G0513 Series Bandsaws
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Blade
Guide
Tooth
Gullet
Blade
0.016"
Gap
Support
Bearing
Blade
0.016"
Gap
0.016"
Gap
Support
Bearing
Blade
Guides
0.004"
Gap
Blade
Figure 47. Correct guide alignment behind the
teeth gullets.
5. By hand, slide the guide block to position the
blade guides approximately 0.016" behind
the teeth gullets (see Figure 47), then re-
tighten the guide block cap screw to secure
the setting.
The lower blade guides are adjusted in the same
manner as the upper blade guides. However,
some controls are different. Refer to Figure 48 to
become familiar with these controls.
Figure 48. Lower blade guide controls.
Thumb
Screw
Guide
Block
Guide Block
Cap Screw
Make sure that the blade teeth will not con-
tact the guides when the blade is against the
rear support bearing during the cut or the
blade teeth will be damaged.
Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings
(G0513X2, G0513X2B, G0513X2BF, &
G0513X2F)
Tools Needed Qty
Hex Wrench 5mm .............................................. 1
Feeler Gauge 0.004", 0.016" ....................1 Each
Crisp Dollar Bill (Optional) ................................. 1
Tip: You can use a crisp dollar bill in place of the
feeler gauge. The thickness of the bill is approxi-
mately 0.004", and when folded in half twice is
approximately 0.016".
Note: The upper and lower guide bearings are
adjusted in the same manner.
To adjust the upper and lower blade guide
bearings:
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Familiarize yourself with the blade guide con-
trols shown in Figure 49.
Make sure that the blade teeth will not con-
tact the guide bearings when the blade is
against the rear support bearing during the
cut or the blade teeth will be damaged.
Figure 49. Blade guide controls.
Knurled
Knob
Blade Guide
Bearings
Bearing Rotation
Cap Screw
Lateral Rod
Cap Screw
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