Jet HVBS-56 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Jet HVBS-56 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Horizontal-vertical band saw

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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Horizontal-Vertical Band Saw
Model HVBS-56
JET
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086
Ph.: 800-274-6848
www.jettools.com
This .pdf document is bookmarked
Part No. M-414458
Revision H5 06/2020
Copyright © 2017 JET

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  • Page 1 This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Horizontal-Vertical Band Saw Model HVBS-56 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-414458 Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision H5 06/2020 www.jettools.com Copyright © 2017 JET...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not use this band saw for other than its around, carrying on a conversation and “horse- intended use. If used for other purposes, JET play” are careless acts that can result in serious disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds injury.
  • Page 3: About This Manual

    If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our web site: www.jettools.com.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    11.1.1 HVBS-56 Bow Assembly – Exploded View ..................17   11.1.2 HVBS-56 Bed Assembly – Exploded View ..................18   11.1.3 HVBS-56 – Bow and Bed Assemblies Parts List ................. 19   11.2.1 HVBS-56 Stand – Exploded View ....................... 22  ...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    Subject to local/national electrical codes. The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement, JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
  • Page 6: Setup And Assembly

    (Note: Ratchets and sockets will speed assembly.) 5.0 Setup and assembly 5.3 Unpacking and cleanup Inspect all contents for shipping damage. Read understand Compare contents of shipping carton with instructions before attempting assembly. Band contents list in this manual. Report any damage Saw must be disconnected from power during or part shortages to your distributor.
  • Page 7: Assembling Stand

    Figure 3 5.4 Assembling stand 5.6 Additional assembly Refer to Figure 3. Remove shipping bracket (P, Figure 4) and adjust switch trip (Q) so that it will turn off switch NOTE: Only make fasteners hand-tight at this time. when bow reaches down position. (Note: Switch They will be fully tightened after band saw has been trip is bendable for optimum positioning.) settled atop stand.
  • Page 8: Vertical Cutting Plate

    ) on motor base 6.0 Electrical connections to secure belt tension. The HVBS-56 Band Saw is rated at 115/230V power, and is pre-wired for 115 volt. The band saw comes with a plug designed for use on a circuit with a grounded outlet that looks like the one pictured in A, Figure 8.
  • Page 9: Voltage Conversion

    The plug on the end of the power cord must be Check with qualified replaced with a UL/CSA listed plug rated for 230 volt electrician or service personnel if the grounding operation. instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
  • Page 10: Adjustments

    Close pulley cover and connect to power Ampere Total length of Volts source. Rating cord in feet General rule for band saw blade speed: The harder More the material being cut, the slower the blade speed. More Than Refer to Table 2 for blade speed recommendations. Than Speed Motor...
  • Page 11: Blade Tension

    7.4 Blade tension Disconnect band saw from power source. Open blade cover by removing knob and 2 screws (G, Figure 15). Observe position of blade on wheel. If blade is not adjacent to wheel flange, adjust blade tracking according to sect. 7.7, Blade tracking.
  • Page 12: Blade Tracking

    7.8 Feed pressure adjustment Hold bottom nut (L ) to prevent it turning further, and retighten top nut (L Turn handle (O, Figure 19) clockwise to decrease Repeat above steps for opposite blade guide feed pressure; counterclockwise to increase feed assembly.
  • Page 13: Auto Shut-Off Adjustment

    Consult the blade manufacturer’s literature for break-in of specific blades on specific materials. However, the following procedure will be adequate for break-in of JET-supplied blades lower alloy ferrous materials.
  • Page 14: Evaluating Cutting Efficiency

    The top row shows acceptable clamping may force chips into the guide bearings and other positions, the bottom row shows unacceptable critical areas of saw. positions. Periodically apply a light coat of oil on exposed If the thickness of profile section is very thin, a metal surfaces to inhibit rust.
  • Page 15: Additional Servicing

    9.2 Additional servicing Any additional servicing on the band saw should be performed by an authorized service representative. Figure 24 10.0 Troubleshooting HVBS-56 Band Saw 10.1 Mechanical and electrical problems Symptom Possible Cause Correction * Motor will not start. Low voltage.
  • Page 16: Operational Problems

    Some parts are shown for reference only, and may not be available individually. Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can usually be found at local hardware stores or may be ordered from JET.
  • Page 17: Hvbs-56 Bow Assembly - Exploded View

    11.1.1 HVBS-56 Bow Assembly – Exploded View...
  • Page 18: Hvbs-56 Bed Assembly - Exploded View

    11.1.2 HVBS-56 Bed Assembly – Exploded View...
  • Page 19: Hvbs-56 - Bow And Bed Assemblies Parts List

    11.1.3 HVBS-56 – Bow and Bed Assemblies Parts List Index No Part No Description Size 1 ....TS-0051031 ....Hex Cap Bolt ............5/16”x3/4” ...... 4 2 ....TS-0561011 ....Hex Nut ..............1/4” ........ 1 3 ....TS-0680021 ....Flat Washer ............. 1/4” ........ 3 8 ....
  • Page 20 Index No Part No Description Size 63 ....HVBS462-063 ... Bearing Shaft Pin ................... 2 64-1 ... HVBS462-064-1 ..Blade Seat Left ....................1 64-2 ... HVBS462-064-2 ..Blade Seat Right .................... 1 65 ....HVBS56M-065 ..Adjustable Bracket-RH .................. 1 65A ....
  • Page 21 159 .... HVBS463-159 ... Round Cross Head Screw ........3/16”x1/2” ...... 1 160 .... JET-92 ....... JET Logo with 3M adhesive ........92 x 38 mm ....1 ....JJ6CS-OEW2 .... Open End Wrench (not shown) ....... 12/14 mm ...... 1 ....
  • Page 22: Hvbs-56 Stand - Exploded View

    11.2.1 HVBS-56 Stand – Exploded View 11.2.2 HVBS-56 Stand – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size 1 ....HVBS56M-CSA ..Complete Stand Assembly ................1 1-1 ..... HVBS56M-S1 .... Left Stand Leg ....................2 1-2 ..... HVBS56M-S2 .... Right Stand Leg ..................... 2 1-3 .....
  • Page 23: Electrical Connections - Hvbs-56 Band Saw

    12.0 Electrical Connections – HVBS-56 Band Saw...
  • Page 24: Warranty And Service

    Accessories; Shop Tools; Warehouse & Dock products; Hand Tools; Air Tools NOTE: JET is a division of JPW Industries, Inc. References in this document to JET also apply to JPW Industries, Inc., or any of its successors in interest to the JET brand.

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