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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings
and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures.
Write the product’s serial number in the back
of the manual near the assembly diagram (or
month and year of purchase if product has no
number). Keep this manual and the receipt in
a safe and dry place for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling, and
all other information provided with
this product:
This is the 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.
DANGER indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with
the safety alert
symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE is used to
address practices not
related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without the
safety alert symbol, is
used to address practices not
related to personal injury.
General Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings
and instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, re and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in work-1.
ing order.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND 2.
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it
on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered 3.
areas and benches invite accidents.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVI-4.
RONMENT. Don’t use power tools in
damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors 5.
should be kept safe distance from work
area.
MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with 6.
padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job 7.
better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or 8.
attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
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RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE
GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
(120 VOLT)
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(at full load)
0 – 618161614
6.1 – 1018161412
10.1 – 1216161412
12.1 – 161412Do not use.
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
25’50’100’150’
TABLE A
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 9.
Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. Table A
shows the correct size to use depending
on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear 10.
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear
is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep 14.
tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; 15.
when changing accessories, such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTION-16.
AL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
position before plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. 17.
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury
to persons.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious inju-18.
ry could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before 19.
further use of the tool, 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.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also 11.
use face or dust mask if cutting operation
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise 12.
to hold work when practical. It’s safer
than using your hand and it frees both
hands to operate tool.
DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper foot-13.
ing and balance at all times.
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DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into 20.
a blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-21.
TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t
leave tool until it comes to a complete
stop.
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Bandsaw Safety Warnings
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction 1.
Manual Before Operating Saw.
Wear eye protection.2.
Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces 3.
until blade has stopped.
Maintain proper adjustment of blade ten-4.
sion, blade guides, and thrust bearings.
Adjust upper guide to just clear work-5.
piece.
Hold workpiece rmly against table.6.
For safe operation, the upper blade 7.
guide, the blade tension, and the thrust
bearing must all be properly adjusted
before operation. Carefully follow the
ASSEMBLY instructions (starting on
page 9), and specically PHASE 8: Saw
Blade Installation (starting on page 19),
for an explanation of how to make the
needed adjustments.
The use of accessories or attachments 8.
not recommended by the manufacturer
may result in a risk of injury to persons.
When servicing use only identical re-9.
placement parts.
Only use safety equipment that has been 10.
approved by an appropriate standards
agency. Unapproved safety equipment
may not provide adequate protection.
Eye protection must be ANSI-approved
and breathing protection must be
NIOSH-approved for the specic hazards
in the work area.
The included motor wiring terminals 11.
are designed to reduce the risk of improper wiring; DO NOT MODIFY, REPLACE OR FORCE THE TERMINALS.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the 12.
tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to 13.
begin work before turning on the tool.
People with pacemakers should consult 14.
their physician(s) before use. Electro-
magnetic elds in close proximity to
heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
In addition, people with pacemakers
should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked
on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid
electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should also be implemented – it prevents sustained electrical
shock.
Some dust created by power sand-15.
ing, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities, contains 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
• Crystalline silica from bricks and ce-
ment or other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to lter out
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microscopic particles. (California Health
& Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
ngers, increasing the risk of vibration-
related injury.
WARNING: Handling the cord on this 16.
product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to
cause cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling. (California Health & Safety
Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
The warnings, precautions, and instruc-17.
tions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It must be
understood by the operator that common
sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be
supplied by the operator.
Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated
or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical
injury, particularly to the hands, arms and
shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
Anyone using vibrating tools regularly 1.
or for an extended period should rst
be examined by a doctor and then have
regular medical check-ups to ensure
medical problems are not being caused
or worsened from use. Pregnant women
or people who have impaired blood circulation to the hand, past hand injuries,
nervous system disorders, diabetes, or
Raynaud’s Disease should not use this
tool. If you feel any medical or physical
symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue
ngers), seek medical advice as soon as
possible.
Do not smoke during use. Nicotine re-2.
duces the blood supply to the hands and
Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibra-3.
tion effects on the user.
Use tools with the lowest vibration when 4.
there is a choice between different processes.
Include vibration-free periods each day 5.
of work.
