Grizzly G0444Z owner's manual

Grizzly

Industrial, Inc.

MODEL G0444/G0444Z

10" TABLE SAW

OWNER'S MANUAL

COPYRIGHT © OCTOBER 2003 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. #BL5456 REVISED OCTOBER 2005, PRINTED IN TAIWAN

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 chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products.
• 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

• SECTION 1: SAFETY ........ 3

• Safety Instructions For Power Tools ........ 3

• Additional Safety Instructions for Table Saws ........ 5

• Preventing Kickback ........ 6

• Protecting Yourself From Kickback ........ 6

• Safety Accessories ........ 7

• Common Definitions, Terms And Phrases ........ 8

• SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION ........ 9

• Commentary ........ 9

• SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS ........ 10

• Voltage & Amperage Draw ........ 10

• Circuit Breaker ........ 10

• Plug & Receptacle ........ 10

• Circuit Capacity ........ 11

• Grounding ........ 11

• Extension Cords ........ 11

• SECTION 4: MACHINE FEATURES ........ 12

• SECTION 5: SET UP ........ 13

• About this Section ........ 13

• Items Needed For Set Up ........ 13

• Unpacking ........ 13

• Inventory ........ 14

• Hardware Recognition Chart ........ 16

• Clean Up ........ 17

• Site Considerations ........ 17

• Beginning Assembly ........ 18

• Stand ........ 18

• Rubber Feet ........ 19

• Dust Hood ........ 20

• Handwheels ........ 20

• Motor ........ 21

• Extension Wings ........ 23

• Blade ........ 24

• Fence ........ 24

• Switch ........ 24

• Miter Gauge ........ 25

• Blade Guard ........ 25

• Table Insert ........ 27

• Power Cord ........ 28

• Start Up ........ 29

• Recommended Adjustments ........ 29

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• SECTION 6: OPERATIONS ........ 30
• General ........ 30
• Blade Selection ........ 30
• Non-Through and Through Cuts ........ 32
• Ripping ........ 32
• Crosscutting ........ 33
• Miter Cuts ........ 34
• Blade Tilt/Bevel Cuts ........ 34
• Dado Cutting ........ 35
• Rabbet Cutting ........ 37
• Resawing ........ 39
• SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE ........ 42
• Cleaning ........ 42
• Lubrication ........ 42
• Miscellaneous ........ 42
• V-Belts ........ 43
• Bearings ........ 43
• SECTION 8: SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS ........ 45
• About Service ........ 45
• Blade Parallelism ........ 45
• 45° & 90° Stops ........ 48
• Worm Gears ........ 49
• SECTION 9: REFERENCE INFO ........ 50
• General ........ 50
• Aftermarket Accessories ........ 50
• Troubleshooting ........ 62
• G0444 & G0444Z Wiring Diagrams ........ 64
• Warranty & Returns ........ 65

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SECTION 1: SAFETY

⚠WARNING

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 proper accident prevention measures.

⚠DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.

⚠WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.

⚠CAUTION 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.

⚠WARNING

Safety Instructions For Power Tools

1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
4. NEVER USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT use power tools in damp or 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 at a safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
7. NEVER FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. DO NOT force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

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WARNING

Safety Instructions For Power Tools

9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Conductor size should be in accordance 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

10. 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 covering to contain long hair.

11. 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 safety glasses.

12. 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.

13. DO NOT OVER-REACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

15. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. On machines with magnetic contact starting switches there is a risk of starting if the machine is bumped or jarred. Always disconnect from power source before adjusting or servicing. Make sure switch is in OFF position before reconnecting.

17. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further 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, binding 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.

18. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. DO NOT leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

19. NEVER OPERATE A MACHINE WHEN TIRED, OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL. Full mental alertness is required at all times when running a machine.

20. NEVER ALLOW UNSUPERVISED OR UNTRAINED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE THE MACHINE. Make sure any instructions you give in regards to machine operation are approved, correct, safe, and clearly understood.

21. IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES performing the intended operation, stop using the machine! Then contact our service department or ask a qualified expert how the operation should be performed.

