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14" GRANITE BAND SAW
Model Number
50125
R
STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS
VER. 02.09
Manual Part No. OR74409
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THANK YOU
This bandsaw has been designed, tested, and inspected with you,
the customer, in mind. When properly assembled, used and main-
tained, your bandsaw will provide you with years of trouble free
service, which is why it is backed by one of the longest machinery
warranties in the business.
This bandsaw is just one of many products in the Steel City’s
family of woodworking machinery and is proof of our commitment
to total customer satisfaction.
At Steel City we continue to strive for excellence each and every
for purchasing your new Steel City Bandsaw.
day and value the opinion of you, our customer. For comments
about your bandsaw or Steel City Tool Works, please visit our web
.
site at
www.steelcitytoolworks.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
SECTION 1 Warranty .................................................................................................................................................4
SECTION 2 Product Specifications ............................................................................................................................8
SECTION 3 Accessories and Attachments ................................................................................................................8
SECTION 4 Definition of Terms ..................................................................................................................................8
SECTION 5 Feature Identification ..............................................................................................................................9
SECTION 6 General Safety......................................................................................................................................10
SECTION 7 Product Safety ......................................................................................................................................12
SECTION 8 Electrical Requirements........................................................................................................................13
SECTION 9 Unpacking & Inventory..........................................................................................................................15
SECTION 10 Assembly ..............................................................................................................................................17
SECTION 11 Adjustments ..........................................................................................................................................21
SECTION 12 Operations ............................................................................................................................................26
SECTION 13 Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................28
SECTION 14 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................29
SECTION 15 Parts List...............................................................................................................................................30
INTRODUCTION
This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine. It should be kept available
for immediate reference so that all operations can be performed with maximum efficiency and safety.
Do not attempt to perform maintenance or operate this machine until you have read and understand the
information contained in this manual.
The drawings, illustrations, photographs, and specifications in this user manual represent your machine
at time of print. However, changes may be made to your machine or this manual at any time with no
obligation to Steel City Tool Works.
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WARRANTY
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Steel City Tool Works, LLC (SCTW) warrants this SCTW machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period
of 2 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner for domestic use. Granite components are warranted for
2 years based on normal use and is void if non SCTW accessories are used that cause the break or chip. Customer must advise
SCTW within 30 days for any damage or defect found upon receipt of the product to qualify for the warranty on granite.
The warranty does not cover any product used for professional or commercial production purpose nor for industrial or educational
applications. Such cases are covered by our 1 year Limited Warranty with the Conditions and Exceptions listed below.
Conditions and exception:
Warranty applies to the original buyer only and may not be transferred. Original proof of purchase is required.
Warranty does not include failures, breakage or defects deemed after inspection by an Authorized Service Center, (ASC) or agent of,
have been directly or indirectly caused by or resulting from improper use, lack of or improper maintenance, misuse or abuse,
negligence, accidents, damage in handling or transport, or normal wear and tear of any part or component.
Additionally, warranty is void if repairs or alterations are made to the machine by an unauthorized service center without the direct
consent of SCTW
Consumables such as blades, knives, bits and sandpaper are not covered.
Wear items such as drive belt, bearings, switch, are covered for 1 year.
To file a claim of warranty or to find a service center, call toll free 877-724-8665 or email customercare@steelcitytoolworks.net
you must be able to present the original or photo copy of the sales receipt including the serial number from the machine and/or carton.
SCTW will inspect, repair or replace, at its expense and its option, any part that has proven to be defective in workmanship or
material, provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to a designated ASC and provides SCTW with a reasonable
opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection. SCTW will return the product or replacement at our expense unless it is
determined by us that there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we
will, at your direction, dispose of or return the product. In the event you choose to have the product returned, you will be responsible
for the handling and shipping costs of the return.
SCTW furnishes the above warranties in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied. SCTW shall not be liable for any special,
indirect, incidental, punitive or consequential damages, including without limitation loss of profits arising from or related to the
warranty, the breach of any agreement or warranty, or the operation or use of its machinery, including without limitation damages
arising from damage to fixtures, tools, equipment, parts or materials, direct or indirect loss caused by and other part, loss of revenue
or profits, financing or interest charges, and claims by and third person, whether or not notice of such possible damages has been
given to SCTW. Damages or any kind for any delay by or failure of SCTW to perform its obligations under this agreement or claims
made a subject of a legal proceeding against SCTW more than one (1) year after such cause of action first arose.
The validity, construction and performance of this Warranty and any sale of machinery by SCTW shall be governed by the law of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without regard to conflicts of law’s provisions of any jurisdiction. Any action related in any way to
any alleged or actual offer, acceptance or sale by SCTW or any claim related to the performance of and agreement including without
limitation this Warranty, shall take place in the federal or state courts in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
Warranty registration card must be submitted to SCTW for purpose of proof within 90 days of purchase with a copy of the sales
receipt. Failure to do so will, revert the 2 year warranty to 1 year as in the terms stated above. This registration is also needed to
facilitate contact in case of a safety recall.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain States or Provinces.
Note to user
This instruction manual is meant to serve as a guide only. Specification and references are subject to change without prior notice.
Check the website www.steelcitytoolworks.com
for updated manuals with reference to the VER# located on the front page.
LIMITED WARRANTY – ACCU-SHOP line of bench top tools
Steel City Tool Works, LLC (SCTW) warrants this SCTW ACCU-SHOP machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials
for a period of 2 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner for domestic use.
Consumables such as blades, knives, bits and sandpaper are not covered.
Wear items such as drive belt, bearings, switch, are covered for 1 year.
