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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
5 x 6-inch Horizontal Band Saw
Model HBS-56S
For use with machines with Serial Numbers 06080307 and higher
WMH TOOL GROUP
2420 Vantage Drive
Elgin, Illinois 60124
Part No. M-414457A
Ph.: 800-274-6848
Revision B 9/06
www.wmhtoolgroup.com
Copyright © WMH Tool Group
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- Page 1 Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 5 x 6-inch Horizontal Band Saw Model HBS-56S For use with machines with Serial Numbers 06080307 and higher WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60124 Part No. M-414457A Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision B 9/06 www.wmhtoolgroup.com...
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Page 2: Warranty And Service
Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group, Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these WMH Tool Group Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET®... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Switch Lock-Out ... 17 Vertical Bow Position... 18 Operation... 18 Maintenance... 19 Troubleshooting ... 20 Parts ... 20 Replacement Parts ... 20 Parts List: HBS-56S Band Saw ... 21 Bow Assembly ... 24 Base and Cabinet Assembly ... 27 Electrical Connections... 28... -
Page 4: Warning
4. This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a band saw, do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained. -
Page 5: Save These Instructions
blahblahblah 20. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 22. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts. -
Page 6: Introduction
This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model HBS-56S Horizontal Band Saw. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual. -
Page 7: Shipping Contents
Open carton and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the band saw is assembled and running properly. Contents of the Carton 01 Band Saw (not shown) -
Page 8: Assembly Of Stand
9. Install the door lock knob. Installation of the chip pan (R) is described in Mounting Band Saw to Stand on the following page. Figure 1 ) and four 5/16"... -
Page 9: Assembly Of Band Saw
(F) must be towards the left. 2. Using an assistant, place the band saw (C) onto the stand on top of the chip pan (D). 3. Align the holes at the four corners of the saw and chip pan with the holes in the stand. -
Page 10: Stock Stop
(C, Figure 5) when the stock stop is positioned as desired. The stock stop will mount into the hole at the front or the back of the band saw, depending upon the angle of cut being made (explained more fully under “Miter Cuts”). - Page 11 This band saw is pre-wired for 115 volt and is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor grounding plug similar to that shown in Figure 6. The plug must be inserted into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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Page 12: Extension Cords
230 volt plug is installed. 4. Close the switch box 5. The band saw with a 230 volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration (Figure 8). No adapter is available or should be used with the 230 volt plug. -
Page 13: Setting 45° Stop
The downfeed rate of the blade is important to band saw performance. Excessive pressure of blade against the workpiece may break the blade or stall the saw. In contrast, insufficient pressure rapidly dulls the blade. Turn the valve lever (F, Figure 11) parallel to the hydraulic cylinder (K, Figure 11) to lower the bow. -
Page 14: Miter Cuts
60°, use the vise in the front set of holes. See Figure 13. To change the vise to the 60° position: 1. Disconnect band saw from power source. 2. Raise the bow out of the way. Make sure the hydraulic cylinder is closed (valve lever perpendicular to cylinder) so the bow remains stationary. -
Page 15: Blade Tension
Clockwise tightens the blade, counterclockwise loosens it. Blade Tracking Tracking the blade requires that the band saw be operating while the back blade cover is removed. Use extreme caution and keep hands away from blade. The blade provided with your band saw has already been tracked at the factory and requires no adjustment. -
Page 16: Belt Tension
Belt Tension 1. Disconnect band saw from power source. 2. Open the pulley cover. 3. Loosen the knob (see A, Figure 3), and push down on the motor to tighten the belt. 4. Tighten the knob (A, Figure 3). 5. Check the tension by using moderate finger... -
Page 17: Blade Replacement
NOTE: The bow must be raised in order to re- start the band saw. Switch Lock-Out The switch has a removable piece (C, Figure 21). When this is removed, the band saw cannot be activated. To start the band saw, first snap this piece back into place. Figure 19... -
Page 18: Vertical Bow Position
Vertical Bow Position 1. The band saw can be placed in vertical position facilitate blade maintenance, etc. Unscrew the knob (Figure 22) and slide it out to disengage the hydraulic cylinder. 2. Raise the bow all the way. 3. The stop screw (Figure 23) has been pre- set at the factory. -
Page 19: Maintenance
allow the bow to descend in a gradual and controlled manner. 6. The machine will shut off at the completion of the cut. Remove the workpiece. 7. Close the hydraulic cylinder valve, and raise the bow in preparation for the next cut. Maintenance Before doing maintenance on the machine, disconnect it from the electrical... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Blown electrical panel fuses. Motor will not start. Defective motor, switch, power cable, or plug. Stand on uneven surface. Band Saw vibrates Saw blade has cracks. excessively. Too heavy a cut. Miter cuts not Setting of the miter stops is not accurate. -
Page 21: Parts List: Hbs-56S Band Saw
Parts List: HBS-56S Band Saw Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ...TS-0051031 ...Hex Cap Bolt ... 5/16”x3/4”... 4 2 ...TS-0561011 ...Hex Nut ... 1/4”... 1 3 ...TS-0680021 ...Flat Washer... 1/4”... 4 8 ...TS-0680031 ...Flat Washer... 5/16”... 11 11 ...TS-0051051 ...Hex Cap Bolt ... 5/16”x1”... 4 12 ...TS-0561021 ...Hex Nut ... - Page 22 Index No. Part No. 89 ...OS-15375...Oil Seal..2 90 ...HVBS462-090 ...Transmission Wheel Shaft ..1 91 ...HVBS462-091 ...Worm Gear..1 92 ...HVBS462-092 ...Gear Box Gasket ..1 93 ...HVBS462-093 ...Gear Box Cover ..1 94 ...HVBS462-094 ...Worm Gear (w/Shaft) ..1 95 ...HVBS462-095 ...Spring Pin...
- Page 23 Parts List: HBS-56S Band Saw Index No. Part No. Description Size 313 ...TS-0208071 ...Hex Socket Head Screw ... 5/16"x1-1/4" ... 2 314 ...TS-0267041 ...Set Screw... 1/4"x3/8"... 2 315 ...HBS56S-315 ...Positioning Ring ..1 316 ...TS-0561051 ...Hex Nut ... 1/2”... 1 318 ...TS-0070071 ...Hex Cap Bolt ...
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Page 24: Bow Assembly
Parts List Index No. Part No. Description Size 393 ...HBS56S-393 ...Wire Ring ..1 394 ...TS-081C032...Cross Round Head Screw ... 10-24x1/2”... 1 395 ...TS-0560071 ...Hex Nut ... 10-24... 1 NS-1 ...HVBS463-085-01...Capacitor Cover (not shown) ..1 NS-2 ...HVBS462-085-02...Capacitor (not shown)..1 Bow Assembly... - Page 25 Bow Assembly (Page 2 of 3) 97-1(2)
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Page 27: Base And Cabinet Assembly
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Page 28: Electrical Connections
Electrical Connections WMH Tool Group 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60124 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com...