Jet Tools HBS-56S User's Manual
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8. J E T WMH Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 5 x 6 inch Horizontal Band Saw Model HBS 56S For use with machines with Serial Numbers 06080307 and higher r 3 9 gt WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin Illinois 60124 Part No M 414457A Ph 800 274 6848 Revision B 9 06 www wmhtoolgroup com Copyright WMH Tool Group Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group 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 WMH Tool Group Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair assist you in obtaining parts or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET tools For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1 800 274 6848 MORE INFORMATION WMH Tool Group is consistently adding new products to the line For complete up to date product information check with your local WMH Tool Group distributor or visit jettools com WARRANTY JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product MW Metalworking WW Woodworking DAY i aj Body Repel Kits 2 Rigging Equip 5 l i Bottle Jacks Service Jacks Trolleys Geared WW Dust Filters Lathe Accessories Air Tools Cable Pullers MW Bandsaws Stackers Beam Clamps Trolleys Plain WW Dust Fittings Fastening Tools Machine Accessorie
9. 105 HVBS462 105 SPRING Pis c itt e P Todd aee ab e ii S 106 HVBS462 106 Sliding Plate Draw sse 107 HVBS462 107 EA 108 HVBS462 108 Shaft BIOGR dede eie tiem TOO ie HVBS462 109 Blade Tension Sliding seem PA HVBS462 110 Motor Pulley Cover sss 112 VB A22 5 iiem Mee ee e tre esed tuns 119 414301 Bl LER 5 X 025 X 64 5 1 114 TS 0680044 Flat Washer a MO 117 oe TS 0090061 2S EROR 3 8 x1 1 4 120 HVBS462 120 BUSHING freto A e Pas est 123 es TS 0050031 Hex Cap SCroW iii iia eeri e iie aee 1 4 Xx3IA AA 124 HVBS463 124 Machine Screw ccoococccconoccoccccccnccccnnononccnnnnncnnnnnnnns 3 16 x3 4 0 125 4 TS 0051031 Hex Cap Bolt enne 5 16 X3 4 eee 126 HVBS462 126 BUSHING wise eot ite a 132 HVBS462 132 Blade Guard Right sss sss ener 132 1 HVBS462 132A Blade Guard Left ee Reed na o E TS 0561021 od 142 HBS5
10. 60 Miter Cutting Miter Cutting with bushings installed Figure 13 Figure 14 Blade Tension Use the knob Figure 15 to tension the blade Clockwise tightens the blade counterclockwise loosens it Blade Tracking AWARNING Tracking the blade requires that the band saw be operating while the back blade cover is removed Use extreme caution and keep hands away from blade The blade provided with your band saw has already been tracked at the factory and requires no adjustment When the blade is replaced tracking may be required for the new blade It is recommended that tracking be done by a person experienced in these procedures and aware of the dangers involved 1 Turn the socket set screw Figure 15 as needed to shift the angle of the idler wheel NOTE This adjustment is sensitive do it gradually and in small increments allowing the wheel to respond to the changes 2 Tracking is set properly when the back of the blade lightly touches the wheel shoulder NOTE Over tracking allowing blade back to rub hard against wheel shoulder will damage the blade wheels and blade Setting Blade Speed 1 Disconnect band saw from power source 2 Open the pulley cover 3 Loosen the knob see A Figure 3 and lift up on the motor Move the belt to the desired pulley grooves A chart is affixed to the inside of the belt guard showing the positions for the three speeds 80 120 and 200 surface feet per minute
