Changing the Blade Speed
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DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY!
1) The bandsaw drive pulley has two speed positions. To
change the speed, follow the instructions below. Open the
bandsaw wheel doors and release the tension on the drive
belt by turning the idler wheel adjusting knob anti-clockwise,
see fig 80-81. Note: to release the belt tension on the AC1950B
bandsaw, loosen the motor Hex bolt, see fig 82 and pull the
motor up.
Bandsaw Speed Table
Model Min (Small Pulley) Max (Large Pulley)
AC1950B 660m/min 840m/min
AC2305B 360m/min 720m/min
AC2606B 600m/min 840m/min
Fig 80-81-82
Loosen
Loosen
Tension
Idler adjusting knob
Hex bolt
Idler
2) With the drive belt loose, carefully reposition the drive belt,
see fig 83-84. NOTE: Make sure the belt is seated correctly in
one of the drive pulley grooves. With the belt repositioned,
turn the Idler wheel adjusting knob clockwise to re-tension.
Push the motor down on the ‘AC1950B’ and tighten the bolt
to retention. Close the wheel doors.
Fig 83-84
Large pulley
Small pulley
Pulley grooves
WARNING! BE VERY CAREFUL WHEN
REMOVING THE BELT NOT TO TRAP
YOUR FINGERS!
NOTE: MAKE SURE THE BELT IS NOT
TENSIONED TO TIGHTLY TO CAUSE IT
TO GET HOT.
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