Harbor Freight Tools 97099 operating instructions INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, and Cleaning

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13.IMPORTANT: When in the horizontal cutting mode only, the Motor Toggle Switch (750S4) will automatically turn to its “OFF” position and shut off the Bandsaw’s Motor when the cut has been completed. (See Figure T.)

14.Once the cut is made, and the motor is switched off, turn the Coolant Pump Toggle Switch (750S2) to its “OFF” position. Turn the Coolant Pump Fitting (91S) to its “CLOSED” position. Then unplug the Power Cable (500) from its electrical outlet. (See Figure T.)

1. Wait until the Saw Blade (251) comes to a complete stop. Then raise the Saw Head to its full vertical position. Turn the Cylinder (216) to its “OFF” position to lock the Saw Head in place. Remove the workpiece from the Vise (9, 22) assembly and scrap material from the Base (1) of the Bandsaw. (See Figure T.)

1. Turn the Cylinder (216) to its “ON” position. Slowly lower the Saw Head to its horizontal position. Then turn the Cylinder to its “OFF” position to lock the Saw Head in place. (See Figure T.)

 

Maintenance And Servicing

 

Risk of serious personal injury from accidental starting or

WARNING

electric shock. Turn the Power Switch of the Bandsaw to its

 

 

“OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet

 

before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning

 

procedures.

Damaged equipment can fail, causing serious personal injury. Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING

1.Before each use, inspect the general condition of the Bandsaw. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. Do not use damaged equipment.

2.Before each use, inspect the Saw Blade (251). Using a dull Saw Blade will cause excessive wear on the Motor of the Bandsaw and will not produce a satisfactory cut. Replace with a new Saw Blade when needed. To replace the Saw Blade:

NOTE: Make sure to wear heavy duty work gloves to avoid accidental injury from the Saw Blade (251) when performing this procedure.

SKU 97009

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Contents Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions or replacement parts, please callFor technical questions, please call Save This Manual Electrical safety Work area safetyPersonal safety . Service Power tool use and careSKU For technical questions, please call Specific Safety Rules For technical questions, please call Electric shock Improperly connecting the grounding wire can resultSee 3-Prong Plug and Outlet See Table a See Outlets for 2-Prong PlugFeet SpecificationsUnpacking See Figure B To USE the Quick Vise. Setting up the Quick Vise an angle Setting up the Quick Vise for a straight 0 cut. Setting up the Quick Vise for cutting a 12 workpiece To Adjust the Stop BlockFigure G To Convert the Bandsaw for Vertical USESee Figure To Adjust the Blade SpeedSee Figure J Figure L To Adjust the Blade Guide BearingsSee Figure N To Adjust the Blade TrackingSee Figure O, next To Adjust the Feed Rate To Adjust the Blade TensionTo Fill the Coolant Tank To Adjust the Blade Guide BracketsFigure R Basic Bandsaw Operation Vertical PositionFigure S See Figure S Basic Bandsaw Operation Horizontal PositionFigure T INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, and Cleaning Figure U See Figure UFigure W Please Read the Following Carefully Troubleshooting Parts List Part Description Specification Qty Leveler Parts List Part Description Specifications 259 Belt Tension Limiter Bolt Parts List Assembly Diagram Assembly Diagram Assembly Diagram Assembly Diagram Assembly Diagram Volt Electrical SchematicElectrical Schematic Electrical Schematic Limited 90 DAY Warranty