Clarke WOOD CUTTING 12" BANDSAW MODEL CBS-12WB PART NO.
CONTENTS I. UNPACKINGAND CHECKINGCONTENTS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 II. TO KNOW YOUR BAND SAW . . . . . . . . . . . ' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tension AdjustmentKnob Cover Knobs Blade Guides Tension Lock Knob Guide Bar Lock Knob Table Lock Knobs Bevel Scale On-Off Switch 3 III. ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .--. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installingthe Table 4 Replacingthe Blade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I. UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS M. TO KNOW YOUR BAND SAW Unpack carton, check your machine, to see parts listed below: ; A. Basic saw assembly B. Owners Manual C. Saw Table assembly D. Bag Assembly / Containing the following parts: 1. Switch, Key 1. Tension adjusting knob . . . Tightening the knob (clockwise) will increase the tension on the blade. Loosening it (counter clockwise) will decrease the tension. (Tension lock knob must be released). 2. Cover knobs . . .
ASSEMBLY Installing The Table Replacing Apply a coat of automobile wax to the table 1. Loosen the guide bar lock knob and position The Blade top and inside surfaces of trunnion that the upper guide assembly approximately one inch above the table and tighten lock knob. slide on frame. 1. Loosen the guide bar lock knob and position the upper guide assembly all of the way up. Tighten lock knob. 2. Loosen the two blade guard mounting screws and remove the blade guard. 2.
7. Loosen the three (3) cover knobs by turning counterclockwise and remove cover. NOTE: Replace the bandsaw cover after blade is properly installed, tensioned and tracked. Tensioning The Blade NOTE: Your bandsaw can use only 1/4" (6mm) wide blades, 56-1/8" (1425mm) long. A blade is included with this saw. Ensure that, the tension lock knob is tightened before turn on the machine. Tension adjusting knob 8. Loosen the two screws that secure the lower blade guides and separate them about 1/8".
Tracking The Blade 1. Loosen the Tension Lock Knob (1/4 of a turn counter-clockwise) and turn the tracking adjustment set screw slightly with the hex wrench 3mm (Turning the set screw moves the NOTE: W hen table is tilted to a bevel angle, the lower blade guide support should be lowered to clear the table. After bevel cutting and returning table to zero position, always raise the lower blade guide up to provide maximum support for the blade. tension wheel back and forth.) 2.
Adjusting Upper Thrust Bearing 1. NOTE: The thrust bearing supports the blade from the rear and will rotate when the blade is pushed against it while you are cutting. As soon as you stop cutting, the bearing should stop rotating. NOTE: After all adjustments have been made, turn the wheel by hand (clockwise) a few turns to check blade travel and clearance. (As diagram shown in paragram "Ten-sioning the blade") Adjusting The Table 1. Replace the blade guard on the upper assembly and tighten screws. 2.
IV. SAFETY RULES * Follow instructions for mounting to workbench, substituting a board 18" x 24" minimum size and using inch flat head screws, General Safety Rules: 1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 2. lock washers, and hex nuts (not included). NOTE: For proper stability, holes must be counter sunk so screw heads are flush with the bottom surface of supporting board. * Securely clamp board to workbench using "C" clamps. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND W RENCHES.
Special Safety Rules For Band Saws 16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons. 1. Place the blade guard to within approximately 1/8" above the material being cut. 2. Always keep hands and fingers away from the saw blade, especially at the end of a cut. 17. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted. 18.
VI. BASIC OPERATION & TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE V. GROUNDING GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS Basic Operation A band saw is basically a "curve cutting" machine. It flow and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool has a three-wire electric lead that is also used for straight-line cutting operations such as cross cutting, ripping, mitering, beveling, has a earth conductor and earthed plug.
4. Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Excessive Blade Probable Cause Solution 1 Material loose in vise 1 Clamp work securely 2 Teeth too course for Problem Probable Cause Bad Cuts 5 Guide bearings not adjusted properly. 5 Adjust guide bearings to .002 greater than max. thickness, including weld, of the saw. 6 Inadequate blade tension 6 Increase blade tension a little at a time. 7 Blade guides spaced out too much. 7 Move guides as close to work as possible.
VII. MAINTENANCE VIII TECHNICALDATA Lubricate the following components periodically. € 1. Ball bearings. € € € € 2. Bearings of blade guides. 3. Bearing of driven wheel. Bench type, portable weight wood cutting band saw. Motor direct drive, one speed operation. Table can be titled 0°— 45 ° for bevel cut. Sawblade included. Quiet, free maintenance motor. SPECIFICATIONS: Speed ________ 2250 FPM (50 Hz) ______________________ Capacity 12" THROAT/3mm 10" THROAT/5Omm ___________. -20- 3.
IX. PARTS LISTING Ref. No. Description Part No. Unit Ref. No. Description Part No. Unit 1 Knob MB6A-005 4 37 Shaft guide support MB6A-036 1 2 3 Washer Clamp-guide rod * 1 7/64" x 47/64" x 1/16" MB6-017 7 1 38 Support upper guide MB6-014E 1 39 Support guide MB6-010E 1 4 Screw set hex.
X. PARTS DIAGRAM Clarke POWER PRODUCTS DEAR CUSTOMER CONGRATULATIONS ON THE PURCHASE OF THIS CLARKE POWER PRODUCT WHICH WE TRUST WILL GIVE YOU LONG AND TROUBLEFREE SERVICE. SHOULD YOU EXPERIENCE ANY DIFFICULTY WITH THE ASSEMBLY OR OPERATION OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE CONTACT OUR SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT THE ADDRESS BELOW :CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT, CLARKE INTERNATIONAL, DOWNS ROAD, LONDON. E5.