11. has been pre set at the factory If further adjustments are needed loosen the hex nut and rotate the screw as needed Re tighten the hex nut Operation Important This band saw is designed for dry cutting operations only General Operating Procedure 1 Verify that all guards covers etc are in place and in working order the blade is tensioned properly and the blade guides are set correctly 2 Position belt on the pulleys to achieve desired speed Close pulley guard when finished 3 Place workpiece in vise and tighten vise The workpiece should be fitted directly between the jaws without adding other objects When the workpiece to be cut is a profiled section flat piece or special shape refer to the examples shown in Figure 24 for proper clamping positions The top row shows acceptable clamping positions the bottom row shows unacceptable positions If the thickness of the profiled section is very thin a piece which duplicates the profile should be fitted inside the workpiece itself to prevent the workpiece being crushed between the jaws AWARNING Never hold a workpiece by hand when cutting it the workpiece should be firmly secured in the vise Do not reach into the cutting area during cutting operations 4 Pull up the paddle switch to start blade movement 18 Unscrew knob Figure 23 Figure 24 Stop Screw 5 Open the valve on the hydraulic cylinder to allow the bow to desce
12. SFPM This chart is also shown in Figure 16 4 Push the motor back down to tension the belt and tighten the knob A Figure 3 Material chips or shavings are the best indicator of proper blade speed and downfeed rate The ideal chip is thin tightly curled and warm to the touch Chips that range from golden brown to black indicate excessive force Blue chips indicate extreme heat from too high a blade speed which will shorten blade life Thin or powdered chips indicate insufficient downfeed rate Set Screw for tracking Blade Tension Knob Figure 15 Blade Speeds SFPM Chart 80 120 200 Spindle Pulley Motor Pulley Figure 16 Belt Tension 1 Disconnect band saw from power source 2 Open the pulley cover 3 Loosen the knob see A Figure 3 and push down on the motor to tighten the belt Tighten the knob A Figure 3 Check the tension by using moderate finger pressure about midway between the pulleys The belt should deflect about 1 2 See Figure 17 6 Close the pulley cover Blade Guide Assembly The blade guide assembly should be moved as close to the workpiece as possible without interfering with the cutting operation This allows minimum exposure of the blade To adjust loosen handle A Figure 18 and slide the assembly into position Always tighten handle A Figure 18 after adjustment Guide Bearings The blade guide bearings come pre adjusted from the factory but
13. nut Setting Downfeed Rate The downfeed rate of the blade is important to band saw performance Excessive pressure of blade against the workpiece may break the blade or stall the saw In contrast insufficient pressure rapidly dulls the blade Turn the valve lever F Figure 11 parallel to the hydraulic cylinder K Figure 11 to lower the bow The rate of downfeed is adjusted by the dial G Figure 11 The stop screw H Figure 11 prevents the blade from contacting the base after the cut It has been adjusted at the factory If future adjustment is ever needed loosen the hex nut J Figure 11 with a 14mm wrench and rotate the screw H Figure 11 as needed then re tighten the hex nut J Figure 11 Positioning the Vise AWARNING Keep hands away from blade while adjusting the vise 1 The workpiece is placed against the fixed jaw on the right which has already been squared see Squaring Vise to Blade 2 The vise has a quick release feature which allows fast positioning of the movable jaw against the workpiece Disengage the lead Screw by rotating the vise handwheel counter clockwise about 1 2 turn See Figure 12 CC wise for quick release Figure 12 3 Slide the movable jaw by hand until the jaw contacts the workpiece 4 Rotate the vise handwheel clockwise to re engage the lead screw and continue the tightening process of the jaw until the workpiece is securely clamped 5 The quick release
14. 68S 142 SWitcli Cut Off Tips sut tet ettet ebat 149 un TS 0050011 Hex Gap SGre uice b eh ee tus 1 4 a a E 144 TS 0813021 Flat Head Machine 145 111 TS 0813021 Flat Head Machine TAXI O 9 Lese 159 1 HBS56S 159 1 25A 2i HBS568S 254 OUpport RO nte mtus teuer tentes 255 4s TS 0267032 Socket Set Screw 1 4 x56 eno 250 acus TS 0680011 Flat Washer ett t 9 16 itinere ZO f JMLVS 108 Hex Gap Bolt tr ERR rettet 3 10 X38 ceuta 258 tss HBS568S 258 Gylinder Assembly laces ntes ID HIP EATER 259 nie HBS56S 259 Cylinder Upper Support eni irr et ete ir e 202 TS 0050051 Hex GCap Bolt ni ettet e oco iu ette 263 TS 0720071 Spring Washer ssssssssssseeee 174 o edt eoe 300 HBS56S 300 Stand TOP 3 tee ence Oda HBS56S 301 Working tabl e 4 irent ete it re ous Mea ete 3033 HBS56S 303 Wall plate e e eda 304 HBS56S 304 Swivel Base lpp6r en ain anid aint eee 3075 1 HBS56S 307 AGING SCIOW
