Ozito BSW-2581 User manual

SPECIFICATIONS
Motor Power: 250W (S2 15min)
Input Voltage: 220V-240V ~ 50Hz
No Load Speed: 1,400/min
Saw Blade Speed: 900 m/min
Saw Blade Length: 1,400mm
Max. Blade Width: 8mm
Throat Depth: 200mm
Cutting Height: 80mm at 90°
45mm at 45°
Table Size: 305 x 305mm
Table Tilt: -2° to 45°
Dust Adaptor: Ø 36mm
Weight: 17.5kg
BAND SAW
250W 200mm (8”)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BSW-2581
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Rip Fence
Hex Keys
Push Stick
IN ORDER TO MAKE A CLAIM UNDER THIS
WARRANTY YOU MUST RETURN THE PRODUCT
TO YOUR NEAREST BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE WITH
YOUR BUNNINGS REGISTER RECEIPT. PRIOR TO
RETURNING YOUR PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY
PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE
HELPLINE:
Australia 1800 069 486
New Zealand 0508 069 486
3 YEAR REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
Your product is guaranteed for a period of 36 months from
the original date of purchase and is intended for DIY (Do It
Yourself) use only. If a product is defective it will
be replaced in accordance with the terms of this warranty.
Warranty excludes consumable parts:
WARNING
The following actions will result in the warranty being void.
• If the tool has been operated on a supply voltage other
than that specified on the tool.
• If the tool shows signs of damage or defects caused
by or resulting from abuse, accidents or alterations.
• Failure to perform maintenance as set out within the
instruction manual.
• If the tool is disassembled or tampered with in any way.
• Professional, industrial or high frequency use.
WARRANTY
TO ENSURE A SPEEDY RESPONSE PLEASE
HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND DATE OF
PURCHASE AVAILABLE. A CUSTOMER SERVICE
REPRESENTATIVE WILL TAKE YOUR CALL
AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY
HAVE RELATING TO THE WARRANTY POLICY
OR PROCEDURE.
OZITO Australia/New Zealand (Head Office) 1-23 Letcon Drive, Bangholme, Victoria, Australia 3175.
The benefits provided under this warranty are in addition
to other rights and remedies which are available to you at law.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded
at law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major
failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired
or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
Generally you will be responsible for all costs associated with
a claim under this warranty, however, where you have suffered
any additional direct loss as a result of a defective product you
may be able to claim such expenses by contacting our customer
service helpline above.
ozito.com.au
0717
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BAND SAW
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
Before commencing any operations, refer to the Setup and
Adjustment Manual to make sure that the Band Saw has been
Assembled and Setup correctly.
SETUP & PREPARATION
WARNING! TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING,
ENSURE THE BAND SAW IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SUPPLY BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS
1. SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
1. Tensioning Knob
2. Upper Blade Pulley
3. Upper Door
4. ON/OFF Switch
5. Lower Door
6. Rip Fence
7. Rip Fence Locking Lever
8. Lower Blade Pulley
9. Upper Door Lock
10. Blade Guard Adjustment
11. Blade Guard
12. Upper Blade Guide
13. Saw Table
14. Stabiliser Bar
15. Lower Door Lock
16. Machine Base
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18. Blade
19. Table Tilt Locking Knob
20. Table Tilt Locking Lever
21. Pulley Tracking Adjustment Knob
22. Pulley Tracking Retaining Nut
23. Table Support Bolt
24. Push Stick
25. Hex Keys (3, 4, 5mm)
ACCESSORIES
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Adjusting the Blade Guard
Rip Fence
2 Rotate the blade guard
adjustment to lower the blade
guide as close as possible
to the work piece to be cut.
The gap should be approx.
2-3mm between the material
and blade guide.
1Release the rip fence lever
by pulling it upwards.
2Move the rip fence along the
table, from either the right
or left side, and position as
required.
3 Push the lever down to
secure the rip fence. If the
clip does not give enough
hold, turn it clockwise several
times and then press the
lever down.
4You must always ensure that
the rip fence is positioned
parallel to the blade.
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1 Loosen the blade
guard locking knob at
the back of the unit.
3 Secure in position by
tightening the blade
guard locking knob.
Note: Check the setting
before each cut and re-
adjust if necessary.
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OPERATION
CAUTION! AFTER EACH NEW ADJUSTMENT IT IS
RECOMMEND A TRIAL CUT IS MADE IN ORDER TO
CHECK THE NEW SETTINGS.
IMPORTANT! LONG WORK PIECES MUST BE SECURED
AGAINST FALLING OFF AT THE END OF THE CUT (E.G. WITH
A ROLLER STAND ETC.)
