Woodstock M1113 owner manual Test Run, To test run the machine, do these steps

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Test Run

SETUP

Once the assembly is complete, test run the machine to make sure it runs properly for regular operations.

The test run consists of verifying the following: 1) The motor powers up and runs correctly, and 2) the safety dis- abling mechanism on the switch works correctly.

If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate the source of an unusual noise or vibration, stop using the machine immediately, then review Troubleshooting on Page 46.

If you still cannot remedy a problem, contact our Tech Support at (360) 734-3482 for assistance.

To test run the machine, do these steps:

1.Connect the machine to the power source.

2.Make sure you understand the safety instructions at the beginning of the manual, and verify that the machine is setup properly.

3.Ensure all tools and objects used during setup are cleared away from the machine.

4.Press the green ON button on the power switch, then press the ON key on the motor switch to start the machine.

—When operating correctly, the machine runs smoothly with little or vibration or rubbing noise.

—Investigate and correct strange noises or vibrations before operating the machine further. Always dis- connect the machine from power when investigat- ing or correcting potential problems.

5.Turn the machine OFF.

6.Insert the switch disabling pin through the green ON button, as shown in Figure 22.

7.Press the ON button to test the disabling feature on the switch.

—If the machine does not start, the switch disabling feature is working as designed.

—If the machine starts, immediately stop the machine or disconnect the power. The switch dis- abling feature is not working correctly. Call Tech Support for help.

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Projectiles thrown from the machine could cause serious eye injury. Wear safety glasses to reduce the risk of injury.

DO NOT investigate problems or adjust the machine while it is running. Wait until the machine is turned OFF, unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding!

Switch

Disabling Pin

Figure 22. Switch disabling pin inserted

into ON button.

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Contents WOOD/METAL Bandsaw Page Contents Introduction Woodstock Technical SupportIntroduction Introduction Controls and Features Safety Standard Safety InstructionsAlways Lock Mobile Bases if Used Before Operating Machinery Additional Safety for Bandsaws Electrical Specifications Electrical220V Operation Extension CordsMain Components Figure Qty SetupInventory Machine Placement Cleaning MachineLifting & Moving To lift and move the bandsaw with a forklift, do these stepsMounting to Shop Floor Bolting to Concrete FloorsAssembly To assemble the bandsaw, do these stepsInstalling fence onto rails Dust Collection Recommended CFM at each Dust PortBlade Tracking To center track the bladeTest Run To test run the machine, do these stepsBlade Tensioning To tension the bandsaw bladeSupport Bearing AdjustmentTo adjust the support bearings, do these steps Blade Guide Adjustment To adjust the upper and lower blade guides, do these stepsTable Stop Adjustment Table Tilt Scale CalibrationTable Alignment Fence AlignmentBasic Controls OperationsGeneral Workpiece Inspection Wood Choosing wood without embedded foreign objects embeddedWorkpiece Inspection Metal Basic Cutting Tips Cutting OverviewTable Tilt To make a rip cut, do these steps Guide PostRip Cutting Crosscutting ResawingTo make a 90˚ crosscut, do these steps To resaw a workpiece, do these stepsTo complete a stacked cut, do these steps Cutting CurvesStacked Cuts Blade Characteristics Wood Cutting Blade LengthBlade Width Tooth StyleTooth Pitch Blade CareBlade Breakage Most common causes of blade breakage areBlade Selection Metal Cutting To select the correct blade TPI, do these stepsBlade Changes To replace the blade, do these stepsFence Scale Calibration To calibrate the scale, do these stepsModel D3122 Shop Fox Push Stick AccessoriesModel D3096 Shop Fox Featherboard Maintenance CleaningSchedule Table & BaseService Accessing V-BeltsServicing V-Belts Checking V-BeltsStep Follow all previous instructions for Accessing V- BeltsTensioning/Replacing V-Belts To shim the table, do these steps Shimming TableBlade Lead To skew your fence, do these steps Shimming Upper Wheel Wheel AlignmentVerifying Upper/Lower Wheels are Coplanar Adjusting Lower Wheel To adjust the lower wheel, do these stepsElectrical Component Wiring Motor junction box wiringWiring Diagram Troubleshooting Motor & ElectricalCutting Operations MiscellaneousWood/Metal Bandsaw Bandsaw Body Parts List PART# DescriptionTable & Guides Breakdown Table & Guides Parts List Fence Breakdown Label Placement M1113 18 Wood/Metal Bandsaw Warranty Registration CommentsBOX BELLINGHAM, WA
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