Dewalt 28-682 - Manuals

7 3. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended foruse on a supply circuit having a nominal ratingbetween 150 - 250 volts, inclusive: If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has anoutlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. C, themachine will have a grounding plug that looks like...

8 FOREWORD Delta Model 28-682 is an 18" Wood Cutting Band Saw. This machine has speeds of 2300 and 3250 SFPM (surface feetper minute). Its blade to frame capacity is 17 1 / 2 " and its height under guide capacity is 12". The band saw has a quick blade tensioning mechanism for ease of cha...

Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items fromthe shipping container(s). Remove the protective coatingfrom all unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removedwith a soft cloth moistened with kerosene. (Do not useacetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose.) Aftercleaning, cover the ...

1. Remove the table pin (A) Fig. 5. 2. Align the blade with the table slot (B) Fig. 5. Slide the table until the blade has reached the center cutout (C) Fig.5, then rotate the table 90 degrees toward the front of the machine. NOTE: Make sure that the table slot (B) Fig. 6 is facing toward the right ...

11 FENCE 1. Align the two holes (A) Fig. 9 in the front fence rail with the two holes (B) in the front of the table. NOTE: Make sure that the scale on the front fence rail is facing upward. 2. Insert a 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" socket-head cap screw through one of the holes (A) Fig. 9 hole in the front fe...

12 STARTING AND STOPPING SAW The power switch is located on the left side of the machine. To turn the machine “ON” , push the green start button (A) Fig. 14. To turn the machine “OFF” , push the red stop button (B). Fig. 14 LOCKING SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION IMPORTANT: When the tool is not in use,...

13 4. Raise the blade tension lever to the “up” positionand turn it clockwise to increase tension or counter-clockwise to relieve the tension. 5. After the first turn, lower the blade tension lever andcheck the tension scale. If the tension is still notcorrect, repeat the procedure. The tension scal...

The lower bearing adjustments are similar to the upper bearingadjustments. Adjust the blade support bearing (A) Fig 23 so thatit is within 1/64” of, but not touching the back of the saw bladewhen the blade is at rest. To adjust, loosen hex screw (B) and slidethe bracket in or out until the adjustmen...

16 Fig. 28A ADJUSTING BELT TENSION If it becomes necessary to adjust the belt tension on the machine, turn the motor release handle (A) Fig. 28A counter-clockwise. Lower or raise the motor, and when adjustment is complete, tighten the motor release handle (A). DUST CHUTE Two dust chutes (A) Fig. 29 ...

17 BAND SAW BLADES A band saw blade is a delicate piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous strain. You can obtain long use from aband saw blade if you use it properly. Be sure you use blades of the proper thickness, width and temper for the varioustypes of material and cuts. Always use the wid...

19 MAINTENANCE PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a networkof Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional information regarding your Delta...

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