Grizzly G1021Z Planer User Manual
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1. Figure 42 Lead Screw inside of column Y G1021Z 15 Planer 35 SECTION 8 CLOSURE The following pages contain parts diagrams parts lists general machine data and warranty return information for your Model G1021Z Planer If you need parts or help in assembling your machine or if you need operational information we encourage you to call the Grizzly Industrial Service Department Our trained service techni cians 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 the Introduction The specifications drawings and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G1021Z 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 Always wear ANSl approved safety glasses or goggles and hearing protection2. EN twisting and for foreign objects nails staples imbedded gravel etc If you have any ques tion about the quality of your lumber do not use it A on a con Table Locks crete floor can have small pieces of stone or concrete pressed into the wood Before attempting to adjust table height loosen 2 Use the full width of the planer Alternate the two black knobs on the left side of the table between the left the right and the middle After table height is adjusted and the table height when feeding lumber into the planer Your is set tighten the two black knobs back down knives will remain sharp much longer again See Figure 35 3 Scrape all glue off of joined boards before planing 4 Plane ONLY natural wood fiber No wood com posites laminates particle board plywoods or plastics should be run through the planer 5 Surface wood with the grain NEVER feed end cut or end grained lumber into your planer 6 Do not use boards with knots splits cross grain or other obvious blemishes or defects They can damage the machine and pose the possibility of operator injury E i Figure 35 Table lock knob 7 Keep your work area clear y 8 When making multiple passes through the G1021Z 15 Planer 29 Power Feed The power feed features two feed rates 16 FPM and 20 FPM When running the machine the operator can control the feed speed by moving the feed control knob Moving the knob toward t
3. 1 0 Washers M6 Roller Extension Mounting Hardware B Hex Bolts M8 1 25 x 20 Flat Washers 8mm Setscrews 1 25 x 12 Depth Handwheel Hardware Handle Hex Nut M10 1 25 Flat Washer 10mm Scale Hi Lo Key Knife Setting Jig Knife Setting Jig Rod Knife Setting Jig Brackets E clips Tool Kit Allen Wrench 3mm Allen Wrench 4mm Allen Wrench 5mm Allen Wrench 6mm Open End Wrench 8 10mm Open End Wrench 12 14mm GO GO 02 Di 9 sch sch sch OH CH 1 1 1 1 1 1 In the event that any parts are missing we will be happy to replace them Contact our Customer Service number for assistance If any non propri etary parts such as nuts bolts or washers are missing we will be happy to replace these too but for the sake of expediency these items can be obtained at your local hardware store E Clean Up The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy oil to protect them from corrosion during ship ment Remove this protective coating with a sol vent cleaner or citrus based degreaser Avoid chlorine based solvents as they may damage painted surfaces should they come in contact Always follow the usage instructions on the prod uct you choose for clean up AWARNING Follow the safety rules listed below when working with solvents Read and follow all directions and warnings on the solvent label Work only in a well ventilated area Do not work near any type of ope
4. Brizz Industrial mc 15 PLANER MODEL G1021Z INSTRUCTION MANUAL COPYRIGHT 2000 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 JANUARY 2000 PRINTED IN U S A Table Of Contents SAFETY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLG ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 220V OPERATION FUSING GROUNDING EES EE EXTENSION hee INTRODUCTION COMMENTARY EE UNPACKING EE PARTS INVENTORY EE GLEAN KEE SITE CONSIDERATIONS AAA ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW E HANDWHEE EE SPEED CHANGE KNOB EXTENSION ROLLERS DUST POP RE KNIFE SETTING JIG EES ADJUSTMENTS OVERVIEW GAUGE Baler TABLE ADIUSTMENT a KNIFE INSPECTION AAA KNIFE SHARPENING KINN EE CHIP BREAKER EE FEED ROLLER PRESSURE BED ROLLERS ariaa ptet niana Ee CHIP DEFLECTOR E OC RRE Ee EIS EE Be Tee 510212 15 Planer Table Of Contents 6 OPERATIONS OVERVIEW e EE 29 TABLE ele 29 FEED ee enee EE 30 E RTR 30 DEPTH LIMITER WEE 30 TEST RE 31 WOOD SPECIES EE 31 WOOD ee eent EN e 32 7 MAINTENANCE ES TE 33 TABLE ebessen Eege EENS EENS EEN 33 KNIVES EE cil 33 UE e LOIN EE 34 35 8 ei Ber E 3
5. DO NOT operate the machine G1021Z 15 Planer Unpacking The planer is shipped from the factory in a care fully packed crate If you find the machine to be damaged after you ve signed for delivery and the truck and driver are already gone you will need to file a freight claim with the carrier Save the con tainers and all packing materials for inspection by the carrier or their agent Without the packing materials filing a freight claim can be difficult If you need advice regarding this situation please call us immediately AWARNING The G1021Z is a heavy machine with a 540 lb shipping weight DO NOT over exert yourself while unpacking or moving your machine get assistance In the event that your planer must be moved up or down a flight of stairs be sure that the stairs are capable of supporting the combined weight of people and the machine Failure to use care while assembling or moving could result in serious personal injury 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 G1021Z 15 Planer Parts Inventory After all the parts have been removed from the container you should have Planer Unit on Stand Dust Port Roller Extensions 2 Dust Port Mounting Hardware Cap Screw M6 1 0 x 12 Lock Washer M6 Hex Bolts M6 1 0 x 12 Hex Nuts M6
6. remove the jack screws leave the two springs under each knife and replace the knife Loosen the gib bolts until the knife is loose in the slot The gib bolts turn clockwise to loosen and counterclockwise to tighten when facing the head of the bolt Carefully remove the knife Back the jack screws out completely from the threaded hole and remove If the springs have become dis lodged in the removal process be sure to place 1 spring in each of the two holes in bottom of the knife slot The springs do not go into the threaded hole where the jack screws were installed See Figure 14 When using jack screws it is not necessary to install the springs However it will not affect the adjustment if both the springs and jack screws are in place together G1021Z 15 Planer The knives of your planer must be periodically adjusted and will ultimately need to be removed for sharpening Adjustments should be as precise as possible with tolerances within 002 003 to prolong the sharpness of the knife edges Improperly adjusted knives can cause an imbal ance condition in the cutterhead and shorten bearing life as well as produce substandard planing results TO INSPECT THE KNIVES 1 UNPLUG THE PLANER 2 Remove the dust port and upper cover and cutterhead guard to expose the top of the cutterhead See Figure 15 Figure 1 5 Cover Removed Jig on cutterhead 17 3 Remove the belt guard Carefully turn the cutterhead us