The warranty does not cover any product used for professional or commercial production purpose nor for industrial or educational
applications. Such cases are covered by our 30 days Limited Warranty with the Conditions and Exceptions listed previously.
and
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WARRANTY CARD
Name ________________________________________________
Street _______________________________________________
Apt. No. ______________________________________________
City _________________________ State ______ Zip __________
Phone Number_________________________________________
E-Mail________________________________________________
Product Description:_____________________________________
Model No.: ___________________________________________
Serial No. _____________________________________________
The following information is given on a voluntary basis
and is strictly confidential.
1. Where did you purchase your STEEL CITY machine?
Store: ____________________________________________
City:______________________________________________
2. How did you first learn of Steel City Tool Works?
___ Advertisement ___ Mail Order Catalog
___ Web Site ___ Friend
___ Local Store Other_______________________
3. Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to?
___ American Woodworker ___ American How-To
––– Cabinetmaker ___ Family Handyman
___ Fine Homebuilding ___ Fine Woodworking
___ Journal of Light Construction ___ Old House Journal
___ Popular Mechanics ___ Popular Science
CUT HERE
___ Popular Woodworking ___ Today’s Homeowner
!
___ WOOD ___ Woodcraft
___ WOODEN Boat ___ Woodshop News
___ Woodsmith ___ Woodwork
___ Woodworker ___ Woodworker’s Journal
___ Workbench Other_________________
8. How would you rank your woodworking skills?
___ Simple ___ Intermediate
___ Advance ___ Master Craftsman
9. How many Steel City machines do you own? _____________
10. What stationary woodworking tools do you own?
Check all that apply.
___ Air Compressor ___ Band Saw
___ Drill Press ___ Drum Sander
___ Dust Collection ___ Horizontal Boring Machine
___ Jointer ___ Lathe
___ Mortiser ___ Panel Saw
___ Planer ___ Power Feeder
___ Radial Arm Saw ___ Shaper
___ Spindle Sander ___ Table Saw
___ Vacuum Veneer Press ___ Wide Belt Sander
Other____________________________________________
11. Which benchtop tools do you own?
___ Belt Sander ___ Belt / Disc Sander
___ Drill Press ___ Band Saw
___ Grinder ___ Mini Jointer
___ Mini Lathe ___ Scroll Saw
___ Spindle / Belt Sander Other______________________
12. Which portable / hand held power tools do you own?
Check all that apply.
Check all that apply.
___
Belt Sander ___ Biscuit Jointer
___ Dust Collector ___ Circular Saw
___ Detail Sander ___ Drill / Driver
___ Miter Saw ___ Orbital Sander
___ Palm Sander ___ Portable Thickness Planer
___ Saber Saw ___ Reciprocating Saw
___ Router Other_______________________
4. Which of the following woodworking / remodeling shows do
you watch?
___ Backyard America ___ The American Woodworker
___ Home Time ___ The New Yankee Workshop
___ This Old House ___ Woodwright’s Shop
Other__________________________________________
5. What is your annual household income?
___ $20,000 to $29,999 ___ $30,000 to $39,999
___ $40,000 to $49,999 ___ $50,000 to $59,999
___ $60,000 to $69,999 ___ 70,000 to $79,999
___ $80,000 to $89,999 ___ $90,000 +
6. What is your age group?
___ 20 to 29 years ___ 30 to 39 years
___ 40 to 49 years ___ 50 to 59 years
___ 60 to 69 years ___ 70 + years
7. How long have you been a woodworker?
___ 0 to 2 years ___ 2 to 8 years
___ 8 to 20 years ___ over 20 years
13. What machines / accessories would you like to see added to the
STEEL CITY line?
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
14. What new accessories would you like to see added?
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
15. Do you think your purchase represents good value?
___Yes ___ No
16. Would you recommend STEEL CITY products to a friend?
___ Yes ___ No
17. Comments:
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
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SteelCityToolWorks
#4 Northpoint Court
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
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PLACE
STAMP
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Cutting Capacity(height) 6"
Cutting Capacity(width) 14"
Blade Length 93-1/2"
Blade Speed 2500 SFPM
Minimum Blade Width 1/8"
Maximum Blade Width 3/4"
Table Size 14" x 14"
Table Tilt 45R, 3L
Table Height from Floor 42.5"
Wheel Diameter 14"
Dust Port Size 4"
MOTOR
Horsepower 3/4 HP
Amps 10 / 5A
Volts 120 / 240V
Phase single
Hertz 60Hz
RPM 1725
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
Footprint 18.5 " x 16.25"
Width 24.5"
Depth 16.25"
Height 66.5"
Net Weight 187 lbs
SHIPPING DIMENSIONS:
Carton Type cardboard carton
Width 21.3"
Depth 44.5"
Height 19.3"
Gross Weight 198.5 lbs.
There are a variety of accessories available for your Steel City Product. For more information on
any accessories associated with this and other machines, please contact your nearest Steel City
distributor, or visit our website at: www.steelcitytoolworks.com.
Blade drift
begins to wander off the cutting line.
Crosscutting
piece.
Guide Bearings
providing stability for blade while in operation
Resaw
thickness.
- A problem that may occur when the blade
- Cutting across the grain of the work-
- Located on either side of the blade,
- The process of slicing stock to reduce its
Ripping
the grain of the wood.
Set
tor positioned.
Tracking
wheels while the machine is running.
Thrust Bearing
viding support to the back of the blade when the saw isin
operation.
