Delta BS150LS manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10" Band Saw (Model BS150LS) P ART NO. A03617 - 03-17-04 Copyright © 2004 Delta Machinery ESP AÑOL: PÁGINA 25 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).[...]

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3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY , READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERA TING THE MACHINE. Learning the machine’ s application, limitations, and specific hazards will gr eatly minimize the possibility of accidents and injury . 2. WEAR EYE PROTECTION. AL WA YS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is d[...]

4 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 connec[...]

5 Fig. A Fig. B GROUNDED OUTLET BOX CURRENT CARR YING PRONGS GROUNDING BLADE IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES GROUNDED OUTLET BOX GROUNDING MEANS ADAPTER Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately . 2. Grounded, cor d-connected machines intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150 volts: If the machine is intended fo[...]

6 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD The Delta ShopMaster Model BS150LS 10" Band Saw has a powerful 1/2 HP , ball-bearing motor for smooth performance and long life. The saw has a 7 inch depth of cut capacity . The BS150LS is supplied with a cast iron table and sturdy steel stand which pr ovides heavy-duty support and a comfortable work height. N[...]

7 BAND SA W ASSEMBL Y P AR TS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY , DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL THE MACHINE IS COMPLETEL Y ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERST AND THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1. Band Saw 2. 5mm Hex Wr ench 3. 4mm Hex Wr ench 4. 3mm Hex Wr ench 5. M8 x 45mm Hex Head Screw (4) 6. 3/8" Flat W asher (8) 7. M8 Lock W ashe[...]

8 ASSEMBL Y FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY , DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL THE MACHINE IS COMPLETEL Y ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERST AND THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL. ST AND ASSEMBL Y 1. Assemble stand as shown in Fig. 4, using parts shown in Fig. 3. The brackets and legs are identified with the same letter in both illustrations. I[...]

9 3. Place a 3/8" flat washer (H) Fig. 7 on M8 x 45mm hex head screw . Insert the screw through the hole in the band saw and and through the hole in the stand. Repeat this process for the thr ee remaining holes. Fig. 7 D Fig. 8 4. Place a 3/8" flat washer on the screw (D) Fig. 8, followed by M8 lock washer , then thread a M8 hex nut on sc[...]

10 Fig.14 Fig.15 7. Fig. 14 shows the disassembled table tilt pinion knob (N) , spring (O), and special screw (P), removed in STEP 1 . 8. Re-assemble the table tilt pinion knob (N) Fig. 15, on the back of saw so that the teeth on the pinion knob (N) engage the teeth on the trunnion (R). Fasten in place with the special scr ew ( P) and spring using [...]

11 Fig.16 9. Loosen the screw (T) Fig. 16 and align pointer (S) with "0" mark on the trunnion scale (M). Tighten securely . NOTE: Make sure table is set at 90 degr ees to the blade or check the pointer alignment after adjusting the table stops (see section" ADJUSTING THE T ABLE POSITIVE STOPS"). 10 . Re-assemble the scr ew (W) F[...]

12 12 OPERA TING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 21 Fig. 22 Fig. 23 ST ARTING AND STOPPING SA W The "ON/OFF" switch is located on the fr ont side of the band saw . T o turn the saw "ON", push the button (A) Fig. 21 in to the "ON" position. T o tur n the saw "OFF", push the button (B) Fig. 22 in to the "OFF[...]

13 Fig. 24 ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION Blades of 1/8", 1/4", and 3/8" in width by 59-1/2" in length are available for use with your band saw . NOTE: The blade tension must be adjusted to accommodate differ ent blade widths in order to pr ovide proper blade tracking, cutting performance, and blade life. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER [...]

14 14 ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPOR T BEARING IMPORT ANT : BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER BLADE GUIDES MUST BE PROPERL Y ADJUSTED TO PREVENT THE BLADE FROM TWISTING DURING OPERA TION . DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE . UPPER BLADE GUARD (B) FIG. 27 IS SHOWN REMOVED FOR CLARITY . AL W A YS MAKE SURE THE UPPER BLADE GUARD IS INST ALLED[...]

15 ADJUSTING LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT BEARING The lower blade guides and blade support bearing should be adjusted at the same time as the upper guides and support bearings as follows: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Loosen two screws (A) Fig. 29, and move guides (B) as close as possible to the sides of the blade. Be careful not[...]

16 16 ADJUSTING THE T ABLE POSITIVE STOPS Positive stops are pr ovided for the table at the 90 and 45 degree angle to the blade. T o check and adjust the positive stops: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Tilt the table to the 90 degree position as shown in Fig. 32 and tighten lock handle (A). Place a square (H) on the table and against the b[...]

17 CHANGING BLADES T o change blades: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Pull door latches (A) Fig. 35 and open doors (B). 2. Loosen the two screws (C) Fig. 36, and remove the blade guard (D). 3. T o release tension on the band saw blade loosen screw (E) and turning tension knob (G) Fig. 35 counterclockwise. 4. Remove table alignment screw (F[...]

18 18 Before starting the machine, see that all adjustments ar e properly made and the guar ds are in place. T ur n the upper wheel by hand to make sure that everything is corr ect BEFORE turning on the power . Keep the top guide within 1/8" of the work piece at all times. Do not force the material against the blade. Light pr essure on the wor[...]

19 Fig. 41 Fig. 41 illustrates a typical bevel cutting operation using the accessory miter gage. Fig. 42 Fig. 42 illustrates a typical resawing application using the accessory rip fence.[...]

20 In spite of how well a band saw is maintained, problems can occur . The following troubleshooting guide will help you solve the more common pr oblems: (continued on next page) T rouble: SAW WILL NOT ST ART . Probable Cause Remedy 1. Saw not plugged in. 1. Plug in saw . 2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. 2. Replace fuse or reset circuit br[...]

21 T rouble: BLADE WILL NOT TRACK. Pr obable Cause Remedy 1. Blade too loose 1. Adjust tension 2. Upper wheel not properly adjusted. 2. Adjust upper wheel. 3. Improperly adjusted blade support bearing. 3. Adjust blade support bearing. T rouble: CUT DOES NOT AGREE WITH SETTING ON THE TIL T SCALE. Pr obable Cause Remedy 1. Pointer out of adjustment 1[...]

22 BAND SA W BLADES A band saw blade is a delicate piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous strain. Y ou can obtain long use fr om a band saw blade if you use it properly . Use blades of proper thickness, width and temper for the various types of material and cuts. Always use the widest blade possible. Use narrow blades only for sawing small,[...]

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