Page 3 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ............................................... 2 Contact Info.................................................... 2Manual Accuracy ........................................... 2Identification ................................................... 3Controls & Component...
Page 4 - Contact Info; Manual Accuracy; INTRODUCTION
-2- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) We stand behind our machines! If you have ques-tions or need help, contact us with the information below. Before contacting, make sure you get the serial number and manufacture date from the machine ID label. This will help us help you faster. Grizzly Technical Sup...
Page 5 - Identification
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -3- Identification To reduce your risk of serious injury, read this entire manual BEFORE using machine. Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand the instructions in this manual. Magnetic ON/OFF Switch He...
Page 6 - Components
-4- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Controls & Components Refer to Figures 1–3 and the following descrip- tions to become familiar with the basic controls and components of this machine. Understanding these items and how they work will help you understand the rest of the manual and stay safe when...
Page 7 - Internal Components
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -5- Internal Components Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this machine. Accidents are fre- quently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to decrease the risk of operator injury. If...
Page 10 - NOTICE; Safety Instructions for Machinery
-8- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS. You can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching live electrical components or improperly grounded machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow qualified service personnel to do electrical installation or repair work, and always di...
Page 12 - Additional Safety for Planers
-10- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Additional Safety for Planers Amputation, serious cuts, entanglement, or death can occur from contact with rotating cutterhead or other moving parts! Flying chips can cause eye injuries or blindness. Workpieces or knives thrown by cutterhead can strike nearby oper...
Page 13 - SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY; Availability
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -11- SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY Availability Before installing the machine, consider the avail-ability and proximity of the required power supply circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet the requirements for this machine, a new circuit must be installed. To minimize ...
Page 14 - Extension Cords; Grounding Requirements
-12- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Improper connection of the equipment-grounding wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The wire with green insulation (with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment-grounding wire. If repair or replacement of the power cord or plug is nec-essary, do not co...
Page 15 - Needed for Setup; Unpacking
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -13- SECTION 3: SETUP Description Qty• Additional People ....................................... 1 • Safety Glasses ........................ 1 Per Person • Forklift or Lifting Equipment (Rated for at least 500 lbs.) ........................ 1 • Cleaner/Degreaser .........
Page 16 - Inventory
-14- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Inventory The following is a list of items shipped with your machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items out and inventory them. If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them; or for the sake of expediency, rep...
Page 17 - Cleanup
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -15- T23692—Orange Power DegreaserA great product for removing the waxy ship-ping grease from the non-painted parts of the machine during clean up. The unpainted surfaces of your machine are coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that prevents corrosion during ship...
Page 18 - Site Considerations; Weight Load; Space Allocation
-16- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Site Considerations Figure 7. Minimum working clearances. Wall = Electrical Connection Illustration Not To Scale 32" 30" Min. 30" for Maintenance Weight Load Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight of your machine. Make sure that the surface upo...
Page 20 - Stand Mounting; Bench Mounting
-18- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Stand Mounting This machine can be mounted to an optional stand: Model T27650 (see Page 27 for details). To mount the planer to the stand, use a forklift to set the planer on the stand (see Figure 13), then secure it with 3 ⁄ 8 " diameter mounting hardware. Fi...
Page 22 - Test Run
-20- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Test Run Once assembly is complete, test run the machine to ensure it is properly connected to power and safety components are functioning correctly. If you find an unusual problem during the test run, immediately stop the machine, disconnect it from power, and fi...
Page 23 - SECTION 4: OPERATIONS; Operation Overview
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -21- SECTION 4: OPERATIONS Operation Overview The purpose of this overview is to provide the nov-ice machine operator with a basic understanding of how the machine is used during operation, so the machine controls/components discussed later in this manual are easier to...
Page 25 - Planing Tips; Chipped Grain; Cutting Problems
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -23- Planing Tips Below is a list of wood characteristics you may encounter when planing. The following descrip-tions of defects will give you some possible answers to problems you may encounter while planing different materials. Possible solutions fol-low the descript...
Page 26 - Chip Marks or Indentations; Depth of Cut
-24- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Pitch & Glue Build-up Problem: Glue and resin buildup on the rollers and cutterhead will cause overheating by decreas-ing cutting sharpness while increasing drag in the feed mechanism. The result can include scorched lumber, uneven knife marks, and chatter. So...