- Cutting lengthwise down the workpiece with
- Refers to the way in which the saw teeth are ben
- refers to the position of the saw blade on the
- Located behind the saw blade, pro-
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FEATURE IDENTIFICATION
D
A
C
A. Power Switch
B. Table
C. Blade Guard
D. Post Guide
B
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GENERAL SAFETY
!
WARNING
TO AVOID serious injury and damage to the machine,
read and follow all Safety and Operating Instructions
before assembling and operating this machine.
This manual is not totally comprehensive. It does not
and can not convey every possible safety and operational problem which may arise while using this
machine. The manual will cover many of the basic and
specific safety procedures needed in an industrial environment.
All federal and state laws and any regulations having
jurisdiction covering the safety requirements for use of
this machine take precedence over the statements in
this manual. Users of this machine must adhere to all
such regulations.
Below is a list of symbols that are used to attract your
attention to possible dangerous conditions.
!
This is the international safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey
all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
!
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.
!
WARNING
Exposure to the dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities
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. The dust
may contain 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.
Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use a dust collection
system along with an air filtration system whenever
possible. Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA
approved respiratory protection appropriate for the
dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap
and water.
WARNING
!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
!
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indi-
cates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
NOTICE
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper operation of the machine.
1. To avoid serious injury and damage to the machine,
read the entire User Manual before assembly and
operation of this machine.
!
WARNING
2. ALWAYS wear eye protection. Any machine can
throw debris into the eyes during operations,
which could cause severe and permanent eye
damage. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety
glasses. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (that
comply with ANSI standard Z87.1) when operating power tools.
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!
WARNING
3. ALWAYS wear hearing protection. Plain cotton is
not an acceptable protective device. Hearing
equipment should comply with ANSI S3.19
Standards.
!
WARNING
4. ALWAYS wear a NIOSH/OSHA approved dust
mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or airborne particles.
ALWAYS keep the work area clean, well lit, and
5.
organized. DO NOT work in an area that has slippery floor surfaces from debris, grease, and wax.
6. ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical
receptacle before making adjustments, changing
parts or performing any maintenance.
7. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that
the power switch is in the “OFF” position before
plugging in the power cord to the electrical
receptacle.
!
WARNING
11. DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform an opera-
tion for which it was not designed. It will do a safer
and higher quality job by only performing operations
for which the machine was intended.
12. DO NOT stand on a machine. Serious injury could
result if it tips over or you accidentally contact any
moving part.
DO NOT store anything above or near the machine.
13.
14. DO NOT operate any machine or tool if under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
15.
EACH AND EVERY time, check for damaged parts
prior to using any machine. Carefully check all
guards to see that they operate properly, are not
damaged, and perform their intended functions.
Check for alignment, binding or breakage of all
moving parts. Any guard or other part that is damaged should be immediately repaired or replaced.
16. Ground all machines. If any machine is supplied
with a 3-prong plug, it must be plugged into a
3-contact electrical receptacle. The third prong is
used to ground the tool and provide protection
against accidental electric shock.
the third prong.
17. Keep visitors and children away from any machine.
DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work
area, especially when the machine is operating.
18. KEEP protective guards in place and in working
order.
19. MAINTAIN your balance. DO NOT extend yourself
over the tool. Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes.
Keep floor clear of debris, grease, and wax.
DO NOT remove
8. AVOID a dangerous working environment. DO
use electrical tools in a damp environment
NOT
or expose them to rain or moisture.
!
WARNING
9. CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by
removing switch keys, unplugging tools from the
electrical receptacles, and using padlocks.
10. DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of
flammable liquids or gasses.
20. MAINTAIN all machines with care. ALWAYS KEEP
machine clean and in good working order. KEEP all
blades and tool bits sharp.
21.
NEVER leave a machine running, unattended. Turn
the power switch to the OFF position.
leave the machine until it has come to a complete
stop.
22. REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the
immediate area prior to turning the machine ON.
23. SECURE all work. When it is possible, 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 any machine.
NOT operate any machine tool while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
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25.
USE ONLY recommended accessories. Use of
incorrect or improper accessories could cause serious injury to the operator and cause damage to the
machine. If in doubt, DO NOT use it.
26. THE USE of extension cords is not recommended
for 230V equipment. It is better to arrange the
placement of your equipment and the installed
wiring to eliminate the need for an extension cord.
If an extension cord is necessary, refer to the chart
in the Grounding Instructions section to determine
the minimum gauge for the extension cord. The
extension cord must also contain a ground wire and
plug pin.
28.
SAVE these instructions and refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users.
29. Information regarding the safe and proper operation
of this tool is also available from the following
sources:
Power Tool Institute
1300 Summer Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115-2851
www.powertoolinstitute.org
National Safety Council
1121 Spring Lake Drive
Itasca, IL 60143-3201
27. Wear proper clothing,
gloves, neckties, or jewelry. These items can get
caught in the machine during operations and pull
the operator into the moving parts. Users must
wear a protective cover on their hair, if the hair is
long, to prevent it from contacting any moving parts.
DO NOT wear loose clothing,
PRODUCT SAFETY
1. Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety
precautions are overlooked or ignored. Accidents
are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure
to pay attention. Obtain advice from supervisor,
instructor, or another qualified individual who is
familiar with this machine and its operations.
2. Every work area is different. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your work area. Use this
machine with respect and caution. Failure to do so
could result in serious personal injury and damage
to the machine.
3. Prevent electrical shock. Follow all electrical and
safety codes, including the National Electrical Code
(NEC) and the Occupational Safety and Health
Regulations (OSHA). All electrical connections and
wiring should be made by qualified personnel only.
