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Rikon Power Tools 10-321 User Manual

Rikon Power Tools 10-321
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14” Bandsaw w/Open Stand
Owners Manual
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Serial number:
Date of purchase:
Part #10-321M1
Model: 10-321
Shown with optional Mobility Kit
Model # 13-321
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Rikon Power Tools 10-321 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRikon Power Tools
Model10-321
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operator Safety: Required Reading

General Safety Warnings

Essential safety precautions for operating the bandsaw, covering electrical, environmental, and personal safety aspects.

Special Safety Rules For Bandsaws

Blade Handling and Cutting Procedures

Guidelines for safe blade operation, including stopping, hand placement, material feeding, and cut completion.

Blade Maintenance and Adjustment

Procedures for setting blade guides, tension, tracking, and releasing tension for storage.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Bandsaw Specifications

Assembly Instructions

Tools Required for Assembly

List of tools needed to assemble the bandsaw, including screwdrivers and wrenches.

Unpacking and Checking Contents

Guidance on safely unpacking the bandsaw and verifying all parts are present before assembly.

Initial Assembly Steps

Detailed steps for assembling the bandsaw stand, dust port, table, and components.

Final Assembly Connections

Instructions for mounting the table, leveling, attaching the crank handle, and connecting dust ports.

Know Your Bandsaw

Adjustments

Centering the Table

Procedure to align the saw blade with the center of the table for accurate cuts.

Setting Table Square to Saw Blade

Steps to ensure the table is perpendicular to the saw blade for precise cuts.

Setting Table Square Back of Blade

Ensuring the table is square to the blade's non-tooth side for correct cutting alignment.

Tilting the Table

Instructions for adjusting the table angle for bevel cuts, from 0 to 45 degrees.

Adjusting Blade Tension

How to properly set the tension for the saw blade using the tension knob and indicator.

Changing and Adjusting the Saw Blade

Procedure for safely replacing the bandsaw blade and ensuring proper installation and tracking.

Tracking the Band Saw Blade

Method for aligning the saw blade to run true in the center of the band saw wheels.

Setting the Cutting Height

Adjusting the upper blade guide to be close to the workpiece for optimal cutting.

Adjusting the Blade Guides

Procedure for setting upper and lower blade guides and rollers for blade support and alignment.

Changing the Blade Speed

Instructions on how to change the bandsaw's two blade speed settings for different materials.

Drive Belt Positions for Speed

Diagrams and instructions for setting the drive belt for low (1620 ft/min) and high (3340 ft/min) speeds.

Changing the Drive Belt

Step-by-step guide for safely removing and installing a new drive belt on the bandsaw.

Operating the Bandsaw

Maintenance

Regular Bandsaw Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the table, machine exterior, motor vents, and interior to ensure proper operation.

Blade Care and Storage

Recommendations for prolonging blade life, including releasing tension during storage.

Electrical Schematic

Parts Diagram A: Stand Assembly

Parts List A: Stand Components

Parts Diagram B: Main Machine Components

Parts List B: Main Machine Components

Parts Diagram C: Drive System Components

Parts List C: Drive System Components

Parts Diagram D: Table and Trunnion Assembly

Parts List D: Table and Trunnion Components

Parts Diagram E: Blade Tension Mechanism

Parts List E: Blade Tension Components

Parts Diagram F: Blade Guide Assembly

Parts List F: Blade Guide Components

Bandsaw Blade Selection Guide

Choosing the Correct Blade Width

Guidelines for selecting the appropriate blade width based on cutting radius and machine capability.

Choosing the Correct TPI

Advice on selecting the number of teeth per inch (TPI) based on material and desired finish.

Installing Your Bandsaw Blade

Step-by-step instructions for properly installing a new bandsaw blade onto the wheels.

Diagnosing Blade Problems

Common issues with bandsaw blades, their causes, and suggested remedies for wear, vibration, and breakage.

Warranty Information

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