Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

3

About This Machine

3

Capabilities

3

Features

3

Identification

4

Machine Specifications

5

SAFETY

9

Understanding Risks of Machinery

9

Basic Machine Safety

9

Additional Metal Cutting Bandsaw Safety

11

PREPARATION

12

Preparation Overview

12

Things You'll Need

12

Power Supply Requirements

13

Availability

13

Full-Load Current Rating

13

Circuit Information

13

SB1040 Circuit Requirements at 110V

13

SB1040 Circuit Requirements at 220V

13

SB1041 Circuit Requirements

14

Grounding Requirements

14

Extension Cords

15

Unpacking

15

Inventory

15

Cleaning & Protecting

16

Location

17

Lifting & Moving

18

Securing to Floor

18

Bolting to Concrete Floors

18

Machine Mounts

19

Assembly

19

Initial Lubrication

19

Power Connection

20

220V Conversion for SB1040

20

Correcting Phase Polarity (SB1041 Only)

20

Test Run

21

Inspections & Adjustments

21

OPERATION

22

Operation Overview

22

Controls

23

Blade Selection

24

Blade Terminology

24

Blade Length

24

Blade Width

24

Tooth Set

25

Tooth Type

25

Blade Pitch (TPI)

26

Blade Changes

27

Blade Tension

27

Blade Breakage

28

Blade Care & Break-In

28

Blade Care

28

Blade Break-In

28

Blade Speed Chart

29

Chip Inspection Chart

29

Positioning Guide Post

30

Adjusting Blade Guides

30

Tilting Table

32

Blade Welding

32

Circle Cutting Jig

36

MAINTENANCE

37

Maintenance Schedule

37

Cleaning

37

Dressing Grinding Wheel

37

Lubrication

38

V-Belts

39

Speed Hub Belts

39

Sprocket Drive Belt

39

Air Pump Belt

39

Dressing Rubber Tires

39

Machine Storage

40

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