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contact Technical Service by calling 1-855-336-4032, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday.
WARRANTY PERIOD
The general warranty lasts for the time period specifi ed in the literature included with your product or on the offi cial JET
branded website, jettools.com.
WHO IS COVERED?
This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product from the date of delivery.
WHAT IS COVERED?
This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the limitations stated below. This warranty does not
cover failures due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, improper repair,
alterations or lack of maintenance.
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with any additional action needed. JET has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States. For the name
of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-855-336-4032 or use the Service Center Locator on the JET website.
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Vertical Band Saw
MORE INFORMATION
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visit the JET website, jettools.com.
HOW STATE LAW APPLIES
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, subject to applicable state law.
LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY
JET LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT.
EXCEPT AS STA TED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR
PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS. SOME
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THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
JET sells through distributors only . The specifi cations listed in JET printed materials and on offi cial JET website are given as
general information and are not binding. JET reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, those alterations
to parts, fi ttings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever. JET® branded
products are not sold in Canada by JPW Industries, Inc.
NOTE: JET is a division of JPW Industries, Inc. References in this document to JET also apply to JPW Industries, Inc., or
any of its successors in interest to the JET brand.
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2.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 WARRANTY AND SERVICE .........................................................................................................................................2
2.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................................4
6.0 UNCRATING AND ASSEMBLY .....................................................................................................................................8
8.1 VOLTAGE CONVERSION .........................................................................................................................................8
8.2 THREE-PHASE TEST RUN ......................................................................................................................................8
10.4 TOP GUIDE ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................................................................12
10.6 WORK LAMP BULB ..............................................................................................................................................12
11.1 MATERIAL COMPOSITION ...................................................................................................................................12
11.3 SET TYPE ..............................................................................................................................................................13
13.0 BAND SAW OPERATION..........................................................................................................................................17
1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these
warnings may cause serious injury.
3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
4. This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not
familiar with the proper and safe operation of a band saw, do not use until proper training and knowledge have been
obtained.
5. Do not use this band saw for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, JET®, disclaims any real or implied
warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use.
6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this band saw. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.
7. Before operating this band saw, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the elbows.
Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips are recommended. Do not
wear gloves.
8. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
9. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
10. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply.
11. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
12. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source.
13. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the machine before turning it on.
14. Avoid contact with coolant, especially guarding your eyes.
15. Always keeps hands and fingers away from the blade when the machine is running.
16. Never hand hold the material. Always use the vise and clamp it securely.
17. Always provide adequate support for long and heavy material.
18. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance purposes, use extreme
caution and replace the guards immediately after maintenance is complete.
19. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, 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.
Do not use power tools in damp/wet locations or other dangerous environments. Do not expose them to rain. Keep work
area well lighted. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare overhead lighting.
21. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease.
22.
Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away. Workshop should be childproof; padlocks, master
switches, remove starter keys.
23. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that
can result in serious injury.
24. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts. Do not
overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.
25. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed. The right tool will do the job better and more safely.
26. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
27. Maintain tools with care. Keep blade sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
28. Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides and thrust bearings.
29. Turn off the machine and disconnect from power before cleaning. Use a brush to remove chips or debris — do not use
your hands.
30. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.
31. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a
complete stop.
32. Be sure that the blade is not in contact with the workpiece when the motor is started. The motor shall be started and you
should allow the saw to come up to full speed before bringing the saw blade into contact with the workpiece.
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33. Adjust upper guide to clear workpiece. Hold workpiece fi rmly against table.
34. Direction of feed — feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
35. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualifi ed electrician in accordance with all applicable codes and
standards.
36. Do not remove jammed pieces until blade has stopped.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead which is known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, welding and other
construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk of exposure 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
specifi cally designed to fi lter out microscopic particles. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/wood.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
!
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it
may result in minor injury and/or possible machine
damage.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it
may result in serious or even fatal injury.
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4.0 INTRODUCTION
This manual is provided by JET® covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model EVBS-26.
This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Your machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble-free operation if
used in accordance with the instructions as set forth in this document.
If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our web site:
www.jettools.com. Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.
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5.0 SPECIFICATIONS
2120
658
600
1290
360
1000
Model NumberEVBS-26
Stock Number891115
Capacities
Height (max. in)14”
Throat (max. in)26”
Blade SpeedVariable
Low Range50
High Range5000
Motor3HP 230/460V 8/4 A
The specifi cations in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our
policy of continuous improvement, JET
®
, reserves the right to change specifi cations at any
time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
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6.0 UNCRATING AND ASSEMBLY
Note: Read and understand the entire manual before
attempting setup or operation.
