Steel City 50155C, User Manual

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OPERATIONS
ALWAYS wear eye protection. Any machine can
throw debris into the eyes during operations,
which could cause severe and permanent eye
damage. Everyday eyeglasses are
NOT safety
glasses. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (that
comply with ANSI standard Z87.1) when operat-
ing power tools.
WARNING
!
ALWAYS wear a NIOSH/OSHA approved dust
mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or air-
borne particles.
WARNING
!
MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCON-
NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
WARNING
!
NOTICE:
The following section was designed to give
instructions on the basic operations of this band-
saw. However, it is in no way comprehensive of
every bandsaw application. It is strongly recom-
mended that you read books, trade magazines,
or get formal training to maximize the potential
of your bandsaw and to minimize the risks.
Before you begin using your new bandsaw, you should
give it a thorough inspection and ask yourself the
following questions:
PRE RUN CHECK
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Are the guide bearings above and below the table
adjusted properly?
Is the blade tension and tracking properly set?
Is the fence aligned parallel to both the table and
the blade?
Is the unit stable? Does it rock or wobble? Are the
feet adjusted?
Have you read all the warning associated with this
bandsaw?
1.
2.
3.
4.
The red guard height is set by loosening the
thumbscrew
(A) and turning the black knob (B)
clockwise to raise and counter clockwise to lower.
The guard should be no higher than 1/4” above the
workpiece during use.
SEE FIG.34 .
To fine tune the guard to enter the upper wheel
guard housing, you may loosen the set screw
(C)
on the bearing assembly and elevation shaft (D) .
Shift and then tighten as needed. SEE FIG.34 .
If there is sloppiness in the elevation movement,
you can adjust the set screw
(E) located just below
the thumbscrew. This meets with the slot in the
elevation shaft.
SEE FIG. 34 .
To adjust vertical, loosen the 2 Philipps screws (F)
with driver (not supplied) shift the guard (G) and
then tighten both screws. SEE FIG.34 .
BLADE GUARD HEIGHT
FIG.34
A
E
B
G
F
D
C