To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as 6.
explained in this manual. If any abnormal vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT
GROUNDING WIRE
CONNECTION
READ AND FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS:
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three
Prong Plugs
In the event of a malfunction or break-1.
down, 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. The plug must be
plugged into a matching outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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Do not modify the plug provided – if it will 2.
not t the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
The outlet must be properly installed and 8.
grounded in accordance with all codes
and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-3.
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 qualied electrician or ser-4.
vice personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or
if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that 5.
have 3-prong grounding plugs and
3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s
plug.
Do not use an adapter to connect this 9.
tool to a different outlet.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord 6.
immediately.
7. This tool is intended for use on a circuit
that has an outlet that looks like the one
illustrated above in 125 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated
above in 125 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Hardware Bag Contents
Weight160 lb. (Model 32206)
180 lb. (Model 32208)
Blade Speeds3000 FPM (Model 32206)
600, 1140, 1670, 2670 FPM
(Model 32208)
Motor1 HP / Single Phase
Electrical Requirements 110 V~ / 9 A
Cutting Capacity6”
Blade Width Range1/8” to 3/4”
Table DimensionsApprox. 14” x 14”
Table Tilt45° Right / 15° Left
Dust Collector
Accessory
Dust Chute Attachment Only
(Dust Bag Not Provided)
Optional Accessories
Riser Block Kit - Item 09645
Rip Fence - Item 45907
Note: Availability of these accessories may
vary. Contact Harbor Freight Tools at
the number at the bottom of this page for
availability information.
UNPACKING
Note: Hardware sizes illustrated below are
offered only as a guide and are approximate.
Letters given below are for assembly
purposes only. Part numbers on the
parts lists at the end of this manual
should be used for ordering parts.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
M
HJKL
N
When unpacking, check to make sure
all parts shown on the Parts Lists are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown
on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
Some parts are shipped with a rust preventing coating. Clean this coating off before
assembly and use.
O
P
Q
LetterDescriptionPhaseQ’ty
AM8 x 80 Table Stop Bolt51
BM8 x 40 Bolt34
CM8 x 30 Bolt52
DM8 x 25 Bolt44
EM8 x 16 Carriage Bolt124
FM6 x 12 Bolt61
GM5 x 15 Pan Head Bolt64
HM8 Washer1,2,3,444
1. Assemble the Mounting Plate (1A) to the
four square holes at the top of the Front
Panel (3A) assembly as shown above.
The Mounting Plate must be turned as
shown above, with the hole away from
the Front Panel.
FIGURE FOR STEP 1-2
8A
1A
2A
3A
Note: During this phase, nger tighten all
Nuts to allow adjustment and leveling.
All connections in this phase are made
with one Carriage Bolt (E) going through
the connection from the outside then being secured with a Washer (H) and Nut
(K).
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2. Assemble the Rear Panel (2A) to the
Mounting Plate (1A) in the same way.
The Stand should look like the illustration
above.
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FIGURE FOR STEP 1-3
7A
2A
3A
7A
3. Attach the two Horizontal Braces (7A)
inside the anges on the Front and Rear
Panels (3A, 2A).
FIGURE FOR STEP 1-5
10A
9A
5. Attach the Motor Plate (10A) to the Motor
Plate Bracket (9A). Connect the end that
is folded back on itself.
FIGURE FOR STEP 1-6
FIGURE FOR STEP 1-4
8A
1A
9A
4. Attach the Motor Plate Bracket (9A)
to the front of the Mounting Plate (1A)
with the raised section of it towards the
center. The Motor Plate Bracket (9A)
should be near the Switch Cover (13A)
as shown above.
Attach the Brace (8A) under the Mounting Plate (1A) toward the rear as shown.
7A
10A
13A
6. Attach the other end of the Motor Plate
(10A) to the Horizontal Brace (7A).
Make sure the stand rests square on the 7.
oor and that the Mounting Plate (1A)
is level. Then, wrench tighten all Nuts
from phase 1 securely.
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1. Press a Foot Bracket (Q) over each
corner of the Front and Rear Panels (3A,
2A). One of the holes in the Bracket
should line up with the hole in the corner
of the Panel as shown.
Q’ty
(for this phase)
B
HJK
Required Hardware
LetterDescription
BM8 x 40 Bolt4
HM8 Washer8
JM8 Lock Washer4
KM8 Nut4
FIGURE FOR STEP 3-1
PART 1A
STAND
MOUNTING
SLOTS
BELT
CUTOUT
Q’ty
(for this phase)
FIGURE FOR STEP 2-2
Q
3A
2. Insert a Foot Assembly (O) through each
Foot Bracket (Q) and Panel (3A, 2A).
