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BS7
020218 BS7 ED3
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
150mm
Band Saw
• Melbourne • Perth • Auckland • Hong Kong • Shanghai
• Taipei • New York • Verona • London • Paris
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Contents
Warranty 2
Introduction 3
Specifications 3
Safety instructions 3
Additional safety rules for saws 5
Unpacking 6
Assembly 6
Know your product 7
Setting up 8
Operation 10
Maintenance 11
Repairs 11
Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty
Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete
satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass
manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our
required level of performance and you may need the
assistance of our service department.
This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home
domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If
found to be defective in materials or workmanship, the
tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced
free of charge with another of the same item. A small
freight charge may apply.
The warranty replacement unit is only made available by
returning the tool to the place of purchase with a
confirmed register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential.
We reserve the right to reject any claim where the
purchase cannot be verified.
This warranty does not include damage or defects to the
tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents,
alterations or commercial or business use.
It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the
tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model.
Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place.
Conditions apply to the above warranty.
If you need direction of what constitutes a free of
charge warranty claim, please review the guide given on
the rear of the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as
to the types of claim that are permissible, and those
that are not.
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Specifications
Nominal voltage: 230 – 240 Vac~ 50 Hz
Motor power: 200W
Band speed: 1400 RPM
Dimensions: 355 mm x 335 mm x 550 mm
Table size: 240 mm x 200 mm
(adjustable between 0 and 45º)
Width of throat: 150 mm
Cutting depth: 50 mm
Cutting width: 150 mm
Saw blade length: 1085 mm
Saw blade width: 3 - 6 mm
Gross weight: 10.5 kg
Safety instructions
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who
use and service the machine have to be acquainted with
this Manual and must be informed about its potential
hazards. Children and infirm people must not use this
tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are
in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also
imperative that you observe the accident prevention
regulations in force in your area. The same applies for
general rules of occupational health and safety.
WARNING. When using power tools, basic safety
precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read
and heed the advice given in the additional important
safety instructions.
1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered work
areas and benches invite accidents and injury.
2. Consider the environment in which you are working.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
the work area well lit.
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Dear Customer
If you require any help with your product, whether it
is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information,
please phone our Help Line for an immediate response.
Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in
New Zealand.
Introduction
Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your
expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent
GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance
criteria.
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,
and, with proper care, it will give you many years of
dependable service.
Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction
Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain
and operate.
Environmental protection
Recycle unwanted materials instead of
disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses
and packaging should be sorted, taken to
the local recycling centre and disposed of
in an environmentally safe way.
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Do not expose power tools to rain and high humidity.
Do not use power tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All visitors
and onlookers, especially children and infirm persons
should be kept well away from where you are working.
Do not let others in the vicinity make contact with the
tool or extension cord.
4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools should be
stored in a dry, high place or locked up out of the
reach of children and infirm persons.
5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job better
and safer working at the rate for which it was
designed.
6. Use the correct tool for the job. Do not force small
tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a
heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose other
than that for which it was intended.
7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-slip footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective hair
covering.
8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs
should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also
required.
9. Connect dust extraction equipment. If devices are
provided for the connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure that these are connected
and properly used.
10. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull the cord to
disconnect the tool from the power point. Keep the
cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
11. Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to hold
the workpiece. It is safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate the tool.
12. Do not overreach. Keep your footing secure and
balanced at all times.
13. Look after your tools. Keep tools clean and sharp for
better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
regarding lubrication and accessory changes. Inspect
tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorised service facility. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace them if
damaged. Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from
oil and grease.
14. Disconnect idle tools. Switch off the power and
disconnect the plug from the power point before
servicing, when changing accessories and when the
tool is not in use.
15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool before switching
it on.
16. Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that the
switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the
tool to the power supply. Do not carry a plugged in
tool with your finger on the switch.
17. Use outdoor rated extension cords. When a tool is
used outdoors, use only extension cords that are
intended for outdoor use and are so marked.
18 Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate a power tool when you are
tired.
19. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check
that there are no damaged parts. If a part, such as a
guard is damaged, carefully determine if it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, proper mounting and
any other conditions that may affect the operation of
the tool. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service facility, unless otherwise indicated
in this Instruction Manual. Defective switches must be
replaced by an authorised service facility.
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Do not use a tool if the switch does not turn the tool
on and off correctly.
20. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact
with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerator enclosures.
21. Use only approved parts. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service
facility to fit replacement parts.
WARNING. The use of an accessory or attachment, other
than those recommended in this Instruction Manual, may
present a risk of personal injury.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any
use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be
considered a case of misuse. The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting
from such cases of misuse.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes
made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such
changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible
to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards
may arise in connection with the tool’s construction and
design:
• Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not
worn.
• Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
• Contact with the blade.
• Kickback of work piece and parts of work piece.
• Blade fracture.
