Grizzly G0700 - Manual (Page 35)

Model g0700 (Mfg. since 8/09)
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the riving knife included with this machine is
0.090" (2.3mm) thick and is only designed for 10"
diameter blades.
When choosing a main blade, make sure the
blade size meets the requirements listed below.
the thickness of the blade body and teeth can be
measured with calipers or any precision measur-
ing device.
blade size requirements:
•
Body thickness: 0.079"–0.090"
(2.0mm–2.3mm)
• Kerf (tooth) thickness: 0.122"–0.129"
(3.1mm–3.3mm)
blade requirements blade guard installation & removal
the blade guard fits over the riving knife and is
secured in place with one M8-1.25 x 40 button
head cap screw (see "Mounting screw" in
figure
43). this is the only fastener that needs to be
installed/removed when installing or removing the
blade guard.
When installing the blade guard, the mounting
screw must be left loose enough that the guard
can freely pivot up and down, but not so loose that
there is side-to-side play when pivoting.
testing guard for correct operation
after installing the blade guard, you must verify
that it functions correctly before making a cut. to
test the blade guard operation, lift up the front end
about 4" then release it.
• if the blade guard freely drops down against
the table surface, then it is functioning cor-
rectly and is ready for operation.
• if the blade guard remains in the position
where you released it, or it does not drop
down against the surface of the table, then
the mounting screw is too tight. Loosen it
slightly and repeat this test until the guard
functions correctly.
• if the blade guard feels loose and easily
moves back and forth as you raise it, then
the mounting screw is too loose. tighten it
slightly and repeat this test until the guard
functions correctly.
figure 43. Blade guard mounted to riving knife.
Mounting
screw
figure 44. ripping blade.
blade selection
This section on blade selection is by no means
comprehensive. Always follow the saw blade
manufacturer's recommendations to ensure safe
and efficient operation of your table saw.
Ripping Blade Features:
•
Best for cutting with the grain
• 20-40 teeth
• Flat-top ground tooth profile
• Large gullets for large chip removal
Flat
Top
Blade