SETUP
Lifting & Moving
Lifting and moving this bandsaw is most safely done using a forklift. The upper frame is angled at the lifting area, so we recommend making a lifting block, as shown in Figure 5, to balance the machine when lifting.
If using a forklift is not an option, then the machine can be moved with a
To lift and move the bandsaw with a forklift, do these steps:
1.Make the lifting block shown in Figure xx to ensure that the machine remains balanced when lifted and does not swing.
2.Place the lifting block under the upper frame, as shown in Figure 6.
3.Either place the forks directly against the lifting block, or place straps under the lifting block and around the upper frame.
Note: If you are using lifting straps, you must remove the blade and upper wheel to avoid damag- ing the machine. The upper wheel is easily removed by removing the hex nut from the center and sliding the wheel off.
To lift and move the bandsaw with three strong people and a dolly, do these steps:
1.Carefully "walk" (pivot the bandsaw in alternating steps) off of the shipping pallet and onto the shop floor.
2.Place the dolly under the machine and move it into place, having two extra people steady the machine the entire time so that it does not tip over.
M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw
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Figure 5. Making a lifting block.
Lifting with Forklift
ForksLifting
Block
Lifting with Forklift
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Figure 6. Lifting machine with a forklift.
This is a heavy machine that cannot be safely moved alone. Tipping this machine onto yourself or another per- son will cause serious personal injury. Use extreme caution when moving this machine without a forklift and only get help from strong, capable people.
