SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY
Bandsaw Unit
For maximum stability, the G1052 must be securely mounted to your workbench.
NOTICE
The numbers in parentheses following part names correspond with numbered parts in the diagrams in the back of this manual.
To mount the bandsaw:
1.Place the bandsaw unit on it’s intended work surface. Please refer to the guidelines in the “Site Consideration” section on the previous page if you have questions regarding an acceptable base for the bandsaw.
2.Using the mounting holes in the feet of the bandsaw as a template, mark your bench top for hole locations.
3.Move the Bandsaw out of the way for now.
4.Using the marks you made in step 2, drill four
(4)1/2" holes through your bench top.
5.Use 3/8" diameter bolts of appropriate length, nuts, and large washers to secure your Bandsaw to the bench top.
Table
To mount the table:
1.Remove the wingnut (#57) and screw (#56) from the front of the table slot.
2.Place the table onto the saw. Slide the blade through the table slot which will face toward the front of the saw. The table mounting bracket (#49) will be at the back of the saw.
G1052 9" Bandsaw
3.Screw the lock handle (#53) and the guide screw (#51) into the threaded holes on the back of the saw. Figure 2.
4.Lay the table insert (#68) into the hole in the table and replace the wingnut and screw.
Table Mounting Bracket
Guide Screw | Lock Handle |
Figure 2. Table mounted to the bandsaw.
To mount the fence to the table:
1.Loosen the fence locking handle (#60). See Figure 3.
2.Slide the fence onto the table. The fence will install on either the right or left side of the blade. The clamping brackets slide around the table edges and clamp directly to the table.
3.Tighten the fence locking handle.
Fence Locking Handle |
| Table Insert |
