Wellsaw 1348 - Manual (Page 9)

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Fixed Vise Jaw
The two pins in the fixed vise jaw should be kept
in place in order to ensure square cuts. For
cutting angles, the pins must be removed and the
turned to the desired position and tightened with
clamp bolts. These pins enable operators to
quickly relocate the fixed vise jaw for
approximate 90E
cutting. For final, accurate
cutting, the fixed vise jaw should be squared with
the blade. (See Guide Alignment)
Sliding Vise Jaw
The sliding vise jaw is fitted with a lift plate and
ratchet dog for quick action. A hand wheel
tightens the vise on the workpiece. Excessive
pressure is not required to hold workpiece securely.
Hydraulic Feed Control
The feed rate is hydraulically controlled with a
needle valve located on the side of the saw bed.
Caution: Do not attempt to loosen or remove hoses
until the saw frame is supported in its “Down”
position.
Feed Pressure Adjustment
Maximum feed pressure is obtained with the
frame spring adjusted as close to the end of the
saw frame as possible. To decrease pressure, turn
handle on opposite end of frame counterclockwise.
To increase pressure turn handle in a clockwise
direction. Use lighter feed pressure when cutting
thin-wall material or irregular shapes.
Blade Brushes
Brushes should be cleaned frequently in kerosene
and reversed to take advantage of both rows of
bristles.
For efficient cutting and blade life, keep blade
brushes adjusted so they are contacting blade
teeth and replace them when wore.
Motor Switch
The “Start-Stop” motor starter is provided with
heater coils to de-energize the circuit if an
overload occurs. Allow the coil to cool before
trying to restart the motor.
Low/No Voltage Control also de-energizes the
circuit and prevents automatic restarts after
power is restored. Allow the coil to cool.
To stop the saw at any time,
press the stop button or
press down on the limit switch actuator
Servicing the Blade Guides
Up to S/N 1999
Figure 1
1. To adjust blade guide setting, loosen screw “F”.
2. Turn nut and stem assembly “C” clockwise to
verify full engagement of threads into guide “E”. If
threads are not fully engaged, item “C” will not
turn. Caution: Do not use excessive force when
adjusting!
3. While holding nut and stem assembly “C” with
a 1/2” wrench, turn adjusting nut “D” with a 3/4”
wrench until spacing guides “E” and “G” are set to
.038. Set screw “F” has a nylon tip to hold
adjusting nut in place. Carbide guide “G” is
stationary and requires no adjustment.