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Central Machinery 97099 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

Metal cutting bandsaw 7” x 12”
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METAL CUTTING BANDSAW
SET Up AND OpErATING INSTrUCTIONS
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools
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read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
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2007 by Harbor Freight Tools
manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form
without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.
7" X 12"
Model
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
97009
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  • Page 1 . All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information ..............3 General Safety rules.................4 Specific Safety Rules.................6 Grounding....................8 Extension Cords..................9 Symbology....................10 Product Specifications................10 Set Up Instructions..................11 Operating Instructions................12 Maintenance and Servicing..............25 Troubleshooting Guide................29 parts Lists....................30 Assembly Diagrams..................38 Electrical Schematics................43 Warranty Information................46 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 2...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    SAVE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).

  • Page 4: General Safety Rules

    GENErAL SAFETY rULES WArNING! read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your line-operated (corded) power tool. SAVE THESE INSTrUCTIONS Work area safety Keep work area clean and well lit.
  • Page 5 Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before plugging in. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

  • Page 6: Specific Safety Rules

    SpECIFIC SAFETY rULES Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. Make sure the Bandsaw is located on a flat, level, sturdy surface capable of supporting the weight of the tool, accessories, and workpieces.
  • Page 7 When cutting magnesium, use soluble oils or emulsions (oil/water mix) as water only will greatly intensify any accidental magnesium chip fire. See your industrial coolant supplier for specific coolant recommendations when cutting magnesium. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool. Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet.

  • Page 8: Grounding

    SAVE THESE INSTrUCTIONS. GrOUNDING Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in WArNING WArNING electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug.

  • Page 9: Extension Cords

    Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two prong plugs Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Outlets for 2-prong plug.) Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration.

  • Page 10: Symbology

    rECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIrE GAUGE FOr EXTENSION COrDS* (120/240 VOLT) NAMEpLATE EXTENSION COrD LENGTH AMpErES (at full load) 25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet 0 – 2.0 2.1 – 3.4 3. – .0 .1 – 7.0 7.1 – 12.0 12.1 –...

  • Page 11: Set Up Instructions

    UNpACkING When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.

  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    Rod. Insert one Cotter Pin (92-3) through the hole in each end of the Wheel Rod. Make sure to bend the Cotter Pins to secure the Wheels in place. (See Figure B.) Screw in the two Levelers (93) into the two threaded mounting holes located underneath the bottom/left side of the Stand (77S).
  • Page 13 To operate, turn the Hand Wheel (S) counterclockwise 1/2 turn and move the Front Vise Jaw (9) to the desired position. Then tighten the Front Vise Jaw against the workpiece by turning the Hand Wheel clockwise. (See Figure C.) HAND WHEEL (5S) FIGUrE C rEAr VISE JAW (22) FrONT VISE JAW (9)
  • Page 14 FIGUrE E THE pOSITION FOr AN ANGLE (90°) CUT. Setting up the Quick Vise for cutting a 12” workpiece: • Remove both fasteners from the Rear Vise Jaw (22). • Position (B) over the outer threaded hole on the Base (1). •...
  • Page 15 FIGUrE G WOrkpIECE (NOT INCLUDED) THUMB SCrEW (38) STOCk STOp BLOCk STOp rOD (41) (40) TO CONVErT THE BANDSAW FOr VErTICAL USE NOTE: Notching, slitting, and contour work is best done with the Bandsaw in its vertical position. Raise the Saw Head to its full vertical position, making sure it locks into position by turning the Cylinder’s (21) on/off valve to its “OFF”...
  • Page 16 Remove the two Screws (266-7), and remove the Deflector Plate (266-3). (See Figure I.) DEFLECTOR PLATE (266-3) SAW BLADE (251) SCREWS (266-7) FIGUrE I Guide the Saw Blade (21) through the slot in the Vertical Saw Table (-2), and secure it in position with the two Screws (2-7). (See Figure J.) VErTICAL SAW TABLE (55-2) SCREWS (266-7)
  • Page 17 To adjust the Saw Blade (21) speed, loosen the two Hex Nuts (304) and Hex Screws (307-2). Slide the Motor (300) forward to release tension on the Belt (20). (See Figure L.) BELT (208) FIGUrE L HEX NUT (304) (rEMAINING 3 HEX NUTS NOT SHOWN) MOTOr MOUNT pLATE (303) Remove the Belt (20) from its two Pulleys (20, 29).
  • Page 18 than the other, it will begin cutting crooked. A Saw Blade replacement will correct this problem, whereas Blade Guide Bearings adjustment will not. If a new Saw Blade (21) does not correct the problem, check the clearance between the Saw Blade and Blade Guide Bearings (2-10) to obtain proper clearance.
  • Page 19 With the Bandsaw running, turn the Adjusting Hex Head Screw (240) until the Saw Blade (21) is tracking properly, making sure Blade tension is maintained by turning the Adjustable Blade Knob (24) clockwise. (See Figure O.) Make sure to retighten the upper Hex Head Screw (243) when adjusment is complete.
  • Page 20 TO ADJUST THE BLADE GUIDE BrACkETS The Adjustable Blade Guide Knob (21) is adjusted by loosening the Knob and sliding the Adjustable Bracket (29S) up or down to accommodate the width of the workpiece. (See Figure Q.) The Adjustable Bracket (29S) should be set as close as possible to the workpiece, without interfering with the workpiece.
  • Page 21 FIGUrE r HOSE (78) COOLANT TANk (82) BASIC BANDSAW OpErATION - VErTICAL pOSITION WArNING! • Always wear ANSI-approved safety impact eye goggles when operating the Bandsaw. Never wear loose fitting clothin. • When operating the machine, keep the Bandsaw Blade enclosure closed. •...
  • Page 22 Turn the Coolant Pump Fitting (91S) to its “OpEN” position. Then turn the Coolant Pump Toggle Switch (70S2) to its “ON” position. (See Figure S.) Turn the Motor Toggle Switch (70S4) to its “ON” position. (See Figure S.) Set the workpiece on the Vertical Saw Table (-2), making sure to keep downward pressure on the workpiece throughout the cutting process.
  • Page 23 Never attempt to remove material stuck in the moving parts of the Bandsaw while it is plugged in and running. Turn off the Bandsaw if the workpiece is to be backed out of an uncompleted cut. Once the cut is made, turn the Motor Toggle Switch (70S4) to its “OFF” position.

