Blade Tensioning Handwheel: Increases/ decreases blade tension when rotated.
Blade Post Lock Knob: Secures the blade post and upper blade guide assembly in position.
Blade
Tensioning
Handwheel
Blade Post
Lock Knob
Figure 13. Model G8144Z/G8145Z blade
controls.
Model G8146Z
Digital Speed Display: Shows blade speed in feet per minute (FPM).
Variable Speed Control: Adjusts the blade speed between
Blade Welding Station: Welds two blade ends to make a continuous loop when repairing a broken blade, fabricating a new blade, or making internal contour cuts.
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Blade | Speed | |
Control | ||
Welding | ||
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Station |
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Power | Power | |
Lamp | ||
Switch |
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ON Button | Stop | |
Button |
Figure 14. Model G8146Z electrical controls.
Power Switch: The main power switch for the entire machine.
Power Lamp: Lights when the Power Switch is turned ON and there is power to the machine.
ON Button: Turns the bandsaw motor ON.
Emergency Stop Button: Turns the bandsaw motor OFF.
Blade Post
Lock Knob
Blade Guide |
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Blade | ||
Elevation |
| Tensioning |
Handwheel |
| Handwheel |
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Figure 15. Model G8146Z blade controls.
Blade Post Lock Knob: Secures the blade post and upper blade guide assembly in position.
Blade Guide Elevation Handwheel: Raises/low- ers the blade post and upper blade guide assem- bly when rotated.
Blade Tensioning Handwheel: Increases/ decreases blade tension when rotated.
The bandsaw blade is sharp and can easily cut your hand or fingers. Always disconnect the power and wear leather gloves when making adjustments near the blade.
G8144Z/G8145Z/G8146Z | ||
(Manufactured Since 6/11) | ||
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