7. AWARNING Additional Safety Instructions For Planers Ensure that the machine sits firmly on the floor before use Any wobbles must be corrected by shimming or blocking before operation This machine is not designed to process any other material except wood Never position fingers or thumbs near the infeed roller Long stock should always be fully support ed by some type of support fixture Do not operate planer with dull or damaged knives Ensure that the planer is properly adjusted before using AWARNING Like all power tools there is danger associ ated with the Model G1021Z 15 Planer Use the tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of mechanical damage or operator injury If normal safety precau tions are overlooked or ignored Serious personal injury may occur AWARNING Operation of this equipment has the poten tial 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 Do not remove excessive amounts of wood in a single pass Inspect your stock before planing Reject stock with defects and foreign material Do not attempt to remove jams until power is disconnected and all moving parts
8. 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 2406 Reach Road Williamsport PA 17701 Phone 570 326 3806 Fax 800 438 5901 E Mail techsupport grizzlyindustrial com Web Site http www grizzly com The specifications drawings and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G1021Z 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 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 G1021Z will be time well spent DO NOT oper ate this machine until you are completely famil iar with the contents of this manual Make sure you read and understand all of the safety pro cedures If you do not understand something
9. PULLEYS Place a metal ruler or other straightedge across the pulleys to check alignment The pulleys are aligned if the ruler crosses them evenly See Figure 31 If the pulleys are out of alignment 1 Loosen the bolts that hold the motor to the motor mount bracket 2 Adjust the position of the motor until the pulleys are in line 3 Re tighten all bolts Figure 31 Checking pulley alignment G1021Z 15 Planer TO CHECK BELT TENSION Squeeze the V Belts at their midpoints with mod erate finger pressure You should be able to deflect each V Belt about 3 4 Belts will rarely be too tight but will sometimes be too loose To adjust belt tension 1 Remove the belt guard using the two threaded knobs Remove the panel at the back of the machine stand to gain access to the motor assembly 2 The motor pivots on a platform which is suspended at one end by a threaded adjustment bolt Adjust the two locknuts up or down the shaft until the desired belt deflection is achieved See Figure 32 3 Tighten the bolts against the pivot plate to lock the motor adjustment into place 4 Check belt tension again Repeat steps 2 3 as necessary ove these nuts to adjust belt tension A Figure 32 Adjusting belt tension AWARNING DO NOT make adjustments while the planer is running Ensure that the switch is off power is disconnected and moving parts have stopped before making adjustments Failure t
10. fuse A circuit rated any higher will not adequately protect the motor Equipment returned to us for service that shows evidence of being over fused will be repaired or replaced totally at the customer s expense regardless of the present warranty status G1021Z 15 Planer Grounding In the event of an electrical short grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance to disperse electric cur rent This tool is equipped with a power cord hav ing an equipment grounding conductor The out let must be properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances AWARNING This equipment must be grounded Please ensure that this machine is continuously grounded from the motor to the machine frame and then to a known ground Verify that any existing electrical outlet and circuit you intend to plug into is actually grounded If it is not it will be necessary to run a separate 12 A W G copper grounding wire from the outlet to a known ground Under no circumstances should the grounding pin from any three pronged plug be removed Serious personal injury may occur Extension Cords We do not recommend the use of extension cords on 220V equipment It is much better to arrange the placement of your equipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for exten sion cords Should it be necessary to use an extension make sure the cord is rated Hard Service grade S or b
11. just enough to hold that position Now adjust the three setscrews until the roller which is furthest out is even with the straightedge It may require various combinations of loos ening and or tightening the setscrews and bolts to level the extension rollers with the table Figure 4 Installing speed change knob 5 Repeat steps 3 4 for the other extension roller assembly Extension Rollers The infeed and outfeed extension rollers support the work as it goes through the machine TO MOUNT THE EXTENSION ROLLERS 1 Thread three 3 8mm setscrews into the mounting bracket of the extension rollers The setscrew holes are located just below the mounting holes Just start them into the holes for now Figure 6 Checking extension roller height 2 Use three 3 hex bolts and washers to mount the extension rollers See Figure 5 Ch Make sure the roller assembly is oriented as shown in Figure 6 3 Position a straightedge on the table bed so it lays on the table and suspends over the extension rollers See Figure 6 12 G1021Z 15 Planer Dust Port The G1021Z Planer features a 4 dust port for use with a dust collection system If you will not be using a dust collection system with this plan er do not attach this dust port TO ATTACH THE DUST PORT 1 Fit the dust port over the planer upper cover Line up the mounting holes Three holes go through the upper cover and three holes on the flange lin
12. when operating equipment particularly when testing new tools or machinery Do not allow visitors into your workshop when testing or operating equipment Serious injury may occur 36 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 contact the Service Department listed in Section 3 GENERAL INFORMATION 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 FF AWARNING The Model G1021Z was specifically designed for wood cutting operations DO NOT MODIFY AND OR USE THIS PLANER FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE Modifications or improper use of this tool will void the warranty If you are confused about any aspect of this machine DO NOT use it until you have answered all your questions Serious injury may occur AWARNING Like all power tools there is danger associ ated with the Model G1021Z 15 Planer Use the tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of mechanical damage or operator injury If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored Serious injury may occur G1021Z 15 Planer TROUBLESHOOTING This section covers the most common processin
13. 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 37 ADJUSTMENT BLOCK 2 38 510214 15 Planer 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 substitute for prop er accident prevention 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 avoid ed COULD result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoid ed 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 5 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 benc
14. SSES 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 Its safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool G1021Z 15 Planer 13 14 DON T OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance 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 REDUCE 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
