CX100 14” ULTIMATE BAND SAW
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1. 14 Table Stop Adjustment 15 Table Tilt Scale Calibration 16 Table 16 Guide 17 Speed Change 05 17 Work Piece 18 Cast Iron 5 19 Coplanar 19 Operations 20 Ripping 20 Cross Cutting 20 Re Sawing 21 Cutting CurveS 21 Connecting to a Dust Collector 21 Maintenance2. 22 Removing Installing Blade 22 Replacing the Blade Guides 22 Tilting the table Backward 23 Table and 23 Blade amp Table Alignments 23 5 23 Replacing the V belts 24 Optional Accessories 25 Parts Breakdown and List 26 31 Warranty 32 2 CRRFTEX CX SERIES GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Extreme caution should be used when operating all power tools Know your power tool be familiar with its operation read through the owner s manual and practice safe usage procedures at all times ALWAYS read and understand the user manual before operating the machine CONNECT your machine ONLY to the matched and specific power source ALWAYS wear safety olasses respirators he
3. CRAFTEX CX SERIES CX100 14 ULTIMATE BAND SAW User Manual S COPYRIGHT 2010 BY CRAFTEX INDUSTRIES CONSENT OF CRAFTEXINDUSTRIES INC Table of Contents General Safety InstructionS 3 Specific Safety Instructions 4 5 Physical Features 6 E 7 Un Packing 7 Proper Grounding 8 Assembly and Adjustments 9 Blade Tracking 12 Basic Controls 13 Test Run 13 Blade Tension 14 Adjusting the Blade Tension 14 Support Bearings
4. LO D A FTE X CX100 14 Ultimate Band Saw NY CX SERIES FEATURES MODEL CX100 14 ULTIMATE BAND SAW As part of the growing line of Craftex woodworking equipment we are proud to offer the CX100 a 14 Ultimate Band Saw The Craftex name guarantees Craft Excellence By following the instructions and procedures laid out in this user manual you will receive years of excellent service and satisfaction The CX100 is a professional tool and like all power tools proper care and safety procedures should be adhered to 60000 6 6 MOTOR stis D REM es S 2 HP 220 V 12 5 Amps 60 Hz Single Phase Magnetic FPM us 1430 2300 3250 Table Size 16 x 20 Table Tilt 0 to 10 Right and 0 to 45 Left Wheel Size 14 Max Blade Widh 1 3 4 Min Blade Width 1 8 Floor to Table Height 38 Cutting Capacity Throat 13 5 8 Maximum Width of Cut 13 5 8 Maximum Depth of Cut 13 Ideal for Ripping Dust Collection Ports 2 Ports 4 Base Dimensions 15 x 25 Blade Length
5. 114 Bearings PR Sealed and Permanently Lubricated Computer Balanced Cast Iron Wheels Yes Co Planer Adjustment Yes Powder Coated Paint Yes Precision Ripping Fence Yes Overall size 39 x 32 x 76 Approximate Weight 138 Kgs 307 lbs Warranty tentent 3 Years 2 CRAFTEX 5 CX100 14 Ultimate Band Saw Physical Features Blade Tension Upper Cabinet Adjustment Handle Lock Knob Blade Guard Adjustment Hand Wheel Dust Ports Lower Cabinet Lock Knob SETUP Before setting up your machine you need to read and understand this user manual completely The unpainted surfaces of this band saw are coated with a rust preventive waxy oil and you will want to remove this before you begin assembly Use a solvent cleaner that will not damage painted surfaces WARNING CX100 is a heavy machine Do not over exert yourself Use a fork truck or get the help of an assistant or a friend UNPACKING The machine is properly packaged in a carton for safe transportation When unpacking carefully inspect the crate and ensure that nothing has been damaged during transit Open the crate and check that the machine is in good condition The hardware screws washers amp etc might be shipped in a plastic bag After the machine has been un packed chec
6. of the two guide bearings as shown in figure 21 Figure 21 Set Screws Adjust the two guide bearings so that the space between each bearing and the blade should be 0 002 which is thickness of a sheet of paper 0 002 Bearing Cd 0 002 Figure 22 Distance between the guide bearings and the blade Now retighten the screws to lock the guide bearings in place Loosen the thumb screws shown in figure 23 and move the bearing shafts in or out so that the two guide bearings are 1 32 behind the blade teeth and the thrust bearing upper bearing 1 64 Figure 23 Distance of the bearings behind the blade Once the bearings are at the correct position behind the blade tighten the thumb screws to lock the bearings in place Adjust the lower support bearings in the same manner Table Stop Adjustment CX100 features a table stop which allows the table to easily come to a 90 if the table is tilted To adjust the table stop so that the table sits at 90 you should first make sure the switch is in OFF position and the power cord is unplugged Loosen the two lock knobs under the table and loosen the hex nut which locks the table stop bolt Now place a square on the table as shown in figure 24 and adjust the table stop so that the table is at a 90 with the blade gt CRAFTE O CRAFTEX 15 Figure 24 Adjusting the table at 90 to the table using square Once the table is at 90
