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15.

ENSURE

that the machine sits firmly on the floor

before using. If the machine wobbles or is unstable,
correct the problem by using shims or blocks prior
to operation.

16.

MATCH

the blade type and size to the workpiece

being cut.

17.

MAKE SURE

that the blade tension is set appropri-

ately for the size of blade being used.

18.

MAKE SURE

that the blade is tracking properly by

manually turning the wheels before starting the
machine.

10.

USE

accessories only recommended by Steel City.

11.

DO NOT

pull the bandsaw by the power cord.

NEVER

allow the power cord to come in contact

with sharp edges, hot surfaces, oil or grease.

12.

DO NOT

unplug the bandsaw by pulling on the

power cord.

ALWAYS 

grasp the plug, not the cord.

13.

REPLACE

a damaged cord immediately. 

DO NOT

use a damaged cord or plug.

DO NOT USE

if the

bandsaw is not operating properly, or has been
damaged, left outdoors or has been in contact with
water.

14.

DO NOT

use the bandsaw as a toy. 

DO NOT 

use

near or around children.

19.

ADJUST

all blade guides as specifided in the

operating instructions.

20.

ADJUST

the upper guide to a point about 1/4”

above the workpiece being cut.

21.

DO NOT

cut workpieces that do not have a flat

bottom without properly supporting the piece to
maintain a stable position.

22.

KEEP

hand and fingers away from blade.

23.

HOLD 

workpiece firmly and use a moderate feed

speed.

24.

MAKE

“relief” cuts before cutting curves.

25.

TURN OFF

machine before backing the workpiece

out of an incomplete cut.

26.

TURN OFF

the machine before removing scrap

pieces.

27. With the machine 

TURNED OFF

, clean dust 

build-up around lower blade guides regularly.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

To reduce the risk of electric shock, follow all electri-
cal and safety codes, including the National Electric
Code (NEC) and the Occupational Safety and Health
Regulations (OSHA).  All electrical connections and
wiring should be made by qualified personnel only.

WARNING

!

The switch provided with your saw is designed to func- 
tion at 115 volts. The switch and saw come prewired for
115 volt operation.

Summary of Contents for 50155C

Page 1: ...User Manual Read and understand this manual before using machine 14 DELUXE 2 SPEED HYBRID BANDSAW STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS VER 12 19 13 Model Number 50155G 50155C C US 233282...

Page 2: ...why it is backed by one of the best machinery warranties in the business This bandsaw is just one of many products in the Steel City s family of woodworking machinery and is proof of our commitment to...

Page 3: ...ained in this manual The drawings illustrations photographs and specifications in this user manual represent your machine at time of print However changes may be made to your machine or this manual at...

Page 4: ...t Steel City distributor or visit our website at www steelcitytoolworks com 50419 105 x 1 4 x 6T x 025 PC 50418 105 x 3 16 x 10T x 025 RK 50417 105 x 1 8 x 14T x 025 HP 50422 105 x 1 2 x 3T x 032 AS 5...

Page 5: ...3 FEATURE IDENTIFICATION A Power Switch B Flexible Lamp C Blade Tension Cam Handle D Blade Guard Adjustment Knob E Blade Guard F Table G Fence Assembly H Mobile Base Caster Assembly E G D C B A I F H...

Page 6: ...list of symbols that are used to attract your attention to possible dangerous conditions This is the international safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey...

Page 7: ...ong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the third prong 17 Keep visitors and children away from any machine DO NOT permit people to be in...

Page 8: ...A 1910 213 Regulations WWW OSHA GOV PRODUCT SAFETY 1 Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or...

Page 9: ...NOT use the bandsaw as a toy DO NOT use near or around children 19 ADJUST all blade guides as specifided in the operating instructions 20 ADJUST the upper guide to a point about 1 4 above the workpie...

Page 10: ...ore starting any electrical work MAKE SURE the circuit breaker does not exceed the rating of the plug and receptacle The motor supplied with your machine is a 115 volt 60 hertz single phase motor The...

