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SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, the user must read and
understand the operator’s manual
before using this product.
Part No. SP6412
Printed in China
WARNING: To reduce the risk of mistakes that could
cause serious, permanent injury, do not plug the saw in
until the following steps have been completed.
• Review and understand all safety instructions and
operating procedures in this manual.
• Review the maintenance methods for this saw.
• Completely assemble and align saw (see “Assembly”
and “Alignment and Adjustments” section within).
• Find and read all the warning labels found on the front
of the saw (shown below).
• Learn the use and function of the ON-OFF switch,
table tilt lock knobs, blade guides, backup bearings,
blade guard support adjustment knob and blade guard.
heavy boards.
When Installing Or Moving The Saw
• Turn saw off and unplug cord before moving the saw.
To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock.
Reduce the risk of dangerous environment.
• Use the saw in a dry, indoor place protected from rain.
• Keep work area well lighted.
• Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug’s metal
prongs when plugging in or unplugging the saw.
To reduce the risk of injury from unexpected saw
movement.
To reduce the risk of back injury.
• Get help when you need to move the saw. Always get
help if you need to lift the saw.
• Put the saw on a firm level surface where there is
plenty of room to handle and properly support the
workpiece.
• Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the
tool tips or you accidentally hit the cutting tool. Do not
store any items above or near the tool where anyone
might stand on the tool to reach them.
• Support the saw so the table is level and the saw does
not rock.
• Bolt the saw to the floor or work surface if it tends to
slip, walk or slide during operations like cutting long,
Before Each Use
Inspect your saw.
electrical part does not work properly, turn the saw off
and unplug the saw.
• Replace damaged or missing parts before using the
saw again.
• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting,
turn the switch off, unplug the saw, and remove the
switch key before changing the setup, removing cov-
ers, guards or blade.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep the saw clean for best
and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubri-
cating.
• Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of mov-
ing parts, breakage of parts, saw stability, and any
other conditions that may affect the way the saw
works.
• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of
checking for and removing keys and adjusting
wrenches from table top before turning it on.
• If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or any
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Safety Instructions For Band Saw (continued)
To Reduce The Risk Of Injury From Jams, Slips Or Thrown Pieces Or Broken Blades
Inspect your blade.
tion and limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to this tool.
• Choose the right blade size, style and cutting speed for
the material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
• Make sure the blade teeth point downward, toward the
table.
• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental contact with
moving parts, don’t do layout, assembly, or set up work
on the saw while any parts are moving.
• Reduce the Risk of accidental starting. Make sure
switch is “OFF” before plugging saw into a power outlet.
• Make sure the blade guides and thrust bearings are
properly adjusted.
Inspect your workpiece.
• Make sure the blade tension is properly adjusted.
• Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the
part of the workpiece to be cut.
• Make sure the bevel clamp is tight and no parts have
excessive play.
Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward
workpieces:
• To reduce the risk of accidental blade contact, mini-
mize blade breakage and provide maximum blade
support, always adjust the upper blade guide and
blade guard to just clear the workpiece.
• Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks, etc.)
for any workpieces large enough to tip when not held
down to the table top.
Inspect your work area.
• NEVER use another person as a substitute for a table
extension, or as additional support for a workpiece that
is longer or wider than the basic saw table, or to help
feed, support or pull the workpiece.
• Keep work area clean.
• Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor
must not be slippery from wax or sawdust.
• To reduce the risk of burns or other fire damage, never
use the saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases.
• When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your
work so it will not slip and pinch the blade. A piece of
molding for example, must lie flat or be held by a fix-
ture or jig that will not let it twist, rock or slip while
being cut.
• Properly support round material such as dowel rods, or
tubing. They have a tendency to roll during a cut, caus-
ing the blade to “bite”. To reduce the risk of this, always
use a “V” block or clamp the work to the miter gage.
Plan your work
• Use the right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do
a job it was not designed to do.
• Use this band saw to cut only wood, wood like prod-
ucts and plastics.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of blade breakage, fire
or other damage to the saw, NEVER use this band saw
to cut metals.
• Cut only one workpiece at a time.
• Clear everything except the workpiece and related
support devices off the table before turning the saw on.
• Know your saw. Read and understand the operator’s
manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its applica-
Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears
Dress for safety
saw for hours at a time.
• For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with
safety goggles.
Plan the way you will hold the workpiece from start
to finish.
• Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry
(rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw
you into moving parts.
• Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers will
go under the blade guard. Use jigs or fixtures to hold
the work and keep your hands away from the blade.
• Wear nonslip footwear.
• Tie back long hair.
• Secure work. Use clamps to hold work when practical.
It’s often safer than using your hand, and frees both
hands to operate the tool.
• Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
• Don’t overreach. Keep good footing and balance.
• Noise levels vary widely. To reduce the risk of possible
hearing damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask
for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which
is marked to comply wtih ANSI Z87.1.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is in-
volved.
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Whenever Saw Is Running
WARNING: Don’t allow familiarity (gained from fre-
quent use of your band saw) cause a careless mistake.
Always remember that a careless fraction of a second
is enough to cause a severe injury.
Before freeing jammed material.
• Turn switch “OFF”.
• Unplug the saw.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Remove switch key.
• Before starting your cut, watch the saw while it runs. If
it makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates a lot, stop
immediately. Turn the saw off. Unplug the saw. Do not
restart until finding and correcting the problem.
• Before removing loose pieces from the table, turn saw
off and wait for all moving parts to stop.
When backing up the workpiece, the blade may bind
in the kerf (cut). This is usually caused by sawdust
clogging up the kerf or because the blade comes out
of the guides. If this happens:
• Turn saw “OFF”.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Remove switch key.
Keep Children Away.
• Keep all visitors a safe distance from the table saw.
• Make sure bystanders are clear of the table saw and
workpiece.
• Unplug the saw.
• Remove band saw cover.
• Stick flat blade screwdriver or wedge into the kerf.
Don’t Force Tool.
• Let the blade reach full speed before cutting.
• It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate.
• Feed the workpiece into the saw only fast enough to let
the blade cut without bogging down or binding.
• Turn the upper wheel by hand while backing up the
workpiece.
Before Leaving The Saw
• Turn the saw off.
- Lock the shop.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Unplug the saw.
- Disconnect master switches.
- Remove the yellow switch key. Store it away from
children and others not qualified to use the tool.
• Make workshop child-proof.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known (to the State of California) to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-bases paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure
to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Glossary Of Terms For Woodworking
Beveling
Kerf
An angle cutting operation made through the face of the
workpiece.
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the
slot produced by the blade in a nonthrough or partial cut.
Compound Cutting
Leading End
A simultaneous bevel and miter crosscutting operation.
The end of the workpiece which, is pushed into the cut-
ting tool first.
Crosscut
Mitering
A cutting operation made across the width of the work-
piece.
FPM
An angle cutting operation made across the width of the
workpiece.
Feet per minute. Used in reference to surface speed of
blade.
Push Stick
A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw
during narrow ripping type operations and helps keep the
operator’s hands well away from the blade.
