Arfa 1018S User manual

METAL CUTTING BAND SAW
1018S / 1018SV
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1018S/SV-061117-R1

WARNING
!!
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to the State of California to
causecancer,birth defects or other reprodrctive harm.
Someexamples of these chemical are:
‧Lead from lead-based paints.
‧Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other
masonry products.
‧Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Yourriskfrom these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: Work in a well ventilated
area,andwordwith approved safety equipment, such
asthosedust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.

TableOfContents PageNo
Overall Aspect……………………………………………………………….……….... 2
1 Warning ….………………………………………………………………….….….. 3
2 Specification …………………….……………………………………………….. 6
3 Transportation of machine …………………………………………………..….. 6
4 Minimum Room Space For Machine Operation ………………………………...8
5 Make proper tooth selection ……………………………………….………….…. 8
6 BI-Metal speeds and feeds .…………………….……………………………….. 9
7 Connecting saw to power source ………………………………………………....11
8 Starting and stopping machine ……………………………………………….....12
9 Adjusting downward travel of saw arm …………………………………….... 12
10 Changing speeds and adjusting belt tension ……………………...……..… 13
11 Adjusting blade tension …………………………………………………….…...14
12 Adjusting blade guide support arm …………………………………………….. 14
13 Adjusting feed rate ….…………………………………………………….…...14
14 Adjusting cutting pressure of saw arm ………………………………………... 15
15 Operating and adjusting vise ……………………………………………..……... 15
16 Coolant ………………………………………………………………….………... 16
17 Adjusting stock advance stop ……………………….………………………... 17
18 Adjusting blade guide roller bearings,
carbide blade guides and back-up bearings …………………………….…17
19 Setting up the machine for operation ……………………………..………..…18
20 Removing and installing the blade ……………………………..………….... 19
21 Gear box …………………………………………………………………..……….... 21
22 Trouble shooting …………………………………………………………………. 21
23 Circuit Diagram ……………………….………………………………………… 24
24 Parts Drawing …………………………………………………………………….. 25
25 Parts Lists …………………………………………………………………………. 27
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Overall Aspect
Install saw blade and blade guard
before use. Set proper blade tension
to prevent any danger caused by
damaged saw blade or work piece.
CAUTION
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1 WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
As with all machinery there are certain hazards involved with operation and use of the
machine. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the
possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or
ignored, personal injury to the operator may result.
This machine was designed for certain applications only. We strongly recommends that
this machine NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was
designed. If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the machine
until you contact with us and we have advised you.
Your machine might not come with a power socket or plug. Before using this
machine, please
Do ask your local dealer to install the socket or plug on the power cable end.
ULES FOR ALL TOOLS
A .USER:
(1). WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose
clothing, gloves, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry to get caught in moving parts.
Non-slip foot wear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
(2). ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
Refer to ANSLZ87.1 standard for
appropriate recommendations.
Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
(3). DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
(4). NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious
injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if
the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
(5). NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
(6). DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION.
Do not operate tool while under the
influence of drug, alcohol or any
medication.
(7). MAKE SURE TOOL IS
DISCONNECTED FROM POWER
SUPPLY. While motor is being mounted,
connected or reconnected.
(8). ALWAYS keep hands and fingers
away from the blade.
(9). STOP the machine before removing
chips.
(10). SHUT- OFF power and clean the
BAND SAW and work area before leaving
the machine.
B. USE OF MACHINE:
(1). REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it “on”.
(2). DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the
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job better and be safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
(3). USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool
or attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
(4). SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a
vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer
than using your hand frees both hands to
operate tool.
(5). MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP
CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean
for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
(6). USE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s
manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may
cause hazards.
(7). AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position
before plugging in power cord.
(8). DIRECTIONOF FEED. Feed work
into a blade or cutter against the direction
of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
(9). ADJUST AND POSITION the blade
guide arm before starting the cut.
(10). KEEP BLADE GUIDE ARM TIGHT,
A loose blade guide arm aill affect sawing
accuracy .
(11). MAKE SURE blade speed is set
correctly for material being cut.
