Grizzly G5979, Instruction Manual

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-6- G5979 Wood Lathe
SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G5979
Wood Lathe. The Model G5979 is part of a grow-
ing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery.
When used according to the guidelines set forth in
this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free,
enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s com-
mitment to customer satisfaction.
The Model G5979 is a 10 speed, swivel-head
wood lathe capable of a wide variety of turning
operations. This lathe also features a cast iron
bed, outboard tool rest, quick-release head and
tailstock, 12" swing over bed, 35
1
⁄
2
" between cen-
ters, 6" faceplate and #2 Morse Taper .
A number of chisels, gouges, faceplates and
accessories for the Model G5979 are available
through the Grizzly catalog.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with
the Model G5979. It was written to guide you
through assembly, review safety considerations,
and cover general operating procedures. It repre-
sents our effort to produce the best documenta-
tion possible. If you have any comments regard-
ing this manual, please write to us at the address
below:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
C /
O
Technical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069
Most importantly, we stand behind our machines.
If you have any service questions or parts
requests, please call or write us at the location
listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
The specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G5979 as supplied when the manual was pre-
pared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of con-
tinuous improvement, changes may be made at
any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.
Whenever possible, though, we send manual
updates to all owners of a particular tool or
machine. Should you receive one, we urge you to
insert the new information with the old and keep it
for reference.
Commentary
Read the manual before
assembly and opera-
tion. Become familiar
with the machine and its
operation before begin-
ning any work. Serious
personal injury may
result if safety or opera-
tional information is not
understood or followed.