Model G0568/G0569 (Mfd. Since 10/11)
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Adjusting Tension
Lever
The quick release tension lever is setup correctly
for use with the preinstalled 181" blade. However,
if you install a different length blade, you will need
to adjust the tension lever adjustment screw so
the quick release tension lever works correctly.
Tools Needed:
Qty
Hex Wrench 6mm .............................................. 1
Wrench 13mm ................................................... 2
To adjust the tension lever:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Open the wheel covers, remove the bandsaw
blade, then install the new one (refer to
Blade
Changes on Page 47).
3. Loosen the jam nut on the tension adjustment
screw 7-10 turns.
4. Put the quick release tension lever in the
down (engaged) position, then turn the blade
tension handwheel until the blade tension
matches the mark on the blade tension scale
for the appropriate blade thickness.
5. Thread the tension adjustment screw (see
Figure 79) down until it contacts the wheel
block plate, then back it off 1-2 turns.
Figure 79. Example of quick release tension
lever adjustment screw.
6. Tighten the jam nut.
Jam Nut
Wheel Block
Plate
Tension
Adjustment
Screw
Adjusting Guide
Post Travel
The guide post assembly should remain paral-
lel with the blade front-to-back and side-to-side
along its length of travel. If it does not, follow these
instructions to correctly adjust the guide post.
Tools Needed:
Machinist's Square ............................................ 1
Small Fine Ruler ................................................ 1
Hex Wrench 5mm .............................................. 1
Metal Shims ....................................... As Needed
To check/adjust the guide post parallel side-
to-side with the blade:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Tighten the blade to the tension that will be
used during operation.
3. Loosen the guide post lock knob, raise the
guide post, lock it in place, then place a
machinist’s square on the table next to the
side of the blade as illustrated in
Figure 80.
Figure 80. Squaring table to blade.
4. Adjust the table square with the blade using
the table tilt handwheel, then secure it with
the table tilt lock lever.
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