1. Finish uncrating the saw and inspect for damage. Should any have occurred, contact your local distribu tor.
2. Remove any preservatives with kerosene or diesel oil.
Do not use gasoline, paint thinner, or any cellulose-
based product, as these will damage painted
surfaces.
3. Remove two socket head cap screws from left side of
vertical column. Attach shear assembly (A, Figure 1) to
column by inserting screws.
4. Place rip fence onto table and tighten with locking
knob.
A
4. To level the machine, place a machinist’s level on the
table and observe in both directions.
5. Use metal shims under the appropriate hold down
screw. Tighten screw and recheck for level.
6. Adjust with additional shims, as required, until table is
level when all mounting screws (or nuts) are tight.
8.0 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
!
All electrical connections must be done by a
qualifi ed electrician. All adjustments or repairs must
be done with machine disconnected from power
source. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
The Vertical Band Saw is rated at 230/460V and comes
from the factory prewired 230V.
You may either connect a proper UL-listed plug suitable
for 230 volt operation, or “hard-wire” the machine directly
to your electrical panel provided there is a disconnect near
the machine for the user.
The band saw must be grounded. A qualifi ed electrician
can make the proper electrical connections and confi rm
the power on site is compatible with the saw.
Before connecting to power source, make sure switch is in
off position.
Fig. 1
7.0 INSTALLATION
For best performance, the band saw should be located on
a solid and level foundation. Allow room for servicing and
for moving large stock around the band saw when deciding a location for the machine.
1. Remove four (4) nuts and washers holding band saw
to shipping crate bottom.
2. Use the lifting ring to lift band saw into its permanent
location. For best performance, band saw should be
bolted to fl oor after a level position has been found.
3. Using a square, adjust table 90 degrees to blade, both
front to back and side to side. Loosen the hex cap
screws below the table to move it and tighten to hold table in place. If necessary, adjust the pointers to
zero should they read different once table is perpen-
dicular to blade in both directions.
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8.1 VOLTAGE CONVERSION
To switch to 460V operation:
1. Switch the jumper wires on the circuit board. Remove
control panel from saw body and change the jumper
wires according to the list in section 18.0, Electrical
Connections.
2. If a plug is to be used, install a proper UL-listed plug
suitable for 460V operation.
IMPORTANT: Consult the diagrams in section 19.0 for
any clarifi cation of these changes on 230V to 460V con-
version.
8.2 THREE-PHASE TEST RUN
After wiring the band saw, you should check that the wires
have been connected properly. Connect machine to power
source and turn it on for an instant to watch direction of
blade movement.
If blade runs upward instead of downward, disconnect
machine from power, and switch any two of the three
leads in the motor junction box (see section 19.0, Wiring Diagram).
Vertical Band Saw
9.0 CONTROLS
Refer to Figures 2 and 3.
Low/High Range Shift Lever (B, Figure 2) -
Pull toward front of machine to shift into low speed range.
Push toward rear of machine to shift into high speed
range.
!
Move low/high range lever only while machine is
STOPPED. Failure to comply may damage gearbox.
Main Motor Stop Switch (I, Figure 3) -
Press to stop band saw.
Key Lock Switch (J, Figure 3) -
Turn to 12 o’clock position and remove key to lock out
power from the control panel. Insert key and turn to 3
o’clock position to turn on power to control panel.
Emergency Stop Switch (K, Figure 3) -
Press to stop all machine functions. Turn 90° to reset.
Power Lamp (L, Figure 3) -
Illuminated when power is being supplied to band saw.
Digital Readout (M, Figure 3) -
Indicates blade speed in feet per minute.
Speed Selection Handwheel (V, Figure 2) -
Turn clockwise to increase speed, counterclockwise to
decrease.
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Turn speed selection handwheel only while machine
is RUNNING. Failure to comply may damage gearbox.
Upper Blade Guide Lock Knob (D, Figure 2) -
Turn counterclockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten.
Upper Blade Guide Knob (E, Figure 2) -
Turn clockwise to raise blade guide assembly; counterclockwise to lower.
Work Lamp Switch (F, Figure 2) -
Located on top of lamp shade; turns lamp on and off.
Shear Lever (G, Figure 2) -
UP position allows insertion of blade end into shear. Pull
lever DOWN to cut blade.
Main Motor Start Switch (H, Figure 3) -
Press to start band saw.
E
D
G
F
V
B
Note: After saw is fi rst started or the speed has been
changed, allow at least a minute for the readout to
M
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L
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Fig. 3
Grinder Toggle Switch (N, Figure 4) -
Located on blade welder panel. Flip switch up to start
grinder; fl ip down to stop grinder.
