HARVEY HW615 User manual

CONTENTS
1Safety
............................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 General Machine Safety.........................................................................................................................1
1.2 Band Saw Safety..................................................................................................................................... 1
2 Feature Identification...................................................................................................................................2
3 Specifications................................................................................................................................................ 3
4 Unpacking and Setup.................................................................................................................................. 4
4.1 Unpacking................................................................................................................................................ 4
4.2 Checking Contents..................................................................................................................................4
4.3 Power Supply...........................................................................................................................................5
4.4 Grounding.................................................................................................................................................5
4.5 Extension Cords...................................................................................................................................... 5
4.6 Dust Collection........................................................................................................................................ 5
5 Assembly........................................................................................................................................................ 6
5.1 Stand Pad.................................................................................................................................................6
5.2 Work Table............................................................................................................................................... 6
5.3 Spring Assembly......................................................................................................................................7
5.4 Rip Fence................................................................................................................................................. 7
5.5 Tool Storage Hook...................................................................................................................................7
5.6 Blade......................................................................................................................................................... 8
6 Adjustment..................................................................................................................................................... 9
6.1 Blade......................................................................................................................................................... 9
6.2 Blade Guide........................................................................................................................................... 11
6.3 Work Table............................................................................................................................................. 14
6.4 Fence...................................................................................................................................................... 16
6.5 Belt Tension and Replacement........................................................................................................... 18
7 Operation...................................................................................................................................................... 19
7.1 Switch..................................................................................................................................................... 19
7.2 Brake Pedal........................................................................................................................................... 19
7.3 Door Switch............................................................................................................................................19
8 Application................................................................................................................................................... 20
8.1 Ripping....................................................................................................................................................20
8.2 Crosscutting........................................................................................................................................... 20
8.3 Resawing................................................................................................................................................20
8.4 Curve Cutting.........................................................................................................................................21
8.5 Blade Lead............................................................................................................................................. 21
9 Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................22
9.1 Lubrication..............................................................................................................................................22
9.2 Cleaning................................................................................................................................................. 22
9.3 Replacement..........................................................................................................................................22
9.4 Wheel Brush.......................................................................................................................................... 22
10 Trouble Shooting......................................................................................................................................23
11 Inspection Standards.............................................................................................................................. 25
12 Exploded View and Parts List............................................................................................................... 27

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1Safety
1.1 General Machine Safety
1. For your own safety, read the user manual before operating the band saw.
2. This machine must be properly grounded to help prevent electrical shock and possible
fatal injury.
3. Form a habit of checking to see that the keys and the adjusting wrenches are removed
from the machine before turning it on.
4. Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
5. Do not use in a dangerous environment. Do not expose the machine to rain or use in wet
or damp locations. Keep the work area well lighted.
6. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area.
7. Children shall be prohibited from entering the working area.
8. Use appropriate feed speed.
9. Use the right tools.
10. Before operating the band saw, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll
sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair.
11. Always wear protective glasses.
12. Don't get too close to the workspace.
13. Maintain machine and tools with care. Keep the blades sharp and clean for the best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and cleaning.
14. Disconnect the machine from the power supply before maintenance.
15. Avoid accidental activation. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before
connecting the machine to the power supply.
16. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
17. Never stand on the machine.
18. Regularly check those parts that are easily worn.
19. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the
band saw until the blade comes to a complete stop.
1.2 Band Saw Safety
1. Before removing the insert, always ensure the blade is not moving.
2. Always make sure that hands and fingers are away from the blade.
3. Never cut the round stock without an appropriate supporting tool.
4. Hold stock firmly and feed in a stable speed.
5. If the blade is still in the wood after cutting, you should turn off the power immediately.
6. Adjust the upper blade guide to approximately1/8”above the work piece.
7. Check the size and model of the blade to meet the cutting needs of your project.
8. Make sure the blade tension and the tracking and blade guides are all properly adjusted.
9. Keep the tension a little loose when cutting long curved stock.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or
possibly even death.

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2 Feature Identification
Fig. 1
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Wheel 16 Rail
2Doo
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Switch 17 Switch Panel
3Tire 18U
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4 Window 19 Blade Tension
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ustment Hand Wheel
5 Frame 20 Blade Tension Indicato
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6GuidePost
A
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ustment Hand Wheel 21 Trackin
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Knob
7 Guide Post 22 Blade Tension Level
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Blade Guide 23 Belt Tension Blot
9 Table Insert 24 Moto
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10 Brake Pedal 25 Lower Dust Port
11 Lowe
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Wheel 26 Table Tilt Hand Wheel
12 Moto
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Pulle
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27 U
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13 Brush 28 Work Table
14 Ri
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Fence 29 Guide Post Lockin
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Handle
15 Lowe
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30 Doo
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Lockin
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Knob

