Wilton 8203VS Introduction, Setup and Operation, Band Saw Features, Set-up, Assembly of Band Saw

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Introduction

This manual includes operating and maintenance instructions for the Wilton 14-Inch Tradesman Vertical Band Saws, Models 8201, 8203, 8201VS, and 8203VS. This manual also includes parts listings and illustrations of replaceable parts.

Band Saw Features

Refer to Figures 1 through 3 for key features of the band saw machine. Refer to the Specifications section for additional information on the features and capabilities of the saw.

Figure 1: Band Saw Features (Rear View) (Models 8201/8203)

Saw Head

Clutch Knob

Gearbox

Oil Level

GaugeVariable Speed

Control

Drive

Pivoting

Motor

Motor

Mounting

 

 

Plate

 

Motor Pulley

Figure 2: Band Saw Features (Rear View) (Models 8201VS/8203VS)

Setup and Operation

Set-up

The band saw is shipped with the saw frame separated from the saw base. Set-up of the band saw involves installing the frame and setting-up the saw on the shop floor.

Assembly of Band Saw

The saw is shipped as two separate units — saw frame and base. The saw frame must, therefore, be assembled to the base.

1.Remove loose parts from the saw base and sawframe.

2.Place the base in the location in the shop and bolt the base to the floor. (See following section on spotting saw.) Put shims under the hold-down bolts as required to make sure the saw is level.

3.Place the saw frame on the base. Be sure the pulleys on the saw frame and pulleys in the base are aligned with each other.

4.Install the four bolts, upper washers, lower washers, lock washers and nuts that secure the frame to the base finger tight. Using a straight edge, align the pulleys. Then tighten the four attachment bolt and nuts.

5.Loosen the motor mounting bolts and install the drive belt(s).

Blade tension adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

knob

Upper drive

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

wheelUpper

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

blade

 

 

 

 

 

guide

 

 

 

 

 

support

 

 

 

 

 

assembly

 

 

 

 

Lock Knob

 

 

 

 

 

Upper blade

 

 

 

 

 

guide and

 

Upper

 

 

 

support

 

ON/OFF

Optional rip

Miter

assembly

 

wheel

 

guard

switch

fence

slot

Table

 

Blade guard

 

 

 

 

Lower wheel guard

 

 

Lower drive

 

Dust chute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

wheel

 

 

 

 

 

Lower blade

 

 

 

 

 

guide and

 

 

 

 

 

support

 

 

 

 

 

assembly

 

 

 

 

 

Base

 

Figure 3: Band Saw Features (Front View) (All Models)

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Contents Models 8201, 8203, 8201VS and 8203VS Inch Vertical Band SawsPage Table of Contents Specifications General Specifications8201 8203 8201VS 8203VS When Servicing Machine Machinery General Safety WarningsWhen Setting up Machine When Using MachineSee Figure B Safety Instructions on Sawing SystemsWire Sizes General Electrical CautionsIntroduction Setup and OperationBand Saw Features Assembly of Band SawConnecting to 3-phase power Setting-up SawElectrical Installing Optional Rip Fence Installing Optional Frame RiserOperating Instructions START/STOP SwitchOperating Instructions Operating ControlsAdjusting Table Angle AdjustmentsAdjusting Blade Support/Guide Height Adjusting Blade TensionChanging Clutch Position Adjusting Miter Gauge Slot ParallelismAdjusting Blade Speed Models 8201/8203 Adjusting Blade Speed Models 8201VS/8203VSChanging Pulley-to-Belt Position Changing Drive Belt PositionUsing the Dust Control Chute MaintenanceUsing Miter System Using Rip FenceLower Blade Guide Support Rear View Draining and refilling the reduction gearbox Periodic MaintenanceTroubleshooting Replacing drive wheel rubber protectorsBelt Dressing Action Interval MaintenanceFault Probable cause Suggested remedy WMH Tool Group Vantage Drive Elgin, IL Phone Replacement PartsPage Exploded View Saw Head Models 8201, 8203, 8201VS, and 8203VS Parts Listing Saw Head Models 8201, 8203, 8201VS, and 8203VS Exploded View Gearbox Models 8201 Parts Listing Gearbox Models 8201 Exploded View Gearbox Models 8201VS and 8203VS Parts Listing Gearbox Models 8201VS and 8203VS Parts List Optional Riser Block All Models Parts List Optional Rip Fence All Models Page Page Page WMH Tool Group