RIKON Power Tools 10-315 - Manual (Page 18)

Adjusting the Upper Blade Guide Bearings Parallel to the Blade
(Refer to page 19 parts diagram)
This step may not be necessary, it is factory preset. If adjustment is needed follow the steps
below.
First slightly loosen part #137 (4 each) cap screw on rear of upper Bandsaw housing (see page 19
in parts diagram). This will allow you to adjust the micro adjustment screws on part #143 (Guide
Bracket).
Next place a 3mm “L” wrench through one of the holes in part #139 (Guide Bracket Cover).
Turning clockwise on the left two holes will adjust the left bearings to the right. Turning clockwise
on the right two holes will adjust the right bearings to the left. Check bearings for parallel.
Lastly tighten parts #137 (4) on back of Bandsaw. Repeat steps if the bearings are still not
parallel.
Adjust Upper Bearings Which Will Not Track Close to the Blade
(Refer to page 19 parts diagram)
If the right or left upper bearings do not adjust to within 1/32” of the blade, the guide post (part
#129) may need adjustment.
First slightly loosen parts #137 (4) on the back of the upper Bandsaw cabinet.
Next slide the upper guide post right or left until bearings are properly spaced on each side of
blade. Tighten part #137 (4) on the back of the upper Bandsaw cabinet.
Leveling the Table Insert
The table insert has an innovative built in micro-adjustment feature. This adjustment can be used
if the table insert sits too high or too low in the table seat. If the insert is resting above the table,
turn the micro-screws with the 2.5mm ”L” wrench counter clockwise to lower the insert. If the
insert is sitting below the table, turn the micro-screws clockwise to raise the insert level with the
table.
Caution: Having the insert below the top of the table could cause the workpiece to get stuck on
the lip of the table seat.
Use a putty knife to get underneath the tire and pull it up and away from the wheel. Work the putty
knife all the way around the wheel to loosen the tire. Then, use the putty knife as leverage to flip the
tire over and off of the wheel. Clean the inside of the groove, removing any dirt, debris or cement with
lacquer thinner.
Soak the replacement tire in warm water to make it more flexible. Let tire dry and lay on top of wheel.
Start by setting the tire into the wheel groove at the top of the wheel. Using a putty knife, work the
new tire around the wheel, making sure not to slice the tire. If rubber cement is to be used, make sure
to distribute evenly. Having high spots between the wheel and the tire will cause a vibration and effect
blade tracking.
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Changing Bandsaw Tire
Troubleshooting