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WARNING: To reduce the risk of

injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

Part No. SP6412 Printed in China

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE

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T a bl e of Contents

Section Page

Safety Instructions For Band Saw ................................. 2

Safety Signal Words ................................................... 2

Before Using The Saw ................................................2

When Installing Or Moving The Saw ........................... 3

Before Each Use ......................................................... 3

To Reduce The Risk Of Injury From Jams, Slips Or

Thrown Pieces Or Broken Blades ............................. 4

Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face

and Ears .................................................................... 4

Whenever Saw Is Running ......................................... 5

Before Leaving The Saw ............................................. 5

Glossary Of Terms For Woodworking ........................... 5

Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements ........6

Power Supply and Motor Specifications ..................... 6

General Electrical Connections ................................... 6

110-120 Volt, 60 Hz. Tool Information ........................6

Changing Motor Voltage .............................................. 7

Motor Safety Protection .............................................. 7

Wire Sizes ...................................................................7

Unpacking and Checking Contents ............................... 8

Tools Needed .............................................................. 8

Unpacking ................................................................... 8

List of Loose Parts ...................................................... 8

List of Loose Parts in Bag ........................................... 9

Assembly .....................................................................10

Attaching Leveling Feet ............................................ 10

Assembling Leg Set .................................................. 10

Attaching Band Saw to Leg Set ................................11

Adjusting Leveling Feet ............................................. 11

Mounting The Motor .................................................. 12

Mounting Blade Hangers ........................................... 13

Mounting the Pulley Cover ........................................ 13

Mounting the Switch Box .......................................... 13

Mounting the Dust Chute .......................................... 14

Mounting the Table Trunnion Support ...................... 14

Mounting Bevel Scale ................................................ 14

Mounting the Table ................................................... 15

Section Page

Installing Bevel Scale Indicator.................................. 15

Getting to Know Your Band Saw ................................. 16

Alignments and Adjustments ....................................... 18

Tilting the Table ........................................................ 18

Adjusting 90° Table Stop .......................................... 18

Changing Blades ...................................................... 18

Adjusting Blade Tension ........................................... 19

Adjusting Blade Tracking .......................................... 19

Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly ................... 19

Adjusting Upper Blade Guides and Blade Support

Bearing .................................................................... 20

Adjusting Lower Blade Guides and Blade Support

Bearing .................................................................... 20

Safety Instructions for Basic Band Saw Operation ...... 21

Before Each Use ....................................................... 21

To Reduce The Risk Of Injury From Jams, Slips Or

Thrown Pieces Or Broken Blades ........................... 21

Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face

and Ears .................................................................. 21

Whenever Saw Is Running ....................................... 22

Before Leaving The Saw .......................................... 21

Basic Saw Operations ................................................. 23

General Cutting ......................................................... 23

Circle Cutting ............................................................ 23

Maintenance ................................................................ 24

Tires .......................................................................... 24

Adjusting The Upper Blade Guide Travel ................. 24

General Maintenance ............................................... 24

Motor ......................................................................... 24

Lubrication ................................................................ 24

RIDGID Recommends the Following Accessories ....... 24

Troubleshooting ........................................................... 25

Motor ......................................................................... 25

General ..................................................................... 26

Wiring Diagram ............................................................ 26

Repair Parts ................................................................ 27

Safety Instructions For Band Saw

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

Safety Symbols

DANGER: indicates an imminently hazardous situa-

tion which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Before Using The Saw

WARNING: Do not attempt to use the tool until you have read thoroughly and understand completely the oper-

ator’s manual. Pay close attention to the safety rules, including Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use this tool properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.

NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to

the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of mistakes that could

cause serious, permanent injury, do not plug the saw in until the following steps have been completed.

• Completely assemble and align saw (see “Assembly” and “Alignment and Adjustments” section within).

• Learn the use and function of the ON-OFF switch, table tilt lock knobs, blade guides, backup bearings, blade guard support adjustment knob and blade guard.

• Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this manual.

• Review the maintenance methods for this saw.

• Find and read all the warning labels found on the front of the saw (shown below).

When Installing Or Moving The Saw

Reduce the risk of dangerous environment.

• Use the saw in a dry, indoor place protected from rain.

• Keep work area well lighted.

To reduce the risk of injury from unexpected saw movement.

• Put the saw on a firm level surface where there is plenty of room to handle and properly support the workpiece.

• Support the saw so the table is level and the saw does not rock.

• Bolt the saw to the floor or work surface if it tends to slip, walk or slide during operations like cutting long,

Before Each Use

Inspect your saw.

• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, turn the switch off, unplug the saw, and remove the switch key before changing the setup, removing covers, guards or blade.

• Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, saw stability, and any other conditions that may affect the way the saw works.

• If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or any

heavy boards.

• Turn saw off and unplug cord before moving the saw.

T o reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock.

• Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when plugging in or unplugging the saw.

To reduce the risk of back injury.

• Get help when you need to move the saw. Always get help if you need to lift the saw.

• Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the

tool tips or you accidentally hit the cutting tool. Do not store any items above or near the tool where anyone might stand on the tool to reach them.

electrical part does not work properly, turn the saw off and unplug the saw.

• Replace damaged or missing parts before using the saw again.

• Maintain tools with care. Keep the saw clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating.

• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking for and removing keys and adjusting wrenches from table top before turning it on.

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Safety Instructions For Band Saw (continued)

To Reduce The Risk Of Injury From Jams, Slips Or Thrown Pieces Or Broken Blades

Inspect your blade.

• Choose the right blade size, style and cutting speed for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do.

• Make sure the blade teeth point downward, toward the table.

• Make sure the blade guides and thrust bearings are properly adjusted.

• Make sure the blade tension is properly adjusted.

• Make sure the bevel clamp is tight and no parts have excessive play.

• To reduce the risk of accidental blade contact, minimize blade breakage and provide maximum blade support, always adjust the upper blade guide and blade guard to just clear the workpiece.

Inspect your work area.

• Keep work area clean.

• Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor must not be slippery from wax or sawdust.

• To reduce the risk of burns or other fire damage, never use the saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases.

Plan your work

• Use the right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed to do.

• Use this band saw to cut only wood, wood like products and plastics.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of blade breakage, fire

or other damage to the saw, NEVER use this band saw to cut metals.

• Know your saw. Read and understand the operator’s manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its applica-

tion and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool.

• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental contact with moving parts, don’t do layout, assembly, or set up work on the saw while any parts are moving.

• Reduce the Risk of accidental starting. Make sure switch is “OFF” before plugging saw into a power outlet.

Inspect your workpiece.

• Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece to be cut.

Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward workpieces:

• Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks, etc.) for any workpieces large enough to tip when not held down to the table top.

• NEVER use another person as a substitute for a table extension, or as additional support for a workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic saw table, or to help feed, support or pull the workpiece.

• When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your work so it will not slip and pinch the blade. A piece of molding for example, must lie flat or be held by a fixture or jig that will not let it twist, rock or slip while being cut.

