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G8691 Wood Lathe w/ Stand
SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G8691
Wood Lathe w/ Stand. The Model G8691 is part of
a growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking
machinery. When used according to the guide-
lines 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 G8691 is a
1
⁄2 H.P. variable speed
wood lathe capable of a variety of wood turning
tasks. The lathe features 40" between the cen-
ters, 14" swing over the bed, 12
1
⁄4" swing over the
tool rest, 0-3000 R.P.M. spindle speed, 0-5000
R.P.M. motor speed, adjustable tool rest, live cen-
ter, spur center and 6" face plate. The lathe also
includes a heavy-duty steel stand that puts the
working height at 39
3
⁄4".
A number of chisels, chucks, centers, and other
accessories are available for the Model G8691
through the Grizzly catalog.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with
the Model G8691. 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
The specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G8691 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.
To operate this or any power tool safely and
efficiently, it is essential to become as
familiar with its characteristics as possible.
The time you invest before you begin to use
your Model G8691 will be time well spent.
DO NOT operate this machine until you are
completely familiar with the contents of this
manual. Make sure you read and under-
stand all of the safety procedures. If you do
not understand something, DO NOT operate
the machine.
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