Grizzly G0804 Owner's manual

Brand: Grizzly

Model: G0804

Type: Owner's manual

MODEL G0804

HEAVY-DUTY ANGLE NOTCHER,

11-GAUGE

OWNER'S MANUAL

(For models manufactured since 01/16)

WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE

OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

#JH17762 PRINTED IN TAIWAN

V1.05.16

This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup,

operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this

document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators.

Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual

may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation,

electrocution, or death.

The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use.

This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in

a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization,

proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre-

hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool

integrity, and the usage of personal protective equipment.

The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property damage

from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or misuse.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, 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 work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip-

ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter

out microscopic particles.

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................... 2

Contact Info ................................................................................................................................ 2

Manual Accuracy ........................................................................................................................ 2

Identification ............................................................................................................................... 3

Controls & Components ............................................................................................................. 4

Machine Data Sheet ................................................................................................................... 5

SECTION 1: SAFETY ....................................................................................................................... 6

Safety Instructions for Machinery ............................................................................................... 6

Additional Safety for Notchers.................................................................................................... 8

SECTION 2: SETUP ......................................................................................................................... 9

Needed for Setup ....................................................................................................................... 9

Unpacking .................................................................................................................................. 9

Hardware Recognition Chart .................................................................................................... 10

Inventory ................................................................................................................................... 11

Cleanup .................................................................................................................................... 12

Site Considerations .................................................................................................................. 13

Lifting & Placing ....................................................................................................................... 14

Anchoring to Floor .................................................................................................................... 14

Test Run ................................................................................................................................... 15

SECTION 3: OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................... 16

Operation Overview.................................................................................................................. 16

Adjusting Work Fence .............................................................................................................. 17

Aligning Blades......................................................................................................................... 17

Adjusting Air Pressure Regulator ............................................................................................. 19

Cutting Notches ........................................................................................................................ 19

SECTION 4: ACCESSORIES ......................................................................................................... 20

SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................... 22

Schedule .................................................................................................................................. 22

Cleaning & Protecting .............................................................................................................. 22

Lubrication ................................................................................................................................ 23

Air System Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 24

SECTION 6: SERVICE ................................................................................................................... 25

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 25

Adjusting Cutterhead Gibs ....................................................................................................... 26

SECTION 7: AIR SYSTEM DIAGRAM ........................................................................................... 27

SECTION 8: PARTS ....................................................................................................................... 28

Main Parts Breakdown ............................................................................................................. 28

Labels & Cosmetics ................................................................................................................. 30

WARRANTY AND RETURNS ........................................................................................................ 33

Table of Contents

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We stand behind our machines! If you have ques-

tions or need help, contact us with the information

below. Before contacting, make sure you get the

serial number

and manufacture date from the

machine ID label. This will help us help you faster.

Grizzly Technical Support

1815 W. Battlefield

Springfield, MO 65807

Phone: (570) 546-9663

Email: [email protected]

We want your feedback on this manual. What did

you like about it? Where could it be improved?

Please take a few minutes to give us feedback.

Grizzly Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Email: [email protected]

Contact Info

We are proud to provide a high-quality owner’s

manual with your new machine!

made every effort to be exact with the

instruc-

tions, specifications, drawings, and photographs

in this manual. Sometimes we make mistakes, but

our policy of continuous improvement also means

that

sometimes the machine

you receive is

slightly different than shown in the manual

If you find this to be the case, and the difference

between the manual and machine leaves you

confused or unsure about something

check our

website for an updated version. W

e post

current

manuals and

manual updates for free

on our web-

site at

www.grizzly.com.

Alternatively, you can call our Technical Support

for help. Before calling, make sure you write down

the

Manufacture Date and Serial Number

from

the machine ID label (see below). This information

is required for us to provide proper tech support,

and it helps us determine if updated documenta-

tion is available for your machine.

Manufacture Date

Serial Number

Manual Accuracy

INTRODUCTION

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Work Guard

Adjustable Fence

Work Table

Ram Adjustment Plate

Pressure Regulator

Pressure

Gauge

Foot Pedal

Identification

Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand

the instructions in this manual.

Air Line

Oiler

Emergency Stop

Button

Air Nozzle

Connection

Slide

Valve

Shear Blade

To reduce your risk of

serious injury, read this

entire manual BEFORE

using machine.

