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1. RE EE sens 52 AMINE Cee he Oe emule nus 16 E 7 Shipping Weight issue 68 Ibs Net Weight in ae dentaire nm 60 Ibs BOX SIZE te rrnre 55 L x 18 W x 10 H Capacities Maximum Copy Length issue 36 Maximum Total Depth of Cut 2 Maximum Original Spindle Diameter 3 Maximum Recommended Cutting Depth per Height of Cutting Tool Above Bedway 6 Construction ETS PR RE Extruded Aluminum and Steel Duplicating Head and Mounting Brackets Cast Iron ON High Speed Steel Specifications while deemed accurate are not guaranteed REVISED 4 99 G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment 19 20 G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment G2891 PARTS LIST Ref Part Description Ref Part Description P2891001 Cutting 02 P2891002 Setscrew 8 1 25 x 25 2891004 Arbor Cap Screw 5 8 11 21 2 S14M LWO4M SB26M Phillips 47 20 x 3 4 Setscrew M6 1 0 x 12 1 NO1M 1 2891012 13 P2891013 13 1 2891013 1 1 SS03M Setscrew M6 1 0 x 8 Setscrew M6 1 25 x 8 2891018 Cable B03M 2891020 Spring NO3M Carriage Block 060 P28910
2. Figure 14 Adjusting positive stops Once the template and the workpiece are both securely in place loosen the cutter in its collar and adjust it until both the cutter and the stylus are just touching the work piece evenly and the template evenly It is essential for accurate copying that the cut ter tip and the tip of the stylus always remain at the same positions in relation to the workpiece and the master profile Slide the carriage away from the workpiece so both the stylus and cutter are well away from your work Ensure that everything is secure and turn on the lathe at its slowest speed Slowly advance the cutting tool toward the left edge of the workpiece Once contact is made advance the cutting tool into the copy spindle approximately 1 6 Turn the longitudinal handwheel so the carriage travels from stop to stop After each pass extend the cutter another 1 6 maximum and repeat with another pass Repeat this process until the stylus comes in contact with the template Watch the tool carefully as you make each 13 14 15 16 17 18 pass If it tends to bite or gouge the work piece back the cutter slightly and try again Be conservative when removing stock After you ve made several passes with the cutting tool turn the lathe off and inspect the results It should not be tapered If it is the Copy Attachment is not properly aligned to the axis of the wood lathe Re align the attach
3. ahead at eet er ae a ee 8 MOUNTING n krena reen roeines E anaE E EAEN ae E DEA ble ea nest 9 ROUGH ALIGNMENT TE aA 10 FINAL ALIGNMENT a Ana sinistres 11 4 ADJUSTMENTS CABLE TENSIONS ia reee ain 12 GIB ADJUSTMENT EE T 12 TOOL a NA nn pa dre nan 13 COPY STYLUS an 13 5 OPERATIONS OVERVIEW inner menant E de E E 14 IMPORTANT POINTS iinei ea a aaia 14 BASIC OPERATION nt er ee to 15 16 6 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION a Ay aA 17 CUTTING TOOL a E aE 17 7 CLOSURE ied E a ten erp 18 MACHINE DATA 19 PARTS DIAGRAM 20 PARTS 21 WARRANTY AND 22 G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment SECTION 1 SAFETY AWARNING For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating This Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages The progression of symbols is described below Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substi tute for proper accident pr
4. INDUSTRIAL INC WOOD LATHE COPY ATTACHMENT MODEL G2891 INSTRUCTION MANUAL COPYRIGHT 1993 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL INC WARNING NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL INC REVISED APRIL 1999 PRINTED IN U S A WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemical are e Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals Work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Table Of Contents 1 SAFETY SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS vatiacieii aa ave ale nt ne 2 3 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LATHES 4 2 INTRODUCTION COMMENTARY 5 UNPACKING Le 6 PARTS INVENTORY 6 SITE CONSIDERATIONS nantaise 7 3 ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW a Gis tt
5. The cable can be tightened by loosening the bolt at the control rod See Figure 8 The cable should then be pulled snugly but not so tight that stress is placed on the cable Once snug re tight en the bolt to secure the cable Figure 8 Adjusting carriage cable tension Y Gib Adjustment The carriage slides along the Copy Attachment bed on brass strips called gibs These gibs are the means by which you adjust the amount of friction or play between the carriage and the bed 12 The goal of gib adjustment is to provide as little play as possible between the carriage and the bed while still allowing free movement of the car riage There are eight adjustment locations 2 on the front of the carriage 2 on the back and 4 under neath To adjust the gibs 1 Loosen the lock nut s and and loosen or tighten the setscrews with the 3mm Allen wrench 2 Slide the carriage back and forth to test for binding and re adjust until the carriage travels smoothly without binding or excess wobble 3 When adjustments are complete tighten the lock nuts while maintaining the setscrew position with the Allen wrench See Figure 9 Re test after tightening Figure 9 Adjusting the gib tightness Y G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Cutting Tool The cutting tool can be positioned closer or far ther away from the workpiece by loosening the setscrew at the top of the cutting tool collar Use an 8mm Allen wren
