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10-326
14" Deluxe Bandsaw
4001824
Operator's Manual
Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference.
Serial Number: _________________________
Date of purchase: _________________________
For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167
www.rikontools.com
10-326M4

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  • Page 1 10-326 14” Deluxe Bandsaw 4001824 Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167 www.rikontools.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications........................2 Safety Instructions ......................3 - 6 Getting To Know Your Machine ....................7 Contents of Package .....................8 - 9 Installation ........................8 Assembly ........................10 - 13 Adjustments.......................13 - 22 Operation ........................22 Maintenance ........................23 Electricals & Wiring Diagram ..................5 & 23 Troubleshooting ......................24 - 27 Parts Diagrams &...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT WORKING ORDER. INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust 13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and the power switch is in the “OFF”...

  • Page 5: Electricals & Wiring Diagram

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL SAFETY EXTENSION CORDS THIS TOOL IS PRE-WIRED FOR 115V THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. For CIRCUITS, AND MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK. best power and safety, plug the machine directly into a dedicated, grounded electrical outlet that is within the IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN,...

  • Page 6: Save These Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BAND SAWS This machine is intended for the cutting of natural, solid woods, composite materials, plastics and non-ferrus metals. The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed (see Technical Specification). Any other use not as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer, can cause unforeseen damage and invalidate the warranty.

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Machine

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE 10-326 BANDSAW SHOWN WITH OPTIONAL MOBILITY KIT BASE ATTACHED (13-325). OPTIONAL TOW BAR NOT SHOWN. A. Base Cabinet Drive Belt Tension Hand Wheel B. Lower Door Mobility Kit (Optional Accessory) C. ON / OFF Switch 4”...

  • Page 8: Contents Of Package

    CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Model 10-326 14” Deluxe Bandsaw is shipped complete in one box. Unpacking, Checking Contents & Clean-up 1. Carefully remove all contents from the shipping carton. Compare the contents with the list of contents to make sure that all of the items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material. Place parts on a protected surface for easy identification and assembly.

  • Page 9: Installation

    CONTENTS OF PACKAGE TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS continued Table Assembly: A. Table with Leveling Pin and Lanyard B. Rip Fence Front Rail and Hardware C. Table Mounting Bolts and Washers Rip Fence Assembly & Parts: D. Rip Fence E. Resaw Bar Assembly F.
  • Page 10 STAND ASSEMBLY LINK TO 10-326 ASSEMBLY VIDEO ITEM # DESCRIPTION ITEM # DESCRIPTION Screw M6x16 Hex socket cap screw M6x20 1 Bushing Handle Self-locking nut M6 Right side panel Door assembly Shelf Hex socket screw M6x50 Beam Left side panel...

  • Page 11: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE. NOTE: Parts referenced throughout the manual refer to the different sheets and key numbers of the Parts Diagrams and Parts Lists on pages 28 to 39. Example: (#1A) refers to Part #1 on Sheet A.
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLY THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE. RIP FENCE ASSEMBLY 1. Mount the fence Guide Rail (#12F) onto the front table edge with the two fence bar Nuts and Washers (#14F, 5F) Fig.

  • Page 13: Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY INSTALL THE PUSH STICK HOLDER 1. Assemble the Push Stick Hanger Bolt (#6A) to the column’s left side with a 5mm hex wrench. Handy storage for the push stick when not in use. FIG. 9. INSTALL THE GUIDE POST CAP 1.
  • Page 14 ADJUSTMENTS SETTING THE TABLE SQUARE TO THE SAW THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE BLADE’S BACK PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. While pre-set before shipping, if needed, the table may also be re-set at 90°...
  • Page 15 ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE BLADE TENSION Always tension the blade with the Quick Release Lever (#17D) in the “ON” position. Failure to do so could result in lack of blade tension or tension failure. Figure 16. NOTE: Release / turn ‘OFF’ the Tension Lever only to change the blade, or to prolong the life of the blade when the saw is not in use for extended periods.
  • Page 16 ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE BLADE TENSION STOP If you can not set full tension on a new blade, the blade is most likely welded a bit longer than the standard 111” length, and so just beyond the pre-set tensioning range of the saw. To fix this, behind the top bandsaw wheel is the threaded Blade Tension Rod (#2C).

  • Page 17: Lower Guides

    ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUIDES The 10-326 Bandsaw features quick-adjusting, spring loaded, ball bearing blade guides for fast and easy setting to the blades. With the bandsaw blade properly centered on the drive wheels, the guide bearings can then be set. To adjust the blade guides: Upper Guides: 1.
  • Page 18 ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUIDES - continued Lower Guides - continued: 2. The guides should be approximately 1/16” behind the gullets of the saw blade. If they need to be moved, loosen the Lever Handle (#60A, Fig. 26, A), located to the left of the Lower Guide Block (#43A, B), and move this block that holds the guides so that the guides are properly positioned behind the blade gullets.
  • Page 19 4. OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. ADJUSTING THE RIP FENCE FOR DRIFT The 10-326 Bandsaw features an innovative fence system that will easily adjust to eliminate ‘drift’, and bring the fence back to being parallel to the blade.
  • Page 20 ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE FENCE TO THE TABLE Check that the fence is lying flat or parallel to the table surface. The gap between the table and the bottom of the fence should be equal along the whole length of the fence. The rear, bottom of the fence includes a Nylon Plate (#23F) that helps in sliding the fence over the table.
  • Page 21 ADJUSTMENTS side of the carrier. Then rotate the fence 180° end-to- end and slide it back onto the carrier. Fig. 37 & 38. 4. Once in place, retighten the side handle to secure the fence in position on the carrier. Fig. 38. 5.

