Draper BS250A - Blade Installation and Tensioning

- TENSIONING THE BLADE (Fig.18.):
Turn the blade tensioning knob7clockwise until the
blade is tensioned. The blade tension can be checked
by pushing down on the blade midway between the
two wheels. When the tension is correct the blade
should move slightly with firm finger pressure.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the blade. Too much tension
may cause blade breakage. Too little tension may cause
the blade to slip on the wheels.
7
FIG.18
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CHANGING AND SETTING THE SAW BLADE:
(Fig.19-20.)
To change the saw band, remove the graduated rip
fence rail from the table. Slacken the blade tension with
the quick release lever. Remove the blade carefully.
Fit the new saw band carefully [with the teeth facing
down]. When the saw band is located correctly through
the guide and is sat centrally on the upper and lower
wheels, operate the tension quick release lever to re
engage the tension.
As the tension has been released during this process,
the tracking should be checked and adjusted. The blade
should run in the centre of the rubber lined bandsaw
wheels otherwise it may jump off.
FIG.20
FIG.19
OPERATION AND USE
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- WARNING!
Select a blade suitable for the intended material and use
on this machine. Read the safety instructions.
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