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G0457 14" Industrial Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 5/11)
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Once the assembly is complete, test run your
machine to make sure it runs properly.
If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate
the source of an unusual noise or vibration, stop
using the machine immediately, then review the
Troubleshooting on Page 43.
If you still cannot remedy a problem, contact our
Tech Support at (570) 546-9663 for assistance.
To test run the machine:
1. Make sure you have read the safety instruc-
tions at the beginning of the manual and that
the machine is set up properly, including
Blade Tracking on Page 20.
2. Make sure all tools and objects used during
setup are cleared away from the machine.
3. Connect the machine to the power source.
4. Turn the machine ON.
5. Listen and watch for abnormal noises or
actions. The machine should run smoothly
with little or no vibration or rubbing noises.
— Strange or unusual noises must be inves-
tigated and corrected before operating the
machine further. Always disconnect the
machine from power when investigating or
correcting potential problems.
6. Turn the machine OFF.
Table Stop
Calibration
Figure 25. Squaring table to blade.
5. Adjust the positive stop bolt to the table.
6. Secure the positive stop bolt by tightening the
hex nut against the trunnion bracket.
7. Check the adjustment for accuracy once you
have tightened the hex nut.
The adjustable positive stop allows the table to be
reset 90˚ to the blade after tilting to the right.
To set the positive stop:
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Adjust blade tension until the mark on the
blade tension scale matches the size of the
installed blade.
3. Loosen the hex nut that locks the positive
stop bolt in place and loosen the table tilt
hand knobs.
4. Raise the guide post and place a machinist’s
square on the table next to the side of the
blade, as illustrated in Figure 25. Adjust the
table square with the blade, then secure with
the table tilt knobs.