50100 - 14" Deluxe Bandsaw w/ Parts Breakdown
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1. 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 NOTES 31 1 4 62 61 2 63 N enge 32 KEY NO O o O Om FR O N C0 amp O Oo O O O NPN IO N N MP MPM NN D D a N OUO A N O O DAN DOA P ND O O DA s O N O PART NO OR93823 OR73521 OR73522 OR91812 OR91754 OR73523 OR73524 OR73525 OR73526 OR73527 OR94825 OR90304 OR90235 OR93930 OR73528 OR73529 OR73530 OR94826 OR94827 OR73531 OR94827 OR94826 OR73532 OR73533 OR73534 OR73535 OR94206 OR73536 OR73537 OR73538 OR73539 OR94828 OR94829 OR73540 OR73541 OR90232 OR73542 DESCRIPTION 2X8 RIVET NAME PLATE HAND WHEEL M6 X 20mm HEX SOC SCREW M6 LOCK NUT UPPER DOOR SAW BLADE 1 4 W 93 5 L UPPER WHEEL ASSY INC REF 9 10 TIRE UPPER WHEEL M12 NUT M12 FLAT WASHER M6 HEX FLANGE NUT M6 X 10mm PAN HD SCREW SPECIAL WASHER REAR UPPER GUARD WARNING LABEL BEARING 6202 2Z INT RET RING 35 SLEEVE INT RET RING 35 BEARING 6202 2Z UPPER WHEEL SHAFT HINGE TENSION KNOB SLIDING BRACKET M8 WING NUT ADJUST KNOB PIN SPRING FIBER WASHER M10 SQUARE NUT EXT RET RING 20 BALL KNOB TENSION HANDLE M42. DDO lt MEJTA 112 E 113 2 121 x 124 122 2 123 2 131 Tw ke PA u TIBLA a 124 2 Ee omassa 126 N 143 e N 172 2 1374 X ia 17102 US 0 138 x DAN oH x den 139 2 4 m 170 X N KA N geg e 4 165 168 3 so X m JA i yo b acsi l JANEN a e Y 1H7 2 AT ES d SE 47602 XN pue 178 181 N 17 N 1832 N a Ne diez n ANM ANN 182 1890 eX wA n cme 1 193 0 Q d r xol 7 191 4 NX 188 3 190 2 19477 B E 195 34 KEY NO 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 143 144 146 147 148 149 PART NO OR73563 OR94839 OR73564 OR94342 OR73565 OR73566 OR73567 OR73568 OR73569 OR73566 OR90059 OR90502 OR91758 OR73570 OR94840 OR90248 OR73571 OR90135 OR73572 OR90143 OR73573 OR73574 OR90145 OR90507 OR90508 OR90235 OR90248 OR90308 OR94222 OR90307 OR90505 OR90145 OR90145 OR94841 OR73575 OR73576 OR90462 OR90145 OR90381 OR94842 OR94843 OR94844 OR94845 OR91812 OR73577 OR73578 OR91754 DESCRIPTION TABLE INSERT M3 X 8mm SPRING PIN TABLE M10 X 60mm HEX HD SCREW CLAMP SHOE TRUNNION TAPER PIN FRONT TRUNNION ASSY INC REF 108 109 SCALE TRUNNION M6 WASHER M6 LOCK WASHER M6 X 16mm HEX SOC HD SCREW PIN M8 X 35mm HEX SOC SCREW
3. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE The Motor Strap A 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 ATTACHING MOBILE BASE AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE The mobile base consists of one rotating adjustable caster wheel and two stationary wheels that allows you to move the bandsaw around your shop with ease To install 1 Fasten the stationary wheel A to the wheel well in the corner of the base using one M8 x 50mm Hex head screw and one 8 flat washer Repeat this step for the second stationary wheel SEE FIG 2 Fig 2 2 Fasten the caster wheel assembly C to the base using the two M8 x 20mm Carriage Bolts and two 8 Flange Nuts SEE FIG 3 Fig 3 3 Attach the leveling feet D by screwing the studs into the threaded holes in the bottom of the base gt Turn the mobile base right side up and make sure that the base does not wobble or rock If it does adjust the leveling feet up or down until the unit is stable A CAUTION 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 AWARNING MAKE CERT
4. Read and understand this manual before using machine 14 DELUXE BANDSAW Model Number 50100 G STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS VER 2 07 Manual Part No OR73622 THANK YOU for purchasing your new Steel City Bandsaw This bandsaw has been designed tested and inspected with you the customer in mind W hen properly used and maintained 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 total customer sati sfaction 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 INSIR E E ese f NR ad o A 4 SECTION 2 Product Specifications oet re aep td eee A due Polo De aj be ep a SA bandh nar ba 7 SECTION 3 Accessories and Attachments AA 7 SECTION 4 Definition e ON H SECTION 5 F eatufe Identificatiot E 8 SECTION 6 General Safety iu ice a ea eb di bb lanyard eh ert e Hr n tl tC a fe Hn dle i ee 9 SECTION 7 PRODUCES ately o teo d AS 11 SECTION 8 Electiical Requirements tea RE EE EE 12 SECTION 9 Unpacking amp 1 ient Ete e Eh 14 SECTION 10 Assem
5. 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 If the bandsaw is not operating properly or has been damaged left out doors or has been in contact with water 14 DO NOT use the bandsaw as a toy DO NOT use near or around children 15 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 16 MATCH the blade type an
