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 lit.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors 5.
should be kept a 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.
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
gauge. The smaller the gauge 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.
or 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 FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Be-19.
fore use check carefully for damaged
part. 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.
DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into 20.
a blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.
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.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-21.
TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t
leave tool until it comes to a complete
stop.
Bandsaw Safety Warnings
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction 1.
Manual Before Operating Saw.
Wear ANSI-approved 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, and specically
PHASE 8: Saw Blade Installation,
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
microscopic particles. (California Health
& Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
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.
mal vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
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
ngers, increasing the risk of vibration-
related injury.
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 abnor-
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.
Do not modify the plug provided – if it will 2.
not t the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
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.
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.
The outlet must be properly installed and 8.
grounded in accordance with all codes
and ordinances.
Do not use an adapter to connect this 9.
tool to a different outlet.
Electrical Requirements 120 V ~ 60Hz
Amperage8.2 A, no load
Motor1 HP / Single Phase
Blade Speeds600, 1140, 1670, 2670 FPM
Blade6TPI 93-1/2” x 0.019” x 3/8”
Cutting Capacity6”
Blade Width Range1/8” to 3/4”
Table DimensionsApprox. 14” x 14”
Table Tilt45° Right / 15° Left
Dust Collector
Accessory
Weight180 lb.
Dust Chute Attachment Only
(Dust Bag Not Provided)
Optional Accessories
Riser Block Kit
Note: Availability of these accessories may
vary. Contact Harbor Freight Tools at
the number at the bottom of this page for
availability information.
UNPACKING
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 pre-
venting coating. Clean this coating off before
assembly and use.
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
O
P
Q
LetterDescriptionPhaseQty
AM8 x 80 Table Stop Bolt51
BM8 x 40 Bolt24
CM8 x 30 Bolt52
DM8 x 25 Bolt34
EM8 x 16 Carriage Bolt124
FM6 x 12 Bolt61
GM5 x 15 Pan Head Bolt64
HM8 Washer1,2,344
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 Belt Cutout hole
away from the Front Panel.
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).
FIGURE FOR STEP 1-2
8A
1A
2A
3A
2. Assemble the Rear Panel (2A) to the
Mounting Plate (1A) in the same way.
The Stand should look like the illustration
above (Figure 1-2).
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
above (Figure 1-4).
13A
5. 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.
FIGURE FOR STEP 1-6
Q
O
3A
6. Insert a Foot Assembly (O) through each
Foot Bracket (Q) and Panel (3A, 2A).
Secure with Washer (H) and Nut (K).
7. Attach the Motor Plate (10A) to the Motor
Plate Bracket (9A). Connect the end that
is folded back on itself.
FIGURE FOR STEP 1-8
7A
10A
B
HJK
Required Hardware
LetterDescription
BM8 x 40 Bolt4
HM8 Washer8
JM8 Lock Washer4
KM8 Nut4
FIGURE FOR STEP 2-1Top View
PART 1A
STAND
MOUNTING
SLOTS
CUTOUT
Qty
(for this phase)
BELT
8. Attach the other end of the Motor Plate
(10A) to the Horizontal Brace (7A).
Make sure the stand rests square on the 9.
oor and that the Mounting Plate (1A)
is level. Then, wrench tighten all Nuts
from phase 1 securely.
1. Orient 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.
2. With at least one assistant, lower the
Bandsaw Body down on the Stand.
Make sure that the holes in the Body line
up with the slots in the stand (See Figure
2-1), 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.
Pulley Mounting
Remove the tape securing the key to 1.
the shaft of the Motor (11A). Set the key
aside.
FIGURE FOR STEP 3-2
~0.3”
GN
2. 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.
FIGURE FOR STEP 3-3
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.
PHASE 3: Motor to Stand Assembly
D
Required Hardware
LetterDescription
DM8 x 25 Bolt4
HM8 Washer8
JM8 Lock Washer4
KM8 Nut4
HJK
Qty
(for this phase)
3. Slide the Pulley (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.
4. 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.
While holding the Pulley in place, tighten 5.
the Set Screw (10D) in the side of the
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).
11A
7. There are two sets of slots on the Motor
Plate (10A). Line the Motor Pulley (3D)
up with the Pulley (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.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH:
Unplug power cord before
opening Switch Cover (13A).
FIGURE FOR STEP 4-1
REMOVE
THESE
BOLTS.
1. 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 2.
the side of the Switch Cover (13A).
FIGURE FOR STEP 4-3
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).)
4. WARNING! TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE
AND DEATH:
It is critical that the GREEN
ground 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, 5.
carefully hold the Switch Cover (13A) in
place and secure in place with the Bolts
(28A).
