Wellsaw 1016 User Manual

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1016

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Manual Bandsaw

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Operating & Maintenance Manual

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FORWARD

The Model 1016 Wellsaw has been designed and manufactured to conform to Wellsaw's
recognized high standards of quality and performance. Each saw must pass a series of
final inspection tests, including actual metal cutting operations, before it is shipped. For this saw
to provide satisfactory service, it is necessary that it be properly installed, operated and
maintained. This manual has been prepared to assist you in carrying out these functions. We
urge you to study this manual and follow its suggestions.

RECEIVING AND INSTALLATION

Un-crating

Carefully remove the protective crating and skid so the saw and its parts are not marred or
otherwise damaged. In the event of damage in transit, notify the carrier and file a Proof of Loss
Claim immediately.

Shortages

Inspect the complete shipment carefully against the itemized packing list. Make sure that all
items are present and in good condition. In the event of any shortage, notify the distributor from
whom you purchased the saw and the carrier who made final delivery.

Utility Hook-Up

The use of a qualified electrician is always recommended when connecting the saw to the main
power supply. Electrical codes differ from area to area and it is the customer’s responsibility to
ensure that their saw complies with applicable codes. Your Wellsaw is pre-wired at the factory
for a specified voltage. Always check the motor and electrical panel to ensure that they are both
wired to correspond to your electrical power supply.

Parts Ordering

For your convenience:

When contacting your Wellsaw Supplier or the Company for parts or service,

it is essential that you have your Model, Serial Number and Purchase Date

available. Jot them down here for handy reference.

Model: 1016

Serial Number:________________

Purchase Date:________________

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WARNING

- Misuse of this machine can cause serious injury.

- For safety, machine must be set up, used and serviced
properly.

- Read, understand and follow instructions in the
operator’s and parts manual.

When setting up machine:

- Always avoid using machine in damp or poorly lighted
work areas.

- Always be sure machine is securely anchored to the
floor.

- Always keep machine guards in place.

- Always put start switch in “OFF” position before
plugging in machine.

When using machine:

- Never operate with machine guards missing.

- Always wear safety glasses with side shields (See
ANSI Z87.1)

- Never wear loose clothing or jewelry.

- Never overreach - you may slip and fall into the
machine.

- Never leave machine running while away from it.

- Always shut off the machine when not in use.

When servicing the machine:

- Always unplug machine from electrical power while
servicing.

- Always follow instructions in operators and parts
manual when changing accessory tools or parts.

- Never modify the machine.

Read and follow these simple rules for best results and
full benefits from your machine. Used properly,
Wellsaw’s machinery is among the best in design and
safety. However, any machine used improperly can be
rendered inefficient and unsafe. It is absolutely
mandatory that those who use our products be properly
trained in how to use them correctly. They should read
and understand the Operators and Parts manual as well
as all labels affixed to the machine. Failure in
following all of these warnings can cause serious
injuries.

Machinery general safety warnings

1. Always wear protective eye wear when operating
machinery. Eye wear shall be impact resistant, protective
safety glasses with side shields which comply with ANSI
Z87.1 specifications. Use of eye wear which does not comply
with ANSI Z87.1 specifications could result in severe injury
from breakage of eye protection.

2. Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing or jewelry which
can get caught in moving parts. Rubber soled footwear is
recommended for best footing.

3. Do not overreach. Failure to maintain proper working
position can cause you to fall into the machine or cause your
clothing to get caught - pulling you into the machine.

4. Keep guards in place and in proper working order. Do not
operate the machine with guards removed.

5. Avoid dangerous working environments. Do not use
stationary machine tools in wet or damp locations. Keep work
areas clean and well lit. Special electrics should be used when
working on flammable materials.

6. Avoid accidental starts by being sure the start switch is
“OFF” before plugging in the machine.

7. Never leave the machine running while unattended.
Machine shall be shut off whenever it is not in operation.

8. Disconnect electrical power before servicing.

changing accessories or general maintenance is done on
the machine, electrical power to the machine must be
disconnected before work is done.