6. Backyard America ___ The American Woodworker Home Time _ The New Yankee Workshop This Old House _ _ Woodwright s Shop Other 14 5 What is your annual household income 20 000 to 29 999 30 000 to 39 999 40 000 to 49 999 60 000 to 69 999 80 000 to 89 999 70 000 to 79 999 ___ 90 000 16 6 What is your age group 20 to 29 years 40 to 49 years 60 to 69 years 30 to 39 years ___ 70 years 7 How long have you been a woodworker _ Oto 2 years 2to 8 years 8 to 20 years Over 20 years Fine Woodworking 12 50 000 to 59 999 15 _ 50 to 59 years 17 Simple Advance _ Intermediate Master Craftsman How many Steel City machines do you own What stationary woodworking tools do you own Check all that apply Air Compressor Band Saw A Drill Press Drum Sander Dust Collection Horizontal Boring Machine Jointer _ Lathe A Mortiser _ Panel Saw Planer _ Power Feeder Radial Arm Saw Shaper Spindle Sander Table Saw _ Vacuum Veneer Press _ A Wide Belt Sander Other Which benchtop tools do you own Check all that apply Belt Sander _ Belt Disc Sander _ Drill Press Band Saw Grinder ___ Mini Jointer Mini Lathe Scroll Saw Spindle Belt Sander Other Which portable hand held power tools do you own Check all that apply
7. SEE FIG 25 3 Open both the upper and lower doors of the band Saw 4 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 5 Guide the new blade through the table slot and place into the blade guides and onto the center of the upper and lower wheels 28 REPLACING POLY V BELT AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Remove the Motor Access Panel and the Pulley Cover Loosen the M10 Hex Nut A and the Motor Tensioning Bolt B to take tension off of the belt SEE FIG 26 Fig 26 3 4 5 6 Remove the belt by walking the belt off of the upper and lower pulleys Install the new belt Tighten down the Motor Tensioning Bolt until the belt deflects no more than 1 when squeezed at its midpoint Once proper tension is achieved tighten down the Hex Nut loosened in step 2 Reattach both the Motor Access Panel and Pulley Cover when finished installing the belt 29 NOTICE Before operating bandsaw make sure to go back to the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual and redo the following sections Setting Blade Tension Blade Tracking Upper and Lower Guide Bearing Adjustments TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in sawing and what to do about them
8. ing power tools 11 DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform an opera tion for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the machine was intended AWARNING 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 equipment should comply with ANSI S3 19 13 Standards AWARNING 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 icles up 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 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 h
9. ADJUSTMENTS TABLE TILT The table on your bandsaw is designed to tilt up to 45 degrees to the right and up to 3 degrees to the left To tilt the table 1 Loosen both lock knobs A on the underside of the table SEE FIG 12 Fig 12 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 13 Fig 13 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 AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Loosen the tension on the blade by rotating the cam lever A clockwise SEE FIG 14 N Set the blade tension by rotating the knob B Turning the knob clockwise increases the tension while turning the handwheel counterclockwise decreases the tension Fig 14 3 As you rotate the knob you will notice a red marker C on the inside of the scale This is to be used
10. M8 LOCK WASHER TRUNNION SUPPORT M4 X 6mm PAN HD SCREW POINTER M4 WASHER KNOB LOWER BLADE GUARD M5 LOCK WASHER M5 X 8mm PAN HD SCREW M6 X 20mm HEX HD SCREW M6 NUT M8 LOCK WASHER M8 X 30mm HEX SOC SCREW M8 X 60mm HEX HD SCREW M8 NUT M5 X 12mm PAN HD SCREW M5 LOCK WASHER M5 LOCK WASHER M5 X 6mm PAN HD SCREW BRUSH BRACKET BRUSH M5 FLAT WASHER M5 LOCK WASHER M5 NUT M20 X 70mm HEX HD SCREW M20 FLAT WASHER M20 LOCK WASHER M20 NUT M6 X 20mm HEX SOC SCREW HAND WHEEL WARNING LABEL M6 LOCK NUT QTY DN N ad ND 4 4 2 D N 4 4 4 D N e DN DN DD 0o 35 KEY NO 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173 174 175 176 177 178 179 181 182 183 185 186 187 188 189 190 191 192 193 194 195 196 PART NO OR73579 OR73580 OR73526 OR73581 OR73582 OR94846 OR94847 OR73583 OR94848 OR73584 OR94849 OR94851 OR94850 OR94851 OR73583 OR94852 OR73585 OR90222 OR93930 OR94777 OR73586 OR73587 OR73588 OR73589 OR90145 OR90507 OR90507 OR90145 OR73590 OR94853 OR73591 OR73592 OR90501 OR73593 OR73594 OR91786 OR94830 OR94838 OR73595 OR94837 OR73596 OR73597 OR73598 OR73599 OR73600 DESCRIPTION LOWER DOOR LOWER WHEEL ASSY INC REF 152 153 TIRE LOWER WHEEL LOWER CASTIN
11. QTY oa lt an DN lt wp N PDN lt BP 4 lt DN lt PP 38 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS www steelcitytoolworks com 1 877 SC4 TOOL 1 877 724 8665 2 Year Warranty