• Harmful emissions of wood dust when the machine is
used in closed rooms. Always use supplementary dust
extraction.
• Do not use blades that are deformed or cracked...
• Always remove the plug from the mains socket before
making any adjustments or maintenance, including
changing the blade.
Additional safety rules for saws.
• Ensure that the lighting is adequate.
• Keep the area free of tripping hazards.
• Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this saw.
• Always stand to one side when operating the saw.
• Never use a cracked or distorted saw blade. Only use
sharp blades.
• When cutting round wood, use clamps that prevent the
work piece from turning on the table.
• Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste
close by the saw blade.
• Use only blades as recommended.
• Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be
left around the work area.
• Avoid cutting nails. Inspect the workpiece and remove
all nails and other foreign objects before beginning
sawing.
• Support the work properly.
• Never reach over the blade to remove waste or off cuts.
• Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first
switching off the machine.
• Do not slow or stop a blade with a piece of wood. Let
the blade come to rest naturally.
• If you are interrupted when operating the saw,
complete the process and switch off before looking up.
• Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings
are properly tightened.
• Do not store materials or equipment above a machine
in such a way that they could fall into it.
• Ensure that your work is always on the table. Never
make a cut with the work off the table.
• Wear goggles. Wear earmuffs. Wear a breathing mask
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Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely
that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is
missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the
tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has
been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
Mounting
1. It is best to attach the band saw to a firm, stable
surface at a convenient working height. A work bench
is ideal.
2. Drill four 12 mm holes in the work bench to match the
four holes in the base of the saw.
3. Attach the band saw to the work bench using 8 mm
screws (inserted from the top), lock washers and nuts.
Assembly
The Band Saw is shipped partly disassembled and the saw
table and rip fence have to be installed prior to use.
1. Attach the trunnion to the
underside of the table using
the two screws, two washers
and two spring washers
supplied.
2. Place the table onto the saw
frame, threading the saw
blade through the slot in
the table.
3. Position the table so that the
trunnion rests in the groove on
the side of the frame.
4. Fasten the table to the frame
using the lock handle.
NOTE. To loosen the table, push
in the handle and turn the handle
a quarter turn anti-clockwise. To
re-tighten the table, push in the
handle and turn the handle
clockwise.
5. Insert the cheese head screw
in the hole in the top of the
table, add the washer then
screw on the wing nut.
6. Insert the table insert.
7. Position the fence on the
table, slide it to the desired
location and turn the fence
handle to lock the fence in
position.
8. If required, add the protractor
guide to one of the channels
in the table.
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Know your product
1. Saw blade
2. Wheel housing
3. Upper housing locking knob
4. Lower housing locking knob
5. Saw band tensioning knob
6. Saw band tracking knob (not shown)
7. Drive belt (not shown)
8. ON button
9. OFF button
10. Table insert
11. Rip fence
12. Rip fence locking handle
13. Table trunnion (not shown)
14. Table lock handle (not shown)
15. 90º table tilt adjustable screw stop
(not shown)
16. Upper blade guide assembly
17. Upper guide assembly lock knob
18. Dust extraction port (not shown)
19. Upper blade guide
20. Upper blade support head
(not shown)
21. Lower blade support head
(inside wheel housing)
22. Table
23. Lamp
24. Protractor
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Setting up
Electrical installation
WARNING. The band saw is equipped with a 230 – 240V
~ single phase 200W motor. It must be connected to an
earthed socket and it is recommended that a residual
current device (RCD) safety switch of 30 mA capacity be
used in the circuit.
If the cordset is damaged, have it replaced by an
authorised service centre. There is a risk of electric shock
if the machine is operated with a damaged power cable.
Children or infirm people should not operate this band
saw.
Centring the table
1. Loosen the screws holding
the table trunnion.
2. Move the table until the saw
blade is positioned in the
centre of the table insert.
3. Tighten the table trunnion
screws ensuring that the
table does not move.
Setting the table square with the saw blade
1. Engage the table lock handle
by pushing it towards the
frame.
2. Loosen the locking nut on
the 90° table tilt adjustable
screw stop.
3. Using the small Allen key
adjust the screw stop so that
the marker on the frame
indicates 0° on the trunnion
scale when the screw stop
rests against the frame.
4. Tighten the lock nut on the
screw stop and tighten the
table lock handle.
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Dust collection
Connect dust extraction equipment to the 40 mm diam.
dust extraction port.
CAUTION. Wood dust and chips in a confined area can
give rise to fire or an explosion. Guard against possible
ignition sources.
Changing the saw band
The saw is supplied with a
general-purpose woodcutting
blade.
WARNING. Ensure that the mains
plug is removed from the power
socket and remove the locking
insert from the ON/OFF switch
before changing a blade.
1. To change the blade, first
remove the rip fence and the
cheese-headed screw held in
the table with the wing nut.
2. Loosen the locking nut under
the saw band tracking knob.
3. Loosen the two housing locking
knobs and open the housing
door.