Freehand (as used for band saw)
Performing a cut without the workpiece properly sup-
ported on the work table.
Resaw
Gum
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the work-
A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.
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piece to make thinner pieces.
ward from the face of the blade.
Trailing End
Resin
A sticky, sap based substance that has dried.
Ripping
The workpiece end last cut by the blade.
Workpiece
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
The item on which the cutting operation is being per-
formed. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly
referred to as faces, ends, and edges.
Sawblade Path
The area of the worktable or workpiece directly in line
with the saw blade.
Worktable
The surface on which the workpiece rests while perform-
ing a cutting or sanding operation.
Set
The distance the tip of the sawblade tooth is bent out-
Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements
The A-C motor used in this saw is nonreversible type, hav-
ing the following specifications:
Power Supply and Motor Specifications
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical hazards,
fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit
protection. Your tool is wired at the factory for opera-
tion using the voltage shown. Connect tool to a power
line with the appropriate voltage and a 15-amp branch
circuit. Use a 15-amp time delay type fuse or circuit
breaker. To reduce the risk of shock or fire, if power
cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it
replaced immediately.
Rated Horsepower
3/4
220-240
110-120
Voltage
10
60
5
Amperes
Hertz (Cycles)
Phase
50/60
Single
1725
RPM
Follow the instructions on page 7 to connect the motor for
220-240V A/C operation.
Counterclockwise
Rotation of Shaft
General Electrical Connections
DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrocution:
1. Use only identical replacement parts when servic-
ing. Servicing should be performed by a qualified
service technician.
WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the termi-
nals of plug when installing or removing the plug to or
from the outlet.
2. Do not use in rain or where floor is wet.
This tool is intended for indoor residential use only.
110-120 Volt, 60 Hz. Tool Information
The plug supplied on your tool may not fit into the outlet
you are planning to use. Your local electrical code may
require slightly different power cord plug connections. If
these differences exist refer to and make the proper
adjustments per your local code before your tool is
plugged in and turned on.
stood, or if you are in doubt as to whether the tool is prop-
erly grounded check with a qualified electrician or service
personnel.
WARNING: If not properly grounded, this tool can
cause an electrical shock, particularly when used in
damp locations, in proximity to plumbing, or out of
doors. If an electrical shock occurs there is the poten-
tial of a secondary hazard, such as your hands con-
tacting the sawblade.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped
with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding con-
ductor and a grounding plug, as shown. The plug must
be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
3-Prong Plug
Properly
Grounded
3-Prong Outlet
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding con-
ductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conduc-
tor with insulation having an outer surface that is green
with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding
conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or
plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-ground-
ing conductor to a live terminal.
Grounding
Prong
If the grounding instructions are not completely under-
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Changing Motor Voltage
WARNING: If not properly grounded, this tool can
cause an electrical shock, particularly when used in
damp locations, in proximity to plumbing, or out of
doors. If an electrical shock occurs there is the poten-
tial of a secondary hazard, such as your hands con-
tacting the knives.
“hot” plug blade terminals and connect the power cord
green grounding wire to the plug ground prong termi-
nal.
8. Plug your band saw into a 220-240V, 15 amp, 3 blade
receptacle.
9. Make certain the receptacle is connected to a 240 volt
A.C. power supply through a 240 volt branch circuit
having at least a 15 amp capacity and protected by a
15 amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
NOTE: The band saw is prewired at the factory for 120V
operation. Use the following procedure to change motor
voltage. To change to 240V application an additional wire
nut is supplied from the factory. This part is included in
the loose parts.
1. Unplug the band saw before making or changing any
connections. Open the motor junction box cover
located on the side of the motor.
Junction
2. Remove and discard the electrical tape from the wire
nuts. Remove wire nuts.
Box Cover
3. Reconnect the leads as shown in the “Wiring Diagram”
section at the rear of manual.
4. Reinstall the wire nuts and wrap with two layers of new
U.L. listed electrical tape per wire nut.
Grounding
Prong
5. Recheck your wiring to the wiring diagrams. Do this so
you can be sure that the wiring is correct.
6. Reinstall the junction box cover.
Grounded
Outlet Box
7. Cut off the 120 volt power cord plug and replace it with
a (3 blade) 240 volt 15 amp U.L. Listed Assembled - on
Plug Cap suitable for 16 AWG Type SJT Cord. (See
illustration of 240V plug & receptacle.) Connect the
power cord white and black leads, respectively, to the
220-240 Volt, 60 Hz. Tool Connections
Motor Safety Protection
1. Connect this tool to a power source with the appropri-
ate voltage for your model and a 15-amp branch circuit
with a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. Using
the wrong size fuse can damage the motor.
2. If the motor won't start, turn off the power switch imme-
diately and unplug the tool. Check the saw blade to
make sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, try to start
the motor again. If the motor still does not start, refer to
the "Motor Troubleshooting Chart."
a. Motor Is Overloaded-Overloading can occur if you
feed too rapidly or make too many start/stops in a
short time.
b. Line voltages should not be more than 10% above
or below the nameplate voltage. For heavy loads,
however, the voltage at motor terminals must equal
the voltage specified for your model.
c. Improper or dull saw blade is used.
5. Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or incor-
rect connections, overload, low voltage (such as small
size wire in the supply circuit) or to overly long supply
circuit wire. Always check the connections, the load
and the supply circuit whenever motor doesn't work
well. Check wire sizes and length with the Wire Size
Chart.
3. If the motor suddenly stalls while cutting wood, turn off
the power switch, unplug the tool and free the blade
from the wood. The motor may now be restarted and
the cut finished.
4. Fuses may "blow" or circuit breakers may trip fre-
quently if:
Wire Sizes
NOTE: Make sure the proper extension cord is used and
is in good condition.
Extension
Cord Length
Gauge
(A.W.G.)
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of
power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent overheat-
ing and motor burnout, use the table shown to determine
the minimum wire size (A.W.G.) extension cord.
0-25 Ft.
26-50 Ft.
14
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Use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong
grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which
accept the tools plug.
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Unpacking and Checking Contents
Tools Needed
Combination Square Must be True
Straight Edge of
Combination Wrenches
10mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm
Draw Light
Line on Board
Along this Edge
Board 3/4” Thick
This Edge Must be
Perfectly Straight
NOTE: The square and straight
edge are used to align the saw.
They must be accurate if the
saw is to be aligned properly.
#1 Phillips Screwdriver
#2 Phillips Screwdriver
Straightedge
Should be no Gap or Overlap when Square
is Flipped Over in Dotted Position
Combination Square
Adjustable Wrench
Unpacking
List of Loose Parts
Item
Description
Qty.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from unex-
pected starting or electrical shock, do not plug the
power cord in until all assembly and alignment steps
are complete. The power cord must remain unplugged
whenever you are working on the saw.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
L
M
N
Band Saw ...........................................................1
Motor w/Switch ...................................................1
Table Asm...........................................................1
Plate Support......................................................1
Pulley Cover .......................................................1
Trunnion Support................................................1
V-Belt..................................................................1
Stand Top ...........................................................1
Legs....................................................................4
Stiffener (Long)...................................................2
Stiffener (Short) ..................................................2
Bag Loose Parts................................................. *
Operator’s Manual..............................................1
1. Separate saw and all parts from packing materials
and check each one with the illustration and the “List
of Loose Parts” to make certain all items are
accounted for, before discarding any packing material.
WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not attempt
to assemble the band saw, plug in the power cord, or
turn the switch on until the missing parts are obtained
and are installed correctly.
2. Sometimes small parts get lost in packaging materials.
Do not throw away any packaging until your saw is put
together. Contact 1-866-539-1710 if any parts are
damaged or missing.
* Number varies: bags can contain other smaller bags.
NOTE: To make assembly easier keep contents of each
bag together and separate from contents of other bags.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of damage to the band saw
leave it laying on its side in the shipping box until you are
ready to mount it to the leg set.
B
A
H
D
E
J
M
F
K
N
C
G
L
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List of Loose Parts in Bag
Screw Pan Head
M4 x 0.7-10 (4)
Screw Pan Head
M5 x 0.8-12 (5)
Bolt Hex Head
M8 x 1.25-35 (10)
Screw Hex Head
M8 x 1.25-80 (1)
Washer External
M4 (4)
Washer Flat
M5 x 10 Dia. (6)
Bolt Carriage
M8 x 1.25-16 (40)
Nut Hex 3/8-16 (8)
Nut Hex M4 (4)
Washer External
M5 (2)
Screw Pan Head
Lock M6 x 1 (2)
Washer Lock
M8 (50)
Screw Flat Hd.
M5 x 0.8-15 (2)
Nut Hex M5 (3)
Washer Flat
M8 x 16 (56)
Bolt Hex Head
M6 x 1-10 (1)
Washer Flat
M6 x 12 (1)
Washer M5 (2)
Screw Pan Head
M5 x 0.8-6 (1)
Nut Hex Head
M8 (49)
Nut Hex M5 x 0.8 (2)
Rubber Grommet (4)
Knob Locking (2)
Leveling Foot (4)
Pointer (1)
Blade Hanger (2)
Key-Switch (1)
Dust Chute (1)
M5 Hex “L” Wrench (1)
Bevel Scale (1)
M3 Hex “L” Wrench (1)
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Assembly
Attaching Leveling Feet
1. From the loose parts bag find the following items:
4
8
Leveling feet
Hex nut 3/8-16
Hex Nut 3/8-16
2. From the loose parts find the following items:
Leg
4
Leveling Foot
Leg
3. Put a hex nut on each of the leveling feet and screw it
down towards the rubber foot.
4. Put the leveling feet through the holes in the bottom of
each leg.
Leg
5. Put another hex nut on each of the leveling feet and
hand tighten until they are next to the bottom support
of the leg.
Hex Nut 3/8-16
Leveling Foot
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from unex-
pected saw or work movement, leveling feet must be
adjusted so that saw does not rock. After the band saw
has been attached to the legset, it will be necessary to
adjust the leveling feet so the saw does not rock.
Assembling Leg Set
1. From the loose parts bag find the following hardware:
40 Carriage Bolts M8 x 1.25-16
40 M8 Washers
Lockwasher
Bolt Carriage Washer M8
M8 x 1.25-16
Nut Hex M8
M8
40 M8 Lockwashers
40 M8 Nuts
2. From the loose parts find the following items:
4 Legs (With Attached Leveling Feet)
2 Stiffeners (short)
Legs
Stand Top
2 Stiffeners (long)
1 Stand top
Stiffener (Short)
Stiffener (Long)
3. Place stand top upside down on a level surface. Fas-
ten four legs to top using carriage bolts, washers, lock
washers, and nuts, as shown (with nuts and washers
to the inside). Note: Legs fasten to outside of top. Do
not tighten at this time.
M8
Lockwasher
M8
Washer
M8 Nut
Carriage
Bolt
4. Fasten two long stiffeners and two short stiffeners to
stand legs using carriage bolts, washers, lockwashers,
and nuts, as shown. Finger tighten only at this time.
Leg
Stiffener
(Short)
Stiffener (Long)
Stand Top
10
5. Turn assembly over onto the legs. Be sure all four feet
sit flat on the ground. Adjustment of the feet will be
completed after the band saw is attached to the stand.
6. Tighten all stand fasteners at this time.
7. With the aid of a second person, lift the saw body out
of the shipping container and place onto the stand top.
Be sure front of saw faces stand front by aligning
holes.
CAUTION: Saw body is heavy! Use care when lift-
ing and stabilize until it is firmly attached to the stand!
Get help when lifting and mounting saw.
Attaching Band Saw to Leg Set
1. From the loose parts bag find the following hardware:
Bolt Hex Head
M8 x 1.25-35
Support Plate
Nut Hex M8
4
8
4
4
M8 x 35 Hex Head Bolts (approx. 1-3/8”)
M8 Washers
M8 Lockwashers
M8 Nuts
Washer M8
Lockwasher M8
2. From the loose parts find the following:
Support Plate
1
3. While one person continues to hold the saw from tip-
ping, the other person should install mounting bolts.
4. Line up holes in saw body with holes in stand.
5. Place support plate to the underside of stand as
shown.
Support Plate
6. Fasten saw body, stand, and support plate together
with four hex head bolts, eight flat washers, four lock-
washers, and four hex nuts.
Bolt Hex Head
Washer
Lockwasher
Nut
Adjusting Leveling Feet
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from unex-
pected saw or work movement, leveling feet must be
adjusted so that saw does not rock.
Leg
To adjust leveling feet so the saw will sit properly:
1. Move saw to desired location.
Nut
2. Raise or lower leveling foot by turning the nuts clock-
wise or counterclockwise.
Leveling
Foot
3. Tighten nuts to lock leveling foot in place.
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Assembly (continued)
Mounting The Motor
1. From the loose parts bag find the following items:
Bolt Hex Head
M8 x 1.25-35
4
8
4
4
4
M8 x 35 Hex Cap Bolts (approx. 1-3/8”)
M8 Washers
Rubber Grommet (4)
M8 Lockwashers
M8 Nuts
Rubber Grommets
Lockwasher
M8
2. From the loose parts find the following items:
Washer M8
Nut Hex M8
Motor w/Switch
1
1
Motor
V-Belt
V-Belt
3. To mount motor, place four rubber grommets over
holes in stand top. NOTE: Use of rubber grommets is
essential for eliminating excessive vibration. Place
motor over rubber grommets and fasten to stand top
with four hex head bolts, eight washers, four lockwash-
ers, and four hex nuts, as shown. Do not tighten at this
time.
Motor
Bolt
Washer
Grommet
Washer
Lockwasher
Nut
4. Align the inside edge of the motor pulley with inside
edge of the large pulley using a straight edge. Using a
3mm hex “L” wrench, adjust one or both pulleys by
loosening the set screw and moving the pulley(s) until
they line up with each other. Tighten set screws.
5. Place V-belt over both pulleys.
6. Tension V-belt by moving motor away from the saw body
and tighten the motor mount nuts. (Do not over-tighten
motor mount bolts. Tighten just enough to tension belt.)