15. ar 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 Washington County of Whatcom We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special 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 carton We will not accept any item back without this number Proof of purchase must accompany the merchandise 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 product
16. d manu ally to be sure the knife is at bottom dead center 4 Lock the table by tightening the table lock knobs 5 Remove the feeler gauge and slide the gauge block under the chip breaker See Figure 21 The chip breaker should just touch the top of the gauge block Slide the gauge block to the opposite end of the chip breaker and check it in the same manner AWARNING DO NOT make adjustments while the planer is running Ensure that the switch is off power is disconnected and moving parts have stopped before making adjustments Failure to ensure that power is disconnect ed could result in serious injury or electri cal shock hazard G1021Z 15 Planer E Chipbreaker f Infeed Roller af 7 Z Figure 21 Location of chip breaker assembly 6 If an adjustment is necessary loosen the locknuts and turn the setscrews See Figure 22 Stop turning when the bottom of the chip breaker just touches the gauge block 7 Re tighten both locknuts 8 Replace the exhaust hood Figure 22 Chip breaker height adjustment Eh Y 24 Feed Roller Height The infeed and outfeed rollers propel the lumber through the planer The rollers also press the lum ber flat against the planer table Set the infeed and outfeed rollers 0 040 below the knife edge at bottom dead center TO CHECK ROLLER HEIGHT 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source 2 Lower the table so the gauge block will fit u
17. e added by the setscrew need not be as high Pressure Setscrew Pressure Spring Roller Check Nut Height Setscrew Figure 26 Roller pressure assembly 8 23 Bed Rollers The bed rollers ease stock movement through the planer The height of the bed rollers will vary depending on the types of wood you will be plan ing When planing rough stock set the rollers slightly high to keep the lumber from dragging along the bed However snipe may be unavoid able Smooth lumber should be planed with the rollers set just above the plane of the table This will minimize snipe TO ADJUST THE BED ROLLERS 1 Ensure that power is disconnected and lay a high quality straightedge across both table rollers Use a try square to keep the straightedge perpendicular to the table 2 Use a feeler gauge to measure the clear ance between the bottom of the straight edge and the table Ideal clearance is between 0 002 and 0 005 Measure in several places This measurement must be consistent across the entire table See Figure 27 Figure 27 Inspecting bed roller height 24 3 Loosen setscrews on both sides of each bed roller See Figure 28 JESS Hi SS e Ks SR Setscrews O 2 4 Figure 28 Adjusting bed roller height 4 Use a wrench to turn the eccentric shafts which adjust roller height Stop turning when the table rollers are at the proper height 5 Once your roller heights a
18. e the upper cover to expose the cut terhead 3 Loosen the gib bolts until the knife is loose in the slot The gib bolts turn clockwise to loosen and counterclockwise to tighten when facing the head of the bolt See Figure 17 Loosen Knife gt N Gib Bolt R Figure 17 Side view with jack screws 4 Place the knife setting jig over the knife on the cutterhead as shown in Figure 18 The feet should be securely planted on the cut terhead Make sure the gauge extension rod is parallel to the cutterhead to maintain accuracy G1021Z 15 Planer Figure 18 Tightening knives in cut 5 Adjust the screws below each end of the knife until both feet of the gauge rest even ly on the cutterhead and the knife is just touching the bottom of the middle foot of the gauge The gauge will set the knives at a uniform protrusion of approximately 070 above the cutterhead The knife height should vary no more than 002 003 across the length of the cutterhead 6 Maintain a constant pressure on the gauge while re tightening the gib bolts 7 Repeat the same procedure on the remain ing knives As mentioned before the stan dard knife setting gauge is satisfactory for reasonably accurate knife setting tasks A CAUTION When making adjustments all three knives must be adjusted the same Do not adjust one knife without adjusting the others as well Improper knife height adjustment can result in damage to knives
19. e up with three threaded holes on the back of the planer head 2 Use three 3 M6 1 0 x 12mm hex bolts and nuts and lock washers to secure the dust port to the planer upper cover See Figure 7 It will be necessary to reach inside the port opening with a wrench to hold the nut to tighten the hex bolts 3 Use three M6 1 0 x 12mm cap screws and flat washers to secure the dust port to the planer body Figure 7 Dust port assembly Y G1021Z 15 Planer Knife Setting Jig The knife setting jig has been provided to make knife setting quick and easy See Figure 8 TO ASSEMBLE THE KNIFE SETTING JIG 1 Snap one of the E clips over the notch on one end of the knife setting rod 2 Slide the cast aluminum knife setting jig brackets onto the rod 3 Snap the other E clip onto the notch at the other end of the knife setting jig rod Jig Rod E clip Jig Bracket Figure 8 Knife setting jig components A CAUTION Planer knives are dangerously sharp Use extreme caution when working near cutting surfaces Failure to exercise care while working near knives could result in severe personal injury 13 SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS Overview Once assembly has been completed your G1021Z 15 Planer requires just a few adjust ments to ready it for use in your shop Many adjustments have already been made at the factory yet we recommend you familiarize yourself with all of the following procedures t
20. emain ing knives As mentioned before the stan dard knife setting gauge is satisfactory for reasonably accurate knife setting tasks A CAUTION When making adjustments all three knives must be adjusted the same Do not adjust one knife without adjusting the others as well Improper knife height adjustment can result in damage to knives poor planer per formance and possible operator injury AWARNING Planer knives are dangerously sharp Use extreme caution when inspecting remov ing sharpening or replacing knives into the cutterhead Substantial risk of injury G1021Z 15 20 Chip Breaker The chip breaker is located on the top side of the planer and extends down around the front of the cutterhead Its function is to prevent tear out or deep unregulated gouging as the knives remove material The chip breaker works by breaking the woodchips as they are being cut by the cutter head The chip breaker also deflects and expels the woodchips away from the surface of the board and out of the planer TO ADJUST THE CHIPBREAKER 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source remove the dust hood and lower the table 2 Ensure that the knives are properly adjust ed 3 Place the gauge block on the table directly under the cutterhead Using a one millime ter 0 040 feeler gauge between the gauge block and the cutterhead raise the table until one of the knives just touches the feeler gauge Rotate the cutterhea