15. A enne nnns 9 SLOCK SLOP LEES 10 Grounding INStrUCtONS resa eee 10 Extension Cordsen PUE 12 Adjustments teet oe eere e a ete eens eed cule 12 Squaring Vise to Blade 90 Stop e ait SAA qe etae e TA 12 Seting 45 Slop Eu UL mS 13 setting Downfesd Rate A ee cfc ea ae ee 13 Positioning thie ae e tee f eru AA e He Giese dae PRU 13 Miler GUIS cce UE LL MI S t Du enel o dd 14 Blade Tensliongs cs sieur ne ERN MEA mme 15 Blade Tracking aine vdd 15 setting Blade Speed she cinta Ai tu tenentes 15 ALL LLLA ee a eta Eu ie eae 16 Blade Guide Assembly ro itii UEM 16 Gulde B arlngs sehe epe A AER ERE 16 Blade Replacermmetit a a aes es 17 Automatic ShteOlf 4 ees EE tar te e ARD ROPA I AR ERR Dd dans rette aba ado 17 rendo oUm rS 17 Vertical Bow POSION tnt opere haute ae eoe RO E ahi det ERR ROME RENS 18 s ee etd qi ste teda Led anie diei 18 Nem RN 19 Troubleshooltirig i ione er lee Led t Edd ede Lt ode cde dese dete 20 gp c 20 Replacement PariS irrisa nied Ede de ret iin ete edet uet nies a e abe ve bee a edet 20 Parts List HBS 56S Band Saw ener det ede e a ione nt edi reed abad needed 21 Bow ASSembly ii b ur e ren dert e e re T edo Hu oet ace de eue tee Eee te utet 24 Base and Cabinet
16. Assembly eate ente tede eee vb e enano e erede E EM aae aine 27 Electrical Connections iis asi eer A o ee dedi eee 28 Warnings 10 11 12 13 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting 15 16 17 18 19 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 WMH Tool Group disclaims any real or implied warranty 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 prote
17. BLE 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 WMH Tool Group sells through distributors only The specifications in WMH catalogs are given as general information and are not binding Members of WMH Tool Group 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 JET branded products are not sold in Canada by WMH Tool Group Table of Contents Warranty and Servi Ce n ebur ete as dadas nica 2 Tablevof Contents pa ine redet iei I ER el tei 3 Wai trata elias 4 troduction Em 6 SPeci CatIONS c mE 6 Shipping Conterts n d edet daa E 7 Contents of the Carton e ende t b E e ta Lei edet abate erii 7 Ie P EEEa 7 Assembly of Stadt ratico abge hereto cbe te t dob cburug 8 Assembly olf Band Saw iio tet etre AA e EXER E Eun e 9 Mounting Band Saw to Stand sssssssssssssseseseeeenen nennen nenne nennen nenne innen rra 9 Pulley Cover and Belt Installation ssessneeenn AAASTAL ANA
18. Z Ball Bearing dee 0202ZZ 6 98 uus HVBS462 088 Bearing Bushing is tii bid 1 Parts List HBS 56S Band Saw Index No Part No Description Size 99 nue 5 159375 Oil Seal xcci aed ete ta iO Is 90 su HVBS462 090 Transmission Wheel 8 sss HVBS462 091 Worm Gear atre RETOUR ORE ats oman HVBS462 092 Gear Box Gasket Sere IR fede era Mis Bates ARES HVBS462 093 Gear Box COVE iia de dot OU Een dM ep ME ges 94r tune HVBS462 094 Worm Gear 8 seems 95 enun HVBS462 095 Spring Pille ie 96 um HVBS462 096 Bearing Bushingi z 2 ire e Per HO E ERAT er e ees OF essei TS 0050011 Hex Cap Bolt i ne eee 1 4 X1 2 nnde 97 1 TS 0680021 ERI 99 icons HVBS462 099 SPACE cie innen mt su 100 HVBS462 100 Flat Cross Head 5 32 8 8 101 HVBS462 101 Wort Gear Pulley ciao REPE TS 0720081 Lock Washer aanita aa s a aaaea a ania Fie BING au TOS tite HVBS462 103 Blade Tension Sliding 8 6 sem 104 TS 0270051 Socket Set Screw IA
