14" DELUXE GRANITE BAND SAW
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1. 13 SECTION 9 Unpacking S rrt ite EI 15 SECTION 10 Assembly ou ei t 19 SECTION 11 Adj stments te a aa aa 25 5 12 Operations SE 30 SECTION 13 Maintenance eid t eu ea aime d etie e dde edt 32 SECTION 14 Troubleshooting nio eere Chee e E qi cte Rte et eed 33 SECTION 15 nea eere E CER e ddr Re Se aasit tuns 34 INTRODUCTION This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine should be available for immediate reference so that all operations can be performed with maximum efficiency and safety Do not attempt to perform maintenance or operate this machine until you have read and understand the information contained in this manual The drawings illustrations photographs and specifications in this user manual represent your machine at time of print However changes may be made to your machine or this manual at any time with no obligation to Steel City Tool Works STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Steel City Tool Works LLC SCTW warrants all STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 5 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner Granite components are warr2. manuel 14 DELUXE GRANITE BAND SAW Model Number 50130 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS VER 12 08 THANK YOU for purchasing your new Steel City Bandsaw This bandsaw has been designed tested and inspected with you the customer in mind When properly assembled used and main tained your bandsaw will provide you with years of trouble free service which is why it is backed by one of the longest machinery warranties in the business This bandsaw is just one of many products in the Steel City s family of woodworking machinery and is proof of our commitment to tota customer satisfaction At Steel City we continue to strive for excellence each and every day and value the opinion of you our customer For comments about your bandsaw or Steel City Tool Works please visit our web site at www steelcitytoolworks com TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 Warranty uka mitteli t 4 SECTION 2 Product SPecificatiODS sel u cose ar aede d D bet e iid ls 8 SECTION 3 Accessories and Attachment 8 SECTION 4 Definition Of IerlIffS CEN 8 SECTION 5 Feature eee oi toe kotaa erede tbc Ty e ee but eerte p qe hon 9 SECTION 6 General Safety ee ele e n eu ae 10 SECTION 7 Product Safety soie urat ta dd S RE HIR tanassa eee 12 SECTION 8 Electrical
3. Advance Master Craftsman City State Zip Phone Number 9 How many Steel City machines do you own E Mail 10 What stationary woodworking tools do you own Product Description Check all that apply Model Air Compressor Band Saw Serial No Drill Press Drum Sander Dust Collection Horizontal Boring Machine The following information is given on a voluntary basis Jointer Lathe and is strictly confidential Mortiser Panel Saw Planer Power Feeder 1 Where did you purchase your STEEL CITY machine Arm Saw Shaper Store Spindle Sander Table Saw City Vacuum Veneer Press ___ Wide Belt Sander Other 2 did you first learn of Steel City Tool Works Advertisement Mail Order Catalog 11 Which benchtop tools do you own Check all that apply Web Site Friend Belt Sander Belt Disc Sander Local Store Other Drill Press Saw Grinder Mini Jointer 3 Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to Mini Lathe Scroll Saw American Woodworker _ American How To Spindle Belt Sander Other Cabinetmaker _ Family Handyman Fine Homebuilding Fine Woodworking 12 Which portable hand held power tools do you own ____ Journal of Light Construction Old House Journal Check all that apply Popular Mechanics Popular Science Belt Sander Biscuit Jointer ___ Popular Woodworking ___ Today s Homeowner Dust Collector Cir
4. Lock Washer 4 Pan Head Flange Screw 3 FENCE PARTS Rear Guide Tube Front Rail Resaw Post Assembly BB Fence gt N lt FENCE HARDWARE T T T CC M6 X 25mm Hex Head T Screw 9 DD M6 Lock Washer 9 EE M6 Flat Washer 9 O000000000 0000 18 ASSEMBLY REMOVING MOTOR STRAP Fig 2 WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE The Motor Strap is required for shipping purposes and must be removed prior to operating the bandsaw The strap can be removed by loosing the two bolts B that fasten the strap using a 13mm wrench or socket SEE FIG 1 Fig 1 2 Fasten the caster wheel assembly C to the base using the two M8 x 20mm Carriage Bolts and two M8 Flange Nuts SEE FIG 3 Fig 3 ATTACHING MOBILE BASE A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 3 Attach the leveling feet D by screwing the studs The mobile base consists of one rotating adjustable into the threaded holes in the bottom of the base caster wheel and two stationary wheels that allows you 4 Turn the mobile base right side up and make sure to move the bandsaw around your shop with ease To that the base does not wobble or rock If it does install adjust the leveling feet up or down until the unit is 1 Fasten the stationary wheel A to the wheel well in stable the corner of the base using one M8
5. IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equip ment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding con ductor DO NOT connect the equipment grounding con ductor to a live terminal Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded PLUGS RECEPTACLES A WARNING Electrocution or fire could result if this machine is not grounded properly or if the electrical configura tion does not comply with local and state electrical codes MAKE CERTAIN the machine is disconnected from power source before starting any electrical work MAKE SURE the circuit breaker does not exceed the rating of the plug and receptacle Depending on which model you have the motor supplied with your machine is either a 115 230 volt 60 hertz single phase motor or a dedicated 230 volt 60 hertz single phase motor Never connect the green or ground wire to a live terminal The machine should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug EXTENSION CORDS A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock use the proper gauge of extension cord When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your machine will draw The smaller the gaug
6. The switch provided with your saw is a dual voltage capable switch meaning it is designed to function at either 115 or 230 volts The switch and saw come prewired for 115 volt operation If you decide to convert the saw to 230V you will have to replace the 115 volt plug on the switch with a UL CSA Listed plug suitable for 230 volts The bandsaw with a 230 volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same config uration as the plug No adapter is available or should be used with the 230 volt plug Once the modification has been made to the plug of the switch be sure to follow the instructions under CHANGING MOTOR VOLTAGE for changing the motor voltage from 115 volt to 230 volt in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING This machine MUST BE GROUNDED while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown GROUND ING provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances If a plug is provided with your machine DO NOT modify the plug If it will not fit your electrical receptacle have a qualified electrician install the proper connections to meet all electrical codes local and state All connections must also adhere to all of OSHA mandates
