Grizzly G5787 User manual

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MEATCUTTING BANDSAW
WITH SLIDING TABLE
MODEL G5787
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Table Of Contents PAGE
1. SAFETY
SAFETY RULES FOR ALL TOOLS ......................................................................2-3
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BANDSAWS....................................4
2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................5
110V OPERATION ....................................................................................................5
FUSING ....................................................................................................................5
EXTENSION CORDS ................................................................................................5
GROUNDING ............................................................................................................5
3. GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................6
COMMENTARY ........................................................................................................6
UNPACKING..............................................................................................................7
PIECE INVENTORY ..............................................................................................7-8
CLEAN UP ................................................................................................................9
SITE CONSIDERATIONS ........................................................................................9
4. ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................................................10
BEGINNING ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................10
STAND................................................................................................................10-12
SWITCH & CORD....................................................................................................12
MOTOR....................................................................................................................13
WIRING....................................................................................................................13
BANDSAW UNIT ....................................................................................................14
SLIDING RAILS ......................................................................................................14
V-BELT ....................................................................................................................15
TABLE......................................................................................................................15
FENCE ....................................................................................................................16
STAND COVER ......................................................................................................16
MEAT GRINDER ....................................................................................................17
5. ADJUSTMENTS............................................................................................................18
BLADE GUARD ......................................................................................................18
BLADE GUIDES ......................................................................................................19
BLADE TENSION ....................................................................................................19
BLADE TRACKING ................................................................................................20
CHANGING BLADES ..............................................................................................20
SUPPORT BEARING ..............................................................................................21
TEST RUN ..............................................................................................................21
6. OPERATION..................................................................................................................22
CUTTING MEAT......................................................................................................22
CUTTING BONE......................................................................................................23
GRINDING MEAT....................................................................................................23
7. CLEANING/SANITIZING..........................................................................................24-25
8. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................26
GENERAL................................................................................................................26
TABLE AND BLADE ................................................................................................26
LUBRICATION ........................................................................................................26
V-BELT ....................................................................................................................26
9. CLOSURE ....................................................................................................................27
MACHINE DATA......................................................................................................28
PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LISTS ......................................................29-33
WARRANTY AND RETURNS ................................................................................34

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Safety Instructions For Power Tools
SECTION 1: SAFETY
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS
AWAY. All children and visitors should be
kept 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.
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working
order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form 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 ENVI-
RONMENT. Do not use power tools in
damp or wet locations, or where any flam-
mable or noxious fumes may exist. Keep
work area well lighted.
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction
Manual 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 alert against unsafe practices.
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information
about proper operation of the equipment.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions.
This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level
of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below.
Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substi-
tute for proper accident prevention measures.
NOTICE

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9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make
sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. Conductor size should be in accor-
dance with the chart below. The amperage
rating should be listed on the motor or tool
nameplate. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Your extension
cord must also contain a ground wire and
plug pin. Always repair or replace exten-
sion cords if they become damaged.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords
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 cov-
ering 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 safe-
ty 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. NEVER OVERREACH. Keep proper foot-
ing and balance at all times.
LENGTH
AMP RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft
0-6 18 16 16
7-10 18 16 14
11-12 16 16 14
13-16 14 12 12
17-20 12 12 10
21-30 10 10 No
Safety Instructions For Power Tools
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubri-
cating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing
and changing accessories, such as blades,
bits, cutters, and the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTION-
AL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owner’s manual for recom-
mended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury.
18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before fur-
ther use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, bind-
ing of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced.
19. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-
TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Do not
leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
20. NEVER USE UNDER THE INFLUENCE of
alcohol or drugs, or when tired.
21.NEVER ALLOW UNSUPERVISED OR
UNTRAINED PERSONNEL TO OPER-
ATE THE MACHINE. Make sure any
instructions you give in regards to the
operation of the machine are approved,
correct, safe, and clearly understood.