American National Standards Institute
25West 43rd. St, 4th Floor
New York, NY. 10036
ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements
For Woodworking Machines
WWW.ANSI.ORG
U.S. Department of Labor Regulations
OSHA 1910.213 Regulations
WWW.OSHA.GOV
5. STOP using this machine, if at any time you
experience difficulties in performing any operation.
Contact your supervisor, instructor or machine
service center immediately.
6. Safety decals are on this machine to warn and
direct you to how to protect yourself or visitors from
personal injury. These decals MUST be maintained
so that they are legible. REPLACE decals that are
not legible.
7. DO NOT leave the unit plugged into the electrical
outlet. Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in
use and before servicing, performing maintenance
tasks, or cleaning.
8. ALWAYS turn the power switch “OFF” before
unplugging the bandsaw.
!
WARNING
4. TO REDUCE the risk of electrical shock. DO
NOT use this machine outdoors. DO NOT
expose to rain or moisture. Store indoors in a
dry area.
!
WARNING
9. DO NOT handle the plug or bandsaw with
wet hands.
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USE
10. accessories only recommended by Steel City.
DO NOT NEVER
11. pull the bandsaw by the power cord.
allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp
edges, hot surfaces, oil or grease.
DO NOT
12. unplug the bandsaw by pulling on the power
ALWAYS
cord. grasp the plug, not the cord.
REPLACE DO NOT
13. a damaged cord immediately. use
a damaged cord or plug. if the band saw
is not operating properly, or has been damaged, left
outdoors or has been in contact with water.
DO NOT DO NOT
14. use the bandsaw as a toy. use near
or around children.
ENSURE
15. that the machine sits firmly on the floor before
using. If the machine wobbles or is unstable, correct the
problem by using shims or blocks prior to operation.
MATCH
16. the blade type and size to the workpiece
being cut.
MAKE SURE
17. that the blade tension is set appropriately for the size of blade being used.
DO NOT USE
19. all blade guides as specifided in the
ADJUST
operating instructions.
20. the upper guide to a point about 1/4”
ADJUST
above the workpiece being cut.
21. cut work pieces that do not have a flat
DO NOT
bottom without properly supporting the piece to
maintain a stable position.
22. hand and fingers away from blade.
KEEP
23. workpiece firmly and use a moderate feed
HOLD
speed.
24. “relief” cuts before cutting curves.
MAKE
25. machine before backing the workpiece
TURN OFF
out of an incomplete cut.
26. the machine before removing scrap
TURN OFF
Pieces.
27. With the machine , clean dust
build-up around lower blade guides regularly.
TURNED OFF
MAKE SURE
18. that the blade is tracking properly by
manually turning the wheels before starting the
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The switch provided with your saw is a dual voltage
capable switch, meaning it is designed to function at
either 120 or 240 volts. The switch and saw come
prewired for 120 volt operation. If you decide to convert
the saw to 240V, you will have to replace the 120 volt
plug on the switch with a UL/CSA Listed plug, suitable
for 240 volts. The bandsaw with a 240 volt plug should
only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter is available or should be
used with the 230 volt plug. Once the modification has
been made to the plug of the switch, be sure to follow the
instructions under CHANGING MOTOR VOLTAGE for
changing the motor voltage from 120 volt to 240 volt in the
ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual.
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120/240
120
240
240
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UNPACKING & INVENTORY
Remove any protective materials and coatings from all
of the parts and the bandsaw. After cleaning, apply a
good quality paste wax to any unpainted surfaces.
Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly .
Compare the items to inventory figures; verify that all
items are accounted for before discarding the shipping
box.
Check shipping carton and machine for damage before
unpackaging. Carefully remove packaging materials,
parts and machine from shipping carton. Always check
for and remove protective shipping materials around
motors and moving parts. Lay out all parts on a clean
work surface.
A. Poly-V Belt
B. Lone L Channel (2)
C. Short L Channel (2)
D. Pulley Cover
A
If any parts are missing, do not attempt to plug in the
power cord and turn “ON” the machine. The machine
should only be turned “ON” after all the parts have been
obtained and installed correctly. For missing parts,
contact Steel City at 1-877-SC4-TOOL.
E. Cabinet Top Plate
F. Corner Cabinet Post (4)
G.H.Wide Cabinet Plate (2)
Thin Cabinet Plate (2)
D
B
H
G
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F
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I. Table
J. Table Lock Knobs (2)
K. Table Insert
L. 2.5mm Hex Wrench
M. 3mm Hex Wrench
I
N. M8X40mm Hex Head
Screw (4)
O. Leveling Feet (4)
P. M6X12mm Hex Head
Flange Screw (19)
Q. M8 Lock Washer (4)
R. M6 Hex Head Flange
Nut (8)
S. M8 Flat Washer (4)
T. M6X10mm Pan Head
M
N
Q
L
K
J
O
P
Flange Screw (32)
U. M8X50mm Hex Head
Screw
V. M8 Nut
W.M12 Retaining ring
X. Motor Fixed Rod
Y. Cotter Pin
Z. Cable Clamp
AA.M5X12mm Pan Head
Screw
AA
S
R
T
Z
Y
X
U
V
W
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ASSEMBLY
CABINET ASSEMBLY
1. Fasten the 2 Long L Channel (A) and 2 Short
L Channel (B) with 4 Corner cabinet post (C) using
Eight M6x12mm Hex Head Flange Screw (D).
2. Attach the leveling feet (E) by screwing the studs
into the threaded holes in the bottom of the base.
