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SIP 18” Metal Cutting Bandsaw Instruction Manual

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Please dispose of packaging for the product in a responsible
18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw
manner. It is suitable for recycling. Help to protect the
environment, take the packaging to the local amenity tip and
place into the appropriate recycling bin.
Never dispose of electrical equipment or batteries in with your
domestic waste. If your supplier offers a disposal facility please
use it or alternatively use a recognised re-cycling agent. This
will allow the recycling of raw materials and help protect the
environment.
FOR HELP OR ADVICE ON THIS PRODUCT PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBU-
TOR, OR SIP DIRECTLY ON:
TEL: 01509500400
01597
EMAIL: sales@sip-group.com or technical@sip-group.com
www.sip-group.com
Please read and fully understand the instructions in this manual
before operation. Keep this manual safe for future reference.
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  • Page 1 This will allow the recycling of raw materials and help protect the environment. FOR HELP OR ADVICE ON THIS PRODUCT PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBU- TOR, OR SIP DIRECTLY ON: TEL: 01509500400 01597 EMAIL: sales@sip-group.com or technical@sip-group.com www.sip-group.com...
  • Page 2 Machinery Directive 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EC EMC Directive 2002/95/EC RoHS Directive And the relevant harmonised standard(s), including EN 55014-1:2006+A1+A2 EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1+A2 EN 61000-3-3:2008 EN 55014-2:1997+A1+A2 Signed: …………………………………... Mr P. Ippaso - Managing Director - SIP (Industrial Products) Ltd Date: 27/08/2013.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    NOTES CONTENTS Page No. Description Safety Symbols Used Throughout This Manual Safety Instructions Electrical Connection Guarantee Technical Specifications Contents & Accessories Getting to Know Your Bandsaw Assembly Instructions Operating Instructions Maintenance Instructions Troubleshooting Exploded Diagram - Left Side Of The Bow Exploded Drawing - Right Side Of The Bow Exploded Drawing - Base Parts List...

  • Page 4: Safety Symbols Used Throughout This Manual

    SAFETY SYMBOLS USED THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL PARTS LIST….cont Ref. No. Description SIP Part No. Ref. No. Description SIP Part No. Danger / Caution: Indicates risk of personal injury and/or the possibility of 213. Hose WK04-00314 Contactor CN6 WK04-00150 damage. 214.
  • Page 5 PARTS LIST….cont SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS….cont supply. Ref. No. Description SIP Part No. Ref. No. Description SIP Part No. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT: Cluttered work areas and dark areas invite ac- 159. Washer M10 WK04-00046 187. Bolt M6x12 WK04-00038 cidents.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS….cont PARTS LIST….cont nance. Ref. No. Description SIP Part No. Ref. No. Description SIP Part No. Keep hands and all other body parts away from the blade. 112. Seal WK04-00244 139.1. Connecting plate WK04-00263 Failure to follow the warnings in this manual, may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
  • Page 7 PARTS LIST….cont SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS….cont and safest performance. Ref. No. Description SIP Part No. Ref. No. Description SIP Part No. ALWAYS wear approved eye and ear protection when operating the machine. Press plate WK04-00199 Right wheel cover WK04-00220 If any dust is produced, wear an approved face or dust mask.

  • Page 8: Electrical Connection

    WK04-00189 Connecting to the power supply: Bolt M12x20 WK04-00167 Scale WK04-00190 This SIP bandsaw requires 400v 50hz supply. Before each use, inspect the mains lead Pressure spring WK04-00168 44.1. Rivet 2x5 WK04-00191 and plug (where applicable) to ensure that neither are damaged. If any damage is visible have the bandsaw inspected / repaired by a suitably qualified person.

  • Page 9: Guarantee

    GUARANTEE This SIP bandsaw is covered by a 12 month parts and labour warranty covering failure due to manufacturers defects. This does not cover failure due to misuse or operating the bandsaw outside the scope of this manual - any claims deemed to be outside the scope of the warranty may be subject to charges Including, but not limited to parts, labour and carriage costs.

  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS EXPLODED DRAWING….cont RIGHT SIDE OF THE BOW Name 18” Metal Cutting Bandsaw Part number 01597 Input voltage 400v Circular 45˚ 150mm Circular 90˚ 254mm Rectangle 45˚ 150 x 190mm Rectangle 90˚ 127 x 457mm Blade speed 29, 50, 73 & 95 mtr/min Blade size 3280 x 0.9 x 27mm Motor power...
  • Page 11 EXPLODED DRAWING GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BANDSAW LEFT SIDE OF THE BOW...

  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your Bandsaw

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BANDSAW….cont TROUBLESHOOTING Ref. No. Description Ref. No Description Symptom Possible cause Solution Coolant Pump Switch Coolant Pump 1. Blade guides are worn. 1. Replace blade guides. Emergency Stop Button Coolant Tank 2. Blade guides not properly adjusted. 2.

  • Page 13: Assembly Instructions

    MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS….cont ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING GEARBOX OIL CHANGE Remove the bandsaw from the packaging, check the bandsaw for any signs of Note: The gearbox oil should be replaced after the first 50 hours of running and damage or missing items prior to assembly. then every 5 months after that, failing to do this will reduce the life of the gear- box, and void your warranty.

  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS….cont SETTING THE BLADE SPEED Now adjust the left hand guide arm in the following way. Prior to changing the blade speed make sure the mains is disconnected, Loosen and Ensure both cap head bolts (Fig.13, D) are tight remove the belt guard bolt and lift up the cover, this will allow access to the belt so it before any adjustment is made.
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS….cont OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont Note: The outer bearing shaft is eccentric and is the one to adjust, the inner bearing shaft is fixed and can not be adjusted. Speed Speed Material Material M/Min (FPM) M/Min (FPM) Remove the carbide guide by taking out the Carbon Steel 60 - 108 (196 - 354) Tool Steel...
  • Page 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS….cont ADJUSTING THE VICE TENSIONING THE BLADE Loosen both lever locks (Fig. 4). Caution: DO NOT over tension the blade as this will warp and stretch the Slide the fixed vice jaw to the left and move it to your desired angle. blade, if the blade warps or stretches then it must be replaced.

  • Page 17: Maintenance Instructions

    MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont CHANGING THE BLADE FILLING THE COOLANT TANK Caution: Before carrying out any maintenance always disconnect the Note: We recommend the use of water soluble coolant, this will prolong bandsaw from the mains supply. the blade life and make the cut more efficient. Caution: We strongly advise wearing gloves for protection when changing blades, blades are sharp and dangerous and can cause personal injury.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont Caution: Do not turn the machine on until the material is secured and the blade has been lowered just above the material. To bring the blade in to contact with the material to be cut, turn the feed control knob, if the blade jams immediately turn the bandsaw off and refer to the trouble- shooting guide.

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