Model Number 50126SC/SG - Steel City Tool Works
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1. 12 SECTION 8 El CHIC MN S OUr CIV 13 SECTION 9 Unpacking die catia ee 15 SECTION 10 ASSEMDIY eens coat 17 SECTION TI AAUSHMENIS mme m vue a Aico 21 SECHON T2 OPERON cee en ee NSS kim dee 26 SECTION TS Mannan E maia E 28 SEGTION TA TIDIUDNESIO OUI utu m Qa Suma iS 29 SECTION AS LIS uuu na 30 INTRODUCTION This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine It should be kept available for immediate reference so that all operations can be performed with maximum efficiency and safety Do not attempt to perform maintenance or operate this machine until you have read and understand the information contained in this manual The drawings illustrations photographs and specifications in this user manual represent your machine at time of print However changes may be made to your machine or this manual at any time with no obligation to Steel City Tool Works WARRANTY 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Steel City Tool Works LLC SCT2. PART NO OR9031 1 SC80111 OR90509 OR74451 OR74486 OR 4477 OR74443 OR93906 OR92724 OR94197 SC80734 OR94771 SC10848 OR91506 SC10849 SC82137 SC80735 OR92724 SC10850 OR74472 SC80343 OR90307 221 215 gt 221 4 220A 8 220 8 208 233 234 2 228 2 232 DESCRIPTION FLAT WASHER 8 HEX SOC HD SCR M6X16 SPRING WASHER 6 SCR HEX SOC BUT HD 5 10 HEX HD FLANGE SCREW 6 12 HEX FLANGE NUT M6 MOTOR PULLEY HEX SOC SET SCR M5x6 LOCK NUT M8 RETAINING RING EXT 12 CARRIAGE BOLT M8x16 HEX FLANGE NUT M8 PEDAL ROTATION WHEEL ASSY PEDAL FIXED PLATE WASHER 12 4x 24x1 5t HEX HD SCREW M8xP1 25x95 LOCK HEX NUT M8 PEDAL SHAFT COTTER PIN HEX HD SCREW M8x75 HEX NUT M8 E By ow A 65 o P lt a A Aa Aa N W FB Oo NOTES TOOL WORKS www steelcitytoolworks com 1 871 124 8665 2 Year
3. SAVE these instructions and refer to them freguent ly and use them to instruct other users Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is also available from the following sources Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute org National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 American National Standards Institute 25West 43rd St 4th Floor New York NY 10036 ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements For Woodworking Machines WWW ANSIORG U S Department of Labor Regulations OSHA 1910 213 Regulations WWW OSHA GOV PRODUCT SAFETY 1 Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another qualified individual who is familiar with this machine and its operations Every work area Is different Always consider safe ty first as it applies to your work area Use this machine with respect and caution Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the machine Prevent electrical shock Follow all electrical and Safety codes including the National Electrical Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only AWARNING 4 TO REDUCE the risk of elec
4. User Manual Read and understand this manual before using machine 14 BAND SAW WITH CAST IRON GRANITE TABLE Model Number 50126SC SG STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS VER 05 2013 Manual Part No SC76082 THANK YOU for purchasing your new Steel City Bandsaw This bandsaw has been designed tested and inspected with you the customer in mind When properly assembled used and main tained your bandsaw will provide you with years of trouble free service which is why it is backed by one of the longest machinery warranties 1n the business This bandsaw is just one of many products in the Steel City s family of woodworking machinery and is proof of our commitment to total customer satisfaction At Steel City we continue to strive for excellence each and every day and value the opinion of you our customer For comments about your bandsaw or Steel City Tool Works please visit our web site at www steelcitytoolworks com TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 VITSI OV Qasa 4 SECTION 2 Product um S uu ewe 8 SECTIONS Acce essoriesan dAtUachme l amp u m uu a atum an E M 8 SECTION 4 MSR ua aan atas nc akata qaqa saq 8 SECTION 5 Feature ICSU CAUG Miss teres 9 SECTION 6 Gencal Sale yu suyunu mus aman k 10 SECTION 7 POA UE
5. END WRENCH O N 2 A N N a a R G NO BR NN SN SN SN N N NN PO N N PO Q BR P B S HO S S 3 N N B VN NN 201 202 202 203 203A 203B 203C 204 204A 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 212A 213 214 215 216 217 219 PART NO N A OR74475 OR74492 OR74474 SC10546 SC10839 OR73606 SC10840 OR74486 SC10841 SC10842 SC10843 SC10844 SC10845 N A OR91505 SC10529 OR90307 OR74473 SC10846 SC10847 OR74444 OR74481 SC80733 220 8 220A 8 209 223 8 DESCRIPTION MOBILE CABINET ASSY MOTOR MOTOR LABEL PLATE FIXED MOTOR MOTOR DAMPING WA SHER M8 TOOTH COVER DAMPING WASHER PULLEY COVER HEX HD FLANGE SCREW M6X12 CABINET TOP PLATE CABINET LEFTSIDE PLATE CABINET RIGHTSIDE PLATE CABINET FRONT DOOR CABINET REAR DOOR MOBILE ELEVATION WHEEL ASSY FIXED WHEEL LEVER SCREW HEX NUT M8 MOTOR FIXED ROD FIXED WHEEL SHAFT ACCESS PANEL KEY SNAP BUSHING SB 38 HEX SOC HD SCREW M8x20L 214 2 gt 211 2 206 236 235 227 2 3 BR AN N NM HM S 131 1 PE 3 1 N 1 1 237 31 212A 2 212 2 KEY NO 219A 220 220A 221 222 223 225 225A 226 227 228 229 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 239 240 240A 203A 219 4 219A 4 2 204A 4 225A 2 2 225 216 202 202 226 4 109 229 2 210
6. The blade guard height is set by loosening the thumb screw A and then push the Bracket support B The guard should set no higher than 1 4 above your workpiece during use NOTICE The following section was designed to give instructions on the basic operations of this band Fig 23 saw However it is in no way comprehensive of every bandsaw application It is strongly recom mended that you read books trade magazines or get formal training to maximize the potential of your bandsaw and to minimize the risks 25 BLADE SELECTION Using the proper saw blade for the job you are perform ing will optimize the efficiency of your bandsaw and increase the quality of your work There are some basic questions that apply when determining which type of blade to use e What type of material is to be cut How thick is the workpiece e What features does the workpiece contain i e bends curves etc These questions will help you with determining which type of blade to use The type of blade is determined by 5 features They are 1 Blade width 2 Pitch 3 Tooth shape 4 Set 5 Blade material BLADE WIDTH Blades for the bandsaw are available in different stan dard widths This width is measured from the rear of the blade to the tip of the tooth In general a wider blade is used for ripping and generally straight line cuts The narrower blades are mainly used for cutting a workpiece with curves and b