• Properly support round material such as dowel rods, or tubing. They have a tendency to roll during a cut, causing the blade to “bite”. To reduce the risk of this, always use a “V” block or clamp the work to the miter gage.

• Cut only one workpiece at a time.

• Clear everything except the workpiece and related support devices off the table before turning the saw on.

Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears

Dress for safety

• For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with safety goggles.

• Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw you into moving parts.

• Wear nonslip footwear.

• Tie back long hair.

• Roll long sleeves above the elbow.

• Noise levels vary widely. To reduce the risk of possible hearing damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using

saw for hours at a time.

Plan the way you will hold the workpiece from start to finish.

• Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers will go under the blade guard. Use jigs or fixtures to hold the work and keep your hands away from the blade.

• Secure work. Use clamps to hold work when practical. It’s often safer than using your hand, and frees both hands to operate the tool.

• Don’t overreach. Keep good footing and balance.

WARNING:

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply wtih ANSI Z87.1.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

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Whenever Saw Is Running

WARNING: Don’t allow familiarity (gained from fre-

quent use of your band saw) cause a careless mistake. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe injury.

• Before starting your cut, watch the saw while it runs. If it makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates a lot, stop immediately. Turn the saw off. Unplug the saw. Do not restart until finding and correcting the problem.

• Before removing loose pieces from the table, turn saw off and wait for all moving parts to stop.

Keep Children Away.

• Keep all visitors a safe distance from the table saw.

• Make sure bystanders are clear of the table saw and workpiece.

Don’t Force Tool.

• Let the blade reach full speed before cutting.

• It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate.

• Feed the workpiece into the saw only fast enough to let the blade cut without bogging down or binding.

Before Leaving The Saw

• Turn the saw off.

• Wait for all moving parts to stop.

• Unplug the saw.

• Make workshop child-proof.

Before freeing jammed material.

• Turn switch “OFF”.

• Unplug the saw.

• Wait for all moving parts to stop.

• Remove switch key.

When backing up the workpiece, the blade may bind in the kerf (cut). This is usually caused by sawdust clogging up the kerf or because the blade comes out of the guides. If this happens:

• Turn saw “OFF”.

• Wait for all moving parts to stop.

• Remove switch key.

• Unplug the saw.

• Remove band saw cover.

• Stick flat blade screwdriver or wedge into the kerf.

• Turn the upper wheel by hand while backing up the workpiece.

- Lock the shop.

- Disconnect master switches.

- Remove the yellow switch key. Store it away from

children and others not qualified to use the tool.

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-bases paints,

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• 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 those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Glossary Of Terms For Woodworking

Beveling

An angle cutting operation made through the face of the workpiece.

Compound Cutting

A simultaneous bevel and miter crosscutting operation.

Crosscut

A cutting operation made across the width of the workpiece.

FPM

Feet per minute. Used in reference to surface speed of blade.

Freehand (as used for band saw)

Performing a cut without the workpiece properly supported on the work table.

Gum

A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.

Kerf

The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a nonthrough or partial cut.

Leading End

The end of the workpiece which, is pushed into the cutting tool first.

Mitering

An angle cutting operation made across the width of the workpiece.

Push Stick

A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw during narrow ripping type operations and helps keep the operator’s hands well away from the blade.

Resaw

A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the work-

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piece to make thinner pieces.

Resin

A sticky, sap based substance that has dried.

Ripping

A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.

Sawblade Path

The area of the worktable or workpiece directly in line with the saw blade.

Set

The distance the tip of the sawblade tooth is bent out-

ward from the face of the blade.

Trailing End

The workpiece end last cut by the blade.

Workpiece

The item on which the cutting operation is being performed. 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.

Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements

Power Supply and Motor Specifications

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical hazards,

fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. Your tool is wired at the factory for operation using the voltage shown. Connect tool to a power line with the appropriate voltage and a 15-amp branch circuit. Use a 15-amp time delay type fuse or circuit breaker. To reduce the risk of shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.

Follow the instructions on page 7 to connect the motor for 220-240V A/C operation.

General Electrical Connections

DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrocution:

1. Use only identical replacement parts when servicing. Servicing should be performed by a qualified service technician.

2. Do not use in rain or where floor is wet. This tool is intended for indoor residential use only.

110-120 Volt, 60 Hz. Tool Information

The plug supplied on your tool may not fit into the outlet you are planning to use. Your local electrical code may require slightly different power cord plug connections. If these differences exist refer to and make the proper adjustments per your local code before your tool is plugged in and turned on.

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug, as shown. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green 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.

If the grounding instructions are not completely under-

The A-C motor used in this saw is nonreversible type, having the following specifications:

Rated Horsepower 3/4

Voltage

Amperes

Hertz (Cycles)

Phase

RPM

Rotation of Shaft

WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the termi-

nals of plug when installing or removing the plug to or from the outlet.

stood, or if you are in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded check with a qualified electrician or service personnel.

WARNING: If not properly grounded, this tool can

cause an electrical shock, particularly when used in damp locations, in proximity to plumbing, or out of doors. If an electrical shock occurs there is the potential of a secondary hazard, such as your hands contacting the sawblade.

Properly

Grounded

3-Prong Outlet

110-120 220-240

10 5

60 50/60

Single

1725

Counterclockwise

3-Prong Plug

Grounding

Prong

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Changing Motor V oltage

WARNING: If not properly grounded, this tool can

NOTE: The band saw is prewired at the factory for 120V

operation. Use the following procedure to change motor voltage. To change to 240V application an additional wire nut is supplied from the factory. This part is included in the loose parts.

1. Unplug the band saw before making or changing any

connections. Open the motor junction box cover located on the side of the motor.

2. Remove and discard the electrical tape from the wire

nuts. Remove wire nuts.

3. Reconnect the leads as shown in the “Wiring Diagram”

section at the rear of manual.

4. Reinstall the wire nuts and wrap with two layers of new

U.L. listed electrical tape per wire nut.

5. Recheck your wiring to the wiring diagrams. Do this so

you can be sure that the wiring is correct.

6. Reinstall the junction box cover.

7. Cut off the 120 volt power cord plug and replace it with

a (3 blade) 240 volt 15 amp U.L. Listed Assembled - on Plug Cap suitable for 16 AWG Type SJT Cord. (See illustration of 240V plug & receptacle.) Connect the power cord white and black leads, respectively, to the

“hot” plug blade terminals and connect the power cord green grounding wire to the plug ground prong terminal.

8. Plug your band saw into a 220-240V, 15 amp, 3 blade receptacle.

9. Make certain the receptacle is connected to a 240 volt A.C. power supply through a 240 volt branch circuit having at least a 15 amp capacity and protected by a 15 amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.

Junction

Box Cover

Grounding

Prong

Grounded

Outlet Box

220-240 Volt, 60 Hz. Tool Connections

Motor Safety Protection

1. Connect this tool to a power source with the appropriate voltage for your model and a 15-amp branch circuit with a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. Using the wrong size fuse can damage the motor.

