MasterCraft 055-6748-6 User manual

9”Band Saw

Item No.:055-6748-6

Instruction Manual

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Specifications........................................................................

General safety guidelines.....................................................

Electrical information.............................................................

Know your band saw.............................................................

Assembly and adjustments...................................................

Operating instructions...........................................................

Maintenance.........................................................................

Troubleshooting....................................................................

Warranty................................................................................

Parts list................................................................................

Model:

Motor:

Speed:

Blade length:

Blade width:

Table size:

Net weight:

Cutting Capacity

Max. cutting depth:

Max. cutting width:

055-6748-6

120 V~60 Hz 2.5 A

2556 SFM (surface feet per minute)

62" (157.5 cm)

1/4" (6.35 mm)

11 3/4 x 11 3/4” (30 x 30 cm)

39 lb 10 oz (18 kg)

3 9/64" (8 cm)

9" (23 cm)

1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the tool’s applications,

limitations, and possible hazards.

2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. DO NOT use power tools in wet or damp areas, and DO

NOT expose them to rain. Keep work areas well-lit. Attach the dust extraction unit. If there are

connections for dust extraction and collection equipment, then make sure that the equipment is

correctly attached and used.

3. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.

4. ALWAYS keep your work area clean, uncluttered, and well-lit. DO NOT work on floor surfaces

that are slippery with sawdust or wax.

5. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM the work area, especially when tool is

operating. NEVER allow children or pets near the tool.

6. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job that it was not designed to do.

7. DRESS FOR SAFETY. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewellery (rings,

watches, etc.) when operating tool. Inappropriate clothing and items can get caught in moving

parts and pull you in. ALWAYS wear non-slip footwear, and tie back long hair.

8. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing operations produce dust.

9. ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electric outlet when making adjustments,

changing parts, cleaning or working on the tool.

10. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER.

11. AVOID ACCIDENTAL START-UPS. Turn the power switch to the OFF position before plugging

in the power cord.

12. REMOVE ADJUSTMENT TOOLS. ALWAYS make sure all adjustment tools are removed from

the band saw before turning it on.

WARNING! TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CASE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG

IN THE BAND SAW UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE FOLLOWING

RULES.

WARNING! DUST GENERATED FROM CERTAIN MATERIALS CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO

YOUR HEALTH. ALWAYS OPERATE THE BAND SAW IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA, AND

PROVIDE FOR PROPER DUST REMOVAL. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK WHEN

OPERATING.

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Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your band saw works.

WARNING! EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE NOISE LEVELS CAN RESULT IN PERMANENT

HEARING LOSS. ALWAYS WEAR EAR PROTECTION (SAFETY EAR MUFFS OR EAR

PLUGS) TO REDUCE NOISE LEVELS WHEN OPERATING THE BAND SAW.

13. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to the OFF

position. DO NOT leave tool until it has come to a complete stop.

14. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury could result if the tool tips or is accidentally

jarred. DO NOT store anything above or near the tool.

15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant,

rubber-soled footwear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scraps, and other debris.

16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order. Follow

instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

17. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, jamming, binding,

breakage, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the operation. Any part that

is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use.

18. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Use padlocks and master switches, and ALWAYS

remove starter keys.

19. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of any drugs, alcohol, or medication

that could affect your ability to use the tool properly.

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Additional safety guidelines for band saw

1. TO AVOID INJURY FROM UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT, make sure the saw is on a firm, level

surface, and that it is properly secured to prevent rocking. Make sure there is adequate space for

operations. Bolt the saw to a support surface to prevent slipping or sliding during operation.

2. TURN OFF AND UNPLUG the saw before moving it.

3. USE THE CORRECT SIZE AND STYLE OF BLADE.

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH CSA

REQUIREMENTS.

FLYING DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage.

Prescription eyeglasses are not a replacement for proper eye protection.

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4. MAKE SURE THE BLADE TEETH POINT DOWN AND TOWARD THE TABLE.

5. BLADE GUIDE, SUPPORTS, BEARINGS AND BLADE TENSION must be properly adjusted in

order to avoid accidental blade contact, and to minimize blade breakage. To maximize blade

support, always adjust the upper blade guide and blade guard so that it barely clears the

workpiece.

6. TABLE LOCK HANDLE SHOULD BE TIGHT.

7. USE EXTRA CAUTION with very large, very small, or awkward workpieces.

8. USE EXTRA SUPPORTS to prevent workpieces from sliding off the tabletop. Never use

another person in place of a table extension, or to provide additional support for the workpiece.

9. WORKPIECES SHOULD BE SECURED so that they do not twist, rock, or slip while being cut.

10. PLAN INTRICATE OR SMALL WORK CAREFULLY in order to avoid pinching the blade.

Avoid awkward operations and hand positions in order to prevent accidental contact with the

blade.

