Jet HVBS-710S Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

7x10-in ch Belt Dri ven Mitering Band Saw

Mode l HVBS-7 10 S

WALTER MEIER (Manuf acturing) Inc.

427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M- 413451

1.0 Warranty and Service

Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET® tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-800-274-6848.

MORE INFORMATION

Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local Walter Meier distributor, or visit waltermeier.com.

WARRANTY

JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW = Woodworking).

WHAT IS COVERED?

This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below. Cutting tools, abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage.

WHO IS COVERED?

This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product.

WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE?

The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED?

Five Year Warranties do not cover woodworking (WW) products used for co mmercial, industrial or educational purposes. Woodworking products with Five Year Warranties that are used for commercial, industrial or education purposes revert to a One Year Warranty. This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, improper repair or alterations, or lack of maintenance.

HOW TO GET SERVICE

The product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to a location designated by us. For the name of the location nearest you, please call 1-800-274-6848. You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the co mplaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchase price, at our option. We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will, at your direction, dispose of or return the product. In the event you choose to have the product returned, you will be responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return.

HOW STATE LAW APPLIES

This warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY

WALTER MEIER (MANUFACTURING) INC., LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO T HE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. WALTER MEIER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR FOR INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Walter Meier sells through distributors only. The specifications in Walter Meier catalogs are given as general information and are not binding. Members of Walter Meier reserve the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever. JET® branded products are not sold in Canada by Walter Meier.

2.0 Table of Contents

Section Page

1.0 Warranty and Service ................................................................................................................... 2

2.0 Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................... 3

3.0 Safety Warnings........................................................................................................................... 4

4.0 About this manual ........................................................................................................................ 5

5.0 Features ...................................................................................................................................... 6

6.0 Specifications............................................................................................................................... 6

7.0 Set-Up and Assembly ................................................................................................................... 8

7.1 Unpacking and cleanup .............................................................................................................8

7.2 Shipping contents .....................................................................................................................8

7.3 Assembly .................................................................................................................................9

7.4 Vertical cutting plate ................................................................................................................ 10

7.5 Vert ical support post ............................................................................................................... 10

7.6 Coolant system ....................................................................................................................... 11

8.0 Electrical connections ................................................................................................................. 11

8.1 Grounding instructions ............................................................................................................ 11

8.2 Voltage conversion ................................................................................................................. 12

8.3 Extension cords ...................................................................................................................... 12

9.0 Adjustments ............................................................................................................................... 13

9.1 Squaring blade to table ........................................................................................................... 13

9.2 Squaring blade to vise ............................................................................................................. 13

9.3 Vise positioning ...................................................................................................................... 13

9.4 Miter cuts ............................................................................................................................... 14

9.5 Setting feed rate ..................................................................................................................... 14

9.6 Counterbalance spring ............................................................................................................ 14

9.7 Blade installation/replace me nt ................................................................................................. 14

9.8 Blade tension.......................................................................................................................... 15

9.9 Blade tracking......................................................................................................................... 16

9.10 Test cutting to verify adjustment ............................................................................................. 16

9.11 Sett ing blade speed .............................................................................................................. 17

9.12 Blade guide adjustment ......................................................................................................... 17

9.13 Chip brush ............................................................................................................................ 18

9.14 Limit switch ........................................................................................................................... 18

10.0 Operating controls .................................................................................................................... 18

11.0 Operation................................................................................................................................. 19

11.1 Pre-Operation inspection ....................................................................................................... 19

11.2 Blade break-in procedure ...................................................................................................... 19

11.3 General operating proced ure ................................................................................................. 19

11.4 Evaluating cutting efficiency ................................................................................................... 20

12.0 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 20

12.1 Coolant level......................................................................................................................... 20

12.2 Gear box .............................................................................................................................. 20

13.0 Troubleshooting t he HVBS-710S ............................................................................................... 21

14.0 Replacement Parts ................................................................................................................... 22

14.1 . 1 HVBS-710S Table and Stand Assembly – E xploded View..................................................... 23

14.1 . 2 HVBS-710S Bow As s embly – Exploded View ....................................................................... 24

14.1 . 3 HVBS-710S Assembly – Parts List ...................................................................................... 25

15.0 Electrical Connectio ns for HVBS-710S ....................................................................................... 30

work in a well- ventilated area a nd work w ith approved safety eq uipment, s uch as face or dust masks that are specifically desig ned to filter out microscopic particles.