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Controls &

Components

To reduce your risk of

serious injury, read this

entire manual BEFORE

using machine.

Notch Depth Scale: Provides reference for

adjustable fence when changing notch size.

Figure 2. Base controls and components.

Emergency Stop

Button

Air Line

Connection

Air Regulator

Emergency Stop Button: Stops all cutting action.

Twist clockwise and pull outward to reset.

Oil Regulator Dial: Regulates amount of lubri-

cant in air line (see Lubrication on Page 23).

Air Regulator: Adjustment dial and gauge for

regulating incoming air pressure to drive shear.

Air Line Connection: Connects air compres-

sor to machine regulators, and features an in-

line slide valve. Incoming working air pressure:

9 0 –115 PSI.

Slide Valve: Used for quick-disconnect of air

pressure without removing air line from regulator.

Base-Mounted Controls

Figure 3. Foot pedal control.

Foot Pedal

Foot Pedal: Controls cutting action of shear

blades. Connects to machine via four-foot-long

moveable air line.

Foot Control

Refer to Figures 1–3 and the following descrip-

tions to become familiar with the basic controls

and components of this machine. Understanding

these items and how they work will help you

understand the rest of the manual and stay safe

when operating this machine.

Work Area Controls

Adjustable Fences: Allow quick alignment of

workpiece during repetitive operations.

Blade Guard: Provides safe view of shear blades

and workpiece during cutting process. Do not

remove blade guard during cutting operation, or

while machine is connected to air line.

Shear Blades: Blades are aligned at factory for

precise cutting movement. Each shear blade is

adjustable and removable to allow sharpening or

replacement (see Page 17).

Gib Grease Fittings: Lubrication point for pneu-

matic ram gibs.

Figure 1. Work area components.

Shear

Blades

Blade

Guard

Notch Depth

Scale

Gib

Grease

Fitting(s)

Adjustable

Fence

(1 of 2)

Oil Lubrication

Dial

Slide

Valve

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MODEL G0804

HEAVY-DUTY ANGLE NOTCHER, 11-GAUGE

Product Dimensions:

Weight ........................................................................................................................................................................... 353 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height .......................................................................................26 x 18 x 50 in.

Footprint (Length x Width) ...................................................................................................................................21 x 23-1/2 in.

Shipping Dimensions:

Type ........................................................................................................................................................................ Wood Crate

Weight ............................................................................................................................................................................ 415 lbs.

Length x Width x Height .....................................................................................................................................30 x 40 x 54 in.

Must Ship Upright .................................................................................................................................................................Yes

Main Specifications:

Operation Information

Working Air Pressure ...................................................................................................................................90 – 115 PSI

Air Consumption ..................................................................................................................................................4.4 CFM

Maximum Cutting Force ......................................................................................................................................2.2 Tons

Capacities

Maximum Thickness Mild Steel .........................................................................................................................11 Gauge

Maximum Notch Size .............................................................................................................................. 5-1/4 x 5-1/4 in.

Notch Angle ...........................................................................................................................................................90 deg.

Notch Stroke ....................................................................................................................................................................1

Strokes Per Minute ........................................................................................................................................................50

Table Size (Length x Width) ................................................................................................................ 23-5/8 x 18-1/8 in.

Table Thickness ...................................................................................................................................................1-5/8 in.

Floor-to-Table Height ...............................................................................................................................................37 in.

Construction

Base ..........................................................................................................................................................................Steel

Table ................................................................................................................................................................... Cast Iron

Headstock/Ram .................................................................................................................................................. Cast Iron

Guard ...................................................................................................................................................................... Acrylic

Shear Blades ...............................................................................................................Precision-Ground Hardened Steel

Paint/Finish ............................................................................................................................................................Enamel

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Model G0804 (Mfd. Since 01/16)

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS. You

can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching live

electrical components or improperly grounded

machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow qualified

service personnel to do electrical installation or

repair work, and always disconnect power before

accessing or exposing electrical equipment.

DISCONNECT POWER FIRST.

Always discon-

nect machine from power supply BEFORE making

adjustments, changing tooling, or servicing machine.

