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1. The table may also be set at 90 to the back of the saw blade by adjusting the four trunnion micro adjustment screws found in the base of the lower trunnion A Fig 7 ee Slightly loosen part 134 mounting bolt refer to parts 8 Mounting Bolt explosion on page 28 of this manual Using the 3mm KEEN L wrench provided turn the trunnion micro adjusting i 7 screws 266 as needed to achieve desired setting lt Y Turning the screws clockwise will raise the trunnion a Y counterclockwise will lower Check table for 90 and O A tighten part 4434 Underside of Table l Figure 7 NOTE The Trunnion Fig 7 is shown removed from bandsaw for clarity Micro adjusting screws are raised to exaggerate their location Only two of the four micro adjusting screws are shown TILTING THE TABLE Loosen the lock handle A Fig 8 on the table trunnion Turn the table tilting knob B Fig 8 to adjust the table to the desired angle Use the angle indicator scale on the trunnion bracket to find the desired angle Retighten the lock handle to secure the table Figure 8 11 ADJUSTMENTS TRACKING THE BANDSAW BLADE WARNING Unplug the bandsaw Make sure the upper and lower blade guides are adjusted away from the blade and the tension scale is set to correspond to t2. AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 25 ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES including wood dust crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust Direct particles away from face and body Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal Use dust collection system wherever possible Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury includ ing silicosis a serious lung disease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respira tory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water 26 USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD IN GOOD CONDITION When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw The table on the following page shows the cor rect size to use depending on cord length and nameplate amperage rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the larger diameter of the extension cord If in doubt of the proper size of an exten sion cord use a shorter and thicker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line vo
3. The following instructions will correct common blade issues related to the lower wheel s alignment in relation to the upper wheel These adjustments will correct the blade position on the lower wheel and blade oscillation wobble These are critical adjustments which affect the performance and accuracy of the bandsaw CAUTION PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE STEPS THOROUGHLY BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS FAILURE TO DO SO COULD DAMAGE THE MACHINE Please contact a tech support representative if you have questions before attempting these adjustments RIKON Tech Support 877 884 5167 techsupport rikontools com Release the blade tension completely before making any lower wheel adjustments Pressure must be released on the lower wheel to allow proper adjustments and to avoid damaging the machine If the blade is not running true or it is not running on center of the lower wheel but is correct on the upper wheel then an adjustment to the wheel hub on the rear of the bandsaw is required D H The numbers shown on the rear hub photo represent the positions on a clock face If a blade is tracking forward on the lower wheel toward the door follow these correction steps De tension the saw blade Loosen 9 o clock shaft bolt to take pressure off the shaft Loosen 12 o clock shaft bolt one half rotation Lock all three shaft bolts Re tension the saw blade and set the upper wheel to plumb by adjusting the tracking knob Spin the uppe
4. injury to the operator and cause damage to the tool If in doubt check the instruction manual that comes with that particular accessory 16 NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED Turn the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop 17 DO NOT STAND ONA TOOL Serious injury could result if the tool tips over or you accidentally contact the tool 18 DO NOT store anything above or near the tool where anyone might try to stand on the tool to reach it 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 TOOLS WITH CARE Always keep tools clean and in good working order Keep all blades and tool bits sharp dress grinding wheels and change other abrasive accessories when worn 21 EACH AND EVERY TIME CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS PRIOR TO USING THE TOOL Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly are not damaged and perform their intended functions Check for alignment binding or breaking of moving parts A guard or other part that is damaged should be immediately repaired or replaced 22 DO NOT OPERATE TOOL WHILE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS MEDICATION OR ALCOHOL 23 SECURE ALL WORK Use clamps or jigs to secure the workpiece This is safer than attempting to hold the workpiece with your hands 24 STAY ALERT WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING
5. well lit and organized DO NOT work in an environment with floor surfaces that are slippery from debris grease and wax 7 KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the electrical tool is operating 8 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform an operation for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the tool was intended 9 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 The user must wear a protective cover on their hair if the hair is long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts 10 CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing switch keys unplugging tools from the electrical receptacles and using padlocks 11 ALWAYS UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE when making adjustments changing parts or performing any maintenance SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12 KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER 13 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure that the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical receptacle 14 REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning ON the machine 15 USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause serious