6. Web Site http www grizzly com G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment The specifications drawings and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G2891 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 A CAUTION 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 G2891 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 oper ate the machine Unpacking This Wood Lathe Copy Attachment is shipped from the manufacturer in a carefully packed car ton If you discover the machine is damaged after you ve signed for delivery and the truck and dri ver are gone you will need to file a freight claim with the carrier Save the containers and all pack ing materials for possible inspection by the carri er or its agent Without the packing materials fil ing a freight claim can b
7. You will need to make the cuts with a lathe chisel on your tool rest prior to installing the Copy Attachment yY G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Master Spindle or Template Wp nee FN Move from high points towards areas with greater depth of cut Figure 12 Recommended direction of stylus travel Basic Operation 4 If you are using a template spread the tem plate mounting brackets apart to accom modate the template Note that you will have to drill holes in your template to mount it to the template mounting brackets Locate the position of the template on the Copy Attachment main body so the profile will line up with the desired location of the profile on the workpiece If you followed To make a copy of an existing spindle or tem plate 1 To make identical copies from a master spindle it is necessary to first make certain the cutting tool and the follower stylus are aligned with their respective centerlines See Figure 13 This can be done most eas ily by mounting turning squares with identi cal dimensions on the lathe centers and on the Copy Attachment centers Move the fol lower stylus so it just touches the square Adjust the cutting tool in or out of the hold er so it also just touches the square Remove the turning squares Mount the workpiece between the lathe centers Move the carriage with the longitudinal handwheel until the tip of the cutter is pre cisely located at the point on the wor
8. safety first as it applies to your individual working conditions Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury damage to equipment or poor work results G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION Commentary Grizzly Industrial Inc is proud to offer the Model G2891 Wood Lathe Copy Attachment The G2891 is part of Grizzly s growing family of fine woodworking and metalworking machinery When used according to the guidelines stated in this manual you can expect years of trouble free enjoyable operation The Model G2891 is a wood lathe duplicator capable of mass producing many shapes of the same design The G2891 comes complete with mounting hardware and cutting tool We are also pleased to provide this manual with the Model G2891 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 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 1203 Lycoming Mall Circle Muncy PA 17756 Phone 570 546 9663 Fax 800 438 5901 E Mail techsupport grizzly com
9. top of the brackets and the Figure 3 Sliding attachment onto bolts mounting plates should be below the bed Ps 2 Slide the two hex head with clamping plates attached into the channel located along the bottom of the Copy Attachment 20 of the distance across the bed from main body See Figure 3 Place the Copy the headstock and tailstock See Figure 2 Attachment the bed brackets installed On a lathe with a 40 bed brackets will be in Step 1 dropping the hex bolts through centered approximately 8 from the head the bed bracket slots at the front of the stock and tailstock Some minor degree of lathe Center the attachment body with the variation may be necessary to eliminate lathe bed and slip the packing block flat any interference between the Copy washers spring washers and nuts provided Attachment and the normal operation of the over the hex bolts and just finger tighten lathe To provide a solid base for the Copy Attachment base the mounting brackets should be centered on points measuring Make certain the Copy Attachment does not block access to any of the lathe con trols Some lateral adjustment can be done to assure clearance if necessary The front of the brackets should cantilever over the front of the lathe bed by about 6 Just finger tighten the cap screws for now Figure 2 Attachment locations for left and right bed attachment brackets 9 G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment 9 Rough Al
10. 59 Template Support Bracket 25 P2891025 Control Rod 26 2891026 Special Head Bolt 27 Setscrew M6 1 0 x 12 28 P2891028 Main Bod 069 P2891068 Packing Blok Ci 2891031 2891032 Spindle Plate LWO4M P2891035 Copying Block N ojojo 55 1 olololololo nr feet P2891001 P2891002 P2891035 E Q N N Q N 55 ojojo N Q Q 9 o ojojo NX G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment 21 WARRANTY AND RETURNS Grizzly Industrial Inc warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence accidents repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance This is Grizzly s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be implied by law including any merchantability or fitness for any par ticular purpose are hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty We do not warrant or represent that the merchandise complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so warrants In no event shall Grizzly s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State of Wash
