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Rikon Power Tools 10-342 Operator's Manual

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10-342
18" 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
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  • Page 1 10-342 18” 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 .....................9 Assembly ......................10 - 12 Adjustments.......................12 - 20 Operation ....................21,22 Maintenance ......................22,23 Wiring Diagram ........................22 Notes ..........................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 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE WORKING ORDER. PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and 13.

  • Page 5: Extension Cords

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXTENSION CORDS ELECTRICAL SAFETY THIS TOOL REQUIRES THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD INSTALLATION OF A 220V PLUG (NOT INCLUDED), WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. FOR AND MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO BEST POWER AND SAFETY, PLUG THE MACHINE PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.
  • Page 6 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 10-342 BANDSAW SHOWN WITH OPTIONAL MOBILITY KIT BASE ATTACHED (13-345). OPTIONAL KIT’S TOW BAR ALSO NOT SHOWN. A. Tension Indicator Window M. 4” Dust Port B. Blade Tension Hand Wheel N. Table Tilt Wheel & Locking Handle C.

  • Page 8: Contents Of Package

    CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Model 10-342 18” 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 Rip Fence Assembly & Parts: A. Rip Fence B. Rip Fence Carrier Assembly C. Push Stick and Mounting Bolt and Nut D. Hanger Bolts for Tow Bar (accessory item) E. Re-saw Bar Assembly Parts for Assembly on Frame: F.

  • Page 10: 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 37. Example: (#1A) refers to Part #1 on Sheet A.
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLY RIP FENCE ASSEMBLY 1. Mount the fence Guide Rail (#12E) onto the front table edge with the two fence bar Nuts and Washers (#14E, 5E) Fig. 5. Position the bar so that it is parallel with the table surface, and equal distance out from the front edge of the table when measured at both left and right front edges of the table.

  • Page 12: Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY INSTALL THE TOOL HOLDER Assemble the Tool Holder (#68A) to the column rear with two Phillips Screws. Fig. 9, A. Handy storage for the Hex Wrenches (3, 4, 5, 6mm). INSTALL THE PUSH STICK HOLDER Assemble the Push Stick Hanger Bolt (#4A) to the column’s left side with a 5mm hex wrench.
  • Page 13 ADJUSTMENTS SETTING THE TABLE SQUARE TO THE SAW BLADE’S SIDE continued The angle indicator on the trunnion, under the table at the rear of the machine, can be adjusted by loosening the Phillips head screw and moving the pointer into position to accurately indicate the 90° FIGURE 13 SETTING THE TABLE SQUARE TO THE SAW BLADE’S BACK...
  • Page 14 ADJUSTMENTS TRACKING THE SAW BLADE continued 3. Once the blade runs centered, tighten the lock lever and close the doors. For tracking of the blade on the Lower Wheel (#9F), see page 26 for instructions. NOTE: the lower wheel has been pre-set at the factory and any changes made to this wheel should be after thorough reading and understanding of the instructions.
  • Page 15 ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE BLADE TENSION INDICATOR 1. With desired tension on the blade, loosen the top The Blade Tension Indicator Arrow should be checked adjusting Screw (#8A) with a and adjusted the first time the saw is set up and run, Phillips screwdriver.
  • Page 16 ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUIDES The 10-342 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 17 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, 1/16” loosen the Lock Handle (#47A, Fig. 26, A), located to the left of the Lower Guide Block (#44A, B), and move this block that holds the guides so that the guides are...
  • Page 18 4. OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. ADJUSTING THE RIP FENCE FOR DRIFT The 10-342 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 19 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. If a slight adjustment is necessary, the front rail will need to adjusted - moving it up or down to raise or lower the fence distance over the table.
  • Page 20 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 21: Operation

    OPERATION BASIC OPERATION - The blade cuts on a continuous down-stroke. Never start the saw with the workpiece in contact with the saw blade. - With both hands, firmly hold the workpiece down on the table, and feed it slowly towards the blade, putting only light pressure on it, and keeping your hands away from the blade.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    OPERATION ELECTRICAL OUTLET On the rear of the bandsaw column below the tool holder, a 110V electrical outlet has been added to the machine for your working convenience. This outlet can be used with work lights (with magnetic bases or clips) to illuminate the work table and blade, for radios, charging phones or tablets, etc.

