Woodstock Saw M1113 User Manual

MODEL M1113

18" WOOD/METAL BANDSAW

OWNER'S MANUAL

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Contents

INTRODUCTION .....................................2

ACCESSORIES...................................... 36

Woodstock Technical Support..................2

MAINTENANCE .................................... 37

Schedule..........................................37

Cleaning ..........................................37

Table & Base.....................................37

Redressing Rubber Tires .......................37

SAFETY...............................................6

Standard Safety Instructions ...................6

Additional Safety for Bandsaws................8

ELECTRICAL .........................................9

220V Operation...................................9

Extension Cords ..................................9

Electrical Specifications ........................9

SERVICE ............................................ 38

General ...........................................38

Servicing V-Belts ................................38

Shimming Table .................................40

Blade Lead .......................................40

Wheel Alignment................................42

Electrical Component Wiring..................44

Wiring Diagram ..................................45

Troubleshooting .................................46

SETUP .............................................. 10

Inventory .........................................10

Machine Placement .............................11

Cleaning Machine................................11

Lifting & Moving.................................12

Mounting to Shop Floor ........................13

Assembly..........................................14

Dust Collection ..................................16

Blade Tracking...................................17

Test Run ..........................................18

Blade Tensioning ................................19

Support Bearing Adjustment ..................20

Blade Guide Adjustment .......................21

Table Stop Adjustment.........................22

Table Tilt Scale Calibration ...................22

Table Alignment.................................23

Fence Alignment ................................23

PARTS .............................................. 48

Bandsaw Body Breakdown .....................48

Bandsaw Body Parts List .......................49

Table & Guides Breakdown....................50

Table & Guides Parts List......................51

Fence Breakdown ...............................52

Label Placement ................................53

OPERATIONS ...................................... 24

General ...........................................24

Basic Controls....................................24

Workpiece Inspection (Wood).................25

Workpiece Inspection (Metal).................26

Cutting Overview................................27

Table Tilt.........................................27

Guide Post........................................28

Rip Cutting .......................................28

Crosscutting......................................29

Resawing..........................................29

Cutting Curves...................................30

Stacked Cuts .....................................30

Blade Characteristics (Wood Cutting) .......31

Blade Selection (Metal Cutting) ..............33

Blade Changes ...................................34

Fence Scale Calibration........................35

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

INTRODUCTION

Woodstock Technical Support

This machine has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. Close attention

to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation.

Woodstock International, Inc. is committed to customer satisfaction. Our intent with this manual is to

include the basic information for safety, setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this product.

We stand behind our machines! In the event that questions arise about your machine, please contact

Woodstock International Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.

biz. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot problems and process warranty claims.

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If you have comments about this manual, please contact us at:

Woodstock International, Inc.

Attn: Technical Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2309

Bellingham, WA 98227

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Controls and Features

A. Blade Tension Lever

B. Blade Guide Elevation Handwheel

C. Blade Guide Elevation Lock Knob

D. Motor Switch

I. Miter Gauge

J. Blade Tension Scale

K. Blade Tracking Knobs

L. Upper 4" Dust Port

M. Lower 4" Dust Port

N. Fence Holder

E. Speed Dial

F. Power Switch

G. Upper Blade Guide Assembly

H. Fence

O. Miter Gauge Holder

P. Lower Wheel Adjustment Hub

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

SAFETY

READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL

RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL

result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD

result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY

result in minor or moderate injury.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper

operation of the equipment, and/or a situation that may cause damage

to the machinery.

NOTICE

Standard Safety Instructions

1. READ THROUGH THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE STARTING MACHINERY. Machinery presents serious

injury hazards to untrained users.

2. ALWAYS USE ANSI APPROVED SAFETY GLASSES WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY. Everyday eye-

glasses only have impact resistant lenses—they are NOT safety glasses.

3. ALWAYS WEAR AN NIOSH APPROVED RESPIRATOR WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY THAT PRODUCES

DUST. Wood dust is a carcinogen and can cause cancer and severe respiratory illnesses.

4. ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY. Machinery noise can cause

permanent hearing damage.

5. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, or jewelry which may

get caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and wear non-slip

footwear.

6. NEVER OPERATE MACHINERY WHEN TIRED, OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL.

Be mentally alert at all times when running machinery.

7. ONLY ALLOW TRAINED AND PROPERLY SUPERVISED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE MACHINERY. Make

sure operation instructions are safe and clearly understood.

8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Keep all children and visitors a safe distance from the work

area.

9. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF. Use padlocks, master switches, and remove start switch keys.

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10. NEVER LEAVE WHEN MACHINE IS RUNNING. Turn power off and allow all moving parts to come to

a complete stop before leaving machine unattended.

11. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. DO NOT use machinery in damp, wet locations, or

where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist.

12. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT. Clutter and dark shadows may cause accidents.

13. USE A GROUNDED EXTENSION CORD RATED FOR THE MACHINE AMPERAGE. Undersized cords over-

heat and lose power. Replace extension cords if they become damaged. DO NOT use extension cords

for 220V machinery.

14. ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM POWER SOURCE BEFORE SERVICING MACHINERY. Make sure switch is

in OFF position before reconnecting.

15. MAINTAIN MACHINERY WITH CARE. Keep blades sharp and clean for best and safest performance.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

16. MAKE SURE GUARDS ARE IN PLACE AND WORK CORRECTLY BEFORE USING MACHINERY.

17. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Make a habit of checking for keys and adjusting

wrenches before turning machinery ON.

18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS BEFORE USING MACHINERY. Check for binding and alignment of

parts, broken parts, part mounting, loose bolts, and any other conditions that may affect machine

operation. Repair or replace damaged parts.

19. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Refer to the instruction manual for recommended accessories.

The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

20. DO NOT FORCE MACHINERY. Work at the speed for which the machine or accessory was designed.

21. SECURE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece when practical. A secured

workpiece protects your hands and frees both hands to operate the machine.

22. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

23. MANY MACHINES WILL EJECT THE WORKPIECE TOWARD THE OPERATOR. Know and avoid condi-

tions that cause the workpiece to "kickback."

24. ALWAYS LOCK MOBILE BASES (IF USED) BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY.

25. BE AWARE THAT CERTAIN DUST MAY BE HAZARDOUS to the respiratory systems of people and

animals, especially fine dust. Make sure you know the hazards associated with the type of dust you

will be exposed to and always wear a respirator approved for that type of dust.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Additional Safety for Bandsaws

READ and understand this

entire instruction manual

before using this machine.

Serious personal injury

may occur if safety and

operational information is

not understood and fol-

lowed. DO NOT risk your

safety by not reading!

USE this and other machinery with caution

and respect. Always consider safety first,

as it applies to your individual working

conditions. No list of safety guidelines can

be complete—every shop environment is

different. Failure to follow guidelines could

result in serious personal injury, damage

to equipment or poor work results.

1. BLADE CONDITION. Do not operate with a dull, cracked, or badly worn blade. Dull blades require

more effort to use and are difficult to control. Inspect blades for cracks and missing teeth before

each use, and replace if necessary.

2. HAND PLACEMENT. Never position fingers or thumbs in line with the cut. Serious personal injury

could occur.

3. GUARDS. Do not operate this bandsaw without the blade guard in place.

4. BLADE REPLACEMENT. When replacing blades, make sure the teeth face down, toward the front

of the saw and the blade is properly tensioned before operating.

5. WORKPIECE HANDLING. Never hold small workpieces with your fingers when cutting. Always sup-

port/feed the workpiece with a push stick, table support, vise, or some type of clamping fixture.

6. CUTTING TECHNIQUES. Plan your cuts carefully. DO NOT back the workpiece away from the blade

while the saw is running. If you need to back the work out, turn the bandsaw OFF and wait for

the blade to come to a complete stop. DO NOT twist or put excessive stress on the blade while

backing work away.

7. BLADE SPEED. Allow blade to reach full speed before cutting.

8. LEAVING WORK AREA. Never leave a machine running while unattended. Allow the bandsaw to

come to a complete stop before leaving unattended.

9. FEED RATE. Always feed stock evenly and smoothly. DO NOT force or twist blade while cutting,

especially when sawing tight curves.

10. MAINTENANCE/SERVICE. Do all inspections, adjustments, and maintenance with the machine

turned OFF and disconnected from the power source.

11. BLADE CONTROL. Do not attempt to stop or slow the blade with your hand or a workpiece. Allow

the blade to stop on its own.

12. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If you experience difficulties performing the intended operation,

stop using the machine and contact our Technical Support Department at (570) 546-9663.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

ELECTRICAL

The machine must be properly set up before it is

safe to operate. DO NOT connect this machine to the

power source until instructed to do so in the "Test

Run" portion of this manual.

6-15P

6-15R

220V Operation

The Model M1113 operates on 220V single-phase power.

We recommend connecting this machine to a dedicated

circuit with a verified ground, using the circuit size given

below. Never replace a circuit breaker with one of higher

amperage without consulting a qualified electrician to

ensure compliance with wiring codes. This machine must

be connected to a grounded circuit!

Figure 1. 6-15 plug and receptacle.

A plug is not supplied with this machine. See below for

the recommended plug type for this machine.

If you are unsure about the wiring codes in your area

or you plan to connect your machine to a shared cir-

cuit, you may create a fire or circuit overload hazard—

consult a qualified electrician to reduce this risk.

DO NOT work on your electrical system

if you are unsure about electrical

codes and wiring! Seek assistance from

a qualified electrician. Ignoring this

warning can cause electrocution, fire,

or machine damage.

Extension Cords

We do not recommend using an extension cord; however,

if you have no alternative, use the following guidelines:

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Use a cord rated for Standard Service (S).

Do not use an extension cord longer than 50 feet.

Ensure that the cord has a ground wire and pin.

Use the gauge size listed below as a minimum.

Electrical Specifications

Operating Voltage

Amp Draw

Min. Circuit Size

Recommended Plug

Extension Cord

220V Single-Phase

5 Amps

15A

NEMA 6-15 (not incl.)

