Carbatec BS-345C User manual

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INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
14" (345mm)
Heavy Duty Bandsaw
BS-345C
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and professionals across Australia and New Zealand, since 1987.
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advancements more accessible to Aussie woodworkers.
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
WELCOME
A. Fence
B. Front fence rail
C. Rear fence rail
D. Fence Hardware
E. Machine to stand bolts
F. Stand assembly bolts
G. Door Lock Keys
H. Mitre Gauge
I. Table Tilt Lock Knobs
J. Guard Height & Blade
Tension Knobs
K. 90˚ Table Stop Bolt
L. Cast table
M. Stand Cross Braces
N. Stand Left/Right Legs
O. Fence Rule
P. Manual (not shown)
Q. Main Machine (not shown)
BS345C 14" BANDSAW
1. Remove parts from all of the cartons
and lay them on a clean work surface.
2. Remove any protective materials and
coatings from all of the parts and the
bandsaw. The protective coatings can
be removed by spraying WD-40 on
them and wiping it o with a soft cloth.
This may need to be redone several
times before all of the protective
coatings are removed completely.
3. Compare the items to verify that all are
accounted for before discarding the
shipping box.
DO NOT USE ACETONE, gasoline or lacquer
thinner to remove any protective coatings.
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If any parts are missing, do not attempt to plug in
the power cord and turn “ON” the bandsaw. The
bandsaw can only be turned “ON” after all the
parts have been obtained and installed correctly.
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This bandsaw will require a minimal amount of assembly.
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DATE OF PURCHASE:
SERIAL NUMBER:
Record the serial number and date of purchase
in your manual for future reference.
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Made for:
CARBATEC PTY LTD
Brisbane - Australia
Model:
Voltage
Freq:
Phase:
Amp:
kW:
Speed:
Lot No.:
Serial No.:
Date:
QUALITY INSPECTED
Key information can be found on the inspection
panel, found on the rear of the machine.
IMPORTANT
DUST COLLECTION: All woodworking machines require effective dust extraction to ensure
quality work and longevity of the machine itself. Failure to connect your machine to a
suitable dust collector may affect your warranty. The collector required for your machine
will depend on several factors including the type of machine and its dust port connection,
distance between collector and machine, type & frequency of use and the material being
worked. We recommend a dust collector that will provide you a minimum airflow of 500-CFM
when measured at the machine connection.

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NOTE: The specifications, photographs, drawings and information in this manual represent
the current machine model when the manual was prepared. Changes and improvements
may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Carbatec to modify previously
delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this
manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and
operation of this machine.
Introduction 2
What’s in the box 3
Key information 4
Safety instructions - General 6-9
Safety instructions - Bandsaw 9-10
Safety instructions - Electrical 11
Overview 12
Specications 13
Assembly 14-16
Machine Setup 17-19
Adjustments 20-22
Operation 23–26
Maintenance 27
Wiring Diagram 28
Parts diagram/Parts list 29-33
Troubleshooting 34
Warranty 35
CONTENTS
CONTENTS