  • Page 23: Notes

    MAINTENANCE THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. CHANGING THE MOTOR DRIVE BELT Refer to “Frame Assembly” parts diagram on page 28, and “Motor & Drive Wheel Assembly” page 37. 1.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 25 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.
  • 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 DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PART Frame 1-JMBS1801011000A-117U 1-JMBS1403014005 Spring Push stick 1-JL81100003-146S 1-JMBS1801052001 Guide block Hex nut M6 1-M6GB6170B 1-JMBS1801016001 Lower guide shaft Hex bolt 1-M6X30GB70D1B 1-JMBS1801010001 Guide frame Batter board 1-JL27010005 1-JMBS1403014006-001S Locking handle Tension indicator arrow 1-JL26010004-002A 1-JMBS1401014008...
  • Page 30 PARTS DIAGRAM TABLE ASSEMBLY SHEET B 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 31 PARTS LIST TABLE ASSEMBLY - SHEET B KEY NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. Hex socket cap screw M8x16 1-M8X16GB70D1Z Flat washer M8 1-WSH8GB97D1Z Extension table 1-JMBS1801030002-076U Set screw M6x8 1-M6X8GB77B Table support pin assembly 1-JMBS1404030002 Big washer 1-WSH4GB96Z Cross recess pan head screw M4x10 1-M4X10GB818Z Nut M8 1-M8GB6170B...
  • Page 32 PARTS DIAGRAM GUIDE POST 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 GUIDE POST ASSEMBLY - SHEET C KEY NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. Lock handle 1-JL26040015-001S Hex bolt M8x20 1-M8X20GB70D2B Big washer 1-WSH8GB96B Guide bracket 1-JL26040008 Set screw M6x12 1-M6X12GB77B Gear 1-1501006 Fixed bolt 1-JL26040006 Fixed plate 1-JL26040007 Guide bracket cover 1-BS5001050001 Hex bolt 1-M8X16GB70D1B...
  • Page 34 PARTS DIAGRAM BLADE TENSION & TRACKING SHEET D 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 35 PARTS LIST BLADE TENSION & TRACKING SHEET D KEY NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. Hex socket cap screw M6x30 1-M6X30GB70D1Z Hex nut M6 1-M6GB6170Z Hex socket cap screw M8x10 1-M8X10GB70Z Washer 1-WSH8GB5287Z Supporting roller 1-JL26030001A Blade tension bracket assembly 1-JL26031000B Sliding Rail 1-JL26030013 Roll pin...
  • Page 36 PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST RIP FENCE ASSEMBLY - SHEET E 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. DESCRIPT PART NO. Adjust handle 1-JMBS1403060009-001S DESCR PART NO.
  • Page 37 PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST MOTOR & DRIVE WHEEL ASSEMBLY SHEET F KEY NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. Upper bandwheel 1-JMBS1801021001-076Z Tire 1-JXBS1804021002 Circlip ring 1-CLP47GB893D1B Spacer bushing 1-JL26030008 NOTE: Please reference the Bearing 1-BRG6204-2RSGB276 Manufacturer’s Part Number Washer 1-JXPS1202070005 when calling for Hex screw M8x16 1-M8X16GB70D1Z...

  • Page 38: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES 13-345 MOBILITY KIT C10-391 TABLE INSERTS - PK 4 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 levellers. assembly, front support, tow bar, hardware and instructions.

  • Page 39: Warranty

    WARRANTY...
  • Page 40 10-342 For more information: 16 Progress Road Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com 10-342M1...

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