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Jet JWBS-15-3 User Manual

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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Woodworking Band Saws
Model JWBS-15, JWBS-18, JWBS-20
JET
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-714600
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Edition 5 09/2018
www.jettools.com Copyright © 2017 JET
JWBS-20 shown
For serial nos.:
JWBS-15: 17120226 and higher
JWBS-17: 18030001 and higher
JWBS-18: 17110021 and higher
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Jet JWBS-15-3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJet
ModelJWBS-15-3
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Awareness and Training

Read manual, warnings, and use only if trained.

Personal Safety and Workspace Preparation

Wear safety gear, clear workspace, use proper cords, and secure work.

Operational Safety Practices

Disconnect for service, correct feed, adjust guides, use push sticks, proper grounding.

Additional Precautions and Stance

Keep visitors clear, child-proof, undivided attention, balanced stance, use right tool.

Workspace Safety and Electrical Checks

Remove loose items, keep hands clear, avoid wet conditions, use safety key.

Specifications

JWBS-15 Model Specifications

Detailed specifications for the JWBS-15 band saw.

JWBS-18 Model Specifications

Detailed specifications for the JWBS-18 band saw.

JWBS-20 Model Specifications

Detailed specifications for the JWBS-20 band saw.

Setup and Assembly Procedures

Electrical Connection Diagrams

Grounding Instructions

Importance and procedure for grounding the band saw for safety.

Adjustments

Blade Installation and Changing

Step-by-step guide for installing or replacing the saw blade.

Blade Tension Adjustment

How to set and adjust blade tension for optimal cutting.

Blade Tracking Procedure

Steps for tracking the saw blade on the wheels.

Upper Blade Guide Adjustment

Setting upper blade guide bearings for proper blade control.

Drive Belt Replacement and Tensioning

Steps for replacing and properly tensioning the drive belt.

Operating Controls

Operation

General Operating Procedure

Basic steps for safe and effective band saw operation.

User Maintenance

Blade Selection Guide

Material, Thickness, and Feed Rate Guide

Chart for selecting blade pitch, type, and feed rate by material.

Troubleshooting Band Saw Issues

Operational Problems

Common operational issues and their probable causes and corrections.

Mechanical and Electrical Problems

Troubleshooting common mechanical and electrical issues.

JWBS-15 Assembly Exploded View

JWBS-15 Assembly Parts List

JWBS-18 Bandsaw Assembly Exploded View

JWBS-18 Bandsaw Assembly Parts List

JWBS-20 Bandsaw Assembly Exploded View

JWBS-20 Bandsaw Assembly Parts List

Electrical Connections

1.75HP Models Wiring

Wiring diagrams for 1.75HP models (714600, 714700).

3HP Models Wiring

Wiring diagrams for 3HP models (714650, 714750, 714800).

5HP Model Wiring

Wiring diagrams for the 5HP model (714850).

Warranty and Service Information

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