Weld Button (O, Figure 4) -
Located on blade welder panel. Press and hold to start
welding. Shuts off automatically when weld is done. Release when weld is completed.
Anneal Button (P, Figure 4) -
Located on blade welder panel. Press and hold to anneal
blade, release to stop.
Blade Clamp Pressure Knob (Q, Figure 4) -
Located on blade welder panel. Sets pressure for different
width blades.
Blade Clamps (R, Figure 4) -
Located on blade welder panel. DOWN position allows
insertion of blade into clamp. Up position locks blade.
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Fig. 4
Blade Tension Handwheel (S, Figure 5) -
Located on underside of upper frame. Turn clockwise to
tension blade; counterclockwise to release tension on
blade.
Blade Tracking Knob (T, Figure 5) -
Located at upper rear of the saw. Turn clockwise to track
blade toward front of the blade wheel. Turn counterclockwise to track blade toward rear of the blade wheel.
Table Tilt Mechanism -
Take the appropriate supplied wrench and loosen the hex
nut (U, Figure 6), set table to desired angle and re-tighten
the nut.
T
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U
Fig. 6
10.0 ADJUSTMENTS
!
All adjustments or repairs to machine must be done
with power off and machine disconnected from
power source. Failure to comply may cause serious
injury.
10.1 BLADE TENSIONING
1. Raise upper blade guide by loosening lock knob (A,
Figure 7) and turning blade guide knob (B) clockwise until it stops.
2. Apply fi nger pressure to blade. Travel from vertical should be approximately 3/8” each way.
3. To tighten blade, turn handwheel (C, Figure 7) clock wise. To loosen blade, turn knob counterclock-
wise.
4. Use blade tension indicator (D, Figure 8) as reference
only. Blade should be tensioned using the fi nger pres-
sure method.
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stabilize the new setting.
B
A
10.3 BLADE GUIDE ADJUSTMENT
!
Blade guides must be properly adjusted or damage
may occur to blade and/or guides.
C
Fig. 7
10.2 BLADE TRACKING
Blade tracking may be required periodically depending on
the blade size and tension. The blade must be tensioned
as outlined in section 10.1 Blade Tensioning. Disconnect
the machine from the power source and open both blade
wheel doors. Shift high-low gearbox lever into the neutral
position. Turn upper blade wheel by hand while observing
blade position on the upper blade wheel. If adjustment is
necessary:
1. Turn blade tracking knob (E, Figure 8) clockwise to
track blade toward front of blade wheel.
2. Turn tracking knob counterclockwise to track blade
toward rear of blade wheel. Blade should be tracked
as close to center of top blade wheel as possible.
Note: Upper and lower blade guides should be moved
away and left loose from the blade while tracking adjustments are being made.
!
Guard has been removed to show detail. Always
operate saw with guard in place and properly
adjusted. Failure to comply may cause serious
injury.
1. Loosen lock knob (A, Figure 7) and turn blade guide
knob (B, Figure 7) until blade guide assembly is half way between table and head, then tighten lock
knob (A, Figure 7).
2. Loosen screw (F, Figure 9) and slide blade guide
assembly away from blade until it stops.
3. Loosen screw (G, Figure 9). Slide blade stop (H,
Figure 9) toward blade until a gap of 1/32” remains.
Tighten screw (G, Figure 9).
4. Slide blade guide assembly toward blade until blade
guides are just behind the gullets as in Figure 9.
Tighten screw (F, Figure 9).
5. Open upper access door and rotate blade wheel by
hand until weld portion of blade is between the two
fi ngers.
6. Loosen two hex cap screws (I, Figure 9) and adjust
each fi nger toward the blade. They should not touch the blade. Adjust for 0.010” clearance on either side.
7. Tighten two hex cap screws (I, Figure 9) once prop er adjustment has been made.
8. Adjust lower blade guides in the same manner.
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Note: Even properly adjusted blade guides will show
wear after continual use. Readjust as necessary. If the
blade guides become diffi cult to adjust, switch the left
and right blade guides.
D
Fig. 8
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10. Turn on saw and check blade tracking. Adjust track ing if necessary.
H
G
I
F
Fig. 9
10.4 TOP GUIDE ADJUSTMENT
Always position top guide to within 1/8” of the top surface of workpiece. This minimizes exposure of operator’s
hands to the saw blade.
10.5 CHANGING SAW BLADES
1. Disconnect saw from power source.
2. Move upper blade guide to its highest position and
lock in place.
3. Open both wheel doors. Turn tension adjustment
knob counterclockwise to loosen tension on
blade.