14 Gauge

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

SETUP

Inventory

This machine has been carefully packaged for safe trans-

portation. If you notice the machine has been damaged

during shipping, please contact your authorized Shop Fox

dealer immediately. The following is a description of the

main components shipped with the Model M1113.

Note: If you can't find an item on this list, check the

mounting location on the machine or examine the pack-

aging materials carefully. Occasionally we pre-install cer-

tain components for safer shipping.

Keep machine disconnected from

power until instructed otherwise.

Main Components: (Figure 2)

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A. Table ........................................................1

B. Table Extension............................................1

C. Table Insert ................................................1

D. Rear Rail ....................................................1

E. L-Brackets ..................................................2

F. Front Rail ...................................................1

G. Fence Assembly............................................1

H. Miter Gauge Holder .......................................1

I. Miter Gauge ................................................1

Fasteners, Tools, & Miscellaneous: (Figure 3)

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Hex Bolts ⁵⁄16"-18 x 2" (Table Extension) ..............2

Hex Nuts ⁵⁄16"-18 (Table Extension) ....................2

Flat Washers ⁵⁄16" (Table Extension) ...................4

Knobs ³⁄8"-16 (Table Trunnion)..........................2

Cap Screws M6-1 x 16 (Rear Rail to Table) ...........2

Cap Screws M6-1 x 16 (L-Brackets to Table)..........2

Knobs ⁵⁄16"-18 x ⁵⁄8" (L-Bracket to Front Rail) ........2

T-Slot Nuts ⁵⁄16" (L-Bracket to Front Rail).............2

Scale (Front Rail)..........................................1

Guide Blocks (Blade Guides).............................6

Thumb Screws ¹⁄4"-20 x ¹⁄2" (Blade Guides)...........6

Hex Wrenches 3 and 5mm ........................1 each

Flat Wrench 12/14mm....................................1

Figure 2. Main component inventory.

Figure 3. Fasteners, tools, &

miscellaneous item inventory.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Machine Placement

Cleaning Machine

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Floor Load: This machine distributes a

heavy load in a small footprint. Some

residential floors may require additional

bracing to support both machine, operator,

and material to be processed.

The table and other unpainted parts of your

machine type are coated with a waxy grease

that protects them from corrosion during ship-

ment. Clean this grease off with a solvent clean-

er or citrus-based degreaser. DO NOT use chlo-

rine-based solvents such as brake parts cleaner

or acetone—if you happen to splash some onto a

painted surface, you will ruin the finish.

Working Clearances: Consider existing and

anticipated needs, size of material to be

processed through the machine, and space

for auxiliary stands, work tables or other

machinery when establishing a location for

your bandsaw. Refer to Figure 4.

NEVER clean with gasoline

or other petroleum-

based solvents. Most have

low flash points, which

make them extremely

flammable. A risk of

explosion and burning

exists if these products

are used. Serious personal

injury may occur if this

warning is ignored!

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Lighting: Lighting should be bright enough

to eliminate shadow and prevent eye strain.

Electrical: Place the machine near a

power source to avoid long runs of power

cords strung across your shop. Refer to the

Electrical section on Page 9 for information

on minimum circuit requirements.

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Figure 4. Model M1113 working clearances.

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Lifting & Moving

Lifting and moving this bandsaw is most safely done using

a forklift. The upper frame is angled at the lifting area, so

we recommend making a lifting block, as shown in Figure

5, to balance the machine when lifting.

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If using a forklift is not an option, then the machine can

be moved with a heavy-duty dolly and at least three

strong people. Heavy-duty dollies can be easily purchased

at your local hardware store or rented.

To lift and move the bandsaw with a forklift, do these

steps:

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Figure 5. Making a lifting block.

1. Make the lifting block shown in Figure xx to ensure

that the machine remains balanced when lifted and

does not swing.

Lifting with Forklift

Lifting

Forks

Block

2. Place the lifting block under the upper frame, as

shown in Figure 6.

3. Either place the forks directly against the lifting

block, or place straps under the lifting block and

around the upper frame.

Note: If you are using lifting straps, you must

remove the blade and upper wheel to avoid damag-

ing the machine. The upper wheel is easily removed

by removing the hex nut from the center and sliding

the wheel off.

Lifting with Forklift

and Straps

To lift and move the bandsaw with three strong people

and a dolly, do these steps:

1. Carefully "walk" (pivot the bandsaw in alternating

steps) off of the shipping pallet and onto the shop

floor.

Figure 6. Lifting machine with a forklift.

2. Place the dolly under the machine and move it into

place, having two extra people steady the machine

the entire time so that it does not tip over.

This is a heavy machine that cannot

be safely moved alone. Tipping this

machine onto yourself or another per-

son will cause serious personal injury.

Use extreme caution when moving this

machine without a forklift and only

get help from strong, capable people.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Mounting to Shop Floor

Although not required, we recommend that you mount

your new machine to the floor. Because this is an

optional step and floor materials may vary, floor mount-

ing hardware is not included. Generally, you can either

bolt your machine to the floor or mount it on machine

mounts. Both options are described below. Whichever

option you choose, it will be necessary to use a precison

level to level your machine.

Anchor Stud

Bolting to Concrete Floors

Lag Screw and Anchor

Lag shield anchors with lag bolts and anchor studs

(Figure 7) are two popular methods for anchoring an

object to a concrete floor. We suggest you research the

many options and methods for mounting your machine

and choose the best that fits your specific application.

Figure 8 shows the mounting locations for this machine.

Figure 7. Typical fasteners for mounting

to concrete floors.

NOTICE

Anchor studs are stronger and more permanent alter-

natives to lag shield anchors; however, they will stick

out of the floor, which may cause a tripping hazard if

you decide to move your machine at a later point.

Base Mounting Locations

(3 of 4 shown)

Figure 8. Location of machine base

mounting locations.

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Assembly

Table Trunnion

Mounting Bolts

To assemble the bandsaw, do these steps:

1. Place the bandsaw table upside down on a flat sur-

face (preferably a workbench) and make sure the

table trunnion mounting bolts (Figure 9) are tight.

Figure 9. Table trunnion mounting bolts.

2. Attach the table extension to the table with the two

⁵⁄16-18 x 2" hex bolts, two ⁵⁄16-18 hex nuts, and four

⁵⁄16" flat washers, as shown in Figure 10. Make sure

that the table and table extension are firmly pressed

against the flat surface and tighten the bolts/nuts.

Table Extension

3. Remove the table pin from the table slot, fit the

table around the blade, and rest the table trunnions

on the trunnion base, making sure the trunnion bolts

extend through the bottom of the trunnion base.

Figure 10. Table extension attached to

table on flat surface.

4. Thread the two table trunnion knobs onto the trun-

nion bolts, as illustrated in Figure 11.

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Figure 11. Installing the table on trunnion

base.

5. Adjust the table stop bolt (Figure 12) so the table is

approximately perpendicular to the blade. (Precise

adjustment of the table stop bolt will be covered

later.)

Table Stop

Bolt

6. Place the table insert in the center of the table, so

it sits flush with the table top surface.

7. Insert the table pin into the end of the table slot.

Figure 12. Table stop bolt.

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8. Attach the rear fence rail to the backside of the

bandsaw table with two M6-1 x 6 cap screws, as

shown in Figure 13.

Figure 13. Rear fence rail attached to

table.

9. Attach the rail brackets to the front of the table

with the two M6-1 x 16 cap screws, as shown in

Figure 14.

Rail

Brackets

Figure 14. Rail brackets attached to table.

10. Insert the rail bracket knobs through the front fence

rail brackets, then thread the T-nuts onto the ends

of the knobs a couple of turns.

11. Slide the front fence rail T-slot over the T-nuts, as

shown in Figure 15, then position the front fence

rail brackets even with the rear fence rail, and

tighten the knobs.

Rail Bracket Knobs

Figure 15. Front fence rail attached.

12. Pull the fence handle up and place the fence on the

front fence rail, as shown in Figure 16.

13. Slide the fence against the blade.

Figure 16. Installing fence onto rails.

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14. Use a sharp pencil to mark the fence rail where the

fence scale indicator on the right-hand side is point-

ing (there is a gap just behind the indicator plate

where you can mark the rail). This mark will indicate

where to align the 0" mark when you install the scale

in Step 16.

15. Remove the fence from the front rail.

16. Carefully install the adhesive-backed scale on the

front fence rail, as shown in Figure 17, so the 0"

mark on the scale lines up with the pencil mark

made in Step 14.

Figure 17. Scale installed on front fence

rail.

17. Insert the guide blocks into the upper and lower

blade guide assemblies, making sure they are at

least a ¹⁄8" away from the blade (for now), then

secure them with the six ¹⁄4"-20 x ¹⁄2" thumb screws,

as shown in Figure 18.

Thumb Screw

18. Attach the miter gauge holder to the spine of the

bandsaw, as shown in Figure 19, using the cap

screws already installed in the bandsaw spine.

Guide

Block

Figure 18. Blade guide installation.

19. Insert the miter gauge in the holder holder, as

shown in Figure 19.

Dust Collection

Recommended CFM at each Dust Port: ......... 400 CFM

Connect this machine to a shop vacuum rather than a

dust collector. Most dust collectors are not designed to

capture metal shavings and doing so may lead to a fire.

If you are in doubt about the capabilities of your shop

vacuum or dust collector, refer the owner's manual before

connecting it to this machine.

Figure 19. Miter gauge holder attached

with miter gauge inserted.

This saw creates substantial amounts of fine dust

while operating. Failure to use a vacuum system can

result in respiratory illness.

ONLY connect this machine to a shop vacuum. A

wood dust collector is not designed for metal chips,

which may spark and cause a fire.

Figure 20. Dust port connected to dust

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Blade Tracking

"Blade Tracking" is how and where the blade rides on the

wheels. When tracking correctly, the blade rides on the

peak of the wheel crowns. Blade tracking is primarily con-

trolled by adjusting the upper wheel tilt, also known as

"Center Tracking."

