Page 2 - MODEL G0794 FLOOR DRILL PRESS WITH LASER AND DRO
-2- Model G0794 (Mfd. Since 09/14) The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 11/11/2014 and represents our most recent product specifications. Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. PAGE 1 OF 2 Model G0794 MACH...
Page 4 - Laser Guide
-4- Model G0794 (Mfd. Since 09/14) The laser should be checked and adjusted before starting a new project, and any time you raise or lower the table, or change workpiece thickness. Laser Guide 7. Adjust laser (Figure 2), positioning it by hand so crosshairs align with indentation you made earlier in...
Page 5 - Digital Readout
Model G0794 (Mfd. Since 09/14) -5- Digital Readout 3. Remove (4) M4 x 12 tap screws shown in Figure 5, and remove DRO unit from hous-ing. Figure 5. DRO housing removed from drill press head. x 4 4. Lay DRO unit on a flat surface and remove battery cover, as shown in Figure 6. Figure 6. DRO battery c...
Page 8 - Parts Breakdown
-8- Model G0794 (Mfd. Since 09/14) Parts Breakdown 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 118 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 48 49 50 5152 53 54 5556 56 28 57 58 58-1 58-2 58-3 58-4 58-6 58-7 58-8 58-958-10 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 68 69 70 7...
Page 9 - Parts List
Model G0794 (Mfd. Since 09/14) -9- Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 1 P0794001 BASE 55 P0794055 MOTOR MOUNTING PLATE 2 P0794002 HEX BOLT M10-1.5 x 35 56 P0794056 FLAT WASHER 12MM 3 P0794003 LONG RACK 57 P0794057 HEX NUT M12-1.75 4 P0794004 COLUMN W/COLUMN HOLDER 58 P0794058 M...
Page 13 - DRILL PRESS
G7943 G7944 MODEL G7943/G7944 12 SPEED HEAVY-DUTY DRILL PRESS OWNER'S MANUAL COPYRIGHT © 1992 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. REVISED MAY, 2009 (BL) WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. (FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED...
Page 15 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................... 3 Foreword .....................................................................................................................................
Page 17 - Foreword; INTRODUCTION; Contact Info
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -3- If you have any comments regarding this manual, please write to us at the address below: Grizzly Industrial, Inc. C / O Technical Documentation Manager P.O. Box 2069 Bellingham, WA 98227-2069 We stand behind our machines. If you have any service questions or parts...
Page 18 - MODEL G7943 12 SPEED HEAVY-DUTY BENCH-TOP DRILL
-4- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 12/8/2014 and represents our most recent product specifications. Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. PAGE 1 OF 3 Model G7943 MACH...
Page 20 - PRESS
-6- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 12/8/2014 and represents our most recent product specifications. Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. PAGE 1 OF 3 Model G7944 MACH...
Page 22 - Identification
-8- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) 4 8 9 7 11 5 4 3 2 6 Identification Figure 1. Right-side controls. Figure 2. Left-side controls. Refer to the list below and see Figures 1 & 2 to become familiar with the drill press controls. 1. Light Switch: Turns light ON/OFF. 2. Power Switch: Turns motor O...
Page 23 - For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction; NOTICE; Safety Instructions for Machinery
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -9- 4. ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY. Machinery noise can cause permanent hearing damage. 5. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, or jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair coveri...
Page 25 - Safety for Drill Presses
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -11- 1. EYE/FACE/HAND PROTECTION. A face shield used with safety glasses is rec-ommended. Always keep hands and fin-gers away from the drill bit. Never hold a workpiece by hand while drilling! DO NOT wear gloves when operating the drill. 2. SECURING BIT. Properly tigh...
Page 26 - Amperage Draw; Circuit Requirements; SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
-12- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) Figure 3. Typical type 5-15 plug and receptacle. Grounding Prong Neutral Hot 5-15 PLUG GROUNDED 5-15 RECEPTACLE Serious personal injury could occur if you connect the machine to the power source before you have completed the set up pro- cess. DO NOT connect the m...
Page 27 - Items Needed for
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -13- The Model G7943/G7944 was carefully packed when it left our warehouse. If you discover the machine is damaged after you have signed for delivery, please immediately call Customer Service at (570) 546-9663 for advice. Save the containers and all packing materials ...
Page 28 - Inventory
-14- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) Inventory Figure 4. G7943/G7943 box inventory. G7944 G7943 1 If any nonproprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we would be glad to replace them, but for the sake of expediency, you can get replacements at a hardware store. Use Figure 4 and the inv...
Page 29 - Hardware Recognition Chart
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -15- Hardware Recognition Chart
Page 30 - Floor Load; Working Clearances; Site Considerations
-16- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) Figure 5. Working clearances. Floor Load Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for weight and footprint specifications for your machine. Some residential floors may require additional reinforce-ment to support both the machine and operator. Working Clearances Consider ...
