Magnum Industrial MI-91500, Operating Manual

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BASIC ADJUSTMENTS
MAGNUM INDUSTRIAL MI-91500 DELUXE 14” BAND SAW
ADJUSTING BLADE GUARD
The BLADE GUARD (A) can be adjusted to accommodate the
height of the workpiece. To prevent the blade (which is flexible
and which would not otherwise be supported) from slipping
out of position during cutting, and to reduce risks of injuries,
expose a minimum amount of blade.
The blade guard should be set 1/8” to 1/4” above the workpiece
to prevent the blade from flexing out of position or offline
during cutting. See Figure 41.
To adjust the height of the blade guard
1. Make sure the band saw is turned off and the power cord
is disconnected from the power source.
2. Loosen the LOCK KNOB (B) . See Figure 42.
3. Move the blade guide assembly up or down by turning the
HAND WHEEL (C) . Then re-tighten the lock knob C.
The DEPTH GAUGE (D) on the blade guard can be
used as a reference but it is not intended for precise
measurements. See Figure 43.
WARNING!
To avoid injury, ensure the power switch is OFF and the power cord is unplugged before adjusting the band saw.
FIGURE 41: BLADE GUARD ADJUSTMENT
FIGURES 42 and 43: BLADE GUARD ADJUSTMENTS
41
42
B
C
D
43
NOTES