INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL: KC-1202FX
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12” WOOD BANDSAW WITH STAND
04/2019
WARRANTY INFORMATION
2-YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR THIS 12” WOOD BANDSAW
KING CANADA TOOLS
OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
INTENDED FOR NON COMMERCIAL USE
PROOF OF PURCHASE
Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts for this product are available at our authorized King Canada service centres across Canada. Please use the 10 digit
part numbers listed in this manual for all part orders where applicable.
LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY
King Canada makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. King Canada warrants to the
original retail consumer a 2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free from
defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, normal wear and tear, negligence
or accidents, repairs done by an unauthorized service centre, alterations and lack of maintenance. King Canada shall in no event be
liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
To take advantage of this limited warranty, return the product at your expense together with your dated proof of purchase to an
authorized King Canada service centre. Contact your retailer or visit our web site at www.kingcanada.com for an updated listing of our
authorized service centres. In cooperation with our authorized service centre, King Canada will either repair or replace the product if
any part or parts covered under this warranty which examination proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the
warranty period.
NOTE TO USER
This instruction manual is meant to serve as a guide only. Specifications and references are subject to change without prior notice.
KING CANADA INC. DORVAL, QUÉBEC, CANADA H9P 2Y4
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1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to
the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its
specific potential hazards.
2. GROUND THE TOOL.
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and
a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type
receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding
wire. NEVER connect the green wire to a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the
floor is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust
build-up.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate
surrounding work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.
-with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
9. USE PROPER SPEED.
A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the
proper speed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it
was not designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts.
Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the
elbows.
12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday
eye-glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
13. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging
in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store
materials such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach
them.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate properly and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes
to a complete stop.
GENERAL
SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC
SAFETY RULES
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and
knowing how your bandsaw works. Read and understand the
following safety rules before operating.
• Adjust the upper guide to just clear workpiece.
• Make sure that the blade is properly adjusted and tensioned
before operating.
• Do not remove small jammed pieces until the blade has
completely stopped.
• Hold workpiece firmly against the table. Do not saw a workpiece
which does not have a flat surface unless it can be supported.
• Turn the machine off if the workpiece is to be backed out of an
uncompleted cut.
BEFORE EACH USE:
Inspect your bandsaw.
• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, turn the
switch off, unplug the bandsaw and remove the switch key
before changing the set-up, removing covers, guards or the
blade.
• Check the alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, bandsaw stability and any other conditions
that may affect the way the bandsaw works.
• If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or if any
electrical parts do not work properly, turn the bandsaw off and
unplug the saw. Replace damaged or missing parts before using
the bandsaw again.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM JAMS, SLIPS,
THROWN PIECES OR BROKEN BLADES.
Inspect your blade.
• Choose the right blade size and style for the material and the type
of cutting you plan to do.
• Make sure the blade teeth point downward, towards the table.
• Make sure the blade guide bearings are properly adjusted.
• Make sure the blade tension is properly adjusted.
• To reduce the risk of accidental blade contact, minimize blade
breakage and provide maximum blade support, always adjust
the upper blade guide and blade guard to just clear the
workpiece.
• Caution: Never cut metals with this bandsaw, only wood and
wood products. Use extra caution with large, very small or
awkward workpieces.
• Use extra supports (tables, blocks, etc...) for any workpieces
large enough to tip when not held down to the table top.
• NEVER use another person as a substitute for a table extension,
or as additional support for a workpiece that is longer or wider
than the basic bandsaw table, or to help feed, support or pull the
workpiece.
• When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your work so it
will not slip and pinch the blade. A piece of molding for example,
must lie flat or be held by a fixture or jig that will not let it twist,
rock or slip while being cut.
• Properly support round material such as dowel rods or tubing.
They have a tendency to roll during a cut, causing the blade to
“bite”. To avoid this, always use a “V” block or clamp the work to
the miter gauge.
• Cut only one workpiece at a time.
WHENEVER THE BANDSAW IS RUNNING.
• Before starting your cut, watch the saw while it runs. If it makes
an unfamiliar noise or vibrates a lot, stop immediately. Turn the
saw off and unplug. Do not restart until you have found and
corrected the problem.
Keep children away.
• Keep all visitors at a safe distance from the bandsaw.