19. actor to check angle settings Cuts not square Downfeed rate too fast Reduce downfeed rate 90 angle stop not set correctly Adjust stop until blade is square with vise Incorrect blade toothing in relation to workpiece Use proper blade size and tooth for that particular workpiece Incorrect adjustment of bearing guides and guide assembly Re adjust these See page 16 Workpiece incorrectly positioned in vise Check positioning and clamping in the vise See Figure 24 Poor blade tension Check and correct if needed See page 14 Finished surface of workpiece is rough unsatisfactory Blade is dull or its parameters are not right for thickness of piece being cut Sharpen or replace dull blade Make sure blade is proper size and tooth for workpiece Downfeed rate too fast Reduce downfeed rate Blade tension too low Increase blade tension Blade speed not correct Move belt to proper pulley grooves Parts Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages To order parts or reach our service department call 800 274 6848 between 7 30 a m and 5 30 p m CST Monday through Friday Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately 20 Parts List HBS 56S Band Saw Index No Part No Description Size Qty T cnius TS 0051031
20. ctors 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 e Lead from lead based paint e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e 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 Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source 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 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
21. e by a qualified electrician in compliance with all relevant codes This machine must be properly grounded to help prevent electrical shock and possible fatal injury This machine must be grounded 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 Figure 4 Figure 5 10 This band saw is pre wired for 115 volt and is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug similar to that shown in Figure 6 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 Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the machine is properly grounded Use only three wire extension cords that have three prong grounding plug
22. e work piece 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 the blade 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 INSTRUCTIONS Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model HBS 56S Horizontal 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 WMH Tool Group WMH Tool Group can also be reached at our web site www wmhtoolgroup com Specifications Model Number 2
23. function can be used to back off the movable jaw when the cut is finished Miter Cuts There are two sets of holes in the base for mounting the vise assembly For miter cuts from 0 up to 45 mount the vise assembly to the rear set of holes For miter cuts over 45 up to 60 use the vise in the front set of holes See Figure 13 To change the vise to the 60 position 1 2 Disconnect band saw from power source Raise the bow out of the way Make sure the hydraulic cylinder is closed valve lever perpendicular to cylinder so the bow remains stationary Remove the two socket head cap screws and lock washers which secure the vise and lift off the vise See Figure 13 Move the bushings from the first set of holes to the other set of holes as shown Mount the vise to the new set of holes tightening the two socket head cap screws and lock washers Remove the socket head cap screw C Figure 10 to allow the bow to swivel The cutting operation will now take place at the opposite side of the vise Swivel the bow until the pointer lines up with 60 on the angle scale and tighten the handle NOTE If the handle becomes too constrained to be easily tightened while at the 60 position lift up on the handle and use a hex wrench to tighten the pin then fully tighten using the handle itself See Figure 14 Move the chip pan and the work stop to the other side of the vise i l Holes for Holes for 0 45 45
24. 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 Warnings 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2T 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 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 blades sharp and clean for the best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Make sure the work piece is securely clamped in the vise Never use your hand to hold th
