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G9744Z Metal Cutting Bandsaw
The Model G9744Z has four speed settings—114,
196, 288, and 377 feet per minute (FPM). Refer
to the chart on Page 23 for cutting speed recom
-
mendations by material type.
To change blade speeds
:
1. UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!
2. Open the belt cover.
3. With one hand, support the weight of the
motor. With the other hand, loosen the belt
tension knob (see
Figure 20). The motor will
drop and the V-belt will slacken.
Figure 21. V-belt positions in FPM.
114
196
288
377
MotorDrive Wheel
The speed at which the saw blade will cut through
a workpiece is controlled by blade type
, feed rate,
and feed pressure. The feed rate is controlled by
two knobs on the control panel.
Note
: If a lubricant is used on the cut, the feed
rate can be increased by approximately 15%
.
To set the feed rate:
1. Raise the bow to the highest position.
2. Set the "Feed Rate Dial" in Figure 22 to the
desired feed rate—0 (slowest), 9 (fastest).
Figure 22. Feed rate controls.
Feed Rate Dial
Feed Control Knob
Figure 20. Belt tension knob.
Blade Speed
4. Move the V-belt to the desired pulley combi-
nation (see
Figure 21).
5. Lift the motor to tension the belt and tighten
the belt tension knob.
6. Close the belt cover.
Feed Rate
Entanglement Hazard!
You MUST install the pul
-
ley cover before operat-
ing or severe injury may
occur.
3. Turn the feed control knob to the left to
lower the bow at the feed rate you have set.
Turning the knob to the right locks the bow in
position.