(12). CHECK for proper blade size and
type.
(13). STOP the machine before putting
material in the vise.
(14). ALWAYS have stock firmly clamped
in vise before starting cut.
(15). GROUNDALL TOOLS. If tool is
equipped with three-prong plug, it should
be plugged into a three-hole electrical
receptacle. If an adapter is used to
accommodate atwoprong receptacle, the
adapter lug must be attached to a known
ground. Never removed the third prong.
C. ADJUSTMENT :
MAKE all adjustments with the power off.
In order to obtain the machine. Precision
and correct ways of adjustment while
assembling, the user should read the
detailed instruction in this manual.
D. WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
(1). KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
(2). DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in
damp or wet locations, or expose them to
rain. Keep work area well-lighted.
(3). KEEP CHILEREN AND VISITIORS
AWAY. All children and visitors should be
kept a safe distance from work area.
(4). DON’T install & use this machine in
explosive, dangerous environment.
E. MAINTENANCE:
(1). DISCONNECT machine from power
source when making repairs.
(2). CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before
further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to ensure that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function
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check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced.
(3). DISCONNECT TOOLS before
servicing and when changing accessories
such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
(4). MAKE SURE that blade tension and
blade tacking are properly adjusted.
(5). RE-CHECK blade tension after initial
cut with a new blade.
(6). TO RPOLONG BLADE LIFE
ALWAYS release blade tension at the
end of each work day.
(7).CHECK COOLANT DAILY Low
coolant level can cause foaming and high
blade temperatures. Dirty or week coolant
can clog pump, cause crooked. Cust, low
cutting rate and permanent blade failure.
Dirty coolant can cause the growth of
bacteria with ensuing skin irritation.
(8). WHEN CUTTING MAGNESIUM
NEVER use soluble oils or
emulsions(oil-water mix) as water will
greatly intensify any accidental
magnesium chip fire. See your industrial
coolant supplier for specific coolant
recommendations when cutting
magnesium.
(9). TO PRNMT corrosion of machined
surfaces when a soluble on is used as
coolant, pay particular attention to wiping
dry the surfaces where fluid accumulates
and does not evaporate quickly, such as
between the machine bed and vise.
F. SPECTIFIED USAGE:
This machine is used only for general
metals cutting within the range of cutting
capacity.
G. NOISE:
A weighted sound pressure level : 80 Db.
H. SAFETY DEVICE:
Interlock switch on cutting area as soon
as the cover of cutting area is open,
machine will stop at once witch the
function of this switch. Do not remove this
switch from machine for any reason, and
check it’s function frequently.
Your machine might not come with a
power socket or plug. Before using this
machine, please do ask your local
dealer to install the socket or plug on the
power cable end.
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2 SPECIFICATION
MOTOR 2HP,,( 1Φ, 3Φ)
60Hz 35-60-88-115 MPM
(114-196-288-377 FPM)
Saw Blade Speed
(for S model) 50Hz 29-50-73-96 MPM
(95-164-239-314 FPM)
60Hz 35~115 MPM
(114~377 FPM)
Saw Blade Speed
(for SV model) 50Hz 29~96 MPM
(95~314 FPM)
Blade Size(mm) 27 x 0.9 x 3090
Dimension L x W x H (mm) 1720x620x1055
N.W / G.W (kgs) 325 / 350
Packing Measurement 1740 x 762 x 1143 mm
○(mm/inch) 250 / (10 “)
0°□(mm/inch) 127 x 468 ( 5 “x18 3/8”)
○(mm/inch) 150 (6“)
Cutting
Capacity + 45°□(mm/inch) 175 x 239 (7 “x9 3/8”)
3 TRANSPORTATION OF MACHINE:
Unpacking
1. Transportation to desired location before unpacking, please use lifting jack.(Fig.
B)
2. Transportation after unpacking, please use heavy duty fiber belt to lift up the
machine.
Fig. B
ALLWAYS KEEP PROPER FOOTING & BALANCE WHILE MOVING THIS MACHINE.