3.0 Safety Warnings

1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation.

2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machi ne and in t his 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 d esigned a nd 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 bee n obtai ned.

5. Do not use t his band saw for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, Walter M eier (Manufacturi ng), I nc., disclai ms any real or i mplied warra nty a nd holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use.

6. Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses/face shields while using this band saw. Ever y day eyeglasses only have impact resis tant lenses; they are not saf ety glas ses.

7. Before operating this machine, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair. Nonslip footwear or anti-skid floor strips are recommended.

8. Wear ear protectors ( plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operat io n.

9. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductiv e harm. Some e xamples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead based paint.

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement

and other masonry products.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically

treat ed lumber.

Your risk of e xposure varies, de pending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals,

10. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the i nfluence of dr ugs, alc ohol or a ny medication.

11. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply.

12. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.

13. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source.

14. Remove adj usti ng keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on.

15. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the mac hine is i n use. If removed f or maintenance purposes, use extreme c aution and replace the guards immediately after maintenance is complete.

16. Make sure workpiece is securely clamped i n the vise. Never use your hand to hold t he workpiece.

17. Check coolant le vel fr equently. Replace dirty or weak c oolant.

18. Check damaged part s. Befor e furt her us e 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 a ny other conditio ns that may aff ect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

19. Inspect blade for cracks, wear or missing teeth. Rep lace blade if t hese sympto ms are found.

20. Provide for adequate space surrounding work ar ea and non-glare, overhead lighti ng.

21. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap mater ial, oil and grease.

22. Keep visitors a saf e distance fr om the wor k area. Keep children a way.

23. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.

24. Give your work undi vided attention. Look ing around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury.

25. Maintain a balanced sta nce at all times so that you do not fall or lea n against the blade or other mo ving part s. Do not overr each or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.

26. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rat e. Do not force a tool or at tac hme nt to do a job for which it was not designed. The right t ool will do the job bet t er and more safely.

27. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.

28. Maintain tools w ith care. Keep blades s harp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

29. Make sure the workpiece is securely attached or clamped t o the table. Never use your hand to hol d t he work pie ce.

30. Turn off the machine and disconnect from power before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips or sw arf — do not us e your hands.

31. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.

32. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop.

33. Remove loose items a nd unnecess ary wor k pieces from the area before starting the machine.

Familiarize your self with t he fo llowing 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 fat al injury.

4.0 About this manual

This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc. covering the safe operation and maintenance proc edures for a JET Model HVBS-710S Ba nd Saw . This manual co ntai ns instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Y our machine has been designed and constr ucted to provide years of t rouble-free oper ation if used in accordance with the instructions set forth in this document.

This manual is not intended to be an exhaustive guide to band saw operations, stock selection, etc. Consult a machinery handbook a nd/or e xperie nced users f or add itional inform atio n. Whatever accept ed methods or materials are used, always make per sonal safety a priority.

If there are questions or comments, please co ntact your local supplier or Walt er Meier. Walter Meier can also be reached at our web site: www.walt er meier.com.

Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.

5.0 Features

Figure 1

1. Blade tension handle

2. Cast iron bow

3. Coolant taps

4. Centralized control switch

5. 4-step p ulley system with v-belt

6. 3/4 HP motor

7. Ball bearing b lade gui des

8. Chip brush

9. Hydraulic cylinder with valve r egulat or

10. Adjustable work stop

11. Steel stand with coolant tank

12. Chip guide plate

13. Vise handwheel with quick release

14. Cast iron tabl e

15. Adjustable floating vise

16. Fixed vise

17. Rotating disc hub for miter cuts

6.0 Specifications

Model Number ............................................................................................................................................... HVBS-710S

Stock Number ........................................................................................................................................................413451

Materials:

Frame ............................................................................................................................................................. cast iron

Table .............................................................................................................................................................. cast iron

Blade wheels .................................................................................................................................................. cast iron

Base ..................................................................................................................................................................... steel

Vertical cutting plate ............................................................................................................................................. steel

Blade included ......................................................................................................................... bi-metal, variable tooth

Blade guides.............................................................................................................................................. ball bearing

Capacities:

Miter angle...............................................................................................................................................90 to 45 deg.

