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10-306 10” Deluxe Bandsaw Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. The serial number can be found on the specification label on the rear of your machine. Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167...
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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT WORKING ORDER. INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust 13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and the power switch is in the “OFF”...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXTENSION CORDS ELECTRICAL SAFETY THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD THIS 110V TOOL MUST BE GROUND- WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. For ED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM best power and safety, plug the machine directly into a ELECTRIC SHOCK.
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.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE * Shown on #13-913 Stand (available separately) A. Lower Door O. Dust Port B. ON / OFF Switch P. Trunnion with Table Locking Handle and C. Upper Door Angle Scale D. Holder for Rip Fence Assembly Table with Miter Gauge Slot E.
CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Model 10-306 10” Deluxe 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.
CONTENTS OF PACKAGE LIST OF LOOSE PARTS continued D. Rip Fence E. Rip Fence Carrier Assembly Front Rail for Rip Fence Carrier Assembly G. Knob for Mounting Front Rail (2) H. Table Leveling Bolt, Washer & Knob I. Rip Fence Storage Hanger & Screws (2) J.
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 key numbers of the Parts Diagrams and Parts Lists on pages 24 to 27. The machine is supplied partly assembled.
ASSEMBLY INSTALL GUIDE RAIL FOR FENCE 1. Position the fence’s Guide Rail (#96) onto the front table edge. The guide rail’s front lower edge, with 3 cut-out areas, fits under the table. The center cut-out gives access to the table leveling bolt and wing nut. The 2 outer cut-out areas are where the guide rail will be fastened to the table.
ASSEMBLY To ensure sufficient, upright stability of the machine, it This bandsaw has a 2-1/2” (64mm) dust port at the rear of should be bolted to a bench, worktable or stand. For this the machine. FIG. 10. During use, connect the bandsaw to purpose 6mm (1/4") holes are provided in the machine’s a suitable dust collector to eliminate sawdust from collect- base.
ADJUSTMENTS SETTING THE TABLE SQUARE THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE TO THE SAW BLADE’S BACK PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. While pre-set before shipping, if needed, the table may also be re-set at 90°...
ADJUSTMENTS TRACKING THE SAW BLADE BLADE TRACKING HANDLE Unplug the bandsaw. A blade is installed at the factory. It is recommended to check the blade tracking prior to use. Make sure the upper and lower blade guides are adjusted away from the blade. WING NUT KNOB 1.
ADJUSTMENTS 5. Release the blade tension by moving the quick release THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE Tension Lever from right to left. FIG. 19. PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. 6.
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ADJUSTMENTS 3. Set both bearing guides to within 1/32” of the saw blade - about the same thickness of a business card. Do not set the guides so they touch the sides of the blade, as this will adversely affect the life of the saw blade and bearings. UPPER 4.
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ADJUSTMENTS 2. When the guide bearings are in proper position, tighten the guidepost lock knob loosened in the previous step. Approximately 1/4” FIGURE 29 FIGURE 30 FIGURE 28 ADJUSTING THE FENCE ON THE CARRIER THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE The fence can be changed from a vertical position to a OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE.
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ADJUSTMENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 4. Once in place, retighten the side knobs to secure the fence in position on the SIDE KNOBS AND carrier. FIG. 35. LOCKING FRAME BAR MOVED TO 5. Confirm that the fence OPPOSITE SIDES is parallel with the blade ON CARRIER and miter gauge slot, and make corrections for ‘drift’...
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ADJUSTMENTS 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 Before changing the belt, make sure that the bandsaw is unplugged from the power source. To change the drive belt: 1.
OPERATION Before starting, check if any part of your Select the right saw blade for the job, depending on the bandsaw is missing, malfunctioning, has been damaged or thickness of the wood the cut to be made. The thinner and broken...
Green SWITCH Black Black White White White Blue MOTOR 10-306 Bandsaw - 1/2HP, 110V, 5.5A, 60Hz, 1Ph Motor TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM DIAGNOSIS REMEDY The machine does not work when 1. No power supply. 1. Check the cable for breakage. switched on.
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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.
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.
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PARTS LIST KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. Upper door assembly P10-306-1 Star lock washer P10-306-2 Mount shaft P10-306-3 Blade tensioner P10-306-4 Upper bearing bolt P10-306-5 Upper wheel P10-306-6 Bearing P10-306-7 Retaining ring 28 P10-306-8 Tire P10-306-9 Bandsaw blade P10-306-10 Retaining ring 12 P10-306-11 Hex lock nut...
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PARTS DIAGRAM 10-306 10” DELUXE BANDSAW 108 107 116A NOTE: Please reference the Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the serial number of your machine is required.
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PARTS LIST KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. Square neck bolt Locking frame bar P10-306-54 P10-306-105 Brush Fence P10-306-55 P10-306-106 Key switch Fence carrier block P10-306-56 P10-306-107 Hex nut with flange M8 Hex socket cap screw M6X12 P10-306-57 P10-306-108 Pan head screw...
ACCESSORIES 13-913 10” BANDSAW STAND 13-920 MITER GAUGE Made of all steel components with black enamel Fits 5/8” x 3/8” miter slots. Aluminum body with 60° finish and includes rubber non-slip foot pads. Top scale for left and right angle settings. Includes pre- open frame measures 14-1/2”...
® 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 five (5) years from the date the product was purchased at retail. This warranty may not be transferred.
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