6. you to handle large workpieces without having to reach back to the switch control station to the main STOP button The foot brake s lever when depressed pivots the break pad B Fig 25 against the break disc C Fig 25 on the motor pulley Figure 25 16 OPERATION RE SAWING A re saw guide bar is supplied to help correct any blade wandering during certain re sawing operations For re sawing attach the re saw bar to the slot on the fence Position the re saw bar so that it is aligned with the front of the blade Draw a reference line down the workpiece Use the bar as a pivot point angling the wood left or right while against the bar to follow the line through the cut Fig 26 Note The re saw bar is not needed for all re saw operations Proper blade tension and selection as well as proper guide set up will allow re sawing flat stock against the fence without the use of the re saw bar QUICK RELEASE BLADE TENSION LEVER The tension lever that operates the quick release blade function has two of the most innovative features on the 10 351 Fig 27 One feature allows the blade tension to be released from back or front of the saw The other feature disables the saw from operating if the quick release lever is not engaged with no tension on the blade This prevents accidental starting while the tension lever is off and will eliminate the possibility of damaging a blade or the saw LED WORK LIGHT The LED work ligh
7. 351 217 P10 351 218 P10 351 219 P10 351 220 P10 351 221 P10 351 222 P10 351 223 P10 351 224 P10 351 225 P10 351 226 P10 351 227 P10 351 228 P10 351 229 P10 351 230 P10 351 231 P10 351 232 P10 351 233 P10 351 234 P10 351 235 P10 351 236 P10 351 237 P10 351 238 P10 351 239 P10 351 240 P10 351 241 How Tos for all Band Saw Blades Choosing the Correct Blade Width ans Biada Width Inchas Chart A Blade width is measured from the tips of the teeth to the back edge If no such instructions are provided blade width should be determined with the following guidelines h 1 vm of the blade as shown above The instructions for the particular For Cut Off Sawing the blade should be as wide as the machine will allow y IS machine being used should be followed when selecting blade width The wider the band is the straighter the cut will be Faster feeding can be achieved Y ah b s For Contour Sawing the blade should be as wide as the machine allows but still 14 Du narrow enough so that it can cut the desired shape radius Minimum dimensions v i for different cutting radii are shown on the chart at right f L mp b How To Choose The Correct Number Of Teeth Per Inch TPI rimm rais mrs Ue i al a ied a eh Ed ng heee Itis important to know the SFM for the vanous speed settings of your band saw so that you can select 2 3 TPI should be hr resawing Ser er cutting E TPI thickness Te proper speed
8. 351 7 P10 351 8 P10 351 9 P10 351 10 P10 351 11 P10 351 12 P10 351 13 P10 351 14 P10 351 15 P10 351 16 P10 351 17 P10 351 18 P10 351 19 P10 351 20 P10 351 22 P10 351 23 P10 351 24 P10 351 25 P10 351 26 P10 351 27 P10 351 28 P10 351 29 P10 351 30 P10 351 31 P10 351 32 P10 351 33 P10 351 34 P10 351 35 P10 351 36 P10 351 37 P10 351 38 P10 351 39 P10 351 40 P10 351 41 P10 351 42 P10 351 43 P10 351 44 P10 351 45 P10 351 46 P10 351 47 P10 351 48 P10 351 49 P10 351 50 P10 351 51 P10 351 52 P10 351 53 25 KEY NO DESCRIPTION Washer Hex Nut M6 Locking Nut M8 Seat Pad Screw Shaft Drive Belt Motor Pulley Hex Screw M8X10 Small Hand Wheel Retaining Ring Screw M5X8 Thread Rod Hex Screw M8X20 Flat Washer Washer 3HP Motor Capacitor not shown Hex Screw M8X25 Hex Nut M8 Lower Bearing Bolt Retaining Ring Bearing Sliding Shaft Tension Wheel Retaining Ring Retaining Ring Spring Washer Nut M27X2 Relay Bushing Micro Switch Screw M4X30 Light Screw M4X15 Bushing Upper Guide Cover Thread Handle Adjusting Knob Indicator Light Hex Socket Screw M5X10 Nut M4 Small Hand Wheel Tool Holder Screw Plate Wire Connector Pan Head Screw Pan Head Screw Hex Nut Bracket Pan Head Screw AJ AQ A A AN AQ A BR AO BR BR DL VO AP PY gt as S QTY MFG PART NO P10 351 54 P10 351 55 P10 351 56 P10 351 57 P
9. DESCRIPTION 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173 174 175 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 183 184 185 186 187 188 189 190 191 192 193 NOTE Please reference the Manufacturer s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts For Parts under Warranty the serial number of your machine is required Hex Nut M10 spring Washer Nut M12 spring Washer Locking Nut Flat Washer Bolt Threaded Rod Slide Rod Upper Wheel Shaft Bushing Switch Plate Hex Socket Screw M5X10 Roll Pin Threaded Plate Threaded Rod Bearing Upper Block Lower Block Bearing Support Plate Hex Socket Screw M10X30 Knob Bushing Knob Lever Knob Small Hand Wheel Flat Washer Spring Washer Hex Screw M6X12 31 QTY Na Na RO PHO PHO 2 DR PD PD PO PO PO A PO MFG PART NO P10 351 164 P10 351 165 P10 351 166 P10 351 167 P10 351 168 P10 351 169 P10 351 170 P10 351 171 P10 351 172 P10 351 173 P10 351 174 P10 351 175 P10 351 176 P10 351 177 P10 351 178 P10 351 179 P10 351 180 P10 351 181 P10 351 182 P10 351 183 P10 351 184 P10 351 185 P10 351 186 P10 351 187 P10 351 188 P10 351 189 P10 351 190 P10 351 191 P10 351 192 P10 351 193 PARTS DIAGRAM GUIDE POST ASSEMBLY 235 236 4 A ee 240 239 238 216 217 218 219 215 NOTE Please reference the Manufacturer s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts 214 213 212 211 210 20
10. Overall Size asciscrcassaci necianas 75 x 30 x 29 5 8 1905 x 762 x 752 mm SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this eguipment The following instructions must be followed at all times Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury There are certain applications for which this tool was designed We strongly recommend that this tool not be modified and or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed If you have any questions about its application do not use the tool until you have contacted us and we have advised you SAFETY SYMBOLS A conjunction with other symbols or pictographs SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates DANGER WARNING or CAUTION This symbol may be used in DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Shown without Safety Alert Symbol indicates a situation that may result in property damage GENERAL SAFETY KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read the owner s manual carefully Learn the tools applications work capabilities and its specific poten
11. four nuts will also be used for drift adjustments described on page 15 NOTE It may be necessary to open the table leveling bar to gain access to the right side fence bar stud UPPER GUIDE RAIL COVER Install the plastic Guide Rail Cover 88 into the square hole on the top of the upper frame This cap protects the guide post 195 when it raises above the saw Figure 4 ADJUSTMENTS TOOL STORAGE Tool Holder Storage for the L Hex Wrenches is provided for quick access when adjustments are needed Place the 4 wrenches 3mm 4mm 5mm and 6mm in the tool holder on the rear column support Fig 5 A Hex Socket Screw and Nut 34 35 are provided to hang the push stick Install this hardware on the left side of the column in the prepared threaded hole SETTING THE TABLE SOUARE TO SAW BLADE The table may be set at 90 to the saw blade sides by adjusting the table stop screw A Fig 6 under the table The table stop screw rests on the top of the quick release adjustment stop B Fig 6 First loosen the locking nut C Fig 6 and set a square between the blade and the work table Adjust the table stop screw A Fig 6 until the table and blade are set at 90 Retighten the locking nut A Fig 6 making sure that the setting is maintained
