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The force with which the saw moves through the workpiece is the feed pressure. On the Model G0659, the feed pressure is controlled by a coun- terweight mechanism located on the base of the machine. The optimal feed pressure depends on the type and dimensions of the stock being cut as well as the blade being used. The optimal feed pressure is best determined by observing the chips produced by the cut, as described on Page 33.
To adjust the feed pressure:
1.Loosen the counterweight lock knob, then slide the counterweight. Moving the coun- terweight toward the front of the machine increases feed pressure while moving the counterweight towards the back of the machine decreases feed pressure (Figure 23).
Counterweight | Lock Knob |
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Figure 23. Adjusting feed pressure.
2.Once the counterweight is positioned, tighten the lock knob.
The guide post assembly is used for two purpos- es: 1) To properly position the blade guard to pro- tect the operator from the exposed blade between the workpiece and the upper wheel housing, and
2)to position the upper blade guides close to the workpiece for blade support.
In order to cut accurately and safely, position the bottom of the upper blade guides approximately ½" above the workpiece when the saw frame is at its lowest point. This positioning provides the greatest blade support and minimizes the amount of blade exposed to the operator during opera- tion.
To properly position the guide post:
1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2.Support the guide post with one hand and loosen the lock knob with the other until the guide post slides freely (Figure 24).
Lock Knob
Figure 24. Guide post.
3.Position the bottom of the upper blade guides approximately ½" above the workpiece when the saw frame is at is lowest point, then re- tighten the lock knob to secure the setting.
G0659 9" x 14" Vertical |