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Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial number: Date of purchase: For more information: www .rikontools.com or info@rikontools.com For Parts or Questions: techsupport@rikontools.com or 877-884-5167 Part # 10-300M1 10” W oodworking Bandsaw Model: 10-300 Owner ’ s Manual[...]
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Safety Instructions...............................................................................................................................................3-4 Carton Contents.....................................................................................................................................................5 Hardware Package C[...]
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Safety Warnings KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s manual carefully . Learn the tool’s applications, work capabilities, and it s Always Keep V isitors A way from Running Machines. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area. Always make the W orkshop Childproof. Childproof with padlocks, master[...]
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Never Overreach. Keep your proper footing and balance at all times. Never St and on T ools. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. Always Check for Damaged Parts. Before initial or continual use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be checked to assure that it will ope[...]
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CARTON CONTENTS The model 10-300 10 ” Bandsaw is shipped complete in one box. Unpacking and Checking Contents a. Separate all parts from carton and check each item with “Table of Carton Contents” to make sure all items are accounted for , before discarding any packing material. b. Remove the protective oil that is applied to the table. Use an[...]
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ASSEMBL Y Initial Assembly The machine is supplied partly assembled. Prior to use, the following items have to be installed: bandsaw table, star knob (blade tensioning) and rip fence. T o avoid injury , do not attempt to run or use this machine until all parts are assembled and working properly . a. Place table on to the upper table trunnion, takin[...]
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Mounting the Bandsaw For maximun stability during use, it is strongly recommended that the bandsaw be mounted on a sturdy bench or worktable. It should be bolted down utilizing the 1/4” holes in the bandsaw base plate. (See Fig. 6) Dust Collection The bandsaw has a 2-1/2” dust extraction port (See Fig. 7) included. It is recommended that when i[...]
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Installing/Changing and Setting the Saw Blade Cont. h. Replace leveling wing nut and screw to table. i. Close and lock both bandsaw wheel doors before recon- necting the power supply . T racking the Bandsaw Blade Set the tracking of the blade before setting the blade guides. Once the blade is installed and tensioned, track the blade by adjusting th[...]
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OPERA TION 1. The blade cuts on a continuous down-stroke. 2. Check all the necessary settings and adjustments, and ensure that all the recommended safety procedures are in place. 3. S tart the bandsaw by placing the switch towards the ‘on’ position. 4. Wait for the saw to come to full speed before starting to cut. Never start the saw with the w[...]
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MAINTENANCE T o avoid injury due to unexpected starting, before cleaning or carring out maintenance work, switch off and disconnect the bandsaw from the power source. Never use water or other liquids to clean the bandsaw . Use a dry brush. Regular maintenance of the bandsaw will prevent unneces- sary problems. 1. Keep the table clean to ensure accu[...]
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TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Diagnosis Remedy The machine does not work when switched on. 1. No power supply . 2. Defective switch. 1. Check the cable for breakage. 2. Check the fuse or breaker . 3. Contact you local dealer for repair parts. The blade does not move with the motor running. 1. The blade tension knob has not been tightened. 2. The blade h[...]
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12 Eletrical Requirement s 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 ins[...]
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Parts List 13 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 64 66 Part# JL20061 101-081S 1-M6X40GB5781Z 1-JL20061 102-081S 1-M6GB6172Z 1-JL20010010D 1-JL20010014 1-JL2001001 1A001S 1-JL22012000B049W 1-RVT4[...]
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Parts Explosion 14[...]
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Notes 15[...]
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W arranty 2-Y ear Limited W arranty RIKON Power T ools/Richen Enterprise, Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to only the original retail consumer/ purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date the product was purchased at retail. This warranty may not be transferr[...]
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For more information: 400 West Cummings Park, Suite 1000 Woburn, MA 01801 877-884-5167/781-933-8400 techsupport@rikontools.com www .rikontools.com Copyright Richen Enterprise, Inc. 2005 Printed in China 1 1/05[...]