CHANGING SPEED SETTING
NEVER make adjustments with the machine running.
1. Loosen the belt tension by turning the tension lock handle
at
the rear of the saw.
2. Open the lower wheel cover and reposition the V-belt .
A) Changing the speed from 1580 to 2710 FPM:
Remove the belt from the band saw pulley first, and
reposition in the saw pulley groove . Next, remove the belt
from the motor pulley and reposition in the motor pulley
groove .
B) Changing the speed from 2710 to 1580 FPM:
Remove the belt from the motor pulley first, and reposi-
tion in the motor pulley groove . Remove the belt from the
saw pulley and reposition in the saw pulley groove .
3. Tighten the belt tension by turning the tension lock handle .
Note: After readjusting belt position and belt tension, check
and readjust the settings for the blade tension and tracking,
guides and bearings (See ADJUSTMENT section on page 11).
MOTOR
MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
Keep your band saw clean. Sawdust will accumulate under the table, base and in the wheel housings. This could
cause difficulty in the movement of the table when setting up a band saw cut. Frequently blow out or vacuum up the
sawdust.
Do not allow dirt, pitch or gum to build up on the table, the guide, or support bearings. Clean as needed with gum
and pitch remover.
Note: Do not immerse the bearings in the gum and pitch remover. Put a thin coat of paste wax on the table so
that the wood slides easily while cutting.
Before performing any maintenance, cleaning, adjusting, or lubricating your band saw, make sure that the switch
is in the “OFF” position and that the power cord is unplugged.
To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha, acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile sol-
vents to clean the band saw.
To avoid eye injury from blowing debris, wear safety goggles when blowing out sawdust.
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