11. AWARNING Safety Instructions For Power Tools 9 USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD Make sure your extension cord is in good condi tion Conductor size should be in accor dance with the chart below The amperage rating should be listed on the motor or tool nameplate An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Your extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin Always repair or replace exten sion cords if they become damaged Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties rings bracelets or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts Non slip footwear is recommended Wear protective hair cov ering to contain long hair ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safe ty glasses SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical It s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment 13 14 DON T OVERREACH Keep proper foot ing and balance at all times MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubri cating and changing accessories DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and changing accessories such as blades bits cutters and the like REDU
12. CE THE RISK OF UNINTENTION AL STARTING Make sure switch is in off position before plugging in USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult the owners manual for recom mended accessories The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Before fur ther use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts bind ing of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT TENDED TURN POWER OFF Don t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop AWARNING Additional Safety Instructions For The G2891 1 Before turning your lathe on ensure that the cutting tool is well away from the turning square Ensure that the turn ing square will rotate freely Make sure the workpiece and the tem plate or master spindle are securely mounted Always start the lathe at its slowest speed Maintain minimal play in the guide cable and carriage To prevent excessive vibration don t force the cutting tool or take too big a cut in one pass Recommended maxi mum cut is 1 6 Make sure cable path is unobstructed at all times AWARNING Like all power tools there is danger associ ated with th
13. Other 2 Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to ____ American Woodworker ___ Practical Homeowner ___Cabinetmaker ___ Shop Notes ___ Family Handyman ___Today s Homeowner ___ Fine Homebuilding ___WOOD 11 ___ Fine Woodworking ___Wooden Boat ____Home Handyman ____ Woodshop News 12 ____ Journal of Light Construction ____ Woodsmith ____Old House Journal ____ Woodwork ____ Popular Mechanics ____ Woodworker ___ Popular Science ___Woodworker s Journal ___ Popular Woodworking ___Workbench Other 8 Which of the following woodworking remodeling shows do you watch ___ Backyard America ___ New Yankee Workshop 13 Home Time ____This Old House ___ American Woodworker ____Woodwrights Shop Other 4 What is your annual household income ____ 20 000 29 999 ____ 60 000 69 999 ____ 30 000 39 999 ____ 70 000 79 999 ____ 40 000 49 999 ____ 80 000 89 999 14 ____ 50 000 59 999 ____ 90 000 5 What is your age group ____20 29 ____50 59 ____80 39 ____60 69 _ 40 49 70 15 6 How long have you been a woodworker 0 2 Years 8 20 Years ___2 8 Years _ 20 Years 16 7 How would you rank your woodworking skills Simple _ Advanced 17 Intermediate ___ Master Craftsman 8 What stationary woodworking tools do you own Check all that apply _ Air Compressor ___ Panel Saw 18 ___ Saw ___ Drill Press ____ Power Feeder ____ Drum Sander ____Radial Arm Saw Dust Collec
14. ch to make collar adjust ments To install or replace the cutting tool 1 Loosen the setscrew on the cutting tool col lar 2 Insert the cutting tool with the triangular cutting edge up See Figure 10 3 Tighten the setscrew Figure 10 Cutting tool and setscrew 29 G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Copy Stylus To ensure the greatest level of precision while copying from a template or a master profile it is essential that the Copy Stylus is properly posi tioned at the underside of the travelling carriage When adjusting the stylus keep in mind that its follower edge should be centered on the template or master profile so the narrowest point fits securely within the profile To adjust the stylus 1 Center your master profile on the copy cen ters or attach your profile template to the attachment brackets included on the front of the Copy Attachment body Insert the stylus so the rounded edge of the follower contacts the master See Figure 11 2 Be sure that your template or master profile is perfectly parallel to the Copy Attachment bed by repeating the procedures used to check alignment between the lathe centers and the Copy Attachment This time move the stylus from one end of the template or master profile to the other by turning the longitudinal handwheel The cross slide handwheel will allow you to adjust the loca tion of the stylus so you can find points on either end of the profile w
