Tormach Autofeed Bandsaw AF50, Operator'S Manual

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11: TROUBLESHOOTING
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Verify that the
blade doesn't
rub on the wheel
flange.
Low Verify that the blade isn't incorrectly tracking so that it
runs directly against the wheel flange during
operations. Follow the procedure to adjust the blade
tracking.
For information, see "Mechanical
Adjustments" (page 43).
Align the guide
bearings.
Low Verify that the guide bearings are correctly aligned. If
they're not, adjust them.
For information, see "Mechanical
Adjustments" (page 43).
Use a high-
quality blade.
Low Verify that you're using a high-quality blade. If you're
not, you may need to choose a new blade.
For information, see "Choose a
Blade" (page 28).
Follow the blade
break-in
procedure.
Low To maximize blade life, you must follow the procedure
to break in the blade.
For information, see "Break in the
Blade" (page 30).
Adjust the
clamping
pressure.
Low During automatic operation, verify that the clamp
pressure regulator isn't set too low: increase the
pressure, and then do a test cut. Examine the behavior
of the machine as it cuts.
For information, see "Change the
Clamping Pressure" (page 32).