7. operation the work piece can move un expectedly which either damage the blade or hurt the operator If the wood is slightly cupped make sure the cupped face of the wood is held against the fence If the bowed side of the work piece is held against the fence the work piece will move while cutting AN WARNING The information above is just a guideline for you to understand how to cut a work piece with slight cupping If you not sure and do not have any experience in cutting cupped stock do not cut it Failure to follow these instructions might bring personal injuries to the operator or serious damage to the blade Some stock with large knots can damage the blade and wet stock will give a poor result Cast Iron Wheels The CX100 comes with heavy duty cast iron wheels for added stability and overall performance A coplanar shim adjustment also added for better alignment of the wheels that allow the blade to run as straight as possible ensuring straight and accurate cuts This feature will help improve the band saw performance with the wheels working together instead of against each other The end result will give you less vibration more power accuracy and less wandering This will be noticed most when it comes to resawing and making straight cuts with blades larger than 1 4 Coplanar Adjustment Figure 31 and figure 32 show the shim for adjusting the top wheel To move the wheel out remove the nut a
8. with the hand wheel shown in figure 27 Guide Post Handwheel Guide Post Lock Guide Post Figure 27 Guide Post To make accurate cuts and to reduce the blade slipping out of position it is recommended to keep the guide post no more than 1 above the work piece while cutting operation To Adjust the Blade Guide Assembly Make sure the switch is turned off and the cord is disconnected from the power source Loosen the guide post lock knob on your band saw shown in figure 27 and rotate the hand wheel to move the guide post assembly up or down When the guide post assembly is about 1 above the work piece lock the guide post in place using the lock knob Speed Chanqe Settings CX100 features 3 speed settings 1430 FPM 2300FPM and 3250FPM The band saw features a motor pulley and an idler pulley The motor pulley is a 3 step pulley while the idler pulley is a 4 step pulley The first 3 steps on the idler pulley are to line up with the motor pulley for 3 feed speeds and the 4 one is to drive the pulley behind the wheel Figure 28 Pulleys wheel and drive belt The band saw speed can be changed by loosening the tension on the driver belt using the motor bracket lock at the back of the band saw Pulling out the lock shown in figure 29 disengages it for resetting while releasing it will engages the bolt for tightening or un tightening To change the speed on the band saw Open the lower wheel cover and
9. 10 11 Idler Pulley Mounting Nut Figure 42 Idler pulley mounting nut Pivot the motor and slide the idler pulley to loosen the belt Remove the old belt and install the new one Slide the idler pulley down to tighten the lower wheel V belt Keep pressure on the idler pulley and tighten the mounting nut Check the wheel pulley V belt if tensioned properly If tension is necessary pivot the motor to tighten the motor V belt Keep pressure on the motor and tighten the motor adjustment bolt Check the motor V belt if properly tensioned and then tighten the motor hinge bolt Install back the wheel blade and close the cabinets WARNING All adjustments should be done with the power off Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury or death OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES These are just a few of the optional accessories available for your CX Series band saw Check www busybeetools com for more information and current pricing Band Saw Finger Protector Saw Blade Lubricant Stick Patented new safety device protects your Smoother quicker fingers cuts when using this wax stick Watch the video at i lubricant www busybeetools com Model CT165 Model AC70010 Safety Kit Mobile Base Includes 2 5 V sticks 1 Feather Board 1 Push Pad 1 pc Push Stick Model B2694 Model HTC200 Ear Protection Attaches to the T slot position of your fence so the equired thickness is measured