12. is worse reverse the adjustments in steps 3 and 4 23 NO DH PARTS DIAGRAM FRAME ASSEMBLY 12 11 13 14 15 NOTE Please reference the Manufacturer s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts For Parts under Warranty the serial number of your machine is required 27 PARTS LIST FRAME ASSEMBLY KEY NO DESCRIPTION 1 Ring 2 Tap Screw 3 Washer 4 Micro Switch Cap 5 Switch 6 Micro Switch Cover T Frame 8 Rivet 9 Leaf Spring 10 Rivet 11 Clear Window 12 Upper Door Assembly 13 Locking Nut 14 Tube 15 Hex Socket Screw M6X25 16 Stop Switch Box 17 Button 18 Key Switch 19 Pan Head Screw 20 Switch Plate 22 Pointer Plate 23 Pan Head Screw 24 Pointer 25 Flat Washer 26 Pointer Screw 27 Lower Door Assembly 28 Pan Head Screw 29 Micro Switch 30 Hex Socket Screw M6X16 31 Flat Washer 32 Micro Switch Plate 33 Nut 34 Hex Socket Screw M6X30 35 Nut 36 Spring 37 Hex Socket Screw M8X16 38 Hex Socket Screw M6X20 39 Spring Washer 40 Flat Washer 41 Pedal 42 Lever 43 Brake Block 44 Locking Nut 45 Flat Washer 46 Knob 47 Side Cover 48 Plate 49 Washer 50 Bolt M6X16 51 Locking Nut 52 Hex Bolt M6X25 53 Brush A a NNN A ON O AH O S ch MM RN O O O NMNNNN ON O 2 N gt OA HAP O SO AN R ON ON R ONNN AA gt QTY MFG PART NO P10 351 1 P10 351 2 P10 351 3 P10 351 4 P10 351 5 P10 351 6 P10
13. it will not fit the electrical receptacle have the proper electrical receptacle installed by a qualified electrician IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor 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 when installing or replacing a plug USE ONLY A 3 WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS A 3 PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3 POLE RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL S PLUG REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN CORD IMMEDIATELY This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a 220 volt electrical receptacle FIGURE 1 shows the type of the 220v 3 wire electrical plug and electrical receptacle that has a grounding conductor that is required Canadian electrical codes require extension cords to be certified SJT type or better The use of an adapter in Canada is not acceptable EXTENSION CORDS A WARNING Keep the extension cord clear of the working area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool A WARNING Check extensi
14. of the blade should be Use a fine tooth blade for cutting sharp curves See page 34 for more information on blades The machine is especially suited for cutting curves but will also make straight cuts When cutting follow the design marked out by pushing and turning the workpiece evenly into the blade Do not attempt to turn the workpiece without pushing it as this may cause the workpiece to get stuck or bend the blade For straight cuts use the fence provided to feed the workpiece along the blade slowly and in a straight line Use a miter gauge for cross cut or angle cutting ON OFF SWITCH CONTROL STATION The 10 351 has a key on safety feature that will lock out unauthorized users such as students coworkers or employees not trained or gualified to use the bandsaw To operate the saw turn the key A Fig 24 to the right to activate the control station A green light will illuminate B Fig 24 showing that the saw is ready for use Press the green START button C Fig 24 to turn the saw on Once work is finished press the STOP button to turn the saw off Note If working with large pieces and not able to reach the STOP button simply press the foot brake There is a switch built into the foot break assembly that will turn the saw Off FOOT BRAKE The foot brake A Fig 25 when depressed will slow the blade to a stop and will also shut off the bandsaw simultaneously This is an added safety feature that allows
15. 10 351 POWER TOOLS 14 Professional Bandsaw Operator s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference Serial Number Date of purchase For technical support or parts questions email techsupport rikontools com or call toll free at 877 884 5167 10 351M1 www rikontools com TABLE OF CONTENTS Sse ies 6 ot O ee rrr 2 DANGLY ai Tele 3 6 Seno lo KNOW Your Mac EE T GOntents OI I ACK AG ee 8 9 A le JY 2 E oe ee ee 10 AQUSIMO TEE 11 15 ODIO tee 16 17 WS Wat In Le 18 VA date B cle Eu ME 18 Viez ZU piget e neet e WE 19 23 Parts Explosions Parts LISTS arar 24 33 How To Guide for all Band Saw Blades 00000000 anne n nn 34 SA 35 SPECIFICATIONS EEN GEO O O PO 3 HP TEFC Motor Speed no load ooocooonoccncconcconcccononanonononanenonoss 1700 RPM VONG e o eee 220 V AMS HONZ ee 12 9 A 60 Hz BOGE MO E 124 3150 mm EE e eege 1 4 1 6 25 mm Blade Speeds 2 ee 2132 ft min or 4101 ft min Table SIZE PROSEK SEEMS EO rE 21 x 19 535 mm x 485 mm A Left 10 Right 45 Maximum Cutting Width throat eens 13 9 16 345 mm Maximum Cuttng Depth height o 13 15 16 356 mm Table e e EE 36 1 4 921 mm FONCO a 8 g tienpo ans 4 1 2 115 mm SINGS SGU y APP DA 19 3 4 502 mm DUST POPIS 2 eerren ernennen nee EEEE EEEE EESE 4 Diameter 100 mm
16. 10 351 58 P10 351 59 P10 351 60 P10 351 61 P10 351 62 P10 351 63 P10 351 64 P10 351 65 P10 351 66 P10 351 67 P10 351 68 P10 351 69 P10 351 69A P10 351 70 P10 351 71 P10 351 72 P10 351 73 P10 351 74 P10 351 75 P10 351 76 P10 351 77 P10 351 78 P10 351 79 P10 351 80 P10 351 81 P10 351 82 P10 351 83 P10 351 84 P10 351 85 P10 351 86 P10 351 87 P10 351 88 P10 351 89 P10 351 90 P10 351 91 P10 351 92 P10 351 93 P10 351 94 P10 351 253 P10 351 254 P10 351 255 P10 351 256 P10 351 257 P10 351 258 P10 351 259 P10 351 260 P10 351 261 PARTS DIAGRAM WHEEL ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST WHEEL ASSEMBLY KEY NO DESCRIPTION 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 NOTE Please reference the Manufacturer s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts For Parts under Warranty the serial number of your machine is reguired Washer Hex Socket Screw M8X16 Bandsaw Blade Lower Wheel Bushing Tire Retaining Ring Bearing Upper Wheel 27 QTY gt A B NNa O NN MFG PART NO P10 351 95 P10 351 96 P10 351 97 P10 351 98 P10 351 99 P10 351 100 P10 351 101 P10 351 102 P10 351 103 lt D O O H ken D a 246 245 244 243 28 TABLE 8 FENCE ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST TABLE 8 FENCE ASSEMBLY KEY NO DESCRIPTION 104 105 106 107 108 109 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 1
17. 22 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 Rip Fence Locking Plate Washer Spring Washer Hex Socket Screw M6X16 Adjusting Knob Cap Clip Fence Rail Support Shaft Washer Spring Washer Hex Nut M8 Support Plate Washer Wing Knob Hex Socket Screw M8X25 Bearing Bushing Bearing Washer Support Rod Nut M6 Nut M6 Adjusting Handle Carriage Bolt M12x90 Hex Socket Screw M5X10 Hex Socket Screw M5X50 Locking Nut Washer Screw Washer Spring Washer Lower Table Trunnion Locking Handle Locking Handle Hex Socket Screw M6X10 Washer M12X30 RO NO a sch 2 NY N PO HO a a S RA NM AA BB PO PO NP PHO QTY MFG PART NO P10 351 104 P10 351 105 P10 351 106 P10 351 107 P10 351 108 P10 351 109 P10 351 112 P10 351 113 P10 351 114 P10 351 115 P10 351 116 P10 351 117 P10 351 118 P10 351 119 P10 351 120 P10 351 121 P10 351 122 P10 351 123 P10 351 124 P10 351 125 P10 351 126 P10 351 127 P10 351 128 P10 351 129 P10 351 130 P10 351 131 P10 351 132 P10 351 133 P10 351 134 P10 351 135 P10 351 136 P10 351 137 P10 351 138 P10 351 139 P10 351 140 P10 351 141 KEY NO DESCRIPTION 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 243 244 245 246 247 248 249 250 251 252 262 263 264 265 266 Guide Shaft Pointer Pan Head Screw Lower Guide Body Washer Ring