SEE FIG.1
Fig.1
D
B
4. Fixed the motor on the top plate using Motor ixed
rod (H) and 12 ring (I)and cotter pin(J). Using
M5X12mm Pan head screw(K) and cable clamp to fix
the motor power cord(L).
Φ
SEE FIG. 3
f
Fig.3
J
I
K
H
L
C
A
E
3. Fasten the Top Plate (F) and Corner Cabinet
posts
Screw and eight
using eight M6x12mm Hex Head Flange
M6 Hex Head Flange Nut (G).
SEE FIG.2
Fig.2
F
4. Fasten two wide cabinet plate and two thin cabinet
plate using 24 M6X12mm Hex head flange screw (M).
SEE FIG. 4
Fig.4
M
G
Take care to support the motor when turning the base
right side up. Failure to do so can cause the motor to
slam into the side of the cabinet damaging the motor,
cabinet or both.
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ATTACHING BAND SAW TO BASE
1. Place the bandsaw on top of the base making sure
to line up the four holes in the base with the four
Holes in the casting of the bandsaw.
NOTE: When placing the bandsaw on the base, make
sure that the exposed pulley (A) and the cutout (B) in
the base are on the same side. SEE FIG. 5.
Fig.5
INSTALLING BELT
AND BELT GUARD
1. Install Belt by “walking” the belt onto the Band saw
Pulley (B) and the Motor pulley (C). SEE FIG.6
Fig. 6
B
C
A
B
2. Fasten the bandsaw to the base using four M8
x40mm Hex head screws, four M8 flat washers, and
four M8 lock washers.
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2. Once the belt is installed, confirm that the pulleys
are aligned using a straight edge on the outer face
of both pulleys. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen
pulley and set the motor itself can be repositioned by
loosening the four bolts that attach the motor to the
motor plate, repositioning the motor, and then
retightening the four bolts. SEE FIG. 7.
Fig.7
Fig.8
D
E
3. Install one M10 Hex Nut (D) onto the motor
tensioning bolt (E) and thread the bolt into the base
of the bandsaw.
4. Tighten the motor tensioning bolt until it can comes
in contact with the motor plate. Continue tightening
until there is about 1” deflection in the belt when
squeezed at its midpoint. Once the correct belt
tension is achieved, tighten hex nut from step 3
until it bottoms out against the base.
SEE FIG. 8.
5. Fasten the pulley cover (E) to the bandsaw using the
three pan head flange screws.
6. Install the thin cabinet plate that can't be installed in
page 17 step 4.
SEE FIG. 9.
Fig.9
E
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MOUNTING THE TABLE
3. Position the two threaded bolts so that they line up
with the holes in the trunnion. Once the bolts are
through the holes, fasten the table using the two
Table lock knobs (A). SEE FIG. 11.
1. Feed the blade through the slot in the table.
SEE FIG.10
Fig. 10
Fig.11
A
A
2. Once the blade reaches the center hole of the table,
rotate the table 90 degrees clockwise so that the
miter slot is towards the right of the machine.
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ADJUSTMENT
TABLE TILT
The table on your bandsaw is designed to tilt up to 45
degrees to the right and up to 3 degrees to the left. To
tilt the table:
1. Loosen both lock knobs (A) on the underside of the
Table. SEE FIG. 12.
Fig.12
B
A
SETTING BLADE TENSION
The blade tension is set by using the blade tension knob.
It be set prior to initial operation as it plays a vital
MUST
role in setup of other features of the band-saw. It should
also be checked when the blade is replaced, and from
time to time as the blade will stretch after prolonged use.
Keep in mind that putting too much or too little tension
can cause either blade break-age (too much pressure) or
poor cutting results (too little pressure).
1. Set the blade tension by rotating the knob (A).
Turning the knob clockwise increases the tension
while turning the handwheel counterclockwise
decreases the tension. SEE FIG.14
A
2. Tilt the table to the right noting that the scale
(B)shows the angle of the table.
3. Retighten lock knobs when desired angle is
achieved.
NOTE:
sary to remove the positive stop bolt (C)
In order to tilt the table to the left, it is
SEE FIG. 13.
Fig.13
Fig.14
A
neces-
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2. As you rotate the knob you will notice a red
marker(C) on the inside of the scale. This is to be
used asa guideline for the blade tension depending
on the width of the blade. For example if you are
using a1/8” blade, align the red marker inside the
scale with the 1/8” mark on the outside of the scale.
SEE FIG. 15.
Fig.15
3. If the blade does not ride on the center of the wheel,
or starts to move towards the edge of the wheel,
loosen the wingnut (A) and turn the tracking
adjustment knob (B). SEE FIG. 16.
Fig.16
B
A
NOTE:
tensioning. Always follow the blade manufacturer’s recommendations for proper blade tension.
NOTE:
idea to release the tension on the blade using the knob.
The scale is only a recommended guideline for
When the bandsaw is not in use, it is a good
BLADE TRACKING
Blade tracking refers to the way the saw blade rides on the
wheels while the machine is in operation. This adjustment has
been set at the factory, but it is good practice to check the
tracking each time before using the machine. Tracking should
also be checked after a blade change.
1. Open the upper door exposing the top wheel of the
bandsaw.
NOTICE: When using the tracking adjustment knob, do
so in small increments as this is a sensitive adjustment.
4. Rotate the wheel again. Repeat steps 2 through 4
until the blade rides on the center of the wheel.
5. Once proper tracking is achieved, close and secure
the upper door and retighten wing nut loosened
In step 3.
2. Rotate the wheel clockwise, by hand, and take note
of the position of the blade on the wheel. The blade
should ride on the center of the wheel.
