Jet Elite EHB-1018VM, Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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Horizontal Band Saw

2.0  TABLE OF CONTENTS

3.0  SAFETY WARNINGS

1.  Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation.
2.  

Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause 
serious injury.

3.  

Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.

4.  

This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the 
proper and safe operation of a band saw, do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained.

5.  

Do not use this band saw for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, JET

®

, disclaims any real or implied warranty and 

holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use.

6.  

Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this band saw. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant 
lenses; they are not safety glasses.

7.  

Before operating this band saw, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose 
clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips are recommended. Do not wear gloves.

8.  

Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.

9.  Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.

1.0 WARRANTY AND SERVICE .........................................................................................................................................2

2.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................................4

3.0 SAFETY WARNINGS ....................................................................................................................................................4

4.0 INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................................................................6

5.0 SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................................................................6

6.0 UNCRATING AND ASSEMBLY .....................................................................................................................................7

7.0 INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................................................7

8.0 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS .....................................................................................................................................7

9.0 CONTROLS...................................................................................................................................................................7

10.0 AUXILIARY COOLANT HOSE.....................................................................................................................................8

11.0 PRIOR TO OPERATION ..............................................................................................................................................8

12.0 OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS .......................................................................................................8

12.1 REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE BLADE ..........................................................................................................8

12.2 ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDE BRACKETS ...............................................................................................................9

12.3 ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDE ROLLER BEARINGS ................................................................................................9

12.4 CHANGING BLADE SPEED .................................................................................................................................10

12.5 OPERATING VISE ................................................................................................................................................10

12.5.1 HYDRAULIC VISE .........................................................................................................................................10

12.6 BOW WEIGHT ADJUSTMENT .............................................................................................................................. 11

12.7 ADJUSTING STOCK ADVANCE STOP ................................................................................................................ 11

12.8 SETTING UP THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION ................................................................................................. 11

12.9 AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF .......................................................................................................................................12

12.10 GEAR CASE ........................................................................................................................................................12

12.11 ADJUST BLADE TENSION AND BLADE TRACKING ADJUSTMENT ................................................................12

12.12 SAFETY DEVICE FOR BROKEN SAW BLADE ..................................................................................................13

12.13 CLAMPING VISE POSITION LOCKING LEVER ................................................................................................13

12.14 MITER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ...........................................................................................................................13

13.0 MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................................................14

14.0 LUBRICATION ...........................................................................................................................................................14

15.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS ...........................................................................................................................................14

16.0 WIRING DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................................................. 27-28