Sealey SM1303.V2 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR
PROFESSIONAL BANDSAW 8”
MODEL NO: SM1303.V2
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE
THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
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1. SAFETY
1.1. Electrical Safety
WARNING! It is the user’s responsibility to check the following:
Check all electrical equipment and appliances to ensure that they are safe before using. Inspect power supply leads, plugs and
all electrical connections for wear and damage. Sealey recommend that an RCD (Residual Current Device) is used with all
electrical products. You may obtain an RCD by contacting your local Sealey dealer. If used in the course of business duties, it must
be maintained in a safe condition and routinely PAT (Portable Appliance Test) tested.
Electrical safety information, it is important that the following information is read and understood.
9Ensure that the insulation on all cables and on the appliance is safe before connecting it to the power supply.
9regularly inspect power supply cables and plugs for wear or damage and check all connections to ensure that they are secure.
9Ensure that the voltage rating on the appliance suits the power supply to be used and that the plug is tted with the correct fuse
- see fuse rating in these instructions.
8DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the power cable.
8DO NOT pull the plug from the socket by the cable.
8DO NOT use worn or damaged cables, plugs or connectors. Ensure that any faulty item is repaired or
replaced immediately by a qualied electrician.
9 This product is tted with a BS1363/A 13 Amp 3 pin plug.
If the cable or plug is damaged during use, switch the electricity supply and remove from use.
Ensure that repairs are carried out by a qualied electrician.
Replace a damaged plug with a BS1363/A 13 Amp 3 pin plug. If in doubt contact a qualied electrician.
a) Connect the GREEN/YELLOW earth wire to the earth terminal ‘E’.
b) Connect the BROWN live wire to the live terminal ‘L’.
c) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the neutral terminal ‘N’.
Ensure that the cable outer sheath extends inside the cable restraint and that the restraint is tight.
Sealey recommend that repairs are carried out by a qualied electrician.
1.2. General Safety
WARNING! Disconnect the saw from the mains power before changing saw blades and accessories,
servicing or performing maintenance.
9Mount the saw to a secure surface such as a workbench.
9Keep area clean and tidy and free from unrelated materials and ensure there is adequate lighting.
9Maintain the saw in good condition (use authorised service agent only).
9Replace or repair damaged parts. Use recommended parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the
warranty.
9Keep the machine clean and the blade sharp for best and safest performance. Check moving parts alignment regularly.
9 Before each use check saw blade condition. If worn or damaged replace immediately.
9Place the blade guide to within 3mm of the material being cut.
WARNING! Keep all safety guards and holding screws in place, tight and in good working order. Check regularly for damaged parts.
A guard or any other part that is damaged should be repaired or replaced before the saw is next used. The safety guard is a
mandatory fitting.
9Remove adjusting keys and wrenches from the saw before turning it on.
9Wear approved safety eye protection, ear defenders, safety gloves and, if dust is generated, respiratory protection.
9Remove ill fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings, and other loose jewellery, and contain long hair.
9Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
9Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working area.
9Secure unstable work piece with a clamp, vice or other adequate holding device.
9Avoid unintentional starting.
9Keep hands and fingers at a safe distance from the saw blade, especially at the end of a cut. Guide the work with a piece of
wood or push rod rather than your fingers when cutting small pieces.
9Disconnect the saw from the power supply before removing wood chips or dust.
9Use a workpiece support when sawing material which extends beyond the saw table.
8DO NOT operate the machine if damaged.
Recommended fuse rating
5 Amp

8DO NOT operate the machine if any parts are missing as this may cause failure and/or personal injury.
8DO NOT use saw blades which are damaged or deformed. Use only Sealey blades and spare parts. Non-standard blades can be
dangerous.
8DO NOT get the saw wet or use in damp or wet locations or areas where there is condensation.
8DO NOT expose the saw housing to flame or high temperature.
8DO NOT allow untrained persons to operate the saw.
8DO NOT use saw where there are flammable liquids, solids or gases such as paint solvents and including waste wipers or cleaning rags etc
8DO NOT leave the saw operating unattended.
8DO NOT operate the saw if either of the blade covers is open or if the blade guard is not fitted.
8DO NOT operate the saw when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
8DO NOT use the saw for a task it is not designed to perform.
9When not in use switch off the saw and unplug from the mains power.
