Lumberjack BS254 Installation manual

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SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL
254MM BAND SAW
BS254
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS 26/04/19
BS254

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome to Lumberjack!
Dear customer, Congratulations on your purchase. Before using the
Product for the first time please be sure to read these instructions for use.
They provide you with all information necessary for using the product safely and to
ensure its long service life.
Closely observe all safety information in these instructions!
General Power Tool Safety Warnings………………………………….…......01
Symbols & Cable Rating Chart ……….…………………………………….………05
Machine Details and Product features……….…………………………….….06
Assembly……………………………………………………………………………………..07
Operation…………………………………………………………………………………….11
Maintenance and Service…………………………………………………………….11
Lumberjack Guarantee…………………………………………………………………13
Declaration of conformity……………………………………………………………15
Parts list……………………………………………………………………………………...16
Parts Diagram………………………………………………………………………………20
BS254

BS254 01
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
all instructions
. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference
. The term "power tool" in
the warnings refers to your electric power tool.
1. Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with grounded power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators
.There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk
of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off position before connecting to
power source and/or battery pack, picking up or
carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch or energising power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.

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e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4. Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
5. Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
b) If the replacement of the supply cord is
necessary, this has to be done by the
manufacturer or its agent in order to avoid a
safety hazard.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
6. Additional Safety and working
Instructions
6.1. Dust from materials such as lead-containing
coatings, some wood types, minerals and
metals can be harmful to one’s health and
cause allergic reactions, leading to respiratory
infections and/or cancer. Materials containing
asbestos may only be worked by specialists.
Observe the relevant regulations in your country
for the materials to be worked.
6.2. Prevent dust accumulation at the
workplace. Dust can easily ignite.
7 Additional Safety Warning for Band
Saws
7.1 Never stand on the power tool. Serious
injuries can occur when the power tool tips
over or when inadvertently coming into
contact with the saw blade.
7.2 Never remove cutting remainders, wood
chips, etc. from the sawing area while the
machine is running.
7.3 Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery
causing loss of control.
7.4 Operate the power tool only when the work
area to the work piece is clear of any adjusting
tools, wood chips, etc. Small pieces of wood or
other objects that come in contact with the
rotating saw blade can strike the operator with
high speed.
7.5 Keep the floor free of wood chips and
material remainders. You could slip or trip.
7.6 Use the machine only for cutting the
materials listed under Intended Use.
Otherwise, the machine can be subject to
overload.
7.7 Do not touch the saw blade after working
before it has cooled. The saw blade becomes
very hot while working.
7.8 Check the cable regularly and have a
damaged cable repaired only through an
authorised customer service agent. Replace
damaged extension cables. This will ensure that
the safety of the power tool is maintained.
7.9 Store the machine in a safe manner when
not being used. The storage location must be
dry and lockable. This prevents the machine
from storage damage and from being operated
by untrained persons.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
7.10 Never leave the machine before it has
come to a complete stop. Cutting tools that
are still running can cause injuries.
7.11 Never use the machine with a damaged
cable. Do not touch the damaged cable and
pull the mains plug when the cable is
damaged while working. Damaged cables
increase the risk of an electric shock.

SYMBOLS AND POWER RATING CHART
Wear protective gloves while working.
This machine is heavy and requires at least two persons to lift it.
Refer to instruction manual
Wear safety goggles.
Wear ear protection. The impact
of noise can cause damage to
hearing.
Caution! Risk of Injury! Do
not reach into the running
saw blade
.
Wear a dust mask.
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Do not dispose of in unsorted
waste.
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MACHINE DETAILS AND PRODUCT FEATURES
Machine Details
Specifications:
Mains Voltage - 230V / 50Hz
Power Consumption - 375W Blade
Spec –1826mm X 3-12.5mm
Cutting Capacity - 150mm
Throat Width - 245mm Cutting Speed
- 400-800m/min
Noise level-
Lpa: 70,7dB (A)
Uncertainty: 3dB (A)
Lwa: 83,7dB (A)
Uncertainty: 3dB (A)
Gross Weight - 42kg
Nett Weight - 39kg
Package Contents:
Band Saw
Mitre Gauge
Stand
Push Stick
Rip Fence
Product Features
1. Band Saw
2. Guide Rail
3. Table with Insert
4. Rip Fence
5. Short Brace
6. Leg
7. Long Brace
8. Mitre Brace
9. Tool Kit
10. Knob
11. Hook with Hex Nut
12. Push Stick
Intended Use
The power tool is intended as a stationary machine for
making straight lengthways and crossways cuts in
wood. The capacity of the power tool is designed for
sawing hardwood and softwood. The power tool is not
suitable for cutting aluminium or other non-ferrous
metals or alloys.