POWER
CORD
BLACK (HOT)
MOTOR TERMINAL
MOTOR
CORD
3. The power cord wires are already connected at the top connections (black
“hot“ wire, white “neutral” wire, and green
4. Attach the Lower Support Bracket (112B)
to the saw body near the Table Bracket
(132B). Secure in place with two Bolts
(119B) and Washers (120B) as shown
above. The hardware for this step is
packaged separately from the hardware
bag.
FIGURE FOR STEP 5-5
TABLE (36B)
ASSEMBLY
1. Set the Table Bracket (132B) 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.
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.
127B127B
132B
128B128B
5. Locate the Table Bracket (132B). Note
that there are two Bolts (128B) extending out from the bottom of the Trunnions
(127B). Insert those two Bolts through
the holes in the Table Bracket (132B) as
shown above. Secure the Bolts in place
using Knobs (131B).
Slide the Motor up towards the top of its 4.
rail to allow easy belt installation.
FIGURE FOR STEP 6-6
Pulley Speed Settings
Position1234
Output
FPM
600114016702670
4
1D
Note: The unnumbered inner-
most position on the Middle
3D
Pulley (1D) should ONLY
be used to drive the Belt Pulley (86B, not shown), and
should not be used to change
speeds.
4
5. 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
2
3
1
2
3
1. Set the Pulley Cover (17A) over the Pulley (86B) 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.
To set the V-Belt (5D) tension, have an 6.
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 pulleys.
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 loosened Bolts (D) and Nuts (K).
After tightening, verify that both pulleys 7.
are still aligned.
8. Insert the Screws (40A) into the Relief
Stops (39A) from the smooth side as
shown above.
FIGURE FOR STEP 6-10
FIGURE FOR STEP 6-9
38A
38A
39A
9. 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. Do not overtighten - use a screwdriver when tightening.
Position the Relief Stops (39A) so that 10.
the Stops (39A) point towards the center
of the Side Panel (38A).
11. 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
24B
10B
26B
1. Assemble the Upper Blade Guard (24B)
to the Upper Support Bracket Post (10B)
as shown above using the two Hex Head
Bolts (26B) and Flat Washers (25B).
2. Loosen the Hex Head Bolt (11B) on
the side of the Upper Support Bracket
Post (10B). Slide the Upper Blade
Guard (24B) up into the Upper Covers
(57B/66B) and then the Upper Support
Bracket Post (10B) onto the end of the
Guide Post (5B). Align the Upper Support Bracket Post (10B) and tighten the
Bolt (11B) to secure it.
5B
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
66B
94B
1. Fully open the Upper Front Cover (66B)
and the Lower Front Cover (94B) .
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-2
TABLE INSERT (123B)
TABLE PIN (125B)
2. Remove the Table Insert (123B) and
Table Pin (125B).
8. Place the Saw Blade Guard (61B) onto
the two Studs (60B/95B) and over the
Saw Blade (56B). Secure in place using
the two Gaskets (62B/96B) and Tapping
Screws (63B/97B).
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-9
BOLTS
110B
94B
42B
ADJUST
TENSION
OF BLADE
TO SCALE
48B
3
1
4
2
3
1
8
1
4
8
10. The Saw Blade (56B) tension is adjusted
using the Micro Adjusting Knob (42B) on
the back of the Upper Back Cover (57B).
Turn the Knob clockwise to increase tension and counterclockwise to decrease
tension.
There is a scale on the Blade Tension 11.
Slider (41B), shown above. Turn the
Micro Adjusting Knob (42B) clockwise
until the top of the Nut (44B) 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.
9. Dust Chute Setup (Optional)
If you will attach a dust collector to this
bandsaw, attach the Dust Chute (110B)
to the Lower Front Cover (94B) using the
Bolts (111B) as shown above.
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 Sup-12.
ports (19B, 117B) so that they do not
contact the blade during tracking adjustment.
Loosen the Nut (47B) on the shaft of the 13.
Blade Tracking Knob (48B).
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
(51B, 90B) 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
(51B), turn the Blade Tracking Knob
(48B) 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
(51B), turn the Blade Tracking Knob
(48B) 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 14 until the Blade stays centered on the Upper Pulley for at least 5
turns or so.
Tighten the Nut (47B) on the Shaft of the 16.
Blade Tracking Knob (48B) after adjustment.
Guide and Bearing Adjustment
Only adjust guides and bearings after 17.
blade tension and tracking is properly
adjusted.
