HEAVY-DUTY LEFT-TILTING 12 TABLE SAW · -4- G5959Z 12" Left-Tilting Table Saw Additional Safety Instructions For Table Saws 1. ALWAYS use blade guard, splitter and anti-kickback fingers

HEAVY-DUTY LEFT-TILTING12" TABLE SAW

MODEL G5959Z

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COPYRIGHT © FEBRUARY 2004 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE

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WARNINGSome dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind-ing, drilling, and other construction activities containschemicals known to the State of California to causecancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Someexamples 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 onhow often you do this type of work. To reduce yourexposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilatedarea, and work with approved safety equipment, suchas those dust masks that are specially designed to fil-ter out microscopic particles.

Table Of ContentsSECTION 1: SAFETY ................................................................................................................................2

Safety Instructions For Power Tools ....................................................................................................2Additional Safety Instructions For Table Saws ....................................................................................4Safety Accessories ..............................................................................................................................5Common Definitions, Terms and Phrases ..........................................................................................7

SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................8220V Single-Phase ..............................................................................................................................8Grounding ............................................................................................................................................9Extension Cords ..................................................................................................................................9Wiring Diagram ....................................................................................................................................9

SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................10Commentary ......................................................................................................................................10Unpacking ..........................................................................................................................................11Piece Inventory ..................................................................................................................................11Clean Up ............................................................................................................................................12Site Considerations ............................................................................................................................12

SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................................13Beginning Assembly ..........................................................................................................................13Extension Wings ................................................................................................................................13Guard Support Shaft ..........................................................................................................................14Fence Rails ........................................................................................................................................15Motor Bracket ....................................................................................................................................15Installing Saw Blade ..........................................................................................................................16Table Insert ........................................................................................................................................16Blade Guard/Splitter ..........................................................................................................................17

SECTION 5: ADJUSTMENTS ..................................................................................................................19Blade Height ......................................................................................................................................19Blade Tilt ............................................................................................................................................19Miter Slot to Blade..............................................................................................................................20Miter Gauge ......................................................................................................................................22Rip Fence ..........................................................................................................................................22Blade Alignment ................................................................................................................................24

SECTION 6: OPERATIONS......................................................................................................................25Pre-Run Check ..................................................................................................................................25Test Run ............................................................................................................................................25Blade Selection ..................................................................................................................................26Crosscutting ......................................................................................................................................27Dado Operations ................................................................................................................................28Ripping ..............................................................................................................................................28Rabbet Operations ............................................................................................................................30

SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................32General ..............................................................................................................................................32Table ..................................................................................................................................................32V-Belt..................................................................................................................................................32Lubrication..........................................................................................................................................33

SECTION 8: CLOSURE............................................................................................................................34Machine Data Sheet ..........................................................................................................................35Wiring Diagram ..................................................................................................................................36Parts Breakdown................................................................................................................................37Parts List ............................................................................................................................................42Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................................................................44Push Stick Template ..........................................................................................................................45Warranty and Returns ........................................................................................................................46Warranty Card....................................................................................................................................47

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Safety Instructions For Power Tools5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS

AWAY. All children and visitors should bekept a safe distance from work area.

6. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF withpadlocks, master switches, or by removingstarter keys.

7. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. It will do the jobbetter and safer at the rate for which it wasdesigned.

8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force tool orattachment to do a job for which it was notdesigned.

1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in workingorder.

2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS ANDWRENCHES. Form habit of checking tosee that keys and adjusting wrenches areremoved from tool before turning on.

3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Clutteredareas and benches invite accidents.

4. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVI-RONMENT. Do not use power tools indamp or wet locations, or where any flam-mable or noxious fumes may exist. Keepwork area well lighted.

For Your Own Safety Read InstructionManual Before Operating This Equipment

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

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

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alertagainst unsafe practices.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information aboutproper operation of the equipment.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. Thismanual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level ofimportance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Rememberthat safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for properaccident prevention measures.

NOTICE

SECTION 1: SAFETY

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9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Makesure your extension cord is in good condi-tion. Conductor size should be in accor-dance with the chart below. The amperagerating should be listed on the motor or toolnameplate. An undersized cord will cause adrop in line voltage resulting in loss of powerand overheating. Your extension cord mustalso contain a ground wire and plug pin.Always repair or replace extension cords ifthey become damaged.

Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords

10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wearloose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,bracelets, or other jewelry which may getcaught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear isrecommended. Wear protective hair cover-ing to contain long hair.

11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also useface or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resis-tant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to holdwork when practical. It’s safer than using yourhand and frees both hands to operate tool.

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

14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keeptools sharp and clean for best and safestperformance. Follow instructions for lubri-cating and changing accessories.

15. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.Consult the owner’s manual for recom-mended accessories. The use of improperaccessories may cause risk of injury.

LENGTHAMP RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft

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Safety Instructions For Power Tools16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTION-

AL STARTING. On machines with mag-netic contact starting switches there is arisk of starting if the machine is bumped orjarred. Always disconnect from powersource before adjusting or servicing. Makesure switch is in OFF position before recon-necting.

17. MANY WOODWORKING TOOLS CAN“KICKBACK” THE WORKPIECE towardthe operator if not handled properly. Knowwhat conditions can create “kickback” andknow how to avoid them.

18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before fur-ther use of the tool, a guard or other partthat is damaged should be carefullychecked to determine that it will operateproperly and perform its intended function.Check for alignment of moving parts, bind-ing of moving parts, breakage of parts,mounting, and any other conditions thatmay affect its operation. A guard or otherpart that is damaged should be properlyrepaired or replaced.

19. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Do notleave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

20. NEVER OPERATE A MACHINE WHENTIRED, OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OFDRUGS OR ALCOHOL. Full mental alert-ness is required at all times when runninga machine.

21. NEVER ALLOW UNSUPERVISED ORINEXPERIENCED PERSONNEL TOOPERATE THE MACHINE. Make sureany instructions you give in regards tomachine operation are approved, correct,safe, and clearly understood.

22. IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE EXPERIENC-ING DIFFICULTIES performing the intend-ed operation, stop using the machine!Then contact our service department orask a qualified expert how the operationshould be performed.


Additional Safety Instructions For Table Saws1. ALWAYS use blade guard, splitter and

anti-kickback fingers on all ''through-saw-ing'' operations. Through-sawing opera-tions are those when the blade cuts com-pletely through the workpiece as in rippingor crosscutting.

2. AVOID KICKBACKS. Kickback is a condi-tion in which a piece of wood is thrownback towards an operator at a high rate ofspeed. If you do not have a completeunderstanding of how kickback occurs, orhow to prevent it, DO NOT operate thistable saw.

3. NEVER reach behind or over the bladewith either hand for any reason.

4. ALWAYS use a push-stick for ripping nar-row stock.

5. NEVER perform any operation using onlyyour hands to support or guide the work-piece. Always use either the fence or themiter gauge to position and guide the work.

6. NEVER stand or have any part of yourbody in line with the path of the saw blade.

7. USE GREAT CARE WHEN CUTTINGWITH A DADO BLADE. There is a highdegree of risk involved with any dado oper-ation. Slight movement of the stock awayfrom the fence will cause kickback. Nevermake a through cut using a dado blade.

8. MOVE the rip fence out of the way whencrosscutting.

9. NEVER use the miter gauge and rip fenceat the same time.

10. ALWAYS keep the work firmly against themiter gauge or fence while holding thework down against the table.

11. NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw bladewithout first turning the saw OFF.

12. PROVIDE adequate support to the rearand sides of the saw table for wide or longworkpieces.

13. AVOID awkward operations and handpositions where a sudden slip could causeyour hand to move into the blade.

14. ALWAYS LOWER OR REMOVE SAWBLADE WHEN NOT IN USE.

15. NEVER USE A DAMAGED SAW BLADEOR ONE THAT HAS BEEN DROPPED.

16. IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE EXPERIENC-ING DIFFICULTIES performing the intend-ed operation, stop using the machine!Then contact our service department orask a qualified expert how the operationshould be performed.

No list of safety guidelines can be com-plete. Every shop environment is different.Always consider safety first, as it applies toyour individual working conditions. Usethis and other machinery with caution andrespect. Failure to follow guidelines couldresult in serious personal injury, damage toequipment or poor work results.


