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STARTRITE 352E Original Instruction Manual

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Original Instruction Manual
352E & 502E
Industrial
Bandsaws
IMPORTANT
For your safety read instructions carefully before
assembling or using this product. Save this
manual for future reference.
Version 2.2
May 2012
Woodworking Machines & Accessories
Startrite
Telephone: 01246 561 520
Unit B, Adelphi Way
Fax: 01246 561 537
Staveley S43 3LS
HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Always follow the instructions provided with the manual. Always wear safety glasses when using woodworking
equipment. Always disconnect the power before adjusting any equipment. Failure to observe proper safety
procedures and guidelines can result in serious injury.
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your machine and accessories) to become
commonplace. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
Email: sales@recordpower.co.uk
www.startrite.co.uk
Always wear safety glasses when
using woodworking equipment.
Always read the instructions
provided before using
woodworking equipment.

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  • Page 1 Original Instruction Manual 352E & 502E Industrial Bandsaws IMPORTANT For your safety read instructions carefully before assembling or using this product. Save this manual for future reference. Version 2.2 May 2012 Woodworking Machines & Accessories Startrite Telephone: 01246 561 520 Email: sales@recordpower.co.uk...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page 3 Startrite Guarantee Page 4 1. General Information 2. Machine Description Page 5 3. Installation Page 7 4. Health & Safety Guidance Page 8 5. Additional Health & Safety Information for Bandsaws Page 9 6. Using the Machines Page 14 7.

  • Page 3: Startrite Guarantee

    2. GUARANTEE S43 3LS 2.1 In addition to the above Startrite guarantees that for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase the components of this product will be free from defects caused by faulty construction or manufacture.

  • Page 4: General Information

    There is a specification label fixed to the machine, containing the manufacturer's data, year of construction, serial number and blade data. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION 502E 502E 352E 352E (Phase) (Single Phase) (Three Phase) (Single Phase) (Three Phase) Throat depth mm...

  • Page 5: Installation

    Extra care should be taken when moving the machine to ensure that it cannot fall. Always ensure that machine is fully supported and operators stand well clear whilst the machine is moved. DUST EXTRACTION Model Port Size 352E A:32mm B:100mm The machine must be connected to an 502E A:100mm B:100mm adequate dust extraction system.
  • Page 6 . On completion of the installation check that the terminal box is closed correctly and that the plug points are locked. Starting the machine : 352E & 502E - Single Phase 352E & 502E - Three Phase T1: Transformer...

  • Page 7: Health & Safety Guidance

    4. Health and Safety Guidance THE MACHINE SHALL BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE SUPPLY 20. Check damaged parts BEFORE MAINTENANCE. - Before further use of tool, it should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its WARNING: WHEN USING POWER TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY intended function.

  • Page 8: Additional Safety Instructions For Bandsaws

    11. Replace the table insert when it is worn. suitable blades. 12. When cutting round timber use a suitable device to prevent twisting of Consult Startrite on Tel:01246 561 520 for advice on the most suitable the workpiece. See section 10 Fig. 10.3. blade selection. See section 4.2.

  • Page 9: Using The Machines

    • Misalignment of the bandwheels due to unauthorized intervention of the regulating screws of the lower band wheel. • Irregularity of bandwheels surface, e.g an accumulation of sawdust whilst cutting resinous materials. 502E 352E 602E 502E 352E Blade Length...
  • Page 10 Fig.6.2 6.4 FITTING THE FENCE BAR 3.6 Cast iron fence carrier Insert Brass Pad into fence carrier (See Fig.6.2). 3.7 Fitting the fence assembly Locate fence assembly onto the fence bar. Position the fence on to the table and lock off using fence ratchet handle. (See Fig.6.3). 3.8 Fence alignment 1 Align the fence assembly in or out until parallel with the side of the blade (See Fig.6.4) by adjusting the fence bar nuts accordingly.
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLY OF THE 352E LEGSTAND Ref No. Description Joint panel Hex. Bolt M8X16 Ref No. Description Locknut M6 Joint panel Hex. Bolt M8X16 Flat washer 6 Locknut M6 Flange nut M6 Flat washer 6 Left panel Flange nut M6 Left panel Hex.
  • Page 12 6.6 BLADE MOUNTING AND ADJUSTMENT To mount blade first remove the steel bar (A of FIG. 6.6) underneath the table, and the table insert ( (A) FIG. 6.7) Place the blade onto the band wheel checking the teeth are in a correct position, and tighten the tension using the handwheel ( (A) of FIG. 6.8). The correct tension value is indicated on the tension scale inside the upper door, the indicated value corresponds to the width of the blade.
  • Page 13 6.8 TABLE INSERT FOR DUST EXTRACTION The machines are equipped with a removable plastic insert under the work- table(A of FIG.6.11), the insert improves dust extraction. It is recommended FIG. 6.11 that the insert “ A “ be replaced when the blade cutting clearance widens, this will maintain maximum efficiency of dust extraction.