7. BLADE DRIFT Blade drift occurs when the blade begins to wander off the cutting line It can be caused by several factors Incorrect Blade Tension Wrong Blade s Dull Blade If you experience blade drift check the appropriate adjustments first If this does not correct the problem the blade may have to be replaced See BLADE REPLACEMENT in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual for more information 29 CHANGING MOTOR VOLTAGE The motor supplied with your bandsaw is a dual voltage 115 230V motor The motor comes prewired from the factory for 115 volt operation To change to 230 volt operation in addition to the following steps it is neces sary to replace the existing 115V plug with a UL CSA listed plug not included suitable for 230V and the rated amperage of the motor The saw should only then be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug No adapter is available or should be used with a 230V plug A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Remove the junction box cover from the motor and follow the wiring diagram on the inside of the cover for 230V operation N Replace junction box cover The START STOP switch does NOT need to be modified e CHANGING BLADE SPEED This Bandsaw is designed to run at either 1500 SFPM square feet per minute or 3000SFPM Which speed the blade runs at is determined by which set of pulleys the Drive b
8. Blade Guard Table Fence Assembly Mobile Base Caster Assembly GENERAL SAFETY A WARNING TO AVOID serious injury and damage to the machine read and follow all Safety and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine This manual is not totally comprehensive It does not and can not convey every possible safety and opera problem which may arise while using this machine The manual will cover many of the basic and specific safety procedures needed in an industrial envi ronment All federal and state laws and any regulations having jurisdiction covering the safety reguirements for use of this machine take precedence over the statements in this manual Users of this machine must adhere to all such regulations Below is a list of symbols that are used to attract your attention to possible dangerous conditions 2 This is the international safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER Indicates imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury A WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation if not avoid ed MAY result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert agai
9. DO NOT use near or around children ENSURE that the machine sits firmly on the floor before using If the machine wobbles or is unstable correct the problem by using shims or blocks prior to operation 15 16 MATCH the blade type and size to the workpiece being cut 17 MAKE SURE that the blade tension is set appropri ately for the size of blade being used 18 MAKE SURE that the blade is tracking properly by manually turning the wheels before starting the machine 19 ADJUST all blade guides as specifided in the operating instructions 20 ADJUST the upper guide to a point about 1 4 above the workpiece being cut 21 DO NOT cut workpieces that not have a flat bottom without properly supporting the piece to maintain a stable position 22 KEEP hand and fingers away from blade 23 HOLD workpiece firmly and use a moderate feed speed 24 MAKE relief cuts before cutting curves 25 TURN OFF machine before backing the workpiece out of an incomplete cut 26 TURN OFF the machine before removing scrap pieces 27 With the machine TURNED OFF clean dust build up around lower blade guides regularly ELECTRICAL REOUIREMENTS A WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock follow all electri cal and safety codes including the National Electric Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only
10. used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the third prong 5 ALWAYS keep the work area clean well lit and organized DO NOT work in an area that has slip pery floor surfaces from debris grease and wax 6 ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle before making adjustments changing 17 Keep visitors and children away from any machine parts or performing any maintenance DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the machine is operating 7 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure that the power switch is in the position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical receptacle 19 MAINTAIN your balance DO NOT extend yourself over the tool Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes A WARNING Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax 18 KEEP protective guards in place and in working order 20 MAINTAIN all machines with care ALWAYS KEEP machine clean and in good working order KEEP all blades and tool bits sharp 8 AVOID a dangerous working environment DO 21 NEVER leave a machine running unattended Turn NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT or expose them to rain or moisture leave the machine until it has come to a complete stop A WARNING 22 REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning the machine ON 23 SECURE all w
11. 3 The 45 degree positive stop E should contact the table at this point SEE FIG 24 4 adjustment is necessary loosen the hex nut on the 45 degree stop and adjust stop until it contacts the table when the bevel scale reads 45 degrees 5 Once the stop is set retighten the hex nut 27 UPPER BEARING ADJUSTMENT LOWER BEARING ADJUSTMENT NOTICE Make certain that you have followed all of the steps in the SETTING BLADE TENSION section in the A WARNING ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual prior to starting MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT this section ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE A WARNING 1 Loosen Thumbscrew A and slide thrust bearing B MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT until it is 003 of the saw Dind Again this is ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE about the thickness of a dollar bill Once the thrust bearing is set retighten thumbscrew SEE FIG 26 1 Loosen thumbscrew and slide thrust bearing B until it is within 003 of the saw blade This Is equivalent to about the thickness of a dollar Bill Once the thrust bearing is set retighten thumb screw SEE FIG 25 Table removed for clarity Fig 25 2 The guide bearings E should be positioned within 1 32 of the saw blade If an adjustment is necessary loosen thumbwheel C and adjust knobs D until each guide bearing is within 1 32 of the blade Each Guide Bearing E is controlled separately by the knob D directly behi
