Dake 983106-1 User Manual

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DAKE PORTABLE BANDSAW

SE-5X8

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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DAKE (Division of JSJ)
724 Robbins Road
Grand Haven, Michigan 49417

616.842.7110 Phone [phone]

616.842.0859 Fax [phone]
Web: www.dakecorp.com
E-mail : [e-mail]

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1. INTRODUCTION TO USE ..........................................................................................................2

1.1. HOW TO CONSULT THIS MANUAL AND THE SYMBOLS ADOPTED .................................2

1.2. WARNING STICKERS - INDICATIONS ..................................................................................3

1.3. TYPE OF USE INTENDED. .....................................................................................................3

1.5. GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ......................................................................................3-4

1.6. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING USE ................................................................................4-5

1.7. RESIDUAL RISKS ...................................................................................................................5

1.10. MAIN MACHINE COMPONENTS..........................................................................................6

1.11. MACHINE DESCRIPTION .....................................................................................................7

2. INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................................................7

2.1. CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGING .........................................................................................7

2.2. REMOVING THE PACKAGING ...............................................................................................7

2.3. SAW HANDLING .....................................................................................................................7

2.4. SAW HANDLING .....................................................................................................................7

2.6 POSITIONING / WORK STATION ............................................................................................7

2.8 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION....................................................................................................7-8

3. ADJUSTMENTS .........................................................................................................................8

3.1. ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION ...............................................................................................8

3.2. CUTTING ANGLE-HEAD ROTATION ADJUSTMENT ............................................................8

3.3. ADJUSTING THE SLIDING BLADE GUIDE POSITION ................... ......................................9

3.4. CUTTING SPEED ADJUSTMENT ............. .............................................................................9

3.7. CORRECT POSITIONING OF THE WORKPIECE IN THE CLAMP ........................................9

3.8. INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF BANDSAW STOCK STOP. ....................................9

4. OPERATIONS............................................................................................................................10

4.1. USE AS A MANUAL SAW ......................................................................................................10

5. MAINTENANCE - STORAGE - ASSISTANCE - DISPOSAL ....................................................10-11

5.1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING THE SAW BLADE........................... ..............................11

5.2. LUBRICATION .........................................................................................................................12

5.3. CLEANING - TASKS TO BE PERFORMED ............................................................................12

5.4. MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................12

6. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................13

PARTS BREAK DOWN ..................................................................................................................14-17

ELECTRICAL DRAWING................................................................................................................18

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1. INTRODUCTION AND USE

NOTES
The Use and Maintenance Manual is made up of two parts, this document and the additional parts
and diagrams. Save this manual for future use.

DANGER - WARNING

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE, PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY, SO THAT YOU
BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE MACHINE, ITS INTENDED USE AND ANY RISKS
ASSOCIATED WITH IT.

Keep the Use and Maintenance Manual in good condition: Remember, it is an integral part of the
machine. Always refer to the manual to get best machine performance in maximum safety while
performing the operations described therein.

It is recommended that this manual be kept in an easily accessible place, near the machine, at all
times so that it can be consulted whenever necessary.

DANGER - WARNING
USE THE MACHINE SOLELY AND EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE USES INDICATED AND IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL.
NEVER TAMPER WITH IT, FORCE IT OR USE IT IN ANY INAPPROPRIATE
MANNER.

1.1. HOW TO CONSULT THIS MANUAL AND THE SYMBOLS USED

Please pay particular attention to the words “WARNING”, “DANGER”, “CAUTION" and “NOTES” as
used in this manual.

To draw the user’s attention to certain information and provide warning messages, the operations

described in this manual are accompanied by symbols and notes to highlight the presence of any
hazards and indicate the safe use of the equipment.
These symbols and notes belong to various categories as indicated below:

DANGER - WARNING: IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING GENERAL SAFETY.

DANGER-CAUTION: highlights situations where careful and sensible actions are

essential.

NOTES: information of a technical nature.

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1.2. WARNING STICKERS - INDICATIONS

The stickers affixed to the machine are indicated below.

Serial number / Year of manufacture

Indication of direction of rotation.

Basic logo / CE marking / Indication
of motor characteristics and data.

Wear PPE.

1.3. TYPE OF USE INTENDED

The machine has been designed and built for cold cutting metal materials. For this operation, the
workpiece is held in place by a vise and the cutting head is controlled by the operator who stands in
front of the machine during use.

