DeWalt 28-682 manuale d’uso

INSTRUCTION MANUAL 18" Band Saw (Model 28-682) P ART NO. 911988 - 07-28-04 Copyright © 2004 Delta Machinery T o learn more about DEL T A MACHINER Y visit our website at: www .deltamachinery .com. For Parts, Service, W arranty or other Assistance, please call 1-800-223-7278 ( In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).[...]

2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to r educe the risk of personal injury . Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could r esult in serious injury and prop[...]

3 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will r esult in death or serious injury . Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could r esult in death or serious injury . Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may r esult in minor or moderate injury . Used without the saf[...]

4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES READ AND UNDERST AND ALL W ARNINGS AND OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT . Failure to follow all instructions listed below , may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury or pr operty damage. IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY , READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERA[...]

5 F AILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MA Y RESUL T IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJUR Y . ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR BAND SA WS SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them often and use them to instruct others. 1. DO NOT OPERA TE THIS MACHINE UNTIL it is assembled and installed according to the instructions. 2. OBT AIN ADVICE fr om your supervisor, instructor , or [...]

6 6 A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This cir cuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cor d is used, use only 3-wire extension cor ds which have 3- prong gr ounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’ s plug. Before conn[...]

7 3. Grounded, cor d-connected machines intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating between 150 - 250 volts, inclusive: If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. C, the machine w ill have a g r ounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig. C. Make sure[...]

8 FOREWORD Delta Model 28-682 is an 18" W ood Cutting Band Saw . This machine has speeds of 2300 and 3250 SFPM (surface feet per minute). Its blade to frame capacity is 17 1 / 2 " and its height under guide capacity is 12". The band saw has a quick blade tensioning mechanism for ease of changing blades. The Delta Model 28-682 has a l[...]

Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items fr om the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from all unpainted surfaces. This coating may be r emoved with a soft cloth moistened w it h k e r osene. (Do not us e acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose.) After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good qualit[...]

1. Remove the table pin (A) Fig. 5. 2. Align the blade with the table slot (B) Fig. 5. Slide the table until the blade has reached the center cutout (C) Fig. 5, then rotate the table 90 degr ees toward the fr ont of the machine. NOTE: Make sure that the table slot (B) Fig. 6 is facing towar d the right of the machine. 3. Align the two table studs ([...]

11 FENCE 1. Align the two holes (A) Fig. 9 in the front fence rail with the two holes (B) in the fr ont of the table. NOTE: Make sure that the scale on the fr ont fence rail is facing upward. 2. Insert a 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" socket-head cap screw thr ough one of the holes (A) Fig. 9 hole in the front fence rail. Place a spacer on the screw between [...]

12 ST AR TING AND STOPPING SAW The power switch is located on the left side of the machine. T o tur n the machine “ON” , push the green start button (A) Fig. 14. T o tur n the machine “OFF” , push the red stop button (B). Fig. 14 LOCKING SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION IMPORT ANT : When the tool is not in use, the switch should be locked i[...]

13 4. Raise the blade tension lever to the “up” position and turn it clockwise to increase tension or counter - clockwise to relieve the tension. 5. After the first tur n, lower the blade tension lever and check the tension scale. If the tension is still not correct, r epeat the procedur e. The tension scale is correct for standar d blades used[...]

The lower bearing adjustments are similar to the upper bearing adjustments. Adjust the blade support bearing (A) Fig 23 so that it is within 1/64” of, but not touching the back of the saw blade when the blade is at rest. T o adjust, loosen hex screw (B) and slide the bracket in or out until the adjustment is correct. Tighten the screw . Adjust th[...]

15 Fig. 24 This machine is equipped with a positive stop that allows the table to be rapidly positioned at 90 degrees to the blade after the table has been tilted. T o check and adjust: 1. Place the table in the 90 degree position and lock it in place. 2. Place a square (A) Fig. 24 on the table with one end against the blade to check for 90 degrees[...]

16 Fig. 28A ADJUSTING BEL T TENSION If it becomes necessary to adjust the belt tension on the machine, turn the motor release handle (A) Fig. 28A counter - clockwise. Lower or raise the motor , and when adjustment is complete, tighten the motor release handle (A). DUST CHUTE T wo dust chutes (A) Fig. 29 are supplied with your machine and can easily[...]

17 BAND SAW BLADES A band saw blade is a delicate piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous strain. Y ou can obtain long use from a band saw blade if you use it properly . Be sure you use blades of the pr oper thickness, width and temper for the various types of material and cuts. Always use the widest blade possible. Use narrow blades only fo[...]

18 T rouble: BAND SAW VIBRA TES EXCESSIVEL Y . Probable Cause Remedy 1. Machine not mounted securely to stand. 1. Tighten all mounting hardware. 2. Stand on uneven surface. 2. Reposition on flat level surface. 3. W orn belt. 3. Replace belt. 4. Pulley not aligned. 4. Adjust pulleys. 5. Motor not fastened securely . 5. Tighten all mounting hardware.[...]

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