7. Vacuum Veneer Press ___ Wide Belt Sander Which benchtop tools do you own Check all that appi ___ Belt Sander ___ Belt Disc Sander ___ Drill Press ___ Band Saw ___ Grinder ___ Mini J ointer ___ Mini Lathe Scroll Saw ___ Spindle Belt Sander Other Which portable hand held power tools do you own Check all that apply Belt Sander ointer ___ Dust Collector ___ Circular Saw Detail Sander ___ Drill Driver ___ Miter Saw ___ Orbital Sander ___ Palm Sander ___ Portable Thickness Planer ___ Saber Saw ___ Reciprocating Saw ___ Router Other What machines accessories would you like to see added to the STEEL CITY line Do you think your purchase represents good value ___ Yes ___ No Would you recommend STEEL CITY products to a friend Yes ___ No Comments FOLD ON DOTTED LINE SteelCity ToolWorks 4 Northpoint Court Bolingbrook IL 60440 PLACE STAMP HERE FOLD ON DOTTED LINE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Cutting Capacity height Cutting Capacity width Blade Length Blade Speed Minimum Blade Width Maximum Blade Width Table Size Table Tilt Table Height from Floor Wheel Diameter Dust Port Size MOTOR Horsepower Amps Volts Phase Hertz RPM 6 14 93 1 2 2500 SFPM 1 8 3 4 14 x 14 45R 3L 42 13 14 29 3 4 HP 10 5A 120 240V single 60Hz 1725 ACCESSORIES Optional Sold Separately 504156 Fence Assy Car
8. be used to alert against unsafe practices CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indi cates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTICE This symbol is used to alert the user to useful informa tion about proper operation of the machine AWARNING AWARNING Exposure to the dust created by power sanding saw ing grinding drilling and other construction activities may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury including silicosis a serious lung dis ease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust The dust may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Always operate tool in well ventilated area and pro vide for proper dust removal Use a dust collection system along with an air filtration system whenever possible Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water To avoid serious injury and damage to the machine read the entire User Manual before assembly and operation of this machine ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw
9. bearing is set retighten adjust nut SEE FIG 21 MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Fig 21 1 Loosen adjust nut A and slide thrust bearing B until it is within 003 of the saw blade This is N eguivalent to about the thickness of a dollar bill Once the thrust bearing is set retighten adjust nut SEE FIG 20 Fig 20 2 The block guides E should be positioned within 1 32 of the saw blade If an adjustment is neces sary loosen thumbscrew C and adjust nuts D until each block guide is within 1 32 of the blade Each block guide E is controlled separately by the M6x10mm Hex soc set screw F with 3mm allen wrench directly 3 Once block guides and thrust bearing are set make certain that all thumbscrews and adjust nuts are re tightened 2 The block guide E should be positioned within 1 32 of the blade If an adjustment is necessary loosen thumbscrew C and adjust knob D until the block guide is within 1 32 of the blade Use this process for the left and right block guides Thumb screw F in FIG 20 is used to hold the blocks in place Loosen and move if necessary to achieve 1 32 to the blade and then tighten 3 Once block guides and thrust bearing are set make certain that all thumbscrews are re tightened 23 BELT TENSION Belt tension is adjusted using the Motor Tensioning Bolt It should be adjusted on initial setup and when the belt
10. codes including the National Electric for 240 volts The bandsaw with a 240 volt plug should NEC ine Occupational Salely Health only be connected to an outlet having the same config Reguations OSHA Al Ronnecions and uration as the plug No adapter is available or should be wiring should be made by qualified personnel only ae used with the 230 volt plug Once the modification has been made to the plug of the switch be sure to follow the instructions under CHANGING MOTOR VOLTAGE for changing the motor voltage from 120 volt to 240 volt in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual 12 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING This machine MUST BE GROUNDED while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown GROUND ING provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances If a plug is provided with your machine DO NOT modify the plug If it will not fit your electrical receptacle have a qualified electrician install the proper connections to meet all electrical codes local and state All connections must also adhere to all of OSHA mandates IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equip ment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The
11. conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding con ductor DO NOT connect the equipment grounding con ductor to a live terminal Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded PLUGS RECEPTACLES Electrocution or fire could result if this machine is not grounded properly or if the electrical configura tion does not comply with local and state electrical codes MAKE CERTAIN the machine is disconnected from power source before starting any electrical work MAKE SURE the circuit breaker does not exceed the rating of the plug and receptacle Depending on which model you have the motor supplied with your machine is either a 120 240 volt 60 hertz single phase motor or a dedicated 240 volt 60 hertz single phase motor Never connect the green or ground wire to a live terminal The machine should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug 13 EXTENSION CORDS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock use the proper gauge of extension cord When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your machine will draw The smaller the gauge number the larger the diameter of the extension cord is If in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord use a s
12. debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operat ing power tools 11 DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform opera tion for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the machine was intended AWARNING 12 DO NOT stand on a machine Serious injury could not an acceptable protective device Hearing moving part equipment should comply with ANSI 53 19 13 DO NOT store anything above or near the machine Standards 14 DO NOT operate any machine or tool if under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication 15 EACH AND EVERY time check for damaged parts prior to using any machine Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly are not damaged and perform their intended functions Check for alignment binding or breakage of all 4 ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust moving parts Any guard or other part that is dam mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or air aged should be immediately repaired or replaced borne particles AWARNING 16 Ground all machines If any machine is supplied with a 3 prong plug it must be plugged into a 3 contact electrical receptacle The third prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT
13. hold the workpiece with your hands 9 CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by 24 STAY ALERT watch what you are doing and use removing switch keys unplugging tools from the common sense when operating any machine DO electrical receptacles and using padlocks NOT operate any machine tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 10 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses 10 25 USE ONLY recommended accessories Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause seri ous injury to the operator and cause damage to the machine If in doubt DO NOT use it 26 THE USE of extension cords is not recommended 21 for 230V eguipment It is better to arrange the placement of your eguipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for an extension cord If an extension cord is necessary refer to the chart in the Grounding Instructions section to determine the minimum gauge for the extension cord The extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin Wear proper clothing DO NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry These items can get caught in the machine during operations and pull the operator into the moving parts Users must wear a protective cover on their hair if the hair is long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts 28 29
14. 10807 SC10808 SC80728 SC10809 SC10810 OR74431 SC10812 73572 OR90135 OR74259 OR90235 OR74440 OR93370 SC80729 OR90509 OR92174 OR94840 OR90248 OR74258 OR72914 OR74442 OR94829 OR94851 OR94850 OR73570 OR74448 OR74446 OR74445 OR74447 OR74450 OR74451 OR74490 OR90308 OR90248 OR91817 SC10813 SC84510 SC10814 SC10815 OR90075 OR94827 SC10816 OR93891 OR90248 OR90311 DESCRIPTION UPPER FRAME LOCKING KNOB GUIDE BLOCK BALL BEARING 6200zz LONGER SPACER SHORTER SPACER GUIDE POST BLOCK JUNCTION BRACKET NYLOCK HEX SOC SET SCREW M6x10 HEX SOC SET SCR M8x40 MICRO ADJUST NUT THUMB SCREW M6x12 GUARD BLADE UPPER FLAT WASHER HEX SOC HD SCR M6x10 SPRING WASHER M6 HEX SOC SET SCR M6x10 BRACKET SLIDE UPPER HEX SOC SET SCR M6x8 HEX SOC SET SCR M10x8 SPRING COIL STEEL BALL 8 0mm TABLE INSERT CAST IRON TABLE FOR 50126SC 50125C 50125 C TAPER PIN GRANITE TABLE FOR 50126SG 50126G 50125 G HEX HD SCREW M10x50 CLAMP SHOE TRUNNION HEX SOC HD SCR M6x18 SPRING WASHER M6 SPECIAL WASHER HEX HD SCREW M8X50 HEX NUT M8 HEX SOC HD SCR M6X12 HINGE GUARD REAR DUST CHUTE PAN HD SCREW M3xP0 5x6L DOWN BRACKET GUARD FRONT DUST CHUTE UPPER BRACKET KNOB LOCKING TABLE POINTER PAN HD SCREW M4x6 TURNNION SUPPORT HEX NUT M6 HEX SOC HD SCR M6X30 LOCK NUT M6 SCR HEX SOC BUT HD M6x12 SPRING WASHER M6 HEX SOC HD SCR M8X30 HEX SOC HD SCR M8X35 SPRING WASHER 8 SCALE V BELT A 965 PULLEY EXT RETAI
15. 432 132 OR90230 133 SC10838 134 135 NA 136 NA 141 0890289 142 OR90290 143 OR90291 145 OR74491 DESCRIPTION TIRE BLADE 3 8 x93 5 L UPPER WHEEL SLIDE ASSY HEX HD BOLT CATCH DOOR PAN HD SCR M4xP0 7x8L SPRING WASHER M4 VIEW PLATE WIRE CLAMP RING DUST CHUTE LOWER WHEEL COVER KNOB CATCH PAN HD SCR TAP M4 8xP1 6x16L UPPER WHEEL FRONT COVER HEX SOC HD SCR M8X30 BIG WASHER M8 GUARD BLADE REAR HINGE UPPER PAN HD FLANGE SCR M6X10 UPPER WHEEL REAR COVER UPPER WHEEL SUPPORT SPRING PIN 3x20 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT UPPER WHEEL SLIDE PIN ROATION KNOB LOCATION BETTERFLY NUT M8 WHEEL ADJUSTING KNOB ASSY KNOB SCREW POST SPRING PIN 4 0x20L COMPRESS SPRING FIBER WASHER 10 4x 19x1 SQUARE NUT KEY SWITCH POWER SWITCH HEX SOC HD SCR M5x20 SPRING WASHER M5 SWITCH BOX SWITCH BOX PLATE HEX SOC HD SCR M5X10 SPRING WASHER M5 SOC FT HD SCREW M4x10 COVER HEX NUT M4 FLAT WASHER 12 NUT M12x1 25 CABLE CLAMP GCL 5 16S HEX SOC HD SCR M5X10 STUD LATCH HEX HD BOLT MOTOR CONNECTION WIRE PLUG POWER SUPPLY WIRE PLUG CORD BUSHINGS SR 6R1 HEX SOC HD SCR M6x20 INT TOOTH WASHER 8 5x 15 5x0 85t HEX SOC BUT HD SCR M5x10 SPRING WASHER M5 EXT TOOTH WASHER PAN HD SCR M5X8 LOWER BLADE GUARD ASSY SLEEVE 12x30Lx0 8t THUMB SCREW 6 15 HEX HD SCREW M10x25 FLAT WASHER M10 SPACER LOWER WHEEL ASSY UPPER WHEEL ASSY BLADE THRUST Bearing Assy ALLEN WRENCH 2 5mm ALLEN WRENCH 3mm ALLEN WRENCH 4mm OPEN