This prevents an injury risk from unintended startup

or contact with live electrical components.

EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI-approved

safety glasses or a face shield when operating or

observing machinery to reduce the risk of eye

injury or blindness from flying particles. Everyday

eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses.

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.

TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY. Untrained oper-

ators have a higher risk of being hurt or killed.

Only allow trained/supervised people to use this

machine. When machine is not being used, dis-

connect power, remove switch keys, or lock-out

machine to prevent unauthorized use—especially

around children. Make workshop kid proof!

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use

machinery in areas that are wet, cluttered, or have

poor lighting. Operating machinery in these areas

greatly increases the risk of accidents and injury.

MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED. Full mental

alertness is required for safe operation of machin-

ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or

alcohol, when tired, or when distracted.

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 intended to convey the level of impor-

tance 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. Always use common sense and good judgment.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert

against unsafe practices.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

COULD result in death or serious injury.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

WILL result in death or serious injury.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about

proper operation of the machine.

NOTICE

Safety Instructions for Machinery

SECTION 1: SAFETY

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WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear

clothing, apparel or jewelry that can become

entangled in moving parts. Always tie back or

cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to reduce

risk of slipping and losing control or accidentally

contacting cutting tool or moving parts.

HAZARDOUS DUST. Dust created by machinery

operations may cause cancer, birth defects, or

long-term respiratory damage. Be aware of dust

hazards associated with each workpiece mate-

rial. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to

reduce your risk.

HEARING PROTECTION. Always wear hear-

ing protection when operating or observing loud

machinery. Extended exposure to this noise

without hearing protection can cause permanent

hearing loss.

REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. Tools left on

machinery can become dangerous projectiles

upon startup. Never leave chuck keys, wrenches,

or any other tools on machine. Always verify

removal before starting!

USE CORRECT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Only use

this tool for its intended purpose—do not force

it or an attachment to do a job for which it was

not designed. Never make unapproved modifica-

tions—modifying tool or using it differently than

intended may result in malfunction or mechanical

failure that can lead to personal injury or death!

AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing

and balance at all times when operating machine.

Do not overreach! Avoid awkward hand positions

that make workpiece control difficult or increase

the risk of accidental injury.

CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keep children and

bystanders at a safe distance from the work area.

Stop using machine if they become a distraction.

GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers reduce

accidental contact with moving parts or flying

debris. Make sure they are properly installed,

undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE

operating machine.

FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine.

It will do the job safer and better at the rate for

which it was designed.

NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury

may occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting

tool is unintentionally contacted.

STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement dur-

ing operation greatly increases risk of injury or

loss of control. Before starting, verify machine is

stable and mobile base (if used) is locked.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult

this owner’s manual or the manufacturer for rec-

ommended accessories. Using improper acces-

sories will increase the risk of serious injury.

UNATTENDED OPERATION. To reduce the

risk of accidental injury, turn machine OFF and

ensure all moving parts completely stop before

walking away. Never leave machine running

while unattended.

MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Follow all maintenance

instructions and lubrication schedules to keep

machine in good working condition. A machine

that is improperly maintained could malfunction,

leading to serious personal injury or death.

DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect machine

for damaged, loose, or mis-adjusted parts—or

any condition that could affect safe operation.

Immediately repair/replace BEFORE operating

machine. For your own safety, DO NOT operate

machine with damaged parts!

MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnect-

ing cord-connected machines from power, grab

and pull the plug—NOT the cord. Pulling the cord

may damage the wires inside. Do not handle

cord/plug with wet hands. Avoid cord damage by

keeping it away from heated surfaces, high traffic

areas, harsh chemicals, and wet/damp locations.

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time

you experience difficulties performing the intend-

ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our

Technical Support at (570) 546-9663.

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No list of safety guidelines can be complete.

Every shop environment is different. Always

consider safety first, as it applies to your

individual working conditions. Use this and

other machinery with caution and respect.

Failure to do so could result in serious per-

sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor

work results.

Like all machinery there is potential danger

when operating this machine. Accidents are

frequently caused by lack of familiarity or

failure to pay attention. Use this machine

with respect and caution to lessen the pos-

sibility of operator injury. If normal safety

precautions are overlooked or ignored, seri-

ous personal injury may occur.

