Harbor freight professional 9" circular saw w/blade assembly and operating instructions manual (17 pages)
Summary of Contents for Harbor Freight Tools Central Machinery 93762
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Table of contents Safety ............3 Maintenance ..........20 Specifications ..........7 Parts List and Diagram ......25 Setup ............8 Warranty ............ 28 Operation ........... 13 WARNING SyMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
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IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION General Tool Safety Warnings Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. 1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 10.
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Grounding Instructions TO pREVENT ELEcTRIc SHOcK AND DEATH FROM INcORREcT GROUNDING WIRE cONNEcTION READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUcTIONS: 110-120 VAc Grounded Tools: Tools with Three prong plugs 1. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, 6. Repair or replace damaged or grounding provides a path of least resistance for worn cord immediately.
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13. Never attempt to cut more than If unreadable or missing, contact one workpiece at a time. Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 14. Never attempt to cut freehand. Make sure the 29. Avoid unintentional starting. workpiece to be cut is pressed firmly against Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
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Vibration Safety This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or 2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces long-term exposure to vibration may cause the blood supply to the hands and fingers, temporary or permanent physical injury, increasing the risk of vibration-related injury. particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
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Setup - Before Use: Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OpERATION: Turn the power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
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To Attach the Band Saw to the Stand 1. With assistance and an adequate lifting 3. Secure the Band Saw to the Stand device, carefully set the Band Saw on top of assembly, using four Screws (61) and four Spring Washers (60) (see Figure c). the Stand assembly.
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To Attach the Spindle pulley and Motor pulley 1. Slide the Spindle Pulley (1) fully onto the Worm Shaft (12). Then secure the Spindle Pulley to the Worm Shaft, using one Socket Socket Head Head Screw (2) (see Figure F). Screw (2) Shaft Key (81) (not shown)
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To convert the Band Saw for Vertical Use NOTE: Notching, slitting, and contour work is best 5. Close the Blade Back Cover and secure done with the Band Saw in its vertical position. with the Screw and Flat Washer. 1. Remove the Locking Pin (116) from the Pivot (121). 6.
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To convert the Band Saw for Horizontal Use 1. Remove the screws (97) holding the 5. Close the Blade Back Cover and secure Vertical Cutting Table (197) in place. with the Screw and Flat Washer. 2. Loosen the Bolt (63) and guide the Vertical Cutting 6.
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Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Tool Set Up TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OpERATION: Turn the power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
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Adjustments To Adjust the Stock Stop 1. Loosen the Socket Head Screw (161) that holds the Stock Stop (162) to the Shaft (163) (see Figure p). 2. Adjust the Stock Stop to the desired length position. Re-tighten the Socket Head Screw. Stock Stop (162) Shaft (163)
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To Adjust the Blade Tracking 1. Remove the Locking Pin (116) from the Pivot (121). NOTE: If adjustment is necessary, the Blade Guide Bearings (90, 94, 103, 107) should be completely clear 2. Raise the Body Frame to its full vertical position. of the Saw Blade (83) (see Figure Q on page 14).
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To Adjust the Blade Tension 1. Raise the Body Frame (62) to its full vertical 3. Turn the Blade Tension Adjusting Knob counterclockwise to decrease position. Turn the Support Plate (154) to the right until it firmly locks into the Body Frame and tension on the Saw Blade.
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Workpiece and Work Area Set Up 1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit. 3. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps The work area must not allow access by children (not included) to prevent movement while working. or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
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General Operating Instructions Vertical position 8. Set the workpiece on the Vertical Cutting WARNING! Always wear ANSI-approved safety Table (197). Keep downward pressure on the impact eye goggles when operating the Band Saw. workpiece throughout the cutting process. 1. Do not plug the power cord into an 9.
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Horizontal position 4. Raise the Body Frame (62) to its full vertical WARNING! Always wear ANSI-approved safety position. Turn the Support Plate (154) clockwise impact eye goggles when operating the Band Saw. until it firmly locks into the Body Frame and insert 1.
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Maintenance and Servicing procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OpERATION: Turn the power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
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BLADE 6. Place the new Saw Blade between each of the Blade Tension TEETH pOINT Adjusting Knob (37) Guide assemblies and around the Upper Blade DOWNWARD Wheel and Lower Blade Wheel. IMpORTANT: The teeth must be pointing downward toward the Motor. NOTE: The Band Saw is equipped with a 64-1/2″...
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Lubricating the Worm Gear and Worm Shaft The Worm Shaft (12) and Worm Gear (20) run 3. Remove the old oil from inside the Gear Box in an oil bath Gear Box and should not require and replace the oil using 140 weight gear oil. an oil change more than once a year, unless The new oil should just come to the edge of the Gear Box.
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Troubleshooting problem possible causes Likely Solutions Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected. 1. Check that cord is plugged in. 2. No power at outlet. 2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads.
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problem possible causes Likely Solutions Premature 1. Saw Blade teeth are spaced too 1. Check manual for recommended Blade type. See Blade dulling widely for the workpiece material. page 20 and replace with appropriate Saw Blade. 2. Saw Blade turns too quickly. 2.
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parts List and Diagram pLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING cAREFULLy THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.
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part Description part Description (Lower) Nut Machine Bed Spring Washer (8) Screw (M5x8) Inner Lower Blade Guide Flat Washer (5) Grommet Bearing (180029) Bolt (M12x70) Lower Blade Guide Bracket Lower Shaft Set Screw (M8x15) Support Plate Outer Lower Blade Guide Flat Washer (8) Bearing (180029) Bolt (M8x16)
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Assembly Diagram Record product’s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Item 93762 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
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Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
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