Round capacity at 90° .............................................................................................................................. 7” (180 mm)

Round capacity at 45° .............................................................................................................................. 4” (100 mm)

Round capacity at 30° ......................................................................................................................... 6-3/4” (171mm)

Rectangle capacity at 90° (W x H) .............................................................................. 7” x 10-13/64” (180 x 260 mm)

Rectangle capacity at 45° (W x H) ....................................................................................... 3-3/4” x 4” (95x 100 mm)

Rectangle capacity at 30° (W x H) .................................................................................... 5-3/4” x 6” (146 x 150 mm)

Coolant tank capacity .............................................................................................................................. 9L (2.25 gal)

Motor and Electricals:

Motor type ................................................................................ totally enclosed fan cooled, induction, capacitor start

Horsepower ......................................................................................................................................... 1 HP (0.75 kW)

Phase ................................................................................................................................................................. single

Voltage ..............................................................................................................................115/230 V (prewired 115V)

Cycle ................................................................................................................................................................... 60Hz

Listed FLA (full load amps)................................................................................................................................ 14/7 A

Start Capacitor .............................................................................................................................. 300 MFD 125 VAC

Run Capacitor ........................................................................................................................................ 20μf/250VAC

Starting amps ........................................................................................................................................................ 35A

Running amps (no load) ........................................................................................................................................ 12A

Power transfer ........................................................................................................................ 4-step pulley with v-belt

Control switch .......................................................................................................... push button with emergency stop

Motor speed ................................................................................................................................................. 1720 rpm

Blade speeds........................................................................................................................... 86, 132, 178, 260 sfpm

Power cord length ............................................................................................................................... 6 feet (180 cm)

Power cord type ........................................................................................................................................ 16AWGx3c

Power plug installed ............................................................................................................................................... yes

Recommended circuit size

..............................................................................................20A for 115V; 15A for 230V

Noise emission:

without load............................................................................................................... 70 dB at 60 inches from blade

with load.................................................................................................................... 75 dB at 60 inches from blade

Coolant pump:

Horsepower .......................................................................................................................................................1/8 HP

Phase ................................................................................................................................................................. single

Voltage ........................................................................................................................................................ 115/230 V

Cycle ................................................................................................................................................................... 60Hz

Listed FLA (full load amps).......................................................................................................................... 0.5/0.25 A

Capacitor ...................................................................................................................................................... 3μF 450V

Weights:

Net Weight ...........................................................................................................................................396 lb (180 kg)

Shipping Weight ...................................................................................................................................462 lb (210 kg)

Dimensions:

Blade ....................................................................................................3/4"W x 0.032”T x 93”L (19 x 0.9 x 2360 mm)

Blade wheel diameter ....................................................................................................................... 11-1/2” (292 mm)

Vise jaw height ......................................................................................................................................... 4” (102 mm)

Vise jaw depth .......................................................................................................................................... 7” (180 mm)

Table size (LxW) ................................................................................................................... 17” x 7” (432 x 178 mm)

Table height from floor, horizontal .................................................................................................... 22-7/8” (580 mm)

Vertical cutting plate ...................................................................................................9-1/2”L x 10”W (241 x 254 mm)

Cutting plate height from floor .................................................................................................... 42-29/32” (1090 mm)

Overall assembled, horizontal position............................................ 50”L x 31-1/2”W x 48”H (1260 x 800x 1220 mm)

Overall assembled, vertical position ..................................... 50”L x 31-1/2”W x 72-29/64”H (1260 x 800 x 1840 mm)

Other:

Miter stops ............................................................................................................................................90 and 45 deg.

Blade tension range ...................................................................................... 22000-25000 lb/in² (1550-1760 kg/cm²)

subject to local and national electrical codes.

The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement, Walter Meier reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.

7.0 Set-Up and Assembly

7.1 Un packing and cleanu p

Inspect contents of shipping container for shipping damage. Report any damage to your distributor.

Remove all co nte nts f rom carton, a nd co mpare to the contents list in this manual. Report any part shortages to your distrib utor. Do not discard carton or packing material until machine is assembled a nd running satisfact or ily.