4. Slacken the blade tension by
rotating anti-clockwise the
blade tensioning knob on the
top of the upper wheel
housing.
5. Press down on the blade
tensioning knob to lower the
upper wheel and carefully
remove the saw band.
6. Press down on the blade
tensioning knob as you fit the
new saw band. Tension the
blade lightly by rotating
clockwise the blade-tensioning
knob on the top of the
housing.
7. Turn the upper wheel by hand
to check that the blade is
running in the centre of the
rubber-lined wheels.
8. To adjust the tracking of the
saw band, turn the knob on
the rear of the upper wheel
housing whilst rotating the
upper wheel by hand. Tighten
the lock nut after adjusting
the knob.
9. Close and secure the wheel
housing door.
10. Replace the rip fence scale.
11. Replace the cheese-headed
screw, washer and
wing nut.
NOTE. The saw band is tensioned
correctly when it runs quietly and
without vibrating.
CAUTION. Always ensure that the
saw is switched off and unplugged
from the power supply before
making any adjustments.
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WARNING. Over tightening the band saw will cause
premature failure. Under tightening can cause the band to
disengage whilst it is in use.
Adjusting the blade support heads
1. Use the Allen key to loosen
the screw either side of the
upper blade guide assembly.
2. Slide the assembly left or
right so that the blade is
in the centre of the
two bearings.
3. Slide the assembly back or
forward so that the rear
bearing is just clear of the back of the blade.
4. Retighten the two adjustment screws.
5. The bearings should run freely and turn when the
saw is in use.
6. Use the Allen key to loosen the adjustment screw on
the side of the lower support head. This screw is
accessed through a hole in the frame.
7. Set the rear bearing just clear of the back of the blade.
8. The bearings should run freely and turn when the saw
is in use.
NOTE. Do not set the bearing too close, as the resulting
friction will generate heat, which can have an adverse
affect on the bearings and the blade. The bearing should
run freely and turn when the machine is in use.
Setting the cutting height
1. Always set the upper blade
guide assembly as close as
practical to the work.
2. To adjust the height, loosen the
lock knob on the lamp side of
the upper wheel housing, set
the guide as required and then
re-tighten the lock knob.
Saw table tilt
1. To tilt the table, loosen the
table lock handle on the
underside of the table, tilt the
table to the required angle and
retighten the handle.
NOTE. It is best to verify the
angle of tilt by making a practice
cut in a piece of scrap wood, measuring and resetting the
angle if necessary.
Operation
Switching on and off
1. Connect the plug to the power supply.
2. Push the ON button.
3. To switch off, push the OFF button.
NOTE.
1. Extension leads must have a minimum lead cross
section of 3 x 0.75 mm
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(240V).
2. The saw is automatically turned off in the event of a
power failure. You will need to press the ON button
again to restart the saw. (Only on some models)
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Using the rip fence
The rip fence allows you to make parallel cuts in a sheet
of wood, all at the same width.
WARNING. Always ensure that the saw is switched off
and unplugged from the power supply before making any
adjustments.
1. Adjust the rip fence to the
required width and secure it
in position with the locking
handle.
2. Ensure that the fence rests
against the wood along its
entire length to give a
consistent parallel cut.
Cutting
NOTES.
1. Use only enough pressure to keep the saw cutting.
Do not force the cutting. Allow the blade and the saw
to do the work.
2. When cutting at an angle ensure that the rip fence is
located on the right hand side of the blade.
3. When cutting rod, use a jig or fixture to prevent the
workpiece from turning.
4. When cutting boards vertically, use a push stick to feed
the workpiece into the saw.
Maintenance
Cleaning
1. Always wear eye protection when cleaning this
machine.
2. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all
times
3. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done
with compressed air or a rag.
4. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.
CAUTION. Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic
parts of the saw. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is
recommended. Water must never come into contact with
the saw.
General inspection
Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They
may vibrate loose over time.
Repairs
Call GMC on
1300 880 001
We can advise you as to the best method to repair your
tool.
Please do not return the tool to the store where you
purchased it without first contacting GMC.
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Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual
before using this product.
Before returning this product for a
Warranty Claim or any other reason
Please Call 1300 880 001 (Australia)
or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand)
When you make your call, please have
the following information at hand:
• GMC Product Type • GMC Product Code
A GMC Service Engineer will take your call and, in
most cases, will be able to solve your problem over
the phone.
You are welcome to use this phone-in service to
make suggestions or give comments about any
GMC product.
With continuing product development changes may
have occurred which render the product received
slightly different to that shown in this instruction
manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to
change specifications without notice. Note:
Specifications may differ from country to country.
The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to
7pm, 7 days a week (EST). This allows you
to contact GMC directly with any queries and
technical questions you have regarding
our products.
45–55 South Centre Road
Melbourne Airport
Victoria, Australia 3045
Tel: (03) 8346 1100 Fax: (03) 8346 1200
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