Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 36-inch Metalworking Band Saw Model VBS-3612 WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60124 P
10Grounding Instructions Electrical connections must be made by a qualified electrician in compliance with all relevant codes. This machine must be
11If the Band Saw is to be hard-wired to a panel, make sure a disconnect is available for the operator. During hard-wiring of the Band Saw, make sur
125. Remove the worn blade and install the new blade, making sure the teeth face downward where they pass through the slot in the table. 6. Use the
137. When satisfied, return the upper and lower blade guides close to the blade. 8. Close upper and lower doors. Guide Post For effective cutting a
14Squaring Work Table with Blade 1. Place the table in horizontal position with “0” on the scale (Figure 11). 2. Place a machinist’s square on the
156. After installing new belts, make sure they are tensioned properly. Work Lamp Bulb The Work Lamp uses a standard medium-base 60 watt bulb. Band
163. Start the saw using the pushbutton. 4. Turn the speed setting handwheel (Figure 14) to the required speed. Turning the handwheel clockwise inc
17IMPORTANT: If a blade has been cut by using snips, the ends of the blade must be ground square before welding them together, as shown in Figure 17.
18 The welder is designed for intermittent use. Repeated welding within a short period of time may cause the welder to overheat. 12. Remove the blad
19 If the blade is thicker at the weld than at the rest of the blade, using the blade may damage the guides. 20. When grinding, do not hit the teeth,
2 Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group, Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Serv
20Gage Use the standard gage (blade thickness) except when the increased thickness of the workpiece decreases accuracy and width cannot be increased
21Variable-tooth blades combine features of the other styles. They generally offer smooth cuts and long blade life, while reducing noise and vibratio
22Maintenance Before doing maintenance on the machine, disconnect it from the electrical supply by pulling out the plug or switching off the main sw
23Speed and Pitch Chart
24Typical Band Saw Operations
25Troubleshooting – Operating Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Blade has been improperly welded. Re-weld the blade (see pages 16-19). Blade n
26Troubleshooting – Mechanical and Electrical Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power. Verify machine is connected to power source.
27Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Motor failure. If electric motor is suspect, you have two options: Have a qualified electrician test the motor for f
28Troubleshooting – Welded Blade Inspection Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Dirt or scale on clamp jaws or blade. Always keep jaws clean. Clean blade
29Troubleshooting – Welder Mechanical Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Wire connection is poor; connecting point of welding switch is bad. Cha
3 Table of Contents Warranty and Service ...
30Parts List: VBS-3612 Band Saw (refer to breakdowns on pages 35 and 36) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1...VBS3612-101...
31Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 56...TS-0561021 ... Hex Nut ...
32Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 115...TS-0051051 ... Hex Cap Screw... 5
33Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 174...VBS3612-1174... Spring Plate...
34Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 233...TS-0267061 ... Set Screw...
35VBS-3612 Band Saw
36VBS-3612 Band Saw
37Parts List: Welder, Shear and Work Lamp Assemblies (refer to breakdown on page 39) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1...JWG3
38Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 58...PR-EV-6280... Grinder Wheel ...
39Welder, Shear and Work Lamp Assemblies
4 Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on t
40 Electrical Connections – 3Ph, 230/460V
41Electrical Connections – 3Ph, 230/460V SB1 Weld On (White) SA4 Key Switch SQ6 Safety Switch SB2 Anneal On (Green) HL Indicator Light
42Electrical Box (see page 41 for identification of parts)
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44 WMH Tool Group 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60124 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com
5 blahblahblah 21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result
6 Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model VBS-3612 Band Saw. Th
7 Features and Terminology 1 – Main Work Table 2 – Work Lamp 3 – Blade Tension Handwheel 4 – Auxiliary Work Table 5 – Variable Speed Handw
8 Unpacking Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not disca
9 Installation and Assembly Tools required for assembly: Forklift with strap or chain Eye bolt (provided) Set of hex wrenches (provided) Remove all
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