DoAll 800SNC User manual

800SNC
Serial No: 594-11103 to
Band Sawing Machine
Instruction Manual

DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURES
VISIBLE DAMAGE AT THE TIME OF DELIVERY:
1. Note damage on carrier’s delivery receipt. Accept the shipment. It can be returned later if repairs
are not possible in the eld.
2. Request a “damage inspection” from the delivery carrier:
a. The carrier will send his own people or contract an independent agency to make the
inspection.
b. The inspector will request a signature on the report and leave a copy.
c. The carrier “damage inspection” report is not nal. If additional damage is found when
repairs are started, contact the carrier for another inspection; or at least give them the
details of the damage.
3. Do not move the equipment from the receiving area and keep all shipping materials until carrier
“damage inspection” report is complete.
4. If possible, take photographs of the damage and keep them for your les. Photos could possibly
prove a claim at a later time.
5. Keep a record of all expenses and be sure they are documented.
6. Repair damage in the eld whenever possible. Carriers encourage this to keep expenses down.
7. You have nine (9) months to le a claim.
1. You have fourteen (14) days to report damage not noted at time of delivery.
a. Report damage as soon as possible. This makes it easier to prove that it did not happen
at cosignee’s plant.
b. Inspect machine(s) carefully before moving from the receiving area. Again, if machine is
not moved, it is easier to prove your case.
2. Request a “damage inspection” from the delivery carrier:
a. The carrier will send his own people or contract an independent agency to make the
inspection.
b. The inspector will request a signature on the report and leave a copy.
c. The carrier “damage inspection” report is not nal. If additional damage is found when
repairs are started, contact the carrier for another inspection; or at least give them the
details of the damage.
3. Do not move the equipment from the receiving area and keep all shipping materials until carrier
“damage inspection” report is complete.
4. If possible, take photographs of the damage and keep them for your les. Photos could possibly
prove a claim at a later time.
5. Keep a record of all expenses and be sure they are documented.
6. Repair damage in the eld whenever possible. Carriers encourage this to keep expenses down.
7. You have nine (9) months to le a claim.
CONCEALED DAMAGE:

