Grizzly G0887, Owner'S Manual, Page: 29 / 108

Model G0887 (Mfd. Since 01/19)
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Disabling Switch
Figure 20. Main power switch and removable
key.
Children or untrained people can be
seriously injured by this machine. This
risk increases with unsupervised operation.
To help prevent unsupervised operation,
always disable switch before leaving
machine unattended. Make sure to place
key in a well-hidden or secure location!
The main power switch can be disabled by remov-
ing the key, as shown below. Disabling the switch
in this manner can prevent unauthorized opera-
tion of the machine, which is important if it is not
kept inside an access-restricted building or in a
location where children may be present.
IMPORTANT: Disabling the switch only restricts
its function. It is not a substitute for disconnecting
machine from power when adjusting or servicing.
The following tips will help you safely and effec-
tively operate your bandsaw, and help you get the
maximum life out of your saw blades.
Tips for cutting:
• Use the work stop to quickly and accurately
cut multiple pieces of stock to the same
length.
• Clamp workpiece firmly in the vise jaws to
ensure a straight cut through the material.
• Use auto operation mode to speed
production.
• Allow blade to reach full speed before cutting
workpiece. Never start a cut with the blade in
contact with the workpiece, and do not start a
cut on a sharp edge.
• Chips should be curled and silvery. If the
chips are thin and powder-like, increase your
feed rate.
• Burned chips indicate a need to reduce your
blade speed.
• Wait until blade has completely stopped
before removing workpiece from vise. Avoid
touching the cut end—it could be very hot!
• Support long pieces so they will not fall when
cut. Flag long ends to alert passers-by of
potential danger.
• Adjust left blade guide as close as possible to
the workpiece to minimize side-to-side blade
movement.
• Use coolant when possible to increase blade
life.
Loosen blade tension at the end of each day
to prolong blade life.
Operation Tips