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JET 710750B Use and Care Manual

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2. 1 Al de JWBS18DX 341 Eers drole E 1 AD aja JWBS20 342 of TE EE na 12 2 EN JWBS20 344 Guide Bar Bracket o eii t oto testae oto riesen 1 45 TS 0270031 de OR ER ON 5 16 18x3 8 2 46 TS 0720111 Lock Washer eee eee ee IERE ER Ed 1 di TS 0561051 Hex NU EE EE EE N EE Wie dhe 1 dB TS 1521011 SA esed ere eue e N MAX ios 8 49 5 eus JWBS20 349 SRA A N ajavad Maite ave 2 BOE EES TS 0207031 Socket Head Cap Screw e ee seke e 1 4 20x5 8 3 AE RE TS 0207021 Socket Head Cap Screw e ee see enen 1 4 20x1 2 2 Didi JWBS20 352 Brackets dst e latin 1 BG coss JWBS18DXA 353 Thumb Screw ee eee ee e 1 4 20x1 2 2 Bd JWBS20 354 Bearing Gupport ineert a eeina a tnd aa tenia eE A kA aa t naed iea aka 2 DO lentes JWBS20 355 Lock BUSHING MR 1 56 TS 0720071 Lock Washer eee eee ee WA TT 1 peur TS 0206021 Socket Head Cap Screw eee een 10 24x1 2 2 30 aen asten JWBS18DX 357 Bearing Bracket cere add dE Ee N vea 1 DI JWBS18DX 360 SEU cs Er 1 Index No Part No 60 JWBS20 360 AA JWBS18DX 361 A JWBS18DX 362 63 JWBS18DX 363 64 TS 0267021
3. Were dd oo AE N EE OE kuta JAM 1 EE JWBS18 MGCP Miter Gauge Assembly unseren nennen ees EEE JWBS20QT FCP Fence Assembly ee e e neen ee ER ee ee ee eee 51 5 ns JWBS18 451 JET Fence Label xe mee e e eee dee rite Poit re KEE L EEY 1 DO oss TS 1550044 Flat Washer eee eee eee ee MG eine eec 6 DO er TS 1551041 Lock Washer eee M BE ie aa 6 Bd TS 2210651 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee M10x65 1 DO ekke JWBS18DX 455 Lower Blade Guard 1 46 Index No Part No 2013 285 JWBS20QT 468 Description Size Qty Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 5 16 18x2 2 WING Meise EE ek Ee E 1 ole EE N N ER 9510 e 1 Link halls sro A dev TTT 1 Flat WasLlier e eee eer eee sind med Dil Otte osx A 6 End GoVer coe ost ee al nae NL n LT 2 1 Lock Handle Electrical Connections 13 4 HP 1Ph 115V Band Saw Model No JWBS 18QT 1 SN 710750B 115V CAPACITOR 300MF D 185VAC 40uF 250VAC STAR WHITE 4 J BLACK 24 STOP GREEN GREEN T GROUND 1 3 4 HP 1Ph 230V Band Saw Model No JWBS 18QT 1 SN 710750B 230V CAPACITOR 300MF D 125VAC 40uF 250V AC 3 2 WHITE EL GREEN
4. A JWBS18DX 365 66 JWBS18DX 366 OF stins TS 0680031 68 JWBS20 329A 69 TS 0561011 70 6295293 TA seks ches an JWBS18DX 359 yo TS 0207044 Description Size Qty Brackets ui aL TT 1 Adjusting SChOW D 1 Adjusting Bracket eroan ENE ANS PEE ELAn EE eenen nerve ee EETA ee ER ee annae 1 IN RR ER OE EE N 1 Set Screw ee ee Re AA re ee ee Ge AA dk ee ee 1 4 20x1 4 1 Set Screw Speciali eed A 1 Adjustment Handle H 2 Flat Waeber aaa aaa aae aa aaa eT EAE E 1 Lower Guide Chat 2 GAAN E EE 1 4 20 nn 1 Locking Handle 25 eic ee eet nes ha SERE RE RR Ex ee alata 1 Locking Handle ei iiie ee EE e SE Ge ee SS eb antec Raetia 1 Socket Head Cap Screw eee eee eeen 1 4 20X3 4 2 44 Blade Guide Assembly Lower Bearing Guide a l 21 22 23 45 Upper Bearing Guide Table and Fence Assembly 20QT Index No Part No Description Size Qty TE SEE JWBS18 401 Locking Handle nn tenere ennen idee aed 1 DEERE TS 0680021 Flat Wasber sse 17458 EN 11 See be JWBS18 403 Miter Gauge Boch 1 d sio JWBS20 156 Guide DISC stents 1 basi JWBS18 405 SOFGWIE acus i teste edic a iratus iret M6x8
5. Hex NU tics EE 5 8 18 UNF R H 1 JWBS20QT 510 Upper Wheel Bracket Base eseesessssssssesssserrsrenrssrtrrnrnnerssnsnrrrnesssnns 1 JWBS20QT 511 Bracket Shall sr etn eiue n ses E sets Goad 1 JWBS20QT 512 Ele Vator Bracket 2 1 mS 1 JWBS20QT 513 SPANDEN BES e D E 1 JWBS20QT 514 Adjustment Screw sss seen nnne nnne 1 JWBS20QT 515 Thrust Bearing TTT 1 JWBS20QT 516 PALGA ccce t eec OE AE AE CPC EIE 1 TS 0256051 Button Head Socket Screw 3 8 16x1 8 JWBS20QT 518 Blade Tension Arm Assembly sss 1 JWBS20QT 519 Mc EET 2 JWBS20QT 520 Support Bracket 2 vereren und di t douce zd es e Due ein d RT eee 2 JWBS20QT 521 Blade Width Tension Scale eee eee 1 TS 0206021 Socket Head Cap Screw eee e 10 24x1 2 4 JWBS20QT 523 pc ETE 1 TS 0254031 Button Head Socket Screw 1 4 20x5 8 1 TS 081C022 Pan Head Machine Screw s e 10 24x3 8 2 TS 0720091 Lock Washer sita oda eae el EE dare 1 JWBS20QT 527 OI e NC TEE SB das 1 JWBS20QT 528 Bes drm cx 1 TS 0680041 Flat Washer s ir ie ett e eit eae Bren nnie 6 TS 0060061 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 3 8 16x1 1 4 6 JWBS20QT 531 Blade Width Gaug
6. Table Insert cs 1 29 JWBS20 145 Roll Pita eire nie dvi eot n cet Dee Dan 1 30 ss JWBS18 430 Fence Body nee Ee det eee UE dr La E EE RR 1 ON entornos JWBS18 431 HANGS 1 CEN JWBS18 432 i um E 1 ee uds JWBS18 433W Eos quii oe 1 34 JWBS18 434 Hal EE N 5 eo JWBS18 435 Ki 1 el JWBS18 436 LM EE EE N ET a 1 BF uiis JWBS20 437EA EGG e M 1 SB NEUE TS 0208044 Socket Head Cap Screw e ee se ke e 5 16 18x3 A 4 CEN TS 0680031 Flat Washer ER Deos Jh e E 4 AQ Ms TS 0810012 ER ER RE 180 24x1 4 2 AA odis TS 0733031 External Tooth Lock Washer FAO 1 AD anitae JWBS18 442 O EN 1 43 ENESE TS 0561011 ad AR EE EE OE EN ER 14 20 2 44 JWBS18 444 Sliding Pad iis iod eG alan trenes chers ken D bonia nue he da 1 dB JWBS18 445 Rear HOOK eM DE 1 46 JWBS18 446 UN DEL 1 Af res JWBS18 447 O M ecce 1 48 JWBS18DX 448 Fable PIN den ket de rele edt ce Mal T 1 AO SERE JWBS18 449E Resaw Guide 1 DOL tranen JWBS20 450
7. Heo NUES Settee imbuta ee eti ote 5 8 18UNF R H 1 tas JWBS18 215 Bearing Cover EE EE EE OE ER 1 16554 eat 8 TS 0720051 Lock Washer isaisa taisin aaan ER ee A manen 3 jd TS 081C022 SCION seii Aaa ne LR AES TER neen ai 110 24 x 3 8 3 AA JWBS18DX 218 Motor 1 75HP 1Ph 115 230V prewired 115V een 1 Em JWBS18DX 218A Motor 3HP 1Ph 230V eee ees Deed dea N JWBS18X MFC Motor Fan Cover not shown e eee e e eee e e 1 ran nee JWBS18DXA 219 Motor Bracket 1 20 As TS 0081031 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 5 16 18 x 3 4 4 21 2 ze TS 0680031 Flat Washer eni eene tenete end iii 4 OO s TS 0060051 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 3 8 16 x 1 esses 1 2912 TS 0720091 Lock Washer erae tace crm eee enn BIBLE GE a 1 24 TS 0680044 Flat Washer ennen nennen erven ee ee ee MO 2 25 7 JWBS18DXA 225 Motor Pulley esee for 1 75HP 1 ID JWBS18DXA 225A Motor Pulley e HOP BHP 1 20 dus TS 0270031 SEU SEW ue doa nd ses ve Dru EY eee Se da Pee 5 16 18 x 3 8 2 Ed A doc JWBS18DXA 227 Lower Front DOOF ese dee see se ee ee de de ee AR Ge ee ee ee de RA Re ee ee de ee de ke ee ee ee 1 PM JWBS18 142 BOlt RE EE EE ME EE EE EE OE EE ER 1 DO U TS 0561011 Hex NU iiie o der er eL the
8. ee Ad ee RE ee ee RR ee ee ee ER ee ee ee ee ee ee ER ee ee de ee ee ee ee ee ee ennen 11 SCIEN c 13 Miter SUS Hc uc 13 AQJUStMONtS 2 EC MER x ED 14 Adjusting 90 Degree Table Stop sese ee eee eee 14 Installing Ghanging S le aci tene ieri nee rne eee coe e VS Ge ee de nn vy d de end 15 Blader Ne M m 16 Blade TFAEKINGI 16 Overview Bearing Adjustments sese eee eee eee ee ee eee eee 17 Upper Bearing Adj strnents reiri vervan Deren hee ort LST a exe b te ke Ed kat a e enr ar Ch s a De og bee 17 Lower Bearing Adjustments eoim exe tpe ext de RR in den Lene ox Dee kA He STE dA Ee bu seda e ede 18 Blade Lead EE 19 Ghan ging the Blade Speed RR OE EE eni e e ER EO AR Moe Sekt 20 le EE EE EE EE ER RE koo ame ku dan 20 Replacing the Poly e RE ED teni ie EE ER EE EE EE OE e PRA a e d 21 Pulley Alignment EE 22 Operating Controls i ci ot cog is i RE ee Le e EE pr dee 23 Start Stop ie RE n err a Corte be ag am eer teet ee xt pon ee glad Ux abc bcd des 23 Brake Pedal JWBS 20QT on 23 OpSrat ON e I 24 General ProcedUrex anas ageren enne d ale do ede Rd ede eras alen ln see ete 24 IPP A o e ern daneen 24 GrOSSCULUNG MU 24 RESAWING steen E ER 25 Saw Blade Selection DE 25 Blade Breakage ii ee tfc en rect EE ee dana aardr tech 26 Mate T eq 26 Blade Selection Guide 27 an AE EE Li MM 29 Se tee ul nie EE 48 AN Warnings 10 11 12 13 14 17 18 19
9. GREEN 3 HP 1Ph 230V Band Saw Model No JWBS 18QT 3 SN 710751B GREEN Magnetic Switch Electrical Board poets So NON BLACK YELLOW D 21 412 673 8 Qo RED T MAD mm VHI TE 4 J EEN EN EN S Nen EN i 300MFD 125VAC er Et S 6 250WVAC 3 S jm Motor 14 3 oo GREEN BLACK VHI TE 49 3 HP 1Ph 230V Band Saw Model No JWBS 20QT 3 SN708754B Magnetic Switch Broke Switch NC NO C o 4 m ta SF lh n 12 312 53 13m Dol U cala 2n dn 613 14m0 CO GROUND CN GREEN EE Dad ITI 2n 472 613 9 UV BLACK WHITE GREEN GREEN 50 YELLOW Electrical Board 300MFD 125VAC 5 HP 1Ph 230V Band Saw Model No JWBS 20QT 5 SN 708755B Magnetic Switch 3 z d S a l Mal n n n i obd 0 PRSE 1 2 32 513 13m0 I S n
10. Read and understand the entire owner s manual before attempting assembly or operation Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a band saw do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained Do not use this band saw for other than its intended use If used for other purposes Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use Always wear approved safety glasses face shields while using this band saw Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses Before operating this band saw remove tie rings watches and other jewelry and roll sleeves up past the elbows Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair Non slip footwear or anti skid floor strips are recommended Do not wear gloves Wear ear protectors plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals
11. The 115V attachment plug supplied with the band saw C Fig 2 must be replaced with a UL CSA listed plug suitable for 230V operation D Fig 2 The band saw with a 230V plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration D Fig 2 No adapter is available or should be used with the 230V plug Important In all cases 115 or 230 volts make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a registered electrician check the receptacle 115 Volts 230 Volts 1 3 2 4 Line Line A S 115 Volts GROUNDING PRONG C Figure 2 Models JWBS 18 3 20QT 3 20QT 5 Band saw models JWBS 18QT 3 JWBS 20QT 3 and JWBS 20QT 5 are wired from the factory for 230 volt operation Refer to Specifications for phase and HP ratings A plug is not included You may either install a plug or hard wire the band saw directly to a control panel If connecting a plug use a proper UL CSA listed 2 pole 3 wire grounding plug suitable for 230V operation If the band saw is to be hard wired to a panel make sure a disconnect is available for the operator During hard wiring of the band saw make sure the fuses have been removed or the breakers have been tripped in the circuit to which the band saw will be connected Place a warning placard on the fuse holder or circuit breaker to prevent it being turned on while the machine is being wired Circuit Information The Band Sa
12. 49 GE JWBS18 449E Hesaw N ER ME AO ME RR AE EL 1 DO cci JWBS18 450 LOCK e 1 51 5 ets JWBS18 451 JET Fence Label 1 52 ses TS 2210651 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee M10 x65 1 SC PME TS 1551044 Lock Washer eee eee ee end D 6 DA laaan TS 1550041 Flat Washer nnn eee ee M ciet Sege EE 6 DOSEER JWBS18DX 455 Lower Blade Guard 1 pt TS 0051091 Hex Cap Screw eee eneen eenen 5 16 18 x 2 2 BR 1 es 40 0260 liac mo EM 1 Qty Size anke U ions A guae Description Index No Part No rer ON ON rr EMAL GOVEE c Miter Gauge Assembly eene JWBS18 MGCP JWBS18QT FCP Ferice Assembly n re ae ede elkenien eld Flat Washer eo metere JWBS18DX 460 JWBS18DX 459 1S 0680031 2013 285 59 60 61 62 Upper Wheel Assembly 20QT Index No Part No Description Size Qty JWBS20QT 501 Saw Boch for 3HP tia 1 JWBS20QT 501A Saw Body for BHP 1 BB 6205ZZ Ball Deag E ii 2 JWBS20QT 504 Retaining Ring eee eee BEA EE weeet 2 TS 0270051 SOU SChOW RR 5 16 18x1 2 1 JWBS20QT 506 Upper Wheel Chat 1 JWBS20QT 507 Upper Wheel Shaft Bracket 1 TS 155010 Flat Washer e e e e ee M16 ee 1 JWBS18 214
13. Replace with adequate size and length cord Low shop voltage Base on uneven floor Contact your local electric company Reposition on flat level surface Bad v belt Motor mount is loose Replace v belt Tighten motor mount hardware Loose hardware 28 Tighten hardware Parts Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages To order parts or reach our service department call 1 800 274 6848 Monday through Friday see our website for business hours www waltermeier com Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately 29 Upper Wheel Assembly 18QT Index No Part No Description Size Qty JWBS18DXA 101A Saw Boch 1 TS 0152011 Carriage BOL 5 16 18 x 1 6 JWBS18DXA 103 Upper Wheel Bracket Right Ode 1 TS 0680031 Flat Washer eee eee eee ee DIG EE EE 6 TS 0720081 Lock Washer eee eee ee GE EE 6 TS 0561021 Hex NL ee ete DOE d 5 16 18 6 JPS10TS 342 Stop Switch Face Plate see for 1 75 HP 1 TS 1490151 Hex Cap Screw iis eee ee M8x80 1 TS 0680021 Flat Washers atasca P cent ET 6 JWBS18DX 110 le ee Bee 1 JWBS18DX 111 Blade Tension Indicator Label 2 JPS10TS 343 Main SWitCh e
14. The right hand should hold the workpiece steady against the miter gauge while the left hand pushes the miter gauge past the blade as shown in Figure 35 Do not use the fence in conjunction with the miter gauge The offcut of the workpiece must not be constrained during or after the cutting process ACAUTION Using the fence in conjunction with the miter gauge can cause binding and possible damage to the blade Figure 35 Resawing Resawing is the process of slicing stock to reduce its thickness or to produce boards that are thinner than the original workpiece Figure 36 demonstrates resawing The ideal blade for resawing is the widest one the machine can handle as the wider the blade the better it can hold a straight line When resawing thin stock use a push block push stick or similar device to keep your hands away from the blade Figure 36 Saw Blade Selection Using the proper blade for the job will increase the operating efficiency of your band saw help reduce necessary saw maintenance and improve your productivity Thus it is important to follow certain guidelines when selecting a saw blade Here are factors to consider when selecting a blade O The type of material you will be cutting O The thickness of the workpiece or part O The features of the workpiece or part such as bends or curves with small radii These factors are important because they involve basic concepts of saw blade desi
15. Use only three wire extension cords that have three prong grounding plugs and three pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately Model JWBS 18QT Model JWBS 18QT Band Saw has a 1 3 4 HP 1 phase motor and is wired from the factory for 115 volt operation but can be rewired for 220 volts 115 Volt Operation The JWBS 18QT Band Saw comes equipped with a plug that looks like A Fig 1 and is used in an outlet that looks like B Fig 1 A temporary adapter with a grounding ear secured with a screw C Fig 1 may be used to connect this plug to a two pole receptacle if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician This adapter is not applicable in Canada The green colored grounding ear lug or tab extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box as shown in C Fig 1 X P d A Grounding Ur C Prong BO A Grounding ear el secured with screw Figure 1 230 Volt Operation To convert the JWBS 18QT from 120V to 230V single phase operation the following is strongly recommended Contact your local Authorized JET Service Center or qualified electrician for proper procedures to install the plug The band saw must comply with all local and national codes after the 230V plug is installed
16. cede t Ve ee sg eid 516 d is 2 BA EMS TS 0051051 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 5 16 18x1 2 KT JWBS20QT 235 Cord Plate oiii iet ce sede for a EE 1 Ane PM1800 251 Cord Plate ee ee ee ee ee ee TOP BHP ed E EE TS 081C032 Pan Head Machine Screw seee 10 24x1 2 2 d Aken JWBS18 237 Strain Relief BUSHING eese Tor 9HPp eebe S ch 2 GAR E JWBS20X 237A Strain Relief Bushing e TOP BHP 2 D a TS 081C082 Pan Head Machine Screw seee 10 24x1 1 2 2 40 Index No Part No Description Size Qty TS 069204 Flat Washer annen ennn enen eneen eenen HAO e ii 4 JWBS18 240 A TT tela tsb ee wae 1 TS 0720051 Lock Waeber eese Bl Os IE NE ner 2 JWBS18DX 243A Motor Cord for 3HP 1 JWBS20QT 243 Motor COG A E NER for BHP 1 JWBS18DX 244A Power Cord for SHP 1 JWBS20QT 244 Powet Gordan iussa cerei rea n ranas for BHP 1 JWBS20 81 Brake se ed EE EE t 1 JWBS20 93 Brake Belt a he eet idee etatis seas te eru ees 1 TS 0561011 HeX NDE PM 1 4 20 oieee 6 TS 1540021 al AN a cte HT aa MAT T 2 TS 0060111 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 3 8 16x2 1 2 1 JWBS20 88 Brake e n sist idi iei tins deck
17. 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 Loosenthe ock knob s lock handle G 3 Tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right or up to 10 degrees to the left 4 Tighten the lock knob sVlock handle Note Table stop bolt F Fig 14 must be removed to tilt table to the left Adjusting 90 Degree Table Stop Before adjusting the 90 table stop the blade tension must be properly adjusted described in the Blade Tension section To adjust the 90 table stop 1 Loosen lock knob s lock handle C Fig 15 and tilt the table until it rests against table stop bolt B Fig 15 then re tighten the lock knob s handle 2 Use a square E Fig 16 placed on the table and against the blade to see if the table is 90 degrees to the blade 3 If an adjustment is necessary loosen the ock knob s handle C Fig 15 Tilt the table until it is square to the blade then re tighten the lock knobs 4 Loosen ock nut A Fig 15 and turn table stop bolt B Fig 15 until it contacts the table Tighten the nut A Fig 15 to hold table stop in place When tightening the nut hold the table stop bolt in place with a wrench to prevent movement Figure 16 5 f necessary adjust the pointer D Fig 15 to zero Installing Changing Blades AWARNING Disconnect machine from power source Blade teeth are sharp use care when handling the blade Failure to comply may cause serious injury 1 2 10 11 Disconn
18. 1 E TE JWBS18 333 Eh eicit 1 OA osse TS 0267044 de AE bsc e EE OE ase 1 4 20 x 3 8 1 OO agg JWBS20 103A pce e X beide 1 SE odds JWBS18DX 336 Cutting Height Seal oriented pet a eet i tone posent bes ee 1 cy DEN JWBS18DX 337 Bracket b dcm om eot bee ad roe e o o eaae eei esee og ra a fatte 1 GB ragain JWBS18DX 338 SIM OE ED EE ER EE M 1 ers JWBS20 339 Threaded Lock Bushing AANEREN 1 AQ ise JWBS20 340 ele MT connate 1 EN JWBS18DX 341 Bere diro E 1 AD usen JWBS20 342 Srl 2 dd TS 0207044 Socket Head Cap Screw e ee see eneen 1 4 20 x 3 4 2 Ap TS 0680021 Flat Washer eee eee eee ee MALA 2 46 JWBS20 360 Brackets uec tepidis ds e vaak and lan SAA Ae Ehe 1 AT venen JWBS20 324 UO s E ei EE HE eer pia dE cala e eoe 2 48 TS 1521011 Set SGIOW avg RE N M4 X nete 8 49 JWBS20 349 lans e ese ETE 2 DO eus TS 0207031 Socket Head Cap Screw eee eee e 1 4 20 x 5 8 2 Dl TS 0207021 Socket Head Cap Screw e ee see e 1 4 20 x 1 2 2 OO RE JWBS20 352 Bracket MEER 1 E JWBS18DXA 353 Wing Screw ee eee 1 4 20 x 1 2 2 DA JWBS2