21. ep 5 If the gap difference from one side to the other is greater than 0 016 the table raising chain under the planer base will need to be adjusted Please call our Customer Service number for chain adjustment instructions To adjust for gap differences of less than 0 016 5 Determine which side of the table must be raised to correct the gap 6 Locate the two cap screws in the table cast ing for each of the columns See Figure 12 Loosen both sets of cap screws for each column on the side you wish to adjust 7 Push down or pull up the table in the desired direction Hold the table in position and retighten the cap screws AWARNING Planer knives are dangerously sharp Use 8 Recheck the table to cutterhead parallelism again Repeat steps 1 through 7 until the deviation is less than 0 004 extreme caution when inspecting removing sharpening or replacing knives into the cut terhead Substantial risk of injury yg 16 G1021Z 15 Planer Knife Inspection The knives are set at the factory using jack screws before shipping Springs are also included with your machine installed beneath the knives These may be used instead of the jack screws depending on your preference Refer to Figure 13 for placement of the jack screws or springs Jack Screw Figure 13 Typical placement of jack screws or springs If you decide you prefer to use the spring adjust ment method you need to remove each knife
22. ers to determine its exact i Screw thickness 2 Move the table to under the thickness of your lumber and feed your test board through the planer Figure 34 Thickness scale 3 Turn the handwheel one half rotation and run the board through once more Turn the board over and repeat N OT E S 28 G1021Z 15 Planer SECTION 6 Operations planer on long stock use the stock return AWARNING rollers on the top of the machine to move the The Model G1021Z 15 Planer is a powerful material back to the infeed side of the woodworking machine designed and con machine structed for professional quality applica tions Because of its powerful motor and 9 Avoid planing wood with a high water content Wood with more than 20 moisture content or wood exposed to rain or snow will plane poor ly and cause excessive wear to the knives and motor Excess moisture can also hasten rust and corrosion razor sharp knives the Model G1021Z is inherently dangerous and should be oper ated with considerable caution and respect Failure to do so could result in damage to the machine or severe injury to the opera tor or others in the work area 10 Read as much as possible about planing pro cedures Alternative publications present more wood specific planing requirements They will Overview often share tips on safety and more efficient ways to operate your planer 1 Inspect lumber for defects warping cupping
23. etter Refer to the chart in Section 1 Safety Instructions to determine the minimum gauge for the extension cord The extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin Always repair or replace extension cords when they become worn or damaged 9 SECTION 3 GENERAL INFORMATION Commentary We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G1021Z 15 Planer The Model G1021Z is part of a grow ing Grizzly family of fine woodworking 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 satisfaction The Model G1021Z is intended for home and pro fessional use The G1021Z features a 3 HP 220V single phase motor with an easy Off magnetic power switch jack screw and or spring loaded knife setting triple belt drive large side mounted handwheel and a solid one piece cabinet stand A number of optional accessories for the Model G1021Z are available through the Grizzly catalog They include a heavy duty mobile base roller stands replacement knives and Planer Pal plan er jigs which are invaluable when setting up or adjusting your planer s cutting knives We are also pleased to provide this manual with the Model G1021Z 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
24. g problems encountered in planing and what to do about them Do not make any adjustments until planer is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop See the section on Wood Characteristics for additional troubleshooting information POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Motor will not start Motor will not start fuses or circuit breakers blow Motor overheats Motor stalls resulting in blown fuses or tripped cir cuit Loud repetitious noise com ing from machine Machine is loud when cut ting Overheats or bogs 2 down in the cut Low voltage Open circuit in motor or loose connections Short circuit in line cord or plug Short circuit in motor or loose connections Incorrect fuses or circuit break ers in power line Motor overloaded Air circulation through the motor restricted Short circuit in motor or loose connections Low voltage Incorrect fuses or circuit break ers in power line Motor overloaded Machine slows when oper 1 Feed rate too high 1 ating 2 Depth of cut too great 2 Pulley setscrews or keys 1 missing or loose Motor fan is hitting the cover V belt is defective Excessive depth of cut Knives are dull Check power line for proper voltage Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open connec tions Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation and shorted wires Inspect all connections on motor for loose or shorted terminals or worn
25. h the more difficult it will be to plane A brief listing of common hard and soft woods in relation to their shear strengths and planing diffi culty is listed below Type Shear PSI Black Locust 2 480 Sugar Maple 2 330 Pecan Hickory 2 080 White Oak 2 000 White Ash 1 950 Black Cherry 1 700 American Elm 1 510 Black Walnut 1 370 Red Alder 1 080 Basswood 980 Cottonwood 930 Increasing Difficulty Figure 38 Common hardwood shear strengths Type Shear PSI Western Larch 1 410 Tamarack 1 280 Douglas Fir 1 160 Alaska Cedar 1 130 Sitka Spruce 1 150 Sugar Pine 1 050 Cypress 1 000 Redwood OG 940 Red Cedar 860 White Pine 850 Balsam Fir 710 gt D ED 5 Figure 39 Common softwood shear strengths Y 31 Wood Characteristics The species of wood as well as condition will affect planing ability The harder the wood the more difficult it will be to plane We ve included below a list of wood characteristics you may encounter when planing The following descrip tions of defects will give you some possible answers to problems you may encounter while planing different materials Possible solutions fol low the descriptions Chipped Grain usually a result of cutting against the grain or planing wood with knots or excessive amount of cross grain Chipped grain can also be caused by dull knives or misaligned chipbreaker Often chipped grain can be avoided by slow
26. haust blockage or too much room between the cutterhead and chip deflector Using a dust collection system in combination with the planer can help reduce chip marks Inspect the chip deflector and readjust as described earlier in the text 8 G1021Z 15 Planer SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE General Make a habit of inspecting your planer each time you use it Check for the following conditions and repair or replace when necessary 1 Loose mounting bolts 2 Worn switch 3 Worn or damaged cords and plugs 4 Damaged V belts 5 Any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this machine FH E Table The table and other non painted surfaces on the Model G1021Z should be protected against rust and pitting Wiping the table clean after every use ensures that moisture from wood dust isn t allowed to trap moisture against bare metal sur faces Some woodworkers recommend using automo tive paste wax on exposed steel and cast iron sur faces The wax provides a layer of protection as well as reducing friction between lumber and the table making cuts faster and smoother Avoid waxes that contain silicone or other synthetic ingredients These materials can find their way into lumber that s being worked and can make staining and finishing difficult If you use paste wax make sure that it s 100 Carnauba wax Y G1021Z 15 Planer Knives The inspection and setting of t