Page 11: ...e materials and coatings from all of the parts and the bandsaw After cleaning apply a good quality paste wax to any unpainted surfaces Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly Compare the items t...

Page 12: ...rew E Lock Knob F Base G Block A Table TABLE B Knobs 2 C Insert D Trunnion 2 E Mounting Inserts F Taper Pin cast only A Adjustable Feet 2 MOBILITY KIT B Flip Wheel Assembly C Allen Keys 3mm 5mm 2 D Ca...

Page 13: ...11 A Front Rail FENCE B Guide Tube C Rear Rail D Resaw Post Assembly E Fence F M6 x 25mm Hex Head Screw 9 G M6 Lock Washer 9 H M6 Flat Washer 9 I Wrench E D C B I G H F A...

Page 14: ...in a flat position With assitance tip the bandsaw onto the cardboard with the spine side down SEE FIG 1 The stationary wheels have already been attached A Check to see that the bolts are tight in cas...

Page 15: ...IG 4 B guide the blade through the slot in the table FIG 5 C and turn the table to guide the bolts into the openings in the trunnion bracket FIG 6 D With bolts in place turn knob E clockwise to tighte...

Page 16: ...body with miter slot C Lock the fence in place by pressing down on the handle The fence body should align parallel If adjustment is necessary loosen the 2 hex bolts D in the top of the fence body and...

Page 17: ...E WARNING ATTACHING RESAW POST 1 2 Attach the resaw post A to the fence B by threading the lock knob C through the fence and fastening it to resaw post SEE FIG 14 Position post so that it is centered...

Page 18: ...e knob shown Tilt the table to the right noting that the scale B shows the angle of the table Retighten lock knobs when desired angle is achieved In order to tilt the table to the left and or set the...

Page 19: ...recommended guideline for tensioning Always follow the blade manufacturer s recommendations for proper blade tension NOTE When the bandsaw is not in use it is a good idea to release the tension on th...

Page 20: ...ION ADJUSTING TABLE POSITIVE STOPS SETTING 90 DEGREE STOP 1 2 3 Loosen both locking knobs A SEE FIG 20 only one shown Tilt the table until the pointer reaches the 45 degree mark on the scale I SEE FIG...

Page 21: ...all of the steps in the SETTING BLADE TENSION section in the adjustments section of this manual prior to starting this section MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE WARNING...

Page 22: ...rawing pin A through the rod D SEE FIG 30 A B C D E F G H Drawing Pin Hex Wrench 5 mm Thumb Screw Slide Rod Allen Screw Slide Block Slide Base Knob INSTALLING CIRCLE CUTTING ATTACHMENT To use this att...

Page 23: ...nut B It should be done on initial set up and checked periodically for wear as the belt may stretch over time Correct belt tension is achieved when there is deflection of 1 2 at its midpoint C SEE FIG...

Page 24: ...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...

Page 25: ...iver a smoother cut but will take a longer time to complete A coarse pitch meaning having fewer teeth per inch will cut much faster but leave a rougher finish A good rule of thumb is the thicker the w...

Page 26: ...ed to turn knob B to release more tension Open both upper and lower doors of the bandsaw Carefully remove the blade from between the upper and lower guides and remove the blade from bottom of the whee...

Page 27: ...ft side and under the wheel and off the right side To replace reverse the process and place either on the same step of the pulley Refer to CHANGING SPEEDS FIG 28 G shows that there are 2 steps on the...

Page 28: ...3 4 Blade tension not set properly 4 Set blade tension according to blade manufacturer s specs 5 Guide bearings not set properly 5 Review guide bearing adjustment e d a l b e c a l p e R 1 e d a l b...

Page 29: ...DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS REQUIRED...

Page 30: ...DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS REQUIRED...

Page 31: ...STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS www steelcitytoolworks com 1 877 SC4 TOOL 1 877 724 8665...

Page 32: ...NOTES www steelcitytoolworks com Steel City Tool Works LLC Bolingbrook IL USA 60440 Tech Service 1 877 724 8665...

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