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5. If miter gauge is not square to blade, loosen
handle (A
3
) and adjust until square. Tighten
handle.
6. Verify that pointer (A
5
) shows 90°. If it does not,
loosen screw and shift pointer to 90°. Tighten
screw.
7. Adjust a stop if needed by loosening hex nut
and rotating screw (A
6
). Retighten nut.
The top channel on miter fence will accommodate
accessory items, such as hold-downs. Remove end
cap and install t-bolts into the channel.
7.3 Table tilt
Refer to Figure 7-3.
1. Loosen lock handle (B, Figure 7-3).
2. Tilt table up to 45 degrees to right (as viewed
from operator side).
3. Tighten lock handle (B).
Figure 7-3: table tilt
7.4 Guide post
1. Loosen lock knob (see G
1
, Figure 5-7) and raise
or lower guide post using handwheel (G
2
,
Figure 5-7).
2. Position blade guide assembly so that bottom of
guide bearing assembly is about 3/16-inch
above material to be cut. The scale pointer (G
3
,
Figure 5-8) indicates height of guide assembly
from table. This provides minimal clearance
between workpiece and bottom of guide
bearings, which minimizes blade deflection and
enhances operator safety.
3. Tighten lock knob (G
1
, Figure 5-7).
7.5 Drive belt adjustments
The drive belt and pulleys are properly adjusted by
the manufacturer. However, belt tension should be
occasionally checked when the band saw is new, as
a new belt may stretch slightly during the breaking-
in process.
7.5.1 Drive belt tension
Check tension by pushing with moderate pressure
on belt halfway between pulleys. An adequately
tensioned belt will deflect about 1/2-inch.
7.5.2 Drive belt replacement
Disconnect machine from
power source before replacing drive belt.
If belt becomes worn, cracked, frayed or glazed, it
should be replaced as follows:
1. Disconnect band saw from power source.
2. Open upper and lower doors and remove blade.
3. Loosen motor plate screws (A, Figure 7-4). If
needed, slightly loosen pivot screw (B). Lift
motor upward to remove tension on belt, and
tighten screws (A) to hold motor in raised
position.
Figure 7-4
4. Open lower wheel door. Remove nut and
washer, and remove blade wheel. If lower
wheel cannot be easily removed, you may need
to use a wheel puller to remove it.
5. Remove old belt from pulleys and install new
belt, making sure it seats properly in pulley
grooves.
6. Check pulley alignment. To align, loosen set
screws in pulley and slide to adjust. Retighten
set screws.
7. Reinstall lower blade wheel, washer, and nut,
and tighten securely.
8. Loosen motor plate screws (A) and allow motor
to lower, tensioning the belt. Tighten screws
(A).
9. Install blade, and verify blade tension and
tracking before operating (sect 5.9 and 5.10).
7.6 Wheel brush
An adjustable brush is located in lower wheel
housing. It should remain in constant contact with
blade and wheel to prevent buildup of gum and
debris. Loosen nut to adjust angle if needed.
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