4. Remove blade guard from column. Remove blade
from both wheels and maneuver it around protective
shield on upper blade guide. Use gloves when
handling blades.
5. Install new blade by maneuvering around blade shield on upper blade guide.
6. Place it between the fi ngers of both blade guides and onto both wheels. Position next to both wheel
fl anges. Make sure teeth point down toward table.
NOTE: If teeth will not point downward regardless
of blade orientation, the blade is inside-out. Twist
blade outside-in and reinstall.
7. Verify that blade rests against ball bearing (Figure
10), not behind it.
8. Reinstall blade guard on column.
9. Tension blade by turning tension knob. Rotate wheel by hand and make sure blade is properly seated in blade guides. Blade guides will have to be adjusted if the replacement blade is a different
type and width.
Fig. 10
10.6 WORK LAMP BULB
The work lamp uses a standard medium-base 60 watt
bulb (not provided).
11.0 BLADE SELECTION
Proper blade selection is just as important to band saw
operation as is blade speed and material feed. Proper
blade selection will impact blade life, straightness of cut,
cut fi nish, and effi ciency of operation. Excessive blade
breakage, stripping of teeth, and waviness of cut are some
of the results of improper blade selection.
Blades are classifi ed by material composition, tooth
shape, tooth pitch, tooth set, gage of the band material,
and kerf of the set (width of cut).
11.1 MATERIAL COMPOSITION
Carbon Steel – low cost, for use with non-ferrous materi-
als, wood, and plastics.
High Speed Steel – resists heat generated by dry cutting.
Used for ferrous metals.
Alloy Steel – tough and wear resistant, cuts faster with
longer blade life. Used on hard materials. More expensive
than carbon or high speed steel.
Carbide Tipped – for cutting unusual materials such as
uranium, titanium, or beryllium.
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11.2 TOOTH SHAPE
Note: When cutting thin materials, the rule for blade
pitch is to have a minimum of two teeth engaging the
material being cut at all times.
Standard Tooth - generally used to cut ferrous metals,
hard bronze, hard brass, and thin metals.
Skip Tooth - have better chip clearance (larger gullet) and
are used on softer, non-ferrous materials such as aluminum, copper, magnesium, and soft brass.
Hook Tooth - provides a chip breaker and has less
tendency to gum up in softer materials. Used in the same
materials as skip tooth but can be fed faster than standard
or skip tooth blades.
11.3 SET TYPE
Straight Set – used for free cutting non-ferrous materials;
i.e., aluminum, magnesium, plastics, and wood.
Wavy Set – used on materials of varying thickness (pipe,
tubing, and structural shapes).
Raker Set – used in large cuts on thick plate and bar stock
where fi nish of cut is not as important as speed.
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Never adjust guide fi ngers while blade is running.
Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
11.7 BLADE BREAKAGE
Band saw blades are subject to high stresses and breakage may sometimes be unavoidable. However, many factors can be controlled to help prevent most blade breakage. Here are some common causes for breakage:
1. Misalignment of blade guides.
2. Feeding workpiece too quickly.
3. Using a wide blade to cut a short radius curve.
4. Excessive tension.
5. Teeth are dull or improperly set.
6. Upper guides are set too high off the workpiece.
7. Faulty weld on blade.
12.0 WELDER OPERATION
11.4 GAGE
Gage is the thickness of material from which the blade is
produced. The thicker the material, the stronger the blade.
11.5 KERF
Kerf is the width of a cut. Kerf will vary according to the set
of the blade teeth.
11.6 WIDTH
The thinner the blade, the tighter will be the minimum radius
of cut. Always use widest blade possible for the job.
General rules for blade selection:
• Select coarser pitch blades for thicker or softer material.
• Select fi ner pitch blades for thinner or harder material.
• Use fi ne pitch blades to obtain a smooth fi nish.
• Use coarse pitch blades to obtain faster cutting speeds (thick material).
• To prevent premature blade wear, use fastest practical
speed.
• Adjust feed rate to ensure continuous cutting action.
• Run the bandsaw with blade centered in upper and
lower guides, and guide fi ngers adjusted as close as possible without touching the blade or weld joint.
!
Wear eye protection while operating welder. Use
care when handling blade after welding to avoid
burns.
The welding procedure involves the following steps:
Shearing the blade, grinding teeth to allow for the weld
area, the actual welding, inspection of blade, annealing,
grinding and a fi nal inspection of blade. This procedure
can be accomplished using the shear and welder assemblies on your band saw. Proceed as follows:
12.1 SHEARING
Cut blade to longest length needed for band saw. Using
the shear to cut your blade will ensure that cut ends are
fl at, square and smooth.