Belt is properly tensioned when finger pressure between
the two pulleys causes approximately 1/2” deflection.
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Mounting Blade Hangers
1. From the loose parts bag find the following items.
4
4
4
2
Screw Pan Head M4 x 0.7-10
Nut Hex M4 x 0.7
Screw Pan Head
M4 x 0.7-10 (4)
Nut Hex M4 (4)
Lockwasher
External M4
Lockwasher External M4
Blade Hangers
2. From the loose parts find the following item.
Pulley Cover
1
Pulley Cover
Blade Hanger
3. Attach the blade hangers on the pulley cover as
shown.
Screw
Lockwasher
Nut Hex
Mounting the Pulley Cover
1. From the loose parts bag find the following items.
3
6
3
Screw Pan Head M5 x 0.8-12 (approx. 1/2”)
Screw Pan Head
M5 x 0.8-12
Washer Flat
M5 x 10 Dia.
Nut Hex M5
M5 Washers
M5 Nuts
Pulley Cover
Screw
2. Place pulley cover over both pulleys and fasten to
stand using three pan head screws, six washers, and
three hex nuts, as shown.
Washers
Nut
Mounting the Switch Box
1. From the loose parts find the following hardware:
2
2
Screw Pan Head M5 x 0.8-12 (approx. 1/2”)
Lockwasher Ext. M5
Screw Pan Head
M5 x 0.8-12
Lockwasher
External M5
2. Mount switch box assembly to frame as shown using
hardware listed.
Lockwasher
Screw
Lockwasher
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Assembly (continued)
Mounting the Dust Chute
1. From the loose parts bag find the following items:
2
Screw Pan Head Lock M6 x 1
2. From the loose parts find the following items:
Dust Chute
Screw Pan Head
Lock M6 x 1
Dust Chute
1
3. Open lower blade guard cover and install dust chute.
Use fasteners supplied. Close lower blade guard
cover.
Dust Chute
Mounting the Table Trunnion Support To
Saw Body
Screw Hex Head
M8 x 1.25-80
1. From the loose parts bag find the following items:
2
2
1
M8 x 35 Hex Head Bolts (approx. 1-3/8”)
M8 Lockwashers
M8 x 80 Hex Cap Bolt
Lockwasher
M8
Bolt Hex Head
M8 x 1.25-35
(table stop bolt approx. 3-1/8” long)
M8 Nut (For Table Stop Bolt)
Nut Hex M8
1
2. From the loose parts find the following items:
Table Trunnion Support (shown below)
Bolt Hex Head
M8 x 1.25-35
1
Lockwasher
Screw Hex Head
M8 x 1.25-80
3. Attach trunnion support to saw body with two hex head
bolts and two lockwashers as shown.
Nut Hex M8
4. Thread nut (D) onto table stop bolt (C) and attach to
trunnion support.
Mounting Bevel Scale To Table
1. From the loose parts find the following items:
Screw Flat Hd.
M5 x 0.8-15
Washer M5
Nut Hex M5 x 0.8
2
2
2
1
Screw Flat Head M5 x 0.8-15
Washer M5
Nut Hex M5 x 0.8
Scale Bevel
2. Insert the screws through the table and bevel scale as
shown.
Bevel Scale
3. Install a washer and nut. Tighten
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Mounting the Table To Saw Body
1. From the loose parts find the following items:
1
2
Table
Knobs
2. To mount table, remove table insert and table pin from
the table. Guide sawblade through slot in table and
place table screws into trunnions. Attach and lock with
lock knobs.
Installing Bevel Scale Indicator
1. From the loose parts find the following items:
1
1
Pointer
Screw Pan Head
M5 x 0.8-6
Screw Pan Head M5 x 0.8-6
2. Insert screw through the slot in the pointer and into the
trunnion support bracket. Tighten
Pointer
WARNING: Unit is shipped with blade installed. Do
not plug in or operate unit unless the blade is adjusted
and aligned per section titled “Changing Blades”.
Trunnion
Support
Bracket
3. Replace table insert and table pin.
4. Transportation and handling may have caused some
fasteners to loosen. Before operating, check all
screws, bolts and nuts to make sure they are snug.
Operate machine only after reading the entire manual
including blade tracking, blade guide adjustments, and
safety rules.
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Getting to Know Your Band Saw
15 Motor
Pulley Cover
1 Warning Label
10 Upper
Cover
6 Blade Guard
Support
Adjustment Knob
16 Blade Hangers
4 Blade Guides
18 On-Off
Switch
5 Back-Up
Bearings
7 Tilting
Table
2 Blade Tension
Knob
8 Table Tilt
Lock Knobs
17 Model
Nameplate
9 Tilt Table
Stops
14 Motor
3 Blade Tracking
Adjustment Knob
13 Lower
Blade Guard
12 Sawdust
Ejection Port
11 Lower
Cover
1. Warning Label
9. 90° Table Stops - Ensures table is perpendicular to
blade.
10. Upper Cover - Pull knob to expose upper wheel dur-
ing blade changes.
11. Lower Cover - Pull knob to gain access to lower
wheel, remove the blade or to clean out sawdust
build-up.
2. Blade Tension Knob - Clockwise rotation of the
knob will increase the tension on the blade. Counter-
clockwise rotation of the knob will decrease the ten-
sion on the blade.
3. Blade Tracking, Adjustment Knob - Turn knob to
adjust blade tracking.
4. Blade Guides - The guides are adjustable to provide
full support of the blade.
5. Back-up Bearings - These thrust bearings support
the back of the blade and are adjustable for the vari-
ous blade widths.
12. Sawdust Ejection Port - Your band saw is equipped
with a vacuum hookup. This feature will allow you to
attach any standard 2-1/2 inch diameter wet/dry vac-
uum hose into the hole provided for convenient saw-
dust removal.
6. Blade Guard Support Adjustment Knobs - Loosen
this knob to vertically adjust the blade guard support
so that it just clears the workpiece to be cut. Always
adjust the guard/support before turning on the band
saw. Tighten the knob to lock the guard/support in the
proper location.
7. Tilting Table - Table tilts for angular cuts. Use the
table tilt scale under table to measure angular set-
tings.
WARNING: Sawdust can clog motor. Motor could
ignite sawdust. Even if saw is connected to vacuum,
blow out sawdust regularly from motor.
13. Lower blade guard. Safeguards user from acciden-
tal blade contact.
14. Motor.
15. Motor pulley cover.
16. Blade Hangers - Extra blades may be stored here.
17. Model nameplate.
8. Table Tilt Lock Knobs - Loosen knobs to move tilt
table to required angle. Retighten knobs to secure
table.
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18. On-Off Switch
WARNING: Before turning switch “ON”, make sure
the blade guards are correctly installed and operating
properly.
The On-Off switch has a locking feature. This feature is
intended to help prevent unauthorized and possible
hazardous use by children and others.
1. To turn band saw “On” insert key into switch.
NOTE: Key is made of yellow plastic, located in the
loose parts bag.
