Table of contents SAFETy Safety ......................................................... 2 Specifications ............................................. 6 Setup .......................................................... 6 Operation .................................................... 7 Maintenance ............................................... 9 Parts List and Diagram .............................. 10 Warranty ....................................................
. Personal safety 4. Power tool use and care c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e.
7. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool. 8. Do not lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop. Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control. SAFETy 9. When using a handheld power tool, maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands to resist starting torque. 10. Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving. 11.
TO PREVENT ELEcTRIc SHOcK AND DEATH FROM INcORREcT GROUNDING WIRE cONNEcTION: Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Specifications SAFETy Capacity Motor Blade FPM Blade TPI Blade Dimensions Features 4‑1/2″ x 4‑1/2″ 120V~ / 60Hz / 6A 0 ~ 230 14 44‑7/8″ L x 1/2″ W x 0.025″ Thick 3 Bearing Blade Guide, Trigger Lock, Variable Speed E257393 Note: Performance of this tool (if powered by line voltage) may vary depending on variations in local line voltage. Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance.
Operation SAFETy Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Tool Set Up TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy: Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, heavy-duty work gloves, and heavy-duty long-sleeved shirt or coat whenever handling or working near the bandsaw blade. The bandsaw blade can suddenly spring out during service.
Blade Tensioning WARNING! BEFORE EAcH USE, MAKE SURE THE TENSION HANDLE IS IN THE TIGHTENED POSITION (MAKING THE BLADE TAUT), AS FOLLOWS: SAFETy 1. Make sure the Blade is centered on the Guide Bearings (45) and evenly fits around the wheels. 2. Turn the Tension Handle (24) until the blade is taut and the handle “Tight”. 3. Plug in the tool and put on your ear/eye protection, and turn on the tool.
Maintenance and Servicing SAFETy Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OPERATION: Make sure that the Trigger is in the off-position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM TOOL FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Parts List and Diagram PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING cAREFULLy SAFETy THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.
OPERATION SETUP SAFETy Assembly Diagram MAINTENANcE Please note: Variable Speed Dial (78) note shown. REV 04a; 04g; 04h; 06f; 06g Item 47840 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.