12. 60Hz 1725 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Footprint 16 1 4 x 18 1 4 Width 27 Depth 19 Height 74 Net Weight 298 lbs SHIPPING DIMENSIONS BANDSAW Carton Type cardboard carton Width 24 Depth 51 Height 17 Gross Weight 283 Ibs BASE Carton Type cardboard carton Width 18 Depth 20 1 2 Height 26 Gross Weight 99 Ibs ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS There are a variety of accessories available for your Steel City Product For more information on any accessories associated with this and other machines please contact your nearest Steel City distributor or visit our website at www steelcitytoolworks com DEFINITION OF TERMS Blade drift A problem that may occur when the blade begins to wander off the cutting line Crosscutting Cutting across the grain of the work piece Guide Bearings Located on either side of the blade providing stability for blade while in operation Resaw The process of slicing stock to reduce its thickness Ripping Cutting lengthwise down the workpiece with the grain of the wood Set Refers to the way in which the saw teeth are ben tor positioned Tracking refers to the position of the saw blade on the wheels while the machine is running Thrust Bearing Located behind the saw blade pro viding support to the back of the blade when the saw isin operation AN e rommoogou p Power Switch Flexible Lamp Blade Tension Cam Handle Blade Guard Adjustment Knob
13. OR90529 OR90502 OR90235 DESCRIPTION PIN SPRING M6 X 30mm FENCE BODY SCR HEX SOC SET M8 X 12mm WASHER FLAT M8 WASHER LOCK M8 SCR HEX HD X 25mm LOCK KNOB WASHER FLAT M8 FENCE RESAW POST REAR RAIL SCR HEX SOC SET M6 X 25mm PAD REAR HOOK WASHER FLAT M6 WASHER LOCK M6 NUT HEX M6 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS 1 877 SC4 TOOL 1 877 724 8665 14 n 5 Year Warranty
14. eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operat ing power tools 11 DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform an tion for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher guality job by only performing operations for which the machine was intended A WARNING 12 DO NOT stand on a machine Serious injury could ALWAYS wear hearing protection Plain cotton is result if it tips over or you accidentally contact any not an acceptable protective device Hearing moving part eguipment should comply with ANSI S3 19 13 Standards A WARNING DO NOT store anything above or near the machine 14 DO NOT operate any machine or tool if under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication 15 EACH AND EVERY time check for damaged parts prior to using any machine Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly are not damaged and perform their intended functions Check for alignment binding or breakage of all 4 ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust moving parts Any guard or other part that is dam mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or air aged should be immediately repaired or replaced rticles SEE 16 Ground all machines If any machine is supplied with a 3 prong plug it must be plugged into a 3 contact electrical receptacle The third prong is
15. x 50mm Hex head screw and one flat washer Repeat this A CAUTION step for the second stationary wheel SEE FIG 2 Take care to support the motor when turning the base right side up Failure to do so can cause the motor to slam into the side of the cabinet damaging the motor cabinet or both ATTACHING BANDSAW TO BASE A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE A WARNING The bandsaw is very heavy Two people are reguired for this step 1 Place the bandsaw on top of the base making sure to line up the four holes in the base with the four holes in the casting of the bandsaw NOTE When placing the bandsaw on the base make sure that the exposed pulley A and the cutout B in the base are on the same side SEE FIG 4 Fig 4 2 Fasten the bandsaw to the base using four M8 x 40mm Hex head screws four M8 flat washers and four M8 lock washers INSTALLING BELT AND BELT GUARD A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Remove the access panel A from the base SEE FIG 5 Fig 5 2 Install Belt by walking the belt onto the Bandsaw pulley B and the Motor pulley C NOTE There are 2 steps on both the motor pulley and the bandsaw pulley Installing the belt on the smaller step of the motor pulley and on the larger step of the bandsaw pulley will cause the blade to run at 1500 SFPM while placing the belt on the
16. 078 0890346 0874405 0890507 0874406 DESCRIPTION ADJUST KNOB GUIDE RACK WASHER FLATM20 SCR HEX HD M20 X 70mm TENSION SHAFT UPPER FRAME WASHER FLATM8 RETAINING RING INTERNAL35 SCR HEX HD FLANGE M8 X 12mm SCR PAN HD M6 X 8mm WASHER EXT TOOTH M6 SWITCH BRACKET SCR TAPM3 5 X 16mm SWITCH CORD POWER CORD STRAIN RELIEF 7P 2 SCR HEX SOC X 8mm SWITCH ASSEMBLY BLADE GUARD SPECIAL WASHER SCR HEX HD LOCK 8 X 12mm SCR HEX HD FLANGE M8 X 50MM THUMB SCREW BEARING BRACKET UPPER THUMB SCREW RETAINING RING 10 UPPER BEARING SHAFT SHAFT BEARING 628 2Z RETAINING RING 8 SCR PAN HD M6 X 8mm WASHER FLATM6 WARNING LABEL BLADE GUARD SCR HEX SOC HD M6 X 22mm HAND WHEEL TRANSPARENT COVER TRANSPARENT COVER NUT HEX M4 SCR PAN HD M4 X 8mm SAW GUARD PLATE PAN SCREW M5 x 8mm SPRING WASHER M5 2 N N PP BB et N N O Q N O N N N B N N N N dt a 11616 1272 A 36 KEY NO 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 111 112 113 115 PART NO OR73563 OR74256 OR94331 OR73565 OR94222 OR92174 OR90248 OR90307 OR73570 OR74257 OR94840 OR90248 OR74258 OR90059 DESCRIPTION TABLE INSERT GRANITE BANDSAW TABLE SCR HEX HD M10 X 50mm CLAMP SHOE SCR HEX HD M8 X 60mm SCR HEX SOC HD M8 X 30mm WASHER LOCK M8 NUT HEX M8 PIN TRUNNION SCR HEX SOC HD MB X 35 mm WASHER LOCK M8 SCALE WASHER FLAT M
17. 4 0873603 0873602 OR90311 OR90248 OR93891 OR73672 DESCRIPTION SCR PAN HD M5 X 12mm CABLE TIE SPEC LABEL CABINET CASTER WHEEL SCR HEX HD M8 X 50mm WASHER FLATM8 FOOT TAPE CASTER ASSEMBLY SCR HEX HD 5 16 18 X 4 NUT HEX FLANGE M8 NUT LOCK 5 18 18 WASHER FLAT1 2 RETAINING RING EXTERNAL1 2 SCR CARRIAGE HD M8 X 20mm FOOT PEDAL REAR WHEEL BRACKET PIN WASHER FLATM8 8WASHER LOCK M8 SCR HEX HD M8 X 40mm 50100 USER MANUAL ENGLISH 4 bP FP Pe BeBe N N N 4 NPN 4 4 N N N N 4 4 gt NOTES 42 KEY 401 402 403 404 405 406 407 408 409 410 411 412 413 414 415 416 417 418 PART NO OR91749 OR90502 OR90529 OR74268 OR72519 OR72523 OR72525 OR72500 OR90307 OR72499 OR72498 OR95206 OR72497 OR72496 OR90431 OR91774 OR90529 OR92723 af 4220 40319 ipli 4019 DESCRIPTION SCR HEX HD M6 X 25mm WASHER LOCK M6 WASHER FLAT M6 FRONT RAIL END CAP GUIDE TUBE SCALE FENCE HANDLE NUT HEX M8 CAM CLAMP NUT HEX FLANGE M6 SLIDE BLOCK POINTER WASHER FLAT M4 SCR PAN HD M4 X 10mm WASHER FLAT M6 SCR HEX HD M6 X 40mm 425 123121 N amp 413121 OTY O 41 419 420 421 422 423 424 425 426 427 428 429 430 431 432 433 434 435 OR93376 OR72501 OR94235 OR90311 OR90248 OR92735 OR72490 OR90311 OR72492 OR72495 OR74269 OR93936 OR72494 OR72493
18. 40 OR73541 OR94829 OR90232 OR73542 OR74402 OR74403 OR73543 0873544 0891730 OR94830 OR73545 DESCRIPTION RIVET 2 X 8 NAME PLATE UPPER DOOR NUT LOCK M6 SAW BLADE 1 4 W 9105 5 L TIRE NUT HEX M12 WASHER FLATM12 UPPER WHEEL UPPER WHEEL ASSEMBLY CONSISTS OF REF 5 6 9 STUD SCR HEX HD FLANGE NUT HEX FLANGE M6 SCR PAN HD M6 X 10mm SPECIAL WASHER REAR UPPER GUARD WARNING LABEL SLEEVE BEARING 6202 2Z UPPER WHEEL SHAFT HINGE TENSION KNOB SLIDING BRACKET NUT WING M8 ADJUST KNOB PIN SPRING FIBER WASHER NUT SQUARE M10 HANDLE ASSEMBLY CONSISTS OF REF S 29 30 BALL KNOB HANDLE RETAINING RING EXTERNAL20 PIN ROLLM4 X 20mm TENSION CRANK SLEEVE FENCE GLIDE PAD INSULATOR THUMB SCREW SCR SPECIAL PLASTIC SETM8 X 16mm RETAINING RING 8 GEAR 2 A A N oom eom o m o N N om i 35 KEY NO 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 69A 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 81 82 83 PART NO OR73546 OR73547 OR94843 OR94842 OR73549 OR74404 OR90311 OR94827 OR94833 OR94777 OR94793 OR73552 OR94831 OR73550 OR73551 OR94832 OR90283 OR73553 OR72415 OR94834 OR94835 OR94836 OR73558 73557 OR73556 OR94837 OR73560 OR73889 0894838 0894830 0894777 0890059 0873562 0874252 0891812 0873522 0874253 0874254 0890
