RIKON Power Tools 10-346 User Manual
10-346
18” Professional Bandsaw
Operator’s Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Specications.....................................................................................................................2
Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................3 - 6
Getting To Know Your Machine .........................................................................................7
Contents of Package ....................................................................................................8 - 9
Assembly .........................................................................................................................10 - 11
Adjustments...............................................................................................................11 - 15
Operation ..................................................................................................................16 - 17
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................18
Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................................18
Notes ...............................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................20 - 23
Parts Explosions & Parts Lists ..................................................................................24 - 35
How To Guide for all Band Saw Blades ..........................................................................................36
Warranty ..........................................................................................................................37
SPECIFICATIONS
Motor ....................................................................................4 HP, TEFC
Motor Speed (no load)............................................................3450 RPM
Volts ............................................................................................. 220 V
Amps, Hertz .........................................................................16 A, 60 Hz
Blade Length ................................................................ 162” (4115 mm)
Blade Width ..................................................... 1/4” - 1-3/8” (6 - 35 mm)
Blade Speed ........................................................................ 4920 ft/min
Table Size ............................................... 25” x 19” (635 mm x 483 mm)
Table Tilt .................................................................. Left -50 , Right 45
Maximum Cutting Width (throat) ..................................17-1/2” (444 mm)
Maximum Cuttng Depth (height) ........................................19” (483 mm)
Table Height .................................................................33-1/2” (851 mm)
Fence Height ....................................................................... 5” (127 mm)
Fence Length .............................................................. 19-3/4” (502 mm)
Dust Ports (2) ...................................................... 4” Diameter (100 mm)
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Overall Size .............................. 84” x 35” x 30” (2134 x 889 x 762 mm)
Base Size .......................................29-15/16” x 18-1/8” (760 x 460 mm)
Net Weight .....................................................................498 lbs (226 kg)
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following
instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re,
and/or serious personal injury.
There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend that this tool not be modied and/
or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions about its application,
do not use the tool until you have contacted us and we have advised you.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. This symbol may be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Shown without Safety Alert Symbol indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
GENERAL SAFETY
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s manual
carefully. Learn the tool’s applications, work capabilities,
and its specic potential hazards.
BEFORE USING YOUR MACHINE
To avoid serious injury and damage to the tool, read and
follow all of the Safety and Operating Instructions before
operating the machine.
1. Some dust created by using power tools contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other
• masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area and work
with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to lter out microscopic
particles.
2. READ the entire Owner’s Manual. LEARN how to use
the tool for its intended applications.
3. GROUND ALL TOOLS. If the tool is supplied with a 3
prong plug, it must be plugged into a 3-contact electrical
receptacle. The 3rd prong is used to ground the tool and
provide protection against accidental electric shock. DO
NOT remove the 3rd prong. See Grounding Instructions on
the following pages.
4. AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRONMENT.
DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or
expose them to rain.
5. DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of
ammable liquids or gasses.
6. ALWAYS keep the work area clean, well lit, and
organized. DO NOT work in an environment with oor
surfaces that are slippery from debris, grease, and wax.
7. KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY. DO NOT
permit people to be in the immediate work area, especially
when the electrical tool is operating.
8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform an operation
for which it was not designed. It will do a safer and higher
quality job by only performing operations for which the tool
was intended.
9. WEAR PROPER CLOTHING. DO NOT wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry. These items can get
caught in the machine during operations and pull the
operator into the moving parts. The user must wear a
protective cover on their hair, if the hair is long, to prevent it
from contacting any moving parts.
10. CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing
switch keys, unplugging tools from the electrical
receptacles, and using padlocks.
11. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE
ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE when making adjustments,
changing parts or performing any maintenance.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN
WORKING ORDER.
13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that the
power switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in the
power cord to the electrical receptacle.
14. REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the
immediate area prior to turning “ON” the machine.
15. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Use
of incorrect or improper accessories could cause serious
injury to the operator and cause damage to the tool. If in
doubt, check the instruction manual that comes with that
particular accessory.
16. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED.
Turn the power switch to the “OFF” position. DO NOT
leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop.
17. DO NOT STAND ON A TOOL. Serious injury could
result if the tool tips over, or you accidentally contact the
tool.
18. DO NOT store anything above or near the tool where
anyone might try to stand on the tool to reach it.
19. MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE. DO NOT extend
yourself over the tool. Wear oil resistant rubber soled
shoes. Keep oor clear of debris, grease, and wax.
20. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Always keep tools
clean and in good working order. Keep all blades and tool
bits sharp, dress grinding wheels and change other
abrasive accessories when worn.
21. EACH AND EVERY TIME, CHECK FOR DAMAGED
PARTS PRIOR TO USING THE TOOL. Carefully check all
guards to see that they operate properly, are not damaged,
and perform their intended functions. Check for alignment,
binding or breaking of moving parts. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be immediately repaired or
replaced.
22. DO NOT OPERATE TOOL WHILE TIRED, OR
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, MEDICATION
OR ALCOHOL.
23. SECURE ALL WORK. Use clamps or jigs to secure
the workpiece. This is safer than attempting to hold the
workpiece with your hands.
24. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING,
AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A
POWER TOOL.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT
INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE
PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust
and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and
body. Always operate tool in well ventilated area and
provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection
system wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may cause
serious and permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer, and death.
Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid prolonged contact with
dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay
on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material.
Always use properly tting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure, and wash
exposed areas with soap and water.
26. USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD IN GOOD
CONDITION. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. The table on the following page shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
amperage rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the larger diameter of the
extension cord. If in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord, use a shorter and thicker cord. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of
power and overheating.
USE ONLY A 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS
A 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3-POLE
RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL’S PLUG.
27. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and
proper operation of this product is available from:
• Power Tool Institute
1300 Summer Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115-2851
www.powertoolinstitute.org
• National Safety Council
1121 Spring Lake Drive
Itasca, IL 60143-3201
www.nsc.org
• American National Standards Institute
25 West 43rd Street, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10036
www.ansi.org
• ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for
Woodworking Machines and the
U.S. Department of Labor regulations
www.osha.gov
28. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct others.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
THIS TOOL REQUIRES THE INSTALLATION OF
A 220V PLUG (NOT INCLUDED), AND MUST BE
GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE
OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance
for electric current and reduces the risk of electric
shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that
has an equipment grounding conductor and requires
a grounding plug (not included). The plug MUST be
plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
ALL local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY ANY PLUG. If it will not t the electrical
receptacle, have the proper electrical receptacle installed
by a qualied electrician.
EXTENSION CORDS
Keep the extension cord clear of the
working area. Position the cord so that it will not get
caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while
you are working with a power tool.
Check extension cords before each
use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use a tool
with a damaged cord, since touching the damaged
area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious
injury.
Use a proper extension cord. Only use cords listed by
Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can
cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power
and overheating of tool. When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or
“W”. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the
risk of electric shock.
IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the
equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of
electric shock. The conductor with the green insulation
(with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment grounding
conductor. DO NOT connect the equipment grounding
conductor to a live terminal if repair or replacement of the
electric cord or plug is necessary.
CHECK with a qualied electrician or service personnel if
you do not completely understand the grounding
instructions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly
grounded when installing or replacing a plug.
USE ONLY A 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS A
3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3-POLE
RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL’S PLUG. *
REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN CORD
IMMEDIATELY.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a 220
volt electrical receptacle. FIGURE A shows the type of the
220v, 3-wire electrical plug and electrical receptacle that
has a grounding conductor that is required.
* Canadian electrical codes require extension cords to
be certied SJT type or better.
THIS SYMBOL DESIGNATES THAT
THIS TOOL IS LISTED BY THE
INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES,
TO UNITED STATES AND
CANADIAN STANDARDS.
Sample of 220 volt plug required for this machine.
Consult a qualied
electrician if the
distance of the
machine from the
electrical panel is
greater than 30 feet.
** The use of an adapter in Canada is not acceptable.
Figure A
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BAND SAWS
1. Always allow the bandsaw blade to stop before removing scrap pieces from table.
2. Always keep hands and ngers away from the blade.
3. Never attempt to saw stock that does not have a at surface, unless a suitable support is used.
4. Always hold material rmly and feed it into the blade at a moderate speed.
5. Always turn off the machine if the material is to be backed out of an uncompleted cut.
6. Adjust the upper guide about 1/8” to 1/4” above the material being cut.
7. Check for proper blade size and type for thickness and type of material being cut.
8. Make sure that the blade tension and blade tracking are properly adjusted.
9. Make “relief” cuts before cutting long curves.
10. Release blade tension when the saw will not be used for a long period of time.
California Proposition 65 Warning
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 and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with
approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to lter out microscopic
particles.