2. INTRODUCTION
Steel chassis with locking blade wheel covers. Smooth operation by bearing mounted blade wheels and belt drive induction motors. Micro
switches prevent operation when either blade wheel cover is open. No-volt release switches prevent uncontrolled blade re-start after power
interuption. Suitable for cutting wood and plastics. Fitted with tilting table for cutting compound mitres. Fully adjustable blade tracking and
tensioning for precise cutting action. Features quick adjusting rip fence, mitre guage, dust extraction port, blade wheel brushes and push
sticks
3. SPECIFICATION
Model No...................................................................SM1303
Throat Depth .............................................................. 200mm
Maximum Cutting Height.............................................. 80mm
Table Size ...........................................................300x300mm
Table tilt......................................................................... 0-45°
Blade Length............................................................ 1400mm
Blade Speed ........................................................ 900mtr/min
Motor Power..................................................................180W
Supply............................................................................230V
Dust Extraction Ø......................................................... 40mm
MAIN FEATURES (fig.1 / fig.2)
A Blade tension adjustment knob
B Blade cover screw
C Blade guard height adjuster
D Blade guard
E Fence
F No Volt On/Off switch
G Fence lock handle
H Table side guide
I Mitre guide (not shown)
J Saw Blade
K Extraction outlet
L Tracking adjustment knob
M Worktable
4. ASSEMBLE
Unpack the product and check contents for damage. Should there be any damaged
or missing parts contact your supplier immediately.
4.1. Saw Assembly
An assistant may be required to help.
4.1.1. To install the worktable:
Carefully place worktable (fig.1.M) onto its supporting base, whilst sliding
saw blade through its slot in the table. Fix to base with three bolts, nuts and
washers supplied. Before finally tightening these, check that the table blade slot
and saw blade are in line, set correctly and then tighten all fixings. Using a square
backed up to the saw blade, check that the worktable is square to the saw blade,
if any adjustment is needed slacken the two knobs underneath the worktable near
the angle scale, set table to correct angle, tighten the two knobs and then adjust
the nut and bolt underneath the rear of worktable so that the worktable is just
resting on the bolt head. Secure bracket across the saw blade slot using two bolts
and two plastic knobs.
4.1.2. Fit the fence (fig.1E) by sliding onto the worktable from either the front or the back
as required. Push down handle (fig.1G) to lock when fence is in required
position.
4.1.3. Important! The saw must be placed on a firm, stable work surface capable of
supporting the saw and any workpiece.
Using four pre-drilled holes in base, fix to the work surface with appropriate fixings.
8DO NOT attempt to use the saw if it is not on a stable surface as it may topple over
during use and cause damage and/or personal injury.
4.1.4. Connect extraction port (Ø60mm) to dust extractor system (if available).
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5. ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING! Ensure that the bandsaw is disconnected from the power supply before attempting any adjustments.
5.1. Changing the blade
5.1.1. Turn the blade cover screws counter clockwise (fig.1B) to open the upper and lower blade covers.
5.1.2. Turn blade tension adjustment knob anticlockwise (fig.1A) to slacken the blade.
5.1.3. Remove the blade retaining bracket by undoing the two bolts and removing it. Carefully remove the blade.
5.1.4. Install the new blade. Be sure the teeth are pointing downwards and outwards. Refit the retaining bracket.
5.1.5. Adjust new blade to the correct tension (see 5.2.) and check, and adjust if necessary, tracking (see 5.3.) and blade guide adjustment
(see 5.5. & 5.6.).
5.1.6. Close both blade covers and screw in bolts.
5.2. Adjusting blade tension.
5.2.1. Open the blade covers and check to ensure that blade is centred on both wheel rims (if not, see section 5.3).
5.2.2. Turn the blade tension knob (fig.1A) to adjust the blade tension - clockwise to tighten, anticlockwise to slacken.
Correct tension is reached when the blade gives slightly to firm finger pressure at mid-span. Do not over-tighten.
5.2.3. Close both blade covers and lock with blade cover locks.
5.3. Adjusting blade tracking
5.3.1. Open blade covers and carefully rotate the upper blade wheel (fig.3) clockwise by hand, to determine whether blade is tracking
correctly - blade should be on the centre of each wheel rim.
5.3.2. If adjustment is needed, turn the tracking knob (fig.2.L) whilst continuing to turn the upper blade wheel. Note the effect on the tracking
and continue to turn tracking knob until tracking is correct.
5.3.3. Close both blade covers and lock with blade cover locks.
5.4. Upper blade guide position
5.4.1. The upper blade guide should always be adjusted to about 3mm above the workpiece. To adjust:
Loosen the locking knob and turn the adjustment knob (fig.2.C) to lower the guide to required position. Tighten locking knob.
5.5. Upper blade guide bearing adjustment
5.5.1. The upper blade side guides prevent excessive sideways movements of the saw blade. They should be adjusted so that they are just
clear of the saw blade. Loosen allen bolts (figs.4 & 5A) on both sides and press the guides (figs.4 & 5.B) inwards towards the saw
blade. Turn the top wheel twice so that the guides move out slightly and are correctly positioned, then tighten the allen bolts to secure.
Re-check guides for correct positioning.
5.5.2. The upper blade guide rear bearing prevents the saw blade from being pushed backwards when cutting. It should be adjusted so that
it is just clear of the blade (0.75mm). Loosen allen bolt (figs.4 & 5.C) and move the bearing (figs.4 & 5.D) inwards so that it touches
the blade, then adjust it out slightly to just clear of the saw blade. Tighten allen bolt to secure. Re-check for correct positioning.
