WEN BA1411 - User Manual

GENERAL SAFETY RULES 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 tool fo...

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.3. See the blade specifications. Make sure the blade is installed in the proper direction.4. Never use damaged or deformed saw blades. On...

DURING CUTTING OPERATIONS 1. Always stand to one side when operating the saw. Never have any part of the body in line with the path of the saw. Never hold a workpiece in your hand or across your legs while cutting.2. Ensure hands are away from the cutting area and blade.3. Feed work into the blade a...

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION AMPERAGE REQUIRED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft. 11A (110V - 120V Operation) 16 gauge 16 gauge 14 gauge 12 gauge 3. Check with a licensed electrician or service personnel if you do not completely under- stand the grounding instructions or whether the t...

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION VOLTAGE CONVERSION This machine is prewired for operation on a 110V - 120V, 60Hz circuit, but can be converted to operate on a properly-grounded, 220V - 240V, 60Hz AC circuit, rated for not less than 15 amps. The voltage conversion MUST be performed by a licensed professional ...

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....

KNOW YOUR BANDSAW TOOL PURPOSE Make continuous and precise cuts with your WEN Band Saw. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiar- ized 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. Upper Whe...

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS 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 safety instructions may result in serious pe...

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS MOUNTING THE BANDSAW TO THE STAND 1. Locate the four mounting holes on the top of the stand. With the help of a friend, or trustworthy foe, carefully lift the bandsaw onto the stand and align the four holes with the four mounting bracket holes (Fig. 4 - 1) on the saw. 2. P...

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ASSEMBLING THE FENCE 1. Install the front fence rail (Fig. 8 - 1) on the front side of the table using two M6x20 hex bolts, two 6mm lock washers, and two 6mm flat washers (Fig. 8 - 2). NOTE: There are two sets of threaded holes on the front of the table. Install the bolts ...

SAW BLADE TENSION & TRACKING Before initial cutting and after every blade change, check and adjust blade tracking so that the blade runs on the center of the wheels.1. Turn off the band saw and unplug it from the power source. Make sure that the blade is not moving, then adjust the upper and low...

TILTING THE TABLE 1. Unlock the two table lock knobs (Fig. 18 - 1). Use the bevel scale indicator (Fig. 18 - 2) to adjust the table to the correct angle. The table can be beveled to the right 45° and to the left 15°. 2. If tilting the table to the left, the positive stop bolt will need to be lowered...

ALIGNING THE FENCE 1. Make sure that the tool is OFF and disconnected from the power source. 2. Make sure that the table is aligned with the blade. See "ALIGNING THE TABLE". 3. Install the fence on the right side of the blade and align it against the miter gauge slot. Lock the fence in place...

REMOVING & REPLACING THE BLADE Removing the blade: 1. Make sure that the tool is OFF and disconnected from the power source. 2. Push the blade tension quick release lever to the UP position to release the tension on the blade. 3. Move the blade guard all the way up by loosening the blade guide l...

TURNING THE SAW ON / OFF The bandsaw can be powered ON and OFF by pressing the ON / OFF switch (Fig. 25 - 1).The ON / OFF switch can also be disabled and locked by inserting a padlock through the hole in the ON button (Fig. 25 - 2). This prevents accidental start-ups by unauthorized operators. The p...

BLADE WIDTH 1/8 in. 3/16 in. 1/4 in. 3/8 in. 1/2 in. 3/4 in. MINIMUM RADIUS 3/16 in. 5/16 in. 5/8 in. 1-1/2 in. 2-1/2 in. 5-1/2 in. OPERATION GENERAL CUTTING NOTE: Before cutting the actual workpiece, it’s best to use a scrap piece of lumber to check the settings and to get the feel of operating the...

EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 23 No. Part No. Description Qty. 1 BA1411-1001 Base 1 2 BA1411-1002 Hex Bolt, M6x55 1 3 BA1411-1003 Flat Washer, 16mm x 40 2 4 BA1411-1004 Nut, M16 1 5 BA1411-1005 Pin 4 6 BA1411-1006 Lower Wheel Shaft 1 7 BA1411-1007 Ball Bearing, 6204LLU 2 8 BA1411-1008 Key, 5x5x25 2...

EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST STAND No. Part No. Description Qty. 1 BA1411-2001 Top Panel with Cross Braces 1 3 BA1411-2003 Large Side Panel 2 4 BA1411-2004 Small Side Panel 2 5 BA1411-2005 Carriage Bolt, M8x16 10 6 BA1411-2006 Flanged Nut, M8 10 7 BA1411-2007 Hex Bolt, M6x16 8 No. Part No. Descrip...

EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST PACKING LIST No. Part No. Description Qty. 1 BA1411-3001ASM Saw Body Assembly 1 2 BA1411-1114ASM Miter Gauge Assembly 1 3 BA1411-3003ASM Table Assembly 1 4 BA1411-1105 Trunnion Support Bracket 1 5 BA1411-3005 Manual 1 6 BA1411-3006 Hardware Bag, Saw 1 No. Part No. Desc...

WARRANTY STATEMENT 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 on...