19. 6 2 O KM N 4 lt N N a KEY NO 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 PART NO OR90502 OR91758 OR90135 OR73572 OR90143 OR74259 OR73573 OR90235 OR90508 OR74260 OR90145 OR90507 OR93370 DESCRIPTION WASHER LOCK M6 SCR HEX SOC HD M6 X 16mm SCR PAN HD M4 X 6mm POINTER WASHER FLATM4 TRUNNION SUPPORT KNOB NUT HEX M6 SCR HEX HD M6 X 20mm LOWER BLADE GUARD WASHER LOCK M5 SCR PAN HD M5 X 8mm LOCK NUT M6 2 N N N O 222 246 2 218 3 217 2 5 216 21 un 20 203 202 200 38 KEY NO 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 N A 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 PART NO 0873578 0873579 OR73522 OR91812 OR91754 OR73526 OR94846 OR94847 OR73580 OR73581 OR73583 OR90381 OR90145 OR90462 OR94848 OR73584 OR94849 OR73576 OR94841 OR93930 OR94851 OR94777 OR90145 OR90505 OR90145 OR73575 OR73586 OR94845 OR94844 OR94843 OR73587 OR73588 OR73589 OR90145 OR90507 OR73585 OR90222 DESCRIPTION WARNING LABEL LOWER GUARD ASSEMBLY HAND WHEEL SCR HEX SOC HD M6 X 22mm NUT LOCK M6 TIRE NUT HEX M20 WASHER FLATM20 LOWER WHEEL ASSEMBLY CONSISTS OF REF S 205 208 LOWER WHEEL SPECIAL WASHER NUT HEX M5 WASHER LOCK M5 WASHER 5
20. ACKET THUMB SCREW SPECIAL SCREW SLEEVE SPECIAL KNOB WRENCH HEX 3mm WRENCH HEX 4mm WIRE CLIP SCR PAN HD M5 X 8mm M4 BIG WASHER WARNING LABEL WORK LIGHT ASSEMBLY INSULATOR BRACKET WASHER LOCK M5 SCR HEX SOC HD M5 X 12mm QTY N N omo N N Ln nnn P N N N N 4 O N KEY NO 300 301 302 303 304 305 306 307 308 309 310 311 312 313 314 315 316 317 318 319A 319B 319C 320 PART NO OR94856 OR90228 OR73543 OR94618 OR73608 OR73606 OR73609 OR94857 OR90307 OR90248 OR90311 OR73611 OR70380 OR73612 OR94858 OR73613 OR73614 OR90222 OR94859 OR70433 OR73615 OR73616 OR94775 7 3424 W 341 4 340 4 DESCRIPTION SCR HEX HD M10 X 100mm NUT HEX M10 CABLE GROMMET SCR HD FLANGE M6 X 10mm UPPER BELT GUARD DAMPING WASHER ACCESS PANEL SCR PAN HD M6 X 15mm NUT HEX M8 WASHER LOCK M8 WASHER FLATM8 MOTOR BRACKET MOTOR LABEL PIN RETAINING RING E RING 9 BELT6PJ1050 MOTOR PULLEY SCR HEX SOC SETM6 X 10mm X 45 MOTOR START CAPACITOR RUN CAPACITOR SCR CARRIAGE HD M8 X 20mm N N lt PSP Pp Pp O a A KEY NO 321 322 323 324 325 326 327 328 329 330 331 332 333 334 335 336 337 338 339 340 341 342 N A 303 3 PART NO OR92137 OR73610 OR74263 OR73617 OR73618 OR91497 OR90311 OR73620 OR73619 OR73601 OR91502 OR94771 OR94774 OR94854 0894855 0894775 087360
21. IN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE GENERAL CLEANUP Keep the bearing guides clean and free of buildup of pitch resin etc Remove any deposits from the wheels to help avoid vibration and premature blade breakage Keep the inside of bandsaw clear of sawdust Occasionally vacuum out the inside of the unit or blow out the inside of the unit with an air hose Clean and grease the raising lowering mechanism if the unit becomes difficult to move REPLACING POLY V BELT INSTALLING CHANGING BLADES A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT A WARNING ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT 1 Remove the Motor Access Panel and the Pulley ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Cover 1 Remove the table insert and take the tension off of 2 Loosen the M10 Hex Nut A and the Motor the blade by rotating the Cam Lever A clockwise Tensioning Bolt B to take tension off of the belt SEE FIG 29 SEE FIG 30 2 Open both the upper and lower doors of the band Fig 30 saw 3 Carefully remove the blade from between the upper and lower guides and remove the blade from both of the wheels Slide the blade through the slot in the table to remove the old blade 4 Guide the new blade through the table slot and place into the blade guides and onto the center of the upper and lower wheels NOTICE The blade teeth MUST point downward and towards the front of the saw 5 Replace t
22. INCIDENTAL PUNI TIVE OR CONSEOUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THIS WARRANTY THE BREACH OF ANY AGREEMENT OR WARRANTY OR THE OPERATION OR USE OF ITS MACHINERY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES ARISING FROM DAMAGE TO FIX TURES TOOLS EOUIPMENT PARTS OR MATERIALS DIRECT OR INDIRECT LOSS CAUSED BY ANY OTHER PARTY LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS FINANCING OR INTEREST CHARGES AND CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PERSON WHETHER OR NOT NOTICE OF SUCH POSSIBLE DAMAGES HAS BEEN GIVEN TO SCTW B DAMAGES OF ANY KIND FOR ANY DELAY BY OR FAILURE OF SCTW TO PERFORM ITS OBLIGA TIONS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR C CLAIMS MADE A SUBJECT OF A LEGAL PROCEEDING AGAINST SCTW MORE THAN ONE 1 YEAR AFTER SUCH CAUSE OF ACTION FIRST AROSE The validity construction and performance of this Warranty and any sale of machinery by SCTW shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania without regard to conflicts of laws provisions of any jurisdiction Any action related in any way to any alleged or actual offer acceptance or sale by SCTW or any claim related to the performance of any agree ment including without limitation this Warranty shall take place in the federal or state courts in Allegheny County Pennsylvania E Name 8 How would you rank your woodworking skills Street Simple Intermediate Apt No
23. KEYS X 9 X 22 LOWER DRIVE SHAFT KEYC5 X 40 BRUSH SCR PAN HD M5 X 6mm SCR HD M6 X 10mm BEARING 6204 2Z SCR PAN HD M6 X 8mm WASHER LOCK M5 SCR PAN HD M5 X 12mm WASHER LOCK M5 BRUSH BRACKET BACK GUARD NUT HEX M20 WASHER LOCK M20 WASHER FLATM20 PIN WIRE JACKET WIRE CLAMP WASHER LOCK M5 SCR PAN HD M5 X 8mm PULLEY SCR HEX SOC SSETM6 X 10mm QTY ho S 4 ek N lt xk lt N N lt ek e e k a N N O N lt 4 ek k a a a 39 KEY NO 236 237 238 239 240 241 242 243 244 245 246 247 248 249 250 251 251A 251B 252 253 254 255 256 257 258 259 260 261 262 263 264 265 266 267 268 269 PART NO OR94852 OR94851 OR94850 OR90507 OR90145 OR73583 OR73590 OR74261 OR74262 OR94853 OR73592 OR90501 OR94830 OR94838 OR73594 OR73593 OR95205 OR90462 OR90145 OR73595 OR94837 OR73596 OR73597 OR73598 OR73599 OR73600 OR90290 OR90291 OR74255 OR90507 OR74408 OR74267 OR74264 OR74265 OR74266 OR90145 OR90877 DESCRIPTION NUT HEX M20 X 1 BEARING 6204 2Z WAVE WASHER SCR PAN HD M5 X 8mm WASHER LOCK M5 SPECIAL WASHER GUARD BASE ASSEMBLY CONSISTS OF REF S 219 236 237 238 241 243 BASE SCR HEX SOC HD M5 X 6mm DUST PLATE SCR PAN HD M6 X 16mm RETAINING RING 8 BEARING 628 2Z LOWER BRACKET SLEEVE SCR PAN HD M5 X 30mm M5 FLAT WASHER M5 SPRING WASHER LOWER BEARING SHAFT RETAINING RING 10 LOWER BEARING BR
