Jet JWBS-14SFX-BLK Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
14-inch Woodworking Band Saw
Model JWBS-14SFX-BLK
JET
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086
Part No. M-JT1-1371
Ph.: 800-274-6848
Edition 2 08/2024
www.jettools.com
Copyright © 2024 JET

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 14-inch Woodworking Band Saw Model JWBS-14SFX-BLK 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-JT1-1371 Ph.: 800-274-6848 Edition 2 08/2024 www.jettools.com Copyright © 2024 JET...
  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    21. Make certain machine is properly grounded. Black. This coating is on the table. While the JET Black coating is durable, it can be 22. Do not back stock out of blade while blade is damaged if metal or other hard and/or sharp running.
  • Page 3 28. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, 36. Never leave machine running unattended. Turn power off and do not leave band saw until blade master switches or by removing starter keys. comes to a complete stop. 29. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse- 37.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    10.1 Lubrication Points ........................... 22 10.2 Additional Servicing ..........................22 11.0 Blade Selection Guide ..........................23 12.0 Troubleshooting JWBS-14SFX-BLK Band Saw ..................24 12.1 Operational Problems ..........................24 12.2 Mechanical and Electrical Problems ...................... 26 13.0 Replacement Parts ............................. 26...
  • Page 5: About This Manual

    If there are any questions or comments, please contact either your local supplier or JET. You can also reach us at our web site: www.jettools.com.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Maximum blade width 3/4 in. (19 mm) Blade speed 15.24 m/s (3000 FPM) Wheel speed 765 RPM Main Materials Table Ground cast iron with JET Black coating Table insert Anodized aluminum Trunnion Engineered diecast and steel Frame Steel Stand Steel...
  • Page 7 L = length, W = width, H = height 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 8: Setup And Assembly

    Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting assembly or operation. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 5.0 Setup and Assembly This machine has an industrial- grade low-friction corrosion-resistant coating on the table. While the coating is durable, it can be damaged if metal or other hard and/or sharp Figure 5-2: hardware package JWBS14SFX-HP objects strike, gouge, or scratch the surface.
  • Page 9: Installing Dust Chute

    Note: A blade is not provided with the saw. You may toward front of saw. purchase one locally, or from your JET dealer. See (If the teeth will not point down, no matter how sect. 4.0 for blade requirements of the JWBS- the blade is oriented, then blade is inside-out.
  • Page 10: Replacing Wood Insert

    9. Position blade at center of upper and lower saw. Thus, either a jig of some kind must be wheels. used with the band saw, or another method of cutting must be used. Possibilities include 10. Reinstall wood insert, table insert and table pin. clamping the insert in a vise and cutting it with (The table pin prevents deflection of table along a hand saw, or using another machine that...
  • Page 11: Blade Tracking

    ) with your right hand while continuing to rotate wheel with your left. IMPORTANT: This adjustment is sensitive; perform in small increments and give blade time to react to changes. 8. When blade is tracking near approximate center of wheel, tighten locking handle (J ), and close upper door.
  • Page 12: Upper Thrust Bearing

    7. If thrust bearing does not line up with blade, 3. Tighten lock knob (N). lateral adjustment of the entire guide bracket 4. Make sure all lock knobs on upper guide can be made using the lock knob (K) and the 2 bearing assembly tightened...
  • Page 13: Aligning Table

    5.15 Aligning Table 5. Turn stop screw (HP8) until it contacts saw frame, and tighten hex nut (HP6) against table. The table must be adjusted so that: 6. If needed, loosen screw and move pointer (M, • Blade runs through center of table insert. Figure 5-15) to align with zero on scale.
  • Page 14: Dust Collection

    We recommend your dust collector has a minimum rating of 400 CFM. JET has a full line of dust collection systems available. See your dealer or visit our website at www.jettools.com.
  • Page 15: 115 Volt Operation

    conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be 2. Disconnect the 110V electrical outlet at the plugged into a matching outlet that is properly upper rear of saw frame. This socket will not be installed and grounded in accordance with all local used when the band saw is drawing 230V codes and ordinances.
  • Page 16: Adjustments

    7.0 Adjustments This machine has an industrial- grade low-friction corrosion-resistant coating on the table. While the coating is durable, it can be damaged if metal or other hard and/or sharp objects strike, gouge, or scratch the surface. Significant damage to the coating may affect its performance.
  • Page 17: Guide Post

    Figure 7-6: table tilt 7.4 Guide Post 1. Loosen lock knob (see G , Figure 5-7) and raise or lower guide post using handwheel (G Figure 7-4 Figure 5-7). 2. Position blade guide assembly so that bottom of guide bearing assembly is about 3/16-inch above material to be cut.
  • Page 18: Wheel Brush

    8.0 Operating Controls 8.1 Start/Stop Switch Press green button to start. Press red paddle button to stop. IMPORTANT: Buttons must be pressed hard enough until an audible “click” is heard. If a power outage occurs, band saw will resume action instantly upon power restoration.
  • Page 19: Operation

    9.0 Operation This machine has an industrial- grade low-friction corrosion-resistant coating on the table. While the coating is durable, it can be damaged if metal or other hard and/or sharp objects strike, gouge, or scratch the surface. Significant damage to the coating may affect its performance.
  • Page 20: Resawing

