14” DELUXE 2 SPEED HYBRID BANDSAW
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1. s 16 CC 22 MING 6 0 00 mE 24 gt 26 INTRODUCTION This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine It should be kept available for immediate reference so that all operations can be performed with maximum efficiency and safety Do not attempt to perform maintenance or operate this machine until you have read and understand the information contained in this manual The drawings illustrations photographs and specifications in this user manual represent your machine at time of print However changes may be made to your machine or this manual at any time with no obligation to Steel City Works PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Product Specifications Cutting Capacity Height Cutting Capacity Width 12 305 mm 13 1 2 343 mm Blade Length 105 Blade Speed 1500 3000 SFPM Minimum Blade Width 1 8 Maximum Blade Width 3 4 Table Size G 16 X 21 Table Size C 16 X 16 Table Tilt 45R 3L Table Height from Floor 39 990 mm Wheel Diameter 14 356 mm Dust Port Size 4 102 Motor Specifications Horsepower 1 1 2 HP Amps 14 Volts 115 Phase Single Hertz 60 Hz RPM 1725 Product Dimensions Footprint 28 x 20 3 4 Width 32 815 mm Depth 31 5 805 mm Height 71 1804 mm Net Weight 291 Ib 132 kg Shipping Dimensions2. ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operat ing power tools AWARNING ALWAYS wear hearing protection Plain cotton is not an acceptable protective device Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI 53 19 Standards AWARNING 4 ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or air borne particles 5 ALWAYS keep the work area clean well lit and organized DO NOT work in an area that has slip pery floor surfaces from debris grease and wax 6 ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle before making adjustments changing parts or performing any maintenance 7 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure that the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical receptacle AWARNING 8 AVOID a dangerous working environment DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to rain or moisture AWARNING 9 CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing switch keys unplugging tools from the electrical receptacles and using padlocks 10 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
3. 24 DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform an opera tion for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the machine was intended DO NOT stand on a machine Serious injury could result if it tips over or you accidentally contact any moving part DO NOT store anything above or near the machine DO NOT operate any machine or tool if under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication EACH AND EVERY time check for damaged parts prior to using any machine Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly are not damaged and perform their intended functions Check for alignment binding or breakage of all moving parts Any guard or other part that is dam aged should be immediately repaired or replaced Ground all machines If any machine is supplied with a 3 prong plug it must be plugged into a 3 contact electrical receptacle The third prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the third prong Keep visitors and children away from any machine DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the machine is operating KEEP protective guards in place and in working order MAINTAIN your balance DO NOT extend yourself over the tool Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax MAINTAIN all machines with care ALWAYS KEEP mac
4. Carton Type Cardboard Metal Width 23 580 mm Depth 22 560 mm Height 74 1880 mm Gross Weight 307 lbs 139 kg ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS e 50417 105 x 1 8 x 14T x 025 HP 50418 105 x 3 16 x 10T x 025 RK e 50419 105 x 1 4 x 6T x 025 PC e 50420 105 x 3 8 x 3T x 032 AS e 50421 105 x 1 2 x 3T x 025 PC e 50422 105 x 1 2 x 3T x 032 AS e 50423 105 x 3 4 x 3T x 025 AS S There are a variety of accessories available for your Steel City Product For more information on any accessories associated with this and other machines please contact your nearest Steel City distributor or visit our website at www steelcitytoolworks com DEFINITION OF TERMS Blade drift A problem that may occur when the blade begins to wander off the cutting line Crosscutting Cutting across the grain of the workpiece Guide Bearings Located on either side of the blade providing stability for blade while in operation Resaw he process of slicing stock to reduce its thickness Ripping Cutting lengthwise down the workpiece with the grain of the wood Set Refers to the way in which the saw teeth are bent or positioned Tracking Refers to the position of the saw blade on the wheels while the machine is running Thrust Bearing Located behind the saw blade pro viding support to the back of the blade when the saw is in operation FEATURE IDENTIFICATION Fence Assembly A Power Switch
