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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
200mm 250W 230V
Two Wheel Bandsaw
Stock No.13773
Part No.BS200A
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO ENSURE THE SAFE AND
EFFECTIVE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
GENERAL INFORMATION
These instructions accompanying the product are the original instructions. This document is part of the product, keep it
for the life of the product passing it on to any subsequent holder of the product. Read all these instructions before
assembling, operating or maintaining this product.
This manual has been compiled by Draper Tools describing the purpose for which the product has been designed, and
contains all the necessary information to ensure its correct and safe use. By following all the general safety instructions
contained in this manual, it will ensure both product and operator safety, together with longer life of the product itself.
AlI photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate the operation of the product.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this manual, the Draper Tools
policy of continuous improvement determines the right to make modifications without prior warning.
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Page 1: General Information
AlI photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate the operation of the product. -
Page 2: Title Page
Commercial copying, redistribution, hiring or lending is prohibited. No part of this publication may be stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any other form or means without written permission from Draper Tools Limited. In all cases this copyright notice must remain intact. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 2.1 CONTENTS Page content Page TITLE PAGE INTRODUCTION ....................2 REVISION HISTORY................... 2 UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL ..............2 COPYRIGHT NOTICE ..................2 CONTENTS CONTENTS ......................3 GUARANTEE GUARANTEE ..................... 4 INTRODUCTION SCOPE ....................... 5 SPECIFICATION ....................5 HANDLING & STORAGE ................... 5 HEALTH &... -
Page 4: Guarantee
This guarantee applies in lieu of any other guarantee expressed or implied and variations of its terms are not authorised. Your Draper guarantee is not effective unless you can produce upon request a dated receipt or invoice to verify your proof of purchase within the 12 month period. -
Page 5: Introduction
The work piece is manual fed on to the saw band. Any other application is considered mis-use. 4.2 SPECIFICATION Stock no ........................... 13773 Part no ........................... BS200A Motor: Rated voltage ...................... 230V~ Rated frequency ....................50Hz Rated input ...................... -
Page 6: Health & Safety Information
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION 5.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOL USE When using any type of power tool there are steps that should be taken to make sure that you, as the user, remain safe. Common sense and a respect for the tool will help reduce the risk of injury. Read the instruction manual fully. - Page 7 HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION Wear personal protective equipment (PPE). Dust, noise, vibration and swarf can all be dangerous if not suitably protected against. If the work involving the power tool creates dust or fumes; wear a dust mask. Vibration to the hand, caused by operating some tools for longer periods must be protected against.
- Page 8 HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION Have this tool repaired by a qualified person. This tool is designed to confirm to the relevant international and local standards and as such should be maintained and repaired by someone qualified; using only original parts supplied by the manufacturer: This will ensure the tool remains safe to use.
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Page 9: Connection To The Power Supply
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION Repair or servicing required on this product should be carried out by a qualified service agent. When servicing use only identical replacement parts. When straight cutting against the fence use a push stick; During transportation the saw band guard should be fully down and close to the table; When bevel-cutting with the table inclined, place the guide on the lower half of the table;... -
Page 10: Technical Description
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 6.1 IDENTIFICATION No-volt on/off switch. Blade tracking knob. Table. Blade. Mitre guide. Dust outlet port. Rip fence. Blade guide height adjuster. Upper wheel. Blade brush. Blade tension knob. Upper blade guard and back bearings. Upper blade guard. Lower blade guard and back Lower wheel. -
Page 11: Main Component Descriptions