Page 27 - Setting Feed Rate; Adjusting /Replacing
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -25- Setting Feed Rate The infeed and outfeed rollers move the workpiece through the planer while keeping it flat and provid-ing a consistent rate of movement. The speed that these rollers move the workpiece through the planer is the feed rate. Generally, low feed rate...
Page 29 - SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES; order online at
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -27- SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES Installing unapproved accessories may cause machine to malfunction, resulting in serious personal injury or machine damage. To reduce this risk, only install accessories recommended for this machine by Grizzly. NOTICE Refer to our website or...
Page 32 - Basic Eye Protection
-30- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) G5562—SLIPIT® 1 Qt. Gel G5563—SLIPIT® 12 Oz. Spray G2871—Boeshield® T-9 12 Oz. Spray G2870—Boeshield® T-9 4 Oz. Spray H3788—G96® Gun Treatment 12 Oz. Spray H3789—G96® Gun Treatment 4.5 Oz. Spray Figure 39. Recommended products for protecting unpainted cast iron/st...
Page 33 - SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE; Protecting
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -31- SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE To reduce risk of shock or accidental startup, always disconnect machine from power before adjustments, maintenance, or service. Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. If any resin has built u...
Page 34 - Lubrication; Feed Roller Bushings
-32- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Lubrication Your planer features bearings that are lubricated and sealed at the factory. These bearing do not require any further attention unless they need to be replaced. If a bearing fails, your planer will probably develop a noticeable rumble or vibration, whi...
Page 35 - Height Chain & Sprockets
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -33- Height Chain & Sprockets Grease Type .......................... NLGI#2 EquivalentFrequency ............ Every 160 Hours of Operation The column leadscrews are synchronized by the height chain and sprockets located underneath the planer base (see Figure 43). Us...
Page 37 - Troubleshooting
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -35- Review the troubleshooting procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine. If you need replacement parts or additional help with a procedure, call our Technical Support. Note: Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine...
Page 38 - Machine Operation
-36- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Excessive snipe (gouge in end of board that is uneven with rest of cut). Note: A small amount of snipe is inevitable with all planers. The key is minimizing it as much as possible. 1. Chipbreaker set too low.2. Workpiece is...
Page 41 - Breaker Heights; Using a Rotacator
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -39- Feed Rollers & Chip Breaker Heights It is essential that the feed rollers and chip breaker are set at the correct distance below the cutterhead knives at BDC (bottom dead center) to ensure that the workpiece moves through the planer evenly and the correct dist...
Page 43 - Using Wood Blocks
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -41- 6. Remove dust hood, top cover, belt cover, and drive chain cover. 7. Lower headstock until cutterhead gets close to wood blocks. 8. Use belts to rotate cutterhead and continue lowering headstock until blocks just barely touch cutterhead knife at its lowest point ...
Page 45 - Fingers
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -43- Positioning Chip Deflector Chip Deflector Gap Setting ..................... 1 ⁄ 16 "– 1 ⁄ 8 " When properly distanced from the cutterhead, the chip deflector directs the chips into the dust hood, and keeps them from falling onto the outfeed roller and bein...
Page 46 - Wiring Safety Instructions
-44- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) SHOCK HAZARD. Working on wiring that is con-nected to a power source is extremely dangerous. Touching electrified parts will result in personal injury including but not limited to severe burns, electrocution, or death. Disconnect the power from the machine before ...
Page 47 - Wiring Diagram
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -45- READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 44! Wiring Diagram GND Motor Start Capacitor CD60 600MFD 125VAC A RESET 96 98 T1/2 T3/6 8 T2/4 L1/1 L3/5 7 L2/3 95 12 15 18 SET @ 14A GND 1/2 3/4 5/6 Relay RA-20 Contactor SDE MA-15 220V-240V Magnetic Switch Hot Hot Ground 6-20 Plug ...
Page 49 - Main Parts List
Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) -47- Main Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 1 P0815001 MOTOR 3HP 220V 1-PH 44 P0815044 FLAT WASHER 3/4 1-1 P0815001-1 MOTOR FAN COVER 45 P0815045 COMPRESSION SPRING 3.5 X 19 X 70 1-2 P0815001-2 CAPACITOR COVER 46 P0815046 BUSHING BLOCK 1-3 P08150...
Page 53 - WARRANTY CARD
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