15. copy attachment WORKING CLEARANCES Working clearances can be thought of as the dis tances between machines and obstacles that allow safe operation of every machine without limitation Ensure that your working area offers plenty of room for free movement and a substan tial amount of distance between you and others that may be working in your shop space LIGHTING AND OUTLETS Lighting should be bright enough to eliminate shadows and prevent eye strain Electrical cir cuits should be dedicated or large enough to han dle combined motor amp loads of the lathe and other machinery connected to that circuit Outlets should be located near each machine so power or extension cords are not obstructing high traffic areas Be sure to observe local electrical codes for proper installation of new lighting outlets or circuits A CAUTION Make your shop child safe Ensure that your workplace is inaccessible to young sters by closing and locking all entrances when you are away Never allow visitors in your shop when assembling adjusting or operating equipment G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Notes SECTION 3 ASSEMBLY Overview NOTICE All assembly and adjustment instructions assume that your lathe is axially aligned i e the headstock and tailstock are cen tered on the same axis Consult your lathe owner s manual for proper procedure Most of your Copy Attachment has been assem bled at the factory However
16. ct the Service Department listed in Section 2 Introduction Additional information sources are necessary to realize the full potential of this machine Trade journals woodworking magazines and your local library are good places to start AWARNING The Model G2891 was specifically designed for use with 40 Wood Lathes DO NOT MOD IFY AND OR USE THIS MACHINE FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE Modifications or improper use of this tool will void the war ranty If you are confused about any aspect of this machine DO NOT use it until you have answered all your questions Serious person al injury may occur AWARNING Like all power tools there is danger associ ated with the Model G2891 Copy Attachment Accidents frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Use this tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored serious personal injury may occur G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment SHEET Customer Service 570 326 3806 To Order Call 800 523 4777 Fax 800 438 5901 GRIZZLY MODEL G2891 WOOD LATHE COPY ATTACHMENT Design Type E Manual Cable Operated Wood Lathe Compatibility 14 Swing Over Bed with Cast or Channel Bedways Copy Pattern Existing Spindle or Plywood Pattern Overall Dimensions PASM GU
17. e Model G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention to the tool or your work Use this tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored serious personal injury may occur 7 Before any copying operation ensure that the headstock and tailstock of your lathe are centered on the same axis While working position yourself so you are within easy reach of all lathe and Copy Attachment controls Keep base lubricated to ensure smooth carriage movement during copying DO NOT lubricate the cable it is friction operated Do not make any adjustments to the lathe or copy attachment while the lathe is operating If adjustments are neces sary turn the lathe off unplug the power cord and wait for the moving parts to stop Habits good and bad are hard to break Develop good habits and safety will become second nature AWARNING This equipment has the potential to propel debris into the air which can cause eye injury Always wear safety glasses or gog gles when operating equipment Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses Be sure your safety glasses meet American National Standards Institute ANSI standards A CAUTION No list of safety guidelines can be complete Every shop environment is different Always consider
18. e difficult f you need assistance determining whether you need to file a freight claim or with the procedure to file one please contact our Customer Service When you are completely satisfied with the con dition of your shipment you should inventory its parts Parts Inventory After all the parts have been removed from the carton you should have Main Attachment Body Large Handwheel Hardware Box 5 11 x 2 Socket Head Cap Screw 2 Threaded Square Mounting Plate 2 Bed Brackets 2 Handwheel Handle 1 Cutting Tool 1 Unthreaded Rectangular Mounting Plate 2 Allen Wrench 4mm 1 Allen Wrench 5mm 1 Allen Wrench 14mm 1 M8 1 25 x 60mm Hex Bolt amp Clamp Plate 2 M8 1 25 Hex Nut 2 3 Flat Washer 2 3 Lock Washer 2 In the event that any non proprietary parts are missing e g a nut or a washer we would be glad to replace them or for the sake of expedi ency replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store NOTICE A full parts list and breakdown can be found toward the end of this manual For easier assembly or to identify missing parts please refer to the detailed illustra tions at the end of the manual G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Site Considerations FLOOR LOAD Your G2891 when mounted to your wood lathe represents a large weight load in a small foot print Be sure that the floor in your work area is adequately reinforced to support the weight of the lathe and
19. embling operating or maintaining tools and machinery Keep your shop child safe by locking up securely when not in use and by providing proper supervision when chil dren are present G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Cutting Tool After extended use particularly with hardwoods or woods with large amounts of oil or resins the cutter may become dull When you notice that the cutter seems to be working abnormally hard while cutting or if over heating or frequent gouging and chipping occur you will need to either sharpen or replace the cut ting tool Loosen the collar setscrew and remove the tool and sharpen or replace as needed A CAUTION Cutting tools will become very hot when in use Use care when removing a cutting tool which has just been used It can still be extremely hot and cause painful burns Wear gloves or wait for the tool to cool down before removing or adjusting 17 SECTION 7 CLOSURE The following pages contain general machine data parts diagrams lists troubleshooting guide and Warranty Return information for your Model G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment If you need parts or help in assembling your machine or if you need operational information we encourage you to call our Service Department Our trained service technicians will be glad to help you If you have comments dealing specifically with this manual please write to our Bellingham Washington location using the address in Sec