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DoALL SAWING PRODUCTS
2375B TOUHY AVENUE
ELK GROVE, ILLINOIS 60007 U.S.A.
OPERATOR'S INSTRUCTION MANUAL
METAL CUTTING BAND SAW
PB-550.4 (6-12)
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
MODEL FIRST SERIAL NO. LAST SERIAL NO.
800SNC 594-11103
The following registered trademarks of the DoALL Company are used in this manual:
DoALL, Imperial Bi-Metal, Kleen-Kool and Tensigage.
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE!
For Sales, Parts and Service, call 1-888-362-5572
For general information, visit our web site at: www.doallsawing.com
For your information and future reference, pertinent data concerning your machine
should be written in the spaces provided above. This information is printed on a label
attached to your machine. Be sure to provide machine model and serial numbers
with any correspondence or parts orders.
Specications contained herein were in effect at the time this manual was approved
for printing. The DoALL Company, whose policy is one of continuous improvement,
reserves the right, however, to change specications or design at any time without
notice and without incurring obligations.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MACHINE DIMENSIONS
Floor Plan/Foot Pad Layout .................................. 1
Front Views ........................................................... 2
Top View ............................................................... 3
MACHINE FEATURES
Front View ............................................................ 4
Side and Rear Views ............................................ 5
Proximity and Limit Switch Locations ................... 6
INSTALLATION
Location ................................................................ 7
Unpacking ............................................................. 7
Cleaning ............................................................... 7
Lifting .................................................................... 7
OSHA Notice!! ...................................................... 7
Machine Installation .............................................. 7-8
Electrical Installation ............................................. 8
Plant Air Installation (If Required) ......................... 8
Preparation for Use .............................................. 8
OPERATION
Safety Precautions ............................................... 9
Using the Saw Band Selector ............................... 9
Cutting Capacities ................................................ 9
Machine Controls ................................................. 10
Operator Workstation ........................................... 10-15
Saw Band Preparation .......................................... 15-17
Saw Guide Arm Adjustment .................................. 17
Feed Force Adjustments ....................................... 17
Work Height Adjustment ....................................... 17-18
Saw Head Positioning For Angle Cuts .................. 18
Flood Coolant System .......................................... 18
Dry Cutting ............................................................ 18
Hydraulic System .................................................. 19
Band Brush and Chip Removal ............................ 19
Typical Operation Procedures .............................. 19-21
LUBRICATION
Lubrication Chart .................................................. 22
Lubrication Diagrams ............................................ 23
MAINTENANCE
Replacing Saw Guide Inserts ............................... 24
Adjust or Replace Saw Band Guide Rollers ......... 24
Hydraulic System .................................................. 24-25
Flood Coolant System .......................................... 25
Machine Cleaning ................................................. 25
Machine Alignment ............................................... 25
Band Brush ........................................................... 26
Band Tension Measurement ................................. 26
Wear Plate Replacement ...................................... 26
Band Drive Gearbox ............................................. 26
Bandwheels .......................................................... 26-27
Cleaning Chip Trough or Chip Auger .................... 27
Counterbalance Spring ......................................... 27
Electric Motors ...................................................... 27
Mist Lubricator ...................................................... 27
TROUBLE SHOOTING ................................ 28-31
ACCESSORIES
Roller Stock Conveyor .......................................... 32
Vertical Guide Rollers ........................................... 32
Nesting Fixture (Machines 104 thru 108) ............. 32-33
Nesting Fixture (Machines 109 and on) ................ 34-35
Variable Vise Pressure ......................................... 35
Chip Auger ............................................................ 35-36
Band Mist Lubricator ............................................. 36
Worklight ............................................................... 36
Laser Line Option ................................................. 36
Material Handling Equipment ............................... 36
How to read your serial number:

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MACHINE DIMENSIONS
FLOOR PLAN/FOOT PAD LAYOUT
INCHES (± .03)
MILLIMETERS (± 1 mm)

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MACHINE DIMENSIONS (Continued....)
INCHES (± .03)
MILLIMETERS (± 1 mm)
FRONT VIEW

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MACHINE DIMENSIONS (Continued....)
TOP VIEW INCHES (± .03)
MILLIMETERS (± 1 mm)

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MACHINE FEATURES
FRONT VIEW

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SIDE and REAR VIEWS
MACHINE FEATURES (Continued....)

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MACHINE FEATURES (Continued....)
PROXIMITY and LIMIT SWITCH LOCATIONS
SIDE VIEW
FRONT VIEW