Secure with Washer (H) and Nut (K).
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1. Align the Saw Body with the Stand before lifting it. The Pulley(s) need to align
over the belt cutout and the four bolt
holes must line up with the stand mounting slots, as shown above.
O
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FIGURE FOR STEP 3-2(32208 shown)
PHASE 4: Motor to Stand Assembly
SAW
BODY
1A
2. With at least one assistant, set the Bandsaw Body on the Stand. Make sure
that the holes in the Body line up with
the slots in the stand and that the pulley
lines up over the belt cutout as shown
above.
Insert the four Bolts (B) through one 3.
Washer (H) each and into the holes in
the Saw Body from the top.
Attach each Bolt (B) using a Washer 4.
(H), Lock Washer (J), and Nut (K).
Leave the hardware only nger tight.
Measure to verify that the saw body is 5.
properly aligned to the stand. Make
needed adjustments, then wrench tighten the hardware.
D
HJK
Required Hardware
LetterDescription
DM8 x 25 Bolt4
HM8 Washer8
JM8 Lock Washer4
KM8 Nut4
Pulley Mounting
Remove the tape securing the key to 1.
the shaft of the Motor (11A). Set the key
aside.
Note: The 32208, 4-Speed Bandsaw, uses
a different pulley arrangement than the
32206, Single-Speed Bandsaw. The
illustrations in this manual show the
4-Speed Bandsaw (32208).
FIGURE FOR STEP 4-2For SKU 32208 only
~0.3”
GN
2. (Step for 32208 only.) The key for this
saw’s Motor shaft will need to be offset
by about 0.3” from the end of the shaft to
allow the Set Screw to function properly.
To assist in this, thread a M5 Nut (N) all
the way onto a M5 x 15 Pan Head Bolt
(G) for temporary use as a depth gauge.
Q’ty
(for this phase)
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FIGURE FOR STEP 4-3
3. Slide the Pulley (1C/3D) over the end of
the Motor (11A) shaft, larger end rst.
Line up the key slots in both the Pulley
and the shaft. Slide the key into the key
slots. Align the end of the Pulley, key,
and shaft with one another. The Pulley
will need to be held in position for now.
FIGURE FOR STEP 4-4For SKU 32208 only
(Cutaway view.)
Pulley to secure it to the shaft. The Pulley no longer needs to be held in place.
Motor Mounting
Have an assistant hold the Motor (11A) 6.
in place while it is attached to the Motor
Plate (10A).
FIGURE FOR STEP 4-7 (32208 shown)
PULLEYS
SHOULD
LINE UP.
10A
11A
DEPTH
GAUGE
KEY
PULLEY
SHAFT
PULLEY
SET SCREW
4. (Step for 32208 only.) Hold the Pulley
in place and insert the depth gauge you
made in step 4-2 (Bolt (G) and Nut (N))
into the key slot, pushing the key into
position. The depth gauge can now be
disassembled and placed with the other
hardware.
7. There are two sets of slots on the Motor Plate (10A). Line the Motor Pulley
(1C/3D) up with the Pulley (23B/1D)
above it.
Insert a Bolt (D) and Washer (H) through 8.
each hole from one side, and secure the
Bolt with a Washer (H), Lock Washer (J),
and Nut (K). Leave the Nuts snug, but
do not tighten them completely yet.
Remove the nylon cable tie that secured 9.
the Power Cord (14A) during shipment.
While holding the Pulley in place, tighten 5.
the Set Screw (3C/10D) in the side of the
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Motor Wiring
TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH:
Unplug power cord before
opening Switch Cover (13A).
FIGURE FOR STEP 4-10
REMOVE
THESE
BOLTS.
10. After the power cord is unplugged, remove the Bolts (28A) from above and
below the Switch (12A) to release the
Switch Cover (13A). Inside the stand,
move the Switch Cover slightly to the
side to allow access.
Insert the motor cord through the hole in 11.
the side of the Switch Cover (13A).