5. Read and understand this manual before using machine 14 DELUXE 2 SPEED HYBRID BANDSAW Model Number 50155 GP 90155C 233282 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS VER 12 19 13 THANK YOU for purchasing your new Steel City Bandsaw This bandsaw has been designed tested and inspected with you the customer in mind When properly assembled used and main tained your bandsaw will provide you with years of trouble free service which is why it is backed by one of the best machinery warranties in the business This bandsaw is Just one of many products 1n the Steel City s family of woodworking machinery and is proof of our commitment to total customer satisfaction At Steel City we continue to strive for excellence each and every day and value the opinion of you our customer For comments about your bandsaw or Steel City Tool Works please visit our web site at www steelcitytoolworks com TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION C c CC TE 2 2 Bree ME T m 2 IAS UIC AION MENT 3 Emm 4 POJU E E EEE E E E 6 Electrical Fre CUI 7 Anding BITTE 8 Unpacking amp AV CIO 9 PSS SV Pe 12
6. G tighten the Allen screw E with the hex wrench B SEE FIG 28 Slide the rod D into position through the slide base G by loosening the knob H and then tighten knob SEE FIG 29 5 Loosen the thumbscrew C and slide the drawing pin A through the rod D SEE FIG 30 To use this attachment place your stock on the table With the center marked on the wood position the drawing pin over the cross by loosening the knob and the thumbscrew Tighten the knob and use a mallet to tap the top of the drawing pin to seat in the X cross on the wood and tighten thumbscrew Next turn on the bandsaw and begin to push stock through the blade to cut For a live demonstration check out on YouTube 20 BELT TENSION Belt tension is adjusted using the tension knob A and wing nut B It should be done on initial set up and checked periodically for wear as the belt may stretch over time Correct belt tension is achieved when there is deflection of 1 2 at its midpoint C SEE FIG 31 1 Loosen wing nut B and turn knob A clockwise to increase tension by pushing the bearings D against the belt E to make manual deflection of approximately 1 2 at this midpoint SEE FIG 32 Note Lower wheel removed for clarity CHANGING BLADE SPEED This bandsaw is designed to run at either 1 500 SFPM Square feet per minute or 3000 SFPM Which speed the blade runs at is determined by which set of pulleys the drive belt rests on If the b
7. to the front rail using five M6 x 14mm hex head screws five M6 lock washers and five M6 flat washers Try to center the screws in the slots of the front rail Snug up the screws but do not fully tighten at this time SEE FIG 12 FENCE ADJUSTMENT A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Place the fence A onto the guide tube B Make sure that the hook on the rear of the fence fits under the rear rail SEE FIG 13 Align fence body with miter slot C Lock the fence in place by pressing down on the handle The fence body should align parallel If adjustment is necessary loosen the 2 hex bolts D in the top of the fence body and shift the body until it is parallel with the miter slot then tighten the hex bolts SEE FIG 13 If fence body is still out of alignment with miter slot you should adjust the 5 screws under guide tube and 2 screws under from rail by right left and front rear Next have fence body and C miter slot in alignment to level the 0 on scale After this tighten the 7 piece SCrews With the fence locked in position on the guide tube match the cursor line with the scale to zero when the fence body is against the blade If the cursor and scale are correct tighten the bolts that hold the guide tube in place The other markings on the scale are for use with the resaw post A CAUTION Do not force the fence into the blade so that it bends The fenc
8. B Flexible Lamp C Blade Tension Cam Handle D Blade Guard Adjustment Knob E Blade Guard F Table G H Mobile Base Caster Assembly GENERAL SAFETY AWARNING TO AVOID serious injury and damage to the machine read and follow all Safety and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine This manual is not totally comprehensive It does not and can not convey every possible safety and opera tional problem which may arise while using this machine The manual will cover many of the basic and specific safety procedures needed in an industrial envi ronment All federal and state laws and any regulations having jurisdiction covering the safety requirements for use of this machine take precedence over the statements in this manual Users of this machine must adhere to all such regulations Below is a list of symbols that are used to attract your attention to possible dangerous conditions gt This is the international safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury A WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation if not avoid
