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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Portable Horizontal Bandsaws
Models PB-85 and PB-150
WMH TOOL GROUP
2420 Vantage Drive
Elgin, Illinois 60124 Part No. M-414495
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision A1 02/07
www.wmhtoolgroup.com Copyright © WMH Tool Group
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE WMH Tool Group, Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these WMH Tool Group Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET® tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-800-27
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Table of Contents Warranty and Service....................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined. Table of Contents..........................................................................................................................................3 Warning.........................................................................................................................................................4 Introduction ...........
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Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. 4. This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a band saw, do n
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blahblahblah 21. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation. 24. Use the right tool at the correct sp
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Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model PB-85 or PB-150 Band Saw. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual. If there are any questions or comments,
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Features and Terminology Model PB-85 is shown; features are similar for the PB-150. 7
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Contents of the Shipping Container Unpacking (Model PB-85) Open shipping container and check for shipping 1 Band Saw damage. Report any damage immediately to 1 Work Stop Assembly (with two hex nuts) your distributor and shipping agent. Do not 4 Curved Coasters discard any shipping material until the band saw is assembled and running properly. 2 Hex Wrenches (6 and 8mm) 1 Owner's Manual Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are
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Assembly The Band Saw should be disconnected from power during assembly. When transporting the PB-85 band saw, it can be lifted by the bow when the cutting arm is locked in the down position. See Figure 1. Make sure the bow has been lowered all the way and the pin has been pushed in to secure the bow before transporting. Figure 1 The PB-150 is heavy; use an assistant to help lift it by the base. Unpainted surfaces of the band saw are treated with a rust preventative. Clean all
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Grounding Instructions This machine must be properly grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This band saw is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug similar to that shown in Figure 4. The plug must be inserted Figure 4 into a matching outlet that is prop
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Recommended Gauges (AWG) of Extension Cords The green colored rigid ear, lug or tab, extending from the adapter must be connected Extension Cord Length * to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box, as shown in Figure 5. 25 50 75 100 150 200 Amps feet feet feet feet feet feet Extension cords < 5 16 16 16 14 12 12 If an extension cord is necessary, make sure the 5 to 8 16 16 14 12 10 NR cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the machine’s motor plate. A
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Miter Cuts The band saw’s bow can be swiveled for miter cuts (up to 45° on the Model PB-85; up to 60° on the Model PB-150). Loosen the handle (A, Figure 9) and pivot the bow to the desired angle on the scale (B, Figure 9). Adjustable stops (C, Figure 9) for square and 45° enable a quick setup. NOTE: The handle (A, Figure 9) can be adjusted so that it does not interfere with other parts of the machine. Simply pull up on the handle, rotate it on the pin, then release the handle makin
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Blade Replacement 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Raise the bow to vertical position. 3. Loosen the handle (A, Figure 10) and lower the blade guide and front cover (Figure 12) as far as possible. 4. Remove the back blade cover by unscrewing the knobs. 5. Release the blade tension by turning the blade tension knob (Figure 10) counter- clockwise. 6. Extract the blade from the guides and then remove it from around the wheels. (Wear gloves when handling blades to prevent inj
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Operation The PB-85 and PB-150 Band Saws have been designed for dry cutting of metals only. Also, do not cut magnesium as this may present a fire hazard. Support long workpieces with roller stands. The start/stop switch contains a safety feature. To prevent the band saw from being turned on, pull out the section of the switch, as shown in Figure 15, and store it in a safe place. To operate the band saw, re-insert the switch Figure 15 section. The band saw has an internal therma
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5. Rotate the speed dial to the desired setting. Maintenance (The dial can also be rotated while the blade is running.) Refer to the chart in Figure 17 Disconnect the band saw’s for recommended blade speed and plug from the power source before doing any downfeed rate settings. maintenance. 6. Press the blade run button on the hand grip Clean the band saw regularly after each day’s to start the saw blade. work. Clear metal shavings with a suction device or brush, not your hands. Do
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Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power. Check plug connection. Blown electrical panel fuses. Replace fuses. Motor will not start, or Release run button and wait several Thermal overload has tripped. stops suddenly. minutes for overload to reset itself. Defective motor, switch, power cable, Qualified electrician/service personnel or plug. should inspect these items. Motor is overheating. Check that motor air intakes are clear. Overload trips Downfeed pressure
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Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848 between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (CST), Monday through Friday. Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately. 17
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Model PB-85 Bow Assembly (see parts list on pages 20-21) 18
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Model PB-85 Base Assembly (see parts list on pages 20-21) 19
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Parts List: Model PB-85 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ...............PB85-001 .................Body Frame.......................................................... .................................... 1 2 ...............TS-1540041 .............Hex Nut ................................................................ M6............................... 4 3 ...............TS-1551041 .............Lock Washer ........................................................ M6...................
