Product Manual

USING THE QUICK VISE
The band saw machine is equipped with a quick-action vise
jaw which allowsyou to instantly position the movable vise
jaw (B). Simply turn the handwheel (A) counterclockwise
1/2 turn, move the vise jaw to the desired position, then
tighten the vise jaw against the workpiece by turning
hand-wheel clockwise.
QUICK VISE ADJUSTMENT FOR ANGLE CUT
1. Loosen screws A, C, and E.
2. Adjust the rear vise (B) to the threaded hole position.
3. Set the scale to the desired angle.
4. Adjust the front vise (D) to parallel the rear vise (B).
5. retighten screws A, C, and E.
BLADE GUIDE BEARING ADJUSTMENT
This is the most important adjustment on your saw. It is impossible to get satisfactory work
from your saw if the blade guides are not properly adjusted. The blade guide bearings for your
band saw are adjusted and power tested with several test cuts before leaving the factory to
insure the proper setting.
The need for adjustment should rarely occur if the saw is used properly. If the guides become
out of adjustment, it is extremely important to readjust immediately. If proper adjustment is not
maintained, the blade will not cut straight and if the situation is not corrected, it will cause blade
damage.
Because guide adjustment is a critical factor in the performance of your saw, it is always best to
try a new blade to see if this will correct poor cutting before beginning to adjust the bearings. If
a blade becomes dull on one side sooner than the other, for example, it will not cut straight. A
simple blade change should correct this problem, the more difficult guide adjustment will not.
If a new blade does not correct the problem, check the blade guides for proper spacing. There
should be 0.001" clearance between the 0.025" thickness blade and guide bearing. The inner
guide bearing is fixed and cannot be adjusted. The outer guide bearing is mounted to an
eccentric bolt and can be adjusted. To obtain this clearance, adjust as follows:
1. Loosen the nut (#126) while holding the eccentric bolt with a wrench.
2. Position the eccentric bolt (#130) by turning the bolt (#131) to the desired position of clearance.
3. Tighten the nut (#126).
4. Adjust the second blade guide bearing in the same manner.
5. The back edge of the blade should just touch the lip of the blade guide bearing.
BLADE TRACK ADJUSTMENT
1. Open the blade guard (#97).
2. Remove the blade guide assemblies (top and bottom)
3. Loosen the hex head screw (#98) in the tilting mechanism to a point where it is loose but snug.
4. With the machine running, adjust both the set screw (#117) and blade tension knob (#107)
simultaneously to keepconstant tension on the blade. The set screw (#117) and blade tension
knob (#107) are always turned in opposite directions, when one is turned clockwise the other
is turned counterclockwise. The blade is tracking properly when the back side just touches
the shoulder of the pulley or a slight gap appears near the center line of the pulley. Care
should be taken not to over tighten the saw blade since this will give a false adjustment and
limit the life of the blade.
5. Tighten the hex head screw (#111) in the tilting mechanism. IMPORTANT: Sometimes in
trying to make this critical adjustment it is possible to cause the basic setting to be
misaligned. Should this occur, proceeds as follows:
a. Loosen the set screw (#117) and back it out as far as it can go but still remain in the
threaded hole.
b. Turn the hex head screw (#111) clockwise until it stops (do not tighten).
c. Turn the set screw (#117) clockwise until it bottoms out, then continue for half a turn and
check the tracking by turning on the machine.
d. If further adjustment is required, go back to step 4.
6. Turn off power to the saw.
7. Replace the blade guide assemblies; it may be necessary to loosen the blade tension slightly.
8. Adjust the vertical position of blade guide bearing assemblies so that the back side of the
blade just touches the ball bearings.
9. Make a final run to check tracking. If required, touch up adjustment (See step 4)
10. Replace the blade guards.
After Each Use
When you finished your work, clean the saw of debris and scrap of metal and spread a thin coat
of oil on the surfaces thatnot painted to prevent rust.
Store the saw when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect the saw for good working condition prior to storage and again before re-use.
Maintenance
Maintain your tool. It is recommended that the general condition of any tool be examined before
it is used. Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a program of conscientious repair and
maintenance in accordance with the recommended procedures found in this manual.
Keep all cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
WARNING:
Put both the power switches in the locked or off position before making any adjustments or
changing parts. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the saw accidentally.
LUBRICATION
Lubricate the following components using SAE-30 oil as noted.
1. The driven pulley bearing: 6-8 drops a week.
2. The vise lead screw: as needed.
3. The drive gears run in an oil bath and do not require a lubricant change more often than once
a year, unless the lubricant is accidentally contaminated or a leak occurs because of
improper replacement of the gear box cover. During the first few days of operation, the worm
gear drive will run hot. Unless the temperature exceeds 200ºF, there is no cause for alarm.
4. The following lubricants may be used for the gear box:
a) Atlantic Refinery Co., Mogul Cyl. Oil
b) Cities Service Optimus No.6
c) Gulf Refinery Co Medium Gear Oil
d) Pure Oil co. Park Clipper
CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
NOTE:This machine is prewired for 110V operation. If you plan to operate your machine at 220V,
both the motor and pump must be rewired by a qualified electrician according to the wiring
diagram below. Both the motor and pump must be set for the same voltage.
WARNING: Electrocution or fire could result if machine is not grounded and installed
in compliance with electrical codes. Compliance MUST be verified by a qualified electrician!
CAUTION: Serious personal injury could occur if you connect the machine to power
before completing the assembly/setup process. DO NOT connect the machine to the power
until it is fully assembled.
Full Load Amperage Draw
Amp Draw at 110V (prewired)..........16 Amps Amp Draw at 220V..........8 Amps
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7 x 12 Metal Band Saw With Vertical Cutting Table
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7 x 12 Metal Band Saw With Vertical Cutting Table
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