18. 9 207 206 For Parts under Warranty the serial number of your machine is required PARTS LIST GUIDE POST ASSEMBLY KEY NO DESCRIPTION 195 196 197 198 199 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 21 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 220 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239 240 241 Guide Post Rack Pan Head Screw Cover Hex Socket Screw Blade Cover Screw Gear Pan Head Screw Plastic Window Hex Nut M4 Hex Socket Screw Bushing Retaining Ring Bearing Upper Guide Body Ring Threaded Bushing Threaded Shaft Lock Plate Washer Threaded Shaft Threaded Bushing Bushing Hex Socket Screw Hex Socket Screw Washer Hex Socket Screw Pan Head Screw Gear Bracket Washer Hex Bolt M8X20 Screw M6x12 Big Hand Wheel Handle Assembly Hex Screw M6X12 Hex Screw M5X8 Ring Bushing Rod Locking Handle Setting Plate Pan Head Screw Nut M6X15 Washer Wing Knob Support Bracket M8X10 M6X30 M6X20 M8X12 M5X10 33 QTY A A AM MA S S sch sch Dh B B ch AQ ND PD W GW NHN W UI GA PP A A A A S B A a MFG PART NO P10 351 195 P10 351 196 P10 351 197 P10 351 198 P10 351 199 P10 351 200 P10 351 201 P10 351 202 P10 351 203 P10 351 204 P10 351 205 P10 351 206 P10 351 207 P10 351 208 P10 351 209 P10 351 210 P10 351 211 P10 351 212 P10 351 213 P10 351 214 P10 351 215 P10 351 216 P10
19. Tube Threaded Shaft Lock Plate Retaining Ring Bearing Bushing Hex Socket Screw M6X30 Upper Table Trunnion Hex Screw Washer Nut M8 Bolt M8X50 Table Table Insert Shaft Bolt Bushing Handle Assembly Ruler Ruler Carrier left Screw Pan Head Screw Flat Washer Ruler Carrier right Shaft Gear Shaft Pin Set Screw BH pO IA A EN BR EN A AA BD A eech PO PO B P PO PO PO PO HBO A AO QTY MFG PART NO P10 351 142 P10 351 143 P10 351 144 P10 351 145 P10 351 146 P10 351 147 P10 351 148 P10 351 149 P10 351 150 P10 351 151 P10 351 152 P10 351 153 P10 351 154 P10 351 155 P10 351 156 P10 351 157 P10 351 158 P10 351 159 P10 351 160 P10 351 161 P10 351 243 P10 351 244 P10 351 245 P10 351 246 P10 351 247 P10 351 248 P10 351 249 P10 351 250 P10 351 251 P10 351 252 P10 351 262 P10 351 263 P10 351 264 P10 351 265 P10 351 266 NOTE Please reference the Manufacturer s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts For Parts under Warranty the serial number of your machine is required 29 lt a O lt A V pom va a O lt lt D E o O V LLI H LLI O lt ml m W eebe oo oko ONO kole AEE AH bg AVG A PMI Ad Ad IG 4 v DK d wedder OT Se A V V E ES oe S um GH Gen Em r o 65 So Sa 8 gem ua gem es en E Ea Lal 1s GE Em Em gem PARTS LIST BLADE TENSIONING 8 TRACKING KEY NO
20. blade has broken The drive belt has snapped Fence for cutting not used Too fast feed rate The blade teeth are dull or damaged Blade guides not suitably adjusted The teeth are dull caused by cutting hard material or long use 2 The blade was mounted in the wrong direction 1 This is normal Excessive dust build up on the machine exterior components 1 The table is not at right angles to the blade 2 The blade is dull or too much pressure was put on the workpiece 1 The blade tracking knob hasn t been properly adjusted 2 Inferior blade 3 The wheels are not in alignment TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE MACHINE BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY TROUBLESHOOTING REMEDY Check the cable for breakage Contact your local dealer for repair Switch off the motor tighten the quick release lever or blade tension handwheel Open the hinged door and check Replace the blade Replace the belt Use a fence Put light pressure on the workpiece amp make sure the blade does not bend Use a new blade Adjust the blade guides see the section on page 14 and 21 Replace the blade use a 6 T P I blade for wood and soft materials Use a 14 T P blade for harder materials A 14 T P I blade always cuts slower due to the finer teeth and the slower cutting performance Fit the blade correctly Clean the machine regu
21. de tension indicator can also be adjusted for blades made from thicker steel or cut over under in length by different manufacturers With moderate tension on the blade loosen the two adjusting screws with a Phillips head screw driver A Fig 12 Adjust the blade indicator up down as needed B Fig 12 and re tighten the two adjusting screws 12 Figure 10 Figure 12 ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE BANDSAW BLADE WARNING Unplug the machine from the electrical supply This ensures that the Bandsaw will not accidentally turn on if the ON OFF switch is bumped a Open the top and bottom wheel doors by turning the door locking knobs A Fig 13 Figure 13 b N Release the blade tension by moving the quick release lever Fig 14 from right to left Open the hinged door on the blade guard by loosening the wing screw A Fig 15 Loosen then open the table leveling bar A Fig 16 c Remove the saw blade by feeding it through the slot in the table B Fig 16 upper and lower blade Auick Release Lever guides and the slot in the spine of the machine lt gt Be careful not to cut yourself Wear gloves for protecti
22. eassembling and tensioning the drive belt Reverse the procedure to re assemble the saw parts Tension the drive belt until there is 3 8 to 1 2 of deflection 20 TROUBLESHOOTING ADJUSTING THE UPPER BLADE GUIDE BEARINGS PARALLEL TO THE BLADE Refer to Guide Post Assembly parts diagram on page 32 This step may not be necessary it is factory preset If adjustment is needed follow the steps below First slightly loosen part 226 Hex Bolt M8X20 4 each on rear of upper bandsaw housing This will allow you to adjust the micro adjustment screws 227 in part 224 Gear Bracket Next place a 3mm L wrench through the sight holes in part 198 Cover Turning clockwise on the micro adjustment screws in left two holes will adjust the left bearings to the right Turning clockwise on the micro adjustment screws in the right two holes will adjust the right bearings to the left Check bearings for parallel Lastly tighten parts 226 Hex Bolt 4 on back of bandsaw housing Repeat steps if the bearings are still not parallel ADJUSTING THE UPPER SIDE BEARINGS WHICH WILL NOT TRACK CLOSE TO THE BLADE Refer to Guide Post Assembly parts diagram on page 32 If the right or left upper guide bearings do not adjust to within 1 32 of the blade the Guide Post part 195 may need adjustment First lower the Guide Post part 195 all the way to the table second slightly loosen parts 226 Hex Bolt M8X20 4 on the back o