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ADJUSTING TABLE
POSITIVE STOPS
DO NOT attempt to set the positive stops until you have
checked and/ or adjusted both the blade tension and
blade tracking. Refer to SETTING BLADE TENSION
And BLADE TRACKING in the ADJUSTMENTS section
of this manual.
SETTING 90 DEGREE STOP
1. Loosen both table locking knobs (A). SEE FIG 17.
Fig.17
3. Place a gage on the tabletop and up against the
saw blade. SEE FIG.19.
Fig.19
A
D
2. Let the table rest against the 90 degree stop (B).
SEE FIG.18
Fig. 18
A
4. If an adjustment is necessary, tilt the table until it is square
to the blade and tighten the two lock knobs.
5. Loosen Hex Nut (C) and adjust the 90 degree
positive stop (B) until it contacts the underside of the
table. Retighten Hex Nut.
6. Adjust pointer on the bevel scale (D) to read zero, if
necessary.
SEE FIG. 18.
SEE FIG. 19.
SETTING 45 DEGREE STOP
1. Loosen the table lock knobs (A).
2. Tilt the table until the pointer on the bevel scale
lines up at the 45 degree mark.
3. The 45 degree positive stop (E) should contact the
table at this point.
4. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the hex nut on
the 45 degree stop and adjust stop until it contacts
the table when the bevel scale reads45 degrees.
SEE FIG. 18.
SEE FIG. 17.
5. Once the stop is set, retighten the hex nut.
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UPPER BEARING ADJUSTMENT
NOTICE: Make certain that you have followed all of the
steps in the SETTING BLADE TENSION section in the
ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual prior to starting
this section.
LOWER BEARING ADJUSTMENT
1. Loosen adjust nut (A) and slide thrust bearing (B)
until it is within .003 of the saw blade. This is
equivalent to about the thickness of a dollar bill.
Once the thrust bearing is set, retighten adjust nut
SEE FIG. 20.
Fig.20
B
A
1. Loosen (A) and slide thrust bearing(B)
until it is within .003 of the saw blade. Again, this is
about the thickness of a dollar bill. Once the thrust
bearing is set, retighten . SEE FIG. 21.
adjust nut
adjust nut
Fig.21
B
A
D
D
C
E
2. The block guide (E) should be positioned within
1/32” of the blade. If an adjustment is necessary,
loosen thumbscrew (C) and adjust knob (D) until the
block guide
process for the left and right s.
is within 1/32” of the blade. Use this
block guide
C
E
F
2. The block guides (E) should be positioned within
1/32” of the saw blade. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen thumbscrew (C) and adjust nuts (D)
until each is within 1/32” of the blade.
Each (E) is controlled separately by
the (F) directly.
3. Once and thrust bearing are set,
make certain that all thumbscrews and
are retightened.
block guide
block guide
thumbscrew
block guides
adjust nuts
3. Once s and thrust bearing are set, make
block guide
certain that all thumbscrews are retightened.
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BELT TENSION
Belt tension is adjusted using the Motor Tensioning Bolt.
It should be adjusted on initial setup and when the belt is
replaced. It should also be checked periodically as the belt
may stretch after time. Correct belt tension is achieved when
there is 1” or less deflection in the belt when squeezed at it’s
midpoint.
1. To adjust the belt tension, first remove the pulley
cover by removing the three Phillips head screws
that fasten it to the bandsaw.
2. Check belt tension by squeezing it at the point just
where it exits the base. SEE FIG. 22.
Fig.22
CHANGING MOTOR VOLTAGE
The motor supplied with your bandsaw is a dual
voltage120 / 240V motor. The motor comes prewired
from the factory for 120 volt operation. To change to 240
volt operation, in addition to the following steps, it is
necessary to replace the existing 120V plug with a
UL/CSA listed plug (not included) suitable for 240V and
the rated amperage of the motor. The saw should only
then be connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter is available or
should be used with a 240V plug.
1. Remove the junction box cover from the motor and
follow the wiring diagram on the inside of the cover
for 240V operation.
3. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen Hex Nut (A)
and Tighten Motor Tensioning Bolt (B). until the
proper tension is achieved.
4. Once the correct tension is achieved, retighten Hex
Nut.
2. Replace junction box cover.
3. The START/ STOP switch does NOT need to be
Modified.
BLADE DRIFT
Blade drift occurs when the blade begins to wander off
the cutting line. It can be caused by several factors.
• Incorrect Blade Tension
• Wrong Blade Type
• Dull Blade
If you experience blade drift, check the appropriate
adjustments first. If this does not correct the problem, the
blade may have to be replaced. See BLADE
REPLACEMENT in the MAINTENANCE section of this
manual for more information.
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OPERATION
PRE RUN CHECK
Before you begin using your new bandsaw, you should
give it a thorough inspection and ask yourself the following questions:
1.Are the blade bearings properly adjusted?
2.Is the blade tension and blade tracking properly set?
3.Is the unit stable, does it rock or wobble?
4.Have you read all the warnings associated with this
saw?
BLADE GUARD HEIGHT
The blade guard height is set by loosening the thumbscrew (A)and then push the Bracket support (B). The
guard should set no higher than 1/4” above your
workpiece during use.
Fig.23
B
A
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BLADE SELECTION
PITCH
Using the proper saw blade for the job you are performing will optimize the efficiency of your bandsaw and
increase the quality of your work. There are some
basic questions that apply when determining which
type of blade to use.
• What type of material is to be cut?
• How thick is the workpiece?
• What features does the workpiece contain, i.e. bends,
curves, etc.?