RECOMMENDED USE

The machine can be used to work on:

• METAL OR SIMILAR MATERIALS

• DRY CUTTING ONLY

PROHIBITED USE

It is prohibited to:

• OPERATE ON NON-METALS, ORGANIC MATERIALS AND/OR FOOD STUFFS,

• OPERATE ON MATERIALS WHICH MAY RELEASE TOXIC SUBSTANCES DURING THE

WORK PROCESS.

DANGER - WARNING
THE SAW HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND BUILT FOR DRY CUTTING ONLY
DO NOT USE ANY KIND OF CUTTING FLUID.

DANGER - WARNING
THIS MACHINE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERES.

1.5. GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS

DANGER - WARNING
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL TOOLS, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO OBSERVE BASIC

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AT ALL TIMES TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY.READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE PROCEEDING TO USE THIS PRODUCT AND KEEP THEM IN A SAFE PLACE.

NOTES

Ambient Conditions:

- Avoid using the machine in locations which are very humid or in the presence of flammable
liquids or gas.

- Always keep the work area tidy and clear of work scarp pieces; untidy work benches and
work areas are a source of potential danger.

Clothing and personal protective equipment:

- do not wear clothing with loose sleeves or any accessories such as scarves, necklaces,
bracelets or any other object which may get caught up in the machine’s moving parts.

- always wear safety protection devices. regulation safety glasses/goggles, well-fitting gloves,
ear protection.

- It is advisable to wear slip-resistant safety footwear.

- When necessary, suitably tie back long hair to prevent any risk of it becoming trapped or
entangled in moving parts.

- Wear an approved dust mask.
Care and Use of electrical components:

- Pay attention to the power supply cable: never use it to lift the machine. Do not pull on the
cable to disconnect the plug from the power socket. Keep the cable away from sharp edges,
oil and high temperatures.

- Should it be necessary to use an extension cord, make sure it is heavy enough and an
approved type.

- Regularly check any extension cords being used and replace them if damaged.

- Whenever the machine is used outdoors, only use extension cords which have been
approved for outdoor use and are marked accordingly.

1.6 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

- Keep unauthorized persons and children away from the machine: never allow them to come
near or into contact with it.

- Always pay attention what you are doing.

- Always stay in a comfortable and well-balanced position.

- Never leave tools or measuring devices on the machine.

- Adopt safe working methods.

- Unplug the machine from the power supply when it is not in use, before performing any
maintenance operations and before replacing accessories or blades.

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Safety checks:

- Remove any tools before switching the saw on.

- Avoid inadvertent start-up: make sure that the switch is in the stop position before connecting
the machine to the power supply.

- Check the various machine elements to make sure there are no signs of damage.

- Before proceeding to use the machine, check all the safety devices and any other item which may
be damaged to ensure that the machine works properly and can perform the task it is designed to do.

- Check that mobile parts are well aligned, move smoothly and are intact.

- Check the mounting and any other condition which may influence operation. Any damaged part or
guard must be repaired or replaced.

- It is essential to avoid using the machine if the switch malfunctions in any way.

- It is strictly forbidden to use the machine without the blade guards in place.

- Do not force the machine. The end results will be better and the machine safer to use if it is used at
the speed and rhythm it was designed for.
Machine upkeep and maintenance:

- Always keep the handles and handgrips dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

- Always keep the tools in perfect condition. Keep blades sharp and clean to ensure maximum
performance and safety.

DANGER - WARNING

• THE USE OF ANY ACCESSORY OR CONNECTION DIFFERENT TO THOSE
INDICATED IN THIS MANUAL MAY LEAD TO THE RISK OF INJURY.

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE MACHINE:
REPAIRS TO THE MACHINE MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY SKILLED PERSONNEL ONLY.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD CREATE SEVERE RISKS TO USERS.

1.7 RESIDUAL RISKS
Cutting and severing hazard:

This risk is due to the presence of the rotating blade. It is indicated by the symbol:

Precautions to be taken

• During the cutting phase, do not wear work gloves.

• Keep hands away from the work area.

• Never remove cuttings or fragments from the machine when the blade is rotating.

Friction or abrasion hazard:

This risk is due to the presence of the rotating blade.