9.When cutting curves, turn the material carefully so that the Saw Blade can follow the line without being twisted.
10.If a curve is so abrupt that it is necessary to repeatedly back up and cut a new kerf, a more narrow Saw Blade should be used.
Troubleshooting Guide:
1.Motor will not start:
A. | Band Saw is not plugged in. |
B. | Household circuit has blown fuse or open circuit breaker. |
C. | Power cord is damaged. Replace. |
D. | Switch is not in “on” position. |
E. | Motor requires service. |
2.Band Saw blade does not move although motor is running:
A. | Blade tension knob is not tight. Turn motor off. Tighten knob. Restart |
B. | band saw. |
Blade has slipped off pulley wheel. Open cover housing and check. | |
C. | Blade is broken. Replace blade. |
3.Blade will not cut or cuts slowly:
A. | Teeth have been dulled by contact with hardened steel or long usage. |
| Replace blade. |
B. | Use higher speed setting. |
C. | Blade mounted backwards. |
4.Sawdust fills up inside of band saw:
A. | This is normal - clean out periodically. |
B. | Remove cover housing. Use vacuum cleaner to remove sawdust. |
5.Sawdust in motor housing:
A. | Use vacuum cleaner nozzle on air intake and exhaust grills. |
B. | Keep workplace cleaner. Clean up excess sawdust frequently. |
6.Unable to get blade to track in driver of wheel:
A. | Back bearing not properly adjusted. |
B. | Tension Wheel not properly adjusted. |
C. | Bad blade. Replace blade. |
| CLEANING, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE |
1.Caution: Always disconnect this Bandsaw from its electrical power supply source before performing any cleaning, inspection, or maintenance.
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