FIGURE FOR STEP 4-12
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
MOTOR TERMINAL
ground wire). Connect the wires from
the motor underneath the wires of the
same color, black with black, white with
white, and green with green. (The green
wire is attached to the screw to the right
of the Switch (12A).)
13. WARNING! TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE
AND DEATH:
It is critical that the GREEN
wire is attached to the
terminal OUTSIDE the
switch box and that ONLY
the GREEN wire is attached
outside the switch box. The
included terminals are designed to
reduce the risk of improper wiring;
DO NOT MODIFY, REPLACE OR
FORCE THE TERMINALS.
If you have any doubt about your ability to connect the motor wires safely
and securely, have a certied electrician connect the wiring.
After the wiring is properly connected, 14.
carefully hold the Switch Cover (13A) in
place and secure in place with the Bolts
(28A).
POWER
CORD
BLACK (HOT)
MOTOR TERMINAL
MOTOR
CORD
12. The power cord wires are already connected at the top connections (black
“hot“ wire, white “neutral” wire, and green
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GREEN
(GROUND)
MOTOR
TERMINAL
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PHASE 5: Table Assembly
A
C
Required Hardware
LetterDescription
AM8 x 80 Table Stop Bolt1
CM8 x 30 Bolt2
JM8 Lock Washer2
KM8 Nut1
JK
(for this phase)
FIGURE FOR STEP 5-4
31B
34B
Q’ty
FIGURE FOR STEPS 5-1 TO 5-3
TABLE STOP
BOLT (A) HOLE
ATTACH THROUGH
THESE HOLES
WITH BOLTS (C)
34B
1. Set the Table Bracket (34B) onto the saw
body as shown above. Note that the
Table Stop bolt hole is on the side with
the Pulleys. The saw body has alignment pins pre-installed to align the Table
Bracket properly.
4. Attach the Lower Guide Support (31B)
to the saw body near the Table Bracket
(34B). Secure in place with two Bolts
(62B) and Washers (75B) as shown
above. The hardware for this step is
packaged separately from the hardware
bag.
FIGURE FOR STEP 5-5
(Part 31B not shown below.)
TABLE (36B)
ASSEMBLY
39B39B
34B
67B67B
Secure the Table Bracket to the Saw 2.
Body using Bolts (C) and Lock Washers (J) through the holes noted above.
Tighten securely in place.
Thread the Nut (K) onto the Table Stop 3.
Bolt (A). Install the Table Stop Bolt into
the hole noted in the gure above.
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5. Locate the Table (36B) assembly. Note
that there are two Bolts (67B) extending out from the bottom of the Trunnions
(39B). Insert those two Bolts through
the holes in the Table Bracket (34B) as
shown above. Secure the Bolts in place
using Knobs (15B).
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PHASE 6: Pulley Cover Assembly
and Belt Installation
M
F
L
P
G
N
Belt Installation
Slide the Motor up towards the top of its 4.
rail to allow easy belt installation.
(Step for 32206 only.) Slide the V-Belt 5.
(2C) over the Motor Pulley (1C) and up
over the Belt Pulley (23B).
Pulley (1D) should ONLY
be used to drive the Belt Pulley (23B, not shown), and
should not be used to change
speeds.
2
3
4
6. (Step for 32208 only.) Using the chart
above, choose which speed you would
like the blade to operate at initially. Slide
the V-Belt (5D) onto the desired Motor
Pulley (3D) position. Then slide the Belt
up over the Middle Pulley (1D) in the
same position.
1
1
1. Set the Pulley Cover (17A) over the Belt
Pulley (23B) as shown above, with the
door opening to the outside. Insert a
Pan Head Bolt (G) through a Washer (M)
and into each of the four holes. Secure
the Bolts from underneath using one
Washer (M) and Nut (N) each.
Secure the Pulley Cover Knob (P) to the 2.
door using Bolt (F) and Washer (L) from
the other side. Do not overtighten.
Close the Pulley Cover door temporarily 3.
to make sure it closes completely and
securely.
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To set the V-Belt (2C/5D) tension, have 7.
an assistant pull down on the Motor
(11A) and hold it in place to put tension
on the Belt. Then test the belt’s tension
by gently pushing in on it in between pul-
leys. If it only deects about 1/2” to 3/4”
from straight, then the belt is properly
tensioned at that motor position. While
the assistant holds the motor at that position, secure the motor in place with the
previously loose Bolts (D) and Nuts (K).
