Jet Tools JWBS-14OCS User's Manual
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1. Angle pointer not set accurately Check blade with square and adjust pointer Miter gauge out of adjustment Adjust miter gauge Blade wanders during cut Saw makes unsatisfactory cuts Fence not aligned with blade Check and adjust fence see fence manual Warped wood Select another piece of wood Excessive feed rate Reduce feed rate Incorrect blade for cut Change blade to correct type Blade tension not set properly Set blade tension according to blade size Guides not set properly Dull blade Adjust guides Replace blade Blade mounted wrong Teeth should face operator and point downward Gum or pitch on blade Remove blade and clean with oven cleaner or other solvent Incorrect blade for cut Change blade to correct type Gum or pitch on table Clean table Blade does not come up to speed Extension cord too light or too long Replace with adequate size and length cord Low shop voltage Contact your local electric company Saw vibrates excessively Base on uneven floor Reposition on flat level surface Bad v belt Replace v belt Motor mounting is loose Tighten motor mount fasteners Loose fasteners Tighten fasteners 21 Optional Accessories 708718R JRF 14 Deluxe Rip Fence Assembly with Resaw Includes guide bars rip fence assembly resaw post f2. Hex Cap SCrewW eive tr a e eek ee iens MOT sege ken eta 6 AT dus 110049 POMC m 1 42 deste 99082 ctc ttes Pan Head SCreW iese see ee ee se ee aa ee ee ee ee MOXO asked see se oi 5 AS ese TS 1490151 Hex Cap Screw sis meii p o bete tentis ie ORE N 1 AA TS 1540061 Hex TE EI EN ER EN M8 deiecti ttd 1 455 ossi TS 1490051 Hex Cap Screw du ef eec eatis M8X30 ee ee 2 46 990554 Kore d ie RE EE IE EER OE A 2 AT svete TS 152303 A e ag edet acte mn d ed eade d aee MOX10 2 ees 1 48 100063 Belts Pulley RE eek en 1 AY ariaa 992541 1 tete Retaining RING idu sedem estt cou ese duse rc did 1 DO iudi 110065 ees Lower Wheel Shaft EE ei etta es e ete tt e dena es 1 ay N EE 992009 y DXDX20 ER uei 2 DE BB 6204RS et NE ER EE EE ON 6204RS 2 DO read 990293 ete Hex Head Bolt Left Thread MOOD hue 1 DA aside O Hex Head Bolt cicer dada ds 2 Lolo ARE 150055 oe ERG Ee Lower Support Bracket POSE ee see ke ee ee ee RR ee ee ee RR ee eme 1 OO Ss 150056 Switch Backing Plate oreet REQUE DOR 1 OT senes 523028 SWIC BOX v EER ui etude LE I itr gate Se da e ee 1 DB RE s 994542 SWIC EE EE EDE Mu cea LP DE Ee p EE 1 Body Assembly
3. M8 lock washers 1 M8x80 hex cap screw for table stop 4 M8 hex nuts approx 3 1 8 long 1 M8 hex nut for table stop B Strain Relief Plate to Stand 2 M5x12 pan head machine screws C Pulley Cover to Base 2 Knobs Assembly of JWBS 14OS NOTE If any of the assembly procedures need further clarification refer to the exploded views in the back of this manual Tools Required for Assembly Metric combination wrench set and adjustable wrench 1 and 2 cross point screwdrivers 1 Place stand top upside down on a level surface Fasten four stand legs to stand top using carriage bolts washers lock washers and nuts as shown in item A on page 7 Note Stand legs fasten to outside of stand top Figure 1 Do not tighten at this time 2 Fasten two long braces and two short braces to stand legs using carriage bolts washers lock washers and nuts as shown in item A page 7 Do not tighten at this time See Figure 2 3 Turn assembly over and stand it on its legs Push down slightly on the top to make sure the stand settles properly and all four legs sit flat on a level surface Tighten all nuts AWARNING Saw body is heavy Use caution when lifting and stabilize until firmly attached to the stand Failure to comply may cause serious injury 4 With the aid of a second person lift the saw body out of the shipping container and place onto the stand top Be sure front of saw with JET logo faces
4. 3 With the aid of a second person lift the saw body out of the shipping container and place onto stand top Be sure front of saw with JET logo faces stand front JET logo Line up holes in saw body with holes in top of stand Fasten saw body to the stand with four M8 x 40 hex cap screws eight M8 washers four M8 lock washers and four M8 hex nuts as shown in item A page 8 Push motor cord and strain relief plate through the opening in the side of the stand Fig 12 Fasten the strain relief plate to the stand with two M5 x 12 pan head machine screws shown in item B page 8 Check the alignment of the pulleys by placing a straight edge against the flat sides of the motor and wheel pulleys Figure 13 If the pulleys lie in a straight plane Figure 14 they are aligned If they do not lie in a straight plane loosen the set screw on one of the pulleys and shift the pulley in or out until both pulleys lie in a straight plane Tighten set screw Strain Relief E Plate Motor Cord Figure 13 Wheel Pulley Metal Straight Edge Motor Pulley Aligned Not aligned Figure 14 10 11 12 IMPORTANT When moving the pulleys do not position them beyond the end of the shaft Both pulleys must fully engage the shaft and the key Open the lower door and place the v belt around the motor pulley and the wheel pulley see Figure 13 Loosen the nuts on the four motor mounting bolts Figure 15 an