19. 2 TS 081C032 Pan Head Machine Screw seee 10 24x1 2 2 JWBS18DX 147 Tracking WINAOW eiui aliada 1 TS 0560071 Hex NU sein ETE 310 24 ese ees ee ee ee 2 Index No Part No bf ita 2013 333 58 JWBS18DXA 164 BI JWBS18DXA 163 60 JWBS20QT 560 6125 5 JWBS18DXA 168 OP sie TS 081C052 Description Blade Warning Label Tension Status Label Spring Plate Screw Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly 20QT Index No Part No Description Size Qty dictom JWBS20 201 Bearing Base iEneas 1 EE EE JWBS20 62 Adjusting Bolt asirio ndice 4 den EE TS 0720091 Lock Wasber coina a i Breken 6 Arndt TS 0060111 Hex Cap Screw eee annan EI ENGEN A BEE BB 6206ZZ Ball Deag Dl 2 Ou nit JWBS20QT 206 sce 1 y E ES JWBS20 49 EE ee ier CD E tene an VXTX2b eoe dienen 1 ee TS 0680021 Flat Washer e e e e ee S BC ere rece 12 PEE JWBS20QT 209 Ve BG lias iion e ond dt eoe inde 520d ti 1 TO secos JWBS20 532 Lower Wheel ste tee ed ete e IR USE En ced 1 LE iese JWBS20 21 TRS is EE EE m 1 ER TS 0680091 Flat Washer e e e e ee VA 1 13 JWBS20 22 Hex Nut eic Doe e xt e daa 3 4 16UNF L H 1 14 JWBS20 21
20. 8 1 B ha JWBS18 406 sll T EE 1 Krt JWBS18 407 Guide BAR ores eite tocco tene ei rd ati 1 JWBS18DX 408 Trunnion Support Bracket 1 7 TS 0051071 Hex Cap Screw neee ee ee eee eee 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 4 b eres TS 0720081 Lock Washer sarimi aese ke RR ER EE i ee AA ER ee able AE eg 8 Visa Sei TS 0270061 O ceci EE EE EL 5 16 18 x 5 8 2 12 eet TS 0060111 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 1 pop TS 0561031 He NUE REG DR AE AG IE ES Ee ege ds 1 14 TS 0720091 Lock Washer eee eee ee E 1 DIE JWBS18 415 LOCK dpelone ORE OE 2 tada JWBS18X 416 UNION EE EEUU 2 WADE JWBS18 417 Trunnion Clamp Shoe sss ee ee ee eee e eee eee 2 On TS 1491081 Hex Cap Screw iis eee ee M10 x 50 1 E ine TS 1503044 Socket Head Cap Screw e ee see een MO di eiu 6 A O ee JWBS18 420 SCAG AE ME AE QUU oS a due E da eae e nue ee ene 1 G nus JWBS18 421 Table ieun En 1 22 d JWBS18 422W nsi EE 1 QO ei sa detente TS 0050021 Hex Cap Screw ies eee ee 1 4 20 x 5 8 9 DA een TS 0720071 Lock Washer iseis iodinea WA T 10 OO iste JWBS18 425 SCHE uS 1 i ees JWBS18 426W Guide Ralli ERE UE 1 21 4 zoe JWBS18 427W Rear Ral A
21. EE 1 ie cies JWBS18DXA 163 Blade Warning Label 1 64 JWBS18DXA 164 Grip TT 1 65 sis PM2000 298 Safety Key for Magnetic Switch Tor SAP cit 1 66 PM2000 293 Magnetic Switch eee e for SHP see ee 1 67 4 uii PM2000 294 Strain Relief AAA for 3HP 2 68 JWBS18DXA 168 Spring Plate eee 1 81 Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly 18QT Index No Part No Description Size Qty dictos JWBS18 201N Bearing Basen iei e eee de dd ol 1 Li JWBS20 62 Adjusting BOIE 1254354 344 orti tite en rt RE ERR ete eet eua fo 4 den EE TS 0720091 Lock Washer eee eee ee 9 8 oct 2 4 A EE TS 0060081 Hex Cap Screw iese eeen de nennen 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 4 Ont BB 6204ZZ Ball Bearimg eese 6204ZZ 2 ok JWBS18DXA 206 Spindle sees eee 1 ys JWBS18 207 REEL os 7XT7x40 1 RE md JWBS18DXA 208 Spindle Pulley ee eee eee 1 gua JWBS18DXA 209 Poly V Belt e 440J nn 1 Dias JWBS18 210 Lower Wheel e tc en tene E ec cedi 1 Mio JWBS18DX 133 Ties EE une ee ret OO UAR e ACIE 1 ER TS 0680081 Flat Washer ucc alias E 1 19 ness JWBS18 135 Hex NUL EG a AE e 5 8 18UNF L H 1 14 JWBS18 214
22. Five Year Warranties that are used for commercial industrial or education purposes revert to a One Year Warranty This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents normal wear and tear improper repair or alterations or lack of maintenance HOW TO GET SERVICE The product or part must be returned for examination postage prepaid to a location designated by us For the name of the location nearest you please call 1 800 274 6848 You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection discloses a defect we will repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price at our option We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will at your direction dispose of or return the product In the event you choose to have the product returned you will be responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return HOW STATE LAW APPLIES This warranty gives you specific legal rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY WALTER MEIER MANUFACTURING INC LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHA
23. Inspect the machine for damage Report any damage to your distributor and shipping agent Move the saw to its permanent working location The site should be dry well lit and have enough room to handle long stock and the service and or adjustment of the machine from any side Move the band saw off the skid Clean all rust protected surfaces with a mild solvent or diesel fuel and a soft cloth Do not use lacquer thinner paint thinner or gasoline These will damage painted surfaces Contents of Shipping Container Band Saw not shown Rail Guide A Rear Rail B Front Rail C Fence Body D Miter Gauge E Fence F Table G mk mk cL mk mk mk ch Accessory Package Contains Hardware Bag Resaw Post H 10 12mm Open End Wrench J Handle K Lock Handle L JWBS 20QT only Resaw Post Lock Knob M Lock Knob N JWBS 20QT only Lock Knob N JWBS 18QT only ND AA k mk mk mk Fence Hardware Bag 4 5 16 18x3 4 Socket Head Cap Screws P 4 5 16 Flat Washers Q 4 5 16 Lock Washers R Rail Hardware Bag 9 1 4 20x5 8 Hex Cap Screws S 9 1 4 Flat Washers T 9 1 4 Lock Washers U 1 Owners Manual not shown 1 Warranty Card not shown Tools Required for Assembly amp Adjustments The tools listed below are not included but are required for assembly 2 14mm Open End Wrench 1 Cross Point Screw Driver 1 Combination Square Items P U are actual size Figure 3 Hardware As
24. Tables WW Drill Presses Fastening Tools aale Aon Metal forming Rigging Equip WW Benchtop Screw Jacks WW Dust Collectors greng Hand Tools achine Accessories Contractor ges lt Mobile Bases Air Tools Industria Dk SE 1095 ORE ed PAM DUSLT MOIS Striking Tools x gt Milling Machines Stackers Trolleys Plain WW Dust Fittings Safety Equipment Air Tools Light MW Bandsaws Surface Grinders Winches Manual WW Jointers Specialty Items Industrial MW Drill Presses Tapping WW Air Filtration WW Lathes Vise Accessories Lubrication MW Finishing Trolleys Air WW Bandsaws WW Planers WW Shapers Eguipment Trolleys Electric WW Buffers WW Sanders WW Tablesaws MW Lathes Web Slings 9 Warranty reverts to 1 Year Warranty if woodworking WW products listed above are used for industrial or MW Precision Vises Winches Electric educational purposes Vises no precision Clamps WHAT IS COVERED This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below Cutting tools abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage WHO IS COVERED This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product WHAT IS NOT COVERED Five Year Warranties do not cover woodworking WW products used for commercial industrial or educational purposes Woodworking products with
25. are Lead from lead based paint Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk of exposure varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply Make certain the machine is properly grounded Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use If removed for maintenance purposes use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately Check damaged parts Before further use of the machine a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other
26. cutting job Compromises may be necessary if you cannot find all needed 1 94 Yo Y Ve he specifications in a single blade WIDTH OF SAW BLADE IN INCHES 27 Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Saw stops or will not start Saw unplugged Check plug connections Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Cord damaged Replace cord Does not make accurate 45 or 90 cuts Stop not adjusted correctly Check blade with square and adjust stop Angle pointer not set accurately Check blade with square and adjust pointer Miter gauge out of adjustment Adjust miter gauge Blade wanders during cut Fence not aligned with blade Check and adjust fence Warped wood Select another piece of wood Excessive feed rate Reduce feed rate Incorrect blade for cut Change blade to correct type Blade tension not set properly Set blade tension according to blade size Guide bearings not set properly Review guide bearing adjustment Saw makes unsatisfactory cuts Dull blade Replace blade Blade mounted wrong Teeth should point down Gum or pitch on blade Remove blade and clean Incorrect blade for cut Change blade to correct type Gum or pitch on table Clean table Blade does not come up to speed Saw vibrates excessively Extension cord too light or too long
27. ea O dao 1 28 us JWBS20 144 Table Insert is HE enn esee een d Ree Aled eben 1 29 JWBS20 145 Roll Pi Akt nie dvi aed rer dee Iman 1 BO nr JWBS18 430 Fence Body marne ta ae ee de ed 1 ON entornos JWBS18 431 see EE EE EE AE EE EE EE 1 CEN JWBS18 432 Lock HANGING EE 1 ee uds JWBS18 433W LOCK Plate ts P 1 34 JWBS18 434 PAC m 5 eo JWBS18 435 al 1 COENEN JWBS18 436 LT a 1 BF uiis JWBS18 437EA EGG e a art 1 SB NEUE TS 0208044 Socket Head Cap Screw e eee e 5 16 18 x 3 4 4 CEN TS 0680031 Flat Washer oti avata make see ber etam ase da Deos DING 4 AQ Ms TS 0810012 ER posti i ot eines ese praem lisa 10 24 x 1 4 2 AA odis TS 0733031 External Tooth Lock Washer zip m A 1 AD anitae JWBS18 442 O 1 43 ENESE TS 0561011 ad AR EE EE OE EN ER 1 4 20 nn 2 44 JWBS18 444 Sliding Padi iode nati 1 dB JWBS18 445 Rear HOOK eM RE EO N 1 46 JWBS18 446 P IMGE DEP 1 Af res JWBS18 447 ED OK MB ecce 1 48 JWBS18DX 448 Table PI auster eed eset ct tala Li aata 1