Another way to track the blade is known as "Coplanar

Tracking." Coplanar tracking involves positioning the

wheels so they are parallel and aligned (see Wheel

Alignment on Page 42). When wheels are coplanar, vibra-

tion and heat are reduced during operation. The wheels

on the Model M1113 are factory aligned, but should be

checked to ensure optimum results.

NOTICE

Changes in the blade tension may change

the blade tracking.

To center track the blade:

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Adjust the upper/lower blade guides and support

bearings away from the blade.

3. Open the upper wheel cover.

4. Rotate the blade tension lever to adjust the blade

tension until the indicator on the blade tension scale

matches the size of blade installed (see Page 19).

5. Spin the upper wheel by hand at least three times to

see how the blade rides on the crown of the wheel.

Refer to Figure 21 for an illustration of this concept.

Blade Centered

on Peak of Crown

— If the blade rides on the peak of the upper wheel

crown, then the bandsaw is already tracked prop-

erly and no additional adjustments are needed.

Skip to Step 9.

Blade

Centered

on Wheel

— If the blade does not ride in the peak of the upper

wheel crown, then continue with the next step.

6. Loosen the lock nuts on the blade tracking knob

CENTER TRACKING

threads so the knobs will rotate for adjustments.

Figure 21. Center tracking profiles.

7. Spin the upper wheel with one hand and rotate the

blade tracking knobs evenly with the other hand to

make the blade ride on the center of the bandsaw

wheel tire.

8. When the blade consistently rides on the center of

the wheel, tighten the knob thread lock nuts.

9. Close the upper wheel cover.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Test Run

Once the assembly is complete, test run the machine to

make sure it runs properly for regular operations.

The test run consists of verifying the following: 1) The

motor powers up and runs correctly, and 2) the safety dis-

abling mechanism on the switch works correctly.

If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate the source

of an unusual noise or vibration, stop using the machine

immediately, then review Troubleshooting on Page 46.

If you still cannot remedy a problem, contact our Tech

Support at (360) 734-3482 for assistance.

Projectiles thrown from the machine

could cause serious eye injury. Wear

safety glasses to reduce the risk of

injury.

To test run the machine, do these steps:

1. Connect the machine to the power source.

2. Make sure you understand the safety instructions

at the beginning of the manual, and verify that the

machine is setup properly.

3. Ensure all tools and objects used during setup are

cleared away from the machine.

DO NOT investigate problems or adjust

the machine while it is running. Wait

until the machine is turned OFF,

unplugged and all working parts

have come to a complete stop before

proceeding!

4. Press the green ON button on the power switch,

then press the ON key on the motor switch to start

the machine.

— When operating correctly, the machine runs

smoothly with little or vibration or rubbing noise.

— Investigate and correct strange noises or vibrations

before operating the machine further. Always dis-

connect the machine from power when investigat-

ing or correcting potential problems.

Switch

Disabling Pin

5. Turn the machine OFF.

6. Insert the switch disabling pin through the green ON

button, as shown in Figure 22.

7. Press the ON button to test the disabling feature on

the switch.

Figure 22. Switch disabling pin inserted

— If the machine does not start, the switch disabling

feature is working as designed.

into ON button.

— If the machine starts, immediately stop the

machine or disconnect the power. The switch dis-

abling feature is not working correctly. Call Tech

Support for help.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Blade Tensioning

A properly tensioned blade is essential for making accu-

rate cuts and is a prerequisite for making many bandsaw

adjustments. The blade tension is adjusted by rotating

the blade tension lever.

To tension the bandsaw blade:

1. Make sure you have performed the Test Run instruc-

tions on the previous page and you are certain that

the blade is tracking properly.

Blade Tension

Lever

2. With the blade tension lever in the down (engaged)

position, adjust the blade tension until the indicator

on the blade tension scale (Figure 23) matches the

size of blade installed on the bandsaw.

Blade Tension Scale

Note: Because each blade is different and all blades

stretch, this scale is only an approximation. Always

measure blades from the tip of the tooth to the

back of the blade.

Figure 23. Blade tension scale.

NOTICE

To reduce blade stretching, remove

the tension from the blade when not

in use.

3. Turn the bandsaw ON.

4. Release the tension one quarter of a turn at a time.

When the bandsaw blade starts to flutter, stop

decreasing the tension.

5. Now, slowly increase the tension until the blade

stops fluttering, then tighten the tension one more

quarter of a turn.

NOTICE

After blade tension and tracking are set

correctly, properly adjust the upper/

lower support bearings and guide-block

assemblies into position before operat-

ing machine.

6. Turn the bandsaw OFF and read the tension gauge.

Use the reading as a guide when tensioning that

blade in the future.

Note: Do not rely on this measurement for long

periods of time because the blade will stretch with

use, making the tension gauge slightly inaccurate.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Support Bearing

Adjustment

Cap Screw

The support bearings are positioned behind the blade for

support during cutting operations. Proper adjustment of

the support bearings is an important part of making accu-

rate cuts and also keeps the blade teeth from hitting the

blade guides during cuts.

Support

Bearing

Lock Lever

To adjust the support bearings, do these steps:

Figure 24. Support bearing controls.

1. Make sure that the blade is tracking properly and

that it is correctly tensioned.

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2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Familiarize yourself with the support bearing con-

trols shown in Figure 24.

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4. Remove the blade guard.

5. Loosen the cap screw shown in Figure 24.

Figure 25. Blade should be perpendicular

6. Look at the face of the support bearing and rotate

the blade guide assembly side-to-side, until the

blade is perpendicular with the face of the support

bearing, as illustrated in Figure 25.

(90˚) to the face of the support bearing.

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7. Tighten the cap screw.

8. Loosen the lock lever on the support bearing adjust-

ment shaft.

9. Position the support bearing approximately 0.016"

away from the back of the blade as illustrated in

Figure 26. To quickly gauge this setting, fold a dol-

lar bill in half twice (when folded tightly, four thick-

nesses of a dollar bill is approximately 0.016"). Place

the folded dollar bill between the support bearing

and the blade as shown in Figure 27.

Figure 26. Blade should be aligned

approximately 0.016" away from the

bearing edge.

10. Tighten the lock lever to lock the support bearing in

place.

NOTICE

Whenever changing a blade or adjusting tension and

tracking, the upper and lower blade support bearings

and guide-blocks must be re-adjusted before cutting

operations.

Figure 27. Dollar bill folded twice to make

a quick 0.016" gauge.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Blade Guide Adjustment

The blade guides provide side-to-side support to help

keep the blade straight while cutting. The blade guides

adjust in two ways—forward/backward and side-to-side.

Properly adjusted blade guides are essential to making

accurate cuts.

NOTICE

Whenever changing a blade or adjust-

ing tension and tracking, the upper and

lower blade guides and guide-blocks

must be re-adjusted before cutting

operations.

To adjust the upper and lower blade guides, do these

steps:

1. Make sure the blade tracks properly and is correctly

tensioned.

Lateral

2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

Adjustment

Blade Guide

Lock Lever

3. Familiarize yourself with the blade guide controls

shown in Figure 28.

Thumb Screws

4. Loosen the lateral adjustment thumb screw.

Blade Guide

Thumb Screws

5. Slide the guide assembly so the front edges of the

blade guides are just behind the blade gullets as

illustrated in Figure 29, then tighten the lateral

adjustment thumb screw.

Figure 28. Blade guide controls.

NOTICE

If the blade guides contact the blade teeth dur-

ing operations, the tooth set on the blade will be

ruined.

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6. Loosen the blade guides.

Figure 29. Lateral adjustment of blade

7. Fold a crisp dollar bill in half and place it over the

blade (between the blade guides and the blade), as

shown in Figure 30.

guides.

8. Lightly pinch the dollar bill against the blade with

the blade guides, then tighten the blade guide

thumb screws.

9. Remove the dollar bill, then re-install the blade

guard.

NOTICE

The blade guides should not touch the blade after the

dollar bill is removed.

Figure 30. Blade guides against both sides

of blade.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Table Stop Adjustment

An adjustable table stop allows the table to easily return

to 90˚ after tilting.

To set the table stop so the table is 90˚ to the blade,

do these steps:

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1. Make sure the blade is correctly tensioned as

described in the Blade Tensioning instructions on

Page 19.

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2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Loosen the two table trunnion knobs.

Figure 31. Squaring table to blade.

4. Loosen the hex nut that locks the table stop bolt in

place.

5. Raise the upper blade guide assembly and place a 6"

machinist’s square or try-square on the table next

to the side of the blade as illustrated in Figure 31.

Adjust the table stop bolt to raise or lower the table

until the table is 90˚ to the blade.

6. Secure the knobs and lock the table stop bolt by

tightening the hex nut against the casting. Ensure

that the bolt does not turn by holding it with anoth-

er wrench while tightening the hex nut.

Table Tilt Scale

Calibration

The pointer on the table tilt scale (Figure 32) must be

calibrated in order for the scale reading to be accurate.

To calibrate the pointer on the table tilt scale, do

these steps:

1. Make sure the blade is tensioned/tracking correctly

and that the table is 90˚ to the blade (this proce-

dure should be already completed with the Table

Stop Adjustment instructions).

Pointer

2. Loosen the pointer screw.

Figure 32. Table tilt scale.

3. Align the tip of the pointer with the 0˚ mark on the

table tilt scale.

4. Tighten the pointer screw.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Table Alignment

To ensure cutting accuracy when the table is first

installed, align the table so the miter slot is parallel to

the bandsaw blade. This procedure works best with the

largest blade that the machine accepts.

To align the miter slot parallel to the bandsaw blade,

do these steps:

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1. Make sure the blade is correctly tracked and ten-

sioned.

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2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

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3. Loosen the trunnion bolts that secure the trunnions

to the table.

4. Place an accurate straightedge along the blade. The

straightedge should lightly touch both the front and

back of the blade (the flat part only) without touch-

ing the blade teeth.

