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The sawblades may only be changed
when the mains plug is pulled!
To remove the blade:
Open the wheel covers.
Remove the table pin (A, Fig 7) and
the table insert.
Fig 7
Release the blade tension by
operating the quick blade tension lever
and by turning the blade tension
handwheel on top of the machine.
7.2 Blade tracking adjustment
Blade tracking shall never be
performed when the machine is
running.
The sawblade must run on the centre
of the rubber tyres (Fig 8).
Fig 8
With the knob on the back of the
machine the blade tracking can be
adjusted.
Tighten the placed sawblade
sufficiently.
Follow the scale on the back of the
machine.
7.3 Blade tension adjustment
Quick blade tension lever
Place the quick blade tension lever in
the Tension position.
Blade tension is set with the blade
tension handwheel.
Tighten the placed sawblade
sufficiently.
Follow the scale on the back of the
machine.
Note:
When the band saw is not in use, the
blade tension can be reduced with the
quick blade tension lever on top of the
machine.
This will prolong the blade’s life.
Also for blade changing it allows quick
blade tension release.
7.4 Blade guide adjustment
Blade guide adjustment shall never be
performed when the machine is
running.
Position the guide assembly forward/
backward so that the teeth keep a
distance of appr. 2mm to the guide
elements. Secure the back guide roller
so that the distance to the saw blade
is 1mm (Fig 9).
Fig 9
Set the lateral guide elements so that
they contact the sawblade lightly.
The sawblade may not be pushed out
of place.
Test run:
Turn the wheels by hand and inspect
the adjustments made.
Start the machine with care.
Workpiece setup:
Bring the upper blade guide to a
distance of approx 0,5cm to the
workpiece (Fig 10).
Fig 10
For your own safety, always set the
saw guide as close to the workpiece
as possible.
7.5 Folding the bandsaw blade
Hold the bandsaw blade in one hand.
Let it hang down vertically and hold it
to the floor with a foot. Turn your hand
through 360° (a complete circle), as
you move it down towards the floor.
8. Maintenance and inspection
General notes:
Maintenance, cleaning and repair
work may only be carried out after
the machine is protected against
accidental starting by pulling the
mains plug.
Repair and maintenance work on the
electrical system may only be carried
out by a qualified electrician.
Clean the machine regularly.
Inspect the proper function of the dust
extraction daily.
All protective and safety devices must
be re-attached immediately after
completed cleaning, repair and
maintenance work.
Defective safety devices must be
replaced immediately.
Inspect the correct blade tension
regularly. Take away the blade tension
if the machine is not in use for a
longer time period.
Inspect the blade guide adjustment
regularly.
Wheels:
The rubber tyre of the wheels must be
cleaned regularly.
The upper wheel support must be
lubricated regularly.
