Hitachi CB6Y User Manual

HITACHI

Model Modèle Modelo

CB6Y

10″ Band Saw Scie à ruban de 10 po Sierra de Banda de 10 pulg.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Improper and unsafe use of this power tool can result in death or serious bodily injury! This manual contains important information about product safety. Please read and understand this manual before operating the power tool. Please keep this manual available for others before they use the power tool.

Hitachi Koki

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS ET CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ

AVERTISSEMENT

L’utilisation inadéquate et non sécuritaire de cet outil électrique peut entraîner la mort ou des blessures graves! Ce manuel contient des informations importantes sur la sécurité. Veuillez lire et comprendre ce manuel avant d’utiliser l’outil électrique. Veuillez garder ce manuel disponible pour les autres utilisateurs, avant qu’ils utilisent cet outil électrique.

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES E INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

ADVERTENCIA

¡El uso inadecuado y no seguro de esta herramienta eléctrica puede ocasionar la muerte o lesiones corporales graves! Este manual contiene información importante sobre la seguridad del producto. Por favor lea y entienda este manual antes de usar la herramienta eléctrica. Por favor mantenga disponible este manual para que otros puedan leerlo antes de usar la herramienta eléctrica.

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SECTION Page

Product Specifications..........................................................3

Safety ...................................................................................4

Accessories and Attachments ..............................................7

Carton Contents ...................................................................7

Know Your Band Saw ...........................................................9

Glossary of Terms...............................................................10

SECTION Page

Assembly and Adjustments ................................................11

Operation............................................................................15

Maintenance.......................................................................17

Troubleshooting Guide........................................................18

Parts List.............................................................................57

TABLE OF CONTENTS

HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS

Service under this warranty is available from Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. at:

IN THE U.S.A.

3950 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 9409 Owensmouth Ave., Chatsworth, CA 91311 OR CALL: (800) 546-1666 for a service center nearest you.

IN CANADA

6395 Kestrel Road, Mississauga, ON L5T 1Z5

OR CALL: (800) 970-2299 for a service center nearest you.

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Spécifications du produit ....................................................21

Sécurité ..............................................................................22

Accessoires et équipements...............................................25

Contenu du carton..............................................................25

Connaître sa scie à ruban ..................................................27

Glossaire des termes .........................................................28

SECTION Page

Assemblage et ajustements ...............................................29

Fonctionnement..................................................................33

Entretien .............................................................................35

Guide de dépannage..........................................................36

Liste des pièces..................................................................57

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

CENTRES DE SERVICE AUTORISÉS D’HITACHI

Le service en vertu de cette garantie est disponible de Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd, aux emplacements suivants :

AUX É-U

3950 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 9409 Owensmouth Ave., Chatsworth, CA 91311 OU APPELER : (800) 546-1666 pour contacter un centre de service le plus près de votre domicile.

AU CANADA

6395 Kestrel Road, Mississauga, ON L5T 1Z5

OU APPELER : (800) 970-2299 pour contacter un centre de service le plus près de votre domicile.

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SECCION Página

Especificaciones del producto............................................39

Seguridad ...........................................................................40

Accesorios y aditamentos ..................................................43

Contenido de la caja...........................................................43

Conozca su sierra de banda...............................................45

Glosario de términos ..........................................................46

SECCION Página

Montaje y ajustes................................................................47

Operación...........................................................................51

Mantenimiento....................................................................53

Guía de identificación de problemas ..................................54

Lista de partes....................................................................57

CONTENIDO

CENTROS DE SERVICIO AUTORIZADO DE HITACHI

El servicio de mantenimiento y reparación bajo esta garantía está disponible a través de Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. en:

EN EE.UU.

3950 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 9409 Owensmouth Ave., Chatsworth, CA 91311 O LLAME AL: (800) 546-1666 para averiguar cuál es el centro de servicio más cercano a usted.

