This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 14-inch Woodworking Band Saw Model JWBS-14CS JET 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.jettools.com Part No.
Warranty and Service JET warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday. Warranty Period The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official JET branded website. • JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product.
Table of Contents Warranty and Service .............................................................................................................................. 2 Warning................................................................................................................................................... 4 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 6 Specifications ...............
Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. 4. This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
21. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation. 24. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate.
Introduction This manual is provided by JET covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model JWBS-14CS Band Saw. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual.
Unpacking – JWBS-14CS Open both shipping containers and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Read the instruction manual thoroughly for assembly, maintenance and safety instructions.
Assembly of JWBS-14CS Tools Required for Assembly Metric combination wrench set and adjustable wrench #1 and #2 cross point screwdrivers Exposed metal surfaces, such as the table, have been given a protective coating. This should be cleaned with a soft cloth and solvent, such as kerosene. Do not use an abrasive pad, and do not get solvents on plastic parts. Figure 10 1. Remove pulley cover from inside of stand. 2. Place cabinet stand upright on a level surface.
until both pulleys lie in a straight plane. Tighten set screw. Figure 15 9. The v-belt is properly tensioned when finger pressure between the two pulleys causes approximately 1/2" deflection (Figure 16). Figure 13 Figure 16 10. Screw the two small knobs (Figure 17) into the threaded holes in the saw body. Slide the pulley cover down over the knobs, and tighten the knobs. Figure 14 IMPORTANT: When moving the pulleys, do not position them beyond the end of the shaft.
M8 lock washers, as shown in item D, page 8. See Figure 18. Figure 20 17. Transportation and handling may have caused some fasteners to loosen. Before operating, check all screws, bolts, and nuts to make sure they are snug. Operate machine only after reading the entire manual including blade tracking, blade guide adjustments, and safety rules. Figure 18 12. Thread nut onto table stop bolt (Figure 18) and attach to trunnion support bracket as shown. 13.
having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes, is the equipmentgrounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. electrician for proper procedures to install the plug. The band saw must comply with all local and national codes after the 230 volt plug is installed. 4.
Make sure the cord is in good condition, and heavy enough to carry the current your band saw will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Figure 25 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and the ampere rating on your machine’s nameplate. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
Changing Blades Blade teeth are sharp! Use care when handling the saw blade. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 3. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Loosen blade tension by turning the tension knob counterclockwise (Figure 28). 4. upper wheel slide bracket indicates the approximate tension according to the width of the blade. Initially, set the blade tension to correspond to the blade width as marked on the gauge.
Adjusting Blade Guide and Blade Support Bearing Blade guard has been removed for picture clarity. Never operate the band saw without all guards in place and in working order. Figure 29 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly. 3. Loosen thumb screws (E, Figure 31) and move guide blocks (C, Figure 31) as close to the blade as possible without pinching it. Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2.
shaft. Re-install the bearing and the screw. Examine the overlap between the bearing face and the blade. Change the position of the bearing shaft until the overlap is approximately 1/8". or out until the bearing is 1/64" behind the blade. (NOTE: To set this distance quickly, you can place a dollar bill or piece of paper between support bearing and back of blade.) 10. Tighten thumb screw (H, Figure 31). 9. With the thumb screw (H, Figure 31) still loosened, adjust the distance from bearing to blade.
Troubleshooting JWBS-14CS Band Saw Trouble Saw stops or will not start. Does not make accurate 45 or 90 degree cuts. Blade wanders during cut. Saw makes unsatisfactory cuts. Blade does not come up to speed. Saw vibrates excessively. Probable Cause Remedy Saw unplugged. Check all plug connections. Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker. Cord damaged. Replace cord. Table stop not adjusted correctly. Check blade with square and adjust table stop.
Optional Accessories 708718R JRF-14 Deluxe Rip Fence Assembly with Resaw Includes guide bars, rip fence assembly, resaw post, fasteners, and mounting instructions with parts list. 708717 JRB-14 Riser Block Kit Increases depth of cut from 6" maximum to 12" maximum. Includes 6" cast block, long frame bolt, front and back blade guards, 105” blade, and mounting instructions with parts list. 708716 JMG-14 Miter Gauge Assembly For straight and angle cutting.
Parts List – Body Assembly (JWBS-14CS Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1............... 150100AW ...............Upper Arm Frame .................................................................................. 1 2............... 150037W .................Table ..................................................................................................... 1 3............... 100038 ....................Table Pin ........................................................................
Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 59 ............. 995001 ....................Power Cord (Switch To Motor) ............................................................... 1 60 ............. 995002 ....................Power Cord (Switch To Power Source) .................................................. 1 61 ............. 990814 ....................Self Tapping Screw ............................................M3.5x19 ..................... 2 62 ............. TS-1550021 .............Flat Washer ....
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Parts List – Closed Stand Assembly (JWBS-14CS Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1............... 150501W .................Stand .................................................................................................... 1 2............... 150502W .................Door ...................................................................................................... 1 3............... 150503 ....................Door Latch Assembly..............................................
Exploded View – Closed Stand Assembly (JWBS14-CS Band Saw) 22
Electrical Connections – 115 volt (JWBS-14CS Band Saw) 23
Electrical Connections – 230 volt (JWBS-14CS Band Saw) 24