9. the pointer on the bevel scale F SEE FIG 20 shown off mark for your reference SETTING 45 DEGREE STOP 1 Loosen both locking knobs A SEE FIG 20 only one shown 2 Tilt the table until the pointer reaches the 45 degree mark on the scale I SEE FIG 20 3 l an adjustment is necessary loosen hex nut adjust 45 degree stop bolt until the contacts the table and then tighten G To make adjustment use Allen Key 3mm from bottom side arrow Turn right or left to achieve 45 degrees then tighten G SEE FIG 21 18 UPPER BEARING ADJUSTMENT NOTICE Make certain that you have followed all of the steps in the SETTING BLADE TENSION section in the adjustments section of this manual prior to Starting this section A WARNING b N amp MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Remove the guard by loosening the 2 Philipps screws A SEE FIG 23 screw driver not supplied Loosen thumbscrew B for the thrust bearing C and slide until it is within 003 arrow of the saw blade Equivalent to thickness of a buiness card Once bearing is set tighten the thumb screw B FIG 24 The guide bearings D should be positioned within 1 32 of the blade an adjustment is necessary loosen thumbscrew E and adjust knob F only one shown until the bearing is positioned the correct distance away and behind the teeth taking into account the thrust bearing settin
10. CHANGING BLADES A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE A Remove the table insert and take the tension off of the blade by rotating the cam lever A clockwise SEE FIG 36 in upwards position May need to turn knob B to release more tension B Open both upper and lower doors of the bandsaw C Carefully remove the blade from between the upper and lower guides and remove the blade from bottom of the wheels Slide the blade through the slot in the table to remove the old blade D Toinstall reverse the procedure Guide the new blade through the slot in the table and place onto the center of the upper and lower wheels with the blade passing through the upper and lower bearings Bearings may need to be reset if you change the size of the blade Turn knob B to snug blade pull cam lever A horizontally to stabilize tension SEE FIG 36 E Replace the table insert NOTE The teeth of the blade must point down and towards the front of the saw REPLACING POLY V BELT A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Open the lower door by rotating the black knob counter clockwise SEE FIG 37 2 Remove the 3 screws on the right side B and repeat on the left side with a Philipp s driver not supplied SEE FIG 37 Release blade tension Refer to instructions for CHANGING THE BLADE Remove the blade With the belt exposed loosen the
11. National Electrical Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only AWARNING 4 TO REDUCE the risk of electrical shock DO NOT use this machine outdoors DO NOT expose to rain or moisture Store indoors in a dry area 5 AWARNING STOP using this machine if at any time you experience difficulties in performing any operation Contact your supervisor instructor or machine service center immediately Safety decals are on this machine to warn and direct you to how to protect yourself or visitors from personal injury These decals MUST be maintained so that they are legible REPLACE decals that are not legible DO NOT leave the unit plugged into the electrical outlet Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing performing maintenance tasks or cleaning ALWAYS turn the power switch OFF before unplugging the bandsaw 9 DO NOT handle the plug or bandsaw with wet hands 10 USE accessories only recommended by Steel City 19 ADJUST all blade guides as specifided in the operating instructions 11 DO NOT pull the bandsaw by the power cord NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact 20 ADJUST the upper guide to a point about 1 4 with sharp edges hot surfaces oil or grease above the workpiece being cut 12 DO NOT unplug the bandsaw by pulling on the power cord ALWAYS
