Grizzly G0622 owner manual Blade Tension Squaring the Blade, To tension the blade on the bandsaw

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Blade Tension

Squaring the Blade

 

 

 

 

 

 

Proper blade tension is essential to long blade life, straight cuts, and efficient cutting times.

Two major signs that you do not have the correct blade tension are: 1) the blade stalls in the cut and is slipping on the wheels, and 2) the blade frequently breaks from being too loose.

To tension the blade on the bandsaw:

1.Make sure the blade is tracking properly.

2.UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!

3.Loosen and slide the blade guides as far apart as they will go then tighten them down again.

4.Turn the tension knob in Figure 46 clockwise to tighten the blade as tight as you can get.

5.Using moderate finger pressure, push against the side of the blade. The blade should not move more than 0.004".

6.Another option is to use a blade tensioning gauge, like the one found in ACCESSORIES on Page 25. If you use this option please follow the instructions included with your gauge.

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It is always a good idea during the life of your saw to check and adjust this setting. This adjustment will improve your cutting results and extend the life of your blade.

To square the blade to the bed of the table:

1.UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!

2.Lower the head of the bandsaw all the way until it contacts the horizontal stop.

3.Place a square on the table bed and against the edge of the blade (Figure 47), and check different points along the length of the table between the blade guides.

4.Loosen the hex bolt shown in Figure 47, and rotate the seat until the blade is vertical to the bed, then tighten the hex bolt.

Hex Bolt

Figure 47. Squaring the blade.

G0622 4" X 6" Metal Cutting Bandsaw

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Contents Model G0622 Page Table of Contents Foreword IntroductionContact Info Machine Data Sheet Other Identification Safety G0622 4 X 6 Metal Cutting BandsawG0622 4 X 6 Metal Cutting Bandsaw Additional Safety Instructions for Metal Cutting Bandsaws Circuit Requirements 110V OperationItems Needed for Set Up SET UPSet Up Safety UnpackingBox 1 Figure Qty InventoryHardware Bag not shown Hardware Recognition Chart Clean Up Site ConsiderationsComponents and Hardware Needed Qty Stand AssemblyTo assemble the stand Installing Pulleys To install the pulley coverTo install the pulleys Installing V-BeltTo install the V-belt around the pulleys To assemble the bandsaw for vertical cut Installing Work Stop Vertical AssemblyTing Adjusting table level Safety Bracket Pin Factory adjustments that should be verified Test Run RecommendedTo adjust the angle on the vise Operation Safety ViseOperations Blade Speed Belt PositionBlade Selection To change the blade speedsBlade Guides To adjust the blade guidesTo adjust the feed rate Feed RateTips for horizontal cutting Operation TipsTips for vertical cutting Accessories H5408-Blade Tensioning GaugeH1302 H4979 H4977 H1302-Standard EarmuffsH1300 H1298 G7984 H2347 H0736 Schedule MaintenanceCleaning LubricationService TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Blade Change To change the blade on the bandsawTo adjust the blade tracking on the bandsaw Blade TrackingTo tension the blade on the bandsaw Blade Tension Squaring the BladeTo square the blade to the bed of the table To adjust the blade guide bearings Blade Guide BearingsWiring Diagram Electrical ComponentsParts Breakdown Parts List DescriptionSliding Plate Draw Block Warranty and Returns Page Page