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6. 14 Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use If removed for maintenance purposes use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately Make sure the band saw is firmly secured to the stand or bench before use Check damaged parts Before further use of the machine a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non glare overhead lighting Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material oil and grease Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area Keep children away Ah Warnings 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Make your workshop child proof with padlocks master switches or by removing starter keys Give your work undivided attention Looking around carrying on a conversation and horse play are careless acts that can result in serious injury
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8. EE RES Ei 8 Assembly 0t JWBSZTAO S9 sd sa ch cases ta nee dt tee ae up dina de de ee li REP Ca 9 Assernbly ef JVBS IAES EER EE Ee ted ti Re ade Du dan chav aa aud ge ee GE ONERE RAD UN deed 12 Grounding Istr ctloTis ss ese codon decet dd 14 TIS Volt Operation sisi E 15 230 Volt Conversion ETE A A A A A A ead RA AE 15 Extension Gords ii A N ET 16 AUS EA MEE ELEM 16 Wilting the Fable uie RE EE OR tiene exa ED N ead oad 16 Adjusting 90 Table STOP EE EE EE RE EG DE EE tend A en De Ee ates 16 Ghanging Blade iss iss Gee be RS Ee be bek ee ed ee be eg be Ee Ge De NE eg Ee he be ie ee ee Manada ee 17 Adjusting Blade TeriSION siste ee Re EE ee be gee Ee AE Ab Ge iria bee EE ee Di De Ge Ee ke De EE ee EE se 17 Adjusting Blade Tracking ii eo peti bete DERS edt ee da Habe En oe ee E batte be Ge Cu ed 18 Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly iese ee RR ER RR ee RR meme emen mnes 18 Adjusting Blade Guide and Blade Support Bearing iis ee RE ee RR EE RR ee Re ee ee ke ee ee ee ke ee ee 19 Troubleshooting JWBS 14CS OS Band SAW ee RR RR Ee RR ee RR ee nemen nenne nennen nnns 21 Optional ACCESSONES 4 tusssen se eo ee ke Se ooo ge EE Ee ipe atio De epar Ds ee ee ee beg ee ee de 22 Replacement Parts dott ice ee De ee ee eg I bae sat Martel GE Ge tiia tete eie gee atico 22 Body Assembly JWBS 14CS OS Band SaW ees eek reer teenie ee ee ee ee ee ee ee RR ee ee ee kk ee ee ee 23 Body Assembly JWBS 14CS OS Band SaW ees eek
9. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed The right tool will do the job better and safer Use recommended accessories improper accessories may be hazardous Maintain tools with care Keep blade sharp and clean for the best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Make sure the work piece is held firmly against the rip fence or miter gauge as it is fed through the blade Turn off the machine before cleaning Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips or debris do not use your hands Do not stand on the machine Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over Never leave the machine running unattended Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual ACAUTION This means that if precautions are not heeded it may result in minor injury and or possible machine damage AWARNING This means that if precautions are not heeded it may result in serious injury or possibly even death SAVE THESE INST
10. H Figure 31 and back off knurled knob J Figure 31 completely to remove the bearing shaft 19 Figure 31 10 11 Notice the bearing holder on the shaft is eccentric Index the bearing shaft to another position and slide it back in making sure the flange on the thumb screw H Figure 31 properly seats into the groove of the bearing shaft Re install the bearing and the screw Examine the overlap between the bearing face and the blade Change the position of the bearing shaft until the overlap is approximately 1 8 With the thumb screw H Figure 31 still loosened adjust the distance from bearing to blade Turn knurled knob J Figure 31 to move the support bearing K Figure 31 in or out until the bearing is 1 64 behind the blade NOTE To set this distance quickly you can place a dollar bill or piece of paper between support bearing and back of blade Tighten thumb screw H Figure 31 Repeat procedures 1 through 10 for the Lower Blade Guide Assembly 20 Figure 31 repeated Troubleshooting JWBS 14CS OS Band Saw Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Saw stops or will not start Saw unplugged Check all plug connections Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Cord damaged Replace cord Does not make accurate 45 or 90 degree cuts Table stop not adjusted correctly Check blade with square and adjust table stop
