BA_PH_BSB-400-900_EN_44-21.docx
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General
This Bandsaw machine was produced by HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH according to the current state of the
art and placed on the market as a complete machine. All legal and normative regulations were observed.
3.1
Structure of the Machine
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Wheel diameter, cutting height, cutting width and blade speed vary depending on the model. The exact
values for your machine can be found in the section
“T
echnical
Specifications”
.
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The lower bandsaw wheel is driven by a three-phase motor and transmits the rotary motion to the band-
saw blade. The bandsaw wheels are provided with a wear and tear resistant lining of high durability.
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The upper bandsaw wheel is spring-mounted and can be adjusted via a hand wheel. This allows the ma-
chine to be optimally adjusted to the bandsaw blade.
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To guide the workpieces, a table fence is provided, which is mounted to the left of the saw blade.
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As protection against the saw blade and flying chips, the upper bandsaw guide is equipped with a guard.
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The control panel is used to start the bandsaw and to release the motor brake (depends on equipment).
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The height adjustment of the upper bandsaw guide and saw blade guard is done manually via a 3-arm lever
(see section
9.5).
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An emergency stop is installed in the control panel.
3.2
Target Group and Previous Experience
This operating manual is intended for the operating and maintenance personnel of the machine. The operating
personnel is to be determined by the operator and must further meet the following requirements:
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Basic technical knowledge (e.g. apprenticeship as carpenter, machine fitter, etc. and/or practice in operat-
ing woodworking machines)
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Reading and understanding these operating and maintenance instructions
In order to acquire the knowledge required to operate this machine, the operator must ensure the following
measures:
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Product training for every operator (also possible external personnel)
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Regular safety instruction
3.3
Requirements for the Operators
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The bandsaw machine may only be operated by trained personnel who have also read this manual.
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Inspection, maintenance, cleaning and repair may only be performed by technical specialists
with product-specific training and mechanical and/or electrical training.
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Specialists with product-specific training are to be commissioned and held responsible for
planning and checking the work.
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The national protective regulations for employees must be observed .
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The operator is responsible for the safe use of the machine.
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The legal minimum age must be observed.
