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    MET AL CUTTING BANDSA W 7” X 12” Model 97009 SET UP AND OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally . Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight T ools ® . 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 9301 1 Vi[...]

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    Page 2 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T ABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information ...................................................................3 General Safety Rules.................................................................................4 Specic Safety Rules......................................[...]

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    Page 3 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SA VE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly , operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’ s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product ha[...]

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    Page 4 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. GENERAL SAFETY RULES W ARNING! Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious injury . The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your line-operated (corded) power tool. SA VE [...]

  • Page 5

    Page 5 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the of f-position before plugging in. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury . Do not overreach. Kee[...]

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    Page 6 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight T ools for a replacement. Make sure the Bandsaw is located on a at, level, sturdy surface capable of supporting the weig[...]

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    Page 7 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. When cutting magnesium, use soluble oils or emulsions (oil/water mix) as water only will greatly intensify any accidental magnesium chip re. See your industrial coolant supplier for specic coolant recommendations when cutting magnesium. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare[...]

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    Page 8 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. GROUNDING Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in electric shock. Check with a qualied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove[...]

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    Page 9 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Double Insulated T ools: T ools with T wo Prong Plugs T ools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satises OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the [...]

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    Page 10 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS* (120/240 VOL T) NAMEPLA TE AMPERES (at full load) EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 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 3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12 5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12 7.1 –[...]

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    Page 1 1 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. UNP ACKING When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight T ools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. SET UP INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY [...]

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    Page 12 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Caution: Even though the unit is equipped with wheels and a carrying handle, always s[...]

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    Page 13 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Setting up the Quick Vise an angle: Remove Screws (A and B) from base of the Rear V ise Jaw (22). Position (D) over (B) and attach the Screw and W asher (19 and 22) and attach Screw (B). Attach Carriage Screw (17) onto Slot (C) through the curved slot in the Base (1). Align edge[...]

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    Page 14 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. A D B FIGURE F T O ADJUST THE STOP BLOCK For repeated cuts of pre-set lengths Loosen the Thumb Screw (38) that holds the Stop Block (41) to the Stock Stop Rod (40). (See Figure G) Adjust the Stop Block (41) to the desired length position. Then re-tighten the Thumb Screw (38). (S[...]

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    Page 15 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T O CONVERT THE BANDSA W FOR VERTICAL USE NOTE: Notching, slitting, and contour work is best done with the Bandsaw in its vertical position. Raise the Saw Head to its full vertical position, making sure it locks into position by turning the Cylinder ’s (216) on/of f valve to i[...]

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    Page 16 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Guide the Saw Blade (251) through the slot in the V ertical Saw T able (55-2), and secure it in position with the two Screws (266-7). (See Figure J.) 4. SCREWS (266-7) VERTICAL SA W T ABLE (55-2) FIGURE J Remove the two Screws (266-7), and remove the Deector Plate (266-3). (S[...]

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    Page 17 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T o adjust the Saw Blade (251) speed, loosen the two Hex Nuts (304) and Hex Screws (307-2). Slide the Motor (300) forward to release tension on the Belt (208). (See Figure L.) 2. HEX NUT (304) (REMAINING 3 HEX NUTS NOT SHOWN) FIGURE L MOTOR MOUNT PLA TE (303) BEL T (208) Remove [...]

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    Page 18 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. than the other , it will begin cutting crooked. A Saw Blade replacement will correct this problem, whereas Blade Guide Bearings adjustment will not. If a new Saw Blade (251) does not correct the problem, check the clearance between the Saw Blade and Blade Guide Bearings (266-10)[...]

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    Page 19 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. With the Bandsaw running, turn the Adjusting Hex Head Screw (240) until the Saw Blade (251) is tracking properly , making sure Blade tension is maintained by turning the Adjustable Blade Knob (245) clockwise. (See Figure O.) Make sure to retighten the upper Hex Head Screw (243) [...]

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    Page 20 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T O ADJUST THE BLADE GUIDE BRACKETS The Adjustable Blade Guide Knob (261) is adjusted by loosening the Knob and sliding the Adjustable Bracket (269S) up or down to accommodate the width of the workpiece. (See Figure Q.) The Adjustable Bracket (269S) should be set as close as pos[...]