24. OWER SOURCE 1 Feed the blade through the slot in the table SEE FIG 9 Fig 9 2 Once the blade reaches the center hole of the table rotate the table 90 degrees clockwise so that the miter slot is towards the right of the machine 22 RAIL ASSEMBLY 3 Fasten the Guide Tube D to the Front Rail using five M6 x 25mm Hex Head Screws five M6 Lock A WARNING Washers and five M6 Flat Washers Try to center the screws in the slots of the front rail Snug up the MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT screws but do not fully tighten at this time SEE ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE FIG 13 Fig 13 Attach the Front Rail A to the underside of the Granite Table B using two M6 x 25mm Hex Head Screws two M6 Lock Washers and two M6 Flat Washers SEE FIG 11 Fig 11 FENCE ADJUSTMENT A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER RCE 2 Attach the Rear Rail C to the rear of the table D 9 SOURC using two M6 x 25mm Hex Head Bolts two M6 Lock Washers and two M6 Flat Washers SEE 1 Place the Fence A onto the Guide Tube FIG 12 Make sure that the hook on the rear of the Fence fits under the Rear Rail SEE FIG 14 Fig 12 2 Align left side of the Fence Body with the right edge of the Miter Slot in the Granite Table Push down on the Fence Handle to lock the fence in place 3 The fence body should align parallel with the Miter Slot If an adjustment is
25. TH Blades for the bandsaw are available in different stan dard widths This width is measured from the rear of the blade to the tip of the tooth In general a wider blade is used for ripping and generally straight line cuts The narrower blades are mainly used for cutting a workpiece with curves and bends 31 PITCH The unit of measure for pitch is teeth per inch A fine pitch meaning having more teeth per inch will deliver a smoother cut but will take a longer time to complete A coarse pitch meaning having fewer teeth per inch will cut much faster but leave a rougher finish A good rule of thumb is the thicker the workpiece the coarser the pitch should be TOOTH SHAPE Tooth shapes come in several basic types Three of them are hook skip and variable Skip and hook types are used to help obtain a higher feed rate when cutting thick workpieces while variable combines the features of two types of blades SET The term set refers to the way that the saw teeth are bent or positioned Set patterns are selected depend ing on the type of material being cut BLADE MATERIAL Bandsaw blades can be made from different types of materials Some common materials are carbon steel spring steel and high speed steel OPERATIONS A WARNING ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety g
26. USIVE SUPPLIER OF WOODWORKING MACHINERY WITH GRANITE WORK SURFACE COMPONENTS 10 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON GRANITE COMPONENTS Steel City Tool Works takes great pride in the innovative development of solid GRANITE work surface components woodworking Its consistent flatness stability and ease of care compared to other more common work surfaces are major advantages to woodworkers GRANITE is a natural resource guarried and processed for use in our machines Because of its natural state you will find some inconsistencies in the appearance of the material This is com mon and should be expected It makes each machine we produce unigue Because it is the most consistent throughout the slab we use only the black variety of GRANITE Our goal is to provide you with the strongest most stable work surface available GRANITE is also easy to maintain with an annual application of a granite sealer available in many specialty home improvement or retail outlets To support our belief that you will find Steel City s GRANITE as strong stable and reliable as we have we offer the following 10 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY on all GRANITE components This warranty is offered in conjunction with our standard 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY all other machine components and parts STEEL CITY 10 YEAR WARRANTY ON GRANITE COMPONENTS Steel City Tool Works LLC SCTW warrants all granite components of your Steel City Tool Works machine to b
27. anted for 10 years See the Granite warranty statement supplied with those products SCTW will repair or replace at its expense and at its option any SCTW machine machine part or machine accessory which in normal use has proven to be defective provided that the customer returns the product ship ping prepaid to an authorized service center with proof of purchase and provides SCTW with a reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence accidents or lack of mainte nance or to repairs or alterations made or specifically authorized by anyone other than SCTW Normal wear components are also excluded under this coverage Every effort has been made to ensure that all SCTW machinery meets the highest guality and durability standards We reserve the right to change specifications at any time due to our commitment to continuous improvement of the guality of our products EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE SCTW MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED REPRE SENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO ITS MACHINERY OR ITS CONDI TION MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE SCTW FURNISHES THE ABOVE WARRANTIES IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH ARE HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DIS CLAIMED SCTW SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY A SPECIAL INDIRECT
28. cular Saw _ WOOD Woodcraft Detail Sander Drill Driver WOODEN Boat ___ Woodshop News Miter Saw Orbital Sander _ Woodsmith Woodwork Palm Sander Portable Thickness Planer Woodworker ___ Woodworker s Journal Saber Saw Reciprocating Saw Workbench Other Router Other 4 Which of the following woodworking remodeling shows do 18 What machines accessories would you like to see added to the you watch STEEL CITY line Backyard America The American Woodworker Time The New Yankee Workshop This Old House _ Woodwright s Shop Other 14 What new accessories would you like to see added 5 Whatis your annual household income 20 000 to 29 999 30 000 to 39 999 40 000 to 49 999 50 000 to 59 999 15 Do you think your purchase represents good value 60 000 to 69 999 70 000 to 79 999 Yes 80 000 to 89 999 90 000 16 Would you recommend STEEL CITY products to a friend 6 What your age group Yes No 20 to 29 years 30 to 39 years 40 to 49 years 50 to 59 years 17 Comments 60 to 69 years 70 years 7 How long have you been a woodworker 0 to 2 years 2108 years 81020 years over 20 years FOLD ON DOTTED LINE PLACE STAMP HERE Steel City Tool Works 201 Ann Street Suite 200 Pittsburgh PA 15139 FOLD ON DOTTED LINE STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS EXCL
29. e free from defects of workmanship and materials for a full ten 10 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner SCTW will repair or replace at its option and expense any Steel City granite component which in normal use has proven to be defective provided that the customer returns the component shipping prepaid to an author ized service facility with proof of purchase and provides SCTW with a reasonable opportunity to inspect and verify the alleged defect This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indi rectly to misuse abuse negligence accidents or to repairs or alterations made or specifically authorized by any party other than SCTW Granite components which are cracked broken or chipped significantly enough to interfere with the operation of the machine or the processing of material are covered by this limited warranty See the SCTW 5 Year Limited Warranty that provides the other terms and conditions of this 10 year granite warranty PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Cutting Capacity height Cutting Capacity width Blade Length without optional riser block accessory Blade Speed Minimum Blade Width Maximum Blade Width Table Size Table Tilt Table Height from Floor Wheel Diameter Dust Port Size MOTOR Horsepower Amps Volts1 Phase Hertz RPM 12 14 105 1 2 1500 3000 SFPM 1 8 3 4 16 x 16 45R 3L 43 14 1 1 2HP 14 7A 15 230V single