Push SticksThe use of push sticks (shown in Figure 1), par-ticularly when cutting small or narrow workpieces,provides a double benefit for saw operators. Thepush stick provides added leverage, enabling theoperator to keep the workpiece firmly supportedagainst the fence and table. At the same time, thepush stick keeps the operator’s hand safely awayfrom the rotation of the saw blade. See the tem-plate at the end of the manual for constructiondetails, or purchase one from the Grizzly catalog.

Zero Clearance Table InsertsIdeal for use when ripping thin strips or makingbevel cuts, these prevent tearout and jammedblades by supporting material close to the blade.Use the standard table insert as a template whencreating additional inserts from wood or plywood.Blade slot inserts can be custom cut for specificblade angles by raising the running blade into anuncut insert at the angle you desire. Be sure tomake an additional slot for the blade splitter. Wealso carry a wide selection of table inserts (shownin Figure 2) in the Grizzly catalog. Be sure to holdthe insert firmly in place with a piece of woodwhen creating slots. Never hold the table insertwith your hand while cutting new slots.

Safety Accessories

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 itsoperator. In addition to the danger of the operator or others in the area being struck by the fly-ing stock, the operator’s hands may be forced into the blade during the kickback. The followingcan help minimize kickbacks.

1. Use your blade guard and splitter.2. Never for any reason place your hand behind the blade. Should kickback occur, your hand will

be pulled into the blade.3. Make sure the splitter and the blade are aligned.4. Never use the fence as a guide for crosscutting.5. Always use either the fence or the miter gauge to position and guide the work.6. Use a pushstick or featherboard to maintain control of your workpiece.7. Feed cuts through to completion.8. Stand to the side when ripping.9. Ensure your fence and miter slot are parallel to the blade.

If you do not clearly understand kickback and how it occurs, do not operate this table saw.

Figure 1. Push Stick. Figure 2. Zero Clearance Table Inserts.


Push PaddlesPush paddles provide added leverage and sup-port when ripping or crosscutting wide work-pieces. See Figure 3. We offer a number of pushpaddles in the Grizzly catalog.

FeatherboardEasily made from scrap stock, featherboardsprovide an added degree of protection againstkickback. To make a featherboard, cut a 30-40° angle at one end of the board and make anumber of end cuts at approximately 1⁄4" apartand 2" to 3" deep. We also offer a number offeatherboards in the Grizzly catalog. SeeFigure 4.

Figure 3. Push paddles being used to feed awork piece into the blade.

Figure 4. Featherboards in use during a rippingoperation.


Common Definitions, Terms and PhrasesThe following is a list of common definitions, terms and phrases used throughout this manual as they relateto this table saw and woodworking in general. It is important that you read and become familiar with thembefore assembling, adjusting or operating this machine. Your safety is VERY important to us at Grizzly!

Arbor: Metal shaft extending from the drivemechanism. The cutting blade attaches to thearbor.

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

Blade Guard: Metal or plastic mechanism thatmounts over the saw blade to prevent acci-dental contact with the cutting edge.

Crosscut: Table saw operation in which a pieceof wood is cut across the grain.

Crosscut Sled: A jig that supports the work-piece during crosscutting operations.

Dado Blade: Blade or set of blades that attachto the arbor and are used for cutting groovesand rabbets.

Featherboard: Safety device used to keep aboard against the rip fence or table. Allowsoperator to keep hands away from the sawblade.

Kerf: The resulting cut or gap made by a sawblade.

Kickback: A condition in which the wood isthrown back towards an operator at a highrate of speed.

Miter Gauge: A component that controls thewood stock movement while performing acrosscut. Allows for variation of angle cutssuch as miter cuts used on a picture frame.

Non-Thru Cut: A sawing operation that requiresthe removal of the blade guard and splitter.Dado and rabbet cuts are considered Non-Thru Cuts because the blade does not pro-trude above the top face of the wood stock.Always remember to reinstall the blade guardand splitter after performing a non-thru cut.

Parallel: Being an equal distance apart at everypoint. i.e. the rip fence face is parallel to theside face of the saw blade.

Perpendicular: Intersecting and forming rightangles; at right angles to the vertical and hori-zontal planes. i.e. the blade is perpendicular tothe table surface.

Push Paddle: Safety aid used to push a piece ofwood stock through a cutting operation.

Push Stick: Safety aid used to push a piece ofwood stock through a cutting operation.Usually used when rip cutting.

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

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

Sacrificial Fence: A piece of wood attached tothe face of the rip fence that is designed toextend the fence face away from the metal por-tion of the fence. Used primarily when makingrabbet cuts with a dado blade.

Splitter: Metal plate attached to the back of theblade guard that maintains the kerf opening inthe wood when performing a cutting operation.

Standard Kerf: 1⁄8" gap made with a standardblade.

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.

Thru-Sawing: A sawing operation where thewood stock thickness is completely sawnthrough. Proper blade height usually allows 1⁄4"of the top of the blade to extend above thewood stock.


220V Single-Phase

The Model G5959Z has a 5 HP, 3450 RPM motorwhich requires a 220V single-phase circuit. Thecord set included does not have a plug, as thestyle of plug you require will depend upon the typeof service you currently have or plan to install. Themotor will safely draw about 30 amps at 220Vunder load. If you operate the Model G5959Z onany circuit that is already close to its capacity, itmight blow a fuse or trip a circuit breaker.However, if an unusual load does not exist, andpower failure still occurs, have the circuit inspect-ed by a qualified electrician.

The Model G5959Z should be fused at 30 amps.Fusing at amperage ratings higher than 30 ampswill not adequately protect the circuit. Make surethat existing electrical wires are capable of han-dling a 30 amp current. If unsure, seek the assis-tance of a qualified electrician.

Figure 5. 220V Single-Phase.

SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS

In preparing to connect the Model G5959Z to yourexisting or new circuit, it will be necessary to con-nect a plug that matches your 220V receptacle. Ifyou will be installing a new receptacle and plug,we recommend using a NEMA-style 6L-30 plugand outlet shown in Figure 5.

Wiring Diagram


We do not recommend the use of extension cordson 220V equipment. It is much better to arrangethe placement of your equipment and the installedwiring to eliminate the need for extension cords.Should it be necessary to use an extension, makesure the cord is rated Hard Service (grade S) orbetter. Refer to the chart in Section 1: Safety todetermine the minimum gauge for the extensioncord. The extension cord must also contain aground wire and plug pin. Always repair or replaceextension cords when they become worn or dam-aged.

Extension Cords

A wiring diagram is provided at the back of thismanual should it be necessary to repair or revisethe wiring. Always utilize a qualified electricianwhen doing any electrical work on this equipment.

We have covered some basic electricalrequirements for the safe operation of yourmachine. These requirements are not nec-essarily comprehensive. You must be surethat your particular electrical configurationcomplies with local and state codes.Ensure compliance by checking with yourlocal municipality or a licensed electrician.

Grounding

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,grounding provides a path of least resistance forelectric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.This tool is equipped with an electric cord havingan equipment-grounding conductor which mustbe properly connected to a grounding plug. Theplug must be plugged into a matching outlet thatis properly installed and grounded in accordancewith all local codes and ordinances.

Improper connections of the electrical-groundingconductor can result in risk of electric shock. Theconductor with green or green and yellow stripedinsulation is the electrical-grounding conductor. Ifrepair or replacement of the electric cord or plugis necessary, do not connect the equipmentgrounding conductor to a live terminal.

This equipment must begrounded. Verify that anyexisting electrical outletand circuit you intend toplug into is actuallygrounded. Under no cir-cumstances should thegrounding pin from anythree-pronged plug beremoved. Serious injurymay occur.


We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G5959ZLeft-Tilt 12" Table Saw. The Model G5959Z ispart of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodwork-ing machinery. When used according to theguidelines set forth in this manual, you can expectyears of trouble-free, enjoyable operation andproof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satis-faction.

The Model G5959Z is an industrial grade tablesaw intended for professional use. Featuresinclude cast iron trunnions, 4" dust port, triple V-belt drive, dual arbor (5⁄8" and 1"), cam lever fence,magnetic switch, and a 5 HP, 220V, single-phasemotor.

