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On/Off Switch
The band saw is equipped with a push-button
switch that will accept a safety padlock (not
included). To safeguard your machine from
unauthorized operation and accidental starting
by young c hil dren, the use of a padl ock is highl y
recom mended – see Figure 54.
Maintenance
Before doing maintenance,
disconnect machine from electrical supply
by pulling out the plug or switching off the
main switch! Failure to comply may cause
se r ious injur y .
Clean the band saw regularly to remove any
resinous deposits and sawdust. Use a brush,
vacuum or compressed air to blow out excess
dust. (Wear safety goggles whil e doing this.)
Keep the miter slot in the table free of dust and
debris. Keep the guide bearings clean and free
of resin. Use a commercially available gum and
pitch remover if needed.
Keep the gui de post clean; occasional ly appl y a
light coat of oil.
Oil any pi ns, shaf ts, and j oi nts. Do not get oil on
pulley s or belts.
Bearings on the band saw are sealed for life and
do not r equir e att ention.
Check that the cleaning brush over the lower
wheel is worki ng pr oper ly; adjust if necessary.
Rem ove any deposi ts from the band wheels and
tires to avoid vibration and blade breakage.
NOTE: Do not use solvents ar ound tires . If si gns
of wear or deformation occ ur , replac e the ti res.
The tabl e surface m ust be k ept clean and free of
rust for best results. If rust appears, use a
mixture of household ammonia, a good
commercial detergent and #000 steel wool.
Alternatively, commercial rust removers can be
found at many har dware stores.
Apply a light, protective coating over the table,
such as paste wax . Product s in aerosol form are
also available in hardware stores and supply
catalogs. Whatever method is chosen, the
coating should protect the metal and provide a
smooth surfac e, wit hout staining the wood.
Figur e 54