2. If the motor won't start, turn off the power switch immediately and unplug the tool. Check the saw blade to make sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, try to start the motor again. If the motor still does not start, refer to the "Motor Troubleshooting Chart."

3. If the motor suddenly stalls while cutting wood, turn off the power switch, unplug the tool and free the blade from the wood. The motor may now be restarted and the cut finished.

4. Fuses may "blow" or circuit breakers may trip frequently if:

Wire Sizes

NOTE: Make sure the proper extension cord is used and

is in good condition. The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of

power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent overheating and motor burnout, use the table shown to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.) extension cord.

Use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which accept the tools plug.

a. Motor Is Overloaded-Overloading can occur if you

feed too rapidly or make too many start/stops in a short time.

b. Line voltages should not be more than 10% above

or below the nameplate voltage. For heavy loads, however, the voltage at motor terminals must equal the voltage specified for your model.

c. Improper or dull saw blade is used.

5. Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or incorrect connections, overload, low voltage (such as small size wire in the supply circuit) or to overly long supply circuit wire. Always check the connections, the load and the supply circuit whenever motor doesn't work well. Check wire sizes and length with the Wire Size Chart.

Extension

Cord Length

0-25 Ft.

26-50 Ft.

Gauge

(A.W.G.)

14 12

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Unpacking and Checking Contents

Tools Needed

Combination Wrenches 10mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm

#1 Phillips Screwdriver

Straightedge

#2 Phillips Screwdriver

Adjustable Wrench

Combination Square

Unpacking

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from unex-

pected starting or electrical shock, do not plug the power cord in until all assembly and alignment steps are complete. The power cord must remain unplugged whenever you are working on the saw.

1. Separate saw and all parts from packing materials and check each one with the illustration and the “List of Loose Parts” to make certain all items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material.

WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not attempt

to assemble the band saw, plug in the power cord, or turn the switch on until the missing parts are obtained and are installed correctly.

2. Sometimes small parts get lost in packaging materials. Do not throw away any packaging until your saw is put together. Contact 1-866-539-1710 if any parts are damaged or missing.

Combination Square Must be True

Draw Light Line on Board Along this Edge

Should be no Gap or Overlap when Square is Flipped Over in Dotted Position

Straight Edge of Board 3/4” Thick This Edge Must be Perfectly Straight

NOTE: The square and straight edge are used to align the saw. They must be accurate if the saw is to be aligned properly.

List of Loose Parts

Item Description Qty.

A Band Saw ........................................................... 1

B Motor w/Switch ................................................... 1

C Table Asm ...........................................................1

D Plate Support......................................................1

E Pulley Cover ....................................................... 1

F Trunnion Support ................................................ 1

G V-Belt ..................................................................1

H Stand Top ........................................................... 1

J Legs....................................................................4

K Stiffener (Long) ...................................................2

L Stiffener (Short) ..................................................2

M Bag Loose Parts ................................................. *

N Operator’s Manual .............................................. 1

* Number varies: bags can contain other smaller bags. NOTE: To make assembly easier keep contents of each

bag together and separate from contents of other bags.

NOTE: To reduce the risk of damage to the band saw

leave it laying on its side in the shipping box until you are ready to mount it to the leg set.

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List of Loose Parts in Bag

Screw Pan Head

M4 x 0.7-10 (4)

Washer External

M4 (4)

Nut Hex M4 (4)

Screw Flat Hd. M5 x 0.8-15 (2)

Washer M5 (2)

Screw Pan Head

M5 x 0.8-12 (5)

Washer Flat

M5 x 10 Dia. (6)

Washer External

M5 (2)

Nut Hex M5 (3)

Bolt Hex Head

M8 x 1.25-35 (10)

Bolt Carriage

M8 x 1.25-16 (40)

Washer Lock

M8 (50)

Washer Flat M8 x 16 (56)

Screw Hex Head

M8 x 1.25-80 (1)

Nut Hex 3/8-16 (8)

Screw Pan Head

Lock M6 x 1 (2)

Bolt Hex Head

M6 x 1-10 (1)

Washer Flat

M6 x 12 (1)

Nut Hex M5 x 0.8 (2)

Rubber Grommet (4)

Dust Chute (1)

Screw Pan Head

M5 x 0.8-6 (1)

Blade Hanger (2)

Nut Hex Head

M8 (49)

Knob Locking (2)

Key-Switch (1)

Leveling Foot (4)

Pointer (1)

Bevel Scale (1)

M3 Hex “L” Wrench (1)

M5 Hex “L” Wrench (1)

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Assembly

Attaching Leveling Feet

1. From the loose parts bag find the following items: 4 Leveling feet 8 Hex nut 3/8-16

2. From the loose parts find the following items: 4 Leg

3. Put a hex nut on each of the leveling feet and screw it down towards the rubber foot.

4. Put the leveling feet through the holes in the bottom of each leg.

5. Put another hex nut on each of the leveling feet and hand tighten until they are next to the bottom support of the leg.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from unex-

pected saw or work movement, leveling feet must be adjusted so that saw does not rock. After the band saw has been attached to the legset, it will be necessary to adjust the leveling feet so the saw does not rock.

Hex Nut 3/8-16

Leveling Foot

Leg

Hex Nut 3/8-16

Leveling Foot

Assembling Leg Set

1. From the loose parts bag find the following hardware: 40 Carriage Bolts M8 x 1.25-16 40 M8 Washers 40 M8 Lockwashers 40 M8 Nuts

2. From the loose parts find the following items:

4 Legs (With Attached Leveling Feet) 2 Stiffeners (short) 2 Stiffeners (long) 1 Stand top

3. Place stand top upside down on a level surface. Fasten four legs to top using carriage bolts, washers, lock washers, and nuts, as shown (with nuts and washers

to the inside). Note: Legs fasten to outside of top. Do

not tighten at this time.

4. Fasten two long stiffeners and two short stiffeners to stand legs using carriage bolts, washers, lockwashers, and nuts, as shown. Finger tighten only at this time.

Bolt Carriage

M8 x 1.25-16

Stiffener (Long)

Carriage

Bolt

Washer M8

Legs

Lockwasher

Washer

Lockwasher

Stand Top

Stiffener (Short)

M8 Nut

Nut Hex M

Leg

Stand Top

Stiffener (Long)

Stiffener

(Short)

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5. Turn assembly over onto the legs. Be sure all four feet sit flat on the ground. Adjustment of the feet will be completed after the band saw is attached to the stand.

6. Tighten all stand fasteners at this time.

7. With the aid of a second person, lift the saw body out of the shipping container and place onto the stand top. Be sure front of saw faces stand front by aligning holes.

CAUTION: Saw body is heavy! Use care when lift-

ing and stabilize until it is firmly attached to the stand! Get help when lifting and mounting saw.