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A safety alert symbol Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result
in property damage.
Carbatec products bearing the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) have been
tested in accordance with applicable Australian/New Zealand Standards
to ensure their compliance with all mandatory standards and regulations
(applicable at time of original sale). Carbatec Pty Ltd are registered as a
responsible supplier with relevant Australian government departments and
our products are registered on the EESS & ACMA database.
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SYMBOL MEANING
IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this
equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend
that this tool not be modied and/or used for any other application other than that for
which it was designed. If you have any questions about its application, do not use the tool
until you have contacted us and we have advised you.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety
symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding.
The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and
warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
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Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual, including all safety
alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this tool.
Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or
serious personal injury.
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Operating a power tool can be dangerous if
safety and common sense are ignored. The
operator must be familiar with the operation of
this machine. Read this manual to understand this
machine. DO NOT OPERATE this machine IF YOU
DO NOT FULLY UNDERSTAND the limitations of
this tool. DO NOT MODIFY this machine in any way.
BEFORE USING
THIS MACHINE
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To avoid serious injury and damage to the tool,
read and follow all of the Safety and Operating
Instructions before operating the machine.
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1. SOME DUST CREATED BY USING
POWER TOOLS CONTAINS CHEMICALS
known to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and
other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber
Your risk from 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
and work with approved safety equipment,
such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic particles.
2. READ this entire manual. LEARN how to use
the tool for its intended applications.
3. GROUND ALL TOOLS. If the tool is supplied
with a 3-prong plug, it must be plugged into
a 3-contact electrical receptacle. The third
prong is used to ground the tool and provide
protection against accidental electric shock.
4. AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING
ENVIRONMENT. Do not use electrical tools in
a damp environment or expose them to rain.
5. DO NOT USE electrical tools in the presence
of FLAMMABLE liquids or gases.
6. ALWAYS KEEP THE AREA CLEAN, well lit,
and organized. Do not work in an environment
with oor surfaces that are slippery from
debris, grease, and wax.
7. KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY. Do
not permit people to be in the immediate
work area, especially when the electrical tool
is operating.
8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform an
operation for which it was not designed. It
will do a safer and higher quality job by only
performing operations for which the tool was
intended.
9. WEAR PROPER CLOTHING.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties,
or jewellery. These items can get caught in
the machine during operations and pull the
operator into the moving parts. The user
must wear a protective cover on their hair, if
hair is long, to prevent it from contacting any
moving parts.
10. CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by
removing switch keys, unplugging tools from
the electrical receptacles, and using padlocks.
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11. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE
ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE
when making adjustments, changing parts or
performing any maintenance.
12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND
IN WORKING ORDER.
13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure
that the power switch is in the “OFF” position
before plugging in the power cord to the
electrical receptacle.
14. REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from
the immediate area prior to turning “ON”
the machine.
15. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Use of incorrect or improper accessories
could cause serious injury to the operator
and cause damage to the tool. If in doubt,
check the instruction manual that comes with
that particular accessory.
16. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL
UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to the
“OFF” position. Do not leave the tool until it
has come to a complete stop.
17. DO NOT STAND ON A TOOL. Serious injury
could result if the tool tips over, or you
accidentally contact the tool.
18. DO NOT STORE ANYTHING ABOVE OR
NEAR the tool where anyone might try to
stand on the tool to reach it.
19. MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE. Do not extend
yourself over the tool. Wear oil resistant
rubber soled shoes. Keep oor clear of
debris, grease, and wax.
20. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Always
keep tools clean and in good working order.
Keep all blades and tool bits sharp, dress
grinding wheels and change other abrasive
accessories when worn.
21. EACH AND EVERY TIME, CHECK FOR
DAMAGED PARTS PRIOR TO USING THE
TOOL. Carefully check all guards to see that
they operate properly, are not damaged, and
perform their intended functions. Check for
alignment, binding or breaking of moving
parts. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be immediately repaired or replaced.
22. DO NOT OPERATE TOOL WHILE TIRED,
OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS,
MEDICATION OR ALCOHOL.
23. SECURE ALL WORK. Use clamps or jigs to
secure the work piece. This is safer than
attempting to hold the work piece with
your hands.
24. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE
DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN
OPERATING A POWER TOOL. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT
INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR
AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust,
crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust.
Direct particles away from face and body.
Always operate tool in well ventilated area
and provide for proper dust removal. Use
dust extraction system wherever possible.
Exposure to dust may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury,
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including silicosis (a serious lung disease),
cancer, and death. Avoid breathing dust, and
avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing
dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on
your skin may promote absorption of harmful
material. Always use properly tting AS/NZS
approved respiratory protection appropriate
for the dust exposure, and wash exposed
areas with soap and water.
26. USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD IN GOOD
CONDITION. Use of extension cords should
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
be avoided where possible. When using an
extension cord, be sure to have a cord heavy
enough to carry the current your product will
draw, and with compatible pin conguration
and connections. NEVER use an extension
cord rated at less than your machine.
Longer run extensions will need heavier
duty extension cords. Only connect your
extension cord or machine to a receptacle
that accepts your plug and never modify your
plug to suit a receptacle.
BANDSAW SAFETY
The device and packaging materials are
not toys! Children must not be allowed
to play with plastic bags, lm and small
parts! There is a risk of swallowing and
suocation!
NOTE: According to the applicable product
liability law the manufacturer of this device is not
liable for damages which arise on or in connection
with this device in case of:
• Improper handling
• Non-compliance with the instructions
for use
• Repairs by third party, non authorised skilled
workers
• Installation and replacement of non-genuine
spare parts
• Improper use
!RECOMMENDATIONS:
• Read the entire text of the operating
instructions prior to the assembly and
operation of the device. These operating
instructions are intended to make it easier
for you to get familiar with your device and
utilise its intended possibilities of use.
• The operating instructions contain
important notes on how to work safely with
your machine and how to avoid dangers, and
increase the reliability and working life of the
machine.
• Retain and store these instructions near the
machine. The instructions must be read and
carefully observed by each operator prior to
starting the work.
• In addition to the safety notes contained
in the present operating instructions and
the special regulations of your country, the
generally recognised technical rules for the
operation of wood working machines must
be observed.