Whenever

9. Maintain all machine tools with care. Follow all
maintenance instructions for lubricating and the changing of
accessories. No attempt shall be made to modify or have
makeshift repairs done to the machine. This not only voids
the warranty but also renders the machine unsafe.

10. Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It is safer than using your hands and it frees both
hands to operate the machine.

11. Never brush away chips while the machine is in
operation.

12. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite accidents.

13. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the
machine back on.

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

15. Use only recommended accessories and follow
manufacturers instructions pertaining to them.

16. Keep hands in sight and clear of all moving parts and
cutting surfaces.

17. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from the
work area. Make workshop completely safe by using
padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

18. Know the tool you are using - its application, limitations,
and potential hazards.

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

General Electrical Cautions

This saw should be grounded in accordance with the National
Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. This work
should be done by a qualified electrician. The saw should be
grounded to protect the user from electrical shock.

-Lead from lead based paint

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

-Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

20. Your risk from those 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
specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Safety instructions on sawing systems

1. Always wear leather gloves when handling a saw blade.
The operator shall not wear gloves when operating the
machine.

2. All doors shall be closed, all panels replaced, and all other
safety guards in place prior to the machine being started or
operated.

3. Be sure that the blade is not in contact with the workpiece
when the motor is started. The motor shall be started and you
should allow the saw to come to full speed before bringing the
workpiece into the saw blade.

4. Keep hands away from the blade area. See figure A.

5. Remove any cut off piece carefully while keeping your
hands free from the blade area.

6. Saw must be stopped and electrical supply must be cut off
before any blade replacement or adjustment of blade support
mechanism is done, or before any attempt is made to change
the drive belts or before any periodic service or maintenance is
performed on the saw.

7. Remove all loose items and any unnecessary work pieces
from the area before starting machine.

8. Bring adjustable saw guides and guards as close as possible
to the work piece.

Wire sizes:
Caution: for circuits which are far away from the electrical
service box, the wire size must be increased in order to deliver
ample voltage to the motor. To minimize power losses and to
prevent motor overheating and burnout, the use of wire sizes
for branch circuits or electrical extension cords according to
the following table is recommended:

Conductor Length AWG (American wire gauge) number

240 volt lines 120 volt lines

0-50 feet No. 14 No. 14
50-100 feet No. 14 No. 12
Over 100 feet No. 12 No. 8

9. Always wear protective eye wear when operating, servicing
or adjusting machinery. Eye wear shall be impact resistant,
protective safety glasses with side shields complying with
ANSI Z87.1 specifications. Use of eye wear which does not
comply with ANSI Z87.1 specifications could result in severe
injury from breakage of eye protection. See figure B.

10. Non-slip footwear and safety shoes are recommended. See

figure C.

11. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended
periods of operation. See figure D.

12. The workpiece, or part being sawed, must be securely
clamped before the saw blade enters it.

13. Remove cut off pieces carefully, keeping hands away
from saw blade.

14. Saw must be stopped and electrical supply cut off or
machine unplugged before reaching into cutting area.

15. Avoid contact with coolant, especially guarding your
eyes.

Figure A Figure B

Figure C Figure D

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Index

General

Automatic Stop 6
Blade Brushes 9
Blade Selection Guide 36-37
Feed Pressure Adjustment 7
Fixed Vise Jaw 7
Gear Box Repair 9
Hydraulic Feed Control 7
Lubrication 10
Maintenance 10
Motor Switch 9
Notes on Sawing 5
Placing Blade on Saw 7
Receiving & Installation 1
Safety Instructions 2-3
Service Kits 10
Servicing Blade Guides 8
Sliding Vise Jaw 7
Specifications 4
Trouble Shooting 5
Variable Speed Drive 7
Warranty 11
Wheel Pitch Adjustment 9
Machine Operation 12

Drawings

Frame Assembly 13
Bed Assembly 15
Blade Guide Assembly (up to S/N 2499) 17
Guide-A-Matic Assembly 17
Carbide Guide Option (up to S/N 2499) 19
Blade Guide Assembly (S/N 2500 on) 21
Coolant System 23
Leg & Chip Pan 23
Rite Tensioning Device® 25
Hydraulic System 27
Motor & Gear Box 29
Variable Speed Drive 31
Electrical Controls 33