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⚠WARNING

Additional Safety Instructions for Table Saws

1. BLADE GUARD. Always use the blade guard on all "through-sawing" operations. Through-sawing operations are those when the blade cuts completely through the workpiece.
2. KICKBACK. Be familiar with kickback. Kickback happens when the workpiece is thrown towards the operator at a high rate of speed. Until you have a clear understanding of kickback and how it occurs, DO NOT operate this table saw!
3. WORKPIECE CONTROL. Make sure the workpiece is placed in a stable position on the table and is either supported by the rip fence or the crosscut table during cutting operations.
4. SAFETY ACCESSORIES. Use feather-boards, push sticks, hold-downs, and other safety devices to make cutting operations safe.
5. OPERATOR POSITION. Never stand or have any part of your body directly in-line with the cutting path of the saw blade.
6. REACHING OVER SAW BLADE. Never reach behind or over the blade with either hand while the saw is running. If kick-back occurs while reaching over the blade, hands or arms could be pulled into the spinning saw blade.
7. USING RIP FENCE AND CROSSCUT FENCE TOGETHER. When using the crosscut fence, the workpiece should never be contacting the rip fence while the saw blade is cutting.
8. STALLED BLADE. Turn the saw off before attempting to "free" a stalled saw blade.
9. COMFORTABLE CUTTING OPERATIONS. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the spinning saw blade.
10. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the machine! Contact our Service Department at (570) 546-9663.
11. BLADE HEIGHT. Always adjust the blade to the proper height above the workpiece (when through-cutting).
12. DAMAGED SAW BLADES. Never use blades that have been dropped or otherwise damaged; otherwise, serious personal injury could occur.
13. PUSH STICK. Always use a push stick when ripping narrow stock.

⚠WARNING

Like all machines there is danger associated with this machine. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal injury may occur.

⚠CAUTION

No list of safety guidelines can be complete. 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 serious personal injury, damage to equipment, or poor work results.

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WARNING

Statistics prove that most common accidents among table saw users can be linked to kickback. Kickback is typically defined as the high-speed expulsion of stock from the table saw toward its operator. In addition to the danger of the operator or others in the area being struck by the flying stock, it is often the case that the operator’s hands are pulled into the blade during the kickback.

Preventing Kickback

Below are tips to avoid the most common causes of kickback:

• Only cut workpieces with at least one smooth and straight edge. DO NOT cut warped, cupped or twisted wood.
• Never attempt freehand cuts. If the workpiece is not fed parallel with the blade, a kickback will likely occur. Always use the rip fence or crosscut fence to support the workpiece.
• Make sure the splitter is aligned with the blade. A misaligned splitter can cause the workpiece to catch or bind, resulting in an increased chance of kickback. If you think that your splitter is not aligned with the blade, check it immediately!
• Take the time to check and adjust the rip fence parallel with the blade; otherwise, the chances of kickback are extreme.
• Use the splitter during every cut. The splitter maintains the kerf in the workpiece, reducing the chance of kickback.
• Feed cuts through to completion. Anytime you stop feeding a workpiece that is in the middle of a cut, the chance of binding, resulting in kickback, is greatly increased.

Protecting Yourself From Kickback

Even if you know how to prevent kickback, it may still happen. Here are some tips to protect yourself if kickback DOES occur:

• Stand to the side of the blade during every cut. If a kickback does occur, the thrown workpiece usually travels directly in front of the blade.
• Wear safety glasses or a face shield. In the event of a kickback, your eyes and face are the most vulnerable part of your body.
• Never, for any reason, place your hand behind the blade. Should kickback occur, your hand will be pulled into the blade.
• Use a push stick to keep your hands farther away from the moving blade. If a kickback occurs, the push stick will most likely take the damage that your hand would have received.
• Use featherboards, or anti-kickback devices to prevent, or slow down kickback.

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Safety Accessories

Push Sticks

The use of a push stick (Figure 1), particularly when cutting small or narrow workpieces, provides an added level of safety for the operator. See the template at the end of the manual for construction details, or purchase one from the Grizzly catalog.

Figure 1. Push stick in use.

Zero Clearance Table Inserts

Ideal for use when ripping thin strips or making bevel cuts, zero clearance table inserts reduce workpiece tearout and prevent cut-off pieces from getting jammed between the blade and the table. See Figure 2 for examples of zero clearance table inserts.

Figure 2. Zero clearance table inserts.

Featherboards

Featherboards (Figure 3) help prevent workpiece kickback. To make a featherboard, cut a 30-40° angle at one end of the board, and make a number of end cuts at approximately 1/4" apart and 2" to 3" deep.

Figure 3. Featherboards.

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Common Definitions, Terms And Phrases

Arbor: Metal shaft that connects the drive mechanism to the blade.

Bevel Edge Cut: Tilting the saw arbor and blade to an angle between 0° and 45° to perform an angled cutting operation.

Blade Guard: Guard mechanism that mounts over the saw blade to prevent accidental contact with the cutting edge.