EN CANADA

6395 Kestrel Road, Mississauga, ON L5T 1Z5

O LLAME AL: (800) 970-2299 para averiguar cuál es el centro de servicio más cercano a usted.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MOTOR

Power Source...................120 V, AC, 60 HZ,

4.0 AMPS.

Speeds Low .....................3600 FPM

(Feet Per Minute)

Horsepower......................1/3 HP (Continuous Duty)

Cutting Capacity

Throat ..............................9 3/8″

Height ..............................5″

Blade

Width................................1/4″, 3/8″

Length..............................63 1/2″

Table

Size..................................11 3/4″ x 11 3/4″

Tilt .........................................0° - 45° Left

DUST COLLECTION................Ye s

NET WEIGHT............................68LB (30.6 kg)

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. Your Band Saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 AMP branch circuit and use a 15 Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.

WARNING

Some dust created by power sanding, 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, cement and 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 dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE BAND SAW

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use this Band Saw.

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug the Band Saw in until you have read and understood the following:

1. READ and become familiar with the entire Operator’s Manual. LEARN the tool’s application, limitations and possible hazards.

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.

7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

8. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 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 result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power that will cause the tool to overheat. The table on page 6 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.

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

12. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any Band Saw

can throw foreign objects into the eyes that could cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety Standard Z87.1. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistance lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses. Safety Goggles are available at HITACHI. NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious injury.

13. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing

operation produces dust.

14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work

when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing

accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.

Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the

Operator’s Manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause serious injury.

18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if

the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

19. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before 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.

20. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER “OFF”. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

21. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

23. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.

24.

DO NOT OPERATE the tool if you are under the influence of any drugs, alcohol or medication that could affect your ability to use the tool properly.

25. ALWAYS operate the Band Saw in a well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection systems whenever possible. Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health.

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SAFETY

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BAND SAWS

1. TO AVOID INJURY from unexpected movement, make

sure the saw is on a firm, level surface, properly secured to prevent rocking. Make sure there is adequate space for operating. Bolt the saw to a support surface to prevent slipping, walking, or sliding during operation.

2. TURN the saw OFF and unplug the saw before moving it.

3. USE THE CORRECT size and style blade.

4. USE blades rated at 3600 FPM or greater.

5. MAKE SURE the blade teeth point down and towards the

table.

6. BLADE GUIDES, SUPPORT BEARINGS, AND BLADE TENSION must be properly adjusted to avoid accidental blade contact and to minimize blade breakage. To maximize blade support, always adjust the upper blade guide and blade guard so that it is 1/8 inch above the workpiece.

7. TABLE LOCK HANDLE should be tight.

8. USE EXTRA CAUTION with large, very small or awkward workpieces.

9. USE EXTRA SUPPORTS to prevent workpieces from sliding off the tabletop. Never use another person to support the workpiece.

10. WORKPIECES must be secured so they don’t twist, rock, or slip while being cut.

11. PLAN intricate and small work carefully to avoid pinching the blade. Avoid awkward operation and hand positions to prevent accidental contact with the blade.

12. SMALL PIECES should be secured with jigs or fixtures. Do not hand hold pieces that are so small your fingers are under the blade guard.

13. SUPPORT round work properly (with a V-block or clamped to the miter gauge) to prevent it from rolling and the blade from biting.

14. CUT only one workpiece at a time. Make sure the table is clear of everything except the workpiece and its guides before you turn the saw on.

15. ALWAYS WATCH the saw run before each use. If there is excessive vibration or unusual noise, stop immediately. Turn the saw OFF. Unplug it immediately. Do not start the saw again until the problem has been located and corrected.

16. TO FREE any jammed material, turn the switch OFF. Remove the switch key and unplug the saw. Wait for all moving parts to stop before removing jammed material.

17. DON’T LEAVE the work area until all moving parts are stopped. To childproof the workshop, shut OFF the power to master switches and remove the switch key from the band saw. Store it in a safe place, away from children.

For your own safety, read the entire instruction manual before operating the band saw.

1. Wear eye protection.

2. Do not wear gloves, necktie, or loose clothing.

3. Make sure the saw is on a firm level surface and properly secured.

4. USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

5. Use extra caution with very large, very small, or awkward workpieces.

6. Keep hands away from the blade at all times to prevent accidental injury.

7. Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until the blade has stopped.

8. Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides and thrust bearings.

9. Adjust upper guide to just clear the workpiece.

10. Hold the workpiece firmly against the table.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. Your saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp circuit and use a 15 Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock.

IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN,

grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit the receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with green insulation (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 qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.

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USE ONLY 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit must not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 15 Amp time delay fuse. Before connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor.