These questions will help you with determining which
type of blade to use. The type of blade is determined
by 5 features. They are:
1. Blade width
2. Pitch
3. Tooth shape
4. Set
5. Blade material
The unit of measure for pitch is teeth per inch. A fine
pitch, meaning having more teeth per inch, will deliver
a smoother cut, but will take a longer time to complete.
A coarse pitch, meaning having fewer teeth per inch,
will cut much faster, but leave a rougher finish. A good
rule of thumb is the thicker the workpiece, the coarser
the pitch should be.
TOOTH SHAPE
Tooth shapes come in several basic types. Three of
them are hook, skip, and variable. Skip and hook types
are used to help obtain a higher feed rate when cutting
thick workpieces, while variable combines the features
of two types of blades.
SET
The term “set” refers to the way that the saw teeth are
bent or positioned. Set patterns are selected depending on the type of material being cut.
BLADE WIDTH
Blades for the bandsaw are available in different standard widths. This width is measured from the rear of
the blade to the tip of the tooth. In general, a wider
blade is used for ripping and generally straight line
cuts. The narrower blades are mainly used for cutting
a workpiece with curves and bends.
BLADE MATERIAL
Bandsaw blades can be made from different types of
materials. Some common materials are carbon steel,
spring steel, and high speed steel.
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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL CLEANUP
•Keep the bearing guides clean and free of buildup of
pitch, resin, etc.
•Remove any deposits from the wheels to help avoid
vibration and premature blade breakage
•Keep the inside of bandsaw clear of sawdust.
Occasionally vacuum out the inside of the unit or blowout
the inside of the unit with an air hose.
•Clean and grease the raising /lowering mechanism if the
unit becomes difficult to move
Fig.24
A
INSTALLING / CHANGING BLADES
1. Remove the table insert and take the tension off of
the blade by rotating the Knob (A) clockwise.
SEE FIG. 24
2. Open both the upper and lower doors of the bandsaw.
3. Carefully remove the blade from between the upper
and lower guides and remove the blade from both of
the wheels. Slide the blade through the slot in the
table to remove the old blade.
4. Guide the new blade through the table slot and place
into the blade guides and onto the center of the
upper and lower wheels.
REPLACING POLY-V BELT
1. Remove the Motor Access Panel and the Pulley
Cover.
2. Loosen the M8 Hex Nut (A) and the Motor
Tensioning Bolt (B) to take tension off of the belt.
SEE FIG. 25.
Fig.25
NOTICE: MUST
towards the front of the saw.5.Replace the table insert.
5. Replace the table insert.
The blade teeth point downward and
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PARTS
29
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KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
18a
19
20
21
22
22a
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
52a
52b
53
54
55
56
56a
56b
57
58
58a
PART
NO.
OR74410
OR74411
OR74412
OR74413
OR74419
OR94833
OR90248
OR73561
OR73554
OR74414
OR91796
OR74415
OR74416
OR73539
OR74418
OR73553
OR73552
OR94777
OR91828
OR94793
OR94832
OR74420
OR74421
OR90145
OR94618
OR74422
OR74423
OR73544
OR74424
OR74425
OR74426
OR94833
OR74427
OR74428
OR74429
OR91755
OR74430
OR73558
OR74431
OR74432
OR74433
OR74434
OR74435
OR90222
OR74436
OR74437
SC80104
OR73563
OR74438
SC10789
OR94331
OR73565
OR74257
OR90059
OR90502
OR91758
OR92174
OR74439
OR90235
OR74259
OR74440
OR93370
OR74441
OR94840
OR90248
DESCRIPTION
UPPER WHEEL 1
TIPE 2
PAN HD SCR M4 X P0.7 X 8mm 8
HINGE UPPER 1
UPPER WHEEL REAR COVER 1
HD HEX FLANGE SCR M8 X 12mm 1
BIG WASHER M8 2
BLADE GUARD 1
STUD 1
KNOB 1
SPRING PIN 1
SCREW POST 1
COMPRESS SPRING 1
WASHER INDICATOR 2
SQUARE NUT 1
SWITCH ASS'Y 1
SWITCH BRACKET 1
M6X8 PAN HD SCR 2
SCR TAP M4X16mm 4
M6 EXT TOOTH WASHER 2
STRAIN RELIFE (7P-2) 2
SWITCH BOX PLATE 1
M5X10 HEX SOC HD SCR 4
SPRING WASHER 4
M6X10 PAN HD FLANGE SCR 2
UPPER FRAME 1
POST GUIDE 1
THUMB SCR 1
M10X8 HEX SOC SET SCR 1
SPRING COIL 1
STEEL BALL 1
M8X12 HEX HD FLANGE SCR 1
SLEEVE SPACING 2
BEARING 6200ZZ 2
FLAT WASHER Φ6.4X 14X1.5T 4
M6X12 HEX SOC SCR 2
BLOCK GUIDE 4
THUMB SCR 4
UPPER BRACKET 2
M6X12 THUMB SCR 3
BRACKET SUPPORT POST 1
M8X40 HEX SOC SET SCR 4
MICRO NUT 4
M6X12 HEX SOC SCR 1
M6X15 THUMB SCR 1
SAW GUARD PLATE 1
M6X10 HEX SOC HD SCR 2
TABLE INSERT 1
TABLE 1
BELT (A-1000) 1
M10X55 HEX HD SCR 2
CLAMP BRACKET 2
TURNNION 2
WASHER 6
M6 SPRING WASHER 6
M6X18 HEX SOC HD SCR 6
M8X30 HEX SOC HD SCR 1
M8X50 HEX HD SCR 1
M6 HEX NUT 1
TURNNION BRACKET 1
M6X30 HEX SOC HD SCR 1
M6 LOCK NUT 1
LOCK KNOB 2
M8X35 HEX SOC HD SCR 1
M8 SPRING WASHER 2
Φ
QTY
.
