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Periodically, after draining remove screws, cover
and gasket, and wipe out residual oil from gearbox
interior with a rag, before refilling. Also do this if
changing oil brands.
Figure 31
13.0 Troubleshooting the HBS-812G
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
Motor will not start. No incoming power. Check plug connection.
Blown electrical panel fuses or tripped
circuit breakers.
Replace fuses, or reset breakers.
Defective motor, switch, power cable, or
plug.
Qualified electrician/service personnel
should inspect these items.
Band Saw vibrates
excessively.
Base on uneven surface. Adjust base for even support.
Saw blade has cracks. Replace blade immediately.
Too heavy a cut. Reduce feed rate and blade speed.
Miter cuts not accurate.
Material not clamped properly, or vise
screws not tightened.
Tighten vise screws securely. Use an
adjustable square or protractor to verify
angle settings.
Blade is worn, cutting crooked. Replace blade.
Cuts not square. Feed rate too fast. Decrease feed rate.
Incorrect blade toothing in relation to
workpiece.
Check Machinery’s Handbook for
recommended blade type.
Blade is worn, cutting crooked. Replace blade.
Incorrect adjustment of bearing guides
and guide assembly.
Readjust guide assemblies.
Workpiece incorrectly positioned in vise.
Check positioning and clamping in the
vise.
Poor blade tension. Check and correct if needed.
Finished surface of
workpiece is rough,
unsatisfactory.
Blade is dull. Replace blade.
Improper blade for cutting operation.
Check Machinery’s Handbook for blade
recommendations.
Feed rate too fast. Reduce feed rate.
Blade tension too low. Increase blade tension.