For more detailed information about California Proposition 65 log onto rikontools.com.
This owner’s manual is not a teaching aid. Use of this owner’s manual is intended to
show assembly, adjustments, and general use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often.
NOTE: The specications, photographs, drawings and information in this manual represent the current
model when the manual was prepared. Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no
obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools, Inc. to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care
has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines
for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE
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A. Hoist Ring
B. Tension Indicator Window
C. Blade Tension Hand Wheel
D. Switch
E. Rip Fence
F. Blade Tracking Window
G. Guide Post Lock Knob
H. Guide Post Rise/Fall Handle
I. Hinged Blade Guard
J. Blade Guides
K. Work Table
L. Lower Door Blade Guard
M. 4” Dust Ports
N. Foot Brake
O. Blade Tracking Knob
P. Quick Release Lever
Q. Tool Holder
R. LED Light
S. Table Tilt & Lock Knobs
T. Power Control Box
U. Motor & Wiring Box
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CONTENTS OF PACKAGE
10-346
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10-346M1
18” Professional Bandsaw
Operator’s Manual
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Model 10-346 18” Professional Bandsaw is shipped complete in one crate.
Unpacking and Checking Contents
a. Separate all “loose parts” from packaging materials and check each item with “Table of Loose
Parts” to make sure all items are accounted for, before discarding any packaging material.
b. Thread hoist ring into threading hole on top of Bandsaw frame. This allows the user to connect
a properly secured hoist mechanism to lift the Bandsaw.
c. With the help of another person or by installing hoist ring, unbolt the Bandsaw from the packing
pallet. Properly lift the Bandsaw off the packing pallet and place on level oor.
d. Remove protective oil that is applied to the table. Use any ordinary house hold type grease or
spot remover.
e. Apply a coat of paste wax to the table to prevent rust. Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean
dry cloth.
A
TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS
Item Part Name
A Bandsaw Assembly
B Table with Insert & Fence Rail
C Owner’s Manual
D Parts Package 1
E Parts Package 2
B
D
C
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LIST OF LOOSE PARTS
Table Assembly:
A. Table
B. Rip Fence Rail
Rip Fence Assembly:
CONTENTS OF PACKAGE
A
B
A. Rip Fence
B. Rip Fence Carrier
C. Re-saw Bar
Bandsaw Accessories:
A. Hoist Ring*
B. Hex Screw & Nut for Hanging Push Stick*
C. Keys for ON/OFF Switch Lock
D. Lower Door Blade Guard
E. Hardware for Lower Door Blade Guard*
F. Push Stick
G. Dust Port 4” and Hardware
* (If not pre-installed on saw)
Tools for Assembly & Adjustments:
A. Hex Wrench 3MM
B. Hex Wrench 4MM
C. Hex Wrench 5MM
D. Hex Wrench 6MM
E. 10mm Wrench
F. 13mm Wrench
G. Offset Wrench for Table Assembly
H. Table Tilting Wrench
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A B D
F
A
B
C
D
E
F
C
B
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G
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Additional Tool Required - not supplied:
#2 Phillips Screwdriver
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE WORK TABLE
The Work Table is extremely heavy.
It may require two other individuals to assist with the
installation.
NOTE: The upper and lower bandwheel doors must
remain closed during table installation.
The guide shaft (A-Fig.1) and table locking hardware
(B-Fig.1) were installed on the lower trunnion (C-Fig.1)
during saw assembly. These need to be removed prior
to table installation.
NOTE: The bandsaw blade is installed at the factory. It
is recommended to remove the blade prior to installing
the table. See “CHANGING THE SAW BLADE” on page
13.
A
C
B
Figure 1
With the guide shaft, table locking hardware and blade
removed carefully lift the table (team lift) and lower the
upper trunnion (installed at factory) (A-Fig.2) onto the
lower trunnion. Ensure that the gear teeth on the upper
trunnion (B-Fig.2) engage the gear on the lower trunnion
(A-Fig.3).
Install the guide shaft and table locking hardware from
the left side of the upper trunnion (user cutting position)
through the lower trunnion and out the right side of the
upper trunnion.