16. E STOP 1 Loosen both table locking knobs A SEE FIG 17 Fig 17 4 If an adjustment is necessary tilt the table until it is square to the blade and tighten the two lock knobs SEE FIG 19 5 Loosen Hex Nut C and adjust the 90 degree positive stop B until it contacts the underside of the table Retighten Hex Nut SEE FIG 18 6 Adjust pointer on the bevel scale D to read zero if necessary SEE FIG 18 2 Let the table rest against the 90 degree stop SEE FIG 18 SETTING 45 DEGREE STOP Fig 18 1 Loosen the table lock knobs A SEE FIG 17 2 Tilt the table until the pointer on the bevel scale lines up at the 45 degree mark 3 The 45 degree positive stop E should contact the table at this point SEE FIG 18 4 If an adjustment is necessary loosen the hex nut on the 45 degree stop and adjust stop until it contacts the table when the bevel scale reads 45 degrees 5 Once the stop is set retighten the hex nut 22 UPPER BEARING ADJUSTMENT LOWER BEARING ADJUSTMENT NOTICE Make certain that you have followed all of the steps in the STS BEANE TENSION section in MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual prior to starting ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE this section 1 Loosen adjust nut A and slide thrust bearing B A WARNING until it is within 003 of the saw blade Again this is about the thickness of a dollar bill Once the thrust
17. GG HEX HD SCREW M8X75 1 with HEX NUT M8 1 HH DAMPING WASHER 1 ll SCR HEX SOC INNER HD M5X10 5 JJ CABLE CLAMP GCL 5 16S 1 KK COTTER PIN 1 ASSEMBLY CABINET ASSEMBLY MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Fix the motor on the top plate using Motor fixed rod A that with b 12 ring and cotter pin B Using M5X12mm Pan head screw C and cable clamp D to fix the motor power cord E SEE FIG 1 k s m 6 W FIG 1 2 Fasten the RIGHTSIDE PLATE F and LEFTSIDE PLATE G using 8pcs M6x12mm Hex HD Flange Screw l and 8pcs M6 Hex Head Flange Nut Then fasten 2pcs 8 nuts onto each leveling feet H SEE FIG 2 16 Using 2pcs M8x16mm Carriage bolt J and 2pcs Hex Flange Nut to lock the Rotation Wheel Assy K SEE FIG 3 FIG 3 4 Fix Front Door Plate Rear Door Plate onto Cabinet using 16pcs Hex Soc HD SCR M6X16mm N and 16pcs Spring Washer M6 to lock the Front Door Plate L and Rear Door Plate M SEE FIG 4 FIG 4 A CAUTION Take care to support the motor when turning the base right side up Failure to do so can cause the motor to slam into the side of the cabinet damaging the motor cabinet or both ATTACHING BAND SAW TO BASE INSTALLING BELT MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT AND BELT GUARD A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED F
18. NING RING 20 BALL BEARING 6204zz WAVE WASHER PIN HEX HD SCREW M18xP2 5x70 SPRING WASHER 19 FLAT WASHER 19x 36x3t HEX NUT M18xP2 5 HINGE LOWER SCR HEX SOC BUT HD M5xP0 8x10L BRUSH WHEEL HEX HD SCREW 8 20 SPRING WASHER M8 SPECIAL WASHER 8 3x 25x3 5 LOWER WHEEL SHAFT KEY 6x6x28L BASE LOWER WHEEL BALL BEARING 6202 2RS INT RET RING 35 UPPER WHEEL HEX HD SCREW 8 40 SPRING WASHER M8 FLAT WASHER 8 lt BR Ps BRB PO PO B P B N ARN Q Q A a A PY A 0 O O NM NM N PY NNNNA Q Q RL N 30 KEY PART NO NO 70 OR74411 71 sC10817 72 NA 73 SC10818 74 SC10819 75 OR74412 75 OR90077 76 SC10820 77 OR73589 78 SC10821 79 5 10822 80 5 10823 81 5 10824 82 5 80730 83 5 10825 84 0892174 85 OR90248 86 5 10826 87 OR74413 88 OR94618 89 5 10827 00 OR74457 90 1 OR91793 91 OR74458 92 5 10828 93 OR74465 94 5 10829 94A OR94206 95 NA 95 1 SC10830 95 2 OR74415 95 3 5 84308 96 OR74416 97 OR73539 98 OR74418 99 OR72063 100 SC72062 101 OR91756 101A OR90145 102 C10831 104 C10832 104A OR74421 1048 OR90145 105 SC80731 106 OR95117 1088 OR90304 108C OR74460 109 OR74469 109A OR74421 110 SC10833 111 SC80732 117 SC10834 118 5 10835 119 SC10836 121 OR93374 122 SC82136 123 OR74451 123A OR90145 126 OR90053 127 OR90507 128 NA 129 SC10837 130 OR74436 131 C80
19. ROM THE POWER SOURCE A WARNING ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Install Belt by walking the belt onto the Band saw The bandsaw is very heavy Two people are required Pulley B and the Motor pulley C SEE FIG 6 for this step FIG 6 1 Place the bandsaw on top of the base making sure to line up the four holes in the base with the four Holes in the casting of the bandsaw NOTE When placing the bandsaw on the base make sure that the exposed pulley A and the cutout B in the base are on the same side SEE FIG 5 2 Fasten the bandsaw to the base using four M8 x40mm Hex head screws four M8 flat washers and four M8 lock washers 17 2 Once the belt is installed confirm that the pulleys tension is achieved tighten hex nut from step 3 until it are aligned using a straight edge on the outer face bottoms out against the base of both pulleys SEE FIG 7 If an adjustment is necessary please loosen 2 set screws move pulley into alignment and secure the 2 set screws SEE FIG 7 1 Fig 8 Fig 7 6 Fasten the pulley cover H to the bandsaw using the 4pcs pan head flange screws SEE FIG 9 7 Install the Access Panel using 4pcs M5X10mm Hex head cap screws l SEE FIG 9 Fig 9 3 Install one M8 Hex Nut E onto the motor tensioning bolt F and thread the bolt into the base of the bandsaw SEE FIG 8 4 Once the tensioni
20. W warrants this SCTW machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner for domestic use Granite components are warranted for 2 years based on normal use and is void if non SCTW accessories are used that cause the break or chip Customer must advise SCTW within 30 days for any damage or defect found upon receipt of the product to qualify for the warranty on granite The warranty does not cover any product used for professional or commercial production purpose nor for industrial or educational applications Such cases are covered by our 1 year Limited Warranty with the Conditions and Exceptions listed below Conditions and exception Warranty applies to the original buyer only and may not be transferred Original proof of purchase is required Warranty does not include failures breakage or defects deemed after inspection by an Authorized Service Center ASC or agent of have been directly or indirectly caused by or resulting from improper use lack of or improper maintenance misuse or abuse negligence accidents damage in handling or transport or normal wear and tear of any part or component Additionally warranty is void if repairs or alterations are made to the machine by an unauthorized service center without the direct consent of SCTW Consumables such as blades knives bits and sandpaper are not covered Wear items such as drive belt bea