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BANDSAW SAFETY
INTENDED USE
• The machine must only be used in
technically perfect condition in accordance
with its designated use and the instructions
set out in the operating manual, and
only by safety-conscious persons who
are fully aware of the risks involved in
operating the machine. Any functional
disorders, especially those aecting the
safety of the machine, should therefore
be rectied immediately. The safety, work
and maintenance instructions of the
manufacturer as well as the technical data
given in the calibrations and dimensions
must be adhered to.
• Relevant accident prevention regulations
and other, generally recognised safety-
technical rules must also be adhered to.
• The machine may only be used, maintained,
and operated by persons familiar with it and
instructed in its operation and procedures.
Arbitrary alterations to the machine release
the manufacturer from all responsibility for
any resulting damages.
• The machine may only be used with original
accessories and tools made
by or recommended by the manufacturer
• Any other use exceeds authorisation.
The manufacturer is not responsible
for any damages resulting from unauthorized
use; risk is the sole responsibility of the
operator.
SAFETY FOR BANDSAWS
• This bandsaw is intended for use in dry
conditions, and for indoor use only.
• Do not cut pieces of material too small
to hold by hand outside the blade guard.
• Avoid awkward hand positions where
a sudden slip could cause a hand to move
into the blade.
• Always use the blade guard to avoid
possible injury due to blade breakage.
• Never leave the work area with the power
connected, or before the machine has come
to a complete stop.
• Do not perform layout, assembly or set
up work on the table while the cutting tool is
in operation.
• Never turn your bandsaw on before clearing
the table of all objects: (tools, scraps of
wood, etc) except for the workpiece and
related feed or support devices for the
operation planned.
REMAINING HAZARDS
The machine has been built using modern
technology in accordance with recognised safety
rules. Some remaining hazards, however, may
still exist.
• Long hair and loose clothing can be
hazardous. Wear personal protective gear
such as a hair net and tight tting
work clothes.
• Saw dust and wood chips can be hazardous.
Always wear AS/NZS approved personal
protective gear such as safety goggles, dust
mask and hearing protection.
• The use of incorrect or damaged mains
cables can lead to injuries caused
by electricity.
• Even when all safety measures are taken,
some remaining hazards which are not yet
evident may still be present.
• Remaining hazards can be minimised
by following the instructions in Safety
Precautions, Proper Use and
in the entire operating manual.
• Do not force the machine unnecessarily:
excessive cutting pressure may lead to rapid
deterioration of the blade and a decrease in
performance in terms of nish and
cutting precision.

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This tool must be grounded while in use to
protect the operator from electric shock. IN THE
EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN,
grounding provides the path of least resistance
for electric current and reduces the risk of electric
shock. This tool may be equipped with an electric
cord that has an equipment grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug MUST Be plugged
into a matching electrical receptacle that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance
with ALL local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
If it will not t the electrical receptacle, have the
proper electrical receptacle installed by a
qualied electrician.
IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the
equipment grounding conductor can result in
risk of electric shock. The conductor with the
green insulation (with or without yellow stripes)
is the equipment grounding conductor. DO NOT
connect the equipment grounding conductor to a
live terminal if repair or replacement of the electric
cord or plug is necessary.
CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
or service personnel if you do not completely
understand the grounding instructions, or if you
are not sure the tool is properly grounded.
Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a
3-prong grounding plug and a 3-pole receptacle
that accepts the tool’s plug. Replace a damaged
or worn cord immediately.
Power tools and machinery are intended for use
on a circuit that has an electrical receptacle as
shown in FIGURE A that shows a 10 Amp 3-wire
electrical plug and corresponding electrical
receptacle that has a grounding conductor.
If this particular tool has been designed and tted
with a two prong electrical plug, ensure it displays
the ‘Double Insulated’ logo shown in FIGURE B,
before connecting to a 3- wire receptacle.
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Never modify the standard tted electrical
plugs to t your receptacle.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Avoid accidental starts: do not press the
start button while inserting the plug into
the socket.
Fig. A Fig. B