Attaching Band Saw to Leg Set

1. From the loose parts bag find the following hardware: 4 M8 x 35 Hex Head Bolts (approx. 1-3/8”) 8M8 Washers 4 M8 Lockwashers 4M8 Nuts

2. From the loose parts find the following: 1 Support Plate

3. While one person continues to hold the saw from tipping, the other person should install mounting bolts.

4. Line up holes in saw body with holes in stand.

5. Place support plate to the underside of stand as shown.

Bolt Hex Head

M8 x 1.25-35

Washer M8

Lockwasher M8

Support Plate

Nut Hex M8

6. Fasten saw body, stand, and support plate together with four hex head bolts, eight flat washers, four lockwashers, and four hex nuts.

Adjusting Leveling Feet

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from unex-

pected saw or work movement, leveling feet must be adjusted so that saw does not rock.

To adjust leveling feet so the saw will sit properly:

1. Move saw to desired location.

2. Raise or lower leveling foot by turning the nuts clockwise or counterclockwise.

3. Tighten nuts to lock leveling foot in place.

Support Plate

Bolt Hex Head

Washer

Lockwasher

Nut

Leg

Nut

Leveling

Foot

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Assembly (continued)

Mounting The Motor

1. From the loose parts bag find the following items: 4 M8 x 35 Hex Cap Bolts (approx. 1-3/8”) 8M8 Washers 4 M8 Lockwashers 4M8 Nuts 4 Rubber Grommets

2. From the loose parts find the following items: 1 Motor 1V-Belt

Bolt Hex Head

M8 x 1.25-35

ockwasher

Rubber Grommet (4)

Washer M8

V-Belt

Nut Hex M8

Motor w/Switc

3. To mount motor, place four rubber grommets over

holes in stand top. NOTE: Use of rubber grommets is

essential for eliminating excessive vibration. Place motor over rubber grommets and fasten to stand top with four hex head bolts, eight washers, four lockwashers, and four hex nuts, as shown. Do not tighten at this time.

4. Align the inside edge of the motor pulley with inside edge of the large pulley using a straight edge. Using a 3mm hex “L” wrench, adjust one or both pulleys by loosening the set screw and moving the pulley(s) until they line up with each other. Tighten set screws.

Moto

Bolt

Washer

Grommet

Washer

Lockwasher

Nut

5. Place V-belt over both pulleys.

6. Tension V-belt by moving motor away from the saw body and tighten the motor mount nuts. (Do not over-tighten motor mount bolts. Tighten just enough to tension belt.) Belt is properly tensioned when finger pressure between the two pulleys causes approximately 1/2” deflection.

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Mounting Blade Hangers

)

1. From the loose parts bag find the following items. 4 Screw Pan Head M4 x 0.7-10 4Nut Hex M4 x 0.7 4 Lockwasher External M4 2 Blade Hangers

2. From the loose parts find the following item. 1 Pulley Cover

Screw Pan Head

M4 x 0.7-10 (4)

Blade Hanger

Lockwasher

Nut Hex M4 (4

External M4

Pulley Cover

3. Attach the blade hangers on the pulley cover as shown.

Mounting the Pulley Cover

1. From the loose parts bag find the following items. 3 Screw Pan Head M5 x 0.8-12 (approx. 1/2”) 6M5 Washers 3M5 Nuts

2. Place pulley cover over both pulleys and fasten to stand using three pan head screws, six washers, and three hex nuts, as shown.

Nut Hex

crew Pan Head

M5 x 0.8-12

Pulley Cover

Screw

Washers

Lockwasher

Washer Flat

M5 x 10 Dia.

Screw

Nut Hex M5

Nut

Mounting the Switch Box

1. From the loose parts find the following hardware: 2 Screw Pan Head M5 x 0.8-12 (approx. 1/2”) 2 Lockwasher Ext. M5

2. Mount switch box assembly to frame as shown using hardware listed.

Screw Pan Head

M5 x 0.8-12

Lockwasher

Screw

Lockwasher

External M5

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Assembly (continued)

Nut Hex M8

M8 x 1.25-35

Mounting the Dust Chute

1. From the loose parts bag find the following items: 2 Screw Pan Head Lock M6 x 1

2. From the loose parts find the following items: 1 Dust Chute

Screw Pan Head

Lock M6 x 1

Dust Chute

3. Open lower blade guard cover and install dust chute. Use fasteners supplied. Close lower blade guard cover.

Mounting the Table Trunnion Support To Saw Body

1. From the loose parts bag find the following items: 2 M8 x 35 Hex Head Bolts (approx. 1-3/8”) 2 M8 Lockwashers 1 M8 x 80 Hex Cap Bolt

(table stop bolt approx. 3-1/8” long)

1 M8 Nut (For Table Stop Bolt)

2. From the loose parts find the following items: 1 Table Trunnion Support (shown below)

3. Attach trunnion support to saw body with two hex head bolts and two lockwashers as shown.

4. Thread nut (D) onto table stop bolt (C) and attach to trunnion support.

Lockwasher

Bolt Hex Head

M8 x 1.25-35

Lockwasher

Screw Hex Head

M8 x 1.25-80

Nut Hex M8

Dust Chute

Screw Hex Head

M8 x 1.25-80

Bolt Hex Head

Mounting Bevel Scale To Table

1. From the loose parts find the following items: 2 Screw Flat Head M5 x 0.8-15 2 Washer M5 2Nut Hex M5 x 0.8 1 Scale Bevel

2. Insert the screws through the table and bevel scale as shown.

3. Install a washer and nut. Tighten

Screw Flat Hd.

M5 x 0.8-15

Bevel Scale

Washer M5

Nut Hex M5 x 0

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Mounting the Table To Saw Body

n t t

1. From the loose parts find the following items: 1Table 2 Knobs

2. To mount table, remove table insert and table pin from the table. Guide sawblade through slot in table and place table screws into trunnions. Attach and lock with lock knobs.

Installing Bevel Scale Indicator

1. From the loose parts find the following items: 1 Pointer 1 Screw Pan Head M5 x 0.8-6

2. Insert screw through the slot in the pointer and into the trunnion support bracket. Tighten

WARNING: Unit is shipped with blade installed. Do

not plug in or operate unit unless the blade is adjusted and aligned per section titled “Changing Blades”.

3. Replace table insert and table pin.

4. Transportation and handling may have caused some fasteners to loosen. Before operating, check all screws, bolts and nuts to make sure they are snug. Operate machine only after reading the entire manual including blade tracking, blade guide adjustments, and safety rules.

Screw Pan Head

M5 x 0.8-6

Pointer

Trunnio

Suppor

Bracke

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Getting to Know Your Band Saw

l e

10 Upper

Cover

1 Warning Label

6 Blade Guard

Support

Adjustment Knob

16 Blade Hangers

15 Motor

Pulley Co ver

18 On-Off

Switch

4 Blade Guides

5 Back-Up

Bearings

7 Tilting

Table

2 Blade Tension

Knob

8 Table Tilt

4 Motor

9 Tilt Table

Stops

13 Lower

Blade Guard

Lock Knobs

3 Blade Tracking

Adjustment Knob

17 Mode

Nameplat

12 Sawdust

Ejection Port

11 Lower

Cover

1. Warning Label

2. Blade Tension Knob - Clockwise rotation of the

knob will increase the tension on the blade. Counterclockwise rotation of the knob will decrease the tension on the blade.