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ASSEMBLY
Avoid unintentional starting of the
machine. During assembly and for all
work on the machine, the power plug
must not be connected to the mains
supply.
Carefully remove all parts included in the
delivery from their packaging.
Remove all packaging material from the
machine and the accessories provided.
Before starting the operation of the machine
for the first time, check if all parts listed in the
box content section have been supplied.
Note: Check the power tool for possible
damage. Before further use the machine,
check that all protective devices are fully
function. Any lightly damaged parts must be
carefully checked to ensure flawless operation
of the tool. All parts must be properly
mounted and all conditions fulfilled that
ensure faultless operation.
Damaged protective devices and parts must be
immediately replaced by an authorised service
centre.
Attaching the Legs
–Lie the band saw on its back with a piece of
timber propping up the base to allow access to
the bottom of the machine.
–First attach the legs to the base using the M6
hex headed bolts and the 6mm flat washers.
–Next fix the long and short horizontal braces
but do not fully tighten the bolts.
–Stand the band saw up on to its stand and
then tighten the nuts fully on the braces.
Assembling the Table
–Place the table onto the band saw and loosely
tighten the nuts.
–Align the table so that the blade sits in the
centre of the table throat and tighten the nuts
to secure the table in this position.

–Next attach the guide rail on to the table
using four wing bolts supplied.
–Install the hook and the tool kit as shown.
–Hang the push stick on the hook and slide on
the rip fence to the guide rail.
Adjusting the Table Tilt
–The table is tilted by loosening the locking
handle, setting the tilt as required then tighten
the locking handle back up.
Adjusting the Blade
–Open the top and lower covers.
–Loosen the tracking lock knob.
–Whilst rotating the upper wheel by hand, turn
the tracking knob until the blade tracks through
the centre of the table throat. Then close upper
and lower covers.
–Raise the upper blade guide.
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ASSEMBLY

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ASSEMBLY
–Adjust the blade tension by turning the saw
blade tension knob clockwise to increase the
tension and anti-clockwise to decrease it.
The blade tension is checked by pushing a
finger on the blade half way between the table
and upper guide, it should move no more than
2mm. If the blade is too tight it will break. If
the blade is too loose it will slip off the drive
wheel and become lodged in the machine
Adjusting the Upper Guide
The height of the upper guide should be set
before each cut to be approx. 3mm above the
height of the work piece.
–Loosen the locking knob and adjust the
height as required, and then re-tighten the
locking knob to hold the height in place.
–Loosen knob A and adjust the bearing holder
so that the guide bearing is positioned 1 –2mm
from the cutting edge of the blade. And then
tighten knob A.
–Loosen knob B and adjust the thrust bearing so
that it sits 0.5mm from the back of the blade,
and then tighten knob B.
–Loosen bolt C and adjust the guide bearings to
sit 0.5mm away from the blade on either side,
and then tighten bolt C.

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ASSEMBLY
Adjusting the Lower Blade guide
This needs to be done after every blade
change and every tracking adjustment.
–Loosen Bolt D and position the guide bearing
so that it sits 1 –2mm away from the cutting
edge of the blade, and then tighten bolt D.
–Loosen bolt E and adjust the thrust bearing
so that it sits 0.5mm from the back of the
blade, and then tighten bolt E.
–Loosen bolt F and adjust the guide bearing to
site 0.5mm away from the blade on either
side, and then tighten bolt F.
Dust Extraction
This machine has the option of attaching a dust
extractor or using the integrated dust collection
draw. The integrated dust draw will only collect
the debris which naturally filters down through
the machine and does not “suck” any dust away.
–Lift up dust port cover then insert firmly the
extractor hose into the port.
The dust draw collects any debris that falls down
through the machine and needs periodic
cleaning even when a separate dust extractor is
used.

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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Before any work on the machine itself,
remove the mains plug from outlet.
–Set the upper guide as describe previously
approx. 3mm above the height of your work
piece.
–Position the rip fence/mitre gauge as
needed/required. Please note the rip fence
can be positioned on either side of the blade.
–Turn on the LED light if required and start the
machine.
–Wait for the motor to reach full speed then
push through your work piece, using the
push stick to stop accidental touching of the
blade with your hand.
–Turn off machine and LED light.
Maintenance and Service
Be aware that the machine should always have
the on/off switch set to the off position and be
unplugged from any outlet before any
inspection, adjustments, maintenance or
cleaning is performed.
–Before each use inspect the general condition
of the machine. Check for loose screws,
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical
wiring or any other condition that may affect its
safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before
further use.
–Each day remove all sawdust and debris from
the band saw with a soft brush, cloth or vacuum.
Also lubricate all moving parts except the drive
belt with premium lightweight machine oil. Do
not use solvents or caustic agents to clean the
band saw.
Changing the Cutting Speed
–Open the lower cover.
–Slacken the drive belt by turning the knob
clockwise.
–Put the drive belt on the correct drive wheels
as required.
–Now tighten the drive belt knob.
–Now check the belt is tensioned correctly, do
this by pulling the belt half way between the
pulleys and it should approx. 10mm.