Crosscut: Table saw operation in which the miter gauge is used to cut across the grain of the workpiece.

Dado Blade: Blade or set of blades that attach to the arbor and are used for cutting grooves and rabbets.

Dado Cut: Table saw operation that uses a dado blade to cut a flat bottomed groove into the face of the workpiece.

Featherboard: Safety device used to keep a board against the rip fence or table. Allows operator to keep hands away from the saw blade.

Kerf: The resulting cut or gap made by a saw blade.

Kickback: An event in which the workpiece is thrown back toward an operator at a high rate of speed.

Miter Gauge: A component that controls the workpiece movement while performing a cross-cut. Allows for variation of angle cuts such as miter cuts used on a picture frame.

Moulding Head: A cutterhead attached to the arbor. Accepts interchangeable moulding knives for profile cutting. We DO NOT recommend the use of moulding heads because they require advanced skills for their safe operation.

Non-Through Cut: A sawing operation that requires the removal of the blade guard and splitter. Dado and rabbet cuts are considered Non-Through Cuts because the blade does not protrude above the top face of the workpiece. Always remember to re-install the blade guard and splitter after performing a non-through cut.

Parallel: Being an equal distance apart at every point (i.e. the rip fence face is parallel to the side face of the saw blade).

Perpendicular: Intersecting and forming right angles; at right angles to the vertical and horizontal planes (i.e. at 90° the blade is perpendicular to the table surface).

Push Paddle/Push Stick: Safety aid used to push the workpiece through the cutting operation.

Rabbet: Cutting operation that creates an L-shaped channel along the edge of the board.

Rip Cut: A cut made along the grain of the workpiece.

Sacrificial Fence: A piece of wood attached to the face of the rip fence that is designed to extend the fence face away from the metal portion of the fence. Used primarily when making rabbet cuts with a dado blade.

Splitter: Metal plate attached to the back of the blade guard that maintains the kerf opening in the workpiece when performing a cutting operation.

Standard Kerf: 1/8" gap made with a standard blade.

Straightedge: A tool used to check the flatness, parallelism, or consistency of a surface(s).

Thin Kerf: 3/32" gap made with a thin kerf blade.

Through Cut: A sawing operation in which the workpiece thickness is completely sawn through. Proper blade height usually allows 1/4" of the top of the blade to extend above the wood stock.

SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION

Commentary

WARNING Lack of familiarity with this manual could cause serious personal injury. Become familiar with the contents of this manual, including all the safety warnings.

We are proud to offer the Model G0444/G0444Z 10" Table Saw. This machine is part of a growing 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.

We are pleased to provide this manual with the Model G0444/G0444Z. It was written to guide you through assembly, review safety considerations, and cover general operating procedures. It represents our effort to produce the best documentation possible. If you have any comments regarding this manual, please write to us at the address below:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc. c/o Technical Documentation P.O. Box 2069 Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Most importantly, we stand behind our machines. If you have any service questions or parts requests, please call or write us at the location listed below.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc. 1203 Lycoming Mall Circle Muncy, PA 17756 Phone: (570) 546-9663 Fax: (800) 438-5901 E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com

The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G0444/G0444Z as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, owing to Grizzly's policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly. For your convenience, we always keep current Grizzly manuals available on our website at www.grizzly.com. Any updates to your machine will be reflected in these manuals as soon as they are complete. Visit our site often to check for the latest updates to this manual!

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SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS

Voltage & Amperage Draw

The following list outlines the voltage required to operate the saws, as well as the amperage draw of their motors:

G0444

• 110V (pre-wired) ........ 18 Amps
• 220V ........ 9 Amps

G0444Z

• 110V ........ 24 Amps
• 220V (pre-wired) ........ 12 Amps

Circuit Breaker

Use the following guidelines when choosing a circuit breaker (circuit breakers rated any higher are not adequate to protect the circuit):

G0444

• 110V (pre-wired) ........ 20 Amp, 1 Pole
• 220V ........ 10 Amp, 2 Pole

G0444Z

• 110V ........ 25 Amp, 1 Pole
• 220V (pre-wired) ........ 15 Amp, 2 Pole

Plug & Receptacle

The following list and figures outline the correct plug and receptacle to use:

G0444

• 110V (pre-wired) ........ NEMA 5-15
• 220V ........ NEMA 6-15* *Not Included

Grounded Outlet Box— Grounding Prong Is Longest Of The Three Prongs Current Carrying Prongs

Figure 4. NEMA 5-15 plug and receptacle.

Grounded Outlet Box— Current Carrying Prongs Grounding Prong Is— Longest of the Three Prongs

Figure 5. NEMA 6-15 plug and receptacle.

