Grizzly G1033X, Owner'S Manual

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Model G1033/X/Z (Mfd. Since 02/19)
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Rotating/Replacing
Cutterhead Inserts
(G1033X)
Figure 30. Insert rotating sequence.
Items Needed Qty
Phillips Screwdriver #2 ...................................... 1
Wrench or Socket 10mm ................................... 1
Torque Wrench .................................................. 1
T-25 Torx Bit ...................................................... 1
To rotate or replace a spiral cutterhead insert:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Remove dust hood, top cover, and belt cover.
The carbide inserts are very sharp and can
quickly cut your hands. ALWAYS use cau-
tion when handling these parts to reduce
the risk of personal injury.
4. Remove Torx screw and insert, then clean
all dust and debris from both parts and
cutterhead pocket.
Note: Proper cleaning of insert, Torx screw,
and cutterhead pocket is critical to achieving
a smooth finish. Dirt or dust trapped between
insert and cutterhead will raise insert, and
make marks on your workpiece when planing.
Tip: Use low-pressure compressed air or
a vacuum nozzle to clean out cutterhead
pocket.
Figure 31. Example of cutterhead inserts and
Torx screws.
Torx Screw
Cutterhead
Insert
3. Remove any sawdust or debris from head of
insert, Torx screw, and surrounding area (see
Figure 31).
5. Replace insert so that a fresh cutting edge
faces outward.
— If all four insert cutting edges have been
used, replace insert with a new one.
Always position insert reference dot in
same position when installing a new insert
to aid in rotational sequencing.
6. Lubricate Torx screw threads with a very
small amount of light machine oil, wipe
excess off, and torque screw to 50–55 inch/
pounds.
Note: If too much oil is applied to the threads,
excess oil will attempt to squeeze out of the
threaded hole and raise insert during installa-
tion, bringing it out of height alignment.
The spiral cutterhead is equipped with indexable
carbide inserts that can be rotated to reveal any
one of their four cutting edges. If one edge of the
insert becomes dull or damaged, simply rotate
it 90° to reveal a fresh cutting edge, as shown
below.