10
Set The Rip Fence Scale
Fit the rip fence to the table. Use a ruler
to measure the distance between the
blade and the fence.
Slide the scale left or right to adjust the
scale to match the measurement you
have taken.
Scale Locking Screw
Set The Drive Belt Tension
At the rear of the bandsaw, loosen (but
do not remove) the two bolts holding the
motor, using a Hex key.
Pivot Bolt
One bolt passes through a slotted hole in
the mount allowing the motor to rotate
around the pivot bolt.
Apply pressure to the top of the motor,
rotating it to increase drive belt tension.
Tighten the slotted bolt first, then the
pivot bolt.
Slotted Bolt
Open the lower door.
Check the drive belt tension by pressing
the belt.
When set correctly the belt should deflect
by approximately 5mm when using
moderate pressure.
Tip: If you are experiencing a lack of
cutting performance, the blade is easily
stalled or there is a squealing sound
under load, it might be necessary to
increase tension on the drive belt.