12. 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 10 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of may result in serious personal injury flammable liquids or gasses 10 25 26 27 USE ONLY recommended accessories Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause seri ous injury to the operator and cause damage to the machine If in doubt DO NOT use it THE USE of extension cords is not recommended for 230V equipment It is better to arrange the placement of your equipment 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 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 frequent ly and use them to instruct other users Information regardin
13. 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 15 Fig 15 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 AWARNING 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 22 3 If the blade does not ride on the center of the wheel or starts to move towards the edge of the wheel loosen the wingnut A and turn the tracking adjustment knob B SEE FIG 16 Fig 16 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
14. in line voltage result ing in a loss of power and overheating ACAUTION USE ONLY a 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 50 LONG 100 LONG 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 AWARNING 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 Carefully remove packaging materials parts and machine from shipping carton Always check for and remove protective shipping materials around motors and mo
15. is used to alert the user to useful informa tion about proper operation of the machine AWARNING 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 AWARNING 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 glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operat
16. that attach the motor to the motor plate repositioning the motor and then retightening the four bolts SEE FIG 6 7 Fasten the pulley cover D to the bandsaw using the three pan head flange screws SEE FIG 8 Fig 8 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 Once the tensioning bolt is installed push the dampening washer C onto the end of the bolt 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 squeezed at its midpoint Once the correct belt tension is achieved tighten hex nut from step 4 until it bottoms out against the base MOUNTING THE TABLE 5 Replace the tapered pin B removed in step 1 SEE FIG 11 AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Remove the tapered pin from the table Fig 11 2 Feed the blade through the slot in the table where the tapered pin was removed SEE FIG 9 Fig 9 3 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 4 Position the two threaded bolts so that they line up with the holes in the trunnion Once the bolts are through the holes fasten the table using the two table lock knobs A SEE FIG 10 Fig 10 20
17. 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 a square on the tabletop and up against the saw blade SEE FIG 19 A CAUTION E 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 17 Fig 17 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 18 6 Adjust pointer on the bevel scale D to read zero if necessary SEE FIG 17 2 Let the table rest against the 90 degree stop B SEE FIG 18 Fig 18 SETTING 45 DEGREE STOP 1 Loosen the table lock knobs A SEE FIG 17 2 Tilt the table until the pointer on the bevel scale lines up at the 45 degree mark 3 The 45 degree positive stop E should contact the table at this point SEE FIG 18 4 If an adjustment is necessary loosen the hex nut on the 45 degree stop and adjust stop until it con tacts the table when the bevel scale reads 45 degrees 5 Once the stop is se
18. 8 DESCRIPTION M8 X 20mm CARRIAGE BOLT 1 2 FLAT WASHER EXT RET RING1 2 5 16 18 LOCK NUT M8 FLANGE HEX NUT CASTER ASSY 5 16 18 X 4 HEX HEAD SCREW PIN REAR WHEEL BRACKET FOOT PEDAL M8 X 40mm HEX HD SCREW M8 LOCK WASHER M8 FLAT WASHER MOTOR TENSION BOLT ASSY INC REF 216 217 218 M10 X 100mm HEX HD SCREW M10 NUT DAMPING WASHER CABLE GROMMET M6 X 10mm PAN SCREW W FLANGE UPPER BELT GUARD ACCESS PANEL M6 X 15mm PAN FLAT HD SCREW M5 X 12mm PAN HD SCREW CABLE TIE M8 NUT M8 LOCK WASHER QTY BP Pa lt lt N N N Nv PB lt O O 2 lt a 37 KEY NO 228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236A 236B 236C 236D 237 238 239 240 241 242 243 244 245 246 247 300 301 302 PART NO OR73611 OR73612 OR94858 OR90311 OR73613 OR73614 OR90222 OR94859 OR70433 OR70380 OR73615 OR73616 OR94775 OR70328 OR73617 OR91497 OR90311 OR73618 OR73619 OR73620 OR73621 OR90291 OR90290 OR73622 OR73623 OR73624 DESCRIPTION MOTOR BRACKET PIVOT PIN E RING 9 M8 FLAT WASHER BELT 6PJ1050 MOTOR PULLEY M6 x 10mm HEX SOC SET SCREW KEY C5X45 MOTOR MOTOR LABEL START CAPACITOR RUN CAPACITOR 8 X 20mm CARRIAGE BOLT SPEC LABEL CABINET 8 X 50mm HEX HD BOLT M8 FLAT WASHER CASTER WHEEL TAPE FOOT WORK LIGHT ASSY 4mm ALLEN WRENCH 3mm ALLEN WRENCH ENGLISH MANUAL NOT SHOWN SPANISH MANUAL NOT SHOWN FRENCH MANUAL NOT SHOWN
19. AIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE AWARNING The bandsaw is very heavy Two people are required 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 AWARNING 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 larger step of the motor pulley and the smaller step of the bandsaw pulley will cause the blade to run at 3000 SFPM Fig 6 4 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
20. Belt Sander A Biscuit Jointer Dust Collector _ Circular Saw A Detail Sander ___ Drill Driver Miter Saw Orbital Sander Palm Sander Portable Thickness Planer Saber Saw Reciprocating Saw Router Other What machines accessories would you like to see added to the STEEL CITY line What new accessories would you like to see added Do you think your purchase represents good value Yes No Would you recommend STEEL CITY products to a friend Yes No Comments FOLD ON DOTTED LINE PLACE STAMP HERE SteelCityToolWorks 4 Northpoint Court Bolingbrook IL 60440 FOLDON DOTTEDLINE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Cutting Capacity height 6 Cutting Capacity width 14 Blade Length without optional riser block accessory 93 1 2 Blade Length with optional riser block accessory 105 Blade Speed 1500 3000 SFPM Minimum Blade Width 1 8 Maximum Blade Width 3 4 Table Size 16 x 16 Table Tilt 45R 3L Table Height from Floor 43 Wheel Diameter 14 Dust Port Size 4 Motor Horsepower 1 1 2 HP Amps 14 7A Volts 115 230 V Phase single Hertz 60Hz RPM 1725 Product Dimensions Footprint 16 1 4 x 18 1 4 Width 27 Depth 19 Height 68 Net Weight 272 lbs Shipping Dimensions BANDSAW Carton Type cardboard carton Width 24 Depth 45 Height 17 Gross Weight 192 Ibs BASE Carton Type cardboard
21. Do not make any adjustments until the bandsaw is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop PROBLEM 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 LIKELY CAUSE S 1 2 3 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 mounted 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 30 2 3 SOLUTION 1 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
22. G ASSY INC REF 159 161 162 163 164 165 181 M20 NUT M20 FLAT WASHER SPECIAL WASHER KEY 5X9X22 LOWER DRIVE SHAFT KEY C5X40 BEARING 6204 27 WAVE WASHER BEARING 620422 SPECIAL WASHER M20 X 1 NUT PULLEY M6 x 10mm HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 X 10mm PAN HD SCREW M6 X 8mm PAN HD SCREW BACK GUARD PIN WIRE JACKET WIRE CLAMP M5 LOCK WASHER M5 X 8mm PAN HD SCREW M5 X 8mm PAN HD SCREW M5 LOCK WASHER GUARD M5 X 6mm HEX SOC SCREW BASE DUST PLATE M6 X 16mm PAN HD SCREW SLEEVE LOWER BRACKET M5 X 25mm PAN HEAD SCREW RET RING 8 BEARING 628 2Z LOWER BEARING SHAFT RET RING 10 LOWER BEARING BRACKET THUMB SCREW SPECIAL SCREW SLEEVE SPECIAL KNOB QTY lt oa pH 0 O N DN 4 DN N BH DN DN BHA DY O N 4 lt 21 216 217 212 4 N S 2134 14 MN 218 222 ER 48 f 214 4 4 L KS 223 6 227 4 201 2 p 32 4 da 236B 235 e z D eo 2360 GT 241 2 P a ye AAN 36 KEY NO 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 PART NO OR94775 OR94854 OR94855 OR94774 OR94771 OR73601 OR91502 OR73602 OR73603 OR73604 OR93891 OR90248 OR90311 OR73605 OR94856 OR90228 OR73606 OR73543 OR94618 OR73608 OR73609 OR94857 OR92137 OR73610 OR90307 OR9024
23. 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 1 Blade width 2 Pitch 3 Tooth shape 4 Set 5 Blade material BLADE WIDTH 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 27 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
24. X 20mm SPRING PIN TENSION CRANK QTY ES d LSK xc e a 4s 46 cas 240 0 407 de lac ef Se De AS 1 X7 0243 5 33 KEY NO 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 59 60 61 62 63 64 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 PART NO OR73543 OR73544 OR91730 OR94830 OR73545 OR73546 OR73547 OR90311 OR73548 OR73549 OR94777 OR94793 OR94831 OR73550 OR73551 OR94832 OR73552 OR73553 OR94833 OR73554 OR94834 OR94835 OR73555 OR94836 OR90283 OR73556 OR73557 OR73558 OR94837 OR73889 OR73560 OR94838 OR94830 OR73561 OR73562 OR90059 OR94777 DESCRIPTION CABLE GROMMET THUMB SCREW M8 X 16mm NIYLON SCREW RET RING 8 GEAR ADJUST KNOB GUIDE RACK M8 FLAT WASHER UPPER FRAME TENSION SHAFT M6 X 8mm PAN HD SCREW M6 EXT TOOTH WASHER M3 5 X 16mm TAP SCREW SWITCH CORD POWER CORD 14AWGX3C STRAIN RELIFE 7P 2 SWITCH BRACKET SWITCH ASSY M8 X 12mm HEX FLANGE SCREW STUD M8 SPECIAL WASHER M8 X 12mm HEX HD LOCK SCREW BLADE GUARD 8 X 50mm HEX FLANGE SCREW M8 X 8mm HEX SOC SET SCREW THUMB SCREW UPPER BEARING BRACKET THUMB SCREWI RET RING 10 UPPER BEARING SHAFT UPPER BEARING SHAFT BEARING 628 2Z RET RING 8 BLADE GUARD WARNING LABEL BLADE GUARD M6 WASHER M6 X 8mm PAN HD SCREW QTY DD oO 0 N oO DY DN O lt lt N lt BPO N O