Parts Lists & Part Numbers

Frame Assembly 14
Bed Assembly 16
Blade Guide Assembly (up to S/N 2499) 18
Guide-A-Matic Assembly 18
Carbide Guide Option (up to S/N 2499) 20
Blade Guide Assembly (S/N 2500 on) 22
Coolant System 24
Leg & Chip Pan 24
Rite Tensioning Device® 26
Hydraulic System 28
Motor & Gear Box 30
Variable Speed Drive 32
Electrical Controls 34

Specifications

Capacity:

Round 10½”
Flat 16½”
Rectangular 10" x 16"
45 10" x 9"

Blade Speeds 50-100-175-275 SFPM

Motor

2hp 208-230/460/60/3

6.5 - 6.2 - 3.1 amps

2hp 115 - 230/60/1

24 - 12 amps

Drive V-Belt

Blade Size 1" x .035 x 11'6"

Height to top of Bed 29"

Coolant Tank Capacity 8 gallons, 170 GPH

.6 Amp/115 Volt

Floor Space 30" wide x 84" long

Vise Control Manual Screw

Swivel Vise To 45

Blade Tension Manual Rite Tension®

Feed Rate Control Variable, Hydraulic

Band Wheels 15" Diameter Cast Iron

Shipping Weight 900 Lbs.

Options Available:

Variable Speed Blade Drive (70-375 SFPM)
Casters (set of 4, 2 locking)
NFPA or JIC Electrics (w/disconnect)
Totally Enclosed Motor
Work Light
Stock Stand
5' or 10' Non-Powered Conveyor

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Notes on Sawing

Trouble Shooting

It is widely recognized that a proficient operator is a key to
optimum bandsawing. He makes certain the machine is
properly maintained and adjusted for dependable operation.
He carefully sets up each cutting job to prevent damage to the
machine and obtain the best performance from the equipment.

Experienced blade dealers can be very helpful in selecting the
grade and proper tooth blade for each sawing job. All blades
should be straight, have sharp teeth with uniform set, and be
“broken in” at a reduced feed rate to obtain good cutting
performance and blade life.

Every cutting situation has special characteristics requiring
some experimentation to determine which blade, speed and
feed rate will achieve the most satisfactory result. Cutting
charts indicate a good starting point, but must be modified by
direct experience if optimum performance is desired.

Here are some helpful pointers for adjusting speed and feed
for good cutting performance.

1. Make sure the saw is cutting a good chip from the
workpiece.
.2. Watch for blue chips or excessive “smoke” indicating heat
in the cut which could damage the blade or work harden the
material being cut

3. Watch for excessive vibration or chatter marks on the cut­off piece indicating possible damage to the saw teeth by
“hammering”.

4. Check the cut-off piece for flatness. A dull blade or
excessive feed will produce a “belly” in the cut.

5. Inspect the blade for worn, rounded or shiny cutting edges.
Avoid force cutting which will allow chips to “weld” to saw
teeth and eventually cause the teeth to be stripped off the
blade.

6. When experimenting, start with a slow speed and feed rate.
Gradually increase blade speed and then feed pressure by
small amounts until adverse effects are noted. You can then
set the speed and feed at a reasonable level for continuous
cutting. Remember that blade speed and feed pressure must
be balanced to keep cutting a good chip.

Premature Dulling of Blade Teeth

1. Feed rate too high or low. Check recommendation.

2. Blade speed too slow or too fast.

3. Faulty material; heavy scale, hard spots, etc.

4. Verify material analysis.

5. If coolant flow is not covering saw teeth, increase
coolant flow rate.

6. If saw is vibrating in cut, reduce blade speed or increase
feed rate.

7. Chipped or broken tooth may be lodged in cut.

8. “Chip welding” caused by improper feed and speed.

9. Incorrect coolant mixture.

10. Incorrect blade selection

11. Improper break-in of new blade. New blades should be
run initially with reduced feed pressure for approximately
50 to100 square inches.