Additional Safety for Notchers

Fingers, hands, etc. can be amputated or pinched by notching blade or moving parts.

Workpieces or cut-offs can be ejected by notcher at high speeds, and can strike operator or

bystanders. To minimize risk of injury, anyone operating this machine MUST completely heed

hazards and warnings below.

METAL EDGES. The sharp edges of sheet metal

can quickly cut your fingers or hands. Always

wear heavy leather gloves when handling sheet

metal. Always chamfer and deburr sharp metal

edges before inserting them into notcher.

CHECK MACHINE. Carefully check components

of notcher prior to use for wear that could affect

operation. Check blade alignment, notching depth

and gib play, and ensure guard is properly

installed.

HANDS AND FINGERS. Always keep hands and

fingers away from blade during notching opera-

tions to avoid contact with blades. If hands or

fingers enter blade path during use, serious injury

may occur.

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time

you are experiencing difficulties performing

the intended operation, stop using the notcher!

Contact Tech Support at (570) 546-9663.

GUARDS. Keep all guards in place, properly posi-

tioned, and in working order. If guard is removed

or not in position, fingers may accidentally be cut

or amputated by blades.

CAPACIT Y. Never exceed the rated capacity of

this notcher. Doing so could result in machine fail-

ure and bodily injury as a result of flying debris or

sudden unexpected movement or breakage.

OPERATOR POSITION. Avoid awkward body and

hand positions where a sudden slip could cause

your hand or body to fall into work area or a sharp

edge of workpiece.

MAINTENANCE/SERVICE. Always disconnect

air from machine and wait for all moving parts to

come to a complete stop before preforming any

inspections, adjustments, and maintenance.

SHEAR BLADE ADJUSTMENT. When replac-

ing blades, disconnect machine from air line, and

wear gloves to protect hands and safety glasses

to protect eyes.

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SECTION 2: SETUP

This machine was carefully packaged for safe

transport. When unpacking, separate all enclosed

items from packaging materials and inspect them

for shipping damage.

If items are damaged

please

call us immediately at (570) 546-9663.

IMPORTANT:

Save all packaging materials until

you are completely satisfied with the machine and

have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the

shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack-

aging to file a freight claim. It is also extremely

helpful if you need to return your machine later.

Unpacking

SUFFOCATION HAZARD!

Keep children and pets away

from plastic bags or packing

materials shipped with this

machine. Discard immediately.

This machine presents

serious injury hazards

to untrained users. Read

through this entire manu-

al to become familiar with

the controls and opera-

tions before starting the

machine!

HEAVY LIFT!

Straining or crushing injury

may occur from improperly

lifting machine or some of

its parts. To reduce this risk,

get help from other people

and use a forklift (or other

lifting equipment) rated for

weight of this machine.

Description Qty

• Precision Level ........................................... 1

• Safety Glasses (for each person) ............... 1

• Gloves (for each person) ............................ 1

• Cleaner/Degreaser ..................................... 1

• Shop Rags .................................................. 1

• Lifting Straps (Rated for at least 750 lbs.) . . 2

• Lifting Equipment

(Rated for at least 750 lbs.) ........................ 1

• Another Person .......................................... 1

• Industrial Air Line Hose Fitting ................... 1

• Air Compressor .......................................... 1

Needed for Setup

The following items are needed, but not included,

for the setup/assembly of this machine.

Wear safety glasses and

gloves during the entire

setup process!

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Hardware Recognition Chart

5mm

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Inventory

Inventory (Figure 4) Qty

A. Angle Indicator ........................................... 1

B. Thickness Gauge 0.25mm ......................... 1

C. Hex Wrench 5mm ....................................... 1

D. Open-End Wrench 14mm ........................... 1

The following is a list of items shipped with your

machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items

out and inventory them.

If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a

nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them; or

for the sake of expediency, replacements can be

obtained at your local hardware store.

Figure 4. G0804 inventory.

NOTICE

If you cannot find an item on this list, care-

fully check around/inside the machine and

packaging materials. Often, these items get

lost in packaging materials while unpack-

ing or they are pre-installed at the factory.

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The unpainted surfaces of your machine are

coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that

prevents corrosion during shipment and storage.