• Make sure bystanders are clear of the table and the workpiece.
Don’t force the tool.
• Let the blade reach full speed before cutting.
• It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate.
• Feed the workpiece into the blade only fast enough to let the
blade cut without bogging down or binding.
GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR 12” WOOD BANDSAW
Specifications
1. Rip fence. Use as a support guide for
ripping operations.
2. Rip fence 5” high facing. Dual
position face.
3. Main On/Off switch. The On/Off
switch has a locking feature. This
feature is intended to prevent
unauthorized use.
4. LED light switch.
5. Blade tension window.
6. Push stick and storage hook.
7. Upper hinged door.
8. Upper blade guide adjust wheel. The
upper blade guide assembly should be
lowered to just above the workpiece
while cutting. Always adjust and then
lock it by tightening the upper blade
guide lock knob before turning on the
bandsaw.
9. Upper blade guide assembly. The
blade guides support the blade and
prevent it from twisting during
operation. An adjustment is necessary
when the blade is changed or
replaced.
10. Flexible LED light.
11. Miter gauge. Used to push workpiece
towards blade or for miter cuts.
12. Cast-aluminum tilting table.
13. Rip fence rail with ruler.
14. Lower hinged door.
15. Belt tension adjustment knob.
16. Stand.
17. Blade tension indicator. Tension blade to proper tension based on blade width.
18. Upper blade wheel.
19. Tension adjustment knob. This feature controls the amount of blade tension. Proper blade tension is important to make accurate cuts.
20. Blade tension quick release lever.
21. Blade tracking lock knob and blade tracking adjust handle. This adjust handle should be adjusted to maintain proper blade tracking
and locked using the blade tracking lock knob.
22. Motor belt. Position of this belt determines the speed of the blade.
23. Lower blade wheel.
24. Motor.
25. Dust chute. This feature helps eliminate sawdust from inside the machine. This dust chute accepts 2”, 3” and 4” dust collection hoses for
optimal sawdust removal.
MODEL KC-1202FX
Cutting capacity frame to blade
12”
Maximum depth of cut 6-3/4”
Table size 18-7/8” x 15-3/8”
Table height from floor 38-7/8”
Blade size 88-3/16” x (1/8” - 3/4”) x 0.025”
Motor 3/4 HP
Amperage 6.4 Amp.
Voltage 120V, 1 phase, 60 Hz
Speeds 2 (1312, 2952)
SFPM
Ass. dimensions (LxWxH)/weight 33” x 24” x 62-1/2” / 106 lbs
Pack. dimensions (LxWxH)/weight 45-5/8” x 21” x 17-3/8” / 110 lbs
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
WARNING!
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY! ALL ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS MUST BE DONE WITH THE MACHINE DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SOURCE. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!
POWER SUPPLY
WARNING: YOUR BANDSAW MUST BE CONNECTED TO A 110V-120V,
15-AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER. FAILURE TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY CAN
RESULT IN INJURY FROM SHOCK OR FIRE.
GROUNDING
This Bandsaw must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current, to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This Bandsaw is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Your Bandsaw must be properly grounded. Not all outlets are properly
grounded. If you are not sure if your outlet is properly grounded, have it
checked by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: TO MAINTAIN PROPER GROUNDING OF YOUR BANDSAW,
DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG IN ANY
MANNER.
WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, THIS BANDSAW CAN
CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PARTICULARLY WHEN USED IN DAMP
LOCATIONS. TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE, IF THE POWER CORD IS
WORN OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY, HAVE IT REPLACED IMMEDIATELY.
110V-120V OPERATION
As received from the factory, your Bandsaw is ready to run for 110V-120V
operation. This Bandsaw is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet
and a plug which looks like the one illustrated in Fig.1.
WARNING: DO NOT USE A TWO-PRONG ADAPTOR FOR THEY ARE
NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES. NEVER
USE IN CANADA.
EXTENSION CORDS
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. Use the
chart in Fig.2 to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G-American Wire
Gauge) extension cord. Use only 3-wire extension cords which have
3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles which accept the tool’s
plug.
For circuits that are further away from the electrical circuit box, the wire size
must be increased proportionately in order to deliver ample voltage to the
Bandsaw motor. Refer to Fig.2 for wire length and size.
