MasterCraft 055-6748-6 User manual

9”Band Saw
Item No.:055-6748-6
Instruction Manual
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Specifications........................................................................
General safety guidelines.....................................................
Electrical information.............................................................
Know your band saw.............................................................
Assembly and adjustments...................................................
Operating instructions...........................................................
Maintenance.........................................................................
Troubleshooting....................................................................
Warranty................................................................................
Parts list................................................................................
Model:
Motor:
Speed:
Blade length:
Blade width:
Table size:
Net weight:
Cutting Capacity
Max. cutting depth:
Max. cutting width:
055-6748-6
120 V~60 Hz 2.5 A
2556 SFM (surface feet per minute)
62" (157.5 cm)
1/4" (6.35 mm)
11 3/4 x 11 3/4” (30 x 30 cm)
39 lb 10 oz (18 kg)
3 9/64" (8 cm)
9" (23 cm)

1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the tool’s applications,
limitations, and possible hazards.
2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. DO NOT use power tools in wet or damp areas, and DO
NOT expose them to rain. Keep work areas well-lit. Attach the dust extraction unit. If there are
connections for dust extraction and collection equipment, then make sure that the equipment is
correctly attached and used.
3. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
4. ALWAYS keep your work area clean, uncluttered, and well-lit. DO NOT work on floor surfaces
that are slippery with sawdust or wax.
5. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM the work area, especially when tool is
operating. NEVER allow children or pets near the tool.
6. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job that it was not designed to do.
7. DRESS FOR SAFETY. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewellery (rings,
watches, etc.) when operating tool. Inappropriate clothing and items can get caught in moving
parts and pull you in. ALWAYS wear non-slip footwear, and tie back long hair.
8. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing operations produce dust.
9. ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electric outlet when making adjustments,
changing parts, cleaning or working on the tool.
10. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER.
11. AVOID ACCIDENTAL START-UPS. Turn the power switch to the OFF position before plugging
in the power cord.
12. REMOVE ADJUSTMENT TOOLS. ALWAYS make sure all adjustment tools are removed from
the band saw before turning it on.
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WARNING! TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CASE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG
IN THE BAND SAW UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE FOLLOWING
RULES.
WARNING! DUST GENERATED FROM CERTAIN MATERIALS CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO
YOUR HEALTH. ALWAYS OPERATE THE BAND SAW IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA, AND
PROVIDE FOR PROPER DUST REMOVAL. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK WHEN
OPERATING.
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Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your band saw works.

WARNING! EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE NOISE LEVELS CAN RESULT IN PERMANENT
HEARING LOSS. ALWAYS WEAR EAR PROTECTION (SAFETY EAR MUFFS OR EAR
PLUGS) TO REDUCE NOISE LEVELS WHEN OPERATING THE BAND SAW.
13. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to the OFF
position. DO NOT leave tool until it has come to a complete stop.
14. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury could result if the tool tips or is accidentally
jarred. DO NOT store anything above or near the tool.
15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant,
rubber-soled footwear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scraps, and other debris.
16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
17. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, jamming, binding,
breakage, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the operation. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use.
18. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Use padlocks and master switches, and ALWAYS
remove starter keys.
19. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of any drugs, alcohol, or medication
that could affect your ability to use the tool properly.
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Additional safety guidelines for band saw
1. TO AVOID INJURY FROM UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT, make sure the saw is on a firm, level
surface, and that it is properly secured to prevent rocking. Make sure there is adequate space for
operations. Bolt the saw to a support surface to prevent slipping or sliding during operation.
2. TURN OFF AND UNPLUG the saw before moving it.
3. USE THE CORRECT SIZE AND STYLE OF BLADE.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH CSA
REQUIREMENTS.
FLYING DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage.
Prescription eyeglasses are not a replacement for proper eye protection.

