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Rikon Power Tools 10-345 Owner's Manual

18 inch woodworking bandsaw
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18" Woodworking Bandsaw
Model: 10-345
Record the serial number and date of purchase
in your manual for future reference.
Serial number:
Date of purchase:
For more information:
www.rikontools.com
info@rikontools.com
or
For Parts or Questions:
techsupport@rikontools.com
877-884-5167
or
Part #10-345M3

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  • Page 1 18” Woodworking Bandsaw Model: 10-345 Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial number: Date of purchase: For more information: www.rikontools.com info@rikontools.com For Parts or Questions: techsupport@rikontools.com 877-884-5167 Part #10-345M3...

  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    Operator Safety: Required Reading IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend that this tool not be modified and/ or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed.

  • Page 3: Bandsaw Safety Rules

    ALWAYS DISCONNECT TOOLS. Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters. ALWAYS AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in cord. NEVER LEAVE TOOLS RUNNING UNATTENDED. ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before initial or continual use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be checked to assure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Warnings..............................2 -3 Bandsaw Safety Rules ..........................3 Specifications ............................4 Contents of Package ..........................5 Unpacking and Setup ...........................5 Loose Parts ............................6 Getting To Know Your Bandsaw ......................7 Assembly ..............................8 Table Assembly .............................8 Rip Fence Assembly ..........................8 Hand-Wheel Assembly .........................8 Setting 90 Table Stop ...........................9 Tilting the Table .............................9...

  • Page 5: Contents Of Package

    Contents of Package Model 10-345 18” Bandsaw is shipped complete in one box. Unpacking and Checking Contents a. Separate all “loose parts” from packaging materials and check each item with “Table of Loose Parts” to make sure all items are accounted for, before discarding any packaging material.

  • Page 6: Loose Parts

    Loose Parts List List of loose parts in the box marked “G”...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Bandsaw

    Getting to Know Your Bandsaw A. Hoist Ring I. Blade Tracking Window B. Tension Indicator Window J. Quick Release Lever C. Blade Tension Hand-Wheel K. Guide Post Lock Knob D. Switch L. 4” Dust Ports E. Rip Fence M. Motor F.

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Assembly The 10-345 Bandsaw is supplied partly assembled. Prior to use, the following items have to be assembled: working table, rip fence and hand-wheels. To ensure sufficient upright stability and WARNING! safety of this Bandsaw, you need to bolt the Bandsaw to the floor with M10 screws.(Fig 1) (not supplied)

  • Page 9: Setting

    Adjustments Setting the Table Square to Saw Blade The table may be set at 90° to the saw blade sides by adjusting the table stop screw under the table. The table stop screw rests on the top of the quick release adjustment stop.

  • Page 10: Upper Blade Guide Adjustment

    Adjusting the Blade Guides Upper Guides: To adjust the upper blade guides, first position the roller guides relative to the blade by loosening the locking hex screw (A--Fig. 9) and moving the guide carrier until the roller guides are approximately 1/16” behind the gullets of the Bandsaw blade and tighten the hex nut (A--Fig.

  • Page 11: Changing Blade Speed

    Changing the Blade Speed / Belt Tension Before changing the speed, always make WARNING! sure the machine has been unplugged from the electrical supply. This Bandsaw has two blade speeds, low speed (1510 ft/ min) and high speed (3220 ft/min). The lower wheel (A--Fig.

  • Page 12: Resawing

    Replacing the Bandsaw Blade Cont. f) Re-tension the new blade by moving the quick release lever (Fig. 14 on page 11) right to left and check the blade tracking. The blade should run in the center of the wheel. Refer to “Tracking the Saw Blade”...

  • Page 13: Electrical Requirements

    Eletrical Requirements In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Maintenance Caution! 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 BRUSH OR COMPRESSED AIR. REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF THE MACHINE WILL PREVENT UNNECESSARY PROBLEMS. Keep the table clean to ensure accurate cutting.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING! 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 16: Changing Bandsaw Tire

    Troubleshooting Adjusting the Upper Blade Guide Bearings Parallel to the Blade (Refer to page 19 parts diagram) This step may not be necessary, it is factory preset. If adjustment is needed follow the steps below. First slightly loosen part #162 (4 each) cap screw on rear of upper Bandsaw housing (see page 19 in parts diagram).

  • Page 17: Parts Diagram

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  • Page 20: Parts List

    Parts List Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 1-JL26030015-001S Knob Bolt M10-1.5x53 1-JL26030017A Tube 1-JL26030016-001S Threaded Handle M10-1.5 1-M12GB825Z Ring 1-JL26030013 Sliding guide 1-JL26011000F-050W Frame 1-BRG51105GB301 Thrust bearing 1-M5X8GB78Z Screw M5X8 1-1904011 Shaft End 1-M5GB79D1Z Flat washer M5 1-JL26030004 2-JL23123500-451 Power Cord...
  • Page 21 Parts List Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 1-WSH5GB96D1 Flat Washer M5 1-JL26060001A Front Fence Rail 2-JL26043000C Blade guard assembly 1-JL26060014 Adjustable Base 1-JL26041002 Bushing 1-JL26060008 Fixed Shaft 1-BRG80201GB278 Bearing 6201 1-JL26060009 Shaft 1-JL26041001 Upper blade guide support 1-JL26060010 Spring Piece 1-JL26041003...

  • Page 23: Warranty

    WARRANTY 5-Year Limited Warranty RIKON Power Tools Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to only the original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (5) years from the date the product was purchased at retail. This warranty may not be transferred.
  • Page 24 For more information: 16 Progress Rd Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167/978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com Copyright RIKON Power Tools Inc. 2010 Printed in China 6/10...

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