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INSTALLATION
All the "left", "right", "front", "rear" directions
in this manual are as viewed by the operator
when facing the main electrical enclosure.
LOCATION
1. Position the machine to allow adequate space for all
your sawing needs with maximum convenience.
2. Locate the machine to provide sufcient clearance
for: (a) Material loading and unloading; (b) All
door openings; (c) Head elevation; (d) Head swivel;
(e) Coolant reservoir removal; (f) Chip trough or
optional chip auger removal; (g) Maintenance and
lubrication procedures; (h) Operation of the any
supplied machine accessories.
3. Approximate oor dimensions for the machine are
shown on pages 1, 2 and 3.
4. Accessories such as roller stock conveyors will
require additional working area.
UNPACKING
1. The machine and other parts and supplies were
fastened to a wooden skid before shipment.
DO NOT remove the red metal bracket holding
the saw head to the vise base until the
machine has been lifted and positioned at its
permanent location.
2. Remove all protective covers, strapping, crating, etc.
Then: (a) Remove the bolts or screws attaching the
machine to the shipping skid.
3. Inspect the machine for broken or damaged parts.
Refer to this manual's inside front cover for damage
claim procedures.
CLEANING
1. If necessary, use solvent to remove the rust-
preventative coating applied to the machine's
exposed bare metal surfaces before shipping.
LIFTING
Never lift the machine by its sawing head.
1. Lift pockets, located on either side of the lower
portion of the base weldment, are provided for lifting
purposes.
2. Using a fork lift truck, lift the machine by using the
lift pockets to move the machine to its permanent
location. The forks should be a minimum of six
(6) feet (2 meters) long to sufciently support the
machine.
3. Net weight for the machine base is approximately
5000 pounds (2268.0 kg). The indexer weighs
approximately 3000 pounds (1360.8 kg). Added
features and options may increase the weight by
as much as 500 pounds (226.8 kg).
The use of an overhead hoist is NOT
recommended.
4. Optional roller stock conveyors can be lifted into
position using a fork lift or other means that provides
adequate safety precautions.
OSHA NOTICE!!
OSHA Regulation No. 1910.212 (5B).
 Machinesdesignedforaxedlocationshall
be securely anchored to prevent walking or
moving.
MACHINE INSTALLATION
1. There are two (2) parts to the machine: the machine
base and the indexer. The machine base is installed
rst and leveled before the indexer.
2. Before placing the machine down, install one (1)
M20 leveling screw and nut into each base foot
pad. Then: (a) Adjust the six (6) leveling screws
to extend an equal distance through the mounting
pad - approximately one-half inch (12.7 mm); (b)
Tighten the jam nuts; (c) Just before lowering to the
oor, place a foot casting under each leveling screw
Now lower the machine in the desired location.
3. Remove the bracket holding the saw head to the
base. Save this bracket for use in case machine
relocation becomes necessary at a future
date.
4. Place a machinist's level on the vise bed. Then
adjust the leveling screws until the vise base wear
plates are level in both directions and weight of
the machine is resting evenly on all mounting
pads.
5. Repeat Step 2 for the indexer and engage the
indexer with the locating pins on the machine
base.

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MACHINE INSTALLATION (Continued....)
6. Install the mounting screws and lightly tighten.
7. Adjust the indexer so both xed vise jaws are in the
same plane. Tighten the mounting hardware when
adjustment is correct.
8. The drip lip is installed loosely under the support
rails of the index vise with M6 screws. Do not
tighten yet.
Drip Lip Installtion.
9. Caulk where the drip lip comes in contact with the
support rails. Caulk the edge as well.
10. Tighten the screws. Then check for leaks by running
some uid down the drip pan on the indexer.
Relocation Procedures
1. Should machine relocation become necessary at a
later date, it will be extremely important to protect
the frame against undue stress. Before moving,
reinstall the shipping bracket connecting the saw
head to the base.
2. To move the machine, follow the instructions in the
"LIFTING" section stated previously.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Electrical installation must be made by
authorized electrical maintenance personnel!
1. Bring the incoming line circuit leads to the
disconnect switch terminals in the main electrical
enclosure attached to the left side of the machine
base. Refer to the furnished electrical schematic,
if necessary.
2. Turn the electrical supply and machine disconnect
switch to "ON".
See the "OPERATION" section under the
"Operator Workstation" heading of this
manual on how to operate the workstation
controls such as starting the hydraulics,
etc..
3. Start the hydraulics. Then raise the saw head. If
the hydraulic motor rotates correctly, the saw head
will now raise from the full down position.
4. If the saw head does not raise, it means that the
hydraulic motor’s rotation is reversed (this can
be veried by observing motor rotation). Motor
rotation must be according to the arrow on the
pump body. Hydraulic system operation cannot
be maintained if the saw head is not raised.
5. If hydraulic pump motor rotation is reversed: (a) Turn
the disconnect switch to "OFF" and remove power
at the source of electrical supply; (b) Interchange
two (2) of the L1, L2, or L3 leads to the disconnect
switch; (c) Restore power and perform Step 3
again.
PLANT AIR INSTALLATION (If Required)
1. Plant air is required to operate the optional mist
lubricator system.
2. Plant air is connected at the air lter on the lower
base in the front of the machine. Air pressure should
be in the range of 80 to 90 psi (5.5 to 6.2 bar or 5.6
to 6.3 kg/cm²).
 DO NOT exceed 90 psi (6.2 bar or 6.3 kg/
cm²).
PREPARATION FOR USE
1. Fill the coolant reservoir with uid recommended
from the Lubrication Chart. Reservoir capacity is
approximately 25 gallons (94.6 liters).
2. Make sure all electrical connections to the machine
are tight and secure.
3. All covers and guards must be in place and all doors
must be closed.
DO NOT defeat the purpose of any guard
or safety devise. They are there for YOUR
PROTECTION!
4. The operator must understand the safety rules,
operation of the machine and has read the instruction
manual BEFORE operating the machine.