30. e number the larger the diameter of the extension cord is If in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord use a shorter and thicker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage result ing in a loss of power and overheating CAUTION USE ONLY 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 prong grounding plug and a 3 pole receptacle that accepts the machine s plug If you are using an extension cord outdoors be sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indi cate that it is acceptable for outdoor use Make certain the extension cord is properly sized and in good electrical condition Always replace a worn or damaged extension cord immediately or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects exces sive heat and damp or wet areas MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 115 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG Not recommended 0 to 6 Amps 6 to 10 Amps 10 to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 230 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG Not recommended 0 to 6 Amps 6 to 10 Amps 10 to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps UNPACKING amp INVENTORY A WARNING The machine is heavy two people are required to unpack and lift Use a safety strap to avoid tip over when lifting machine Check shipping carton and machine for damage before unpackaging Carefu
31. elt rests on If the Belt is installed on the smaller step of the Motor Pulley and the larger step of the Saw Blade Pulley the Blade will turn at a rate of 1500 SFPM Conversely with the Belt on the larger step of the Motor Pulley and the smaller step of the Saw Blade Pulley will cause the blade to run at 3000SFPM To change speeds 1 Loosen Hex Nut A and loosen Motor Tensioning Bolt B This will give you the slack you need in order to reposition the belt SEE FIG 27 2 Move the belt by walking the belt onto the set of pulleys that will provide the desired speed 3 Once the belt is in place retighten the Motor Tensioning Bolt and secure the Bolt by retighten the Hex nut NOTICE It is recommended to follow the step in the BELT TENSION section in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual whenever changing blade speed BLADE SELECTION Using the proper saw blade for the job you are ing will optimize the efficiency of your bandsaw and increase the guality of your work There are some basic guestions that apply when determining which type of blade to use What type of material is to be cut How thick is the workpiece What features does the workpiece contain i e bends curves etc These questions will help you with determining which type of blade to use The type of blade is determined by 5 features They are Blade width Pitch Tooth shape Set Blade material fF oO N BLADE WID
32. ge of the wheel loosen the wingnut A and turn the tracking adjustment knob B SEE FIG 21 Fig 21 NOTICE When using the tracking adjustment knob do so in small increments as this is a sensitive adjustment 4 Rotate the wheel again Repeat steps 2 through 4 until the blade rides on the center of the wheel 5 Once proper tracking is achieved close and secure the upper door and retighten wing nut loosened in step 3 ADJUSTING TABLE POSITIVE STOPS 3 Place square on the tabletop and up against the saw blade SEE FIG 24 A CAUTION PAM DO NOT attempt to set the positive stops until you have checked and or adjusted both the blade tension and blade tracking Refer to SETTING BLADE TENSION and BLADE TRACKING in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual SETTING 90 DEGREE STOP 1 Loosen both table locking knobs A SEE FIG 22 Fig 22 4 If an adjustment is necessary tilt the table until it is square to the blade and tighten the two lock knobs 5 Loosen Hex Nut C and adjust the 90 degree posi tive stop B until it contacts the underside of the table Retighten Hex Nut SEE FIG 24 6 Adjust pointer on the bevel scale D to read zero if necessary SEE FIG 23 2 Letthe table rest against the 90 degree stop B SEE FIG 23 Fig 23 SETTING 45 DEGREE STOP 1 Loosen the table lock knobs A SEE FIG 22 2 Tilt the table until the pointer on the bevel scale lines up at the 45 degree mark
33. he blade tension by rotating the knob B Turning the knob clockwise increases the tension while turning the handwheel counterclockwise decreases the tension Fig 19 3 As you rotate the knob you will notice a red marker C on the inside of the scale This is to be used as a guideline for the blade tension depending on the width of the blade For example if you are using a 1 8 blade align the red marker inside the scale with the 1 8 mark on the outside of the scale SEE FIG 20 Fig 20 NOTE The scale is only a recommended guideline for tensioning Always follow the blade manufacturer s rec ommendations for proper blade tension NOTE When the bandsaw is not in use it is a good idea to release the tension on the blade using the cam lever BLADE TRACKING Blade tracking refers to the way the saw blade rides on the wheels while the machine is in operation This adjustment has been set at the factory but it is good practice to check the tracking each time before using the machine Tracking should also be checked after a blade change A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Open the upper door exposing the top wheel of the bandsaw 2 Rotate the wheel clockwise by hand and take note of the position of the blade on the wheel The blade should ride on the center of the wheel 26 3 Ifthe blade does not ride on the center of the wheel or starts to move towards the ed
34. he table insert 32 3 Remove the belt walking the belt off of the upper and lower pulleys NOTICE Before operating bandsaw make sure to go back to the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual and Install the new belt redo the following sections Tighten down the Motor Tensioning Bolt until the belt deflects no more than 1 when sgueezed at its midpoint Once proper tension is achieved tighten down the Hex Nut loosened in step 2 Setting Blade Tension Blade Tracking 6 Reattach both the Motor Access Panel and Pulley Upper and Lower Guide Bearing Adjustments Cover when finished installing the belt TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in sawing and what to do about them Do not make any adjustments until the bandsaw is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE S Saw stops or will not start Does not make accurate 45 or 90 cuts Blade wanders during cut Saw makes unsatisfactory cuts Blade does not come up to speed Saw vibrates excessively Saw unplugged Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Cord damaged Stop not adjusted correctly Angle pointer not set accurately Miter gauge out of adjustment Warped wood Excessive feed rate Incorrect blade for cut Blade tension not set properly Guide bearings not set properly Dull blade Blade mou