This rust preventative works extremely well, but it

will take a little time to clean.

Be patient and do a thorough job cleaning your

machine. The time you spend doing this now will

give you a better appreciation for the proper care

of your machine's unpainted surfaces.

There are many ways to remove this rust preven-

tative, but the following steps work well in a wide

variety of situations. Always follow the manufac-

turer’s instructions with any cleaning product you

use and make sure you work in a well-ventilated

area to minimize exposure to toxic fumes.

Before cleaning, gather the following:

• Disposable rags

• Cleaner/degreaser (WD•40 works well)

• Safety glasses & disposable gloves

• Plastic paint scraper (optional)

Basic steps for removing rust preventative:

Put on safety glasses.

Coat the rust preventative with a liberal

amount of cleaner/degreaser, then let it soak

for 5–10 minutes.

Wipe off the surfaces. If your cleaner/degreas-

er is effective, the rust preventative will wipe

off easily. If you have a plastic paint scraper,

scrape off as much as you can first, then wipe

off the rest with the rag.

Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean,

then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality

metal protectant to prevent rust.

Gasoline and petroleum

products have low flash

points and can explode

or cause fire if used to

clean machinery. Avoid

using these products

to clean machinery.

Many cleaning solvents

are toxic if inhaled. Only

work in a well-ventilated

area.

NOTICE

Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as

acetone or brake parts cleaner, that may

damage painted surfaces.

T23692—Orange Power Degreaser

A great product for removing the waxy ship-

ping grease from the non-painted parts of the

machine during clean up.

Figure 5. T23692 Orange Power Degreaser.

Cleanup

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Figure 6. Minimum working clearances.

32"

26"

Site Considerations

Weight Load

Refer to the Machine Data Sheet

for the weight

of your machine. Make sure that the surface upon

which the machine is placed will bear the weight

of the machine, additional equipment that may be

installed on the machine, and the heaviest work-

piece that will be used. Additionally, consider the

weight of the operator and any dynamic loading

that may occur when operating the machine.

Physical Environment

The physical environment where the machine

is operated is important for safe operation and

longevity of components. For best results, oper-

ate this machine in a dry environment that is

free from excessive moisture, hazardous chemi-

cals, airborne abrasives, or extreme conditions.

Extreme conditions for this type of machinery are

generally those where the ambient temperature

range is outside 41°–104°F; the relative humidity

range is outside 20–95% (non-condensing); or

the environment is subject to vibration, shocks,

or bumps.

Children or untrained people

may be seriously injured by

this machine. Only install in an

access restricted location.

Lighting

Lighting around the machine must be adequate

enough that operations can be performed safely.

Shadows, glare, or strobe effects that may distract

or impede the operator must be eliminated.

Space Allocation

Consider the largest size of workpiece that will

be processed through this machine and provide

enough space around the machine for adequate

operator material handling or the installation of

auxiliary equipment. With permanent installations,

leave enough space around the machine to open

or remove doors/covers as required by the main-

tenance and service described in this manual.

See below for required space allocation.

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Lifting & Placing

HEAVY LIFT!

Straining or crushing injury

may occur from improperly

lifting machine or some of

its parts. To reduce this risk,

get help from other people

and use a forklift (or other

lifting equipment) rated for

weight of this machine.

Anchoring to Floor

Anchoring machinery to the floor prevents tipping

or shifting and reduces vibration that may occur

during operation, resulting in a machine that runs

slightly quieter and feels more solid.

If the machine will be installed in a commercial or

workplace setting, or if it is permanently connect-

ed (hardwired) to the power supply, local codes

may require that it be anchored to the floor.

If not required by any local codes, fastening the

machine to the floor is an optional step. If you

choose not to do this with your machine, we rec-

ommend placing it on machine mounts, as these

provide an easy method for leveling and they have

vibration-absorbing pads.

Lag shield anchors with lag screws (see below)

are a popular way to anchor machinery to a con-

crete floor, because the anchors sit flush with the

floor surface, making it easy to unbolt and move

the machine later, if needed. However, anytime

local codes apply, you MUST follow the anchoring

methodology specified by the code.

Machine Base

Concrete

Lag Screw

Lag Shield Anchor

Flat Washer

Drilled Hole

Figure 8. Popular method for anchoring

machinery to a concrete floor.

