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BS-X3453C WELCOME WHAT’S IN THE CRATE Main Bandsaw Body Cast Iron Table Height Adjust Handwheel Mitre Gauge Fence and Rail Mounting Hardware This manual! This bandsaw will require a minimal amount of assembly. Remove parts from the crate and lay them on a clean work surface.
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Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Carbatec to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine.
Australian/New Zealand Standards to ensure their compliance with all mandatory standards and regulations (applicable at time of original sale). Carbatec Pty Ltd are registered as a responsible supplier with relevant Australian government departments and our products are registered on the EESS &...
BS-X3453C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY Operating a power tool can be dangerous if GROUND ALL TOOLS. If the tool is supplied safety and common sense are ignored. The with a 3-prong plug, it must be plugged into operator must be familiar with the operation of a 3-contact electrical receptacle.
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BS-X3453C GENERAL SAFETY ALWAYS UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Always ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE keep tools clean and in good working order. when making adjustments, changing parts or Keep all blades and tool bits sharp, dress performing any maintenance.
BS-X3453C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing enough to carry the current your product will dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on draw, and with compatible pin configuration your skin may promote absorption of harmful and connections.
BS-X3453C BANDSAW SAFETY INTENDED USE • Always use the blade guard to avoid • The machine must only be used in possible injury due to blade breakage. technically perfect condition in accordance • Never leave the work area with the power...
BS-X3453C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Avoid accidental starts: do not press the start button while inserting the plug into the socket. ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service personnel if you do not completely This tool must be grounded while in use to understand the grounding instructions, or if you protect the operator from electric shock.
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY To reduce damage in transport, this Bandsaw will require a small amount of assembly and will require some heavy lifting. Ensure you have additional people to assist with lifting etc. • After unpacking, the machine must be installed.
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BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY PLACING THE BANDSAW Fig. B1 INTO POSITION This machine comes packed upright in a wooden crate. For safe transit, it Eye bolt should remain upright and be moved by a forklift or pallet jack. This bandsaw is provided with an eye...
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY C. INSTALLING THE Fig. C HAND WHEEL The upper guide bearings and blade guard are rack and pinion height adjustable. The hand wheel for this adjustment needs to be installed on the side of the machine, taking care to align the locking grub screw with the flat of the shaft.
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY Install the table insert by pressing into Fig. D2 place, then install the table levelling pin in the table slot at the side with the nut on top and the kip lever below. Tighten to ensure alignment of the split cast table.
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BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLING THE Fig. F1 RIP FENCE Install the fence rail to the table, using the two hex head bolts and washers provided. Fig. F Install the rear supporting fence rail on the rear of the table, with the allen head bolts and washers provided.
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY CHANGING BLADES Fig. G Ensure the machine is turned off and unplug the power cord (for additional safety and releasing the brake). Remove the table insert and table pin. Open the upper and lower doors. Loosen the upper and lower blade guide...
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY ADJUSTING THE TENSION Fig. H1 OF BLADE Blade tension is set by a spring loaded tension mechanism on the upper wheel. Check the level of the tension device before any cutting operation and ensure your quick release lever (Fig. H1 is in the fully engaged position.
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE Fig. I1 Fig. I1 GUIDE ASSEMBLY The side bearing guides should be set as close as possible to the blade, without touching it. An often quoted rule-of-thumb is the thickness of a piece of paper. However in metric terms, up to within approx.
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY DUST COLLECTION Fig. J Dust collection is an important factor on any woodworking machine for personal safety and longevity of the machine. Failure to use adequate dust extraction may cause adverse health effects and void your machine warranty.
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY SAFETY DEVICES Fig. L1 This machine is fitted with a micro limit switch (see Fig. L1), inside the machine body upper and door. The bottom door cannot be opened without opening the top door first. This combination prevents...
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BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY TABLE PARALLEL Fig. N1 ADJUSTMENT Bandsaws require a split table to insert the blade. Cutting a slot in a cast iron table can allow each side of the table to move very slightly, according to environmental conditions. For this...
BS-X3453C ASSEMBLY MACHINE TESTING Once assembly is complete, test run the machine to ensure it is properly connected to power and that its safety components are functioning correctly. If you find an unusual problem during the test run, immediately stop the machine, disconnect it from power, and fix the problem BEFORE operating the machine again.
BS-X3453C OPERATION OPERATION The purpose of this overview is to provide the novice machine operator with a basic understanding of how the machine is used during operation. If you are not experienced with this type of machine, we strongly recommend that you seek additional training outside of this manual.
BS-X3453C OPERATION Ensure you are wearing AS/NZS approved PPE (dust mask or respirator, eye protection and hearing protection). Remember to avoid placing your hands anywhere near the cutting area, and make sure you have push sticks, push blocks in close proximity.
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BS-X3453C OPERATION Fig. S4 Continue feeding until your board is cut through. Controlling your cuts utilising feather boards will free up your hands, allowing you to safety reach around the rear to control the board exiting the blade. Rip cutting can also be done with the table tilted to the required angle (as shown in setup and adjustments).
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BS-X3453C CURVE OR FREE HAND CUTTING Curve cutting is usually done with the fence removed from the machine, or locked out of the way. Ensure you have enough room to perform all your cuts before starting. Remember to avoid placing your hands anywhere near the cutting area, and make sure you have push sticks/push blocks in close proximity.
Blade length on this machine is 3080mm. A wide variety of blades to suit this machine are available from Carbatec - check them out online. The machine accepts blades from 3.2mm to 19mm (1/8" to 3/4”) wide. For best results it is important to understand how to select the right blade.
(avoid silicone based products that may cause issues with wood finishes later on). Take a clean cloth to wipe any cleaning residue, dirt or dust off the table. When it’s dry, apply a surface protectant. Carbatec offer many products for machine cleaning and care. •...
BS-X3453C TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING TO PREVENT INJURY TO YOURSELF or damage to the bandsaw, turn the switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the power cord from the electrical receptacle before making any adjustments. PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Check the cable for breakage.
1. a copy of the order or receipt for the goods; 2. the serial or batch number printed on the A. We warrant that this Carbatec product will be free machinery manufacturing plate; and from defects caused by faulty workmanship or faulty materials for a period of 3 years from date of sale.
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