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OVERVIEW
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A. Blade tension knob
B. Blade tracking knob
C. Quick tension lever
D. Top door key lock
E. Top door opening knob
F. Blade guard height adjust
G. Blade guard lock knob
H. Top blade bearing guides
I. Rip fence
J. Table pin
K. Cast table
L. Mitre gauge
M. Table tilt lock knobs
N. Bottom door opening knob
O. Machine stand
P. 4” Dust port
Q. 1.5 HP motor
R. NVR on/o switch
S. Top access door
T. Fence rail
U. Bottom access door
V. Fence locking lever

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BS-345C SPECIFICATIONS
CODE BS-345C
MOTOR 1-1/2 HP (1100 W)
SWITCH TYPE Magnetic NVR
BLADE GUIDES Dual bearing
BLADE LENGTH 2553 mm
BLADE RELEASE Quick release lever
BLADE SPEED 2200
DEPTH OF CUT 200 mm (8")
DUST PORT 1 × 100 mm (4”)
MINIMUM BLADE WIDTH 3.2 mm (1/8")
MAXIMUM BLADE WIDTH 19 mm (3/4")
MAXIMUM RIP CAPACITY 345 mm (13.5")
POSITIVE STOPS 90°
TABLE HEIGHT 1070 mm
TABLE SIZE 360 × 360 mm (14" × 14")
TABLE TILT -15° to +45°
WORKSHOP FOOTPRINT (W×D×H) 710 × 710 × 1760 mm
WHEEL DIAMETER 350 mm (14")
WHEEL TYPE Cast alloy
WARRANTY PERIOD 3 years
SHIPPING WEIGHT 85 kg
NETT WEIGHT 77 kg
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ASSEMBLY
A. ASSEMBLING THE STAND
1. This stand is simple to assemble. There
are only four panels; the two legs and two
cross support panels. Fig. A1
2. Stand the legs upright and spaced apart
so you have room to install the cross
panels. Each panel receives four M8 x 16
bolts (two each side) and corresponding
washers and nuts. Hand tighten only at
this point. Fig. A2
3. Once you have all panels of the stand
together, ensure it is sitting at on the
oor before tightening the bolts, taking
care to keep everything at and aligned
as you do so. For this you will require two
10 mm spanners. Fig. A3
Fig. A1
Fig. A2
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B. MOUNTING THE MACHINE
1. You can now lift the saw body onto the
base. This is a (minimum) two person
job. The machine will sit perfectly over
the stand, located by the lip on the base.
Take care to keep your ngers out of the
way when placing the machine down
onto the stand! Fig. B1
2. Using the bolts provided with the square
locating shaft, insert these into the
square locating holes from the outside,
ensuring the square shank is aligned and
rmly registers through the stand. There
are four of these holes on each side of
the machine, eight in total. Fig. B2
3. The appropriate washers and nuts can
now be installed on the inside. A single
14 mm spanner or socket is required to
tighten these home. Fig. B3
Fig. B1
Fig. B2
Fig. B3

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C. INSTALLING THE TABLE
1. First, remove the table insert and pin.
The insert can be pressed or tapped
out carefully from below, while the pin is
tapered and may require a spanner or
vise grips to loosen and slide out.
2. Lift the table and align the pre-installed
blade to the table slot. Slide the blade
through the slot, then rotate the table
90° clockwise, so the slot now faces the
outside right of the machine from the
front. Lower the table into place, taking
care to align the trunnion bolts below the
table, into the corresponding slots on
the trunnions. Fig. C1 and C2
3. Screw the two lock knobs onto the bolts
through the trunnion brackets to secure
the table, but leave a little loose. Fig. C3
Congratulations - you now only have the
rip fence left to install, but we’ll do that
after we set the table up.
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ASSEMBLY
Fig. C1
Fig. C2
Fig. C3