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13. by screwing the studs into the threaded holes from the bottom of the base Do not tighten nuts D at this time as the feet will need to be adjusted to match the location of the bandsaw SEE FIG 2 12 MOUNTING THE TABLE A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Raise the guard all the way to the highest position and leave the blade under tension FIG 3 A shown in shipping position With the bolts hanging free FIG 4 B guide the blade through the slot in the table FIG 5 C and turn the table to guide the bolts into the openings in the trunnion bracket FIG 6 D With bolts in place turn knob E clockwise to tighten and repeat for the other side SEE FIG 7 oh N e gt Install the red insert into the opening F with detent in the slot Please take note that the insert can go in upside down from reverse this is your choice SEE 13 RAIL ASSEMBLY A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Lay out the rails and hardware on the table top as shown in FIG 9 1 N Attach the front rail A to the underside of the granite table B using two M6 x 14mm hex head screws two M6 lock washers and two 6 flat washers SEE FIG 10 Attach the rear rail C to the rear of the table using two M6 x 14mm hex head bolts two M6 lock washers and two M6 flat washers SEE FIG 11 Fasten the guide tube D
14. cal and safety codes including the National Electric Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING This machine MUST BE GROUNDED while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown GROUND ING provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances If a plug is provided with your machine DO NOT modify the plug If it will not fit your electrical receptacle have a qualified electrician install the proper connections to meet all electrical codes local and state All connections must also adhere to all of OSHA mandates IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equip ment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding con ductor DO NOT connect the equipment grounding con ductor to a live terminal Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded PLUGS RECEPTACLES WARNING Electrocution or fire could result
15. ction and ask yourself the following questions 1 the guide bearings above and below the table adjusted properly Is the blade tension and tracking properly set Is the fence aligned parallel to both the table and the blade 4 Is the unit stable Does it rock or wobble Are the feet adjusted 5 Have you read all the warning associated with this bandsaw BLADE GUARD HEIGHT 1 The red guard height is set by loosening the thumbscrew A and turning the black knob B clockwise to raise and counter clockwise to lower The guard should be no higher than 1 4 above the workpiece during use SEE FIG 34 2 fine tune the guard to enter the upper wheel guard housing you may loosen the set screw C on the bearing assembly and elevation shaft D Shift and then tighten as needed SEE FIG 34 3 If there is sloppiness in the elevation movement you can adjust the set screw E located just below the thumbscrew This meets with the slot in the elevation shaft SEE FIG 34 4 To adjust vertical loosen the 2 Philipps screws F with driver not supplied shift the guard G and then tighten both screws SEE FIG 34 22 WARNING ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or air borne particles NOTICE The following section was designed to give instructions on the basic operations of this band saw However it is in no way comprehensive of every bandsaw applicatio
16. e been obtained and installed correctly For missing parts contact Steel City at 1 877 SC4 TOOL CIRCLE CUTTER Pin B Allen 5mm C Sliding Rod D Thumb Screw E Lock Knob F Base G Block TABLE A Table B Knobs 2 C Insert D 2 E Mounting Inserts F Taper Pin cast only MOBILITY KIT A Adjustable Feet 2 Flip Wheel Assembly Allen Keys 3mm 5mm 2 Carriage Bolts 2 Nuts 2 m o o m 10 FENCE Front Rail Guide Tube Rear Rail Resaw Post Assembly Fence 6 x 25mm Hex Head Screw 9 M6 Lock Washer 9 M6 Flat Washer 9 Wrench 1o nmuooousp 11 ASSEMBLY ATTACHING MOBILE BASE A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE The mobile base consists of one rotating adjustable caster wheel and two stationary wheels that allows you to move the bandsaw around your shop with ease To install 1 Remove the 3 mounting bolts that hold the bandsaw to the metal pallet Lay the cardboard carton on the floor in a flat position With assitance tip the bandsaw onto the cardboard with the spine side down SEE FIG 1 2 The stationary wheels have already been attached A Check to see that the bolts are tight in case they came loose in transport SEE FIG 1 3 Fasten the caster wheel assembly FIG 1 B to the base using the two carriage bolts and nuts see mobility kit parts list on page 10 4 Attach the leveling feet C
