Grizzly Industrial G1023RLW - User Manual

-4- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) MODEL G1023RL Series 10" LEFT-TILTING TABLE SAWS Model Number G1023RL G1023RLX G1023RLW G1023RLWX Motor 3 HP, 240V, 1-Ph 3 HP, 240V, 1-Ph 3 HP, 240V, 1-Ph 5 HP, 240V, 1-Ph Required Power Supply Circuit 15 Amps 15 Amps 15 Amps 30 Amps Speed 3450 RPM 345...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -5- 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 ...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -7- Additional Safety for Table Saws Serious cuts, amputation, or death can occur from contact with rotating saw blade during operation. Workpieces, broken blades, or flying particles thrown by blade can blind or strike operators or bystanders with deadly forc...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -9- The following is a list of common definitions, terms and phrases used throughout this manual as they relate to this table saw and woodworking in general. Become familiar with these terms for assembling, adjusting or operating this machine. Your safety is V...

-10- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) 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 ...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -13- 5mm Hardware Recognition Chart

-14- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Table Saw Unit Box Contents (Figures 3–5): Qty A. Table Saw Unit ........................................... 1 B. Motor Cover ................................................ 1 C. Arbor Wrenches ......................................... 2 D. Dust Port ......

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -15- Fence & Rail Inventory G1023RL, G1023RLW, G1023RLWX The Shop Fox Classic fence includes extra hard-ware for mounting it to other brands of table saws. Only the hardware needed to mount the fence to your Grizzly saw is listed in this inventory and show...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -17- The unpainted surfaces of your machine are coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that prevents corrosion during shipment and storage. This rust preventative works extremely well, but it will take a little time to clean. Be patient and do a thorough j...

-18- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Site Considerations Figure 11. Minimum working clearances. Weight Load Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight of your machine. Make sure that the surface upon which the machine is placed will bear the weight of the machine, additional equipment th...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -19- Assembly Assembly steps are the same for all models except where noted. Assembly consists of install-ing the left extension wing, ON/OFF switch, motor cover, dust port, rails, saw blade, table insert, blade guard, fence scale, and cursor. Model G1023RL On...

-22- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Install the router table and legs now on the Model G1023RLW or G1023RLWX using the instructions provided for the router table extension. Router Table & Legs Extension Table & Legs To install the Model G1023RLX extension table and legs: 1. With the...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -23- 6. Tighten the bolts that hold the braces. 7. Adjust the extension table so it is flat (both flush and parallel) with the main table. This can be done by loosening the mounting bolts and adjusting the feet up/down as needed. Figure 26 shows the extension ...

-24- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) To connect a dust collection hose: 1. Fit a 4" dust hose over the dust port, as shown in Figure 28, and tightly secure in place with a hose clamp. Figure 28. Dust hose attached to dust port. Insert the plug attached to the machine power cord into a ma...

-26- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) SECTION 4: OPERATIONS Damage to your eyes, lungs, and hearing could result from using this machine without proper protective gear. Always wear safety glasses, a respirator, and hearing protection when operating this machine. For Your Own Safety Read Instr...

-28- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Stock Inspection Some workpieces are not safe to cut or may require modification before they are safe to cut. Before cutting, inspect all workpieces for the following: • Material Type: This machine is intended for cutting natural and man-made wood prod-uc...

-30- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Blade Installation The saw blade is sharp. Use extra care and wear gloves when installing the blade. Figure 38. Laminate blade. Laminate blade features: • Best for cutting plywood or veneer • 40-80 teeth • Triple chip tooth profile • Very shallow gullet T...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -31- Blade Guard Assembly The term "blade guard" refers to the assembly that consists of the clear polycarbonate shield, the spreader, and the anti-kickback pawls on each side of the spreader (see Figure 41). Each of these components have important saf...

-32- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) 9. Place the right spreader pawl in the arresting spring, then place a straightedge against the blade and the spreader. When properly aligned, the spreader/riving knife will be in the "Alignment Zone," shown in Figure 45, and will be parallel with...

