Grizzly G0659 - Manual (Page 21)

g0659 9" x 14" Vertical Metal-Cutting Bandsaw
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the feed rate is the rate at which the saw frame
travels. on the Model g0659, the feed rate is
controlled hydraulically by a knob on the control
panel. the optimal feed rate depends on the type
and dimensions of stock being cut as well as the
blade being used. the optimal feed rate is deter-
mined by observing the chips produced by the
cut, as described on
page 33.
To adjust the feed rate:
1. Be sure the saw is at the start position by
pushing the saw release lever all the way
down (
figure 22).
figure 22. Adjusting feed rate.
Feed rate
Control Knob
saw release
lever
saw release
Knob
2. rotate the feed rate control knob to "0". this
will prevent the saw frame from moving.
3. turn the saw release knob to the left, then
lift the saw release lever to release the saw
frame.
4. slowly turn the feed rate control knob coun-
terclockwise to increase the feed rate.
feed Rate
To adjust the depth of cut:
1. use the saw release lever to move the saw to
the desired depth-of-cut, then adjust the stop
clamp so that it is snug against the saw frame
stop. this will prevent the saw from moving
beyond that point (
figure 21).
figure 21. depth of cut adjust.
saw release lever
stop Clamp
NOTICE
This bandsaw will damage the vise and
table if the depth of cut and saw frame stop
are not properly adjusted. Before making
any cuts, check that the blade will not con-
tact the table or vise when it is positioned
all the way forward.
Cutting Depth