17. e just touches the blade 14 ATTACHING RESAW POST A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Attach the resaw post A to the fence B by threading the lock knob C through the fence and fastening it to resaw post SEE FIG 14 2 Position post so that it is centered with the front edge of the blade and tighten securely 15 ADJUSTMENTS TABLE TILT The table on your bandsaw is designed to tilt up to 45 degrees to the right and up to 3 degrees to the left To tilt the table 1 Loosen both lock knobs A on the underside of the table SEE FIG 15 only one knob shown 2 Tilt the table to the right noting that the scale B shows the angle of the table 3 Retighten lock knobs when desired angle is achieved 4 In order to tilt the table to the left and or set the table at 90 degrees you will need to adjust the stopping bolt under the table A To set the stop for the right tilting of the table adjust B SEE FIG 16 5 FIG 17 shows square on table and against saw blade C 16 SETTING BLADE TENSION The blade tension is set by using the blade tension knob It MUST be set prior to initial operation as it plays a vital role in setup of other features of the bandsaw It should also be checked when the blade is replaced and from time to time as the blade will stretch after prolonged use Keep in mind that putting too much or too little tension can cause e
18. ed MAY result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indi cates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTICE This symbol is used to alert the user to useful informa tion about proper operation of the machine AWARNING AWARNING Exposure to the dust created by power sanding saw ing grinding drilling and other construction activities may Cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury including silicosis a serious lung dis ease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust The dust may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Always operate tool in well ventilated area and pro vide for proper dust removal Use a dust collection system along with an air filtration system whenever possible Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water To avoid serious injury and damage to the machine read the entire User Manual before assembly and operation of this machine
19. elt is installed on the small er step of the motor pulley and the larger step of the lower wheel pulley the blade will turn at a rate of 1 500 SFPM Conversely with the belt on the larger step of the motor pulley and the smaller step of the pulley will cause the blade to run at 3 000 SFPM To change speeds 1 change speeds loosen wing nut and turn knob A counter clockwise to release tension on the belt E by moving the bearings D away from the belt SEE FIG 33 2 When the belt is slack enough move the belt E from one step G motor pulley to the other step and use the corresponding step on the lower wheel pulley H SEE FIG 32 and 33 3 When speed is selected and belt is on the corre sponding steps then increase tension as referred to in BELT TENSION section prior NOTICE It is recommended to follow the step in the BELT TENSION section in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual whenever changing blade speed 21 OPERATIONS AWARNING ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard 487 1 when operat ing power tools A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE PRE RUN CHECK Before you begin using your new bandsaw you should give it a thorough inspe
20. ged Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Cord damaged Stop not adjusted correctly Angle pointer not set accurately Miter gauge out of adjustment Warped wood Excessive feed rate Incorrect blade for cut Blade tension not set properly Guide bearings not set properly Dull blade Blade mounted wrong Gum or pitch on blade Incorrect blade for cut Gum or pitch on table Extension cord too light or too long Low shop voltage Base on uneven floor Bad Poly V belt Motor mount is loose Loose hardware 26 1 2 3 Check plug connections Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Replace cord Check blade with square and adjust stop Check blade with square and adjust pointer Adjust miter gauge Select another piece of wood Reduce feed rate Change blade to correct type Set blade tension according to blade manufacturer s specs Review guide bearing adjustment Replace blade Teeth should point down Remove blade and clean Change blade to correct type Clean table Replace with adequate size and length cord Contact your local electric company Reposition on flat level surface Replace v belt Tighten motor mount hardware Tighten hardware MAINTENANCE PERFORMED REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS REQUIRED MAINTENANCE PERFORMED REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS REQUIRED STEEL CITY TOOL WO
