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Instructions for use
When delivered, your band saw has already undergone a strict inspection and is able to offer the best performance.
However, before starting work, you must adjust the blade tension and run the blade in.
1. Adjusting the blade tension (Fig.1)
Carefully proceed as follows: a correct blade tension is
fundamental if you are to get the best performance
from your band saw. Ensure that the switch is in “o” position. Turn the handwheel(B) clockwise as far as it
can go, but without blocking it completely. While holding the handwheel(B) still, turn the knob(C)
anticlockwise until it locks.
N.B. if tension is too high, the blade tends to escape from the guides
2. Adjusting the blade guide
Your cutting machine is provided with a sliding guide (E) with built-in protection, which guides the part of the
blade necessary to
make the cut, and at the same time, protects the part of the blade not in use. To do this,
simply slacken the handle (D) and slide the blade guide (E) so as to bring it closer to or farther from the piece
that is to be cut (as clearly shown in fig.2).
Fig.2
3. Running in the blade
To safeguard the life and quantity of a new blade, the first two or three cuts must be made exerting sight
pressure on the piece so that the cutting time is almost twice the one normally needed (see cutting table).
4. Adjusting the stop bar (fig.3)
If you have to cut several pieces, all the same length, use the stop bar provided with the band saw, in order to
avoid repeating the measurements. Insert the rod (F) in the hole in the base and block it with the tow nuts.
Slacken the handwheel (B) and place the stop (H) at the necessary distance from the blade. Then lock the
handwheel (G).