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4. MAKE SURE THE BLADE TEETH POINT DOWN AND TOWARD THE TABLE.
5. BLADE GUIDE, SUPPORTS, BEARINGS AND BLADE TENSION must be properly adjusted in
order to avoid accidental blade contact, and to minimize blade breakage. To maximize blade
support, always adjust the upper blade guide and blade guard so that it barely clears the
workpiece.
6. TABLE LOCK HANDLE SHOULD BE TIGHT.
7. USE EXTRA CAUTION with very large, very small, or awkward workpieces.
8. USE EXTRA SUPPORTS to prevent workpieces from sliding off the tabletop. Never use
another person in place of a table extension, or to provide additional support for the workpiece.
9. WORKPIECES SHOULD BE SECURED so that they do not twist, rock, or slip while being cut.
10. PLAN INTRICATE OR SMALL WORK CAREFULLY in order to avoid pinching the blade.
Avoid awkward operations and hand positions in order to prevent accidental contact with the
blade.
11. SMALL PIECES SHOULD BE SECURED with clamps or fixtures. Do not hold small pieces
with your hand, because your fingers might go under the blade guard.
12. SUPPORT ROUND WORK PROPERLY (use a V block, or press it against the mitre gauge)
to prevent it from rolling and the blade from biting.
13. CUT ONLY ONE WORKPIECE AT A TIME. Make sure the table is clear of everything except
the workpiece and its guides before you turn the saw on.
14. ALWAYS WATCH THE SAW RUN BEFORE EACH USE. If there is excessive vibration or
unusual noise, stop immediately. Turn the saw off, and unplug it immediately. Do not start the saw
again until the problem has been located and corrected.
15. TO FREE JAMMED MATERIAL, turn the switch off. Remove the switch key, and unplug the
saw. Wait for all moving parts to stop before removing the jammed material.
16. DON’T LEAVE THE WORK AREA UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED. Shut off
the power to master switches. Remove the switch key from the band saw, and store it in a safe
place, away from children. Childproof the workshop!
KEEP THIS USER’S MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING! THIS BAND SAW IS INTENDED FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE
IT TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least
resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with
a power cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST
be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded, in accordance with ALL
local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit in the outlet, have the proper type of
outlet installed by a licensed electrician.
IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of an electric
shock. The conductor with the green insulation (with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the power cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT
connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal.
CHECK with a licensed electrician or service person if you do not completely understand the
grounding instructions, or if you are not sure whether the tool is properly grounded.
USE ONLY THREE-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS that
have 3-pronged plugs and only 3-holed outlets that
accept the tool’s plug, as shown in Fig. A. Repair or
replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
CAUTION: IN ALL CASES, VERIFY THAT THE OUTLET IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY
GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, HAVE A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE
OUTLET.
KEEP THIS USER’S MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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Fig. A 1
3
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1 - 3-prong plug 2 - Properly grounded outlet
3 - Grounding prong
1 - 3-prong plug
2 - Properly grounded outlet
3 - Grounding prong

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KEEP THIS USER’S MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one that is heavy enough to carry the current that your product will draw. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage, which will result in loss of power and overheating. The table
below shows the correct size to use according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
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GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS
Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged
extension cord, or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit must consist of not less than a #12 wire,
and should be protected with a 15 A time-delayed fuse. Before connecting the motor to the power
line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the
current stamped on the motor nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor.
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
(When using 120 V only)
Ampere Rating Total length of cord in feet
More Than Not More Than
0
6
10
12
6
10
12
16
25’ (7.62 m)
18’ (5.5 m)
18’ (5.5 m)
16’ (4.8 m)
14’ (4.3 m)
50’(15.24 m)
16’ (4.8 m)
16’ (4.8 m)
16’ (4.8 m)
12’ (3.7 m)
100’ (30.5 m)
16’ (4.8 m)
14’ (4.3 m)
14’ (4.3 m)
150’(45.72 m)
14’ (4.3 m)
12’ (3.7 m)
12’ (3.7 m)
Not Recommended
WARNING: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE IN ORDER TO PROTECT
THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.