  • Page 14: Safety Advice

    7. Safety Advice a) Machine out of order Before making any adjustments or repairs to the machine, disconnect from the electrical supply. If any faults are suspected, disconnect the electrical supply and put a visible notice on the machine. Always report faults on the machine (including guards and saw blades) as soon as they are discovered.
  • Page 15 SAFETY DEVICES AND GUARDS fig. 5.1 The upper portion of the saw blade is fully protected inside the machine column. The lower portion of the blade is protected by an adjustable guard which is adjustable for height depending on the thickness of material to be cut. FIG.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    CUTTING OF WEDGE-SHAPED LENGTHS Equipment for cutting wedge-shaped lengths. FIG 7.6 FIG. 5.5 FIG. 7.6 8. Maintenance BEFORE ANY INTERVENTION ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY Periodically check that all screws are tightly fastened and the condition of the various guards V belts After the first few hours of operation it is necessary to check that the tension of the belts is correct.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    9. Trouble Shooting The motor does not start • Check that the fly-wheel doors are correctly closed, otherwise the safety switch will not allow operation. • Check that the emergency button, when fitted, is released. • If the “ON“ button of the magneto thermal switch does not lock-in, or, when the star delta is fitted, check that the knob of the star delta starter is in “O”...
  • Page 18 10. Diagrams & Components-502E Ref No. Description Hex. Nut M4 Screw M6X25 Switch plate Indicator plate Upper wheel cover Spring washer 4 Flat washer 5 Clear window Dust port Pan head screw M5X6 Rivet 3x7 Hex. Nut M8 Screw Lower wheel cover Screw M8X25 Indicator Bushing...
  • Page 19 Ref No. Description Indicator Handle rod Lock handle Cap nut M10 Hex. Socket head screw M6X10 Bushing Trunnion support bracket Spring Spring Hex. Nut M8 Lock handle Roll pin 3X16 Set screw M8X12 Hex. Rod Screw M5X14 Shaft Fence bracket Mitre gauge guide bracket Pin nail Bracket...
  • Page 20 Ref No. Description Spring washer 8 Hex. Bolt M6X16 Hex. Bolt M8X16 Side support base Locknut M6 Adjusting shaft Guide panel Flat washer 6 Handle Bushing Gear Hex. Socket head screw M6X12 Flat washer 4 Spring washer Spring washer 6 Pan head screw M4X8 Set screw M6X12 Protective cover...
  • Page 21 Ref No. Description Set screw M6X12 Big Handwheel Thread rod Hex. Bolt M10X25 Spring washer 10 Lower bracket Shaft Flat washer Spring Spring washer 50 Flat washer 24 Bushing Sliding block Set screw M8X20 Locknut M12 Flat washer 10 Spring washer 12 Cap nut M12 Hex.
  • Page 22 10. Diagrams & Components-352E Ref No. Description Hex. Nut M6 Flat washer 5 Strain relief M20 Frame Upper wheel cover Pan head screw M6X8 Plastic pusher Lower wheel cover Cable plate Screw M6X25 Bushing Star handle Indicator plate Pan head screw M4X10...
  • Page 23 Ref No. Description Indicator Lock handle Lock handle Trunnion support bracket Hex. Socket head screw M6X10 Bushing Hex. Nut M8 Spring Spring Set screw M8X12 Lock handle Roll pin 3x16 Shaft Hex. Rod Screw M5X14 Pin nail Fence bracket Mitre gauge guide bracket Hex.
  • Page 24 Ref No. Description Hex. Nut M8 Side support base Flat washer 8 Guide panel Locknut M6 Spring washer 8 Bushing Flat washer 6 Hex. Bolt M8X16 Flat washer 4 Gear Adjusting shaft Pan head screw M4X8 Spring washer Handle Adjusting bushing Set screw M6X12 Hex.
  • Page 25 Ref No. Description Set screw M6X12 Small handwheel Thread rod Hex. Socket head screw M8X30 Spring washer 10 Lower bracket Shaft Flat washer Spring Spring washer 42 Flat washer 20 Bushing Sliding block Set screw M8X25 Locknut M10 Flat washer 10 Flat washer 12 Spring washer 12 Cap nut M12...
  • Page 26 Ref No. Description Joint panel Hex. Bolt M8X16 Locknut M6 Flat washer 6 Flange nut M6 Left panel Hex. Bolt M6X45 Flat washer 8 Spring washer Hex. Nut M8 Hex. Bolt M8X20 Support bracket Right panel...
  • Page 27 EU Declaration of Conformity Cert No: EU / 502E-352E / 1 RECORD POWER LIMITED, Unit B, Ireland Industrial Est. Adelphi Way, Staveley, Chesterfield S43 3LS declares that the machinery described:- Type: Bandsaw 2. Model Numbers: 502E/352E Serial No ................. Conforms with the following directives:-...
  • Page 28 Visit www.startrite.co.uk for the full range of Startrite products. Woodworking Blades Machinery And visit www.recordpower.co.uk for Craft Accessories Finishes and Waxes DVDs Accessories Industrial Woodworking Machines & Accessories Startrite Telephone: 01246 561 520 Email: sales@recordpower.co.uk Unit B, Adelphi Way www.recordpower.co.uk Facsimile: 01246 561 537 Ireland Industrial Est.

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