FIGURE FOR STEPS 8-18 TO 8-21
11B
17B
BLADE
23B
20B
GUIDE AND
BLADE
ALIGNMENT
SAW
(56B)
GUIDE
18. Loosen the Hex Head Bolt (11B) and
make sure that the Upper Support Bracket Post (10B) itself is aligned with the
Saw Blade (56B).
Loosen the Thumb Bolt (23B) on the side 19.
of the Upper Support Bracket Post (10B)
and adjust the Upper Blade Guides’
(19B) positions so that they line up with
the at portion of the Saw Blade (56B)
without reaching the cutting edge; see
Guide and Blade Alignment, above right.
Tighten the Thumb Bolt after adjustment.
Loosen the two Thumb Screws (20B) 20.
and move the Upper Blade Guides (19B)
as close as possible to the side of the
Saw Blade without touching it. Then,
tighten the Thumb Screws.
Loosen the Thumb Screw (17B) and ad-21.
just the Bearing (13B) to 1/64” (0.4mm)
behind the Saw Blade. Then, tighten the
Thumb Screws.
Loosen the two Knobs (131B) under the 22.
Table (122B) and pivot the Table forward
as far as possible.
FIGURE FOR STEP 8-23
112B
FIGURE FOR STEPS 8-25 TO 8-26
BEARING
ADJUSTMENT
THUMB BOLT
(116B)
BLADE GUIDE
ADJUSTMENT
THUMB BOLTS
(118B)
119B
23. Loosen the two Hex Head Bolts (119B)
on the side of the Lower Support Bracket
(112B) and adjust the Lower Blade
Guides’ (117B) positions so that they line
up with the at portion of the Saw Blade
(56B) without reaching the cutting edge;
see Guide and Blade Alignment diagram
above step 18. Tighten the Bolts (119B)
after adjustment.
Pivot the Table (122B) backward as far 24.
as possible.
25. Loosen the two blade guide adjustment
Thumb Bolts (118B) and move the Lower
Blade Guides (117B) 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 (116B) and adjust the Bearing
(114B) to 1/64” (0.4mm) behind the Saw
Blade. Then, tighten the Thumb Bolt.
Return the Table (122B) to its normal po-27.
sition and secure with the Knobs (131B)
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
6B
10B
FRONT SIDE
122B
126B
131B
BACK SIDE
1. Loosen the Knob (6B) and set the Upper
Support Bracket Post (10B) as close as
possible to the top surface of the material being cut.
Then, securely tighten the Knob (6B).2.
131B
1. Loosen the two Knobs (131B) underneath the Table (122B).
Tilt the Table (122B) to the left or right 2.
until the Needle points to the desired
angle on the Scale (126B). Then, securely tighten both Knobs (131B).
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.
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.
To avoid accidental starting by young
children or others not qualied to use
the tool, the use of a Safety Switch is
required.
The Safety Switch has a removable
Key which must be inserted to use the
Switch.
Key Engaged
ON
OFF
1. To power the bandsaw, insert the Key
into the opening in the Switch and pull
the switch up.
To turn off power to the bandsaw, push 2.
the switch down.
Key
Safety Switch
3. When not in use, remove the Key and
store in a safe place out of reach of children.
Before starting the Bandsaw make sure 1.
all adjustments are properly made and
all of the guards are in place.
Make sure you know how to turn the 2.
bandsaw off before beginning. To turn
the bandsaw off, push the Switch down.
Before turning on the power3. , make
sure that nothing is obstructing the
blade.
Keep the Upper Support Bracket Post 4.
(10B) down as close to the material being cut as possible.
To turn on the Bandsaw, insert the Key, 5.
then pull the Switch up. Push it down
to stop. When turning on the Bandsaw,
allow the machine to reach its full speed
before cutting the material.
When cutting curves, turn the material 11.
carefully so that the Saw Blade can follow the line without being twisted.
If a curve is so abrupt that it is neces-12.
sary to repeatedly back up and cut a new
kerf, a more narrow Saw Blade should
be used.
After use, turn off bandsaw, remove 13.
switch key, unplug the power cord and
allow the bandsaw to cool.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE:14.
Do not allow sawdust to accumulate
inside the bandsaw.
After every use, when the bandsaw is
cool, clean out the sawdust:
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. Adjust tension. 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.
