Bs 100
Bs 100
SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING, AND OTHER
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
· lead from lead-based paints,
· crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
· arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, always wear MSHA/NIOSH
approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools.
This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this
machine not be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any
questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine
if it can or should be performed on the product.
Technical Service Manager
Delta Machinery
4825 Highway 45 North
Jackson, TN 38305
(IN CANADA: 505 SOUTHGATE DRIVE, GUELPH, ONTARIO N1H 6M7)
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUC- 13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use
TION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE of accessories and attachments not recom-
MACHINE. Learning the machine’s application, mended by Delta may cause damage to the
limitations, and specific hazards will greatly machine or injury to the user.
minimize the possibility of accidents and injury. 14. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make
2. USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Eye sure your extension cord is in good condition.
protection equipment should comply with ANSI When using an extension cord, be sure to use one
Z87.1 standards, hearing equipment should heavy enough to carry the current your product will
comply with ANSI S3.19 standards, and dust mask draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
protection should comply with MSHA/NIOSH voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating.
certified respirator standards. Splinters, air-borne See the Extension Cord Chart for the correct size
debris, and dust can cause irritation, injury, and/or depending on the cord length and nameplate
illness. ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
3. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear tie, gloves, or gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
loose clothing. Remove watch, rings, and other the cord.
jewelry. Roll up your sleeves. Clothing or jewelry 15. SECURE THE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to
caught in moving parts can cause injury. hold the workpiece when practical. Loss of control
4. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS of a workpiece can cause injury.
ENVIRONMENT. The use of power tools in damp 16. FEED THE WORKPIECE AGAINST THE DIRECTION
or wet locations or in rain can cause shock or OF THE ROTATION OF THE BLADE, CUTTER, OR
electrocution. Keep your work area well-lit to ABRASIVE SURFACE. Feeding it from the other
prevent tripping or placing arms, hands, and direction will cause the workpiece to be thrown out
fingers in danger. at high speed.
5. MAINTAIN ALL TOOLS AND MACHINES IN PEAK 17. DON’T FORCE THE WORKPIECE ON THE
CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and MACHINE. Damage to the machine and/or injury
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating may result.
and changing accessories. Poorly maintained tools and
machines can further damage the tool or machine and/or 18. DON’T OVERREACH. Loss of balance can make
cause injury. you fall into a working machine, causing injury.
6. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the 19. NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE. Injury could occur if
machine, check for any damaged parts. Check for the tool tips, or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving 20. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTEN-
parts, breakage of parts, and any other conditions DED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the machine
that may affect its operation. A guard or any other until it comes to a complete stop. A child or visitor could
part that is damaged should be properly repaired be injured.
or replaced. Damaged parts can cause further 21. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE
damage to the machine and/or injury. MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE before
7. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and installing or removing accessories, before adjusting
benches invite accidents. or changing set-ups, or when making repairs. An
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Your shop is accidental start-up can cause injury.
a potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors 22. MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF WITH
can be injured. PADLOCKS, MASTER SWITCHES, OR BY
REMOVING STARTER KEYS. The accidental
9. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. start-up of a machine by a child or visitor could
Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position cause injury.
before plugging in the power cord. In the event of
a power failure, move the switch to the “OFF” 23. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING,
position. An accidental start-up can cause injury. AND USE COMMON SENSE. DO NOT USE THE
MACHINE WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER
10. USE THE GUARDS. Check to see that all guards THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR
are in place, secured, and working correctly to MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while
prevent injury. operating power tools may result in injury.
11. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES 24. THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and
BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE. Tools, scrap wood products can be injurious to your health.
pieces, and other debris can be thrown at high Always operate machinery in well-ventilated areas,
speed, causing injury. and provide for proper dust removal. Use wood
12. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Don’t force a dust collection systems whenever possible.
machine or an attachment to do a job for which it
was not designed. Damage to the machine and/or
injury may result.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR
BAND SAWS
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL it is 14. NEVER REACH UNDER THE TABLE while the
assembled and installed according to the machine is running.
instructions. 15. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” to back out of an
2. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, uncompleted or jammed cut.
instructor, or another qualified person if you are 16. MAKE “RELIEF” CUTS prior to cutting long curves.
not familiar with the operation of this tool.
17. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” and wait for the blade
3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended to stop prior to cleaning the blade area, removing
electrical connections. debris near the blade, removing or securing
4. USE THE GUARDS WHENEVER POSSIBLE. Check workpiece, or changing the angle of the table. A
to see that they are in place, properly adjusted, coasting blade can be dangerous.
secured, and working correctly. 18. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY, or set-
5. USE PROPER BLADE SIZE and type. up work on the table/work area when the machine is
6. ADJUST THE UPPER BLADE GUIDE so that it is running.
about 1/8" above the workpiece. 19. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND DISCONNECT
7. PROPERLY ADJUST the blade tension, tracking, THE MACHINE from the power source before
blade guides, and blade support bearings. installing or removing accessories, before adjusting
or changing set-ups, or when making repairs.
8. KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from
the blade. 20. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, disconnect the
machine from the power source, and clean the
9. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS and hand table/work area before leaving the machine. LOCK
positions where a sudden slip could cause a hand THE SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION to prevent
to move into the blade. unauthorized use.
10. NEVER START THE MACHINE before clearing the 21. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe
table of all objects (tools, scrap pieces, etc.). and proper operation of power tools (i.e. a safety
11. NEVER START THE MACHINE with the workpiece video) is available from the Power Tool Institute,
against the blade. 1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851
(www.powertoolinstitute.com). Information is also
12. HOLD WORKPIECE FIRMLY against the table. DO
available from the National Safety Council, 1121
NOT attempt to saw a workpiece that does not have
Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please
a flat surface against the table.
refer to the American National Standards Institute
13. HOLD WORKPIECE FIRMLY and feed into blade at ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking
a moderate speed. Machines and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA
1910.213 Regulations.
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POWER CONNECTIONS
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should
be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-
prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. Before connecting the
machine to the power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the
same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low
voltage will damage the machine.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE MACHINE TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE MACHINE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
Your machine is wired for 120 volt, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the machine to the power source,
make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
THIS MACHINE MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
1. All grounded, cord-connected machines: 2. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended for use
on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
volts:
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an
equipped with an electric cord having an equipment- outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. A, the
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must machine will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug
be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed illustrated in Fig. A. A temporary adapter, which looks like
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and the adapter illustrated in Fig. B, may be used to connect
ordinances. this plug to a matching 2-conductor receptacle as shown
in Fig. B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,
temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. Whenever
green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment- the adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the screw.
electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.
t h e g ro u n d i n g i n s t r u c t i o n s a re n o t c o m p l e t e l y IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the machine is R E C E P TA C L E I N Q U E S T I O N I S P R O P E R LY
properly grounded. G R O U N D E D . I F Y O U A R E N O T S U R E H AV E A
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.
grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor
receptacles that accept the machine’s plug, as shown in
Fig. A.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
GROUNDING
CURRENT MEANS
CARRYING
PRONGS ADAPTER
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES
Fig. A Fig. B
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EXTENSION CORDS
Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire
extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s
plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. D, shows the correct
gauge to use depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES
Fig. D
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOREWORD
Delta ShopMaster Model BS100 is a built for precision and performance. The Delta ShopMaster Model BS100 comes
with a powerful 1/3 HP motor, rack and pinion upper blade guide assembly, table tilting assembly, and a flexible lamp.
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9" BENCH BAND SAW PARTS
1 - Band Saw
2 - Lamp
3 - Lamp Cord Clamps
(2)
4 - 1/4" Lockwashers (2)
5 - M6x1x12mm Cap
2 Head Screws (2)
4
3
5
Fig. 2
6 - Table
7 - M6x1 Wing Nut
8 - M6 Flat Washer
6
9 - M6x1x30mm Pan
Head Screw
10 - 4mm Hex Wrench
14 16 - Pinion Knob
17 - Spring
7
15 8 18 - Special Screw
10 9 19 - Miter Guage
13 11 (Optional)
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Fig. 3
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ASSEMBLY
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT
A
CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE
U N T I L T H E M A C H I N E I S C O M P L E T E LY
ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND
THE ENTIRE OWNER’S MANUAL. B
G
C
ASSEMBLING TABLE
TO MACHINE E
1. Locate table locking lever (shown disassembled) D
Fig. 4, M10 flat washer (B) and 4mm wrench (C).
K
J
K
Fig. 6
L
M
B G
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
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6. Locate pinion knob (N) Fig. 9, spring (O), and special
screw (P).
N
Fig. 9
7. Position pinion knob (N) Fig. 10, onto the back of
saw so that the teeth on the pinion knob (N) engage the
teeth on the trunnion (R). Fasten in place with special
screw (P) and spring using the supplied 4mm wrench.
R
P
N
Fig. 10
8. Fasten pointer (S) Fig. 11, to the back of band saw
using the M5x.8x10mm pan head screw (T).
Fig. 11
Z
X
Fig. 12
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ATTACHING LAMP TO
A
MACHINE
1. Fasten the lamp bracket (A) Fig. 13, to the top cover
of the machine, using two M6x1x12mm cap head
screws (B) and 1/4" lockwashers as shown.