SAFETY SWITCH
This machine is supplied with a safety switch (A) Fig.3 equipped with a
removable safety key (B). To turn the machine ON make sure the yellow
safety key is inserted and pull the switch up, to the ON position. To turn the
machine OFF push the switch to the OFF position. To prevent unauthorized
use of your machine remove the safety key and store it in a secure location.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET
CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS
GROUNDING PRONG
Tool’s
Amperage
Rating
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Cord Length in Feet
25 50 100 150
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
14 12 - -
FIGURE 3
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: To avoid injury, if any parts are missing, do not attempt to assemble
the bandsaw, plug in the power cord, or turn the switch on, until the missing parts
are obtained and installed correctly.
WARNING: For your own safety, never connect plug to power source outlet, or
insert switch key until all assembly steps are complete and until you have read
and understood the entire instruction manual.
MOUNTING STAND TOBANDSAWBASE
1) Place bandsaw on its side on a small workbench with the base clear of the
workbench in order to assemble stand legs.
2) Secure 4 legs (A) Fig.4 to the underside of the bandsaw base (F) using 8
carriage bolts, washers and hex. nuts (D).
3) Fix long and short braces (B & C) Fig.4 to the legs using 8 carriage bolts,
washers and hex. nuts (D). At this point do not fully tighten the hex. nuts.
4) Install 4 rubber feet (E) Fig.4 onto legs (A).
5) Place bandsaw upright on a level floor, tighten all hex. nuts.
INSTALLING THE TABLE
1) Position the table (A) Fig.5 to allow the blade to slide into the table slot. Slide
the blade through the slot in the table and then place the table onto the
bandsaw trunnion (B).
2) Align the four mounting holes of the table with the ones in the trunnion.
3) Fasten the table to the trunnion using four cap screws and washers (C) Fig.5.
INSTALLING RIP FENCE RAIL AND RIP FENCE
1) Install guide rail (A) Fig.6 to the front of table. Slide rail slots over the 4 lock
knob shafts found under the table. Loosely secure the guide rail using the four
lock knobs (B) under the table.
2) Slide rip fence assembly (A) Fig.7 onto the table. The fence body should
engage the guide rail (B).
3) Lock the fence by lowering the lock handle (C) Fig.7.
If the rip fence is not parallel to the miter slot:
1) Slide fence next to miter slot and lock rip fence, verify for alignment. If an
adjustment is needed, loosen two cap screws (D) Fig.7 using a hex. key.
2) Adjust fence body so it is parallel to the miter slot.
3) Retighten two cap screws (D).
FIGURE4
FIGURE5
FIGURE6
FIGURE7
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE8
FIGURE9
FIGURE10
ALIGNINGFENCERAIL
1) The left side “zero” mark on the ruler of the fence rail (A) Fig.8 must be aligned
with the blade. Slide rip fence up against the blade, lock the fence by lowering
the fence lock handle.
2) Reposition the fence rail (A) Fig.8 so the zero mark aligns with the indicator line
(B) of the rip fence window (C).
3) Secure the guide rail by tightening the four lock knobs (B) Fig.6 under the table.
INSTALLING MITER GAUGE
1) Place the t-slot bar of the miter gauge (A) Fig.9 into the miter gauge slot (B) in
the table on the right side of the blade.
2) To adjust angle of miter gauge, loosen lock handle (C) Fig.9 and rotate gauge
body. Tighten lock handle.
INSTALLING PUSHSTICKSTORAGEHOOK
1) Thread storage hook (A) Fig.10 into the top left side of the bandsaw frame.
Secure hook by tightening hex. nut (B) up against the frame.
2) Position push stick (C) Fig.10 on storage hook.
INSTALLING CIRCLECUTTER
1) This Bandsaw comes with a circle cutter attachment, see Fig.11. Insert center
pin (A) into the sliding bracket (B). Secure center pin with lock knob (C).
2) Slide the shaft of the sliding bracket (B) into the bearing bracket of the upper
blade guide assembly. Slide it to the desired position and secure it with lock
knob (D).
For operation instructions see section “Operation”.
FIGURE11
WARNING! Turn off the saw, remove the main On/Off switch safety key and
unplug the power cord before making any adjustments on the saw.