11. JWBS 14CS OS Band Saw Index No Part No DOE 995001 60 us 995002 6135 m 990814 02 MERE TS 1550021 OB ho TS 1533042 064 523024 eheu OD ch TS 1533032 66 150066 07 2 150902 68 WFO0512410 GO uu 150069N TOE 198672 TAS si 100025A des tst 198242 es dick tr II ce TA sii BB 6202ZZ TOE e TS 1540083 yop MERE VA CNN 990804 783 dun 150901 TD sss 150079 80 150080 S1 sue 150081 62 edu 110070 63 uus 990811 EE oue 100016ACP 84 1000184 85 100019 86 1500886 OF eke hie ce 100021 5i BA EE 992314 BO 100015A OOM uut 150090 91 ue 9900652 AE meds ODE Ee NWO080000 ok oue 990653 A TS 1490071 96 us TS 1550061 97 oui 150097 uci 08 inus 994181 99 onis 150099 100 2 TS 1525011 10452 150101 eim 102 WEO050000 103
12. can cause blade breakage Adjusting Blade Tracking AWARNING Disconnect machine from the power source Never adjust blade tracking with the machine running Failure to comply may cause serious injury Tracking refers to how the blade is situated upon the wheels while in motion The blade should track in the center of both wheels The blade must be properly tensioned before adjusting blade tracking Make sure Figure 29 blade guides and blade bearings do not interfere with the blade 2 Open the top wheel cover Rotate the wheel forward by hand and observe the position of the blade on the wheel it should be in the center of the wheel 3 If adjustment is necessary loosen wing nut 2 Loosen lock knob A Figure 30 and raise Figure 29 and tighten tracking knob slightly to move blade toward rear of machine Slightly loosening the tracking knob will cause the blade to track toward the front of the machine 4 After blade is tracking in the center of the wheel tighten the wing nut Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly Disconnect machine from power source or lower upper blade guide assembly B Figure 30 to just above the material being cut Figure 29 18 Tighten lock knob Make sure blade guide blocks C Figure 30 are still flat to the blade If adjustment is necessary loosen lock knob A Figure 30 and rotate assembly until guide blocks are flat to blade If movement of the bl
13. cap screws approx 1 1 2 8 M8 flat washers 4 M8 lock washers 4 M8 hex nuts C Motor to Stand 4 M8x35 hex cap screws approx 1 3 8 8 M8 flat washers AAN V belt Pulley cover Table lock knobs Table pin Trunnion support bracket Fastener package see below Instruction Manual Warranty Card 4 rubber grommets 4 M8 lock washers 4 M8 hex nuts Pulley Cover to Stand 3 M5x12 pan head screws approx 1 2 6 M5 flat washers 3 M5 hex nuts Trunnion Support Bracket to Saw Body 2 M8x30 hex cap screws approx 1 1 4 2 M8 lock washers 1 M8x80 hex cap screw for table stop approx 3 1 8 long 1 M8 hex nut for table stop Unpacking JWBS 14CS Open both shipping containers and check for shipping damage Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent Read the instruction manual thoroughly for assembly maintenance and safety instructions Contents of the Shipping Container Container One 2 Table lock knobs 1 Closed stand with motor 1 Table pin 1 Pulley cover 1 Trunnion support bracket 1 V belt 1 Fastener package see below 1 Instruction Manual Container Two 1 Warranty Card 1 Saw body 1 Table Fasteners A Saw Body to Stand D Trunnion Support Bracket to Saw Body 4 M8x40 hex cap screws 2 M8x30 hex cap screws approx 1 1 2 long approx 1 1 4 long 8 M8 flat washers 2 M8 lock washers 4
14. stand front JET logo See photo on cover for orientation 5 Line up holes in saw body with holes in stand Place support plate to the underside of stand as shown in the parts diagram for the open stand assembly item 5 page 30 Fasten saw body stand and support plate together with four hex cap screws eight flat washers four lock washers and four hex nuts as shown in item B on page 7 6 To mount the motor place four rubber grommets over holes in stand top Figure 3 Note Use of rubber grommets is essential for eliminating excessive vibration Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Place motor over rubber grommets and fasten to stand top with four hex cap screws eight flat washers four lock washers and four hex nuts as shown in item C page 7 See Figure 4 The arrangement of these fasteners is shown in Figure 5 Do not tighten at this time Align the motor pulley with the large pulley using a straight edge against the flat sides of the pulleys as shown in Figure 6 The pulleys should lie in a straight plane Figure 7 Slide the motor as needed to align the pulleys If further adjustment is required loosen the set screw in one or more of the pulleys and move the pulley s until they line up Tighten set screw s IMPORTANT When moving the pulleys do not position them beyond the end of the shaft Both pulleys must fully engage the shaft and the key FLAT WASHER GROMMET FLAT WASHER LOCK WASH