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Installation:
As this machine weights 310 kg. It is recommended that the machine shall be
transported, with help of lifting jack.
Transportation Recommendation:
(1). Tighten all locks before operation.
(2). ALWAYS Keep proper footing & balance while moving this 310kgs machine, and
only use heavy duty fiber belt to lift the machine as Fig. A
(3). TURN OFF the power before wiring, & be sure machine in proper grounding,
Overload & circuit breaker is
recommended for safety wiring.
(4). Tighten 4 bolts to base holes after
machine in balance.
(5). CHECK carefully if the saw blade is
running in counter-clock wise direction it
not reverse the wiring per circuit diagram
then repeat the running test.
(6). KEEP machine always out from sun, dust,
wet, raining area.
Fig.A
CLEAIG & LURICATING
(1) Your machine has been coated with a heavy grease to protect it in shipping. This
coating should be completely removed before operating the machine. Commercial
degreaser, kerosene or similar solvent may be used to remove the grease from the
machine, but avoid getting solvent on belts or other rubber parts.
(2) After cleaning, coat all bright work with a light lubricant. Lubricate all points in Fig 1.
With a medium consistency machine oil.
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4 MINIMUM ROOM SPACE FOR MACHINE OPERATION
5 MAKE PROPER TOOTH SELECTION
For maximum cutting efficiency and lowest cost per cut, it is important to select the
blade with the right number of teeth per inch (TPI) for the material being cut. The material
size and shape dictate
tooth selection.
TOOTH
SELECTION
You need to consider:
The width of the cut. That is, the distance in the cut that each tooth must travel from the
point it enters the workpiece until it leaves the workpiece, and
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1.The shape of the workpiece.
zSquares, Rectangles, Flats (Symbol : ■)
Locate the width of cut on the chart. (Inches on the outer circle and millimeters on
the inner circle.) Select the tooth pitch on the ring marked with the square shape
which aligns with the width of cut.
EXAMPLE: 6” (150mm) square, use a 2/3 Vari-Tooth.
zRound Sollds (Symbol : ●)
Locate the diameter of your workpiece on the chart. Select the tooth pitch on the
ring marked with the round shape which aligns with the size of stock you are
cutting.
EXAMPLE: 4” (100mm) round, use a 3/4 Vari-Tooth.
zTubing, Pipe, Structurals( Symbol : O H ^ )
Determine the average width of cut by dividing the area of the workpiece by the
distance the saw blade must travel to finish the cut. Locate the average width of
cut on the chart. Select the tooth Ditch on the ring marked with the tubing and
structural shape which aligns with the average width you are cutting.
EXAMPLE: 4”(100mm) outside diameter, 3”(75mm) inside diameter tubing.
4”(100mm) OD =12.5 sq.ln. (79cm2)
3”(75 mm ) ID = 7.0 sq.ln. (44cm2)
Area =5.5sq.ln.(35cm
2)
5.5 sq.ln. (35cm2) / 4” (100mm) distance =1.38(35mm) average width
1.38” (35mm), use a 4/6 Vari-Tooth
NOTE: The band speed and cutting rate recommendations presented on this
chart are approximations and are to be used as a starting point for most
applications. For exact sawing parameters’ consult your saw blade supplier.
6 BI-METAL SPEEDS AND FEEDS
These figures are a guide to cutting 4”(100mm) material (with a 314 Vari-Tooth) when
using a cutting fluid.
