Woodstock W1770 manual General, Basic Controls, Control Panel

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W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake

OPERATIONS

General

This machine will perform many types of operations that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incor- rectly.

The instructions in this section are written with the under- standing that the operator has the necessary knowledge and skills to operate this machine. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing any operation, stop using the machine!

If you are an inexperienced operator, we strongly rec- ommend that you read books or trade articles, or seek training from an experienced bandsaw operator before performing any unfamiliar operations. Above all, your safety should come first!

READ and understand this entire instruc- tion manual before using this machine. Serious personal injury may occur if safety and operational information is not understood and followed. DO NOT risk your safety by not reading!

Basic Controls

Refer to Figures 45–47and the desriptions below to become familiar with the basic controls and components of your bandsaw.

Control Panel

Power Switch: Disables the ON and OFF button when the key is turned to the "0" position. Enables ON and OFF but- ton when the key is turned to "1" position.

ON Button: Starts motor only if the OFF button is popped out and power switch key is turn to "1" position.

OFF Button: Disables the ON button. Enable the ON but- ton by twisting the OFF button until it pops out.

Key

Power Switch

On Button

Off Button

Figure 45. W1770 control panel features.

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Contents OWNERS MANUAL Page Contents Functional Overview Woodstock Technical SupportMachine Specifications W1770 21 Bandsaw w/Foot Brake Controls and Features Safety Safety Always Lock Mobile Bases if Used Before Operating Machinery Additional Safety for Bandsaws Use push sticks whenever possible Use push blocks when necessaryElectrical Specifications 220V OperationExtension Cords Items Needed for Setup UnpackingDescription Qty Inventory Box Inventory Figure QtyHardware and Tools Cleaning Machine Machine PlacementLifting the bandsaw 2x4 Lifting & MovingBolting to Concrete Floors Mounting to Shop FloorTo install the fence, do these steps FenceGuide Post Handwheel Blade Tracking To center track the blade, do these stepsChanges in the blade tension may change the blade tracking To set the positive stop, do these steps Positive StopTo connect the dust collection hoses, do these steps Dust CollectionTo test run the machine, do these steps Test RunResetting the switch Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings on Tensioning BladeTo tension the bandsaw blade, do these steps To adjust the upper blade guides, do these steps Adjusting Blade Guide BearingsTo adjust the upper support bearing, do these steps Adjusting Support BearingsBlade aligned 0.016 away from Bearing edge Lower support bearing controls To adjust the lower support bearing, do these stepsCap screws securing table to Trunnion Aligning TableCap screws securing rail to Aligning FenceCalibrating Miter Gauge Calibrating Fence PointerTo calibrate the pointer, do these steps To calibrate the miter gauge, do these stepsEnough to slide on the resaw fence To install the resaw fence, do these stepsGeneral Basic ControlsControl Panel Rear Controls Figure Front Controls FigureCutting wood with minor Warping Workpiece InspectionCutting Overview Basic Cutting TipsBandsaw is capable of performing the following cuts Guide Post Foot BrakeBlade Lead Fine Tune TrackingCorrecting Blade Lead Aligning Table on Page 27 and Aligning Fence onTo shift the table, do these steps Rip Cutting Table TiltTo tilt the table, do these steps To make a rip cut, do these stepsResawing CrosscuttingTo make a 90˚ crosscut, do these steps To resaw a workpiece, do these stepsCutting Curves Stacked CutsTo complete a stacked cut, do these steps Blade Length Blade WidthTooth Style Blade Care Tooth PitchBlade Breakage Most common causes of blade breakage areBlade Changes To remove a blade, do these stepsTo replace a blade, do these steps Table & Base CleaningBrushes LubricationTension Adjustment Assembly Blade Guide Rack and PinionLubricant Frequency Quantity Table Tilt Rack and Pinion Assembly TrunnionTo lubricate the trunnion, do these steps Checking and Tensioning Belts Checking V-BeltsTools Needed Tensioning V-Belts Replacing V-BeltsFollow Steps 1-2 in Checking V-Belts on To adjust the tension lever, do these steps Adjusting Tension LeverTo adjust the brushes, do these steps Adjusting Wheel Blade BrushesComponents and Hardware Needed Replacing Brake ShoeTo replace the brake shoe Follow Steps 1-4 in Replacing V-Belts onChecking Coplanarity Aligning WheelsGauge Shimming Upper WheelTo adjust the lower wheel, do these steps Adjusting Lower WheelElectrical Components Power supply terminal boxWiring Diagram See ,See Figure Motor & Electrical TroubleshootingCutting Tips on Machine OperationsLabels & Cosmetic Parts PartsBlade Guides-Cover Breakdown Parts Guide Post-Table Tilt BreakdownTable-Trunnion Breakdown Body Breakdown Capacitor Cover Body Parts ListMotor Cord 12AWG X 3C Resaw Fence Breakdown Comments Warranty RegistrationWoodstock international inc. p.o. box Bellingham, wa Warranty