ADJUSTING TABLE 90
0
TO THE BLADE
1) The table stop (A) Fig.12 is set at the factory to stop the table at 90º
(perpendicular) with the blade.
2) Disconnect machine from power source.
3) Loosen table lock knob (B) Fig.12, turn knurled knob (C) to tilt the table down,
bringing it to rest against table stop (A).
4) Use a square (A) Fig.13 placed on the table and against the blade (B) as
shown, verify that the table is 90º to the blade.
5) If an adjustment is necessary, tilt table up to access table stop (A) Fig.12.
6) Loosen hex. nut (D) Fig.12 and turn table stop (A) in or out to raise or lower the
stop. Tighten the hex. nut (D) to secure adjustment.
7) Tilt table back down against the table stop and verify that the table is 90º to the
blade. Tighten table lock knob (B) Fig.12.
8) If an adjustment was made, the pointer (E) Fig.12 should be adjusted. Loosen
pointer screw, line up the pointer with the 0
0
mark on the scale and retighten
pointer screw.
CHANGING /INSTALLING THE BLADE
CAUTION: Wear safety glasses to avoid being scraped if the blade should
suddenly uncoil. Wearing gloves, carefully uncoil new blade by holding it at arms
length.
1) Loosen the upper blade guide assembly lock knob (A) Fig.14 and position the
upper blade guide assembly (B) about half way between the table and the frame
as shown. Retighten the lock knob.
2) Open the front covers by turning the cover lock knobs counterclockwise.
BLADE: Range: Length: 88-3/16” x Width (min/max): 1/8”-3/4”
King Canada blades available:
Model KBB-1218-14 (88-3/16” x 1/8” x 14 TPI)
Model KBB-1236-10 (88-3/16” x 3/16” x 10 TPI)
Model KBB-1214-6 (88-3/16” x 1/4” x 6 TPI)
Model KBB-1238-6 (88-3/16” x 3/8” x 6 TPI)
Model KBB-1212-6 (88-3/16” x 1/2” x 6 TPI)
Model KBB-1234-4 (88-3/16” x 3/4” x 4 TPI)
3) Remove rip fence guide rail.
4) Release tension on blade by moving quick release tension lever (A) Fig.15 to
the right as shown.
5) Remove blade (C) Fig.14 around upper and lower wheels (D) and from between
the upper and lower blade guides (B & E).
6) Remove blade through slot in table.
7) Guide the new blade through table slot and place it around the upper and lower
wheels and into the upper and lower blade guides. The blade teeth must face
the operator, and they should point down toward the table.
8) Position the blade in the middle of the rubber tires on the wheels.
9) Place tension on the blade by moving the quick release tension lever (A) Fig.15
to the left.
10) Reinstall the rip fence guide rail.
Note: Before operating the Bandsaw, check that the blade is properly tensioned
and tracking properly. Follow the next two sections before operating the Bandsaw.
OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS
FIGURE12
FIGURE13
FIGURE14
OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING! Turn off the saw, remove the main On/Off switch safety key and
unplug the power cord before making any adjustments on the saw.
ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION
The blade tension knob (A) Fig.16 is used to adjust blade tension. The quick
release tension lever (A) Fig.15 must be engaged (moved to the left) before
making blade tension adjustments with the blade tension knob.
1) Disconnect machine from power source.
2) Open the upper blade cover as shown in Fig.16. Turn blade tension knob (A)
Fig.16 just enough to apply tension and take slack out of the blade.
3) The blade tension must be set according to the width of the blade. A tension
meter and indicator (B) Fig.16 directly behind the upper wheel indicates
approximate tension according to the width of the blade. Set blade tension with
tension knob (A) to correspond to the blade width as marked on scale (C).
4) Turn the upper wheel several turns and check the alignment of the blade on the
wheel. If the blade does not turn centered on the blade wheels, see the next
section Adjusting Blade Tracking.
ADJUSTING BLADE TRACKING
NOTE: The blade tension must be properly adjusted before tracking the
blade.
Blade tracking refers to the position the blade turns on the wheels while in motion.
The blade should track in the centre of both wheels.
1) Open upper and lower doors. Rotate upper wheel by hand, and observe the
position of the blade on the upper wheel. Blade should be in the center of the
wheel.
2) If adjustment is necessary: Loosen handle (A) Fig.17 and make adjustment with
tracking knob (B) while rotating wheel by hand.
