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2. Slide the tensioning handle (A, Fig.3) onto
the shaft and tighten the hex socket set
screw.
Electrical Connections
WARNING
All electrical connections must be done by a
qualified electrician! Failure to comply may
result in serious injury!
WARNING
Disconnect machine from the power source
before changing any voltage components!
Failure to comply may cause serious injury!
The HBS-1321W bandsaw is rated at 230/460V,
3Ph. and is prewired 230 volt from the factory.
Confirm power source available at the saw's
location is the same as the saw is wired. To
switch the HBS-1321W from 230V to 460V, the
following items will have to be changed:
Bandsaw must always be properly grounded.
Main Motor: Follow diagram inside junction
box cover.
Coolant Pump: Follow diagram inside
junction box cover.
Control Transformer: Open electrical
panel on rear of base and switch only the
one 230V primary wire on transformer to the
460V position.
Hydraulic Pump: Remove access panel
and follow diagram inside junction box
cover.
Controls (figure 4)
A. Power Indicator Light: Lit whenever
machine has power.
B. Start Button: Depress to start bandsaw.
Will not work if emergency button is
depressed.
C. Stop Button: Depress to stop bandsaw.
D. Emergency Stop Button: Depress to
immediately stop all machine functions.
E. Arm Up Button: Depress to raise arm.