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Bacteria from raw meat has been frequently
linked to illness and even death! Describing
proper meat handling techniques outside of
cleaning the bandsaw is beyond the scope of
this manual. If you are unclear about sanitary
meat handling practices, contact your local
Board of Health or the USDA to research the
proper methods of meat handling.
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 per-
sonal injury, damage to equipment or poor
work results.
Additional Safety Instructions For Meat Saws
8. ALWAYS FEED MATERIAL EVENLY
AND SMOOTHLY. Do not force or twist
blade while cutting, especially when saw-
ing through bone.
9. DO NOT MANUALLY STOP OR SLOW
BLADE after turning off the saw. Allow it to
come to a complete stop before you leave
it unattended.
10. ALL INSPECTIONS, ADJUSTMENTS,
AND MAINTENANCE ARE TO BE DONE
WITH THE POWER OFF and the plug
pulled from the outlet. Wait for all moving
parts to come to a complete stop.
11. HABITS—GOOD AND BAD—ARE
HARD TO BREAK. Develop good habits
in your shop and safety will become sec-
ond-nature to you.
12. IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE EXPERIENC-
ING 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.
13. ALWAYS SANITIZE AND CLEAN ALL
EXPOSED PARTS OF SAW THOR-
OUGHLY AFTER CUTTING RAW MEAT.
14. IF YOU ARE NOT FAMILIAR WITH SAFE
MEAT HANDLING TECHNIQUES, then
contact your local Board of Health or
the USDA for proper sanitary practices.
1. DO NOT OPERATE WITH DULL OR
BADLY WORN BLADES. Dull blades
require more effort to use and are difficult
to control. Inspect blades before each use.
2. NEVER POSITION FINGERS OR
THUMBS IN LINE WITH THE CUT.
Serious personal injury could occur.
3. DO NOT OPERATE THIS SAW WITH-
OUT WHEEL, PULLEY, AND BLADE
GUARDS IN PLACE.
4. WHEN REPLACING BLADES, make sure
teeth face down toward the table. The
force of the cut is always down. Make sure
the blade is properly tensioned.
5. CUTS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FULLY
SUPPORTED by the table or some type of
support fixture.
6. DO NOT BACK MEAT AWAY from the
blade while the saw is running. Plan your
cuts so you always cut out of the meat. If
you need to back the meat out, turn the
bandsaw off and wait for the blade to
come to a complete stop. Do not twist or
put excessive stress on the blade while
backing meat away.
7. BLADE SHOULD BE RUNNING AT
FULL SPEED before beginning a cut.

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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
110V Operation
A 15-amp fuse or circuit breaker should be used
when fusing this bandsaw. Circuit breakers rated
any higher are not adequate to protect the circuit
from power surges. Make sure the wire used in
the circuit will handle the amp rating required for
this machine.
Fusing
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord
with the Model G5787, make sure the cord is
rated Hard Service (grade S) or better. Refer to
the chart in the standard safety instructions to
determine the minimum gauge for the extension
cord. The extension cord must also contain a
ground wire and plug pin. Always repair or
replace extension cords when they become worn
or damaged.
Extension Cords
Grounding
In the event of an electrical short, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing
electric current a path of least resistance. This
tool is equipped with a power cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor. See Figure 1.
The outlet must be properly installed and ground-
ed in accordance with all local codes and ordi-
nances.
The Model G5787 is wired for 110/120V, single
phase operation only. The 3⁄4 H.P. motor will safe-
ly draw 14 amps at 110V. If you operate this
machine on any circuit that is already close to its
capacity, it might blow a fuse or trip a circuit
breaker. However, if an unusual load does not
exist and a power failure still occurs, contact a
qualified electrician or our service department.
Figure 1. Typical 110V 3-prong plug and outlet.
This equipment must be
grounded. Verify that any
existing electrical outlet
and circuit you intend to
plug into is actually
grounded. Under no cir-
cumstances should the
grounding pin from any
three-pronged plug be
removed. Serious injury
may occur.

