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Wen BA1487 Instruction Manual

14-inch two-speed band saw with stand
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MODEL BA1487
14-INCH TWO-SPEED
BAND SAW WITH STAND
Instruction Manual
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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 its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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  • Page 1 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@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. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WELCOME Introduction ......................3 Specifications ....................3 SAFETY General Safety Rules ..................4 Specific Rules for Your Band Saw ..............6 Electrical Information ..................8 BEFORE OPERATING Unpacking & Packing List ................9 Know Your Band Saw ..................10 Assembly & Adjustments ................11 OPERATION &...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Band Saw. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool.

  • Page 4: Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

  • Page 6: Specific Rules For Your Band Saw

    SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR BAND SAW WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. SAW BLADE SAFETY 4. Wear work gloves when handling saw blades. DO NOT wear gloves, neckties, jewelry, or loose clothing 1.
  • Page 7 SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR BAND SAW WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. 5. Never hand-hold a workpiece that is too small to be 7. Blade guide, supports, bearings, and blade tension clamped, as it can be launched away and cause inju- must be properly adjusted to avoid accidental blade ry.

  • Page 8: 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 9: Before Operating

    UNPACKING & PACKING LIST WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, carefully remove the band saw from the packaging. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories.

  • Page 10: Know Your Band Saw

    KNOW YOUR BAND SAW TOOL PURPOSE Band saws are used to cut wood. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your band saw. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions.

  • Page 11: Assembly & Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. TO ASSEMBLE THE STAND Fig.
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. INSTALLING THE ACCESSORY TOOLS Fig.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before making any adjustments. TILTING THE TABLE Fig. 12 1. Find and loosen the table bevel lock located in back under the saw table (Fig. 12 - 1). 2.
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION WARNING! If the tension in the blade is too high, it runs the risk of breaking. If the tension is too low, there is a risk of the blade slipping and stopping during a cut. 1.
  • Page 15 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 17 Fig. 18 Fig. 19 LOWER BLADE GUIDE ADJUSTMENT Fig. 20 WARNING! The lower blade guide must be adjusted after every blade change and tracking adjustment. 1. Loosen the set screw (Fig. 20 - 3) and move the entire lower blade guide.
  • Page 16 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE BAND SAW BLADE WARNING! The saw blade is dangerous. Be sure to wear gloves when handling the saw blade in any situation. 1. Loosen the four lock knobs for the guide rail. Remove the guard rail by loosening the four lock knobs located underneath (Fig.

  • Page 17: Operation & Maintenance

    OPERATION WARNINGS & SUGGESTIONS • 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 18 OPERATION USING THE MITER GAUGE Fig. 29 1. Place the miter gauge into the slot on the table. (Fig. 29) 2. Loosen the knob on the gauge to set a new miter angle (be- tween 0 and 60 degrees). 3. Tighten the knob firmly before cutting begins. USING THE PUSH STICK The push stick serves as an extension of the hand and protects against accidental contact with the saw blade.
  • Page 19 OPERATION CONNECT A DUST COLLECTOR Fig. 32 Fig. 33 The band saw provides a dust port for collecting various size hoses. It should be connected with a dust collector during any sawing operations. Ex- cess debris gets collected into the dust drawer un- derneath which should be routinely cleaned out.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    WARNING! Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this tool may be hazardous. Servicing of the tool must be performed by a qualified technician. When servicing, use only identical WEN replacement parts. Use of other parts may be hazardous or induce product failure.

  • Page 21: Exploded View & Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase. Parts and accessories that wear down over the course of normal use are not covered under the warranty.
  • Page 22 3966-020 Bolt 3966-055 screw 3966-021 Retaining ring 3966-056 Main switch 3966-022 Shaft 3966-057 Pan head screw 3966-023 Guide plate BA1487-058 Frame 3966-024 Pulling plate 3966-059 3966-025 Hex head bolt 3966-060 Flat washer 3966-026 Flat washer 3966-061 Bushing 3966-027 Hex nut...
  • Page 23 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. 3966-070 Spring 3966-102 Knob 3966-071 Ball 3966-103 Flat washer Thread forming 3966-104 Socket head screw 3966-072 screw 3966-105 Flat washer 3966-073 Ball house 3966-106 Knob 3966-074 Set screw 3966-107 Guide block 3966-075...
  • Page 24 LED driver 3966-154 Gear 3966-189 Power cord 3966-155 Table adjusting knob 3966-190 Inner cord 3966-156 Lock knob 3966-191 Knob BA1487-157 Table 3966-192 Flat washer 3966-158 Table insert 3966-193 Fence support cap 3966-159 Carriage blot 3966-194 Fence support 3966-160 Angle guide plate...
  • Page 25 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. 3966-206 Lock block 3966-221 Hook 3966-207 Lock handle 3966-222 Hex nut 3966-208 Shaft 3966-223 Rack 3966-209 Guide rail cap 3966-224 Pan head screw 3966-210 Guide rail 3966-225...

  • Page 26: Warranty Statement

    (2) years from date of purchase or 500 hours of use; whichever comes first. Ninety days for all WEN products if the tool is used for pro- fessional or commercial use.
  • Page 27 NOTES...
  • Page 28 THANKS FOR REMEMBERING V. 2022.01.24...

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