2. USING THE BAND SAW
CAUTION! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF A RESIDUAL CURRENT
DEVICE (RATED AT 30MA OR LESS).
Tilting the Saw Table
On/Off Switch
1Move the upper blade guide
to its maximum height.
2 Loosen both the tilt lever and
locking knob.
1 To turn the machine on, press
the green button “I”.
2 To turn the machine off again,
press the red button “0”.
3 Adjust the table to the desired
angle.
NOTE: Use the protractor on
the back, below the saw table to
achieve an accurate angle.
4Tighten both the tilt lever and
locking knob to secure the
table in place.
1Undo the table support nut
beneath the table.
2Adjust the bolt until there
is contact with the machine
frame at the desired angle.
3 Re-tighten the nut to fasten
the bolt.
The support nut should be adjusted to achieve a cut angle of 90o.
This allows the table to be reset easily.
To set the table at an angle between -4 and 0, this support nut will
need to be loosened by performing the following steps:
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Longitudinal Cuts
Angle Cuts
1Place the rip fence to the left
of the blade.
2Lower the blade guard down
to the work piece following
the instructions in ‘Adjusting
the Blade Guard’ section.
1 Follow steps in the ‘Tilting the
Saw Table’ section to position
the table at the desired angle.
2Carry out the cut as
described in Longitudinal
cuts.
3Switch on the saw.
4Press the edge of the work
piece to hold it securely
against the rip fence and at
on the table.
5Guide the work piece along
the rip fence and through the
blade at a uniform speed.
Longitudinal (rip) cutting is when you use the saw to cut along the
grain of the wood.
To enable you to perform angular cuts parallel to the blade, the table
can be tilted between 0° - 45°.
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BSW-2581
Blade Selection
The blade supplied with the band saw is designed for all-purpose
use. 1400mm x 7mm x 6TPI Blades are available through Ozito
spare parts. Contact customer service on:
Australia 1800 069 486
New Zealand 0508 069 486
Additional Adjustments
For any additional adjustments to be made that are not covered
in this manual, please refer to the Setup and Adjustments
manual.
IMPORTANT! WHEN HANDLING NARROWER WORKPIECES,
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO USE A PUSH STICK. THE PUSH STICK
MUST ALWAYS BE KEPT CLOSE AT HAND.
Free Hand Cuts
Push Sticks
1Lower the blade guide to the
work piece.
2 Switch on the saw.
The push stick protects against
contact with the saw blade.
Use the stick to push the
workpiece through the saw
blade.
The push stick can be hung on the
hook at the side of the unit when not
in use.
3Hold the work piece securely
on the table and guide slowly
through the blade.
4Freehanded cuts should be
made at low speed so that
you can guide the blade
along the required line.
6In the case of curves which
are too tight for the blade to
cut correctly, it can help to
make a series of close-lying
cuts at right angles to the
curved line. When you saw
the radius the material will
simply drop off.
5It often pays to rst cut off surplus curves and corners up to
about 6mm from the cutting line.
One of the most outstanding features of a band saw is the ease with
which it allows you to make curved cuts.
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MAINTENANCE DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
TROUBLESHOOTING
Power tools that are no longer usable should not be disposed of
with household waste but in an environmentally friendly way. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local council authority
for recycling advice.
Recycling packaging reduces the need for landll and raw materials.
Reuse of recycled material decreases pollution in the environment.
Please recycle packaging where facilities exist. Check with your
local council authority for recycling advice.
NOTE: Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or
injuries caused by the repair of the tool by an unauthorised person or
by mishandling of the tool.
Spare parts can be ordered from the Special Orders Desk
at your local Bunnings Warehouse.
For further information, or any parts not listed here, visit
www.ozito.com.au or contact Ozito Customer Service:
Australia 1800 069 486
New Zealand 0508 069 486
E-mail: [email protected]
SPARE PARTS
Problem Possible Causes
Bandsaw not starting • Power cord is not connected
• One of the housing doors are not shut
completely
Premature and excessive
tooth wear
• Feed pressure too light
• Feed pressure too high
• Guide hitting teeth alignment
Finished surface too rough • Feed rate too high
Premature blade breakage • Band tension too high
• Excessive feed pressure
Cutting rate too slow • Incorrect feed pressure
• Damaged or worn blade
Gullets loaded with chips • Speed too slow
• Chip brush not working properly
Belly shaped cuts • Improper blade tension
• Guide arm is too far from work piece
• Excessive feed force
Band develops twist • Binding in cut (adjust blade tension)
• Saw guides too close to work piece
Band stalls in work • Feed pressure too great
• Improper blade tension
Blade vibration • Guides poorly adjusted
• Blade tension too low
• Feed rate too low
• Work piece not properly secured
WARNING! TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING,
ENSURE THE BAND SAW IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SUPPLY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY OF THE
FOLLOWING OPERATIONS
WARNING! ENSURE THE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED
FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE OPENING
THE HOUSING DOOR. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
INSTRUCTION MAY LEAD TO INJURY.