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 243
A23NutM54
A24NutM832
A25Carriage BoltM8 x 1624
A26Hex Head BoltM6 x 121
A27Hex Head BoltM8 x 258
A28Pan Head Bolt3/16” x 1/2”7
A29Pan Head BoltM5 x 124
A30Flat WasherM5 x Ø108
A31Flat WasherM6 x Ø161
A32Flat WasherM8 x Ø1836
A33Lock WasherM84
A34Star WasherM57
A35Switch Plate1
A38Side Panel2
A39Relief Stop12
A40ST ScrewM3.5 x 1212
1BUpper Frame Arm1
2BHex Head BoltM16 x 551
3BFlat WasherM16 x Ø402
4BNutM161
5BGuide Post1
6BKnobM10 x 301
7BSteel Ball1
8BSpring 1
9BSet ScrewM10 x 101
10BUpper Support Bracket Post1
11BHex Head BoltM6 x 161
12BSpacing Sleeve1
13BBearing6200ZZ1
14BPan Head Bolt w/FlangeM6 x 121
15BMicro Adjusting Nut1
16BSet ScrewM8 x 1.0 x 401
17BThumb ScrewM6 x 161
18BSupport Bracket1
19BUpper Blade Guide2
20BThumb ScrewM6 x 122
21BMicro Adjusting Nut1
22BSet ScrewM8 x 1.0 x 401
23BThumb BoltM6 x 161
24BUpper Blade Guard1
25BFlat WasherM6 x Ø132
26BHex Head BoltM6 x 102
28BSet ScrewM5 x P0.8 x 8L2
41BBlade Tension Slider1
42BMicro Adjusting Knob1
43BCoil Spring1
44BSquare NutM101
45BUpper Wheel Hinge (ASM)1
46BSteel Pin2
47BNutM81
48BBlade Tracking KnobM8 x 451
51BUpper Pulley1
52BWheel Cover1
53BRing RetainerR352
54BBall Bearing6202ZZ2
55BNutM12 x P1.251
56BSaw Blade
57BUpper Back Cover1
58BFlat WasherM5 x Ø122
59BPan Head BoltM5 x 62
60BStud1
61BSaw Blade Guard1
62BGasket1
63BTapping ScrewM3.5 x 16 (AB)1
64BUpper Hinge1
65BTapping ScrewM4 x 88
66BUpper Front Cover1
67BMachine Label1
68BHex Head Bolt1
69BCatch1
70BPan Head BoltM5 x 121
71BClip1
75BKnobM81
76BStar Washer (Internal)M81
77BBase1
6PTI 93-1/2” x
0.019” x 3/8”
1
PartDescriptionSizeQty
78BPin4
79BHex Head BoltM8 x 404
80BFlat WasherM8 x Ø188
81BSpring WasherM84
82BNutM84
83BLower Wheel Shaft1
84BBall Bearing6204Z2
85BRing RetainerS201
86BPulley1
87BKeyM5 x 5 x 202
88BSet ScrewM6 x 101
90BLower Pulley1
91BWheel Cover1
92BFlat WasherM8 x Ø301
93BHex Head BoltM8 x 20 (L.H.)1
94BLower Front Cover1
95BStud1
96BGasket1
97BTapping ScrewM3.5 x 16 (AB)1
98BLower Hinge1
99BCountersunk Head BoltM5 x 104
100BTapping ScrewM4 x 84
101BLocating Bolt1
102BCatch1
103BPan Head BoltM5 x 121
104BClip1
108BKnobM81
109BStar Washer (Internal)M81
110BDust Chute (ASM)1
111BBolt1
112BLower Support Bracket1
113BSpacing Sleeve1
114BBearing6200ZZ1
115BPan Head Bolt w/FlangeM6 x 81
116BThumb BoltM6 x 121
117BLower Blade Guide2
118BThumb BoltM6 x 122
119BHex Head BoltM6 x 202
120BFlat WasherM6 x Ø162
121BLower Blade Guard1
122BTable1
123BTabel InsertALU1
124BSpring PinØ3 x 81
125BTable Pin1
126BScale1
127BTrunnion2
128BHex Head Bolt w/FlangeM6 x 126
129BTrunnion Clamp Shoe2
130BHex Head BoltM10 x 502
131BKnobM102
132BTable Bracket1
133BPointer1
134BPan Head BoltM5 x 61
135BHex Head BoltM8 x 801
136BNutM81
137BHex Head BoltM8 x 302
138BSpring WasherM82
139BBrush Wheel1
140BPan Head BoltM5 x 121
146BMiter Gauge Set1
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 for a period of ninety days
from date of purchase that the engine/motor, the belts (if so equipped), and the blades (if so
equipped) are free of defects in materials and workmanship. Harbor Freight Tools also warrants
to the original purchaser, for a period of one year from date of purchase, that all other parts and
components of the product are free from defects in materials and workmanship (90 days if used
by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment). This warranty does not apply to
damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations
outside our facilities, 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 FITNESS.
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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