To lubricate the blade guide rack and pinion:
1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2.Lower the blade guide until it reaches the table.
3.Wipe off any existing grease and sawdust buildup on the rack (Figure 57)
Figure 57. Rack lubrication location.
4.Apply a thin coat of light all-purpose grease to the rack.
5.Move the blade guide up and down several times and remove any excess grease to help prevent sawdust buildup.
To lubricate the blade tracking knob:
1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2.Unscrew the blade tracking knob 5 turns.
3.Wipe off any existing grease and sawdust buildup on the threads.
4.Apply a few dabs of a light
5.
To lubricate the tension adjustment assem- bly:
1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2.Open the top wheel cover and look through the top of the wheel.
3.Wipe off any existing grease and sawdust buildup on the blade tension adjustment assembly and tension lever cam.
4.Apply a thin coat of grease to the tension adjustment assembly and tension lever cam (Figure 58).
Figure 58. Tension adjustment assembly locations (top wheel removed for clarity).
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