CLEANING
CHANGING THE BLADE
CHANGING THE TABLE INSERT
STORAGE
1 Loosen the door locking
knobs and open both housing
doors.
2 Remove the left blade guard
by sliding it up and out. Also
open the right blade cover.
1 Tilt the saw table to gain
access to the fastening
screw.
2 Loosen the fastening screw
and remove the table insert.
3 Fit the replacement table
insert and secure using the
fastening screw.
To prevent increased likelihood of injury the table insert should be
changed whenever it is worn or damaged.
Store the equipment and accessories out of children’s reach in a
dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage
temperature is between 5 and 30 °C. Store the electric tool in its
original packaging.
3 Loosen the tension knob at
the top of the unit by rotating
anti-clockwise.
4 Remove the web panel from
the front of the saw table.
5 Remove the blade from the
pulleys and then slide out.
6 Replace the blade following
the section 3-6 in the ‘Setup
and Assembly’ manual.
• Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of
dirt and dust as much as possible. Wipe the equipment with a
clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.
• We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time
you have nished using it.
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Warning Wear hearing protection
Regulator compliance mark Read instruction manual
Wear eye protectionWear a breathing mask
Important. Risk of injury! Do not reach into the running saw blade
Pull the power plug before beginning any repair or maintenance work
Hertz
Watts
No load speed

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a
“live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live“ and could give the operator an
electric shock.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety
Children should be supervised to ensure that they don’t play with the appliance.
• Pull out all nails in the material before starting to saw. Cutting nails may damage your tool.
• Do not operate your band saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to the
instructions and until you have read and understood all of the instructions.
• Do not touch moving parts with your ngers or hands.
• Ensure that you have tightened the blade prior to starting the machine.
• When nishing sawing, wait until the saw blade has ceased moving prior to removing it from the
material.
• Do not touch the saw blade immediately after use. Allow time for the blade to cool, otherwise it
could burn you due to the heat generated during sawing.
• Always check accessories to ensure that they are suitable for the operating speeds of this tool.
• Incorrect accessories can break apart at high speed and cause serious damage or personal
injury.
• Never turn your band saw on before clearing the table of all objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.)
except for the work piece.
• Hold the work rmly against the table.
• Do not feed the material too fast while cutting. Only feed the material fast enough so that the
blade will cut.
• Never leave the band saw running unattended. Always turn the saw off, make sure that it has
come to a complete stop, and then remove plug from the power supply before leaving the work
area.
• Use caution when cutting off material which is irregular in cross section as it could pinch the
blade before the cut is completed. A piece of moulding, for example, must lay at on the table
and not be permitted to rock whilst being cut.
• Do not use saw bands which are damaged or deformed.
• When cutting round timber use a suitable device to prevent twisting of the workpiece.
• When bevel-cutting with the table inclined, place the guide on the lower part of the table.
• Connect band saws to a dust-collecting device when operating.
WARNING! Some dust created by sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other
construction activities contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints;
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products, and;
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated timber.
The risk from such exposures vary 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 those dust masks that are specically designed to lter out microscopic
particles.
Always wear eye protection and a dust mask for dusty applications and when drilling/ chiselling
overhead. Sanding particles can be absorbed by your eyes and inhaled easily and may cause
health complications.
Caution: Always Wear safety goggles, ear protection and a respiratory mask.
BAND SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! When using mains-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including the
following, should always be followed to reduce risk of re, electric shock, personal injury
and material damage.
Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool off in an emergency, before
operating the tool.
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference.
The electric motor has been designed for 230V and 240V only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Note: The supply of 230V and 240V on Ozito tools are interchangeable for Australia and New Zealand.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an electrician or a power tool repairer in order to avoid
a hazard.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, we recommend the use of a residual current device (rated at 30mA or
less).
Using an Extension Lead
Always use an approved extension lead suitable for the power input of this tool. Before use, inspect the
extension lead for signs of damage, wear and ageing. Replace the extension lead if damaged or defective.
When using an extension lead on a reel, always unwind the lead completely. Use of an extension lead not
suitable for the power input of the tool or which is damaged or defective may result in a risk of re and electric
shock.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the
warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) 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 ammable
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 earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or 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 inuence 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
nger 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.
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 to control.
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 qualied repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.