Anchoring to Concrete Floors

Number of Mounting Holes ............................ 2

Diameter of Mounting Hardware .................

⁄2"

Use a forklift to lift the machine off the pallet and

onto a suitable location.

To lift and place machine into position:

1. Move shipping crate to work area, then unbolt

machine from pallet.

2. Secure work fence stops and foot pedal

assembly to avoid sudden shifts.

3. Position lifting slings beneath outer edge of

work table, as shown in Figure 7. Connect

sling ends to a forklift.

Figure 7. Lifting straps placed below work table.

Lifting Strap

Placement

Lifting Strap

Placement

4. With another person steadying load to keep

it from swinging, slowly lift machine a few

inches above pallet and ensure table remains

level. Place machine in desired location, and

follow Anchoring to Floor procedure on this

page.

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6. Push foot pedal down to lower blades. A cor-

rectly operating machine runs smoothly with

little or no vibration or rubbing noises.

7. Release foot pedal to return machine to start-

ing position.

8. Push EMERGENCY STOP button in.

9. With EMERGENCY STOP button pressed

in, push down on foot pedal. The machine

should not start.

—If machine does not start, EMERGENCY

STOP button safety feature is working cor-

rectly. Congratulations! The Test Run is

complete.

—If machine does start (with EMERGENCY

STOP button pushed in), immediately

disconnect air line to machine. The

EMERGENCY STOP button safety feature

is not working correctly. This safety feature

must work properly before proceeding with

regular operations. Call Tech Support for

help.

To test run machine:

1. Push EMERGENCY STOP button in.

2. Make sure slide valve (see Figure 9) is

pushed away from regulator.

Figure 10. Resetting emergency stop button.

Test Run

3. Connect machine to air supply by inserting

compressor air line coupler into matching fit-

ting on machine regulator.

4. Once coupler valve is connected, push slide

valve toward regulator—gauge should regis-

ter working air line pressure.

5. Twist EMERGENCY STOP button clockwise

until it pops out—this resets the switch so

machine will function (see Figure 10).

Once assembly is complete, test run the machine

to ensure it is properly connected to power and

safety components are functioning correctly.

If you find an unusual problem during the test run,

immediately stop the machine, disconnect it from

power, and fix the problem BEFORE operating the

machine again. The

Troubleshooting

table in the

SERVICE section of this manual can help.

DO NOT start machine until all preceding

setup instructions have been performed.

Operating an improperly set up machine

may result in malfunction or unexpect-

ed results that can lead to serious injury,

death, or machine/property damage.

Serious injury or death can result from

using this machine BEFORE understanding

its controls and related safety information.

DO NOT operate, or allow others to operate,

machine until the information is understood.

Figure 9. Connecting air line to machine.

Coupler

Fitting

Slide

Valve

Gauge

Emergency

Stop Button

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Model G0804 (Mfd. Since 01/16)

SECTION 3: OPERATIONS

Damage to your eyes, hands and feet could

result from using this machine without prop-

er protective gear. Always wear safety glass-

es, leather gloves, and heavy-toed footwear

when operating this machine.

The purpose of this overview is to provide the nov-

ice machine operator with a basic understanding

of how the machine is used during operation, so

the

machine controls/components

discussed later

in this manual

are easier to understand.

Due to the generic nature of this overview, it is

not intended to be an instructional guide. To learn

more about specific operations, read this entire

manual and

seek additional training from expe-

rienced

machine operators, and do additional

research outside of this manual by reading "how-

to" books, trade magazines, or websites.

To reduce your risk of

serious injury, read this

entire manual BEFORE

using machine.

If you are not experienced with this type

of machine, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND

that you seek additional training outside of

this manual. Read books/magazines or get

formal training before beginning any proj-

ects. Regardless of the content in this sec-

tion, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable

for accidents caused by lack of training.

To complete typical operation, operator does

the following:

1. Puts on proper personal protection equip-

ment.

2. Examines workpiece to make sure it is suit-

able for cutting.

3. Presses EMERGENCY STOP button.

4. Adjusts fence to correct cut angle.

5. Ensures air pressure is set between

90–115 PSI.