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16. Disconnect machine from power source Loosen blade tension by turning the tension knob counterclockwise Figure 28 Remove the table insert and the table pin Open both wheel covers Remove the blade from between upper and lower blade guides Remove blade from upper and lower wheels Turn blade to direct through slot in table Guide new blade through table slot Place blade in upper and lower blade guides Note The blade teeth should face the operator and they should point down toward the table Place blade in the middle of the upper and lower wheel Re install table insert and table pin Tension and track blade before operating saw Find instructions for tensioning and tracking the blade under Adjusting Blade Tension and Adjusting Blade Tracking Adjusting Blade Tension Disconnect machine from power source Turn blade tension knob Figure 28 clockwise to tension blade A gauge on the upper wheel slide bracket indicates the approximate tension according to the width of the blade Initially set the blade tension to correspond to the blade width as marked on the gauge Tension knob Gauge Figure 28 17 3 As you become more experienced with the 1 saw You may find it necessary to change the blade tension from the initial setting Changes in blade width and the type of material being cut will have an effect on blade tension 4 Keep in mind that too little or too much blade tension
17. ER HEX NUT Figure 6 Wheel Pulley Metal Straight Edge Motor Pulley Aligned Not aligned Figure 7 10 9 Place v belt over both pulleys See Figure 8 10 Tension v belt by moving motor away from the saw body and tighten the motor mount nuts Do not over tighten motor mount bolts Tighten just enough to tension belt Belt is properly tensioned when finger pressure between the two pulleys Figure 8 causes approximately 1 2 deflection 11 Place pulley cover over both pulleys and fasten to stand using three pan head screws six washers and three hex nuts as shown in item D page 7 See Figure 9 12 Attach trunnion support bracket to saw body with two hex cap screws and two lock washers as shown in item E page 7 See Figure 10 13 Thread nut onto table stop bolt Figure 10 and attach to trunnion support bracket 14 To mount table remove table insert and table pin see Figure 11 Orient the table so that the saw blade will pass through the slot in the table and into the center opening Continue holding up the table and turn the table so the two screws that are hanging vertically from below the table will slide into the holes on the trunnion support bracket Lower the table The screws should now protrude below the trunnion support bracket attach lock knobs to the ends of these screws See Figure 11 15 Re install table insert and table pin 16 Join motor plug to switch plug 17 Transpo
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19. RRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WALTER MEIER 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 OF OUR PRODUCTS SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Walter Meier sells through distributors only The specifications in Walter Meier catalogs are given as general information and are not binding Members of Walter Meier reserve 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 JETebranded products are not sold in Canada by Walter Meier Table of Contents Warranty and SerViee taco tates fo o Ee dde 2 EA ME N EE EE OE EE EE 4 Introduction M T EE 6 soe ele SR M li tdt tds 6 Unpacking IWBS 14OS aoc ei ataca oae dade ta 7 Contents of the Shipping Container ie see ee AR EE ee Ee ce Ee ee RE ee ee eene hen nennen seen enhn ee AA r enr nnn ee 7 EER Em 7 Unpacking IWBS 14 CS as EE trt ee etae an Ed Bea pd Sy Pe EE det taa ecran ida tdo 8 Contents of the Shipping Container ie ee RR Ee ee Ee AA Ee ee RE ee ee eene hen nen e Ee ee AR ee n hens ee ee nnns ee 8
20. RUCTIONS Introduction This manual is provided by Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model JWBS 14OS and JWBS 14CS Band Saw This manual contains instructions on installation safety precautions general operating procedures maintenance instructions and parts breakdown This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual If there are any questions or comments please contact either your local supplier or Walter Meier Walter Meier can also be reached at our web site www waltermeier com Specifications Model Number ee ee ee ee ee ee ee Re RR ER ee ee ee ee ee ke JWBS 140S ee ee ee Re RA ER Ee ee ee JWBS 14CS Stock Numiber OR EE aa 708113 deme eee t nd 708115K Cutting Capacity height in ee see ee ee RR Ke ee RR Ke ee ee ee ee MAR EE AE N 6 Cutting Capacity width iN ee ee ee ee RR ee RR Ke ee ee llas EE EN 13 1 2 Minimum Blade Width in i e ee RR GE ee RR RR Ge ee ee ee Mia EE N RE 1 8 Maximum Blade Width iN ee ee ee AR ER ee ke ee ee AR ER ae N 3 4 Blade Length in eek se ee AA ER Ee ee ee ee AA ER ee ee ee DADE EER RE c es eA 93 1 2 Blade Speed SFPM ee ee ee ee ee ee kk ee ee ee RR e IO ua 3000 EST AR OE EE di 155 15 seh RE EE dnd 15x 15 Table Slot Size DxW in ee ee ee RR ee RR ee ee 3 8 SE OE EE 3 8 x 3 4 Table Heigh
