RIDGID Your Guide to Band Saw Operation and Specifications

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

14 in. BAND SAW

BS14002

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Your new band saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety RulesDo not Remove Jammed Cutoff Pieces until blade has stopped Specific Safety RulesSymbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceKerf Glossary of TermsElectrical Speed and WiringExtension Cords Grounding InstructionsSee Figures 2 Changing Motor VoltageSpecifications FeaturesHousing Covers Blade Guard Adjustment KnobsKnow Your Band SAW Blade Tension KnobTools Needed Following items are included with your band saw Loose PartsSAW Table Trunnion Support Unpacking AssemblyAttaching Leveling Feet Mounting Band SAW to LEG Stand Assembling LEG StandSee Figures 11 Installing the V-BELT Mounting the Motor AssemblySee Figures 15 Mounting the Pulley Cover Mounting Blade HangersMounting the Dust Chute Mounting the Switch BOXMounting the Table Trunnion Support to Band SAW Mounting the SAW Table to SAW Body Installing Bevel Scale IndicatorSee Figures 25 Tracking the Blade Adjusting Blade TensionSee Figures 27 Squaring the SAW Table to the Blade Adjusting Table StopAdjusting Upper Blade Guides and Thrust Bearing Adjusting Upper Blade Guide AssemblySee Figures 32 See Figures 33See Figures 35 Adjusting Lower Blade Guides and Thrust BearingOperation Avoiding Injury Locking the SwitchBefore Leaving the SAW Circle Cutting Tilting the TableInstalling and Adjusting the Blade AdjustmentsSee Figures 40 Lock Unlock To Raise To Lower Adjusting Blade Guide AssemblyGeneral Maintenance MaintenanceMOTOR/ELECTRICAL TiresBrush LubricationTroubleshooting AccessoriesProblem Cause Page DAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy WarrantyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not Covered14 in. Band SAW Customer Service Information