2. Insert finger under switch lever and Pull end of
switch out.
3. To turn band saw “Off” Push lever in.
WARNING: Never leave the band saw unattended
until it has come to a complete stop.
4. To lock switch in “Off” position hold switch in with
one hand and remove key with other hand.
WARNING: For your own safety, always lock the
switch “Off” when band saw is not in use, remove the
key and keep it in a safe place. In the event of a power
failure (all of your lights go out) turn switch off, remove
the key and store it away from the band saw. This will
prevent the machine from starting up again when the
power comes back on.
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Alignments and Adjustments
Tilting the Table
WARNING: Unplug the machine from the power
source before making any repair or adjustment. Failure
to comply may cause serious injury.
90° Table
Stop
1. Loosen two lock knobs.
Jam Nut
2. Tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right or up to 10° to
the left.
3. Tighten two lock knobs.
NOTE: 90° table stop must be removed to tilt table 10° to
the left.
Lower
Rotating
Blade Guard
Adjusting 90° Table Stop
1. Disconnect machine from the power source.
2. Loosen lock knobs and tilt table left until it rests against
table stop.
3. Use a square placed on the table and against the
blade, to see if the table is 90 degrees to the blade.
4. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen lock knobs. Tilt
table to the right, and lock in place.
5. Loosen jam nut and turn table top left or right to raise
or lower the stop. Tighten jam nut to hold table stop in
place.
Table Pin
6. Unlock table, tilt back onto table rest and confirm table
is 90 degrees with the blade.
7. If necessary, adjust pointer to zero.
Table Insert
Changing Blades
WARNING: Blade teeth are sharp. Use care when
handling the sawblade.
1. Disconnect the machine from the power source.
2. Loosen blade tension by turning blade tension knob
counterclockwise until it stops.
Blade Tension Knob
3. Remove the table insert and the table pin.
4. Open upper and lower cover. Remove screws and
washers from guard blade rear. Then remove guard.
5. Insert screwdriver through table insert hole to loosen
pivot screw one turn for guard under the table. Rotate
guard out of the way.
6. Remove the blade from between upper and lower
blade guides. Remove blade from upper and lower
wheels. Turn blade so it will fit through slot in table.
Remove blade.
7. Guide new blade through table slot. Place blade in
upper and lower blade guides. NOTE: Make sure
blade teeth point down toward table.
8. Place blade in the middle of the upper and lower wheel.
9. Replace guard blade rear and tighten screws.
10. Rotate guard under table to a closed position and
tighten screw.
11. Replace table insert and table pin.
12. Tension and track blade before operating saw. Find
instructions for tensioning and tracking the blade
under “Adjusting Blade Tension” and “Adjusting Blade
Tracking”.
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Adjusting Blade Tension
1. Disconnect machine from the power source.
2. Turn blade tension knob clockwise to tension blade. A
gauge on the upper wheel slide bracket indicates the
approximate tension according to the width of the
blade. Initially, set the blade tension gauge to corre-
spond with the blade width.
3. As you become familiar with the saw, you may find it
necessary to change the blade tension from the initial
setting. Changes in blade width and the type of mate-
rial being cut will have an effect on blade tension.
4. Keep in mind that too little or too much blade tension
can cause blade breakage.
Blade
Tension
Knob
Blade
Tension
Gauge
Adjusting Blade Tracking
WARNING: Disconnect machine from the power
source. Never adjust blade tracking with the machine
running.
1. Blade must be properly tensioned before adjusting
blade tracking. Make sure blade guides and blade
bearings do not interfere with the blade.
2. Open upper cover. Rotate the wheel forward by hand
and observe the position of the blade on the wheel. It
should be in the center.
3. If adjustment is necessary, loosen wing nut, tighten
knob slightly to move blade toward rear of machine.
Slightly loosening the knob will cause the blade to
track toward the front of the machine.
Blade Tracking Knob
4. Tighten nut after blade is tracking in the center of the
wheel.
Lock Knob
Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly
1. Disconnect machine from the power source.
2. Loosen lock knob and raise or lower upper blade guide
assembly to just above the material being cut.
3. Tighten lock knob. Make sure blade guide blocks are
still flat to the blade. If adjustment is necessary, loosen
lock knob and rotate assembly until guide blocks are
flat to the blade.
4. The upper blade guide is spring loaded. To adjust the
tension on the spring, remove knob, tighten or loosen
set screw until desired tension is reached, and replace
knob. (See page 20)
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Alignments and Adjustments (continued)
Adjusting Upper Blade Guides and Blade
Support Bearing
WARNING: Blade guard has been removed for pic-
ture clarity. Never operate the band saw without all
guards in place and in working order. Failure to comply
may cause serious injury.
Step 7
1. Disconnect machine from the power source.
2. Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly.
3. Loosen thumb screws and move guide blocks as close to
the blade as possible without pinching it. The thickness of
a dollar bill on each side of blade is a good rule of thumb.
4. Tighten thumb screws.
5. Loosen thumb screw and turn knurled knob to move the
guide block bracket in or out until the front edge of the
guide blocks are just behind the “gullets” of the saw teeth.
Step 3
Step 5
6. Tighten thumb screw.
Blade
Guides
7. Loosen thumb screw and turn knurled knob to move
the support bearing in or out until the bearing is 1/64”
behind the blade.
8. Tighten thumb screw.
1/8”
9. Blade support bearing should be adjusted so that the
back edge of the blade overlaps the front face of the
ball bearing approximately 1/8”. To change position of
the bearing, remove screw bearing, and back off
knurled knob completely to remove the bearing shaft.
Notice the bearing holder on the shaft is eccentric. Re-
install the bearing shaft, the bearing, and the screw.
Examine the overlap between the bearing face and the
blade. Change the position of the bearing shaft until
the overlap is approximately 1/8”.
Support
Bearing
Bearing
Shaft
Blade
Step 9 (upper and lower)
Adjusting Lower Blade Guides and Blade
Support Bearing
1. Disconnect machine from the power source.
2. Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly.
3. Loosen thumb screws and move guide blocks as close to
blade as possible without pinching it. The thickness of a
dollar bill on each side of blade is a good rule of thumb.
Step 7
4. Tighten thumb screw.
5. Loosen thumb screw and move the guide block sup-
port in or out until the front edge of the guide blocks
are just behind the “gullets” of the saw teeth.
6. Tighten thumb screw.
Step 5
7. Loosen thumb screw and move the support bearing in
or out until it is 1/64” behind the sawblade
Step 3
8. Tighten thumb screw.
9. The blade support bearing should be adjusted so that
the back edge of the blade overlaps the front face of
the ball bearing approximately 1/8”. To change position
of the bearing, remove screw and bearing. Loosen
thumb screw and remove the bearing shaft. Notice the
bearing holder on the shaft is eccentric. Re-install the
bearing shaft, the bearing, and the screw. Examine the
overlap between the bearing face and the blade.
Change the position of the bearing shaft until the over-
lap is approximately 1/8”.
WARNING: Table has been removed for clarity
purposes. Never operate saw without all components in
place and in working order.