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OPERATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
USING THE SAW BAND SELECTOR
1. Refer to the Saw Band Selector label located on top
of the control console for information about blade
choice and pitch, and suggested band speed for
stock type and thickness.
Saw Band Selector.
2. For example, to cut low carbon steel which is two
(2) inches (50.8 mm) thick, you would choose a saw
band with 5-8 pitch, and set the band speed for 275
fpm (84 m/min).
CUTTING CAPACITY
1. Your machine is designed to cut rectangular stock
up to 21.00 inches (533.4 mm) high and 31.50
inches (800.1 mm) wide. It will also cut round stock
up to 21.00 inches (533.4 mm) in diameter.
2. With the saw head adjusted for 45° cutting, the
machine will saw rectangular stock up to 21.00
inches (533.4 mm) high and 16.00 inches (406.4
mm) wide and round stock up to 16.00 inches (406.4
mm) in diameter.
3. With the saw head adjusted for 60° cutting, the
machine will saw rectangular stock up to 21.00
inches (533.4 mm) high and 14.00 inches (355.6
mm) wide and round stock up to 14.00 inches (355.6
mm) in diameter.
4. The index length range is .25 to 60 inches (6.4 to
1524.0 mm) or up to 9999 inches (833.3 feet or
254.0 meters) with multiple indexing capability;
minimum indexable stock length is 26.00 inches
(660.4 mm) in automatic.
5. Vise bed capacity is approximately 3000 pounds
(1360.8 kg) evenly distributed with NO impact.
Warning Label - READ and UNDERSTAND.

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MACHINE CONTROLS
1. Most controls for the machine are located on a
control console mounted on the front left side
of the machine. Controls include an Operator
Workstation, Emergency Stop pushbutton and
Hydraulic controls.
Machine Controls.
2. Emergency Stop. Pushing this red mushroom head
button stops all machine motors simultaneously.
This button must be released or reset before the
machine can be restarted.
• To reset, turn the button head clockwise until the
head pops up.
Hydraulic Controls
Hydraulic Controls.
1. Feed Rate. This valve regulates the saw head’s
descending rate. Turn the knob counterclockwise
to “increase” the velocity; clockwise to “decrease”
it.
2. Feed Force. This valve regulates the amount of
pressure being placed by the saw band against the
workpiece. Turn the knob counterclockwise to
“increase” the pressure; clockwise to “decrease”
it. The valve’s lower locking knob helps maintain
the setting.
Other Controls
1. A power Disconnect Safety Switch is located on
the front of the electrical box enclosure.
 Donottrytoopenthecontrolboxunlessthis
switch is turned off. Always disconnect power
to the machine before opening the electrical
controlbox.
2. Band Tension. This selector switch, located above
the drive bandwheel door, has "OFF", "HOLD"
and "ON" settings and used when changing saw
bands.
• Turning the selector to “OFF” releases band tension
and enables saw band removal or installation.
• The “HOLD” setting stops band tension cylinder
movement and allows the operator to position the
saw band over the bandwheels.
• The “ON” setting pressures the cylinder and
establishes band tension required for cutting.
• The Band Tension selector must be at "ON" before
the band drive motor will start or the saw head will
descend.
3. Work Height Setting Mechanism. This mechanism
allows the head to rise only high enough to clear
the work being cut. See "Work Height Adjustment"
later in this section.
OPERATOR WORKSTATION
1. There are three (3) main screens that operate the
machine: VIEW, SETUP and JOBS. Each are
described later in this section.
2. In the upper left corner on most screens is the
Display window. This window shows messages,
prompts and error messages.
3. There is a set of keys in the upper right corner of
the screen. These keys access the other screens
for more machine controls, parameters and
information.
4. Certain keys will allow the operator to enter data
when pressed. A Keypad will appear when one
of these keys are activated and data then can be
entered.

