Delta BS150LS Manual - Free PDF Download

Page 2 - SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS; GENERAL SAFETY RULES

2 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in mi...

Page 5 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

5 Fig. A Fig. B GROUNDED OUTLET BOX CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS GROUNDING BLADEIS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES GROUNDED OUTLET BOX GROUNDING MEANS ADAPTER Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately. 2. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended foruse on a supply circuit having a nominal rating lesst...

Page 6 - FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION; FOREWORD; CARTON CONTENTS

6 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD The Delta ShopMaster Model BS150LS 10" Band Saw has a powerful 1/2 HP, ball-bearing motor for smoothperformance and long life. The saw has a 7 inch depth of cut capacity. The BS150LS is supplied with a cast iron tableand sturdy steel stand which provides heavy-d...

Page 7 - BAND SAW ASSEMBLY PARTS

7 BAND SAW ASSEMBLY PARTS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL T H E M A C H I N E I S C O M P L E T E LY A S S E M B L E D A N D Y O U R E A D A N D U N D E R S TA N D T H E E N T I R EINSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1. Band Saw 2. 5mm Hex Wrench 3. 4mm Hex Wrench 4. 3mm He...

Page 8 - ASSEMBLY; STAND ASSEMBLY

8 ASSEMBLY FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL T H E M A C H I N E I S C O M P L E T E LY A S S E M B L E D A N D Y O U R E A D A N D U N D E R S TA N D T H E E N T I R EINSTRUCTION MANUAL. STAND ASSEMBLY 1. Assemble stand as shown in Fig. 4, using partsshown in...

Page 11 - ATTACHING LAMP TO MACHINE

11 Fig.16 9. Loosen the screw (T) Fig. 16 and align pointer (S) with "0" mark on the trunnion scale (M). Tightensecurely. NOTE: Make sure table is set at 90 degrees to the blade or check the pointer alignment after adjusting the tablestops (see section" ADJUSTING THE TABLE POSITIVE STOPS...

Page 12 - OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS; STARTING AND STOPPING SAW; OPENING AND CLOSING DOORS

12 12 OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 21 Fig. 22 Fig. 23 STARTING AND STOPPING SAW The "ON/OFF" switch is located on the front side of the band saw. To turn the saw "ON", push the button (A) Fig. 21 in to the "ON" position. To turn the saw "OFF", push the butt...

Page 13 - ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION; TRACKING THE BLADE

13 Fig. 24 ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION Blades of 1/8", 1/4", and 3/8" in width by 59-1/2" inlength are available for use with your band saw. NOTE: The blade tension must be adjusted to accommodatedifferent blade widths in order to provide proper bladetracking, cutting performance, and bl...

Page 15 - TILTING THE TABLE

15 ADJUSTING LOWER BLADEGUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORTBEARING The lower blade guides and blade support bearingshould be adjusted at the same time as the upper guidesand support bearings as follows: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Loosen two screws (A) Fig. 29, and move guides (B) as close as poss...

Page 17 - CHANGING BLADES; DUST PORT

17 CHANGING BLADES To change blades: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Pull door latches (A) Fig. 35 and open doors (B). 2. Loosen the two screws (C) Fig. 36, and remove the blade guard (D). 3. To release tension on the band saw blade loosen screw (E) and turning tension knob (G) Fig. 35count...

Page 18 - CUTTING CURVES; USING THE BAND SAW

18 18 Before starting the machine, see that all adjustments are properly made and the guards are in place. Turn the upperwheel by hand to make sure that everything is correct BEFORE turning on the power. Keep the top guide within 1/8" of the work piece at all times. Do not force the material aga...

Page 20 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

20 In spite of how well a band saw is maintained, problems can occur. The following troubleshooting guide will help yousolve the more common problems: (continued on next page) Trouble: SAW WILL NOT START. Probable Cause Remedy 1. Saw not plugged in. 1. Plug in saw. 2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker t...

Page 22 - BAND SAW BLADES

22 BAND SAW BLADES A band saw blade is a delicate piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous strain. You canobtain long use from a band saw blade if you use it properly. Use blades of proper thickness, widthand temper for the various types of material and cuts. Always use the widest blade possib...

Page 23 - NOTES

Page 24 - PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE; ACCESSORIES; Two Year Limited New Product Warranty; MAINTENANCE; KEEP MACHINE CLEAN; FAILURE TO START; PROTECTING CAST IRON FROM RUST

24 24 24 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 quali...

Page 25 - DELTA SERVICE CENTERS; CANADIAN PORTER-CABLE

The following are trademarks of PORTER-CABLE • DELTA (Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER-CABLE • DELTA S.A.) (Les marques suivantes sont des marques de fabriquant de la PORTER-CABLE • DELTA): Auto-Set ® , BAMMER ® , B.O.S.S. ® , Builder’s Saw ® , Contractor’s Saw ® , Contractor’s Saw II...