Table of contents Technical data……………………………………………………….. General safety rules………………………………………………….. Specific safety rules for band saws………………………………….. Electrical information………………………………………………... Know your band saw………………………………………………… Assembly and adjustments…………………………………………… Operation…………………………………………………………….. Maintenance…………………………………………………………. Exploded view and parts list………………………………………….
General safety rules Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your band saw works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug in the band saw until the following steps have been read and understood. 1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the tool’s applications, limitations, and possible hazards. 2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS.
General safety rules (continued) 13. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to OFF. Do not leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop. 14. NEVER STAND ON A TOOL. Serious injury could result if the tool tips or is accidentally hit. DO NOT store anything above or near the tool. 15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oilresistantrubber-soled footwear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scrap, and other debris. 16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY.
Specific safety rules for band saws 1. To avoid injury from unexpected movement, make sure the saw is on a firm, level surface and properly secured to prevent rocking. Make sure there is adequate space for operations. Bolt the saw to a support surface to prevent slipping or sliding during operation. 2. Turn off and unplug the saw before moving it. 3. Use the correct size and style of blade. 4. Make sure the blade teeth point down and toward the table. 5.
Electrical information Grounding Instructions IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
Electrical information (continued) WARNING: This saw is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Guidelines for Using Extension Cords Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Know your band saw 1 2 3 4 1 5 2 3 4 5 6 6 Blade tension adjusting knob Ball bearing guide Miter gauge Switch Locking fence Metal stand WARNING: For your own safety, read the instruction manual before operating the band saw. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Wear eye protection. Do not wear gloves, neckties, jewelry, or loose clothing. Make sure the saw is on a firm, level surface and properly secured. Use only the recommended accessories. Use extra caution with very large, very small, or awkwardly-shapedworkpieces.
Assembly and adjustments Unpacking Carefully unpack the band saw and all its parts, and compare against the list below. Do not discard the carton or any packaging until the band saw is completely assembled. WARNING: If any part is missing or damaged, do not plug in the band saw until the missing or damaged part is replaced.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) WARNING:Unplug the machine from the power source before assembling or adjusting anything. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. To Assemble the Stand(Figure 1) 1. Place the band saw (A) on its back either on the floor or (preferably) on a workbenchas shown above. 2. Assemble the four legs (G) to the inside of the base of the band saw, securing each leg with two carriage bolts (Q1), flat washers (R1) and nuts (S1). Only hand-tighten at this time. 3.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) Table Installation (Figure 2) 1. Place the table on to the upper table trunnion, takingcare when passing the saw blade through the slot ofthe table (see Figure 2). 2. Attach M6 x 30 hex head bolt and nut to hole next to theinsert in the table’s bottom. Locate four M6 x 16 hex boltsand four M6 serrated washers from the bag of looseparts. Mount the table to the upper table trunnion andinstall a bolt with a washer in each hole. Tighten with an adjustable wrench.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) Rail Guide and Fence Installation (Figure 4 & 5) Figure 4 Rail Guide Attach the rail guide (Fig. 4) to the front of the table. Secure with four lock knobs. Figure 5 Place fence assembly (Fig. 5) onto the table at the miter slot. The rear hook should engage the rear of the table. The fence body should engage the rail guide. Changing Blades (Figure 6) Blade tension knob WARNING!Blade teeth are sharp! Use care when handling the saw blade.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) Note: The blade teeth should face the operator and should point down towards the table. 9. Position the blade to track in the middle of the rubber tires on the wheels (M, R). 10. Engage tension on the blade by turning the blade tension knob (Figure 6). 11. Tighten the tracking knob (Figure7). 12. Replace rail guide (Figure 4).
Assembly and adjustments (continued) 1. Open the upper and lower doors. Rotate the wheel forward by hand, and observe the position of the blade on the wheel. It should be in the center of the wheel. 2. Loosen the lock knob (Figure 7) and make adjustment with tracking knob (Figure 7) while rotating wheel by hand. 3. Tightening the tracking knob slightly will move the blade so it tracks towards the rear of machine.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) If a blade is being replaced with a new one of a different size, the adjustment described above may fall out of range and further adjustment may be required as follows: Loosen the hex cap screw (G, not visible) with a 10mm wrench and adjust the entire assembly backwards or forwards to clear the back of the saw blade. Tighten screw (G), and then fine-tune the adjustment by repeating the first part of this step. 6.
Operation ON/OFF Switch(Figure 11) 1. To turn the saw ON, move the switch to the up (ON) position. 2. To turn the saw OFF, move the switch to the down (OFF) position. 3. To lock the switch in the OFF position: Figure 11 a) Wait until the band saw has come to a complete stop. b) Remove the safety key from the switch housing. Store the safety key in a safe place. 4. To unlock the switch and turn the saw ON, insert the safety key into the switch, and move the switch to the ON position.
Operation (cont.) Cutting Curves When cutting curves, carefully turn the work piece so the blade follows without twisting. If the curve is so sharp that you repeatedly back up and cut new kerf, use a narrower blade, or a blade with more set (teeth further apart). When a blade has more set, the work piece turns easier but cuts rougher. When changing a cut, do not withdraw the work piece from the blade. The blade may get drawn offthe wheels.
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Exploded view and parts list (Band saw) Item# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Stock# 3912-101 3912-102 3912-103 3912-104 3912-105 3912-106 3912-107 3912-108 3912-109 3912-110 3912-111 3912-112 3912-113 3912-114 3912-115 3912-116 3912-117 3912-118 3912-119 3912-120 3912-121 3912-122 3912-123 3912-124 3912-125 3912-126 Description Door Locking Knob Lower Door Assembly Upper Door Assembly Retaining Ring Upper Wheel Shaft Tension Block Flange Nut Tension Bracket Frame E-Ri
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Exploded view and parts list (Table assembly) Item# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Stock# 3912-201 3912-202 3912-203 3912-204 3912-205 3912-206 3912-207 3912-208 3912-209 3912-210 3912-211 3912-212 3912-213 3912-214 3912-215 3912-216 3912-217 3912-218 3912-219 3912-220 3912-221 3912-222 Description Tap Screw Cover Rack Plate Guide Post Guide Pin Rack Gear and Shaft Knob Shaft Upper Guide Seat Tap Screw Set Screw Upper Guide Housing Set Screw Set Screw Thrust Bearing Shaft Ball Be
Exploded view and parts list (Stand) Item# 1 2 3 4 5 Stock# 3912-301 3912-302 3912-303 3912-304 3912-305 Description Bolt M8x40 Base Wahser 8 Nut 8 Bolt M8x16 Item# 6 7 8 9 Stock# 3912-306 3912-307 3912-308 3912-309 23 Description Stand Leg Short Support Plate Long Support Plate Rubber Foot
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