Sealey SM354CE Instructions Manual Download Page 1

instructions for

METAL CUTTING BANDSAW

model no: 

SM354CE

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these instructions, 

and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.

IMPORTANT:

 PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE 

THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR 
PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.

1.  SAFETY

1.1.    

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

 

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WARNING!

 it is the user’s responsibility to check the following:

 

check all electrical equipment and appliances to ensure that they are safe before using. inspect power supply leads, plugs and    

 

all electrical connections for wear and damage. sealey recommend that an rcd (residual current device) is used with all electrical  

 

products. You may obtain an rcd by contacting your local sealey dealer. 

 

if the product is used in the course of business duties, it must be maintained in a safe condition and routinely PAt (Portable  

 

 

Appliance test) tested.

 

electrical safety information, it is important that the following information is read and understood.

1.1.1.   

ensure that the insulation on all cables and on the appliance is safe before connecting it to the power supply. 

1.1.2.   

regularly inspect power supply cables and plugs for wear or damage and check all connections to ensure that they are secure.

1.1.3. 

  

Important

: Ensure that the voltage rating on the appliance suits the power supply to be used and that the plug is fitted with the  

 

 

correct fuse - see fuse rating in these instructions.

 

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   DO  NOT

 pull or carry the appliance by the power cable.

 

8

  

DO NOT

 pull the plug from the socket by the cable. 

 

8

   DO  NOT

 use worn or damaged cables, plugs or connectors. ensure that any faulty item is repaired or is

 

replaced immediately by a qualified electrician.

1.1.4. 

  

This product is fitted with a BS1363/A 13 Amp 3 pin plug. 

        

 if the cable or plug is damaged during use, switch off the electricity supply and remove from use. 

        

 Ensure that repairs are carried out by a qualified electrician.

        

 Replace a damaged plug with a BS1363/A 13 Amp 3 pin plug. If in doubt contact a qualified electrician.

 

 a) Connect the GREEN/YELLOW earth wire to the earth terminal ‘E’.

 

 b) Connect the BROWN live wire to the live terminal ‘L’.

 

 c) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the neutral terminal ‘N’.

       

 ensure that the cable outer sheath extends inside the cable restraint and that the restraint is tight. 

        

 Sealey recommend that repairs are carried out by a qualified electrician. 

1.2.    

GENERAL SAFETY

 

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WARNING!

 disconnect the bandsaw from the power source before servicing, changing accessories, or performing any other  

 

 maintenance.

 

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   familiarise yourself with the applications and limitations of the bandsaw, as well as the potential hazards.

 

9

   maintain the bandsaw in top condition. Keep it clean and keep blades sharp for best and safest performance. 

 

9

   use original sealey spare parts only. unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.

 

9

   Keep all guards and fixing screws in place, tight and in working order. check regularly for damaged parts. A guard or any other part    

  that is damaged must be repaired or replaced before the saw is used further. check also for incorrect alignment of moving parts,    

  loose mountings, or any other condition that could affect the operation of the saw.

 

9

   ensure the space allocated for use and maintenance of the bandsaw is adequate, free from unrelated materials and has good lighting.

 

9

   Wear approved eye and ear protection when operating the bandsaw. If dust is produced, wear an approved face or dust mask.

 

9

   Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area, especially when the saw is in operation. 

 

9

   remove any adjusting keys and wrenches from the bandsaw before operating.

 

9

   ensure that large or oversized workpieces are supported at bed height. ensure you use a suitable support for any workpiece that does  

  not have a flat surface. Be cautious when cutting workpieces which are irregular in cross-section as the saw blade could be pinched   

  before the cut is completed. Any stock such as frame moulding, must lay flat on the table surface and not be allowed to rock. 

 

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WARNING!

 round bar and tubing have a tendency to roll while being cut and cause the blade to “bite”. 

DO NOT

 cut such items  

 

 without 

clamping or blocking the workpiece.

 

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WARNING!

 

Never force the blade through the workpiece.

 

8

  

DO NOT

 use this bandsaw for anything other than its intended purpose. this bandsaw is designed for metal cutting work in  

 

  engineering workshops, garages, metal fabricators, etc.  .