21. grasp the plug not the cord 21 DO NOT cut workpieces that do not have a flat bottom without properly supporting the piece to 13 REPLACE a damaged cord immediately DO NOT maintain a stable position use a damaged cord or plug DO NOT USE if the bandsaw is not operating properly or has been 22 KEEP hand and fingers away from blade damaged left outdoors or has been in contact with water 23 HOLD workpiece firmly and use a moderate feed 14 DO NOT use the bandsaw as a toy DO NOT use ee near or around children 24 MAKE relief cuts before cutting curves 15 ENSURE that the machine sits firmly on the floor before using If the machine wobbles or is unstable 25 TURN OFF machine before backing the workpiece correct the problem by using shims or blocks prior out of an incomplete cut to operation 26 TURN OFF the machine before removing scrap 16 MATCH the blade type and size to the workpiece pieces being cut 27 With the machine TURNED OFF clean dust 17 MAKE SURE that the blade tension is set appropri build up around lower blade guides regularly ately for the size of blade being used 18 MAKE SURE that the blade is tracking properly by manually turning the wheels before starting the machine ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A WARNING The switch provided with your saw is designed to func tion at 115 volts The switch and saw come prewired for 115 volt operation To reduce the risk of electric shock follow all electri
22. gs Repeat for both left and right sides Tighten the thumbscrews at this time SEE FIG 24 Spin the wheels by hand to see if more adjust ments are needed 19 LOWER BEARING ADJUSTMENT A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Loosen thumbscrew and slide the thrust bearing K until it is within 003 arrow of the saw blade Equivalent to thickness of a buisne ss card Once set tighten the thumbscrew SEE FIG 24 The guide bearings H should be positioned within 1 32 of the blade If an adjustment is necessary loosen thumb knob 1 and adjust knob J only one shown until the bearing is positioned the correct distance away and behind the teeth taking into account the thrust bearing settings Repeat for both left and right sides Tighten the thumb knob 1 at this time SEE FIG 24 Spin the wheels by hand to see if more adjust ments are needed Note The table was removed for clarification CIRCLE CUTTING ATTACHMENT Drawing Pin Hex Wrench 5 mm Thumb Screw Slide Rod Allen Screw Slide Block Slide Base Knob INSTALLING CIRCLE CUTTING ATTACHMENT 1 Layout the parts on the table for easy access SEE FIG 26 refer and match parts from FIG 25 2 Place the slide base G around the elevation rod X and position the slide block F into position to drop into place SEE FIG 27 With the slide block in position
23. hine clean and in good working order KEEP all blades and tool bits sharp NEVER leave a machine running unattended Turn the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT leave the machine until it has come to a complete stop REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning the machine ON SECURE all work When it is possible use clamps or jigs to secure the workpiece This is safer than attempting to hold the workpiece with your hands STAY ALERT watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating any machine DO NOT operate any machine tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 25 26 27 USE ONLY recommended accessories Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause seri ous injury to the operator and cause damage to the machine If in doubt DO NOT use it THE USE of extension cords is not recommended for 230V equipment It is better to arrange the placement of your equipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for an extension cord If an extension cord is necessary refer to the chart in the Grounding Instructions section to determine the minimum gauge for the extension cord The extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin Wear proper clothing DO NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry These items can get ca
24. if this machine is not grounded properly or if the electrical configura tion does not comply with local and state electrical codes MAKE CERTAIN the machine is disconnected from power source before starting any electrical work MAKE SURE the circuit breaker does not exceed the rating of the plug and receptacle The motor supplied with your machine is a 115 volt 60 hertz single phase motor The machine should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug EXTENSION CORDS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock use the proper gauge of extension cord When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your machine will draw The smaller the gauge number the larger the diameter of the extension cord is If in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord use a shorter and thicker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage result ing in a loss of power and overheating A CAUTION USE ONLY a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 prong grounding plug and a 3 pole receptacle that accepts the machine s plug If you are using an extension cord outdoors be sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indi cate that it is acceptable for outdoor use Make certain the extension cord is properly sized and in good electrical condition Always replace a worn or damaged extension cord immediately or have it re
