Blade Tracking
The bandsaw blade must be properly tracked (or centered) on the wheels.
To track the blade:
1.Disconnect the machine from the power source!
2.Remove the upper wheel cover from the bandsaw.
3.The blade tracking controls are shown in Figure 36. Each setscrew moves that por- tion of the wheel in or out. For example, the top setscrew controls the top of the wheel, the left setscrew controls the left of the wheel and so forth.
Figure 36. Blade tracking controls.
3.Adjust the tracking setscrews so that the blade remains in the center of the wheel when you spin the wheel by hand. After the blade appears to be tracking correctly, spin the wheel at least three full times to ensure that the blade remains centered, and then replace the upper wheel cover, turn on the machine and test the blade tracking. If there are problems, repeat steps 1-3.
Changing Blades
In the event that you need to change blades or remove the current blade for cleaning purposes, follow the instructions below:
1.Disconnect the machine from the power source!
2.Remove the force plate from the end of the table.
3.Slide the table off the rollers and remove it from the bandsaw unit.
4.Remove the stainless steel blade covers.
5.Move the blade guides away from the blade, so the blade can easily slide out and away from the blade guide assembly.
6.Remove the
7.Release the tension from the blade by turn- ing the blade tension bolt counterclockwise.
8.Remove the thumbscrew that holds the upper cover in place, then pull the upper cover off of the bandsaw unit.
9.Put on a pair of leather gloves to protect your hands from the sharp edges of the blade. Carefully remove the blade as shown in Figure 37.