3) Tightening the tracking knob slightly will move the blade so it tracks towards the
rear of the machine. Loosening the tracking knob slightly will cause the blade to
track towards the front of the machine.
4) After blade is tracking in the center of the wheel, retighten handle (A) Fig.17.
FIGURE15
FIGURE16
FIGURE17
OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING! Turn off the saw, remove the main On/Off switch safety key and
unplug the power cord before making any adjustments on the saw.
CHANGING SPEED (1312 OR 2952 SFPM)/ TENSIONING BELT
This Bandsaw is capable of two cutting speeds (1312 or 2952 SFPM). To change
cutting speed:
1) Open lower blade cover.
2) Turn motor belt tension knob (A) Fig.18 counterclockwise to slacken the motor
belt (B).
3) Reposition the belt (B) on the appropriate wheel pulley and motor pulley to
obtain the desired speed setting. Refer to Fig.19 for belt positions and
corresponding speed.
4) Once the motor belt is repositioned on the appropriate motor pulley and lower
wheel pulley, motor belt needs to be properly tensioned. Turn motor belt
tension knob (A) Fig.18 clockwise to tension the motor belt (B). Proper belt
tension is obtained when there is approximately 1/2” deflection in the belt when
finger pressure is applied on the belt.
5) Close lower blade cover.
ADJUSTING POSITIONOF UPPER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY
1) The upper blade guide assembly (A) Fig.20 should be adjusted to just above
the material being cut.
2) To adjust: Loosen lock knob (B) and raise or lower upper blade guide assembly
(A) by turning height adjustment knob (C).
ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY
After installing a different blade, it is necessary to adjust the upper and lower blade
guide assemblies. To adjust upper blade guide assembly:
1) Disconnect machine from power source.
2) The upper blade guide housing (B) Fig.21 must be adjusted so that the blade
rests between the guide bearings (E). Loosen lock knob (A), adjust the position
of the upper blade guide housing and retighten lock knob (A).
3) The thrust bearing (not shown) which sits behind the blade must be adjusted to
just clear the back of the blade. Loosen lock knob (C) and move lock
knob/thrust bearing assembly towards the rear of the blade. Once positioned to
just clear the rear of the blade, retighten lock knob (C).
4) The upper blade guide housing (B) Fig.21 must be set straight. If the angle of
the upper blade guide housing needs adjusting, loosen set screw (D), reposition
the upper blade guide housing and retighten set screw (D).
5) Now both guide bearings (E) Fig.21 must be set to 0.02” (0.5mm) from the
blade to offer adequate support. If the guide bearings need to be adjusted,
loosen cap screws (F). Adjust position of each guide bearing and retighten cap
screws once the adjustment is made.
FIGURE18
FIGURE19
FIGURE20
FIGURE21
OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTING LOWER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY
After installing a different blade, it is necessary to adjust the upper and lower blade
guide assemblies. To adjust lower blade guide assembly:
1) Disconnect machine from power source.
2) The lower blade guide housing (B) Fig.22 must be adjusted so that the blade
rests between the guide bearings (D). Loosen set screw (A), adjust the position
of the lower blade guide housing and retighten set screw (A).
3) The thrust bearing which sits behind the blade must be adjusted to just clear the
back of the blade. Loosen cap screw (C) Fig.22 and move cap screw/thrust
bearing assembly towards the rear of the blade. Once positioned to just clear
the rear of the blade, retighten cap screw (C).
4) The lower blade guide housing (B) Fig.22 must be set straight. If the angle of
the lower blade guide housing needs adjusting, loosen set screw (A), reposition
the lower blade guide housing and retighten set screw (A).
5) Now both guide bearings (D) Fig.22 must be set to 0.02” (0.5mm) from the blade
to offer adequate support. If the guide bearings need to be adjusted, loosen cap
screws (E). Adjust position of each guide bearing and retighten cap screws once
the adjustment is made.
OPERATION
USING THE FLEXIBLE LED LIGHT
The LED light switch (A) Fig.23 located above the main on/off switch turns the LED
light (B) on and off.