11. SMALL PIECES SHOULD BE SECURED with clamps or fixtures. Do not hold small pieces

with your hand, because your fingers might go under the blade guard.

12. SUPPORT ROUND WORK PROPERLY (use a V block, or press it against the mitre gauge)

to prevent it from rolling and the blade from biting.

13. CUT ONLY ONE WORKPIECE AT A TIME. Make sure the table is clear of everything except

the workpiece and its guides before you turn the saw on.

14. ALWAYS WATCH THE SAW RUN BEFORE EACH USE. If there is excessive vibration or

unusual noise, stop immediately. Turn the saw off, and unplug it immediately. Do not start the saw

again until the problem has been located and corrected.

15. TO FREE JAMMED MATERIAL, turn the switch off. Remove the switch key, and unplug the

saw. Wait for all moving parts to stop before removing the jammed material.

16. DON’T LEAVE THE WORK AREA UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED. Shut off

the power to master switches. Remove the switch key from the band saw, and store it in a safe

place, away from children. Childproof the workshop!

KEEP THIS USER’S MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING! THIS BAND SAW IS INTENDED FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE

IT TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.

GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS

IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least

resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with

a power cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST

be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded, in accordance with ALL

local codes and ordinances.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit in the outlet, have the proper type of

outlet installed by a licensed electrician.

IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of an electric

shock. The conductor with the green insulation (with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment

grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the power cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT

connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal.

CHECK with a licensed electrician or service person if you do not completely understand the

grounding instructions, or if you are not sure whether the tool is properly grounded.

USE ONLY THREE-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS that

have 3-pronged plugs and only 3-holed outlets that

accept the tool’s plug, as shown in Fig. A. Repair or

replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

CAUTION: IN ALL CASES, VERIFY THAT THE OUTLET IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY

GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, HAVE A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE

OUTLET.

KEEP THIS USER’S MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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Fig. A 1

1 - 3-prong plug 2 - Properly grounded outlet

3 - Grounding prong

1 - 3-prong plug

2 - Properly grounded outlet

3 - Grounding prong

KEEP THIS USER’S MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to

use one that is heavy enough to carry the current that your product will draw. An undersized cord

will cause a drop in line voltage, which will result in loss of power and overheating. The table

below shows the correct size to use according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in

doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

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GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS

Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged

extension cord, or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.

Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.

Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit must consist of not less than a #12 wire,

and should be protected with a 15 A time-delayed fuse. Before connecting the motor to the power

line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the

current stamped on the motor nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor.

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)

(When using 120 V only)

Ampere Rating Total length of cord in feet

More Than Not More Than

25’ (7.62 m)

18’ (5.5 m)

16’ (4.8 m)

14’ (4.3 m)

50’(15.24 m)

16’ (4.8 m)

12’ (3.7 m)

100’ (30.5 m)

16’ (4.8 m)

14’ (4.3 m)

150’(45.72 m)

14’ (4.3 m)

12’ (3.7 m)

Not Recommended

WARNING: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE IN ORDER TO PROTECT

THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.

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1 Tension knob

2 Blade tension lever

3 Tracking knob

4 Wheel locking blade guide

5 Knob for adjusting the inclination

of the table

6 Table tilt locking knob

7 Dust extraction nozzle

8 Rubbet feet

9 Additional support

10 Control wheel upper blade guide

11 Rip fence

12 Working table

13 On/off switch

14 Upper blade guard

15. Blade

16. Table support assembly

17. Lower blade guide

18. Drive belt

19. Lower wheel

20. Door

21. Upper wheel

22. Motor assembly

23. Upper viewing port

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE

OPERATING THE BAND SAW.

1. Wear eye protection.

2. Do not wear gloves, a necktie, or loose clothing.

3. Make sure the saw is on a firm, level surface, and that it is properly secured.

4. Use only the recommended accessories.

5. Use extra caution with very large, very small, or awkward workpieces.

6. Keep your hands away from the blade at all times in order to prevent accidental injury.

Carefully unpack the band saw and all of its parts, and compare them against the list below. Do

not discard the carton or any packaging until the band saw is completely assembled.

A Band saw

B Working Table

C Fence

D Mitre gauge

E Additional support

F Push stick

G Rubber feet

H M5, M6 and M8 Flat washer

I M5 Spring washer

J M6 Bolt

K M6x30 Screw and M5x20 Hexagon screw

L Table tilt locking knob

M 3, 4, 5 mm hex wrenches

N Round head screws

UNPACKING

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WARNING: IF ANY PART IS MISSING OR DAMAGED, DO NOT PLUG THE BAND SAW IN

UNTIL THE MISSING OR DAMAGED PART IS REPLACED.

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