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All tools and machines require regular maintenance, and the bandsaw is no exception. This
section details the general maintenance and care of your bandsaw. In general, we
recommend that you only use a Teflon-based lubricant on the bandsaw. While regular oil
attracts dust and dirt, Teflon tends to dry and has fewer
tendencies to accumulate dirt and sawdust on your machine.
Cleanliness and tire maintenance.
One of the major concerns regarding the maintenance of the
bandsaw is how clean the tires are. As the saw cuts, some
sawdust lands on the tire of the lower wheel. As the wheel rotates,
the sawdust becomes compressed on the tire. This is especially
true for woods such as pine. The compressed sawdust could have
a negative effect, such as vibration, short blade life and drifting of
the blade. A brush contacts the lower wheel and helps to prevent
buildup. You should inspect the tires regularly to check that
buildup is not happening, especially the lower wheel.
The tires are made of rubber and wear just like car tires. They Tire brush wear in the
middle, which causes a concavity in the tire. The deformation makes it hard to track the
blades, and for this reason it is important to maintain the original shape of the tire.
The best
way to clean the tire surface and maintain the original shape is to sand it with sandpaper.
The old tire surface often hardens and glazes over and should be redressed occasionally.
This can be done by sanding the wheel with 100-grit sandpaper. This will take off a little of
the rubber and expose new rubber, which is desirable.
Rotate the wheels by hand with the blade removed.
Guides.
The ceramic side and back guides should be inspected regularly for cracks and chips. If they
are damaged, they should be replaced as they could damage your blades and bad guides will
detract from the performance of the bandsaw. The guides should be cleaned regularly, and
any wood gum or dirt removed. Any commercially available solvent can be used, and after
cleaning they should be lubricated with Teflon-based lubricant.
Drive Belt.
The drive belt should last for many years (depending on the usage) but needs to be inspected
regularly for cracks, cuts, and general wear. If damage is found, replace the belt.
Replacing the drive belt.