-34- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) When to Use the Riving Knife Use the riving knife for all non-through cuts made with a standard table saw blade (i.e., dadoes or rabbet cuts in which a dado blade is NOT used, and when using a tenoning jig). Also, use the riving knife for those special op...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -35- To make a rip cut: 1. Review Preventing Kickback on Page 8 and take the necessary precautions to pre-vent kickback. 2. If using natural wood, joint one long edge of the workpiece on a jointer. 3. DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM POWER! 4. Ensure that the blade gua...

-36- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Miter Cuts A miter is an angled crosscut. Miters are usually cut in the same manner as crosscuts, using the miter gauge and a predetermined mark on the workpiece. To perform a miter cut: 1. DISCONNECT SAW FROM POWER! 2. Ensure that the blade guard/spreade...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -37- Blade Tilt/Bevel Cuts When the blade tilt stop bolts are properly adjust-ed ( Page 59), the blade tilt handwheel allows the operator to tilt the blade to the left, between 0° and 45°. This is used most often when cutting bevels, compound miters, or chamfe...

-38- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Cutting Dadoes with a Dado Blade To cut a dado with a dado blade: 1. Adjust the dado blade to the desired depth of cut. 2. Adjust the distance between the fence and the inside edge of the blade, as shown in Figure 54, to dado the length of a workpiece. — ...

-40- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Commonly used in furniture joinery, a rabbet is an L-shaped groove cut in the edge of the workpiece. Rabbets can be cut with either a dado blade or a standard saw blade. Rabbet cutting on the edge of the workpiece with a dado blade requires a sacrificial ...

-42- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Resawing Resawing is the process of cutting a thick piece of stock into one or more thinner pieces. Although resawing can be done with a table saw, we strong-ly recommend that you use a bandsaw instead. A bandsaw is the ideal machine for resawing, and res...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -43- Auxiliary Fence The auxiliary fence is necessary if you are resawing a workpiece that is more than 3" tall. It should be no less than 1 ⁄ 2 " shorter than the board to be resawn. Components Needed for the Auxiliary Fence:Wood* 3 ⁄ 4 " x (Heigh...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -45- SECTION 5: SHOP MADE SAFETY ACCESSORIES Easily made from scrap stock, featherboards provide an added degree of protection against kickback, especially when used together with push sticks. They also maintain pressure on the workpiece to keep it against the...

-48- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) When used correctly, push sticks reduce the risk of injury by keeping hands away from the blade while cutting. In the event of an accident, a push stick can also absorb damage that would have otherwise happened to hands or fingers. Using a Push Stick Use ...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -49- Figure 78. Template for a shop-made push block (shown at 50% of full size). 9"−10" Minimum Length Lip for pushing workpiece Handle for firm grip Make push block with 1 ⁄ 2 "– 3 ⁄ 4 " thick material 1 / 4 "– 1 / 2 " 4" Notch for...

-50- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) 3" 3 ⁄ 4 " Hardwood 5 1 ⁄ 4 " 3 ⁄ 4 " Plywood Length of TableSaw Rip Fence Length of TableSaw Rip Fence Figure 79. Auxiliary fence dimensions. Note: We recommend cutting the hardwood board oversize, then jointing and planing it to the corr...

-52- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) A crosscut sled (see Figure 86) is a fantastic way to improve the safety and accuracy of cross-cutting on the table saw. Most expert table saw operators use a crosscut sled when they have to crosscut a large volume of work, because the sled offers substan...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -53- ACCESSORIES H4231—Zero Clearance Insert for G1023RL/ RLX/RLW/RLWXHelps reduce kickback risk. Easily adjustable. Special phenolic material. H7583—Grizzly Tenoning JigOur fully adjustable tenoning jig handles stock up to 3 1 ⁄ 4 " thick and features an ...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -55- SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may result in serious person- al injury. For optimum performance from your machine, follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any specific ...

-56- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Use a brush to apply lithium grease to the eleva-tion leadscrew. Brush a small amount of grease (or oil) onto the elevation slides and wipe them down with a rag so there is a thin film of grease, but not so much that sawdust clogs will build up. Figure 97...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -57- Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section to fix or adjust your machine if a problem devel-ops. If you need replacement parts or you are unsure of your repair skills, then feel free to call our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. SECTION ...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -59- Blade Tilt Stops The table saw features stop bolts that stop the blade exactly at 45° and 90° during blade tilt adjustments. The stops have been set at the fac- tory and should require no adjustments, unless you notice that your cuts are not accurate. Not...

