Do not use this band saw for other than its 18. Give your work undivided attention. Looking intended use. If used for other purposes, JET around, carrying on a conversation and “horse- disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds play”...
27. Make sure workpiece is securely clamped in WARNING: This product can expose you to vise. Never use your hand to hold the chemicals including titanium dioxide which is workpiece. known to the State of California to cause cancer, 28. Never reach around or over a moving saw and lead which is known to the State of blade.
5.0 Specifications Table 1 Stock number 415560 415559 Model number HVBS-712DV HVBS-712V Style Deluxe model Base model Motor and Electricals Brushed DC Type Horsepower 1 HP (0.76 kW) Phase Single Voltage 115V Main motor Cycle 60 Hz 7.5 A Listed FLA (full load amps)
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CFM = cubic feet per minute The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement, JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
6.0 Setup and assembly Read understand instructions before attempting assembly. Band Saw must be disconnected from power during all assembly procedures. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 6.1 Shipping contents See Figures 6-1, 6-2. Figure 6-2: hardware package HVBS712-HP Band saw (not shown) Pulley cover –...
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Remove shipping bracket (Figure 6-4). Then rod and secure with thumb screw. See Figure reinstall bottom hex nut beneath plate. Retain 6-7. shipping bracket in case machine must be transported in future. Figure 6-7: installing work stop (712V only) Figure 6-4: shipping bracket removal Slide pulley cover (A, Figure 6-8) over spindles Install handle with flat washers and nut (C, secure...
Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1. The HVBS-712V and HVBS-712DV Band Saw is rated at 115V power. The band saw comes with a plug designed for use on a circuit with a grounded...
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the access screw (B). When adjustment gauge number, the heavier the cord. complete, reinstall coolant valve assembly and tighten set screw (C). Ampere Total length of Volts Rating cord in feet Verify that blade guide bearings are set correctly in relation to blade (see sect.
8.3 Drive belt tension/replacement 8.5 Blade replacement Disconnect band saw from power source. A general-use variable-tooth blade is provided with this band saw. Open pulley cover, and loosen hex nuts (K, Figure 8-5). Turn screw (L) out to relieve Choice of blade pitch is governed by thickness of pressure on motor mount plate.
If you do not have a piece of 2-inch bar stock available for a test cut, use a larger diameter test piece rather than a smaller one. The maximum thickness variation on any test piece should be no more than 0.003 inch, per side, per inch of stock diameter.
Place a weigh scale (such as spring or hanging scale) beneath blade tension handle, and lift saw bow. Scale should indicate approximately 5 to 6 kg (11-13 lb). If adjustment is needed, loosen one nut and tighten the other (Figure 8-13) on eye bolt, until scale indicates 5 to 6 kg (11-13 lb).
Make sure vise handles are positioned to specific blades on specific materials. However, the prevent contact with descending bow. following procedure will be adequate for break-in of JET-supplied blades lower alloy ferrous materials.
Position workpiece in vise and tighten vise. 10.0 User-maintenance Workpiece should be fitted directly between the jaws without adding other objects. When work piece is profiled section, flat piece or special Always disconnect power to shape, refer to examples in Figure 9-1 for machine before performing...
Hold a container under lower right corner of Disconnect saw from power source. gear box with one hand while slowly raising bow Remove motor fan cover (A, Figure 10-2). with the other. Drain completely. Follow local regulations for used oil disposal. Unscrew and remove plastic cap with flat blade screwdriver.
11.0 Troubleshooting HVBS-712V/712DV Band Saw 11.1 Mechanical and electrical problems Symptom Possible Cause Correction * Motor will not start. No incoming power. Check plug connection. If satisfactory, check breaker or fuse. Low voltage. Check power line for proper voltage. Open circuit in motor or loose Inspect all lead connections on motor for connection.
Some parts are shown for reference only, and may not be available individually. Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can usually be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered from JET.
12.1.3 HVBS-712V,-712DV – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size 1 ....HVBS712-01 ..... Water Tray ..................... 1 2 ....HVBS712-02 ..... Stand - Left ....................1 3 ....HVBS712-03 ..... Stand - Right ....................1 4 ....
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Index No Part No Description Size 60 ....HVBS7MW-38 ... Stop Screw ....................1 61 ....TS-0561021 ....Hex Nut ..............5/16" ......2 62 ....TS-1540080 ....Plastic Knob ............. M12 ....... 1 63 ....TS-1540081 ....Nut ................M12 ....... 1 63-1 ...
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Index No Part No Description Size 102 .... HVBS712-102 ... Hose ................ 1" ........1 103 .... HVBS712-103 ... Pump ............... 1/8HP 115/230V ..1 104 .... TS-0050011 ....Hex Cap Screw ............1/4"x1/2"......2 107 .... HVBS7MW-66N ..New Coolant Tank ..................1 109 ....
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Index No Part No Description Size 163-1 ..HVBS712-163-1 ..Adjustable Bracket (Left) ......... Base Model ....1 164 .... HVBS712-164 ... Blade Guard ....................1 164-1 ..HVBS712-164-1 ..Round Head Screw ..........3/16"x1/4"...... 2 165 .... TS-0050011 ....Hex Cap Screw ............1/4"x1/2"......4 166 ....
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....HVBS712V-244C ..Carbon Brush (not shown) ................2 244-1 ..HVBS712V-244-1 ..Motor Bracket ....................1 ....JET-113 ..... Jet Logo With 3M Adhesive (not shown) ....113 x 47mm ....1 ....LM000375 ....ID Label HVBS-712V (not shown) ......Base Model ....1 ....
13.0 Electrical Connections – HVBS-712V,-712DV Band Saw VR Speed knob White Black White Black White Black Blade On / Off Switch Yellow DC Motor Driver White White Black Pump On / Off Switch Black DC Motor Coolant Pump...
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