This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a receptacle like the one illustrated in Figure A showing a 3-prong electrical plug and receptacle that has a grounding conductor. If a properly grounded receptacle is not available, an adapter (Figure B) can be used to temporarily connect this plug to a 2-contact ungrounded receptacle. The adapter (Figure B) has a rigid lug extending from it that MUST be connected to a permanent earth ground, such as a properly grounded receptacle box. THE TEMPORARY ADAPTER SHOULD BE USED ONLY UNTIL A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CAN INSTALL A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET. The Canadian Electrical Code prohibits the use of adapters.

CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the receptacle is properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a qualified electrician check the receptacle.

This Band Saw is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 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 cause overheating. The table below 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.

Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)

(When using 120 Volt only)

Ampere Rating Total length in feet

More Than

Not

More Than

25′ 50′ 100′ 150′

0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18 16 14 12

10 12 16 16 14 12

12 16 14 12 Not Applicable

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Properly Grounded

3-Prong Receptacle

Grounding Prong

3-Prong Plug

Grounding Lug

Adapter

3-Prong Plug

Make Sure This is Connected to a Known Ground

2-Prong Receptacle

Fig. A

Fig. B

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

Carefully unpack the Band Saw and all its parts, and compare against the illustration following. Place the saw on a secure surface and examine it carefully.

• To avoid injury from unexpected starting, do not plug the power cord into a power source receptacle during unpacking and assembly. This cord must remain unplugged whenever you are assembling or adjusting the saw.

• Although compact, this saw is heavy. To avoid back injury, get help whenever you have to lift the saw.

• If any part is missing or damaged, do not plug the band saw in until the missing or damaged part is replaced, and assembly is complete.

TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS

ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

BAND SAW: A. Band Saw with Motor 1

B. Miter Gauge 1 C. Crank Handle 1 D. Pointer 1 E. Bag Clamp 1 F. Dust Bag 1 G. Battery 1

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

To avoid injury:

• Use only accessories recommended for this Band Saw.

• Follow instructions that accompany accessories. Use of improper accessories may cause hazards.

• Use only accessories designed for this Band Saw to avoid injury from thrown broken parts or workpieces.

• Do not use any accessory unless you have completely read the instruction or operator’s manual for that accessory.

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UNPACKING YOUR BAND SAW

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KNOW YOUR BAND SAW

Blade Tension Lever

Upper Blade Guide Lock Knob

Table Insert

Miter Gauge Slot

Motor Capacitor

Motor

Blade Tracking Plate

Dust Bag Clamp

Dust Bag

Blade Support Bearing

Blade Guide

ON/OFF Switch

Frame

Door

Upper Blade Guard

Worklight Switch

Worklight

Miter Gauge

Tilt Crank Handle

Pointer

Tilt Angle Scale

Upper Blade Wheel

Blade (Blade guide removed for clarity)

Lower Blade Wheel

Idler Wheel

BAND SAW TERMS

BLADE GUIDES – Support the blade and keep it from

twisting during operation. Blade guides must be adjusted when blade is changed or replaced.

BLADE TENSION LEVER – Used to release or apply tension to blade when changing blades.

BLADE TRACKING PLATE – Adjusts blade position so blade always runs in the center of the wheel.

ON/OFF SWITCH – Has a built-in child safety lock. To lock the switch in the OFF position, remove the switch key from the switch.

RELIEF CUT – Removal of waste material by a cut from the outside edge, allowing easier cutting of intricate curves.

SAWDUST PORT – Helps keep the machine free from sawdust. The dust bag is attached to the port and collects the dust.

TABLE LOCK KNOB – Locks the table in place.

TILT (BEVEL) SCALE – Shows the degree the table is tilted

for bevel cutting.

UPPER GUIDE LOCK KNOB – Locks the upper slide. Use it after adjusting the upper guide assembly to make sure upper blade guide just clears workpiece before cutting. Upper guide lock knob must be tightened before the band saw is turned on.

WOODWORKING TERMS

BEVEL CUT – An angle cut made through the face of a

workpiece.

COMPOUND CUT – A simultaneous bevel and miter cut.

CROSSCUT – A cut made across the width of the

workpiece.

FPM – Feet per minute. Used in reference to the surface speed of the saw blade.

