FITTING/REMOVING AND TENSIONING
SAW BLADES
Make sure the saw is switched OFF and unplugged
from mains.
Refer to parts illustration and Figs 5/8 below.
When changing blades make sure that the blade slot,
chamber, wheels etc are free from sawdust and debris.
• Open the band saw cover by unscrewing both slot
head bolts (A in fig 5) with a flat blade screwdriver
(not supplied) anticlockwise as shown in Fig 5.
• Remove the bolt and butterfly nut from the saw table
to allow the blade to be fitted/removed.
• Set the upper blade guard (A) half way up the blade as
shown in Fig 8 by slackening knob (B) and moving the
guard as required, tighten the knob.
• Slacken the blade tension by turning blade tension
knob (indicated in Fig 5) anticlockwise.
• If changing or replacing blades remove the old one.
Wear suitable gloves- saw blades are sharp!
• Clean the inside of the saw chamber with a brush.
Wear dust mask.
• Fit new blade with the teeth facing towards the front
of the saw/downwards towards saw table, twist the
blade side ways slightly to get it through the blade
guards.
• Check that the blade is on both wheels and in
between the blade guides.
• After you have changed blades you may need to align
(track) the blade and adjust the thrust bearings and
blade guides. See next sections.
• If not, tension blade by rotating the blade tension
knob until the spring begins to compress, then rota-
ting two further turns.
• Close and secure the band saw cover.
ALIGNING (TRACKING) THE SAW BLADE
Make sure the saw is switched OFF and unplugged
from mains.
Refer to Fig 8 above.
• Open the band saw cover unscrewing the bolts
• Rotate one of the saw wheels by hand; the blade
should run in the middle of both wheels, if it does not
adjust it as below.
• Slack off the tracking knob locknut with a suitable
spanner.
• Turn the tracking adjustment knob while rotating the
upper wheel by hand. Watch the saw band running on
the wheel and adjust with the knob until the saw band
is running in the centre of the wheel.
• Lock the setting by tightening the tracking knob lock
nut.
• Close and secure the band saw cover.
ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUIDES AND
THRUST BEARINGS
Make sure the saw is switched OFF and unplugged
from mains.
Refer to Figs 9and10 below.
• Remove the saw table. It’s a lot easier to see to adjust
the bearing and guides.
To adjust the upper thrust bearing
• Loosen the Allen bolt (A in Fig 9) with the 3mm
wrench supplied.
• Use a screwdriver to push the bearing towards the
back of the blade until the bearing face just touches it.
The bearing has a eccentric adjustment to allow for
different blade widths. Put the screwdriver blade in
the slot on the end of the bearing rod and turn to get
the bearing face fully behind the blade.
• Retighten the Allen bolt to lock the adjustment.
To adjust the lower thrust bearing
• Loosen the two Allen bolts holding the lower bearing
plate (shown below)
• Move the lower bearing plate until the lower bearing
just touches the blade.
• Tighten the bolts with the wrench to lock the adjust-
ment.
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Sawdust builds up inside the saw
• Clean saw chamber regularly.
• Connect a dust extractor to the port beside motor.
The blade cannot be positioned on the wheels
• The wheels are out of alignment due to a faulty
bearing.
Take to your Ferm dealer for repair.
• Adjust tracking as previously described.
There are no user serviceable/repairable parts in this
unit. Qualified service engineers must carry out repair
and servicing.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep the tool clean for better and safer performance.
Store the blades properly in accordance with the
maker’s instructions.
Follow instructions for changing accessories. Inspect
tool and extension cables periodically and if damaged,
have them repaired by a qualified person or authorised
service body. Keep handles free from oil or grease. Keep
the ventilation slots clean to prevent the motor overhe-
ating.
Check for damaged parts
Do not use a tool with damaged parts, before further use
a damaged tool must be carefully checked by a qualified
person to determine that it will operate properly. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding or breakage of
parts, mounting and other conditions that may affect its
operation.
A damaged part or guard should be properly repaired by
an authorised service centre, unless indicated otherwise
in the instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorised service centre. Do not use a
tool if the switch does not turn on and off.
Have your tool repaired by an expert
This appliance is manufactured in accordance with rele-
vant safety standards. Only experts must carry out repai-
ring of electrical appliances, otherwise considerable dan-
ger for the user may result.
Storing tools
When not in use tools should be stored in the dry, out of
reach of children.
Lubrication
The machine does not require user lubrication.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
This product is complete with a pre-wired mains plug.
If the plug needs replacing follow these instructions.
Wire correctly
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in the following
way:
BLUE • Neutral
BROWN • Live
EARTH • Yellow/Green
Securing wires
Secure wires carefully and firmly to the correct termi-
nals. Secure the mains cable in the plug cord grip firmly
Fit a 5-amp fuse. If a 13amp (BS1363) plug is used a (BS
1362) ASTA approved 5-amp fuse must be fitted.
If in doubt always consult a qualified electrician.
Recycle/Dispose of old plug and cable
Prevent inadvertent connection to socket and risk of
electric shock
ENVIRONMENT
Recycle the packaging according to the identification
marks on it.
At the end of the product or its accessories life please
recycle where facilities exist - phone the Helpline for
current advice on recycling.
Helpline
For any questions relating to operational or safety
matters contact:
Ferm Customer Helpline on:
0115 966 1199
Monday-Friday
8am – 6pm
Saturday
9am – 1 pm