Exposed metal areas have a rust preventative applied. Re mo ve this wit h a sof t r ag and solvent or degreaser. Do not use cellulose-based solvents such as pai nt thinner or lacq uer thinner ; these will da mage pai nted a nd plastic s urfaces.

7.2 Shipping contents

If you do not see a part below, check the machine; some parts may have come preassembled to t he saw.

Refer to Figur es 2 and 3.

Tools required for assembly:

12mm wrench 3, 4, and 6mm hex keys

1 Band Saw 1 Workstop bar – A 1 Workstop – B 1 Workstop r od – C 1 Filter screen – D 1 Splash guard – E 1 Vertical cutting plate – F 1 Handle – G 1 Axle – H

2 Wheels – I 2 Stand sides – J 2 Stand ends – K 1 Support post – L

1 Instructions and Parts M anual (not show n) 1 Warranty Card (not shown)

Hardware Package ( p/n HVBS710S-HP): 4 Hex cap screws 5/16"x3/4" – HP-1

2 Hex cap screws 1/4"x1/2" – HP-2 4 Lock washers 1/4" – HP-3 2 Flat washers 1/4" – HP-4 4 Hex cap screws 5/16"x1-1/2" – HP-5 8 Lock washers 5/16" – HP-6 12 Flat washers 5/ 16" – HP-7 4 Hex nuts 5/16" – HP-8

2 Cotter pins – HP-9 2 Flat washers 1/2" – HP-10

2 Hex cap screws 1/4"x5/8” – HP-11

Figure 2

Figure 3

Hardware package HVBS710 S- HP

Figure 4

7.3 Assemb l y

Refer to Figur e 4.

Band Saw should be

disconnected from electrical power during assembly and setup.

1. Assemble base parts (J,K) according to

Figure 4.

2. Install axle and wheels (H,I). Install cotter

pin (HP-9) through hole in axle, and bend back legs of cotter pin to secure each wheel.

3. Remove the four brackets holding saw to

pallet.

4. Use proper ly r at ed lift ing equipment (hoist or forklift ) wit h straps placed be neath cas t iro n portion of saw.

5. Position saw atop base and secure with four screw s and washers (HP-1/6/7) .

6. Install wor k stop assemb ly (A/B/C) into hole on saw base.

7. I nstall handle (G ) , and place filter scr een (D) over coolant drain hole in pan.

8. Remove shipping bracket (x). Retain this piece in case you must transport the machine in the future.

9. Install guard (E) in place where shipping bracket w as removed, w ith two scr ews and washers (HP-2/3/4) .

7.4 Vert ical cutt ing pl at e

These steps are only necessary when using band saw in vert ical position.

1. Disco nnect mac hi ne from pow er source.

2. Open valve on hydraulic cylinder (lever parallel to cylinder) and raise bow to vertical position.

3. Remove two screw s and remove seat plat e, as shown in F ig ure 5.

Figure 5

Figure 7

4. Guide blade t hrough slot in vertical cutting plate (F, Figure 5), and tighten with the two screws.

5. Verif y that vert ical c utti ng plate is sq uare to blade, using a machinist’s square on the plate and against the blade (Figure 6).

6. I f adjustme nt is needed, loose n screw s and place shims where required. Tighten screw s .

Figure 6

7. Place a le vel on vertical cutti ng plate ( Figure

7).

Figure 8

7.5 Vertical support post

This is mounted to rear of band saw to help st abilize saw whe n bow is in vert ical posit io n. It is generally not needed w hen bow is set for 90° cuts before raising it to vertical. However, if

operator raises bow that was set for mitering, the band saw can tip over. The

support post must be installed to pr event t his.

To avoid tipping risk,

remember to set bow at 90- degree cut angle before ra ising to vert ical posit io n.

Mount post w ith t wo screws and was hers t o r ear of saw, as shown (Figure 9).

8. Loose n hex nut (M , Figure 8) and t ur n stop screw (N) as needed, until cutting plate is level. Tighten hex nut.

9. Close valve o n cylinder ( lever perpe ndicular to cylinder) to secure bow in position.

Reinstall seat plate before using bow in horizont al position.

Figure 9

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