21. This pdf document is bookmarked J E T Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 14 inch Woodworking Band Saw Models JWBS 140S JWBS 14CS C UL Listed 80MJ WALTER MEIER Manufacturing Inc 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 37086 Part No M 708115 Ph 800 274 6848 Revision C1 02 2010 www waltermeier com Copyright 2010 Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc Warranty and Service Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc warrants every product it sells If one of our tools needs service or repair one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service In most cases any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair assist you in obtaining parts or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JETe tools For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1 800 274 6848 MORE INFORMATION Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line For complete up to date product information check with your local Walter Meier distributor or visit waltermeier com WARRANTY JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product MW Metalworking WW Woodworking Body Repair Kits Beam Clamps Bottle Jacks Chain Hoist Cable Pullers Manual Cold Saws YEAR YEAR Lever Hoists YEAR Hoists Air Pullers JCH Models NEAR Hoists Electric Palet Trucks Scissor Lift Tables WW Drill Presse
22. ade guide assembly seems stiff when being raised or lowered it can be adjusted to slide more easily This is controlled by an internal spring and ball which provide varying degrees of resistance against the guide post Use the set screw D Figure 30 to adjust the tension of this spring To adjust tension on the spring loosen knob A Figure 30 use a hex wrench to tighten or loosen set screw D Figure 30 until desired tension is reached then re tighten knob A Figure 30 Adjusting Blade Guide and Blade Support Bearing AWARNING Blade guard has been removed for picture clarity Never operate the band saw without all guards in place and in working order 1 Disconnect machine from power source Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly Loosen thumb screws E Figure 31 and move guide blocks C Figure 31 as close to the blade as possible without pinching it Tighten thumb screws E Figure 31 Loosen thumb screw F Figure 31 and turn knurled knob G Figure 31 to move the guide block bracket in or out until the front edge of the guide blocks are just behind the gullets of the saw teeth Tighten thumb screw F Figure 31 The blade support bearing K Figure 31 should be adjusted so that the back edge of the blade overlaps the front face of the ball bearing approximately 1 8 To change position of the bearing remove screw L Figure 31 and bearing K Figure 31 Loosen thumb screw
23. asher MEE MO ER ee Abs 4 24 5 990651 LOCK Knob eot eee ona a M10x30 1 22 5 ds 199037 Table Insert ie EE SEE A evade PG ast B do EE a eU 1 23 iiie 992311 Spring Imc A be ee ed a Roa its 1 25 iiis TS 1482041 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw US naianei 2 PA ds 150024 Catch Knob nir HIST e eine rana e ve PU deca e ae Red a EE and 2 Pad ius TS 1551061 Lock Washer ER Reus 2 2 28 2 150028W Inner Wheel COVer ie ee se em eer hen ee ee ee AR ee ee ee ee 1 e us 155029W Outer Wheel Cover ie ee ee eene ener rnm nnns 1 30 s 100031 Al M MR EE 4 31 522 990180 Hex Head Bolt ooooooocccooccccocccconccconccocnncccnncncnnnos M16x55 1 PEAK WF 164030 ES AR N E E N lo OE 2 o N TS 1540101 Hex Nut EET ER 1 9A stel 100188 ELE OE OR EL EN ia 1 AO eke 110045 Trunnion Support Bracket ii aa aa ee EE AR Ge ee ee AA ee ee AR ee ee ee ee ee ee 1 Oncala 100042 ee lop n RE Meee N agen 2 9T ibis 100051 e Nec P m 1 AB uds 100044 Trunnlon Clamp Shoe iste bi atate bebes le og Be be d adie 2 39 delis TS 1491081 Hex Cap SCrew etii vesci hee ene ed gese M10x50 tienes 2 40 ie TS 1482021
24. asteners and mounting instructions with parts list 708717 JRB 14 Riser Block Kit Increases depth of cut from 6 maximum to 12 maximum Includes 6 cast block long frame bolt front and back blade guards 105 blade and mounting instructions with parts list 708716 JMG 14 Miter Gauge Assembly For straight and angle cutting Includes guide bar pivoting support body and adjustable stops 708719 JBB 14 Blade Block Set Includes upper and lower replacement blocks made from a non metallic composite material with a dry lubricant to reduce friction and heat 708127 JRBG 14 Roller Bearing Guides Dual bearing system maximizes contact and minimizes friction against the blade Includes upper and lower guide assemblies mounting studs adaptor blocks and mounting hardware Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages To order parts or reach our service department call 1 800 274 6848 Monday through Friday see our website for business hours www waltermeier com Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately 22 Body Assembly JWBS 14CS OS Band Saw Index No Part No Description Size Qty ER 2 150100AW Upper Arm Frames cn ted EN Shetek eds te e tees ee ee ete 1 AE a 150037W Table eei O 1 SE PEN 100038 Table Pim mi E 1 r 708719 G de Block N MOE RENE HT
