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3.3 Replacing the saw band
The saw band is subject to wear. As a result, the saw band needs to be replaced sometimes.
Replacing the saw band can be done by following the steps below.
WARNING:
Before undertaking any type of preparation or adjustment, make sure
the machine is switched off and the power supply is disconnected.
Retrieving a saw band from the machine
1.
Raise the machine’s arm.
2.
Remove the machine’s blade guard by
loosening the 6 screws (Image 3-4).
3.
Loosen the tension screw on top of the
machine’s arm, the saw band comes loose
now.
4.
Carefully tilt the saw band from the
pulleys.
Placing a new saw band onto the machine
1.
To start: place the new saw band in
between the guiding bearings.
2.
Carefully slip the saw band around the
motor pulley (Image 3-5).
3.
Pull the saw band over the top pulley.
4.
Turn the blade tension knob clockwise
until it is tensioned enough so no blade
slippage occurs.
5.
Put the blade guard back in place by
tightening the 6 screws (Image 3-4).
6.
Place 1 – 2 drops of oil on the blade
before turning on the machine.
Image 3-4
Image 3-5