10. COLLECTOR CX100 features two 4 diameter dust ports to connect to a dust collector When connecting to a dust collector use a proper sized hose and make sure all the connections are sealed tightly Figure 36 CX100 connected to dust collector WARNING The saw dust produced by the band saw can go into your lungs and cause serious health problems Make sure the band saw is connected to a dust collection system while operating it lt gt CRAFTE O CRAFTEX 21 MAINTENANCE During the life of your machine you will need to practice some regular maintenance to keep your saw in peak performance condition Replacing Chanqinq Blade To replace or change the blade turn the switch OFF and disconnect the cord from the power source Release the blade tension lever and remove the table insert and the table pin To protect your hands wear protective gloves Open the upper and lower wheel cabinets and carelully slide the blade off the both wheels Now slide the blade out through the slot on the table To install the new blade Once the old blade is removed carefully slide in the new blade through the slot on the table so that the teeth of the blade are pointing downwards Position the blade through the upper and lower guide bearings and install it over the wheels Once the blade is in the proper position turn the tension lever Figure 37 Replacing the blade lt gt CRAFTE SZ CX Sem rs 22
11. electrical hazards have a qualified electrician ensure that the line is properly wired This appliance is for use on a normal 220 volt circuit and is factory equipped with a specific electric cord and plug to permit connection to a proper electric circuit Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug If an adaptor plug is used it must be attached to the metal screw of the receptacle 220 Volt Grounded Outlet Figure 3 220 Volts Outlet for CX100 2 CRRFTEX CX SERIES WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded It is strongly recommended not to use extension cords with your CX100 Always try to position your machine close to the power source so that you do not need to use extension cords In case if you really find it necessary to use an extension cord make sure the extension cord does not exceed 50 feet in length and the cord is 14 gauge to prevent motor damage Your CX100 is equipped with a cord having 3 prongs which fits a 3 prong grounded receptacle as shown in figure 3 Do not remove the grounding prong to fit it into a 2 pronged outlet Always check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt ASSEMBLY Follow the steps below to assemble your band saw Take the band saw table and
12. four hex bolts and rotate the sleeves to tilt the lower wheel to get the proper angle of tilt and tighten the bolts back Remember this adjustment is done only if the blade tracking is not adjusted by tilting the upper wheel Adjustment Sleeve Hex Bolt Figure 18 Lower wheel adjustment sleeves Basic Controls The basic controls of this machine are shown in the figure below Use the figure and read the text to understand what the basic controls of this band saw are gt FTE X SERIES Figure 19 Base controls of the band saw A The magnetic switch turns the machine on and off B The blade guide hand wheel raises or lowers the blade guide assembly on the table when rotated The rack and pinion construction allows for smooth movement C The quick release blade tension lever increase or decreases blade tension when rotated IMPORTANT Make sure you have done the tracking adjustment and the blade is centered on the wheels before you start the band saw for a test run See page 12 AN WARNING This machine can perform many types of operations which are beyond the scope of this manual and are very dangerous if performed incorrectly The safety instructions given in this manual can not be complete because the environment in every shop is different Always consider safety first as it applies to your individual working conditions Test Run Once you have assembled your machine comp
13. just forward of the blade teeth Model B2551 eS CRAFTE C CRAFTEX 25 Model B2517 Model B2756 CX100 BODY PARTS BREAKDOWN lt gt CRAFTE 26 E CRAFTEX CX100 BODY PARTS LIST REF DESCRIPTION 7 10 D 13 14 15 16 17 8 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 33 34 35 36 37 DESCRIPTION 66 HEX BOLT 1 4 3 4 68 69 HOLDER gt CRAFTEX D CTI 27 Q CX100 FENCE PARTS BREAKDOWN lt CX100 FENCE PARTS LIST REF DESCRIPTION FOI FENCE BODY F02 CAP SCREW 10 16 F03 BUTTON HEAD SCREW 5 10MM F04 FENCE BASE F05 SET SCREW 1 4 1 4 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING F06 lt 10 FO7 F08 ECCENTRIC SHAFT F09 PRESSURE PLATE F10 PIN F11 SCALE F12 FENCE RAIL FRONT F13 SQUARE NUT 5 16 F14 CAP SCREW F15 L TYPE PLATE F16 KNOB 5 16 5 8 F17 F18 F19 POINTER F20 HEX BOLT 1 4 3 4 F21 RUNNER F22 BEARING SHAFT F23 LOCK MECHANISM F24 HEX BOLT 8MM F25 FENCE HANDLE F26 REAR RAIL F27 FLAT WASHER 1 4 F28 L BRACKET F29 HEX NUT 1 4 F30 Resaw attachment knob 1 4 3 8 F32 F33 F34 WRENCH 10mm 12mm F34 WRENCH 12mm F35 ALLEN WRENCH 5MM D F36 ALLEN WRENCH 3mm e S o
