Model G0886 (Mfd. Since 01/19)
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Coolant is a mixture of cutting fluid and water.
While simple in concept and function, many
issues must be taken into account to mix and
use the correct coolant. Always follow all product
warnings, specifications, and contact the cutting
fluid manufacturer for unanswered questions.
Use the information below as a guideline to
choose the appropriate coolant. Always refer to
the cutting fluid manufacturer for specific applica-
tion and safety information:
• For cutting low alloy, low carbon, and gen-
eral-purpose category metals with a bi-metal
blade —use a water soluble cutting fluid.
• For cutting stainless steels, high carbon, and
high alloy metals, brass, copper, and mild
steels—use "Neat Cutting Oil" (commonly
undiluted mineral oils) that have extreme
pressure additives (EP additives).
• For cutting cast iron, coolant is not
recommended.
Tip: Using a refractometer or hydrometer to
replenish water in water-based coolant can extend
the life of blades and coolant, and ensure consis-
tent cutting results.
Coolant
BIOLOGICAL AND POISON
HAZARD! Use proper per-
sonal protection equipment
when handling coolant and
follow federal, state, and
fluid manufacturer require-
ments to properly dispose
of coolant.
Coolant
This bandsaw has a built-in coolant system
that can extend the life of your bandsaw blades
by lowering the temperature of the blade and
workpiece if used properly when cutting.
Using Coolant
System
FIRE HAZARD! DO NOT cut
magnesium when using oil-
water solutions as coolant!
Always use coolant intend-
ed for magnesium. Water in
the solution could cause a
magnesium-chip fire.
The coolant pump runs automatically when the
main motor is ON (i.e. the blade is running). Two
coolant valves (see Figure 50) control the flow of
coolant onto the blade through the blade guides.
IMPORTANT: Too much flow at the blade guides
will make a mess and can make work area unsafe;
and not enough flow at the cut will overheat blade,
causing blade teeth to load up and break.
NEVER run machine without coolant in the
reservoir or when coolant is below low mark
or you will overheat pump and void war-
ranty! See Adding Coolant on Page 48 for
instructions.
Figure 50. Coolant valves open.
Left Blade-Guide
Coolant Valve
Right Blade-Guide
Coolant Valve
Using Coolant System
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