28. ere teda etc Te e ike ea WERE NER D RT 1 JWBS20 84 ede EC LE tues 1 JWBS24 81A Plai e a MA m AM AE AC MI DR AET 2 JWBS20 82 Brake Locking Bracket 2 JWBS20 254 Brake P dal i aaa Me et Rr oh m eC I E 1 TS 0207061 Socket Head Cap Screw eee e T 4 20x1 ien 1 TS 0561031 al diie ML Ede ME 3 8 16 1 TS 0060081 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 3 8 16x1 3 4 1 JWBS20QT 258 spindle Sa UT 1 TS 0050021 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 1 4 20x5 8 2 TS 081C032 Pan Head Machine Screw 10 24x1 2 6 TS 069204 Flat Washer dii e DR genes HEAO an sed deest 4 TS 0560071 Hexe NL miae A UR ie ee Ge oet n H10 24 8 TS 0561031 Hex Nba ee x reU eks sed end HB Dia 2 JWBS20 264 Brake Switch Cord not shown ee eee eee enen e 1 JWBS18DXA2262 GHP rottende or A A ee ee ad dee Oe 1 JWBS18DXA 263 Eock Handle ss EE A A a sert AA eu 1 JWBS20QT 267 Key site bean do eed ED verat TXTKAO ne 1 JWBS18DX 254 Plastic Washer soe delas 1 TS 2284302 Pan Head Machine Screw A esses 2 TS 0720081 Lock Washer tete e ie hiss BIO A EE ES 2 TS 0561021 H x Nut m ett E ETT 5 16 18 ss 2 JWBS18DX 249
29. table is not consistent loosen either of the hex nuts on the hook Figure 12 and rotate the s iding pad until the fence table gap is consistent across the full length of the table When this is achieved tighten both hex nuts Check the adjustment of the hook at the rear of the fence The hook should be positioned so that it overlaps the rear rail by approximately 1 8 Fig 12 To adjust the hook loosen the upper hex nut and slide the hook in or out as needed Re tighten upper hex nut Resaw Guide For resawing attach the post A Fig 13 to the fence with the lock knob B Fig 13 There is a slotted hole in the fence that will accommodate the resaw kit Position the post so that it is centered with the front edge of the blade The resaw guide will give you a taller single point contact surface during resawing Miter Gauge 1 2 Place the miter gauge in the table slot With a square verify the miter gauge face is square to the blade If the miter gauge is not square to the blade loosen the lock knob C Fig 13 and adjust to the proper setting Tighten the lock knob If the pointer is not at 90 degrees loosen the screw D Fig 13 holding the pointer and move the pointer to 90 degrees Re tighten the screw Table Figure 11 Upper Hex Nut Lower Hex Nut Sliding Pad Rear Hook approx 1 8 Rear Rail Figure 12 Figure 13 Adjustments Table Tilt Referring to Figure 14
30. 0 354 Bearing Gupport nene nnns 2 os JWBS20 355 Lock B shing z EE EA EE tegat dus 1 Das TS 0206021 Socket Head Cap Screw e ee see e 110 24 x 1 2 2 OT uie JWBS18DX 357 Bearing Bracket icc e tee eM ce dee eemal 1 58 6295293 Locking Handle e ES NESER eere eae drame REA laat 1 Index No Part No JWBS18DX 359 JWBS18DX 360 JWBS18DX 361 JWBS18DX 362 JWBS18DX 363 TS 0267021 JWBS18DX 365 JWBS18DX 366 TS 0680031 JWBS20 329A TS 0561011 TS 081F032 Description Size Qty Eocking Haridle LE ER EE trea etre 1 SE 1 Lee Re 1 Adjusting Bracket annees eenen ERNEK memes 1 IN DEE 1 SI EE sier 1 4 20 x 1 4 1 Set Screw Special iet ecce Deng de roe Pe eaa ates d eR E e Fh 1 Adjustment s Ta 2 Flat Washer ee ee eee EE 1 Lower NUM TP 2 GX NUES acces tte A Ce ed 1 4 20 nn 1 Pan Head Screw see eee 1 4 20 x 1 2 2 Table and Fence Assembly 18QT Index No Part No Description Size Qty dot JWBS18 401 Lock e o m e a eit aa teeta 1 DEERE TS 0680021 Flat Washer eee eee ee aC T 11 See be JWBS18 403 Miter Gauge Boch 1 d sio JWBS20 156 Guide DIS stents 1 basi JWBS18 405 SOFGWIE Mrd M6 x
31. 15V The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published but because of our policy of continuous improvement Walter Meier reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice without incurring obligations Grounding Instructions AWARNING This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This machine is equipped with an electric cord having 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 If it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded
32. 18DX 250 Sl LEE EE 1 tee TS 081C032 EE eeh Ee 180 24 x 1 2 2 VERE TS 1550031 Flat Washer eee eee eee ee A inenen 2 Index No Part No Description bis TS 0560071 al de EE EE eae at 310 24 ee ee 2 54 JWBS18DX 254 Plastic Washer unu ee ee RR ee eneen eenen ee ee aj 1 DELE TS 0720081 Lock Washer eee AE sen 2 56 TS 0561021 Hex NULL aO EER Ge Ne Laas aasa Vadi 5 16 18 2 62 5 us JWBS18DXA 262 GP nites oe veer lee eene ache daa ee BENNAE hero cals eod ee KENS ee euwe o pere vec Pedir cease 1 63 JWBS18DXA 263 Lock Handle sss 1 33 Blade Guide Assembly 18QT Index No Part No Description Size Qty di TS 0051051 Hex Cap Screw eee e 5 16 18 x 1 4 TE TS 0720081 Lock Washer eee DINO T 4 cS TS 0680031 Flat Washer eee eee eee ee EE 8 v EE JWBS18DX 304 Guide Bar Bracket 1 boi JWBS18 305 MOT ITI reren irre eren neten tenete atten ees ee Eege lee ee DI 1 B ha JWBS18 306 EM cet cem bone EE NE BB ume 2 E E JWBS18 307 Gear Base inline 1 EE JWBS18 308 BUS NINO EE 1 EE JWBS18 309 C Media ale EE ete 2 TD JWBS18 310 Sarum E 1 aa E JWBS18 311 ET EE OR 1 12 TS 0208071 Socket Head Cap Screw se ee
33. 4 He INE iecit ari 3 4 16UNF R H 1 ta JWBS20 215 Bearing Cover ER AE EE RE RE 1 16 Et TS 0720071 Lock Washer nnn nnen ennen enen enen eenen PC iso ER DE os 3 AAA JWBS20 217 SCIOW S T id E 1 4X3 B AA 3 Mt JWBS18DX 218A Motor 3HP 1Ph 230V Only 1 mie end JWBS18DX 218ASC Starting Capacitor not shown 300MFD 125VAC 1 Be hell JWBS18DX 218ARC Running Capacitor not shown 60yf 250VAC 1 PER JWBS18DX 218ACC Capacitor Cover not shown csse EE VBS18MW 218JB Junction Box not shown nnen ee ee Ge ee ee ee 1 M VBS18MW 218JBC Junction Box Cover not shown se eee eee e se ee ee ee ee ee ee 1 M JWBS20 218E Motor Fan not shown ee se ee ee ER AA AA wedr au JWBS20 218F Motor Fan Cover not shown se eee ee e ee eenen ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ER JWBS20 218G Centrifugal Switch not shown eee e se se e ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee vede dud JWBS2001 218 MOLOF ee ee ee ee ee ee eke ke eke ee DHP 1Ph 230V 1 RO JWBS20QT 218MF Motor Fan not shown DH wedst JWBS20QT 218MFC Motor Fan Cover not shown SHP eneen 1 m JWBS20QT 218SC Starting Capacitor not shown 300MFD 250VAC 1 JWBS20QT 218RC Runni
34. 4 flat washers Screws should be in approximately the center of the slot Hand tighten only at this time Push the front and rear rails up as far as they will go Using a 10mm wrench tighten the four hex cap screws holding the front and rear rails to the table Do not over tighten the screws Attach the guide tube H to the front rail with five 1 4 x 5 8 hex cap screws five 1 4 lock washers and five 1 4 flat washers Screws should be in approximately the center of the slot Hand tighten the guide tube only at this time You will be instructed to secure it later in the Fence Assembly and Adjustment section Fence Assembly and Adjustment Assembling the Fence to Fence Body Referring to Figure 8 1 Attach the fence A to the fence body B with four 5 16 x 3 4 socket head cap screws C four 5 16 lock washers D and four 5 16 flat washers E Hand tighten only at this time Figure 7 Figure 8 Fence Adjustment 2 Place the fence assembly onto the guide rail D Fig 9 and against the edge of the miter Slot C Fig 9 The hook at the rear of the fence should fit under the rear rail see Figure 12 The fence must align parallel to the miter slot along the entire length of the fence If adjustment is necessary 3 Lock the fence by pushing down the lock handle A Fig 9 Because the screws are only hand tight you can shift the fence slightly as needed until the fence is parallel t
35. Bracket ui Rte etheen E e ee 1 JWBS18DX 250 A EE 1 41 Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly 20QT 60 73 59 65 62 fx 04 an NES E daa NEN N 1 JEE NNN Blade Guide Assembly 20QT Index No Part No Description Size Qty di TS 0051051 Hex Cap Screw eee e 5 16 18x1 4 TE TS 0720081 Lock Washer eee nim li 4 cS TS 0680031 Flat Washer sse bl EE 8 d eiu JWBS20 304 Guide Bar Bracket 1 Omi JWBS18 305 WORM o aaa rd teen tenon ceed Actes ee neet katta a tekenend 1 Gren JWBS18 306 Ge in e WEE EE 2 PT JWBS18 307 Gear Base eio iet aada m ned nae tte batte 1 Danse Ae JWBS18 308 BUIN ase omnt ME Im UE LLL IEEE 1 Qu ctetu JWBS18 309 C Media ale 9 2 erate tree 2 TD JWBS18 310 Sal et mE 1 aa E JWBS18 311 eri aa M LM ch 1 12 TS 0208071 Socket Head Cap Screw e eee e 5 16 18x1 1 4 2 b JWBS20 313 LOCK KO Ds sitet mettre cS His e E 1 datos JWBS20 314 Plant o Raves eu Det Een M ULM 1 15 22 55 TS 0051011 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 5 16 18x1 2 4 VOL JWBS20 316 Guide Bar PEE 1 EE JWBS20QT 317 dol Fare dE 1 iio TS 0050011 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee TABOE ess 1 20 JWBS20QT 320 Blade Guard EE 1 A LESS TS 0680021
36. Flat Washer ie dae ceci een aed ULL 6 22 ives TS 0720071 Lock Washer ENEE NENNEN den EE eau eer 2 Di TS 0050021 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 1 4 20x5 8 2 24 JWBS20 324 Wing BOlL cec dee en eere ecc od eee rove eee hot ba 2 SE JWBS18DX 325 Bracket Shaft uoo ta ven ers De ee reves A ud ae ue Ve aut 1 P ds JWBS20 326 GERINGE E 10 P emedan BB 6202ZZ Ball Bearing eren 6202 due 10 28 s JWBS20 328 SDACER LS LX A to ee E 4 AE N JWBS20 329 Upper Guide Shaft EE en are et dee n der ed epee 2 ZO TS 0267044 Set SCIeW ie od nde dre y dea ta eee 1 4 20x3 8 2 Slo ds JWBS20 2 LOCK Knobs e t eL e T 1 CEN TS 081F052 Pan Head Machine Screw seee 1 4 20X3 4 1 cc JWBS18 333 Hand Wheel otis et EE cavers OE AE 1 34 TS 0267044 I eter AE EE EE aide 1 4 20x3 8 1 eo JWBS20 103A Handle Pm 1 CEN JWBS18DX 336 Cutting Height Scale iieri ett end ebat n e ute ee 1 CTA JWBS18DX 337 Bracket siinil du 1 BG aide JWBS18DX 338 BASG M M M 1 eN JWBS20 339 Threaded Lock Bushing ee EE Ee ee EE Ek eene 1 dU JWBS20 340 eel m