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1 Tension knob
2 Blade tension lever
3 Tracking knob
4 Wheel locking blade guide
5 Knob for adjusting the inclination
of the table
6 Table tilt locking knob
7 Dust extraction nozzle
8 Rubbet feet
9 Additional support
10 Control wheel upper blade guide
11 Rip fence
12 Working table
13 On/off switch
14 Upper blade guard
15. Blade
16. Table support assembly
17. Lower blade guide
18. Drive belt
19. Lower wheel
20. Door
21. Upper wheel
22. Motor assembly
23. Upper viewing port
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING THE BAND SAW.
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Do not wear gloves, a necktie, or loose clothing.
3. Make sure the saw is on a firm, level surface, and that it is properly secured.
4. Use only the recommended accessories.
5. Use extra caution with very large, very small, or awkward workpieces.
6. Keep your hands away from the blade at all times in order to prevent accidental injury.
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Carefully unpack the band saw and all of its parts, and compare them against the list below. Do
not discard the carton or any packaging until the band saw is completely assembled.
A Band saw
B Working Table
C Fence
D Mitre gauge
E Additional support
F Push stick
G Rubber feet
A
H
IJ
K
B
C
D
M
N
L
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F
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H M5, M6 and M8 Flat washer
I M5 Spring washer
J M6 Bolt
K M6x30 Screw and M5x20 Hexagon screw
L Table tilt locking knob
M 3, 4, 5 mm hex wrenches
N Round head screws
UNPACKING
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WARNING: IF ANY PART IS MISSING OR DAMAGED, DO NOT PLUG THE BAND SAW IN
UNTIL THE MISSING OR DAMAGED PART IS REPLACED.
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ASSEMBLY
Rubber feet mounting (FIG.1)
Before cutting, assemble the four rubber feet to holes
in the four corner of base with bolts (M6*30), big flat
washers 6, and nuts (M6) as show in picture.
Mounting the additional support (FIG.2)
- Insert the additional support into the corresponding
two holes in the side of base.
- Align the holes in the supporting and the surface of
base.
- Secure the supporting with two bolts and nuts.
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WARNING: BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE BAND SAW, REMOVE THE SAFETY KEY AND
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET. THE POWER CORD
MUST REMAIN UNPLUGGED WHENEVER YOU ARE WORKING ON YOUR BAND SAW.
Additional Support
Bolt
Rubber Feet
Fig. 2
Fig. 1

Mounting the working table (FIG.3-5)
- Remove the bolt and wing nut from the hole located
in the front edge of table.
- Carefully slide the table over the blade, through the
slot in the table.
- Remove knob assembly from saw frame.
- Position table assembly on saw frame. Re-install
knob assembly.
- Secure table in position with locking handle
assembly.
- Using a combination square, set table perpendicular
to blade. Adjust table stop if necessary.
- Set pointer at 00.
- Insert and tighten the bolt and wing nut into the hole
located in the front edge of the table.
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Fig. 4
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Install the fence (FIG.6)
- Raise the clamp on the fence assembly to the up
position.
- Place the fence on the table so that the clamp is at
the front of the table.
- Lower the fence clamp in order to lock the fence in
position on the table.
To move the fence, raise the clamp and slide the
fence to the desired location. Lower the clamp in
order to lock the fence in position.
WARNIGN: Never use miter gauge and rip fence
at the same time. The blade might bind in the
workpiece. Operator could be injured and/or
workpiece could be damaged.
Fig. 6
Wing Nut
Locking Handle
Fence Clamp
Fig. 5
Fig. 3

ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: BEFORE ADJUSTING THE BAND SAW, TURN THE SAW OFF, REMOVE THE
SAFETY KEY, AND UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET.
Table tilt adjustment (FIG.7)
The table tilts from 0° to 45° to the right.
- Turn the table tilt lock lever counterclockwise.
- Turn the table tilt adjustment knob until the pointer
is at the desired angle on the table tilt gauge.
- Tighten the table lock lever in order to secure the
table.
Connect to a dust collection system
(FIG.8)
A dust port is located on the motor side of the band
saw. This port can be connected directly to a dust
collection system by connecting the pickup end of
the dust collection hose to the dust port.
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Lock Lever
Dust port
Tilt Adjustment Knob
Tilt Gauge
Fig. 8
Fig. 7

Fig. 9
CAUTION: Always observe the following safety precaution:
● Make sure that blade guides and thrust bearing are positioned and adjusted correctly to
prevent sideways and rearward movement of the blade. Adjust upper guide to just clear
workpiece.
● Check to make sure blade is tensioned and tracking properly. Do not over tension the blade
in order to under tensioning to eliminate back and forth, side to side blade movement as it cuts.
● Use proper blade for the cutting operation.
● After turning saw on, allow blade to come to full speed before attempting any cutting
operation.
● Support workpiece properly and use a smooth steady feed to guide work through the cut.
Use push sticks or push blocks when required.
● Keep hands away and out of line with moving parts.
● Always wear eye protection.
Removing blade (FIG.9)
WARNING: Disconnect band saw from power
source when changing or adjusting blades. Wear
leather gloves when handling band saw blades.
Never wear gloves when operating saw.
- Turn blade tension lever on the back of the tool
clockwise all the way until it locks in position to
release blade tension (see Figure 9).
- Release two latches on the side of the tool and
open upper and lower doors.
NOTE: When opening doors, make sure latches
are completely free from tabs on frame.
- Remove table locking insert located in the front of
the table slot, take out the released blade and
replace with another blade.
Installing blade
- Although most of the adjustments are not changed when blade is removed, every adjustment
should be checked prior to using a newly installed blade.
- Make sure blade teeth are pointing down towards table. Turn blade inside out if necessary.
- Slip new blade into table slot and over the upper and lower blade wheels. Slide blade in between
blade guards.
- Tension blade by turning blade tensioning lever counterclockwise, as far as it will go (see Figure
9).
This is a spring loaded, tensioning mechanism and it will automatically apply required tension to
the blade.
- Use the tension knob to make fine adjustments to blade tension.
- Close the doors and fasten latches.
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Tension Knob
Tracking Window
Blade Tension
Lever
Tracking Knob