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SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION
Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model
G5787 Meatcutting Bandsaw. This machine is
part of Grizzly’s growing family of fine machinery.
When used according to the guidelines stated in
this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free,
enjoyable operation.
The Model G5787 is intended for home or pro-
fessional butchers and is capable of cutting
through meat and bones. The stainless steel
table and easy disassembly of parts allow for
proper cleaning and sanitization.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with
the Model G5787. It was written to guide you
through assembly, review safety considerations,
and cover general operating procedures. It repre-
sents our latest effort to produce the best docu-
mentation possible. If you have any criticisms
that you feel we should address in our next print-
ing, please write to us at the address below:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
C⁄OTechnical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA 98227
Commentary Most important, we stand behind our machines.
We have an excellent service department at your
disposal should the need arise. If you have any
service questions or parts requests, please call or
write to us at the location listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone:[phone]
Fax:[phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
The specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G5787 as supplied when the manual was pre-
pared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of con-
tinuous improvement, changes may be made at
any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.
Whenever possible, though, we send manual
updates to all owners of a particular tool or
machine. Should you receive one, we urge you to
insert the new information with the old and keep
it for reference.
Read the manual before
assembly and operation.
Become familiar with
the machine and its
operation before begin-
ning any work. Serious
personal injury may
result if safety or opera-
tional information is not
understood or followed.

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Unpacking
The meatcutting bandsaw is shipped disassem-
bled from the manufacturer in a carefully packed
carton. If you discover the machine is damaged
after you’ve signed for delivery, and the truck and
driver are gone, you will need to file a freight
claim with the carrier. Save the containers and all
packing materials for possible inspection by the
carrier or its agent. Without the packing materials,
filing a freight claim can be difficult. If you need
assistance determining whether you need to file a
freight claim, or with the procedure to file one,
please contact our Customer Service.
The Model G5787 is a
heavy machine (106 lbs.
shipping weight). DO
NOT over-exert yourself
while unpacking or mov-
ing your machine—get
assistance.
When you are completely satisfied with the con-
dition of your shipment, you should inventory its
parts.
After all the parts have been removed from the
carton, you should have:
Item Qty
Bandsaw Unit 1
Table 1
Motor 1
Front Panel 1
Rear Panel 1
Top Panel 1
Motor Mount Plate 1
Top Panel Brace 1
Side Braces 1
Motor Brace 1
Plastic Side Panels 2
START/STOP Switch 1
Rubber Switch Cover 1
Power Cord 1
Slide Rails 2
Large Fence 1
Small Fence 1
Knob Screws 2
Fence Brackets 2
Large Fence Rail 1
Small Fence Rail 1
Table Force Plate 1
Motor Pulley 1
Rubber Feet 4
Mount Brackets 4
Grinder Assembly 1
Plastic Pusher 1
Sausage Stuffer 1
V-Belt A-42 1
Hardware Qty
Hex Head Bolts 1⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4"6
Hex Head Bolts 1⁄4"-20 x 1" 4
Hex Head Bolts 5⁄16"-18 x 1" 4
Cap Screws 1⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4"4
Brass Screws 3mm x 11mm 12
Carriage Bolts 5⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2"25
Flat Washers 5⁄16"33
Flat Washers 1⁄4"12
Flat Washers 7⁄16"3
Hex Nuts 5⁄16"29
Hex Nuts 1⁄4"10
Lock Washers 1⁄4"4
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 expedi-
ency, replacements can be obtained at your local
hardware store.
Piece Inventory

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Figure 5. Table, fence and grinder pieces.
Figure 2. Model G5787 base unit. Figure 3. Motor, drive belt, and switch pieces.
Figure 4. Stand pieces.

