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Model G0568/G0569 (Mfd. Since 10/11)
Wheel alignment is one of the most critical factors
for optimal performance from your bandsaw.
Heat, vibration, wandering, blade wear, tire wear
and overall bandsaw wear are considerably
decreased when the wheels are properly aligned
or “coplanar.”
Coplanar wheels automatically track the blade
by balancing it on the crown of the wheel. This is
known as coplanar tracking.
Components and Hardware Needed:
Qty
70
1
/
4
" Long Wood 2 x 4 ...................................... 1
Tools Needed:
Wrench 17mm.................................................... 1
Tape Measure .................................................... 1
Circular Saw ...................................................... 1
Jointer ................................................................ 1
To check if your wheels are coplanar:
1. The body of the bandsaw does not allow
you to place a regular straightedge across
both wheels at the same time. We’ve found
a simple way to overcome this situation. All
you need is a 70
1
/
4
" x 2" x 4" board, a jointer
and a circular saw. Run the 2" x 4" across a
jointer on the side to be placed against the
wheels, then cut a 1
1
⁄
2
" x 28
1
/
4
" notch out
of the center. Refer to
Figure 85 for more
details on how to make this gauge.
2. After you’ve made your coplanarity gauge,
remove the fence and table, then open both
wheel covers.
3. Make sure the guide blocks and rear sup-
port bearings are away from the blade, then
tighten your blade to the tension that it will be
used during operation.
4. Place your gauge up against both wheels in
the positions shown in
Figure 86.
Wheel Alignment
Figure 85. Dimensions of coplanarity gauge.
Side View
70¼"
4"
21"
21"
28¼"
1½"
Coplanarity
Gauge
Gauge Positions
Tracking
Knob
Adjustment
Hub
Wheels
Figure 86. Checking for coplanarity.
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