25. ither blade breakage too much pressure or poor cutting results too little pressure A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Loosen the tension on the blade by rotating the cam level A clockwise SEE FIG 18 Set the blade tension by rotating the knob B Turning the knob clockwise increases the tension while turning the handwheel counterclockwise decreases the tension As you rotate the knob you will notice a red marker C on the inside of the scale This is to be used as a guideline for the blade tension depend ing on the width of the blade For example if you are using a 1 8 blade align the red marker inside the scale with the 1 8 mark on the outside of the scale SEE FIG 19 NOTE The scale is only recommended guideline for tensioning Always follow the blade manufacturer s recommendations for proper blade tension NOTE When the bandsaw is not in use it is a good idea to release the tension on the blade using the cam lever 17 BLADE TRACKING Blade tracking refers to the way the saw blade rides on the wheels while the machine is in operation This adjust ment has been set at the factory but it is a good practice to check the tracking each time before using the machine Tracking should also be checked after a blade change A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Open the upper door exposing the
26. n It is strongly recom mended that you read books trade magazines or get formal training to maximize the potential of your bandsaw and to minimize the risks BLADE SELECTION Using the proper saw blade for the job you are perform ing will optimize the efficiency of your bandsaw and increase the quality of your work There are some basic questions that apply when determining which type of blade to use e What type of material is to be cut How thick is the workpiece What features does the workpiece contain i e bends curves etc These questions will help you with determining which type of blade to use The type of blade is determined by 5 features They are 1 Blade width 2 Pitch 3 Tooth shape 4 Set 5 Blade material BLADE WIDTH Blades for the bandsaw are available in different stan dard widths This width is measured from the rear of the blade to the tip of the tooth In general a wider blade is used for ripping and generally straight line cuts The narrower blades are mainly used for cutting a workpiece with curves and bends BLADE DRIFT Blade drift occurs when the blade begins to wander off the cutting line It can be caused by several factors Incorrect Blade Tension e Wrong Blade Type Dull Blade If you experience blade drift check the appropriate adjustments first If this does not correct the problem the blade may have to be replaced See BLADE REPLACEMENT in the MAINTENANCE secti
27. on of this manual for more information 23 PITCH The unit of measure for pitch is teeth per inch A fine pitch meaning having more teeth per inch will deliver a smoother cut but will take a longer time to complete A coarse pitch meaning having fewer teeth per inch will cut much faster but leave a rougher finish A good rule of thumb is the thicker the workpiece the coarser the pitch should be TOOTH SHAPE Tooth shapes come in several basic types Three of them are hook skip and variable Skip and hook types are used to help obtain a higher feed rate when cutting thick workpieces while variable combines the features of two types of blades SET The term set refers to the way that the saw teeth are bent or positioned Set patterns are selected depend ing on the type of material being cut BLADE MATERIAL Bandsaw blades can be made from different types of materials Some common materials are carbon steel spring steel and high speed steel MAINTENANCE GENERAL CLEANUP A Keep the bearing guides clean and free of buildup of pitch resin etc B Remove any deposits from the wheels to help avoid vibration and premature blade breakage C Keep the inside of the bandsaw clear of sawdust Occasionally vacuum out the inside of the unit or blow out the inside of the unit with air D Clean and grease the raising lowering mechanism if the unit becomes difficult to move SEE FIG 35 A and arrows INSTALLING