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Figure 33. Checking if miter slot is

5. Use a fine ruler to gauge the distance between the

straightedge and the miter slot. The distance you

measure should be the same at both the front and

back ends of the miter slot, as indicated by positions

"A" and "B" in Figure 33.

parallel to blade.

6. Adjust the table until the distance between the

blade and miter slot is equal at both ends.

7. Tighten the trunnion bolts.

Fence Alignment

To align the fence parallel with the miter slot, do these

steps:

NOTICE

Adjusting the fence parallel to the

miter slot does not guarantee straight

cuts. The miter slot may need to be

adjusted parallel to the blade. Refer to

the Table Alignment instructions.

1. Mount the fence on the right-hand side of the blade,

at the edge of the miter slot, then lock it in place.

2. Loosen the two cap screws that mount the front rail

brackets to the table.

3. Shim between the front rail brackets and table to

make the fence parallel with the miter slot.

Tip: Shim stock works well for this, but small pieces

of paper can also work in a pinch.

4. Tighten the front rail mounting bolts.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

OPERATIONS

General

This machine will perform many types of operations

that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these

operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incor-

rectly.

The instructions in this section are written with the under-

standing that the operator has the necessary knowledge

and skills to operate this machine. If at any time you are

experiencing difficulties performing any operation, stop

using the machine!

READ and understand this entire instruc-

tion manual before using this machine.

Serious personal injury may occur if

safety and operational information is not

understood and followed. DO NOT risk

your safety by not reading!

If you are an inexperienced operator, we strongly recom-

mend that you read books, trade articles, or seek training

from an experienced bandsaw operator before performing

any unfamiliar operations. Above all, your safety should

come first!

Basic Controls

Motor

Switch

Motor Switch: Starts and stops the motor. Only works

after the power switch has been reset and turned ON.

Digital

Display

Speed Dial

Speed Dial: Adjusts the speed of the motor, which is dis-

played in RPM on the digital display.

Power Switch: Turns power ON/OFF to the motor switch.

OFF button must be reset (by pushing it all the way in)

before power will turn ON again.

Power

Switch

Blade Tension Lever: Increases/decreases blade tension

when rotated. Quickly releases blade tension when piv-

oted up.

Figure 34. Motor, speed, and power

controls.

Blade Guide Elevation Handwheel: Raises/lowers the

upper blade guide assembly when rotated. The blade

guide assembly should always be no farther than 1" above

the workpiece when cutting.

Blade Tension

Lever

Blade Guide

Elevation

Handwheel

Blade Guide

Assembly

Figure 35. Blade tension/guide post

controls.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Workpiece Inspection

(Wood)

Some wood workpieces are not safe to cut or may require

modification before they are safe to cut.

Before cutting wood, get in the habit of inspecting all

workpieces for the following:

•

Foreign Objects (Figure 36): Nails, staples, dirt,

rocks and other foreign objects are often embedded

in wood. While cutting, these objects can become

dislodged and hit the operator or break the blade,

which might then fly apart. Always visually inspect

your workpiece for these items. If they can't be

removed, do NOT cut the workpiece.

•

Large/Loose Knots: Loose knots can become dis-

lodged during the cutting operation. Large knots can

cause blade damage. Choose workpieces that do not

have large/loose knots or plan ahead to avoid cut-

ting through them.

Figure 36. Choosing wood without

embedded foreign objects embedded.

•

Wet or "Green" Stock: Cutting wood with a moisture

content over 20% causes unnecessary wear on the

blade and yields poor results.

•

Excessive Warping: Workpieces with excessive

cupping, bowing, or twisting are dangerous to cut

because they are unstable and can move unpredict-

ably when being cut. DO NOT cut excessively warped

wood.

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Minor Warping: Workpieces with slight cupping can

be safely supported if the cupped side faces the

table or fence, as shown in Figure 37. On the con-

trary, a workpiece supported on the bowed side will

rock during a cut, leading to loss of control.

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Because of its unpredicatable nature, use extreme

caution if cutting warped stock. The difference

between acceptable and unacceptable warped stock

varies from machine to machine. If you are in doubt,

square-up the stock first or do not cut it.

Figure 37. Cutting wood with minor

warping.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Workpiece Inspection

(Metal)

Some metal workpieces are not safe to cut with a verti-

cal metal cutting bandsaw; instead, a different tool or

machine should be used to do the cutting.

Before cutting, inspect the stock for any of the follow-

ing conditions and take the necessary precautions:

•

Small or Thin Workpieces: Small or thin workpieces

are dangerous to cut if held by hand—avoid cut-

ting these workpieces possible. If you must cut a

small or thin workpiece, attach it to or clamp it

between larger scrap pieces that will both support

the workpiece through the cut and keep your fingers

away from the blade. Some thin sheet metals will

not with withstand the forces from this bandsaw dur-

ing cutting; instead, use a shear, nibblers, or sheet

metal nippers to cut these pieces.

•

Round or Unstable Workpieces: Workpieces that

cannot be properly supported or stablized without

a vise should not be cut on a vertical metal-cutting

bandsaw. Examples are chains, cables, round or

oblong-shaped workpieces, workpieces with internal

or built-in moving or rotating parts, etc.

•

Material Hardness: Always factor in the hardness

of the any metal before cutting it. Hardened met-

als will take longer to cut, may require lubrication,

and may require a different type of blade in order to

efficiently cut them.

Tanks, Cylinders, Containers, Valves, Etc: Cutting

into containers that are pressurized or contain gasses

or liquids can cause explosions, fires, caustic burns,

or machine damage. Avoid cutting any of these types

of containers unless you have verified that the con-

tainer is empty and it can be properly supported

during a cut.

•

Magnesium: Pure magnesium burns easily. Cutting

magnesium with a dull blade can create enough fric-

tion to ignite the small magnesium chips into a fire.

Avoid cutting magnesium if possible.

•

Beryllium: Beryllium dust is toxic. Always wear a

respirator when cutting Beryllium or any alloys con-

taining Beryllium. Also wear the respirator when

cleaning Beryllium dust and chips from the cutting

area.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Cutting Overview

The bandsaw is capable of performing the following

cuts:

•

Miters

Angles

Compound Angles

Resawing

Ripping

•

Crosscutting

Simple and Complex Curves

Duplicate Parts

Circles

Beveled Curves

Basic Cutting Tips

•

Keep the upper blade guide assembly adjusted to

within 1" of the workpiece.

ELECTROCUTION HAZARD

This bandsaw is not designed to be

used with water soluable cutting

fluid or coolant when cutting metals.

Instead, use a small amount of oil-

based lubricant.

•

Replace, sharpen, and clean blades as necessary.

Make adjustments periodically to keep the saw run-

ning in top condition.

•

Use light and even pressure while cutting. Light con-

tact with the blade makes it easier to follow lines

and prevents extra friction, which reduces blade

life.

Chips are width of

tooth, thin, curled,

and silvery:

Optimum speed and

feed rate.

•

Avoid twisting the blade when cutting around tight

corners. Allow the blade to saw around the corners.

Misusing the saw or using incorrect techniques is

unsafe and results in poor cuts. Remember—the

blade does the cutting with the operator’s guidance.

Chips are silvery,

thin, small, or

powdery: Increase

feed rate; decrease

blade speed.

•

Do not start the machine with the workpiece touch-

ing the blade.

When cutting metal, pay attention to the character-

istics of the chips when cutting—they are good indi-

cators of proper blade speed and feed rate. Figure

38 shows the basic metal chip characteristics and

what they mean.

Chips are large,

curled, blue or

brown, or smoking:

Decrease feed rate;

increase blade speed.

Figure 38. Reading metal chip

characteristics.

Table Tilt

To tilt the table, do these steps:

NOTICE

The table stop must be removed to tilt

the table left of 0°.

1. Loosen the two trunnion knobs underneath the table.

2. Tilt the table to the desired angle. (Refer to the

angle gauge on the front table trunnion.)

3. Retighten both table-tunnion knobs.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Guide Post

The guide post (shown in Figure 39) connects the upper

blade guide assembly to the bandsaw. The guidepost

allows the blade guide assembly to move up or down to

be as close to the workpiece as possible. In order to cut

accurately and safely, the bottom of the blade guide

assembly must be no more than 1" above the workpiece at

all times—this positioning provides the greatest blade sup-

port and minimizes the amount of moving blade exposed

to the operator.

Guide Post

Handwheel

To adjust the blade guide assembly on the guide post

(the bandsaw must be turned OFF), do these steps:

Guide Post

Lock Knob

1. Make sure that the blade tension, blade tracking,

support bearing, and blade guides are adjusted cor-

rectly.

Guide Post

Blade

Guard

Blade Guide

Assembly

2. Loosen the guide post lock knob shown in Figure 39.

3. Use the guide post handwheel to raise/lower the

guide post so the bottom of the blade guide assem-

bly is less than 1" from the top of the workpiece.

Figure 39. Guide post controls.

4. Lock the guide post with the lock knob.

Rip Cutting

When cutting solid wood, "Rip Cutting" means cutting with

the grain. For plywood or metal, rip cutting simply means

cutting down the length of the workpiece.

To make a rip cut, do these steps:

1. Adjust the fence to match the width of the cut on

your workpiece, then lock the fence in place.

2. Adjust the blade guide assembly to less than 1"

above the workpiece.

Figure 40. Typical rip cut.

3. After all safety precautions have been met, turn the

bandsaw ON. Slowly feed the workpiece into the

blade and continue with the cut until the blade is

completely through the workpiece. Figure 40 shows

a typical ripping operation.

NEVER place fingers or hands in the

line of cut. If you slip, your hands or

fingers may go into the blade. ALWAYS

use a push stick when ripping narrow

pieces. Failure to follow these warn-

ings may result in serious personal

injury!

Note: If you cut narrow pieces, use a push stick to

protect your fingers.

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Crosscutting

"Crosscutting" means cutting across the grain of wood.

