until the guides (C1) are positioned correctly.
When correctly aligned, re-tighten screw (F).
1.2 Slacken off the two screws (B), securing the
Blade Guides (C1), and position each guide
in turn so that it
lightly
touches the side of the
blade. Secure firmly in this position by re-
tightening the screws (B).
Turn the upper wheel to ensure the blade is
not pinched or that it is not being pushed to
one side by a maladjusted guide. If necessary,
repeat the process until completely satisfied.
With the Guides correctly set, it is now necessary
to adjust the Upper Blade Support Bearing (E).
The Blade Support Bearing, prevents the blade
from being pushed backwards, and protects it
from tooth damage.
This bearing is adjusted as follows:
(Ref Figs 16)
1.3 With screw ‘A’ , (which secures the shaft
carrying The Blade Support Bearing ‘E’),
slackened, turn the shaft, using a screwdriver
in slot M, so that the blade runs on the edge
of the bearing as shown in fig. 17
NOTE: The bearing is mounted on a cam so turning
the shaft will move the bearing, across the blade.
Simultaneously, slide the bearing to within 1/32”
(0.4mm)of the back of the blade (shown in
fig.16).
Re-tighten screw (A) using the Hex. wrench
provided when completely satisfied.
2. Lower Blade Guides
Ref: Fig.18
The manner of adjustment is similar to that for the
upper blade guides....however, it is necessary to
check the position of the Blade Support Bearing FIRST.
The sequence of adjustment is as follows:
2.1 Slacken the lower blade guide securing
screws (D) (if not already loose).
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
2.2 Slacken the two Lower Guide Block mounting
screws (G) and position the Guide Block ‘H’
so that the correct clearance of 1/32”
(0.4mm), is achieved between the rim of the
bearing and back of the blade. Re-tighten
the mounting screws (G).
2.3 Adjust the Blade Guides (C2) so that they
lightly
touch the side of the blade. Secure
firmly in this position by re-tightening the
screws (D).
2.4 Turn the upper wheel to ensure the blade is
not pinched or that it is not being pushed to
one side by a maladjusted guide. If necessary,
repeat the process until completely satisfied.
2.5 With the upper and lower guides fully
adjusted, the Upper Blade Guard may be re-
fitted, the Wheel Cover closed, using a
screwdriver on the cover knob centre screws,
and the Table reassembled and replacing the
clamping screw and Table Insert.
2.6 OBSERVING ALL PRECAUTIONS, plug the
machine in to the supply and switch on.
Check for any unusual noises. A harshness in
sound suggests that one or more of the blade
guides is interfering with the blade. This should
be investigated and rectified before use.
BEARINGS
All bearings used in the construction of your
bandsaw and its motor are sealed and
lubricated for life.
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