3. Blade Tracking, Adjustment Knob - Turn knob to

adjust blade tracking.

4. Blade Guides - The guides are adjustable to provide

full support of the blade.

5. Back-up Bearings - These thrust bearings support

the back of the blade and are adjustable for the various blade widths.

6. Blade Guard Support Adjustment Knobs - Loosen

this knob to vertically adjust the blade guard support so that it just clears the workpiece to be cut. Always adjust the guard/support before turning on the band saw. Tighten the knob to lock the guard/support in the proper location.

7. Tilting Table - Table tilts for angular cuts. Use the

table tilt scale under table to measure angular settings.

8. Table Tilt Lock Knobs - Loosen knobs to move tilt

table to required angle. Retighten knobs to secure table.

9. 90° Table Stops - Ensures table is perpendicular to

blade.

10. Upper Cover - Pull knob to expose upper wheel dur-

ing blade changes.

11. Lower Cover - Pull knob to gain access to lower

wheel, remove the blade or to clean out sawdust build-up.

12. Sawdust Ejection Port - Your band saw is equipped

with a vacuum hookup. This feature will allow you to attach any standard 2-1/2 inch diameter wet/dry vacuum hose into the hole provided for convenient sawdust removal.

WARNING: Sawdust can clog motor. Motor could

ignite sawdust. Even if saw is connected to vacuum, blow out sawdust regularly from motor.

13. Lower blade guard. Safeguards user from acciden-

tal blade contact.

14. Motor.

15. Motor pulley cover.

16. Blade Hangers - Extra blades may be stored here.

17. Model nameplate.

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18. On-Off Switch

WARNING: Before turning switch “ON”, make sure

the blade guards are correctly installed and operating properly.

The On-Off switch has a locking feature. This feature is

intended to help prevent unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and others.

1. To turn band saw “On” insert key into switch.

NOTE: Key is made of yellow plastic, located in the

loose parts bag.

2. Insert finger under switch lever and Pull end of

switch out.

3. To turn band saw “Off” Push lever in.

WARNING: Never leave the band saw unattended

until it has come to a complete stop.

4. To lock switch in “Off” position hold switch in with one hand and remove key with other hand.

WARNING: For your own safety, always lock the

switch “Off” when band saw is not in use, remove the key and keep it in a safe place. In the event of a power failure (all of your lights go out) turn switch off, remove the key and store it away from the band saw. This will prevent the machine from starting up again when the power comes back on.

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Alignments and Adjustments

Tilting the Table

WARNING: Unplug the machine from the power

source before making any repair or adjustment. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.

1. Loosen two lock knobs.

2. Tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right or up to 10° to the left.

3. Tighten two lock knobs.

NOTE: 90° table stop must be removed to tilt table 10° to

the left.

90° Table

Stop Jam Nut

Adjusting 90° T abl e Stop

1. Disconnect machine from the power source.

2. Loosen lock knobs and tilt table left until it rests against table stop.

3. Use a square placed on the table and against the blade, to see if the table is 90 degrees to the blade.

4. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen lock knobs. Tilt table to the right, and lock in place.

5. Loosen jam nut and turn table top left or right to raise or lower the stop. Tighten jam nut to hold table stop in place.

6. Unlock table, tilt back onto table rest and confirm table is 90 degrees with the blade.

7. If necessary, adjust pointer to zero.

Changing Blades

WARNING: Blade teeth are sharp. Use care when

handling the sawblade.

1. Disconnect the machine from the power source.

2. Loosen blade tension by turning blade tension knob counterclockwise until it stops.

3. Remove the table insert and the table pin.

4. Open upper and lower cover. Remove screws and washers from guard blade rear. Then remove guard.

5. Insert screwdriver through table insert hole to loosen pivot screw one turn for guard under the table. Rotate guard out of the way.

6. Remove the blade from between upper and lower blade guides. Remove blade from upper and lower wheels. Turn blade so it will fit through slot in table. Remove blade.

7. Guide new blade through table slot. Place blade in

upper and lower blade guides. NOTE: Make sure

blade teeth point down toward table.

8. Place blade in the middle of the upper and lower wheel.

9. Replace guard blade rear and tighten screws.

10. Rotate guard under table to a closed position and tighten screw.

11. Replace table insert and table pin.

12. Tension and track blade before operating saw. Find instructions for tensioning and tracking the blade under “Adjusting Blade Tension” and “Adjusting Blade Tracking”.

Lower Rotating Blade Guard

Table Pin

Table Insert

Blade Tension Knob

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Adjusting Blade Tension

1. Disconnect machine from the power source.

2. Turn blade tension knob clockwise to tension blade. A gauge on the upper wheel slide bracket indicates the approximate tension according to the width of the blade. Initially, set the blade tension gauge to correspond with the blade width.

3. As you become familiar with the saw, you may find it necessary to change the blade tension from the initial setting. Changes in blade width and the type of material being cut will have an effect on blade tension.

4. Keep in mind that too little or too much blade tension can cause blade breakage.

Adjusting Blade Tracking

WARNING: Disconnect machine from the power

source. Never adjust blade tracking with the machine running.

1. Blade must be properly tensioned before adjusting blade tracking. Make sure blade guides and blade bearings do not interfere with the blade.

2. Open upper cover. Rotate the wheel forward by hand and observe the position of the blade on the wheel. It should be in the center.

3. If adjustment is necessary, loosen wing nut, tighten knob slightly to move blade toward rear of machine. Slightly loosening the knob will cause the blade to track toward the front of the machine.

4. Tighten nut after blade is tracking in the center of the wheel.

Blade

Tension

Knob

Blade

Tension

Gauge

Blade Tracking Knob

Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly

1. Disconnect machine from the power source.

2. Loosen lock knob and raise or lower upper blade guide assembly to just above the material being cut.

3. Tighten lock knob. Make sure blade guide blocks are still flat to the blade. If adjustment is necessary, loosen lock knob and rotate assembly until guide blocks are flat to the blade.

4. The upper blade guide is spring loaded. To adjust the tension on the spring, remove knob, tighten or loosen set screw until desired tension is reached, and replace knob. (See page 20)

Lock Knob

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Alignments and Adjustments (continued)

Adjusting Upper Blade Guides and Blade Support Bearing

WARNING: Blade guard has been removed for pic-

ture clarity. Never operate the band saw without all guards in place and in working order. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.

1. Disconnect machine from the power source.

2. Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly.

3. Loosen thumb screws and move guide blocks as close to the blade as possible without pinching it. The thickness of a dollar bill on each side of blade is a good rule of thumb.

