Page 2 - CONTENTS; WELCOME 3; To purchase accessories for your tool, visit
2 CONTENTS WELCOME 3 Introduction ......................................................................................................3Specifications ................................................................................................... 3 SAFETY 4 General Safety Rules ...................
Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; safety for both yourself and others.; SPECIFICATIONS
INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Band Saw. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool. This man...
Page 4 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; WORK AREA SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY RULES 4 5 WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liq- uids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fu...
Page 5 - POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
GENERAL SAFETY RULES 4 5 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power too...
Page 6 - SAW BLADE SAFETY; PERSONAL SAFETY; SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR BAND SAW
SAW BLADE SAFETY 1. Always wear protective gloves when handling saw blades. 2. Only use blades with correct size and type for both your band saw and your workpiece. • See the blade specifications on page 3. • Make sure the blade is installed in the proper direc- tion. 3. Never use damaged or deforme...
Page 7 - DURING CUTTING OPERATIONS
5. Never hand-hold a workpiece that is too small to be clamped, as it can be launched away and cause inju- ry. Use proper support and guides to secure the small workpiece. 6. Support round work properly (use a V block or press it against the miter gauge) to prevent it from rolling and the blade from...
Page 8 - ELECTRICAL INFORMATION; AMPERAGE; GUIDELINES AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EXTENSION CORDS; In the event of a malfunction or breakdown
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 8 AMPERAGE REQUIRED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft. 3.5A 18 gauge 16 gauge 16 gauge 14 gauge 3. Check with a licensed electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or whether the tool is properly grounde...
Page 9 - UNPACKING; PACKING LIST; UNPACKING & TRANSPORTATION; TRANSPORTING
UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, carefully remove the band saw from the packaging. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed. Check the packing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories....
Page 10 - KNOW YOUR BAND SAW; TOOL PURPOSE
10 KNOW YOUR BAND SAW TOOL PURPOSE Band saws are used to cut wood. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your band saw. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions. A. Light On/Off Switch B. Power ...
Page 11 - ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS
Fig. 3 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS 11 ASSEMBLING THE STAND (FIG. 3) WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safe...
Page 13 - ° positive stop; ADJUSTING THE BLADE TRACKING
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS 13 NOTE: You may only need to adjust the tracking knob by 1/4 turn or so. Make only small adjustments – this will make tracking the blade properly much easier. Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Fig. 11 B A D E A B C SETTING THE 0° / 45° STOPS (FIG. 10 & 11) 1. To adjust the 0° positive s...
Page 14 - ADJUSTING THE UPPER GUIDE BEARINGS; Instructions continue on the next page.
ADJUSTING THE BLADE TENSION (FIG. 13) ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS 14 WARNING! If the blade tension is too high, the blade may break. If the tension is too low, the blade may slip, stall, or wander during a cut. Fig. 13 Fig. 14 1-2mm Guide Bearing Fig. 15 Fig. 16 1. Raise the upper blade guid e (see s...
Page 16 - Low Speed; OPERATION
17 16 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE CUTTING SPEED (FIG. 19) Your band saw can cut at 1520 or 2620 FPM. The higher setting is generally appropriate for soft woods; the lower setting is generally appropriate for hard woods. Make test cuts on scrap pieces before beginning, in order to deter-...
Page 17 - GENERAL CUTTING GUIDELINES
17 16 CAUTION! Saw blades are sharp. Always wear ANSI Z87.1-approved eye protection, as well as protective gloves, while handling saw blades. CAUTION! Always be sure that the band saw is turned OFF and unplugged before making any adjustments. OPERATION Fig. 22 GENERAL CUTTING GUIDELINES 1. Make a te...
Page 18 - ROUTINE INSPECTION; MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION; Please recycle the packaging and electronic
19 18 ROUTINE INSPECTION Before each use, inspect the general condition of the tool. If any of these following conditions exist, do not use until parts are replaced or the saw is properly re- paired. Check for: • Loose hardware,• Misalignment or binding of moving parts, • Damaged cord/electrical wir...
Page 19 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
19 18 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Band saw will not start (no sound whatsoever). 1. Saw not plugged in. 1. Plug in saw. Did I really have to tell you to do this? 2. Power switch turned OFF, or safety key not inserted. 2. Insert safety key and turn saw ON. 3. Improper size/l...
Page 20 - PROBLEM
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at [email protected]...
Page 21 - EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
Page 22 - Description
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 22 No. Part No. Description Qty. 1 3962-001 Blade Tension Knob 1 2 3962-002 Bushing 1 3 3962-003 15mm Retaining Ring 1 4 3962-004 Frame Cap 1 5 3962-005 Spring 1 6 3962-006 Nut 1 7 3962-009 Guide Plate 2 8 3962-007 8mm Retaining Ring 2 9 3962-008 Shaft 1 10 3962-010 Pu...
Page 25 - WARRANTY
WARRANTY 25 WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, tha...
Page 26 - NOTES
