Grizzly G1010 - Manual (Page 26)

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G1010 4" x 6" Metal-Cutting Bandsaw
Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could
result from using this machine without
proper protective gear. Always wear safety
glasses, a respirator, and hearing protection
when operating this machine.
Loose hair and cloth-
ing could get caught in
machinery and cause seri-
ous personal injury. Keep
loose clothing and long
hair away from moving
machinery.
Blade Speed Operation Safety
The Model G1010 has these three blade speeds:
80, 120, and 220 FPM.
To change blade speeds:
1. UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!
2. Determine the best speed for your cut. The
table in Figure 27 is provided as a rough
guideline. Material thickness and the type of
blade used will factor into FPM selection.
SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
NOTICE
If you have never used this type of machine
or equipment before, WE STRONGLY REC-
OMMEND that you read books, trade maga-
zines, or get formal training before begin-
ning any projects. Regardless of the con-
tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will
not be held liable for accidents caused by
lack of training.
Material Feet Per Minute
(FPM)
Aluminum 250
Plastics 800
Brass (soft) 500
Carbon Tool Steel 100-150
Cast Iron 100-150
Cold Rolled Steel 150-200
High Speed Steel 90-125
Malleable Iron 150-200
Hard Rubber 150-200
Figure 27. Blade speed table.
3. Slacken the V-belt and position on the pulley
for the desired FPM (see Figure 28).
80
120
220
Motor Pulley
Figure 28. V-belt positions in FPM.
4. Tension the V-belt as described in V-Belt
section on Page 19.
Electrocution Hazard. The motor and switch
on this bandsaw are not protected against
liquids. Do not use cutting fluids with this
bandsaw. Serious injury could occur.
Wheel Pulley