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    COMBINATION SANDER MODEL G1183/G1276 INSTRUCTION MANUAL COPYRIGHT © 1989 BY GRIZZLY IMPORTS, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY IMPORTS, INC. REVISED APRIL, 1999. PRINTED IN U.S.A.[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -1- TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1. SAFETY RULES SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SANDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 110/220V OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    -2- G1183/1276 Combination Sander SECTION 1: SAFETY Safety Instructions For Power Tools 5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY . All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area. 6. MAKE WORK SHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys. 7. DON’T FORCE TOOL . It will do the job better and safer a[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -3- 9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD . Make sure your extension cord is in good condi- tion. Conductor size should be in accor- dance with the chart below. The amperage rating should be listed on the motor or tool nameplate. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Yo[...]

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    -4- G1183/1276 Combination Sander Additional Safety Instructions For The Sander 1. Be aware of belt or disc rotation direction when sanding. 2. Keep fingertips away from moving parts. 3. Never use excessive force when sanding. Doing so greatly increases the chance of personal injury, mechanical damage, or damage to your workpiece. 4. Always feed yo[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -5- 110/220V Operation SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS The 1 HP motor will draw 12 amps at 110V and 6 amps at 220V. A 15-amp fuse or circuit breaker should be used when fusing this combination sander. Circuits rated any higher are not ade- quate to protect the motor from power surges. If you operate this sander on any [...]

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    -6- G1183/1276 Combination Sander If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with the Model G1183/1276, make sure the cord is rated Hard Service (grade S) or better. Refer to the chart in the standard safety instructions to determine the minimum gauge for the extension cord. The extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin. Al[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -7- SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model G1183 6" x 48" – 12" Disc Combination Sander and its slower-speed version, the Model G1276. This saw is a part of Grizzly’s growing family of fine woodworking machinery. When used accord- ing to the guidelines set[...]

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    -8- G1183/1276 Combination Sander Unpacking The Combination Sander is shipped from the fac- tory in a carefully packed carton. If you find the machine to be damaged after you’ve signed for delivery and the truck and driver are already gone, you will need to file a freight claim with the carrier. Save the containers and all packing mate- rials for[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -9- Clean Up The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy oil to protect it from corrosion during shipment. Remove this protective coating with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser. Avoid chlo- rine-based solvents as they may damage painted surfaces should they come in contact. Always fol- low the usage instruc[...]

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    -10- G1183/1276 Combination Sander SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY Assembly Basics Belt Table The belt table adjusts to allow you to sand your work at angles from -30° up to 45°. To make assembly easier, we recommend you mount the Combination Sander on a table or bench before assembling. Four bolt holes are included on the sander’s base for mounting. To at[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -11- Disc Table The disc table adjusts to allow you to sand your work at angles from -20° up to 45°. To install the disc table: 1. Loosen the two star knobs at either end of the disc table base until they reach the ends of their threaded rods. 2. Move the sliding rails and the washers to allow enough room for the tab[...]

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    -12- G1183/1276 Combination Sander SECTION 5: ADJUSTMENTS Proper adjustment of the Combination Sander is essential to ensure its optimum performance. The adjustments covered in this section are easily accomplished. Tables Tables should be square in both planes to exe- cute precise work. Procedures for accomplishing this are described below. 1. Adju[...]

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    -13- Figure 11. Adjusting disc table stops. G1183/1276 Combination Sander 6. Repeat this procedure with the 45° stop. You’ll need a known 45° angle, such as a speed square or the head of a combination square to check accuracy. Figure 10. Adjusting belt table stops. To Adjust the Disc Table Positive Stops : 1. Loosen both star knobs. 2. Flip blo[...]

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    -14- G1183/1276 Combination Sander 1. Loosen the two screws (A and B) shown in Figure 12 . These screws hold the guard in place. 2. Adjust the two vertically-aligned screws (C and D in Figure 12 ) so the guard is upright and not touching the disc. The top screw moves the guard toward the disc and the bottom screw moves it away from the disc. Disc G[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -15- Belt Installation Belt Tracking The 6'' x 48'' sanding belt is easily installed. First remove the belt guard by loosening the four com- bination-head screws. Pull down on the spring loaded belt tensioning lever which lowers the upper roller and allows the belt to be slid off of the two rollers.[...]

