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Model # 3966

14-INCH BANDSAW

WITH STAND

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Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability,

ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years

of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings,

and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe,

reliable service.

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Page 1: ...ill supply you years of rugged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service IMPORTANT NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us at 800 232 1195 techsupport wenproducts com WENPRODUCTS COM M...

Page 2: ...Saw Assembly and Adjustments Maintenance Exploded View Parts List Warranty TECHNICAL DATA Model Number Motor Throat Cutting Depth Speeds Table Angle Working Table Blade Length Blade Width Weight 3966 120 V 60 Hz 1100W 9 5A 13 3 8 inches 8 85 inches 1480 3280 FPM 0 to 45 degrees 21 45 x 15 75 inches 100 3 4 inches 1 8 to 1 inches 171 6 lbs 2 Operation ...

Page 3: ...loves neckties or jewelry rings watches etc when op erating the tool Inappropriate clothing and items can get caught in moving parts and draw you in ALWAYS wear non slip footwear and tie back long hair 8 WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK to fight the dust produced by sawing operations WARNING Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health Always oper ate the tool in a well venti...

Page 4: ...on such as plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation GENERAL SAFETY RULES 1 To avoid injury from unexpected movement make sure the saw is on a firm level surface properly secured to prevent rocking Make sure there is adequate space for operations Bolt the saw to a support surface to prevent slip ping or sliding during operation 2 Turn off and unplug the saw before moving it 3 Use the cor...

Page 5: ...A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances DO NOT MODIFY THE...

Page 6: ...in good condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit must not be less than a 12 wire and should be protected with a 15 A time delayed fuse Before connecting the motor to the power line make sur...

Page 7: ...tection 2 Do not wear gloves a necktie jewelry or loose clothing 3 Make sure the saw is on a firm level surface and properly secured 4 Use only the recommended accessories 5 Use extra caution with very large very small or awkward workpieces 6 Keep hands away from blade at all times to prevent accidental injury A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R L Lower Housing Knob M Table Bevel Lock N Dust Port O ...

Page 8: ...ng Brace 2 8 Miter Gauge 1 Tools Required for Assembly Adjustments The tools listed below are not included but are required for either assembly or adjustment Two 13mm Open End Wrenches One Cross Point Screw Driver One Combination Square Hardware Bag Not Shown 15 M8X12 Socket Head Bolts 12 16 8mm Flat Washers 12 17 M6X12 Carriage Bolts 8 18 6mm Flat Washers 8 19 M6 Hex Nut 8 20 M4X10 Socket Head Bo...

Page 9: ...s to saw body using M8x12 socket head bolts and 8mm flat washers Fig B 3 Fix the short braces and the long braces by using M6x12 carriage bolts 6mm flat washers and M6 hex nuts DO NOT TIGHTEN THE NUTS Fig C 4 Place the band saw upright and tighten all nuts Make sure there is no wobbling or tilting in the stand after fully tightening the nuts Fig A Fig B Fig C TO ASSEMBLE THE TABLE 1 After attachin...

Page 10: ... fence reversing the fence and reattaching the bolts Fig H 4 Set the miter gauge into the onboard storage along the base of the bandsaw Fig G 2 5 Set the push stick on the hook Fig G 3 Fig F B Fig F 1 2 Fig H Fig G 2 3 1 INSTALLING THE CIRCLE CUTTING GUIDE 1 Insert the center pin into the hole of the sliding bracket Fix it with Lock Knob A This center pin will serve as the pivot point for making c...

Page 11: ...tracking set knob Fig M 1 in the desired direction until the blade is centered over the upper and lower wheels Spin the wheel manually to ensure that the blade is now run ning in the center 4 Tighten the tracking lock knob and close the covers Fig M 1 11 ADJUSTMENTS TILTING THE TABLE 1 Find and loosen the table bevel lock located in back under the saw table Fig G 1 2 Adjust the table to the desire...

Page 12: ... The height of the upper blade guard should be adjusted prior to every operation to accomodate the height of the workpiece the blade guard should be no more than one fifth of an inch 3mm from the upper edge of the work piece 1 Use the adjustment knob Fig P 1 to adjust the height of the upper blade guide Use the outer locking knob to secure the guard in place when it has reached the desired height ...

Page 13: ...olt Fig S 1 and adjust the thrust bearing a position of 5 mm from the rear of the blade Retight en the bolt Fig S 1 3 Loosen the bolt Fig S 2 and adjust the guide bearing to a position 5 mm away from the blade Retighten the bolt Fig S 2 Fig P 1 2 3 Fig R Fig Q Fig S 1 2 3 ADJUSTING THE CUTTING SPEED 1 Open the lower cover Slacken the driving belt Fig U by turning the drive belt tension setting kno...

Page 14: ...THE BAND SAW BLADE WARNING The saw blade is dangerous Be sure to wear gloves when handling the saw blade in any situation 1 Loosen the four lock knobs for the guide rail Remove the guard rail by loosening the four lock knobs located underneath Fig W 1 2 Open the upper cover and the lower cover Set the upper blade guide to its lowest position 3 Loosen the quick release lever until the bandsaw blade...

Page 15: ...upport when cutting long stock to avoid pieces from falling down after the cut has been completed Use a dust collector and regularly empty the dust collection drawer When cutting round stock make sure the piece is a secure as possible Before starting check that the saw blade and the upper and lower blade guides are in proper working order Replace damaged parts immediately Assume the correct workin...

Page 16: ...d 5 Use the band saw for straight line operations such as cross cutting ripping miter cutting beveling compound cutting and resawing 6 To avoid twisting the blade do not turn sharp corners instead saw around corners A band saw is basically a curve cutting saw It is not capable of doing intricate inside cutting as can be done with a scroll saw WARNING Do not use this band saw to cut ferrous metals ...

Page 17: ...he center of the circle fixing it in place with the tighening knob Fig HH 1 Turn on the bandsaw slowly rotate and feed the workpiece into the saw blade 4 Aside from circles this cutting accessory can also help you easily cut out round corners Fig II 17 CONNECT A DUST COLLECTOR The band saw provides a dust port for collecting various size hoses It should be connected with a dust collector during an...

Page 18: ...18 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST ...

Page 19: ...Thread forming screw 1 56 3966 056 Main switch 1 57 3966 057 Pan head screw 2 58 3966 058 Frame 1 59 3966 059 Nut 1 No Part Number Description Qty 60 3966 060 Flat washer 1 61 3966 061 Bushing 1 62 3966 062 Flat washer 1 63 3966 063 Brush 1 64 3966 064 Carriage blot 1 65 3966 065 Hex nut 1 66 3966 066 Spindle pulley 1 67 3966 067 Socket head screw 3 68 3966 068 Drawer handle 1 69 3966 069 Dust dra...

Page 20: ...t 4 173 3966 173 Limiting plate 1 174 3966 174 Hex head bolt 1 175 3966 175 Locking handle 1 176 3966 176 Cap 1 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST No Part Number Description Qty 177 3966 177 Handle 1 178 3966 178 Washer 1 179 3966 179 Miter gauge 1 180 3966 180 Pan head screw 1 181 3966 181 Pointer 1 182 3966 182 Rod 1 183 3966 183 Socket head screw 1 184 3966 184 Cord clamp 1 185 3966 185 Flat washer 1 186...

Page 21: ...repaid by the purchaser The prod uct must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of ship ment The product must be fully insured with a copy of the warranty card and or the proof of purchase enclosed There must also be a description of the problem in order to help our repairs department diagnose and fix the issue Repairs will be made and the p...

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