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    Page 21 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. HOSE (78) COOLANT T ANK (82) FIGURE R BASIC BANDSA W OPERA TION - VERTICAL POSITION W ARNING! Always wear ANSI-approved safety impact eye goggles when operating the Bandsaw . Never wear loose tting clothin. When operating the machine, keep the Bandsaw Blade enclosure closed. [...]

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    Page 22 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T urn the Coolant Pump Fitting (91S) to its “OPEN” position. Then turn the Coolant Pump T oggle Switch (750S2) to its “ON” position. (See Figure S.) T urn the Motor T oggle Switch (750S4) to its “ON” position. (See Figure S.) Set the workpiece on the V ertical Saw T [...]

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    Page 23 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Never attempt to remove material stuck in the moving parts of the Bandsaw while it is plugged in and running. T urn of f the Bandsaw if the workpiece is to be backed out of an uncompleted cut. Once the cut is made, turn the Motor T oggle Switch (750S4) to its “OFF” position.[...]

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    Page 24 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Plug the Power Cable (500) into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet . NOTE: If the Bandsaw has been re-wired to operate on a 240 volt system then plug the Power Cord into the nearest 240 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. T urn the Coolant Pump Fitting (91S) to its[...]

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    Page 25 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. IMPORT ANT : When in the horizontal cutting mode only , the Motor T oggle Switch (750S4) will automatically turn to its “OFF” position and shut off the Bandsaw’ s Motor when the cut has been completed. (See Figure T .) Once the cut is made, and the motor is switched off, t[...]

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    Page 26 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T urn the Cylinder (216) to its “ON” position, and raise the Saw Head to its full vertical position. Then turn the Cylinder to its “OFF” position to lock the Saw Head in place. (See Figure U.) Open the Blade Back Cover (286S). (See Figure U.) Release Saw Blade (251) tens[...]

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    Page 27 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Remove the old oil from inside the Gear Box Assembly (201S) and replace the oil using 140 weight gear oil (not included). The new oil should just come to the edge of the Gear Box (202-1). Do not overll. (See Figure V .) Replace the Gear Box Gasket, Gear Box Cover , and four H[...]

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    Page 28 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T o clean the exterior parts of the Bandsaw , use only a clean cloth and mild detergent or mild solvent to clean the body of the Saw . Do not immerse any electrical part of the machine in liquid. CAUTION! All maintenance, service, and repairs not mentioned in this manual must on[...]

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    Page 29 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. TROUBLESHOOTING Adjust the speed and/or feed for the material being cut. 3. 4. 5. 6. 3. 4. 5. 6.[...]

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    Page 30 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST Part Description Specications Qty .[...]

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    Page 31 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST - CONTINUED Part Description Specication Qty .[...]

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    Page 32 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST - CONTINUED Part Description Specications Qty . Leveler[...]

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    Page 33 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST - CONTINUED Part Description Specications Qty .[...]

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    Page 34 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST - CONTINUED Part Description Specications Qty . Blade T ensioner Knob 0.032” x 3/4” x 93” - 10T[...]

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    Page 35 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST - CONTINUED Part Description Specications Qty . 259[...]

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    Page 36 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST - CONTINUED Part Description Specications Qty . Belt T ension Limiter Bolt[...]

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    Page 37 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST - CONTINUED Part Description Specications Qty .[...]

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    Page 38 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM[...]

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    Page 39 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM - CONTINUED[...]

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    Page 40 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM - CONTINUED[...]

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    Page 41 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM - CONTINUED[...]

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    Page 42 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM - CONTINUED[...]

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    Page 43 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ELECTRICAL SCHEMA TIC 120 VOL T 240 VOL T 120 VOL T 240 VOL T Y ellow White Y ellow[...]

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    Page 44 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ELECTRICAL SCHEMA TIC - CONTINUED[...]

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    Page 45 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ELECTRICAL SCHEMA TIC - CONTINUED[...]

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    Page 46 SKU 97009 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. LIMITED 90 DA Y W ARRANTY Harbor Freight T ools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days fro[...]