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ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS
MITER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
This band saw cuts miter angles anywhere from 0 to 60 degrees. To
make an adjustment to the cutting angle:
1. Loosen the angle lock handle (Fig. 5 - 1).
2. Turn the swivel support (Fig. 5 - 2) until the mark on the support
matches the desired angle on the scale.
3. Tighten the miter locking handle.
NOTE:
Your saw has 2 positive stops for quick adjustment. To adjust
the position of the positive stops, loosen the socket head cap screw
(Fig. 6 - 1) with a 5mm hex wrench, re-position the stop, and tighten
the screw.
STATIONARY BLADE GUIDE
When setting up your saw for the first time or after installing a new
blade, check to ensure that the stationary blade guide assembly is prop-
erly adjusted.
1. Using a hex wrench, loosen the 2 socket head cap screws (Fig. 6 - 2).
2. Adjust the position of the stationary blade guide assembly so that its
side lays flush with the body of the saw.
3. Tighten the screws.
SLIDING BLADE GUIDE
The blade guide must be adjusted before every cut on a workpiece.
Without proper adjustment, the resulting cut may be unclean or jagged.
1. Loosen the blade guide locking handle (Fig. 7 - 1).
2. Slide the blade guide to move it closer to the workpiece. Position the
guide bearings as close to the workpiece as possible without interfering
with the cut. Tighten the blade guide locking handle.
CUTTING SPEED
The cutting speed depends on the material being cut. Generally, use
a lower speed for ferrous metals or thicker workpieces, and a high-
er speed for non-ferrous metals or thinner workpieces. To adjust the
speed, turn the control knob (Fig. 8 - 1). The speed ranges from 125 to
260 FPM.
• For common steel, use a speed between 125 and 180 FPM (settings
1 to 3).
• For aluminum or alloy, use the maximum speed of 260 FPM (setting
6).
• For pipes, use a speed between 220 and 260 FPM (settings 4 to 6).
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