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Page 1: Cover Page
Operating Instructions — Parts Manual 14-Inch Vertical Band Saws Models: 8201, 8203, 8201VS and 8203VS WHM TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com Part No. 9078171 Revision C2 04/07 Copyright © 2007 WMH Tool Group... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Cover Page ... 1 General Specifications ... 4 Operating Precautions ... 5 Set-up and Operation ... 7 Wiring Diagrams ... 8 Operating Instructions ... 10 Maintenance ... 14 Troubleshooting ... 18 Replacement Parts... 19... -
Page 4: General Specifications
Models 8201 and 8203 are wood and metal cutting band saws. Wilton’s Model 8201VS and 8203VS 14-inch Tradesman Variable Speed Band Saws are ideally suited for metal cutting only with an infinitely variable speed range from 116 to 334 SFPM. -
Page 5: Machinery General Safety Warnings
Read and follow these simple rules for best results and full benefits from your machine. Used properly, Wilton’s machinery is among the best in design and safety. However, any machine used improperly can be rendered inefficient and unsafe. It is absolutely mandatory that those who use our products be properly trained in how to use them correctly. -
Page 6: Safety Instructions On Sawing Systems
safe by using padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys. General Electrical Cautions This saw should be grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. This work should be done by a qualified electrician. The saw should be grounded to protect the user from electrical shock. -
Page 7: Band Saw Features
Introduction This manual includes operating and maintenance instructions for the Wilton 14-Inch Tradesman Vertical Band Saws, Models 8201, 8203, 8201VS, and 8203VS. This manual also includes parts listings and illustrations of replaceable parts. Band Saw Features Refer to Figures 1 through 3 for key features of the band saw machine. -
Page 8: Wiring Diagrams
Tighten the fastners to secure the saw to the floor. Electrical Models 8201 and 8201VS are delivered with a 115 volt single phase motor. Models 8203 and 8203VS are delivered with a 220/440 volt, 3-phase motor. - Page 9 Installing Optional Frame Riser NOTE: Refer to the illustrations in the Replacement Parts section for location of the parts used on the frame riser. 1. Remove the saw blade (refer to Changing Saw Blades). 2. Remove the two screws at the top and bottom of the blade guide that holds the blade guide on the frame.
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Page 10: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Saw blades The Wilton 14-inch saws accept blades from 1/8- inch wide to 3/4-inch wide. The narrower widths are used for cutting shapes or circles; the wider widths are used for straight cuts. -
Page 11: Adjusting Blade Tension
Adjustments Adjusting Blade Support/Guide Height The upper blade support and guide mechanism can be adjusted to accomodate the height of the work piece. 1. To adjust the support, loosen the knob that clamps the support rod, then move the support up or down in its holder. -
Page 12: Changing Clutch Position
4. Adjust the table until it is parallel with the blade. 5. Tighten the trunnion attaching bolts. Adjusting Blade Speed (Models 8201/8203) Figure 6 on page 9 provides blade speeds for various materials. To adjust the blade speed, change the clutch position of the clutch (in or out) and the position of the drive belt on the pulleys on the motor and reduction gearbox shafts. -
Page 13: Drive Belt/Pulley-To-Belt Position
1. Turn the main switch to off. 2. Pull the door open on the pulley case. 3. Turn the clutch handle clockwise and push in, to engage the high speed pulley drive. Or, turn the clutch handle clockwise, and pull out, to engage the reduction gearbox drive. -
Page 14: Maintenance
10. Install the belts as required (refer to Figure 10). 11. Release the weight of motor so the motor pivots downward. The weight of the motor will provide adequate belt tension. 12. The weight of the motor should provide sufficient tension so the the middle of the small drive belt is displaced approximately the thickness of the belt. - Page 15 9. USING LEATHER GLOVES AND ANSI Z87.1 EYEWEAR TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE CUTTING BLADE, carefully remove the blade from the drive wheels. Remove the blade out of the saw table through the table. 10. Hang the removed blade in a safe place. NOTE: Clean out the interior of the saw with a shop vacuum.