14. use the motor bracket lock lever to turn the bolt counter clockwise and lift the motor with hands and tighten back the bolt The driver belt will be enough loosen to move it between the pulleys e MAS ARM 17 Figure 29 Unscrewing the bolt to loosen the motor bracket To set the band saw to a speed of 1430FPM line up the drive belt on the first steps of the pulleys See figure 30 To set the band saw to a speed of 2300FPM line up the drive belt on the second steps of the pulleys See figure 30 To set the band saw to a speed of 3250FPM line up the drive belt on the third steps of the pulleys See figure 30 1430FPM Figure 30 Drive belt position on the pulleys for the speed changes Once you have positioned the drive belt on the pulleys turn the motor bracket lock lever clockwise to lock the motor in place CRAFTE 18 E CRAFTEX Work piece Inspection Before cutting any wood make sure to inspect the work piece for nails staples small pieces of stone or metal and any other object which is dangerous to come on contact with the blade If the wood contains any of these objects and it comes in contact with the blade the object might fly and hit the operator or seriously damage the blade For a safe cutting method always inspect your work piece carefully before cut and wear eye protection Some woods with excessive twisting or wrapping are un stable while cutting and are dangerous to cut because during
15. 10 Rear rail bracket attached Now attach the rear rail to the brackets using the knobs provided See figure 11 Rear Fence Rai Figure 11 Rear fence rail attached Take the rail brackets bigger for the front fence rail and attach it to the table using the cap screws provided Place the front fence rail on the brackets and insert the knobs through the hole on each bracket and thread the T nuts onto the ends of the knobs a couple of turns to tighten the fence rail in place See figure 12 Figure 12 Front fence rail installed Now take the fence and pull its handle up in the unlocked position Place the fence on the front fence rail and slide it against the blade Use a pencil to mark the fence rail where the fence scale indicator on the right hand side is pointing there is a gap just behind the indicator plate where you can mark the rail This mark will indicate where to align the 0 mark when install the scale Now remove the fence from the rail and install the adhesive backed scale on the front fence rail Figure 13 Adhesive backed scale attached to the front rail Once you have attached the adhesive backed scale to the rail place and fence on the rail and tighten it in place by pushing down the handle See figure 14 Figure 14 Fence installed on the rails Attach the miter gauge holder and the fence holder to the back of the saw using screws and washers provided see figure 15 Miter Gauge i Holde
16. 133 CAP SCREW 134 GUIDE POST 135 POINTER 136 137 138 gt CRAFTEX lt D 31 S2CRRFTEX CRAFT EXCELLENCE WARRANTY CRAFTEX 3 YEARS LIMITED WARRANTY Craftex warrants every product to be free from defects in materials and agrees to correct such defects where applicable This warranty covers three years for parts and 90 days for labour unless specified otherwise to the original purchaser from the date of purchase but does not apply to malfunctions arising directly or indirectly from misuse abuse improper installation or assembly negligence accidents repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance Proof of purchase is necessary All warranty claims are subject to inspection of such products or part thereof and Craftex reserves the right to inspect any returned item before a refund or replacement may be issued This warranty shall not apply to consumable products such as blades bits belts cutters chisels punches etceteras Craftex shall in no event be liable for injuries accidental or otherwise death to persons or damage to property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products RETURNS REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENTS To return repair or replace a Craftex product you must visit the appropriate Busy Bee Tools showroom or call 1 800 461 BUSY Craftex is a brand of equipment that is exclusive to Busy Bee Tools For replacement parts directly from Busy Bee To