37. NT ABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WALTER MEIER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY OR FOR INCIDENTAL CONTINGENT SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Walter Meier sells through distributors only The specifications in Walter Meier catalogs are given as general information and are not binding Members of Walter Meier reserve the right to effect at any time without prior notice those alterations to parts fittings and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever JETebranded products are not sold in Canada by Walter Meier 2 Table of Contents Warranty ands Ser VIGO cioe Soa Bee ad 2 able of COMMIS e M N 3 Upper 4 gigolo eiie 6 efe zoe MP EE 6 Grounding ln d ele e mt E 7 Meridiem 7 Models JWBS 18 3 20QT 3 20QT 5 nnee nennen ER ee ehh enne ener Re enirn nnne rrr annet 8 UNPACKING eet ME OE EE N ME ven oou HE RA Ee 9 Contents of Shipping Container 9 71571 1411 EER NR AE MES A ER EE RE ee 10 A Ze ee ENEE vee ede ee ENNEN 10 Mounting the Table EA 10 Rail Col dE EE 11 Fence Assembly and Adjustment
38. Td aas te e Shu ka A 1 eN JWBS20 2 LOCK KAOB ears EE EE EE da 1 e eius TS 081F052 OCIGW tegt N EE EE s t 1 4 20 x 3 4 1 GO nsi JWBS20 8W Dust enl TTT 1 CEE TS 0680031 Flat TT TT slal lt T 2 Void TS 0051051 Hex Cap O 5 16 18 x 1 2 eo JWBS18 235 Hm la EE EE EE laamma a 1 CEN TS 081C032 pl EE EE lid 180 24 x 1 2 2 i sites JWBS18 237 Strain Relief Bushing o tocara tardo lara 2 Oi TS 081C082 cl EI EE 180 24 x 1 1 2 2 ZO rated TS 1550031 Re ss seco eene Meen n de vee deep ko aah Mb ao bes ee eend 2 40 JWBS18 240 BUS EE EE 1 Al TS 2361051 Lock Washer eee eee ee I Le 2 T TS 0560071 Hex AE OE ats orale ete t ended 30 24 ee ee 2 43 JWBS18 243 Motor Cord eiii eee data for 1 75HP 1 dia JWBS18DXA 243A Motor Cord HOP BHP 1 dd JWBS18 244 Power Cord for 1 75HP 1 n JWBS18DXA 244A Power Cord HOP BHP 1 Ap BB 6205ZZ Ball Bearing eee ee 6205ZZ 1 46 JWBS18DXA 246 I D Label T LOR et 1 REE JWBS18DXA 246A I D Label ee ss ee ee ee HD 48 JWBS18 39A Door HITOS PM tet ce e Cete deg e tee et 2 49 JWBS18DX 249 Bracket ceux E 1 BO JWBS
39. This Manual is Bookmarked J E T Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 18 Inch 20 Inch Band Saw Models JWBS 18QT 18QT 3 20QT 3 20QT 5 JWBS 18QT JWBS 20QT WALTER MEIER Manufacturing Inc 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne TN 37086 4184 USA Part No M 710750B Ph 800 274 6848 Revision C 10 09 www waltermeier com Copyright 2009 Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc Warranty and Service Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc warrants every product it sells If one of our tools needs service or repair one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service In most cases any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair assist you in obtaining parts or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JETetools For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1 800 274 6848 MORE INFORMATION Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line For complete up to date product information check with your local Walter Meier distributor or visit jettools com WARRANTY JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product MW Metalworking WW Woodworking Body Repair Kits T Beam Clamps Bottle Jacks Chain Hoist Cable Pullers Manual Cold Saws E cu 7 Lever Hoists Hoists Air Pullers JCH Models A i Hoists Electric Palet Trucks Scissor Lift
40. breakage and or poor cutting performance Tip When the band saw is not being used place the mode selection lever J Fig 18 to the Partial Tension position this will prolong the blade s life Blade Tracking Tracking refers to the position of the saw blade on the wheels while the machine is in operation Tracking has been factory adjusted However it should be checked occasionally including after every blade change AWARNING Disconnect machine from power source before making any adjustments Important The blade must be in Full or Partial Tension positions before adjusting blade tracking see previous section Make sure the blade guides and other parts of the machine will not interfere with the movement of the blade To inspect and adjust tracking proceed as follows 16 F Full Release U position Figure 19 1 Open upper front door to expose the wheel Rotate the wheel clockwise by hand and observe the position of the blade on the wheel through the window E Fig 19 The blade should ride upon the center of the wheel as shown in Figure 20 2 If the blade tends to move toward the edge of the wheel loosen the wing nut D Fig 19 and slightly rotate the Knob C Fig 19 Rotating the knob clockwise will cause the blade to move toward the rear edge of the wheel Rotating the knob counterclockwise will cause the blade to move toward the front edge of the wheel Note This adjus
41. d saw is running or not Stop Press the red switch to stop Reset In the event that the band saw stops without pressing the stop button as the result of a tripped fuse or circuit breaker etc 1 Press red button to reset 2 Press the green button to restart the machine Safety Key The magnetic Start Stop switch comes equipped with a magnetic safety key When in position on the switch as shown in Figure 31 the magnetic safety key trips a relay which will allow the machine to start and stop when the respective switches are pressed Being magnetic the safety key can be removed to make the machine inoperable and can be hidden for safe storage by attaching it underneath the rail or another magnetic surface When using a saw equipped with this switch place the safety key on the switch cover lining up the arrow on the key with the REMOVE arrow on the cover Then rotate the key so the arrow lines up with the LOCK arrow This will prevent the safety key from coming loose from vibration when the machine is in use Safety Key START SWITCH and Power Indicator Light STOP RESET Figure 31 Magnetic Start Stop Switch Brake Pedal JWBS 20QT only Press the brake pedal A Fig 32 while the saw is running to stop the saw Re start the saw by pressing the on switch Figure 32 Brake Pedal Operation General Procedure 1 Make sure the blade and upper and lower bearings are properly adjusted fo
42. do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual ACAUTION This means that if precautions are not heeded it may result in minor injury and or possible machine damage AWARNING This means that if precautions are not heeded it may result in serious injury or possibly even death SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Introduction This manual is provided by Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for JET model JWBS 18QT and JWBS 20QT series band saws This manual contains instructions on installation safety precautions general operating procedures maintenance instructions and parts breakdown This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual If there are any questions or comments please contact either your local supplier or Walter Meier Walter Meier can also be reached at our web site www waltermeier com Specifications Model Number JWBS 18QT JWBS 18QT 3 JWBS 20QT 3 JWBS 20QT 5 Stock N mber AE EE aae 710750B 710751B 708754B 708755B Band Saw Gizem GEE ER 20 sinet 20 Cutting Capacity height mn EE RE a NICE 12 1 4 Cu
43. e 24 shows an example of blade lead Blade lead can be caused by a number of factors and these should all be checked and corrected if necessary O Fence is not parallel to miter slot and blade CJ Blade is not tensioned correctly CJ Blade is dull O Teeth have too much set on one side of the blade If replacement of the blade is not currently an option the blade lead can be compensated for by skewing the fence Proceed as follows 1 Cut a scrap piece of wood about the same length as the band saw table and joint one edge along its length or rip it on a table saw to give it a straight edge 2 Draw a line on the board parallel with the jointed or straight edge of the board 3 Move the band saw fence out of the way and carefully make a freehand cut along your drawn line on the board Stop about midway on the board and shut off the band saw allow the blade to come to a complete stop but do not allow the board to move Clamp the board to the table Slide the band saw fence over against the board until it contacts the straight edge of the board at some point Lock the fence down 6 Loosen the four hex cap screws at the top of the fence see Figure 9 and shift the fence until it is parallel to the board along its length 7 Re tighten the four hex cap screws Note Skewing the fence to correct blade lead is effective for that particular blade when a new blade is installed the fence will probably ne
44. e 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 2 b JWBS18 313 LOCK Knob etten ert ox Decir ES RE 1 14 snc JWBS18DX 314 EEn 1 VO mn TS 0255021 Button Head Socket Screw 5 16 18 x 1 2 4 Wear JWBS18DX 316 eure ERE 1 df RA JWBS18DX 317 Nn 1 18 TS 0720071 Lock Washer eee eee ee RE EE aa 3 jr TS 0050011 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 1 4 20 x 1 2 1 20 1 JWBS18 320N Guide Bracket AE EE zaden e dure eee ee ae ed 1 215 us TS 0207021 Socket Head Cap Screw eee e 1 4 20 x 1 2 2 DO vanima JWBS18X 322 Blade GUA EE 2 2912 2 TS 0720111 Ree n TTT pacc ME ea 1 24 TS 0561051 Hex NUL dert Oe DE ja de teet MOENS kh ruda EER Ts 1 2D a JWBS18DX 325 Locking Shaft za un norse ea anderen De eg Ge EE aah eee alae 1 EH JWBS20 326 A I NP 10 Oa nd BB 6202ZZ Ball Bearing 1 certe BOLLE Ee EE Ee 10 28 ee JWBS20 328 ete EE RETE d EL xmas JWBS20 329 Shalt tie ieee nR AA ran eee 2 30 rte TS 0270031 Set SCIOW wus san a vaneen e dee RS d era n ea ee 5 16 18 x 3 8 2 aaaden JWBS20 2 Hore diro e atico alista obtain EE ER 1 Dd ds TS 081F052 lm RE EE ER kal Saka 1 4 20 x 3 4
