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- Page 1 9" Bench Band Saw (Model 28-150) PART NO. 900070-0010 Copyright © 2000 Delta Machinery...
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Page 2: Safety Rules
Delta may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons. hazards peculiar to it. 18. REDUCE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. -
Page 3: Safety Rules For Band Saws
24. THE USE of attachments and accessories not rec- ommended by Delta may result in the risk of injuries. 9. CHECK for proper blade size and type. 10. DO NOT attempt to saw stock that does not have a 25. ADDITIONAL... - Page 4 Yournewbandsawis shipped complete inonecontainer, Carefully u npack thesawandallloose itemsfromthe shipping container. Figs.2 and3 illustrate the contents of the container. 1 - Band Saw 2 - Lamp 3 - Lamp cord clamps 4 - 1/4" Iockwashers (2) 5 - M6 x 12mm cheese head screws (2) Fig, 2 6 - Table...
- Page 5 ASSEMBLY iNSTRUCTiONS _WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT BAND TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL THE MACHINE IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU HAVE READ AND UNDER- STOOD THE ENTIRE OWNER'S MANUAL. ASSEMBLING TABLE TO MACHINE Locate table locking lever (shown disassembled) Fig.
- Page 6 5. Locate pinionknob(N)Fig.9,spring (O), a ndspecial screw(P). Fig.9 6. Positionpinionknob(N)Fig.10, ontothe backof sawsothattheteethonthe pinionknob(N)engage the teeth on the trunnion(R).Fasten in placewith special screw(P)andspring using thesupplied 4mmwrench. Fig.10 7. Fasten pointer (S)Fig.11,to the backof bandsaw usingthe M5x 10mmscrew(T). 8. Usingthe supplied4mm Hex socketwrench,re- assemble tablelockinghandle(F)Fig.11,on studand ..
- Page 7 ASSEMBLING LAMP TO MACHINE Assemble the lamp bracket (A) Fig. 13, to the two holes located on the back top cover of the machine using the two M6 x 12mm screws and 1/4" Iockwashers (B) as shown. Peel backing from cord clamps (C)Fig.
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Page 8: Power Connections
FASTENING BAND SAW TO SUPPORTING SURFACE If during operation there is any tendency for the machine to tip over, slide, or "walk" on the supporting surface, the machine must be secured to the supporting surface. Four holes are provided in the band saw base for this purpose, three of which are shown at (A) Fig. - Page 9 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for elec- tric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
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Page 10: Operating Controls And Adjustments
OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS STARTING AND STOPPING SAW The switch (A) Fig. 20, is located on the front side of the band saw. To turn the saw "ON" move the switch (A) to the up position. To turn the saw "OFF" move the switch (A) to the down position. -
Page 11: Adjusting Blade Tension
ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION Blades of 1/8", 1/4", and 3/8" wide by 59-1/2" in length are available for use with your band saw. NOTE: The blade tension must be adjusted to accommodate differ- ent blade widths in order to provide proper blade track- ing, cutting performance and blade life. -
Page 12: Adjusting Upper Blade Guides And Blade Support Bearing
ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT BEARING iMPORTANT: BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER BLADE GUIDES MUST BE PROPERLY ADJUSTED TO PREVENT THE BLADE FROM TWiSTiNG DURING OPERATION. DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE. NOTE: Upper blade guard (B) Fig. 27, is shown removed for clarity. Loosen the two screws (C) Fig. -
Page 13: Adjusting Lower Blade Guides And Blade Support Bearing
ADJUSTING LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT BEARING The lower blade guides and blade support bearing should be adjusted at the same time as the upper guides and support bearings as follows: DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE. Fig. 29 Fig. -
Page 14: Tilting The Table
TILTING THE TABLE The table can be tilted 45 degrees to the right. To tilt the table, loosen lock handle (A) Fig. 31, and turn knob (B) clockwise until desired angle is established. Then tighten lock handle (A). NOTE: The table lock handle (A) can be repositioned by pulling out on the handle and repositioning... -
Page 15: Adjusting Belt Tension
ADJUSTING BELT TENSION If the drive belt on your band saw needs adjustment, proceed as follows: DISCONNECT FROM POWER Fig. 34 SOURCE. The belt (A) Fig. 34, drives the saw pulley from the motor pulley. Correct tension of the belt (A) is when there is approximately 1/4"... -
Page 16: Wrench Storage
WRENCH STORAGE The 3mm and 4mm adjustment wrenches (A) supplied with your band saw can be conveniently stored inside the wheel cover as shown in Fig. 37. MITER GAGE A miter gage (A) Fig. 38, is supplied with your band saw. The miter gage body (C)can be adjusted... -
Page 17: Operating The Band Saw
ACCESSORY RIP FENCE OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS The accessory rip fence (A) Fig. 42, can be moved along the table surface by lifting lock lever (B) and sliding the rip fence (A) to the desired location on the table. Push down on lever (B) to firmly lock rip fence in position on the table. - Page 18 CUTTING CURVES When cutting curves, turn the stock carefully so that the blade follows without twisting. If a curve is so abrupt that it is necessary to repeatedly back up and cut a new kerf, a narrower blade, a blade with more set, or additional relief cuts Fig.
- Page 19 Fig.46 Fig.46 illustrates a typicalbevel c uttingoperation usinga mitergage. Fig.47 Fig.47 illustrates a typicalresawing application usingtheaccessory r ipfence.
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE in spite of how well a band saw is maintained, problems can occur. The following troubleshooting guide will help you solve the more common problems: Trouble: SAW WILL NOT START. Probable Cause Remedy 1. Saw not plugged in. 1. - Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED) Trouble: BLADE WILL NOT TRACK. Probable Cause Remedy 1. Blade too loose 1. Adjust tension 2. Upper wheel not properly adjusted. 2. Adjust upper wheel. 3. Improper back-up bearing adjustment. 3. Adjust back-up. Trouble: CUT DOES NOT AGREE WITH SETTING ON THE TILT SCALE. Probable Cause Remedy...
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Page 22: Band Saw Blades
This will save blades and will produce better work. Band saw blades may be purchased, welded, set and sharpened ready for use. For cutting wood and simi- lar materials, Delta can supply blades in widths of 1/8, 1/4, and 3/8 inches. Any one of a number of conditions may cause a band saw blade to break. - Page 23 NOTES...
- Page 24 L.TA All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a network of Porter-Cable°Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional information regarding your Delta quality product or to obtain parts, service, warranty assistance, or the location of the nearest service outlet, please call 1-888-848-5175 (In Canada call 1- 800-463-3582).