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G0513 Series Bandsaws
Basic Controls
Refer to
Figures 1–4
and the following descrip-
tions to become familiar with the basic controls
and components of your bandsaw. Knowledge of
these controls and terminology will help you better
understand this manual.
Control Panel
The 2-button power switch on Models G0513,
G0513P, and G0513X2 is located on the column
for easy access (see
Figure 1
). The power button
can be disabled with a padlock to prevent unau-
thorized startup of the bandsaw (refer to
Page 42
for additional details).
Figure 1.
2-Button power switch.
Figure 2.
Control panel with a switch disabling
lock.
Power Switch
Key
On Button
Off Button
The Models G0513X2B, G0513X2BF, and
G0513X2F feature a power switch that can be
disabled with a key to prevent unauthorized start-
ing of the machine (see
Figure 2
). To disable
the switch, turn the key to "0" and remove it. To
enable the switch, insert the key and turn it to "1."
Front Controls
A.
Blade Tension Scale
: Allows for easy moni-
toring of blade tension in arbitrary numbers
1–8.
B.
Blade Tension Handwheel
: Tensions blade
in gradual increments.
C.
Blade Tracking Window
: Allows you to
monitor blade tracking on the wheel without
opening the wheel cover.
D.
Fence and Miter Gauge
: Supports workpiece
for controlled straight or angled cuts.
Figure 3.
Front controls
(G0513X2BF shown).
A
C
B
D
E
E.
Foot Brake (Models G0513X2BF &
G0513X2F)
: Quickly stops bandsaw blade
and motor.
Motor Brake
The Models G0513X2B and G0513X2BF have a
motor brake that activates and quickly stops the
blade when the OFF button is used, or the foot
pedal is pressed on the Model G0513X2BF.
