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-6- G8690 Variable Speed Wood Lathe
SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G8690
Variable Speed Wood Lathe. The Model G8690 is
part of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodwork-
ing machinery. When used according to the
guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect
years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation and
proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satis-
faction.
The Model G8690 is a wood turning lathe with a
variable spindle speed range of zero to 3025
R.P.M. Capacity between the centers is
adjustable up to 19" and the swing over the bed is
6". Shipping weight is approximately 40 lbs. This
lathe combines all the convenience of a bench
model with the features of a floor size model.
A number of chisels, chucks, spur centers and live
centers for the Model G8690 are available
through the Grizzly catalog.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with
the Model G8690. It was written to guide you
through assembly, review safety considerations,
and cover general operating procedures. It repre-
sents our effort to produce the best documenta-
tion possible. If you have any comments regard-
ing this manual, please write to us at the address
below:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
C
/O Technical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069
Most importantly, we stand behind our machines.
If you have any service questions or parts
requests, please call or write us at the location
listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
2406 Reach Road
Williamsport, PA 17701
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
After fall 2001:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Circle
Pennsdale, PA 17756
The specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G8690 as supplied when the manual was pre-
pared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of con-
tinuous improvement, changes may be made at
any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.
Whenever possible, though, we send manual
updates to all owners of a particular tool or
machine. Should you receive one, we urge you to
insert the new information with the old and keep it
for reference.
Commentary
Read the manual before
assembly and opera-
tion. Become familiar
with the machine and
it’s operation before
beginning any work.
Serious personal injury
may result if safety or
operational information
is not understood or fol-
lowed.