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46. e wheel is still off this is the most convenient time to check the wheel and motor pulley alignment Jump to the Pulley Alignment procedure following page at this time At the conclusion you will be redirected back here After the pulley alignment if performed is complete 7 Reinstall the lower wheel hex nut and washer and tighten the hex nut 8 Unlock ock handle A Fig 25 Apply belt tension by slightly pushing handle B Fig 25 down 9 Tighten the ock handle A Fig 25 to secure Figure 28 the motor C Important Before operating the band saw refer to the sections listed below and perform the required adjustments described in them O Installing Changing Blades page 15 Belt Tension below Blade Tension page 20 Blade Tracking page 16 Upper Bearing Adjustments page 17 Lower Bearing Adjustments page 18 naunan 21 Pulley Alignment The pulley alignment is done in conjunction with the poly V belt replacement If you are just beginning the alignment start with the Replacing the Poly V Belt section previous page If you were directed here proceed as follows 1 Uses a straight edge placed against the wheel pulley and motor pulley and refer to Figure 29 to determine if alignment is necessary If alignment is necessary 2 Witha 4mm hex wrench loosen two set screws on the motor lower pulley Adjust the motor pulley by sliding in or out Confirm the alignment of the pol
47. ect machine from power source Place the mode selection lever J Fig 18 in the Full Release Blade Change position Note 1 When changing the position of the mode selection lever the machine must be turned off Note 2 The blade tension handwheel A Fig 17 is primarily used for initial blade tension adjustments described on following page Remove the table insert B Fig 17 Remove the tapered pin C Fig 17 by using the wrench attached together with the pin Lower the upper blade guide assembly F fig 17 by loosening the knob H Fig 18 and rotating the handwheel G Fig 18 clock wise Open upper and lower front doors D Fig 17 Carefully remove the blade from between upper and lower blade guides and upper and lower wheels then remove blade through the table slot E Fig 17 Guide new blade through table slot E Fig 17 Place blade in upper and lower blade guides Note Make sure blade teeth point down toward table see inset Fig 17 and toward the front of the saw Hint If the teeth cannot be made to point down try turning the blade inside out first then reattempt Position blade on the middle of the upper and lower wheels Replace the table insert B Fig 17 and tapered pin C Fig 17 Place the lever J Fig 18 to the Full Tension or Partial Tension ldle Tracking position Before operating the band saw the new blade must be adjusted and blade guides re adju
48. ed re adjustment Figure 24 Changing the Blade Speed AWARNING Disconnect machine from power source before making any adjustments The JWBS 18QT and 20QT band saw has two blade speed options which is determined by the position of the pulley drive belt Refer to the Specifications section page 6 for speed specs To change the blade speed while referring to Figure 25 1 Loosen the lock handle A that secures the motor C 2 Release belt tension by pulling handle B up which raises the motor then tighten lock handle A Open the lower wheel door C Fig 27 Referring to Figure 26 For higher blade speed place the poly V belt in the A position on the spindle and motor pulleys as shown in Figure 26 For lower blade speed place the poly V belt in the B position on the spindle and motor pulleys After repositioning the belt 5 Unlock ock handle A Fig 25 Apply belt tension by slightly pushing handle B Fig 25 down 6 Tighten the ock handle A Fig 25 to secure the motor C Fig 25 Belt Tension The drive belt and pulleys are properly adjusted at the factory However belt tension should be occasionally checked The belt will need to be re tensioned after belt replacement AWARNING Disconnect machine from power source before making any adjustments Referring to Figure 25 1 Loosen the ock handle A that secures the motor C 2 Set the belt tension by lightly p
49. es ss ee ee ke RE AA ee ke RR Re ee ee for 1 75HP 1 JWBS18DX 113 Shaft El 1 TS 1541031 Nylon Insert Lock NWL sees ee eee eeen MO tirao 1 JWBS18DXA 115 Spring O 1 JWBS18 116 eUT M OR ME ED 1 JWBS18DX 117 Pole si SE DE eM ER UM uU Ee 1 JWBS18 118 SCIOW xxn thus icr LUE EE Menge maa 1 JWBS18DXA 121 Bracket eee eee 1 TS 0050021 Hex Cap Screw eee eee ee 1 4 20 x 5 8 4 JWBS18DX 123 Blade Adjusting Screw nanne eee 1 JWBS18 125 Hand Wheel RE De EE e doen Qu ee reae dee e y Pace UY zx nn 1 TS 0267044 Ie E em 1 4 20 x 3 8 2 TS 0209021 Socket Head Cap Screw eee e 3 8 16 x 5 8 1 TS 0720091 Lock Washer rater eee vat O B hs nra dana 1 JWBS18 129 Upper Wheel Shaft AAA 1 BB 6203ZZ Ball Ta Tn TTT T PT 2 JWBS18 131 Retaining Hm RAO vennen caue 2 JWBS18 132 Upper Wheel N ME EE re ee 1 JWBS18DX 133 i x LEE 1 JWBS18 135 ud 5 8 18UNF L H 1 JWBS18DX 136 Blade Ld iei eter es 3 A W x 137 L x 026T x 4TPI 1 TS 0590061 Wing NE oe tas bey on tp 5 16 18 1 tite 1 JWBS18 138 LOCK Knob iiie RE e ores B G i dte cast 1 JWBS18DXA 139 Upper Front DOOL s AA 1 JWBS18 140 JET uie GR eorr aaya eto peo e pem ee dee
50. gn There are five 5 blade features that are normally changed to meet certain kinds of sawing requirements They are 1 width 2 pitch number of teeth per inch 3 tooth form or shape 4 the set of the teeth 5 the blade material itself Width Band saw blades come in different standard widths measured from the back of the blade to 25 the tip of the tooth Generally wider blades are used for ripping or making straight cuts narrower blades are often used when the part being cut has curves with small radii When cutting straight lines with a narrow blade the blade may have a tendency to wander causing blade lead refer to the Blade Lead section in Adjustments Pitch Pitch is measured in teeth per inch TPI Figure 37 shows blades with different pitches A fine pitch more teeth per inch will cut slower but smoother A coarse pitch fewer teeth per inch will cut rougher but faster As a rule of thumb the thicker the workpiece the coarser will be the blade pitch If you have to cut a hard or very brittle material you will probably want to use a blade with a finer pitch in order to get good clean cuts General rule Use a blade that will have no fewer than 6 and no more than 12 teeth in the workpiece at any given time Gullet xis No of teeth in 1 T COARSE MEDIUM FINE Figure 37 Shape Figure 38 shows common types of tooth shape Tooth shape has an effect on cutting rate and w
51. he miter slot When the fence has been properly aligned to the miter slot tighten the four socket head cap screws B Fig 9 with a 6mm hex wrench Make sure the fence remains parallel to the miter slot as you tighten the screws Note This alignment will again be checked once the guide rail has been tightened Move the fence assembly to the other side of the blade as shown in Figure 10 so that the pointer B Fig 10 on the fence body points to zero on the scale Lock the fence by pushing the handle A Fig 10 down Move the guide rail D Fig 10 with the locked fence until the fence is flush against the blade C Fig 10 Do not unlock the fence to perform this Move the fence and guide rail together when establishing the zero point Important Do not force the fence into the blade so that the blade bends With a 10mm wrench tighten the five hex cap screws located on the bottom of the front rail that hold the guide rail to the front rail Note After tightening the guide rail double check that the fence is still parallel to the miter slot Make additional adjustments if needed Figure 9 Figure 10 Adjusting Clearance between Fence and Table Referring to Figures 11 and 12 Check the clearance between the table and the fence The fence should not rub against the table surface but be slightly above it This gap should be the same at the front of the table as it is at the rear If the gap between fence and
52. ith few exceptions the Skip and Hook types are used to obtain higher feed rates when cutting thick workpieces Variable tooth blades are also available which combine features of the other styles REGULAR SKIP HOOK VARIABLE Figure 38 Set The term set refers to the way in which the saw teeth are bent or positioned Set patterns are usually selected depending on the type of material that needs to be cut Three common set patterns are shown in Figure 39 Generally the Raker set is used for cutting metal workpieces the Wave set when the thickness of the workpiece changes such as cutting hollow tubing or structurals The Straight set is most often preferred when cutting wood or plastics STRAIGHT Figure 39 Material Band saw blades can be made from different types of materials Some of the most common include spring steel carbon steel carbon steel equipped with a high speed or welded edge bi metal or carbide tips A special type of saw blade is made from high speed steel these should not be used on band saws with low rates of speed Because of the importance of blade selection it is recommended that you use the Blade Selection Guide on page 27 AWARNING When cutting do not overfeed the blade overfeeding will reduce blade life and may cause the blade to break Blade Breakage Band saw blades are subject to high stresses and breakage may sometimes be unavoidable However many factors ca
