Adjustments
Blade Tracking Adjustment
Refer to Figures 13 and 14.
Blade tracking has been set and tested at the factory. Adjustment is rarely required when the blade is used properly or if the blade is correctly welded.
If adjustment is needed:
1.Using the blade tension handwheel (D), make sure the blade is properly tensioned.
Note: Blade tensioning is described in the Changing Blades section on page 18).
Keep proper tension at all times.
2.Raise the saw head (A) as shown.
3.Open the wheel guards (B).
4.Remove both of the
5.Loosen three hex locking screws (E) in the head weldment (G).
While performing the following, keep the blade from rubbing excessively on the shoulder of the wheel. Excessive rubbing will damage the wheel and/or the blade.
6.Start the saw. Turn the adjustment screws (F) to tilt the idler wheel (Figure 14) until the blade is touching the shoulder of the idler wheel.
Note: As a general rule, make the same adjustment to the two adjustment screws on the right (F). The single adjustment on the left is independent.
7.Next, turn the adjustment screws (F) so the blade starts to move away from the shoulder of the wheel – then immediately turn the adjustment screws in the other direction so the blade stops – then moves slowly toward the shoulder.
Keep fingers clear of the blade and wheel to avoid injury.
8.Turn the adjustment screws (F) to stop the motion of the blade on the wheel as it gets closer to the wheel shoulder.
Put a
9.Turn the adjustment screws (F) slightly.
Figure 13
Figure 14