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3 Specifications
Model HW615
Power 3HP/220V/Single Phase/60Hz
Wheel Dia. (in) 15
Blade Length (in) 132 (131-133)
Blade Width (in) 1/8 - 1
Linear Speed
m/s 19.0
m/min（MPM）1140
ft/min（FPM）3740
Max. Cutting Height (in) 14
Throat Capacity (in) 14
Fence Plate Height (in) 1/2 / 6
Work Table Size (in) 20×20
Work Table Height (in) 34-1/4
Foot Size (in) 25-1/4×17-3/4
Total He i ght ( in) 72
Net Weight (lbs) 441
Gross Weight (lbs) 485
Packing Size (in) 30x26x77

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4 Unpacking and Setup
The machine is shipped completely in one carton.
4.1 Unpacking
Remove all of the contents from the shipping carton. Do not discard any shipping material
until the band saw is fully assembled and running satisfactorily.
4.2 Checking Contents
Inspect the contents for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your
distributor and shipping agent. Compare the contents of the shipping carton with the
contents list in this manual. Report shortages, if any, to your distributor.
Contents
Fig. 2
No. Name Qt
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No. Name Qt
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Band Saw 1 H Ca
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Screw 5x12mm 2
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Manual 1 I Hex Wrench 6mm 1
CToolStora
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e Hook 1 J Hex Wrench 5mm 1
D Dust Hood Cove
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1 K Hex Wrench 4mm 1
E Stand Pad 4 L Hex Wrench 3mm 1
FFlatWashe
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5mm 2 M Hex Wrench 2.5mm 1
GS
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Washe
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5mm 2 N Hex Wrench 2mm 1

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4.3 Power Supply
Electrical connections must be made by a qualified electrician in compliance with all
relevant codes. This machine must be properly grounded to help prevent electrical
shock and possible fatal injury.
The band saw is factory wired for 230 volts and it
s
operating amp rating is 10 A. It is recommended tha
t
the band saw be connected to a grounded an
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dedicated20ampcircuitwitha20ampcircui
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breaker or time delay fuse. Local codes tak
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precedence over recommendations.
4.4 Grounding
This tool is equipped with an electric cord having a
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equipment-grounding conductor and a groundin
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plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outle
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that is properly installed and grounded in accordanc
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with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify th
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plug provided. If the plug will not fit the outlet, hav
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the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
4.5 Extension Cords
Use Table 1 as a general guide in choosing the correct size cord. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
Recommended Gauges (AWG) of Extension Cords
Table 1
Ampere rating Volts Total len
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th o
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cord in feet
120 25 50 100 150
240 50 100 200 300
More than Not more than Minimum
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0 6 18 16 16 14
610 18161412
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 NR NR
NR: Not Recommended.
4.6 Dust Collection
The use of a dust collection system is strongly recommended for this band saw. It will help
keep the shop clean, as well as reduce potential health hazards caused by inhalation of
wood dust. The collector should have a capacity sufficient for this size machine – 400 CFM
is recommended.

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5 Assembly
The band saw is partially assembled. The following assembly must be completed before
operation.
5.1 Stand Pad (Figure 3.)
To be safe, we have mounted the band saw to the pallet for shipment. You must remove the
pallet mounting bolts, screw in the stand pads (A) from the bottom of the band saw and
tighten the nut (B) from the top.
Fig. 3
Position the band saw in a level spot in your shop using the four stand pads to achieve a
solid setting.
5.2 Work Table (Figure 4.)
1. Release the locking handles (A).
2. Put the work table assembly into the trunnion grooves (B).
3. Rotate the screws (F) into the matching slot of the worm gear (D) (Don’t rotate too much,
otherwise the tilting of the work table may be affected), then tighten the screws (F).
4. Make sure the worm gear(D) is engaged with the trunnion gear (C).
5. Pre-tighten the locking handle (A).
6. Rotate the table tilting hand wheel (E) to check if the table tilts.
7. Tighten the locking handles (A).
Fig. 4

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5.3 Spring Assembly (Figure 5.)
1. Rotate the hand wheel (A) to tilt the table to 45°.
2. Attached the spring (B) to the mounting bracket on the bottom of the work table (C) and
the back of the frame (D).
3. Insert the shafts (E) through the holes on the brackets on each end of the spring (B).
4. Insert the split pin (F) through the holes on the shafts and bend the split pins to prevent
them from dropping.
Fig. 5
5.4 Rip Fence (Figure 6.)
1. Rail (A) are pre-installed and adjusted on the work table.
2. Mount the rip fence (B) on the rail.
3. Make sure the fence can move freely along the rail.
4. Tighten the locking handle.
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
5.5 Tool Storage Hook (Figure 7.)
1. Install the tool storage hook (A) to the frame by screws (B), spring washers(C) and the
flat washer (D).
2. Insert the hex wrenches in the hook.