17. Adjust the blade tracking See page 12 and adjust the guide bearings See page 14 Close the top and bottom cabinets and insert the table pin and table insert back Replacing the Blade Guides The blade guides should be checked and adjusted every time the blade is replaced The blade guides should be checked to ensure they turn properly and do not cause the blade to get stuck Disconnect the band saw from the power source and turn the blade tension lever to release the tension on the blade Release the blade guard and use a 10 mm wrench to loosen the bolt shown in figure 38 Figure 38 Bolt to be loosen Now open the two thumb screws and remove the thrust bearing mounting shaft and the blade guide mounting shaft Remove the C ring and slide the thrust bearing off the shaft using C ring pliers Take the blade guide bearings and remove the C rings in the same way Install the new bearing on the mounting shaft and then re install the C ring Put the bearing and mounting shaft assembly back and the guide bearings in place and tighten back the thumb screws Re install the upper blade guides and the blade guard Tilting the Table Backward To tilt the table backward you will need to loosen the bolts shown in figure 39 and adjust them as needed using a wrench Figure 39 Bolts to tilt the table backward Table amp Base The moisture from the wood dust remains on the table surface and can cause rust
18. DO NOT back the work piece away from the blade while cutting Always turn off the machine if you are backing out a cut ALL GAURDS must be in place while operating the band saw to ensure safety ALWAYS FEED the stock smoothly Do not force or twist the work piece while cutting ALWAYS ENSURE that the band saw blade guard is no more than 1 2 above the stock WARNING MAKE SURE before making any adjustments the switch is in the OFF position and the cord is un plugged from the power source NEVER LEAVE the band saw unattended while it is running DO NOT attempt to remove jammed pieces unless the band saw has come to a complete stop and the power switch has been turned to the OFF position NEVER TURN ON the band saw if the blade is in contact with your stock ALWAYS ENSURE that the guide blocks are properly set to prevent blade wander ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN that the bearings are properly adjusted to guide the blade MAINTAIN AND SERVICE your band saw regularly as instructed in the user manual MAKE SURE you have read and understood all the safety instructions in the manual and you are familiar with your band saw before operating the CX100 If you fail to do so serious injury could occur The safety instructions given above can not be complete because the environment in every shop is different Always consider safety first as it applies to your individual working conditions 4 lt
19. Protect the un painted cast iron surfaces of the table by cleaning the table after every use or apply a protective coating If the table becomes harder to tilt remove the table and apply a few drops o oil on the trunnions Blade amp Table Aliqnments The blade and table alignments should often be checked and make sure the blade is at a 90 with the table WARNING When removing or installing servicing or adjusting any part of the machine make sure that the switch is in the off position and the power cord is disconnected from the power source V Belt The V belts stretch with use and should be re tensioned periodically To ensure optimum power transfer from the motor to the blade the belt must be in good condition and under proper tension Check the V belt at least after every 3 months and more often if the band saw is used daily To Inspect the V Belts 1 Turn the power switch off and disconnect the cord from the power source 2 Open the bottom cabinet 3 Turn the wheel slowly with your hand and inspect if the V belts are in good condition and properly tensioned e 223 1553 25 Figure 40 Lower wheel and pulleys To Replace the V Belts 4 Follow the instructions 1 3 to access and inspect the V belts Loosen the motor bracket lock and bolt shown in figure 41 and idler pulley mounting nut shown in figure 42 Figure 41 Loosening motor bracket lock Y CRAFTE 24 C CRAFTEX
20. aring protection and safety shoes when operating your machine DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating your machine A SAFE ENVIRONMENT is important Keep the area free of dust dirt and other debris in the immediate vicinity of your machine BE ALERT DO NOT use prescription or other drugs that may affect your ability or judgment to safely use your machine DISCONNECT the power source when changing blade and or making adjustments NEVER leave a tool unattended while itis in operation NEVER reach over the table when the tool is in operation ALWAYS keep blades knives and bits sharpened and properly aligned ALL OPERATIONS MUST BE performed with the guards in place to ensure safety ALWAYS use push sticks and feather boards to safely feed your work through the machine ALWAYS make sure that any tools used for adjustments are removed before operating the machine e 2153 CX100 14 Ultimate Band Saw SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CX100 is designed to cut wood only Do not attempt to use cut metals using this band saw ALWAYS INSPECT the blade for any cracked or missing teeth before operating the band saw ALWAYS ENSURE that the blade tension is properly set for the type and width of blade installed NEVER place your fingers or hands in the line of cut If you slip your hands or fingers may come into contact with the blade Always use a push stick when ripping narrow pieces
