8” Woodworking Bandsaw Owner’s Manual Model: 10-340 Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial number: Date of purchase: For more information: www.rikontools.com Part #10-340M2 or info@rikontools.com For Parts or Questions: techsupport@rikontools.
Operator Safety: Required Reading IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend that this tool not be modified and/or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions about its application, do not use the tool until you have contacted us and we have advised you.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT TOOLS. Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters. ALWAYS AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in cord. NEVER LEAVE TOOLS RUNNING UNATTENDED. ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before initial or continual use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be checked to assure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Table of Contents Safety Warnings..................................................................................................................................................2 -3 Bandsaw Safety Rules ..........................................................................................................................3 Specifications ........................................................................................................................................4 Contents of Package ..........
Unpacking and Checking Contents Model 10-340 18” Bandsaw is shipped complete in one box. 1. Unpacking and Checking Contents a. Separate all “loose parts” from packaging materials and check each item with “Table of Loose Parts” to make sure all items are accounted for, before discarding any packaging material. b. Thread hoist ring into threading hole on top of Bandsaw frame. This allows the user to connect a properly secured hoist mechanism to lift the Bandsaw. c.
Loose Parts List of loose parts in the box marked “G” 6
Getting To Know Your Bandsaw A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. Hoist Ring Tension Indicator Window Blade Tension Hand-wheel Switch Rip Fence Speed Hand-wheel Blade Guide Guide Post Hand-Wheel I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P.
Assembly The machine is supplied partly assembled. Prior to use, the following items have to be assembled: working table, rip fence and hand-wheels. WARNING! To ensure sufficient upright stability and safety of this Bandsaw, you need to bolt the Bandsaw to the floor with M10 screws.(Fig 1) (not supplied) Assemble Working Table Installing 90°stop: Thread screw (m8x20) and nut (M81.25) to the bottom of the table. (Fig. 4A) Figure 1 With the help of another person, lift the working table onto the trunnion.
Adjustment Setting the Table Square to Saw Blade The table may be set at 90° to the saw blade sides by adjusting the table stop screw under the table. The table stop screw rests on the top of the quick release adjustment stop. By first loosening the locking nut (A--Fig. 5) and then adjusting the screw (B--Fig. 5), the table can be set correctly. Retighten the locking nut (A--Fig. 5) making sure that the setting is maintained.
Adjusting the Blade Guides Upper Guides: To adjust the upper blade guides, first position the roller guides relative to the blade by loosening the locking hex screw (A--Fig. 9) and moving the guide carrier until the roller guides are approx. 1/16” behind the gullets of the blade. Next set the roller guides to within 1/32” of the blade by releasing the screw (B--Fig. 9) on each side of the blade. Do not set the guides too close, as this will adversely affect the life of the blade.
Changing the Blade Speed / Belt Tension WARNING! Before changing the speed, always make sure the machine has been unplugged from the electrical supply. This Bandsaw has two blade speeds, low speed (1510 ft/ min) and high speed (3220 ft/min). The lower wheel (A--Fig. 13) has two integral “V” form pulleys, and the motor shaft has a twin multi-vee form pulley (B--Fig. 13). The “V” belt (C--Fig. 13) passes around the wheel pulley and the motor pulley.
Re-sawing For re-sawing, attach the 3/8” x 3” post to the slot on the fence. Position the re-saw bar so that it is aligned with the front of the blade. The re-saw bar helps to correct any blade wandering during re-sawing operations. Operation The blade cuts on a continuous down-stroke. With both hands, firmly hold the workpiece down on the table, and feed it towards the blade slowly, keeping your hands away from the blade. For best results the blade must be sharp.
Troubleshooting WARNING! FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE MACHINE BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY TROUBLESHOOTING. TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY The machine does not work when switched on. 1. No power supply. 2. Defective switch. Check the cable for breakage. Contact your local dealer for repair. The blade does not move 1. The quick release lever or with the motor running. blade tension handwheel has not been tightened. 2. The blade has come off one of the wheels. 3.
Troubleshooting Cont. Adjusting the Upper Blade Guide Bearings Parallel to the Blade (Refer to page 17 parts diagram) This step may not be necessary, it is factory preset. If adjustment is needed follow the steps below. First slightly loosen part #162 (4 each) cap screw on rear of upper Bandsaw housing (see page 17 in parts diagram) This will allow you to adjust the micro adjustment screws on part #164 (Guide Bracket). Next place a 3mm “L” wrench through one of the holes in part #169 (Guide Bracket Cover).
Parts Diagram 15
Parts Diagram Cont.
Parts List Part No. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Description Tube Ring Frame Set Screw M6-1.0x10 Switch Cord Flat Washer M5 Power Cord Hex Nut M6-1.0 Pointer Step Screw Upper Shaft Roll Pin 5x36 Upper Wheel Shaft Hinge Upper Wheel Shaft Bushing Bearing 6204 Upper Wheel Int Retaining Ring M47 Flat Washer M8 Hex Bolt M8-1.25x30 Saw Blade Board Hex Bolt M6-1.
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