21. difficult to move INSTALLING CHANGING BLADES MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Remove the table insert and take the tension off of the blade by rotating the Knob A clockwise SEE FIG 24 If you have cast iron table remove the taper pin OR73567 and reinstall after blade is changed 2 Open both the upper and lower doors of the band saw 3 Carefully remove the blade from between the upper and lower guides and remove the blade from both of the wheels Slide the blade through the slot in the table to remove the old blade 4 Guide the new blade through the table slot and place into the blade guides and onto the center of the upper and lower wheels NOTICE The blade teeth MUST point downward and towards the front of the saw 5 Replace the table insert 5 Replace the table insert Fig 24 REPLACING POLY V BELT A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Remove the Motor Access Panel and the Pulley Cover Please refer to page 18 instructions for pulley cover install and removal 2 Loosen the M8 Hex Nut A and the Motor Tensioning Bolt B to take tension off of the belt SEE FIG 25 Fig 25 3 Remove the belt by walking the belt off of the NOTICE Before operating bandsaw make sure to go upper and lower pulleys back to the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual and 4 Install the new belt redo the following secti
22. ecessary to replace the existing 120V plug with a UL CSA listed plug not included suitable for 240V and the rated amperage of the motor The saw should only then be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug No adapter is available or should be used with a 240V plug A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Remove the junction box cover from the motor and follow the wiring diagram on the inside of the cover for 240V operation 2 Replace junction box cover 3 The START STOP switch does NOT need to be Modified OPERATION PRE RUN CHECK Before you begin using your new bandsaw you should give it a thorough inspection and ask yourself the fol ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can lowing questions throw debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard 287 1 when operating power tools MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Are the blade bearings properly adjusted A WARNING i 2 15 the blade tension and blade tracking properly set 3 15 the unit stable does it rock or wobble 4 Have you read all the warnings associated with this saw ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or airborne particles BLADE GUARD HEIGHT
23. ends 26 PITCH The unit of measure for pitch is teeth per inch A fine pitch meaning having more teeth per inch will deliver a smoother cut but will take a longer time to complete A coarse pitch meaning having fewer teeth per inch will cut much faster but leave a rougher finish A good rule of thumb is the thicker the workpiece the coarser the pitch should be TOOTH SHAPE Tooth shapes come in several basic types Three of them are hook skip and variable Skip and hook types are used to help obtain a higher feed rate when cutting thick workpieces while variable combines the features of two types of blades SET The term set refers to the way that the saw teeth are bent or positioned Set patterns are selected depend ing on the type of material being cut BLADE MATERIAL Bandsaw blades can be made from different types of materials Some common materials are carbon steel Spring steel and high speed steel MAINTENANCE A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE GENERAL CLEANUP Keep the bearing guides clean and free of buildup of pitch resin etc Remove any deposits from the wheels to help avoid vibration and premature blade breakage Keep the inside of bandsaw clear of sawdust Occasionally vacuum out the inside of the unit or blowout the inside of the unit with an air hose eClean and grease the raising lowering mechanism if the unit becomes
24. eration FEATURE IDENTIFICATION A Power Switch B Table C Blade Guard D Post Guide GENERAL SAFETY AWARNING TO AVOID serious injury and damage to the machine read and follow all Safety and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine This manual is not totally comprehensive It does not and can not convey every possible safety and opera tional problem which may arise while using this machine The manual will cover many of the basic and Specific safety procedures needed in an industrial envi ronment All federal and state laws and any regulations having jurisdiction covering the safety requirements for use of this machine take precedence over the statements in this manual Users of this machine must adhere to all such regulations Below is a list of symbols that are used to attract your attention to possible dangerous conditions This is the international safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which If not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury AWARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation if not avoid ed MAY result in minor or moderate injury It may also
25. hange without prior notice Check the website www steelcitytoolworks com for updated manuals with reference to the VER located on the front page LIMITED WARRANTY ACCU SHOP line of bench top tools Steel City Tool Works LLC SCTW warrants this SCTW ACCU SHOP machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner for domestic use Consumables such as blades knives bits and sandpaper are not covered Wear items such as drive belt bearings switch are covered for 1 year The warranty does not cover any product used for professional or commercial production purpose nor for industrial or educational applications Such cases are covered by our 30 days Limited Warranty with the Conditions and Exceptions listed previously Se CUT HERE WARRANTY CARD Product Description Model No ss Serial No The following information s given on a voluntary basis and is strictly confidential 1 Where did you purchase your STEEL CITY machine Store 2 How did you first learn of Steel City Tool Works ___ Advertisement ___ Mail Order Catalog 11 ___ Web Site ___ Friend ___ Local Store 3 Which of following magazines do you subscribe to ___ American Woodworker ___ American How To Cabinetmaker ___ Family Handyman ___ Fine Homebuilding ___ Fine Woodworking 12 ___ Journal of Light Construction ___ Old House Jou