21. ens 20 Figure 33 Rip Cutting with CX100 Crosscutting Cutting solid wood across the grain and cutting plywood across the width of the work piece is called crosscutting Mark the work piece where you want to start the cut from and make sure the miter gauge is at 90 position on the miter slot Place the work piece on the table so that the marked point is aligned with the blade and hold the work piece against the miter gauge Turn the band saw ON and feed the work piece against the blade See figure 34 Figure 34 Crosscutting with CX100 Resawinq Cutting a work piece into two or more thinner pieces is called resawing Wider blades give better result when resawing To resaw a work piece make sure that the table is at a 90 with the blade and using a wider blade will give better results Adjust the fence according to the width of the cut you want and lock it in position Turn the band saw ON and feed the work piece into the blade using feed paddles until the blade is completely through the work piece Figure 35 Resawing with CX100 Cutting Curves For cutting curves always try to use narrower blades When cutting curves feed the stock into the blade and turn it very carefully so that the blade follows the line of cut and make sure the blade does not twist Make relief cuts through the waste part of the work piece which makes the job easier and prevents the blade from twisting CONNECTING TO A DUST
22. k that all loose parts and hardware are present List of Contents A Tales 1 B Table Insert 1 C Table Lock Knobs 2 D Table Tilt Lock Knob 1 E Table Pin 1 F Allen Keys 2 Go WEN Micmac a a 1 NIOVOZZENASTI Figure 1 Inventory List of Contents Miter Gauge Holder 1 Fence Holder 1 Miter Gauge 1 Scale for the front rail 1 Fence Assembly 1 Fontana 1 Rear Rail 1 Front Rail Brackets 2 Rear Rail Brackets 2 Front Rail Knobs 2 Rear Rail 2 Hardware 1 Bag Figure 2 Inventory e 7 PROPER GROUNDING Grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock CX100 is equipped with a 220 single phase motor which features a 3 conductor cord and a 3 prong grounding plug to fit a grounded type receptacle Make sure the cord is plugged into a properly installed and grounded power oullet To prevent
23. letely it is then time for a test run to make sure that the machine works properly and is ready for operation During the test run if there is any unusual noise coming from the machine or the machine vibrates strangely stop the machine immediately and disconnect from the power source and investigate if you can find out the problem with your machine READ THE MANUAL Before starting the band saw make sure that you have read and understood the manual and you are familiar with the functions and safety features on this machine Failure to do so may cause serious personal injury e MAS AR 13 Blade Tension A properly tensioned blade is very important to get the best performance from any band saw If the blade is too loose there is a possibility that the blade will slip or drift off the line while in operation and it will be hard to have accuracy in the line of cut If the blade is tensioned too tightly it will be very difficult to make tighter radius cuts and there will be a great possibility of blade breakage When using a wider blade for making straight cuts for re sawing or making wide radius cuts tighter blade tension is recommended while using narrower blades for cutting shorter stock or making tighter radius cuts less blade tension is recommended The information above is just a guideline for you to understand to set the blade tension according to the cut however understanding the blade tension adjustment come
