Model G0886 (Mfd. Since 01/19)
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O. Blade Tension Handwheel w/Gauge:
Increases or decreases blade tension. Gauge
ensures accurate tensioning of blade.
P. Blade Guide Scale: Displays position of left
blade guide arm relative to workpiece.
Q. Blade Guide Arms: Hold blade guides that
support bandsaw blade. Left arm is adjust-
able; right arm is fixed. Place left arm as
close to workpiece as possible during cutting
to prevent blade from twisting.
R. Coolant Valves: Control flow of coolant
through blade guides and onto blade.
S. Headstock Height Stop: Adjustable rod and
bracket that controls upper travel of head-
stock by triggering a limit switch.
Headstock
Figure 3. Headstock controls and components.
Vise Table
T. Fixed Vise Jaw: Helps hold workpiece dur-
ing cutting operations. Has rollers that help
feed material into cutting position.
Figure 4. Vise table controls and components.
U. Movable Vise Jaw: Holds workpiece during
cutting operations. Jaw is positioned manu-
ally and locked hydraulically. Has motorized
rollers that feed material into cutting position.
V. Vise Handwheel: Adjusts position of mov-
able vise jaw relative to fixed vise jaw.
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Proximity Sensor
Figure 5. Proximity sensor components.
W. Proximity Sensor Head: Detects the pres-
ence (within
1
⁄
4
") of metal materials. In combi-
nation with proximity sensor bracket and bar,
functions as a work stop during automated
and repetitive cutting operations.
X. Proximity Sensor Bracket and Bar:
Supports and positions the proximity sensor
head.
Y. Proximity Sensor Adjustment Knob:
Moves proximity sensor bracket and head
laterally in fine increments for precision cut-
ting operations.
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