27. have come to a complete stop Provide adequate infeed and outfeed space for operating the planer Do plane wood less than 12 long and va thick Do not plane lumber with loose knots knots that may become loose during planing A CAUTION No list of safety guidelines can be com plete Every shop environment is different Always consider safety first as it applies to your individual working conditions Use this and other machinery with caution and respect Failure to do so could result in seri ous personal injury damage to equipment or poor work results G1021Z 15 Planer SECTION 2 CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 220V Operation The G1021Z Planer motor is wired to operate at 220V only A cordset without a 220V plug is included with the Model G1021Z Plugs and receptacles can be purchased at your local hard ware store or home center Contact your local electrical contractor if uncertain about connecting to a 220V circuit When operating at 220V we recommend using a NEMA style 6 15 plug and outlet as depicted in Figure 1 You may also hard wire the planer directly to your panel provided you place a dis connect switch near the machine Check the elec trical codes in your area for specifics on wiring requirements 220V 240V 15A NEMA L6 15 Figure 1 NEMA 6 15 220V 15A connector Fusing Under normal load the Model G1021Z draws about 12 amps We recommend a 15 amp circuit or a 20 amp slow blow
28. he machine produces the 20 FPM feed speed away from the machine produces 16 FPM and a center position places the gear box in neutral See Figure 36 NOTICE The feed rate should be set while the plan er is running but before feeding lumber into it DO NOT attempt to change speeds after the cutting operation has begun Figure 36 Feed speed adjustment knob NOTICE If you take a cut that is too large the planer will bog down noticeably The motor may even stall If this happens turn off the power immediately lower the table and remove your workpiece Re adjust your table to allow a lesser cut and repeat your operation Handwheel Crank the handwheel to raise or lower the table according to the desired workpiece thickness Make sure the height scale is properly adjusted FH Depth Limiter The Model G1021Z is equipped with a depth lim iter located on the bottom of the cutterhead cast ing just under the nameplate See Figure 37 The depth limiter controls maximum depth of cut to 1 8 With the limiting clip installed you cannot cut more than t s in a single pass While cutting this much material is possible it is not recommended Take it slow and easy The quality of your work will be better and your planer will last longer NOTICE To avoid mechanical damage to the planer do not remove the depth limiter G1021Z 15 PLANER MADE IN TAIWAN Depth Limiter Figu
29. he planer knives is covered extensively in Section 5 Adjustments 193 Lubrication The Model G1021Z features factory sealed bear ings A sealed bearing requires no lubrication during its lifetime Should a bearing fail your planer will probably develop a noticeable rumble which will increase when the machine is put under load If allowed to get worse overheating of the journal containing the bad bearing could occur If the bad bearing is not replaced it will eventually seize possibly doing damage to other parts of the machine Bearings are standard sizes and can be replaced through Grizzly Proper lubrication of other components of the Model G1021Z are essential for long life and trou ble free operation Below is a list of components that require periodic lubrication Schedules are based on daily use Adjust accordingly for your level of use Columns Lead Screws The four columns should be lubricated weekly with light oil Unfasten dust covers to gain access The four lead screws should be lubricated with general purpose grease once month Worm Gear The worn gear should be inspected monthly and lubricated when needed Remove the worm gear box to inspect See parts diagram for location Chain The table height adjustment chain should be inspected monthly and lubricated when need ed A good quality bicycle chain lubricant works well for periodic lubrication Gear Box Gear box oil should be drained after the f
30. hes invite accidents DON T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON MENT Don t use power tools in damp or wet locations or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist Keep work area well lighted 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 or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed G1021Z 15 Planer 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 extension cords if they become damaged Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords LENGTH AMP RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft 06 18 16 16 14 WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do 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 GLA
31. ing down the feed rate and by taking shal low cuts If those options do not work inspect your lumber and determine if its grain pattern is causing the problem If the wood does not show substantial crossgrain inspect your knives for sharpness and inspect the chipbreaker for proper alignment See the Adjustment Section Fuzzy Grain Usually caused by surfacing lum ber with too high a moisture content Sometimes fuzzy grain is a characteristic of some woods such as basswood Fuzzy grain can also be caused by dull knives or an incorrect grinding bevel Check with a moisture meter If moisture is greater than 20 sticker the wood and allow to dry Otherwise inspect knife condition Glossy Surface Usually caused by dull knives taking shallow cuts at a slow feed speed Surface gloss will usually be accompanied by overheat ing Often lumber will be scorched and eventual ly damage to knives will occur If knives are sharp inspection increase feed speed and or cutting depth Snipe Occurs when board ends have more material removed than the rest of the board Usually caused when one or both of the bed rollers are set too high Can also be caused by the chipbreaker or pressure bar being set too high However small amount of snipe is inevitable 32 Snipe can be minimized by proper adjustment of the planers components but complete removal of snipe is extremely unlikely More likely you will be able to reduce it to a tole