5.6. Lower blade guide bearing adjustment
5.6.1. The three lower guides / bearings should be adjusted using the same procedure as for the upper guides / bearings (5.5).
The two side guides are reached by opening the lower blade cover door, the rear guide is more conveniently reached by removing the
worktable. All three are held in place by allen bolts.
Notes: a) Always check and adjust both upper and lower guides at the same time.
b) Carry out these checks/adjustments every time the blade is changed.
c) The blade will be damaged if the teeth contact the guides/guide bearings.
5.7. Mitre gauge
5.7.1. The mitre gauge, fits in the slot at the front of the work table, it is adjustable through 45° in either direction. Loosen the central locking
knob, adjust and then tighten locking knob.
5.8. Table Angle
5.8.1. Loosen the knob(s) and adjust table to required angle using the scale as a guide. Tighten knob(s) when in required position.
5.9. Fence
5.9.1. The fence (fig.1.E) is mounted on the table side guide (fig.1.H).
5.9.2. To reposition or remove the fence, push up locking handle (fig.1.G). To refit the fence, slide onto work table from the front or back as
required. Push down handle (fig.1.G) to lock when fence is in required position.
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6. OPERATION
6.1. To switch saw on
Press the green (I) ‘On’ button. Press the red (O) ‘Off’ button to turn saw off.
Adjust blade guide (fig.1C) to just above the workpiece (3mm). Use both hands to feed workpiece to the blade. Use a steady
even pressure sufficient to keep blade cutting but no more. If needed, stop the saw and wait for blade to completely stop before
backing blade out of a cut.
6.2. Rip sawing
Cutting wood with the grain. For best results use rip fence on left side of saw to guide workpiece. The table side guide scale shows
the distance between the blade and the left-hand edge of the workpiece.
6.3. Cross cutting
To cut wood at right angles to the grain. This type of cut can be made freehand but using the mitre guide ensures accurate results.
The guide can also be adjusted up to a 45° angle to produce mitre cuts or compound cuts with the table tilted. Ensure the work is
held firmly against the table and against the face of the mitre guide.
WARNING! Keep your fingers away from the blade, use the pushstick to push the last piece of work through.
6.4. Freehand
When freehand cutting, always feed the work slowly to follow your saw line. Ensure you do not drag the work off-line forcing the
blade sideways or twisting it. It may be helpful to make an initial rough cut about 5mm away from the line. For difficult curves which
may be too tight for the blade, make relief cuts on the face of the curve so that the waste wood will fall away as the final radius is cut.
6.5. Blade selection
6.6. There should be at least three saw teeth in contact with the workpiece at any one time during cutting. Therefore the thinner the
workpiece the higher the blade tpi required.
6.7. Bevel cutting
When bevel cutting with the table tilted always have the workpiece guide (fence or mitre) on the lower part of the table.
6.8. Workpiece stability
Any workpiece which does not have a flat surface which will ensure stability on the saw table must be held in a suitable device which
will prevent rotation.
7. MAINTENANCE
Warning! ensure the machine is disconnected from the mains power supply before carrying out any maintenance.
7.1. Changing tyres
Eventually the tyres on the bandsaw wheels will wear due to the constant contact with the blade teeth.
Remove blade (see 5.1), lift the edge of the tyre with a small screwdriver and the tyre can be worked off the wheel easily. It is
ecommended that both tyres be changed at the same time.
7.2. Blades
If blade breaks, check for correct tension after fitting new blade. Also avoid over-working blade by keeping to a constant feed rate and
avoiding any side pressure.
7.3. Blade guides
Blade guides should be inspected regularly for wear or chipping. When replacing guides, replace all guides at the same time, both
upper and lower.
7.4. Table insert
The insert should be inspected regularly and replaced if wear or damage is found.
7.5. Bearings
All bearings used in the construction of the bandsaw and motor are sealed and lubricated for life.
6.6. Cleaning
Remove dust and chips from the inside of the bandsaw frequently. Open the wheel covers and use a brush or vacuum cleaner.
At the end of every work session, clean sawdust away from the motor vents.
NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
Sole UK Distributor, Sealey Group.
Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park,
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk.
IP32 7AR
www.sealey.co.uk
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01284 757500
01284 703534
Environmental Protection
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be
sorted, taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
When the product becomes completely unserviceable and requires disposal, drain off any fluids (if applicable)
into approved containers and dispose of the product and the fluids according to local regulations.
WEEE Regulations
Dispose of this product at the end of its working life in compliance with the EU Directive on
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed
of in an environmentally protective way. Contact your local solid waste authority for recycling information.
Parts support is available for this product. To obtain a parts listing and/or diagram,
please log on to www.sealey.co.uk, email [e-mail] or telephone [phone].