12. Saw blade teeth may be hitting blade guides. Check for
proper blade size.

Saw Blade Vibration

1. Incorrect blade speed for material.

2. Blade tension insufficient.

3. Back-up bearing may be worn.

4. Incorrect choice of saw tooth pitch.

5. Incorrect coolant mixture.

6. Incorrect feed setting. Increase feed.

7. Workpiece not firmly clamped in vice.

8. Worn or improperly adjusted saw guides. Check and
make necessary adjustments.

Blade Teeth Chipping or Ripping Out

1. Blade pitch too coarse. Use a fine pitch saw blade on
thin work sections.

2. Improper break-in of new blade. Do not start a new
blade in an old cut.

3. Work piece not held firmly enough. Clamp work
securely.

4. Introduce cooling if it is not being used.

5. Faulty material; scale or hard spots.

6. Blade gullets may be loaded. Use higher viscosity
lubricant or coolant.

7. Blade speed and feed may need adjustment.

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Premature Blade Breakage

1. Poor weld in the blade.

2. Feed rate set too high. Reduce it.

3. Excessive blade speed. Adjust it.

4. Blade guides set too tight or misaligned.

5. Blade tension set too high.

6. Blade running against flange on wheels. Adjust
wheel pitch.

Blade Squeal

1. Feed rate too light for blade speed. Increase feed
rate and/or reduce blade speed.

Blade Slips Off Band Wheels

9. Dirty coolant.

10. Check for loose fasteners.

Rough Cut / Poor Finish

1. Excessive feed rate. See recommendations.

2. Blade too coarse. Use finer blade pitch.

3. Inadequate cutting fluid. Replace.

Blade Stalls in Work

1. Insufficient blade tension.

2. Excessive feed pressure.

3. Blade tooth spacing too coarse.

4. Motor worn or defective.

5. Guides too tight against blade.

1. Blade not tensioned correctly.

2. Wheel pitch not set properly.

3. Guides set too tight.

Gullets of Blade Teeth Loading

1. Blade pitch too fine. Review blade selection.

2. Incorrect blade speed. Consult cutting chart.

3. If not using coolant, apply it.

Chips Welding to Blade Teeth

1. Cutting rate too high.

2. Chip brush may be out of adjustment.

3. Check coolant and application.

Blade Becoming Scored

1. Saw guides may be worn. Check and replace if
necessary.

2. Too much pressure on saw guides. Adjust.

3. Guides may be out of alignment.

Blade Making Belly-Shaped Cut

1. Blade tension too light. Increase it.

2. Saw guides too far from work piece.

3. Blade pitch too fine. Use larger pitch and positive
rake tooth form.

4. Feed force too heavy. Decrease it.

Blade Does Not Track Properly

1. Set wheel pitch so that blade runs to wheel flange but
not against it.

2. Is blade tension correct?

3. Is back of blade riding against backup bearing? If not,
adjust it.

Motor Overheating

1. Check for correct voltage supply. Check voltage at
motor. Check magnetic starter heaters.

2. Check for loose electrical connections.

3. Does motor amp reading correspond to rating on
motor specifications tag?

4. Is internal motor wiring correct?

5. Is drive belt over tightened?

Operating Instructions

Cutting Tips

1. For longer blade life, start each cut carefully.

2. For new blades, reduce feed pressure on first two cuts
or about 100 square inches.

3. Keep blade guides as close to the vise jaws as possible.

4. Make sure all four legs of the saw are in solid contact
with the floor.

Inaccurate Cut-Off

1. Is conveyor or stock stand level with saw bed?

2. Insufficient blade tension.

3. Blade guides too far apart. Always set blade
guides as close to the piece as possible.

4. Blade may be dull. Check and replace if necessary.

5. Feed pressure too high. Reduce it.

6. Blade guides loose, worn or out of alignment.

7. Too many teeth-per-inch. Blade not cutting freely.

8. Chip brush not cleaning teeth properly.

Automatic Stop

When the blade has completed a cut through the material,
the saw frame drops onto a limit switch actuator which shuts
the motor off.

When changing a blade or doing any other maintenance or
repair,be sure the automatic stop is engaged and disconnect
the main power supply.

It is necessary to raise the saw frame to clear the limit switch
actuator before the saw can be started.

