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9 9 I IN NC CH H ( (2 22 29 9M MM M) ) B BE EN NC CH H B BA AN ND D S SA AW W
9 9 I IN NC CH H ( (2 22 29 9M MM M) ) B BE EN NC CH H B BA AN ND D S SA AW W
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CATALOG NO.
BDBS100
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a
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14. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your 20. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTEN-DED. extension cord is in good condition. When using an TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the machine until it extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry comes to a complete stop. A child or visitor could be injured. the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will 21. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and MACHINE F
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POWER CONNECTIONS A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. Before connecting the machine to the power line, make sure the switch (s) is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same cha
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EXTENSION CORDS WARNING: Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. C, shows the correct gauge to use depending on the cord lengt
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9 IN. BENCH BAND SAW PARTS 1 1 - Band Saw 2 - Lamp 3 - Lamp Cord Clamps(2) 4 - 1/4in. Lockwashers (2) 5 - M6x1x12mm Cap Head Screws (2) 2 4 3 5 Fig. 2 6 - Table 7 - M6x1 Wing Nut 8 - M6 Flat Washer 6 9 - M6x1x30mm Pan Head Screw 10 - 4mm Hex Wrench 19 11 - 3mm Hex Wrench 12 - Pointer 16 13 - M5x.8x10mm Pan Head Screw 17 14 - M10 Flat Washer 18 15 - Lever Assembly 16 - Pinion Knob 14 17 - Spring 7 15 18 - Special Screw 8 10 9 19 - Miter Guage 11 (Optional) 13 12 Fig. 3 6
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ASSEMBLY WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT A CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL THE MACHINE IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND B THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL. G C E ASSEMBLING TABLE D TO MACHINE 1. Locate table locking lever (shown disassembled) Fig. 4, M10 flat washer (B) and 4mm wrench (C). 2. Using the 4mm wrench (C) Fig. 4, supplied, remove Fig. 4 screw (D) and spring (E) from handle (A) and remove handle from nut (G). Do not lose spring (E). 3. Place table
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6. Locate pinion knob (N) Fig. 9, spring (O), and special screw (P). N O P Fig. 9 7. Position pinion knob (N) Fig. 10, onto the back of saw so that the teeth on the pinion knob (N) engage the teeth on the trunnion (R). Fasten in place with special screw (P) and spring using the supplied 4mm wrench. R P N Fig. 10 8. Fasten pointer (S) Fig. 11, to the back of band saw using the M5x.8x10mm pan head screw (T). 9. Place locking handle (F) Fig. 4, onto stud (G). Place spring (E) Fig. 4, inside hole of
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ATTACHING LAMP TO A MACHINE 1. Fasten the lamp bracket (A) Fig. 13, to the top cover of the machine, using two M6x1x12mm cap head screws (B) and 1/4 in. lockwashers as shown. 2. Peel backing from cord clamps (C) Fig. 13A, and B apply one clamp at each of the locations shown. Make certain the lamp cord is routed out of the way of the blade, then secure cord (D) to cord clamps (C) as shown in Fig. 13A. Fig. 13 3. The flexible lamp operates independently of the band saw. To turn the lamp on and off
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS RECOMMENDED FOR WOOD CUTTING ONLY. STARTING AND STOPPING SAW The switch (A) Fig. 15, is located on the front side of the band saw. To turn the saw “ON” move the switch A (A) up to the “ON” position. To turn the saw “OFF” move the switch (A) down to the “OFF” position. Fig. 15 LOCKING SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION IMPORTANT: When the tool is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use. This ca
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ADJUSTING A BLADE TENSION B Blades of 1/8 in., 1/4 in., and 3/8 in. in width by 59-1/2 in. in length are available for use with your band saw. NOTE: The blade tension must be adjusted to accommodate different blade widths in order to provide proper blade tracking, cutting performance, and blade life. C WARNING: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. After the desired blade is assembled to the two D wheels, turn tension knob (A) Fig. 19, clockwise until spring (B) begins to compress. Fig. 19
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ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT BEARING IMPORTANT: BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER BLADE GUIDES MUST BE PROPERLY ADJUSTED TO PREVENT THE BLADE FROM TWISTING DURING OPERATION. WARNING: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. NOTE: Upper blade guard (B) Fig. 22, is shown removed for clarity. G 2. Loosen the two screws (C) Fig. 22, and adjust the blade guides (D) as close as possible to the sides of H F the saw blade, being careful not to pinch the blade. E Then tighten the two screws (C)
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ADJUSTING LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT BEARING E The lower blade guides and blade support bearing should be adjusted at the same time as the upper guides and support bearings as follows: F G D WARNING: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. C 1. Loosen two screws (A) Fig. 24, and move guides A B (B) as close as possible to the sides of the blade, being A careful not to pinch the blade. Then tighten the two screws (A). Fig. 24 2. The front edge of guide blocks (B) Fig. 24, should be adjus
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ADJUSTING THE TABLE POSITIVE STOPS H Positive stops are provided for the table at the 90 and 45 degree angle to the blade. To check and adjust the G positive stops, proceed as follows: WARNING: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM F POWER SOURCE. 1. Tilt the table to the 90 degree position as shown in E Fig. 27, and tighten lock handle (A) Fig. 28. Place a square (H) Fig. 27, on the table and against the blade and check to see if the blade is 90 degrees to the table Fig. 27 surface. If an adjustment is nece
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CHANGING BLADES WARNING: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. To change blades: 1. Press in door latches (A) Fig. 34, and open door (B) as shown. 2. Loosen two screws (C) Fig. 35, and remove blade guard (D). 3. Release tension on the band saw blade by turning tension knob (E) Fig. 34 counterclockwise. 4. Remove table alignment screw (F) Fig. 36. 5. Slip the blade off both wheels and guide it out through the slot in the table. 6. Check the new blade to make sure that the teeth will point down t
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MITER GUAGE (OPTIONAL) Some Band Saws come with a miter gauge. If your B machine has a miter gauge, you can adjust it up to 45 degrees, right and left. Loosen the lock knob (A), rotate the miter gauge body (B) and tighten the lock knob (A). A Fig. 38 illustrates a typical cross-cutting operation using the accessory miter gauge. Notice how the upper blade guide assembly is set slightly above the work surface. Fig. 38 OPERATING THE BAND SAW Before starting the machine, see that all adjustments are
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Fig. 40 Fig. 40 illustrates a typical bevel cutting operation using the accessory miter gage. 17
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE In spite of how well a band saw is maintained, problems can occur. The following troubleshooting guide will help you solve the more common problems: Trouble: SAW WILL NOT START. Probable Cause Remedy 1. Saw not plugged in. 1. Plug in saw. 2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. 2. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. 3. Cord damaged. 3. Have cord replaced. Trouble: BREAKER KICKS OUT FREQUENTLY. Probable Cause Remedy 1. Extension cord too light or too long. 1. Replace w
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Trouble: BAND SAW MAKES UNSATISFACTORY CUTS. Probable Cause Remedy 1. Blade not tensioned properly. 1. Adjust blade tension. 2. Blade guides improperly adjusted. 2. Check and adjust blade guides. 3. Blade support bearing improperly set. 3. Adjust blade support bearing. 4. Blade wheel not tracking properly. 4. Check and adjust blade tracking. 5. Bad weld on blade. 5. Replace the blade. 6. Worn tires. 6. Replace tires. 7. Incorrect blade for work being done. 7. Change the blade. 8. Dull blade or i
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ACCESSORIES Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:1-800-544-6986. WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous. MAINTENANCE Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid. IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILI
