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Warranty and Service 

WMH Tool Group, Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our 
Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of 
these WMH Tool Group Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or 
perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET

® 

tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in 

your area call 1-800-274-6848. 

MORE INFORMATION 

WMH Tool Group is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check 
with your local WMH Tool Group distributor, or visit jettools.com. 

WARRANTY 

JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW stands for Metalworking, 
WW stands for Woodworking). 

 

 
WHAT IS COVERED? 

This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below. Cutting tools, 
abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage. 

WHO IS COVERED? 

This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product. 

WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE? 

The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product. 

WHAT IS NOT COVERED? 

Five Year and Lifetime Warranties do not cover products used for commercial, industrial or educational purposes. 
Products with Five Year or Lifetime Warranties that are used for commercial, industrial or education purposes revert 
to a One Year Warranty. This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence 
or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, improper repair or alterations, or lack of maintenance. 

HOW TO GET SERVICE 

The product or par t must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to a location designated by us. For the name 
of the location nearest you, please call 1-800-274-6848. 
You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the 
merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchase price, 
at our option. We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that 
there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will, 
at your direction, dispose of or return the product. In the event you choose to have the product returned, you will be 
responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return. 

HOW STATE LAW APPLIES 

This warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 

LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY 

WMH TOOL GROUP LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR 
EACH PRODUCT. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND 
FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED 
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 
WMH TOOL GROUP SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, 
OR FOR INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE 
OF OUR PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 
WMH Tool Group sells through distributors only. The specifications in WMH catalogs are given as general information 
and are not binding. Members of WMH Tool Group reserve the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, those 
alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever. 
JET

® 

branded products are not sold in Canada by WMH Tool Group. 

 
 

Summary of Contents for J-9180

Page 1: ...Manual 7 Zip Miter Bandsaw Model J 9180 WMH TOOL GROUP Inc 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 30786 Part No M 414464 Ph 800 274 6848 Revision A1 03 09 www wmhtoolgroup com Copyright WMH 2009 Tool...

Page 2: ...mination postage prepaid to a location designated by us For the name of the location nearest you please call 1 800 274 6848 You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the co...

Page 3: ...Blade Speeds 9 Blade Selection 10 Blade Break in Procedures 10 Operations 10 Hydraulic Feed Control 10 Evaluating Cutting Efficiency 10 Setting the Work Stop 11 Quick Release Vise Operation 11 Miter...

Page 4: ...ricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk of exposure varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to thes...

Page 5: ...clean for the best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories 26 Make sure the work piece is securely clamped in the vise Never use your hand to hold the work...

Page 6: ...ol allow the efficient cutting of virtually any material The Model J 9180 bandsaw is equipped with a coolant system which can greatly extend blade life and speed the cutting of a variety of materials...

Page 7: ...hat is part of the blade tension mechan ism The blade tension mechanism is used to tighten the saw blade on the blade wheels Blade tension generally requires adjustment only after the saw blade is cha...

Page 8: ...the saw stand top assembly the cutting head or bow should be in the down position Referring to Figure 3 1 The saw A and stand top B come as an assembled unit Use a hoist to lift and place the saw ont...

Page 9: ...Motor Speed Selector select Low for 137 SFPM High for 275 SFPM machine will not operate when Off is selected On Off Switch main power switch Standby Lamp Indicator indicates that power is present i e...

Page 10: ...he same position and begin a second cut on the same or similar workpiece 5 When the blade has completed about 1 3 of the cut increase the feed rate Watch the chip formation until cutting is at its mos...

Page 11: ...Referring to Figure 8 The vise on the J 9180 bandsaw comes equipped with a quick release handle that permits the workpiece to be rapidly repositioned or changed for a repeated cutting operation while...

Page 12: ...uns at all times when the machine is turned on Two coolant flow control valves A Fig 10 located on the top of the bearing blocks control the amount of flow from the nozzles Coolant flow should be adju...

Page 13: ...the clearance is incorrect the blade may track off the drive wheel Disconnect the bandsaw saw from its electrical power source If required adjust guide bearings on one assembly then the other as foll...

Page 14: ...etion of a cutting operation The microswitch wheel E should be pressed against the plate F which is attached to the hydraulic cylinder bracket G If this is not the case make a note of how much the swi...

Page 15: ...clockwise until the blade E hangs loose 4 Pull the blade E off the drive wheel F and idler wheel G and out of the blade guides H1 H2 Store the removed blade carefully before proceeding Installing New...

Page 16: ...ring the bearings are lubri cated and sealed periodic lubrication is not required Wheel Bushings six to eight drops of oil each week Pivot Points Shafts and Bearing areas six to eight drops of oil eac...

Page 17: ...aw without pressure on workpiece 1 Use a finer tooth blade 2 Try a lower blade speed 3 Decrease spring tension 4 Increase feed pressure hard spots Reduce speed increase feed pres sure Scale 5 Increase...

Page 18: ...r on side back of blade 1 Blade guides worn 2 Blade guide bearings not adjusted 3 Blade guide bearing bracket is loose 1 Replace blade guides 2 Adjust blade guide bearings 3 Tighten blade guide bearin...

Page 19: ...Locking Handle M8x30 1 25 9180 25 Blade Adjust Bar 1 26 TS 1524021 Set Screw M8x10 2 27 TS 1503021 Socket Head Cap Screw M6x10 1 28 9180 28 Lift Handle 1 29 9180 29 Handle Grip 1 30 9180 30 Fixed Plat...

Page 20: ...0 89 Round Head Key 7x7x30 1 90 9180 90 Bearing 1 91 9180 91 Spring 1 92 9180 92 Spring 1 96 9180 96 Idler Wheel 1 99 9180 99 Nut M20xP1 1 100 5674035 Blade Standard 3 4 x 035x82 x5 8VT 1 5674036 Blad...

Page 21: ...Head Cap Screw M12x80 1 207 TS 1523051 Set Screw M6x16 2 208 TS 1540081 Hex Nut M12 1 210 9180 210 Cylinder Cover 1 214 9180 214 Control Box Label 1 215 Electrical Control Box Assembly Reference Only...

Page 22: ...180 258 Bracket 1 259 TS 1550031 Flat Washer M5 2 260 TS 1502021 Socket Head Cap Screw M5x10 2 282 9180 282 Handle 1 283 TS 1504031 Socket Head Cap Screw M8x16 2 284 TS 1540061 Hex Nut M8 2 285 TS 236...

Page 23: ...23 Saw Assembly Drawing 1 of 3...

Page 24: ...24 Saw Assembly Drawing 2 of 3...

Page 25: ...25 Saw Assembly Drawing 3 of 3...

Page 26: ...Electrical Box 1 215 13 9180 215 13 Cable Relief 3 215 14 9180 215 14 Cable Relief 1 215 15 9180 215 15 Cable Relief 3 215 16 9180 215 16 Net Plate 1 215 17 9180 215 17 Rail 1 215 18 9180 215 18 Brac...

Page 27: ...27 Electrical Box Assembly...

Page 28: ...28 Wiring Diagram WMH Tool Group Inc 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 30786 Phone 800 274 6848 www wmhtoolgroup com...

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