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Safety Instructions for Basic Band Saw Operation
• If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or any
electrical part does not work properly, turn the saw off
and unplug the saw.
Before Each Use
Inspect your saw.
• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting,
turn the switch off, unplug the saw, and remove the
switch key before changing the setup, removing cov-
ers, guards or blade.
• Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of mov-
ing parts, breakage of parts, saw stability, and any
other conditions that may affect the way the saw
works.
• Replace damaged or missing parts before using the
saw again.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep the saw clean for best
and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubri-
cating.
• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of
checking for and removing keys and adjusting
wrenches from table top before turning it on.
To Reduce The Risk Of Injury From Jams, Slips Or Thrown Pieces Or Broken Blades
Inspect your blade.
hazards peculiar to this tool.
• Choose the right blade size, style and cutting speed for
the material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
• Make sure the blade teeth point downward, toward the
table.
• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental contact with
moving parts, don’t do layout, assembly, or set up work
on the saw while any parts are moving.
• Reduce the risk of accidental starting. Make sure switch
is “OFF” before plugging saw into a power outlet.
• Make sure the blade guides and thrust bearings are
properly adjusted.
Inspect your workpiece.
• Make sure the blade tension is properly adjusted.
• Make sure the bevel clamp is tight and no parts have
excessive play.
Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the
part of the workpiece to be cut.
Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward
workpieces:
• To reduce the risk of accidental blade contact, mini-
mize blade breakage and provide maximum blade
support, always adjust the upper blade guide and
blade guard to just clear the workpiece.
• Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks, etc.)
for any workpieces large enough to tip when not held
down to the table top.
• NEVER use another person as a substitute for a table
extension, or as additional support for a workpiece that
is longer or wider than the basic saw table, or to help
feed, support or pull the workpiece.
Inspect your work area.
• Keep work area clean.
• Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor
must not be slippery from wax or sawdust.
• To reduce the risk of burns or other fire damage, never
use the saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases.
Plan your work.
• When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your
work so it will not slip and pinch the blade. A piece of
molding for example, must lie flat or be held by a fix-
ture of jig that will not let it twist, rock or slip while being
cut.
• Use the right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do
a job it was not designed to do.
• Use this band saw to cut only wood, wood like prod-
ucts and plastics.
• Properly support round material such as dowel rods, or
tubing. They have a tendency to roll during a cut, caus-
ing the blade to “bite”. To reduce the risk of this, always
use a “V” block or clamp the work to the miter gage.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of blade breakage,
personal injury, fire or other damage to the saw,
NEVER use this band saw to cut metals.
• Cut only one workpiece at a time.
• Clear everything except the workpiece and related
support devices off the table before turning the saw on.
• Know your saw. Read and understand the operator’s
manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its applica-
tion and limitations as well as the specific potential
Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears
Dress for safety
goggles are available at many local retail stores.
• Any power saw can throw foreign objects into the
eyes. This can result in permanent eye damage.
Always wear safety goggles, not glasses, complying
with ANSI Z87.1 (or in Canada CSA Z94.3-99) shown
on package. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses. Safety
• For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with
safety goggles.
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• Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry
(rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw
you into moving parts.
Plan the way you will hold the workpiece from start
to finish.
• Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers will
go under the blade guard. Use jigs or fixtures to hold
the work and keep your hands away from the blade.
• Wear nonslip footwear.
• Tie back long hair.
• Secure work. Use clamps to hold work when practical.
It’s often safer than using your hand, and frees both
hands to operate the tool.
• Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
• Noise levels vary widely. To reduce the risk of possible
hearing damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using
saw for hours at a time.
• Don’t overreach. Keep good footing and balance.
Whenever Saw Is Running
WARNING: Don't allow familiarity gained from fre-
quent use of your band saw to cause a careless mis-
take. Always remember that a careless fraction of a
second is enough to cause a severe injury.
Before freeing jammed material.
• Turn switch “OFF”.
• Unplug the saw.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Remove switch key.
• Before starting your cut, watch the saw while it runs. If
it makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates a lot, stop
immediately. Turn the saw off. Unplug the saw. Do not
restart until finding and correcting the problem.
When backing up the workpiece, the blade may bind
in the kerf (cut). This is usually caused by sawdust
clogging up the kerf or because the blade comes out
of the guides. If this happens:
Keep Children Away.
• Keep all visitors a safe distance from the table saw.
• Turn saw “OFF”.
• Make sure bystanders are clear of the table saw and
workpiece.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Remove switch key.
• Unplug the saw.
Don’t Force Tool.
• Let the blade reach full speed before cutting.
• It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate.
• Remove band saw cover.
• Stick flat blade screwdriver or wedge into the kerf.
• Turn the upper wheel by hand while backing up the
workpiece.
• Feed the workpiece into the saw only fast enough to let
the blade cut without bogging down or binding.
Before removing loose pieces from the table, turn saw off
and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Before Leaving The Saw
• Turn the saw off.
- Disconnect master switches.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Unplug the saw.
- Remove the yellow switch key. Store it away from
children and others not qualified to use the tool.
• Make workshop child-proof.
- Lock the shop.
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Basic Saw Operations
General Cutting
Operation
Recommended Blade Width
(Inches)
CAUTION: For your safety, comply with all the
safety instructions on pages 1-5 before using the band
saw.
Cross Cutting
Ripping
1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4
3/4
Mitering
1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4
1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4
1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4
See Chart Below
3/4
A band saw is basically a “curve cutting” machine. It is
not capable of doing inside cutting.
Beveling
Compound Cutting
Circle Cutting
Resawing
It is also used for straight-line cutting operations such as
crosscutting, ripping, mitering, beveling, compound cut-
ting and resawing.
Curve Cutting
NOTE: Blade length is 93-1/2"
1/8, 1/4
This machine is fitted with a 3/8" x 93-1/2 bandsaw blade.
NOTE: We recommend using non-metalic blade guide
(AC5007) when using 1/8” blade.
Circle Cutting
1. Adjust the upper guides to vertically just clear the
workpiece.
blade to cut.
3. The smallest diameter that can be cut out is deter-
mined by the width of the blade. For example, a 1/4-
inch wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of approx-
imately 1-1/2-inch (see chart).
2. Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly against the table. Use gentle
pressure, and do not force the work, but allow the
Blade Selection Guide for Minimum Circle Cutting
Circle Dia.
1/2"D 1"D
1/8" 3/16" 1/4"
1-1/2"D 2"D
3/8"
4"D
1/2"
7"D
3/4"
Blade Size
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Maintenance
WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch “Off”
and remove plug from power source outlet before
maintaining or lubricating your band saw.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of damaging the tires do not
use a sharp knife or any kind of solvent.
When the tires become worn they should be replaced.
When replacing the tires, stretch them around the wheels
but do not glue them on.
Tires
Pitch and sawdust that build up on the tires should be
removed with a stiff brush or scrape off with a piece of
wood.
Adjusting The Upper Blade Guide Travel
If the upper guide bar will not move up and down easily
or falls when the lock knob is loosened, the following
adjustment should be performed.