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D. TABLE SETUP
1. Place the table insert back in position,
taking care to align the insert notches.
Insert the table pin and rmly seat with a
small hammer tap. Fig. D1
2. Tilt the table up to roughly 30° to 40°, or
enough to insert the 90° table stop bolt.
Thread the stop bolt into the threaded
hole, with the nut above the bracket.
Fig. D2 Thread the bolt in until you can
lower the table to 90°. The nut will need
adjustment as you go to achieve this.
3. Place a square on the table up against
the blade. Now adjust the tilt of the table
until you have an accurate 90° table to
blade angle. Lock the table in place by
tightening the two trunnion tilt knobs.
Fig. D3
4. Loosen the scale arrow marker on the
front trunnion with a Philips Head screw
driver and realign for zero if required,
then re-tighten. This scale is a guide
only; for accurate angle cutting, a
digital angle nder (sold separately) is
recommended.
5. Finally, with the table secured at 90°,
‘unwind’ the stop bolt below the table
until the head sits rmly against the
underside. Then tighten the loose nut
down against the bracket wit a 14 mm
spanner to lock the stop in place. You
now have a 90° reference to return to
should you ever tilt the table.
MACHINE SETUP
Fig. C
Fig. D1
Fig. D2
Fig. D3
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MACHINE SETUP
E. INSTALLING AND SETTING
UP THE RIP FENCE
1. Mount the front fence rail to the table
using two hex head bolts (M6 x 20) and
two spring washers. A 10 mm spanner
is required. Leave the bolts just a little
loose for now. Fig. E1
2. The fence handle can be screwed into
place on the fence glide body, then
lowered into position on the front fence
rail. The nut is used to lock the handle
into place, preventing it coming loose
during use. Fig. E2
3. The fence itself, when positioned
properly in the rail, should sit marginally
above the table surface. Adjust as
required, ensuring it is even on both
sides then tighten the front rail home
to the table. As these are slotted holes,
aligning your bolts to the center will
allow some adjustment either way later,
if required.
4. The square tube rear rail can now be
installed with the two Allen head bolts,
ensuring you orient it so the excess rail
hangs over the table toward the machine
frame. Tighten the bolts home.
5. Now install the rear fence glide foot.
Remove the fence end cap with a
screwdriver. Remove the nut from the
foot bolt and screw the threaded foot
bolt into the hole on the underside of
the fence. Adjust the height of the foot
so the fence sits just above the table, as
per the front. When done, screw the foot
nut into place inside the fence to lock
the position, then screw the fence cap
back into place. Fig. E3
Fig. C
Fig. E1
Fig. E2
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6. Slide the fence across until it just barely
touches the blade and push the handle
down to lock in this position. Now slide
the fence scale/rule in the channel on
the front rail, under the fence. Align the
zero reading with the magnied hairline
on the fence - this should place the
end of the rule close to the end of the
fence on the front left. While held in this
position, peel the backing o the tape
and ax to the rail working from one
side to the other, removing the fence
when required. Fig. E4
7. With the tape axed, place the fence
back on the rail and check your zero
position. If this moved during installation
of the tape, you can correct this using
the front rail slotted bolts. Fig. E5
Fig. C
Fig. E4
Fig. E5
Fig. F1
F. FINAL DETAILS
1. Install the two remaining large knobs
on the blade guard height adjustment
position and blade tension position
respectively, using the last two Philiips
head screws and corresponding
washers. Fig. F1
2. Remove the protective plastic cover
from the logo by peeling o slowly and
carefully. If a letter starts to come o
with the coating, press back into place
and run your thumb nail over the letter
through the coating, then continue your
peel.
3. The included mitre gauge simply drops
into the standard 3/4” (19 mm) x 3/8"
(9.5 mm) table slot.

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ADJUSTMENTS
Fig. C
Fig. G1
Fig. H1
Fig. G2
G. BLADE TENSION & TRACKING
1. This machine features a quick-release
blade tension lever. Fig. G1 Always ensure
this is in the correct position before use
and release tension after use. There is
a blade tension indicator guide near the
quick release, which provides a measure
of reference for adequate tension by
blade width, indicated by the red line.
Overall tension (with the lever in the “under
tension” position) can be increased or
decreased by rotating the blade tension
knob on the top of the bandsaw.
2. Blade tracking is achieved by releasing
the tracking lock knob (Fig. G1) and
turning the tracking knob incrementally,
while hand turning the bandsaw upper
wheel. This will shift the blade forward or
back on the tyre - aim for the blade to sit
centred on the tyre/wheel. Once it stays
in this location while rotating by hand,
lock this position by retightening the lock
knob. Fig. G2. CAUTION: Ensure machine
is unplugged from mains power whilst
undertaking this action!
Tracking Lock Knob
Tracking Knob
Blade Guard Lock Knob
Height Adjust Knob
H. BLADE GUARD HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
1. The blade guard’s height adjustment is
rack and pinion operated. Release the
blade guard lock knob at the rear of the
machine and rotate the blade guard
adjustment knob clockwise for up, anti-
clockwise down. You should always adjust
the height of the guide to just clear the
material being cut. When set for the job at
hand, lock the guard in place with the lock
knob once again. Fig. H1