ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS
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NOTE: You may only need to adjust the tracking knob by
1/4 turn or so. Make only small adjustments – this will
make tracking the blade properly much easier.
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
B
A
D
E
A
B
C
SETTING THE 0° / 45° STOPS (FIG. 10 & 11)
1. To adjust the 0° positive stop, loosen the nut (A) on the
stop. Turn the stop (B) with a wrench to adjust it upwards
or downwards.
2. Use a bubble level to check that the table is level, and a
combination square to ensure that the table is square to the
blade. Make adjustments to the positive stop as necessary,
then tighten the nut.
3. Examine the angle indicator on the bevel guide, and en-
sure it points to 0. If it does not, loosen the screw on the
indicator and adjust the pointer so it points to 0. Tighten
the screw.
4. To adjust it the 45° positive stop, loosen the nut (C) on
the stop. Bevel the table so the angle indicator reads 45.
Adjust the stop (D) so that it contacts the saw body (E),
then tighten the nut.
ADJUSTING THE BLADE TRACKING
Blade tracking refers to the adjustments that are made in
order to keep the blade riding on the wheels smoothly and
evenly. Blade tracking has been set by the factory. However,
when you install a new blade, you may need to adjust the
tracking settings.
1. Turn off and unplug the band saw. Wait for the blade to
come to a complete stop. Open the upper and lower doors.
2. Loosen the tracking lock knob (p. 10 - R). Use one hand
to grip the spokes of the upper wheel and turn it clockwise,
observing the blade tracking. Do not touch the blade.
3. Slowly turn the tracking knob (p. 10 - L) while rotating
the upper wheel. Adjust until the blade tooth gullets are
centered over the tire.
CAUTION! Saw blades are sharp. Always
wear ANSI Z87.1-approved eye protection, as
well as protective gloves, while handling saw
blades.
Fig. 12
B
C
A
4. Tighten the tracking lock knob and close both covers.
USING THE MITER GAUGE (FIG. 12)
1. Place the miter gauge (A) into the T-slot (B) on the work
table.
2. Loosen the knob (C) on the gauge and set a new miter
angle (between 0° and 60°). Tighten the knob.
