Saw Blade
!
WARNING
Disconnect power to the machine before
performing any maintenance.
Figure 6
Choosing the Correct Saw Blade
Choose the correct saw blade according to the
species of wood as well as it’s dimension.
Note
: Always use a sharp saw blade. A
sharp blade not only gives a better cut it
lessens load on the saw arbor thereby
prolonging bearing life. As well, a dull
blade heightens the possibility of material
kick back and poses a danger to the
operator.
Replacing the Saw Blade
1. To remove the saw blade first loosen the
arbor lock handle (B, Figure 6) and the
carriage lock handle (A, Figure 6).
Note
; Make sure the carriage lock handle
is not pushed down and into the carriage
support casting or it will break when the
carriage is lowered.
Figure 7
2. Turn the carriage height hand wheel (C,
Figure 6) to lower the pressure wheels to
a distance of approximately ¼” above the
conveyor chain.
3. Turn the saw blade height hand wheel (D,
Figure 6) to raise the saw blade to a
distance of approximately ¼” above the
conveyor chain. This will prevent the
possibility of damage to the blade when
removing it.
4. Use the supplied arbor wrench (A, Figure
7) and arbor bolt wrench (B, Figure 7) to
loosen the arbor bolt. Use a block of
wood (C, Figure 7) to support the arbor
wrench for better stability. Remove the
bolt and damper.
Note
: The arbor bolt is standard right hand
thread rotation.
5. Remove saw blade.
6. Before installing the new saw blade
thoroughly clean the arbor bolt, damper,
and arbor flange. Make sure saw blade is
completely flush with arbor flange before
installing damper and bolt. Failure to do
so may result in a warped blade which can
cause excessive vibration and premature
bearing failure.
7. Install the blade making sure to secure the
arbor bolt.
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