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If you make an error in entering data, just press
the Backspace or Clear key, correct or reenter
you value and then press the "OK" key.
8. Enter. Pressing this key will enter the data into
memory and then will return to the previous
screen.
View Screen
1. When power is rst turned on, the VIEW Screen
appears.
2. This screen shows a collection of keys to operate
the machine manually and to enter certain data.
For the saw head and vise functions to operate,
the hydraulics MUST be on and the operation
in the MANUAL MODE.
View Screen.
3. Saw Head Up. This key raises the saw head up
until the "SAW HEAD HOLD" key is pressed.
• When in "AUTO MODE", pressing the "SAW HEAD
UP" key will raises the saw head, stop the saw band
and will switch the saw to "MANUAL MODE".
4. Saw Head Hold. This key stops all saw head
movement.
5. Saw Head Down. Press and hold this key to lower
the saw head. Release the key to stop saw head
movement.
6. IndexViseClamp. Press this key will close the
index vise.
7. IndexViseOpen. Press and hold this key will open
the index vise. Release the key to stop vise jaw
movement.
Power Up Procedure
1. When power is turned on, the saw head and the
index vise must be "HOMED". To home the saw head
and index vise: (a) Press the "HEAD ANGLE" key
on the View Screen; (b) Press and hold the "JOG
-" key until the message on the Display clears;
(c) Press the "EXIT" key when nished; (d) Press
and hold the "INDEXER FORWARD" key until the
message on the Display clears.
2. This procedure MUST be done each time the power
is turned on.
Keypad
1. When the operator presses a key where data may
be entered, a keypad will be displayed.
Keypad.
2. Features of the keypad include:
3 Display Window. Located at the top of the window,
the display shows the values entered.
4. Data Limits. Below the display window will show a
"LOW" and a "HIGH" value. These values are the
low and high limits of the data that can be entered
for that function.
5. 0 - 9, Decimal Point, + / -. These keys are used to
enter values for that function. Enter them in order
including the decimal point.
6. CLR (Clear). This will clear the entry in the
display.
7. DEL (Delete). Pressing this key will delete the last
keystroke entered.
OPERATOR WORKSTATION (Continued....)