Increase Band Speed: 15% When cutting 1/4”(6.4mm) material (l0/l4 Vari-Tooth)
12% When cutting 3/4”(19 mm) material (6/10 Vari-Tooth)
10% When cutting 1-1/4”(32 mm) material(5/8 Vari-Tooth)
5% When cutting 2-1/2” (64 mm) material(4/6 Vari-Tooth)
Decrease Band Speed: 12% When cutting 8”(200mm) material(2/3 Vari-Tooth)
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BAND SPEEDMATERIAL ALLOY
ASTM NO. FT./MIN M/MIN
173,932 314 96
330,365 284 87
623,624 264 81
230,260,272 244 74
280,264,632,655 244 74
101,102,110,122,172 234 71
1751,182,220,510 234 71
625,706,715,934 234 71
630 229 70
Coppe
r
Alloy
811 214 65
1117 339 103
1137 289 88
1141,1144 279 85
1141 HI STRESS 279 85
1030 329 100
1008,1015,1020,1025 319 97
1035 309 94
1018,1021,1022 299 91
1026,1513 299 91
A36(SHAPES),1040 269 82
1042,1541 249 76
1044,1045 219 67
1060 199 61
Carbon
Steel
1095 184 56
8615,8620,8622 239 73
4340,E4340,8630 219 67
8640 199 61
Ni-Cr-Mo
Alloy Steel
E9310 174 53
A
-6 199 61
A
-2 179 55
A
-10 159 49
D-2 90 27
Tool Steel
H-11,H-12,H-13 189 58
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420 189 58
430 149 46
410,502 140 43
414 115 35
Stainless
Steel
431 95 29
440C 80 24
304,324 120 36
304L 115 35
347 110 33
316,316L 100 30
416 189 58
TELLTALE CHIPS
Chips are the best indicator of correct feed force. Monitor chip information and adjust
feed accordingly.
Thin or powdered chips – increase feed rate or reduce
band speed.
Burned heavy chips – reduce feed rate and/or band
speed.
Curly silvery and warm chips – optimum feed rate and
band speed.
7 CONNECTING SAW TO POWER SOURCE
The electrical rating of your band saw is either 230 volt, single phase or 400 volt, three
phase magnetic control.
Before connecting your machine to an electrical power system, be sure the motor rating
agrees with the electrical system it is to be connected to. We recommend that #14 wire,
fused with a 16 amp, dual element, time lag fuse, be used to supply power to all machines
regardless of their electrical rating.
Refer to the electrical wiring diagram supplied with your machine for instructions on how to
connect saw to power source.
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8 STARTING AND STOPPING MACHINE
1. Raise the saw frame to the up position.
2. The machine is started by pushing the
start button (C) Fig. 2. And it will
continue to run until the saw arm is in the
down position at the end of the cut, or
when the stop button (D) is pushed.
3. When in emergency push button (D) to
stop the machine. After removing the
trouble, release emergency button,
re-start the machine by pushing the start button (C).
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4. When using the coolant turn the select button (A) to the right.
5. To adjust the feeding rate when in cutting, turn the volume valve (F) clockwise for faster
feeding, counterclockwise for slower feeding. When volume valve (F) has been properly
adjusted, turn the control valve (G) to handle saw arm action.
6. An automatic shut-off limit switch is
provided to stop the motor when the cut is
completed. The limit switch (D) is controlled by
a lever Fig. 3, which contacts the top of the
hydraulic cylinder (E) shutting off the motor
and coolant pump.
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7. If the motor stops before the cut is
completed or con-tinues to run after the cut is
completed, the limit switch(D) Fig. 3. Can be
adjusted up or down by loosening the two
screws (F).
9 ADJUSTING DOWNWARD TRAVEL OF
SAW ARM
The downward travel of the saw arm should be
adjusted so that when the saw arm is in the
extreme downward position, the teeth of the
blade are 1/16” below the tab-le surface. If an
adjustment is necessary, loosen lock nut (A)
Fig. 4. And turn stop screw (B) in or out until
the correct adjustment is made. Then tighten
lock nut (A).
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10-1 CHANGING SPEEDS AND ADJUSTING BELT TENSION ( For 1018S)
Your machine is provided with a range of four speeds: 35,60, 88 and 115 MPM feet per
minute. To change speeds, pro-ceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the machine from the power
source.
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2. Release tension on the belt by loosening the
tension lock knob(A). Fig. 5 . And letting the
motor swing forward.
3. Loosen belt guard screw (D) Fig. 6.
4. Shift the belt (G) Fig. 6. To the desired
grooves on the pulleys. When the belt is or) the
largest step of the motor pulley (E) and the
smallest step of the gear box pulley (F) the
speed with be 275 feet per minute. When the
belt is on the smallest step of the motor pulley
(E) and the largest step of gear box pulley (F)
the speed will be 50 feet per minute.
