ADJUSTING THE BLADE SPEED
The bandsaw is capable of operating at 80, 120 or 180
FPM. The speed can easily be adjusted by changing the V-
belt placement (Fig. 16).
To change the blade’s speed:
1. Loosen the motor lock bolt (Fig. 17) to allow the motor
to pivot freely.
2. Raise the motor to relieve the belt tension and position
the belt into the desired pulley alignment.
3. Release the motor and let its weight tension the belt.
4. Tighten the motor lock bolt back against the frame of the
band saw. Tighten the nut against the motor plate.
USING THE HEAD LOCK PIN
The head locking pin (Fig. 18) safely secures the head in
the down position. To ensure the head does not unexpect-
edly spring up and tip the bandsaw over, this locking pin
must be properly inserted when the band saw is not in use
or before moving it.
To use the head locking pin:
1. Fully lower the head down.
Insert the locking pin through the holes in the head pivot
arm and base, locking the head into the down position
(Fig. 18).
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS
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WARNING!
Do not plug in or turn on the tool until
it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read
through and become familiarized with the following
procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure
to follow the safety instructions may result in serious
personal injury.
A
B
C
SPEED
A
B
C
FPM
80
120
180
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Fig. 18