FREE HAND – Performing a cut without using a fence (guide), hold-down or other proper device to prevent the workpiece from twisting during the cutting operation.

GUM – A sticky sap-based residue from wood products.

HEEL – Misalignment of the blade.

KERF – The material removed by the blade in a through cut,

or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.

LEADING EDGE – The front edge of the workpiece pushed into the cutting tool first.

MITER CUT – An angle cut made across the width of a workpiece.

RESAW – A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece to make thinner workpiece.

RESIN – A sticky sap that has hardened.

RIPPING CUT – A cutting operation along the length of the

workpiece.

RPM – Revolutions per minute. The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.

SAW BLADE PATH – The area of the workpiece or tabletop directly in line with the travel of the blade or the part of the workpiece that will be cut.

SET – The distance between two saw blade teeth tips that are bent outward in opposite directions to each other. The further apart the tips are, the greater the set.

TRAILING EDGE – The workpiece edge last cut by the blade.

WORKPIECE – The item being cut. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends and edges.

WORKTABLE – The surface on which the workpiece rests while performing a cutting or sanding operation.

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Leading Edge

Kerf

Surface

Workpiece

Relief Cut

Saw Blade Path

Trailing Edge

ESTIMATED ASSEMBLY TIME 35 MINUTES

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

TOOLS NEEDED

For your safety, never connect plug to power source receptacle until all assembly and adjustment steps are completed, and you have read and understood the safety and operating instructions.

MOUNT BAND SAW TO WORK SURFACE

1. Band saw is designed to be portable so it can be moved to job site, but should be mounted to stable, level bench or table.

2. Base of band saw has four mounting holes.

3. If predrilled holes do not exist on work surface, drill four holes.

4. Securely mount band saw to work surface by bolting (hardware not supplied) it through the holes.

INSTALL CRANK HANDLE (Fig. A)

1. Line up slot on crank handle (1) with pin on the shaft (2).

2. Using mallet or piece of wood with regular hammer, drive crank handle on the shaft until the pin on the shaft is fully engaged in the slot.

INSTALL DUST COLLECTION BAG (Fig. B)

Dust collection system consists of a 30-micron bag and clamp.

1. Place clamp (1) over bag sleeve (2).

2. Slide sleeve with clamp over dust port (3).

3. Secure in position by tightening clamp down. Do not force handle. Rotate handle to increase clamp size.

INSTALL POINTER (Fig. C)

1. Squeeze the ends of the pointer (1) inward and carefully insert each end into the holes located on the bracket of the pointer assembly (2).

INSTALL WORKLIGHT BATTERY (Fig. D)

1. Press upward on worklight battery compartment cover (1) to remove.

2. Install 9V battery (included) in compartment.

3. Replace cover.

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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

Phillips Screwdriver Combination Square

Adjustable Wrench

Straight Edge

Feeler Gauge - size 0.02 Mallet

Fig. A

Fig. B

Fig. C

Fig. D

REMOVING BLADE (Fig. E, F)

Disconnect band saw from power source when changing or adjusting blades. Wear leather gloves when handling band saw blades. Never wear gloves when operating saw.

1. Turn blade tensioning lever (1) on the back of the tool clockwise all the way until it locks in position to release blade tension (see Figure E).

2. Release two latches (2) on the side of the tool and open front door.

NOTE: When opening door, make sure latches are completely free from tabs on frame and that angle scale pointer is turned down away from door. Be careful to ensure door does not contact table insert wing screw.

3. Remove table locking insert (Fig. F, 5) located in the front of the table slot, take out the released blade and replace with another blade.

INSTALLING BLADE (Fig. F)

1. Although most of the adjustments are not changed when blade is removed, every adjustment should be checked prior to using a newly installed blade.

2. Make sure blade teeth are pointing down towards table. Turn blade inside out if necessary.

3. Slip new blade into table slot (1) and over the upper, lower and idler blade wheels. Slide blade in between blade guards.

4. Tension blade (see Figure E) by turning blade tensioning lever (1) counterclockwise, as far as it will go. This is a spring loaded, tensioning mechanism and it will automatically apply required tension to the blade.

5. Close the front door and fasten latches.

NOTE: When closing door, make sure that the edges of the door and frame are firmly fitted together before attempting to secure door. This is necessary for proper operation of dust collection system. The latches will not pull the door and frame together.