25. lley shaft first then the motor pulley shaft 3 Secure the pulley cover with two 1 4 20 x 1 2 hex cap screws and flat washers B Figure 3 using a 10mm wrench Use the slots to adjust the guard so that it will not interfere with the pulleys Figure 2 Figure 3 4 Lift up on the motor and install the belt around the pulley grooves as shown in Figure 4 Allow the motor to drop back down then push it down farther to tension the belt For further information on belt tension and belt position on the grooves see page 15 Tighten the knob A Figure 3 Close the pulley cover and secure it with the pan head screw and hex nut Stock Stop The stock stop is used for making multiple cuts of the same length 1 Insert the stock stop rod A Figure 5 into the hole at the front of the base as shown 2 Secure the rod by tightening the socket set screw B Figure 5 with a 3mm hex wrench 3 The stock stop is moved along the rod by loosening the socket set screw C Figure 5 with a 4mm hex wrench The stock stop can be reversed on the rod to accept slightly longer lengths of workpieces Tighten the Socket set screw C Figure 5 when the stock stop is positioned as desired The stock stop will mount into the hole at the front or the back of the band saw depending upon the angle of cut being made explained more fully under Miter Cuts Grounding Instructions AWARNING Electrical connections must be mad
26. 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 WMH TOOL GROUP LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES 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 WMH TOOL GROUP SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIA
27. nd in a gradual and controlled manner 6 The machine will shut off at the completion of the cut Remove the workpiece 7 Close the hydraulic cylinder valve and raise the bow in preparation for the next cut Maintenance AWARNING Before doing maintenance on the machine disconnect it from the electrical supply by pulling out the plug or switching off the main switch Failure to comply may cause serious injury 19 Clean the machine of chips shavings etc with a rag or brush Do not use your hands If the power cord is worn cut or damaged in any way have it replaced immediately The ball bearings on the blade guide assemblies are self contained and sealed They require no further lubrication Occasionally grease the lead screw on the vise Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Motor will not start No incoming power Check plug connection Blown electrical panel fuses Replace fuses Defective motor switch power cable or plug Qualified electrician service personnel should inspect these items Band Saw vibrates excessively Stand on uneven surface Adjust stand for even support Saw blade has cracks Replace blade immediately Too heavy a cut Reduce downfeed rate Miter cuts not accurate Setting of the miter stops is not correct Unloosen the screws and adjust the stops to correct positions Use an adjustable square or protr
28. ng material until the band saw is assembled and running properly Contents of the Carton Band Saw not shown Side Plate left A Side Plate right B Front Door C Wheel Base D Plate bottom E Feet F Front Door Knob G Belt Guard H Wheels J Chip Pan K Handle L V Belt M Work Stop Assembly N Axle O Owner s Manual not shown Warranty Card not shown IX E lxx c c Nek xo IX o X cx Hardware Actual Size Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact Missing parts if any should be reported to your distributor Read the instruction manual thoroughly for assembly maintenance and safety instructions Contents of the Carton Hardware 2 1 4 x 1 2 Hex Cap Screw Q 4 3 8 x 1 1 4 Hex Cap Screw R 12 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Cap Screw S 4 5 16 x 1 1 2 Hex Cap Screw T 24 5 16 Flat Washers U 4 10x 23 x t2 Flat Washer V 4 5 8 x 30 x t3 Flat Washer W 2 1 4 Flat Washer X 2 3x25 Cotter Pin Y 12 5 16 Hex Nut Z AWARNING Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting set up or operation Failure to comply may cause serious injury Assembly of Stand Tools required for assembly Two 1 2 inch wrench Note A ratchet wrench may speed assembly time 1 Assemble left A and right B side plates with six 5 16 x3 4 hex cap screws
