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RBS10
MAN RBS10 10/01
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
245mm
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 10
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
Wattage: 370W
Band speed: 700m/min
Dimensions: 860 mm x 420 mm x 530 mm
Working table: 340 mm x 335 mm
(adjustable between 0 - 45º)
Table height from floor: 370 mm
Width of throat: 245 mm
Max.cutting height: 100 mm
Saw blade length: 1,712 mm
Saw blade width: 10 mm (3 to 12.7mm)
Gross weight: 35kg
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.
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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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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. 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
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replaced by an authorised service facility. 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 workpiece and parts of workpiece
• 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
workpiece 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
attempt to cut anything that is not on 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.
Assembly
The Band Saw is shipped partly disassembled and the saw
table and rip fence guide have to be installed prior to use.
1. Remove the rip fence scale from the table.
2. Place the table onto the table trunnion.
3. Fix the table to the trunnion using the 4 hex head
bolts and serrated lock washers.
4. Place the table insert into the hole in the centre of the
table.
5. Replace the rip fence scale on the table.
6. Adjust the distance between the rip fence guides by
raising the rip fence guide handle to unlock it and
turning the handle. The distance between the guides
needs to be long enough to enable the fence to fit over
the table.
7. Position the fence on the table with the guides located
in the channels either side of the table.
8. Slide the fence to the desired location and push the rip
fence guide handle down to lock the fence in position.
9. If required, assemble the support stand and attach the
band saw to this stand.
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Know your product
1. Saw blade
2. Upper wheel housing
3. Saw band tensioning knob
4. Lower wheel housing
5. Saw band tensioning knob
6. Motor shaft (not shown)
7. Drive belt (not shown)
8. ON button
9. OFF button
10. Table insert
11. Rip fence
12. Rip fence scale
13. Rip fence guide
14. Rip fence guide handle
15. Table trunnion
16. Table trunnion bracket
17. Table tilt securing knob
18. 90º table tilt adjustable screw stop
19. Dust extraction port
20. Height adjustment knob
21. Blade support head
22. Table
23. Housing lock screws
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Setting up
Centring the table
1. Loosen the screws holding
the table trunnion bracket
2. Move the table until the saw
blade is positioned in the
centre of the table insert
3. Tighten the bracket screws
ensuring that the table does
not move.
Setting the table square with the saw blade
1. Loosen the table tilt-securing
knob.
2. Adjust the hex headed screw
stop on the underside of the
table so that the table is at
right angles to the saw blade
when the screw rests on the
lower wheel housing.
Fixing
1. The Band saw should be
stable.
2. Either secure it to the support
stand provided or to the floor
or to a bench or table.
Note: Do not use the saw unless
is is firmly fixed and stable.
3. There are four 9 mm fixing
holes in the base of the saw.
Rip fence
The rip fence can be used
either side of the blade.
1. Raise the rip fence guide
handle to unlock it and
turn the handle to increase
the distance between the
guides so that it can be
lifted clear of the table.
2. Position the fence on the other side of the blade with
the guides located in the channels either side of the
table.
3. Slide the fence to the desired location and push the rip
fence guide handle down to lock the fence in position.
Dust collection
1. Connect dust extraction
equipment to the 60 mm
diam. dust extraction port.
2. The dust extraction
equipment must provide for
an airflow rate of at least
20 m/s.
Caution. Wood dust and chips
in a confined area can give rise to fire or an explosion.
Guard against possible ignition sources.
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Changing the saw band
Warning. Ensure that the mains
plug is removed from the power
socket
The saw is supplied with a
general-purpose woodcutting
blade.
1. To change the blade, first
remove the rip fence scale.
2. Slacken the blade tension by
rotating anti-clockwise the
blade tensioning knob on the
top of the upper wheel
housing.
3. Open the doors to the upper
and lower wheel housings.
4. Remove the old blade and fit
the new blade. Tension the
blade lightly by rotating
clockwise the blade-tensioning
knob on the top of the upper
wheel housing.
5. Turn the upper wheel by hand
to check that the blade is
running in the centre of the
rubber-lined wheels.
6. 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 wingnut after adjusting
the knob.
7. Close and secure both doors.
8. Replace the rip fence scale.
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.
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 head
1. Set the bearings of the upper
blade guide to within approx.
0.5 mm of the blade. The
bearing should turn freely and
turn when the saw is in use.
2. Set the rear bearing just clear
of the back of the blade.
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 saw is in
use.
Setting the cutting height
1. Always set the upper blade guide
as close as practical to the work.
2. To adjust the height, turn the
knob on the front of the upper
wheel housing.
Saw table tilt
1. To tilt the table, loosen the knob
on the underside of the table,
tilt the table to the required
angle and retighten the knob.
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.
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Operation
Switching on and off
1. Connect the plug to the power supply.
2. Depress the ON button.
3. To switch off, depress the OFF button.
NOTE.
1. The saw must be connected to an earthed outlet and
should be operated on a residual current device (RCD)
of 30 mA capacity.
2. Extension leads must have a minimum lead cross
section of 3 x 0.75 mm (240V).
3. 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).
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 suitable push block to
feed the workpiece into the
saw.
Maintenance
Cleaning
Note. Always wear eye protection when cleaning the tool.
1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all
times.
2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done
with compressed air or a rag.
3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.
4. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.
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
1. 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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