KEY
NO.
59
60
61
61a
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
71a
72
73
73a
74
74a
75
76
76a
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
93a
94
95
95a
96
97
98
99
100
101
103
104
105
106
107
109
110
111
112
113
149
150
151
152
153
PART
NO.
OR74442
OR93552
OR74443
OR93906
OR74444
OR94829
OR94851
OR94853
OR73570
OR74445
OR74446
OR74447
OR74448
OR93891
OR90248
OR90311
OR74449
OR94850
OR74450
OR74412
OR74451
OR90219
OR74452
OR74453
OR91817
OR74454
OR74455
OR94206
OR74456
OR74457
OR74458
OR94826
OR94827
OR74459
OR74460
OR94836
OR74461
OR73524
OR74462
OR91754
OR91812
OR73522
OR74463
OR91823
OR74464
OR91793
OR74465
OR74466
OR74467
OR74468
OR74469
OR90507
OR74258
OR90135
OR73572
OR74470
OR74471
OR73590
OR90145
OR90507
OR70003
OR73578
OR73562
OR74489
OR74490
QTY
DESCRIPTION
PULLEY 1
M6X8 HEX SOC SET SCR 2
MOTOR PULLEY 1
M5X6 HEX SOC SET SCR 2
KEY 5X35 1
RETAINING RING EXTERNAL 20 1
BEARING 6204 2Z 2
M5X6 HEX SOC SCR 1
PIN 4
FLAT WASHER 2
M19 SPRING WASHER 1
HEX NUT M18XP2.5 1
M18XP2.5X70 HEX HD SCR 1
M8X40 HEX HD SCR 4
M8 SPRING WASHER 4
M8 FLAT WASHER 4
BASE 1
WAVE WASHER 1
HINGE LOWER 1
M4x8mm PAN HD SCR 4
M5X10 HEX SOC HD SCR 4
5X5X30 KEY 1
6X35 KEY 1
LOWER WHEEL SHAFT 1
SPECIAL WASHER 1
M8X20 HEX HD SCR(L) 1
M8X50 THUMB SCR 1
M8 BETTER FLY NUT 1
SLIDING BRACKET 1
UPPER WHEEL BRACKET 1
UPPER WHEEL SHAFT 1
BEARING 6202 2Z 2
Φ2
35 INT EXT RING
SPACER 1
M12X1.25 HEX NUT 1
M8X50 HEX FLANGE SCR 1
LOWER WHEEL 1
BELT (1/4" W 93.5" L) 1
FRONT UPPER GUARD 1
M6 LOCK NUT 2
M6X22 HEX SOC SCR 2
HAND WHEEL 2
M5X22 HEX SOC SCR 2
M5 BIG WASHER 2
LOWER GUARD 1
3X20 SPRING PIN 1
8X25 PIN ROTATION 2
POWER CORD(16AWGX3C) 1
MOTOR CONNECTION WIRE 1
6N3-4 STRAIN RELIFE 2
CABLE CLAMP 1
M5X8 PAN HD SCR 1
SCALE 1
M4X6 PAN HD SCR 1
POINTER 1
LOWER BLADE GUARD 1
DOWN BRACKET 1
GUARD 1
M5 SPRING WASHER 2
M5X8 PAN HD SCR 2
NAME PLATE 1
WARNING LABEL 1
WARNING LABEL BLADE GUARD 1
M6X12mm SOC ROUNG HEAD SCR 1
BRUSH 1
Φ19ΧΦ36Χ3Τ
.
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KEY
NO.
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
123
124
125
126
127
128
129
PART
NO.
OR74472
OR74473
OR94197
OR74474
OR74475
OR94618
OR74476
OR74477
OR91132
OR74478
OR74479
OR74480
OR74481
OR90307
OR74482
OR74483
DESCRIPTION
3.2X22 CUTTER PIN 1
MOTOR FIXED ROD 1
12 RET AINING RING 1
PLATE FIXED MOTOR 1
MOTOR (3/4HP 1725RPM) 1
M6X10 P AN HD FLANGE SCR 32
M6X12 HEX HD FLANGE SCR 16
M6 HEX FLANGE NUT 8
BUTTON 4
LEG ST AND 4
LONG CABINET PLATE 2
SHORT CABINET PLATE 2
SNAP BUSHING 1
M8 HEX NUT 1
SHORT REINFORCED PLATE 2
LONG REINFORCED PLATE 2
QTY
KEY
.
NO.
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
143
144
145
146
147
148
PART
NO.
OR74484
OR74485
OR74486
OR74487
OR92137
OR90307
SC80343
OR93917
OR90311
OR94771
OR90289
OR90290
OR74491
OR74408
OR74492
SC10546
DESCRIPTION
CABINET TOP PLATE 1
PULLEY COVER 1
M6X12 HEX HD FLANGE SCR 3
CABLE CLAMP 1
M5X12 P AN HD SCR 1
M8 HEX NUT 1
M8X75 HEX HD SCR 1
M8X20 HEX HD SCR 4
M8 FLA T WASHER 4
M8 HEX FLANGE NUT 4
2.5mm ALLEN WRENCH 1
ALLEN WRENCH 1
3mm
OPEN END WRENCH 10/12mm 1
SPEC LABEL 1
MOTOR LABEL 1
PAD 2
QTY
.
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