35. k washers SEE FIG 16A Fig 16A 2 Once the Lamp is fastened in place run the Power Cord C so that is sits below the Cam Lever D 3 Fasten the Power Cord in place using the Wire Clip E The Wire Clip is held in place using one M5 x 8mm Pan Head Screw ADJUSTMENTS TABLE TILT The table on your bandsaw is designed to tilt up to 45 degrees to the right and up to degrees to the left To tilt the table 1 Loosen both lock knobs A on the underside of the table SEE FIG 17 Fig 17 2 Tilt the table to the right noting that the scale B shows the angle of the table 3 Retighten lock knobs when desired angle is achieved NOTE In order to tilt the table to the left it is neces sary to remove the positive stop bolt C SEE FIG 18 Fig 18 SETTING BLADE TENSION The blade tension is set by using the blade tension knob It MUST be set prior to initial operation as it plays a vital role in setup of other features of the band saw It should also be checked when the blade is replaced and from time to time as the blade will stretch after prolonged use Keep in mind that putting too much or too little tension can cause either blade break age too much pressure or poor cutting results too lit tle pressure A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Loosen the tension on the blade by rotating the cam lever A clockwise SEE FIG 14 2 Sett
36. larger step of the motor pulley and the smaller step of the bandsaw pulley will cause the blade to run at 3000 SFPM 3 Once the belt is installed confirm that the pulleys are aligned using a straight edge on the outer face of both pulleys If an adjustment is necessary the motor itself can be repositioned by loosening the four bolts that attach the motor to the motor plate repositioning the motor and then retightening the four bolts SEE FIG 6 Fig 6 7 Fasten the pulley cover D to the bandsaw using the three pan head flange screws SEE FIG 8 8 Reinstall access panel removed in Step 1 Fig 8 4 Install one M10 Hex Nut A onto the motor tension ing bolt B and thread the bolt into the base of the bandsaw SEE FIG 7 5 Once the tensioning bolt is installed push the dampening washer C onto the end of the bolt 6 Tighten the motor tensioning bolt until the dampen ing washer comes in contact with the motor plate Continue tightening until there is about 1 deflection in the belt when sgueezed at its midpoint Once the correct belt tension is achieved tighten hex nut from step 4 until it bottoms out against the base 21 MOUNTING THE TABLE 3 Position the two threaded bolts so that they line up with the holes in the trunnion Once the bolts are A WARNING through the holes fasten the table using the two table lock knobs A SEE FIG 10 MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE P
37. lasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operating power tools A WARNING ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or airborne particles NOTICE The following section was designed to give instructions on the basic operations of this band saw However it is in no way comprehensive of every bandsaw application It is strongly recommended that you read books trade magazines or get formal training to maximize the potential of your bandsaw and to minimize the risks 30 PRE RUN CHECK Before you begin using your new bandsaw you should give it a thorough inspection and ask yourself the fol lowing questions A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Are the blade bearings properly adjusted N Is the blade tension and blade tracking properly set e Is the fence aligned parallel to both the table and the blade Is the unit stable does it rock or wobble a Have you read all the warnings associated with this Saw BLADE GUARD HEIGHT The blade guard height is set by loosening the thumb screw A turning the adjustment knob B Turning the knob clockwise lowers the guard while turning it coun terclockwise raises the guard The guard should set no higher than 1 4 above your workpiece during use SEE FIG 28 Fig 28 A WARNING Fig 29 MAKE CERTA
38. lly remove packaging materials parts and machine from shipping carton Always check for and remove protective shipping materials around motors and moving parts Lay out all parts on a clean work surface A Base Poly V Belt C Mobile Base Caster Assembly D Stationary Wheels 2 E Pulley Cover w Remove any protective materials and coatings from all of the parts and the bandsaw After cleaning apply a good quality paste wax to any unpainted surfaces Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly Compare the items to inventory figures verify that all items are accounted for before discarding the shipping box A WARNING If any parts are missing do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn the machine The machine should only be turned after all the parts have been obtained and installed correctly For missing parts contact Steel City at 1 877 SC4 TOOL F Adjustable Lamp G Table H Table Lock Knobs I 3mm Hex Wrench J 4mm Hex Wrench K Table Insert HARDWARE NOT SHOWN M5 x 8mm pan head screw 1 M5 x 12mm hex Socket head cap screws 2 5 lock washer 2 Wire clip 1 BANDSAW HARDWARE M8 x 50mm Hex Head Screw 2 S28 Ao 2 M8 x 20mm Carriage Bolt 2 M8 Flange Nut 2 M8 Flat Washer 2 Leveling Feet 2 Motor Tensioning Bolt M10 x 100mm M10 Hex Nut Damping Washer M8 x 40 mm Hex Head Screw 4 8 Flat Washer 4
39. nd wiring should be made by qualified personnel only AWARNING 4 REDUCE the risk of electrical shock DO NOT use this machine outdoors DO NOT expose to rain or moisture Store indoors in a dry area 5 AWARNING STOP using this machine if at any time you experience difficulties in performing any operation Contact your supervisor instructor or machine service center immediately Safety decals are on this machine to warn and direct you to how to protect yourself or visitors from personal injury These decals MUST be maintained so that they are legible REPLACE decals that are not legible DO NOT leave the unit plugged into the electrical outlet Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing performing maintenance tasks or cleaning ALWAYS turn the power switch OFF before unplugging the bandsaw 9 DONOT handle the plug or bandsaw with wet hands 10 USE accessories only recommended by Steel City 11 DO NOT pull the bandsaw by the power cord NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp edges hot surfaces oil or grease 12 DO NOT unplug the bandsaw by pulling on the power cord ALWAYS grasp the plug not the cord 13 REPLACE a damaged cord immediately DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug DO NOT USE if the bandsaw is not operating properly or has been damaged left outdoors or has been in contact with water 14 DO NOT use the bandsaw as a toy
