HOW TO USE A PORTABLE BAND SAW
1.Verify material to be cut is firmly held to prevent movement.
2.Set variable speed switch in desired position. Speed CAN be changed while machine is running.
3.Hold the saw as shown in Fig. 4, with the work stop (A) contacting the work and blade teeth clear of the work.
4.Turn saw “ON” and lower onto work. Allow weight of saw to control cutting pressure. Additional pressure will slow down speed of the blade and reduce cutting efficiency.
Right way | Wrong way |
Right way | Wrong way |
Right way | Wrong way |
Fig. 6
5.Hold saw straight in the cut.
Any twisting or cocking of the blade results in shorter blade life.
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Stay clear of end pieces that may fall after being cut off.
7.At completion of cut DO NOT allow saw to fall against work. HOLD SAW SECURELY.
8.Fig. 6 shows the proper cutting position for various shapes.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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MAINTENANCE
KEEP TOOL CLEAN
Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. Remove wax and chip buildup from pulley tires and blade guides. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.
Wear ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses while using compressed air.
FAILURE TO START
Should your tool fail to start, check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the outlet. Also, check for blown fuses or open circuit breakers in the line.
LUBRICATION
This tool has been lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. No further lubrication is necessary.
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