3. Move the guide bar up and down to check for smooth
movement while still holding its position when
released.
4. Make further adjustments to the screw as required to
get the guide bar to move smoothly and hold its posi-
tion when released.
1. Remove the guide bar lock knob.
2. Using a 5mm hex “L” wrench, tighten or loosen the
screw which is located below the lock knob.
5. Reinstall guide bar lock knob.
General Maintenance
Keep your band saw clean. Remove the sawdust from
the inside. Vacuum or blow out frequently.
NOTE: Do not immerse the back-up bearings in the gum
and pitch remover.
Do not allow filth to build up on the table the guides or the
back-up bearings. Clean them with gum and pitch
remover.
Put a thin coat of paste wax on the table so that the wood
slides easily while cutting.
Motor
Frequently blow or vacuum out any sawdust from the
motor. Follow lubrication instruction on the motor label.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrocution or
fire, immediately replace a worn, cut or damaged
power cord.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of eye injury from
blowing debris, wear safety goggles when blowing out
sawdust.
Lubrication
All of the ball bearings are packed with grease at the fac-
tory. They require no further lubrication.
RIDGID Recommends the Following Accessories
WARNING: Use only accessories recommended for
this saw. Using other accessories may be dangerous.
Do not use any accessory unless you have received and
read complete instructions for its use.
Item
SKU No.
Band Saw Fence ................................................AC5001
Riser Block..........................................................AC5005
Cool Blocks™ .....................................................AC5007
Miter Gauge........................................................AC1021
Key Switch ..........................................................AC1000
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Troubleshooting
Motor
NOTE: Motors used on wood-working tools are particularly susceptible to the accumulation of sawdust and wood chips
and should be blown out or “vacuumed” frequently to prevent interference with normal motor ventilation and proper
operation of the centrifugally-operated starting switch.
Trouble
Probable Cause
1. Motor
Remedy
Excessive noise
1. Have motor checked by qualified service tech-
nician. Repair service is available your nearest
Authorized Service Center store.
Motor fails to develop full
power. Note Low Voltage:
Power output of motor
decreases rapidly with
decrease in voltage at
motor terminals. For
example, a reduction of
10% in voltage causes a
reduction of 19% in maxi-
mum power output of
which the motor is capa-
ble, and a reduction of
20% in voltage causes a
reduction of 36% in maxi-
mum power output
1. Circuit overloaded with light,
appliances and other motors.
2. Undersize wires or circuit too
long.
3. General overloading of power
company facilities.
1. Do not use other appliances or motors on
same circuit when using the saw.
2. Increase wire sizes, or reduce length of wiring.
See “Motor specifications and Electrical
Requirements” section.
3. Request a voltage check from the power com-
pany.
Motor starts slowly or fails 1. Low voltage.
to come up to full speed.
1. Request voltage check from the power com-
pany. Check size of circuit wiring.
2. Have motor repair or replaced.
3. Blow out sawdust from motor. Have motor
repaired.
2. Windings burned out or open.
3. Starting switch not operating.
Motor overheats
1. Motor overloaded.
1. Feed work slower into blade.
2. Clean out sawdust to provide normal air circu-
lation through motor. See “Maintenance” sec-
tion.
2. Improper cooling (air circula-
tion restricted through motor
due to sawdust accumulation).
Starting switch in motor
will not operate.
1. Burned switch contacts (due to 1. Have switch replaced and request a voltage
extended hold-in periods
caused by low line voltage,
etc.)
check from the power company.
2. Shorted capacitor.
3. Loose or broken connections.
2. Have capacitor tested and replace if defective.
3. Have wiring checked and repaired.
Motor stalls (resulting in
1. Starting switch not operating.
1. Have switch replaced.
blown fuses or tripped cir- 2. Voltage too low to permit motor 2. Request voltage check from the power com-
cuit breakers).
to reach operating speed.
3. Fuses or circuit breakers do
not have sufficient capacity.
pany.
3. Install proper size fuses or circuit breakers.
Frequent opening of fuses 1. Motor overloaded.
or circuit breakers. 2. Fuses or circuit breakers do
1. Feed work slower into blade.
2. Install proper size fuses or circuit breakers.
Check that wiring will handle load.
not have sufficient capacity.
3. Starting switch not operating
(motor does not reach speed).
3. Have switch replaced. Blow out sawdust.
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General
WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch “Off” and remove plug from power source outlet before trouble shoot-
ing your band saw.
Trouble
Probable Cause
Remedy
Blade does not run in the
approximate center of the
upper wheel.
1. Not tracking properly.
1. Adjust tracking, see Assembly Section, “Adjusting
Blade Tracking” section.
Band Saw slows down when 1. Belt too loose.
cutting
1. Adjust belt tension, see “Assembly” section, “Mount-
ing the Motor”.
2. Cutting too small a radius. 2. Stop feeding, and back up the material slightly, until
the band saw speeds up.
3. Dull blade.
3. Replace blade.
4. Overloading motor.
4. Slow down, trying to cut too fast.
Blades breaking
1. Too much tension on
blade.
1. Adjust tension. See “Getting to Know Your Band
Saw”.
2. Kink in blade caused cut- 2. Use correct cutting technique. See “Basic Saw Oper-
ting too small a radius or
turning the material too
fast when cutting.
ation” section.
Blade dulls too quickly.
Band saw vibrates.
1. Blade guides set too close 1. Adjust upper and lower blades guides. See “Assem-
to teeth.
bly” section “Installing the blade”.
2. Cutting incorrect material
1. Too much tension on
motor belt
1. Adjust according to “Mounting the Motor” section.
Wiring Diagram
Motor Junction Box
Motor Junction Box
3
2
1 3
2 4
1
4
Black
Wire
Nut
Wire
Nut
White Black
Green
White
Green
120V Power
Cord
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Repair Parts
Parts List For RIDGID 14 Inch Band Saw
Model No. BS14002 Figure 1 - Drive Assembly Parts
Always Order By Part Number - Not By Key Number
Key
Key
No.
Part No.
No.
Description
Frame Upper Arm
Part No.