26. horter and thicker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage result ing in a loss of power and overheating grounding plug and a 3 pole receptacle that accepts the machine s plug If you are using an extension cord outdoors be sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indi cate that it is acceptable for outdoor use Make certain the extension cord is properly sized and in good electrical condition Always replace a worn or damaged extension cord immediately or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects exces sive heat and damp or wet areas MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 120 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG Not recommended 0 to 6 Amps 6 to 10 Amps 10 to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 240 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 25 LONG 50 LONG 100 LONG 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG Not recommended to 6 Amps 6 to 10 Amps 10 to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps UNPACKING amp INVENTORY The machine is heavy two people are required to unpack and lift Use a safety strap to avoid tip over when lifting machine Check shipping carton and machine for damage before unpackaging Carefully remove packaging materials parts and machine from shipping carton Always check for and remove protective shipping materials around motors and moving
27. is replaced It should also be checked periodically as the belt may stretch after time Correct belt tension is achieved when there is 1 or less deflection in the belt when squeezed at it s midpoint A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 To adjust the belt tension first remove the pulley cover by removing the four screws that fasten it to the bandsaw Please refer to page 18 instruction for pulley cover install and removal 2 Check belt tension by squeezing it at the point just where it exits the base SEE FIG 22 Fig 22 If an adjustment is necessary loosen Hex Nut A and Tighten Motor Tensioning Bolt B until the proper tension is achieved 4 Once the correct tension is achieved retighten Hex Nut BLADE DRIFT Blade drift occurs when the blade begins to wander off the cutting line It can be caused by several factors e Incorrect Blade Tension e Wrong Blade Type e Dull Blade If you experience blade drift check the appropriate adjustments first If this does not correct the problem the blade may have to be replaced See BLADE REPLACEMENT in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual for more information 24 CHANGING MOTOR VOLTAGE The motor supplied with your bandsaw is a dual voltage120 240V motor The motor comes prewired from the factory for 120 volt operation To change to 240 volt operation in addition to the following steps it is n
28. ment Saw makes Dull blade Replace blade unsatisfactory Blade mounted wrong Teeth should point down Gum or pitch on blade 3 Remove blade and clean Incorrect blade for cut Change blade to correct type Gum or piteh on table Clean table Blade does not Extension cord too light or too long Replace with adeguate size and length cord come up to speed Low shop voltage Contact your local electric company Saw vibrates Base on uneven floor Reposition on flat level surface excessively Bad Poly V belt Replace v belt Motor mount is loose Tighten motor mount hardware Loose hardware Tighten hardware 28 104B 4 Granite Table for 50126G 501265G 50125 G lt 63 2 69 4 69A 4 62 698 41 4 75 4 75A 4 29 14 23A 28A 28B 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 41A 41B 41C 42 42 43 43B 43A 45 47 48 50 51 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 69 69B NO SC10800 SC10801 OR74430 OR74428 SC10802 OR74427 OR74423 C10803 OR90222 OR74434 OR74435 OR74432 SC10804 OR74429 SC80104 OR90509 OR90222 SC10805 OR93552 OR74424 OR74425 OR74426 OR73563 SC10806 OR73567 OR74438 OR94331 OR73565 OR74257 OR91758 OR90502 OR90059 OR74439 OR90307 OR91755 SC
29. ng bolt is installed push the dampening washer G onto the end of bolt 5 Tighten the motor tensioning bolt until it can comes in contact with the motor plate Continue tightening until there is about 1 deflection in the belt when squeezed at its midpoint Once the correct belt 18 MOUNTING THE TABLE MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Position the two threaded bolts so that they line up with the holes in the trunnion Once the bolts are through the holes fasten the table using the two Table lock knobs B SEE FIG 11 Fig 11 1 To install the dust chute A onto lower door cover using 2pcs M4 8X16mm screws SEE FIG 10 1 FIG 10 1 2 Feed the blade through the slot in the table SEE FIG 10 Fig 10 3 Once the blade reaches the center hole of the table rotate the table 90 degrees so that the miter slot is towards the right of the machine 19 ADJUSTMENT TABLE TILT The table on your bandsaw is designed to tilt up to 45 degrees to the right and up to 3 degrees to the left To tilt the table 1 Loosen both lock knobs A on the underside of the Table SEE FIG 12 Fig 12 FW 2 Tilt the table to the right noted that the scale B shows the angle of the table 3 Re tighten lock knobs when desired angle is achieved NOTE This positive stop bolt C used to adjust table to match the blade a
30. ons Tighten down the Motor Tensioning Bolt until the Setting Blade Tension belt deflects no more than 1 when squeezed at its midpoint Once proper tension is achieved tighten Blade Tracking down the Hex Nut loosened in step 2 6 Reattach both the Motor Access Panel and Pulley Upper and Lower Guide Bearing Adjustments Cover when finished installing the belt TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in sawing and what to do about them Do not make any adjustments until the bandsaw is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE S SOLUTION Saw stops or 1 Saw unplugged 1 Check plug connections will not start 2 Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 2 Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker 3 Cord damaged 3 Replace cord Does not make 1 Stop not adjusted correctly Check blade with square and adjust stop accurate 45 or 90 cuts Angle pointer not set accurately Check blade with square and adjust pointer Miter gauge out of adjustment Adjust miter gauge Blade wanders Warped wood Select another piece of wood during cut 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 manufacturer s specs Guide bearings not set properly Review guide bearing adjust
