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7” X 12”
METAL CUTTING BANDSAW
Model 93507
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Contents PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ........................................................................3 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES .........................................................................6 GROUNDING ...............................................................................................8 UNPACKING ........................................................................................
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Requirements 120/230 VAC (Dual voltage capability) Motor Type: 1 HP /Single Phase 60 Hz / 1720 RPM 9 Amps @ 120 Volt 4.5 Amps @ 230 Volt Power Cord Type & Length Provided: 120 volt / 6’4” Long Power Cord Plug Type Provided: 120 volt, 3-Prong Overload Equipped: Resettable Circuit Breaker Cutting Capacity 7” (Round Stock) 7” x 12” (Flat/Square Stock) Blade Speeds (FPM) 260 / 178 / 132 / 86 Required Blade Size ¾” Wide x .032” Thick x 93” Long (Included) Required
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user. 2. Double
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4. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. 5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 6. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate cond
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Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Bandsaw. These carry important infor- mation. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 2. Always wear safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves when using the Bandsaw. Using personal safety devices reduce the risk for injury. Safety impact eye goggles and heavy work glov
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14. Never attempt to cut freehand. Make sure the workpiece to be cut is pressed firmly against the Table and/or secured in the Vise. 15. When cutting a large workpiece, make sure its entire length is properly sup- ported. If necessary, use a roller stand (not included). 16. Do not lean on the Bandsaw when the tool is in its upright position. 17. When moving the Bandsaw, always have its head lowered to its horizontal position. 18. Allow the Saw Blade to rotate to full speed before feeding a w
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area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.) 30. WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker. 31. WARNING! The warnings and cautions discussed in this manual cannot cover
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3. Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration. (See Figure A.) ThIS PRODUCT USES A 3-PRONG PLUG FIGURE A FIGURE B DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS: TOOLS WITh TWO PRONG PLUGS 1. Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the appli
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7. Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electri- cian before using it. 8. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas. RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS* (120 OR 240 VOLT) NAMEPLATE EXTENSION CORD LENGTh AMPERES (at full load) 25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet 0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16 2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
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UNPACKING When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. 1. NOTE: For this procedure, you will need the assistance of additional personnel and an adequate lifting device (not included). 2. Remove the box surrounding the Bandsaw using appropriate tools, being careful not to injure yourself from sharp fasteners. 3. Search for and
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(END VIEW) WAShER (33) RIGhT LEG WhEEL ShAFT COTTER PIN (3) WhEEL (35) (36) LEFT LEG (34) (2) FIGURE E WhEEL (34) WhEEL (34) B - Remove The Shipping Bolt 1. Turn the lever on the Hydraulic Cylinder (20) to the “OFF” (horizontal) position. 2. Remove Hex Head Screw (170) that holds the Bracket (172) to the Saw Arm. Save this Screw for any future transport. 3. Check that the Saw arm prevents the Toggle Switch (37) from entering its “ON” posi- tion. If it does not, adjust the Stop Screw (60) to
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D - Attach The Tool Stop Rod And Block 1. Slide the Stock Stop Rod (74) into the mounting hole in the Table (39), and secure the Stock Stop Rod by tightening the Set Screw (71). (See Figure G.) 2. Slide the Stop Block (73) onto the Stock Stop Rod (74), and secure by tightening the Thumb Screw (72). (See Figure G.) (WORKPIECE NOT INCLUDED) SET SCREW (71) STOP BLOCK (73) ThUMB SCREW (72) FIGURE G STOCK STOP ROD (74) E - Install The Coolant Tank 1. Slide the Coolant Tank (107) out from unde
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Wiring Instructions 1. The Bandsaw comes equipped from the manufacturer with a preassembled 120 volt Electric Cord Assembly (38) and is wired for 120 volt operation. How- ever, the Bandsaw is designed to operate on either 120 volt or 230 volt single phase circuits. 2. Should you wish to operate the Bandsaw using a 120 volt system, disregard this section and go on to the next section in the manual. 3. Should you wish to change the electrical operating system from 120 volt to 230 volt, continu
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Always make sure the Toggle Switch (37) for the Bandsaw and the Toggle Switch (11) for the Coolant Pump are both in their “OFF” position and the tool is unplugged from its electrical outlet prior to making adjustments to the tool. Selecting Proper Blade Speeds: When using the Bandsaw always change the blade speed to best suit the materi- al being cut. The Blade Speed Chart illustrates several settings for several types of materials. (See Figure K.) Materi
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Adjusting The Quick Vise For An Angle Cut: Loosen the three Screws (99). Adjust the Rear Vise (95) to the threaded hole position. Set the Scale (100) to the desired angle. Adjust the Front Vise (94) to parallel the Rear Vise. Then, retighten the three Screws. (See Figure M.) SCREW (99) REAR VISE (95) SCREW (99) ThREADED hOLE TABLE SCREW (39) SCALE (99) (100) FRONT VISE FIGURE M (94) Adjusting The Stop Block: 1. Loosen the Thumb Screw (72) that holds the Stop Block (73) to the Stock Stop R
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Converting The Bandsaw For Vertical Use: 1. NOTE: Notching, slitting, and contour work is best done with the Bandsaw in its vertical position. 2. Raise the Saw Head to its full vertical position, mak- ing sure it locks in position by turning the Hydraulic Cylinder (20) to its “OFF” position. (See Figure hYDRAULIC O.) CYLINDER (20) 3. Remove the two Screws (141), and remove the Small Vertical Cutting Plate (142). (See Figure P.) 4. Guide the Saw Blade (127) through the slot in the Large V
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4. NOTE: There should be from .000” (just touching) to .001” clearance between the Saw Blade and Blade Guide Bearings (133). To obtain this clearance adjust as follows: A. The Outer Blade Guide Bearings (133) are mounted to Eccentric Shafts (136) and can be adjusted. (See Figure Q.) B. Loosen the Nut (137) while holding the Eccentric Shaft (136) with an Allen wrench (not included). (See Figure Q.) C. Position the Eccentric Shaft (136) by turning it to the desired position of clear- ance.
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BLADE TENSION KNOB WhEEL (181) (175) UPPER BLADE SCREW (168) BACK COVER (128) ADJUSTING SCREW (168) FIGURE R Adjusting The Blade Tension: 1. Turn the Blade Tension Knob (181) clockwise to increase tension on the Saw Blade (127). Turn the Blade Tension Knob counterclockwise to decrease tension on the Saw Blade. Correct tension is acquired when the Saw Blade is just tight enough so that no slippage occurs between the Saw Blade and the Wheels (124, 175). 2. NOTE: When the Bandsaw is not in
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Adjusting The Blade Guide Brackets: 1. The Right Adjustable Bracket (132) and Left Adjustable Bracket (163) are adjust- able by loosening the two Guide Adjusting Knobs (131) and sliding the Brackets to accommodate the width of the workpiece. (See Figure T.) 2. The Blade Guide Brackets (132, 163) should be set as close as possible to the workpiece, without interfering with the workpiece or contacting the Table (39). (See Figure T.) 3. Once the adjustment is made, make sure to retighten the Gu
