Delta 28-241, 28-299A instruction manual Unpacking and Cleaning, Extension Cords

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EXTENSION CORDS

Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine. An under- sized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. D, shows the correct gauge to use depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge num- ber, the heavier the cord.

MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD

RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES

Ampere

 

Total Length

Gauge of

Rating

Volts

of Cord in Feet

Extension Cord

0-6

120

up to 25

18 AWG

0-6

120

25-50

16 AWG

0-6

120

50-100

16 AWG

0-6

120

100-150

14 AWG

6-10

120

up to 25

18 AWG

6-10

120

25-50

16 AWG

6-10

120

50-100

14 AWG

6-10

120

100-150

12 AWG

10-12

120

up to 25

16 AWG

10-12

120

25-50

16 AWG

10-12

120

50-100

14 AWG

10-12

120

100-150

12 AWG

 

 

 

 

12-16

120

up to 25

14 AWG

12-16

120

25-50

12 AWG

12-16

120

GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED

 

 

 

 

Fig. D

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FOREWORD

Delta Models 28-241 and 28-299A are 14" Band Saws, equipped with a 1-1/2 HP, 120V guarded, drip-proof motor inside an enclosed stand. Included with each saw is a push button switch, a blade and belt guard, an arbor and motor pulleys with a V- belt, blade guides, a wood cutting blade, and an instruction manual.

UNPACKING AND CLEANING

Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from all unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gaso- line or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household floor paste wax.

NOTICE: THE MANUAL COVER PHOTO ILLUSTRATES THE CURRENT PRODUCTION MODEL. ALL OTHER ILLUSTRATIONS ARE REPRESENTATIVE ONLY AND MAY NOT DEPICT THE ACTUAL COLOR, LABELING OR ACCESSORIES AND MAY BE INTENDED TO ILLUS- TRATE TECHNIQUE ONLY.

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Contents Wood Cutting Band Saw General Safety Rules Additional Safety Rules for Band Saws Power Connections Extension Cords Unpacking and CleaningAssembly Attaching Band SAW To the Stand Attaching the SwitchTable Insert Locking Switch in the OFF PositionStarting and Stopping SAW Tilting the Table Adjusting the Table StopAdjusting Blade Tension Tracking the Blade Adjusting the Upper Blade Guides and Blade Support BearingChanging the Blades Adjusting Lower Blade Guides and Blade Support BearingCutting Curves Band SAW BladesOperating the Band SAW Accessories PARTS, Service or Warranty Assistance Page Canadian PORTER-CABLE Delta Service Centers