For plywood or metal, crosscutting simply means cutting

across the width of the workpiece.

To make a 90˚ crosscut, do these steps:

1. Move the fence out of the way, adjust the blade

guide assembly to to less than 1" above the

workpiece, and make sure the miter gauge is set to

90°.

2. Mark the workpiece on the edge where you want to

begin the cut, place the workpiece evenly against

the miter gauge, and align the mark with the blade.

3. After all safety precautions have been met, turn the

bandsaw ON. Slowly feed the workpiece into the

blade and continue the cut until the blade is all the

way through the workpiece. Figure 41 shows a typi-

cal crosscutting operation.

Figure 41. Typical crosscutting operation.

Resawing

Because of its unpredicatable nature,

use extreme caution if cutting warped

stock. The difference between accept-

able and unacceptable warped stock

varies from machine to machine. If

you are in doubt, square-up the stock

first or do not cut it.

"Resawing" (Figure 42) is cutting a workpiece into two

or more thinner workpieces. Use the widest blade pos-

sible when resawing—a wide blade cuts straighter and is

less prone to blade lead (see Page 40). For most applica-

tions, use a blade with a hook- or skip-tooth style. Choose

blades with fewer teeth-per-inch (from 3 to 6), because

they offer larger gullet capacities for clearing sawdust,

reducing heat buildup and reducing strain on the motor.

NOTICE

To resaw a workpiece, do these steps:

The scale on the front rail will NOT be

accurate when using the resaw fence.

1. Verify that the bandsaw is setup properly and that

the table is perpendicular to the blade.

2. Use the widest blade your bandsaw will accept.

Note: The blade must also be sharp and clean.

3. Adjust the fence to the desired width of cut, and

lock it in place. (Support the ends of the board if

necessary.)

4. Turn the bandsaw ON.

5. Using push paddles and a push stick, maintain

workpiece pressure against the fence and table, and

slowly feed the workpiece into the moving blade

until the blade is completely through the workpiece

Figure 42. Typical resawing operation.

(see Figure 42).

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Cutting Curves

When cutting curves, simultaneously feed and turn the

stock carefully so the blade follows the layout line with-

out twisting. If a curve is so abrupt that it is necessary to

repeatedly back up and cut a new kerf, use a narrower

blade, a blade with more TPI (teeth per inch), or make

more relief cuts.

The list below shows the minimum

radius that can be cut by common

blade widths.

Width

Radius

⁄

8".....................¹⁄8

³⁄16"....................³⁄8

Relief cuts are made through the waste portion of the

workpiece and stop at the layout line. Relief cuts reduce

the chance that the blade will be pinched or twisted dur-

ing the cut.

⁄

4''.....................⁵⁄8''

8''.................... 1¹⁄4''

2''.................... 2¹⁄2''

8''.................... 3³⁄4''

4''.................... 5¹⁄2''

Stacked Cuts

Figure 43. Blade width radii.

One of the benefits of a bandsaw is its ability to cut mul-

tiple copies of a particular shape by stacking workpieces

together and cutting them as one. Before making stacked

cuts, ensure that both the table and the blade are prop-

erly adjusted to 90°; otherwise, any error will be com-

pounded.

To complete a stacked cut, do these steps:

1. Align your pieces from top-to-bottom to ensure that

each piece has adequate scrap to provide a clean,

unhampered cut.

2. Secure all the pieces together in a manner that will

not interfere with the cutting. For wood, hot glue on

the edges works well, as do brad nails through the

waste portion. (Be careful not to cut into the brads

or you may break the blade!)

3. On the face of the top piece, mark the shape you

intend to cut.

4. Make relief cuts perpendicular to the outline of your

intended shape in areas where changes in blade

direction could cause the blade to bind.

5. Cut the stack of pieces as though you were cut-

ting a single piece. Follow your layout line with the

blade kerf on the waste side of your line as shown in

Figure 44.

Figure 44. Typical stacked cut.

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Blade Characteristics

(Wood Cutting)

Blade Length

Measured by the circumference, blade lengths are usually

unique to the brand of your bandsaw and the distance

between wheels. This saw uses 133" long blades.

Blade Width

Measured from the back of the blade to the tip of the

blade tooth (the widest point), blade width is often the

first consideration given to blade selection. Blade width

dictates the largest and smallest curve that can be cut, as

well as how accurately it can cut a straight line.

This saw uses blades from ¹⁄8" to 1 ⁄4" in width. Always

pick the size of blade that best suits your application.

•

Curve Cutting: Use the chart in Figure 43 to deter-

mine the correct blade for curve cutting. Determine

the smallest radius curve that will be cut on your

workpiece and use the corresponding blade width.

•

Straight Cutting: Use the largest width blade that

you own. Large blades excel at cutting straight lines

and are less prone to wander.

Tooth Style

Figure 45 illustrates the three main tooth styles:

•

Raker: Considered to be the standard because the

tooth size and shape are the same as the tooth

gullet. The teeth on raker blades usually are very

numerous, have no angle, and produce cuts by

scraping the material; these characteristics result in

very smooth cuts, but do not cut fast and generate

more heat than other types while cutting.

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Skip: Similar to a raker blade that is missing every

other tooth. Because of the design, skip toothed

blades have a much larger gullet than raker blades,

and therefore, cut faster and generate less heat.

However, these blades also leave a rougher cut than

raker blades.

Figure 45. Raker, Skip & Hook tooth

styles.

Hook: The teeth have a positive angle (downward)

which makes them dig into the material, and the

gullets are usually rounded for easier waste removal.

These blades are excellent for the tough demands of

resawing and ripping thick material.

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Tooth Pitch

Usually measured as TPI (teeth per inch), tooth pitch

determines the size/number of the teeth. More teeth

per inch (fine pitch) will cut slower, but smoother; while

fewer teeth per inch (coarse pitch) will cut rougher, but

faster. As a general rule, choose blades that will have at

least three teeth in the material at all times. Use fine

pitched blades on harder woods and coarse pitched blades

on softer woods.

Blade Care

A bandsaw blade is a delicate piece of steel that is sub-

jected to tremendous strain. You can obtain longer use

from a bandsaw blade if you give it fair treatment and

always use the appropriate feed rate for your operation.

Be sure to select blades with the proper width, style, and

pitch for each application. The wrong choice of blades

will often produce unnecessary heat which will shorten

the life of your blade.

A clean blade will perform much better than a dirty

blade. Dirty or gummed up blades pass through the cut-

ting material with much more resistance than clean

blades. This extra resistance also causes unnecessary

heat. Resin/pitch dissolving cleaners are excellent for

cleaning dirty blades.

Blade Breakage

Many conditions may cause a bandsaw blade to break.

Blade breakage is unavoidable, in some cases, since it is

the natural result of the peculiar stresses that bandsaw

blades must endure. Blade breakage is also due to avoid-

able circumstances. Avoidable breakage is most often

the result of poor care or judgement on the part of the

operator when mounting or adjusting the blade or support

guides.

The most common causes of blade breakage are:

•

Faulty alignment/adjustment of the guides.

Forcing/twisting a wide blade around a short radius.

Feeding the workpiece too fast.

Dull teeth or damaged tooth set.

Overtensioned blade.

Top blade guide assembly set too high above the

workpiece.

•

Using a blade with a lumpy or improperly finished

braze or weld.

•

Continuously running the bandsaw when not in use.

Leaving blade tensioned when not in use.

Using the wrong TPI for the workpiece thickness.

(The general rule of thumb is three teeth in the

workpiece at all times.)

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2. Refer to the "Material Width/Diameter"

row of the blade selection chart in Figure

46 and read across to find the workpiece

thickness you need to cut.

Blade Selection

(Metal Cutting)

Selecting the right blade for the job depends on

a variety of factors, such as the type of mate-

rial being cut, hardness of the material, material

shape machine capability, and operator tech-

nique.

3. Compare the "Material Shapes" row to the

material to be cut.

4. In the applicable row, read across to the

right and find the box where the row and

column intersect. Listed in the box is the

minimum TPI recommended for the vari-

able tooth pitch blades.

The chart below is a basic starting point for

choosing a blade type based on teeth per inch

(TPI) for variable tooth pitch blades and for

standard raker type bi-metal blades/HSS blades.

However, for exact specifications of bandsaw

blades, contact the blade manufacturer.

5. The "Cutting Speed Rate Recommendation"

section of the charts offers guidelines for

various metals, given in feet per minute

(speed FPM) and meters per minute in

parenthesis. Choose the speed closest to

the number shown in the chart.

To select the correct blade TPI, do these steps:

1. Measure the material thickness.

Material Width/Diameter

Teeth Per Inch Variable Pitch Blades

Material Shapes

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Blade Changes

To replace the blade, do these steps:

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Release the tension lever.

3. Remove the table insert and the table pin. Adjust

the upper and lower guide blocks away from the

blade.

4. Open the upper and lower wheel covers and slide

the blade off both wheels.

Always disconnect power to the

machine when changing blades.

Failure to do this may result in serious

personal injury.

5. Rotate the blade 90˚ and slide it through the slot in

the table.

6. Slide the new blade through the table slot, ensuring

that the teeth are pointing down toward the table.

If the teeth will not point downward in any orienta-

tion, the blade is inside-out. Put on heavy gloves,

remove the blade, and twist it rightside-out.

7. Slip the blade through the guides, and mount it over

the upper and lower wheels.

All saw blades are dangerous and may

cause personal injury. To reduce the

risk of being injured, wear leather

gloves when handling saw blades.

8. Apply tension.

9. Turn the tension knob until proper blade tension has

been reached according to the blade thickness scale

shown in Figure 47.

10. Check and adjust the tracking (Page 17).

11. Adjust the upper/lower guide blocks and the support

bearings (Pages 20 and 21).

12. Close the wheel covers.

13. Replace the table insert and table pin, being sure

not to use excessive force when inserting the table

pin.