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
–If it needs adjusting loosen the motor
locking bolt and turn the motor anti-
clockwise to loosen the belt and clockwise
to tighten the belt.
–When the correct tension is achieved
tighten the motor locking bolt.
Changing the Blade
-Unplug power cord
–Remove the guide rail from the table.
–Open the upper and lower covers.
–Set the upper blade guide to its lowest
position.
–Loosen the saw blade tension knob until
the blade has slackened so that the blade
can be removed.
–Remove the blade and clean both top
and bottom pulleys before installing the
new blade.
–Tighten the saw blade tension knob, and
replace the guide rail and close the top and
bottom covers.
–Now align and tension the blade then
adjust the upper and lower blade guides as
described earlier in this manual.

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LUMBERJACK GUARANTEE
1. Guarantee
1.1 Lumberjack guarantees that for a
period of 12 months from the date of
purchase the components of
qualifying products (see clauses 1.2.1
to 1.2.8) will be free from defects
caused by faulty construction or
manufacture
1.2 During this period, Lumberjack, will
repair or replace free of charge any
parts which are proved to be faulty
in accordance with paragraph 1.1
providing that:
1.2.1 You follow the claims procedure
set out in clause 2.
1.2.2 Lumberjack and its Authorised
Dealers are given reasonable
opportunity after receiving notice
of the claim to examine the
product.
1.2.3 If asked to do so by lumberjack or
its Authorised Dealer, you return
the product at your own cost to
Lumberjack’s or the supplying
Authorised Dealer’s Premises -
For the examination to take place clearly
stating the Returns Material Authorisation
Number given.
1.2.4 The fault in question is not caused by
industrial use, accidental damage, fair wear
and tear, wilful damage, neglect, incorrect
electrical connection, misuse, alteration or
repair of the product without approval.
1.2.5 The product has been used in a
domestic environment only.
1.2.6 The fault does not relate to
consumable items such as blades, bearings,
drive belts or other wearing parts which
can reasonably be expected to wear at
different rates depending on usage.
1.2.7 The product has not been used for
hire purposes.
1.2.8 The product has been purchased by
you, as the guarantee is not transferable
from a private sale.

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LUMBERJACK GUARANTEE
2. Claims Procedure
2.1 In the first instance please contact the
Authorised Dealer who supplied the product to
you. In our experience many initial problems
with machines that are thought to be fault due
to faulty parts are actually solved by correct
setting up or adjustment of the machine. A good
Authorised Dealer should be able to resolve the
majority of these issues much more quickly than
processing a claim under the guarantee. If a
return is requested by the Authorised Dealer or
Lumberjack, you will be provided with a Returns
Material Authorisation Number which must be
clearly stated on the returned package, and any
accompanying correspondence. Failure to
provide a Returns Material Authorisation
Number may result in item being refused
delivery.
2.2 Any issues with the product resulting in a
potential claim under the guarantee must be
reported to the Authorised Dealer from which it
was purchased within 48 hours of receipt.
2.3 If the authorised Dealer who supplied the
product to you has been unable to satisfy your
query, any claims made under this guarantee
should be made directly to Lumberjack. The
claim itself should be made in a letter setting out
the date and place of purchase, giving a brief
explanation of the problem which has led to the
claim.
2.4 Please note that it is essential that the letter of
claim reaches Lumberjack on the last day of this
guarantee at the latest. Late claims will not be
considered.
3. Limitation of Liability.
3.1 We only supply products for domestic and
private use. You agree not to use the product for
any commercial, business or resale purposes and
we have no liability to you for any loss of profit,
loss of business, business interruption or loss of
business opportunity.
3.2 This guarantee does not confer any rights
other than these expressly set out above and does
not cover any claims for consequential loss or
damage. This guarantee is offered as an extra
benefit and does not affect your statutory rights
as a consumer.
4. Notice
This guarantee applies to all product purchased
from an Authorised Dealer of Lumberjack within
the United Kingdom. Terms of guarantee may vary
in other countries.

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