1. Place handle in upright position.
2. Position blade against back of square cutting guide
of shear. See Figure 11. Make sure blade is held
square with shear knife, so that cut will be square
with blade. (Continue on next page).
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3. Position blade so that cut is made at a place that
allows for uniform spacing of teeth. See Figure 12.
4. Bring handle down fi rmly to cut blade.
IMPORTANT: If a blade has been cut by using snips,
the ends of the blade must be ground square before
welding them together, as shown in Figure 14.
GRIND HERE
If snips are used
to cut blade,
grind ends square
as shown.
Fig. 13
12.3 WELDING
Fig. 11
12.2 REMOVING TEETH
In fi ne pitched blades, one or more of the teeth on each
side of the cut may need to be removed by grinding so
that the weld area of the blade is uniform and the teeth will
be uniformly spaced. See Figure 12, and refer to section
12.5 Blade grinding.
Clean blade ends which
will contact welder jaws
Cut off blade ends square.
Allow for correct tooth spacing.
Grind off teeth
within welding area
Areas consumed
by welding
Fig. 12
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The welder is designed for intermittent use. Repeated welding within a short period of time may cause
welder to overheat.
1. Clean welder jaws and lower jaw inserts.
2. Carefully clean ends of blade which will contact
welder jaws. Remove any dirt, oil, scale and oxide.
!
Any rust (oxide) on blade in vicinity of weld must
be ground off before blade can be welded.
3. Turn pressure knob (Figure 14) to “0” position
(pointed downward).
NOTE: There will be some resistance when turning
knob.
4. Insert one end of blade into left clamp. Position back
edge of blade against back edge of left clamp. Then
position the end of the blade midway between left
and right clamps. Tighten left clamp.
5. Insert opposite end of blade into right clamp. Position
back edge of blade against back edge of right clamp.
Then butt the end of blade against the other end of
blade (the blade ends need to be in contact with
each other). Tighten right clamp.
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6. Set pressure selector switch (counterclockwise rota tion) to the approximate setting required for the width
of the blade being welded.
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Misaligned Weld
Keep hands clear of weld area and clamp jaws
during welding.
7. Press and hold weld button (Figure 14). When weld
button is pushed, the left clamp moves to the right to
apply pressure to the blade ends. Simultaneously,
sparks will be emitted from the blade ends as they
are being welded. Do not release weld button until
blade joint is “red hot.”
Fig. 14
Incomplete Weld
“Blown-out” Weld
Overlapped Weld
Fig. 15
12.4 ANNEALING
The blade must now be annealed, or cooled at a
controlled rate to prevent it becoming too brittle.
The general procedure follows. Specifi c procedure will
depend upon blade type, as described in sections 12.4.1
through 12.4.3.
1. Turn pressure selector knob all the way to left so
clamp jaws are closest to each other.
2. Insert blade into clamps so that weld area is cen-
tered between clamps. Secure blade in jaws with the
clamp handles.
3. Quickly press and release (“jog”) the anneal button
(Figure 14). Repeat jog process until you see a slightly red glow from weld area.
8. Release weld button, and wait 3 or 4 seconds until
blade returns to original color. Unclamp blade.
9. Rotate pressure selector switch back to “0”.
10. Remove blade from clamps, and carefully inspect it.
The spacing of the teeth should be uniform and the
weld should be located in center of gullet. Misalign-
ment is easily noted at this time from the weld ap-
pearance. See Figure 15 for examples of incorrect
welds.
11. If the weld is imperfect, refer to section 15.3 for pos sible remedies to any problems. Make corrections
before annealing.
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Do not press and hold the anneal push button. The
weld will be overheated and will fail due to excessive heat.
4. Release both blade clamps, allow blade to cool, then
remove blade from clamps.
5. Check weld integrity. Bend blade to form a radius at
point of weld. The size of the radius should be ap-
proximately the same as radius of band saw drive
wheel. The weld must hold and not break or crack af ter forming the radius. If the weld breaks, cut away
welded area and repeat welding-annealing process.
6. Check to make sure welded section is same thick
ness as rest of blade. If not, grind off excess weld
material using the grinder. Refer to section 12.5,
Blade Grinding.
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If blade is thicker at the weld than at the rest of the
blade, using the blade may damage the guides.
The following are variations of the general procedure,
based upon blade type:
12.4.1 CARBON STEEL BLADES
1. Press and jog the annealing switch button until weld
is a “dull cherry” to “cherry red” color.
2. Allow blade to cool slowly by decreasing jogging
frequency.
12.4.2 CARBON STEEL HARD BACK BLADES
1. Heat blade slowly until weld becomes a deep blue
color.