  • Page 24: Turn The Coolant Pump Fitting (91S) To Its "Open" Position. Then Turn The

    Plug the Power Cable (00) into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. NOTE: If the Bandsaw has been re-wired to operate on a 240 volt system then plug the Power Cord into the nearest 240 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. Turn the Coolant Pump Fitting (91S) to its “OpEN”...

  • Page 25: Maintenance And Servicing

    IMpOrTANT: When in the horizontal cutting mode only, the Motor Toggle Switch (70S4) will automatically turn to its “OFF” position and shut off the Bandsaw’s Motor when the cut has been completed. (See Figure T.) Once the cut is made, and the motor is switched off, turn the Coolant Pump Toggle Switch (70S2) to its “OFF”...
  • Page 26 • Turn the Cylinder (21) to its “ON” position, and raise the Saw Head to its full vertical position. Then turn the Cylinder to its “OFF” position to lock the Saw Head in place. (See Figure U.) Open the Blade Back Cover (2S). (See Figure U.) •...
  • Page 27 • Remove the old oil from inside the Gear Box Assembly (201S) and replace the oil using 140 weight gear oil (not included). The new oil should just come to the edge of the Gear Box (202-1). Do not overfill. (See Figure V.) •...
  • Page 28 To clean the exterior parts of the Bandsaw, use only a clean cloth and mild detergent or mild solvent to clean the body of the Saw. Do not immerse any electrical part of the machine in liquid. CAUTION! All maintenance, service, and repairs not mentioned in this manual must only be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Guide

    TrOUBLESHOOTING Adjust the speed and/or feed for the material being cut. SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 29...

  • Page 30: Parts Lists

    pArTS LIST Description part Specifications Qty. SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 30...
  • Page 31 pArTS LIST - CONTINUED part Description Specification Qty. SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 31...
  • Page 32 pArTS LIST - CONTINUED part Description Specifications Qty. Leveler SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 32...
  • Page 33 pArTS LIST - CONTINUED part Description Specifications Qty. SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 33...
  • Page 34 pArTS LIST - CONTINUED Qty. part Description Specifications Blade Tensioner Knob 0.032” x 3/4” x 93” - 10T SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 34...
  • Page 35 pArTS LIST - CONTINUED Description part Specifications Qty. SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 3...
  • Page 36 pArTS LIST - CONTINUED Description Specifications Qty. part Belt Tension Limiter Bolt SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 3...
  • Page 37 pArTS LIST - CONTINUED Description Specifications Qty. part SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 37...

  • Page 38: Assembly Diagrams

    ASSEMBLY DIAGrAM SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 3...
  • Page 39 ASSEMBLY DIAGrAM - CONTINUED SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 39...
  • Page 40 ASSEMBLY DIAGrAM - CONTINUED SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 40...
  • Page 41 ASSEMBLY DIAGrAM - CONTINUED SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 41...
  • Page 42 ASSEMBLY DIAGrAM - CONTINUED SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 42...

  • Page 43: Electrical Schematics

    ELECTrICAL SCHEMATIC SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 43...
  • Page 44 ELECTrICAL SCHEMATIC - CONTINUED SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 44...
  • Page 45 ELECTrICAL SCHEMATIC - CONTINUED SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 4...

  • Page 46: Warranty Information

    LIMITED 90 DAY WArrANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.

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