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Model G0901 (Mfd. Since 09/19)
Test Run
DO NOT start machine until all preceding
setup instructions have been performed.
Operating an improperly set up machine
may result in malfunction or unexpect-
ed results that can lead to serious injury,
death, or machine/property damage.
Serious injury or death can result from
using this machine BEFORE understanding
its controls and related safety information.
DO NOT operate, or allow others to operate,
machine until the information is understood.
To test run sawmill:
1. Clear all setup tools away from machine.
2. Read and understand Briggs & Stratton
engine manual that accompanied this sawmill
and follow all safety precautions. Read and
understand entire Grizzly manual and follow
all safety precautions.
3. Fill engine to required fuel and oil levels.
IMPORTANT: Engine is not filled prior to
shipping. Running engine without proper oil
and fuel can result in irrepairable damage.
4. Ensure blade cover is completely closed.
5. Twist Emergency Stop button clockwise until
it springs out (see
Figure 21). This resets the
switch so the machine can start.
6. Close choke ( ), then pull starter rope
to start engine. Verify engine starts and
runs smoothly without any unusual problems,
leaks, or noises.
7. Press Emergency Stop button to turn machine
OFF.
8. WITHOUT resetting Emergency Stop button,
try to start machine by pulling starter. The
machine should not start.
— If the machine does not start, the safety
feature of the Emergency Stop button is
working correctly.
— If the machine does start with the
Emergency stop button pushed in, imme-
diately turn it
OFF. The safety feature of
the Emergency Stop button is NOT work-
ing properly and must be replaced before
further using the machine.
9. Reset the Emergency Stop button, then open
the blade cover and secure it with blade
cover latch. Try to start machine by pulling
starter. The machine should not start.
— If the machine does not start, the safety
feature of the limit switch is working cor-
rectly. Congratulations! The Test Run is
complete.
— If the machine does start with blade cover
open, immediately turn it
OFF. The limit
switch is NOT working properly and must
be replaced before further using the
machine.
Figure 21. Resetting the switch.
Once assembly is complete, test run machine to
ensure engine and safety components are func-
tioning correctly.
If you find an unusual problem during the test run,
immediately stop the machine, disconnect it from
power, and fix the problem BEFORE operating the
machine again. The
Troubleshooting table in the
SERVICE section of this manual can help.
The Test Run consists of verifying the following:
1) The engine starts and runs correctly, and 2) the
Emergency Stop button and limit switch function
properly.
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