Description
* Washer M16
* Nut M16
Stud
Hinge Lower
Screw Flat Hd. M5 x 0.8-10
Brush Wheel
Screw Pan Hd. M5 x 0.8-12
Key 5mm x 20mm
Shaft Lower Wheel
* Washer M8
Base
Wheel Lower
Bearing Ball
Ring Retaining
Wheel Upper
Nut Hex M12 x 1.25
Tire
†Blade 3/8 x 93-1/2
Screw Hex Hd. LH M8 x 1.25-25
Bolt M10 x 1.5-15 (Special)
Catch Door
Screw Pan Hd. M4 x 16-8
Chute Dust
Cover Lower Wheel
Knob Catch
Screw Pan Hd. Lock M6 x 1-8
Cover Upper Front
Screw Pan Hd. Ty “AB” #6 x 5/8
Washer
Guard Blade Rear
Hinge Upper
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
823545
826533
823746
820722-10
823574
823744-3
823575-2
823601
54 813512-1
55 813164-12
56 823756
57 823598
58 818470-3
59 823555
60 813313
61 819188
62 823584
63 823753
64 823554-1
65 828864
66 823762
67 823761
68 828864-1
69 823763
70 823595
71 823542
72 823753
73 823751
74 823583
75 817357
76 823558
77 826634-1
78 826536
79 823771
80 823552-1
81 816069
82 823760
83 823600
84 823597
85 820237-7
86 823758-9
87 824283
88 823570
89 826535
90 826534
91 826627
92 826630
93 823755
94 AC1000
95 826123
96 813313
97 826394
98 813314-8
99 823546
100 823563-1
101 823543-1
102 827589
103 SP6412
Knob
Screw Pan Hd. Lock M6 x 1-12
Bearing Ball
Sleeve Upper Spacing
Screw Thumb M6-16
Post Guide
Bracket Support Post
Screw Soc Set M8 x 1.25-40
Nut Micro-Adjust
Screw hex Hd. M6 x 1.0-16
Guard Blade Upper
* Washer M6
Screw Hex Hd. M6 x 1.0-10
Block Guide
Bracket Support Upper
Screw Thumb M6-12
* Screw Soc. Cup M10 x 1.5-10
Spring
823954
10 823573
11 820249-4
12 823596
13 820238-4
14 813307-3
15 823572
16 823745
17 823744-2
18 821750-1
19 823743
20 823742
21 813249-76
22 823580
23 823559
24 823579
25 823769
26 823565
27 823586
28 823768
29 813310-4
30 813164-6
31 816755-10
32 813314-8
33 823588
34 821388-2
35 826538
36 823750-1
37 823779
38 826532
39 826626
40 813313-5
41 823587
42 813163-12
43 813310-9
44 818470-5
45 826664
46 813164-6
47 817393-5
48 828863
49 817391-1
50 816782
51 817530
52 823741
53 821732-1
Ball Steel
Pin Spring
Insert Table
Table
Pin table
Screw Hex Hd. M10 x 1.5-55
Clamp Trunnion Shoe
Trunnion
Screw Hex Washer hd. M6 x 1-12
* Screw Hex Hd. M8 x 1.25-80
* Nut Hex M8
Screw Pan Cross M5 x 0.8-9
* Lockwasher M5
Guard Blade Lower
* Screw Hex Hd. M6 x 1.0-20
Bracket Lower Support Post
Guard Lower Wheel Blade
Bracket Support Lower
Knob Locking
* Washer M5
Cover Upper Back
Shaft/Hinge Upper Wheel Asm
Nut Wing
Knob Lock
Knob Blade Adjusting
Spring Coil
Indicator
Nut Square
†Key, Switch
Switch Locking
* Screw Pan Hd. M5 x 0.8-12
Box Switch
* Lockwasher M5
Plate Switch Backing
Cord w/Plug
Cord Power
Stud Latch
Operator’s Manual
Pointer
Screw Pan Hd. M5 x 0.8-6
Bracket Trunnion Support
* Lockwasher M8
* Screw Hex Hd. M8 x 1.25-35
Screw Flat Hd. Cross M5 x 0.8-15
Scale Bevel
* Nut Hex M5 x 0.8
Belt V A40
Pulley
Screw Soc Set M6 x 1.0-10
Ring Retaining
Bearing Ball
Pin
† Stock Item - May be secured through the Hardware
Department of most Home Depot Stores.
Screw Hex Hd. M16 x 2.0-55
* Standard hardware item. May be purchased locally.
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Repair Parts
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Repair Parts
Parts List For RIDGID 14 Inch Band Saw
Model No. BS14002
Figure 2 - Base Components
Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number
Key
Key
No.
Part No.
No.
Description
Cover Pulley
Part No.
Description
* Washer M8
Plate Support
Stiffener Short
Stand Top
Grommet Rubber
Motor
* Screw Hex Hd. M8 x 1.25-35
Key 5mm x 20mm
Screw Set M6 x 1.0-10
Pulley Motor
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
823592-1
826530
826632
824026-4
813314-5
813313
820237-1
823773-1
823590-1
16 821063-2
17 823593-1
18 823589-1
19 828984
20 823747
21 828848
22 813310-9
23 819188
24 817391-1
25 828862
26 823576
27 823591-1
28 817357
29 813317-6
30 813317-8
Hanger Blade
* Screw Pan Hd M4 x 0.7-10
* Nut Hex M4 x 0.7
* Lockwasher 4mm
* Screw Pan Hd. M5 x 0.8-12
* Washer M5
Leg
Stiffener Long
Bolt Carriage M8 x 1.25-16
* Nut Hex 3/8-16
Foot Leveling
10 823776
11 118615
12 803835-1
13 813164-6
14 813364-8
15 813303-7
Pad
Cover Pulley Inner
* Screw Pan Hd. M4 x 16-8
Wrench Hex “L” 3mm
Wrench Hex “L” 5mm
* Nut Hex M5
* Nut Hex M8
* Lockwasher M8
* Standard hardware item. May be purchased locally.
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Notes
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RIDGID¨ HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL
LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY AND 90-DAY
SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY
This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc.,
under a trademark license from Ridgid, Inc. All warranty communi-
cations should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn:
RIDGID handheld and stationary power tool technical service at (toll
free) 1-866-539-1710.
90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY
During the first 90 days after the date of purchase, if you are dissatis-
fied with the performance of this RIDGID tool for any reason you may
return the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full
refund or exchange. To receive a replacement tool you must present
proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with
the original product. The replacement tool will be covered by the lim-
ited warranty for the balance of the three year warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED THREE YEAR WAR-
RANTY
This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in this
RIDGID tool for the three year period from the date of purchase. This
warranty is specific to this tool. Warranties for other RIDGID products
may vary.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
To obtain service for this RIDGID tool you must return it, freight pre-
paid, to an authorized RIDGID service center for hand held and sta-
tionary power tools. You may obtain the location of the authorized
service center nearest you by calling (toll free) 1-866-539-1710 or by
ing warranty service, you must present the proof of purchase docu-
mentation, which includes a date of purchase. The authorized
service center will repair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or
replace any defective part, at our option at no charge to you.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may
not be transferred. This warranty only covers defects arising under
normal usage and does not cover any malfunction, failure or defect
resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, alteration, modification or
repair by other than an authorized service center for RIDGID
branded hand held and stationary power tools. RIDGID, INC. AND
ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. MAKE NO WARRANTIES,
REPRESENTATIONS OR PROMISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR
PERFORMANCE OF ITS POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFICALLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY.
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS
To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warranties,
including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied warranties,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular pur-
pose, that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to three
years from the date of purchase. One World Technologies, Inc. is not
responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Stock No. BS1400
Model No. BS14002
Serial No. __________________ Model and serial numbers may
be found on a plate attached to the back side of the upper cover
of your saw. You should record serial number in a safe place for
future use.
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
One World Technologies, Inc.
Hwy. 8
CALL 1-866-539-1710
Pickens, SC 29671
Please have your Model Number and Serial Number when calling.
Part No. SP6412
Form No. SP6412
Printed in China 8/03
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