This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JET JWBS-20 Woodworking Bandsaw. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and maintenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine.
1. Read and understand the entire instruction manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. 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 bandsaw, do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained.
The specifications in this manual are given as general information and are not binding. JET Equipment and Tools reserves the right to effect, at any time and without prior notice, changes or alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment deemed necessary for any reason whatsoever. JWBS-20...
9. Lock Washers Unpacking and Setup 1. Remove the crate and packing material from the saw except for the transport skid on the bottom. 2. Move the saw to its permanent working location. The site should be dry, well lit, and...
Tighten wing nut. 6. Adjust the opposite side bearing. 7. Check to make sure the adjustments have not changed and the bearing guides do not pinch the blade. The JWBS-20...
Remove the table insert (F, Fig. 5) and table pin (G, Fig. 5). 2. Slide saw blade through slot in table where the table pin was located. Rotate the table 90 degrees so that the miter slot is parallel to the blade, and to the right of the blade when facing the bandsaw.
Fence Assembly and Adjustment 1. Attach the fence (A, Fig. 10) to the fence body (B, Fig. 10) with four 5/16” x 3/4” hex cap bolts, four 5/16” lock washers, and four 5/16” flat washers. 2. Thread a hex nut (D, Fig. 11) onto the pad’s threaded stud (E, Fig.
Resaw Guide For resawing attach the post (A, Fig. 13) to fence with the lock knob (B, Fig. 13). There is a slotted hole in the fence that will accommodate the resaw kit. Position the post so that it is centered with the front edge of the blade.
WARNING Disconnect machine from the power source, unplug! Blade teeth are sharp! Use care when handling the saw blade. Failure to comply may cause serious injury! 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. Remove the table insert (A, Fig. 16), and table pin (B, Fig.
4. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the wing nut (E, Fig. 19) at the top rear of the saw. 5. Adjust tracking by turning the knob (C, Fig. 19) in 1/4 turn increments. Rotate the wheel forward, and observe the position of the blade on the wheel.
Brake Pedal Depress the brake pedal (A, Fig. 20) while the saw is running to stop the saw. Re-start the saw by pressing the on switch. Replacing Belt 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. Release blade tension by turning blade tension hand wheel clockwise.
Failure to comply may result in loss of property and/or serious injury! JWBS-20 is rated at 2 HP, 1Ph, 230V only. A plug needs to be purchased for the bandsaw that matches the outlet you intend to use (A, Fig.
Trouble Saw stops or will not start Does not make accurate 45 or 90 cuts Blade wanders during cut Saw makes unsatisfactory cuts Blade does not come up to speed Saw vibrates excessively Troubleshooting Possible Cause 1. Overload tripped 2. Saw unplugged 3.