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Model W1715 (For Machines Mfd. Since 2/19)
Blade.Tension
Proper blade tension is essential to long blade life,
straight cuts, and efficient cutting times.
Two major signs that you do not have the correct blade
tension are: 1) The blade stalls in the cut and is slipping
on the wheels, and 2) the blade frequently breaks from
being too loose.
To.tension.the.blade.on.the.bandsaw,.do.these.steps:
1. Make sure the blade is tracking properly.
2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
3. Loosen and slide the blade guides as far apart as
they will go then tighten them down again.
4. Turn the blade tension knob in Figure.46 clockwise
to tighten the blade as tight as you can.
5. Using moderate finger pressure, push against the
side of the blade. The blade should not move more
than 0.004".
Squaring.Blade
It is always a good idea during the life of your saw
to check and adjust this setting. This adjustment will
improve your cutting results and extend the life of your
blade.
To. square. the. blade. to. the. bed. of. the. table,. do. these.
steps:
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Separate the blade guides as far as possible, the
lower the head of the bandsaw all the way until it
contacts the horizontal stop.
3. Place a square on the table bed and against the edge
of the blade (Figure.47), and check different points
along the length of the table between the blade
guides.
4. Loosen the hex bolt shown in Figure.47, and rotate
the seat until the blade is vertical to the bed, then
re-tighten the hex bolt.
Figure.46. Blade tension knob.
Figure.47. Squaring the blade.
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Blade
Tension Knob
Hex Bolt
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