MALFUNCTIONS
DANGER:
Before any operation after a malfunction has occurred:
- Switch off the machine.
- Remove the plug from the socket.
- Wait until bandsaw saw blade is still.
After any operation, put all safety devices into service and check them.
A possible tension reduction
has made the minimum
voltage relay start.
- Re-start the machine.
There is not any supply voltage:
- Check the cable, the socket and the switch.
Motor overheating, due for
example to a smoothed blade
or to accumulation of saw dust
inside the carter:
Find a remedy to the cause of overheating, let
the machine cool down, and then re-start it.
Bandsaw saw blade moves
away from the cutting line or
decentralizes itself
Bandsaw saw blade is not
centred on the driving wheel:
Modify upper wheel angle.
Bandsaw saw blade has
broken
Saw blade tension is
unsuitable:
- Adjust saw blade’s tension.
Cutting pressure is too high:
- Reduce the pressure applied to the saw
blade.
Bandsaw saw blade is
unsuitable:
- Replace bandsaw saw blade:
- If you must cut a thin workpiece, you must
use a thin saw blade.
- If you must cut a wide workpiece, you must
use a wide saw blade.
The saw blade is misshapen
Cutting pressure is too high:
Avoid to extert a lateral pressure on the
bandsaw saw blade.
During work, the bandsaw
stops
Cutting pressure is too high:
- Reduce the pressure you are exerting on the
workpiece.
- Check saw blade sharpness and features.
Strong bandsaw vibrations:
Firmly fasten the bandsaw to a suitable
ground.
Place the workbench and fix it.
Check lock screws and tighten them if
necessary.
Aspiration coupling is
obstructed
No dust collection device is
connected or aspiration duct is
too small.
Connect the dust collection device or increase
aspiration power (air speed ≥ 20 m/sec at the
level of the dust collection coupling).
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
All tools and accessories are made and checked by using the safest and most modern productive methods.
However, if despite these attentions a tool gets damaged, it must be repaired by a Femi authorised after sales
centre.
You can send a request to the e-mail address info@fox-machines.com.