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OWNER'S MANUAL
JWBS-16 Woodworking Bandsaw
(shown with optional accessory rip fence, rails and resaw attachment 708747 and miter gauge 708716)
JET P.O. BOX 1349 Phone: 253-351-6000
WMH Tool Group Auburn, WA 98071-1349 Fax: 1-800-274-6840
www.wmhtoolgroup.com e-mail jet@wmhtoolgroup.com M-708749 04/02
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This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JET JWBS-16. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and maintenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your JET Bandsaw, and to aid in using the machine safely, read this manual thoroughly and follow instructions carefully. Warranty & Service The
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WARNING 1. Read and understand the entire instruction manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. This bandsaw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a bandsaw, do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained. 3. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this machine. 4. Make certain the machine is properly grounded. 5. Before operating the machi
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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 electric 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. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and o
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230 Volt Operation If 230V, single phase operation is desired, the following instructions must be followed: 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. This bandsaw is supplied with four motor leads that are connected for 115V operation, as shown in Figure A. Reconnect these four motor leads for 230V operation, as shown in Figure B. 3. The 115V attachment plug supplied with the bandsaw must be replaced with a UL/CSA listed plug suitable for 230V operation. Contact your local Authorized J
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Table of Contents Warranty .................................................................................................................................................2 Warnings.................................................................................................................................................3 Grounding Instructions.............................................................................................................................4 115 Volt Operation....
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Contents of Shipping Container 1. Bandsaw 1. Table 1. Owner’s Manual 1. Warranty Card 2. Cast Feet 4 Hex Cap Bolts 3/8”-16x4” 4. Flat Washers 3/8” 4. Lock Washers3/8” 4. Flat Washers 3/8” (plastic) 1. Accessory Package Contains: 2. Knobs 1. Hex Wrench 1. Handle 1. 10/12mm Wrench Unpacking 1. Remove the packing material from the bandsaw. 2. Move the saw to its permanent working location. The site should be dry, well lit, and have enough room to handle long stock and the service and/or adjustment
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Assembly and Setup rest in approximately the center of the wheel. 1. With help from another person tilt the 3. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the wing bandsaw just enough to get one set of feet (A, Fig. 1) underneath the base. Line up nut (G, Fig. 2) at the top rear of the saw. holes and bolt (B, Fig. 1) through the base 4. Adjust tracking by turning the knob (H, Fig. into the feet using two hex cap bolts 3/8”- 16x4”, two 3/8” lock washers, two 3/8” flat 2) in 1/4 turn increments. Rotate the
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3. Loosen the socket head cap screws (G, Fig. Upper Blade Guide Adjustment 4) and position the blade guide assembly (H, Fig. 4) so that the guides rest just behind the WARNING gullet of the blade teeth. Tighten the Disconnect machine from the power source, socket head cap screws. unplug before making any adjustments! Blade teeth are sharp! Use care when 4. Loosen thumb screws (I, Fig. 4). Adjust working near the saw blade. guides (J, Fig. 4) so they rest lightly against Failure to comply may c
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Mounting the Table 1. Remove the table insert (A, Fig. 5) and table pin (B, Fig. 5). 2. Slide saw blade through slot in table where the table pin was located. Rotate the table 90 degrees so that the miter slot is parallel to the blade, and to the right of the blade when facing the bandsaw. 3. Line up the trunnions so that the bolts feed through the trunnion support bracket. Secure the table with two lock knobs (C, Fig. 6). Reinstall the table insert and table pin. Adjusting90DegreeTable Stop 1.
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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 bolts, 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. 2. Attach the rear rail (B, Fig. 8) to the table with two 1/4” x 5/8” hex cap bolts, 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. 3. Pus
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4. Check the clearance between the table and 4. If the pointer is not at 90 degrees, loosen the fence. The gap should be the same at the screw (D, Fig. 12) holding the pointer the front of the table as it is at the rear. If and move the pointer to 90 degrees. the gap width is different, adjust the foot at the rear of the fence until the gap width is the same, Figure 11. Note: You can also adjust the front rail, or rear rail up, or down to achieve the proper clearance. 5. With a square verify the
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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 degrees to the right, or up to 10 degrees to the left. 4. Tighten the lock knobs. Note: Table stop bolt (B, Fig. 13) must be removedtotilt tabletotheleft. Height Scale Adjustment 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source, unplug. 2. The upper blade guide should be set about 1/8” above the material to be cut. 3. Measure from the table top to the bottom of
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Changing Blades WARNING 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 the upper blade guide assembly about half way by loosening the lock knob (F, Fig. 17) and turning the hand wheel (G, Fig. 17). 3. Loosen socket head cap screw (C, Fig. 16) and slide the blade guide assembly back as far as it will go. 4. Open
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Replacing V-Belt 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. Release blade tension by turning 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 tension off the belt. 4. Open the lower wheel door and remove hex nut, and washer (B, Fig. 20). 5. Remove the wheel (C, Fig. 21). If the lower wheel does not come off easily you may need to use a pulley puller to remove the lower wheel
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Electrical Connections WARNING! All electrical connections must be done by a qualified electrician! Failure to comply may result in loss of property and/or serious injury! • JWBS-16 is rated at 1-1/2 HP, 1Ph, 115V/230V, prewired 115V. The bandsaw comes with a 115V plug (A, Fig. 22). If you switch the motor to 230V a plug needs to be purchased for the bandsaw that matches the 230V outlet you intend to use. Confirm power at the site is the same as the saw before making any electrical connections
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Troubleshooting Trouble Possible Cause Solution 1. Saw unplugged 1. Check plug connections 2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker 2. Replace fuse or reset circuit Saw stops or will not start tripped breaker 3. Cord damaged 3. Replace cord 1. Stop not adjusted correctly 1. Check blade with square and adjust stop 2. Angle pointer not set Does not make accurate 45° ° ° ° or accurately 2. Check blade with square and 90° ° cuts ° ° adjust pointer 3. Miter gauge out of adjustment 3. Adjust miter gauge 1. Ch
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Upper Wheel Assembly 18
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Upper Wheel Assembly Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. 1..........JWBS16-101.................... Saw Body...................................................... ...................................1 2..........TS-0152011 ..................... Carriage Bolt ................................................. 5/16-18 x 1” ................6 3..........JWBS18-103.................... Upper Wheel Bracket .................................... ...................................2 4..........TS-0680031
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Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. ............709577..............................Carbide Embedded Blade 123" x 3/8" x 0.025" 4 Skip ......................... ............709578..............................Carbide Embedded Blade 123" x 1/2" x 0.025" 3 Hook........................ ............709579..............................Carbide Embedded Blade 123" x 5/8" x 0.025" 3 Hook........................ 37........TS-0590061 ..................... Wing Nut ....................................