23. eel B Fig 19 to raise or lower the guide post upper blade guide assembly to the desired height Then tighten the guidepost lock knob Note The bottom edge of the guide bearings should be Approximatels approximately 1 4 above the top surface of the work a na 1 4 piece Fig 20 Figure 20 14 ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE BLADE SPEED PULLEY SETTING WARNING Before changing the speed always make sure the machine has been unplugged from the electrical supply The 10 351 has two pulley speed ranges low speed 2132 ft min and high speed 4101 ft min The lower wheel A Fig 21 and the motor shaft have twin multi vee pulleys B Fig 21 A flat ribbed J belt C Fig 21 passes around the wheel pulley motor pulley and belt tension pulley The belt tension is released and applied by using the handwheel D Fig 21 For the high speed the belt should be fitted to the rear pulley on both the motor and the wheel A Fig 22 Large pulley on the motor small pulley on the wheel For the low speed the belt should be fitted to the front pulley on both the motor and wheel B Fig 22 Small pulley on the motor large pulley on the wheel SETTING THE DRIVE BELT TENSION To properly adjust belt tension turn the hand wheel D Fig 21 until there is 3 8 to 1 2 deflection in the flat ribbed J belt ADJUSTING THE RIP FENCE FOR DRIFT Align the fence assembly in or out until it is parallel with the side of
24. f the upper bandsaw cabinet housing Next swing the Guide Post part 195 right or left until side guide bearings are properly spaced on each side of blade making sure that the blade will strike the center of the rear thrust bearing Tighten part 226 Hex Bolt M8X20 4 on the back of the upper bandsaw cabinet housing Raise the Guide Post part 195 seven inches off the table and check alignment If side guide bearings travel out of alignment repeat steps above Raise the Guide Post part 195 to the top of the travel and check final alignment Repeat steps above if necessary CHANGING BANDSAW TIRES Use a putty knife to get underneath the tire and pull it up and away from the wheel Work the putty knife all the way around the wheel to loosen the tire Then use the putty knife as leverage to flip the tire over and off of the wheel Clean the inside of the groove removing any dirt debris or cement with lacquer thinner Soak the replacement tire in warm water to make it more flexible Dry the tire and while it is still warm lay it on top of the wheel Start by setting the tire into the wheel groove at the top of the wheel Using a putty knife work the new tire around the wheel making sure not to slice the tire If rubber cement is to be used as a binder make sure to distribute it evenly Having high spots between the wheel and the tire will cause a vibration and effect blade tracking 21 TROUBLESHOOTING LOWER WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS
25. for cutting wood or other materials Check the operator s manual of your band saw to stock up to 8 A fino toothed blade 18 to 32 TPI shouldbe used 32 3 32 determine the SFM or use the following procedure for thinner metals and plastics under V4 For general cutting of 24 1 8 l 314 wood AT will provide a fast cut and 14 TPI will cut slow Wa Lie 1 Determine the RPM check the operators manual or clock the revolutions per minute of the but leave a smoother finish T 1 wheels with a tachometer or revolution counter When Selecting IPI remember M 3 16 2 Measure the diameter of the drive wheel in inches and multiply by 262 to obtain the wheel More TPI give a smoother but slower cut A circumference The RPM times circumference equals the surface speed of the blade gt Fewer TPI allow a faster cut with a slightly 6 Im RPM x diameter in inches x 262 SFM rougher finish 4 3 97 gt a yp Note Spring Steel Wood Cutting Band Saw Blades should never be operated at surface speeds above Atleast three teeth must be inthe workpleca 3000 SFM Carbon Hard Edge Flexible Back Band Saw Blades may be run up to 8000 SFM the chart to the right will help you decide I 12 Installing your Band Saw Blade 1 Unplug the saw then loosen the tension on the upper wheel With all the blade guides backed off slip the new blade around the wheels and then tension it 2 When you have tensioned the blade enough to keep it on the wheels track it by
26. guides too close as this will adversely affect the life of the blade When the correct adjustment is reached lock the guides in position by tightening the lock knob B Fig 17 Finally follow the same steps above to position the rear thrust roller guide Lower Guides To adjust the lower blade guides first loosen the hex nut A Fig 18 then move the lower guide support casting to allow the side roller guides to be approximately 1 16 behind the gullets of the blade and re tighten the hex nut Next set the roller guides to within 1 32 of the blade by releasing the lock knob B Fig 18 and turning the micro adjusting knob C Fig 18 Do not set the guides too close as this will adversely affect the life of the blade When the correct adjustment is reached lock the guides in position by re tightening the lock knob B Fig 18 Adjust the thrust bearing to be just clear of the back of the blade by unlocking the hex nut D Fig 18 and turning adjusting knob on rear of the trunnion Finally re tighten the hex nut D Fig 18 Make sure the doors are closed turn the bandsaw on and inspect that the upper lower and thrust bearings are not turning All bearings should not turn unless pressure from workpiece is applied to the blade If bearings are turning under no pressure repeat the steps above to correctly adjust the blade guides ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT Loosen the guidepost lock knob A Fig 19 and turn the guidepost handwh
27. he width of the blade you are using Open both doors Loosen the lock lever A Fig 9 by turning it counter clockwise and turn the blade tracking knob B Fig 9 clockwise counterclockwise while turning the upper wheel by hand at least three rotations or until the blade tracks centered on the wheel Finally tighten the lock lever and close the doors ADJUSTING THE BLADE TENSION The 10 351 has a Quick Release blade function which allows for fast blade changing and tensioning The Quick Release Lever is shown in Figure 10 To loosen the tension of the blade turn the blade tension hand wheel or lever A Fig 11 counter clockwise To tighten the tension of the blade turn the blade tension hand wheel clockwise Tension the blade until the tension readings correspond to the width of blade you are using by viewing through the tension indicator window B Fig 11 Note The blade tension scale may read differently due to cut specifications of the blade manufacturer It might be necessary to increase decrease tension up down one size on blade tension scale to achieve proper blade tension AACAUTION Always tension the blade with the quick release lever in the On position Failure to do so could result in lack of blade tension or tension failure BLADE TENSION INDICATOR ADJUSTMENT The Blade Tension Indicator arrow should be checked and adjusted the first time the saw is set up and run and whenever a new blade is installed The bla
