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Original Instructions
SABRE-300 12"
Bandsaw
Version 3.3
December 2023
It is important to register your product as soon as possible in order to receive efficient after sales
support and be entitled to the full 5 year guarantee. Your statutory rights are not affected.
Always wear safety glasses when
using woodworking equipment.
To register this product please visit
www.recordpower.info
Please see back cover for contact details.
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For your safety read instructions carefully before
assembling or using this product.
Always read the instructions
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  • Page 1 Original Instructions SABRE-300 12" Bandsaw Version 3.3 December 2023 To register this product please visit www.recordpower.info It is important to register your product as soon as possible in order to receive efficient after sales support and be entitled to the full 5 year guarantee. Your statutory rights are not affected.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Explanation of Symbols General Health and Safety Guidance Additional Health and Safety Guidance for Bandsaws Record Power Guarantee Getting to Know Your Bandsaw Specifications Contents of the Package Assembly Assembly of the Optional 67052 Table Extension 10 Assembly of the Optional 69103 Pedal Wheel Kit...

  • Page 3: Explanation Of Symbols

    1. Explanation of Symbols THE SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS SHOWN BELOW MAY BE USED THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION WHEREVER THE WARNINGS ARE USED. Mandatory Instructions Read and fully understand the instruction manual before attempting to use the machine. Indicates an instruction that requires particular attention Wear protective eyewear Use respiratory protective equipment...

  • Page 4: General Health And Safety Guidance

    2. General Health and Safety Guidance Ensure that you carefully read and fully understand the 6. The machine should be level and stable at all times instructions in this manual before assembly, installation and • When using a leg stand or cabinet base that is designed to be fitted to use of this product.
  • Page 5 2. General Health and Safety Guidance complete stop. • Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension, or as additional support for a work piece that is longer or wider than the basic • If the work area is to be left unattended, all machinery should be table, or to help feed, support, or pull the work piece.

  • Page 6: Additional Health And Safety Guidance For Bandsaws

    2. General Health and Safety Guidance • Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage 32. Have your machine repaired by a qualified person of parts and any other conditions that may affect the operation of • This machine complies with the relevant safety rules and standards the machine.

  • Page 7: Record Power Guarantee

    Guarantee should be made directly to Record Power or its Authorised Distributor Record Power guarantees that for a period of 5 years from the date (for details of the Authorised Distributor in your country please see of purchase the components of qualifying Products (see clauses 1.2.1 your Product manual or check www.recordpower.info for details).

  • Page 8: Getting To Know Your Bandsaw

    5. Getting to Know Your Bandsaw On and off switches Blade guide lock Table Rip fence assembly Side dust extraction port Blade tracking knob lock Blade tensioning knob Blade tracking knob Lower door knob Guide post cap Rear dust extraction port Cam tension lever Upper door knob Motor...

  • Page 9: Contents Of The Package

    7. Contents of the Package SABRE-300 Bandsaw Blade guide position hand wheel M6 nut Table with levelling pin Rip fence Power cord (UK plug shown) M8 x 20 button head screw Guide post cap 2.5 mm hex wrench Flat washer...
  • Page 10 7. Contents of the Package Cabinet base panel Cabinet right hand side panel Cabinet shelf Cabinet door Cabinet back panel Cabinet left hand side panel Fixed plate M6 x 16 socket head cap screw M6 nylon locking nut Bushing M6 x 20 socket head cap screw M6 x 25 socket head cap screw M6 x 12 flanged hex head bolt Washer...