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19. When in "AUTO MODE" , pressing the "BAND/CYLE
START" key changes to "BAND/CYCLE PAUSE".
The cycle will stop when the index vise reaches the
set point position and clamps. Then the front vise
opens to accept the next cut regardless of where
the cycle sequence is at.
• For example, if the operator pressed the key during
cutting portion of the cycle, the machine will continue
through the cycle sequence until the index vise
reaches the set point position, the front vise opens
and then the cycle will stop and the band drive motor
will stop.
• This function is usually done, for example, if the
operator needs to be away from the machine for a
time or the operator desires to check the previous
cut part.
• Pressing "BAND/CYCLE RESUME" and the cycle
will continue at the "paused" point.
For the band drive motor to start, the following
MUST be: (a) The hydraulics are on; (b) The
Band Tension control must at the "ON" setting;
(c) Both vises are clamped for auto cycle, or
front vise clamped for manual.
20. Band/Cycle Stop. This key will stop the band drive
motor.
21. HeadAngle. Press this key and a screen will appear
showing various head movement options.
Head Angle Screen
Head Angle Screen.
1. Actual Head Angle. This display only shows the
current head angle of the saw head.
8. Hydraulic Start. Pressing this key starts the
hydraulic pump motor.
9. Hydraulic Stop. This key stops the hydraulic pump
motor.
10. Indexer Rapid/Creep Speed. This key toggles
between "INDEXER RAPID" or "INDEXER CREEP"
SPEED and is used to increase or decrease the index
rate of travel of the indexer when the "INDEXER
REVERSE" or "INDEXER FORWARD" keys are
activated.
11. IndexerReverse. Press and hold this key will move
the index vise away from the saw band. Release
the key to stop vise movement. At least one vise
must be open for this control to operate.
12. IndexerForward. Press and hold this key will move
the index vise towards the saw band. Release the
key to stop vise movement. At least one vise must
be open for this control to operate.
13. Band Speed. Press this key and the keypad will
appear. Enter the desired band speed and then
press "OK". The band speed can be changed at
any time.
• The "ARROW" keys below the "BAND SPEED" key
can be used to adjust the band speed in increments
of 5 fpm or 1 meter/min. depending on the "UNITS"
selection.
14. Manual/Auto Mode. This key shows the current
operating mode of the saw. Press the key will switch
between "AUTO" and "MANUAL" mode.
15. Front Vise Clamp. Press this key will close the
front vise.
16. Front Vise Open. Press and hold this key will open
the front vise. Release the key to stop vise jaw
movement. In "MANUAL MODE", the saw head
must be up to open the vise.
17. Cut Length, Qty, Done. When "JOB MODE RUN
LIST" is selected on the SETUP Screen, these
three (3) controls are for display only showing the
current job being run. The operator must go to the
JOBS Screen to change these values.
• When "JOB MODE SINGLE JOB" is selected, these
three (3) controls are active and can be changed if
desired.
18. Band/Cycle Start. This key will start the band drive
motor.
OPERATOR WORKSTATION (Continued....)

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2. Enter Head Angle. Press this key and the keypad
will appear. Enter the desired saw head angle and
then press "OK".
3. Rotate Head To Entered Angle. Press this key to
rotate the saw head to the angle entered above.
4. Jog +. Press and hold this key to move the saw
head in a clockwise direction. Use the "ACTUAL
HEADANGLE" display to help set the angle desired.
Release the key to stop saw head movement.
5. Jog - . Press and hold this key to move the saw
head in a counterclockwise direction. Use the
"ACTUAL HEAD ANGLE" display to help set the
angle desired. Release the key to stop saw head
movement.
6. Exit. Press this key to return to the previous
screen.
Setup Screen
1. This screen shows more machine controls as well as
certain setup parameters for machine operation.
Setup Screen.
2. Kerf Width. Press this key and the keypad will
appear. Enter the kerf width of the saw band being
used and then press "OK".
3. Nesting Mode On/Off. When the optional Nesting
Fixture is supplied and "NESTING MODE "ON",
there is vise open time delays and "out of stock"
lengths change.
• See the "ACCESSORIES" section under the
"Nesting Fixture" heading of this manual for
information on use of this option.
4. Cycle Mode Home Front/Rear. This key toggles
between "HOME REAR" and "HOME FRONT" and
is used to select the position the index vise during
"AUTO MODE" cycle.
• "HOME REAR" is the shortest cycle time and is
preferred for most operations when not using the
Nesting Fixture and/or Variable Vise Pressure
options. The operator can "ENABLE/DISABLE"
the "VISE OVERLAP" feature by way of the HELP
screen under the "INDEX LENGTH PROBLEMS"
section.
• "HOME FRONT" is preferred for most operations
when using the Nesting Fixture and/or Variable Vise
Pressure options. It allows the use of both vises to
provide extra clamping (one vise is always clamped)
This is the default setting when the "NESTING
MODE" is "ON".
5. Job Mode Single Job/Run List. The operator
selects the type of job to run, a "SINGLE JOB"
in which the operator goes to the VIEW Screen
and enters the data for "CUT LENGTH" and
"QUANTITY".
• "RUN LIST" allows multiple jobs to be programmed
into a library. The operator must press the "JOBS"
key to access the library.
• See JOBS Screen heading later in this section of
the manual on how to create a library of jobs.
6. Units. This key allows the operator to select between
inches or millimeters (mm) for measurement data.
When switching from one to another, the data is
converted to the new measurement mode.
7. Laser (Optional). Press the key to turn the optional
laser "OFF" and "ON". The key will highlight when
it's on.
• See the "ACCESSORIES" section under the "Laser
Line Option" heading of this manual for information
on use of this option.
8. Coolant Off. This key turns off both the Flood
Coolant system and the optional Mist Lubricator
system.
9. Coolant On With Band. Press this key for the Flood
Coolant to ow through the entire system while the
saw band is running. This is the recommended
setting.
10. Coolant On. This key operates the coolant without
the band drive motor being on and is used mainly
for the use of the ushing hose.
OPERATOR WORKSTATION (Continued....)

