Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local Walter Meier distributor, or visit jettools.com. WARRANTY JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW = Woodworking). WHAT IS COVERED? This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below.
3.0 Safety Warnings 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.
This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing), Inc., covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model AB-1012W Horizontal 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.
5.0 Specifications Model Number ............................AB-1012W Stock Number ............................. 414462 Capacities and Volumes: Cutting capacity, round ........................10” (250 mm) Cutting capacity, rectangle ..................10”W x 12”H (250x300 mm) Loading Capacity, maximum ....................3300 lb (1497 kg) Roller Table Capacity, maximum ..................... 2200 lb (1000 kg) Minimum Work Length ........................2”...
Bundle Clamps (C) 6.0 Unpacking Can of Hydraulic Oil (D) Tool Box (E) containing: Finish uncrating the Band Saw and check for 6 Leveling Bolts with Hex Nuts (F) shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not 6 Foot Pads (G) discard any shipping material until the Band Saw is 1 Hex (Allen) Wrench set (H)
4. Make sure the floor will support the weight of turned on while the machine is being wired. the machine. For best performance, the band saw should be located on a solid and level It is recommended that the AB-1012W three phase foundation of reinforced concrete.
8.3 Grounding Instructions 9.0 Coolant Heater This machine must be grounded. In the event of a The heater system helps maintain coolant flow malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a during operations in cold environments. The path of least resistance for electric current to power/breaker switch has a light blue bar, and is reduce the risk of electric shock.
10.0 Adjustments Efficient operation of the cut-off saw is dependent upon the condition of the saw blade and the adjustment of the blade guides. If the performance of the saw begins to deteriorate, these items should be inspected closely. If a new blade does not restore the machine’s cutting accuracy quality,...
10.2 Removing and Installing Blades Wear leather gloves when handling saw blade to avoid injury from the saw teeth. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Raise the bow so that it clears the vise. 3. Open wheel cover after unscrewing the knob on each end (one is shown in Figure 4).
10.3 Blade Tracking Refer to Figure 7. Blade tracking been tested manufacturer. Adjustment is rarely required when the blade is used properly and the blade is correctly welded. If a tracking issue should occur, proceed as follows: 1. Raise bow to a convenient height, and open the wheel cover.
Two switches limit the stroke of the bow: Bow Down Limit Switch (G) – can be adjusted via the stop screw. Bow Up Limit Switch (H) – can be adjusted via the sliding bracket on which the bearing is mounted. 10.6 Coolant System The coolant tank is located at the right side within the base.
11.1 Accessing the Touch Screen 1. Turn on power at the main switch. Figure 15 2. The screen will illuminate with the JET logo and machine model number (Figure 16). 3. If an error notice window appears, refer to Troubleshooting – Touch Pad Screen Error Notices, in this manual.
Pressure and Probe Arm limit switch. 1E. Low Speed. Touch to activate slow motion of shuttle vise when in manual mode using the Shuttle Vise Forward/Backward buttons. 1F. Blade Run Time. Touch to bring up screen: “Blade running time set to zero? – Yes/No”, Figure 18 and select (Figure 18).
2I. Single or Bundle Cutting: Touch to select either. With single cutting, the shuttle vise will clamp in a rear position to prepare for the next feed. With bundle cutting, shuttle vise will remain at front position after feeding material forward. 2J.
12.0 Pre-Operation Inspection Before proceeding with cut, verify the following: • Blade style/size is proper for the job at hand. • Blade has proper tension. • Blade guide post is secured. • Wire brush is properly positioned. • Coolant is clean, and at sufficient level. •...
7. Adjust blade guide post. 13.1 Loading Stock/Vise Action 8. Set blade speed (V). To load stock into the Band Saw: 9. Set downfeed pressure (U). 1. Raise the bow. 10. Start coolant flow (H). Indicator will light. Also, the conveyor screw will begin turning. 2.
13.4 Automatic Operation Items in parentheses refer to Control Panel on page 23. The Band Saw can store up to ten automated programs. 1. Connect machine to power source. 2. Select AUTO mode (J). 3. Press Hydraulic Pump Start button (E). 4.
Figure 31 The following general procedure should be If you do not have a piece of 2-inch bar stock adequate for break-in of JET-supplied blades on available for a test cut, use a larger diameter test lower alloy ferrous materials.
Failure to comply may cause serious injury. Wear goggles or similar facial protection when performing maintenance. Below is a schedule for general maintenance of the AB-1012W Band Saw. These procedures may need to be performed more often, depending upon the machine’s use.
15.0 Lubrication Schedule Disconnect Band Saw from electrical supply when performing maintenance. Try to minimize direct contact with lubricating fluids, and protect the eyes from coolant splash. Ball bearings on the Band Saw are pre-lubricated and sealed – they will not require further attention. Used lubricants should be disposed of properly, according to local regulations.
16.0 Control Panel Figure 32 A – Main Power Switch – (Located on front side of control stand.) B – Touch Screen – Lights up when Main Power Switch (A) is activated. C – Emergency Stop – stops all machine functions; rotate button clockwise to release and restart machine.
17.0 Troubleshooting – Touch Pad Screen Error Notices Numbers refer to machine locations where the errors may be addressed, shown in Figure 33. Error Remedy Abnormal forward limit switch Inspect forward limit switch. No material in shuttle vise Place material in shuttle vise. Abnormal rotary encoder Inspect the rotary encoder.
18.0 Troubleshooting Fault Probable Cause Suggested Remedy Excessive blade Check Machinery’s Handbook for Incorrect blade speed or feed rate. breakage speed/feed appropriate for the material being cut. Check Machinery’s Handbook for Teeth too coarse for material. recommended blade type. Adjust hydraulic setting for proper blade Incorrect blade tension.
Fault Probable Cause Suggested Remedy Unusual wear on Blade guides worn. Replace blade guides. side/back of blade Blade guide bearing bracket is loose. Tighten blade guide bearing bracket. Teeth missing/ripped Blade tooth pitch too coarse for work Use blade with finer tooth pitch. from blade piece.
19.1.2 Base Assembly – Parts List Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....AB1012W-A1 .... Round Head Screw..........M6x8L ......10 2 ....AB1012W-A2 .... Control Panel ....................1 3 ....AB1012W-A3 .... Control Box Door ................... 1 4 ....
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Index No. Part No. Description Size 61 ....AB1012W-A61 ..Roller Setting Bracket (R) ................1 62 ....AB1012W-A62 ..Setting Plate (R) .................... 1 63 ....TS-1492031 ....Hex Cap Screw ............M12x35L ....... 2 64 ....TS-2361121 ....Helical Spring Lock Washer........12mm ......2 65 ....
19.3.2 Vise Transfer Assembly – Parts List Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....AB1012W-C1 .... Bench Vise Cylinder ..................1 2 ....AB1012W-C2 .... Socket Head Cap Screw.......... M16x55L ....... 2 3 ....AB1012W-C3 .... Rod Pin ......................1 4 ....
19.7.2 Electric Box and Control Panel Assembly – Parts list Index Numbers refer to exploded view on page 43 and diagrams on pages 45-48. Index Numbers Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ..SA1....AB1012W-SA1 ..Main Switch (not shown) ..............1 2 ..