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MODEL G0456
VARIABLE SPEED WOOD LATHE
OWNER'S MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © NOVEMBER, 2005 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. REVISED JANUARY, 2007.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
#TR7676 PRINTED IN TAIWAN
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Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to prevent injury. The owner of this machine MUST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before using the machine again. Contact Grizzly at (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com to order new labels.
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Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................... 3 Foreword .................................................................................................................................... 3 Contact Info ................................................................................................................................ 3 Machine Data Sheet ................................
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SECTION 7: SERVICE ................................................................................................................... 30 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 30 Aligning Headstock Spindle to Tailstock .................................................................................. 32 Replacing or Tightening V-Belt .................................................................
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INTRODUCTION Foreword Contact Info We are proud to offer the Model G0456 Variable If you have any comments regarding this manual, Speed Lathe. This machine is part of a growing please write to us at the address below: Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. When used according to the guidelines set forth in Grizzly Industrial, Inc. C this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, /O Technical Documentation Manager enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s com- P.O. Box 2069 mitm
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Identification C D A L B M E K N G J F H I P O Q R S Figure 1. Identification of main components. A. Miter Gauge K. Live Center B. 12" Sanding Disc L. Quill C. Headstock M. Quill Lock D. Spindle N. Quill Adjustment Handwheel E. Spur Center O. Tailstock Base Lock F. Bed P. Dust Port 2" G. Tool Rest Q. ON/OFF Paddle Switch H. Tool Rest Base Lock R. Speed Dial I. Tool Rest Height Adjustment Lock S. Stand J. Tailstock -5- G0456 Variable Speed Wood Lathe
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SECTION 1: SAFETY For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual Before Operating this Machine 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 measure
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Safety Instructions for Machinery 7. ONLY ALLOW TRAINED AND PROP- 17. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND ERLY SUPERVISED PERSONNEL TO WRENCHES. Make a habit of checking for OPERATE MACHINERY. Make sure keys and adjusting wrenches before turn- operation instructions are safe and clearly ing machinery ON. understood. 18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS 8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. BEFORE USING MACHINERY. Check Keep all children and visitors a safe dis- for binding and alignment of parts, broken tance
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Additional Safety for Wood Lathes 1. KEEPING GUARDS IN PLACE. Make 9. WORKPIECE CONDITION. Always inspect sure all guards are in place and that the the condition of your workpiece. DO NOT lathe sits on a flat, stable surface. turn pieces with knots, splits, and other potentially dangerous conditions. Make 2. EYE/FACE PROTECTION. Always wear sure joints of glued-up pieces have high eye protection or a face shield when oper- quality bonds and won't fly apart during ating the lathe. operation
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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS Grounding 220V Single-Phase In the event of an electrical short, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. The grounding wire in the power cord must be properly connect- ed to the grounding prong on the plug; likewise, the outlet must be properly installed and ground- Serious personal injury could occur if you ed. All electrical connections must be made in connect the machine to the power source accordance with local codes and ordinances. before you have
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SECTION 3: SET UP Set Up Safety Items Needed for Set Up The following items are needed to complete the This machine presents set up process, but are not included with your serious injury hazards machine: to untrained users. Read through this entire manu- Description Qty al to become familiar with • Safety Glasses (for each person) .............. 1 the controls and opera- • An Assistant ............................................... 1 tions before starting the • Forklift ................
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Inventory � � � After all the parts have been removed from the crate, you should have the following items: � � Inventory Components (Figure 3) Qty � � A. Lathe Bed (not shown) ............................... 1 B. Stand Assembly (not shown) ..................... 1 C. Sanding Table ............................................ 1 � � � D. L-Brackets ................................................... 2 E. Tool Rest .................................................... 1 F. Spur Center ..............
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Clean Up Site Considerations The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy Floor Load oil to protect them from corrosion during ship- Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight ment. Remove this protective coating with a sol- and footprint specifications of your machine. vent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser such as Some residential floors may require additional Grizzly’s G7895 Degreaser. To clean thoroughly, reinforcement to support both the machine and some parts may need to be rem
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To mount the lathe bed: Mounting Lathe 1. Move the stand to where you plan to locate the lathe. 2. Using a forklift, lift the lathe bed onto the stand by placing the lifting straps through The Model G0456 is the center of the bed and around the cast- an extremely heavy ing webs, as shown in Figure 5. The strap machine. Serious per- closest to the headstock should be wrapped sonal injury may occur around the forklift forks a few times to com- if safe moving methods pensate for the heavie
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Sanding Table Tool Rest Components and Hardware Needed: Qty Components and Hardware Needed: Qty Sanding Table .................................................... 1 Tool Rest ........................................................... 1 Table Brackets ................................................... 2 Dust Port ........................................................... 1 To install the tool rest: Lock Handles ................................................... 2 1 Flat Washers ⁄4" (Handles)
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Dust Collection Test Run Once the assembly is complete, test run the lathe to make sure it runs properly. DO NOT operate the Model G0456 disc sand- If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate er without an adequate dust collection sys- the source of an unusual noise or vibration, stop tem. Sanding creates substantial amounts using the machine immediately, then review the of fine dust. Failure to use a dust collection Troubleshooting on Page 30. system can result in short- and long-
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SECTION 4: OPERATIONS Operation Safety Safety Key To prevent unexpected starting, remove the safe- ty key (Figure 10) to disable the paddle switch. Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could result from using this machine without proper protective gear. Always wear safety glasses, a respirator, and hearing protection when operating this machine. Figure 10. Removing safety key to disable the Loose hair and cloth- switch. ing could get caught in machinery and cause seri- ous personal injur
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Adjusting Tailstock Adjusting Tool Rest The tailstock is equipped with a cam-action The tool rest is equipped with a cam-action clamping system to secure it to the lathe bed. clamping system to secure it to the lathe bed. When the lever is tightened, a locking plate lifts When the lever is tightened, a locking plate lifts up and secures the tool rest to the bed. up and secures the tool rest to the bed. To position the tailstock along the bed: To position the tool rest along the bed: 1. Loos
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To remove the spur center: Installing/Removing 1. DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER! Spur Center 2. Insert the lock pin through the backing plate and into the casting. The spur center installs in the headstock spindle with a taper fit. 3. Use the provided wrench to back off the nut, as shown Figure 15, to force the spur center To prevent rusting, we recommend removing cen- out of the spindle. ters when not in use and coating the tapers with a light layer of lubricant or metal protectant. 4. Remo
