Unpacking; Operating Controls And Adjustments - Craftex CX122 User Manual

UNPACKING:

1. To avoid injury from an unexpected
startup or electrical shock, do not
plug the power cord into the power
source. The machine must remain
unplugged whenever
working on the machine.
2. When unpacking
contents. Separate all loose parts
from packaging materials and check
each item against "The table of
loose parts" to make sure all items
are accounted for/ If any parts are
missing do not assemble the band-
saw, connect to the power or turn on
the machine until all missing parts
are obtained and installed.
3. Never use gasoline, naptha or
similarly volatile products to clean
the band-saw. The chemicals can
cause a fire and toxic reaction.
4. Apply a coat of paste wax to the
unpainted machined surfaces to
prevent rust.
thoroughly with a clean dry cloth.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY:
6" Adjustable wrench, #2 Phillips Screw
Driver, ¼" Flat Screwdriver and a (4MM)
Hex key.
OPERATING CONTROLS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTING THE DOWNWARD TRAVEL
LIMIT:
The downward travel limit is set by adjusting
the stop screw (D) (see fig. 1). It should be
set to just trip the toggle switch at its lowest
position. To adjust, loosen lock nut (C), and
turn the stop screw (D) in or out until the
correct height is established; then tighten
lock-nut (C).
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Figure 1
ADJUSTING BLADE TRACKING
1. Place the saw arm in the vertical
position and open the wheel cover
(A) (see Fig.2)
2. Turn on the band-saw. The blade is
tracking properly when the back of
the blade (B) is just touching the
edge of the wheel flange (C). The
back of the blade should not rub
against the flange.
3. If adjustment is necessary, the blade
guide bearings and blade support
bearings should be clear of the
blade.
4. Loosen screw (D) (see Fig.3) to a
point where it is loose but snug.
5. With the band-saw running, turn the
adjusting screw (E) until the blade is
tracking properly making certain the
blade tension is maintained by
turning the blade tension knob (F).
The blade is tracking properly when
the back of the blade (B) is just
touching the edge of the wheel
flange.
6. Tighten screw (D) (see Fig.3) when
the adjustment is complete.
IMPORTANT:
IT IS POSSIBLE WHEN MAKING THIS
ADJUSTMENT, TO OVER TIGHTEN THE