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Dash Pot

Machines are equipped with a dash pot (frame check) for the
purpose of stabilizing downward travel of the saw frame,
thereby protecting the saw blade from damage. The action
of the dash pot is hydraulic and controlled by fluid being
passed through an orifice in the piston on the downward
stroke.

Fill withing 1" of the top of the bottom cylinder with Mobil
Velocite Oil #6 or equivalent.

Frame Weight Adjustment

Before adjusting the frame spring at motor end, remove the
hydraulic dash pot and move the sliding weight to the rear
position (motor end). The frame spring should be adjusted
for approximately 16 pounds of weight at the frame handle.

Too much frame weight will cause the blade to make
crooked cuts!

Feeding Pressure

For saws before S/N 3319 feed pressure is varied by moving
the weight on the top side of the frame. Blade pressure
increases as the weight is moved toward the open end of the
saw. For saws starting at S/N 3319 feed pressure is varied
by turning the needle valve mounted on the side of the
dashpot cylinder. Excessive pressure may cause a run-out
of the blade (see Feed & Speed chart for recommendations).

Hydraulic Feed Control

speed or counter-clockwise to decrease speed. Do not adjust
the speed unless the pulley system is in operation (spinning).
The handwheel drag is set at the factory during assembly.
This drag prevents handwheel “creep” during operation but
still permits easy adjustment. Due to normal wear and
environment, the drag setting may change. To readjust,
tighten set screw in thrust nut.

Belt

Pivoted mounting provides for quick belt change. With the
belt in pulley grooves for the desired speed, swing motor to
put proper tension in the belt. Tighten thumb screw to hold
motor in proper operating position.

Fixed Vise Jaw

The two pins in the fixed vise jaw should be kept in place in
order to ensure square cuts. For cutting angles, the pins must
be removed and the turned to the desired position and
tightened with clamp bolts. These pins enable operators to
quickly relocate the fixed vise jaw for approximate 90
cutting. For final, accurate cutting, the fixed vise jaw should
be squared with the blade. (See Guide Alignment)

Sliding Vise Jaw

The sliding vise jaw is fitted with a lift plate and ratchet dog
for quick action. A hand wheel tightens the vise on the
workpiece. Excessive pressure is not required to hold

workpiece securely.

The feed rate is hydraulically controlled with a needle
valve located on the side of the cylinder. Caution: Do not

attempt to loosen or remove hoses until the saw frame is
supported in its “Down” position.

Speed Selection

Saws are equipped with step pulleys providing blade speeds
of 50, 100, 175 and 275 feet-per-minute. High speeds are
suggested for cutting thin wall tubing, channels, aluminum,
brass or any metal that will not burn the blade teeth. Use
medium speed for general cutting such as cold rolled,
machine steels, heavy channels, etc. Run at low speed for
cutting nickel steels or any metal requiring a slow speed on
a lathe. When cutting brass, use a blade that has not been
used on other metals and apply beeswax to the teeth.

Variable Speed Drive

Model 1016 may be equipped with variable speed pulleys
providing infinite speed selection between 70 and 375 feet­per-minute. See Cutting Speed Chart for settings.

To vary blade speed, rotate handwheel clockwise to increase

Maximum Capacity

To obtain maximum vise capacity, remove vise jaw pins and
move fixed vise toward motor end to the last two holes in the
bed. Make sure the stock in the vise will not strike the ratchet
arm.

Placing the Blade on Saw

1. Raise saw head part way.

2. Open idle and drive wheel guards.

3. Loosen Rite Tension® by turning “T” handle Counter­Clockwise (CCW) at least six (6) times. Gently pushing in on
the handle while turning will ensure that the device will reset
properly.

5. Open each carbide guide (if equipped). Reach behind each
blade guide assembly and turn the black knurled knob
Counter Clockwise (CCW) until it stops. This pulls the
carbide block away from the blade.

6. Remove the blade. Always wear gloves when handling
bandsaw blades.

7. Install the blade on the bandwheels making sure the teeth
are pointing in the direction of travel (toward the motor). If
not turn the blade inside out. Fit the blade into the guides and
close the carbides by turning the black knob clockwise until

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it stops. It does not need to be tight. Be sure that the band
is not riding up on the bandwheel flange.

