International, Inc. Saw User Manual

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Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 8/10)
OPERATIONS
Table Tilt
The table tilts 45° to the right and 10° to the left for a
wide range of cutting options.
To tilt the table, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Loosen the two trunnion lock knobs underneath the
table (see Figure 40), then use the tilt scale on
the front of the trunnion to bring the table to the
desired angle.
Note: When tilting the table to the left, the
positive stop must be lowered or removed.
Remember to properly re-adjust it after returning
the table from a left-hand tilt (refer to Page 18).
3. Tighten both trunnion lock knobs to secure the table
in place.
If the bandsaw should unexpectedly
start when making adjustments, severe
personal injury could result. ALWAYS
disconnect the bandsaw from power
before making any adjustments.
Figure 40. Location of trunnion lock knob
(1 of 2).
Lock Knob
Adjusting Guide Post
The guide post (see Figure 41) moves the blade guide
assembly up or down. To cut accurately and safely, the
bottom of the blade guide assembly must be no more
than 1" above the workpiece during cutting operations—
this positioning provides the greatest blade support and
minimizes the length of moving blade that is exposed to
the operator.
To adjust the guide post, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Make sure that the blade tension, blade tracking,
support bearings, and blade guides are adjusted
correctly.
3. Loosen the guide post lock knob shown in Figure 41.
4. Rotate the guide post handwheel to properly position
the blade guide assembly above the workpiece, then
re-tighten the lock knob to secure the setting.
Figure 41. Guide post controls.
Handwheel
Lock
Knob
Guide Post