29. plete eem 1 385 1 HBS56S 385 1 lS 1 385 2 7015 308 Flat Wash iine et ete e ed 5 8 x30xt3 4 385 3 5519932 C tter PIMs ar ET IL P E 2 385 4 HBS56S 385 4 Wheel ROA mer eroe ett redu 1 386 TS 0060061 Hex Head SScreW ooocooococcccccccccoconononccnnnnncnnnnno menciono 3 8 16x1 1 4 4 SOT siesta HBS814GH 092 Flat Washer 10 29 2 4 388 HBS56 S 388 O 1 389 a HBS56S 389 Protect Plates ci covets Ia D aite un c tl naa eade Se ada ade 1 390 HBS56S 390 lw S A eae 3 392 TS 081C022 Cross Round Head 10 24 3 87 1 23 Parts List Index No Part No 993 us HBS568S 393 394 TS 0810C032 395 xs TS 0560071 NS 1 HVBS463 085 01 5 2 HVBS462 085 02 Bow Assembly c Description Size Qty Wire RING a e cec bp Delete esee 1 Cross Round Head 10 24 2 1 Hex NUE it bae 10 24 nnm 1 Capacitor Cover not 5 sse 1 Capacitor not 5
30. round the band saw Areas of the machine have been given a protective coating at the factory This should be removed using a soft cloth moistened with kerosene or a cleaner degreaser Do not use gasoline paint thinner or lacquer thinner as these will damage painted surfaces Do not use an abrasive pad Mounting Band Saw to Stand Referring to Figure 2 1 Place the chip pan D on the stand E The side with the mounting holes further from the edge F must be towards the left 2 Using an assistant place the band saw C onto the stand on top of the chip pan D 3 Align the holes at the four corners of the saw and chip pan with the holes in the stand Make sure the front of the band saw faces the same direction as the JET logo on the stand see photo on cover of this manual 4 Install a 3 4 x1 1 4 hex cap screw A with 10 x 23 x t2 flat washer B in each of the four holes Tighten the hex cap screws with a 1 2 wrench Remove the bracket and two screws not shown which secured the bow during shipment Retain these items in case they are needed for future transporting of the band saw ACAUTION When moving the band saw the cutting head or bow should be in the down position Pulley Cover and Belt Installation 1 The knob A Figure 3 should be loosened so that the motor is allowed to drop freely 2 Slide the pulley cover down over the pulley shafts as shown in Figure 3 Slide it onto the gearbox pu
31. s Contractor Cold Saws MW Drill Presses Surface Grinders Chain Hoist Winches Manual WW Jointers Mechanics Hand Tools Mobile Bases Air Tools Industrial Hoists Air MW Finishing Tapping Manual WW Air Filtration WW Lathes Striking Tools Safety Equipment Air Tools Light Hoists Electric Equipment Trolleys Air Lever Hoists WW Bandsaws WW Planers Vises non precision Specialty Items Industrial Metalforming MW Lathes Trolleys Electric Pullers JCH Models WW Buffers WW Sanders Clamps Vise Accessories Lubrication Mill Drills MW Precision Vises Web Slings Scissor Lift Tables WW Drill Presses WW Shapers Milling Machines Pallet Trucks Winches Electric Screw Jacks WW Dust Collectors WW Tablesaws 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 Woodworking 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
32. s and three pole receptacles that accept the machine s plug 115 Volt Operation As received from the factory your band saw is ready to operate at 115 volt power using an outlet and a plug that look similar to those illustrated in Figure 6 A temporary adapter which looks like the adapter illustrated in Figure 7 may be used to connect this plug to a two pole receptacle as shown if a properly grounded outlet is not immediately available The temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician 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 7 Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded Make sure the voltage of your power supply matches the specifications on the motor plate of the Band Saw Conversion to 230 Volt If 230 volt operation is desired the following instructions must be followed G ding Prong roundi e e o o 120 volt Grounded Outlet 115 volt Three Prong Plug Figure 6 ADAPTER ES GROUNDING S EAR SECURED A WITH SCREW lt GROUNDING EAR Figure 7 11 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 Open the switch box and connect the leads according to