NOTE: When closing doors, make sure that the edges attempting to secure door. This is
necessary for proper operation of dust collection system. The latches will not pull the doors and
frame together.
- Install table insert.
- Track blade as described in the following sections.
Tracking blade
Refer to Figures 9 and 12.
WARNING: Be very careful; Improperly tracked blade may spring out from wheels causing serious
injury. Do not perform tracking adjustment while band saw is running.
- Disconnect band saw from power source.
- To check the blade tracking, rotate drive wheel by hand in clockwise direction. View blade through
tracking window.
- Proper tracking is achieved when driver and idler wheels are aligned. Tracking knob on the back of
the tool frame is used to tilt upper wheel and align blade wheels.
- If blade rides away from cabinet, turn knob clockwise. If blade rides toward cabinet, turn knob
counterclockwise.
- When blade is tracking properly, secure position by tightening nut.
Blade guides
NOTE: Adjust blade guides only after blade has been properly tensioned and tracked.
- Blade guides support blade at sides and rear of blade, and prevent twisting or deflection.
- Blade guides should not touch blade when no workpiece is in contact with blade. Adjust guides
as described in following section.
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Upper blade guides (Fig.10-11)
- Upper blade guides employ guide pins for side
support and a ball bearing for rear support.
- Loosen screws and adjust guide pins to sides of the
blade (see Figure 10). Use a feeler gauge to check
that guide pins are 0.002” away from blade.
- Lock adjustment by tightening screw.
- Adjust ball bearing at rear of blade by loosening
socket head bolt and repositioning shaft (see Figure
11).
Fig. 10Fig. 10
Guide Pin
Bearing
Screw

- Position ball bearing 0.002” away from back of
blade.
- Secure position of bearing by tightening socket
head bolt.
- Adjust the height of upper guide to clear the
workpiece by 1/4”. Loosen upper guide knob and
adjust height of upper guide until it clears workpiece
by 1/4”. Tighten upper guide knob.
Lower blade guides (Fig.12)
- Lower blade guides employ guide pins for side
support and bearing for rear support.
- Loosen screws (see Figure 12) and move guide
pins away from blade sides.
- Loosen socket head bolts and adjust lower guide
bracket position so that rear of blade is positioned
0.002” away from bearing.
- Tighten socket head bolts.
- Adjust guide pins to sides of the blade. Use a feeler
gauge to check that guide pins are 0.002” away from
blade.
- Lock adjustment by tightening screws.
Fig. 11
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Blade selection
- Blade vary depending on type of material, size of workpiece and type of cut that is being
performed.
- Characteristics which make blades different are width, thickness and pitch.
Blade width
- Width of blade describes distance from tip of a tooth to back of blade.
- Width of blade affects rigidity of blade. A wider blade wanders less and produces a straighter cut.
- Width of blade also limits the smallest radius which can be cut. A 1/4” wide blade can cut about
a 1/2” radius.
Bearing
Screw
Bearing Socket Head
Bolt
Guide Pin
Socket Head
Bolt
Fig. 12

