Delta 28-348 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL14" Metal/Wood CuttingBand Saw(Model 28-348)PART NO. 426-03-651-0013 - 1-31-06Copyright © 2006 Delta MachineryTo learn more abo

10TOP PLATE TO CABINETNOTE: IF YOUR MACHINE IS SUPPLIED WITH ANLVC STARTER BOX, PLEASE REFER TO THESUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION SHEET FORMOUNTING THE LVC

11BAND SAW USED WITH A DUSTCOLLECTOR3. If you are going to use your band saw with a dustcollector, attach the dust port as follows:A. Align the four h

125. Align the two holes in the hinge (C) Fig. 19, with thetwo holes in the cabinet door (D). MAKE SURE THATTHE HINGE OPENING IS POINTING DOWN.6. Inse

SAW TO STANDTHE BAND SAW IS VERY HEAVY. USE AHELPER WHEN ATTACHING THE SAW TO THECABINET.1. Place the band saw on top of the cabinet as shownin Fig. 2

14TABLE TO SAW1. Align the two table studs (A) Fig. 27, on the bottomof the table, with the two holes in the trunnionassemblies (B). Place table on tr

15BLADE TO SAWTHE 14" BAND SAW USES 93½"LENGTH BLADES.1. Remove the table pin (A) Fig. 31 from the table.2. Open the two wheel guard doors (

16ON / OFF SWITCH TO STAND1. Remove the two outer hex nuts and lock washers (A)Fig. 34 from the switch box (B).Fig. 342. Insert two screws (C) Fig. 35

17OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTSSTARTING AND STOPPING SAWThe power switch is located on the left side of themachine. To turn the machine “ON”, pus

18ADJUSTING THE TABLE STOPS2. Loosen the table clamp handles (A) Fig. 43, and tiltthe table to the right.3. Rotate the stop (B) Fig. 45 out of the way

19ADJUSTING BLADETENSIONThe band saw is equipped with a quick tensioning blademechanism. To apply tension, move the tension handle(A) to the left as s

2Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

20TRACKING THE BLADEDISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWERSOURCE.BEFORE TRACKING THE BLADE,MAKE SURE THAT THE BLADE GUIDES AND BLADESUPPORT BEARINGS ARE CLEAR

21Fig. 555. Two set screws (B) Fig. 55 hold the upper bladeguides (A) in place. Loosen the set screws (B) to movethe guides (A). Place them as close a

22OPERATIONSBefore starting the machine, insure that all adjustments are properly made and the guards are in place. Turn the upperwheel by hand to mak

23CUTTING CURVESWhen cutting curves, turn the stock carefully so that the blade follows without twisting. If a curve is so abrupt that it isnecessary

24Trouble: BAND SAW DOES NOT COME UP TO SPEED.Probable Cause Remedy1. Low voltage due to improper extension cord size. 1. Replace with adequate size c

25BAND SAW BLADESA band saw blade is a delicate piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous strain. You can obtain long use from aband saw blade if

26SUGGESTED SKIP TOOTH BLADES AND SPEEDSMATERIALSTEELSAluminumAsbestosBabbittBrake LiningCarbonCopper – DrawnDuraluminLeadMagnesiumPaper BoardRubber –

27PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCEAll Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a networkof P

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3FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTIONMANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE.L

4FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULESFOR BAND SAWSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them often

5A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and shouldbe protected with a 20 Amp ti

6Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wireextension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug

7UNPACKING AND CLEANINGCarefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating fromall unpainte

8BAND SAW PARTSFig. 4Fig. 5123451. Saw2. Cabinet3. Dust Chute4. Top Plate5. Stand Door6. Motor Assembly7. Table8. Long V-Belt9. Blade10. Dust Port11.

9ASSEMBLYFOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTILTHE MACHINE IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE