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Fig. 35
Fig. 36
Fig. 37
Fig. 38
MINIMUM CUTTING RADIUS
Turning radius may vary depending on the type of blade
and amount of set. Each blade, however, depending on
its width, can cut continuously without backtracking any
curve having a radius as much or more than the specified
minimum turning radius of the blade, as shown in the
chart (A) Fig. 35, located inside top wheel cover.
Always use the widest blade possible and limit use of
narrow blades for sawing small, abrupt curves and for
fine, delicate work.
ADJUSTING BELT TENSION
If the drive belt on your band saw needs adjusted,
proceed as follows:
1.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.
2.
The belt (A) Fig. 36, drives the saw pulley from the
motor pulley. Correct tension of the belt (A) is when
there is approximately 1/4" deflection in the center span
of the belt (A) using light finger pressure. If the belt
tension needs adjustment, loosen three screws, two of
which are shown at (B) Fig. 37, and rotate motor
accordingly. Tighten three screws, two of which are
shown at (B) when adjustment is completed.
TIRE BRUSH
A tire brush (A) Fig. 38, is provided on the lower wheel to
keep the blade and tires clean and free of any build-up
of chips. Adjustment of the brush (A) can be made by
loosening the mounting hardware (B) and adjusting the
brush (A) accordingly.
A
A
B
B
A
B