25. 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 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 AWARNING 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 OPERATIONS AWARNING 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 glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operating power tools AWARNING ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or airborne particles NOTICE The
26. alidity construction and performance of this Warranty and any sale of machinery by SCTW shall be governed by the law of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania without regard to conflicts of law s 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 and agreement including without limitation this Warranty shall take place in the federal or state courts in Allegheny County Pennsylvania Warranty registration card must be submitted to SCTW for purpose of proof within 90 days of purchase with a copy of the sales receipt Failure to do so will revert the 2 year warranty to 1 year as in the terms stated above This registration is also needed to facilitate contact in case of a safety recall This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain States or Provinces Note to user This instruction manual is meant to serve as a guide only Specification and references are subject to change without prior notice Check the website www steelcitytoolworks com for updated manuals with reference to the VER located on the front page LIMITED WARRANTY ACCU SHOP line of bench top tools Steel City Tool Works LLC SCTW warrants this SCTW ACCU SHOP machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner for domestic use C
27. as slip pery floor surfaces from debris grease and wax 6 ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle when 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 OFF position before 18 KEEP protective guards in place and in working plugging in the power cord to the electrical order receptacle 19 MAINTAIN your balance DO NOT extend yourself over the tool Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax 20 MAINTAIN all machines with care ALWAYS KEEP machine clean and in good working order KEEP all blades and tool bits sharp AWARNING 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 AWARNING 22 REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning the machine ON 23 SECURE all work 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
28. bly rm en ton M Next taz 17 SECTION 11 Adjiustments eta iren ipte irc ve Egg terunt B Pe DS de ec ue e DR e toL Eq eg 21 SECTION 12 Operations ii st vin ER aE i pete tae aE a Ea ER 26 SECTION 13 Maintenance xiii ii je aee iv EMIN Sts A EE PATA Kuin ae ae 28 SECTION WE Spur E ee ln RE 30 SECTION 15 Parts List o c a e e Det Ue eee tuer etc ege 32 INTRODUCTION This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine It should be kept 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 WARRANTY 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Steel City Tool Works LLC SCTW warrants this SCTW machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner for domestic use Granite components are warranted for 2 years based on normal use and is void if non SCTW accessories are used that cause the break or chip Customer must advise SCTW within 30 days for any damage or defect found upon receipt of the product to qua
29. 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 bent or 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 is in operation FEATURE IDENTIFICATION S Awe Gu ciry K W AG a ommoo m gt Power Switch Magnetic Lamp Blade Tension Cam Handle Blade Guard Adjustment Knob Blade Guard Table Mobile Base Caster Assembly GENERAL SAFETY AWARNING TO AVOID serious injury and damage to the machine read and follow all Safety and Op
30. d 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 do 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 REQUIREMENTS AWARNING 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 12 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 ha
31. each guide bearing is within 1 32 of the blade Each Guide Bearing E is controlled separately by the knob D directly behind it 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 and thumb wheels are retightened 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 squeezed at it s midpoint AWARNING 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 squeezing it at the point just where it exits the base SEE FIG 22 Fig 22 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 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 Type Dull Blade If you experience blade drift check the appropriate
