Model g0717 (Mfg. since 9/10)
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note:
It is sometimes possible to flip the
blade inside out, in which case the blade will
be installed in the wrong direction. Check to
make sure the blade teeth are facing toward
the workpiece, as shown in
Figure 28
,
after
mounting on the bandsaw. Some blades will
have a directional arrow as a guide.
8.
apply a light amount of tension to hold the
blade in place. Work your way around the
blade to adjust the position so the back of
the blade is within
1
⁄
16
" of the flange of the
wheels.
9.
Complete the blade change by following the
steps in
Blade tension
&
Blade tracking
,
on this page & page 28
.
figure 28.
Blade cutting direction.
Blade Travel
proper tension is essential to avoid blade vibra-
tion, twist, or`slippage on the wheels. a correctly
tensioned blade provides long life, straight cuts,
and efficient cutting times.
the three major signs of incorrect blade tension
are: 1) the blade stalls in the cut and slips on the
wheels, 2) the blade frequently breaks, and 3) the
bandsaw does not make straight cuts.
to tension the blade on the bandsaw:
1.
Make sure the blade is tracking properly.
2.
disConneCt BandsaW FroM poWer!
3.
loosen and slide the blade guide as far out
as it will go, then tighten it down again.
4.
turn the tension handwheel in
figure 29
clockwise to tighten the blade or clockwise to
loosen the blade.
5.
tighten the blade until the tension gauge
moves into the green section.
Blade tension
figure 29.
adjusting blade tension.
Blade
tension
handwheel
tension
gauge