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Rikon Power Tools 10-341 Operator's Manual

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10-341
18" Bandsaw
4001824
Operator's Manual
Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference.
Serial Number: _________________________
Date of purchase: _________________________
For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167
www.rikontools.com
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  • Page 1 10-341 18” Bandsaw 4001824 Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167 www.rikontools.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications........................2 Safety Instructions ......................3 - 6 Getting To Know Your Machine ..................7 Contents of Package ....................8 - 9 Assembly ......................10 - 11 Adjustments.......................11 - 15 Operation ........................16 Maintenance ........................17 Notes ...........................17, 19 Wiring Diagram ........................20 Troubleshooting .......................18, 20 - 23 Parts Diagrams &...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE WORKING ORDER. PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and 13.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL SAFETY EXTENSION CORDS Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC you are working with a power tool.
  • Page 6 Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools, Inc. to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Machine

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE A. Tension Indicator Window L. Lower Blade Guides B. Blade Tension Hand Wheel M. 4” Dust Port C. On/Off Switch N. Table Trunnion & Lock Knobs D. Rip Fence, Rail & Resaw Bar O. Guide Post Rise/Fall Handle E.

  • Page 8: Contents Of Package

    CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Model 10-341 18” Bandsaw is shipped complete in one crate. Unpacking and Checking Contents a. Separate all “loose parts” from packaging materials and check each item with the Loose Parts lists to make sure all items are accounted for, before discarding any packaging material.

  • Page 9: Contents Of Package

    CONTENTS OF PACKAGE LIST OF LOOSE PARTS Table Assembly: A. Table B. Rip Fence Rear Support Rail C. Table Mounting Bolts and Washers Rip Fence Assembly: A. Rip Fence B. Rip Fence Carrier C. Re-saw Bar D. Front Rail E. Knobs and Hardware for the Rip Fence Bandsaw Accessories: A.

  • Page 10: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE WORK TABLE The work table is fastened to the upper table trunnions (#84, 90) with four hex Bolts and Washers (#87, 86, 85) (Circled 3 of the 4, FIG. 1, 3). With the help of another person lift the work table onto the trunnions. Slide the blade through the blade slot until the four threaded holes of the table align with the through holes in the trunnions.

  • Page 11: Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY TOOL STORAGE Storage for the “L” Hex Wrenches is provided for quick access when adjustments are needed. Place the (4) wrenches (3mm, 4mm, 5mm and 6mm) in the tool holder (#2) on the rear column support. FIG. 5. A Hex Socket Screw and Nut (#6,5) are provided to hang the push stick.
  • Page 12 ADJUSTMENTS TRACKING THE BANDSAW BLADE Unplug the bandsaw. A blade is provided and 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 and the tension scale is set to correspond to the width of the blade you are using.
  • Page 13 ADJUSTMENTS Continued from page 12 BLADE TENSION INDICATOR ADJUSTMENT The Blade Tension Indicator Arrow (#8, FIG. 12, A) should be checked and adjusted the first time the saw is set up and run, and whenever a new blade is installed. The blade tension indicator should be adjusted for blades made from thicker steel, or for overcut/undercut in length by different manufacturers.
  • Page 14 ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUIDES Upper Guides : To adjust the upper blade guides: 1. Position the Roller Guides (#127, FIG. 15, A) relative to the sides of the blade by loosening the Hex Cap Screw (#134, B). Slide the guide assembly until the roller guides are about 1/16”...
  • Page 15 ADJUSTMENTS THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. ADJUSTING THE DRIVE BELT TENSION Check the Drive Belt (#79, FIG. 19, A) tension with thumb pressure. The drive belt should not give more than 3/8”...

  • Page 16: Operation

    OPERATION BASIC OPERATION The blade cuts on a continuous down-stroke. Never start the saw with the workpiece in contact with the saw blade. With both hands, firmly hold the workpiece down on the table, and feed it slowly towards the blade, putting only light pressure on it, and keeping your hands away from the blade.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 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 BENCH BRUSH. DO NOT USE COMPRESSED AIR NEAR BEARINGS. REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF THE MACHINE WILL PREVENT UNNECESSARY PROBLEMS.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 19: Notes

    NOTES Use this section to record maintenance, service and any calls to Technical Support.

  • Page 20: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM This machine must be grounded. Replacement of the power supply cable should only be done by a qualified electrician. See page 5 for additional electrical information. TROUBLESHOOTING CHANGING THE MOTOR DRIVE BELT Before changing the belt, unplug the bandsaw from the power source. Refer to Parts Diagrams on pages 24, 27 &...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. ADJUSTING THE UPPER GUIDE BEARINGS PARALLEL TO THE BLADE The guide bearing assembly is factory pre-set. If adjustment is needed, follow the steps below. Refer to “Guide Post Assembly”...
  • Page 22 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.
  • Page 23 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.

  • Page 24: Parts Diagrams & Parts Lists

    PARTS DIAGRAM FRAME ASSEMBLY NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the serial number of your machine is required.
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST FRAME ASSEMBLY KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY MFG. PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY MFG. PART NO. Pan Head Screw P10-341-1 Handle P10-341-37 Tool Holder Pan Head Screw P10-341-2 P10-341-38 Ring Screw Side Dust Collection Port P10-341-3 P10-341-39 Frame P10-341-4 Bracket P10-341-40...
  • Page 26 PARTS DIAGRAM TABLE & TRUNNION ASSEMBLY NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the serial number of your machine is required. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY MFG. PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY MFG.
  • Page 27 PARTS DIAGRAM WHEEL ASSEMBLY NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the serial number of your machine is required. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY MFG. PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION QTY MFG. PART NO. Blade P10-341-71 Retaining Ring...
  • Page 28 PARTS DIAGRAM FENCE ASSEMBLY NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the serial number of your machine is required.
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST FENCE ASSEMBLY KEY NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. Fence Rail P10-341-154 Scale P10-341-155 Pan Head Screw P10-341-156 Screw P10-341-157 End Cap, Left P10-341-158 Washer P10-341-159 Wing Knob P10-341-160 Handle P10-341-161 Washer P10-341-162 Double Ended Bolt P10-341-163 Bolt P10-341-164 Stop Lever - Re-saw Bar P10-341-165 Hexagon Socket Cap Screw...
  • Page 30 PARTS DIAGRAM GUIDE POST ASSEMBLY NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the serial number of your machine is required.
  • Page 31 PARTS LIST GUIDE POST ASSEMBLY KEY NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. Handle P10-341-119 Hex Nut P10-341-120 Spring Washer P10-341-121 Flat Washer P10-341-122 Gear P10-341-123 Blade Guard & Guide Post P10-341-124 Hexagon Socket Cap Screw P10-341-125 Bearing Tube P10-341-126 Bearing Guide P10-341-127 Washer P10-341-128...
  • Page 32 PARTS DIAGRAM BLADE TENSION & TRACKING...
  • Page 33 PARTS LIST BLADE TENSIONING & TRACKING KEY NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. Tension Bracket P10-341-91 Hex Nut P10-341-92 Socket Cap Screw P10-341-93 Socket Cap Screw P10-341-94 Flat Washer P10-341-95 Tube P10-341-96 Shaft P10-341-97 Hex Bolt P10-341-98 Spring Washer P10-341-99 Guide Rail P10-341-100 Roll Pin P10-341-101...

  • Page 35: Warranty

    WARRANTY WARRANTY...
  • Page 36 10-341 For more information: 16 Progress Rd Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com 10-341M1...

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