HARVEY C14 - User Manual

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Natalie Bowers PhDSep 12, 2025
What causes premature dulling of saw teeth on my HARVEY Saw?
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  sandragriffinSep 12, 2025
  Premature dulling of saw teeth on your HARVEY Saw can be caused by: * A blade pitch that is too fine. Use a blade with a coarser pitch. * Feed pressure that is too light. Increase feed pressure. * A cutting rate that is too low. Increase feed pressure and cutting rate. * An incorrect choice of blade. Select the proper blade. * A chipped tooth or foreign object lodged in the cut. Stop the saw and remove the lodged particle. Replace the blade if damaged.
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Abigail CrosbySep 14, 2025
Why doesn't my HARVEY Band Saw attain full speed?
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  Ashley RomeroSep 14, 2025
  If your HARVEY Band Saw does not attain full speed, it could be due to: * An extension cord that is too light or too long. Replace it with an adequate size and length of cord. * Low current. Contact a qualified electrician.
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Nicole HallSep 16, 2025
Why does my HARVEY C14 blade form cracks at the base of the teeth?
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  Nancy RobertsSep 16, 2025
  If your HARVEY Saw blade forms cracks at the base of the teeth, it could be due to: * Teeth not suitable for the operation or incorrectly set. Replace with a proper blade. * Blade thickness not suitable for band wheel diameter. Replace with a proper thickness blade. * Blade sharpened incorrectly, becoming overheated. Sharpen the blade properly or replace it. * Band wheels have become misaligned. Contact a service representative.
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mparkerNov 20, 2025
What to do if my HARVEY C14 machine will not start?
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  harrisjeanNov 20, 2025
  If your HARVEY Saw machine won't start, restart, repeatedly trips the circuit breaker, or blows fuses, consider these potential causes: * **No incoming power:** Verify the machine is connected to a power source and the safety key is installed. * **Damaged cord:** Replace the cord. * **Overload automatic reset:** Allow the machine to cool for a few minutes. If the problem persists, check the amp setting on the motor starter. * **Building circuit breaker trips or fuse blows:** Verify the band saw is on a circuit of the correct size. If correct, check for a loose electrical lead and the amp setting on the motor starter. * **Motor overheated:** Clean the motor of dust or debris and allow it to cool. * **Motor failure:** Replace the motor. * **Miswiring:** Refer to the wiring dia...