32. erating 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 tional 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 requirements 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 gt This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety mes sages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury AWARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation if not avoid ed MAY result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against 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
33. 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 recom mended that you read books trade magazines or get formal training to maximize the potential of your bandsaw and to minimize the risks 26 PRE RUN CHECK Before you begin using your new bandsaw you should give it a thorough inspection and ask yourself the fol lowing questions AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Are the blade bearings properly adjusted 2 ls the blade tension and blade tracking properly Set 3 Is the fence aligned parallel to both the table and the blade 4 ls the unit stable does it rock or wobble 5 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 23 Fig 23 BLADE SELECTION Using the proper saw blade for the job you are perform ing will optimize the efficiency of your bandsaw and increase the quality of your work There are some basic questions that apply when determining which type of blade to use What type of material is to be cut
34. from different types of materials Some common materials are carbon steel spring steel and high speed steel MAINTENANCE isos MAKE CERTAIN 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 The table is an unfinished metal surface that over time will accumulate rust if not properly cared for When the bandsaw is not in use keep a light coat of WD 40 on the table top as this will help prevent rust from occurring If rust has already accumulated use WD 40 and a fine steel wool to get rid of the rust Using a quality paste wax on the table surface is also a good form of preventative maintenance to help keep rust from forming 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 NOTICE The blade teeth MUST point downward and towards the front of the saw 6 Replace the tapered pin and table insert INSTALLING CHANGING BLADES A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Take the tension off of the blade by rotating the Cam Lever A clockwise SEE FIG 24 2 Remove the table insert B and the tapered pin C
35. g 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 25 West 43rd Street 4th floor New York NY 10036 www ansi org ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U S Department of Labor 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 and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only AWARNING 4 TO 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
36. lify for the warranty on granite The warranty does not cover any product used for professional or commercial production purpose nor for industrial or educational applications Such cases are covered by our 1 year Limited Warranty with the Conditions and Exceptions listed below Conditions and exception Warranty applies to the original buyer only and may not be transferred Original proof of purchase is required Warranty does not include failures breakage or defects deemed after inspection by an Authorized Service Center ASC or agent of have been directly or indirectly caused by or resulting from improper use lack of or improper maintenance misuse or abuse negligence accidents damage in handling or transport or normal wear and tear of any part or component Additionally warranty is void if repairs or alterations are made to the machine by an unauthorized service center without the direct consent of SCTW Consumables such as blades knives bits and sandpaper are not covered Wear items such as drive belt bearings switch are covered for 1 year To file a claim of warranty or to find a service center call toll free 877 724 8665 or email customercare steelcitytoolworks net and you must be able to present the original or photo copy of the sales receipt including the serial number from the machine and or carton SCTW will inspect repair or replace at its expense and its option any part that has proven to be defective in workmanship o