25. d tension the v belt by pushing down on the motor Tighten the four motor mounting nuts The v belt is properly tensioned when finger pressure between the two pulleys causes approximately 1 2 deflection Figure 16 Screw the two small knobs Figure 17 into the threaded holes in the saw body Slide the pulley cover down over the Knobs and tighten the knobs Attach trunnion support bracket to saw body with two M8 x 30 hex cap screws and two M8 lock washers as shown in item D page 8 See Figure 18 Thread nut onto table stop bolt Figure 18 and attach to trunnion support bracket as shown Figure 15 Pulley cover Figure 18 13 13 To mount the table remove pin and insert from the table Figure 19 14 Orient the table so the saw blade will pass through the slot in the table and into the center opening Continue holding up the table and rotate the table so the two screws that are hanging vertically from below the table will slide into the holes on the trunnion support bracket Lower the table The screws should now protrude below the trunnion support bracket attach lock knobs to the ends of these screws Figure 19 15 Re install table insert and table pin 16 Connect the plugs of the motor cord and switch cord Figure 20 17 Transportation and handling may have caused some fasteners to loosen Before operating check all screws bolts and nuts to make sure they are snug Operate machine on
26. dware Kit Not ShOWN ees see ee ke ee ee ee ke ee ee ke Hem f HE included in hardware kit 26 Closed Stand Assembly JWBS14 CS Band Saw Open Stand Assembly JWBS 140S Band Saw Index No Part No Description ER 2 150602W TopPlates etos 2d 150603W Stand LEO ndi t ecc tos ucl 150604W Support Plate long Adieu 150605W Support Plate short Oui 150606W Support Plate upper EA 150607W Pulley Cover nee e 150608W Inner Pulley Cover M EN 990804 Self Tapping Screw EE EET 150609W MOOR S carta Terors 600013 Motor Pulley crrr leer Es VB A39 MEDC Ces SYNE SEE OE ER Rae T2 n cati TS 1523011 Socket Set Screw doas tf PG M02 JET Plaque iese see ee ee ee ee ee jp TS 1533031 Flat Head Screw ae TS 1490061 Hex Cap Screw aseeseen TO eset 901516 unie Carriage BoI ee ee qu kr TS 15550051 Washer age EE DE Ee ako sed TS 155108 Lock Washer a se 192 TS 1540061 in din uet CE 70 de Ee TS 1533042 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw 24 2 TS 15
27. e Pape ey 1 leri OR OR N OR EA 1 Upper Wheel Shaft ie ee ee EE AR EA Ee ee EE ee AA ee ee eene 1 Nu SE AE EE on N Slate Pecan a dalle ee ae Hise dose eae ede 2 Sese OR OR sitas 1 oe bood eR 1 SIS EE ee ed tata Eg aA 1 Lock Knob ps btts tenete EE NE bebe ie 1 Wing NUE tes ni epi leche tte tube eei bete Coe il ER nated 1 Blade Adj sting SOreW iot oett eoi tee bete epa Reg ia be be pec beber dit Rate 1 Hex Cap SGrew o cime bates inne M8x40 ssussse 4 Flat Washer a toe tiet tea tutu MB AR fet bein 4 VER DM E 2 Steel Ball C 1 S 1 Socket Set SCr W ee Ee AR Ee ee ee ee Male ale tuna 1 Lower Wheel Blade Guard ii ee ek Ee AA Ge ee Ee RR Ee ee RR ee ee ee ee ee 1 Gear Washel iste EE ESE fe ert Ren MB iit OE eek 2 Stam Relief RE RE DR fee cit dated cuota tan co tad e e eee ded aea aes 2 solerter EE 1 Gear Washer erii ti ER RE 2 Hardware Kit not SHOWN ee seek ee ee Ke ee RR KA ee e 1 Kit 24 Body Assembly JWBS 14CS OS Band Saw SB Qe EEN SN 25 Closed Stand Assembly JWBS 14CS Band Saw Index No Part No Description Size Qty ER 2 150501W Sa ects PI 1 AE Nl 150502W Bore cp EE ES 1 ee 160903 ER EE de Door Lateh Assemb ss i EE toe BERE tete io DE EE ee pene EES RE ts 1 Add WBS14CS 04 A EE PEE 2 oe WBS14CS 05 Pan
28. eee ie eri nee mene nennen ee ee kk ee ee ee 24 Body Assembly JWBS 14CS OS Band SaW ees eek tee eee RR ee eene nennen kk ee ee ke ee ee ee kk ee ee ee 25 Closed Stand Assembly JWBS 14CS Band SaW ese ee KA ee RR KA ee meme mener nes 26 Closed Stand Assembly JWBS14 CS Band SaW ees ee AA ee RR KA ee RR mmm nnne nes 27 Open Stand Assembly JWBS 140S Band SaW ee eek ee RR Ke ee RR eme mene nennen 28 Open Stand Assembly JWBS 140S Band SaW ee ee ee RR ee RR eem mene nennen 29 Electrical Connections 115 volt JWBS 14CS OS Band SaW ee ees ees sede ee Ke ee RR ee eee 30 Electrical Connections 230 volt JWBS 14CS OS Band SaW ee ee ees ee ee ee ee ee ee de ee eee 31 Ah Warnings 10 11 15 16 17 18 19 20 Read and understand the entire owner s manual before attempting assembly or operation Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a band saw do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained Do not use this band saw for other than its intended use If used for other purposes Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc disclaims any real or implied warra
29. grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately 115 Volt Operation As received from the factory your band saw is ready to run at 115 volt operation This band saw when wired for 115 volts is intended for use ona circuit that has an outlet and a plug that looks like the one illustrated in Figure 21 A temporary adapter like the adapter in Figure 22 may be used to connect this plug to a two pole receptacle as shown in Figure 22 if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician This adapter is not applicable in Canada The green colored rigid ear lug or tab extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box as shown in Figure 22 230 Volt Conversion If 230V single phase operation is desired the following instructions must be followed 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 This band saw is supplied with four motor leads that are connected for 115V operation as shown in Figure 23 Reconnect these four motor leads for 230V operation as shown in Figure 23 3 The 115V attachment plug supplied with the band saw must be replaced with a UL CSA listed plug suitable for 230V operation as shown in Figure 24 Contact your local a
30. ly after reading the entire manual including blade tracking blade guide adjustments and safety rules Grounding Instructions AWARNING This band saw must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug that looks similiar to the plug in Figure 21 The plug must be inserted into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Do not modify the plug provided If it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal Remove pin amp insert Lock knob Figure 19 Switch cord Motor Cord Figure 20 Grounding Prong Gn SD o D 115 volt 120 volt Three Prong Plug Grounded Outlet Figure 21 14 Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the
31. nty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use Always wear approved safety glasses face shields while using this band saw Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses Before operating this band saw remove tie rings watches and other jewelry and roll sleeves up past the elbows Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair Non slip footwear or anti skid floor strips are recommended Do not wear gloves Wear ear protectors plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paint Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk of exposure 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 face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply Make certain the machine is properly grounded 13
32. orking products with Five Year Warranties that are used for commercial industrial or education purposes revert to a One Year Warranty This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents normal wear and tear improper repair or alterations or lack of maintenance HOW TO GET SERVICE The product or part must be returned for examination postage prepaid to a location designated by us For the name of the location nearest you please call 1 800 274 6848 You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection discloses a defect we will repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price at our option We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will at your direction dispose of or return the product In the event you choose to have the product returned you will be responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return HOW STATE LAW APPLIES This warranty gives you specific legal rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY WALTER MEIER MANUFACTURING INC LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN ANY IMPLIED WA
33. rtation and handling may have caused some fasteners to loosen Before operating check all screws bolts and nuts to make sure they are snug Operate machine only after reading the entire manual including blade tracking blade guide adjustments and safety rules 18 Exposed metal surfaces such as the table have been given a protective coating This should be cleaned with a soft cloth and solvent such as kerosene Do not use acetone gasoline or lacquer thinner Do not Lock knob use an abrasive pad and do not get solvents on plastic parts Proceed to Grounding Instructions on page 14 Figure 11 11 Assembly of JWBS 14CS Tools Reguired for Assembly Metric combination wrench set and adjustable wrench 1 and 2 cross point screwdrivers Exposed metal surfaces such as the table have been given a protective coating This should be cleaned with a soft cloth and solvent such as kerosene Do not use an abrasive pad and do not get solvents on plastic parts 1 2 Remove pulley cover from inside of stand Place cabinet stand upright on a level surface If desired the stand can be further stabilized by securing it to the floor with lag screws through the inside corner holes If using a mobile base lock the casters before assembling or operating the band saw AWARNING Saw body is heavy Use caution when lifting and stabilize until firmly attached to the stand Failure to comply may cause serious injury