33. should be inspected frequently and future adjustments made as needed especially after changing blades The blade should have already been tensioned and tracked properly before adjusting the blade guides 1 Disconnect band saw from power source 2 Loosen slightly the hex cap screw B Figure 18 with a 12mm wrench 3 Slide the guide block C Figure 18 down until the thrust bearing D Figure 18 just contacts the back edge of the blade Tighten the hex cap screw B Figure 18 The front bearing E Figure 18 is eccentric and should be adjusted so that it just contacts the blade without pinching the blade or interfering with its movement Proceed as follows 6 Loosen the hex nut F Figure 18 with a 14mm wrench 7 Use a 12mm wrench to rotate the small hex nut just above the bearing G Figure 18 until the bearing is just contacting the blade Figure 17 16 Figure 18 Hold the bearing at that position with the wrench on the hex nut to prevent the bearing from moving At the same time tighten the upper hex nut F Figure 18 with the other wrench Repeat these steps for the other blade guide assembly Blade Replacement AWARNING Use caution and proceed slowly when working with or around a band saw blade Use gloves when handling it 1 Disconnect band saw from power source 2 Remove the knob and the back blade cover from the band saw See Figure 19 3 Loosen the handle on the blade g
34. t the blade and the fixed jaw of the vise as shown in Figure 10 The square should lie along the entire length of the jaw and blade without a gap 3 If the vise and blade are not square loosen the hex nut on the stop screw B Figure 10 with a 10mm wrench and rotate the stop Screw as needed until the vise and blade are square whenever the stop screw is contacting the socket head cap screw C Figure 10 230 Volt Plug e i 240 volt Grounded Outlet Grounding ME Figure 8 Recommended Gauges AWG of Extension Cords Extension Cord ExtensionCordlength bl Mist feet feet feet feet feet feet e Dwpppepe based on limiting the line voltage drop to 5V at 15096 of the rated amperes NR Not Recommended Figure 9 Square Figure 10 12 4 f the vise and blade are square but the pointer D Figure 10 is off slightly loosen the screw and adjust the pointer until it lines up with zero on the scale Tighten the Screw NOTE The handle A Figure 10 is adjustable Simply lift up on the handle and rotate it on the pin Release the handle making sure it seats itself properly on the pin Setting 45 Stop Swivel the bow to the 45 angle Use a machinist s protractor or similiar 45 device to check the blade s angle to the vise If adjustment is needed loosen the hex nut on the 45 stop E Figure 10 and rotate the screw as needed with a 10mm wrench When satisfied tighten the hex
35. the wiring diagram inside the Switch box This diagram is also shown on page 26 of this manual 3 The 115V attachment plug supplied with the band saw must be replaced with a UL listed plug suitable for 230 volt operation similar to the one shown in Figure 8 Contact your local authorized WMH Tool Group 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 Close the switch box The band saw with a 230 volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration Figure 8 No adapter is available or should be used with the 230 volt plug Extension cords If an extension cord is necessary make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the machine s motor plate An undersize cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Use the chart in Figure 9 as a general guide in choosing the correct size cord If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Adjustments Squaring Vise to Blade 90 Stop For accurate cutting the vise jaws should be square to the blade Inspect as follows 1 Loosen the handle A Figure 10 and make sure the bow is swiveled enough that the stop screw B Figure 10 is contacting the fixed screw C Figure 10 2 Place a machinists square on the bed agains