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Clean Up
The table and guard pieces come with a protec-
tive coating. Peel this off before cleaning these
pieces. Clean and sanitize all parts of the saw
that will be in contact with meat or any other food
items. The smaller items and table will fit in most
dishwashers. This is probably the easiest method
of cleaning and sanitizing these parts. For the
larger parts of the saw, if a dishwasher is not
available, clean with a sanitizing agent. See
Section 5: Sanitization for details on sanitizing.
Get in the habit of cleaning your saw thoroughly
to avoid contamination and illnesses.
Site Considerations
FLOOR LOAD
Your Model G5787 Meat Cutting Bandsaw repre-
sents a relatively small floor load. Most shop
floors will be adequate for the 90 lb. weight of the
Model G5787. Some floors may require addition-
al support. Contact an architect or structural engi-
neer if you have any question about the ability of
your floor to handle the weight.
WORKING CLEARANCES
Working clearances can be thought of as the dis-
tances between machines and obstacles that
allow safe operation of every machine without
limitation. Consider existing and anticipated
machine needs, size of material to be processed
through each machine, and space for auxiliary
stands and/or work tables. Also consider the rel-
ative position of each machine to one another for
efficient material handling. Be sure to allow your-
self sufficient room to safely run your machines in
any foreseeable operation.
LIGHTING AND OUTLETS
Lighting should be bright enough to eliminate
shadow and prevent eye strain. Electrical circuits
should be dedicated or large enough to handle
combined motor amp loads. Outlets should be
located near each machine so power or exten-
sion cords are not obstructing high-traffic areas.
Be sure to observe local electrical codes for prop-
er installation of new lighting, outlets or circuits.
Make your shop or kitchen
“child safe.” Ensure that
your workplace is inaccessi-
ble to children by closing
and locking all entrances
when you are away. Never
allow visitors in your area
when assembling, adjusting
or operating equipment.
When cleaning with sanitizers, always fol-
low the recommendations on the manu-
facturer’s label, and make sure that the
product will do the job for which you
intend. Never use a product that will make
your meat unsafe for human consumption.
Failure to follow this warning may lead to
sickness or death!

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SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY
Beginning Assembly
The Model G5787 requires a moderate amount of
assembly and setup. The following instructions
have been provided to guide you through this
process.
Stand
Figure 6. Rubber feet on stand sides.
Keep loose clothing
rolled up and out of the
way of machinery and
keep hair pulled back.
Wear safety glasses dur-
ing the entire assembly
process. Failure to com-
ply may result in serious
personal injury.
Disconnect power to the
machine when perform-
ing any maintenance or
assembly. Failure to do
this may result in serious
personal injury.
Some metal parts may
have sharp edges on
them after they are
formed. Please examine
the edges of all metal
parts before handling
them. Failure to do so
could result in injury.
All stand pieces except the rubber feet should be
assembled with the 5⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2" carriage bolts,
5⁄16" hex nuts, and 5⁄16" washers. To assemble the
stand:
1. Place the (4) mount brackets on the stand
corners where the feet will be installed. The
bracket fork should slide over the edge of the
stand.
2. Insert the (4) 1⁄4"-20 x 1" hex bolts into the
rubber feet and attach the feet to the stand
corners as shown in Figure 6.

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4. Attach the top brace on the underside of the
stand sides as shown in Figure 8. This brace
secures the center of the stand top to the
stand sides.
Figure 8. Top brace to stand top.
Figure 7. Stand sides attached to stand top.
6. Attach the mounting plate to the two side
braces as shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10. Mounting plate to side braces.
Figure 9. Motor mount attached to top.
5. Attach the motor mount to the top brace and
stand top as shown in Figure 9.
3. Attach the stand sides to the stand top as
shown in Figure 7. Make sure the side of the
stand with the switch cutout is on the same
side as the V-belt cutout on the top piece.
This will ensure that the switch is in front of
the bandsaw. Do not completely tighten the
carriage bolt nuts at this time.

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Figure 12. Switch & cord installed on stand.
Switch
Mount the switch on the stand side with the (2)
10-24 x 1" Phillips®screws, 10-24 nuts, and star
washers. Only tighten the nuts on the screws
enough so that removal will be easy during
wiring.
Cord
1. Place the strain relief into the hole on the
stand side. Thread the plastic nut onto the
back side of the strain relief and tighten as
necessary.
2. Make sure the plastic setscrew is withdrawn
enough to allow the cord to come through
the strain relief, then push the end of the
cord with the wires through the strain relief.
3. Allow enough room for the red and black
wires to reach the switch and the green wire
to reach the ground (hole below the switch).
4. Tighten the plastic setscrew to secure the
cord in place. Mount the switch and cord to
the stand side as shown in Figure 12.
Switch & Cord
Figure 11. Bottom support/side brace assembly
attached to sides.
8. Turn the stand over and center the stand top
on the stand sides. Tighten the remaining
loose nuts.
7. Fit the mounting plate/side brace assembly
into the stand and attach it as shown in
Figure 11.