NOTE: The table locking handle (B-Fig.3) is to be
installed on the right side of the upper trunnion in the
lower hole below the guide shaft position (C-Fig.3)
RIP FENCE RAIL
The Rip Fence Rail has been pre-assembled to the
work table for shipping. After mounting the work table
to the trunnions (see above instructions), the rail should
be checked to ensure that it is still properly tightened
in place to the table. If adjustments are needed, loosen
and/or re-tighten the four hex nuts on the fence bar
support shafts that extend through the table’s front skirt
edge (A-Fig.4).
B
A
B
Figure 2
C
A
Figure 3
A
The four nuts will also be used for drift adjustments,
described on page 15.
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Figure 4
ASSEMBLY / ADJUSTMENTS
INSTALLING THE 4” DUST PORT
The 4” dust port under the table is installed on the frame
above the lower door knob. Locate four 4mm pan head
screws and four 4mm at washers from the hardware
pack. Using a Phillips-head screw driver install the
screws through the dust port ange into pre-threaded
holes in the frame. See Figure 5.
INSTALLING THE LOWER DOOR BLADE GUARD
Hardware for the lower door blade guard has been preinstalled at the factory. Locate the plastic wing nut part
#16 (refer to parts explosion on page 25 of this manual)
and washer on the lower door and remove. Place the
lower door blade guard part #18 over the threaded hole
in the door in alignment with the long adjustment slot.
Install the plastic wing nut and washer through the long
adjustment slot and thread into the door. See Figure 6.
Adjust as needed to cover the blade under the table.
SETTING THE TABLE SQUARE TO SAW BLADE
The table may be set at 90° to the saw blade sides
by adjusting the table stop screw (A-Fig.7) under the
table. The table stop screw rests on the top of the
quick release adjustment stop (B-Fig.7). First loosen
the locking nut (C-Fig.7) and set a square between
the blade and the work table. Adjust the table stop
screw (A-Fig.7) until the table and blade are set at 90°.
Retighten the locking nut (A-Fig.7) making sure that the
setting is maintained.
Figure 5
Figure 6
C
A
B
The table may also be set at 90° to the back of the saw
blade by adjusting the table mounting bolts. One of
the four table mounting bolts shown in Figure 7. With
the Offset Wrench provided slightly loosen part #160
mounting bolt (refer to parts explosion on page 28 of
this manual).
Using the 6mm “L” wrench provided, turn the trunnion
micro adjusting screw #159, as needed, to achieve
desired setting. Turning the screw clockwise will
raise the trunnion; counterclockwise will lower. Check
table for 90° and tighten part #154 to the top of the
upper trunnion to retain the desired setting. Finish by
tightening part #160.
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Offset Wrench
Figure 7
Underside of Table
#154
#160
#159
Figure 8
ADJUSTMENTS
TILTING THE TABLE
Loosen the locking handle (A-Fig.9) on the table trunnion.
Install the Table Tilting Wrench (B-Fig.9) onto the Gear
Shaft (C-Fig.9). Turn the Table Tilting Wrench to adjust
the table to the desired angle. Use the angle indicator
scale on the trunnion bracket to nd the desired angle.
Retighten the lock handle to secure the table.
TRACKING THE BANDSAW BLADE
A blade is provided and installed at the
factory. It is recommended to check the blade tracking
prior to use. Unplug the bandsaw. Make sure the upper
and lower blade guides are adjusted away from the blade
and the tension scale is set to correspond to the width of
the blade you are using.
Open both doors. Loosen the lock lever (A-Fig.10) by
turning it counter clockwise and turn the blade tracking
knob (B-Fig.10) clockwise/counterclockwise while turning
the upper wheel by hand at least three rotations or until
the blade tracks centered on the wheel. Finally, tighten the
lock lever and close the doors.
A
B
C
B
Figure 9
Figure 10
Quick Release
A
ADJUSTING THE BLADE TENSION
Quick Release Lever
The 10-346 has a Quick Release blade function which
allows for fast blade changing and tensioning. The Quick
OnOff
OnOff
Release Lever is shown in Figure 11.
To loosen the tension of the blade, turn the blade tension
Figure 11
hand wheel, or lever, (A-Fig.12) counter clockwise. To
tighten the tension of the blade, turn the blade tension
hand wheel clockwise. Tension the blade until the tension
readings correspond to the width of blade you are using by
viewing through the tension indicator window (B-Fig.12).
B
Note: The blade tension scale may read differently due to
cut specications of the blade manufacturer. It might be
necessary to increase/decrease tension up/down one size
on blade tension scale to achieve proper blade tension.
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Figure 12
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