  • Page 11: Assembly

    8. Assembly Fig 8.1 Back Important: Do not fully tighten the fixings until the cabinet is fully assembled. Assembling the Cabinet Base The cabinet base features a set of 3 holes in 3 of the 4 corners and a single set of 2 holes in the remaining corner.
  • Page 12 8. Assembly Install the shelf as shown in Fig 8.6 by placing it over the central bolts. Fig 8.6 Ensure that the protruding connectivity points on the shelf are positioned at the front, Fig 8.7. Fully tighten all fixings with a 13 mm wrench to secure the structure of the cabinet base.
  • Page 13 8. Assembly Attach the M6 x 20 socket head cap screw, bushing and nylon locking nut Fig 8.11 to the door as shown in Fig 8.11 using a 10 mm wrench and 5 mm hex wrench. Fit the door to the fixed plate by placing the location holes over the upper and lower M6 x 16 socket head cap screws, as shown in Fig 8.12.
  • Page 14 8. Assembly Secure the base to the bandsaw using the 4 M6 x 45 socket head cap Fig 8.16 screws as shown in Fig 8.16. Carefully raise the bandsaw to the upright position and remove the blocks of wood. The table trunnion has 4 holes as shown in Fig 8.17 and the underside of the table has 4 corresponding threaded holes as shown in Fig 8.18.
  • Page 15 8. Assembly Positioning the Table at 90º to the Blade Fig 8.21 Loosen the table locking handle as shown in Fig 8.21 and rotate the table tilting knob to gain access to the underside. Place the M8 nut onto the M8 x 25 hex head bolt and attach to the underside of the table as shown in Fig 8.22.
  • Page 16 8. Assembly Ensure the rip fence rail is parallel to the table by measuring the Fig 8.26 distance between them at one end as shown in Fig 8.27 and ensure the measurement is the same at the opposite end as shown in Fig 8.28. Important: Ensure at this stage the table levelling pin is installed as shown in Fig 8.29.
  • Page 17 8. Assembly Repeat this process at the opposite end of the table as shown in Fig 8.31, Fig 8.31 ensuring both measurements are equal. Fitting the Fence Place the rip fence mount onto the rail as shown in Fig 8.32. Slide the rip fence onto the mount as shown in Fig 8.33.
  • Page 18 8. Assembly The fence can also be fitted as shown in Fig 8.36. This position allows Fig 8.36 the guides to move much further down to support the blade when cutting thinner materials. The fence features a pad at the end nearest to the rear of the machine as shown in Fig 8.37.
  • Page 19 8. Assembly Re-fit the rip fence to the mount as previously described and shown in Fig Fig 8.41 8.41. Aligning the Fence with the Blade For accurate cutting the rip fence must be parallel to the blade as shown in Fig 8.42.
  • Page 20 8. Assembly Fig 8.46 Fitting the Blade Tensioning Knob Place the tension knob onto the tensioning shaft as shown in Fig 8.46. Fitting the Guide Post Cap The guide post cap must be installed before use of the bandsaw. Its purpose is to keep the guide post covered when the guides are in the highest positions as the post will protrude from the upper band wheel box.
  • Page 21 8. Assembly Fig 8.51 Fitting the Push Stick Holder Screw the M6 x 30 hex socket head screw to the bandsaw frame as shown in Fig 8.51 and secure in place with the M6 nut. Place the push stick holder onto the screw as shown in Fig 8.52.

  • Page 22: Assembly Of The Optional 67052 Table Extension

    8. Assembly Fig 8.56 Lower Cabinet Dust Cap The machine is fitted with a dust cap in the top right-hand corner of the lower band wheel box. This is designed to aid dust extraction effectiveness and to reduce airflow leakage into the main cabinet. The dust cap should be applied after the blade has been fitted, tensioned and tracked as shown in Fig 8.56.
  • Page 23 9. Assembly of the Optional 67052 Table Extension Fig 9.2 The assembly procedure is the same for both positions. To attach the extension to the side of the table, use the holes shown in Fig 9.3 and Fig 9.4. To attach to the rear of the table use the holes shown in Fig 9.5 and Fig 9.6.
  • Page 24 9. Assembly of the Optional 67052 Table Extension Fig 9.7 Fit the 3 blind set screws to the extension in the locations shown in Fig 9.7 and then the M6 nuts. Attach the extension to the main table as shown in Fig 9.8 and Fig 9.9, using the M8 x 25 bolts, medium washers and M8 nuts.
  • Page 25 9. Assembly of the Optional 67052 Table Extension Parts List and Diagram Description Part Number Quantity 67052 SABRE sheet metal table extension M8 x 25 bolt 99289 Medium washer 99226 Small washer 99311 M8 nut CVG130-105 M6 nut 99312 M6 x 16 blind screw set 99310...

  • Page 26: Assembly Of The Optional 69103 Pedal Wheel Kit

    10. Assembly of the Optional 69103 Pedal Wheel Kit Before attaching the wheel kit to the bandsaw check that all the contents of the package are present. Description axle split pin wheel washer hex bolt M8 x 50 washer bracket pedal Description wheel...
  • Page 27 10. Assembly of the Optional 69103 Pedal Wheel Kit Place the axle through the holes on the left-hand side of the cabinet base, Fig 10.1 as shown in Fig 10.1. Fit a wheel at both ends of the axle using 2 split pins and flat washers, as shown in Fig 10.2.

  • Page 28: Operation And Bandsawing Practice

    11. Operation and Bandsawing Practice Fig 11.1 Caution: Before carrying out any adjustments or maintenance ensure that the machine is isolated and disconnected from the electricity supply. Changing the Bandsaw Blade Open the upper and lower band wheel box doors. Remove the securing table levelling pin as shown in Fig 11.1 to allow the blade to be passed through the front of the table as it is removed.
  • Page 29 11. Operation and Bandsawing Practice Tensioning the Bandsaw Blade Fig 11.6 Re-engage the cam tension lever and if necessary adjust the tension knob to apply the correct tension to the blade. We suggest testing the tension by the amount the blade will deflect sideways from the upper band wheel box, as shown in Fig 11.6.
  • Page 30 11. Operation and Bandsawing Practice Fig 11.11 Important: Blade guards removed for viewing purposes only. Blade guards must be in place prior to use. Side guide Setting the Blade Guides Once the blade is installed, tensioned and tracked the guides must be set correctly around it.
  • Page 31 11. Operation and Bandsawing Practice The rear guide must now be set in the correct position. Loosen the rear Fig 11.16 Rear guide shaft guide lock knob and position the guide by moving the guide shaft as shown in Fig 11.16. Adjusting the Lower Blade Guides The lower guides are set in the same way as the upper guides.
  • Page 32 Changing the Speed of the Bandsaw Fig 11.21 The SABRE-300 can run at either 500 m / min or 1000 m / min. The higher speed is suitable for cutting wood and the lower speed is suitable for cutting non-ferrous metals.
  • Page 33 11. Operation and Bandsawing Practice Attaching the Bayonet Fitting and 4” Hose to the Machine Fig 11.26 Female connection Place the bayonet fitting inside the rear dust extraction port, making sure slot that the male connection points are correctly aligned with the female connection slots on the extraction port, Fig 7.26 and Fig 7.27.
  • Page 34 Remove the faulty your country. component and replace only with genuine Record Power replacement The table provides a guide to selection only. Exact tooth configurations parts. Any electrical components should only be replaced by a suitably are not always available, nor are all blade configurations covered, but the qualified person.
  • Page 35 11. Operation and Bandsawing Practice Blade Selection (TPI) - Cont. Material Material Thickness Having selected an appropriate blade for the particular thickness and type <6 mm 6-12 mm 12-25 mm >25mm of material to be sawn, it is essential that the saw blade is allowed to cut Perspex 16 TPI 14 TPI...
  • Page 36 11. Operation and Bandsawing Practice Blade Selection Summary BB9514-3PACK Pack of 3 Blades for SABRE-300 To see how TPI and width of the blade come together, use the table opposite for reference. (1/4”, 3/8” and 5/8”) • Regularly examine the blade for excessive damage or cracking as a result of fatigue.

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    12. Maintenance Fig 12.1 Before carrying out any adjustments or maintenance ensure that the machine is isolated and disconnected from the electricity supply. Replacing the Drive Belt Remove the bandsaw blade and loosen the drive belt tension nut as shown in Fig 12.1.
  • Page 38 The SABRE-300 can run at either 500 m / min or 1000 m / min. The higher speed is suitable for cutting wood and the lower speed is suitable for cutting Fig 12.7...
  • Page 39 12. Maintenance Remove the circlips from the rear and front of the wheel as shown in Fig Fig 12.11 12.11. Place the band wheel on 2 blocks of wood as shown in Fig 12.12 and using a brass drift carefully tap out the bearings and bearing spacer from the inside of the band wheel.
  • Page 40 12. Maintenance Remove the 2 M4 x 10 hex head screws as shown in Fig 12.16, at either Fig 12.16 2.5 mm side of the guide assembly using a 2.5 mm hex wrench. wrench The plastic guarding can now be removed from the guide assembly. The side guide blocks and rear guide can now be removed and replaced as shown in Fig 12.17 and Fig 12.18.
  • Page 41 If the brake does not function correctly, there are no user serviceable parts within the motor, so the motor unit must be replaced as a complete unit. If a replacement motor is needed, please contact Record Power Ltd or their local representative in your country for further assistance. The expected life of the brake components is 20,000 start/stop cycles.

