Changing the saw band
Warning. Ensure that the mains plug is removed from the power socket
The saw is supplied with a general-purpose woodcutting blade.
1.To change the blade, first remove the rip fence scale.
2.Slacken the blade tension by rotating
3.Open the doors to the upper and lower wheel housings.
4.Remove the old blade and fit the new blade. Tension the blade lightly by rotating clockwise the
5.Turn the upper wheel by hand to check that the blade is running in the centre of the
6.To adjust the tracking of the saw band, turn the knob on the rear of the upper wheel housing whilst rotating the upper wheel by hand. Tighten the wingnut after adjusting the knob.
7.Close and secure both doors.
8.Replace the rip fence scale.
NOTE. The saw band is tensioned correctly when it runs quietly and without vibrating.
CAUTION. Always ensure that the saw is switched off and unplugged from the power supply before making any adjustments.
WARNING. Over tightening the band saw will cause premature failure. Under tightening can cause the band to disengage whilst it is in use.
Adjusting the blade support head
1.Set the bearings of the upper blade guide to within approx. 0.5 mm of the blade. The bearing should turn freely and turn when the saw is in use.
2.Set the rear bearing just clear of the back of the blade.
Note. Do not set the bearing too
close, as the resulting friction will generate heat, which can have an adverse affect on the bearings and the blade.
The bearing should run freely and turn when the saw is in use.
Setting the cutting height
1.Always set the upper blade guide as close as practical to the work.
2.To adjust the height, turn the knob on the front of the upper wheel housing.
Saw table tilt
1.To tilt the table, loosen the knob on the underside of the table, tilt the table to the required angle and retighten the knob.
Note. It is best to verify the angle of tilt by making a practice cut in a piece of scrap wood, measuring and resetting the angle if necessary.
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