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5. Adjust belt tension by pivoting the motor to the
rear until there is approximately 1/2” deflection
of the belt at the center span of the pulleys
using light finger pressure. Then tighten tension
lock knob(A). Fig. 5 . And close belt and pulley
guard.
10-2.CHANGING SPEEDS AND ADJUSTING
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BELT TENSION ( For 1018SV)
If the belt (B) (Fig 6-1) is too loose, Loosen
screw nut (A)(Fig5) adjust the screw to proper
tension and lock the screw nut.
The cutting speed is controlled by speed
change C (Fig 6-1). Turn it clockwise to
decrease the cutting speed and increase the
cutting speed by turning counter-clockwise.
Change speed always when motor is running,
and be sure the belt cover is always in locked
position.
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11 ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION
To tension the blade, lift up the left wheel cover
and turn the blade tension handle (A) Fig. 8,
clockwise. A pointer and tension scale (B) is
located underneath the wheel. The scale is
graduated to indicate blade tension of 20,000,
30,000 and 35,000 pounds per square inch (psi).
For car-bon blades (similar to the one supplied
with the machine) the blade should be tensioned
at 20,000 psi. For bi-metal blades, the blade
should be tensioned at 30,000 or 35,000 psi.
Always release blade tension at the end of each work day to prolong blade life.
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12 ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDE SUPPORT
ARM
A
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The blade guide support arm (A) Fig. 10, should
be set as close to the workpiece as possible. To
move the sup-port arm, first loosen clamp knob
(B). move the support arm (A) into relationship
with the workpiece. When you are sure the
support arm will not interfere with the workpiece,
first tighten clamp knob (B).
13 ADJUSTING FEED RATE
When the feed rate control knob is turned clockwise as far as it will go the saw frame will
not move down, but it can be raised to the up position. By turning the feed rate control
knob counterclockwise, the flow of oil from the cylinder is regulated and determines the
speed at which the saw frame will lower and the blade will feed through the work. Too
many factors are involved to make tabulated data practical on feed rates. As a general
rule, an even downward pressure without forcing the blade gives best results. Avoid
forcing the blade at the start as this may shorten blade life and produce a bad cut. By
in-specting the chips while the cut is being made will indicate whether the feed rate is
correct. Fine powdery chips in-dicate the feed rate is too light; the teeth are rubbing over
the surface instead of cutting. Burned chips indicate ex-cessive feed, which causes the
teeth to break off as the blade overheats. The ideal feed rate is indicated by chips that
have a free curl and this will give the fastest cutting time and longest blade life.
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14 ADJUSTING CUTTING PRESSURE OF
SAW ARM
Fig. 11
The cutting pressure of the saw arm has
been set at the factory and should not need
further
adjustment. If adjustment should ever
become necessary, lower the saw arm to
the horizontal
position. Loosen locknut (A) Fig.11. until the
pressure is increased or decreased.
15 OPERATING AND ADJUSTING VISE
Fig.12
The workpiece is placed between the vise
jaws with the amount to be cut-off extending
out past the blade. Your machine is
equipped with a “quick action” vise jaw
which allows you to instantly position the
moveable vise jaw (B) Fig. 12.’ Simply turn
hand wheel (A) counterclockwise 1/2 turn
and move `the vise jaw (B) to the desired
position. Then tighten the vise jaw (B)
against the workpiece by turning hand wheel
clockwise. The vise can be adjusted to cut
any angle from a straight 90 degree cut-off
to a 45 degree angle by loosening the
two sp ring-loaded clamp handles (one
located on each vise jaw), positioning the
vise jaws to the desired angle and
tightening the tow spring-loaded handles.
The right vise jaw is provided with
positive stops to instant-ly position the
jaw at 90 or 45 degrees. To check and
adjust the positive stops, roceed as
follows:
Fig. 13
1. Pivot the right vise jaw (C) Fig. 13. All
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the way to the right, and lock spring loaded clamp handle (D).