-60- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Figure 100. 90° stop bolt and jam nut. Blade Angle Trunnion 90° Stop Bolt & Jam Nut 5. Open the motor cover, loosen the jam nut shown in Figures 100–101, adjust the stop bolt up or down according to how far off the blade was from 90°, then repeat Step...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -61- 4. Open the right access door. 5. Tilt the blade as needed so there is enough room to adjust the stop bolt. 6. Loosen the jam nut on the 45° stop bolt (see Figure 103) then adjust the stop bolt in or out according to how far off the blade was from 45°. 7....

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -63- 11. Tighten one bolt a small amount and then move on to each of the others, tightening each down the same amount. Continue to rotate through the bolts, tightening them a little each time until they are all secure. 12. Now recheck the blade to miter slot a...

-64- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Adjusting Blade Position by Moving Trunnion 1. DISCONNECT SAW FROM POWER! 2. Remove the table and wings and set them to one side. Figure 110. Trunnion mounting bolts. Trunnion Mounting Bolts 4. Reattach the table, making sure there is adequate blade clear...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -65- Figure 112. Spreader/riving knife alignment zone. Alignment Zone Spreader or Riving Knife Blade Straightedge — If the spreader/riving knife is not parallel with the blade or is not inside the alignment zone, then it needs to be adjusted. Proceed to Adjust...

-66- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) 4. Loosen the two cap screws on the mounting block, then adjust the set screws on the block to move it in the necessary direction (see "Mounting Block" inset in Figure 113). 5. Re-install the table insert and spreader/riving knife, then tighten th...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -67- 4. Loosen the rail mounting bolts and adjust the rails as needed until the fence rides smooth-ly, the gap is approximately 1 ⁄ 16 ", and is even from front to back (see FIgure 115). Front Pads Rear Pads Figure 116. Fence pad locations. Clamping Pressu...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -69- Fence Scale Calibration The fence scale indicator window, shown in Figure 121, can be calibrated with the fence scale if you notice that your cuts do not accurately match what is shown on the fence scale. Figure 121. Fence indicator window. The indicator ...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -71- The belt stretches slightly as the saw is used. Most of the belt stretching will happen during the first 16 hours of use, but it may continue in small increments through continued use. To ensure optimum power transmission from the motor to the blade, the ...

-72- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Replacing Belt 1. DISCONNECT SAW FROM POWER! 2. Remove the table insert. 3. Remove the ON/OFF switch from the table. 4. Remove the four table mounting bolts. 5. With the help of an another person, lift the table off of the cabinet and set it aside. 6. Not...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -75- Gib Adjustment The Model G1023RL has an elevation slide gib that can be adjusted to ensure smooth, consistent movement of the arbor. When adjusting the elevation slide gib, the goal is to remove unnecessary sloppiness from the movement of the sliding surf...

-76- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) 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. Compare the manufacture date of your machine to the one stated in this manual, and study this sectio...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -79- READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 76! G1023RLWX Electrical Components 5HP, 240V, 1-Ph Figure 146. Start capacitor. Figure 143. Run capacitor. Figure 145. Motor junction box. Figure 144. On/Off Switch. Figure 147. Magnetic switch.

-80- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 76! 220V–240V Single-Phase 60 Hz 5HP 240V 1-Ph Motor Start Capacitor 400uf 125V Run Capacitor 60uf 300V On/Off Switch Magnetic Switch Assembly MPE-18 RESET 96 98 1/2 3/4 L1/1 L3/5 NO13 L2/3 5/6 18 22 26 OFF NC21 T1/2 T3/6 T2...

Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) -87- 514V2 515V2 516 516-1 517-1V2 518 526 551 531 532 533 534 G1023RL, G1023RLW, G1023RLWX Fence Rails REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 514 P1023RL514 SCALE 26" 518 P1023RL518 HEX BOLT 3/8-16 X 1 514V2 P1023RL514V2 SCALE 32" V2.09.17 526 ...

-90- Model G1023RL Series (Mfd. Since 09/17) Machine Labels Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to prevent injury. The owner of this machine MUST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that lab...

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