Filter
Top Products
G1073/G1073Z 16'' Bandsaw -27-
Once the assembly is complete and the adjust-
ments are done to your satisfaction, you are
ready to test the machine.
Turn on the power supply at the main panel. Pull
the paddle switch up to start the bandsaw. Make
sure that your hand is poised over the switch in
case there is a problem. The bandsaw should run
smoothly with little or no vibration or rubbing nois-
es. Strange or unnatural noises should be inves-
tigated and corrected before operating the
machine further.
If you cannot easily locate the source of an
unusual noise or vibration, feel free to contact our
service department for help.
Test Run
Blade Selections
The Model G1073/G1073Z 16" Bandsaw accepts
113" blades. The tension adjustment will accom-
modate blades up to a maximum length of 114"
and down to a minimum length of 112" (approx.).
A bandsaw blade is a delicate piece of steel that
is subjected to tremendous strain. Take care of
your blades and they will last a long time. Be sure
you use quality blades of the proper width for the
various types of cutting operations.
Always use the widest blade possible for the
workpiece you are cutting. Use narrow blades
only for sawing small, abrupt curves and for fine,
delicate work. Grizzly supplies bandsaw blades in
various widths for this saw. Please refer to our
current catalog for prices and ordering informa-
tion.
Many conditions may cause a bandsaw blade to
break. Blade breakage is, in some cases,
unavoidable because of the peculiar stresses to
which bandsaw blades are subjected. Blade
breakage is also due to avoidable causes.
Avoidable breakage is most often the result of
poor care or judgement on the part of the opera-
tor when mounting or adjusting the blade or sup-
port guides.The most common causes of blade
breakage are:
• Forcing or twisting a wide blade around a
curve of short radius.
• Feeding material too fast.
• A dull or defective blade.
• Excessive tension.
• Improperly adjusted blade guides.
• Continuously running the bandsaw when not
in use.
SECTION 6: OPERATIONS
Keep loose clothing
rolled up and out of the
way of machinery and
keep hair pulled back.
Wear safety glasses dur-
ing the entire operation
process. Failure to com-
ply may result in serious
personal injury.
Disconnect power to the
machine when perform-
ing any maintenance or
assembly. Failure to do
this may result in serious
personal injury.