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LEVELLING THE V-18
It is important that the V-18 II be levelled and provision is made to secure the saw with concrete anchors to
the floor. Using a machinist's level, level the saw from side to side and from front to back. When any additional
conveyor(s) are being attached to the machine, they must be aligned to the table of the machine properly.
Misalignment could cause problems during shuttle movements and inaccurate cuts.
HYDRAULIC OIL
The V-18 II bandsaw is supplied with Texaco Rando HD46 oil. If it is necessary to change the oil to a different
brand it is good practice to empty the hydraulic tank using a pump. Fill the hydraulic tank approximately 1/3 full with
the new brand of oil and operate the saw through several cycles with maximum cylinder extension. Drain the
hydraulic tank again and then refill to capacity with the new brand.
CUTTING FLUID
As the V-18 II operates with an open reservoir to contain the cutting fluid, no cutting fluid can be shipped with
the saw. There are two main types of cutting fluids available, oil based and synthetic. For oil based fluids the dilution
ratio is 1:10.One part concentrate to ten parts water. For synthetic cutting fluids dilution, if required, should be done
to the specifications as recommended by the manufacturer.
A machinists level being used in both directions,
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