Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product JWBS-16B Wilton
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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 16-Inch Woodworking Band Saw Model JWBS-16B WMH TOOL GROUP, Inc. 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60124 Part No. M-708749B Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision A 03/08 www.wmhtoolgroup.com Copyright © 2008 WMH Tool Group, Inc.
2 Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group, Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers lo cated throughout the United States can giv e you qu ick service.
3 Table of Contents Warranty and Service ........................................................................................................... ......................... 2 Table of Contents ........................................................
4 Warning 1. Read and understand the entire o wner's manual before attemptin g assembly or operation. 2. Rea d and understand the warnings posted on the mach ine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause seri ous injury.
5 blahblahblah 20. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks , master switc hes or by removing starter keys. 21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking a r ound, carrying on a conversation and “horse -play” are careless acts that can result in seriou s injury.
6 Introduction This manual is provided by Jet coveri ng the sa fe operation and maintenance procedu res for model JWBS-16B Band Saw. This manual co ntains instruct ions on installation, safety precautio ns, general operating procedures, maintenance in structions and parts breakdown.
7 Grounding Instructions This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the opera tor from electric shock. In the event of a malfunction or br eakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance fo r electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
8 Unpacking Remove the packing material from t he band saw. Note: Remove the plywood and bolts from the base. Inspect the machine for damage. Report any damage to your distributor and shipping agent.
9 Assembly and Setup Base Support Extension 1. Attach straps (A, Fig. 1A) to extension base (B, Fig. 1A) with (2) 5/16-18 button head cap screws (C, Fig. 1A) and with (2 ) 5/16 flat washers (D, Fig. 1A). If needed punch holes through striping decal. NOTE: Leave screws slightly loose.
10 Adjusting Blade Tension 1. Disconnect machine fro m the power source, unplug. 2. Turn blade tensi on hand wheel (E, Fig. 2) counter-clockwise to tension blade, and clockwise to loosen the tension. A gauge on the upper wheel slide bracket (F, Fig. 2) indicates the approximate tension a ccording to the width of the blade.
11 Lower Blade Guide Adjustment Disconnect machine from the power source, unplug before making any adjustments! Blade teeth are sharp! Use care when working near the saw blad e. Failure to comply may cause serious injury! 1. Blade tensi on and tracking must be properly adjusted prior to blade guide setup.
12 Mounting the Table 1. Mount the trunnion suppo rt bracket (A, Fig. 5) to the bandsaw with four 5/16” x 1-1/2 ” hex cap bolts, and four 5/16” lock washers (B, Fig. 5). 2. Remove the round table insert (C, Fig. 5) found where the blade goes through the table.
13 Rail Assembly (optional accessory) 1. Attach the front rail (A, Fig. 8) to the cast iron table with two 1/4” x 5/8” hex cap bol ts, two 1/4” lock washers, and two 1/4” flat washers. Bolts should be in approximately the center of the slot. Hand tighten only at this time.
14 4. Check the clearance bet ween the table and the fence. The gap should be the same at the front of the table as it is at the rear. If the gap width is different, adjust the foot at the rear of the fence until the gap width is the same, Figure 11.
15 Tilting the Table 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source, unplug. 2. Loosen the lock knobs (A, Fig. 13). 3. Tilt table up to 45 degre es to the right, or up to 10 degrees to the left. 4. Tighten the lock knobs. Note : Table stop bolt (B, Fig.
16 Changing Blades Disconnect machine from the power source, unplug! Blade teeth are sharp! Use care when handling the saw blade. Failure to comply may cause serious injury ! 1. Remove the table insert (A, Fig. 16), and table pin (B, Fig. 16). 2. Lower th e upper blade guide assembl y about half way by loosening the lock knob (F, Fig.
17 Replacing V-Belt 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. Release blade tension by turnin g blade tension hand wheel clockwise. 3. Release belt tension by loosening the two hex cap bolts (A, Fig. 19). Raise the motor and tighten hex cap bolts to take the tensi on off the belt.
18 Electrical Connections All electrical connections must be done by a qualified electrician! Failure to comply may result in loss of property and/or serious injury! The JWBS-16B is rated at 1-1/2 HP, 1Ph, 115V/230V, prewired 115V. The bandsaw comes with a 115V plug (A, Fig.
19 Troubleshooting Trouble Possible Cause Solution Saw stops or will not start 1. Saw unplugged 2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 3. Cord damaged 1. Check plug connection s 2. Replace fuse or re set circuit breaker 3. Replace cord Does not make ac curate 45 ° or 90 ° cuts 1.
20 Upper Wheel Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... JWBS16B-101 ......... Saw Body ............................................................. ...................... .............. 1 2 ............... TS-0152011 .......
21 Upper Wheel Assembly.
22 Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... JWBS18-201N ......... Bearing Base ....................................................... ........................ ............ 1 2 ............... JWBS20-62 .
23 Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 52 ............. TS-0680031 ............. Flat Washer .......................................................... 5/16 ................ ............. 8 53 ............. TS-0720081 .
24 Blade Guides Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... TS-0051051 ............. Hex Ca p Screw .................................................... 5/16-18x1 .............. ...... 4 2 ............... TS-0720081 ............
25 Blade Guides Assembly.
26 Table Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... JWBS16-401 ............ Table .................................................................... ................ .................... 1 2 ............... JWBS20-144 .......
27 Table Assembly.
28 Fence & Miter Assembly (optional accessory) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... JWBS18-401 ............ Lock Knob ............................................................ .................... ................ 1 2 .....
29 Fence & Miter Assembly (optional accessory).
30 Wiring Diagram.
31 Notes.
32 WMH Tool Group, Inc. 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60124 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.co m.
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