Page 31 - Table Support; Column and Base
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -17- Table Support Components and Hardware Needed: Qty Table Support Assembly ................................... 1Crank Handle .................................................... 1Handle ............................................................... 1Large Lock Lev...
Page 33 - Headstock
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -19- Components and Hardware Needed: Qty Headstock........................................................... 1 The headstock must be mounted on the col-umn/base assembly before the drill press can be operated. Moving and installing the headstock is a two-person job. ...
Page 36 - Light; Test Run
-22- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) Components and Hardware Needed: Qty 60W Light Bulb ................................................... 1 The Model G7943/G7944 includes a light socket. When the drill press is shipped from the factory, a dust plug is installed in the light socket for pro-tection....
Page 37 - Bench Mounting; Mounting; Floor Mounting
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -23- The Model G7943 should be secured to a bench. The Model G7944 base should be secured to the floor. Bench Mounting Components and Hardware Needed: Qty Assembled Drill Press ........................................ 1Lag Bolts 3 ⁄ 8 -16 x 3 (Not Included) .............
Page 39 - SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -25- 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. Installing /Removing Drill Bits Operation Safety Any drill bit you install in the chuck must be tight enough...
Page 40 - Choosing Speeds; Using the Drill Bit Speed Chart; Lubrication Suggestions
-26- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) Choosing Speeds Twist/Brad Point Drill Bits Soft Wood Hard Wood Plastic Brass Aluminum Mild Steel 1/16" – 3/16" 3000 2500 2500 2500 3000 2500 13/64" – 3/8" 2000 1500 2000 1250 2500 1250 25/64" – 5/8" 1500 750 1500 750 1500 600 11/16" –...
Page 41 - Changing Speeds
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -27- D C B A 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 1 RPM 210 BELT:A-1,4-4 D C B A 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 2 RPM 260 BELT:B— 2,4–4 D C B A 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 3 RPM 320 BELT:A—1,3–3 D C B A 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 4 RPM 440 BELT:C-3.4-4 D C B A 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 5 RPM 480 BELT:B-2,3-3 D C B A 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 6 R...
Page 42 - Drilling
-28- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) The Model G7943/G7944 is designed for drilling holes in wood or metal. The basic operation of a drill press is lining up your drill bit with the intended hole location, turning the drill press ON, and using the down feed levers to move the spinning drill bit into...
Page 43 - Depth Stop; Adjusting Table; Table Height
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -29- Figure 29. Depth stop components. Depth Nut Jam Nut Depth Stop Stud The Model G7943/G7944 has a depth stop that allows you to drill repeated non-through holes to the same depth every time. The depth stop consists of a stud attached to the quill with two hex nuts ...
Page 44 - Arbor Removal
-30- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) Figure 32. Inner and outer drift-key slots aligned. Figure 33. Using drift key to remove arbor. Both Slots Aligned The arbor can be removed to install another drill chuck in the spindle. A drift key is included to help remove the arbor from the spindle. Usually, ...
Page 45 - SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -31- SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES Figure 36. Model G8581 1 ⁄ 2 " Keyless Drill Chuck JT #33. G8581— 1 ⁄ 2 " Keyless Drill Chuck JT #33 Industrial grade keyless chucks are excellent for quick bit changes. Knurled grips and exceptional accuracy make these chucks an in...
Page 48 - Cleaning; SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE; Unpainted Cast Iron; General
-34- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may result in serious person- al injury. Cleaning the Model G7943/G7944 is relatively easy. Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry c...
Page 49 - About Service; Troubleshooting
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -35- This section is provided for your convenience—it is not a substitute for the Grizzly Service Department. If you need help troubleshooting, you need replacement parts, or you are unsure of how to perform the pro-cedures in this section, then feel free to call our ...
Page 51 - Drill Press Operations
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -37- Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Drilling stops, but the motor still oper-ates. 1. The belt is loose or worn.2. The pulley for the spindle shaft or the motor is slipping on the shaft. 3. Bit slips in chuck. 1. Replace and/or adjust the belt.2. To resecure...
Page 54 - Wiring Safety Instructions
-40- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) These pages are current at the time of printing. However, in the spirit of improvement, we may make chang-es to the electrical systems of future machines. Study this section carefully. If there are differences between your machine and what is shown in this sectio...
Page 55 - Electrical Components
Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) -41- READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 40! Electrical Components Figure 50. Light socket with dust plug removed. Figure 51. Motor wiring inside junction box. Light Switch Power Switch Figure 49. Power and light switch assembly. Figure 52. Capacitor. Light Socket Capacito...
Page 56 - KEY
-42- Model G7943/G7944 (Mfg. 10/02+) READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 40! Light Socket Light Switch Power Switch Motor Capacitor White Black Green (Ground)Wire Nut Connection To Power To Motor KEY WARNING! SHOCK HAZARD! Disconnect power before working on wiring. 110V Only G7943/G7944 Wiring Diagram Wi...
Page 61 - WARRANTY CARD
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Page 63 - WARRANTY AND RETURNS
WARRANTY AND RETURNS 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 main...