All running parts operate on shielded ball bear-ings and require no maintenance for the life of thebearings. We also offer many accessories for thetable saws including blades, outfeed rollers, asliding table and a mobile base. Please refer toour current catalog for prices and ordering infor-mation.

We are also pleased to provide this manual withthe Model G5959Z. It was written to guide youthrough assembly, review safety considerations,and cover general operating procedures. It repre-sents our effort to produce the best documenta-tion possible. If you have any comments regard-ing this manual, please write to us at the addressbelow:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.C/O Technical Documentation

P.O. Box 2069Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Commentary Most importantly, we stand behind our machines.If you have any service questions or partsrequests, please call or write us at the locationlisted below:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.1203 Lycoming Circle

Muncy, PA 17756Phone: (570) 546-9663

Fax: (800) 438-5901E-Mail: [email protected] Site: http://www.grizzly.com

The specifications, drawings, and photographsillustrated in this manual represent the ModelG5959Z as supplied when the manual was pre-pared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of con-tinuous improvement, changes may be made atany time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.Whenever possible, though, we send manualupdates to all owners of a particular tool ormachine. Should you receive one, we urge you toinsert the new information with the old and keep itfor reference.

Read the manual beforeassembly and opera-tion. Become familiarwith the machine andit’s operation beforebeginning any work.Serious personal injurymay result if safety oroperational informationis not understood or fol-lowed.

SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION


The Model G5959Z is shipped from the manufac-turer in a carefully packed carton. If you discoverthe machine is damaged after you have signedfor delivery, please call Customer Service imme-diately at (570) 546-9663.

When you are completely satisfied with the con-dition of your shipment, you should inventory itsparts.

The G5959Z is a heavymachine, 635 lbs. ship-ping weight. DO NOTover-exert yourselfwhile unpacking ormoving your machine –you will need assis-tance and power equip-ment. Serious personalinjury may occur if safemoving methods arenot followed.

Make sure floor structureis capable of supportingthe combined weight ofthe machine, acces-sories and people.

Some metal parts mayhave sharp edges onthem after they areformed. Please examinethe edges of all metalparts before handlingthem. Failure to do socould result in injury.

Piece Inventory

After all the parts have been removed from theircontainers, you should have:

1. Table Saw Cabinet (Not Shown)2. Miter Gauge3. Extension Wings (2)4. Fence 5. Splitter/Guard Assembly6. Splitter/Guard Support Shaft7. Hardware Bag8. Arbor Spanner Wrench9. Open End Wrench (2)

10. Hex Wrench Set11. Arbor Extension Assembly12. Motor Cover13. Dado Table Insert14. Standard Table Insert (Not Shown)15. Fence Angle Irons (2)16. Fence Rail17. Tool Box

In the event that any nonproprietary parts aremissing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we would beglad to replace them; or for the sake of expedien-cy, replacements can be obtained at your localhardware store.

Figure 6. G5959Z component layout.

3

4

56

7

89

10

1711

12 213

15

15

16

Unpacking


The table and other unpainted parts of the ModelG5959Z are coated with a waxy grease that pro-tects them from corrosion during shipment. Cleanthis grease off with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser such as Grizzly’s G7895Degreaser. Do not use chlorine-based solvents –if you happen to splash some onto a painted sur-face, you will ruin the finish.

Site Considerations

1. Floor Load: Your Model G5959Z weighs635 lbs. with a 26" x 231⁄2" footprint. Mostcommercial floors are suitable for the saw.Some residential floors may require addition-al bracing to support both machine and oper-ator.

2. Working Clearances: Consider existing andanticipated needs, size of material to beprocessed through each machine, andspace for auxiliary stands, work table orother machinery when establishing a loca-tion for your table saw.

3. Lighting and Outlets: Lighting should bebright enough to eliminate shadows and pre-vent eye strain. Electrical circuits should bededicated or large enough to handle amper-age requirements. Outlets should be locatednear each machine so power or extensioncords are clear of high-traffic areas. Observelocal electrical codes for proper installationof new lighting, outlets, or circuits.

Make your shop “childsafe.” Ensure that yourworkplace is inaccessibleto youngsters by closingand locking all entranceswhen you are away. Neverallow visitors in your shopwhen assembling, adjust-ing or operating equip-ment.

Do not use gasoline orother petroleum-basedsolvents. They have lowflash points which makethem extremely flamma-ble. A risk of explosionand burning exists ifthese products areused. Serious personalinjury may occur if thiswarning is ignored.

Do not smoke while usingsolvents. A risk of explo-sion or fire exists and mayresult in serious personalinjury.

Many of the solventscommonly used to cleanmachinery can be toxicwhen inhaled or ingest-ed. Always work in well-ventilated areas far frompotential ignition sourceswhen dealing with sol-vents. Use care when dis-posing of waste rags andtowels to be sure they donot create fire or environ-mental hazards.

Clean Up


Most of your Model G5959Z has been assembledat the factory, but some parts must be assembledor installed after delivery. We have organized theassembly process into steps. Please follow alongin the order presented here.

TOOLS REQUIRED: You will need a high qualitysquare, a long straightedge, 10mm, 12mm, 14mmopen end wrenches and a 3mm hex wrench.

Extension Wings

Inspect the extension wings for burrs or foreignmaterial that may inhibit assembly. The matingedges of the wings and table must be clean,smooth, and flat. Use a wire brush or file if nec-essary to clean up the edges.

1. Disconnect the table saw from the powersource.

2. Attach the left wing to the table using threehex head bolts and flat washers. Adjust thewing reasonably flush with the table. Do nottighten the bolts.

3. Attach the right wing to the table using threehex head bolts and flat washers. Adjust thewing reasonably flush with the table. Do nottighten the bolts.

4. Align the top of the wing flush with the tabletop directly above the front bolt, and tightenthe front bolt. The front edge of the extensionwing should also be flush with the front edgeof the table.

5. Raise or lower the rear of the extension winguntil the middle of the wing is flush with thetable top. Tighten the middle bolt.

NOTICEThe right and left wings are not the same.The left wing has two tapped holes on theoutside edge, the right has a tapped hole onthe front and back edge. If the wings are notinstalled in their correct location, the fencecannot be attached.

The wings represent avery heavy load.Improper lifting tech-niques or inadequate lift-ing assistance couldresult in serious injuries.

Disconnect power to themachine when perform-ing any maintenance,assembly or adjust-ments. Failure to do thismay result in seriouspersonal injury.

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Wear safety glasses dur-ing the entire assemblyprocess. Failure to com-ply may result in seriouspersonal injury.

Some metal parts mayhave sharp edges onthem after they areformed. Please examinethe edges of all metalparts before handlingthem. Failure to do socould result in injury.

Beginning Assembly

SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY


Figure 7. Using tape to shim for wing alignment.

Masking Tape

6. Raise or lower the rear of the wing until thewing and table are flush. Tighten the bolt.Further adjustments should be minimal.

7. Check flushness at the front bolt and adjustif necessary.

8. Repeat Steps 3-7 for the other extensionwing.

9. Now, check the alignment of the table andboth wings with a straightedge. The straight-edge should run flat across both wings andthe table top. If the straightedge contactsboth wings and the table evenly, you are fin-ished with this section. If it does not, contin-ue to Step 10.

10. If the extension wings tilt up or down at theoutside edges, remove the wings and shimthem with masking tape as shown in Figure 7.

a. If the wings tilt down, stick layers of mask-ing tape under each bolt near the bottomedge of the wing and retighten.

b. If the wing tilts up, apply layers of maskingtape above each bolt near the top edge ofthe wing and retighten. Allow tape toextend above the table surface and trimwith a sharp knife after final assembly.

11. Replace the wings and check again. FIGURE 8. Attaching guard support shaft.

Guard Support Shaft


2. Push the threaded end of the shaft throughthe hole in the back of the sawand into therear trunnion bracket (Figure 8).

3. Reach into the table opening and secure theguard support shaft with the hex nut andwasher.

4. Slide the guard support over the shaft andtighten the hex bolt.


3. Attach the front rail to the table top using thehex socket flathead screws as shown inFigure 10. Place an adjustable square onthe edge of the table, and adjust the rail soit is consistently 25⁄32" below the top of thetable.

