Model G0701 (Mfd. Since 9/17)
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4. Apply a thin coat of multi-purpose GL2 grease
to the rack.
5. Re-connect the machine to power, then move
the blade guide up and down several times to
distribute the lubricant.
6. Lower the blade guide to the table, discon-
nect the bandsaw from power, then remove
any excess grease from the rack to help pre-
vent sawdust buildup.
Figure 63. Example of rack lubrication location.
Figure 64. Tension adjustment assembly
locations (top wheel removed for clarity).
Blade Guide Rack and Pinion
Lubrication Type ........ GL2 Grease or Equivalent
Amount .................................................Thin Coat
Frequency .......................................... As Needed
To lubricate the blade guide rack and pinion:
1. Lower the upper blade guide until it reaches
the table.
2. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
3. Using a rag and mineral spirits, wipe off any
existing grease and sawdust buildup on the
rack (see
Figure 63).
Tension Adjustment Assembly
Lubrication Type ........ GL2 Grease or Equivalent
Amount .................................................Thin Coat
Frequency .......................................... As Needed
To lubricate the tension adjustment assembly:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Open the top wheel cover and look through
the top of the wheel.
3. Using a rag and mineral spirits, wipe off any
existing grease and sawdust buildup on the
blade tension adjustment assembly and ten-
sion lever cam.
4. Apply a thin coat of multi-purpose GL2 grease
to the tension adjustment assembly and ten-
sion lever cam (see
Figure 64).