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3. Fasten the motor onto the motor mount (as
shown in Figure 14) with the (4) 5⁄16"-18 x 1"
hex bolts, 5⁄16"-18 hex nuts and (8) 5⁄16" wash-
ers. The washers should be placed on both
sides of the motor mount.
Figure 14. Motor to motor mount.
Figure 13. Pulley onto motor.
To install the motor:
1. Place the motor pulley on the motor as
shown in Figure 13. Notice the key on the
motor shaft. This needs to be lined up with
the keyway in the motor pulley in order to fit
the pulley on the shaft.
2. Tighten the setscrew on the pulley. You will
need to adjust it later, so do not overtighten.
Figure 15. Wiring to switch plate.
After everything is wired correctly, take off the
nuts that hold the switch to the stand. Slide the
rubber cover over the back of the switch so no
metal contacts are exposed. Push the mounting
screws through the holes on the ends of the cover
and thread the nuts back on the screws. Tighten
them securely, but not tight enough to ruin the
rubber.
Motor Wiring
Key
Before wiring, the rubber cover needs to fit over
both cords. To do this:
1. Poke a hole through the back of the rubber
cover for the cords and the ends of the cover
where the mounting screws attach the switch
to the stand.
2. Pull the motor and the power cord through
the hole in the rubber cover.
The diagram on Figure 15 shows the proper
wiring of the motor and the power cord. The
ground wires mount underneath the switch with
the 10-24 x 1⁄2" Phillips®screw, nut and star wash-
er. Do not pinch the wires while installing. If they
will not reach, carefully cut back the outer layer of
the black cord. Do not cut the smaller wires
inside!

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Figure 18. Rails onto bandsaw unit.
To install the sliding rails:
1. Roll pins should already be in the rails. Line
these up to their respective holes in the
bandsaw unit as shown in Figure 18.
2. Fit the roll pins inside the holes. If they will
not fit, roll the rail over and try the other side.
Because the roll pins are slightly flared, they
will often only fit on one side.
3. Tap the roll pins down into the holes with a
hammer so they are flush with the top sur-
face of the rail.
4. Place the 1⁄2"-12 x 3⁄4" cap screws into the
rails and fasten the 1⁄2" hex nuts with wash-
ers underneath so that the rails are secured
to the bandsaw unit.
Sliding Rails
Figure 16. Bandsaw unit onto stand.
Figure 17. Installing hexagonal shaft.
To install the bandsaw unit onto the stand:
1. Place the bandsaw unit onto the stand as
shown in Figure 16. Get help so you do not
strain yourself.
2. Line up the holes on the stand with the holes
on the bottom of the bandsaw unit.
3. Fasten the stand to the bandsaw unit with
the hexagonal shaft and 1⁄2" washer as
shown in Figure 17.
Bandsaw Unit

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Before you put on the V-belt, make sure that the
motor pulley and the upper pulley are reasonably
aligned. To do this, loosen the setscrew on the
motor pulley, adjust the motor pulley so it is in-line
with the upper pulley, then tighten the setscrew.
To put on the V-belt:
1. Loosen the (4) motor mount bolts.
2. Raise the motor up and fit the V-belt in the
pulley grooves, then let the motor down.
3. Place slight pressure on the motor to tension
the belt and tighten the (4) motor mount
bolts.
4. Check for approximately 1⁄4" deflection. If the
belt is not tensioned right, repeat steps 1
and 3 until it is correct.
V-Belt
Figure 19. Table to rails.
To install the table on the bandsaw unit:
1. Identify the four rollers mounted on the
underside of the table. These have grooves
in the center that fit on the outside of the slid-
ing rails.
2. Look down the underside of the table as
shown in Figure 19 so you can line up the
grooves in the rollers with the outside edges
of the sliding rails. As you slide the table on
the rollers, make sure the blade fits through
the slot in the table.
Table
Figure 20. Force plate onto table.
3. Slide all four rollers on the sliding rails, so the
table can move back and forth.
4. With the thumbscrews provided, attach the
force plate underneath the open end of the
table as shown in Figure 20.

