Model G0555LX
(Mfd. Since 1/14)
-23-
— If the blade rides in the center of the upper
wheel and is centered on the peak of the
wheel crown, it is properly tracking and
you are done with this procedure—pro-
ceed to
Dust Collection.
— If the blade does is not properly tracking,
then continue with this procedure to adjust
it.
7. Loosen the wing nut on the tracking knob
(see
Figure 25).
8. Spin the upper wheel with one hand and
slowly adjust the tracking knob with the other
hand until the blade consistently tracks in the
center of the wheel.
9. Tighten the wing nut to secure the setting,
then spin the upper wheel several times to
confirm the tracking. If necessary, repeat the
adjustment procedure until the blade is track-
ing properly.
10. Re-adjust the blade guide bearings toward
the blade (refer to
Adjusting Blade Guide
Bearings on Page 27 for detailed instruc-
tions).
11. Close and secure the upper wheel cover
before operating the bandsaw.
Figure 25
.
Tracking knob and wing nut.
Tracking
Knob
Wing Nut
Figure 26. 4" dust hose attached to dust port.
Dust Collection
Dust Collection
To connect dust collection system to machine:
1. Fit the 4" dust hose over the dust port, as
shown in
Figure 26, and secure in place with
a hose clamp.
Minimum CFM at Dust Port: 400 CFM
Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with
the rating of the dust collector. To determine the
CFM at the dust port, you must consider these
variables: (1) CFM rating of the dust collector,
(2) hose type and length between the dust col-
lector and the machine, (3) number of branches
or wyes, and (4) amount of other open lines
throughout the system. Explaining how to cal-
culate these variables is beyond the scope of
this manual. Consult an expert or purchase a
good dust collection "how-to" book.
This machine creates a lot of wood chips/
dust during operation. Breathing airborne
dust on a regular basis can result in perma-
nent respiratory illness. Reduce your risk
by wearing a respirator and capturing the
dust with a dust-collection system.
2. Tug the hose to make sure it does not come
off.
Note: A tight fit is necessary for proper
performance.
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