After tightening, verify that the Motor 8.
(11A) and Motor Pulley (1C/3D) are both
still properly aligned with the rest of the
machine and adjust as needed.
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Side Panel Installation
FIGURE FOR STEP 6-9
39A
40A
9. Insert the Screws (40A) into the Relief
Stops (39A) from the at side as shown
above.
FIGURE FOR STEP 6-10
FIGURE FOR STEP 6-9
38A
38A
39A
10. Attach the Relief Stops (39A) to the
textured side of the Side Panel (38A)
by screwing the Screws (40A) into the
mounting holes on the Side Panel. Leave
the Screws just loose enough to allow
the Relief Stops to turn.
Position the Relief Stops (39A) so that 11.
the Stops (39A) point towards the center
of the Side Panel (38A).
12. While holding the Side Panel (38A)
by the two nger holes, place it inside
the side of the Stand as shown above.
Rotate the Relief Stops (39A) out and
tighten the Screws (40A) to secure the
Side Panel in place. Repeat for the
other Side Panel.
PHASE 7: Upper Guide and Post
Cover Assembly
FIGURE FOR STEP 7-1
26B
27B
59B
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1. Assemble the Blade Guard (26B) to the
Upper Guide Support (27B) as shown
above using the two Bolts (59B) already
installed in the Support.
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FIGURE FOR STEP 7-2
14B25B
24B
FIGURE FOR STEP 7-5 TO 7-7
83B
26B
61B
27B
2. Loosen the Bolt (61B) on the side of the
Upper Guide Support (27B). Slide the
Blade Guard (26B) up into the Upper
Pulley Guard (14B) and then the Upper
Guide Support (27B) onto the end of
the Guide Post (24B). Align the Upper
Guide Support (27B) and tighten the Bolt
(61B) to secure it.
Remove the Bolt (86B), Nut (85B), and 3.
Washer (87B) from the Guide Post Cover
(83B).
Hold the Upper Guide Support (27B) 4.
while you remove the Knob (25B). Gently lower the Upper Guide Support.
86B
25B
5. Hold the Guide Post Cover (83B) against
the Upper Frame Arm (1B) as shown
above. Thread the Knob (25B) back into
the Upper Frame Arm (1B) through the
hole.
Thread the Nut (85B), then the Washer 6.
(87B) onto the Bolt (86B), then thread
the Bolt into the Upper Frame Arm (1B)
as shown. Tighten the Nut (85B) against
the Guide Post Cover (83B) to secure it
in place.
Align the Guide Post (24B) if needed and 7.
secure in place with the Knob (25B).
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PHASE 8: Saw Blade Installation
TO PREVENT INJURY
FROM SHARP BLADE:
Wear heavy duty work gloves
and ANSI-approved safety
goggles during assembly,
especially when handling blade.
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-1
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-3
5B
3. Turn the Blade Tension Knob (5B) counterclockwise about 5-10 full turns.
15B
1. Remove the four Knobs (15B) from the
Upper and Lower Pulley Guards (14B,
21B). Remove and set aside the Pulley
Guards.
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-2
TABLE INSERT (37B)
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-4
TEETH POINT
DOWNWARD
AS BELOW
INSERT SAW
BLADE HERE,
BACK FIRST
4. With both hands, hold the Saw Blade
with its teeth pointing downward and
away from your body. Then, insert the
Saw Blade (20B) back side rst through
the slot in the Table (36B).
TABLE PIN (38B)
2. Remove the Table Insert (37B) and Table
Pin (38B).
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FIGURE FOR STEP 8-5
5. Position the Saw Blade (20B) through
the upper Blade Guides (29B) and over
the Upper Pulley (16B).
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-6
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-8
12B
13B
12B
8. Place the Column Blade Guard (13B)
onto the two Studs (12B) and over the
Saw Blade (20B) as shown above.
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-9
6. Place the Saw Blade (20B) on the Lower
Pulley (19B) and through the lower Blade
Guides (32B).
Replace the Table Insert (37B) and Table 7.
Pin (38B).
22B70B
21B
9. Dust Chute Setup (Optional)
If you will attach a dust collector to this
bandsaw, attach the Dust Chute (22B) to
the Lower Pulley Guard (21B) using the
Bolts (70B) as shown above.