31. parts Lay out all parts on a clean work surface A V Belt B ACCESS PANEL C PULLEY COVER D CABINET TOP PLATE Remove any protective materials and coatings from all of the parts and the bandsaw After cleaning apply a good quality paste wax to any unpainted surfaces Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly Compare the items to inventory figures verify that all items are accounted for before discarding the shipping box If any parts are missing do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn ON the machine The machine should only be turned ON after all the parts have been obtained and installed correctly For missing parts contact Steel City at 1 877 SC4 TOOL E CABINET REAR DOOR F CABINET FRONT DOOR G CABINET RIGHTSIDE PLATE H CABINET LEFTSIDE PLATE 14 J DUST CHUTE K PEDAL L OPEN END WRENCH M 4mm ALLEN WRENCH N 3mm ALLEN WRENCH O 2 5mm ALLEN WRENCH P KEY SWITCH Q TABLE INSERT R LEVELING FOOT 2 S TABLE LOCKING KNOB 2 T M8X40mm HEX HEAD SCREW 4 U SPRING WASHER M8 4 V FLAT WASHER M8 4 W HEX HD FLANGE SCREW M6X12mm 4 X PAN HD SCR TAP M4 8XP1 6X16L 2 Y HEX SOC HD SCR M6X16 16 Z SPRING WASHER M6 16 AA HEX HD FLANGE SCREW 6 12 8 BB HEX FLANGE NUT M6 8 CC BOLT RD HD SQU NECK 8 16 2 DD HEX FLANGE NUT M8 2 EE SCR HEX SOC BUT HD M5x10 2 FF MOTOR FIXED ROD 1 with RETAINING RING EXT 12 1
32. r indirect loss caused by and other part loss of revenue or profits financing or interest charges and claims by and third person whether or not notice of such possible damages has been given to SCTW Damages or any kind for any delay by or failure of SCTW to perform its obligations under this agreement or claims made a subject of a legal proceeding against SCTW more than one 1 year after such cause of action first arose The validity construction and performance of this Warranty and any sale of machinery by SCTW shall be governed by the law of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania without regard to conflicts of law s provisions of any jurisdiction Any action related in any way to any alleged or actual offer acceptance or sale by SCTW or any claim related to the performance of and agreement including without limitation this Warranty shall take place in the federal or state courts in Allegheny County Pennsylvania Warranty registration card must be submitted to SCTW for purpose of proof within 90 days of purchase with a copy of the sales receipt Failure to do so will revert the 2 year warranty to 1 year as in the terms stated above This registration is also needed to facilitate contact in case of a safety recall This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain States or Provinces Note to user This instruction manual is meant to serve as a guide only Specification and references are subject to c
33. rd or plug DO NOT USE if the band saw 22 KEEP hand and fingers away from blade is not operating properly or has been damaged left outdoors or has been in contact with water 23 HOLD workpiece firmly and use a moderate feed speed 14 DO NOT use the bandsaw as a toy DO NOT use near or around children 24 MAKE relief cuts before cutting curves 15 ENSURE that the machine sits firmly on the floor before 25 TURN OFF machine before backing the workpiece using If the machine wobbles or is unstable correct the out of an incomplete cut problem by using shims or blocks prior to operation 26 TURN OFF the machine before removing scrap 16 MATCH the blade type and size to the workpiece Pieces being cut 27 With the machine TURNED OFF clean dust 17 MAKE SURE that the blade tension is set appropri build up around lower blade guides regularly ately for the size of blade being used 18 MAKE SURE that the blade is tracking properly by manually turning the wheels before starting the machine ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The switch provided with your saw is dual voltage capable switch meaning it is designed to function at either 120 or 240 volts The switch and saw come prewired for 120 volt operation If you decide to convert the saw to 240V you will have to replace the 120 volt To reduce the risk of electric shock follow all electri plug on the switch with a UL CSA Listed plug suitable cal and safety
34. remove the third prong 5 ALWAYS keep the work area clean well lit and organized DO NOT work in an area that has slip pery floor surfaces from debris grease and wax 6 ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle before making adjustments changing 17 Keep visitors and children away from any machine parts or performing any maintenance DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the machine is operating 7 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure that the power switch is in the OFF position before 18 KEEP protective guards in place and in working plugging in the power cord to the electrical order 19 MAINTAIN your balance DO NOT extend yourself over the tool Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax AWARNING 20 MAINTAIN all machines with care ALWAYS KEEP machine clean and in good working order KEEP all blades and tool bits sharp 8 AVOID a dangerous working environment DO 21 NEVER leave a machine running unattended Turn NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT or expose them to rain or moisture leave the machine until it has come to a complete Stop AWARNING 22 REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning the machine ON 23 SECURE all work When it is possible use clamps or jigs to secure the workpiece This is safer than attempting to
35. rer s rec ommendations for proper blade tension NOTICE When using the tracking adjustment knob do so in small increments as this is a sensitive adjustment 4 Rotate the wheel again Repeat steps 2 through 4 until the blade rides on the center of the wheel NOTE When the bandsaw is not in use it is a good idea to release the tension on the blade using the knob 5 Once proper tracking is achieved close and secure the upper door and retighten wing nut loosened In step 3 BLADE TRACKING Blade tracking refers to the way the saw blade rides on the wheels while the machine is in operation This adjustment has been set at the factory but it is good practice to check the tracking each time before using the machine Tracking should also be checked after a blade change A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Open the upper door exposing the top wheel of the bandsaw 2 Rotate the wheel clockwise by hand and take note of the position of the blade on the wheel The blade should ride on the center of the wheel 21 AD J U STING TABLE 3 Place a gage on the tabletop and up against the saw blade SEE FIG 19 POSITIVE STOPS A CAUTION DO NOT attempt to set the positive stops until you have checked and or adjusted both the blade tension and blade tracking Refer to SETTING BLADE TENSION And BLADE TRACKING in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual Fig 19 SETTING 90 DEGRE