40. nd it 2 The guide bearings E should be positioned within 1 32 of the blade If an adjustment is necessary loosen thumbscrew C and adjust knob D until the guide bearing is within 1 32 of the blade Use this process for the left and right guide bearings 3 Once guide bearings and thrust bearing are set make certain that all thumbscrews and thumb wheels are retightened NOTE When setting the guide bearings make sure that the bearings do not extend past the set of the blade 3 Once guide bearings and thrust bearing are set make certain that all thumbscrews are retightened 28 BELT TENSION Belt tension is adjusted using the Motor Tensioning Bolt It should be adjusted on initial setup and when the belt is replaced It should also be checked periodically as the belt may stretch after time Correct belt tension is achieved when there is 1 or less deflection in the belt when sgueezed at it s midpoint A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 To adjust the belt tension first remove the pulley cover by removing the three Phillips head screws that fasten it to the bandsaw 2 Check belt tension by sgueezing it at the point just where it exits the base SEE FIG 27 Fig 27 3 If an adjustment is necessary loosen Hex Nut A and Tighten Motor Tensioning Bolt B until the proper tension is achieved 4 Once the correct tension is achieved retighten Hex Nut
41. necessary loosen the two Hex Bolts C in the top of the Fence Body and shift the Fence Body until it is parallel with the Miter Slot Retighten the two Hex Bolts SEE FIG 14 pg 23 4 Remove the Fence and reposition it on the Guide Tube that the Cursor D lines up with the Zero mark on the scale Lock the fence down SEE FIG 15 Fig 15 NOTICE The scale is divided into upper and lower sections When performing this step BE SURE to align the Cursor with the Zero mark on the lower scale The upper scale is for use with the Resaw Post which will be discussed later in this manual 5 With the Fence locked down loosen the five M6 x 15mm Screws that fasten the Guide Tube to the Front Rail and reposition the Guide Tube until the Fence just touches the blade Securely tighten the five M6 x 25mm Screws NOTICE Do not force the Fence into the blade so that it bends The fence should just touch the blade ATTACHING RESAW POST A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Attach the Resaw Post A to the Fence B by threading the Lock Knob C through the Fence and fastening it to Resaw Post SEE FIG 16 Fig 16 2 Position the Post so that it is centered with the front edge of the blade and tighten Knob securely ATTACHING WORK LAMP 1 The Work Lamp A attaches to the Cast Iron Frame B of the Bandsaw using two M5 x 12mm Socket Head Cap Screws and two M5 loc
42. nst unsafe practices CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indi cates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTICE This symbol is used to alert the user to useful informa tion about proper operation of the machine A WARNING Exposure to the dust created by power sanding saw ing grinding drilling and other construction activities may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury including silicosis a serious lung dis ease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust The dust may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Always operate tool in well ventilated area and pro vide for proper dust removal Use a dust collection system along with an air filtration system whenever possible Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water 1 To avoid serious injury and damage to the machine read the entire User Manual before assembly and operation of this machine A WARNING ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debris into the
43. nted wrong Gum or pitch on blade Incorrect blade for cut Gum or pitch on table Extension cord too light or too long Low shop voltage Base on uneven floor Bad Poly V belt Motor mount is loose Loose hardware 33 SOLUTION 1 2 3 Check plug connections Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Replace cord Check blade with square and adjust stop Check blade with square and adjust pointer Adjust miter gauge Select another piece of wood Reduce feed rate Change blade to correct type Set blade tension according to blade manufacturer s specs Review guide bearing adjustment Replace blade Teeth should point down Remove blade and clean Change blade to correct type Clean table Replace with adequate size and length cord Contact your local electric company Reposition on flat level surface Replace v belt Tighten motor mount hardware Tighten hardware 34 KEY NO O 0o Oo gt WO N 10 1 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 33B 35 36 37 38 PART NO OR93823 OR73521 OR74400 OR91754 OR74401 OR73526 OR94825 OR90304 OR73527 OR73525 OR73554 OR94833 OR90235 OR93930 OR73528 OR73529 OR73530 OR73531 OR94826 OR73532 OR73533 OR73534 OR73535 OR94206 OR73536 OR73537 OR73538 OR73539 OR94828 OR74250 OR735
44. on their hair if the hair is long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts 28 29 SAVE these instructions and refer to them freguent ly and use them to instruct other users Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is also available from the following sources Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute org National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 American National Standards Institute 25West 43rd St 4th Floor New York NY 10036 ANSI 01 1 Safety Reguirements For Woodworking Machines WWW ANSI ORG U S Department of Labor Regulations OSHA 1910 213 Regulations WWW OSHA GOV PRODUCT SAFETY 1 Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another qualified individual who is familiar with this machine and its operations Every work area is different Always consider safe ty first as it applies to your work area Use this machine with respect and caution Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the machine Prevent electrical shock Follow all electrical and safety codes including the National Electrical Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections a
45. ork When it is possible use clamps or jigs to secure the workpiece This is safer than attempting to hold the workpiece with your hands 9 CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by 24 STAY ALERT watch what you are doing and use removing switch keys unplugging tools from the common sense when operating any machine DO electrical receptacles and using padlocks NOT operate any machine tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 10 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses 25 26 27 USE ONLY recommended accessories Use incorrect or improper accessories could cause seri ous injury to the operator and cause damage to the machine If in doubt DO NOT use THE USE of extension cords is not recommended for 230V eguipment It is better to arrange the placement of your eguipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for an extension cord If an extension cord is necessary refer to the chart in the Grounding Instructions section to determine the minimum gauge for the extension cord The extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin Wear proper clothing DO NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry These items can get caught in the machine during operations and pull the operator into the moving parts Users must wear a protective cover
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