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4 H.P. DUST COLLECTOR
MODEL G9958
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © NOVEMBER, 2001 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
PRINTED IN TAIWAN.
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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind- ing, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. • Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products. • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of w
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Table Of Contents PAGE 1. SAFETY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS ..................................................2 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR DUST COLLECTORS....................4 2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 220V OPERATION ..................................................................................................5 CIRCUIT LOAD ........................................................................................................5 GROUNDING .......................................
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SECTION 1: SAFETY For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating This Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures. I
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Safety Instructions For Power Tools 9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTION- sure your extension cord is in good condi- AL STARTING. On machines with magnet- tion. Conductor size should be in accor- ic contact starting switches there is a risk of dance with the chart below. The amperage starting if the machine is bumped or jarred. rating should be listed on the motor or tool Always disconnect from power source nameplate. An undersized cord will cause before adjustin
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Additional Safety Instructions For The Dust Collector 1. THIS DUST COLLECTOR IS TO BE USED 5. DO NOT ALLOW STEEL TO STRIKE FOR WOOD DUST COLLECTION ONLY. AGAINST STEEL WHICH MAY PRODUCE Do not use this dust collector to pick up liq- A SPARK. Sparks can smolder in wood dust uids and metal scrap including, but not lim- for a long time before fire or flame is detect- ited to, nails and filings. Metallic debris will ed. If metal contacts metal during operation, contact the spinning impeller and coul
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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 220V Operation Circuit Load The Model G9958 has a 4 H.P., 3450 R.P.M. motor which requires a 220V single-phase circuit. The cord set enclosed does not have a plug as If you are unsure about the style of plug you require will depend upon the the correct installation type of service you currently have or plan to or modification of elec- install. The motor will draw about 32 amps at trical circuits, please 220V under load. If you operate the Model G9958 consult the a
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Grounding Extension Cords In the event of an electrical short, grounding pro- We do not recommend the use of extension cords vides electric current a path of least resistance to with 220V equipment. It is much better to arrange reduce the risk of electrical shock. This tool is the placement of your equipment and the installed equipped with an electric cord having an equip- wiring to eliminate the need for extension cords. ment-grounding conductor which must be proper- Should it be necessary to u
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SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION Most importantly, we stand behind our machines. Commentary If you have any service questions or parts requests, please call or write us at the location listed below. We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G9958 Grizzly Industrial, Inc. Dust Collector. The Model G9958 is part of a 1203 Lycoming Mall Circle growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking Muncy, PA 17756 machinery. When used according to the guide- Phone: (570) 546-9663 lines set forth in this manual, you can ex
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Unpacking Piece Inventory After all the parts have been removed from the The Model G9958 is shipped from the manufac- carton as shown in Figure 2, you should have: turer in a carefully packed carton. If you discover the machine is damaged after you’ve signed for • Main Base delivery, immediately call Customer Service for • Right and Left Side Base advice. • Right and Left Side Legs • Fan/Motor Assembly When you are completely satisfied with the con- • Collector Bodies dition of your shipment, y
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Clean Up Site Considerations The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy oil FLOOR LOAD to protect them from corrosion during shipment. Your Model G9958 represents a moderate weight Remove this protective coating with a solvent load in an average footprint. Most commercial or cleaner or citrus-based degreaser such as home shop floors should be sufficient to carry the Grizzly’s G7895 Degreaser. Avoid chlorine-based weight of the Model G9958. If you question the solvents as they may damage paint
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SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY Base Beginning Assembly Start by turning the main base upside down and placing it on a level surface. Mount four of the Disconnect power to the 5 1 casters to the corners with (16) ⁄16" x ⁄2" hex bolts machine when perform- ! as shown in Figure 3. ing any maintenance, assembly or adjust- ments. Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury. Keep loose clothing rolled up and out of the way of machinery and keep hair pulled back. Wear safety glasses dur- Figure 3. Mo
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Align the right and left side bases with the main 5 1 base and attach them using (8) ⁄16" x ⁄2" hex bolts as shown in Figure 5. Figure 7. Attach the fan/motor/leg to the base. Figure 5. Assembling the three base sections. Collectors Place one of the rubber gaskets on one of the two Fan/Motor Assembly intake openings. While holding the gasket in place, attach one of the collectors to the intake opening, making sure the gasket is aligned with Lay the fan/motor assembly upside down and 5 1 the moun
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Support Brackets Connect the two upper bag supports and hanger 1 1 rods using (4) ⁄4" x ⁄2" hex head bolts. Next, slide the support bracket assemblies into each of the mounting holes on the fan/motor assembly and 1 1 fasten with (2) ⁄4" x ⁄2" hex head bolts. See Figure 9. Figure 11. Attaching dust bags. 4 To 1 Inlet The dust collector can operate with up to four machines running simultaneously. Included is a 4 Figure 9. Attaching the support brackets. to 1 inlet adapter that allows up to four s
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SECTION 5: DESIGNING THE SYSTEM METAL DUCT General Metal duct comes in many varieties. Stove pipe, The Model G9958 can be operated as either a heating/ventilation duct and duct made especially stationary or a mobile unit. There are advantages for dust collection are all options. Advantages of and disadvantages to both set-ups. The advan- metal duct is its conductivity and that it does not tage of the mobile system is eliminating the cost contribute to static electrical charge build-up. of many d
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the removal of particulate matter, especially saw- and grounded to the dust collector. You must also dust, since it is durable and completely flexible. confirm that the dust collector is continuously Polyethylene is also very economical and avail- grounded through the electrical circuit to the elec- able in a wide variety of diameters and lengths for tric service panel. most applications. If you connect the dust collector to more than one PLASTIC DUCT machine by way of a non-conducting branchi
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Attach the bare ground wire to each stationary 4. Gradual directional changes are more efficient woodworking machine and attach the dust collec- than sudden directional changes (i.e. use the tor frame with a ground screw as shown in Figure largest corner radius possible when changing 13. Ensure that each machine is continuously hose or pipe direction). grounded to the grounding terminal in your elec- tric service panel. 5. Each individual machine should have a blast gate to control suction from
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SECTION 6: OPERATIONS Once assembly is complete and adjustments are Test Run done to your satisfaction, you are ready to test run the machine. Turn on the power supply at the main panel. Press the START button. Make sure that your fin- Disconnect power to the ger is poised on the STOP button, just in case ! machine when perform- there is a problem. The dust collector should run ing any maintenance, smoothly, with little or no vibration or rubbing nois- assembly or adjust- es. Strange or unnatura
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SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE Lubrication Disconnect power to the machine when perform- ! ing any maintenance, Since all bearings are shielded and permanently assembly or adjust- lubricated, simply leave them alone until they ments. Failure to do this need to be replaced. Do not lubricate them. may result in serious personal injury. Keep loose clothing Bag Cleaning rolled up and out of the way of machinery and keep hair pulled back. Always wear a dust mask when changing Wear safety glasses dur- the dus
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SECTION 8: CLOSURE The following pages contain general machine We recommend you keep a copy of our current data, parts diagrams/lists, troubleshooting guide catalog for complete information regarding and Warranty/Return information for your Model Grizzly's warranty and return policy. If you need G9958. additional technical information relating to this machine, or if you need general assistance or If you need parts or help in assembling your replacement parts, please contact the Service machine,