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54. m front K Figure 21 A convenient way to achieve this spacing is by placing a dollar bill folded twice four thicknesses between the blade and support bearing four thicknesses of a dollar bill is approximately 1 64 3 Tighten wing nut E To adjust the guide bearings refer to Figure 22 4 Loosen the ocking handle L and slide the assembly until the front of the guide bearings rest just behind the gullet of the blade teeth see inset 5 Loosen two wing nuts Ji Je Rotate the adjustment handles M until the guide bearings K rest lightly against the blade N Do not force the guide bearings against the side of the blade 6 Tighten wing nuts Ji Je Fig 22 Check to make sure the adjustments have not changed and the bearing guides do not pinch the blade Place the mode selection lever J Fig 18 in the Partial Tension position when the machine is not in use Figure 22 Lower Bearing Adjustments AWARNING Unplug the machine from power source before making any adjustments Blade teeth are sharp use care when working near the saw blade Failure to comply may cause serious injury Note Blade tension and tracking must be properly adjusted prior to bearing guide setup Refer to the Blade Tension section page 16 1 Place the mode selection lever J Fig 18 in the Full Tension position Referring to Figure 23 2 Loosenthe thumb screw B This will allow the thrust bearing A to mo
55. n be controlled to help prevent most blade breakage Here are some common causes for breakage 1 Misalignment of the blade guides 26 Feeding work too fast Using a wide blade to cut a short radius curve Excessive tension Teeth are dull or improperly set Upper guides are set too high off the workpiece 7 Faulty weld on blade Maintenance AWARNING Before any intervention on the machine disconnect it from the electrical supply by pulling out the plug Failure to comply may cause serious injury Keep bearing guides clean and free of build up Check that the cleaning brush over the band wheel is working properly and remove any deposits from the band wheels to avoid vibration and blade breakage The table surface should be kept clean and free of rust for best results Some users prefer a paste wax coating Another option is talcum powder applied with a blackboard eraser rubbed in vigorously once a week this will fill casting pores and form a moisture barrier This method provides a table top that is slick and allows rust rings to be easily wiped from the surface Important also is the fact that talcum powder will not stain wood or mar finishes as wax pickup does Do not let saw dust build up in the upper and lower wheel housings Vacuum out frequently Connect the band saw to a JET dust collection system Clean and grease the raising lowering rack for the upper bearing guides if it becomes difficult to rai
56. ng Capacitor not shown 5bOpf 450VAC 1 JWBS20QT 218CC Capacitor Cover not shown csse JWBS20QT 21 8B Junction Box not shown see e eee eee e 1 vakant VBS18MW 218JBC Junction Box Cover not shown ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ae ee ee EE JWBS2001 218CS Centrifugal Switch not shown eek e e ee ee ee ee ee ee 1 En JWBS20QT 219 Motor ST le EE 1 AR N TS 0081031 Hex Cap Screw s e iom ee eed bases 5 16 18x3 4 4 AE TS 0680031 Flat Washer oe eerie nine DINO E 4 22 usa TS 0060051 Hex Cap SCrew gege oen etes iere tona onus 3 8 16x1 1 QO randen TS 0720091 Lock Washer soci in e e o rendent aaa 9 83 tetro poeni eet 2 EE er TS 0680044 Flat Washer esce eerie ie okee BIS E H 2 oe JWBS20QT 225 Motor uU RE e EE EE 1 26 os TS 0270031 Set SEW A ende tae te edd eet 5 16 18X3 8 2 OT ss JWBS20QT 227 Lower Front DOOF 1 5 22454442 N EE eet cu ae a ae EMAS 1 28 55 JWBS20 542 Boro ASU EE 1 E TS 0561011 Hex Uli ER EE uon dca 1 4 20 nnen 1 IO ravita JWBS20 2 LOCK tel EE 1 31 4 TS 081F052 Pan Head Machine Screw nnee 1 4 20X3 4 1 Ke JWBS20 8 KE e O maa ad ia reget sa OR EG 1 KE ioaea TS 0680031 Flat Washer
57. part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non glare overhead lighting Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material oil and grease Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area Keep children away AN Warnings 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Make your workshop child proof with padlocks master switches or by removing starter keys Give your work undivided attention Looking around carrying on a conversation and horse play are careless acts that can result in serious injury Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed The right tool will do the job better and safer Use recommended accessories improper accessories may be hazardous Maintain tools with care Keep blades sharp and clean for the best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Turn off the machine before cleaning Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips or debris do not use your hands Do not stand on the machine Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over Never leave the machine running unattended Turn the power off and
58. pontem egenis 1 JWBS18 141 Warningdabel m 1 JWBS18 142 so M EE EE TE HR ja kka e 1 TS 0561011 He NU stunge cer eege e e e c ee e iode 1 4 20 1 N 1 TS 081C092 RE EE aid 180 24 x 3 4 3 TS 0050011 Hex Gap Screw bii I voer eee eer SEN GE 1 4 20 x 1 2 2 JWBS18 39A Door Hinge 411p EO EE t uode oreet ran deeld 2 JWBS18DXA 146 Upper Wheel Bracket Left Ode 1 JWBS18DX 147 Tracking Window nnen HNZ GSS enne nnne 1 TS 081C032 fois ME 180 24 x 1 2 2 TS 1550031 Flat Washer eee eee eee ee Mb iced ede 4 TS 2361051 Lock Washer annen eneen rennen eneen M5 eeen nnee de 2 TS 0560071 Hex NU rec RE EE 30 24 ee ee 2 JWBS18DXA 152A Switch Plate see for 1 75HP 1 JWBS18DXA 152 Switch Plate se for 3HP 1 JWBS18DX 153 Scale Bracket ix eec T bee Du eee PR n a eap ns 1 TS 081C022 STE RE dend 10 24 x 3 8 2 TS 1550061 Flat Washer essen EE Da s Ek 2 JWBS18DXA 156 Tension Status Label 1 JWBS18DXA 157 Blade Tension Arm Assembly anna 1 TS 1533052 GTO UR UN EPI EG M5 x 16 1 JWL1220VS 146 Star Washer eee eee eee EE 1 Index No Part No Description Size Qty 62 5 s TS 1540031 Hex EE OE EN ve
59. r tension and tracking 2 Adjust blade guide assembly so that the guide bearings are just above the workpiece about 3 16 allowing minimum exposure to the blade See Figure 33 3 If using the fence move it into position and lock it to the guide rail If you are using the miter gauge for a crosscut the fence should be moved safely out of the way 4 Turn on the band saw and allow a few seconds for the machine to reach full speed AWARNING Whenever possible use a push stick hold down power feeder jig or similar device while feeding stock to prevent your hands getting too close to the blade 5 Place the straightest edge of the workpiece against the fence and push the workpiece slowly into the blade Do not force the workpiece into the blade ACAUTION When cutting do not overfeed the blade overfeeding will reduce blade life and may cause the blade to break 6 When cutting long stock the operator should use roller stands support tables or an assistant to help stabilize the workpiece approx 3 16 d ES E x aS EIA df x o Figure 33 1 Workpiece Ripping Ripping is cutting lengthwise down the workpiece and with the grain of wood stock See Figure 34 Figure 34 Crosscutting Crosscutting is cutting across the grain of the workpiece while using the miter gauge to feed the workpiece into the blade Slide the bar of the miter gauge into the end of the slot on the table
60. ressing down on the handle B The weight of the motor should put enough tension on the belt You just want to push down lightly to take up any slack 20 co Figure 25 Lower Flywheel Motor Pulley Figure 26 3 Tighten the ock handle A Note A new belt may stretch slightly during the breaking in process and the tension may occasionally need to be checked and adjusted Place the mode selection lever J Fig 18 in the Partial Tension position when the machine is not in use Replacing the Poly V Belt AWARNING Disconnect machine from power source before making any adjustments 1 Place the mode selection lever J Fig 18 in the Full Release position Referring to Figure 25 2 Loosen the lock handle A that secures the motor C 3 Release belt tension by pulling handle B up 4 which raises the motor then tighten lock handle A 4 Open the lower wheel door C Fig 27 and remove the hex nut and washer D Fig 27 5 Remove the wheel E Fig 28 If the lower wheel does not come off easily you may need to use a pulley puller to remove it Figure 27 Note If you are doing a pulley alignment only skip Step 6 6 Remove the old belt F Fig 28 and install the new belt Note For higher blade speed place the belt on the pulleys closest to the motor A Fig 26 For lower blade speed place the belt on the pulleys away from the motor B Fig 26 Since th
61. se or lower Clean and oil the tensioning mechanism if it becomes difficult to adjust Vacuum out the motor fan cover Blade Selection Guide Identify the material and thickness of your workpiece The chart will show the recommended PITCH blade TYPE and FEED RATE Key H Hook L Low S Skip M Medium R Regular H High Example 10 H M means 10 teeth per inch Hook Type Blade Medium Feed Workpiece Thickness Material s 1 2 1 3 6 Hardwood 10 R L 8 R L 3 H M 3 H M Woods Softwood 10 R L 8 R L 3 H M 3 H M Carbon 10 R L 6 R L 3 S M 3 S M Non Mica 32 R L Metals Asbestos ap 6 RIL 3sM 3 S M Hard Rubber 10 R L 8 R L 6 R M 2 S H Formica 14 R M 10 R M 4 H H 4 H H Masonite 10 R L 4 S L 3 S M 3 H M Plastics Micarta 14 R M 10 R M 4 H H 3 H H Plexiglas 10 R L 6 R L 3 S M 3 S M Paper 14 R L 10 R L 4 S L 3 S M Study the part drawing or prototype or actually CUTTING RADII measure the smallest cutting radius required and locate this radius in inches on the chart at the right Follow the curve to where the TVR Siet 3 R 2 R approximate blade width is specified If a radius T AeR falls between two of the curves select the widest blade that will saw this radius R This procedure should be used for making initial VR blade selections These recommendations can of course be adjusted to meet specific requirements of a