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11. Mist Coolant On W/Band (Optional). Pressing this
key activates the optional Mist Lubricator solenoid
when the saw band is running.
12. Band Change. Press this key when changing saw
bands. A screen will appear to allow the operator
to open the bandwheel doors and move the saw
head up and down as needed.
• See the "Band Change Procedures" heading later
in this section of the manual for procedures on doing
this safely.
13. Guide Arm Out. Press and hold this key to move
the right saw guide arm out away from the material.
Release the key to stop guide arm movement.
14. Guide Arm In. Press and hold this key to move
the right saw guide arm in towards the material.
Release the key to stop guide arm movement.
15. Band VFD Fault Reset. When there is a fault in
the VFD module, pressing this key will reset the
module and operation will be allowed to continue.
16. Band Hours. This displays an accumulative
total of hours that the band drive motor has been
running.
17. IndexViseClampedDelay. Press this key and the
keypad will appear. Enter a time in seconds allotted
for the index vise jaws to clamp before indexer
movement is allowed and then press "OK".
18. Front Vise Clamped Delay. Press this key and
the keypad will appear. Enter a time in seconds
allotted for the front vise jaws to clamp before indexer
movement is allowed and then press "OK".
19. Total Hours. This displays an accumulative total
of hours that the hydraulics have been running.
Jobs Screen
1. The Jobs Screen shows a collection of keys to enter
data for running a series of cuts automatically. The
top row shows a group of keys help accomplish this
task.
• On the SETUP Screen, the "JOB MODE RUN LIST"
must active for this screen to be accessed.
Jobs Screen.
2. Clear All Jobs. Pressing this key completely clears
all data on the screen.
3. Reset All Dones. When pressed, all entries in the
dones column are changed to 0 (zero).
4. To enter data in the run list: (a) Press the "#1
LENGTH" key and the keypad will appear; (b) Enter
the desired cut length and then press "OK";(c) Press
the "#1 QTY" key and the keypad will appear; (d)
Enter the desired number of cuts and then press
"OK".
5. Press the "#2 LENGTH" and proceed as before until
the run list is completed.
Check and make any corrections/additions/
deletionstotherunlistbeforeexitingtheJOBS
Screen.Onceexited,thejobsprogrammed
in the list can not be changed while running
in "AUTO MODE".
6. To skip a job or jobs in the list, set the quantities to
0 (zero) on the jobs to be skipped.
7. Operator notes about entering jobs into the list: (a)
The minimum automatic index length is .250 inch
(6.0 mm); (b) The maximum index length that can
be entered is 9999.99 inches or millimeters; (c) The
maximum quantity that can be entered is 999.
Help Screen
1. This screen shows the operator a series of keys to
help solve common problems that may occur during
operation.
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2. Press the key that matches the problem and then
follow the prompts listed.
Help Screen.
3. A key of note is in the "INDEX LENGTH PROBLEMS"
key. The operator can "DISABLE/ENABLE" the
"VISE OVERLAP" function when checking index
problems.
4. The"PLC INPUTS" and "PLC OUTPUTS" screens
show different PLC input and output modules and
their status. These modules are for diagnostics
and service only and needs NO interaction from
the operator.
5. Exit. Press this key to return to the previous
screen.
SAW BAND PREPARATION
Recommended Saw Band
1. The machine is shipped with a saw band installed.
The saw band recommended for use with this
machine is 271 inches (6883.4 mm) long, 1-1/2
