This guide covers uncrating, assembly, and testing of the Grizzly G0449 37" Drum Sander and G0450 model. It includes safety checks, inventory, machine placement, assembling top cover, pulley cover, control panel, handwheel, electrical connections, gearbox oil check, and a detailed test run of controls including emergency stop functionality. Final steps cover dust collection setup and operator familiarization.
This video details uncrating, assembly, and testing of the G0449 37" Drum Sander, with tips that also apply to the G0450 15-horsepower, three-phase model. Whether you’re setting up a new machine or performing routine assembly, this step-by-step guide ensures a smooth process.
We've also included the step-by-step instructions below so you can follow along.
Assembly Steps for Grizzly G0449/G0450 Drum Sander:
Before Assembly:
- Review Safety Precautions: Ensure you understand the safety instructions in the user manual.
- Inventory Parts: Verify all parts are present according to the packing list.
- Plan Placement: Choose a location considering machine size, workpiece length, and access to power (60-amp, 240-volt circuit required).
Assembly:
- Top Cover (with Assistant):
- Remove 6 cap screws already in place for the top cover.
- Place the cover on the sander and connect it to the hinges.
- Install gas struts and tighten jam nuts.
- Close the top cover.
- Pulley Cover:
- Remove lock knobs from the pulley cover.
- Rotate the V-belt down and check for scraping sounds (adjust dust housings if needed).
- Control Panel (with Assistant):
- Remove hardware from the control panel support arm.
- Lift the control panel into place and connect the support brace.
- Handwheel:
- Connect the handwheel.
- Machine Placement:
- Carefully remove the machine from the pallet and position it.
- Consider anchoring the machine to the floor (optional).
- Electrical Connection (Power Off):
- Remove the junction box cover on the back.
- Feed the power cord through the strain relief and tighten it.
- Connect the wires according to the diagram (specific for G0449 vs. G0450).
- Reinstall the junction box cover.
- Gearbox Oil Level:
- Check the oil level through the sight glass on the gearbox.
- Add oil if needed according to the manual (change oil every 500 hours).
Test Run:
- Emergency Stop Button:
- Push in the emergency stop button and twist clockwise to pop out and reset.
- Conveyor Buttons:
- Press the conveyor start button, then stop button (verify operation).
- Sanding Drum Buttons:
- Press the sanding drum start button, then stop button (verify operation).
- Emergency Stop Functionality:
- Press in the emergency stop button without resetting.
- Try to start the conveyor (machine should not start). If it does, disconnect power and contact Grizzly support.
- Emergency Stop Bar:
- Reset the emergency stop button and start the conveyor.
- Press the emergency stop bar (verify complete stop).
Final Steps:
- Dust Collection:
- Connect a dust collection system (minimum 1600 cfm) to each of the four 4" dust ports on the top cover.
- Familiarization:
- Get familiar with the basic controls of the machine.
- Choose sandpaper and begin using your drum sander!