  • Page 22: Operation

    ADJUSTMENTS ON/OFF SWITCH FIGURE 42 To operate the saw, Press the top, round ‘ON’ button in to its full depth to turn the saw on. There should be a ‘click’ to indicate the ‘ON’ contact is made. Once work is finished, hit the bottom red safety paddle switch to turn the saw ‘OFF’.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE CLEANING OR CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE WORK, DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE (WALL SOCKET). NEVER USE WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS TO CLEAN THE MACHINE. USE A BENCH BRUSH. DO NOT USE COMPRESSED AIR NEAR BEARINGS. REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF THE MACHINE WILL PREVENT UNNECESSARY PROBLEMS. 1.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE MACHINE BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY TROUBLESHOOTING. TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY The machine does not 1. No power supply. Check the cable for breakage. work when switched on. 2. Defective switch. Contact your local dealer for repair parts.
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. LOWER WHEEL SHAFT CHANGING THE MOTOR DRIVE BELT Before changing the belt, make sure that the bandsaw is unplugged from the power source.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING LOWER WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS The following instructions will correct common blade issues related to the lower wheel’s alignment in relation to the upper wheel. These adjustments will correct the blade position on the lower wheel and blade oscillation (wobble). These are critical adjustments which affect the performance and accuracy of the bandsaw.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If a blade is tracking on the rear of the lower wheel, away from the door, follow these steps: De-tension the saw blade. Loosen 9 o’clock shaft bolt to take pressure off the shaft. Loosen 6 o’clock shaft bolt one half rotation. Tighten the 12 o’clock shaft bolt until the shaft touches the 6 o’clock adjusting bolt.

  • Page 28: Parts Diagrams & Parts Lists

    PARTS DIAGRAM...
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST FRAME ASSEMBLY - SHEET A...

  • Page 30: Table Assembly

    PARTS DIAGRAM TABLE ASSEMBLY SHEET B...
  • Page 31 PARTS LIST TABLE ASSEMBLY SHEET B KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Set screw 1-M6X4GB77B Table insert 1-JL26050008A-001S Table 1-JMBS1401030001-001L Table alignment pin & lanyard 1-JMBS1404030002 Washer 1-WSH4GB96Z Pan head screw M4x10 1-M4X10GB818Z Hex nut 1-M8GB6170Z Hex bolt M8x45 1-M8X45GB5783Z Table trunnion 1-JMBS1403030002 Washer 1-WSH8GB96B...
  • Page 32 PARTS DIAGRAM BLADE GUARD & TOP GUIDE ASSEMBLY SHEET C NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the Serial Number of your machine is required.
  • Page 33 PARTS LIST BLADE GUARD & TOP GUIDE ASSEMBLY - SHEET C DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. Locking handle 1-JL82240011-001S Hex bolt M6x16 1-M6X16GB5783B Washer 1-WSH6GB96B Guide bracket 1-JL27040006 Set screw 1-M6X12GB77B Gear 1-1501006 Fixed bolt 1-JL26040006 Fixed plate 1-JL26040007 Guide bracket cover 1-JL27040002A Hex socket screw M6x16 1-M6X16GB70Z...
  • Page 34 PARTS DIAGRAM BLADE TENSION & TRACKING ASSEMBLY SHEET D...
  • Page 35 PARTS LIST BLADE TENSION & TRACKING ASSEMBLY - SHEET D DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. Blade tension handwheel 1-JL21025000A001S Blade tension rod 1-JL28032000A Special hex nut 1-JL28030003 Washer 1-WSH12GB97D1Z Hex socket screw M6x12 1-M6X12GB70D1Z Washer 1-WSH6GB5287Z Upper shaft 1-JL28030008 Slide bracket 1-JL28031000 Tube 1-JL28030001...
  • Page 36 PARTS DIAGRAM...
  • Page 37 PARTS LIST...
  • Page 38 PARTS DIAGRAM FENCE ASSEMBLY SHEET F DESCRIPTION PART NO. Adjusting handle 1-JMBS1403060009-001S DESCRIPTION PART NO. Locking knob 1-JMBS1403060010-001S Cap screw M8X10 1-M8X10GB80B Re-saw bar 1-JMBS1403061001 1-JMBS1403060004 Flat washer 1-WSH10GB97D1Z Screw 1-JL26061003 Nut M10 Bolt 1-JMBS1403061002 1-M10GB889Z Handle Rip fence 1-JMBS1403060002 1-JMBS1403060003-001S Big washer Tube...
  • Page 39 PARTS LIST CABINET ASSEMBLY SHEET G DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. QTY. Screw M6X16 1-M6X16GB70Z Bushing 1-JL20010001A Self-locking nut M6 1-M6GB889Z Door assembly 1-JL28051000-076U Countersunk hex socket screw M6X50 1-M6X50GB70D3Z Left side panel 1-JL28050002A-076U Big washer 1-WSH8GB96Z Back side panel 1-JL28050001A-076U Hex socket cap screw M6X20 1-M6X20GB70D1Z...

  • Page 40: How To Guide For All Band Saw Blades

    OPERATION...

  • Page 41: Warranty

    WARRANTY...

  • Page 42: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES NOTES C10-391 TABLE INSERTS - PK 4 13-325 MOBILITY KIT Conversion Kit installs onto the bandsaw Replacement plastic inserts with rear base to make it easy to move around the shop. Includes rear wheel threaded holes for hex screw level- assembly, front support, tow bar, hardware and instructions.

  • Page 43: Notes

    NOTES Use this section to record maintenance, service and any calls to Technical Support:...
  • Page 44 10-326 For more information: 16 Progress Road Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com 10-326M4...

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