Jet Tools 18QT-3 Adjustments, Adjusting 90 Degree Table Stop, Loosen the lock knobs/lock handle G

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Adjustments

Table Tilt

Referring to Figure 14:

1. Disconnect machine from power source.

2. Loosen the lock knob(s)/lock handle (G).

3. Tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right, or up to 10 degrees to the left.

4. Tighten the lock knob(s)/lock handle.

Note: Table stop bolt (F, Fig. 14) must be removed

 

to tilt table to the left.

Figure 14

 

Adjusting 90 Degree Table Stop

Before adjusting the 90º table stop, the blade tension must be properly adjusted (described in the Blade Tension section).

To adjust the 90º table stop:

1.Loosen lock knob(s)/lock handle (C, Fig. 15) and tilt the table until it rests against table stop bolt (B, Fig. 15); then re-tighten the lock knob(s)/handle.

2.Use a square (E, Fig. 16) placed on the table and against the blade to see if the table is 90 degrees to the blade.

3.If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock knob(s)/handle (C, Fig. 15). Tilt the table until it is square to the blade; then re-tighten the lock knobs.

4.Loosen lock nut (A, Fig. 15) and turn table stop bolt (B, Fig. 15) until it contacts the table. Tighten the nut (A, Fig. 15) to hold table stop in place. When tightening the nut hold the table stop bolt in place with a wrench to prevent movement.

5.If necessary, adjust the pointer (D, Fig. 15) to zero.

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Contents Inch, 20-Inch Band Saw Warranty and Service Warranty PeriodTable of Contents Page Page Introduction Specifications JWBS-18QT-3 JWBS-20QT-3Grounding Instructions Model JWBS-18QTModels JWBS-18-3, -20QT-3, -20QT-5 Circuit InformationContents of Shipping Container UnpackingMounting the Table AssemblyHandwheel For band saw model JWBS-18QTAssembling the Fence to Fence Body Rail AssemblyFence Assembly and Adjustment Fence Adjustment Miter Gauge Adjusting Clearance between Fence and TableResaw Guide Loosen the lock knobs/lock handle G AdjustmentsAdjusting 90 Degree Table Stop Tighten the lock knobs/lock handleInstalling/Changing Blades Blade Tension HandwheelBlade Tension Blade TrackingOverview Bearing Adjustments Upper Bearing AdjustmentsThrust Bearing Adjustment Lower Bearing AdjustmentsGuide Gearings Adjustment Blade Lead Motor C Changing the Blade SpeedBelt Tension Handle aReplacing the Poly V-Belt Pulley Alignment Return to of the Replacing Poly V-BeltBrake Pedal JWBS-20QT only Start/Stop SwitchOperating Controls Ripping General ProcedureOperation CrosscuttingResawing Saw Blade SelectionMaintenance Blade BreakageBlade Selection Guide Troubleshooting TroubleReplacement Parts PartsUpper Wheel Assembly 18QT Index No. Part No Description Size QtyTS-1533052 Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly 18QT JWBS18X-MFC#10-24 Blade Guide Assembly 18QT JWBS18DX-359 Table and Fence Assembly 18QT JWBS18-MGCP Upper Wheel Assembly 20QT JWBS18DXA-164 Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly 20QT #10-24x1-1/2 TS-069204 Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly 20QT Blade Guide Assembly 20QT 20x1/4 JWBS18DX-365 Blade Guide Assembly Upper Bearing Guide Lower Bearing GuideTable and Fence Assembly 20QT JWBS20QT-FCPTS-0051091 Hex Cap Screw Electrical Connections 4 HP, 1PhMagnetic Switch HP, 1PhElectrical Board Band Saw Model No. JWBS-20QT-5 SN 708755B New Sanford Road LaVergne, TN 37086-4184, USA Phone

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