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14" Wood Cutting
Band Saw
(28-293 & 28-299)
Model 28-293 Shown
PART NO. 426-02-651-0040 - 09-30-01
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- Page 1 14" Wood Cutting Band Saw (28-293 & 28-299) Model 28-293 Shown PART NO. 426-02-651-0040 - 09-30-01 Copyright © 2001 Delta Machinery To learn more about DELTA MACHINERY visit our website at: www.deltamachinery.com. For Parts, Service, Warranty or other Assistance, 1-800-223-7278 ( 1-800-463-3582).
- Page 2 Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are cer- tain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the opera- tor may result.
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Page 3: Additional Safety Rules For Band Saws
Always keep hands and fingers away from the blade.. Check for proper blade size and type. Hold workpiece firmly against the table. DO NOT attempt to saw stock that does not have a flat surface, unless a suitable support is used. CONNECTING TOOL TO POWER SOURCE A separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. -
Page 4: Extension Cords
1. All grounded, cord-connected tools: In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding pro- vides 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 conductor and a grounding plug. -
Page 5: Unpacking And Cleaning
FOREWORD Delta Models 28-293 and 28-299 are 14" Band Saws. These tools are equipped with a 1 HP, 115V guarded drip-proof motor inside an enclosed stand. Included with each saw is a push button switch, a blade and belt guard, an arbor and motor pulleys with a V-belt, blade guides, a wood cutting blade, and an instruction manual. - Page 6 CAUTION: The band saw is very heavy. Use a helper when attaching the saw to the stand. Attach the band saw to the stand in the four holes provided (two of which are shown at (A) Fig. 8). Place one 5/16 -18 x 1-3/4"...
- Page 7 (B). 4. Insert two screws (C) Figs. 13, located on back of switch box, into two holes (D) located in the band saw arm. 5. Use the two nuts and lockwashers (E) Fig. 14, removed in STEP 3, to fasten the switch box to the bandsaw arm (Fig. 14).
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Page 8: Starting And Stopping Saw
6. Remove the screw and cable clamp (E) Figs. 15 and 16 from the lower arm of the band saw. 7. Insert the switch cord (F) Fig. 16, into the clamp (E) (removed in STEP 6), and fasten the switch cord (F) to the bandsaw. -
Page 9: Tilting The Table
TILTING THE TABLE The table on the band saw can be tilted 45 degrees to the right and 10 degrees to the left. To tilt the table to the right, loosen the two locking knobs (A) Fig. 20, tilt the table to the desired angle as shown on Scale (D)., and tighten two locking... -
Page 10: Adjusting Blade Tension
Use these gradu- ations until you become familiar enough with the operation of the band saw to vary the tension for different kinds of blades or work. IMPORTANT: OVER-STRAINING IS A COMMON CAUSE OF BLADE BREAKAGE AND OTHER UNSATISFACTORY BLADE PERFORMANCE. -
Page 11: Adjusting Lower Blade Guides And Blade Support Bearing
Tighten the screws (B). 6. The upper blade support bearing (E) Fig. 28 prevents damage to the set in the saw teeth by keeping the blade from being pushed too far toward the back. The support bearing (E) should be set 1/64"... -
Page 12: Band Saw Blades
(8) runs the blade continuously when not cutting. Blades for the standard 14" Band Saw are 93-1/2" long. The saw can adjust to a maximum length of 94" and a mini- mum of 91-1/2". If the saw is equipped with the accessory Height Attachment, the blades should be 105" long. -
Page 13: Parts, Service Or Warranty Assistance
PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a network • of Porter-Cable Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional information regarding your Delta quality product or to obtain parts, service, warranty assistance, or the loca- tion of the nearest service outlet, please call 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582). - Page 14 NOTES...
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