37. onsumables such as blades knives bits and sandpaper are not covered Wear items such as drive belt bearings switch are covered for 1 year The warranty does not cover any product used for professional or commercial production purpose nor for industrial or educational applications Such cases are covered by our 30 days Limited Warranty with the Conditions and Exceptions listed previously gO TL a A ae WARRANTY CARD How would you rank your woodworking skills Name 8 Street Apt No City State Zip Phone Number 9 E Mail 10 Product Description Model No Serial No The following information is given on a voluntary basis and is strictly confidential 1 Where did you purchase your STEEL CITY machine Store City 2 How did you first learn of Steel City Tool Works Advertisement Order Catalog 11 _ _ Web Site Friend Local Store Other 3 Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to American Woodworker American How To Cabinetmaker Family Handyman Fine Homebuilding _ Journal of Light Construction Popular Mechanics ____ Popular Woodworking Old House Journal Popular Science Today s Homeowner WOOD Woodcraft __ WOODEN Boat Woodshop News _ _ Woodsmith _ _ Woodwork _ _ Woodworker _ _ Woodworker s Journal _ Workbench Other 4 Which of the following woodworking remodeling shows do 13 you watch
38. r material provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to a designated ASC and provides SCTW with a reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection SCTW will return the product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will at your direction dispose of or return the product In the event you choose to have the product returned you will be responsible for the handling and shipping costs of the return SCTW furnishes the above warranties in lieu of all other warranties express or implied SCTW shall not be liable for any special indirect incidental punitive or consequential damages including without limitation loss of profits arising from or related to the warranty the breach of any agreement or warranty or the operation or use of its machinery including without limitation damages arising from damage to fixtures tools equipment parts or materials direct or indirect loss caused by and other part loss of revenue or profits financing or interest charges and claims by and third person whether or not notice of such possible damages has been given to SCTW Damages or any kind for any delay by or failure of SCTW to perform its obligations under this agreement or claims made a subject of a legal proceeding against SCTW more than one 1 year after such cause of action first arose The v
39. t retighten the hex nut 23 UPPER BEARING ADJUSTMENT NOTICE Make certain that you have followed all of the steps in the SETTING BLADE TENSION section in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual prior to starting this section AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Loosen thumbscrew A 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 20 Fig 20 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 are retightened 24 LOWER BEARING ADJUSTMENT AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Loosen Thumbscrew A and slide thrust bearing B until it is within 003 of the saw blade Again this is about the thickness of a dollar bill Once the thrust bearing is set retighten thumbscrew SEE FIG 21 Fig 21 Table removed for clarity D 2 The guide bearings E should be positioned within 1 32 of the saw blade If an adjustment is neces sary loosen thumbwheel C and adjust knobs D until
40. uipment grounding con ductor to a live terminal if repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary 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 AWARNING 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 13 EXTENSION CORDS AWARNING 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 gauge 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
41. ve 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 AWARNING 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 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 eq
42. ving parts Lay out all parts on a clean work surface Remove any protective materials and coatings from all of the parts and the bandsaw The protective coatings A Base Poly V Belt C Mobile Base Caster Assembly D Stationary Wheels 2 E Pulley Cover 00 can be removed by spraying WD 40 them and wiping it off with a soft cloth This may need redone several times before all of the protective coatings are removed completely 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 AWARNING If any parts are missing do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn ON the machine The machine should only be turned ON after all the parts have been obtained and installed correctly For missing parts contact Steel City at 1 877 SC4 TOOL F Adjustable Magnetic Lamp G Table H Table Lock Knobs I 3mm Hex Wrench J 4mm Hex Wrench K Table Insert 15 8 50mm Hex Head Screw 2 M8 x 20mm Carriage Bolt 2 8 Flange Nut 2 8 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 M8 Lock Washer 4 Pan Head Flange Screw 3 16 ASSEMBLY REMOVING MOTOR STRAP AWARNING
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