Delta 20-330 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL5" x 6"Horizontal Band Saw(Model 20-330)PART NO. 902126 05-31-05Copyright © 2005 Delta MachineryTo learn more about DELTA

10ASSEMBLING STAND HANDLEInsert ends of handle (A) Fig. 5, into the two holes (B) onthe right leg and fasten in place using the two cotter pinssupplie

11Fig. 13AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFFWhen the band saw is in the horizontal position, the sawshould shut itself off automatically. After a completedcut has been

12ADJUSTING BLADE TRACKING1. Place the saw arm in the vertical position and openthe wheel cover (A) Fig. 17.2. Turn on the band saw. The blade is trac

13ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDEBEARINGSDISCONNECT MACHINE FROMPOWER SOURCE.1. The blade guide bearings (A) and (B) Fig. 20 shouldbe adjusted so they just touc

14ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDEBRACKETSDISCONNECT MACHINE FROMPOWER SOURCE.The left and right blade guide brackets (A) and (B) Fig.22, are adjustable by loose

15ADJUSTING STOCK STOPThe stock stop is used when more than one piece is tobe cut to the same length. Position the stop block (A)Fig. 26, the desired

16BLADE SELECTION1. Your band saw uses blades 1/2" wide, 64½" longand .020-.025 thick. Accessory blades with a pitch(number of teeth per. in

17CHANGING BAND SAW FROMHORIZONTAL TO VERTICALPOSITIONYour saw can be changed to the vertical position fornotching, slitting or contour work as follow

18TYPICAL OPERATIONS FOR VERTICAL BAND SAWNOTE: THIS BAND SAW IS RECOMMENDED FOR USE IN CUTTING METAL ONLY.Before starting the machine, see that all a

19In spite of how well a band saw is maintained, problems can occur. The following troubleshooting guide will help yousolve the more common problems:(

2TABLE OF CONTENTSRead and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. Whenusing tools or equipment, basic

20Trouble: BLADE WILL NOT TRACK.Probable Cause Remedy1. Blade too loose 1. Adjust tension2. Upper wheel not properly adjusted. 2. Adjust upper wheel.3

21BAND SAW BLADESA band saw blade is a delicate piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous strain. You canobtain long use from a band saw blade if

22MAINTENANCELUBRICATING THE VISE SCREWThe vise lead screw should be lubricated using lightmachine oil as needed.The drive gears run in an oil bath ge

2323PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCEAll Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a networkof

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3Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

4GENERAL SAFETY RULESREAD AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions listed

5ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL it isassembled and installed according to theinstructions.2. OBTAIN ADVICE from

6A 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

7NOTICE: THE PHOTO ON THE MANUAL COVER ILLUSTRATES THE CURRENT PRODUCTIONMODEL. ALL OTHER ILLUSTRATIONS CONTAINED IN THE MANUAL ARE REPRESENTATIVE ON

8FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTILTHE MACHINE IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIREIN

9ASSEMBLING STAND1. Assemble the two legs (A) and (B) Fig. 2, to the bandsaw base using the six 5/16-18x1" hex head capscrews, three of which are