    Figure 9-5: blade lead Figure 9-3: crosscutting 9.6 Saw Blade Selection 9.4 Resawing Using the proper blade for the job will increase the Resawing is the process of slicing stock to reduce operating efficiency of your band saw, help reduce its thickness, or to produce boards that are thinner necessary saw maintenance, and improve your than the original workpiece.
  • Page 21: Shape

    General rule: Use a blade that will have no fewer than 6 and no more than 12 teeth in the workpiece at any given time. Figure 9-8: blade set Figure 9-6: blade pitch 9.11 Material 9.9 Shape Band saw blades can be made from different types Figure 9-7 shows common types of tooth shape.
  • Page 22: User Maintenance

    (See our website for a full line on the table. While the coating is durable, it can of JET dust collectors.) be damaged if metal or other hard and/or sharp objects strike, gouge, or scratch the surface.
  • Page 23: Blade Selection Guide

    11.0 Blade Selection Guide Table 3 Identify the material and thickness of your workpiece. The chart will show the recommended PITCH, blade TYPE, and FEED RATE. Key: H – Hook L – Low S – Skip M – Medium R – Regular H –...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Jwbs-14Sfx-Blk Band Saw

    12.0 Troubleshooting JWBS-14SFX-BLK Band Saw 12.1 Operational Problems Table 4 Symptom Probable Cause Correction Table tilt does not hold Lock handle not tight. Tighten lock handle. position under load. Trunnion locking mechanism is broken Replace trunnion locking mechanism. or worn.
  • Page 25 Symptom Probable Cause Correction Blade breaks Feed force too great. Reduce feed force. prematurely. Blade pitch too coarse. Refer to blade selection chart; use finer pitch blade. Guide bearings not properly supporting Check guide bearings for correct blade. position and signs of wear. Adjust or replace as needed.
  • Page 26: Mechanical And Electrical Problems

    Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered from JET. Some parts are shown for reference only and may not be available individually.
  • Page 27: Jwbs-14Sfx-Blk - Band Saw Assembly - Exploded View

    13.1.1 JWBS-14SFX-BLK – Band Saw Assembly – Exploded View...
  • Page 28: Jwbs-14Sfx-Blk - Table, Fence, Lower Blade Guide Assembly - Exploded View

    13.1.2 JWBS-14SFX-BLK – Table, Fence, Lower Blade Guide Assembly – Exploded View...
  • Page 29: Jwbs-14Sfx-Blk - Band Saw Stand Assembly - Exploded View

    13.1.3 JWBS-14SFX-BLK – Band Saw Stand Assembly – Exploded View 13.1.4 JWBS-14LIT (#714403) – Band Saw Light Kit * – Exploded View * Optional Accessory – see your dealer to order.
  • Page 30: Jwbs-14Sfx-Blk - Miter Gauge Assembly* -Exploded View

    13.1.5 JWBS-14SFX-BLK – Miter Gauge Assembly* –Exploded View Part Assembly No.: PM1500-109 * Optional Accessory – see your dealer to order. 13.1.6 JWBS-14SFX-BLK – Push and Blade* – Exploded View * Optional Accessory – see your dealer to order.
  • Page 31: Jwbs-14Sfx-Blk Band Saw - Parts List

    019 .... JWBS14SFX-019 ..Motor Assembly ............1.75HP, 115V/230V ..1 ………….JWBS14SFX-019WD ..Wiring Diagram (not shown) ................1 ....LM000333 ....Motor Label, JWBS-14SFX-BLK (not shown) ..........1 ………….JWBS14SFX-019MF ..Motor Fan (not shown) .................. 1 ………….JWBS14SFX-019MFC ..
  • Page 32 Index No Part No Description Size 064 .... JWBS14SFX-064 ..Upper Wheel Assembly (#64-1 thru 64-4) ............. 1 064-1 ..JWBS14SFX-064-1 ... Upper Wheel ....................1 064-2 ..JWBS14SFX-064-2 ... Tire ........................ 1 064-3 ..BB-6203ZZ ....Bearing ..............6203/2RZ ...... 2 063-4 ..
  • Page 33 Index No Part No Description Size 131-2 ..JWBS14SFX-131-2 ... Rivet ................ 4x8mm ......4 131-3 ..JWBS14SFX-131-3 ... Sight Glass ....................1 132 .... TS-1502021 ....Socket Head Cap Screw ......... M5x10 ......4 133 .... JWBS14SFX-133 ..Upper Guide Base ..................1 135 ....
  • Page 34 286 .... TS-2361061 ....Lock Washer …............6 mm ......1 287 .... JWBS14SFX-287 ..Eccentric Shaft ..................... 1 ....JWBS14SFXBLK-1 ... ID Label, JWBS-14SFX-BLK (not shown) ............. 1 ....LM000331 ....Warning Label, JWBS-14SFX-BLK (not shown) ........... 1 ....
  • Page 35: Jwbs-14Sfx-Blk Stand - Parts List

    HP6 ... TS-2311081 ....Hex Nut ..............M8 ....... 12 HP7 ... TS-2361081 ....Lock Washer ............8mm ......4 ....JWBS14SFX-429 ..JET Stripe, JWBS-14SFX-BLK (not shown) ..........1 13.1.9 JWBS-14LIT Light Kit* (#714403) – Parts List (Optional Accessory)
  • Page 36: Electrical Connections

    14.0 Electrical Connections 14.1 Electrical Connections for 115V 14.2 Electrical Connections for 230V...
  • Page 37: 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.
  • Page 38: Notes

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  • Page 40 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.jettools.com...

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