2. Continue to heat by jogging the anneal button until
the width of the blue color is one-half the length of
the band exposed between the jaws.
3. Do not overheat or the temper of the band will be
damaged. Caution - Do not heat beyond the “blue” stage. If the band begins to show any red
color, it is too hot. Cool quickly by releasing the
anneal button.
WELDER JAWS
12.4.3 BI-METAL BLADES
1. Heat blade slowly by jogging the annealing switch
button until weld just begins to emit light (dull red
color). The desired color may not always be visible in
normal room light - always shade the weld area with
your hand.
2. Cool the weld quickly by releasing the annealing
button.
3. Follow this procedure before and after grinding bimetal blades.
12.5 BLADE GRINDING
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Keep hands away from rotating grinding wheel.
Failure to comply may cause serious injury. Always
heed the indicator light – when glowing, it warns
that the grinder motor is running.
After annealing, the blade must be ground to remove
excess metal or fl ash from the weld. With the teeth facing
out, grind the weld carefully (Figure 17). Do not hit the
teeth, or grind deeper than the weld, burn, or overheat
the weld area. Be sure to remove fl ash from back edge of
blade. Any fl ash or “stub” teeth which project beyond the
normal set or height of the other teeth must be ground off.
Figure 18 illustrates some unacceptable grindings.
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BLUE COLOR
SHOULD BE 1/2
DISTANCE BETWEEN JAWS
Correct Annealing of Carbon Steel
Hard Back Blades
Fig. 16
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3. When the saw has completed about 1/3 of the cut,
increase the feed rate slightly and allow the saw to
complete the cut.
4. Keep the feed rate at the same setting and begin a
second cut on the same or similar workpiece.
5. When the saw has completed about 1/3 of the cut,
increase the feed rate while watching the chip forma tion until cutting is at its most effi cient rate (refer to
“Evaluating Cutting Effi ciency” below). Allow the saw to complete the cut.
6. The blade is now considered ready for use.
Bad Grindings
12.6 SECONDARY ANNEALING
Anneal the weld 2 to 3 times again after grinding.
12.7 WELDER CLEAN-UP
It is important that the welder jaws be kept clean at all
times. The jaws and inserts must be wiped or scraped
clean after every weld. Doing this will ensure better welds
by:
1. Holding proper alignment.
2. Preventing fl ash from becoming embedded in the
blade.
3. Preventing shorts or poor electrical contact.
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13.0 BAND SAW OPERATION
Consult section 9.0 for identifi cation of the controls.
Unlock the control panel using the provided key.
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13.2 SETTING BLADE SPEED
1. Refer to Speed and Pitch chart in section 16.0.
Select speed setting for the material to be cut.
2. While machine is NOT running, move gear shift lever
(B, Figure 2) to required speed setting (high or low).
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Move gear shift lever only when machine is NOT
running, to prevent damage to gearbox.
Rotate speed setting knob only when machine is
running.
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Never operate band saw without blade and wheel
covers in place and secured.
13.1 BLADE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
New blades are very sharp and therefore have a tooth geometry that is easily damaged if a careful break-in procedure is not followed. Consult the blade manufacturer’s literature for break-in of specifi c blades on specifi c materials. The
following procedure will be adequate, however, for break-in
of JET-supplied blades on lower alloy ferrous materials.
1. Use a section of round stock.
2. Operate the saw at low speed. Start the cut with a
very light feed rate.
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13.3 EVALUATING CUTTING EFFICIENCY
The best way to determine whether a blade is cutting effi -
ciently is to observe the chips formed by the cutting.
• If chip formation is powdery, then the feed rate is too
light, or blade is dull.
• If the chips formed are curled, but colored – blue or
straw colored from heat generated during the cut –
then feed rate is excessive.
• If chips are slightly curled and not colored by heat,
then the blade is suffi ciently sharp and is cutting at its most effi cient rate.
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14.0 MAINTENANCE
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Before doing maintenance on the machine, disconnect it from the electrical supply by pulling out the
plug or switching off the main switch. Failure to
comply may cause serious injury.
Use a brush to loosen accumulated chips and debris. Use
a shop vacuum to remove the debris. Make sure the chip
brush on the lower band wheel is properly adjusted.
If the power cord is worn, cut, or damaged in any way,
have it replaced immediately.
Wipe off the rubber tires, and clean the tables after each
day’s use.
14.1 LUBRICATION SCHEDULE
• Upper Blade Guide Shaft – lightly grease weekly.
Clean after each day’s use.
• Speed Change Handle – grease monthly with a
light fi lm on teeth and threads.
• Variable Pulley - insert a light weight grease into
the grease fi tting located on end of pulley shaft.