24. nd shims then remove the wheel Now you can add shims to the back of the wheels as required Replace the wheel and any remaining shims and the nut and tighten To move the wheel in remove the cast iron wheel as mentioned above and remove the shims from behind the wheel Replace the wheel shims and nut and retighten Figure 31 Top wheel front shims Figure 32 Top wheel back shims gt SA CRAFTEX 19 OPERATIONS Before operating the band saw make sure you have performed the following adjustments Blade tension adjustment Blade tracking adjustment Guide bearings adjustment Make sure all the guards are in place WARNING CX100 produces fine dust particles during cutting operation which is very dangerous for health Always connect your band saw to a dust collector Rippin Cutting solid wood with the grain cutting down the length of the work piece is called ripping Adjust the fence on the rails according to the width of the cut on the work piece and turn the hand wheel to set the guide post assembly 1 above the work piece Now turn the band saw ON and use a push stick or the band saw finger protector model CT165 See Page 25 to push the work piece against the blade See figure 33 AN WARNING Do not use your fingers to feed narrow work pieces into the blade If you slip your fingers might come close the blade Always use a push stick lt gt CRAFTE SZ eX s
25. ndes lt CX100 STAND PARTS BREAKDOWN CRAFTE 30 CRAFTER CX100 STAND PARTS LIST REF DESCRIPTION REF DESCRIPTION 101 HEX BOLT 1 4 20 3 8 139 TAPERED PIN 102 HEX BOLT 1 4 20 3 8 140 MITER GAUGE ASSY 103 FLAT WASHER 1 4 140 1 MITER GAUGE HANDLE 104 GUIDE BAR COVER 140 2 Gauge Body W Pin 105 ADJUSTMENT BAR BRACKET 140 3 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 106 LOCK NUT 5 16 3 16 1 4 107 GUIDE BAR 140 4 POINTER 108 BRACKET 140 5 GAUGE BAR 109 FLAT WASHER 5 16 141 TABLE INSERT ALUMINUM 110 LOCK WAWHER 5 16 142 TALBE 111 HEX BOLT 5 16 3 4 143 GUIDE POST SCALE 112 PINION SHAFT 144 POINTER PLATE 113 HAND WHEEL 145 114 SET SCREW 5 16 146 BOLT HEX HD 3 8 2 1 2 115 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING 513 147 TRUNNION CLAMP SHOE 116 BALL 148 TRUNNION 117 COMPRESSION SPRING 149 HEX BOLT 1 4 3 4 118 ANGLE ADJUSTMENT BAR 150 HEX BOLT 5 16 1 1 4 119 HEX BOLT 5 16 1 151 FLAT WASHER 5 16 120 PINION GEAR 152 TABLE BRACKET 121 153 LOCK KNOB F TABLE 122 154 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 123 3 16 1 4 124 BLADE COVER 155 INDICATOR POINTER 125 THUMBSCREW 156 GUAGE LABEL 126 HEX BOLT 1 4 3 4 157 SUPPORT BRACKET LOWER 127 UPPER HUIDE SUPPORT BRACKET 128 SPACKING SLEEVE 129 BEARING 130 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING S10 131 BEARING SHAFT 132 SUPPORT
26. ols for this machine please call 1 800 461 BUSY 2879 and have your credit card and part number handy e All returned merchandise will be subject to a minimum charge of 15 for re stocking and handling with the following qualifications Returns must be pre authorized by us in writing We do not accept collect shipments Items returned for warranty purposes must be insured and shipped pre paid to the nearest warehouse Returns must be accompanied with a copy of your original invoice as proof of purchase Returns must be in an un used condition and shipped in their original packaging a letter explaining your reason for the return Incurred shipping and handling charges are not refundable e Busy Bee will repair or replace the item at our discretion and subject to our inspection e Repaired or replaced items will be returned to you pre paid by our choice of carriers e Busy Bee reserves the right to refuse reimbursement or repairs or replacement if a third party without our prior authorization has carried out repairs to the item e Repairs made by Busy Bee are warranted for 30 days on parts and labour e Any unforeseen repair charges will be reported to you for acceptance prior to making the repairs Busy Bee Parts amp Service Departments are fully equipped to do repairs on all products purchased from us with the exception of some products that require the return to their authorized repair depots A Busy Bee representative will pro
27. put it upside down on floor and make sure that all the table bolts shown in the figure are tight See figure 4 Figure 4 Table trunion bolts Now turn the table up right and remove the table pin from the table slot and the table insert if already installed and move the table in position around the blade guiding through the table slot See figure 5 Figure 5 Assembling the fence Position the table on the base in such a way that the bolts under the table extend through the holes on the base Thread the two knobs on the bolts do not tighten See figure 6 Figure 6 Knobs threaded on the bolts Position the table on the table stop and the base so that the table is perpendicular to the blade See page 15 for details Figure 7 Table sitting on the table stop Locate the table tilt bracket under the table and attach it to the band saw using the bigger lock knob provided See figure 8 2 CRAFTEX CX SERIES Table Tilt Bracket Figure 8 Attaching the table tilt bracket Once the table is in the correct position tighten the table lock knobs under the table and the tilt lock knob Install the table insert at the center of the table and the table pin into the table slot as shown in figure 9 Table Insert i Table Pin Figure 9 Installing table insert and table pin Take the rail bracket smaller and attach it to the table using cap screws provided See figure 10 gt CRAFTE 10 CRAFTER Figure