6. Install table insert (5).

7. Track blade as described in the following sections.

To avoid injury, the blade tension, tracking, and upper and lower guides and bearings must be properly adjusted before operating the band saw. (See Adjustment Instructions, this section)

MITER GAUGE (Fig. G)

A miter gauge (1) is supplied with your band saw to be used in the table slot (2) on the right side of the blade. The miter gauge can be tilted 0° to 60° right or left to maintain an accurate angle for your workpiece.

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Fig. E

Fig. F

Fig. G

To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and unplug the band saw from the power source before making any adjustments.

TILTING THE SAW (Fig. H)

The band saw body (1) tilts 0° to 45° left.

1. Loosen body lock handle (2) on rear of saw body.

2. Tilt the table to the desired angle on the scale (3) on body using crank handle (4).

3. Tighten the lock handle.

BLADE TRACKING (Fig. I)

To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the saw from the power source before making any adjustments.

Be very careful; improperly tracked blade may spring out from wheels causing serious injury. Do not perform tracking adjustment while band saw is running.

1. Open body door.

2. To check the blade tracking, rotate drive wheel by hand in clockwise direction.

3. Proper tracking is achieved when drive and idler wheels are aligned. Tracking plate (1) on the back of the tool frame is used to tilt upper idler wheel and align all three blade wheels.

4. Loosen up hex nut (2).

5. Loosen up socket head bolts (3). There are four socket head bolts holding tracking plate. Bottom socket head bolts should be loosened just enough to allow tilting of the plate. If the bottom socket head bolt is loosened too much, the plate will not tilt.

6. Using set screws, (4) tilt the plate in vertical (up and down) plane until proper tracking is achieved. Upper idler blade wheel tilts in the same direction as tracking plate.

• If blade rides away from cabinet, increase gap between tracking plate and cabinet wall. If the blade rides into cabinet, decrease the gap.

• When blade is tracking properly, tighten up hex nut and all four socket head bolts.

• Properly tracked blade should ride at the center position on all three wheels (drive and idlers).

UPPER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY (Fig. J)

To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the saw from the power source before making any adjustments. NEVER make adjustments with the machine running.

1. Loosen the lock knob (1) and move the blade guide assembly (2) up or down to 1/8″ above the workpiece.

2. Tighten the lock knob.

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Fig. H

Fig. I

Fig. J

UPPER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT BEARING (Fig. K, L)

• The blade guard has been removed for clarity of illustration. To avoid injury never operate the band saw without all guards in place and in working order.

• To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the saw from the power source before making any adjustments. NEVER make adjustments with the machine running.

NOTE: Make sure the blade is tensioned and tracking properly. Adjust the blade guides and support bearing after each blade tension and tracking adjustment. When the upper blade guides and support bearings are adjusted, the lower guides and bearings should also be adjusted.

Blade guides (Fig. K)

1. Make sure the blade is tensioned and tracking properly.

2. Loosen the front hex socket screws (1) with a hex wrench.

3. Move the guides (2) as close to the blade (3) as possible without pinching it.

4. Using a feeler gauge, make sure the space between each guide and blade measures 0.02″ (the thickness of a dollar bill).

5. Tighten the hex socket screws.

Support bearing (Fig. L)

6. Loosen the bearing hex nut (4).

7. Move the support bearing shaft (5) in or out, until the bearing (6) is 1/64″ behind the blade.

8. Tighten the hex nut (4).

NOTE: The blade support bearing prevents the blade from moving back too far and damaging the saw teeth setting.

LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND SUPPORT BEARING (Fig. M, N)

To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the saw from the power source before making any adjustments. NEVER make adjustments with the machine running. NOTE: Make sure the blade is tensioned and tracking properly. The lower blade guides and support bearings should always be adjusted after the blade is tensioned, the tracking is adjusted, and the upper blade guides and upper support bearings are properly adjusted.