62. sembly Handwheel Attach the handle A Fig 4 to the handwheel B Fig 4 Mounting the Table Important The table is heavy Mounting with the help of another person is recommended Referring to Figures 5 and 6 1 Remove the table insert A and tapered pin B 2 Slide the table so the saw blade D passes through the s ot where the tapered pin B was located 3 Rotate the table 90 degrees so that the miter slot C is parallel to the blade D and to the right of the blade when facing the band saw as viewed in Figure 6 4 Line up the table G to the trunnions so that the bolts F Fa feed through the support bracket Ei Ez For band saw model JWBS 18QT Secure the table with two ock knobs H For band saw model JWBS 20QT Secure the table with ock knob H to bolt F and lock handle J to bolt Fo 5 Reinstall the table insert A and tapered pin B Figure 4 SE Rian Figure 5 see Note 1 Right gen Note 1 JWBS 20QT uses lock handle J Note 2 JWBS 18QT uses lock knob H Figure 6 Rail Assembly Referring to Figure 7 1 Attach the front rail F to the cast iron table with two 1 4 x 5 8 hex cap screws two 1 4 lock washers and two 1 4 flat washers The screws should be in approximately the center of the slot Hand tighten only at this time Attach the rear rail G to the table with two 1 4 x 5 8 hex cap screws two 1 4 lock washers and two 1
63. sted The required adjustments are contained in the sections listed below and which follow immediately Blade Tension page 16 Blade Tracking page 16 Upper Bearing Adjustment page 17 Lower Bearing Adjustment page 18 Ou Figure 17 y Tension Figure 18 Blade Tension Blade tension is set with the blade tension handwheel A Fig 19 and is performed following blade replacement and periodically as the blade stretches from use AWARNING Disconnect machine from power source before making any adjustments Referring to Figure 19 1 Place the mode selection lever F in the Full Tension position see Figure 18 2 Set the blade tension by handwheel A according to directions shown in Figure 19 The gauge B indicates the approximate tension according to the width of the blade in inches Initially set the blade tension to correspond to the width of your blade The JWBS 18QT comes with a 3 4 blade so the tension should be set at 3 4 when using this blade The JWBS 20QT comes with a 1 blade so the tension should be set at 1 when using this blade Note For the JWBS 18QT the tension gauge can also be seen from the front of the saw through the wheel when the upper door is open the arrow rotating the As you become familiar with the saw you may find it necessary to change the blade tension from the initial setting Keep in mind that too little or too much blade tension can cause blade
64. tment is sensitive perform it in small increments and give the blade time to react to the changes as you continue to rotate the wheel 3 When the blade is tracking properly in the center of the wheel re tighten the wing nut D Fig 19 4 Close the upper front door Blade _____ approximately centered Figure 20 Blade Tire Wheel Overview Bearing Adjustments Thrust back support bearing are located behind the saw blade and provide support to the back of the blade when the saw is in operation Guide bearings are located on either side of the saw blade and provide stability for the blade when the saw is in operation These bearings rotate on an eccentric shaft so the distance from the blade can be adjusted for optimal performance Upper Bearing Adjustments AWARNING Unplug the machine from power source before making any adjustments Blade teeth are sharp use care when working near the saw blade Failure to comply may cause serious injury Note Blade tension and tracking must be properly adjusted prior to bearing guide setup Refer to the Blade Tension section previous page To adjust the thrust bearing 1 Place the mode selection lever J Fig 18 in the Full Tension position Referring to Figure 21 2 Loosen the wing nut E and slide the bearing and bearing post until the space between the thrust bearing H and the back edge of the l SY blade G is approximately 1 64 View fro
65. tting Capacity width in 18 Oise 18 8 8 A DOE ge ie eed nts 20 Maximum Rip Left of Blade w Fence in 1631 25 mm ist 161 iii lt Lite 18 1 2 Maximum Rip Right of Blade w Fence in LO Tl Ore tein 9 9 4 nidi EE 9 3 4 Blade Length On Vin ilu Mia EE dees 150 Blade Speed EDM 1800 3200 1800 3200 1800 3200 1800 3200 Minimum Blade Width in esses V8 etus MOI AAA 1 8 Maximum Blade Width in BI EE diia UE in 1 1 2 Table Gizem 19 X10 nnus 19 o inus 21 X IE 21 x21 Table Tilt degrees 45 R to 10 L 45 R to 10 L 45 R to 10 L 45 R to 10 L Table Height from Floor in SU cies EIER ects 36 1 8 36 1 8 Wheel Diameter mn AAA EE E 5 c 20 1 2 Dust Chute Diameter in nnen ennen EE ER N ER EE EA do ove e t ine 4 Overall Dimensions HxWxD in 73 x 41 1 2 x 30 73 x 41 1 2 x 32 74 x 41 1 2 x 37 74 x 41 1 2 x 39 Motor oh nue 1 75 HP 1Ph 115 230V 3 HP 1Ph 230V 3 HP 1Ph 230V 5 HP 1Ph 230V Net Weight approx be E aia lakata BB dunes 562 EE RD 595 Shipping Weight approx Ibs MID renden dein ear 459 escis 043 stram eren EE kenne 676 M n mmm Prewired 1
66. ve freely and prevent interference with the saw blade C during the following steps Guide Gearings Adjustment 3 Loosen the ocking handle D then turn the adjustment screw E to adjust the assembly forward or backward until the front of the guide bearings F rest just behind the gullet of the blade teeth C and inset 4 Tighten the ocking handle D Thrust Bearing Adjustment 5 With the thumb screw still loose from Step 1 slide the thrust bearing and bearing post until the space between the bearing A and the back edge of the blade C is approximately 1 64 A convenient way to achieve this spacing is by placing a dollar bil folded twice four thicknesses between the blade and support bearing four thicknesses of a dollar bill is approximately 1 64 Figure 23 Tighten the thumb screw B Loosen the ock knob G Rotate the adjustment handles H until the guide bearings F rest lightly against the blade C Do not force the guide bearings against the side of the blade 8 Tighten the ock knob G Check to make sure the adjustments have not changed and the bearing guides do not pinch the blade Place the mode selection lever J Fig 18 in the Partial Tension position when the machine is not in use Blade Lead Blade drift also known as ead or fence drift is a problem that may occur when the blade begins to wander off the cutting line even when the band saw fence is being used Figur
67. w should be connected to a dedicated circuit with a circuit breaker or time delay fuse with the appropriate amperage rating See Table 1 for recommended circuit sizes NOTE These are recommendations only all local codes must be given priority Extension cords The use of an extension cord is not recommended for this band saw Try to position your machine within reach of the power supply If an extension cord becomes necessary make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the machines motor plate An undersize cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Use the chart in Table 2 as a general guide in choosing the correct size cord If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Recommended Model Voltage Circuit JWBS 18QT 115V 40A 710750B 230V 20A JWBS 18QT 3 710751B 230 30A JWBS 20QT 3 708754B 720 305 JWBS 20QT 5 708755B 200 20A Local codes take precedence over recom mendations Table 1 Recommended Gauges AWG of Extension Cords A HEF feet feet feet feet feet feet eo IC CR REC EE puer pe E ee e KA KL pa Sd A es pu pw pee pe based on limiting the line voltage drop to 5V at 150 of the rated amperes NR Not Recommended Table 2 Unpacking Remove the crate and packing material from the band saw except for the transport skid on the bottom
68. y V belt by placing a straight edge against the faces of both pulleys Figure 29 If the straight edge lies flush against both pulleys then the pulleys and belt are aligned 5 Re tighten the two set screws on the motor pulley Return to Step 7 of the Replacing Poly V Belt section on page 21 22 Straight Edge al Gap Wheel Gap Motor Pulley Motor Pulley Aligned Not Aligned Figure 29 Operating Controls Start Stop Switch The switch shown in Figure 30 is used on model JBWS 18QT band saw Press the green on button A Fig 4 to start Press the red safety switch off button B Fig 4 to stop Figure 30 Start Stop Switch The switch shown in Figure 31 is a magnetic switch used on the JBWS 18QT 3 and all JBWS 20QT model band saws Power Indicator Light The start switch has a power indicator lamp which is on whenever there is power connected to the band saw not just when the band saw is running Do not assume that no light means there is no power to the machine If the bulb is bad there will no indication Always check before use AWARNING Do not rely that no light means no power to the machine Always check for power first Failure to comply may cause serious injury To operate the magnetic Start Stop switch referring also to Figure 31 Start Press the green start switch When power is connected to the machine the green light is always on regardless of whether the ban

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