Tension Scale

Figure 47. Tensioner adjustment.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Fence Scale Calibration

You may need to recalibrate the fence scale after chang-

ing or adjusting the blade, or if the scale is not producing

accurate cuts. Recalibrate the fence scale by adjusting

the hairline indicator on the fence and testing your adjust-

ment by cutting a piece of scrap wood.

To calibrate the scale, do these steps:

1. Set the fence anywhere along the scale and locate a

piece of scrap wood with at least one straight edge.

Note: Joint the edge with a jointer (if needed) to

make the edge straight.

2. Hold the straight edge of the workpiece firmly

against the fence, and feed the workpiece through

the saw blade with a push stick.

3. Measure the width of the cut workpiece. The width

of the workpiece should match the reading on the

fence scale.

4. If the reading on the scale is not the same as the

width of the cut workpiece, loosen the screw on

the magnifying window (Figure 48), and adjust it to

match the width of the cut workpiece.

Figure 48. Scale calibration screws.

5. Tighten the screw; the scale is now correctly cali-

brated.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

ACCESSORIES

The following accessories may be available through your local Woodstock International Inc. Dealer. If you

do not have a dealer in your area, these products are also available through online dealers. Please call

or e-mail Woodstock International Inc. Customer Service to get a current listing of dealers at: 1-800-545-

8420 or at sales@woodstockint.com.

Model D2058 Shop Fox Super Heavy-Duty Mobile Base

Supports your machine so you can move it easily and lock

it in place. Designed for long term and frequent moving

of heavy machinery. All Shop Fox Adjustable Mobile Bases

are strong enough to move heavy machines on a con-

tinual basis. The stands are adjustable to fit a variety of

machines and can be leveled without the use of shims or

tools.

Model W1054 Dust Collection Kit #1

Contains everything needed for a single machine hookup,

including simple and concise instructions. Includes a 4" x

10' black plastic hose, a universal 4" dust hood, and two

4" wire hose clamps.

Model D3096 Shop Fox Featherboard

Reduce the risk of kickback and achieve consistent feed-

ing results with these Shop Fox featherboards. Fits stan-

dard ³⁄8" x ³⁄4" miter gauge slots.

D3122

Model D3122 Shop Fox Push Stick

This essential safety item keeps hands at a safe distance

from blades and cutters while still maintaining control

of the workpiece against machine fences. A true neces-

D3096

sity when running narrow stock. The durable handle is

designed for maximum control. Measures 13¹⁄2" overall.

Super ergonomic design!

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

MAINTENANCE

Schedule

For optimum performance from your machine, follow this

maintenance schedule:

Daily

•

Check/correct loose mounting bolts.

Check/correct damaged saw blade.

Check/correct worn or damaged wires.

Correct any other unsafe condition.

Monthly

MAKE SURE that your machine is

unplugged during all maintenance pro-

cedures! If this warning is ignored, seri-

ous personal injury may occur.

•

Check for V-belt tension, damage, or wear.

Remove blade and thoroughly clean all built-up saw-

dust from the rubber tires on the wheels.

Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside cabinet and

off motor.

•

Cleaning

Redressing Rubber

Tires

Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe

off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. If resin

has built up, use a resin dissolving cleaner to

remove it.

As the bandsaw ages, the rubber tires on the

wheels may need to be redressed if they harden

or glaze over. Redressing the rubber tires improves

blade tracking and reduces vibration/blade lead.

Once a month, remove the blade and thoroughly

clean all built-up sawdust from the rubber tires

on the wheels.

If the rubber tires become too worn, then blade

tracking will become extremely difficult. At that

point, redressing will no longer be effective and

the rubber tires must be replaced.

Table & Base

To redress the rubber tires, do these steps:

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Put on heavy leather gloves.

3. Remove the blade.

Protect the unpainted cast iron surfaces on

the table by wiping the table clean after every

use—this ensures moisture from wood dust does

not remain on bare metal surfaces. Keep tables

rust-free with regular applications of general

lubricants such as G96® Gun Treatment, SLIPIT®,

or Boeshield® T-9.

4. Clean any built-up sawdust from the rubber

If the table becomes difficult to tilt, remove it

and lubricate the trunnions and the slides in the

trunnion base with a general lubricant.

tires.

5. Hold 100 grit sandpaper against the rub-

ber tire and rotate the wheel by hand.

Only redress the rubber enough to expose a

fresh rubber surface.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

SERVICE

General

This section covers the most common service adjustments

or procedures that may need to be made during the life

of your machine.

If you require additional machine service not included

in this section, please contact Woodstock International

Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send e-mail to:

tech-support@shopfox.biz.

MAKE SURE that your machine is

unplugged during all service proce-

dures! If this warning is ignored, seri-

ous personal injury may occur.

Servicing V-Belts

To ensure optimum power transfer from the motor to the

blade, the V-belts must be in good condition and operate

under proper tension. Check belt tension at least every 3

months—more often if the bandsaw is used daily. V-belts

stretch with use and must be periodically re-tensioned.

Wheel

Pulley

Accessing V-Belts

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

Idler

Pulley

2. Remove the bandsaw blade.

3. Remove the lower wheel by removing the hex bolt at

the center of the wheel, then sliding the wheel off

the shaft. (The hex nut has left handed threads, so

you must turn it clockwise to loosen it.) You now have

access to the V-belts for inspection or service (see

Figure 49).

Motor

Pulley

Figure 49. Pulleys and V-belts.

Checking V-Belts

1. Follow all previous instructions for Accessing V-

Belts.

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2. Push the center of each V-belt (Figure 50), using

moderate force. Deflection should be about ¹⁄4".

If deflection is more than ¹⁄4", tension that V-belt

(Page 39) before doing Step 4.

⁄4"

3. Use a flashlight to inspect the belt. If a V-belt is

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cracked, frayed, or glazed, replace it soon.

4. Replace the pulley cover, lower wheel, and blade;

Figure 50. Belt deflection.

then close the lower wheel cover.

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Tensioning/Replacing V-Belts

1. Follow all previous instructions for Accessing V-

Belts.

Motor

Hinge Bolt

2. Loosen the motor mount bolts shown in Figure 51.

3. Loosen the idler pulley mounting nut behind the cap

shown in Figure 52.

Motor

Adjustment

Bolt

— If you only need to retension the V-belts, skip to

Step 6.

— If you need to replace the V-belts, continue with

Step 4.

Figure 51. Motor mount bolts.

4. Pivot the motor and slide the idler pulley to loosen

the V-belts.

Idler Pulley

Mounting

Nut

5. Remove old V-belts and install the new V-belts.

6. Slide the idler pulley down to tighten the lower

wheel V-belt, hold pressure on the idler pulley, then

tighten the mounting nut.

(behind cap)

7. Check the wheel pulley V-belt for correct tension.

Retension if necessary before continuing.

8. Pivot the motor to tighten the motor V-belt, hold

pressure on the motor, then tighten the motor

adjustment bolt.

Figure 52. Location of idler pulley

9. Check the motor V-belt for correct tension.

mounting nut.

Retension if necessary before continuing.

10. When the belt tension is correct, tighten the motor

hinge bolt.

11. Replace the pulley cover, lower wheel, and blade;

then close the lower wheel cover.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Shimming Table

To ensure accuracy when cutting stacked workpieces, the

table should be 90˚ to the back of the blade as shown in

Figure 53. If the table is not perpendicular to the back of

the blade, the table needs to be shimmed.

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Shims can be made of any durable object that can be

sandwiched between the table and the trunnions. We rec-

ommend using shim washers or shim stock because of the

wide range of available thicknesses. These items can be

purchased at your local hardware store.

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To shim the table, do these steps:

1. Make sure that the blade is tracking properly and

that it is correctly tensioned.

Figure 53. Squaring table to blade back.

2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Loosen the trunnion bolts that secure the trunnions

to the table.

4. Shim between the table and the two trunnions to

move the table in the desired direction.

5. Follow the Aligning Table instructions on Page 23 to

complete this procedure.

Blade Lead

"Blade Lead" means that the blade does not cut straight

when using the fence or miter gauge (see Figure 54). This

is a common condition with all bandsaws. Worn or dam-

aged blades may cause lead and replacing them will fix the

problem. Still, if your bandsaw is setup correctly and lead

occurs, compensate for it by skewing the fence.

To correct blade lead, do the following steps and make

a test cut before skewing the fence:

1. Ensure that you have proper blade tension (refer to

Page 19).

2. Ensure that the blade guides are adjusted correctly

(refer to Pages 20 & 21).

Figure 54. Blade leading away from line of

cut.

3. Ensure that the miter slot or fence is parallel to the

blade (refer to Page 23).

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To skew your fence, do these steps:

1. Cut a piece of scrap wood approximately ³⁄4" thick

x 3" wide x 17" long. On a wide face of the board,

draw a straight line parallel to the long edge.

2. Slide the fence out of the way and cut free-hand

along the line. Stop at the halfway point. Turn the

bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to stop.

3. Clamp the board to the bandsaw table without mov-

ing it. Now slide the fence over to the board so it

barely touches one end of the board.

4. Loosen the two cap screws that mount the front rail

brackets to the table.

5. Shim between the front rail brackets and the table

as necessary to make the fence parallel to the edge

of the scrap piece.

To compensate for lead when making straight crosscuts

with the miter gauge, do these steps:

1. Set the miter gauge to 90° and verify that the gauge

body is square to the miter bar, using a 90° square.

2. On a scrap piece of wood, mark a line that is per-

pendicular to the front edge of the workpiece.

NOTICE

If the table is shifted, the fence will be

affected since it is attached.

3. Starting where the line begins, cut the board by

pushing it through the blade with the miter gauge.

4. Loosen the table trunnion mounting bolts, and shift

NOTICE

the table to compensate for the blade lead.

Lead adjustments will change when new

blades are mounted on the saw.

5. Repeat Steps 1 & 2 until the blade cuts straight

when wood is pushed through with the miter gauge.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Wheel Alignment

When wheels are aligned, or coplanar, the bandsaw cuts

straighter, with much less vibration, heat, and blade wear

because the blade is automatically balanced on the wheel.

