Delta BS150LS - Manual

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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