Adjusting.wheel.and. blade.brushes – Woodstock W1770 User Manual
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W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake
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Adjusting.Wheel.and.
Blade.Brushes
The lower wheel compartment contains the brushes
shown in
Figure 71. These brushes are designed to sweep
sawdust off the wheel tire and blade as the bandsaw is
operating. In order to work properly, the brushes must be
making contact with the wheel and blade.
Tools.Needed:.
Qty
Wrench/Socket 10mm ..........................................2
To.adjust.the.brushes,.do.these.steps:
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Open the lower wheel cover.
3. Loosen the bolt/nut that secures each brush in
place.
4. Adjust each brush so it makes good contact with the
wheel or blade—without bendng the bristles.
5. Tighten the bolt/nuts to secure each brush in place.
Figure 71. The wheel brushes.
Brushes