inch (38.1 mm), and has a .050 (1.27 mm) gage
thickness.
Blade Guards
1. The following blade guards are positioned to provide
operator safety while the machine is running: (a) A
hinged top guard located between the bandwheel
doors. It opens and closes when the bandwheel
doors open and close; (b) A set of guards mounted
between the lower left saw guide arm and the left
bandwheel door ( one guard swivels up and has a
latch to keep it in place); (c) A guard between the
lower right saw guide arm and the right bandwheel
door. Blade guards (b) and (c) may be removed to
help facilitate saw band changing procedures.
DO NOT defeat the purpose of any guard or
safety devise. THEY ARE THERE FOR YOUR
PROTECTION!
Saw Guide Insert Adjustment
1. Adjustment screws for the saw guide inserts are
located on the lower portion of each saw guide
arm.
Saw Guide Detail.
2. Follow these adjustment procedures: (a) Turn the
adjustment screw clockwise until the xed and the
movable inserts are tight against the saw band (do
not tighten further); (b) Turn the adjustment screw
back counterclockwise a 1/4 turn.
Band Tension
1. Band tension is factory set and will not need
adjusting for some time. Tension is applied by a
selector switch which is located above the drive
bandwheel door.
2. A new saw band will stretch as it is being used. For
this reason, it is advisable that the operator checks
the band tension frequently.
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Using the Tensigage.
3. A DoALL Tensigage can also be used to check the
band tension. A reading of 30,000 psi (2069 bar or
2115 kg/cm²) indicates correct band tension.
Band Change Procedures - Removal
 Alwaysuseextremecarewhenhandlingsaw
bands. Wear gloves.
A small step ladder or stool may be necessary
when reaching the idler bandwheel door and
bandwheel. DO NOT STAND on the hydraulic
manifold or valves.
1. Press the Band/Cycle Stop key. Then: (a) Swivel
the saw head away from the front vise enough
to open the bandwheel doors; (b) Move the left
saw guide arm as close to the right saw guide as
possible; (c) Unlatch both bandwheel doors and
disengage the door interlocks; (d) Move the index
vise back away from the xed front vise for ease of
access to the saw head.
3. Press the "BAND CHANGE" key and a screen
appears.
Band Change Screen.
4. The operator can now raise and lower the saw head
with the bandwheel doors open. The "SAW HEAD"
keys operate the same as described earlier.
5. Raise the saw head to a position where the left
bandwheel door when opened clears the front vise
clamp cylinder.
6. Open the bandwheel doors (the hinged upper band
guard also opens when the doors open). Then:
(a) Loosen the locking handle of the band brush
and move down; (b) Loosen the thumb screw of
the right blade guard and rotate up and out of the
way; (c) Rotate the left blade guard up and snap it
in the latch to hold it in place; (d) Loosen the saw
guide inserts by turning both adjustment screws
counterclockwise (do not allow the inserts to
fall out).
7. Turn the Band Tension selector switch to "OFF".
8. Place your gloved hand on the non-cutting edge of
the saw band between the saw guide arms. Then:
(a) Push the saw band downward to free it from the
saw guide inserts; (b) Grasp the saw band near the
idler bandwheel and remove it, then remove the saw
band from around the drive bandwheel; (c) Move
the saw band out and away from both saw guide
arms.
If possible, recoil the saw band into its original
holder before storing or scrapping the band.
Saw Band Installation
 Alwaysuseextremecarewhenhandlingsaw
bands. Wear gloves.
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