Figure 9. Rear rail attachment procedure.

Figure 10. Front rail attachment procedure.

4. Attach the square fence tube to the front railusing the hex bolts and lock washers asshown in Figure 11.

5. Attach the fence and slide it across thelength of the rails to ensure smooth, accu-rate fence movement.

Figure 11. Attaching fence tube to front rail.


2. Attach the rear rail (the shorter of the tworails) to the table top using the spacers, hexbolts and lock washers supplied, as shownin Figure 9. Use an adjustable square set to15⁄32" to measure the rail so it is consistently15⁄32" below the top of the table.

Figure 12. Remove motor bracket.

Motor Bracket

MotorBracket


2. Remove the red motor bracket shown inFigure 12. This bracket is designed to pro-tect the motor assembly during shipping.

Fence Rails


Figure 13. Setscrew on each corner of insert.

Table Insert

Disconnect power to thetable saw when perform-ing any maintenance,assembly or adjust-ments. Failure to do thismay result in seriouspersonal injury.

!Please review this section even if your saw bladecame pre-installed. To install the blade:


2. Remove the table insert to gain access to thearbor.

3. Rotate the arbor nut counter-clockwise toremove.

4. Remove outer arbor flange from the arbor.

5. Place the blade on the arbor, making surethat it seats firmly against the inner arborflange. Ensure that the top blade teeth arefacing the front of the saw.

6. Replace the outer arbor flange and threadthe arbor nut clockwise to tighten.

7. Hand tighten the nut and snug with the arborwrench included with the saw. DO NOT overtighten.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the blade is installedwith the teeth facing the front of the saw.

The saw blade is extremely sharp. Use extracare when handling the blade or workingnear it. Serious injury is possible.

Installing Saw Blade

The table insert provides support for materialsbeing cut and access to the blade and arbor whenremoved.


2. Using a 6mm hex wrench, adjust thesetscrews (Figure 13) until they are firmly incontact with the table casting and the insertis flush with the table top.

3. Now make sure the blade will not come intocontact with table insert. Position the blade at90°, then raise and lower the blade through itsfull range of motion. Also, rotate the bladewhile doing this, making sure that the bladenever contacts any part of the table insert. Dothe same with the blade in the 45° position.Wear leather gloves while rotating the bladeto prevent being cut.


2. Set a machinist’s square against the face ofthe blade guard/splitter. Slightly rotate therear bracket to adjust the face of the bladeguard perpendicular to the table top asshown in Figure 15.

Figure 14. Blade guard and splitter in place.

Figure 15. Guard assembly square to table.

Blade Guard/Splitter1. Disconnect the table saw from the power

source.

2. Slip the blade guard/splitter over the mount-ing bolt as shown in Figure 14. The washershould be between the bolt head and theslot. Tighten the bolt to secure the bladeguard/splitter.

4. If the blade guard/splitter is to the left of theblade as shown in Figure 17, simply addwashers between the splitter and frontmounting bracket, and adjust the rear splittersupport as shown in Figure 18.

3. Place a straightedge against the face of thesaw blade and the blade guard/splitter asshown in Figure 16. If the blade guard/split-ter is properly aligned, please skip ahead toSection 5: Adjustments; otherwise, contin-ue with the next step.

Figure 16. Guard aligned with blade.

Figure 17. Improper splitter/blade alignment.

The saw blade is extremely sharp. Use extracare when handling the blade or workingnear it. Serious injury is possible.

BladeGuard/Splitter

Washer

Mounting Bolt

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Add washers here to move front of splitter to the left.

Adjust here to move back of splitter left or right.

Blade

Splitter

Table Surface


Figure 18. Proper splitter/blade alignment.

Adjusted Rear Splitter

Added washers

Proper Alignment

Front Support Bracket

Adjustment Screws

8. To adjust the arbor bracket and motor pulleyloosen the cap screw and the setscrewshown in Figure 19 and slowly slide thearbor bracket towards the end of the shaft.Only move the arbor bracket a distanceequal to the amount of misalignmentbetween the blade and splitter, or a littlemore. You can always adjust the splitter backto the left with washers. Tighten the capscrew and setscrew securely.

9. Moving the arbor bracket moves the V-beltsand pulleys out of alignment, so adjustmentof the motor pulley is required. Simply loosenthe setscrew and slowly slide the pulleytoward the end of the motor shaft. Once theV-belts are back into alignment, tighten thesetscrew securely.

10. Recheck guard alignment to the blade and tothe table top. Adjust as necessary and tight-en down all the bolts before use. If the bladeguard is properly aligned, re-attach the table,making sure there is adequate blade clear-ance through all blade adjustments.

11. Adjust the blade to 45° and raise and lower itthrough the full range. Re-adjust the blade to90° and raise and lower it through the fullrange. There should be no contact betweenthe base and the table insert or any otherpart of the saw. If there is, repeat Steps 7-9.

Figure 19.

Setscrew and Cap Screw

Arbor Bracket

The table and wingsrepresent a very heavyload. DO NOT over-exert yourself while lift-ing or moving the tableand wings – get assis-tance.

5. Recheck guard alignment to the blade and tothe table top. Adjust as necessary and tight-en all the bolts before use. If the blade guardis properly aligned, please skip ahead toSection 5: Adjustments; otherwise, contin-ue with the next step.

6. If the splitter is positioned to the right of theblade, alignment cannot be achieved bywasher placement. The front support bracketindicated in Figure 18 must be moved to theleft. Loosen the (2) cap screws and adjust.

7. If this adjustment does not allow enoughmovement of the splitter, remove the tableand wings, and set them to one side.


Blade Tilt1. Disconnect the table saw from the power

source.

2. Set your blade angle at zero, as shown onthe angle indicator on the front of the saw,and raise the blade several inches above thetable.

3. Place a machinist’s square flat on the tableand against the side the blade. The squareshould contact the blade evenly from bottomto top. Make sure that a blade tooth does notobstruct the movement of the square.

4. Adjust the handwheel until the square isflush with the blade. Loosen the tilt indicatorarrow, set to zero, and retighten. Loosen andadjust the stop bolt on the left side of thefront trunnion (Figure 20) to allow a 90° stoppoint.

5. Repeat Steps 2-4 for setting the blade to 45°and adjust the 45° stop bolt on the right sideof the front trunnion as shown in Figure 20.Use the 45° side of a combo square or abevel gauge set at 45°.

Figure 20. 90° and 45° stop bolts.

When preparing to operate your table saw, youshould adjust the blade height to approximately1⁄4" above the surface of the workpiece. To adjustblade height:


2. Loosen the locking knob at the center of theblade height handwheel.

3. Turn the handwheel until the blade reaches1⁄4" above the workpiece.

4. Retighten the locking knob.

5. Recheck your blade height with the work-piece and re-adjust, if necessary.

45° Stop Bolt

90° Stop Bolt


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Keep loose clothingrolled up and out of theway of machinery andkeep hair pulled back.

Wear safety glasses dur-ing the entire adjustmentprocess. Failure to com-ply may result in seriouspersonal injury.

Blade Height

SECTION 5: ADJUSTMENTS

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Figure 22. Measuring for parallelism.

Figure 23. Table mounting bolt holes.

Table Mount Holes

5. If the gap between the blade and theadjustable square is greater than .004",loosen the table mounting bolts shown inFigure 23 and adjust the table. Note—If youdont have a .004" feeler gauge to measurethe gap, a dollar bill is approximately .004".

6. Repeat steps 2-6 until the miter slot is paral-lel to the blade.

7. Tilt the blade to 45° and repeat steps 1-5. Ifthe blade is still parallel to the miter slot, con-tinue on to the “Miter Gauge” instructions.Otherwise, continue with the next step.

8. If the blade was parallel to the miter slot at90° but not at 45°, the table will need to beshimmed with metal shim stock. The shimsare placed under the table over each of thefour table mount holes shown in Figure 23.

Miter Slot to Blade

Adjusting your table saw so that the miter slot isparallel to the blade reduces the risk of kickbackand increases cutting accuracy.

Figure 21. Measuring for parallelism.

