INTRODUCTION Introduction Symbols and warning signs shown on this page This operator’s manual describes in detail can be found in this operator’s manual and on how the bandsaw blade sharpener is used the sharpener. If a decal on the sharpener has and maintained and how servicing is to be been damaged or is worn, a new warning decal carried out.
SAFETY REGULATIONS Sharpener The following safety regulations apply to the sharpener: • Do not store gasoline/petrol in the vicinity of sharpener . Sparks from the grinding disc or the electrical connection can ignite. • The bandsaw blade is sharp and can cause injury.
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DESCRIPTION Sharpener The sharpener consists of the following parts: • A fixed section. • Sharpener motor. • Feed mechanism. The fixed section houses a motor for the bandsaw blade feed and three folding support arms, which form a stable platform for the sharpener set-up.
MAINTENANCE Bandsaw Blade WARNING! The bandsaw blade is sharp and can cause injury. Wear protective gloves whenever you handle the bandsaw blade. FIG 1 The bandsaw blade should be set and sharpened regularly to give optimal performance. During normal sawing of most species of wood this should be done at intervals of approx.
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MAINTENANCE Sharpening FIG 2 WARNING! The bandsaw blade is sharp and can cause injury. Wear protective gloves whenever you handle the bandsaw blade. The more accurate the sharpening, the straighter FIG 3 and smoother the bandsaw blade runs when cutting the log. Radii The radius in the area (A) (Fig 2) should be 1- 3 •...
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MAINTENANCE Setting Up the Sharpener FIG 5 WARNING! Do not store gasoline/petrol in the vicinity of the sharpener. Sparks from the grinding disc or the electrical connection can ignite. Place the sharpener on a level and sturdy surface. Connect the cables to a 12-volt power source. The power source can be a battery or a battery charger.
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MAINTENANCE FIG 8 WARNING! Risk of the grinding disc coming loose and causing personal injury. Ensure the power supply is connected so that the grinding disc rotates in the right direction, that is, sharpening is performed downwards / backwards. WARNING! Risk of damaging the grinding disc or bandsaw blade, can result in personal injury.
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MAINTENANCE FIG 11 FIG 12 WARNING! Check that the grinding disc shows no signs of cracking and that it is secured to the spindle. Stop the grinding disc immediately if abnormal vibrations occur. WARNING! Wear protective glasses while grinding! 1. Fit the stop plate (Q). 2.
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