Harbor Freight Tools 93507 Operating Instructions, Selecting Proper Blade Speeds

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! Always make sure the Toggle Switch (37) for the Bandsaw and the Toggle Switch (11) for the Coolant Pump are both in their “OFF” position and the tool is unplugged from its electrical outlet prior to making adjustments to the tool.

Selecting Proper Blade Speeds:

When using the Bandsaw always change the blade speed to best suit the materi- al being cut. The Blade Speed Chart illustrates several settings for several types of materials. (See Figure K.)

Material

Blade Speed (FPM)

Belt Groove Used

 

 

Motor Pulley

Saw Pulley

Tool, Stainless

86

Small

Largest

Alloy Steels, Bearing

 

 

 

Bronze

 

 

 

Medium to High Carbon

132

Medium

Large

Steels, Hard Brass or

 

 

 

Bronze

 

 

 

Low to Medium Carbon

178

Large

Medium

Steels, Soft Brass

 

 

 

Aluminum,

260

Largest

Small

Plastic

 

 

 

FIGURE K

SPINDLE PULLEY

MOTOR PULLEY

Using The Quick Vise:

The Bandsaw is equipped with a “quick action” vise which allows you to instantly position the moveable Front Vise (94). To operate, turn the Handle Wheel (47) counterclockwise 1/2 turn and move the Front Vise to the desired position. Then tighten the Front Vise against the workpiece by turning the Handle Wheel clock- wise. (See Figure L.)

FRONT VISE (94)

HANDLE WHEEL

 

FIGURE L

 

(47)

 

 

 

 

 

 

REV 10/06

SKU 93507

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Contents For technical questions, please call Metal Cutting BandsawContents Work Area Product SpecificationsGeneral Safety Rules Save this ManualPersonal Safety Electrical SafetyTool USE and Care ServiceSpecific Safety Rules Page Grounded Tools Tools With Three Prong Plugs GroundingSee Figure C Double Insulated Tools Tools With Two Prong PlugsExtension Cords See Figure C, next120 or 240 Volt SymbologyNameplate Extension Cord Length FeetAssembly Instructions UnpackingAttach The Wheels Remove The Shipping Bolt Attach The Pulley Cover See Figure F Install The Coolant Tank Attach The Tool Stop Rod And BlockSee Figure H Figure J Wiring InstructionsUsing The Quick Vise Operating InstructionsSelecting Proper Blade Speeds Adjusting The Stop Block Adjusting The Quick Vise For An Angle CutConverting The Bandsaw For Vertical Use Adjusting The Blade Guide BearingsSee Figure R SKU For technical questions, please call Adjusting The Blade TrackingSee Figure R, next See Figure RAdjusting The Feed Rate Adjusting The Blade TensionSee Figure U, next Adjusting The Blade Guide BracketsBasic Bandsaw Operation -- Vertical Position See Figure TFigure U See Figure UBasic Bandsaw Operation -- Horizontal Position See Figure Do not use damaged equipment INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, and CleaningFigure W See Figure WRemove the old V-Belt 183 from the two Pulleys 184 Figure Y See Figure Z, next SKU For technical questions, please callSee Figure Z Please Read the Following CarefullyProblem Possible Causes Possible Solution TroubleshootingPart Description Qty Parts ListREV 10/06 Assembly Diagram Assembly Diagram Warranty Limited 90 day/1 Year warranty