Assembly; Unpackaging; Install Table Assembly; Mount Band Saw - PowerTec BS900 Owner's Manual

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UNPACKAGING

Refer to Figure 1.
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• Check freight damage before opening the package. If
freight damage is noticed, file claim with the carrier
immediately.
Check to ensure all parts are present.
• Check for complete part list. Contact Customer Service
Center immediately for missing parts.
• This band saw comes mostly assembled. It requires
some additional assembling, installation, and adjustment
before use.
• Locate the following parts before assembling:
A Mitre Gauge Assembly
B Table Assembly
C Locking Handle with Washer
D Table Locking Insert Assembly
Figure 1
(not in scale)
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CAUTION: Do not attempt assembly if parts are missing.
Use operator's manual to order replacement parts.

INSTALL TABLE ASSEMBLY

Refer to Figure 1 and 2
• Locate and remove the trunnion knob.
• Place the table assembly onto the saw frame.
• Replace and secure the trunnion knob.
• Use the provided lock screw handle with washer to
secure the table assembly to the saw frame.
• The table tilt angle is adjustable. Use a combination
square to calibrate the table tilt position. Set the table
perpendicular to the saw blade and zero the pointer of
table tilt scale.
• Install table slot locking assembly.
B C

ASSEMBLY

Figure 2

MOUNT BAND SAW

Refer to Figure 3
• The band saw must be installed in a well-lighted area
with correct power supply.
• Four mounting holes are on the base of band saw. If
pre-drilled holes do not exist on the bench surface, drill
four holes.
D
• Band saw can be installed on either a workbench or a
tool stand by using bolts. Lock washers, and hex nuts.
(mounting hardware not included)
• The band saw must be bolted to a firm and level sur
face.
• There must be enough clearance for the moving work
piece during operation. There must be enough room for
safe
safety operation of the machine.
Figure 3

POWER SOURCE

WARNING
Do not connect to the power source until the machine is
completely assembled.
The machine is wired for 120 volts, 60 HZ alternating
current. Before connecting the machine to the power
source, make sure the switch is in the "OFF" position.
Running the unit on voltages which are not within range
Pointer
Trunnion Knob
Mounting Holes
Lock Screw Handle
well-lit
surface