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Saw Blade Tensioning and Tracking
FIGURE FOR STEPS 8-10 TO 8-13
5B
ADJUST
7B
ADJUST
TENSION
OF BLADE
TO SCALE
3
4
3
8
1
8
1
2
1
4
TENSION
OF BLADE
TO SCALE
3
4
3
8
1
8
1
2
1
4
10. The Saw Blade (20) tension is adjusted
using the Blade Tension Knob (5B) on
the back of the Fixed Pulley Guard (11B).
Turn the Knob clockwise to increase tension and counterclockwise to decrease
tension.
There is a scale on the Blade Tension 11.
Slider (4B), shown above. Turn the
Blade Tension Knob (5B) clockwise until
the top of the Nut (54B) aligns with the
scale marking that corresponds with the
width of the blade. For example, the
included blade is 3/8” wide, so you would
adjust the blade until the top of the Nut
aligns with the 3/8 marking on the scale
for that blade.
WARNING! To prevent serious injury; 14.
adjust blade tracking only with the
unit off and power cord unplugged.
Slowly turn the Upper and Lower Pulleys
(16B, 19B) clockwise by hand and watch
the Saw Blade to see whether it travels
in the center of the Upper Pulley or not.
If not, adjust the tracking as follows:
If the Saw Blade begins to creep to-•
ward the front edge of the Upper Pulley
(16B), turn the Blade Tracking Knob
(7B) clockwise 1/4 turn to draw the
Saw Blade toward the back of the Upper Pulley.
If the Saw Blade begins to creep to-•
ward the back edge of the Upper Pulley
(16B), turn the Blade Tracking Knob
(7B) counterclockwise 1/4 turn to draw
the Saw Blade toward the front of the
Upper Pulley.
If any tracking adjustments were made, 15.
repeat step 13 until the Blade stays centered on the Upper Pulley for at least 5
turns or so.
Tighten the Nut (51B) on the Shaft of the 16.
Blade Tracking Knob (51B) after adjustment.
Note: Too much tension is a common cause
of Saw Blade breakage and other unsatisfactory performance. Relieve the
tension when the Bandsaw is not in use.
Adjust the Upper and Lower Guide 12.
Supports (27B, 31B) so that they do not
contact the blade during tracking adjustment.
Loosen the Nut (51B) on the shaft of the 13.
Blade Tracking Knob (7B).
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Guide and Bearing Adjustment
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-22
Only adjust guides and bearings after 17.
blade tension and tracking is properly
adjusted.
FIGURE FOR STEPS 8-18 TO 8-21
61B
62B
SAW
BLADE
(20B)
GUIDE AND
BLADE
ALIGNMENT
GUIDE
73B
72B
18. Loosen the Bolt (61B) and make sure
that the Upper Guide Support (27B) itself
is aligned with the Saw Blade (20B).
Loosen the Thumb Bolt (73B) on the side 19.
of the Upper Guide Support (27B) and
adjust the Blade Guides’ (29B) positions
so that they line up with the at portion
of the Saw Blade (20B) without reaching
the serrated edge; see Guide and Blade
Alignment, above right. Tighten the
Thumb Bolt after adjustment.
31B
62B
23. Loosen the Bolts (62B) on the side of the
Lower Guide Support (31B) and adjust
the Blade Guides’ (32B) positions so
that they line up with the at portion of
the Saw Blade (20B) without reaching
the serrated edge; see Guide and Blade
Alignment diagram above step 18. Tighten the Bolts (62B) after adjustment.
Pivot the Table (36B) backward as far as 24.
possible.
Loosen the two Thumb Bolts (72B) and 20.
move the upper Blade Guides (29B) as
close as possible to the side of the Saw
Blade without touching it. Then, tighten
the Thumb Bolts.
Loosen the Bolt (62B) and adjust the 21.
Bearing (47B) to 1/64” (0.4mm) behind
the Saw Blade. Then, tighten the Bolt.
Loosen the Knobs (15B) under the Table 22.
(36B) and pivot the Table forward as far
as possible.
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FIGURE FOR STEPS 8-25 TO 8-26
ADJUSTMENT
THUMB BOLT
BLADE GUIDE
ADJUSTMENT
THUMB BOLT
(44B)
BEARING
(44B)
Replace the Upper and Lower Pulley 28.