Blade guides (Fig. M)

1. Loosen both front hex socket screws (1) with a hex wrench.

2. Move the guides (2) as close to the sides of the blade (3) as possible without pinching it.

3. Using the feeler gauge, measure the spaces between the guide and the blade. Adjust to 0.02″.

4. Tighten the hex screws.

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Fig. K

Fig. L

Fig. M

Support bearing (Fig. N)

5. Loosen the socket head bolts (4) with the hex wrench.

6. Move the blade support (5) in or out until the blade is positioned in groove of roller (6).

7. Tighten the socket head bolts.

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Fig. N

BASIC SAW OPERATIONS

ON/OFF SWITCH (Fig. O)

The keyed switch is intended to prevent unauthorized use of the band saw.

1. To turn the band saw ON (I) insert the yellow key (1) into the key slot in the center of the switch.

2. Push the key firmly into the slot, then push switch to the ON position to start the band saw.

3. To turn the band saw OFF (O) push the switch to the down position.

4. Remove the yellow switch key, when the saw has come to a complete stop, by gently pulling it outward.

Remove the switch key whenever the saw is not in use. Place it in a safe place and out of reach of children.

ALWAYS lock the switch OFF when the saw is not in use. Remove the key and keep it in a safe place. In the event of power failure, blown fuse, or tripped circuit breaker, turn the switch OFF and remove the key, preventing an accidental startup when power comes on.

For your safety, read and understand all GENERAL and SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 4-5 before using the band saw.

Operating band saws involves a certain amount of hazard. Before attempting regular work, use scrap lumber to check the settings and to get the feel of operating the band saw. Read instructions and plan your work before cutting a workpiece.

Do not turn the power ON until after you have made all adjustments, checked that the guard is in place, and turned the wheel by hand to make sure all parts work properly. Always keep the guide assembly close to your work, 1/8″ above the workpiece.

Do not force the workpiece, against the blade. Light contact permits easier cutting and prevents unwanted friction and heating of the blade.

Sharp saw blades need little pressure for cutting. Steadily move the workpiece against the blade without forcing it. To avoid twisting the blade, do not turn sharp corners, saw around corners.

A band saw is basically a “curve-cutting” saw. It is not capable of doing intricate inside cutting as can be done with a scroll saw.

It is also used for straight-line operations such as crosscutting, ripping, mitering, beveling, compound cutting, and resawing.

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OPERATION

Fig. O

To avoid blade breakage, fire or other damage or injury, NEVER use this band saw to cut ferrous metals.

CUTTING CURVES

When cutting curves, carefully turn the workpiece so the blade follows without twisting. If the curve is so sharp that you repeatedly back up and cut new kerf, use a narrower blade, or a blade with more set (teeth further apart). When a blade has more set, the workpiece turns easier but the cut is rougher.

When changing a cut, do not withdraw the workpiece from the blade. The blade may get drawn off the wheels.

To change a cut, turn the workpiece and saw out through the scrap material area.

When cutting long curves, make relief cuts as you go along.

CIRCLE CUTTING (Fig. P)

1. Adjust the guide assembly to 1/8″ above the workpiece.

2. Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade. Hold the workpiece firmly against the table. Use gentle pressure. Do not force the work, ALLOW the blade to cut.

3. The smallest diameter circle that can be cut is determined by the width of the blade. For example, a 1/4″ wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of approximately 1-1/2″.

BLADE SELECTION (Fig. Q)

CAUTION: Blade teeth are sharp. Use care when handling

a saw blade.

For longest wear and best cutting results, use the correct blade thickness width, and temper for the type of material you will cut.

When sawing small curves and delicate work, use narrow blades. Otherwise, use the widest blade possible. For cutting wood and similar materials with this band saw, purchase blades in widths up to 3/8″, and a length of 63-1/2″.

Do not cut ferrous metals with this band saw.

Common causes of blade breakage:

• Poor guide alignment and adjusting.

• Forcing or twisting a wide blade around a short radius.

• Feeding too fast.

• Dull teeth or not enough set.

• Too much blade tension.

• Setting top guide assembly too high above the workpiece.

• Lumpy or improperly finished braze or weld on the blade.

• Continuous running of blade when not cutting.

Fig. Q

To avoid possible injury or damage, NEVER use this band saw to cut ferrous metals.