Blade Thickness
- Blade thickness describes the distance between sides of blade. A thicker blade has more rigidity
and stronger teeth.
- A narrow thick blade is used to cut curves while a wide thin blade is used to make long, straight
cuts.
Blade pitch
- Pitch describes number of teeth per inch or tooth size. A blade with more teeth per inch produces
a smoother cut.
- The type of material being cut determines number of teeth that should be in contact with the
workpiece.
- For soft materials, the proper blade has between 6 to 8 teeth per inch.
- When cutting hard materials, where shocking is more detrimental, use a blade with 8 to 12 teeth
per inch.
- There should always be at least three teeth in contact with cut to avoid shocking blade.
- Blade shocking occurs when pitch is too large and blade tooth encounters too much material.
This can strip teeth from blade.
- Blade manufactures are prepared to supply information about blades for specific applications.
Type of cut
- Contour cutting is done by guiding workpiece free-handed to produce curved shapes.
- Bevelled cutting is done by tilting saw table and using proper work guide method.
- Regardless of which work guiding method is used, a workpiece which overhangs table by more
than 5” needs proper support.
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Contour sawing
- When contour sawing, use both hands to keep workpiece flat against table and guided along
desired path.
- Avoid positioning hands in line with blade. If hands slip, they could contact blade.
- Try to stand to front of the saw and use hands over the portion of table that is to right of blade
and before cut.
- Cut small corners by sawing around them. Saw to remove scrap until desired shape is obtained.

Fig. 13
Bevel cutting
- Perform bevel cutting by tilting table to desired degree.
- Unlock table by loosening locking handle located on the backside of the unit.
- Tilt table to desired position by rotating knob.
- Lock table in position by tightening locking handle.
Miter gauge (Fig.13)
Use miter gauge for securing and holding workpiece
at desired angle to preduce angled cuts. Use scale
to adjust gauge to desired angle.
WARNING: Never use miter gauge and rip fence
at the same time. The blade might bind in the
workpiece. Operator could be injured and/or
workpiece could be damaged.
Blade cleaning brush
Make sure that brush is in contact with blade to properly remove foreign particles from drive
wheel.
Push stick
When cutting the smaller workpieces, you can operate by using the push stick for your safety.
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Miter gauge
Fig. 13

WARNING:
Make certain that unit is disconnected from power source before attempting to service or
remove any component.
Cleaning
- Keep machine and workshop clean. Do not allow sawdust to accumulate on band saw.
- Keep wheels clean. Debris on wheels will cause poor tracking and blade slippage.
- Keep mechanisms and threaded or sliding surfaces clean and free of foreign particles.
- Operate band saw with a dust collector to minimize clean up.
Lubrication
- The shielded ball bearings are permanently lubricated and require no further lubrication.
- Small amounts of machine oil can be applied to belt tension mechanisms and threaded or sliding
surfaces.
- Occasionally apply a coat of paste wax to tabletop to keep it slick and corrosion free.
Keep band saw in repair
- If power cord is worn of cut in any way, have it replaced.
- Replace any damaged or missing part.
- Use parts list to order parts.
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This section describes problems and malfunctions that you should be able to resolve yourself.
DANGER: Many accidents happen particularly in connection with problems and faults. Therefore
please note:
1. Always unplug before servicing.
2. Check that all safety devices are operational again after each servicing.
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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
Excessive blade
breakage
Premature blade dulling
Crooked cuts
Rough cuts
Blade is twisting or
unusual wear on side/
back of blade
Material not secure on table Squarely place work on table
Blade too coarse for material Use finer pitch blade
Teeth in contact with work
before sawing
Place blade in contact with work after
saw is started and has reached full speed
Misaligned guides Adjust blade guides properly
Blade too thick for wheel
diameter
Use thinner blade
Cracking at weld Replace blade
Blade too coarse Use finer tooth blade
Inadequate feed pressure Gently increase pressure
Hard spots or scale in or on
material
Reduce speed; increase rate of feed for
scale and change blades for hard spots
Blade installed backwards Remove blade, twist inside out and
reinstall blade
Work not square Use miter gauge; adjust tilt of table at 900
Rate of feed too great Reduce rate of feed
Blade guides not adjusted
properly
Move both guide blocks within 0.002”
from blade (use gauge)
Upper blade guide too far
from workpiece
Adjust upper guide to just clear
workpiece by 1/4”
Dull blade Replace blade
Blade guide assembly loose
or blade thrust bearing loose
Tighten blade thrust bearing within
0.002” behind blade back
Too much feed Reduce feed
Blade too coarse Replace with finer blade
Cut is binding blade Decrease feed pressure
Blade guides or bearing worn Replace
Blade guides or bearing not
adjusted properly
Adjust blade guides; see “operation”
Blade guide brackets loose Tighten properly
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