28. ith no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools Inc to modify previously delivered units Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety assembly and operation of this machine 6 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE Xo IONMOOUT Hoist Ring Tension Indicator Window Blade Tension Hand Wheel Switch Rip Fence Guide Post Cap Blade Tracking Window Guide Post Rise Fall Handle Guide Post Lock Knob Hinged Blade Guard Blade Guides see OF es ebe Work Table Drive Belt Tension Wheel 4 Dust Ports Foot Break Blade Tracking Knob Quick Release Lever Tool Holder LED Light Table Tilt Lock Knobs Power Control Box Motor CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Model 10 351 14 Professional Bandsaw is shipped complete in one crate Unpacking and Checking Contents a Separate all loose parts from packaging materials and check each item with Table of Loose Parts to make sure all items are accounted for before discarding any packaging material Thread hoist ring into threading hole on top of Bandsaw frame This allows the user to connect a properly secured hoist mechanism to lift the Bandsaw With the help of another person or by installing hoist ring unbolt the Bandsaw from the packing pallet Properly lift the Bandsaw off the packing pallet and place on level floor Remo
29. larly Open the hinged door and remove the sawdust with a vacuum cleaner Clean the ventilating slots of the motor with a vacuum cleaner From time to time remove the sawdust to prevent it from being sucked into the housing Adjust the table Replace the blade or put less pressure on the workpiece Adjust the tracking knob see page 12 Replace the blade Adjust the lower wheel see pages 22 amp 23 Contact Technical Support 877 884 5167 or techsupport rikontools com For parts or technical questions contact techsupport rikontools com or 877 884 5167 19 NOTES Use this section to record maintenance service and any calls to Technical Support TROUBLESHOOTING CHANGING THE MOTOR DRIVE BELT Refer to Frame Assembly parts diagram on page 24 Before changing the belt make sure that the bandsaw is unplugged from the power source Release the saw blade tension from the drive belt by turning the quick release blade tension lever Release the drive belt tension by using the blade tension hand wheel Part 62 Remove the lower wheel Wheel Assembly Part 98 by removing the hex head bolt and washer in the middle of the wheel s hub Carefully slide the lower wheel off of the lower wheel shaft and at the same time remove the saw blade from this wheel Remove the old drive belt from the wheel s pulley and install the new belt Make sure that the ribs in the drive belt are seated correctly in the pulley before r
30. ltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating USE ONLY A 3 WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS A 3 PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3 POLE RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL S PLUG 27 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this product is available from e Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute org e National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 www nsc org e American National Standards Institute 25 West 43rd Street 4th Floor New York NY 10036 www ansi org e ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U S Department of Labor regulations www osha gov 28 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL SAFETY A WARNING THIS TOOL REQUIRES THE INSTALLATION OF A 220V PLUG NOT INCLUDED AND MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAK DOWN grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and requires a grounding plug not included The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances DO NOT MODIFY ANY PLUG If
31. nto the upper trunnion Slide the blade through the blade slot until the threaded holes of the table align with the through holes in the upper table trunnion Tighten table in place Circled Fig 1 with supplied fasteners using the 13mm wrench provided INSTALLING THE TABLE LEVELING BAR Locate the table leveling bar two wing knobs and two washers A Fig 2 Inset Insert a wing knob and washer through the left hole of the table leveling bar and into the threaded hole on the left side of the blade slot B Fig 1 Make sure that the opening of the slot on the right side of the table leveling bar faces toward the table trunnion This will allow the Underside of Table table leveling bar to open outward from the bandsaw RIP FENCE RAIL The Rip Fence Rail has been pre assembled to the work table for shipping After mounting the work table to the trunnions see above instructions the rail should be checked to ensure that it is still properly tightened in place to the table If adjustments are needed loosen and or re tighten the four hex nuts on the fence bar support shafts that extend through the table s front skirt edge A Fig 3 The
32. o Always turn off the machine if the material is to be backed out of an uncompleted cut 6 Adjust the upper guide about 1 8 to 1 4 above the material being cut 7 Check for proper blade size and type for thickness and type of material being cut 8 Make sure that the blade tension and blade tracking are properly adjusted 9 Make relief cuts before cutting long curves 10 Release blade tension when the saw will not be used for a long period of time California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure work in a well ventilated area and with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles For more detailed information about California Proposition 65 log onto rikontools com This owner s manual is not a teaching aid Use of this owner s manual is intended to show assembly adjustments and general use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them often NOTE The specifications photographs drawings and information in this manual represent the current model when the manual was prepared Changes and improvements may be made at any time w
33. ocity Increase feed pressure 17 Burring or Mushrooming of Blade Back Edge Check wheels for defects Use a coarser pitch Increase tension and adjust qui des Teeth too coarse for workpiece Le a finer pitch 11 Blade Leading In Cut ta Check contact between blade and back edge rollers greg Ge tension ebe Sech force lid Reduce feed pressure or rate Reduce feed pressure Brittle weld increase annealing period decreasing heat gradua Fee lsc itch hl Det for proper adjutrmen of bard guides saw guides saw guide lest E EE and wear of saw guides or rollers T eee and backup bear 1p Tear IER Tooth set damage Reprinted with permission from The Olson Saw Company Bethel CT C 2001 34 WARRANTY POWER TOOLS 9 Year Limited Warranty RIKON Power Tools Inc Seller warrants to only the original retail consumer purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five 5 years from the date the product was purchased at retail This warranty may not be transferred This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence accidents repairs alterations lack of maintenance or normal wear and tear Under no circumstances will Seller be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from defective products All other warranties expressed or implied whether of merchantability fitness for purpo