32. ing the pulley until the first knife is top dead center 4 Using the knife setting gauge check the knife height The jig should sit solidly with both feet on the cutterhead See Figure 16 If the knife is adjusted properly the contact point at the center of each adjuster should just touch the tip of the knife If the knife does not make contact or if the knife caus es the adjuster s legs to not seat on the cut terhead the knives need to be adjusted It may be helpful to mark the side of the knife with an ink marker to indicate whether it is high or low This will make the actual adjust ment process easier Figure 16 Proper knife setting jig placement Once you have completed inspection on all three knives you will able to determine whether or not there is a need to adjust the knives in the cutter head Proceed to the appropriate section follow ing depending upon whether you are using the jack screws or the springs Y Knife Sharpening Knife sharpness is one of the most important fac tors in getting good results with the planer Knives can be made to last a long time if care is taken in checking the condition of the wood which is put into the machine The biggest problem will come from wood with nails or other metal embedded This will nick or chip the knives and can require a complete regrinding Another wear factor is sand grit or other dirt on the surface of the wood which the knives have to cut th
33. insulation Install correct fuses or circuit breakers Reduce load on motor Clean out motor to provide normal air circulation Inspect connections on motor for loose or shorted terminals or worn insulation Correct the low voltage conditions Install correct fuses or circuit breakers Reduce load on motor Feed workpiece slower Reduce depth of cut Inspect keys and setscrews Replace or tighten if necessary Tighten fan or shim cover Replace V belt See Maintenance Decrease depth of cut Sharpen knives Infeed roller marks are left Depth of cut too shallow Increase depth of cut on the workpiece Outfeed roller marks are left Too much spring tension on feed Refer to Feed Roller Pressure section for adjustment on right side of workpiece roller Cannot control snipe Long or heavy board sags as it Lift up on unsupported end of board as it enters and exits cutter enters and exits head Chip buildup on outfeed Chips working their way back Lay duct tape over the mounting bolts along the outside edge to roller under the chip deflector seal any possible gaps Machine howls on startup Chip deflector too close to the Move chip deflector back 1 to 1 4 from the cutterhead cutterhead Table moves down while Knives dull Replace knives cutting G1021Z 15 Planer 37 G1021Z 15 Planer WARRANTY AND RETURNS Grizzly Industrial Inc warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 ye
34. irst 20 hours of operation See Figure 40 Replace with 80W 90 gear oil Inspect levels peri odically and change yearly Replace gear oil more frequently under heavy use Fill until oil reaches the top of the filler plug port for correct oil level 34 Figure 40 Gearbox fill and drain points Drive Chain The drive chain should be inspect ed and lubricated monthly Check sprocket chain and cotter pin during inspection Use a general purpose grease Some chains will have master links instead of cotter pins Feed Rollers The infeed outfeed pressure setscrews double as lubrication ports for the rollers See Figure 41 Add 1 2 drops of light machine oil to all ports before each use Daily lubrication of feed rollers is crucial to the opera tion of your planer Lubricate before start up Apply a light oil making sure that the lubricant penetrates the bearing Figure 41 Feed roller lubrication points G1021Z 15 Planer Clean and lubricate the chain sprockets as need ed The gearbox oil should be checked before the Notes first use It is full when oil begins dribbling out of the fill hole Oil should be replaced yearly Use 80W 90 gear oil in normal situations Use 50W motor oil for unheated winter shops See Adjustment Section The lead screws and columns should be wiped of any grease and dust build up once a week They should be relubricated with light machine oil See Figure 42 E TS Lead Screw
35. les A CAUTION This planer is heavy and awkward to move We recommend that you use the proper equipment to put the planer into position in your shop or on a mobile base Lifting with out proper equipment or ample assistance could result in serious injury e Y G1021Z 15 Planer Handwheel The handwheel is used to raise and lower the planer table TO MOUNT THE HANDWHEEL 1 The handwheel shaft is at the front right corner of the planer Insert the key into the keyway on the shaft then line up the notch on the handwheel bore with the key Slide the handwheel onto the shaft 2 Slide the direction scale over the keyed shaft so it sits on the center face of the handwheel See Figure 3 3 Secure the handwheel with the 10mm 1 25 hex nut and washer provided 4 Attach the handle to the outer edge of the handwheel The handle threads into the hole on the handwheel Figure 3 Handwheel attachment 11 Speed Change Knob Thread the black plastic knob onto the speed change shaft located on the right hand side of the machine See Figure 4 Note that speed changes should only be done with the motor running See the Operations section gt 4 Mounting Bolt GEE fit WP Figure 5 Extension roller attachment points 4 Move the edge of the mounting bracket which is closest to the table bed up or down until the first roller is even with the straight edge Tighten the mounting bolts
36. n flame e g pilot lights kerosene heaters and so on DO NOT smoke while working with flammable material Paper towels from the cleaning process are extremely combustible Dispose of waste towels so they do not create a fire hazard A CAUTION Many of the solvents commonly used to clean machinery can be highly flammable and toxic when inhaled or ingested Always work in well ventilated areas far from poten tial ignition sources when dealing with sol vents Use care when disposing of waste rags and towels to be sure they do not cre ate fire or environmental hazards Keep children and animals safely away when cleaning and assembling this machine 10 Site Considerations FLOOR LOAD Your G1021Z Planer represents a large weight load in a small footprint Most commercial floors are suitable for the Model G1021Z Some resi dential floors may require additional support to accommodate both machine and operator 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 Consider existing and anticipated machine needs size of material to be processed through each machine and space for auxiliary stands and or work tables Also consider the rel ative position of each machine to one another for efficient material handling Be sure to allow your self sufficient room to safely run your machines in any f
37. nder one side of the infeed roller 3 Raise the table until the gauge block barely touches the infeed roller See Figure 23 Do not change position of the table 4 Slide the gauge block over so it is under the edge of one of the knives Turn the cutter head until one of the knives is at bottom dead center over the gauge block 5 Measure the clearance between the top of the gauge block and the edge of the knife with a feeler gauge Note the measurement indicated on the feeler gauge j B 5 E SUE Infeed Roller MM Anti Kickback 4 CET Fingers Figure 23 Feed roller height inspection 22 6 Repeat steps 1 5 for the opposite side of the roller Repeat all steps for the outfeed roller Feeler gauge measurement should equal 0 040 TO ADJUST ROLLER HEIGHT 1 Remove the drive chain cover to access the roller adjustments on the drive chain side of the planer A single socket head cap screw holds the drive chain cover on Belt side adjustments are already accessible 2 Loosen the roller adjustment check nuts and turn the roller height setscrews to change the height of the roller as needed See Figure 24 3 Check roller height according to the above instructions Continue turning the setscrew until the roller is properly adjusted 4 When the roller is set in the correct posi tion re tighten the check nuts you loosened in Step 2 above 5 Check your setti