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Locate the (12) small Phillips®screws and attach
the tabs (raised side down) to the stand covers
as shown in Figure 24. Tighten the catch tabs
enough to give resistance so they will stay in
place, but not tight enough that you will not be
able to turn them.
Figure 24. Catch tabs in place on stand cover.
Stand Cover
The stand covers come with attached catch tabs.
Cut the catch tabs off as shown in Figure 23.
Figure 23. Remove tabs from stand covers.
The stand covers fit inside the stand openings
and attach by turning the catch tabs over the
edges of the stand.
2. Slide the fence rails into the brackets and
mount the fences on the ends with the 1⁄4"-20
x 3⁄4" hex bolts. The smaller rail is meant for
the side fence and the larger rail for the front
fence. The adjustment knobs fit on top of the
brackets. The finished assembly should look
like Figure 22.
Figure 21. Fence supports to table.
Figure 22. Fences installed on supports.
To install the fence:
1. Use the 1⁄4"-20 x 1" hex bolts, nuts and wash-
ers to attach the fence brackets to the table
as shown in Figure 21.
Fence

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Meat Grinder
The Model G5787 comes with a meat grinder.
Before assembling this for use, clean and sanitize
its parts. See Section 5: Sanitization for details
on sanitizing. Figure 25 shows the meat grinder
components.
Figure 25. Meat grinder components .
Figure 26. Installing meat grinder.
Figure 27. Attaching sausage stuffer.
To install the meat grinder:
1. Line up the fixed key on the meat grinder to
the keyway on the housing shown in Figure
26.
2. Spin the pulley wheel by hand to line up the
grinder tongue so it will fit into the groove on
the auger.
3. Slide the meat grinder all the way into the
housing and tighten the split collar to secure
the grinder in place.
Keyway
The meat grinder comes with a sausage stuffer
attachment. To install this:
1. Remove the collar from the end of the meat
grinder.
2. Fit the collar over the sausage stuffer.
3. Place the collar back on the meat grinder as
shown in Figure 27, and thread it tight so it
is secured to the meat grinder.
The meat grinder should not be attached
to the saw when not in use. The open
chute and spinning auger easily invite an
accident if not being attended to.

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SECTION 5: ADJUSTMENTS
Keep loose clothing
rolled up and out of the
way of machinery and
keep hair pulled back.
Wear safety glasses dur-
ing the entire adjustment
process. Failure to com-
ply may result in serious
personal injury.
Disconnect power to the
machine when perform-
ing any adjustments or
maintenance. Failure to
do this may result in seri-
ous personal injury.
Figure 28. Blade guard.
Blade Guard
Figure 28 shows the blade guard controls. The
blade guard protects the operator from accidental
contact with the part of the blade that is not being
used.
The star knob on the guide rail allows you to raise
and lower the blade guard and blade guide
assembly. Keep the blade guide assembly within
an inch of the material you are cutting. This will
provide adequate support for the blade where the
pressure is greatest. This adjustment is crucial
when cutting through bone!
Star Knob
Blade Guard
Guide Rail

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Blade Tension
The bandsaw blade must be adequately ten-
sioned so that it will cut straight and not come off
the wheel during operation. To tension the band-
saw blade:
1. Remove the thumbscrew that secures the
upper cover, then pull the upper cover off the
bandsaw unit to expose the upper wheel.
2. Turn the tension bolt (shown in Figure 31)
counterclockwise to decrease the tension
and clockwise to increase the tension.
3. Tension the blade so that it deflects approx-
imately 1⁄4" with moderate pressure from your
finger.
Figure 31. Blade tension.
Disconnect power to the
machine when perform-
ing any adjustments or
maintenance. Failure to
do this may result in seri-
ous personal injury.
Tension bolt
Figure 30. Lower blade guides.
Blade Guides
The upper blade guides shown in Figure 29 sup-
port the blade from moving side-to-side while cut-
ting. These should be adjusted to approximately
.004" (about the thickness of a dollar) away from
the blade and should be behind the gullet of the
blade teeth.
Figure 29. Blade guides.
Blade Guides
The lower blade guides shown in Figure 30 are
underneath the table. These can be adjusted with
a screwdriver and should be set in the same man-
ner as the upper blade guides.