G0444Z

• 110V ........ NEMA 5-30*
• 220V (pre-wired) ........ NEMA 6-15* *Not Included

Figure 6. NEMA 5-30 plug and receptacle.

Figure 5. NEMA 6-15 plug and receptacle.

Circuit Capacity

Always check to see if the wires in your circuit are capable of handling the amperage draw from your machine, as well as any other machines that could be operating on the same circuit. If you are unsure, consult a qualified electrician.

If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows regularly, your machine may be operating on a circuit that is close to its amperage draw capacity. However, if an unusual amperage draw does not exist and a power failure still occurs, contact a qualified electrician.

Grounding

WARNING Electrocution or a fire can result if the machine is not grounded correctly. Make sure all electrical circuits are grounded. DO NOT use the machine if it is not grounded.

NOTICE The wire on the power cord with green or green and yellow striped insulation is the grounding conductor.

In the event of an electrical short, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance to disperse electric current. This tool is equipped with a power cord that has an equipment-grounding prong. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Extension Cords

Because of the high amperage draw from this machine, we do not recommend the use of extension cords. Instead, position machines near installed wiring to eliminate the need for extension cords.

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SECTION 4: MACHINE FEATURES

Figure 7. Front view.

A. Power Switch
B. Miter Gauge
C. Blade Guard
D. Rip Fence
E. Fence Rails
F. Blade Tilt Handwheel
G. Blade Height Handwheel

SECTION 5: SET UP

About this Section

The purpose of this section is to guide you through the required steps to get your machine out of its packaging and into operating condition.

WARNING
This machine presents serious injury hazards to untrained users. Read through this entire manual to become familiar with the controls and operations before starting the machine!

WARNING
Wear safety glasses during the entire set up process!

WARNING
The G0444 and G0444Z Tablesaws are heavy machines (276 and 298 lbs. shipping weight). DO NOT over-exert yourself while unpacking or moving your machine—get assistance.

Items Needed For Set Up

The following items are needed to set up your machine, but are not included in the inventory:

Unpacking

The Model G0444/G0444Z is shipped from the manufacturer in carefully packed boxes. If you discover the machine is damaged after you have signed for delivery, please immediately call Customer Service at (570) 546-9663 for advice.

Save the containers and all packing materials for possible inspection by the carrier or its agent. Otherwise, filing a freight claim can be difficult.

When you are completely satisfied with the condition of your shipment, you should inventory the parts.

Inventory

After all the parts have been removed from the two boxes, you should have the following items:

DESCRIPTION QTY

• A. Table Saw Unit (Not Shown) ........ 1
• B. V-Belt Guard ........ 1
• C. Motor ........ 1
• D. Stand Accessory Hanger Package ........ 1
• E. Motor Plate ........ 1
• F. Motor Bracket ........ 1
• G. Motor Pivot Shaft (Not Shown) ........ 1
• H. Blade Guard Mounting Bracket* ........ 1
• I. Blade Guard Mounting Shaft* ........ 1
• J. V-Belt ........ 1
• K. Dust Hood ........ 1
• L. Blade Guard* ........ 1
• M. Miter Gauge Bar ........ 1
• N. Miter Gauge Body ........ 1
• O. Miter Gauge Handle ........ 1
• P. V-Belt Plate ........ 1

*Located in the Blade Guard Hardware Bag

Figure 8. Table saw inventory 1.

DESCRIPTION QTY

• O. Table Insert - Standard ........ 1
• P. Table Insert - Dado ........ 1
• Q. Cast Iron Extension Wings (G0444Z) ........ 2
• R. Handwheels ........ 2
• S. Threaded Handles 3/8"-16 x 1/2" ........ 2
• T. Star Knobs 3/8"-16 ........ 2
• U. Stand Legs ........ 4
• V. Top Short Bracket ........ 2
• W. Top Long Bracket ........ 2
• X. Bottom Short Bracket ........ 2
• Y. Bottom Long Bracket ........ 2
• Z. Switch (Not Shown) ........ 1

Figure 9. Table saw inventory 2.