See Figure 55 to better understand coplanarity.

Parallel, Not

Coplanar

If your bandsaw develops tracking problems that can't be

fixed by adjusting the upper wheel tracking knobs, then

check the wheel alignment before taking any other steps.

Coplanarity Gauge

Contacts Top

And Bottom of

Both Wheels

Verifying Upper/Lower Wheels are Coplanar

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. With the blade on and properly tensioned, hold

a straightedge or a self-made "coplanarity gauge"

(Figure 55) close to the center of both wheels. Make

sure the straightedge or gauge fully extends across

the wheels as shown in Figure 55.

Not Parallel

Adjust

— If the wheels are coplanar, the straightedge will

evenly touch the top and bottom of both wheels.

Not Coplanar

Tracking Knob

— If the wheels are not coplanar, place the straight-

edge on the lower wheel first (ensuring that it

touches both the top and bottom rim), then adjust

the upper wheel tracking knob to make the upper

wheel parallel with the lower wheel.

— If the straightedge does not touch both wheels

evenly, the upper wheel needs to be shimmed or

the lower wheel needs to be adjusted.

Shimming Upper Wheel

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

Figure 55. Coplanar diagram.

2. Make sure the top wheel is adjusted parallel with

the bottom wheel.

3. With the straightedge touching both points of the

wheel that does not need to be adjusted, measure

the distance away from the incorrect wheel with a

fine ruler (see Figure 56).

4. Remove the blade from the saw, then remove the

wheel that needs to be shimmed.

5. Determine how many shim washers you need to com-

pensate for the distance measured in Step 3 and

place them on the wheel shaft.

Figure 56. Measuring wheel difference.

6. Replace the wheel, the original washers, and the

securing nut.

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7. Tighten the blade, then check the wheels. (Coplanar

wheels may pull out of alignment when the blade is

tightened.)

8. When the wheels are coplanar, place a mark on each

wheel where you held the straightedge. This assures

repeated accuracy every time you adjust your

wheels.

Note: When wheels are properly coplanar, the blade

may not be centered on the crown of the wheel, but

it will be balanced.

Adjusting Lower Wheel

Only do this procedure if you cannot make the wheels

coplanar with the tracking knob or by shimming the upper

wheel. Make sure the upper wheel is adjusted as close as

possible to being coplanar with the lower wheel before

beginning. Do this procedure with the blade fully ten-

sioned.

To adjust the lower wheel, do these steps:

Wheel

Adjustment

Sleeve

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Loosen the four hex bolts on the lower wheel adjust-

ment hub (Figure 57).

3. Rotate the wheel adjustment sleeves to tilt the

lower wheel as necessary to make it coplanar with

the upper wheel.

Hex Bolt

4. Tighten the hex bolts to lock the wheel adjustment

Figure 57. Wheel adjustment hub.

sleeves in position.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Electrical Component Wiring

Figure 60. Power switch.

Figure 58. Motor junction box wiring.

Figure 61. Variable speed dial.

Figure 59. Motor switch.

Figure 62. Inverter/controller box terminal blocks.

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REWIRE

M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Wiring Diagram

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Troubleshooting

This section covers the most common problems and corrections with this type of

machine. WARNING! DO NOT make any adjustments until power is disconnected and

moving parts have come to a complete stop!

Motor & Electrical

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Machine does not start or a 1. OFF button has not been reset.

breaker trips.

1. Lift paddle and press OFF button down completely

until it clicks.

2. Plug/receptacle is at fault or wired 2. Test for good contacts; correct the wiring.

incorrectly.

3. Motor connection wired incorrect- 3. Correct motor wiring connections.

ly.

4. Wall fuse/circuit breaker is blown/ 4. Ensure circuit size is suitable for this machine;

tripped.

replace weak breaker.

5. Power supply switched OFF or is at 5. Ensure power supply is switch on; ensure power sup-

fault. ply has the correct voltage.

6. Wiring is open/has high resistance. 6. Check for broken wires or disconnected/corroded

connections, and repair/replace as necessary.

7. Motor ON button or ON/OFF switch 7. Replace faulty ON button or ON/OFF switch.

is at fault.

8. Inverter/Controller box is at fault. 8. Inspect inverter/controller box; replace if faulty.

9. Motor is at fault.

9. Test/repair/replace.

Machine stalls or is under- 1. Feed rate/cutting speed too fast 1. Decrease feed rate/cutting speed.

powered.

for task.

2. Machine is undersized for the task. 2. Use sharp blade with lower TPI; reduce the feed

rate/depth of cut.

3. Blade is slipping on wheels.

3. Adjust blade tracking and tension to factory specifi-

cations.

4. Motor connection is wired incor- 4. Correct motor wiring connections.

rectly.

5. Plug/receptacle is at fault.

6. Pulley/sprocket slipping on shaft.

7. Motor is at fault.

5. Test for good contacts; correct the wiring.

6. Replace loose pulley/shaft.

7. Test/repair/replace.

Machine has vibration or 1. Motor or component is loose.

noisy operation.

1. Inspect/replace stripped or damaged bolts/nuts,

and re-tighten with thread locking fluid.

2. Blade weld is at fault or teeth are 2. Replace blade.

broken.

3. Blade is at fault.

3. Replace warped, bent, or twisted blade; resharpen

dull blade.

4. V-belt worn or loose.

5. Pulley is loose.

4. Inspect/replace belt.

5. Realign/replace shaft, pulley, setscrew, and key as

required.

6. Motor mount loose/broken.

6. Tighten/replace.

7. Machine is incorrectly mounted or 7. Tighten/replace anchor studs in floor; relocate/shim

sits unevenly. machine.

8. Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover. 8. Replace dented fan cover; replace loose/damaged

fan.

9. Motor bearings are at fault.

9. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose

shaft requires bearing replacement.

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Cutting Operations

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Machine slows when oper- 1. Feeding workpiece too fast.

1. Reduce feed rate.

2. Replace blade (Page 34).

Ticking sound when the 1. Blade weld contacting guide/support 1. Use file or stone to smooth and round the back of

ating.

2. Blade is dull.

saw is running.

bearings (a light tick is normal).

2. Blade weld may be failing.

the blade; slightly loosen the blade guides.

2. Inspect and replace blade if necessary (Page 34).

Blade contacting table 1. Insert installed upside down or back- 1. Re-install insert a different way.

insert.

wards.

2. Table improperly mounted or 2. Align table (Page 23).

aligned.

Vibration when cutting.

1. Loose or damaged blade.

2. Sawdust buildup on wheels.

1. Tighten or replace blade (Page 34).

2. Clean all sawdust from rubber tires on wheels.

Burn marks on the edge of 1. Too much side pressure when feeding 1. Feed workpiece straight into the blade. See Basic

the cut.

workpiece; blade is binding.

Cutting Tips on Page 27.

2. Blade too wide for size of radius 2. Install a smaller width blade/increase blade ten-

being cut.

Rough or poor quality 1. Feeding workpiece too fast.

cuts.

Sawdust buildup inside 1. Clogged dust port.

cabinet.

sion. See Page 34 or 19.

1. Reduce feed rate.

2. Re-adjust all blade guides and support bearings.

2. Blade guides adjusted incorrectly.

1. Clean out dust port.

2. Low CFM (airflow) from the shop 2. Two options:

vacuum.

—Check dust hoses for leaks or clogs.

—Connect saw to a more powerful shop vacuum.

Blade wanders or doesn't 1. Blade lead.

cut straight.

1. Refer to Blade Lead on Page 40.

2. Clean all sawdust from rubber tires on wheels.

2. Sawdust buildup on wheels.

Cuts are not square (verti- 1. Table tilt is not adjusted to 0˚ 1. Adjust table tilt to 0˚; readjust positive stop if

cally).

or positive stop has moved out of

adjustment.

necessary (Page 22).

2. Table tilt scale pointer is not cali- 2. Calibrate table tilt scale pointer to 0˚ (Page 22).

brated.

3. Table is not square to the blade.

Metal chips are silvery, 1. Feed rate too slow.

thin, small, or powdery.

Metal chips are large, 1. Feed rate too fast.

3. Shim table (Page 40).

1. Increase feed rate.

2. Decrease blade speed.

2. Blade speed too fast.

1. Decrease feed rate.

2. Increase blade speed.

curled, blue/brown or

smoking.

2. Blade speed too slow.

Miscellaneous

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Blade tension scale is 1. The spring in the blade tension 1. Replace spring in the blade tension mechanism,

grossly inaccurate.

mechanism has lost its "spring." This

is caused by not releasing the blade

tension when not in use or frequently

over-tensioning the bandsaw.

then take better care of the bandsaw by releasing

tension when not in use and not over-tensioning the

blade.

Wheel is noisy.

1. Wheel bearing is worn out.

1. Replace the wheel bearing.

2. Belt is too tight (lower wheel).

2. Check/loosen the belt tension (Page 38).

Blade does not track con- 1. Wheels are not coplanar or aligned 1. Adjust wheels to be coplanar/aligned with each

sistently, correctly, or at

all.

with each other.

2. Rubber tires on wheels are worn 2. Redress the rubber tires on the wheels (Page 37);

out. replace the rubber tires on the wheels.

other (Page 42).