4. Tighten thumb screws.

5. Loosen thumb screw and turn knurled knob to move the guide block bracket in or out until the front edge of the guide blocks are just behind the “gullets” of the saw teeth.

6. Tighten thumb screw.

7. Loosen thumb screw and turn knurled knob to move the support bearing in or out until the bearing is 1/64” behind the blade.

8. Tighten thumb screw.

9. Blade support bearing should be adjusted so that the back edge of the blade overlaps the front face of the ball bearing approximately 1/8”. To change position of the bearing, remove screw bearing, and back off knurled knob completely to remove the bearing shaft. Notice the bearing holder on the shaft is eccentric. Reinstall the bearing shaft, the bearing, and the screw. Examine the overlap between the bearing face and the blade. Change the position of the bearing shaft until the overlap is approximately 1/8”.

Step 3

Support

Bearing

Shaft

Step 9 (upper and lower)

Step 7

Step 5

Blade

Guides

1/8”

Blade

Adjusting Lower Blade Guides and Blade Support Bearing

1. Disconnect machine from the power source.

2. Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly.

3. Loosen thumb screws and move guide blocks as close to blade as possible without pinching it. The thickness of a dollar bill on each side of blade is a good rule of thumb.

4. Tighten thumb screw.

5. Loosen thumb screw and move the guide block support in or out until the front edge of the guide blocks are just behind the “gullets” of the saw teeth.

6. Tighten thumb screw.

7. Loosen thumb screw and move the support bearing in or out until it is 1/64” behind the sawblade

8. Tighten thumb screw.

9. The blade support bearing should be adjusted so that the back edge of the blade overlaps the front face of the ball bearing approximately 1/8”. To change position of the bearing, remove screw and bearing. Loosen thumb screw and remove the bearing shaft. Notice the bearing holder on the shaft is eccentric. Re-install the bearing shaft, the bearing, and the screw. Examine the overlap between the bearing face and the blade. Change the position of the bearing shaft until the overlap is approximately 1/8”.

Step 3

WARNING: Table has been removed for clarity

purposes. Never operate saw without all components in place and in working order.

Step 7

Step 5

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Safety Instructions for Basic Band Saw Operation

Before Each Use

Inspect your saw.

• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting,

turn the switch off, unplug the saw, and remove the switch key before changing the setup, removing covers, guards or blade.

• Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, saw stability, and any other conditions that may affect the way the saw works.

• If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or any electrical part does not work properly, turn the saw off and unplug the saw.

• Replace damaged or missing parts before using the saw again.

• Maintain tools with care. Keep the saw clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating.

• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking for and removing keys and adjusting wrenches from table top before turning it on.

To Reduce The Risk Of Injury From Jams, Slips Or Thrown Pieces Or Broken Blades

Inspect your blade.

• Choose the right blade size, style and cutting speed for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do.

• Make sure the blade teeth point downward, toward the table.

• Make sure the blade guides and thrust bearings are properly adjusted.

• Make sure the blade tension is properly adjusted.

• Make sure the bevel clamp is tight and no parts have excessive play.

• To reduce the risk of accidental blade contact, minimize blade breakage and provide maximum blade support, always adjust the upper blade guide and blade guard to just clear the workpiece.

Inspect your work area.

• Keep work area clean.

• Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor must not be slippery from wax or sawdust.

• To reduce the risk of burns or other fire damage, never use the saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases.

Plan your work.

• Use the right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed to do.

• Use this band saw to cut only wood, wood like products and plastics.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of blade breakage,

personal injury, fire or other damage to the saw, NEVER use this band saw to cut metals.

• Know your saw. Read and understand the operator’s manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential

hazards peculiar to this tool.

• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental contact with moving parts, don’t do layout, assembly, or set up work on the saw while any parts are moving.

• Reduce the risk of accidental starting. Make sure switch is “OFF” before plugging saw into a power outlet.

Inspect your workpiece.

Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece to be cut.

Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward workpieces:

• Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks, etc.) for any workpieces large enough to tip when not held down to the table top.

• When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your work so it will not slip and pinch the blade. A piece of molding for example, must lie flat or be held by a fixture of jig that will not let it twist, rock or slip while being cut.

• Cut only one workpiece at a time.

• Clear everything except the workpiece and related support devices off the table before turning the saw on.

Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears

Dress for safety

• Any power saw can throw foreign objects into the eyes. This can result in permanent eye damage. Always wear safety goggles, not glasses, complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in Canada CSA Z94.3-99) shown on package. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses. Safety

goggles are available at many local retail stores.

• For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with safety goggles.

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• Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw you into moving parts.

• Wear nonslip footwear.

• Tie back long hair.

• Roll long sleeves above the elbow.

• Noise levels vary widely. To reduce the risk of possible hearing damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using saw for hours at a time.

Whenever Saw Is Running

Plan the way you will hold the workpiece from start to finish.

• Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers will go under the blade guard. Use jigs or fixtures to hold the work and keep your hands away from the blade.

• Secure work. Use clamps to hold work when practical. It’s often safer than using your hand, and frees both hands to operate the tool.

• Don’t overreach. Keep good footing and balance.

WARNING: Don't allow familiarity gained from fre-

quent use of your band saw to cause a careless mistake. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe injury.

Keep Children Away.

• Keep all visitors a safe distance from the table saw.

• Make sure bystanders are clear of the table saw and workpiece.

Don’t For ce Tool.

• Let the blade reach full speed before cutting.

• It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate.

• Feed the workpiece into the saw only fast enough to let the blade cut without bogging down or binding.

Before Leaving The Saw

• Turn the saw off.

• Wait for all moving parts to stop.

• Unplug the saw.

• Make workshop child-proof.

- Lock the shop.

Before freeing jammed material.

• Turn switch “OFF”.

• Unplug the saw.

• Wait for all moving parts to stop.

• Remove switch key.

When backing up the workpiece, the blade may bind in the kerf (cut). This is usually caused by sawdust clogging up the kerf or because the blade comes out of the guides. If this happens:

• Turn saw “OFF”.

• Wait for all moving parts to stop.

• Remove switch key.

• Unplug the saw.

• Remove band saw cover.

• Stick flat blade screwdriver or wedge into the kerf.

• Turn the upper wheel by hand while backing up the workpiece.

Before removing loose pieces from the table, turn saw off and wait for all moving parts to stop.

- Disconnect master switches.

- Remove the yellow switch key. Store it away from

children and others not qualified to use the tool.

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Basic Saw Operations

General Cutting

CAUTION: For your safety, comply with all the

safety instructions on pages 1-5 before using the band saw.

A band saw is basically a “curve cutting” machine. It is not capable of doing inside cutting.

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

This machine is fitted with a 3/8" x 93-1/2 bandsaw blade.

NOTE: We recommend using non-metalic blade guide

(AC5007) when using 1/8” blade.