Guards (14B, 21B), and secure them
with the four Knobs (15B).
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-29
25. Loosen the two blade guide adjustment
Thumb Bolts (44B) and move the lower
Blade Guides (32B) as close as possible to the side of the Saw Blade without
touching it. Then, tighten the Thumb
Bolts.
Loosen the bearing adjustment Thumb 26.
Bolt (44B) and adjust the Bearing (47B)
to 1/64” (0.4mm) behind the Saw Blade.
Then, tighten the Thumb Bolt.
Return the Table (36B) to its normal posi-27.
tion and secure with the Knobs (15B)
15B84B
29. If a Dust Chute (22B) was not installed
to the Lower Pulley Guard (21B), install
the Lower Guide Cover (84B) onto the
Stud (12B) under the table as you install
the Knobs, see above. Adjust the Cover
over the Guide assembly and secure the
Cover in place with the Knob.
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SETTINGS
Table Angle Adjustment
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the
tool to its “OFF” position and
unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before making
any adjustments to the tool.
Blade Guide Adjustment
FRONT SIDE
BACK SIDE
1. Loosen the Knob (25B) and set the Upper Guide Support (27B) as close as
possible to the top surface of the material being cut.
Then, securely tighten the Knob (25B).2.
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1. Loosen the two Knobs (15B) underneath
the Table (36B).
Tilt the Table (36B) to the left or right until 2.
the Needle points to the desired angle on
the Scale (40B). Then, securely tighten
both Knobs (15B).
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Blade Speed Adjustment
- for SKU 32208 only
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the
tool to its “OFF” position and
unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before making
any adjustments to the tool.
Remove the Side Panel (38A) and open 1.
the Pulley Cover (17A) to allow access.
Do not force the material into the Saw 6.
Blade. Light contact with the Saw Blade
will permit easier following of the line and
prevent undue friction, heating and workhardening of the Saw Blade at its back
edge.
Keep the Saw Blade sharp for easier 7.
forward pressure when cutting.
Move the material slowly and steadily 8.
against the Saw Blade.
Avoid twisting the Saw Blade when at-9.
tempting to turn sharp corners. Remember to saw around corners.
Use the 2. Belt Installation instructions on
page 16 to change the Belt’s position to
the desired speed setting.
Replace the Side Panel and close the 3.
Pulley Case after changing the speed
setting.
OPERATION
Before starting the Bandsaw make sure 1.
all adjustments are properly made and
all of the guards are in place.
Before turning on the power2. , make
sure that nothing is obstructing the
blade.
Keep the Upper Guide Support (27B) 3.
down as close to the material being cut
as possible.
When cutting curves, turn the material 10.
carefully so that the Saw Blade can follow the line without being twisted.
If a curve is so abrupt that it is neces-11.
sary to repeatedly back up and cut a new
kerf, a more narrow Saw Blade should
be used.
After use, turn off bandsaw, remove 12.
switch key, unplug the power cord and
allow the bandsaw to cool.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE:13.
Do not allow sawdust to accumulate
inside the bandsaw.
After every use, when the bandsaw is
cool, clean out the sawdust:
When turning on the Bandsaw, allow the 4.
machine to reach its full speed before
cutting the material.
5. WARNING: TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY AND
AMPUTATION:
Keep hands out of cut line
of blade at all times.
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Remove the Lower Pulley Guard (21B).b.
Clean the sawdust out with a brush or c.
vacuum.
Reassemble - replace the Lower Guide d.
Cover (84B) when reassembling if the
Dust Chute (22B) is not installed.
A dust collector may reduce the need e.
for this cleaning if used.
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MAINTENANCE AND
Troubleshooting
SERVICING
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the
tool to its “OFF” position and
unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before making
any adjustments to the tool.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY
FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment.
If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem
corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and
Lubrication
BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect the gen-
eral condition of the tool. Check for
loose screws, misalignment or binding of
moving parts, cracked or broken parts,
damaged electrical wiring, and any other
condition that may affect its safe operation.
Do not introduce water into the elec-2.
tric motor through the motor vents.
Do not use solvents to wipe off the 3.
Bandsaw, as damage may result.
With a brush or soft cloth, remove all the 4.
sawdust from the Bandsaw.
Motor will not start:1.
Band Saw is not plugged in.a.
Household circuit has blown fuse or b.
open circuit breaker.
Power cord is damaged. Replace.c.
Switch is not in “on” position.d.
Motor requires service.e.
Band Saw blade does not move al-2.
though motor is running:
Blade tension knob is not tight. Turn a.
motor off. Tighten knob. Restart band
saw.
Blade has slipped off pulley wheel. b.
Open cover housing and check.
Blade is broken. Replace blade.c.
Blade will not cut or cuts slowly3. :
Teeth have been dulled by contact with a.
hardened steel or long usage. Replace
blade.
Use higher speed setting.b.
Blade mounted backwards.c.
Sawdust in motor housing4. :
Use vacuum cleaner nozzle on air in-a.
take and exhaust grills.
Keep workplace cleaner. Clean up ex-b.
cess sawdust frequently.
Unable to get blade to track in driver 5.
of wheel:
Back bearing not properly adjusted.a.
If necessary, wipe with a damp cloth. 5.
You may use a mild detergent.
Once clean, lubricate all moving parts 6.
with a light oil.
When storing, keep the Bandsaw cov-7.
ered with a cloth cover.
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Tension Wheel not properly adjusted.b.
Bad blade. Replace blade.c.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS
MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE
IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO
REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR
EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN
BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES
ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR
REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown on the following pages for illustration
purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts.
A22Nut3/16” x 242
A23NutM54
A24NutM832
A25Carriage BoltM8 x 1624
A26Hex Head BoltM6 x 121
A27Hex Head BoltM8 x 258
A28Pan Head Bolt3/16” x 1/2”6
A29Pan Head BoltM5 x 124
A30Flat WasherM5 x Ø108
A31Flat WasherM6 x Ø161
A32Flat WasherM8 x Ø1836
A33Lock WasherM84
A34Star WasherM56
A35Switch Plate1
A38Side Panel2
A39Relief Stop12
A40ST ScrewM3.5 x 1212
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Assembly Diagram A - Stand
Note: When ordering parts from Assembly Diagram A, include the sufx “A” after the part number.
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B43Flat WasherM5 x Ø61
B44Thumb ScrewM6 x 123
B47Bearing6200zz2
B48Bearing6203z2
B49Bearing6204z2
B50Key5 x 5 x 202
B51NutM86
B52NutM12 x 1.251
B53NutM161
B54Square NutM101
B55Spring PinØ3 x 81
B56Retaining RingR352
B57Retaining RingS102
B58Retaining RingS201
B59BoltM6 x 102
B60Lock BoltM6 x 126
B61BoltM6 x 162
B62BoltM6 x 202
B63BoltM8 x 20 (LH)1
B64BoltM8 x 302
B65BoltM8 x 404
B66BoltM8 x 801
B67BoltM10 x 502
B68BoltM16 x 551
B69Pan Head Lock BoltM5 x 63
B70Pan Head Lock BoltM6 x 82
B71Set ScrewM6 x 101
B72Thumb BoltM6 x 122
B73Thumb BoltM6 x 161
B74WasherM6 x Ø132
B75WasherM6 x Ø162
B76WasherM8 x Ø188
B77WasherM8 x Ø301
B78WasherM16 x Ø402
B79Lock WasherM86
B80Pan Head BoltM5 x 101
B83Guide Post Cover1
B84Lower Guide Cover1
B85NutM101
B86BoltM10 x 201
B87WasherM10 x Ø201
B88Miter Gauge Ass’y1
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Assembly Diagram B - Saw Body
Note: When ordering parts from Assembly Diagram B, include the sufx “B” after the part
number.
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Assembly Diagram and Parts List C -
Single Speed Pulley (32206)
Assembly Diagram and Parts List D -
Four Speed Pulleys (32208)
Note: When ordering parts from Assembly
Diagram C, include the sufx “C” after
the part number.
PartDescriptionSizeQ’ty
C1Motor Pulley1
C2V-BeltA551
C3Set ScrewM6 x 101
C4Key5 x 5 x 201
D10Set ScrewM6 x 101
D11WasherM16 x Ø402
D12Key5 x 5 x 40
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90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and
durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects
in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty
does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents,
repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear
and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We 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 product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty is expressly
in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and
tness.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation
charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany
the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we will either repair or replace the product
at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly
provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we
determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our
warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353
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