• Blade Tension Screw – grease monthly.
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15.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
15.1 OPERATING PROBLEMS
Table 1
TroubleProbable CauseRemedy
Blade has been improperly welded.Re-weld blade. See section 12.3
Blade not installed properly.Set guide inserts closer, and increase
Saw blade is twisted.
Cuts not straight.
Blade slips off wheel(s).
Blade quickly becomes dull.
Blade warps.
Band Saw is noisy, or vibrates too
much.
Blade teeth keep breaking.
Blade becomes damaged easily.
Feeding workpiece too forcefully.Decrease feed rate.
Incorrect choice of blade.Use proper width blade for radius or
Blade tooth has improper set.File to proper set or replace blade.
Inadequate blade tension.Increase tension.
Guide post too high.Set guide post closer to workpiece.
Feed rate too strong.Decrease feed rate.
Inadequate blade tension.Increase tension.
Wheels not aligned properly.Contact technical service for adjust-
Blade speed too fast.Use slower speed.
Wrong blade for the job.Use proper blade for workpiece.
Feed rate excessive.Decrease feed rate.
Dull blade.Sharpen or replace blade.
Guide post not fi xed properly.Fix guide post in position.
Blade not tensioned enough.Increase tension.
Blade not 90° to table.Adjust table perpendicular to blade.
Band Saw not resting on level surface. Floor must be fl at.
Variable speed pulley is damaged.Replace pulley.
Incorrect blade for the job.Select proper blade pitch and style.
Blade is of inferior material.Use better quality blade.
Blade has been over-annealed.Decrease annealing temperature.
Too large a gap between blade guides
and blade.
Blade too wide for short radius cutting. Select narrower blade appropriate to
blade tension.
wavy line cutting.
ment of wheel alignment.
Adjust proper gap between guides and
blade. See section 10.3
the job.
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15.2 MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS
Table 2
TroubleProbable CauseRemedy
Verify machine is connected to power
source. Make sure START button is
pushed in completely, and STOP button is disengaged.
When the band saw overloads on
the circuit breaker built into the motor
starter, it may take time for the machine to cool down before restart.
Allow unit to adequately cool before
attempting restart. If problem persists, check amp setting on the motor
starter.
One cause of overloading trips which
are not electrical in nature is too heavy
a cut. The solution is to reduce feed
pressure into the blade. If too heavy
a cut is not the problem, then check
the amp setting on the overload relay.
Match the full load amps on the motor
as noted on the motor plate. If amp
setting is correct then there is probably
a loose electrical lead.
Verify that band saw is on a circuit of
correct size. If circuit size is correct,
there is probably a loose electrical
lead.
If you have access to a voltmeter, you
can separate a starter failure from a
motor failure by fi rst, verifying incom-
ing voltage at 220+/-10% and second,
checking the voltage between starter
and motor at 220+/-10%. If incoming
voltage is incorrect, you have a power
supply problem. If voltage between
starter and motor is incorrect, you
have a starter problem. If voltage between starter and motor is correct, you
have a motor problem.
Clean motor of dust or debris to allow
proper air circulation. Allow motor to
cool down before restarting.
If electric motor is suspect, you have
two options: Have a qualifi ed elec-
trician test the motor for function or
remove the motor and take it to a
qualifi ed electric motor repair shop
and have it tested.
Machine will not start/restart or repeatedly trips circuit breaker or blows
fuses.
No incoming power.
Cord damaged.Replace cord.
Overload automatic reset has not
reset.
Band Saw frequently trips.
Building circuit breaker trips or fuse
blows.
Switch or motor failure (how to distinguish).
Motor overheated.
Motor failure.
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Double check to confi rm all electrical
connections are correct. Refer to appropriate wiring diagrams to make any
needed corrections.
If switch is suspect, you have two options: Have a qualifi ed electrician test
the switch for function, or purchase a
new start switch and establish if that
was the problem on changeout.
Replace with adequate size and length
cord.
Machine will not start/restart or repeatedly trips circuit breaker or blows
fuses (cont.)
Band Saw does not come up to speed.
Miswiring of the unit.
Switch failure.
Extension cord too light or too long.
Low current.Contact a qualifi ed electrician.
15.3 WELDED BLADE INSPECTION
Table 3
TroubleProbable CauseRemedy
Dirt or scale on clamp jaws or blade.Always keep jaws clean. Clean blade
before welding.
Blade ends not square.Before welding, grind cut edges of
blade until they are square. Use the
Weld is misaligned.
Misaligned weld: Blade ends are overlapped.
Weld breaks when used.
Incomplete weld.
Brittle weld.