28. paired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects exces sive heat and damp or wet areas MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 115 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 0 to 6 Amps 6 to 10 Amps 14 AWG 10 to 12 Amps 14 AWG 12 to 15 Amps Not recommended 16 AWG GROUNDED OUTLET BOX CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS GROUNDING BLADE IS LONGEST OFTHE3BLADES HOLES UNPACKING amp INVENTORY A WARNING The machine is heavy two people are required to unpack and lift Use a safety strap to avoid tip over when lifting machine Check shipping carton and machine for damage before unpackaging Carefully remove packaging materials parts and machine from shipping carton Always check for and remove protective shipping materials around motors and moving parts Lay out all parts on a clean work surface SAW BODY ASSEMBLY A Assembly NOTE Your new SCTW Band Saw is over 9096 assembled Hemove any protective materials and coatings from all of the parts and the bandsaw After cleaning apply a good quality paste wax to any unpainted surfaces Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly Compare the items to inventory figures verify that all items are accounted for before discarding the shipping box WARNING If any parts are missing do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn ON the machine The machine should only be turned ON after all the parts hav
29. top wheel of the bandsaw 2 Rotate the wheel clockwise by hand and take note of the position of the blade on the wheel The blade should ride on the center of the wheel 3 If the blade does not ride on the center of the wheel or starts to move towards the edge of the wheel loosen the wingnut A and turn the tracking adjust ment knob B SEE FIG 19 NOTICE When using the tracking adjustment knob do so in small increments as this is a sensitive adjustment 4 Rotate the wheel again Repeat steps 2 through 4 until the blade rides on the center of the wheel 5 Once proper tracking is achieved close and secure the upper door and retighten wing nut loosened in step 3 ADJUSTING TABLE POSITIVE STOPS A CAUTION DO NOT attempt to set the positive stops until you have checked and or adjusted both the blade tension and blade tracking Refer to SETTING BLADE TENSION and BLADE TRACKING in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual SETTING 90 DEGREE STOP 1 Loosen both locking knobs A SEE FIG 20 only one shown Let table rest on 90 degree stop SEE FIG 21 Place square on table top and up against the saw blade C SEE FIG 22 If an adjustment is necessary tilt the table until it is square to the blade and tighten the two lock knobs A SEE FIG 20 4 Loosen hex nut D and adjust the 90 degree positive stop bolt E until it contacts the underside of the table Retighten the nut D SEE FIG 21 5 Adjust
30. ught in the machine during operations and pull the operator into the moving parts Users must wear a protective cover on their hair if the hair is long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts 28 29 SAVE these instructions and refer to them frequent ly and use them to instruct other users Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is also available from the following sources Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute org National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive ltasca IL 60143 3201 American National Standards Institute 25West 48rd St 4th Floor New York NY 10036 ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements For Woodworking Machines WWW ANSI ORG U S Department of Labor Regulations OSHA 1910 213 Regulations WWW OSHA GOV PRODUCT SAFETY 1 Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another qualified individual who is familiar with this machine and its operations Every work area is different Always consider safe ty first as it applies to your work area Use this machine with respect and caution Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the machine Prevent electrical shock Follow all electrical and safety codes including the
31. wing nut B and turn knob counter clockwise A to release the bearings D from touching the belt E SEE FIG 37 Remove belt from upper pulley and lower pulley F FIG 38 Remove belt by bringing up through the opening and move over the wheel starting on the left side and under the wheel and off the right side 7 To replace reverse the process and place either on the same step of the pulley Refer to CHANGING SPEEDS FIG 28 G shows that there are 2 steps on the lower pulley There are also 2 steps on the upper pulley 8 Reattached the lower panel and replace the 6 Philipps screws that were removed Install the blade and apply proper tension and tracking Close the door and lock by clockwise turning the black knob NOTICE Before operating bandsaw make sure to go back to the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual and redo the following sections e Setting Blade Tension Blade Tracking Upper and Lower Guide Bearing Adjustments TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in sawing and what to do about them Do not make any adjustments until the bandsaw is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE S SOLUTION Saw stops or will not start Does not make accurate 45 or 90 cuts Blade wanders during cut Saw makes unsatisfactory cuts Blade does not come up to speed Saw vibrates excessively 1 2 3 Saw unplug
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