2. Using a combination square (E), place
one end of the square against the vise
jaw and the other end against the blade
as shown in Fig. 13. Check to see if the
vise jaw is 90 degrees to the blade.
Fig. 14
3. If an adjustment is necessary loosen
clamp handle (D) Pig. 14. Loosen set screw
(F) and turn adjusting screw (G) until the
vise jaw is 90 degrees to the blade.NOTE:
turn screw (G) from the opposite end,
through the face of the vise jaw. End of
screw (G) should contact stud of clamp
handle(D) when vise jaw is 90 degrees to
the blade. Then tighten set screw (F).
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4. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen
clamp handle (D) Pig. 14. Loosen set screw
(H) and turn adjusting screw (K) until the
vise jaw is 45 degrees to the blade. NOTE:
end of screw (K) should contact stud of
clamp handle when vise jaw is 45 degrees
to the blade. Then tighten set screw (H).
5. Pivot the right vise jaw (C) all the way to
the left, as shown in Fig. 15, and lock
spring loaded clamp handle (D).
6. Using a combination square (E), place
one end of the square against the vise
jaw and the other end against the blade,
as shown in Fig. 15. And check to see if
the vise jaw is at 45 degrees to the blade.
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16 COOLANT
The use of proper cutting fluid is essential to
obtain max-imum efficiency from a band saw
blade. The main cause of tooth failure is
excessive heat build-up. This is the reason
that cutting fluid is necessary for long blade
life and high cutting rates. Cutting area and
blade wheels should be kept clean at all time.
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The rate of coolant flow is controlled by the stop valve lever (B) Fig. 16 which directs the
coolant onto the blade at (C). The lever (B) is shown in the off position.
17 ADJUSTING STOCK ADVANCE STOP
The stock advance stop is used mainly when
more than one piece of work is to be cut to the
same length. Simply position the stop (A) Fig. 17
the desired distance away from the blade. The
stop may be repositioned by loosen-ing lock
screw (B) and moving the rod (C) in or out
accord-ingly. Then tighten lock screw (&). Fine
adjustment to the stop can be made by
loosening nut (D) and turning stop screw (A). To
move the stop (A) out of the way, loosen set
screw (E) and move arm (F) to the down position.
18 ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDE ROLLER
BEARINGS, CARBIDE BLADE GUIDES AND
BACK-UP BEAR’INGS
Before making the following adj~stments make sure
the blade is tracking and tensioned roperly:
1. The back of the blade (A) Fig. 18, should ride
against the back-up bearing (B). To adjust, loosen
set screw (C) and move the bearing (B) up or down
until it lightly touches the back of the blade.
2. The saw blade (A) should also ride between and
lightly touch the two blade guide roller bearings (D)
and (E) Fig.18. The front bearing (E) Fig. 18 and 19,
is mounted on an eccentric and can easily be
adjusted to suit blade thickness by loosening set
screw (F) and turning shaft (G) Fig. 19.
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Fig. 18
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3. The carbide blade guides (H) Fig. 18, should also
be adjusted so they lightly touch the blade by
loosening screws (K).
4. The blade guide roller bearings, carbide blade
guides and back-up bearing on holder (L) Fig. 18
and 19 should be adjusted in the same manner.
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19 SETTING UP THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION
1. Select the proper speed and blade for the type of material you are cutting.
2. Make sure the blade tension is adjusted properly.
3. Raise the saw frame and close the feed ion/off knob (E) Fig. 20.
4. Place the stock (B) Fig. 20, between the vise jaws. Adjust the stock for the desired
length of cut and tighten the vise clamping hand wheel (C).
5. Make sure the blade guide arm (D) Fig. 20, is adjusted as close as possible to the
workpiece.
6. Turn the machine on and adjust the coolant flow.
7. Turn the feed rate control knob (A) Fig. 20, counterclockwise until the saw blade begins
to lower at the desired rate of speed.
8. Proceed to cut through the workpiece. The motor and coolant pump will shut off upon
completion of the cut.
9. After adjusting the down speed (A), the saw frame position and down movement are
controlled by (E) on/off knob.
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. 20
A B
E
C
D
- -
18