The saw blade is dangerously sharp. Useextra care when handling the blade or work-ing near it. Serious injury is possible.

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To adjust the miter slot to the blade:


2. Mark the blade in the gullet between the twoteeth closest to the table.

3. Use an adjustable square to measure thedistance from the mark on the blade to theedge of the miter slot as shown in Figure 21.

4. Rotate the blade 180° and measure the dis-tance between the mark on the blade to theedge of the miter slot as shown in Figure 22.


Figure 24. 45° blade parallelism.

Figure 25. 45° blade parallelism.

B

Blade tilted to 45˚

#1

#2

#3

#4

Front

Blade tilted to 45˚

#1

#2

#3

#4

Front

10. Refer to Figures 24 and 25, for shim place-ment. If the distance of A is shorter than B,shim(s) will need to be placed under corners#1 and #2. If the distance of B is shorter thanA, shim(s) will need to be placed under cor-ners #3 and #4. Very thin shim stock workswell, just make sure they are all the samethickness, and you put an equal numberunder each of the two corners.

11. Rotate through the bolts, tightening them alittle each time until they are all secure.

12. Now recheck the blade to the miter slot at90° and 45° by repeating steps 1-5. If thedistance of A and B are equal or less than.004" at both 90° and 45°, continue to the“Miter Gauge” instructions. If the distancesare still more than .004", repeat steps 9-12.

13. Once you feel you have the miter slot adjust-ed to the blade, recheck all measurementsand be sure the table mounting bolts aresecure. Repeat step 10 in Section 4:Assembly, “Blade Guard/Splitter.” Note—when removing the table in the future, takenote of shim placements for ease of re-assembly.

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Rip Fence

The rip fence included with your Model G5959Z12" Table Saw is designed to provide excellentripping accuracy when properly adjusted. Thereare three main adjustments to concern yourselfwith: square, parallelism and clamping pressure.

SQUAREPlace a machinist’s square against the side of thefence. If the square does not remain flush againstboth the fence and the table, adjust the nylonscrews (Figure 27) on top of the bracket at thefront of the fence until square.

Miter Gauge

To adjust the miter gauge so it is perpendicular tothe saw blade:

1. Loosen the lock knob on the miter gauge andplace a square against the face of the miterbody and the miter blade.

2. Adjust the miter body until there is no spacebetween the square and the miter blade.Tighten the lock knob.

3. With the stop link in the up position, loosenthe jam nut (Figure 26) and adjust the stopscrew until it is seated against the stop link.

Figure 26. Miter gauge assembly.

Figure 27. Nylon adjustment screws.

Jam Nut

Stop Screw

Nylon Screws

Setscrew

Pointer

Stop Link

4. Now loosen the setscrew on the left front sideof the miter bar, adjust the pointer to 90° andtighten the setscrew.

5. To adjust to 45°, follow Steps 1-4 using anadjustable square set to 45°.

6. After rotating the miter body from 45° to 90°and back a few times, double-check youradjustments at both angles to assure thatyou have accurately set your miter gauge.

Miter Body

Miter Blade


CLAMPING PRESSUREThe fence-clamping mechanism has been adjust-ed at the factory to provide the right amount ofclamping pressure to hold your fence securely.Should it eventually need adjustment:

1. Loosen the clamping arm.

2. Remove the fence from the saw and adjustthe setscrews equally on the rear side of thefront bracket as shown in Figure 28.

3. Replace the fence and check the clampingstrength. Re-adjust until proper pressure isensured.

Figure 28. Setscrew adjustments.

PARALLELISMAlign the fence alongside the miter slot as shownin Figure 29, and lock it down. If the fence is notperfectly parallel to the miter slot:

1. Release the clamping mechanism.

2. Remove the fence from the saw and adjustthe setscrews on the rear side of the frontbracket as shown in Figure 28. Make veryminor adjustments and recheck by reclamp-ing the fence along the miter slot after eachadjustment. Keep in mind that a small turn ofthe setscrew can make a large differenceover the length of the fence. Be sure clamp-ing pressure is still adequate.

Figure 28. Fence aligned parallel to miter slot.

Setscrews

Nylon Pads


5. Tighten all the table mounting bolts. Rechecksplitter alignment and parallelism of theblade to the miter slot. Adjust as necessary.

To adjust the blade by moving the arbor bracket:


2. Get assistance to remove the table andwings and set them to one side.

Figure 31. Adjusting arbor bracket.

Blade Adjustment Cap Screw

Arbor Bracket

Blade Alignment

Figure 30. Trunnion mounting bolts.

2. Loosen the blade adjustment cap screwshown in Figure 31.

3. To adjust the arbor bracket, loosen the capscrew and the setscrew. Slowly slide thearbor bracket towards the end of the shaft.

4. Moving the arbor bracket moves the V-beltsand pulleys out of alignment, so adjustmentof the motor pulley is required. Loosen thesetscrew and slowly slide the pulley towardsthe end of the motor shaft. Once the V-beltsare back into alignment, tighten the setscrewsecurely.

5. Reattach the table and tighten all the mount-ing bolts.

6. Make sure the blade does not contact thetable insert when raised or tilted. Rechecksplitter alignment and parallelism of the bladeto the miter slot. Adjust as necessary.

4. Reattach the table and make sure the bladedoes not contact the table insert when raisedor tilted.

If the blade contacts the table insert when raisedor tilted, the blade must be aligned. The easiestway is to move the table. If moving the table doesnot work, adjust the trunnion assembly. If thatdoes not work, move the arbor bracket.

To adjust the blade by moving the table:


2. Loosen the four table mounting bolts andadjust the table until the blade does not con-tact the insert. Tighten all the mounting bolts.

3. Make sure the blade does not contact thetable insert when raised or tilted. Rechecksplitter alignment and parallelism of theblade to the miter slot. Adjust as necessary.

To adjust the blade by moving the trunnion:


2. Get assistance to remove the table andwings and set them to one side.

3. Loosen the four trunnion mounting bolts asshown in Figure 30, and adjust the trunnion.


1. Face the table saw and stand to the right ofthe blade path.

2. With one finger on the START button andone finger on the STOP button, turn the sawon. Be ready to turn it off in case of mishap.

3. Watch and listen to the saw. Note whetherthere are any unusual sounds or excessivevibrations.

4. Turn off the saw. If anything is abnormal,stop and fix the problem. If a problem existsthat is beyond the scope of this manual, callour service department. If the saw is behav-ing normally, prepare to make a cut accord-ing to the instructions outlined in the follow-ing sections.

Before you begin to use your Model G5959Z 12"Left-Tilt Table Saw, you should give it a thoroughinspection and ask yourself the following ques-tions:

1. Are all the fasteners tight?

2. Is the blade mounted correctly?

3. Is the saw stable?

4. Is it wired properly?

5. Is your electrical system properly config-ured?

6. Are the V-belts correctly tensioned and thepulleys properly aligned?

7. Is the guard assembly installed and func-tional?

8. Have you checked the saw blade clearancewhen it is adjusted to varying angles anddepths?

9. Have you read all warnings and directionsregarding the operation of this machine?


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Wear safety glasses dur-ing the entire operationsprocess. Failure to com-ply may result in seriouspersonal injury.

Always wear a dustmask when operatingthe G5959Z. Using thismachine produces saw-dust which may causeallergic reactions or res-piratory problems.

Test RunPre-Run Check

SECTION 6: OPERATIONS


Blade Selection

Choosing the correct blade for the job is essentialfor the safe and efficient use of your table saw.Ignoring this important step could result in dam-age to the saw and serious injury to the operator.Documented below are the most common sawblades and their uses.

1. Rip Blade: Used for cutting with the grain.Rip blades have 30-40 teeth, flat-top groundtooth profile and large gullets to allow forlarge chip removal. See Figure 32.

Figure 32. Ripping blade.

3. Combination Blade: Used for cutting withand across the grain. A compromisebetween a rip blade and a cross-cut blade, acombination blade will typically have 50-60teeth, an alternate top bevel and flat or alter-nate top bevel and raker tooth profile. Theteeth are arranged in groups of five. The gul-lets are small and shallow within the groupsof five teeth, similar to a cross-cut blade;then large and deep between the groups,like a ripping blade. See Figure 34.