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    -16- G1183/1276 Combination Sander 9. Test the tracking by cycling the machine on and off very quickly. See if the belt stays centered during this test cycle. If the belt doesn’t remain centered on the rollers, it must be adjusted further. Figure 16. Belt arm adjuster knobs. 5. With the straightedge along the edge which is low, loosen the knurled[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -17- SECTION 6: OPERATIONS The aluminum disc accepts 12" diameter cloth or paper-backed PSA sanding discs. The belt sander requires a 6" x 48" sanding belt. For disc or belt sanding, we recommend a 100-grit (medi- um) material for general sanding chores, a 60-grit (coarse) material for rough work, and a [...]

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    -18- G1183/1276 Combination Sander Operating this equipment has the potential to propel debris into the air which can cause eye injury. Always wear safety glass- es or goggles when operating equipment. Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses. Be certain the safety glass- es you wear meet th[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -19- Bevel Sanding When bevel sanding, be sure to re-position the work table so it is at a maximum of 1 / 16 " away from the disc or belt. 1. Hold workpiece against miter gauge to keep piece square to the disc or belt. 2. Move workpiece against sanding surface width to ensure even abrasion. Use even, but firm, pre[...]

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    -20- G1183/1276 Combination Sander SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE Tables The tables and other non-painted surfaces on the Model G1183 and G1276 should be protected against rust and pitting. Wiping the sander clean after every use ensures that moisture from wood dust isn’t allowed to trap moisture against bare metal surfaces. Some woodworkers recommend us[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -21- NOTES[...]

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    -22- G1183/1276 Combination Sander The following pages contain general machine data, part diagrams/lists, troubleshooting guide and Warranty/Return information for your Model G1183/1276 Combination Sander. If you need parts or help in assembling your machine, or if you need operational information, we encourage you to call our Service Department. O[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -23-[...]

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    -24- G1183/1276 Combination Sander Customer Service #: (570) 326-3806 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901 GRIZZLY MODEL G1183 COMBINATION SANDER MACHINE DATA SHEET Design Type .................................................................................................... Bench Model Overall Dimensions: Height (Belt arm [...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -25- Customer Service #: (570) 326-3806 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901 GRIZZLY MODEL G1276 COMBINATION SANDER MACHINE DATA SHEET Design Type ....................................................................................................Bench Model Overall Dimensions: Height (Belt arm h[...]

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    -26- G1183/1276 Combination Sander MAIN UNIT PARTS DIAGRAM[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -27- PARTS LIST 001 P1183001 STAND 002 P1183002 BASE PLATE 003 PB17M HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 16mm 004 P1183004 COVER SCREW 005 PW03 FLAT WASHER #10 006 P1183006 COVER LOCK 007 PC400B CAPACITOR-BIG OD 008 P1019090A SWITCH 008A P1019090B PLASTIC SWITCH COVER 009 P1183009 SWITCH SCREW 010 P1183010 MOTOR BASE 011 PSB11M CAP SCR[...]

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    -28- G1183/1276 Combination Sander NOTES[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander -29- MOTOR UNIT PARTS DIAGRAM 068 P1183068 COVER 070 P1183070 PLATE 071 PSB14M CAP SCREW M8-1.25 x 20 072 P1183072 KNURLED CHECK NUT 073 P1183073 KNURLED BOLT 074 P1183074 SPRING 075 P1183075 LEVER HOLDER 076 PRP33M ROLL PIN 6 x 50mm 077 PN08 HEX NUT 3 ⁄ 8 "-16 078 P1183078 IDLER PULLEY LEVER 079 PSS01M SETSCREW[...]

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    -30- G1183/1276 Combination Sander Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance. This is Grizzly’s sole wr[...]

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    G1183/1276 Combination Sander CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE 10. Which benchtop tools do you own? Check all that apply. ___1" x 42" Belt Sander ___6" - 8" Grinder ___5" - 8" Drill Press ___Mini Lathe ___8" Table Saw ___10" - 12" Thickness Planer ___8" - 10" Bandsaw ___Scroll Saw ___Disc/Belt Sander ___S[...]

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    FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. P.O. BOX 2069 BELLINGHAM, WA 98227-2069 Name_______________________________ Street_______________________________ City______________State______Zip______ Send a Grizzly Catalog to a friend: TAPE ALONG EDGES--PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE[...]