Circle Cutting

1. Adjust the upper guides to vertically just clear the workpiece.

2. Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade. Hold the workpiece firmly against the table. Use gentle pressure, and do not force the work, but allow the

Blade Selection Guide for Minimum Circle Cutting

Operation Recommended Blade Width

(Inches)

Cross Cutting 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4 Ripping 3/4 Mitering 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4 Beveling 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4 Compound Cutting 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4 Circle Cutting See Chart Below Resawing 3/4 Curve Cutting 1/8, 1/4

NOTE: Blade length is 93-1/2"

blade to cut.

3. The smallest diameter that can be cut out is determined by the width of the blade. For example, a 1/4inch wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of approximately 1-1/2-inch (see chart).

Circle Dia.

1/2"D 1"D 1-1/2"D 2"D 4"D 7"D 1/8" 3/16" 1/4" 3/8" 1/2" 3/4"

Blade Size

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Maintenance

WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch “Off”

and remove plug from power source outlet before maintaining or lubricating your band saw.

Tires

Pitch and sawdust that build up on the tires should be removed with a stiff brush or scrape off with a piece of wood.

Adjusting The Upper Blade Guide Travel

If the upper guide bar will not move up and down easily or falls when the lock knob is loosened, the following adjustment should be performed.

1. Remove the guide bar lock knob.

2. Using a 5mm hex “L” wrench, tighten or loosen the screw which is located below the lock knob.

General Maintenance

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 back-up bearings. Clean them with gum and pitch remover.

NOTE: To reduce the risk of 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.

3. Move the guide bar up and down to check for smooth movement while still holding its position when released.

4. Make further adjustments to the screw as required to get the guide bar to move smoothly and hold its position when released.

5. Reinstall guide bar lock knob.

NOTE: Do not immerse the back-up bearings in the gum

and pitch remover.

Put a thin coat of paste wax on the table so that the wood slides easily while cutting.

Motor

Frequently blow or vacuum out any sawdust from the motor. Follow lubrication instruction on the motor label.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of eye injury from

blowing debris, wear safety goggles when blowing out sawdust.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrocution or

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

Lubrication

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

RIDGID Recommends the Followi ng Accessories

WARNING: Use only accessories recommended for

this saw. Using other accessories may be dangerous.

Item SKU No.

Band Saw Fence ................................................AC5001

Riser Block..........................................................AC5005

Cool Blocks™ .....................................................AC5007

Miter Gauge ........................................................AC1021

Key Switch ..........................................................AC1000

Do not use any accessory unless you have received and read complete instructions for its use.

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Troubleshooting

Motor

NOTE: Motors used on wood-working tools are particularly susceptible to the accumulation of sawdust and wood chips

and should be blown out or “vacuumed” frequently to prevent interference with normal motor ventilation and proper operation of the centrifugally-operated starting switch.

Trouble Probable Cause Remedy

Excessive noise 1. Motor 1. Have motor checked by qualified service tech-

nician. Repair service is available your nearest Authorized Service Center store.

Motor fails to develop full power. Note Low Voltage: Power output of motor decreases rapidly with decrease in voltage at motor terminals. For example, a reduction of 10% in voltage causes a reduction of 19% in maximum power output of which the motor is capable, and a reduction of 20% in voltage causes a reduction of 36% in maximum power output

Motor starts slowly or fails to come up to full speed.

Motor overheats 1. Motor overloaded.

1. Circuit overloaded with light, appliances and other motors.

2. Undersize wires or circuit too long.

3. General overloading of power company facilities.

1. Low voltage.

2. Windings burned out or open.

3. Starting switch not operating.

2. Improper cooling (air circulation restricted through motor due to sawdust accumulation).

1. Do not use other appliances or motors on same circuit when using the saw.

2. Increase wire sizes, or reduce length of wiring. See “Motor specifications and Electrical Requirements” section.

3. Request a voltage check from the power company.

1. Request voltage check from the power company. Check size of circuit wiring.

2. Have motor repair or replaced.

3. Blow out sawdust from motor. Have motor repaired.

1. Feed work slower into blade.

2. Clean out sawdust to provide normal air circulation through motor. See “Maintenance” section.

Starting switch in motor will not operate.

Motor stalls (resulting in blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers).

Frequent opening of fuses or circuit breakers.

1. Burned switch contacts (due to extended hold-in periods caused by low line voltage, etc.)

2. Shorted capacitor.

3. Loose or broken connections.

1. Starting switch not operating.

2. Voltage too low to permit motor to reach operating speed.

3. Fuses or circuit breakers do not have sufficient capacity.

1. Motor overloaded.

2. Fuses or circuit breakers do not have sufficient capacity.

3. Starting switch not operating (motor does not reach speed).

1. Have switch replaced and request a voltage check from the power company.

2. Have capacitor tested and replace if defective.

3. Have wiring checked and repaired.

1. Have switch replaced.

2. Request voltage check from the power company.

3. Install proper size fuses or circuit breakers.

1. Feed work slower into blade.

2. Install proper size fuses or circuit breakers. Check that wiring will handle load.

3. Have switch replaced. Blow out sawdust.

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General

WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch “Off” and remove plug from power source outlet before trouble shoot-

ing your band saw.

Trouble Probable Cause Remedy

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

Band Saw slows down when cutting

Blades breaking 1. Too much tension on

Blade dulls too quickly. 1. Blade guides set too close

Band saw vibrates. 1. Too much tension on

1. Not tracking properly. 1. Adjust tracking, see Assembly Section, “Adjusting

1. Belt too loose.

2. Cutting too small a radius.

3. Dull blade.

4. Overloading motor.

blade.

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

to teeth.

2. Cutting incorrect material

motor belt

Blade Tracking” section.

1. Adjust belt tension, see “Assembly” section, “Mounting the Motor”.

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

3. Replace blade.

4. Slow down, trying to cut too fast.

1. Adjust tension. See “Getting to Know Your Band Saw”.

2. Use correct cutting technique. See “Basic Saw Operation” section.

1. Adjust upper and lower blades guides. See “Assembly” section “Installing the blade”.

1. Adjust according to “Mounting the Motor” section.

Wiring Diagram

Motor Junction Box Motor Junction Box

1234 14

White Black

Green

120V Wiring 240V Wiring

120V Power

Cord

Wire

Nut

Black White

Green

3 2

Wire

Nut

120V Power

Cord

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Repair Part s

48 51

Figure 1

Model No. 14002

Parts List For RIDGID 14-inch Band Saw

101

100

102

103

105

102

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Repair Part s

Parts List For RIDGID 14 Inch Band Saw

Model No. BS14002 Figure 1 - Drive Assembly Parts

Always Order By Part Number - Not By Key Number

Key No.

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53

* Standard hardware item. May be purchased locally.