Figure 34. Combination blade.

2. Cross-cut Blade: Used for cutting acrossthe grain. Cross-cut blades have 60-80teeth, alternate top bevel or steep alternatetop bevel tooth profiles, small hook angleand a shallow gullet. See Figure 33.

Figure 33. Cross-cutting blade.

Figure 35. Plywood blade.

4. Plywood Blade: Used for cutting plywood orveneers. Plywood blades have 60-80 teeth,a steep alternate top bevel tooth profile andvery shallow gullet. See Figure 35.


5. Thin-kerf: Most types of saw blades areavailable in a thin-kerf style. Used primarilyto minimize stock wastage. It is recommend-ed thin-kerf blades be used in conjunctionwith a blade stabilizer to reduce blade wob-ble. Note: Most blade guards/splitters arethicker than most thin-kerf blades. Makesure the stock will pass by the guard/splitterbefore beginning a cut.

6. Dado Blades: There are two types of dadoblades: stack and wobble. Stack dadoes areexpensive and time consuming to set up butleave a clean and smooth finish. Stackdadoes are used for fine furniture and cabi-net making. Wobble dadoes are inexpensiveand easy to set up, but leave a rough finish.

7. Moulding Heads: A moulding head is a cut-terhead that attaches to the arbor and holdsindividual moulding knives. We do not rec-ommend their use. They are very danger-ous and require training beyond the scope ofthis manual.

This section on blade selection is by no meanscomprehensive. Always follow the saw blademanufacturer's recommendations to assure safeand efficient operation of your table saw.

Figure 36. Various saw tooth cutting profiles.

Flat Top Blade

Alternate Top Bevel

Alternate Top Bevel And Raker

Triple Chip Blade

Crosscutting

Crosscutting means cutting across the grain ofthe wood. In wood products without grain (i.e.MDF, particleboard) it simply means cuttingacross the width of the stock.

Crosscuts can be made with the miter gauge or acrosscutting sled. The miter gauge that is includ-ed with the table saw can make safe and accu-rate cuts with small and medium sized work-pieces. A crosscutting sled is a shop built jig thatcan also provide safe and accurate crosscuts,especially with large workpieces.

To make a crosscut using the miter gauge:

1. Inspect the board for soundness.

2. Inspect the miter gauge. Is it properly set andtight? (See Section 5: Adjustments formiter gauge set up.) Move the rip fence com-pletely out of the way.

3. Turn on the saw and allow it to come to fullspeed.

4. Hold the workpiece firmly against the face ofthe miter gauge and ease it through theblade as shown in Figure 37.

5. Turn the table saw off and allow the blade tocome to a complete stop before removingthe cut-off section of the workpiece.

Figure 37. Crosscut operation.


Ripping

Ripping means to cut with the grain of the wood.In other materials such as MDF or plywood, rip-ping simply means to cut lengthwise. To rip aboard:

1. Inspect the board for soundness. If yourworkpiece is bowed it will need to be jointedflat before attempting to rip on the table saw.

2. Set the rip fence to the desired distance fromthe blade.

Never attempt to rip a board that does nothave one straight edge on it. Always run thestraight edge of the board against the ripfence. Failure to do this could result in kick-back and serious personal injury.

It is unsafe to put your hands close to theblade. If you are making narrow cuts, use apush stick. A push-stick pattern has beenincluded in this manual on Page 45, or youcan purchase a push stick from the Grizzlycatalog. Use the pushstick to hold the work-piece against the fence, and push the work-piece fully past the blade.

Dado OperationsThe table saw is also an invaluable tool for creat-ing a variety of dadoes. These non-through cutscan be created with a specially-designed dadoblade or a regular blade. One type of dado bladeis shown in Figure 38.

Figure 38. Optional dado blade system.

Always use push sticks, featherboards,push paddles and other safety accessorieswhenever possible to increase safety andcontrol during operations which require theblade guard and splitter to be removed fromthe saw. ALWAYS replace the blade guardafter dadoing is complete.

Never allow hands or arms to be above orbehind the saw blade. Should kickbackoccur, your hands and arms can be pulledinto the saw blade. Serious injury willresult.

The chance of kickback is always greaterwith dado blades, so extra precautionsmust be used. Any movement of the stockaway from the fence will cause kickback. Becertain that stock is flat and straight. Failureto follow these warnings could result inserious personal injury.

3. Turn on the saw and allow it to reach fullspeed. Place the trued edge of the boardagainst the fence. Feed the workpiece slow-ly and evenly into the blade.


Proper dado operations will differ depending onthe blade system you choose. Consult theinstructions included with your dado blades fordirections regarding attachment and adjustment.To use a dado blade:


2. Remove the table insert, splitter guard, regu-lar saw blade, and 1" arbor. Install the long5⁄8" dado arbor.

3. Attach and adjust the dado blade system asrecommended in the dado blade instruc-tions.

4. Install the dado table insert.

5. Clearly mark the width of the dado cut onyour workpiece. Include marks on the edgeof your workpiece so you can clearly identifyyour intended cut while the material is layingflat on the saw table.

6. Raise the blade system up to the desireddepth of the dado. Make sure the dado bladewill not cut through the work piece.

7. If dadoing along the length of your work-piece, adjust the distance between the fenceand the inside edge of the blade to suit yourneeds. When cutting across the wood grain,use the miter gauge as a guide while dado-ing. Remember: never use the fence as astop in conjunction with your miter gauge.

8. Reconnect the saw to the power source.

9. Using a scrap as a test piece, switch on thesaw and take a pass over the dado blade.

10. If the cut is satisfactory, repeat with your fin-ish stock.

11. Reinstall the blade guard.

Dadoing operations can also be accomplishedusing a conventional saw blade. To create a sin-gle-blade dado:

1. Clearly mark the width of the dado cut onyour workpiece. Include marks on the edgeof your workpiece so you can clearly identifyyour intended cut while the material is layingflat on the saw table.

2. Set the blade height to the depth of cut youwish to create.

3. If the dado runs the length of the material,adjust the fence so the blade is aligned withthe inside of your dado channel as shown inFigure 39. When cutting across the woodgrain, use the miter gauge as a guide whiledadoing. Remember: never use the fence asa stop in conjunction with your miter gauge.

Figure 39. Single-blade dado cut.

4. Turn on your saw and make the first cut.

5. Turn off the saw and re-adjust the fence sothe blade is aligned with the other edge ofthe intended dado channel. Be sure to keepthe cuts within your marks; otherwise, yourdado will be too large.

6. Turn on the saw and make a second cut.

7. Move toward the center of the dado with yoursubsequent cuts until the dado is complete.

8. Reinstall the blade guard.

Rip Fence

Workpiece

Saw Blade


Figure 40. Sacrificial fence.

This table saw can also be used to cut L-shapedrabbets. These cuts can be created with a regu-lar saw blade or with dado blades.

Proper rabbet operations will differ depending onthe blade system you choose. Consult theinstructions included with your dado blades fordirections regarding attachment and adjustment.

To use a dado blade for rabbeting operations:


2. Rabbet cutting on the edge of a piece ofstock requires the use of a wooden sacrifi-cial fence that is as long as the metal fenceand 3⁄4" thick as shown in Figure 40. Attachthe sacrificial fence to the metal fence withscrews or clamps, making sure they are allsecure and tight.

Rabbet Operations

5. If rabbeting along the length of your work-piece, adjust the distance between the fenceand the outside edge of the blade to suit yourneeds as shown in Figure 41. When cuttingacross the wood grain, use the miter gaugeas a guide while rabbeting. Remember:Never use the fence as a stop in conjunctionwith your miter gauge.

6. Using a scrap as a test piece, switch on thesaw and take a pass over the dado blade.

7. If the cut is satisfactory, repeat with your fin-ish stock.

8. Re-install the blade guard.

Always use push sticks, featherboards,push paddles and other safety accessorieswhenever possible to increase safety andcontrol during operations which requirethat the blade guard and splitter must beremoved from the saw. ALWAYS replace theblade guard after dadoing is complete.

Figure 41. Rabbet cutting.