20. evention measures ADANGER AWARNING A CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided MAY result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices NOTICE This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper operation of the equipment AWARNING Safety Instructions For Power Tools KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning on KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents DON T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON MENT Don t use power tools in damp wet locations or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist Keep work area well lighted 5 KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area MAKE WORK SHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks master switches or by removing starter keys DON T FORCE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed USE RIGHT TOOL Don t force tool attachment to do a job for which it was not designed G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment
21. ft hand end of the Copy Attachment Bed Secure the wheel with the setscrew included 7 Attach the crossfeed handwheel handle to the smaller wheel on the the sliding car riage 8 Install the cutting tool into the arbor and tighten the collar setscrew See Figure 5 Figure 5 Securing cutting tool A CAUTION Use caution when handling the Copy Attachment s cutting tool It s sharp edges could cause skin lacerations if handled improperly G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Final Alignment Final alignment of the lathe axis and the copier axis must be precise to ensure that they are both parallel Before executing the following steps mount a turning square between the centers of your lathe The turning square should be as long as the max imum center to center distance of your lathe to ensure the greatest degree of accuracy It is crit ical that the turning blank is perfectly centered and as near perfectly straight as possible 1 Move the carriage to one end of the Copy Attachment and crank the cross feed hand wheel until the cutting tool nearly touches the side of the blank See Figure 6 oe 4 3 lt gt Figure 6 Aligning lathe to copy attachment 2 Without changing the position of the turning blank slowly turn the longitudinal feed handwheel to move the carriage toward the opposite end of the lathe Use a feeler gauge or another precision spacer when sta
22. hich will allow you to ensure proper alignment Adjust the sty lus height until the follower edge is cen tered on the template or profile Tighten the setscrew to secure the stylus 13 SECTION 5 Operations Overview This Copy Attachment will produce any number of duplicate spindles from one master profile or template The advantages provided by this accessory for your wood lathe are readily appar ent in terms of consistency and labor savings While the Copy Attachment provides a substan tial aid in recreating spindle profiles keep in mind that it is designed primarily for rough spindle shaping Its capacity for detail is limited by the cutter and stylus Final detailed turning will be best accommodated with the use of hand guided precision turning chisels To minimize the need for extensive hand work we recommend you create profiles with graceful tapers and beads whenever possible N Important Points Because small diameter master spindles have the potential to bend or bow slightly when the sty lus makes contact we recommend using a tem plate made from 1 4 to plywood or some other stable material The master spindle profile can be transferred to the template and carefully cut out The template can then be attached to the mount ing brackets located on the front side of the Copy Attachment body See Stylus Adjustment in the Adjustment Section for details on proper template alignment The followi
23. ignment Once the Copy Attachment Bed is attached to the mounting brackets the following procedures will allow you to begin the very important process of aligning the parallelism between the centers of the lathe and those of the centers which will hold your template or original profile 1 To roughly align the Copy Attachment with the lathe headstock tailstock axis two gauge boards will be needed The gauge board should be approximately 1 198 thick 6 8 wide and 2 3 long Clamp these gauge boards onto the lathe bed one under the headstock the other under the tailstock Place a machinists square on top of the wood and measure 3 toward the Copy Attachment bed See Figure 4 Place a precise mark across the width of the wood Repeat the process with another piece of wood at the headstock Copy Attachment Figure 4 Use of gauge boards for alignment 3 Once both gauges are marked slide the 10 Copy Attachment bed over the board until the leading edge is even with the marks on both the left and right sides 4 Tighten the large cap screws securing the mounting brackets to the lathe bed with the large Allen wrench provided Then tighten the hex nuts securing the Copy Attachment Bed to the mounting brackets 5 Once the brackets and bed are securely attached remove the gauge boards 6 Install the longitudinal feed handwheel This is the larger of the two handwheels It mounts on the shaft at the le