36. tp dre A e HBS 56S Stock Number a a Rp ipie ep eda ene ae ete 414457 Round Capacity at IO ini nett et A ER eO EI 5 Rournd Gapacity at45 in iere pe epo RR eu edi E ERRASSE 2 3 4 Rectangle Capacity at 90 Ia e RE erae ere RUE e a RUD M 5x6 Rectangle Capacity at 45 aia e Ret De te DELE Me ce Ae cee eee 2 3 4 x 4 Throat Depth in cede cer li cem ten dene ER E 5 Mise owivels deg 1 5 cat te eh tede aime de aie optet e oe etn 0 to 60 Blade Size MO RR ERR rt C ERR GE RERO REPE Bohn 1 2 Blade Wheel Diameter in x55 phe e RI eee redet rea pere nie e PRESE 7 1 2 Blade Speeds SEPM inpet d 80 120 and 200 Bed Height ibi tn tte Pet ete f e d e ERU 29 3 4 MOTON A eed ote potu tse ta TEFC 1 2HP 1Ph 115 230V pre wired 115V Overall Dimensions L x W x H in ssseeeen nnm emen 41 3 x 18 1 x 22 Net Weight IDS odia indere es eset p ett oe eee M 172 shipping Weight IDs ree a Een d Rn dei ted Ped b E E edere gd 176 The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published but because of our policy of continuous improvement WMH Tool Group reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice without incurring obligations Shipping Contents Open carton and check for shipping damage Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent Do not discard any shippi
37. twelve 5 16 flat washers D and six 5 16 hex nuts E4 Tighten the hex nuts Turn the assembly from Step 1 on its back door opening up and mount the bottom plate F with two 5 16 x3 4 hex cap screws C2 four 5 16 flat washers D and two 5 16 hex nuts E2 Tighten the hex nuts Install the two rubber feet G on the bottom of the left plate A Turn the assembly upside down and install the wheel base H with four 5 16 x3 4 hex cap screws C2 eight 5 16 flat washers D2 and four 5 16 hex nuts Ez 9 Insert the axle J through the holes of the wheel base H Install a wheel K and two 5 8 x30 flat washers L on each end of the axle Insert cotter pins M through holes on each end of the axle and bend the ends of the cotter pins to secure the wheel on the axle Install the handle N to the left side plate A with four 5 16 x1 1 2 hex cap screws O four 5 16 flat washers D4 and four 5 16 hex nuts Ex Tighten the hex nuts Install the door P The upper hinge pin is spring loaded and must be retracted to mount the door to the cabinet Install the door lock knob Installation of the chip pan R is described in Mounting Band Saw to Stand on the following page Figure 1 Assembly of Band Saw Tools required for assembly cross point Phillips screwdriver 3mm and 4mm hex wrenches provided 1 2 and 9 16 wrenches Remove any plastic or holding straps from a
38. uide A Figure 18 and lower the blade guide as far as it will go See Figure 19 Release tension on the blade Remove old blade and install new one by placing it between the guides and around the band wheels Make sure the blade is oriented properly so that the teeth will point downward and into the workpiece Figure 20 An arrow on the the body of the bow indicates blade direction shown in Figure 15 6 The blade should be tensioned and tracked properly before operating See Blade Tension and Blade Tracking above Automatic Shut Off At the end of a cut the screw A Figure 21 contacts the paddle switch shutting off the machine The screw has been set at the factory If future adjustment is needed loosen the hex nut B Figure 21 with a 12mm wrench and rotate the screw as needed then re tighten the hex nut NOTE The bow must be raised in order to re start the band saw Switch Lock Out The switch has a removable piece C Figure 21 When this is removed the band saw cannot be activated To start the band saw first snap this piece back into place Blade Direction Tooth Direction Wr Figure 20 Figure 21 Vertical Bow Position 1 The band saw can be placed in vertical position to facilitate blade changes maintenance etc Unscrew the knob Figure 22 and slide it out to disengage the hydraulic cylinder Raise the bow all the way The stop screw Figure 23
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