The hardware for assembling the parts comes in individual bags. The contents are as follows:

DESCRIPTION QTY

Hand Tool Hardware Bag:

• Combo Wrench 12 x 13 ........ 1
• Arbor Wrench 23mm ........ 1
• Allen Wrench 2mm ........ 1
• Allen Wrench 3mm ........ 1
• Allen Wrench 4mm ........ 1

Rubber Feet Hardware Bag:

• Rubber Feet ........ 4
• Phillips Head Screws 1/4"-20 x 1" ........ 4
• Hex Nuts 1/4"-20 ........ 4
• Flat Washers 1/4" ........ 4

Stand Hardware Bag:

• Hex Bolts 5/16"-18 x 1" ........ 4
• Hex Nuts 5/16"-18 ........ 40
• Flat Washers 5/16" ........ 40
• Carriage Bolts 5/16"-18 x 5/8" ........ 36
• Lock Washers 5/16" ........ 40

Motor Mounting Hardware Bag:

• Hex Bolts 5/16"-18 x 1 ........ 4
• Hex Nuts 5/16"-18 ........ 4
• Flat Washers 5/16" ........ 9
• Lock Washers 5/16" ........ 4
• Spacer ........ 1
• Carriage Bolt 5/16"-18 x 1-3/4" ........ 1
• Brass Wing Nut 5/16"-18 ........ 1
• Fiber Washer 5/16" ........ 1
• E-Clip ........ 1

Blade Guard Hardware Bag:

• Blade Guard ........ 1
• Blade Guard Mounting Bracket Assembly ........ 1
• Blade Guard Mounting Shaft ........ 1
• Hex Nut 1/2"-12 ........ 1
• Flat Washer 1/2" ........ 1

Extension Wing Hardware Bag:

• Hex Bolts 7/16"-14 x 1-1/4" ........ 6
• Lock Washers 7/16" ........ 6

Dust Hood Hardware Bag:

• Phillips Head Screws #10-24 x 5/8" ........ 2
• Hex Nuts #10-24 ........ 2
• Star Washers #10 ........ 2
• Toggle Tabs ........ 2

Power Switch Hardware Bag:

• Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 3/4" ........ 2
• Flat Washers 1/4" ........ 2
• Hex Bolt #10-24 x 5/8" ........ 1
• Hex Nut #10-24 ........ 1
• Cord Clip ........ 1

In the event that any nonproprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we would be glad to replace them, or for the sake of expediency, replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store.

Hardware Recognition Chart

USE THIS CHART TO MATCH UP HARDWARE DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS!

MEASURE BOLT DIAMETER BY PLACING INSIDE CIRCLE

• #10
• 1/4"
• 5/16"
• 3/8"
• 7/16"
• 1/2"
• 5/8"
• 4mm
• 6mm
• 8mm
• 10mm
• 12mm
• 16mm

LINES ARE 1MM APART

• 5mm
• 10mm
• 15mm
• 20mm
• 25mm
• 30mm
• 35mm
• 40mm
• 45mm
• 50mm
• 55mm
• 60mm
• 65mm
• 70mm
• 75mm

LINES ARE 1/16" INCH APART

• 1/4"
• 3/8"
• 1/2"
• 5/8"
• 5/16"
• 7/16"
• 9/16"
• 3/4"
• 7/8"
• 1"
• 1 1/4"
• 1 1/2"
• 1 3/4"
• 2
• 2 1/4"
• 2 1/2"
• 2 3/4"
• 3

WASHERS ARE MEASURED BY THE INSIDE DIAMETER

• WASHER DIAMETER 12mm
• WASHER DIAMETER 10mm
• WASHER DIAMETER 8mm
• WASHER DIAMETER 7/16"
• WASHER DIAMETER 3/8"
• WASHER DIAMETER 5/16"
• WASHER DIAMETER 1/4"
• WASHER DIAMETER 4mm
• WASHER DIAMETER 6mm
• WASHER DIAMETER #10

Clean Up

The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy oil to protect them from corrosion during shipment. Remove this protective coating with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser such as Grizzly’s G7895 Degreaser. To clean thoroughly, some parts may need to be removed. For optimum performance from your machine, make sure you clean all moving parts or sliding contact surfaces that are coated. Avoid chlorine-based solvents as they may damage painted surfaces should they come in contact.

Site Considerations

Floor Load

The Model G0444 weighs 257 lbs. and the Model G0444Z weighs 283 lbs. Both models have a base footprint of 21"W x 26"D. Most commercial floors are suitable for your machine. Some residential floors may require additional reinforcement to support both the machine and operator.

Working Clearances

Consider existing and anticipated needs, size of material to be processed through each machine, and space for auxiliary stands, work tables or other machinery when establishing a location for your saw. See Figure 10 for the maximum working clearances of the Model G0444/G0444Z.

Figure 10. Maximum working clearance.

Beginning Assembly

This section will cover the basic assembly and adjustment instructions needed to begin operation. Complete the assembly in the order provided in this manual and then read the remaining portion of the manual before attempting any type of operation.