USING THE RIP FENCE WITH DUAL POSITION HIGH/LOW FACE
The rip fence comes with a 5” high face (A) Fig.24 which is normally installed in
the “high” as shown in Fig.24. When cutting thin materials the 5” high face can be
removed from the rip fence and repositioned in the “low” position, refer to Fig.25.
To adjust the 5” high face:
1) Loosen the two lock knobs (A) Fig.25 which secure the 5” high face, slide the
5” high face off the rip fence body.
2) Slide the other “low” groove (B) in the 5” high face onto the T-bolts and slide
plate (C) Fig.25 of the rip fence, once correctly positioned, retighten lock knobs
(A).
FIGURE22
FIGURE23
FIGURE24
FIGURE25
DUST COLLECTION
This bandsaw comes with a versatile dust chute (A) Fig.26 which accepts 2”, 3”
and 4” dust collection hoses.
Note: Wood dust and chips in a confined area can give rise to fire or an
explosion. Keep ignition sources away from Bandsaw. Keep saw dust to a
minimum by cleaning the inside of the Bandsaw after every use.
CIRLE CUTTER
Before attempting to make a circle cutting operation using the supplied circle
cutting attachment, to obtain satisfactory results it is necessary to use a narrow
saw blade (1/8” or 3/16”). The maximum permissible circle diameter this
attachment can produce on this Bandsaw is 23-1/2”.
1) Draw a perfect circle and a centre point on a workpiece. If the diameter is large,
cut off excess wood from you workpiece, this will prevent from coming into
contact with the frame of the Bandsaw.
2) Draw a cut line which touches the tangent of the circle drawn on your workpiece.
Using the rip fence as a guide, align blade with straight cut line and cut off the
excess as shown in Fig.27.
3) Remove the rip fence and miter gauge from the table top.
4) Place workpiece on table. Align circle cut line with blade. Lower the upper blade
guide assembly just above the workpiece.
5) Install the circle cutting attachment as described in the Assembly section of this
manual.
6) Position the centre pin (A) Fig.27 in line with the centre point of the workpiece
and tighten lock knobs to secure settings.
7) Turn on the Bandsaw and slowly rotate and feed the workpiece into the blade in
a clockwise direction.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! For your own safety, turn the switch “OFF”, remove the safety key,
unplug the power cord from the power outlet before maintaining or lubricating your
Bandsaw.
Tires
Pitch and sawdust that accumulate on the tires should be removed with a stiff
brush or scrapped off with a piece of wood. Do not use a sharp knife or any type of solvent. When the tires become worn, they should be replaced.
When replacing tires, place a thin layer of rubber cement on the outside of the wheels and inside the tires. After the rubber cement dries, slide
the tires onto the wheels, aligning the tires inside the wheel edges.
Cleaning
1) Keep your Bandsaw clean.
2) Frequently remove sawdust from the inside of the saw.
3) Do not allow pitch to accumulate on the table, blade guides or thrust bearings. Clean them with quality gum and pitch remover.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Motor/Electrical
Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust from the motor and around the switches.
Lubrication
All the ball bearings are permanently lubricated. They require no further lubrication.
WARNING! If the power cord is worn, cut or damaged in any way, replace it immediately.
WARNING! To prevent electrocution, fire or injury, use only identical replacement parts listed in this manual. To avoid electrical hazards, always
reassemble exactly as the original assembly.
Replacing drive belt/tensioning drive belt
1) Disconnect machine from power source.
2) Open upper and lower doors and remove saw blade (A) Fig.28 as described in this
manual.
3) Remove tension on drive belt (B) by loosening the belt tension knob (C)
counterclockwise.
4) Using snap ring pliers, remove snap ring (D) that secures lower wheel (E) to the
drive shaft.
5) Slide lower wheel assembly off the drive shaft, this will allow you to access and
remove the drive belt (B). Discard the old belt.
6) Place new belt onto lower wheel pulley. Reinstall lower wheel (E). Reinstall
snap ring (D).
7) Place new belt partially around motor pulley to get it started, then turn lower wheel by hand until belt is completely seated on motor pulley. At
this point you must decide which speed is required and setup the belt as required as shown in Fig.19.
8) Turn the belt tension knob (C) clockwise to tension the drive belt. The belt is properly tensioned when moderate finger pressure on the belt
between the two pulleys causes a 1/2” deflection.
9) Re-install blade. Close upper and lower doors.
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS
Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.
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