932VS Portable Band Saw
as it will go and push in the lock button and release trigger.
To UNLOCK the lock, squeeze trigger allowing lock button free to spring out and release trigger.
4.The 932VS is equipped with an adjustable variable speed control. The speed is adjusted by turning the control knob. (Figure 1)
Selecting the Blade
Band Saw Blades
Model 932VS Band Saw requires blades that are .020 thick; 1/2″ wide; and 447/8″ long.
NOTE! DO NOT USE blades for stationary band saws. Blades for stationary band saws are of different thickness than above and WILL NOT fit the precision blade guides on portable band saws.
REFER TO THE BLADE SELECTION CHART (Figure
11)for types of blades available and their recommended usages. This chart is provided as a guide only. Due to the many materials that can be cut, operator’s experi- ence will determine which blade will have the longest life for any specific operation.
Which Blade to Use
In general, select a blade which will allow at least two teeth to be engaged in the material thickness. The thin- ner or the harder the material, the finer the blade teeth should be. For thicker or softer material, a blade with coarser blade teeth is recommended. The
Blade Care
Blade life will be extended by using a
CAUTION Under no condition should a liquid coolant be used with this saw. The bearings and rubber tires on pulleys may be damaged as a result.
NOTE! Stick wax is especially helpful when cutting large sections of aluminum and soft brass because it will help keep gullets clean. On hard materials, stick wax will help keep blade cool so hardness will not be drawn from teeth. The use of this lu- bricant promotes a cleaner, smoother surface on sides of cut.
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Figure 2 – Work Properly Positioned For Saving
Cutting Procedures
1.Be sure work to be cut is held securely and is properly positioned so that greatest number of teeth will con- tact work when cutting. (Figure 2)
2.Plug saw power cord into properly grounded electri- cal outlet.
3.Set variable speed switch in desired position. Speed CAN be changed while machine is running.
4.Hold saw in a natural position away from work.
5.Start saw by depressing switch trigger in rear handle.
6.Keeping blade rear guide stop firmly against work and lower saw to cut material.
NOTE! Let weight of saw furnish cutting pressure. Do not bear down during cutting operations. This will slow down speed of blade and reduce cutting ef- ficiency.
7.Upon completion of cut, hold Saw firmly so it does not fall against work.
8.Release switch trigger and unplug power cord.
NOTE! After prolonged cutting, wax will cling to pulleys of Saw. This does not affect operation of Saw. All that is necessary is to unplug Saw from power source and wipe wax from pulleys.
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