Blade ends not correctly aligned when
clamped in jaws.
Worn clamp jawsReplace clamp jaws.
Clamp jaws not aligned correctly.Align jaws correctly.
Pressure knob is set for wider blade
than the one used.
Blade ends or clamp jaws not aligned
correctly.
Weld is weak and incomplete; possible
“blow holes” (see Figure 16).
Weld has been ground too thin.Cut and re-weld blade ends.
Weld incorrectly annealed.Follow annealing instructions in sec-
Pressure knob not set correctly.Make appropriate adjustment
Improper clamping procedures.Use proper procedures. See section
circuit at end of welding operation.
Clamp jaw movement obstructed by
kinked jaw cable or tangled wires.
Incorrect annealing heat.Bring weld up to correct color. See
Scale or oil on weld caused poor
annealing.
shear on the band saw for square
cuts.
Align ends properly before clamping.
Adjust pressure knob correctly for
particular blade width.
Make corrections as needed.
Cut and re-weld blade ends.
tion 12.4.
12.0.
Replace limit switch.
Bend cable and untangle wires.
section 12.4
Keep clamp jaws and blade clean.
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15.4 WELDER MECHANICAL PROBLEMS
Table 4
TroubleProbable CauseRemedy
Weld could not be made. Jaws do not
move.
Weld area melts when weld switch is
pushed.
Blade cannot be tightly clamped with
the clamp jaws.
Annealing doesn’t occur when annealing button is pushed.
Annealing button will not return to
correct position after release.
Grinder will not run when Grinder
switch is pushed.
Wire connection is poor; connecting
point of welding switch is bad.
Transformer burned out.Change transformer, or rewire it.
Blade has oil on it.Wipe off any oil.
Blade ends have rust.Grind off rust.
Welding switch is cutting off late.Screw welding switch connecting nut
Welding press too weak.Rotate pressure selector knob accord-
Jaw movement too slow.Put some oil on rear side of welding
Clamp jaws are out of order, or decayed.
Lower jaw inserts are out of order.Replace lower jaw inserts.
Annealing switch connection is poor.Replace annealing switch.
Fuse blown.Replace fuse.
Annealing button has dust or debris
around it.
Grinder motor is burnt out.Change grinder motor or rewire it.
Grinder switch is bad.Replace grinder switch.
Change switch, or grind the connecting port with a fi le.
tighter.
ingly.
lever and the two jaws.
Replace clamp jaws.
Remove annealing button housing and
clean out any dust or debris.
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16.0 SPEED AND PITCH CHART
Table 5
Sawing speed (Ft/min) for specifi ed Materal and thicknessPitch (No. of teeth/inch)
Material
High carbon steel706060454518141064
Free cutting steel604540303018141264
Ordinary tool steel403030252024181484
High speed steel302520202024141284
Stainless steel252020202018141084
Thick iron plate453020202018141084
Cast iron454030252018141284
Aluminum 108, A108365275180120601810633
A132, C133365275180120601810633
13,43,85,4032,6151550425245150901810633
113,138,152,B-195550380275180901810633
B-214,312,333550380275180901810633
212,355,356,360,380550380275180901810633
142,195,7509158257356706101810633
2014,2018,20259158257356706101810633
6053,70759158257356706101810633
6061,60631500122010659157701810633
122,214,218,22015001385122010659151810633
1100,2011,2017,3003,3004150015001500138512201810633
2024,505215001500150015006101810633
Magnesium bronze12575402520148633
Leaded commercial bronze915610450305150148633
Commercial bronze150105603020148633
Free cutting brass1220915610450300148633
Forging brass610460335245150148633
High leaded brass1065825565410260148633
Leaded brass610460275215150148633
Low loaded brass4553051506020148333
Leaded copper765550360240120148333
Cadmium copper9060302520148333
Magnesium150013851220915610148333
Cadmium12201065915915760148633
Manganese60453025202414633
Nickel55403025201814633
Bdellium55454035251814633
Chrome50402520201814633
Silicon55303020201814633
Carbon (8~35)12201065915765610106333
Carbon (35~65)6152459045201410633
Carbon (1008~1095)60453025202414633
Rubber46015590604518141086
Plastics15001065765550455108333
Resimene150013751065915765108633
Leather122010659158557951410643
Corkboard15001375122010659151814863
Thickness~1/41/4~11~33~66~~1/4 1/4~1 1~3 3~6 6~
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17.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS —
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Replacement parts are listed on the following pages.
To order parts or reach our service department, call
1-855-336-4032, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. CST. Having the Model Number and Serial Number
of your machine available when you call will allow us to
serve you
quickly and accurately.