8. Begin tightening the Rite Tension® device by turning
“T” handle Clockwise (CW). Pull out on handle while
tightening. Spot check the blade to be sure that it does not
ride up on the bandwheel flanges. Continue to tighten. The
correct tension will be achieved when the “T” handle comes
to a hard stop.

9. Close all guards. Test run the saw. A new blade may
stretch a small amount after run-in. Repeat the loosen and
tighten procedure to eliminate this.

Maintenance Instructions

Servicing the Blade Guides

Up to S/N 2499

Blade Guide Alignment

Up to S/N 2499

To properly align the saw blade for a straight andaccurate cut,
do the following:

1. Check the stationary vise jaw. Make sure it is square. To
do this, place a combination square against the vise jaw slot
in the saw bed. Slide the square toward the stationary vise
jaw. Make the necessary adjustment. If you then find the saw
blade is not square with the stationary vise jaw, the blade
must be adjusted.

2. This adjustment is made with the top two socket headed
screws on the roller adjusting block of the guide arm.
Looking at the drawing (figure 2) you will see these adjusting
screws labeled “A” and “B”.

3. To make a vertical adjustment of the saw blade, so that the
cut is square from top to bottom, the blade must be set so that
it is perpendicular to the bed. In making this adjustment,
clean the saw bed first.

4. Set the rule of the combination square on the saw bed with
the end of the rule butted against the blade above the set of
the saw teeth. Use a 1½ thousandths (.0015") shim and slide
it along the top and the bottom edge of the rule where it meets
the saw blade. If the shim slides between the blade and the
rule at, either the top or bottom, the roller supports must be
adjusted by using the bottom socket head screws marked “C”
and “D” to obtain the correct 90 angle.

Figure 1

1. To adjust blade guide setting, loosen screw “F”.

2. Turn nut and stem assembly “C” clockwise to verify full
engagement of threads into guide “E”. If threads are not
fully engaged, item “C” will not turn. Caution: Do not use

excessive force when adjusting!

3. While holding nut and stem assembly “C” with a ½”
wrench, turn adjusting nut “D” with a ¾” wrench until
spacing guides “E” and “G” are set to .038. Set screw “F”
has a nylon tip to hold adjusting nut in place. Carbide guide
“G” is stationary and requires no adjustment.

Figure 2

Adjust the side roller guides with the Guide-A-Matic until
both rollers contact blade. When this adjustment has been
made properly, the PATH OF THE BLADE IS STRAIGHT
and the blade is not forced to curve around the rollers. The
top ball bearing should be in contact with the top of the blade
at all times. When running the saw at idle, this contact

pressure

should be light.

Blade Guide Adjustment

Starting S/N 2500

To properly align the saw blade for a straight and accurate cut,
do the following:

1. Square the stationary vise jaw. Make sure it is square to
the front of the vise slot. Check by placing a combination
square against the front of the vise slot in the saw bed. Slide
the square toward the stationary vise. Make any necessary
adjustment to the vise jaw to bring it into square. Set the
combination square so that one leg is along the face of the
stationary vise and check to see that the blade is square to the
vise jaw. If it is not square, follow the instructions for
horizontal adjustment.

2. Vertical Adjustment. The back of the saw blade should
just touch the carbide back up guide (item 15 in the parts
drawing) when the saw is running but not cutting. To adjust,
loosen the two cap screws [A] and move the block up or down
as required. (Before making this adjustment, be sure the back
of the blade is properly contacting the flange on both the drive
and idle wheels).

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3. Horizontal Adjustment. Loosen the two cap screws [B]
securing the horizontal adjusting block (items 11 & 12 of the
parts drawing). Turn the top adjusting bolt (item 13 of the
parts drawing) to move the blade either in, toward the saw
bed, or out, away from the saw bed.
Normally, the blade comes off the Drive Wheel with a
minimum amount of adjustment needed in the Horizontal
Adjusting Block. The Idle End adjusting block is more
likely to require adjustment.