38. ngs one last time and repeat steps 1 4 if necessary SS Figure 24 Feed roller height adjustment Y G1021Z 15 Planer Feed Roller Pressure To be effective the infeed and outfeed rollers must put pressure on the workpiece as it feeds through the planer Too little pressure results in slipping boards too much pressure results in jamming Experiment with the best pressure settings for your work situations Some rough cut lumber will feed through fine with relatively few problems while other lumber will have more difficulty Adjusting roller pressure does not affect height TO ADJUST ROLLER PRESSURE 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source 2 Ensure that knives and feed rollers are set correctly 3 Unscrew the four large pressure setscrews on top of the planer body See Figure 25 Light Pressure Setscrew Regular Pressure Setscrews Figure 25 Roller pressure adjustment G1021Z 15 Planer Remove the springs that are in the holes left by the setscrews See Figure 26 Check for any dirt or grit Clean the springs and setscrews if dirty Screw the three regular pressure setscrews back in until they are flush with the top of the head casting Screw the light pressure setscrew until it is approximately 1 4 above the head casting The feed chain applies additional tension to the right side of the outfeed roller so the pressur
39. o gain a better understanding of the con struction and operation General control and adjustment locations are shown in Figure 9 A The switch is thermally protected and mag netically controlled and features push but tons to turn the planer on and off The handwheel raises and lowers the table and controls the depth of cut Turning the handwheel clockwise raises the table and counter clockwise lowers the table The bed rollers ease stock movement through the planer and are adjustable The three position feed rate change knob shifts planer feed speed from neutral to 16 and 20 feet per minute The table lock knob secures the table in a fixed position Extra large ball bearing return rollers Removable belt guard 14 Figure 9 Overview of planer adjustment controls G1021Z 15 Planer Gauge Block Before attempting any table adjustments you will need to construct a gauge block See Figure 10 A larger gauge block diagram is also included at the end of the manual for your convenience Precision adjustments later on require accuracy when milling the gauge block Do not use com mon 2x4 material Use maple or similar type of hardwood Using a magnetic dial indicator is a good alterna tive to constructing a gauge block Use the dial indicator whenever the instructions call for use of the gauge block and or feeler gauge Refer to the current Grizzly catalog for dial indicators Fig
40. o comply could result in serious injury e FF G1021Z 15 Planer Gearbox The gearbox is located just behind the handwheel on the right side of the planer The gearbox trans fers power from the belt driven cutterhead to the power feed rollers The two speed transmission is controlled by a push pull lever on the right side of the planer When engaged the power feed rollers will move lumber through the planer at either 16 or 20 feet per minute The center lever position is neutral TO INSPECT THE GEARBOX 1 Loosen the socket head cap screw on the gearbox cover Gently pull the cover off the roll pins that hold it in place 2 Check the bolts holding the sprockets in place Inspect the drive chains to ensure that the retaining clips are in place Replace the clips if necessary See Figure 33 yY 27 Thickness Scale 4 Re measure the board and compare your results with the scale If there is a discrep ancy loosen the scale adjustment screw and correct the position See Figure 34 The thickness scale located below the handwheel can be adjusted for accuracy However material must be run through the machine to adjust the thickness scale Make certain you have followed the directions in the Operations Section for Test Running before attempting to make these adjust ments TO ADJUST THE SCALE 1 Adjust the table height to the approximate thickness of your test lumber Measure the lumber with calip
41. oreseeable operation LIGHTING AND OUTLETS Lighting should be bright enough to eliminate shadow and prevent eye strain Electrical circuits should be dedicated or large enough to handle combined motor amp loads Outlets should be located near each machine so power or exten sion cords are not obstructing high traffic areas Be sure to observe local electrical codes for prop er 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 G1021Z 15 Planer SECTION 4 ASSEMBLY Overview The G1021Z Planer requires very little assembly when you receive it There a just a few easy assembly steps to get the machine ready for your shop The machine should be properly adjusted from the factory however should you desire to check the various settings the following section will detail the proper adjustment procedures This planer unit is very heavy approximately 480 los There are lifting handles which slide out of the base of the planer head Figure 2 which can be used to move the unit These can be used as lift ing points using an overhead lift block and tack le or a forklift or if you have three other friends who are each willing to grab a handle Figure 2 Location of lifting hand
42. planer yY AWARNING Planer knives are dangerously sharp Use extreme caution when inspecting remov ing sharpening or replacing knives into the cutterhead Substantial risk of injury 25 Anti Kickback The Model G1021Z Planer provides an anti kick back safety feature The anti kickback fingers hang from a rod suspended across the front of the cutterhead casting The anti kickback fingers should be inspected regularly Check the fingers to ensure that they swing freely and easily See Figure 30 AWARNING DO NOT apply oil or other lubricants to the anti kickback fingers Oil or grease will attract dust and restrict free movement of the fingers which could result in damage to your workpiece the planer or possibly seri ous injury to the operator or others in the workplace Call our Customer Service num ber if the anti kickback fingers do not move freely when setting up your planer DO NOT attempt to use the planer if the anti kick back fingers are not operating properly G1021Z 15 PLANER E PE I O ee pe eee eS DS ec at ee PE ek OE T EE Figure 30 Anti kickback assembly o u 26 Belts The belt and pulley assembly are on the left side of the planer The belts transfer power from the motor to the cutterhead and then through the gearbox to the feed rollers Remove the belt cover by unscrewing the two lock knobs holding the cover in place TO INSPECT ADJUST THE