Rip FenceRip Fence

Sacrificial Fence Sacrificial Fence

BladeCut-Out

Dado Insert

3. Remove the table insert, splitter guard andthe regular saw blade from the arbor.

4. Attach and adjust the dado blade system asrecommended in the dado blade instructions.Raise the blade system according to yourneeds. Make sure it will not cut through theworkpiece.

Workpiece

Dado Blade


Instructions on using moulding heads havebeen intentionally left out. They are verydangerous when not used properly.Considerable skill and training beyond thescope of this manual are required to safelyoperate a moulding head. Serious personalinjury could result if this warning is not fol-lowed.

Rabbeting operations can also be accomplishedusing a conventional saw blade. To create a sin-gle-blade rabbet:

1. Clearly mark the width of the rabbet cut onyour workpiece. Include marks on the edgeof your workpiece so you can clearly identifyyour intended cut while the material is layingflat on the saw table.

2. Set the blade height to the depth of cut youwish to create.

3. If the rabbet runs the length of the material,adjust the fence so the blade is aligned withthe inside of your rabbet channel.

4. Turn on your saw and make the first cut.

5. Turn off the saw and re-adjust the fence sothat the next cut will remove another portionof the wood stock between the inside edge ofthe rabbet and the edge of the wood.

6. Turn on the saw and make a second cut.

7. Continue to re-adjust the blade and cut untilthe entire rabbet is made.

8. Re-install the blade guard.


V-belts must be in good condition and correctlytensioned to ensure optimum power transmissionfrom the motor to the blade. When replacing V-belts, it is important to replace all four at the sametime - even if they do not appear worn.

Belt tension should be checked at least every 3months; more often if using the table saw inten-sively. The V-belts are accessed through the cav-ity on the left side of the saw.

To check V-belt tension:


2. Squeeze the center of each V-belt.

3. Note the amount of deflection. Deflectionshould be approximately 3⁄4" as shown inFigure 42.

Figure 42. Proper amount of V-belt deflection.

Regular periodic maintenance on your ModelG5959Z will ensure its optimum performance.Check for the following conditions each time youuse your table saw.

1. Loose mounting bolts.

2. Worn switch.

3. Worn or damaged cords and plugs.

4. Damaged V-belt.

5. Inspect blade for damage.

6. Guard alignment and operation.

7. Any other condition that could hamper thesafe operation of this machine.

Disconnect power to themachine when perform-ing any maintenance orrepairs. Failure to do thismay result in seriouspersonal injury.

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Wear safety glasses dur-ing the entire mainte-nance process. Failureto comply may result inserious personal injury.

Table can be kept rust-free with regular applica-tions of products like Boeshield® T-9. For longterm storage you may want to consider productslike Kleen Bore's Rust Guardit™.


V-Belt

TableGeneral

SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE


Figure 43. Lubricate these areas.

The shielded ball bearings in the motor andthroughout the Model G5959Z require no furtherlubrication during their lifetime. When they dowear out, replacements can be obtained throughthe Grizzly Parts Department.

Lubricate the areas indicated below every 12months.

1. Blade angling trunnions. These should belubricated with 6 or 7 drops of light machineoil.

2. Blade height trunnion. This should also belubricated with 6 or 7 drops of light machineoil.

3. The two worm gears should be lubricatedwith an automotive wheel bearing grease.The blade angle worm gear is not shown inFigure 43.

These points can be reached by removing thetable. Check all adjustments when finished lubri-cating.

LubricationTo adjust V-belt tension:

1. Loosen the motor mount bolt.

2. Shift the motor up or down to increase ordecrease the V-belt tension. Tighten themotor mount bolt.

3. Check the V-belt tension again. Ensure thatthe motor pulley and arbor pulley are linedup.

To replace the V-belts:

1. Remove the blade.

2. Adjust the arbor so it is up all the way and inthe 90° position.

3. Place a board under the motor and loosenthe motor mount bolt. Slowly lower the arboruntil the motor rests on the board, allowingthe belts to be loose on the pulleys.

4. Pull off the old V-belts and replace them withnew ones. Have the number from the beltready when calling the service departmentfor replacements.

5. Raise the arbor and remove the board toadjust the V-belt tension.

6. Tighten the motor mount bolt.


The following pages contain aftermarket acces-sories, general machine data, troubleshootingguide, parts diagrams, a parts list andWarranty/Return information for your ModelG5959Z Left-Tilt Table Saw.

If you need parts, help in assembling yourmachine, or operational information, we encour-age you to call the Customer Service Department.Our trained service technicians will be glad to helpyou.

If you have comments dealing specifically with thismanual, please write to our Bellingham,Washington location using the address in theIntroduction. The specifications, drawings, andphotographs illustrated in this manual representthe Model G5959Z as supplied when the manualwas prepared. However, due to Grizzly’s policy ofcontinuous improvement, changes may be madeat any time with no obligation on the part ofGrizzly. Whenever possible, we send manualupdates to all owners of a particular tool ormachine. Should you receive one, add the newinformation to this manual and keep it for refer-ence.

We have included some important safety mea-sures that are essential to the operation of thismachine. While most safety measures are gener-ally universal, each workshop is different andsafety rules should be considered as they apply toyour specific situation.

We recommend you keep a copy of our currentcatalog for complete information regarding war-ranty and return policy. If you need additionaltechnical information relating to this machine, or ifyou need general assistance or replacementparts, please contact the Customer ServiceDepartment listed in the introduction.

Additional information sources are necessary torealize the full potential of this machine. Tradejournals, woodworking magazines, and your locallibrary are good places to start.

Figure 44. Model G7315 Heavy-Duty Mobile Base

Replacement Blades Model

40T Carbide Tipped Ripping ....................G4808

60T General Purpose................................G5468

80T Fine Finishing/Cabinet Work..............G5469

100T Super Fine Work/Trimming ..............G5470

See the current Grizzly catalog for the full selec-tion of 12" table saw blades.

Super Heavy-Duty Shop Fox® Mobile Base -Model G7315Made for machines that weigh between 500 lbs.to 1200 lbs., this patented base is extremely sta-ble with outrigger type supports. Adjusts from 18"x 241⁄2" to 28" x 331⁄2"

SECTION 8: CLOSURE

AftermarketAccessories

General


Design Type ........................................................................................12" Left-Tilting Arbor

Overall Dimensions:Table Height ..........................................................................................................341⁄2''Table Size ................................................................................301⁄8'' Deep x 28'' WideTable Size with Extension Wings..............................................301⁄8'' Deep x 48'' WideW x D x H ..............................................................................................48'' x 30'' x 40''Weight (Shipping)..............................................................................................635 lbs.Weight (in Place) ..............................................................................................542 lbs.Miter Gauge Groove Size ⁄ Type ..........................................................3⁄8'' x 3⁄4'' ⁄ T-SlotCrate Size ............................................................................331⁄2" L x 30" W x 403⁄4" HFootprint ......................................................................................................26" x 231⁄2"

Construction:Table ..................................................................Milled and Surface Ground Cast IronCabinet ..............................................................................................Pre-Formed SteelMiter Gauge ........................................................................Cast Iron Body / Steel BarTrunnions ........................................................................................................Cast IronSpindle Bearings ..............................................Shielded and Lubricated Ball BearingsGuard ................................................................................Steel Splitter / Clear PlasticWings ................................................................................................Ground Cast IronFence ....................................Single Lever, Front Locking, Extruded Aluminum SidesRails..................................................................773⁄8" L x 2" Square Tubing Front Rail

Capacities:Maximum Blade Diameter ........................................................................................12"Maximum Depth of Cut at 90°....................................................................................4''Blade Tilt ......................................................................................................0 - 45° LeftMaximum Depth of Cut at 45° ................................................................................25⁄8''Maximum Rip to Right of Blade................................................................................50''Maximum Front of Table to Center of Blade ........................................................181⁄8''Maximum Front of Table at Maximum Cut ............................................................131⁄4"

Motor:Horsepower ....................................................................................5 HP Single-PhaseVoltage ..................................................................................................................220VAmps ......................................................................................................................30ARPM..............................................................................................................3450 RPM Switch ........................................................Magnetic with Thermal Overload ProtectorPower Transfer ....................................................................................Triple Belt DriveBearings ..........................................................Shielded and Lubricated Ball Bearings

Arbor:Dimension ........................................................................5⁄8" Dado & 1" Regular BladeSpeed ..........................................................................................................4140 RPM

Features:......................................................................................................Hinged Motor Cover............................................................................................................Two Arbor Sizes....................................................................................................................4" Dust Port....................................................................................Inboard and Outboard Bearings

Specifications, while deemed accurate, are not guaranteed.

Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901

GRIZZLY MODEL G5959Z 12" LEFT-TILT TABLE SAW

Machine DataSheet

5 HP Magnetic Switch -NHD Type

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MODEL G5959Z

12'' LEFT-TILTING TABLE SAW

MOTOR: 5 HP, 220 V, SINGLE-PHASE

MOTOR SPEED: 3450 RPM

ARBOR SPEED: 4140 RPM

MAXIMUM BLADE SIZE: 12"

MAXIMUM WIDTH OF CUT: 50"

MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT @ 90˚: 4

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MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT @ 45˚: 2

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MAXIMUM DADO WIDTH: 13/16"

T-SLOT SIZE: 3/4" x

3/8"

ARBOR SIZES: 5/8" & 1"

TABLE HEIGHT: 34-1/2"

WEIGHT: 357 LBS.

Date

Serial Number

Manufactured for Grizzly in Taiwan

SPECIFICATIONS FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS WILL RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL

INJURY:

1. READ AND UNDERSTAND MANUAL BEFORE STARTING MACHINE.

2. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION AND RESPIRATOR.

3. PLUG POWER CORD IN

TO GROUNDED OUTLET ONLY.

4. ALWAYS KEEP HANDS OUT OF THE PATH OF THE BLADE.

5. KEEP ALL GUARDS IN

PLACE AT ALL TIMES.

6. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING, G

LOVES OR JEWELRY. SECURE LONG HAIR AND

BUTTON ALL LONG SLEEVE SHIRTS.

7. DISCONNECT POWER PRIOR TO SERVICING, C

HANGING BLADES OR ADJUSTING

FENCE OR MITER GAUGE.

8. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR DAMPNESS.

9. DO NOT OPERATE UNDER THE IN

FLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL, OR WHEN TIRED.

10. MAKE SURE MACHINE IS PROPERLY ADJUSTED AND SET UP CORRECTLY BEFORE

STARTING MOTOR.

11. BEFORE STARTING MACHINE, M

AKE CERTAIN IT RESTS SECURELY ON FLAT, LEVEL

GROUND.

12. KNOW HOW TO AVOID KICKBACK.

13. DO NOT REMOVE JAMMED OR CUT-OFF WORKPIECE WHILE BLADE IS MOVING.

14. ALWAYS USE A PUSH STICK FOR "T

HROUGH" CUTS WITH NARROW WORKPIECES AND

FOR ALL "NON-THROUGH" C

UTS.

15. NEVER MAKE FREE-HAND CUTS. A

LWAYS USE THE FENCE OR MITER.

16. NEVER USE FENCE AND MITER AT THE SAME TIME. A

LWAYS REMOVE UNUSED DEVICE

FROM TABLE TOP BEFORE STARTING MACHINE.

17. MAKE SURE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP PRIOR TO MAKING ANY

ADJUSTMENTS.

18. ALWAYS USE BLADE GUARD, SPLITTER AND ANTI-K

ICKBACK FINGERS WHEN MAKING

"T

HROUGH" CUTS AND SET BLADE HEIGHT TO 1⁄4"

ABOVE THE WORKPIECE.

19. PLAN CUTS SO THAT A LONG OR WIDE WORKPIECE IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED.

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SYMPTOM

Motor will not start.

Motor will not start; fuses orcircuit breakers blow.

Motor overheats.

Motor stalls (resulting inblown fuses or tripped cir-cuit).

Machine slows when oper-ating.

Loud, repetitious noise com-ing from machine.

Blade is not square w/miterslot or fence is not square toblade.

Fence hits table top whensliding on to the table.

Blade does not reach 90°.

Blade hits insert at 45°.

Blade won’t go beneathtable surface.

Hand wheels won’t turn.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Low voltage.2. Open circuit in motor or loose con-

nections.

1. Short circuit in line cord or plug.2. Short circuit in motor or loose con-

nections.3. Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in

power line.

1. Motor overloaded.2. Air circulation through the motor

restricted.

1. Short circuit in motor or loose con-nections.

2. Low voltage.3. Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in

power line.4. Motor overloaded.

Applying too much pressure to work-piece.

1. Pulley setscrews or keys are missingor loose.

2. Motor fan is hitting the cover.3. V-belts are defective

1. Blade is warped.2. Table top is not parallel to blade.3. Fence is not parallel to blade.

1. Front rail is bolted too low on thetable.

2. Rear rail is bolted too low on thetable.

1. 90° stop bolt is out of adjustment.2. Pointer bracket is hitting before the

blade reaches 90°.

1. Hole in insert is inadequate.2. Table out of alignment.3. Blade position is incorrect.

Table top too low.

1. Hand wheel key is inserted too far.2. Bullets are wedged.3. Roll pin or setscrew in worm gear is

contacting geared trunnion.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Check power line for proper voltage.2. Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open con-

nections.

1. Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation and shorted wires.2. Inspect all connections on motor for loose or shorted terminals

or worn insulation.3. Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.

1. Reduce load on motor.2. Clean out motor to provide normal air circulation.

1. Inspect connections on motor for loose or shorted terminals orworn insulation.

2 Correct the low voltage conditions.3. Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.

4. Reduce load on motor.

Feed workpiece slower.

1. Inspect keys and setscrews. Replace or tighten if necessary.

2. Tighten fan or shim cover.3. Replace V-belts. See Maintenance.

1. Replace blade.2. Make table parallel to blade. See Adjustments.3. Make fence parallel to blade. See Adjustments.

1. Raise front rail.

2. Raise rear rail.

1. Adjust 90° stop bolt. See Adjustments.2. File down the right side of the pointer bracket until the blade

can reach 90°.

1. File or mill the hole in the insert.2. Align table. See Adjustments.3. Adjust blade position. See Adjustments.

Raise table top w/washers.

1. Remove hand wheel and adjust key.2. Remove hand wheel and adjust bullets.3. Inspect roll pins and setscrews in the worm gear. Tighten if

necessary.

Troubleshooting Guide

Disconnect power to themachine when perform-ing any maintenance orrepairs. Failure to do thismay result in seriouspersonal injury.

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Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser fromthe 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 warrantyand 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 representthat 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 andany 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, spe-cial, or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.

To take advantage of this warranty, contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details. We will thenissue you a “Return Number,’’ which must be clearly posted on the outside as well as the inside of the car-ton. We will not accept any item back without this number. Proof of purchase must accompany the mer-chandise.

The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they constantly strive toachieve better quality equipment. We make every effort to ensure that our products meet high quality anddurability 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.

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___1" x 42" Belt Sander ___6" - 8" Grinder___5" - 8" Drill Press ___Mini Lathe___8" Table Saw ___10" - 12" Thickness Planer ___8" - 10" Bandsaw ___Scroll Saw___Disc/Belt Sander ___Spindle/Belt Sander___Mini Jointer

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___Other__________________________________________________

13. What machines/supplies would you like Grizzly Industrial to carry?

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14. What new accessories would you like Grizzly Industrial to carry?

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15. What other companies do you purchase your tools and supplies from?

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16. Do you think your purchase represents good value?

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17. Would you recommend Grizzly Industrial to a friend?

___Yes ___No

18. Would you allow us to use your name as a reference for Grizzly customersin your area? Note: We never use names more than three times.

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6. How long have you been a woodworker?

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___Air Compressor ___Panel Saw___Band Saw ___Planer___Drill Press ___Power Feeder___Drum Sander ___Radial Arm Saw___Dust Collector ___Shaper___Horizontal Boring Machine ___Spindle Sander___Jointer ___Table Saw___Lathe ___Vacuum Veneer Press___Mortiser ___Wide Belt Sander

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HEAVY-DUTY LEFT-TILTING 12 TABLE SAW · -4- G5959Z 12" Left-Tilting Table Saw Additional Safety Instructions For Table Saws 1. ALWAYS use blade guard, splitter and anti-kickback fingers