C
C
Fig. 13A
Fig. 14
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
STARTING AND
STOPPING SAW
The switch (A) Fig. 15, is located on the front side of the
band saw. To turn the saw “ON” move the switch (A) up
to the “ON” position. To turn the saw “OFF” move the
switch (A) down to the “OFF” position.
Fig. 15
LOCKING SWITCH IN
THE “OFF” POSITION
IMPORTANT: When the tool is not in use, the switch
should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent
unauthorized use. This can be done by grasping the
switch toggle (B) Fig. 16, and pulling it out of the switch,
as shown. With the switch toggle (B) removed, the switch
will not operate. However, should the switch toggle be B
removed while the machine is running, the switch can be
turned “OFF” once, but cannot be restarted without
inserting the switch toggle (B).
Fig. 16
OPENING AND CLOSING
DOOR
When making adjustments such as changing the blade,
tracking the blade, blade guide adjustments, etc., the B
door (B) Figs. 17 and 18, can be opened as follows:
A
NEVER OPEN THE DOOR WHEN THE
MACHINE IS RUNNING.
1. Press in the two locking latches (A) Fig. 17, and swing
door (B) open.
Fig. 17
2. Fig. 18, illustrates door (B) in open position.
Fig. 18
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ADJUSTING A
BLADE TENSION B
Blades of 1/8", 1/4", and 3/8" in width by 59-1/2" in
length are available for use with your band saw. NOTE:
The blade tension must be adjusted to accommodate
different blade widths in order to provide proper blade
tracking, cutting performance, and blade life.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER C
SOURCE.
1. After the desired blade is assembled to the two
wheels, turn tension knob (A) Fig. 19, clockwise until D
spring (B) begins to compress.
2. Turn tension knob (A) Fig. 19, an additional 2-1/2 Fig. 19
turns for 1/8" wide blades; 3 turns for 1/4" wide blades;
and 4 turns for 3/8" wide blades.
3. A chart (C) Fig. 19, is located at the rear of the band
saw. This chart shows blade size, and the minimum
radius that can be cut with each size blade.
C
TRACKING THE BLADE
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.
B
1. Before tracking the blade, make sure the blade
guides and blade support bearings are clear of the blade
so as not to interfere with the tracking adjustment. Also
make sure that the blade is tensioned properly. (Refer to
section “ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION”).
ADJUSTING UPPER
BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY
The upper blade guide assembly (A) Fig. 21, should
always be no more than 1/8" above or as close as
A
possible to the top surface of the workpiece being cut.
Loosen knob (B) Fig. 21, rotate knob (C) and position the
guide assembly (A) to the desired position. Then tighten
knob (B).
Fig. 21
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ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE
GUIDES AND BLADE
SUPPORT BEARING
IMPORTANT: BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER
BLADE GUIDES MUST BE PROPERLY ADJUSTED
TO PREVENT THE BLADE FROM TWISTING DURING
OPERATION.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.
1. NOTE: Upper blade guard (B) Fig. 22, is shown
removed for clarity.
2. Loosen the two screws (C) Fig. 22, and adjust the G
blade guides (D) as close as possible to the sides of the H
saw blade, being careful not to pinch the blade.Then F
tighten the two screws (C). E
B
3. Loosen screw (E) Fig. 22, and move the guide
bracket (F) in or out until the front edge of the guides (D)
are just behind the “gullets” of the blade teeth. Then
tighten screw (E). C
D C
4. The upper blade support/thrust bearing (G) Fig. 22,
prevents the saw blade from being pushed back too far
when cutting. The support bearing (G) should be
adjusted approximately 1/32" behind the blade, so the
back of the blade overlaps the outside diameter of the Fig. 22
ball bearing by approximately 1/8". To adjust, proceed
as follows:
Fig. 23
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ADJUSTING LOWER BLADE
GUIDES AND BLADE
SUPPORT BEARING
E
The lower blade guides and blade support bearing
should be adjusted at the same time as the upper guides
and support bearings as follows: F
G
D
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE. C
1. Loosen two screws (A) Fig. 24, and move guides (B) A B
as close as possible to the sides of the blade, being A
careful not to pinch the blade. Then tighten the two
screws (A).
Fig. 24
2. The front edge of guide blocks (B) Fig. 24, should be
adjusted so they are just behind the “gullets” of the
blade teeth by loosening screw (C), and moving
assembly (D) in or out as necessary. Then tighten screw
(C).
B C D
Fig. 26
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ADJUSTING THE TABLE
POSITIVE STOPS
H
Positive stops are provided for the table at the 90 and 45
degree angle to the blade. To check and adjust the G
positive stops, proceed as follows:
Fig. 30
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CHANGING BLADES
To change blades:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.