CAUTION: When cutting nonferrous metals, metal shavings can react with wood dust and start a fire. To avoid this:

1. Disconnect any dust collection bag from the band saw.

2. Remove all traces of wood dust from inside the saw.

3. Remove all metal shavings from inside the saw before sawing wood again.

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Operation Recommended Blade Width (Inches)

Cross Cutting 1/4, 3/8 Mitering 1/4, 3/8 Beveling 1/4, 3/8 Compound Cutting 1/4, 3/8 Circle Cutting See Fig. P Curve Cutting 1/8, 1/4

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Fig. P

1/2″D1″D 1-1/2″D2″D 2-1/2″D

1/8″ 3/16″ 1/4″ 3/8″ 1/2″

Minimum Circle Diameter

Blade Width

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

• For your own safety, turn switch OFF and remove the plug from power source receptacle before maintaining, cleaning, adjusting, or lubricating your band saw.

• To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha, acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the band saw.

• To avoid eye injury from blowing debris, wear safety goggles when blowing out sawdust.

BAND SAW

Sawdust will accumulate under the table and base. This could cause difficulty in the movement of the body when setting up a band saw cut, and also cause a fire hazard.

Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust.

Keep your band saw clean. Remove the sawdust from the inside. Vacuum or blow out frequently.

Do not allow filth to build up on the table, the guides, or the support bearings. Clean them with gum and pitch remover. NOTE: Do not immerse the support bearing in the gum and pitch remover. Put a thin coat of paste wax on the table so that the wood slides easily while cutting.

BLADE WHEEL TIRES

Pitch and sawdust that build up on the tires, should be removed with a stiff brush or scraped off with a piece of wood. NOTE: To avoid damaging the tires, do not use a sharp knife or any kind of solvent. When the tires become worn they should be replaced. When replacing the tires, stretch them around the wheels but do not glue them on.

MOTOR

Frequently blow or vacuum out any sawdust from the motor.

To avoid electrocution or fire, immediately replace a worn, cut or damaged power cord.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings are packed with grease at the factory. They require no further lubrication.

BATTERIES

Check the batteries regularly to avoid deterioration. Remove the batteries if you will not be using the worklight for an extended time.

CAUTION: Never put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.

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MAINTENANCE

• To avoid injury from an accidental start, turn the switch OFF and remove the plug from the power source before making any adjustments.

• All electrical or mechanical repairs should be done only by qualified service technicians. Contact Hitachi Authorized Service Center.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBABLE CAUSE

1. Not tracking properly.

2. Defective blade.

1. Blade too loose.

2. Cutting too small a radius.

3. Dull blade.

4. Overloading motor.

1. Too much tension on the blade.

2. Kink in the blade caused by cutting too small a radius or turning the material too fast when cutting.

3. Cutting incorrect material.

1. Work not square.

2. Rate of feed too great.

3. Blade guides not adjusted properly.

4. Upper blade guide too far from workpiece.

5. Dull blade.

6. Blade guide assembly loose or blade thrust bearing loose.

1. Too much feed.

2. Blade too coarse.

1. Dust collection bag full.

2. Impeller loose or broken.

PROBLEM

Blade does not run in the center of the upper wheel.

Band saw slows down when cutting.

Blades braking.

Crooked cuts.

Rough cuts.

Dust collection not working.

REMEDY

1. Adjust tracking. See ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS section BLADE TRACKING.

2. Replace blade.

1. Adjust blade tension. See SCHEMATIC A, page 56. Adjust TENSION ROD, Ref. 0053, clockwise to increase tension; counterclockwise to decrease tension.

2. Stop feeding, back up the material slightly, until the band saw speeds up.

3. Replace blade.

4. Slow down, trying to cut too fast. See MOTOR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE on page 19.

1. Adjust blade tension. See SCHEMATIC A, page 56. Adjust TENSION ROD, Ref. 0053, clockwise to increase tension; counterclockwise to decrease tension.

2. Use correct cutting technique. See OPERATION section GENERAL CUTTING.

3. See OPERATION section BLADE SELECTION.

1. Use miter gauge; adjust tilt of head at 90°.

2. Reduce rate of feed.

3. Move both guide blocks within .002″ from blade (use gauge).

4. Adjust upper guide to just clear workpiece by 1/8″.

5. Replace blade.

6. Tighten blade thrust bearing within 1/64″ behind blade back.

1. Reduce feed.

2. Replace with finer blade.

1. Empty dust collection bag.

2. Replace impeller.

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