34. on a N When installing the new blade ensure the blade teeth are pointing downwards and towards you at the position where the blade passes through the table e Center the blade on both wheels N f Re tension the new blade by moving the quick release lever Fig 14 left to right and check the blade tracking With your hand slowly spin the upper wheel clockwise three times The blade should run in the center of both wheels Refer to Figure 15 Tracking the Saw Blade on the previous page for more details g Set the blade guides as described in the section Adjusting the Blade Guides on the next page h Close the hinged door on the blade guard and tighten the wing screw A Fig 15 Close the table leveling bar and tighten A Fig 16 i Close and lock both the wheel doors A Fig 14 before reconnecting the power supply Figure 16 ADJUSTMENTS ADJU JE BLAD JID Upper Guides To adjust the upper blade guides first position the roller guides relative to the blade by loosening the Allen cap head screw A Fig 17 and sliding the guide assembly until the side roller guides are approximately 1 16 behind the gullet of the blade then re tighten the Allen cap head screw A Fig 17 Next set the roller guides to within 1 32 of the blade by releasing the lock knob B Fig 17 and turning the micro adjusting knob C Fig 17 Do not set the
35. on cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use a tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury Use a proper extension cord Only use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories UL Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating of tool When operating a power tool outdoors use an outdoor extension cord marked WA or W These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 120 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 25 LONG 50 LONG 100 LONG 150 LONG 0 to 6 Amps 6 to 10 Amps 10 to 12 Amps THIS SYMBOL DESIGNATES THAT THIS TOOL IS LISTED BY THE INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES TO UNITED STATES AND CANADIAN STANDARDS LISTED Sample of 220 volt plug required for this machine Consult a qualified electrician if the distance of the machine from the electrical panel is greater than 30 feet NEMA 6 20P Figure 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BAND SAWS 1 Always allow the bandsaw blade to stop before removing scrap pieces from table 2 Always keep hands and fingers away from the blade 3 Never attempt to saw stock that does not have a flat surface unless a suitable support is used 4 Always hold material firmly and feed it into the blade at a moderate speed
36. r wheel by hand and track the blade T Repeat if further adjustment is necessary ta 2 3 4 Tighten the 6 o clock shaft bolt until the shaft touches the 12 o clock adjusting bolt 9 6 TROUBLESHOOTING If a blade is tracking on the rear of the lower wheel away from the door follow these steps De tension the saw blade Loosen 9 o clock shaft bolt to take pressure off the shaft Loosen 6 o clock shaft bolt one half rotation Tighten the 12 o clock shaft bolt until the shaft touches the 6 o clock adjusting bolt Lock all three shaft bolts Re tension the saw blade and set the upper wheel to plumb by adjusting the tracking knob Spin the upper wheel by hand and track the blade 7 Repeat if further adjustment is necessary OX ORGN If a blade is moving back and forth wobbling follow these steps Adjustment to the wheel hub on the rear of the bandsaw is required De tension the saw blade Loosen 6 o clock shaft bolt to take pressure off of the shaft 3 Loosen 9 o clock shaft bolt one half rotation 4 Tighten the 3 o clock shaft bolt until the shaft touches the 9 o clock adjusting bolt 5 Lock all three shaft bolts 6 Re tension the saw blade and set the upper wheel to plumb by adjusting the tracking knob Spin the upper wheel by hand and track the blade T Start the bandsaw and check blade movement 8 If movement has diminished then continue with the adjustment 9 If movement
37. rheating 4 Keep the inside of the machine near the saw blade etc clean to prevent accumulation of dust Use dust collection if possible 5 To prolong the life of the blade when the bandsaw is not in use for extended periods release the blade tension Before reusing the bandsaw ensure that the blade is re tensioned and tracking is checked 6 Keep guide bearings free of dust clean frequently WIRING DIAGRAM WARNING This machine must be grounded Replacement of the power supply cable should only be done by a qualified electrician Green o brown Black blue MS O Motor blue brow KM 1 Motor Controller Key Switch black red KH Power light mm LS black LED light pedal brake lower door tension sys Upper door KM micro switch micro switch micro switch micro switch micro switch wire harness TROUBLE The machine does not ork when switched on The blade does not move with the motor running The blade does not cut in a straight line The blade does not cut or cuts very slowly Sawdust builds up inside the machine Sawdust inside the motor housing The machine does not cut at 45 or 90 angles The blade cannot be properly positioned on the bandwheels PROBABLE CAUSE No power supply Defective switch The quick release lever or blade tension handwheel has not been tightened The blade has come off one of the wheels The saw
38. rong width for radius being cut choose a narrower blade incorrect saw at insert size for the band A elos ther to strike teeth TONY i q 2 Blade Vibration 8 Band Develops a Negative Camber Binding in cut decrease feed pressure Increase or decrease band velocity Increase tension of band Band is riding on saw guide backup bearing too _ Decrease band tension AA e pa heavily Adjust band for alignment on top Adast saw guides further from workpiece Teeth too coarse for workpiece Increase feed pressure And sde g p Material not securely held Check band wheel alignment KK Geh 15 Finished Cut Surface Too Rough F 3 Gullets Loadin Improper tooth selection choose a finer pitch A Teeth too fine for workpiece use a coarser pitch e Saw Guide Backup Lee Increase band velocity y Decrease band velocity l Decrease feed rato 4 Band Stalls in Work eee 16 Band Scoring de wear or grooving Ter pressure too great decrease feed Check band wheel alignment Check for wear on saw guide inserts Teeth too coarse use finer tooth blade Check saw guide backup bearing for wear replace if necessary loo much pressure on saw guide inserts 5 Premature Blade Breakage Weld not in proper alignment Reweld blade straight and true Check alignment of saw guides be sure they are we m m 10 Cutting Rate Too Slow square to front vise Replace or clean guides Increase or ae velocity Increase band vel