1. Press in door latches (A) Fig. 34, and open door (B) as shown.
2. Loosen two screws (C) Fig. 35, and remove blade guard (D).
3. Release tension on the band saw blade by turning tension knob (E) Fig. 34 counterclockwise.
4. Remove table alignment screw (F) Fig. 36.
5. Slip the blade off both wheels and guide it out through the slot in the table.
6. Check the new blade to make sure that the teeth will point down toward the table when installed. IF NOT,
CAREFULLY TURN BLADE INSIDE OUT.
7. Place the new blade onto wheels and adjust blade tension, blade guides and tracking as described prev-iously in
this manual.
8. Replace blade guard, which was removed in STEP 2, and table alignment screw which was removed in
STEP 4.
9. Close door (B) Fig. 34, before operating saw.
E
C
A
D
Fig. 34 Fig. 35
DUST CHUTE
A dust collection system can be attached to the 1¾"
O.D. dust chute (A) Fig. 37.
WRENCH STORAGE F
The 3mm and 4mm wrenches (A) supplied with your
band saw can be stored inside the wheel cover as
shown in Fig. 37A.
Fig. 36
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MITER GUAGE (OPTIONAL) B
Some Delta Band Saws come with a miter gauge. If your
machine has a miter gauge, you can adjust it up to 45
degrees, right and left. Loosen the lock knob (A), rotate
the miter gauge body (B) and tighten the lock knob (A). A
Fig. 38
CUTTING CURVES
When cutting curves, turn the stock carefully so that the blade follows without twisting. If a curve is so abrupt that it is
necessary to repeatedly back up and cut a new kerf, a narrower blade, a blade with more set, or additional relief cuts
Fig. 39, may be necessary to allow the blade to cut more efficiently. The more set a blade has, the easier it will allow
the stock to be turned, but the cut is usually rougher than where a medium amount of set is used.
When withdrawing the piece being cut, changing the cut, or for any other reason, be careful not to accidentally draw
the blade off the wheels. In most cases, it is easier and safer to turn the stock and saw out through the waste material,
rather than try to withdraw the stock from the blade.
Fig. 39
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Fig. 40
Fig. 40 illustrates a typical bevel cutting operation using the accessory miter gage.
Fig. 41
Fig. 41 illustrates a typical resawing application using the accessory rip fence.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
In spite of how well a band saw is maintained, problems can occur. The following troubleshooting
guide will help you solve the more common problems:
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
(CONTINUED)
Trouble: CUT DOES NOT AGREE WITH SETTING ON THE TILT SCALE.
Probable Cause Remedy
1. Pointer out of adjustment 1. Adjust pointer.
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BAND SAW BLADES
A band saw blade is a delicate piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous strain. You can
obtain long use from a band saw blade if you use it properly. Be sure you use blades of the proper
thickness, width and temper for the various types of material and cuts.
Always use the widest blade possible. Use narrow blades only for sawing small, abrupt curves
and for fine, delicate work. This will save blades and will produce better cuts. For cutting wood
and similar materials, Delta offers blades in widths of 1/8", 1/4", and 3/8".
Any one of a number of conditions may cause a band saw blade to break. Blade breakage is, in
some cases, unavoidable, being the natural result of the peculiar stresses to which blades are
subjected. Blades will brake often due to avoidable causes, such as the lack of care to the blade
or the blade not being properly adjusted to the band saw. The most common causes of blade
breakage are:
(1) faulty alignments and adjustments of the guides.
(2) forcing or twisting a wide blade around a curve of short radius.
(3) feeding the work piece to fast into the blade.
(4) dullness of the teeth, or absence of sufficient set.
(5) excessive tensioning of the blade.
(6) top guide set too high above the work piece being cut.
(7) using a blade with a lumpy or improperly finished braze or weld.
(8) continuous running of the saw blade when the blade is not in use.
Always use a sharp blade. Keep it free from gum and pitch. Clean frequently with a stiff fiber
brush.
Narrow blades are used for cutting small circles or curves while the wider blades are best suited
for straight cutting such as ripping.
A new blade, in most cases, will perform better and last longer than a re-sharpened blade.
Do not force or twist the blade around a curve or a very short radius.
Feed the workpiece through the blade at a consistent rate, allow the blade to do the cutting – do
not feed the work piece too fast.
Do not apply excessive tension to the blade. The tension is only necessary to drive the blade
without slipping on the wheels. Narrow blades require less tension than wider blades.
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ACCESSORIES
A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers,
and Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.deltamachinery.com for a catalog or
for the name of your nearest supplier.
Since accessories other than those offered by Delta have not been tested with this
product, use of such accessories could be hazardous. For safest operation, only Delta
recommended accessories should be used with this product.
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PORTER-CABLE • DELTA SERVICE CENTERS
(CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER-CABLE • DELTA)
Parts and Repair Service for Porter-Cable • Delta Machinery are Available at These Locations
(Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter-Cable • Delta)