24. ington County of Whatcom We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent spe cial or consequential damages arising from the use of our products To take advantage of this warranty contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details We will then issue you a Return Number which must be clearly posted on the outside as well as the inside of the car ton We will not accept any item back without this number Proof of purchase must accompany the mer chandise The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they constantly strive to achieve better quality equipment We make every effort to ensure that our products meet high quality and durability standards and we hope you never need to use this warranty Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the manual Thank you again for your business and continued support We hope to serve you again soon 22 G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment WARRANTY CARD Name Street City State Zip Phone Number E Mail FAX MODEL Order The following information is given on a voluntary basis It will be used for marketing purposes to help us develop better products and services Of course all information is strictly confidential 1 How did you learn about us _ Advertisement Friend 10 _ Catalog Card Deck ____ World Wide Web
25. kpiece where you want the turning action to begin See Figure 12 Lathe Centerline Step 2 the stylus should line up at the start ing point of the template Adjust the crosswheel until the stylus comes in contact with the template in its desired position If duplicating an existing spindle mount the spindle between the master spindle carri ers First position and lock the head center so the existing spindle profile will line up with the intended profile area on the copy Use a 13mm wrench to loosen and tighten ing the mounting fasteners Slide the tail center so it is just outside of the master spindle and lock in place Hold the master spindle in position and tighten the hand knob located on the tail center A DANGER Make sure that the workpiece is firmly seat ed between centers If it becomes unseated from lathe at operating speed work piece will be propelled from the machine Serious personal injury will occur to anyone in the path of the workpiece Cutting Follower Stylus Copy Attachment Centerline Figure 13 Stylus Cutting Tool alignment G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment 15 7 10 11 12 16 Move the carriage stylus to the left hand limit of the profiled area and adjust the left hand stop until it is in contact with the car riage See Figure 14 Tighten the stop with a Phillips head screwdriver Repeat the procedure for the right hand stop
26. ment according to the instructions in the Assembly and Adjustment Sections and re try with a new test cut If you are satisfied continue to remove material from the workpiece using the downhill cutting method shown earlier Remember trying to cut uphill will likely result in chipping and gouging Don t do it Continue removing stock until the work piece is complete See Figure 15 Figure 15 Shaping the copy spindle After completing the initial copy continue following these procedures until all the spindles are completed When all spindles are complete remove the Copy Attachment and replace it with the lathe s tool post Use appropriate lathe chisels to sharpen details and smooth the turned surfaces of each copy Sand smooth yY G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE Lubrication After each copying session wipe the lathe and Copy Attachment with a clean cloth to remove accumulated chips and sawdust 1 Apply a light spray lubricant to the longitu dinal and crossfeed gears 2 To prevent rust and corrosion apply an occasional coating of carnauba paste wax to the bed and other non painted surfaces 3 Above all else keep the entire Copy Attachment as well as the wood lathe clean and free of accumulated dirt and grime that could impede free movement of the carriage cutter stylus or other working parts A CAUTION Never allow visitors into your shop while ass
27. ng are some other important points to consider when using your Copy Attachment 14 reduce whip and vibration of relatively narrow copy spindles we recommend oper ating the longitudinal handwheel with your left hand and backing up the spinning work piece with your right DO NOT attempt to grip the workpiece too tightly while it is turn ing If the cut you are producing is too rough try increasing the rotation speed of your lathe not to exceed the maximum recommended speed for the size of material you are turn ing and take a lighter cut See your lathe s instruction manual for recommended speeds As with any other surfacing operation we recommend taking multiple passes rather than trying to remove too much wood all at once This is much safer and will also result in improved cutting results When making copies always move the sty lus so it follows the template or master pro file downhill Trying to move the stylus uphill along the template will cause the sty lus and cutter to dig into the template and workpiece See Figure 12 for recommended direction of cuts To avoid unnecessary waste of expensive premium materials we strongly recommend you turn a test piece before attempting dupli cation on your finish material Make adjust ments as required You can save time during duplication by removing the corners from all of the spindles you plan on creating before activating the Copy Attachment