43. poor planer per formance and possible operator injury AWARNING Planer knives are dangerously sharp Use extreme caution when inspecting remov ing sharpening or replacing knives into the cutterhead Substantial risk of injury ADJUSTMENTS USING SPRINGS The knives are locked into the cutterhead with wedge type gibs and gib bolts Jack screws under the knives may be substituted with springs to help in the setting process It is advised that the jack screws be removed when using the springs To set the knives 1 UNPLUG THE PLANER 2 Remove the upper cover to expose the cut terhead 3 Loosen the gib bolts until the knife is loose in the slot The gib bolts turn clockwise to loosen and counterclockwise to tighten when facing the head of the bolt See Figure 19 Loosen Tighten Knife Figure 19 Side view with springs 4 Place the knife setting gauge on the cutter head as described previously so the feet are securely planted on the cutterhead Make sure the gauge extension rod is par allel to the cutterhead to maintain accuracy 5 The downward pressure provided by the gauge will set the knives at a uniform pro trusion of approximately 070 above the cutter The knife height should vary no more than 002 003 across the length of the cutterhead 20 6 Maintain a constant pressure on the gauge while re tightening the gib bolts See Figure 20 7 Repeat the same procedure on the r
44. rance of 002 If snipe under that level is a problem consider plan ing lumber longer than your intended work length and cut off the excess after planing is completed Uneven Knife Marks Uneven knife marks can occur when the chipbreaker is set too high Inspect cutterhead bearings if re adjustment of the chipbreaker fails to remedy the situation Chatter Marks Usually caused by incorrect chipbreaker and pressure bar setting heights Chatter marks can also be caused by running a narrow wood piece through the planer at either the right or left end of the cutterhead Chatter like uneven knife marks will show in the form of a washboard look Chatter marks are more likely to be inconsistent in appearance than uneven knife marks Wavy Surface Caused by poor knife height adjustment wavy surface appears when one knife is taking deeper cuts than the rest of the knives Remedy by re setting the knives to a tol erance of 003 Pitch amp Glue Build up Glue and resin build up on the rollers and cutterhead will cause over heating by decreasing cutting sharpness while increasing drag in the feed mechanism The result can include scorched lumber as well as uneven knife marks and chatter Chip Marks Occur when chips aren t properly expelled from the cutterhead The knives catch the chips and drag them across the lumber being planed Chips tend to be random and non uni form as compared to chipped grain Can be caused by ex
45. re 37 Location of depth limiter G1021Z 15 Planer Test Run 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 Press the START button Make sure that your fin ger is poised on the STOP button just in case there is a problem The planer should run smoothly with little or no vibration or rubbing noises Strange or unnatural noises should be investigated and corrected before operating the machine further AWARNING DO NOT attempt to investigate or adjust the machine while it is running Wait until the machine is turned off unplugged and all working parts have come to a rest before you do anything If noises occur that cannot be found by visual inspection feel free to contact our service depart ment for help AWARNING Operation of this equipment has the poten tial 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 yY G1021Z 15 Planer Wood Species The species of wood as well as its condition have a dramatic effect on planing ability The harder the wood as illustrated by its shear strengt
46. re correct re tighten all the setscrews 6 Check the height of the table rollers Repeat steps 1 5 until the bed rollers are properly set Spin the bed rollers to ensure free movement yY G1021Z 15 Planer Chip Deflector The chip deflector keeps chips from falling onto the outfeed roller It is the orange plastic plate located under the top cover The beveled edge of the chip deflector should be about 8 1 4 from the knife edge Carefully rotate the cutterhead to gauge the distance between the chip deflector and the knives Adjust if necessary However if the chip deflector is set too close to the knives the rotating cutterhead may pull it in and destroy it TO ADJUST THE CHIP DEFLECTOR 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source and remove the planers upper cover 2 Loosen the three deflector mounting bolts See Figure 29 Make sure the beveled edge of the deflector faces the cutterhead Mounting Bolts Cutterhead Chip Deflector Ag Chipbreaker Figure 29 Chip deflector access G1021Z 15 Planer 3 Move the deflector until its edge is approxi mately 4 from the tip of the cutting knives Push down on the deflector with a wooden stick to check if it will touch the knives Cautiously rotate the cutterhead to ensure clearance Do Not touch the knives severe cuts may result 4 Re tighten the chip deflector mounting bolts and re mount the upper cover to the
47. rough At the speed the cutterhead is rotating these types of surface con tamination can have a very abrasive effect This planer has knives with a grind angle of 35 which is a configuration which should suit most general planing needs The optimal grind or bevel angle is a compromise between effective cutting the smaller the angle the better the cutting action and edge life where the larger the angle the more the edge is supported thus the longer it will last For the best results it is best to have planer knives sharpened by a professional sharpening service which has the grinding and measurement equip ment to assure that the knife cutting geometry is maintained at optimum levels It is a procedure which requires some care and precision other wise a set of blades can be easily ruined Knives should always be ground as a set so they can be properly matched Unequal material removal can result in an unbalanced cutterhead which can affect not only planing surface quality but ulti mately the life of the cutterhead bearings Please refer to Section 6 Adjustments Knife Setting for complete detail on the removal and reinstallation of planer knives G1021Z 15 Planer Knife Setting ADJUSTMENTS USING JACK SCREWS The knives are locked into the cutterhead with wedge type gibs and gib bolts Jack screws under the knives allow fine tuning to help in the setting process To set the knives 1 UNPLUG THE PLANER 2 Remov
48. s 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 G1021Z 15 Planer 39
49. ure 10 Guide block specifications AWARNING DO NOT make adjustments while the planer is running Ensure that the switch is off power is disconnected and moving parts have stopped before making adjustments Failure to comply could result in serious injury or electrical shock hazard G1021Z 15 Planer Table Adjustment To plane stock perfectly square it is important that the table is parallel to the cutterhead TO CHECK TABLE PARALLELISM 1 Place the gauge block on the table under one end of the cutterhead 2 Turn the handwheel to raise the table until the block barely touches the cutterhead body The block should not be touching the knives See Figure 11 3 Slide the block toward the opposite side of the cutterhead Use a feeler gauge to mea sure the width of the gap if any between the top of the block and the bottom of the cutterhead If there is a gap make a note reading the distance from the feeler gauge 4 H the block wedges tightly between the table and cutterhead when shifting from one side to the other repeat steps 1 through 3 above but start from the oppo site end of the cutterhead Sa ert rut f Figure 11 Guide block indicates parallelism If the gap difference from one side to the other is equal to or less than 0 004 no further adjust ment is necessary 15 If the gap difference from one side to the other is greater than 0 004 but less than 0 016 go to Notes st
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