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Wen 3959 Manual

9-inch band saw with fence & miter gauge
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WENPRODUCTS.COM
Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN's highest standards for dependability,
ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years
of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings,
and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe,
reliable service.
9-INCH BAND SAW
WITH FENCE & MITER GAUGE
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  • Page 1 WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Know Your Band Saw Assembly and Adjustment Operation Maintenance Exploded View & Parts List Warranty TECHNICAL DATA Model Number: 3959 120 V, 60 Hz, 2.5A Induction Motor: 2500 FPM Blade Speed: 9 inches (228 mm) Throat: Cutting Depth: 3-1/2 inches (89 mm)

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instruc- tions may result in electric shock, fire and serious injury. To avoid mistakes and serious injury, do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood.
  • Page 4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Avoid accidental start-ups. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before connecting the plug to a power source or carrying the tool. 2. Check power tool for damaged parts. Check for misalignment of moving parts, jamming, breakage, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation.

  • Page 5: Electrical Information

    ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug.

  • Page 6: Specific Safety Rules For Band Saws

    SPECIFIC RULES FOR BAND SAWS 1. To avoid injury from unexpected movement, make sure the saw is on a firm, level surface. Bolt the saw to a sup- port surface to prevent slipping or sliding during operation. Make sure there is adequate space for operations. The mounting holes are 7 mm in diameter, 118 mm apart in width and 353 mm apart in length.

  • Page 7: Unpacking

    SPECIFIC RULES FOR BAND SAWS 18. Take all necessary precautions to avoid kickback during operation. 19. Plan your cuts so you always cut entirely through the wood. Do not back the workpiece away from the blade while the saw is running. If you need to remove the blade from a partially cut workpiece, you first must turn the band saw OFF and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop.

  • Page 8: Know Your Band Saw

    KNOW YOUR BAND SAW Use the graphic below to become familiarized with the different parts and controls of your band saw. Blade Tension Knob Upper Housing Knob ON/OFF Switch Blade Guard Upper Blade Guides Guide Fence Work Table Miter Gauge Lower Housing Knob Base With Mounting Holes...

  • Page 9: Assembly And Adjustment

    ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Unplug the machine from the power source before assembly and making adjustments. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. Assembly requires at least two people to safely move around the band saw. ASSEMBLING THE TABLE (Fig. B, C & D) 1.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before making any adjustments. Wear work gloves when handling saw blades. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. SAW BLADE TRACKING (Fig. F & G) Before initial cutting and after every blade change, check and adjust blade tracking so that the blade runs on the center of the wheels.
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENT UPPER BLADE GUIDES ADJUSTMENT (Fig. I & J) The upper blade guides need to be readjusted after every blade change or blade tracking adjustment. 1. Upper Thrust Bearing (Fig. I - 1): Loosen the upper right screw (Fig. I - 2) using the S4 hex wrench to adjust the position of the thrust bearing running along the back of the blade (Fig.
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENT CHANGING THE BAND SAW BLADE (Fig. M & N) WARNING: Saw blades can be dangerous. Wear work gloves while handling the blade or when moving new blades from the packaging. 1. Remove the M6X24 hex bolt, spring washer, flat washer and wing nut from the work table assembly.

  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION SUGGESTIONS AND WARNINGS: • Do not touch the saw blade when cutting. • During saw operation, wear safety glasses but do not wear gloves. • Cut only one workpiece at a time. • Always hold the workpiece down on the table. •...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    OPERATION GENERAL CUTTING WARNING: Operating a band saw involves a certain amount of risk. Make sure to read all the instruc- tions and plan your work before cutting a workpiece. Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from pos- sible injury. NOTE: Before cutting the actual workpiece, it’s best to use a scrap piece of lumber to check the settings and to get the feel of operating the band saw.
  • Page 15 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST...
  • Page 16 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST No. Part No. Description Qty. No. Part No. Description Qty. 3959-001 Lower Door 3959-035 Upper Guide Slide Bar 3959-002 Hex Screw M6X10 3959-036 Hex Screw M4X4 Spring Washer Φ6 3959-003 3959-037 Pin 5X14 Upper Blade Guide Sup-...
  • Page 17 3959-066 Power Cord 3959-098 Miter Gauge Pointer 3959-067 Hex Screw M8X25 3959-099 Lower Support Shaft Lower Blade Guide Sup- 3959-068 Flat Washer M8 100 3959-100 port 3959-069 Motor 101 3959-101 Spring Washer D10 3959-070 Locking Knob 102 3959-102 Capacitor 3959-071...
  • Page 18 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to build tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN con- sumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase.
  • Page 20 THANKS FOR REMEMBERING...

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