RIKON Power Tools 10-370 - Manual (Page 21)

Adjusting the Upper Blade Guide Bearings Parallel to the Blade
(Reference Guide Assembly parts diagram on page 26)
This step may not be necessary, it is factory preset. If adjustment is needed follow the steps
below.
First slightly loosen part #23C Screw M8X16 (4 each) on rear of upper bandsaw housing. This will
allow you to adjust the micro adjustment screws on part #21C (Guide Bracket).
Next place a 3mm “L” wrench through one of the holes in part #16C (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 #23C (4) on back of bandsaw housing. Repeat steps if the bearings are still
not parallel.
Adjust Upper Bearings Which Will Not Track Close to the Blade
(Reference Guide Assembly parts diagram on page 26)
If the right or left upper bearings do not adjust to within 1/32” of the blade, the guide post (part
#30C) may need adjustment.
First slightly loosen parts #23C (4) on the back of the upper bandsaw cabinet housing.
Next swing the upper guide post right or left until bearings are properly spaced on each side of
blade. Tighten part #23C (4) on the back of the upper bandsaw cabinet housing.
Changing Bandsaw Tire
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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Troubleshooting