28. r Figure 15 Miter gauge holder and fence holder installed Blade Tracking The blade tracking means where the blade rides on the upper and lower wheels It should always be centered on both wheels Although the blade tracking of this band saw is factory set you should check it again to make sure that the blade is centered on the wheels The misalignment of the blade can be controlled by adjusting the upper wheel tilt lock nuts Disconnect the machine from power if connected and open the upper wheel cover Rotate the upper wheel by hand slowly and see how the blade rides on the wheel If the blade is not properly aligned and needs to be adjusted loosen the lock nuts shown in figure 16 and turn the knobs Figure 16 Knobs and Locks Nuts Turn the knobs clockwise If the blade moves towards the front edge of the wheel It makes the top of the wheel to tilt back and moves the blade towards the center Turn the knobs counter clockwise If the blade moves towards the back edge of the wheel It makes the top of the wheel lt gt CRAFTE 12 O CRAFTEX to tilt to the front and moves the blade towards the center Figure 17 Blade Centered on the wheel When you have adjusted the blade tracking retighten the lock nuts IMPORTANT In very rare cases if the blade tracking is not adjusted by tilting the upper wheel then you will have to make minor adjustments to the angle of tilt of the lower wheel Loosen the
29. s with the practice Look at the blade tension scale located at the back of your band saw The scale shows the ideal blade tension adjustment according to the width of the blade Blade Tension Handle Blade Tension Scale Figure 20 Quick release blade tension handle and scale lt gt SV S 14 Adjusting the Blade Tension To adjust the blade tension lift the blade tension handle shown in figure 20 and turn it Turning the handle clockwise will tighten the tension on the blade while turning the handle counter clockwise will loosen the blade tension IMPORTANT All blades stretch with use and the scale at the back of your band saw shown in figure 20 is just an approximation So do not reply on any adjusted measurement for long period of time as the blades stretch and the tension on the blades changes IMPORTANT To prolong the life of the blade and reduce blade stretching when the machine is not in use for period of 24 hours or more release the tension on the blade Support Bearings Adjustment The guide bearings besides thrust bearing behind the blade support the blade to move in a straight line during cutting operation Properly adjusted support bearings play an important role in getting accurate cuts To adjust the support bearings turn the machine off and disconnect the cord from the power source Remove the blade guard and use a screw driver to loosen the screws located on each
30. vide you with the necessary information to have this done e For faster service it is advisable to contact the nearest Busy Bee location for parts availability prior to bringing your product in for repairs lt SV S
31. with the blade tighten the hex nut and the knobs Table Tilt Scale Calibration To calibrate the table tilt scale Make sure the table is at 90 and the blade tensioning and tracking is properly done See Page 12 amp 14 for details Disconnect the machine from the power source and loosen the pointer screw shown in figure 25 Align the tip of the pointer with the 0 mark on the tilt scale and tighten the pointer screw Figure 25 Table tilt scale CRAFTE SZ smua 16 Table Alignment To make accurate cuts with your band saw the table should be aligned properly with the blade To align the table Make sure the blade tension and tracking is done correctly Disconnect the machine from the power source and loosen the two knobs under the table Place a straightedge on the table so that the straightedge touches the blade and is parallel to it as shown in figure 26 Make sure the straightedge touches only the flat part of the blade not the teeth Now use a ruler to measure the distance between the miter slot and the straight edge on both sides on the table R amp L See figure 26 Adjust the table until the distance on both sides of the table is equal and tighten the knobs e A Q Dd Q Figure 26 Aligning the table with the blade using a straightedge Guide Post The guide post assembly can be moved up or down above the work piece The movement of the guide post is controlled
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