Maintenance - laguna MBAND14BX110-175 Manual

Maintenance.

All tools and machines require regular maintenance, and the bandsaw is no exception. This
section details the general maintenance and care of your bandsaw. In general, we
recommend that you only use a Teflon-based lubricant on the bandsaw. While regular oil
attracts dust and dirt, Teflon tends to dry and has fewer
tendencies to accumulate dirt and sawdust on your machine.
Cleanliness and tire maintenance.
One of the major concerns in regards to the maintenance of the
bandsaw is how clean the tires are. As the saw cuts, some
sawdust lands on the tire of the lower wheel. As the wheel
rotates, the sawdust becomes compressed on the tire. This is
especially true for woods such as pine. The compressed sawdust
could have a negative effect, such as vibration, short blade life
and drifting of the blade. A brush contacts the lower wheel and
helps to prevent buildup. You should inspect the tires regularly to
check that buildup is not happening, especially the lower wheel.
The tires are made of rubber and wear just like car tires. They
Tire brush
wear in the middle, which causes a concavity in the tire. The
deformation makes it hard to track the blades, and for this reason it is important to maintain
the original shape of the tire. The best way to clean the tire surface and maintain the original
shape is to sand it with sandpaper. The old tire surface often hardens and glazes over and
should be redressed occasionally. This can be done by sanding the wheel with 100-grit
sandpaper. This will take off a little of the rubber and expose new rubber, which is desirable.
Rotate the wheels by hand with the blade removed.
Guides.
The ceramic side and back guides should be inspected regularly for cracks and chips. If they
are damaged, they should be replaced as they could damage your blades and bad guides
will detract from the performance of the bandsaw. The guides should be cleaned regularly
and any wood gum or dirt removed. Any commercially available solvent can be used, and
after cleaning they should be lubricated with Teflon-based lubricant.
Drive Belt.
The drive belt should last for many years (depending on the usage) but needs to be inspected
regularly for cracks, cuts and general wear. If damage is found, replace the belt.
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