Part No. Description

823545

826533

823746

820722-10

823574

823744-3

823575-2

823601

823954

823573 820249-4 823596 820238-4 813307-3 823572 823745 823744-2 821750-1 823743 823742 813249-76 823580 823559 823579 823769 823565 823586 823768 813310-4 813164-6 816755-10 813314-8 823588 821388-2 826538 823750-1 823779 826532 826626 813313-5 823587 813163-12 813310-9 818470-5 826664 813164-6 817393-5 828863 817391-1 816782 817530 823741 821732-1

Frame Upper Arm Knob Screw Pan Hd. Lock M6 x 1-12 Bearing Ball Sleeve Upper Spacing Screw Thumb M6-16 Post Guide Bracket Support Post Screw Soc Set M8 x 1.25-40 Nut Micro-Adjust Screw hex Hd. M6 x 1.0-16 Guard Blade Upper

* Washer M6

Screw Hex Hd. M6 x 1.0-10 Block Guide Bracket Support Upper Screw Thumb M6-12

* Screw Soc. Cup M10 x 1.5-10

Spring Ball Steel Pin Spring Insert Table Tab le Pin table Screw Hex Hd. M10 x 1.5-55 Clamp Trunnion Shoe Trunnion

Screw Hex Washer hd. M6 x 1-12 * Screw Hex Hd. M8 x 1.25-80 * Nut Hex M8

Screw Pan Cross M5 x 0.8-9 * Lockwasher M5

Guard Blade Lower * Screw Hex Hd. M6 x 1.0-20

Bracket Lower Support Post

Guard Lower Wheel Blade

Bracket Support Lower

Knob Locking

Pointer

Screw Pan Hd. M5 x 0.8-6

Bracket Trunnion Support * Lockwasher M8 * Screw Hex Hd. M8 x 1.25-35

Screw Flat Hd. Cross M5 x 0.8-15

Scale Bevel * Nut Hex M5 x 0.8

Belt V A40

Pulley

Screw Soc Set M6 x 1.0-10

Ring Retaining

Bearing Ball

Screw Hex Hd. M16 x 2.0-55

Key

No.

54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98

99 100 101 102 103

† Stock Item - May be secured through the Hardware

Department of most Home Depot Stores.

Part No. Description

813512-1 813164-12 823756 823598 818470-3 823555 813313 819188 823584 823753 823554-1 828864 823762 823761 828864-1 823763 823595 823542 823753 823751 823583 817357 823558 826634-1 826536 823771 823552-1 816069 823760 823600 823597 820237-7 823758-9 824283 823570 826535 826534 826627 826630 823755 AC1000 826123 813313 826394 813314-8 823546 823563-1 823543-1 827589 SP6412

* Washer M16 * Nut M16

Stud Hinge Lower Screw Flat Hd. M5 x 0.8-10 Brush Wheel Screw Pan Hd. M5 x 0.8-12 Key 5mm x 20mm Shaft Lower Wheel

* Washer M8

Base Wheel Lower Bearing Ball Ring Retaining Wheel Upper Nut Hex M12 x 1.25 Tire

†Blade 3/8 x 93-1/2

Screw Hex Hd. LH M8 x 1.25-25 Bolt M10 x 1.5-15 (Special) Catch Door Screw Pan Hd. M4 x 16-8 Chute Dust Cover Lower Wheel Knob Catch Screw Pan Hd. Lock M6 x 1-8 Cover Upper Front Screw Pan Hd. Ty “AB” #6 x 5/8 Washer Guard Blade Rear Hinge Upper

* Washer M5

Cover Upper Back Shaft/Hinge Upper Wheel Asm Nut Wing Knob Lock Knob Blade Adjusting Spring Coil Indicator Nut Square

†Key, Switch

Switch Locking

* Screw Pan Hd. M5 x 0.8-12

Box Switch

* Lockwasher M5

Plate Switch Backing Cord w/Plug Cord Power Stud Latch Operator’s Manual

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Repair Part s

Parts List For RIDGID 14 Inch Band Saws

Figure 2

Model No. BS14002

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Repair Part s

Parts List For RIDGID 14 Inch Band Saw

Model No. BS14002

Figure 2 - Base Components

Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number

Key

No.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

* Standard hardware item. May be purchased locally.

Part No. Description

823592-1 826530 826632 824026-4 813314-5 813313 820237-1 823773-1 823590-1 823776 118615 803835-1 813164-6 813364-8 813303-7

Cover Pulley

Hanger Blade * Screw Pan Hd M4 x 0.7-10 * Nut Hex M4 x 0.7 * Lockwasher 4mm * Screw Pan Hd. M5 x 0.8-12 * Washer M5

Leg

Stiffener Long

Bolt Carriage M8 x 1.25-16 * Nut Hex 3/8-16

Foot Leveling * Nut Hex M5 * Nut Hex M8 * Lockwasher M8

Key

No.

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

Part No. Description

821063-2 823593-1 823589-1 828984 823747 828848 813310-9 819188 817391-1 828862 823576 823591-1 817357 813317-6 813317-8

* Washer M8

Plate Support Stiffener Short Stand Top Grommet Rubber Motor

* Screw Hex Hd. M8 x 1.25-35

Key 5mm x 20mm Screw Set M6 x 1.0-10 Pulley Motor Pad Cover Pulley Inner

* Screw Pan Hd. M4 x 16-8

Wrench Hex “L” 3mm Wrench Hex “L” 5mm

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Notes

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RIDGID¨ HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY AND 90-DAY SA TISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY

This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc., under a trademark license from Ridgid, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID handheld and stationary power tool technical service at (toll free) 1-866-539-1710.

90-DAY SA TISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY

During the first 90 days after the date of purchase, if you are dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID tool for any reason you may return the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange. To receive a replacement tool you must present proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with the original product. The replacement tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the three year warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY

This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in this RIDGID tool for the three year period from the date of purchase. This warranty is specific to this tool. Warranties for other RIDGID products may vary.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

To obtain service for this RIDGID tool you must return it, freight prepaid, to an authorized RIDGID service center for hand held and stationary power tools. You may obtain the location of the authorized service center nearest you by calling (toll free) 1-866-539-1710 or by logging on to the RIDGID website at www.ridgid.com. When requesting warranty service, you must present the proof of purchase documentation, which includes a date of purchase. The authorized service center will repair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace any defective part, at our option at no charge to you.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, alteration, modification or repair by other than an authorized service center for RIDGID branded hand held and stationary power tools. RIDGID, INC. AND ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. MAKE NO WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR PROMISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE OF ITS POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY.

ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS

To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to three years from the date of purchase. One World Technologies, Inc. is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Stock No. BS1400 Model No. BS14002 Serial No. __________________ Model and serial numbers may

be found on a plate attached to the back side of the upper cover of your saw. You should record serial number in a safe place for future use.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

One World Technologies, Inc.

Hwy. 8

Pickens, SC 29671

CALL 1-866-539-1710

www.ridgid.com

Please have your Model Number and Serial Number when calling.

Part No. SP6412 Form No. SP6412 Printed in China 8/03

RIDGID BS1400 User Manual

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Frequently Asked Questions

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