Jet ELITE EVTBS16V-230 Service manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Vertical Tilting Band Saw
Models EVTBS16V-230, EVTBS16V-460
JET®
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086
www.jettools.com
Ph.: 855-336-4032
Part No. M-891200
EDITION 2 05/2022
Copyright © 2022 JET
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1.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS................................................................................................................................2
2.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................................3
3.0 INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................................................6
4.0 SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................7
5.0 MACHINE DIMENSIONS .............................................................................................................................9
6.0 MACHINE TRANSPORT............................................................................................................................10
6.1 Shipping Contents................................................................................................................................10
7.0 SPOTTING and INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................ 11
7.1 Equipment Setting................................................................................................................................12
8.0 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS..................................................................................................................12
8.1 Three-Phase Test Run .........................................................................................................................12
9.0 CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................13
10.0 SET UP AND OPERATION PREPARATIONS............................................................................................13
10.1 Blade Installation..................................................................................................................................13
10.2 Blade Tracking Adjustment ..................................................................................................................14
10.3 Head Tilt Adjustment ............................................................................................................................14
10.4 Vise Plate Positioning ..........................................................................................................................14
10.5 Feeding Stroke.....................................................................................................................................15
10.6 Blade Speed Adjustment......................................................................................................................16
10.7 Feed Force Adjustment........................................................................................................................16
10.8 Upper Blade Guide Adjustment............................................................................................................16
10.9 Adjusting Cutter Head Weight..............................................................................................................17
10.10 Alignment Blade Squareness:..............................................................................................................17
10.11 Blade Guide Bearings Adjustment .......................................................................................................17
11.0 BAND SAW OPERATION...........................................................................................................................18
11.1 Blade Break-In Procedure....................................................................................................................18
11.2 Pre-Operation Checklist.......................................................................................................................18
11.3 Operation Procedure............................................................................................................................19
11.4 EvaluatingCuttingEfciency ...............................................................................................................19
12.0 MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................................................20
12.1 Inspection And Service Schedule ........................................................................................................20
12.2 Lubrication Schedule ...........................................................................................................................20
12.3 Accessing And Cleaning The Coolant System.....................................................................................21
12.4 Pneumatic Care ..................................................................................................................................21
13.0 TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................................................................22
13.1 Operating Problems .............................................................................................................................22
13.2 Mechanical and Electrical Problems ....................................................................................................23
13.2 Mechanical and Electrical Problems (cont.).........................................................................................24
14.0 SPEED AND PITCH CHART......................................................................................................................25
15.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS — EVTBS16V ....................................................................................................26
16.0 WIRING DIAGRAM — EVTBS16V.............................................................................................................46
17.0 HYDRAULICS / PNEUMATICS — EVTBS16V ..........................................................................................47
18.0 WARRANTY AND SERVICE ......................................................................................................................48
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Read and understand the entire instruction manual before operating machine.
This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not
familiar with the proper and safe operation of a band saw, do not use until proper training and knowledge has been
obtained.
WARNING – To reduce risk of injury:
1. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings
may cause serious injury.
2. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
3. Do not use this band saw for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, JET®, disclaims any real or implied
warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use.
4. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this band saw. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses; they are not safety glasses.
5. Before operating this band saw, remove your tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove
alllooseclothingandconnelonghair.Non-slipfootwearoranti-skidoorstripsarerecommended.Donotweargloves.
6. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
7. Donotoperatethismachinewhiletiredorundertheinuenceofdrugs,alcoholoranymedication.
8. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply.
9. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
10. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source.
11. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
the machine before turning it on.
12. Avoid contact with coolant, especially guarding your eyes.
13. Alwayskeephandsandngersawayfromthebladewhenthemachineisrunning.
14. Never hand hold the material. Always use the vise and clamp it securely.
15. Deburr sharp edges before handling or cutting.
16. Always provide adequate support for long and heavy material.
17. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance purposes, use extreme
caution and replace the guards immediately after maintenance is complete.
18. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. 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.
19. Do not use power tools in damp/wet locations or other dangerous environments. Do not expose them to rain. Keep work area
well lit. Provide for adequate space surrounding the work area and non-glare overhead lighting.
20. Keeptheooraroundthemachinecleanandfreeofscrapmaterial,oilandgrease.
21. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away. Workshop should be childproof; padlocks, master switches,
remove starter keys.
2.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including titanium dioxide which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and lead which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, welding and other
construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk of exposure 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dustmasksthatarespecicallydesigned
tolteroutmicroscopicparticles.Formoreinformationgotohttp://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/and http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov/wood.
22. Give your work your undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that
can result in serious injury.
23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts. Do not overreach
or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.
24. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
The right tool will do the job better and more safely.
25. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
26. Maintain tools with care. Keep the blade sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
27. Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides and thrust bearings.
28. Turn off the machine and disconnect from power before cleaning. Use a brush to remove chips or debris — do not use your
hands.
29. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.
30. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete
stop.
31. Be sure that the blade is not in contact with the workpiece when the motor is started. The motor shall be started and you should
allow the saw to come up to full speed before bringing the saw blade into contact with the workpiece.
32. Adjustupperguidetoclearworkpiece.Holdworkpiecermlyagainstthetable.
33. Direction of feed — feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
34. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualied electrician in accordance with all applicable codes and
standards.
35. Do not remove jammed pieces until blade has stopped.
36. Do not bypass or defeat safety interlock systems.
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2.1 Warning Labels
!
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may
result in minor injury and/or possible machine dam-
age.
!
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may
result in serious or even fatal injury.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
Replace warning labels if they become obscured or
removed.
- Keep hands and other body parts away from a running
blade.
- Do not open the blade cover while machine is running.
- Do not store combustible materials near or around
machine.
- Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while
using this machine.
- Keep machine guards in place at all times.
- Do not wear gloves.
-Removelooseclothingandconnelonghair.
- Keep the work area clean and free of miscellaneous
objects.
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3.0 INTRODUCTION
This manual is provided by JET®covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model EVTBS16V Tilt-
ing Band Saw. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, mainte-
nance instructions and parts breakdown. Your machine has been designed and constructed to provide consistent, long-term
operation if used in accordance with the instructions as set forth in this document.
If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our web site:
www.jettools.com/us/en/elite.
Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.
Mail in the provided registration card, or register online:
http://www.jettools.com/us/en/service-and-support/warranty/registration/
NOTE: Illustrations in this manual may not always show your exact model.
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Model Number EVTBS16V-230 EVTBS16V-460
Stock Number 891200 891210
Motor and Electricals
Main motor type Totally enclosed, fan-cooled, AC induction
Horsepower 2 HP (1.5kW)
Phase 3 phase
Voltage prewired 230V prewired 460V
Cycle 60 Hz
Listed FLA (full load amps) 6.5 A 3.25 A
Starting amps/inrush current 23 A 12.5 A
Running amps, no load 1.1 A 0.6 A
Motor speed 1720 RPM
On/off switch magnetic, pushbutton with E-stop
Power transfer Gear reducer
Gearbox ratio 1:30
Power cable (unattached) 14AWGx3C, 6 ft., no plug
Recommended circuit size 15 A
Sound emission 70 dB at 3 ft. from machine
Coolant pump 32W, 230V 1PH, 2P, 2800RPM, 0.25A
Capacities
Round
90 deg. 16 in. (406mm)
45 deg. (R) 13-1/4 in. (337mm)
45 deg. (L) 11-1/2 in. (292mm)
Square
(WxH)
90 deg. 16 x 16 in. (406 x 406mm)
45 deg. (R) 13-1/4 x 13-1/4 in.(337 x 337mm)
45 deg. (L) 11-1/2 x 11-1/2 in. (292 x 292mm)
Rectangle
(WxH)
90 deg. 20 x 16 in. (508 x 406mm)
45 deg. (R) 13-1/4 x 16 in.(337 x 406mm)
45 deg. (L) 11-1/2 x 16 in. (292 x 406mm)
Blade (WxTxL) 1-1/16 x 0.035 x 168-1/2” 4/6T Lenox
Blade wheel size (Dia. x W) 18.11”(460mm)
Blade speed (SFPM) variable within 76~430
Cuttinguid/coolanttank 60 L
Main materials
Stand Steel
Bow Steel
Blade wheels Cast iron
Bed Cast iron
Vise jaws Cast iron
4.0 SPECIFICATIONS
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EVTBS16V-230 EVTBS16V-460
General dimensions
Heightofbedfromoor 39-3/8”(1000mm)
Overall dimensions (LxWxH 94.5 x 49.2 x 90.55 in. (2400 x 1250 x 2300mm)
Shipping dimensions (LxWxH) 83.5 x 38.18 x 92.91 in. (2120L x 970W x 2360Hmm)
Weights
Net weight (approx.) 1408 lbs (640kg)
Shipping weight (approx.) 1584 lbs (720kg)
The specications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement,
JET®, reserves the right to change specications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
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5.0 MACHINE DIMENSIONS
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6.0 MACHINE TRANSPORT
6.1 Shipping Contents
Item Description
Cross driver 1 piece
Flat driver 1 piece
17/19 Open wrench 1 piece
12/14 Open wrench 1 piece
4/5/6/8 Hex wrench 1 piece
M12x45 Hex Cap Screw 4 pieces
M12 Nut 4 pieces
Note: DO NOT use alternate lift points.
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