Ryobi BAND SAW manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Solution

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TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious personal injury, turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and unplug the saw from the power source before working on the band saw.

 

PROBLEM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Motor will not run.

1.

Problem with On-Off switch or

1.

Have worn parts replaced before

 

 

 

power cord.

 

using band saw again.

 

 

2.

Motor defective.

2.

Do not attempt any repair. Have

 

 

 

 

 

tool repaired by a qualified

 

 

 

 

 

service technician.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blade does not run in the approxi-

1.

Not tracking properly.

1.

Adjust tracking, See Adjustments

 

mate center of the upper wheel.

 

 

 

section, Tracking the Blade.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Band Saw slows down when cutting.

1. Cutting too small a radius.

1.Stop feeding and back up the material slightly until the band saw speeds up.

2. Dull blade.

2. Replace blade.

 

 

Blade breaking.

1. Too much blade tension.

1.Adjust tension. See Adjustments section, Adjusting Blade Tension.

2. Kink in blade caused by cutting

2. Use correct cutting technique.

too small radius or turning the

See section, Operation.

material too fast when cutting.

 

3.Thrust bearings scarred or not rotating.

3. Replace the thrust bearings.

Saw is noisy when running.

1. Too much blade tension.

1.Adjust tension. See Adjustments section, Adjusting Blade Tension.

2. Blade guides and bearings

2. Adjust upper and lower blade

are in contact with the blade.

guides and bearings. See Adjust-

 

ments sections, Adjusting Thrust

 

Bearings, Blade Guide Support,

 

and Blade Guides.

Blade will not cut straight.

1.Blade guides and bearings not properly adjusted.

1.Adjust upper and lower blade guides and bearings. See Adjust- ments sections, Adjusting Thrust

Bearings, Blade Guide Support, and Blade Guides.

2. Worn or defective blade.

2. Replace blade.

 

 

Blade guides will not stay in position. 1. Blade guide screws have loosened.

1.Tighten blade guide screws securely.

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Contents Operators Manual Save this Manual for Future ReferenceTable of Contents IntroductionRules for Safe Operation Safety and International SymbolsSymbol Meaning Do not expose to rain or use in damp locationsRead ALL Instructions Blade Coasts After Turn OFFBefore Making a CUT, be Sure ALL ADJUST- Ments are Secure Do not Remove Jammed Cutoff Pieces until blade has stoppedElectrical Connection ElectricalExtension Cords Grounding InstructionsGlossary of Terms for Woodworking FeaturesProduct Specifications SfpmWorklight Unpacking Know Your Band SAWLoose Parts List Tools NeededClamping Band SAW to Workbench AssemblyMounting Band SAW to Workbench Mounting the SAW TableSquaring the SAW Table to the Blade See Figures 9 Adjusting Blade TensionTracking the Blade Blade Tension Knob Blade on Wheel Tracking View WindowAttaching the Worklight Cutting ProceduresOperation Basic Operation of the Band SAWScroll Cutting Locking the SwitchRelief Cuts Before Leaving the SAWTilting the Table Using the Miter GaugeUsing the RIP Fence See Figures 13See Figures 16 AdjustmentsInstalling and Adjusting the Blade BladeBlade Guide Knob Assembly Lock Unlock Adjusting Blade Guide AssemblySee Figures 18 Blade Guard Removed For Clarification only Blade Guide Assembly Thrust Bearing Screw Blade Guide Screws Support Screw Thrust Bearing Lower BladeTires MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance MOTOR/ELECTRICALBrushes LubricationDrive Belt Troubleshooting Problem Cause SolutionPage Operators Manual 9 in mm Band Saw BS902
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