W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake
Blade Guide Rack and Pinion
Lubricant | Frequency | Quantity |
As Needed | Thin Coat | |
GL2 Grease |
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To lubricate the blade guide rack and pinion, do these steps:
1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2.Lower the blade guide until it reaches the table.
3.Using a rag and mineral spirits, wipe off any existing grease and sawdust buildup on the rack (see Figure 63).
4.Apply a thin coat of
5.Move the blade guide up and down several times and remove any excess grease to help prevent sawdust buildup.
Tension Adjustment Assembly
Lubricant | Frequency | Quantity |
As Needed | Thin Coat | |
GL2 Grease |
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To lubricate the tension adjustment assembly, do these steps:
1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2.Open the top wheel cover and look through the top of the wheel.
3.Using a rag and mineral spirits, wipe off any exist- ing grease and sawdust buildup on the blade tension adjustment assembly and tension lever cam.
4.Apply a thin coat of
Figure 63. Rack lubrication location.
Figure 64. Tension adjustment assembly locations (top wheel removed for clarity).
MAINTENANCE
