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Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 8/10)
OPERATIONS
Blade Changes
If the bandsaw should unexpectedly
start up when the wheel covers are
open or when changing the blade,
entanglement or amputation injuries
could result. ALWAYS disconnect the
bandsaw from power before opening
the wheel covers.
To change the blade, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Put on heavy leather gloves and safety glasses.
3. Release the blade tension by moving the tension
quick release lever all the way left.
4. Remove the table insert and the table locking pin
(see Figure 50).
5. Adjust the upper and lower guide bearings as far
away as possible from the blade.
6. Open the both wheel covers and slide the blade off
of both wheels.
7. Slide the blade through the slot in the table.
8. Slide the new blade through the table slot, ensuring
that the teeth are pointing forward and down toward
the table, as shown in Figure 51.
Note: If the teeth will not point downward in any
orientation, the blade is inside-out. Remove the
blade and twist it right side-out.
9. Slip the blade through the guides, and mount it on
the upper and lower wheels.
10. Adjust the blade tension as described on Page 17.
11. Adjust the blade tracking if needed (refer to
Page 14).
12. Align the upper and lower support bearings (refer
to Page 22), then adjust the blade guide bearings
(refer to Page 24).
13. Replace the table insert and table locking pin.
14. Close the wheel covers.
Bandsaw blades are sharp and can spring
open when uncoiled, which could cause
deep punctures or lacerations. ALWAYS
wear heavy leather gloves and safety
glasses when handling bandsaw blades.
Figure 51. Changing the blade.
Figure 50. Table insert and locking pin.
Table Insert
Locking Pin