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OWNER'S MANUAL
JWBS-20 Woodworking Bandsaw
JET EQUIPMENT & TOOLS, INC. P.O. BOX 1349 Phone: 253-351-6000
A WMH Company Auburn, WA 98071-1349 Fax: 1-800-274-6840
www.jettools.com e-mail jet@jettools.com M-708752 11/01
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This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JET JWBS-20 Woodworking Bandsaw. 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 Bandsaw, and to aid in using the machine safely, read this manual thoroughly and follow instructions carefully. Warrant
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WARNING 1. Read and understand the entire instruction manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. This band saw 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 mach
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Table of Contents Warranty .................................................................................................................................................2 Warnings.................................................................................................................................................3 Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................................4 Specifications.....
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Contents of Shipping Container 1. Bandsaw 1. Table 1. Fence and Rail Assembly 1. Resaw Guide and Knob 1. Miter Gauge 1. Owner’s Manual 1. Warranty Card 1. Hardware Package 2. Knobs 1. Hex Wrench 1. Handle 1. 10/12mm Wrench 1. Fence Hardware Bag 4. Hex Cap Screws 4. Flat Washers 4. Lock Washer 1. Rail Hardware Bag 9. Hex Cap Screws 9. Flat Washers 9. Lock Washers Unpacking and Setup 1. Remove the crate and packing material from the saw except for the transport skid on the bottom. 2. Move the saw
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Assembly and Setup 1. Attach the handle (A, Fig. 1) to the handwheel (B, Fig. 1). 2. Turn blade tension hand wheel (C, Fig. 1) counter-clockwise to tension blade and clockwise to loosen the tension. A gauge on the upper wheel slide bracket (D, Fig. 1) indicates the approximate tension according to the width of the blade. The JWBS-20 comes with a 1” blade so the tension should besetat1”. Note: It is easier to adjust the bearing guides before mounting the table. Upper Bearing Guide Adjustment WA
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Lower Bearing Guide Adjustment WARNING Disconnect machine from the power source, unplug before making any adjustments! Blade teeth are sharp! Use care when working near the saw blade. Failure to comply may cause serious injury! 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source, unplug. 2. Blade tension must be properly adjusted prior to bearing guide setup, see “Adjusting Blade Tension” page 13. 3. Adjust the back-up bearing (A, Fig. 4) so that it is 0.003” away from the back of the blade, about
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Adjusting90DegreeTable Stop 1. Blade tension must be properly adjusted prior to adjusting 90 degree stop, see “Adjusting Blade Tension” page 13. 2. Loosen lock knobs (A, Fig. 7) and tilt table until it rests against table stop bolt (B, Fig. 7). Tighten knobs. 3. Use a square (E, Fig. 8) placed on the table and against the blade to see if the table is 90 degrees to the blade. 4. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock knobs. Tilt the table until it is square to the blade, and tighten the l
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Fence Assembly and Adjustment 1. Attach the fence (A, Fig. 10) to the fence body (B, Fig. 10) with four 5/16” x 3/4” hex cap bolts, four 5/16” lock washers, and four 5/16” flat washers. 2. Thread a hex nut (D, Fig. 11) onto the pad’s threaded stud (E, Fig. 11) and insert through the fence and rear hook (F, Fig. 11). Secure in place using a hex nut, lock washer and flat washer (G, Fig. 11). Note: The hook should be adjusted so that it overlaps the rear rail by approximately 1/8”. 3. Place fence a
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Resaw Guide For resawing attach the post (A, Fig. 13) to fence with the lock knob (B, Fig. 13). There is a slotted hole in the fence that will accommodate the resaw kit. Position the post so that it is centered with the front edge of the blade. Miter Gauge 1. Place the miter gauge in the table slot. 2. With a square verify the miter gauge face is square to the blade. 3. If the miter gauge is not square to the blade loosen the lock knob (C, Fig. 13) and adjust to the proper setting. Tighten the l
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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. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. Remove the table insert (A, Fig. 16), and table pin (B, Fig. 16). 3. 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) 4. Loosen socket head cap screw (C, Fig. 16) and slide the bearing
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blade on the wheel. Rotating knob (C, Fig. Adjusting Blade Tension 19) counter-clockwise should move the blade towards the front of the wheel. 1. Disconnect machine from the power Rotating the knob (C, Fig. 19) clockwise source, unplug. should move the blade towards the back of the wheel. 2. Turn blade tension hand wheel (A, Fig. 18) counter-clockwise to tension blade, and 6. Continue with adjustments until the blade is clockwise to loosen the tension. A gauge on tracking properly. the upper whe
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Brake Pedal Depress the brake pedal (A, Fig. 20) while the saw is running to stop the saw. Re-start the saw by pressing the on switch. Replacing 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 hex cap bolt (B, Fig. 20). Raise the motor and place a block of wood under the motor to take the tension off the belt. 4. Open the lower wheel door and remove hex nut, and washer (C, Fig.2
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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-20 is rated at 2 HP, 1Ph, 230V only. A plug needs to be purchased for the bandsaw that matches the outlet you intend to use (A, Fig. 23). Confirm power at the site is the same as the saw before making any electrical connections. Review the electrical schematic on page 26. The on/off switch (B, Fig. 24) is thermally pr
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Troubleshooting Trouble Possible Cause Solution 1. Allow motor to cool and reset 1. Overload tripped by pushing off switch 2. Saw unplugged 2. Check plug connections Saw stops or will not start 3. Fuse blown or circuit breaker 3. Replace fuse or reset circuit tripped breaker 4. Cord damaged 4. 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 ° °
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Upper Wheel Assembly 16
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Upper Wheel Assembly Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. 1..........JWBS20-501.................... Saw Body...................................................... ...................................1 2..........JWBS20-49...................... Key................................................................ 7 x 7 x 25 ...................1 3..........BB-6205LLU .................... Ball Bearing................................................... 6205 ...........................2 4..........T
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Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly 18
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Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. 1..........JWBS20-201.................... Bearing Base..................................... ...............................................1 2..........JWBS20-62...................... Adjusting Bolt .................................... ...............................................4 3..........TS-0720091 ..................... Lock Washer .....................................3/8 ..........................................6 4.
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Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. 51........JWBS20-84...................... Spring................................................ ...............................................1 52........JWBS24-81A ................... Plate.................................................. ...............................................2 53........JWBS20-82...................... Brake Locking Bracket....................... ...............................................2 54........JWBS20-254...........