Your safety is important! Please follow the warnings below during this entire section:

| | WARNING | | Loose hair and clothing could get caught in machinery and cause serious personal injury. Keep loose clothing rolled up and long hair tied up and away from machinery. |

| | WARNING | | Disconnect power to the machine during the entire assembly process. Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury. |

| | CAUTION | | Sharp edges on metal parts may cause personal injury. Examine the edges of all metal parts before handling. |

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Stand

Components and Hardware Needed:

• Saw ........ 1
• Stand Legs ........ 4 Stand Supports

• Bottom Long Bracket ........ 2
• Bottom Short Bracket ........ 2
• Top Long Bracket ........ 2
• Top Short Bracket ........ 2

• Carriage Bolts 5/16"-18 x 5/8" ........ 40
• Hex Bolts 5/16"-18 x 1 ........ 4
• Hex Nuts 5/16"-18 ........ 44
• Flat Washers 5/16" ........ 48
• Lock Washers 5/16" ........ 44

Tools Needed:

• 12mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1

NOTICE

Do not final tighten the stand bolts until all the stand components have been assembled and the saw is rightside-up.

To assemble the stand:

1. With the help of an assistant, place the saw face-down on the floor. Note: Lay the saw on clean and staple-free cardboard to protect the table surface.

2. Place the top short brackets on the saw body, with the cast logo at the front (Figure 11), and secure with 4 hex bolts, 8 flat washers, 4 lock washers, and 4 hex nuts.

Figure 11. Top short bracket installation.

3. Place the stand legs over the outside of the top short brackets and secure with 12 carriage bolts, 12 flat washers, 12 lock washers, and 12 hex nuts.

4. Place the top long brackets on the inside of the legs and secure with 12 carriage bolts, 12 flat washers, 12 lock washers, and 12 hex nuts (Figure 12). The top long brackets should overlap the top short brackets.

Figure 12. Top brackets and legs installed.

5. Secure the bottom long and short brackets to the stand legs with 16 carriage bolts, 16 flat washers, 16 lock washers, and 16 hex nuts as shown in Figure 13.

Figure 13. Bottom bracket installation.

Rubber Feet

Components and Hardware Needed:

Tools Needed:

• 10mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1
• Phillips Head Screwdriver ........ 1

To install the rubber feet:

1. Using a 10mm wrench and a Phillips head screwdriver, secure each rubber foot to the stand legs with the Phillips head screws, the hex nuts, and the flat washers (Figure 14).

Figure 14. Rubber feet installation.

2. With the help of an assistant, flip the stand rightside up.

3. Final tighten all of the stand fasteners.

Dust Hood

Components and Hardware Needed:

Tools Needed:

• 8mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1
• Phillips Head Screwdriver ........ 1

To install the dust hood:

1. Place the dust hood in the opening at the base of the saw.
2. Using a Phillips head screwdriver and an 8mm wrench, secure the dust hood to the saw with the Phillips head screws, the hex nuts, the exterior tooth washers, and the toggle tabs (Figure 15).

Figure 15. Dust hood installation.

Handwheels

Components and Hardware Needed:

Tools Needed:

• 14mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1

To install the handwheels:

1. Thread a chrome handle into each handwheel.
2. Using a 14mm wrench, final tighten the handles on each handwheel.
3. Slide each handwheel over the threaded shafts that protrude from the side and front of the saw (Figure 16). Note: Align the keyway on the back of each handwheel with the roll pin on the threaded shafts.

Figure 16. Installed handwheel.

4. Secure the handwheels to the threaded shaft with the star knobs (Figure 16).
5. Using the blade tilt handwheel, adjust the trunnion assembly until the bevel scale reads 0°.

Motor

Components and Hardware Needed: Qty

• Motor ........ 1
• Motor Plate ........ 1
• Motor Bracket ........ 1
• Motor Bracket Shaft ........ 1
• V-Belt Plate ........ 1
• V-Belt Guard ........ 1
• Hex Bolts 5/16"-18 x 1 ........ 4
• Hex Nuts 5/16"-18 ........ 4
• Flat Washers 5/16" ........ 9
• Lock Washers 5/16" ........ 4
• Carriage Bolt 5/16"-18 x 1 3/4" ........ 1
• Brass Wing Nut 5/16"-18 ........ 1
• Spacer ........ 1
• E-Clip ........ 1

Tools Needed:

• 12mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1
• 10mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1
• 4mm Allen Wrench ........ 1

To install the motor:

1. Using a 12mm wrench, loosely secure the motor to the motor plate with the hex bolts, the lock washers, the flat washers, and the hex nuts (Figure 17).

