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General
For optimum performance from this machine, this
maintenance schedule must be strictly followed.
Ongoing
To maintain a low risk of injury and proper machine
operation, if you ever observe any of the items below,
shut down the machine immediately and fix the problem
before continuing operations:
•
Loose mounting bolts.
•
Damaged bandsaw blade.
•
Worn Switch.
•
Worn or damaged wires.
•
Any other unsafe condition.
Monthly.Check
•
V-belt tension, damage, or wear.
•
Lubricate vise screw.
Annual.Check
•
Lubricate gear box.
Cleaning
Frequently use a brush and a shop vacuum to remove
chips and other debris from the machine. Keep the non-
painted surfaces rust-free with regular applications of an
anti-rust protectorate.
Periodically, remove the blade and thoroughly clean all
metal chips or built-up grease from the wheel surfaces
and blade housing.
Lubrication
Before applying lubricant to any area, wipe the area clean
to avoid contamination. Lubricate the vice screw shown in
Figure.39 with multi-purpose gear grease.
Remove the cover on the gearbox shown in Figure.40 and
coat the gears with multi-purpose gear grease.
MAINTENANCE
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Model W1715 (For Machines Mfd. Since 2/19)
MAKE. SURE. that. your. machine. is.
unplugged. during. all. maintenance. pro-
cedures!.If.this.warning.is.ignored,.seri-
ous.personal.injury.may.occur.
Vise
Screw
Figure.39. Vise screw.
Gearbox
Cover
Figure.40. Gearbox cover.
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