6. Ensures work guard is attached.

7. Attaches air compressor air line to valve fit-

ting, and pushes slide valve to begin air flow

to regulator.

8. Twists EMERGENCY STOP button clock-

wise to disengage.

9. Places workpiece on work table while keep-

ing workpiece level and flush against adjust-

able fence.

10. Presses foot pedal down to cycle notcher

through cut, and removes foot from foot

pedal after cycle is complete.

11. Presses EMERGENCY STOP button and

disconnects air line from machine.

Operation Overview

Model G0804 (Mfd. Since 01/16)

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Adjusting Work

Fence

The Model G0804 features two adjustable fenc-

es that attach to the work table. These allow

rapid alignment of workpieces during repetitive

operations.

Tools Needed Qty

Open-End Wrench 14mm .................................. 1

Angle Gauge ..................................................... 1

To adjust fence:

1. DISCONNECT AIR LINE FROM MACHINE!

2. Place angle gauge into work table slot, and

adjust gauge to desired angle.

Note: Angle gauge does not work for notches

smaller than 1" x 1".

3. Loosen fence stop nuts and position fence

so angle gauge rests squarely against fence

front (see Figure 11).

4. Align fence on table ruler, and snug fence

stop nuts shown in Figure 11.

5. Once shear angle is correct, remove angle

gauge and tighten fence stop nuts.

6. Adjust and position second adjustable fence

as needed, then conduct a test cut to verify

setting.

Figure 11. Adjustable fence alignment.

Angle Gauge

Fence Stop

Nuts

Adjustable

Fence

Aligning Blades

The shear blades feature a preset gap of 0.3mm

for cutting up to 11-gauge material. Notching

material thinner than 13-gauge may require blade

gap adjustment to 0.1mm to avoid bending or

pinching the workpiece. Blades will require adjust-

ment over time for optimal cutting performance.

Tools Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 5mm .............................................. 1

Feeler Gauge 0.25mm ...................................... 1

Feeler Gauge 0.1mm ......................................... 1

Longer Blade

Shorter Blade

Blade Ram

Adjust Flush

Cap Screw

Figure 13. Aligning top blades.

3. Align end of longer blade perfectly flush with

face of shorter blade, then tighten cap screws

(see Figure 13).

Figure 12. Longer blade alignment.

Cap Screw

Longer Top

Blade

Blade Ram

Aligning top blades

1. DISCONNECT AIR LINE FROM MACHINE!

2. Remove blade cover, and loosen two cap

screws securing longer top blade to blade

ram (see Figure 12).

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Model G0804 (Mfd. Since 01/16)

Longer Blade

Shorter Blade

Blade Ram

Eliminate Gap

Cap Screw

Figure 14. Eliminating blade gap.

4. Loosen two cap screws securing shorter top

blade to blade ram (see Figure 14).

5. To remove any gaps, position edge of shorter

blade so it is directly against rear face of

longer blade, then tighten cap screws (see

Figure 14).

1. CLOSE SLIDE VALVE!

Slide Valve

Air Line

OPENCLOSED

Regulator

Figure 15. Slide valve movement.

2. Clear work area and remove blade cover.

3. Open slide valve (see Figure 15).

4. Push foot pedal down to lower top blades—

do not release foot pedal.

5. With foot pedal pushed down, close slide

valve to disconnect air, then remove foot from

foot pedal. Top blade should remain in down

position.

6. Loosen two cap screws securing longer bot-

tom blade to work table (see Figure 16).

Note: Bottom blades will need to slide so

feeler gauge can be placed between top and

bottom blades. Begin by aligning gap for

longer bottom blade first.

8. Adjust blade gap so it is even along entire

length.

9. Repeat Steps 5–6 for shorter bottom blade,

and tighten all four cap screws.

7. Place feeler gauge in gap between top and

bottom blades (see Figure 17), then adjust

bottom blade until it just pinches feeler gauge

between the blades, and tighten cap screws.

Note: Bottom blades must touch at corner to

ensure a clean cut (see Figure 17).

Figure 17. Gauge inserted between blades.

Location for Gauge

Figure 16. Adjusting bottom blades.

Cap Screws

Corner

Longer Blade Shorter Blade

Aligning bottom blades and adjust-

ing blade gap

Blades

Must

Touch

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