36. rings switch are covered for 1 year To file a claim of warranty or to find a service center call toll free 877 724 8665 or email customercare steelcitytoolworks net and you must be able to present the original or photo copy of the sales receipt including the serial number from the machine and or carton SCTW will inspect repair or replace at its expense and its option any part that has proven to be defective in workmanship or material provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to a designated ASC and provides SCTW with a reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection SCTW will return the product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will at your direction dispose of or return the product In the event you choose to have the product returned you will be responsible for the handling and shipping costs of the return SCTW furnishes the above warranties in lieu of all other warranties express or implied SCTW shall not be liable for any special indirect incidental punitive or consequential damages including without limitation loss of profits arising from or related to the warranty the breach of any agreement or warranty or the operation or use of its machinery including without limitation damages arising from damage to fixtures tools equipment parts or materials direct o
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38. t 90 degrees SEE FIG 13 Fig 13 20 SETTING BLADE TENSION The blade tension is set by using the blade tension knob It MUST be set prior to initial operation as it plays a vital role in setup of other features of the band saw It should also be checked when the blade is replaced and from time to time as the blade will stretch after prolonged use Keep in mind that putting too much or too little tension can cause either blade break age too much pressure or poor cutting results too little pressure A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SAW IS DISCONNECT ED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Setthe blade tension by rotating the knob A Turning the knob clockwise increases the tension while turning the handwheel counterclockwise decreases the tension SEE FIG 14 Fig 14 As you rotate the knob you will notice a red If the blade does not ride on the center of the wheel marker C on the inside of the scale This is to be or starts to move towards the edge of the wheel used as a guideline for the blade tension depending loosen the wingnut A and turn the tracking on the width of the blade For example if you are adjustment knob B SEE FIG 16 using a 1 8 blade align the red marker inside the scale with the 1 8 mark on the outside of the scale SEE FIG 15 Fig 16 Fig 15 NOTE The scale is only a recommended guideline for tensioning Always follow the blade manufactu
39. ton Type cardboard carton Width 29 x Depth 8 3 x Height 5 1 Gross Weight 14 0 Ibs 50126R Riser Block Assy Carton Type cardboard carton Width 24 x Depth 12 4 x Height 5 4 Gross Weight 17 8lbs PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Footprint 16 14 x 24 41 Width 25 6 Depth 16 14 Height 66 14 Net Weight 200 Ibs SHIPPING DIMENSIONS Carton Type cardboard carton Width 44 5 Depth 21 3 Height 25 Gross Weight 213 3 Ibs ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS There are a variety of accessories available for your Steel City Product For more information on any accessories associated with this and other machines please contact your nearest Steel City distributor or visit our website at www steelcitytoolworks com DEFINITION OF TERMS Blade drift A problem that may occur when the blade begins to wander off the cutting line Crosscutting Cutting across the grain of the work piece Guide Bearings Located on either side of the blade providing stability for blade while in operation Resaw The process of slicing stock to reduce its thickness Ripping Cutting lengthwise down the workpiece with the grain of the wood Set Refers to the way in which the saw teeth are ben tor positioned Tracking refers to the position of the saw blade on the wheels while the machine is running Thrust Bearing Located behind the saw blade pro viding support to the back of the blade when the saw isin op
40. trical shock DO NOT use this machine outdoors DO NOT expose to rain or moisture Store indoors ina dry area AWARNING STOP using this machine if at any time you experience difficulties in performing any operation Contact your supervisor instructor or machine service center immediately Safety decals are on this machine to warn and direct you to how to protect yourself or visitors from personal injury These decals MUST be maintained so that they are legible REPLACE decals that are not legible DO NOT leave the unit plugged into the electrical outlet Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing performing maintenance tasks or cleaning ALWAYS turn the power switch OFF before unplugging the bandsaw 9 DO NOT handle the plug or bandsaw with wet hands 10 USE accessories only recommended by Steel City 19 ADJUST all blade guides as specifided in the operating instructions 11 DO NOT pull the bandsaw by the power cord NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp 20 ADJUST the upper guide to a point about 1 4 edges hot surfaces oil or grease above the workpiece being cut 12 DO NOT unplug the bandsaw by pulling on the power 21 DO NOT cut work pieces that do not have a flat cord ALWAYS grasp the plug not the cord bottom without properly supporting the piece to maintain a stable position 13 REPLACE a damaged cord immediately DO NOT use a damaged co
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