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29. rting out to ensure consistent distance between the cutter and the turning square See Figure 7 3 If the cutter does not maintain a consistent distance from the turning square at both ends of the cutter s longitudinal movement or along it s length you may have to loosen the bed from its mounting brackets and very G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Figure 7 Using precision spacer very carefully adjust the bed until the cutter is equal distant from the turning square at both ends of its longitudinal movement 4 Continue to test the cutter against the turn ing square until it is evenly spaced in rela tion to the turning square along its entire length 5 Once adjustments are complete ensure that all mounting bolts are securely tight ened AWARNING Avoid wearing loose fitting clothing jewel ry or other personal items that could be caught in moving parts of the machinery while adjusting or operating this machine Serious personal injury could result if this warning is ignored NOTICE If the carriage is difficult or impossible to move along the bed see Gib Adjustment in next section 11 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS Cable Tension The movement of the carriage assembly along the body of the Copy Attachment is controlled by the movement of the Longitudinal Feed Handwheel This Handwheel is connected to the carriage via a cable This cable should be taut to ensure responsive movement of the carriage
30. tion 2 Introduction The specifications drawings and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G2891 as supplied when the manual was prepared However due to Grizzly s policy of continuous 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 add the new information to this manual and keep it for refer ence We have included some important safety mea sures that are essential to this machine s opera tion While most safety measures are generally universal Grizzly reminds you that each work shop is different and safety rules should be con sidered as they apply to your specific situation AWARNING Operating this equipment has the potential to propel debris into the air which can cause eye injury Always wear safety glass es or goggles when operating equipment Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses Be certain the safety glass es you wear meet the appropriate stan dards of the American National Standards Institute ANSI 18 We recommend you keep a copy of our current catalog for complete information regarding Grizzly s warranty and return policy If you need additional technical information relating to this machine or if you need general assistance or replacement parts please conta
31. tor ___ Shaper 19 ___ Horizontal Boring Machine ___ Spindle Sander ___Jointer ___ Table Saw ___Lathe ___Vacuum Veneer Press ___Mortiser ___Wide Sander Other 9 How many of your woodworking machines are Grizzly G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Which benchtop tools do you own Check all that apply ___1 x 42 Sander 6 8 Grinder ___5 8 Drill Press ____Mini Lathe 8 Table Saw 10 12 Thickness Planer ___8 10 Bandsaw Scroll Saw ____Disc Belt Sander ____Spindle Belt Sander Mini Jointer Other How many of the machines checked above are Grizzly Which portable hand held power tools do you own Check all that apply Belt Sander Orbital Sander Biscuit Joiner ___ Sander Circular Saw Portable Planer Detail Sander ____ Saber Saw Drill Driver Reciprocating Saw Miter Saw Router Other What machines supplies would you like Grizzly Industrial to carry _ 12 Table Saw Radial Arm Saw ____12 Jointer Panel Saw ____ Combination Planer Jointer ___ Brass Hardware ___ Paint amp Finishing Supplies ___Lumber ___Contractor s Supplies Other What new accessories would you like Grizzly Industrial to carry Builders Hardware Tools _ Fasteners ____ Wood Components Other What other companies do you purchase your tools and supplies from Do you think your purchase represents good value Yes No Would y
32. you will need to attach the handle to the carriage handwheel mount the longitudinal feed handwheel and cut ting tool and mount the main assembly to your lathe Master Spindle Support Crossfeed Handwheel Stylus Height Adjuster Stylus Quill Gap Adjuster Template Support 2 Spindle Support Adjuster The illustration below indicates the features and controls included with the Model G2891 Assembly adjustments operation and mainte nance procedures will all be more successful after you develop an understanding of the copy attachment s construction and functions A CAUTION Some metal parts may have sharp edges called flashing on them after they are formed Please examine the edges of all parts before handling them Failure to do so could result in skin laceration Copy Carriage Bed Carriage Travel Cable Cutting Tool Carriage Cutting Tool Arbor Mounting Brackets 2 Carriage Stop Longitudinal Handwheel G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Mounting The Model G2891 mounts easily on Grizzly Lathe Models G1067Z and G1495 It will also mount on most other lathes having a bed size of at least 40 Two mounting brackets attach the bed of the Model G2891 securely to the bed of the lathe The mounting process is as follows 1 Mount the two bed brackets perpendicular to the lathe bed with the large cap screws and the square threaded mounting plates provided The heads of the cap screws should be on
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