 

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WARNING!

 the sm354ce bandsaw must not be used to cut non-metallic materials (including wood). to do so will invalidate your  

  insurance cover and your warranty and may cause damage and/or personal injury.

 

8

  

DO NOT

 wear loose or ill-fitting clothing. remove ties, watches, rings and other jewellery. tie up, or adequately cover, long hair.

 

8

  

DO NOT

 start the bandsaw until the workpiece is secure and the blade has been lowered to just above the workpiece.

 

8

  

DO NOT

 run the bandsaw with the blade in the raised position.

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M354CE | Issue:4 (H,F) 16/02/18

Original Language Version

© Jack sealey limited

refer to 

instruction

manual

Wear eye 

protection

Wear ear 

protection

Wear protective 

clothing

Wear protective 

gloves

indoor use

only

Wear

protective 

footwear

no reaching in 

- sharp blade

recommended fuse rating

13 Amp

Summary of Contents for SM354CE

Page 1: ...FETY WARNING Disconnect the bandsaw from the power source before servicing changing accessories or performing any other maintenance 9 9 Familiarise yourself with the applications and limitations of the bandsaw as well as the potential hazards 9 9 Maintain the bandsaw in top condition Keep it clean and keep blades sharp for best and safest performance 9 9 Use original Sealey spare parts only Unauth...

Page 2: ...tably rated crane used together with chains and shackles should be used to lift the machine onto the sheet metal stand and also to lift the whole assembly into its intended position 4 1 3 See lifting points B C in Fig 2 above Alternatively slings can be used under the vice either side of the central pivot Great care should be taken to keep the load level and to ensure that the slings do not apply ...

Page 3: ...tergent and a dampened cloth Thoroughly dry the surfaces afterwards 4 3 9 Making the electrical connection 4 3 9 1 Connect the machine to the mains power supply as described in Section 1 Fig 3 Fig 4 1 Vice handwheel 2 Vice quick lock lever 3 Blade tension adjustment wheel 4 Handgrip control 5 Microswitch 6 Fixed blade guide 7 Blade 8 Coolant valve 9 Mains power switch 10 Power lamp 11 Option switc...

Page 4: ...t the actuation arm 2 operates the microswitch 3 and the power is shut off bringing the blade to a halt 5 3 ADJUSTING BOW WEIGHT See fig 6 5 3 1 Bow weight is one of the most important adjustments on the saw Incorrect bow weight can result in poor performance including rough or crooked cuts and premature dulling of the blade The hydraulic feed rate unit will not compensate for improper bow weight ...

Page 5: ...machine bed 5 6 2 The front stop seen in Fig 10 should be used to check that the blade is at 90 to the vice Place a small set square between the blade and the fixed face of the vice Loosen the hex nut 1 and wind the bolt 2 in or out until 90 is achieved Tighten the hex nut 1 Lock the main pivot using lever E 5 6 3 The back stop seen in Fig 10 limits the rotation of the bow to 60 This is factory se...

Page 6: ...ne See blade tooth label on the front lower part of the bow casting See 29 in Fig 4 5 9 7 Feed the new blade into the blade guides first then ease it onto the flywheels The blade should be close to but not hard up against the rim on each flywheel 5 9 8 Refix the blade guards to the appropriate blade guides 5 9 9 Tension the blade by turning the blade tension wheel clockwise until the back of the w...

Page 7: ...d in section 5 1 6 12 4 When the cut is completed the machine will switch off automatically Turn the mains power switch off and disconnect the saw from the power supply raise the blade and remove the workpiece Wear gloves as the workpiece will be hot and have sharp edges 6 12 5 Hand grip start The hand grip is used in conjunction with the hydraulic damper to provide an extra degree of control espe...

Page 8: ...e brackets are loose 3 Tighten blade guide brackets Motor overheating 1 Blade tension too high 1 Reduce blade tension 3 Blade too coarse or too fine 3 Use a blade more suitable for the material being cut 4 Gears need lubrication 4 Top up gearbox 5 Blade is binding in the cut 5 Decrease feed Bad crooked or rough cuts 1 Feed pressure too great 1 Reduce feed pressure by increasing bow weight 2 Blade ...

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