39. se or otherwise are expressly disclaimed by Seller This warranty does not cover products used for commercial industrial or educational purposes This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as blades drill bits sanding discs grinding wheels or belts and other related items Seller shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use ot our products To take advantage of this warranty proof of purchase documentation which includes date of purchase and an explanation of the complaint must be provided The Seller reserves the right to effect at any time without prior notice those alterations to parts fittings and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever To take advantage of this warranty please fill out the enclosed warranty card and send it to RIKON Warranty 16 Progress Rd Billerica MA 01821 The card must be entirely completed in order for it to be valid If you have any questions please contact us at 877 884 5167 or warranty Arikontools com 35 POWER TOOLS For more information 16 Progress Rd Billerica MA 01821 877 884 5167 978 528 5380 techsupport rikontools com 10 351M1 www rikontools com
40. t is built onto a long flexible goose neck giving it the ability to illuminate the work surface on both sides of the blade To operate the LED work light depress the round button A Fig 28 LED lights are very bright and can wash out reference lines on a workpiece If the light is too bright move the goose neck away reducing the amount of light cast on the workpiece DUAL DOOR SAFETY SWITCHES Both the upper and lower blade wheel doors are equipped with safety switches that will shut the saw off when opened Fig 29 The saw will not operate until the blade wheel doors are closed If a door is opened while the saw is running power to the motor will be cut off The only way to restart the saw is to make sure both band wheel doors are closed before pressing the START button 17 Figure 26 Operate Quick Release from the Front or Back of the Saw Figure 28 Figure 29 MAINTENANCE BEFORE CLEANING OR CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE WORK DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE WALL SOCKET NEVER USE WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS TO CLEAN THE MACHINE USE A BENCH BRUSH DO NOT USE COMPRESSED AIR NEAR BEARINGS REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF THE MACHINE WILL PREVENT UNNECESSARY PROBLEMS 1 Keep the table clean to ensure accurate cutting 2 Keep the outside of the machine clean to ensure accurate operation of all moving parts and prevent excessive wear 3 Keep the ventilation slots of the motor clean to prevent it from ove
41. the blade by turning the adjustment collars and the fence bolts accordingly A Fig 23 If the mounting bolts have been tightened these will need loosened off before this adjustment can be made The same adjustment can be made to compensate for blade drift Movement Top View of Table and Fence Rail Check that the fence is 90 degrees to the table using a suitable square If no adjustments are needed fully tighten the nuts that secure the fence rail bar End View If an adjustment is required raise or lower either side of the fence rail until the fence body is 90 degrees to the e E table Once set at 90 degrees fully tighten the fence rail ses FEI Adjustment bar nuts 15 Figure 23 OPERATION BASIC OPERATION The blade cuts on a continuous down stroke Never start the saw with the workpiece in contact with the saw blade With both hands firmly hold the workpiece down on the table and feed it slowly towards the blade putting only light pressure on it and keeping your hands away from the blade Keep your hands fingers away from the blade Use a push stick whenever working close to the blade For best results the blade must be sharp A dull blade will not cut correctly especially when straight cutting and causes excess pressure to be applied on the rear guide bearings Select the right blade for the job depending on the thickness of the wood and the cut to be made The thinner and harder the wood the finer the teeth
42. tial hazards BEFORE USING YOUR MACHINE To avoid serious injury and damage to the tool read and follow all of the Safety and Operating Instructions before operating the machine 1 Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other e masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles 2 READ the entire Owner s Manual LEARN how to use the tool for its intended applications 3 GROUND ALL TOOLS If the tool is supplied with a 3 prong plug it must be plugged into a 3 contact electrical receptacle The 3rd prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the 3rd prong See Grounding Instructions on the following pages 4 AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRONMENT DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to rain 5 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses 6 ALWAYS keep the work area clean
43. tuming the upper wheel with one hand while adjusting the tilt of the wheel s axis with the other hand The blade should ride in the middle of the rim Never track the blade with the motor running and the cover open 3 Next adjust the blade guides first the thrust bearings upper and lower then the left had side guides m m d Use a square to make sure you are not pushing the blade out of line and place a piece of white paper between the blade guide and the blade to allow for clearance Right Wr ong Right Diag nosing Problems 6 Blade Making Belly Shaped Cuts emm mmm 12 Premature Loss of Set Wrong n Increase tansion Improper width selection check chart for correct width for radius cutting 1 Premature and Excessive Tooth Wear Adjust guides closer to workpiece Reduce band velocity Feed pressure too light increase it Teeth too fine use a coarse pitch nn e ZE 13 Band Develops Positive Cambe Lower band velocity Decrease feed force Teeth dull M A Improper tooth selection Lise a finer pitch 7 Tooth Strippag Decrease force le Toy Improper break in with new band Velocity and Tenth ino coarse lo Se lze a coarser pitch to increase tooth penetrati n m Should be reduced the hrst few cuts Material not securely held Adjust saw guides closer to work T eo mu fd ese tk aod eg 14 Band Develops Tis ni Band velocity too low increase speed W
44. ve protective oil that is applied to the table Use any ordinary house hold type grease or spot remover Apply a coat of paste wax to the table to prevent rust Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS Item Part Name A Bandsaw Assembly B Table with Insert amp Fence Rail C Owner s Manual D Parts Package 1 E Parts Package 2 CONTENTS OF PACKAGE LIST OF LOOSE PARTS Table Assembly A Table KK Vir B Rip Fence Rail 0000 C Table Mounting Bolts and Washers 0000 C Rip Fence Assembly A Rip Fence B Rip Fence Carrier C Re saw Bar Bandsaw Accessories A Hoist Ring B Hex Screw amp Nut for Hanging Push Stick C Keys for ON OFF Switch Lock D Push Stick E Upper Guide Cover Tools for Assembly 8 Adjustments A Hex Wrench 3MM B Hex Wrench 4MM C Hex Wrench 5MM D Hex Wrench 6MM E 10mm Wrench F 13mm Wrench ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE WORK TABLE NOTE The table leveling bar is pre installed at the factory to hold table steady during shipping It must be U removed before assembling the work table to the saw Underside of Table The work table is fastened to the upper table trunnion with four M8x20 hex bolts and four M8 flat washers With the help of another person lift the work table o
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