4. Blade Tilt. To ensure the blade is perpendicular to the
bed of the saw, loosen the two cap screw [C] holding the
Guide Support (28 & 29 of the parts drawing) and turn the
bottom adjusting bolt (13 of the parts drawing).
Set the combination square on the saw bed with the end of
the rule butted against the blade above the set of the teeth.
Use a 1-1/2 thousandths (.0015") shim and slide it along the
top and bottom edge of the rule where it meets the saw
blade. If the shim slides between the blade and the rule at
either the top or bottom, the blade guides must be adjusted.

5. Safety. Ensure that all bolts are properly tightened and
that all guards are in place before using the saw.

Wheel Pitch Adjustment

If the saw blade runs too low, runs off the wheels, or runs
too high and rubs the wheel flange, a wheel adjustment must
be made.
Loosen the blade before making the following adjustments.

Idler Wheel:

Blade running too low or off the wheel­wheel block. Loosen the two cap screws in the block,
opposite the take up screw end, one-half (½) turn. Tighten
the opposite two cap screws one-half (½) turn. Repeat if
necessary.

adjust the idler

blade. To open the roller guide while inserting a new blade,
pull down on the knurled brass housing and rotate it. After
inserting the new blade, re engage the Guide-A-Matic by
pulling the knurled brass housing down and rotating it again
so that the mechanism closes and locks into posistion. (See
drawing and instructions on pages 17).

Gear Box Repair

1. Remove gear box from saw.

2. Remove four machine screws holding gear box
together.

3. Separate gear box by carefully prying castings apart at a
location near pulley shaft. Caution: Do not use excessive

force.

4. Once the gear box is open, the internal parts may be
inspected for wear.

5. Liquid plastic gasket is used to seal the gear case, Loctite
No. 51580 or equivalent.

6. Grease, Texaco Marfax ‘0' or equivalent is
recommended. The grease must have excellent clinging
characteristics. (See Lubrication).

Blade Brushes

Brushes should be cleaned frequently in kerosene and
reversed to take advantage of both rows of bristles.
For efficient cutting and blade life, keep blade brushes
adjusted so they are contacting blade teeth and replace them
when wore.

Motor Switch

Blade running too high and against the idler wheel flange­The blade can become distorted, its top edge rolled over and
wheel flange will wear excessively.

To correct this, loosen the two cap screws closest to the take
up screw one-half (½) turn. Tighten the opposite cap screws
one-half (½) turn. Repeat if necessary.

Drive Wheel:

Blade running too low or off the drive wheel­two cap screws opposite the outside end of the wheel plate
one-half (½) turn. Tighten the two set screws on the same
end one-half (½) turn. Repeat if necessary.

Blade running too high, and against the drive wheel flange­Loosen the cap screws closest to the outside end of the wheel
plate and loosen the two set screws at the same time by the
same amount. Repeat if necessary.

Make certain all screws are tight after adjustments have
been made.

Loosen the

Guide-A-Matic©

The Guide-A-Matic is a patented self-adjusting mechanism
that insures proper roller guide tension against the side of the

The “Start-Stop” motor starter is provided with heater coils
to de-energize the circuit if an overload occurs. Allow the
coil to cool before trying to restart the motor.

Low/No Voltage Control also de-energizes the circuit and
prevents automatic restarts after power is restored. Allow
the coil to cool.

To stop the saw at any time,

press the stop button or

press down on the limit switch actuator

Stock Stop Feature

The saw is equipped with an adjustable stock stop for use
when making repeated cuts of the same length. The stop
length is adjusted with the same type of lock used on the
saw head angle lock. The stop can be adjusted width-wise
using the “T” handle on the lower portion of the support.
The stop mechanism can also be swung completely out of
the way. To do this, loosen the “T” handle two turns, lift
up on the stop and let it down behind the saw.

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Preventive Maintenance

4. Military Specification: None.

Caution: Disconnect the electrical supply and press
emergency STOP button before performing any
maintenance. DO NOT service the Frame Hydraulic
Cylinder or Down Feed Valve unless the frame is in the
DOWN position or resting on a mechanical stop, such as a
block of wood.

