Rikon Power Tools 10-326 User Manual

10-326
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10-326M4
14” Deluxe Bandsaw
Operator’s Manual
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Rikon Power Tools 10-326 Specifications

General

Type	Bandsaw
Motor	1-3/4 HP, 115/230V, 14/7 Amp, 1 Phase
Table Size	19-5/8 x 15-3/4 in.
Cutting Capacity (Height)	6 inches
Cutting Height Capacity	6 inches

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY SYMBOLS

Explains various safety alert symbols used in the manual.

GENERAL SAFETY

Provides general safety guidelines for operating power tools.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Covers essential electrical safety precautions and grounding requirements.

EXTENSION CORDS

Provides guidelines and recommendations for using extension cords.

SPECIFIC BAND SAW SAFETY

Details specific safety precautions for operating band saws.

PACKAGE CONTENTS AND SETUP

ASSEMBLY

TABLE ASSEMBLY

RIP FENCE ASSEMBLY

INSTALL HAND WHEELS AND TOOL HOLDER

ADJUSTMENTS

TILTING THE TABLE

SETTING TABLE SQUARENESS

TRACKING THE SAW BLADE

Guide to adjusting the blade tracking for optimal performance.

BLADE TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Steps to properly tension the bandsaw blade.

CHANGING THE BANDSAW BLADE

Detailed procedure for safely replacing the bandsaw blade.

ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDES

ADJUSTING RIP FENCE AND GUARD

CHANGING BLADE SPEED AND BELT TENSION

OPERATION

BASIC OPERATION

RE-SAWING TECHNIQUES

MAINTENANCE, WIRING, AND TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON ISSUES

Common bandsaw problems and their potential solutions.

BAND SAW BLADE GUIDES AND USAGE

BLADE SELECTION AND INSTALLATION

DIAGNOSING BLADE PROBLEMS