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 6.2 MAIN COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS The EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON; when pushed it will stop all power to the motor. After operating the button it is necessary to release it again to restore the power. -
Page 12: Unpacking & Checking
Lay the contents out and check them against the parts shown below. If any part is damaged or missing; please contact the Draper Helpline (the telephone number appears on the Title page) and do not attempt to use the lathe. -
Page 13: Preparing The Bandsaw
PREPARING THE BANDSAW 8.1 ASSEMBLING THE WORK TABLE - FIGS. 1 - 2 To slide the table past the blade, the screw FIG.1 and wing nut must first be removed. Position the slot in the tilt scale over the arc the back of the saw housing. -
Page 14: Setting The Bandsaw
SETTING THE BANDSAW WARNING: before making any checks, adjustments FIG.3 or repairs, ensure the power supply is switched off and the plug has been removed from the socket. 9.1 SETTING THE TABLE SQUARE - FIG. 3 Using a small engineers square resting against the edge of the blade and the table, check to see if the blade is square to the table. -
Page 15: Adjusting The Blade Guides And Back Up Bearing
SETTING THE BANDSAW 9.4 ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUIDES AND FIG.6 BACK UP BEARING - FIGS. 6 - 8 Note: The upper and lower blade guides and back up bearings support the bandsaw blade during cutting operations. The guides and bearings should be checked and adjusted whenever a different blade is fitted. -
Page 16: No-Volt On/Off Switch
9.6 DUST EXTRACTION OUTLET - FIG. 10 FIG.10 Draper Tools recommends the Bandsaw is connected to a vacuum (Draper Tools Stock No.48499) during operations, to provide fast efficient removal of sawdust from your machine. 9.7 BLADE TRACKING - FIGS. 11 - 12 FIG.11... -
Page 17: Blade Replacement & Tension
SETTING THE BANDSAW FIG.12 9.8 BLADE REPLACEMENT & FIG.13 TENSION - FIGS. 13 - 14 WARNING: Turn the saw off and disconnect from the power supply before making any adjustments to the blade. Open the front housing. Loosen the tension knob to release the strain on the blade. -
Page 18: Rip Fence
SETTING THE BANDSAW 9.9 RIP FENCE - FIG.15 FIG.15 The rip fence can be used as a guide for cutting straight lines or repeated cuts of a similar width. To lock the rip fence in place press down on lever 9.10 MITRE GUIDE - FIG.16 FIG.16 The mitre guide can be used to aid cuts, and... -
Page 19: Tips On Using Your Bandsaw
10. TIPS ON USING YOUR BANDSAW For all cutting operations the upper blade guard should be adjusted to just clear the work being cut (3mm). Not only does this provide the best operator safety, but it also brings the blade guides closer to the work giving more accurate results and easier control. Use both hands to feed the workpiece to the blade. -
Page 20: Optional Accessories
11. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available from your local Draper Stockist: 11.1 BANDSAW BLADES: Stock No. Part No. Length Width 14253 BB1400 1400mm ⁄ " 14254 BB1400 1400mm ⁄ " 14255 BB1400 1400mm ⁄ " 14259 BB1400 1400mm ⁄... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
12. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: For your own safety, turn the switch off and remove the plug from the power supply socket. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION • Breaking blades. • Wrong tension. • Adjust blade tension. • Over working blade. • Reduce feed rate. •... -
Page 22: Maintenance
13. MAINTENANCE 13.1 SLIDE ADJUSTMENT – FIG. 12 WARNING For your own safety turn switch off and remove plug from power supply before attempting any adjustment or repairs. CHANGING TYRES Eventually the rubber tyres on the bandsaw wheels will wear due to the constant contact of the sharp teeth of the blade. -
Page 23: Explanation Of Symbols
14. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS 14.1 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS Warning! Ejection hazards. Wear safety goggles WEEE Do not dispose of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment in with domestic rubbish... -
Page 24: Disposal
15. DISPOSAL 15.1 DISPOSAL - At the end of the machine’s working life, or when it can no longer be repaired, ensure that it is disposed of according to national regulations. - Contact your local authority for details of collection schemes in your area. In all circumstances: •... -
Page 25: Glossary
16. GLOSSARY 16.1 GLOSSARY Alphabetical list of words relating to this manual KERF The material which is removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut. LEADING EDGE The edge of the workpiece which is pushed into the blade first. - Page 26 NOTES...
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- Page 29 - Sales Fax: (023) 8049 4209 - General Enquiries: (023) 8026 6355 - Service/Warranty Repair Agent For aftersales servicing or warranty repairs, please contact the Draper Tools Helpline for details of an agent in your local area. YOUR DRAPER STOCKIST DKKC191011...
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