Figure 17. Installed motor plate.

2. Slide the carriage bolt through the hole in the V-belt plate and place the spacer and E-clip over the carriage bolt.

3. Slide the V-belt plate between the motor and the motor plate and over the hex bolts (Figure 18).

Figure 18. Installed V-belt plate.

4. Finger tighten the fasteners that secure the motor to the motor plate.

5. Secure the motor plate to the motor bracket with the motor bracket shaft (Figure 19). Note: The hex bolt on the motor bracket must align with the groove on the motor bracket shaft.

Figure 19. Installed motor bracket.

6. Tighten the hex nut on the motor bracket to secure the motor bracket shaft into place.

7. Slide the motor assembly onto the two shafts protruding from the back of the saw (Figure 20).

Figure 20. Installed motor assembly.

8. Using a 4mm Allen wrench, tighten the two setscrews (Figure 20) in the motor bracket to secure the motor assembly to the shafts.

9. Raise the motor assembly and slip the V-belt over the motor and arbor pulleys (Figure 21). Lower the motor assembly to tension the V-belt.

Figure 21. V-belt installation.

10. Place a straightedge across the arbor pulley and the motor pulley. The straightedge should align across the face of both pulleys (Figure 22).

— If the pulleys are not aligned, loosen the bolts tightened in Step 4 and reposition the motor.

Figure 22. V-belt alignment.

11. Check to make sure the V-belt plate (Figure 23) is parallel with the V-belt by standing directly over the motor and visually align the plate and belt. Note: The V-belt may rub against the V-belt plate if the plate and belt are not parallel.

12. If the plate and belt are not parallel, loosen the motor mounting bolts and align the plate so it is parallel with the belt.

13. Check pulley alignment and repeat Steps 10-12 if the pulleys need realignment.

14. Secure the V-belt guard cover to the V-belt plate with the brass wing nut, once the pulleys and the V-belt and V-belt plate are properly aligned (Figure 23).

Figure 23. Installed V-belt guard cover.

Extension Wings

Components and Hardware Needed: Qty

• Extension Wings ........ 2
• Hex Bolts 7/16"-14 x 1-1/4" ........ 6
• Lock Washers 7/16" ........ 6
• Flat Washers 7/16" ........ 6

Tools Needed:

• 17mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1
• Straightedge ........ 1
• Utility Knife or Razor Blade ........ 1

To install the extension wings:

1. Align the extension wing holes with the holes on the cast iron table edges.
2. Using a 17mm wrench, secure the extension wings to the cast iron table with the hex bolts, the lock washers, and the flat washers.
3. Lay a straightedge across the extension wings and cast iron table surface. — If the straightedge lays flat across all three surfaces, then skip ahead to the next sub-section. — If either extension wings tilts down, loosen it and place a strip of masking tape along the bottom edge of the table (Figure 24).

Figure 24. Masking tape location for adjusting extension table up.

— If either extension wing tilts up, loosen it and place a strip of masking tape along the top edge of the table (Figure 25).

Figure 25. Masking tape location for adjusting the extension wing down.

4. Tighten the extension wing bolts and repeat Step 3.
5. Once all three table surfaces are level, remove the excess masking tape with a razor blade or utility knife.

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Blade

Components and Hardware Needed: Qty

• Blade (Not Included) ........ 1
• Arbor Nut (Left Hand Threads) ........ 1
• Arbor Flange ........ 1

Tools Needed:

• 23mm Wrench ........ 1

To install the blade guard:

1. Using a 23mm wrench, loosen the arbor nut. Note: The arbor nut has left hand threads.
2. Remove the arbor nut and the arbor flange.
3. Slide the blade over the arbor. Note: Make sure the teeth are pointing in the correct direction (Figure 26).

Teeth Direction & Blade Rotation

Front Of Saw

Figure 26. Correct blade direction.

4. Re-install the arbor flange and the arbor nut and tighten them against the blade.

Fence

Install the Shop Fox® fence and rails according to the fence manual.

Switch

Components and Hardware Needed: Qty

• Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 3/4" ........ 2
• Flat Washers 1/4" ........ 2
• Hex Bolt #10-24 x 5/8" ........ 1
• Hex Nut #10-24 ........ 1
• Cord Clip ........ 1

Tools Needed:

• 10mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1
• 8mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1

To install the switch:

1. Bolt the switch bracket to the underside of the rail with the hex bolts and washers as shown in Figure 27.

Hex Bolts

Figure 27. Installed switch.