34. s Fastening Tools Metal forming Rigging Equip WW Benchtop Screw Jacks WW Dust Collectors Mechanics Hand Tools Mill Drills Service Jacks Tools Trolleys Geared WW Dust Filters Striking Tools x Milling Machines Stackers Trolleys Plain WW Dust Fittings Sefety Equipment Air Tools Light MW Bandsaws Surface Grinders Winches Manual WW Jointers Specialty Items Industrial MW Drill Presses Tapping WW Air Filtration WW Lathes Vise Accessories Lubrication MW Finishing Trolleys Air WW Bandsaws WW Planers WW Shapers Equipment Trolleys Electric WW Buffers WW Sanders WW Tablesaws MW Lathes Web Slings MW Precision Vises Winches Electric Lathe Accessories Air Tools Machine Accessories Contractor Mobile Bases Air Tools Industrial Vises no precision Clamps Warranty reverts to 1 Year Warranty if woodworking WW products listed above are used for industrial or educational purposes WHAT IS COVERED This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below Cutting tools abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage WHO IS COVERED This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product WHAT IS NOT COVERED Five Year Warranties do not cover woodworking WW products used for commercial industrial or educational purposes Woodw
35. t From Floor iN eise ee sees ee ke ee ee ee ke ee ee ee ke ee ee ee EE EE N OR EA 43 1 2 Table Tilt deg ese ee RR en 45 right 10 left ee ee Re ee 45 right 10 left Dust Port Diameter IN Jessice erii ede EE EER EE SESSE EE Ee GR ee EE nnne RE ER 4 Overall Dimensions HXWXD in ee ee ee 68 X 94 9 20 i ete a es 68 x 26 x 19 o O 3 4HP 1Ph 115 230V prewired 115 1HP 1Ph 115 230V prewired 115 Net Weight IDS 12 Lo EE o ets EE rd dne 185 Shipping Weight Ibs esse ee Re i ke ee ee ee SR RE EE EN 197 The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published but because of our policy of continuous improvement Walter Meier reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice without incurring obligations Unpacking JWBS 140S Open shipping container and check for shipping damage Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent Read the instruction manual thoroughly for assembly maintenance and safety instructions Contents of the Shipping Container Stand top with motor support plate Stand legs Cross braces short Cross braces long Stand support plate Saw body Table Motor phy sb Fasteners A Stand Assembly partial quantity shown 40 M8x16 carriage bolts 40 M8 flat washers 40 M8 lock washers 40 M8 hex nuts B Saw Body to Stand 4 M8x40 hex
36. ug the machine from the power source before making any repairs or adjustments Failure to comply may cause serious injury Tilting the Table 1 Loosen two lock knobs Figure 26 2 Tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right or up to 10 degrees to the left The angle can be read on the scale mounted to the trunnion 3 Tighten two lock knobs Figure 26 Note Table stop must be removed to tilt table to the left Adjusting 90 Table Stop 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 Loosen lock knobs Figure 26 and tilt table left until it rests against the table stop 3 Use a square placed on the table and against the blade Figure 27 to see if the table is 90 degrees to the blade 4 f an adjustment is necessary loosen lock knobs tilt table to the right and lock in place Minimum Gauge Extension Cord Amp Line Total length of Cord gauge rating voltage cord in feet AWG 18 oe e 10 12 12 16 over 50 not recomme nded Figure 25 Lock knob Figure 26 Figure 27 Loosen jam nut and turn table stop Figure 26 left or right to raise or lower the stop Tighten jam nut to hold table stop in place Unlock table tilt back onto table rest and confirm table is 90 degrees with the blade If necessary adjust scale pointer to zero Changing Blades AWARNING Blade teeth are sharp Use care when handling the saw blade Failure to comply may cause serious injury 1 2
37. uthorized Walter Meier service center or qualified electrician for proper procedures to install the plug The band saw must comply with all local and national codes after the 230 volt plug is installed 4 The band saw with a 230 volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration Figure 24 No adapter is available or should be used with the 230 volt plug Important In all cases 115 or 230 volts make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a registered electrician check the receptacle ADAPTER GROUNDING EAR SECURED lo WITH SCREW ZA GROUNDING EAR Figure 22 115 Volt 1 3 2 4 230 Volt Figure 23 150 230 VOLTS ES e c A 240 volt Grounded Outlet Grounding Prong Figure 24 15 Extension Cords Use only three wire extension cords that have three prong grounding plugs and three pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug Make sure the cord is in good condition and heavy enough to carry the current your band saw will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Figure 25 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and the ampere rating on your machine s nameplate If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately Adjustments AWARNING Unpl
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