HARVEY HW615 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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amanda22Aug 19, 2025
Why does my HARVEY Saw blade keep breaking?
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  Cynthia MillsAug 19, 2025
  A HARVEY Saw blade may break prematurely due to several reasons: the feed force might be too great, so reduce it. The blade pitch could be too coarse; in that case, refer to the blade selection chart and use a finer pitch blade. Also, check if the guide bearings are not properly supporting the blade; inspect them for correct position and signs of wear, adjusting or replacing them as needed. Lastly, the blade might be tensioned too tightly, so reduce the tension.
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Cheryl AllenAug 21, 2025
How to fix HARVEY HW615 Saw blade cutting inaccurately?
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  wcurtisAug 21, 2025
  If your HARVEY Saw blade is cutting inaccurately, consider these potential causes and solutions: * Clean the blade if there's gum or pitch on it. * Replace the blade if the teeth are worn or the blade is damaged. * Ensure the fence is parallel to the blade and align it properly if it isn't. * Adjust the blade guides properly if they are incorrectly adjusted. * Reduce the feed force if the workpiece is being fed too strongly. * Position the upper blade guides about 1/8” above the workpiece. * Install the correct blade for the operation. * Increase the blade tension if it is too light.
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Christina HughesAug 26, 2025
How to prevent rough surface finish on workpiece with HARVEY HW615?
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  Margaret JonesAug 26, 2025
  If the surface finish on your workpiece is rough when using the HARVEY Saw, it might be because the blade pitch is too coarse; try changing to a finer pitch blade. Alternatively, you might be feeding the workpiece too strongly, so reduce the feed force.
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Deanna ShawAug 27, 2025
Why does the HARVEY HW615 Saw table vibrate while sawing?
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  Roger HicksAug 27, 2025
  If your HARVEY Saw table is vibrating while sawing, it could be due to a drive belt that is too slack; increase the tension on the drive belt, and replace it if it's worn. Another cause could be sawdust or debris on the wheel, or a worn/damaged tire; keep the band wheels clean and replace the tires if necessary.
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david88Aug 29, 2025
Why HARVEY Saw blade forms cracks at base of teeth?
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  Lacey ThomasAug 30, 2025
  Cracks at the base of the teeth on your HARVEY Saw blade can occur if the teeth are not suitable for the operation or are incorrectly set; replace with a proper blade. Also, the blade thickness might not be suitable for the band wheel diameter, so replace it with a proper thickness blade. If the blade was sharpened incorrectly and became overheated, sharpen it properly or replace it. If the band wheels have become misaligned, contact a service representative.
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Jared ArnoldSep 1, 2025
What causes premature dulling of saw teeth on HARVEY HW615?
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  Timothy SanchezSep 1, 2025
  Premature dulling of saw teeth on your HARVEY Saw can be caused by several factors. The blade pitch may be too fine, so try using a blade with a coarser pitch. Also, the feed pressure might be too light, so increase it. If the cutting rate is too low, increase both the feed pressure and the cutting rate. Ensure you've selected the proper blade for the material. Finally, check for a chipped tooth or a foreign object lodged in the cut; stop the saw, remove any lodged particles, and replace the blade if damaged.
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Richard RoweSep 3, 2025
How to fix HARVEY HW615 Saw table tilt not holding position?
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  Roy PerezSep 3, 2025
  If the table tilt on your HARVEY Saw does not hold position under load, it could be that the locking handle is not tight; tighten the locking handle. Alternatively, the trunnion locking mechanism may be broken or worn, in which case you should replace it.
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Melissa JohnsonSep 5, 2025
What causes cracks on back edge of HARVEY Saw blade?
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  Jaime Fowler PhDSep 5, 2025
  Cracks on the back edge of a HARVEY Saw blade may appear if the workpiece is being fed too quickly; reduce the feed speed to lessen strain on the blade. Another cause could be welding on the blade not perfectly aligned; eliminate the welded part and re-weld properly, or acquire a new blade and round the back edge.
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Paul McmahonSep 7, 2025
Why does my HARVEY HW615 Saw blade bind in workpiece?
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  Jesse ChambersSep 7, 2025
  If the HARVEY Saw blade binds in the workpiece, it could be due to incorrect blade tension or a damaged blade; correct accordingly. Alternatively, the blade may be too wide for the desired radius; select a narrower blade.
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Shelly TuckerSep 9, 2025
How to fix HARVEY HW615 Saw table that will not tilt?
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  mariaalexanderSep 9, 2025
  If the table on your HARVEY Saw will not tilt, it could be because the trunnion is not lubricated; lubricate the trunnion. Another possibility is that the trunnion is jammed; disassemble and replace any jammed parts.