Dust collector connection

2.While rotating the bandsaw wheel by hand, turn the blade tracking adjustment knob (18) in a clockwise direction if the band saw blade runs towards the front of the saw.

3.Turn the blade tracking adjustment knob (18) in an anti-clockwise direction if the band saw blade runs towards the rear of the saw.

4.Tighten the blade tracking locking nut (19).

Note: Rotate the bandsaw wheel by hand to check the blade is correctly aligned before closing and locking the housing doors and running the bandsaw.

Setting the table square with the blade

WARNING. Always ensure that the saw is switched off and unplugged from the power supply before making any adjustments.

1.Fully raise the upper blade guide (15).

2.Check that the band saw tension is correct.

3.Loosen the table locking knob (20) and table setting lever (21).

4.Using a square, adjust the work table at a right angle to the blade.

5.Tighten the table locking knob (20) and table setting lever (21).

6.Loosen the locking nut located beneath the work table and adjust the table tilt adjustable screw stop (24) until it touches the work table.

7.Tighten the locking nut.

Note: Check the blade is 90° to the table by cutting a scrap piece of wood and checking it is square.

1.Connect dust extraction equipment to the 60mm diameter dust extraction port.

2.The dust extraction equipment must provide for an airflow of at least 20 m/s.

CAUTION. Wood dust and chips in a confined area can give rise to fire or an explosion. Guard against possible ignition sources. Keep the saw dust to a minimum by cleaning up after every use.

Turning on and off

1.Connect the plug to the power supply

2.To turn on press the green 'ON' button.

3.To switch off, press the red 'OFF' button.

4.Unplug the tool from the power point to prevent unauthorised use.

NOTE. The saw is automatically turned off in the event of a power failure. You will need to press the 'ON' button again to restart the saw.

Installing and removing band saw blades

WARNING. Always ensure that the saw is switched off and unplugged from the power supply before making any adjustments.

This saw is supplied with a general purpose woodcutting blade.