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Page 16: Cover
Blade Blade support bearing Guide block set screws Carbide guide block Figure 14. Lower Blade Support Assembly Replacing drive wheel rubber protectors The rubber rings that cover the drive wheels are called protectors. The protectors protect the wheel from blade damage and provide a high friction drive force on the tensioned blade. - Page 17 Periodic Maintenance Item Action Saw blade Listen for sound of missing teeth Observe cutting action for cleanness and accuracy Listen for a poor weld — a “click” as it passes through the guide blocks Watch for signs of slippage on the drive wheels (blade occa- sionally slows or comes to a stop while...
- Page 18 Troubleshooting Fault Excessive blade breakage Premature blade dulling Bad cuts (out-of-square) Bad cuts (rough) Probable cause 1. Material loose in vise. 2. Incorrect speed or feed. 3. Teeth too coarse for material. 4. Incorrect blade tension. 5. Saw blade contacts workpiece before the saw is started.
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Page 19: Replacement Parts
This section provides exploded view illustrations that show the replacement parts for the Wilton Model 8201, 8203, 8201VS, and 8203VS Vertical Band Saws. Also provided are parts listings that provide part number and description. The numbers shown on the illustration relate to the item number in the facing parts listing. -
Page 20: Exploded View/Parts Listing
Exploded View and Parts Listing – Base – Models 8201, 8203, 8201VS and 8203VS Ref Part. No. Number Description 5513834 Base 5513835 Door 5513836 Lock (Ref. Note 1) 5513837 Washer (Ref. Note 1) 5513838 Bolt, Pan Head (M4x5) (Ref. Note 1) - Page 21 Exploded View – Saw Head – Models 8201, 8203, 8201VS, and 8203VS...
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Page 22: Parts Listing
Parts Listing – Saw Head – Models 8201, 8203, 8201VS, and 8203VS... - Page 23 Exploded View – Gearbox – Models 8201 and 8203...
- Page 24 Parts Listing – Gearbox – Models 8201 and 8203 Ref Part. No. Number Description 5783831 Housing Gearbox 5629151 Bearing (6206ZZ) 9100441 Bearing (6200ZZ) 5783851 Bearing (6303ZZ) 5783861 Plug 5783871 Seal, Oil (30x7) 5783881 Seal, Oil (17x40x7) 5783891 Plug, Drain (1/8x28PT)
- Page 25 Exploded View – Gearbox – Models 8201VS and 8203VS...
- Page 26 Parts Listing – Gearbox – Models 8201VS and 8203VS Ref Part. No. Number Description 5513790 Housing Gearbox 5513791 Packing 5783861 Plug 5783911 Gauge, Oil Level 5513794 Shaft, Lower Wheel 5513795 O-Ring (P15) 5513796 O-ring (P24) 5513797 Block, Clutch 5513798 Gear (O) 5783971 Spacer 5513800...
- Page 27 Parts List – Optional Riser Block – All Models Ref Part. No. Number 5784511 5784521 5784531 5784541 5784551 5784561 5784571 5784581 5784591 5784611 5784621 5784631 5782581 5784641 5784681 5784651 5784661 5784671 Description Block, Riser Guard, Blade Hook, Bracket Screw, Self Tapping Screw, Hex Head (M16x2x200) Washer (M16) Nut (M16)
- Page 28 Parts List – Optional Rip Fence – All Models Ref Part. No. Number Description 5784811 Rail, Guide 5784821 Fence, Rip 5784831 Seat Assembly, Clamp 5784841 Clamp Rail 5784851 Plug (7/8) 5784861 Spacer 5784871 Knob 5784881 Bar, Adjusting 5784891 Nut (3/8x16UNC) 5784911 Handle 5784921...
- Page 29 Notes:...
- Page 32 WMH Tool Group 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, IL 60123 Phone: 847-274-6848...
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