  • Page 42: Dust Extraction

    Record Power Dust Extraction Machines 90 litre capacity, 1 kW twin or triple motor, 0.5 micron filtration. Below is a summary of the Record Power range. Please visit your local stockist or go online for full details. CGV486 CamVac Series Heavy Duty Extractor DX1000 Fine Filter 45 Litre Extractor 200 litre capacity, 1 kW triple motor, 0.5 micron filtration.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    14. Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Will not cut in a straight line. 1. Blade is blunt. 1. Change blade. 2. Blade guides set too high. 2. Adjust blade guides. 3. Blade tension incorrect. 3. Adjust blade tension. 4. Fence aligned incorrectly. 4.

  • Page 44: Electrical Connection And Wiring Diagram

    15. Electrical Connection and Wiring Diagram Machines supplied for use in the UK are fitted with a 3 pin plug conforming to BS1363, fitted with a fuse conforming to BS1362 and appropriate to the current rating of the machine. or coloured green / green and yellow. Machines supplied for use in other countries within the European Union are In the case of the BS1363 plug for use in the UK, always ensure that it is fitted with a 2 pin Schuko plug conforming to CEE 7/7.

  • Page 45: Parts Diagrams And Lists

    16. Parts Diagrams and Lists Frame Assembly...
  • Page 46 16. Parts Diagrams and Lists...
  • Page 47 16. Parts Diagrams and Lists Driving System Assembly Part number Description M8X20GB70D1Z Hex socket head cap screw M8X20 WSH8GB93Z Washer 8 WSH8GB5287Z Large washer 8 CLP40GB893D1B Circlip ring BRG6203-2RSGB276 Bearing DJL28020004 Bearing spacer RCBS300A021001 Upper wheel BS300A021001 Tyre BS300A020001 Blade BS300A022001 Lower wheel 1-4PJ546GB16588...
  • Page 48 16. Parts Diagrams and Lists Table Assembly Part number Description Part number Description M6X5GB77B12D9 Hex socket set screw M6X5 WSH8GB93B Washer 8 JL26050008A-001S Table insert WSH8GB97D1B Flat washer 8 RCBS300A031001 Table M6X16GB77B Hex socket set screw M6X16 JL26050006 Handle JL27050004C Support bracket M6GB889D1Z Hex lock nut M6...
  • Page 49 16. Parts Diagrams and Lists Blade Tension Assembly Part number Description Part number Description M4GB889D1B Hex lock nut M4 SBWBS-B-80-12X14 Tension knob BS300A042002 Tension nut BS300A041001 Connecting plate BS300A040003 Pointer BS250B041201 Upper cam M4X16GB818Z Pan head screw M4X16 BS250B041010 Positioning bolt BS300A040001 Upper wheel spindle M6GB6177D1B...
  • Page 50 16. Parts Diagrams and Lists Upper Guide Assembly 18 17 Part number Description Part number Description M6X16GB70D1Z Hex socket head cap screw M6X16 BS300A051005 Eccentric shaft M5X12GB70D1B Hex socket head cap screw M5X12 BS300A051009 Guide shaft WSH5GB96D1B Large washer 5 BS300A051007 Lock handle JL27040002A...
  • Page 51 16. Parts Diagrams and Lists Rip Fence Assembly 10 11 12 13 14 Part number Description SBWBS-B-65-M8X22 Locking handle BS300A062003 Adjustment handle column SBWBS-B-40-M8X22 Locking handle M4X8GB70D1Z Hex socket head cap screw M4X8 BS300A062002 Clamp knob RCBS300A062002 Adjustment handle bracket BS300A062008 Locking handle WSH6GB5287Z...
  • Page 52 16. Parts Diagrams and Lists Cabinet Base Assembly Part number Description BS300A100002 Left side panel XCTQLJMLM-M6X16 Countersunk head rivet nut M6X16 BS300A100007 Fixed plate M6X16GB70D1Z Hex socket head cap screw M6X16 BS300A100005 Beam BS300A100003 Back side panel M6X12GB5789Z Hex flange bolt M6X12 BS300A100004 Right side panel M6GB889D1Z...

  • Page 53: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Andrew Greensted Managing Director Technical file held by Andrew Greensted, Record Power Ltd, Centenary House, 11 Midland Way, Barlborough Links, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 4XA, United Kingdom Record Power B.V., Verlengde Poolseweg 16, 4818 CL BREDA, Netherlands, Tel: +31 76 52 44 766...
  • Page 56 Woodworking Machinery and Accessories Record Power Ltd, Centenary House, 11 Midland Way, Barlborough Links, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S43 4XA Tel: +44 (0) 1246 571 020 Fax: +44 (0) 1246 571 030 www.recordpower.co.uk To register a product and find your local stockist visit recordpower.info...

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