2. Place the Cord Clip around the wires and secure it to the switch bracket with the hex bolt and hex nut. Note: You may have to loosen the strain relief on the saw cabinet and pull out more wire for the Cord Clip to reach the switch bracket.

Miter Gauge

Components and Hardware Needed: Qty

• Miter Gauge Body ........ 1
• Miter Bar ........ 1
• Threaded Handle 5/16"-18 x 1" ........ 1
• Flat Washer 5/16" ........ 1

To assemble the miter gauge:

1. Insert the peg on the bottom of the miter gauge body into the unthreaded hole in the miter bar.
2. Install the threaded handle and flat washer through the miter gauge body and into the threaded hole in the miter bar (Figure 28).

Figure 28. Assembled miter gauge.

Blade Guard

Components and Hardware Needed: Qty

• Blade Guard ........ 1
• Blade Guard Mounting Bracket Assembly ........ 1
• Blade Guard Mounting Shaft ........ 1
• Hex Nut 1/2"-12 ........ 1
• Flat Washer 1/2" ........ 1

Tools Needed:

• 12mm Wrench or Socket ........ 1

To install the blade guard:

1. Secure the blade guard mounting shaft into the trunnion with the hex nut and the flat washer.
2. Slide the blade guard mounting bracket onto the end of the shaft (Figure 29).

Figure 29. Blade guard mounting assembly.

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3. Using a 12mm wrench, secure the blade guard mounting bracket to the blade guard mounting shaft by tightening the hex bolts on the bracket. Note: Do not worry about precise placement at this time.

4. Slide the blade guard fingers onto the blade guard mounting bolts (Figure 30).

Figure 30. Blade guard components.

5. Tighten the bolts to secure the blade guard.

6. Using a machinist's or a combination square, align the face of the blade guard perpendicular to the table surface (Figure 31).

Figure 31. Blade guard perpendicular to the table.

7. Place a straightedge against the face of the saw blade and the blade guard (Figure 32).

Figure 32. Checking alignment of blade guard.

— If the saw blade and the blade guard are aligned, then skip ahead to the next subsection.

— If the blade guard is not aligned correctly behind the blade (Figure 33), then adjust the blade guard mounting bracket and the front blade guard support so they align correctly (Figure 34).

Figure 33. Incorrect blade guard alignment.

Table Insert

Figure 34. Correct blade guard alignment.

8. Repeat Steps 6-7.

9. Adjust the saw blade through its complete tilt and height adjustments. The saw blade should not make contact with any part of the blade guard. If it does, re-adjust it as necessary.

Components and Hardware Needed: Qty

• Standard Blade Table Insert ........ 1
• Dado Blade Table Insert ........ 1

Tools Needed:

• 3mm Allen Wrench ........ 1

To install the table insert:

1. Place the table insert into the table.

2. Place a straightedge across the table and the table insert.

3. Using a 3mm Allen wrench, adjust the table insert flush with the table by rotating the set-screws as shown in Figure 35.

Figure 35. Adjusting the table insert.

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Power Cord

G0444

The Model G0444 is pre-wired to operate on a 110V power source. Connect the power cord to the motor according to Figure 36.

Figure 36. G0444 Wiring.

G0444Z

The Model G0444Z is pre-wired to operate on a 220V power source. Connect the power cord to the motor according to Figure 37.

Figure 37. G0444Z Wiring.

Note: Refer to Section 3: Circuit Requirements and the wiring diagram at the back of this manual for information on rewiring the G0444 for 220V and the G0444Z for 110V.

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Start Up

Before starting the machine:

1. Read the entire instruction manual.
2. Make sure the blade guard and splitter are installed and correctly adjusted.
3. Make sure all tools and objects have been removed from the machine.
4. Review Section 3: Circuit Requirements.
5. Keep a finger on the STOP button at all times during the test run.

Starting the machine:

The Model G0444/G0444Z is operated by a push button switch that is clearly labeled START/STOP.

This switch can be locked out by sliding a padlock through the START button (Figure 38) when the machine is not in use.

Figure 38. Locked power switch.

Recommended Adjustments

The adjustments listed below have been performed at the factory and no further setup is required to operate the machine.

However, because of the many variables involved with shipping, we recommend at least check the following adjustments to ensure the best possible results from the new machine.

All of these adjustments are covered in step-by-step detail in Section 8: Service Adjustments.

Recommended adjustment checklist:

• Blade Parallelism (Page 45)
• 45° Blade Stop (Page 48)
• 90° Blade Stop (Page 48)