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

PARTS

Bandsaw Body Breakdown

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Bandsaw Body Parts List

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XPS01M

XPS04

PHLP�HD�SCR�M4-.7�X�6

PHLP�HD�SCR�M3-.5�X�18

PHLP�HD�SCR�M4-.7�X�18

PHLP�HD�SCR�1/4-20�X�1/2

PHLP�HD�SCR�10-24�X�3/4

XM1113027 CORD�4-WIRE�16AWG

XPLN08 LOCK�NUT�1/2-20

XM1113031 PLATE�NUT

XM1113032 BLADE�TENSION�POINTER

XM1113033 COMPRESSION�SPRING

XM1113034 STRAIN�RELIEF

XPS08

XM1113069 CONTROLLER�COVER�PLATE

XPN07 HEX�NUT�10-24

XM1113071 MOTOR�INVERTER�SWITCH

XM1113072 SPEED�DIAL

XM1113073 SWITCH�W/LARGE�STOP

XM1113074 INVERTER�RHYMEBUS�RMG-5�1HP

XPB03

XPN02

XM1113077 BRUSH�BASE

XPS10

XM1113079 BRUSH

XPB19

XPN02

HEX�NUT�5/16-18

XM1113036 BLADE�TRACKING�KNOB

XM1113037 POWER�CORD�3-WIRE�16AWG

XM1113038 DOOR�COVER�KNOB

HEX�BOLT�5/16-18�X�1

HEX�NUT�5/16-18

XPSB05

CAP�SCREW�1/4-20�X�3/4

XM1113040 CORD�3-WIRE�16AWG

XM1113041 PIN�6MM

PHLP�HD�SCR�10-24�X�1-1/2

XPN08

HEX�NUT�3/8-16

XM1113043 HEX�BOLT�3/8-16�X�4

XM1113044 COVER

HEX�BOLT�1/4-20�X�1/2

LOCK�WASHER�1/4

FLAT�WASHER�1/4

XPLW02

XPW06

XPN03

HEX�NUT�3/4-16

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Table & Guides Breakdown

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Table & Guides Parts List

REF PART�#

DESCRIPTION

REF PART�#

DESCRIPTION

PHLP�HD�SCR�10-24�X�1/2

CAP�SCREW�1/4-20�X�1

REAR�RAIL

101

102

103

104

105

106

107

108

109

110

111

112

113

114

115

116

117

119

120

121

122

123

124

125

126

127

128

129

130

131

132

133

134

135

XPB51

XPLW02

XPW06

XM1113104

XPTS001

XM1113106

XM1113107

XM1113108

XPW07

XPLW01

XPB32

HEX�BOLT�1/4-20�X�3/8

LOCK�WASHER�1/4

FLAT�WASHER�1/4

GUIDE�BAR�COVER

THUMB�SCREW�1/4-20�X�1/2

FENCE�SCALE

136

137

138

139

140

XPS01

XPSB06

XM1113138

XM1113139

XM1113140

TABLE�PIN

GAUGE

140-1 XM1113140-1 MITER�GAUGE�HANDLE

140-2 XM1113140-2 MITER�GAUGE�BODY

140-4 XM1113140-4 MITER�GAUGE�POINTER

140-5 XM1113140-5 MITER�GAUGE�BAR

GUIDE�BAR��

GUIDE�BAR�BRACKET

FLAT�WASHER�5/16

LOCK�WASHER�5/16

HEX�BOLT�5/16-18�X�5/8

HANDWHEEL�SHAFT

HANDWHEEL

141

142

143

144

146

147

148

149

150

151

152

153

154

155

156

157

158

159

160

161

162

164

165

166

167

XM1113141

XM1113142

XM1113143

XM1113144

XPB35

TABLE�INSERT

TABLE�(19MM�T-SLOT)

GUIDE�BAR�SCALE

XM1113112

XM1113113

XPSS11

POINTER�PLATE

SET�SCREW�1/4-20�X�1/4

EXT�RETAINING�RING�13MM

BALL

COMPRESSION�SPRING

GUIDE�BAR�KNOB�5/16-18�X�2

GEAR

HEX�BOLT�3/8-16�X�2-1/2

CLAMP�SHOE

TRUNNION

HEX�BOLT�5/16-18�X�3/4

HEX�BOLT�3/8-16�X�2

FLAT�WASHER�3/8

XPR47M

XM1113147

XM1113148

XPB07

XPB58

XPW02

XM1113116

XM1113117

XM1113119

XM1113120

XM1113121

XPW07

EXTENSION�TABLE

XM1113152

XM1113153

XPS18

XM1113155

XM1113156

XM1113157

XM1113158

XPB05

XM1113160

XPSN01

XM1113162

XPN02

TABLE�BRACKET

FLAT�WASHER�5/16

HEX�BOLT�5/16-18�X�2

BLADE�COVER

TABLE�TRUNNION�KNOB�3/8-16

PHLP�HD�SCR�10-24�X�1/4

TABLE�TILT�POINTER

TABLE�TILT�SCALE

LOWER�SUPPORT�BRACKET

BLADE�GUIDE�HOLDER�BOTTOM

HEX�BOLT�1/4-20�X�3/4

RAIL�KNOB�5/16-18�X�5/8

SQUARE�NUT�3/8-16

FRONT�RAIL

XPB06

XM1113124

XM1113125

XPSB05

XM1113127

XM1113128

P6200

LOCK�LEVER�1/4-20�X�3/4

CAP�SCREW�1/4-20�X�3/4

GUIDE�POST�BRACKET

SUPPORT�BEARING�SHAFT

BALL�BEARING�6200ZZ

EXT�RETAINING�RING�10MM

BLADE�GUIDE�BLOCK

BLADE�GUIDE�HOLDER�TOP

CAP�SCREW�1/4-20�X�1

GUIDE�POST

XPR01M

XM1113131

XM1113132

XPSB06

XM1113134

XM1113135

HEX�NUT�5/16-18

CAP�SCREW�1/4-20�X�1

L-BRACKET

XPSB06

XM1113166

XM1113167

GUIDE�HEIGHT�POINTER

HANDWHEEL�HANDLE

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Fence Breakdown

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REF PART�#

DESCRIPTION

REF PART�#

DESCRIPTION

200

201

202

203

204

205

206

207

208

XM1113200 FENCE�ASSY

XM1113201 FENCE�BODY

209

210

211

212

213

214

215

216

217

XM1113209 PIN�6�X�43

XM1113210 PLATE

XM1113211 FENCE�LOCK�HANDLE

XPN03M HEX�NUT�M8-1.25

XM1113213 LOCK�MECHANISM

XM1113214 BEARING�SHAFT

XPSB64M

XPSBS11M

CAP�SCREW�M10-1.5�X�25

BUTTON�HD�CAP�SCR�M6-1�X�10

XM1113204 FENCE�BASE

XPSS11

XPR01M

XP6200

SET�SCREW�1/4-20�X�1/4

EXT�RETAINING�RING�10MM

BALL�BEARING�6200ZZ

XM1113215 FENCE�SCALE�INDICATOR�PLATE

XPSB04M

CAP�SCREW�M6-1�X�10

XM1113208 ECCENTRIC�SHAFT

XM1113217 RUNNER

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw

Label Placement

Safety labels warn about machine hazards and how to prevent machine damage or injury. The

owner of this machine MUST maintain the original location and readability of all labels on this

machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before allowing the

machine to enter service again. Contact Woodstock International, Inc. at (360) 734-3482 or www.

shopfoxtools.com to order new labels.

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REF PART�#

DESCRIPTION

REF PART�#

DESCRIPTION

301

302

303

304

305

306

307

XM1113301 BLADE�TENSION�SCALE

XLABEL-06 GLASSES�RESPIRATOR�LABEL

XLABEL-08 READ�MANUAL�LABEL

XM1113304 MOTOR�ON/OFF�LABEL

XM1113305 VARIABLE�SPEED�LABEL

XM1113306 BLADE�SPEED�CHART�LABEL

XPPAINT-1 SHOP�FOX�WHITE�PAINT

308

309

310

311

312

313

314

XM1113308 M1113�MODEL�#�LABEL

XM1113309 DECORATIVE�BLACK�STRIPE

XLABEL-04 ELECTRICITY�LABEL

XLABEL-05 DOOR�CLOSED�LABEL

XLABEL-07 UNPLUG�POWER�LABEL

XM1113313 MACHINE�ID�LABEL

XM1113314 SHOP�FOX�LOGO�PLATE

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Warranty Registration

Name___________________________________________________________________________________

Street __________________________________________________________________________________

City _________________________State___________________________Zip________________________

Phone #______________________Email __________________________Invoice #___________________

Model #_________Serial #______________Dealer Name__________________Purchase Date___________

The following information is given on a voluntary basis. It will be used for marketing purposes to help us

develop better products and services. Of course, all information is strictly confidential.

1. How did you learn about us?

_____ Advertisement

____ Friend

____ Website

____ Local Store

____ Other:

_____ Mail Order Catalog

2. How long have you been a woodworker/metalworker?

_____ 0-2 Years

_____ 2-8 Years

____8-20 Years

_____ 20+ Years

3. How many of your machines or tools are Shop Fox?

_____ 0-2 _____ 3-5

____6-9

_____ 10+

____ No

4. Do you think your machine represents a good value?

_____ Yes

5. Would you recommend Shop Fox products to a friend? _____ Yes

6. What is your age group?

_____ 20-29

_____ 50-59

____ 30-39

____ 60-69

____ 40-49

____ 70+

7. What is your annual household income?

_____ $20,000-$29,000

_____ $50,000-$59,000

____ $30,000-$39,000

____ $60,000-$69,000

____ $40,000-$49,000

____ $70,000+

8. Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to?

____ Cabinet Maker

____ Family Handyman

____ Hand Loader

____ Popular Mechanics

____ Popular Science

____ Popular Woodworking

____ Practical Homeowner

____ Precision Shooter

____ Projects in Metal

____ RC Modeler

____ Today’s Homeowner

____ Wood

____ Wooden Boat

____ Woodshop News

____ Woodsmith

____ Handy

____ Home Shop Machinist

____ Journal of Light Cont.

____ Live Steam

____ Model Airplane News

____ Modeltec

____ Old House Journal

____ Woodwork

____ Woodworker West

____ Woodworker’s Journal

____ Other:

____ Riﬂe

____ Shop Notes

____ Shotgun News

9. Comments:__________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

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FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE

Place

Stamp

Here

WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC.

P.O. BOX 2309

BELLINGHAM, WA 98227-2309

FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE

TAPE ALONG EDGES--PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE

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