Daily

1. Keep the saw clean and free of chips.

2. Maintain the coolant level and keep the coolant tank and
filter clean of chip accumulation or sludge.

Monthly

1. Check, adjust and replace blade brush as needed.

2. Lubricate drive gears

3. Inspect carbide guides and bearings.

4. Inspect drive belt.

5. Clean coolant tank and filter as needed.

Annually

1. Check hydraulic oil level.

2. Replace guide rollers and carbide inserts.

3. Inspect gear box. Lubricate as needed.

Lubrication

Correct and adequate lubrication is a very important factor
in determining the life and service of your Wellsaw. It is
essential that all dust, dirt, chips, etc. be
removed before lubricating the saw. The following
lubrication recommendations cover usual saw applications.
Heavy use and hostile environments may indicate more
frequent lubrication for best saw performance.

Vise Screw, Ring Gear, Drive Pinion

1. Inspect Monthly.

2. Use anti-seize on Vise Screw

3. Use an Extreme Pressure open gear lube sparingly on
Ring Gear and Drive Pinion

Gear Case

thoroughly

Motor

1. Inspect annually. Re-lubricate every 2 years (4,000 hours)
1 to 2 full strokes.

2. Use Shell Dolium R or equivalent.

3. Viscosity: Heavy Grease, drop point 219EC.

4. Military Specification: None.

Recommended Service Kits

For Insurance

Against Downtime

Up to S/N 2499

1 year

M-426 Blade Brush 2 req’d.

2 year

100406-002 Top Bearing 2 req’d.
100416-003 Side Bearing 4 req’d.
100053-025 Roll Pin, Guide A Matic 4 req’d
100066-005 V-Belt 1 req’d.
M-426 Blade Brush 2 req’d.
M-166 Dash Pot Cup Leather 1 req’d.

After S/N 2499

1 year

M-426 Blade Brush 2 req’d

2 year

100416-001 Side Bearing 4 req’d.
100066-005 V-Belt 1 req’d.
M-426 Blade Brush 2 req’d.
100133-004 Blade Brush (after s/n 3329) 1 req’d.

1. Inspect after 3 years (6,000 hours).

2. Use Mobilgrease XHP 220 or equivalent.

Hydraulic Cylinder

1. Inspect annually. Fill to top of plug. Drain and replace
every 5 years (10,000 hours).

2. Fill with Mobil Velocite Oil #6 or equivalent.

3. Viscosity at 100EF: SUS 57-61.

Note: Check Carbide Guides

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Model 1016 History

The most widely used of the Wellsaws has been the Model 8. Originally introduced in 1933, it has
continued, with constant improvements in design and materials, to be built today in the form of the
Model 1016.

The original Model 8 used a 3/4" blade, a 3/4 HP motor and had a 9" x 16" cutting capacity.
Successive improvements in this popular design were known by various model numbers. The Model
850 featured a 1" blade. Model 1000 offered a larger 10" x 16" cutting capacity with a 1 HP motor
and Guide-A-Matic, a patented mechanism for controlling blade roller guides automatically.

Today’s Model 1016 includes a coolant system, a precision ground bed, the Rite-Tensioning
Device® to insure more positive blade tension control, and low voltage controls for operator safety.

One Year Limited Warranty

This Wellsaw is warranted against defects in material and workmanship installed or performed at
our factory. Within one year from the date of purchase, we will, free of charge, at our option,
either repair or replace any part of the Wellsaw which our examination discloses to be defective
because of workmanship or a defect in material, and to make any necessary service adjustments
as required. This warranty does not apply if the Wellsaw has been subject to accident, alteration,
abuse, misuse or which fails due to lack of care or as the result of inadequate power supply and
specifically does not apply to normal wear of moving parts such as bearings, gears, pinion or
blade. There is no warranties beyond the description on the face hereof. Wellsaw shall not be
liable for consequential or incidental damage suffered or incurred with respect to defective
material or workmanship.

All transportation costs or parts submitted to Wellsaw under this warranty must be paid by the
saw’s owner. No products or parts are to be returned to our factory without first obtaining
written permission.

NOTE: Be sure to fill out and return the Warranty Card provided with this Wellsaw

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