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Operating Instructions
Dear Customer,
Many thanks for the confidence you have shown in us with the purchase of your new Elektra Beckum power tool. Every Elektra Beckum power
tool is carefully tested and is subjected to the strict quality controls of the Elektra Beckum Quality Assurance section. However, the service life
of any power tool is to a great degree dependent on yourself as the user. Please read and understand the information contained in these
Operating Instructions and the accompanying documents. The more care you exercise in handling your Elektra Beckum power tool, the longer
will be the reliable service it provides for you.
Contents Pagel
CE Declaration of compliance 12
1 Proper use 12
2 Safety instructions 12
2.1 Bandsawing 13
2.2 Disc sanding 13
2.3 Belt sanding 14
3 Overview 15
4 Checks on unpacking 15
5 Functional checks 15
6 Assembly and adjustment 15
6.1 Mounting the bandsaw table 15
6.2 Mounting the sanding table 15
6.3 Adjusting the bandsaw table
and sanding table 15
6.4 Adjusting the angle of the
bandsaw table 16
6.5 Adjusting the graduated scale
of the bandsaw table 16
6.6 Adjusting the height of the
sanding table 16
6.7 Setting the distance between the
sanding table and the sanding disc 16
6.8 Adjusting the graduated scale
of the sanding table 16
7 Bandsaw blade 16
7.1 Bandsaw blades 16
7.2 Changing the bandsaw blade 16
7.3 Adjusting the bandsaw blade 17
7.4 Adjusting the bandsaw guide 17
8 Checks before switching on 17
9 Mains power connection 17
9.1 Direction of bandsaw
blade rotation 17
10 Vacuum chip extraction 17
11 Sawing wood and similar materials 18
11.1 Operator’s working position 18
11.2 Longitudinal cuts 18
11.3 Cutting arcs 18
11.4 Cross cuts, flat 18
11.5 Cross cuts, on edge 18
11.6 Cutting to a marked line 18
11.7 Cutting at the fence 18
11.8 Cutting round timber 19
12 Bandsawing accessories 19
12.1 Fine-cutting equipment 19
12.2 Circle-cutting equipment 19
13 Belt sanding 19
13.1 Fitting the sanding belt 20
14 Disc sanding 20
14.1 Changing over from
bandsawing to disc sanding 20
14.2 Fitting and adjusting 20
15 Maintenance 20
15.1 Stripping brush 20
15.2 Table insert 20
15.3 Guide pins 20
16 Technical specifications 20
16.1 Electrical data 20
16.2 Acoustic pressure level 20
1 Proper use
The machine is suitable for cutting wood,
wood-derived materials and plastics.
Do not cut round stock transverse to its
longitudinal axis without suitable jigs or
fixtures. The rotating saw blade could turn
the workpiece.
When sawing thin stock layed on edge, a
suitable guide must be used for firm sup-
port.
Any other use is not as specified. The
manufacturer is not liable for any damage
caused by unspecified use.
Alteration of the machine or use of parts not
approved by the equipment manufacturer
can cause unforeseeable damage!
2 Safety instructions
• Read these instructions before use. Pay
special attention to the safety information.
• These instructions are intended for per-
sons having a basic technical knowledge of
the operation of machines such as the one
described herein. If you have no experience
whatsoever, we strongly recommend to
seek the advise of an experienced person.
• The machine shall only be started and
operated by persons familiar with bandsaws
and who are at any time aware of the
dangers associated with the operation of
such tool.
• Persons under 18 years of age shall use
this tool only in the course of their vocatio-
nal training, under the supervision of an
instructor.
• If you lend or sell this machine be sure to
have all machine documents supplied go
with it.
• The equipment manufacturer is not liable
for any damage resulting from neglect of
these operating instructions.
General safety information
• Where applicable, follow the legal
directives or regulations for the prevention of
accidents pertaining to the use of band
saws.
• Before initial use, check that the mains
voltage and mains frequency stated on the
rating plate match the figures for your own
mains supply.
General hazards!
• Keep your work area tidy – a messy work
area invites accidents.
• Be alert. Know what you are doing. Set out
to work with reason. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
• Consider environmental conditions: keep
work area well lighted.
• Prevent adverse body positions. Ensure
firm footing and keep your balance at all
times.
• When working long stock use suitable
supports.
• Do not operate tool near inflammable
liquids or gases.
• Keep bystanders, particularly children, out
of the danger zone.
• Do not permit other persons to touch the
tool or power cable while it is running.
• Do not overload tool – use it only within the
performance range it was designed for (see
"Technical specifications").
Danger! Risk of electric shock!
• Do not expose tool to rain.
• Do not operate tool in damp or wet
environment.
• Prevent body contact with earthed objects
such as radiators, pipes, cooking stoves,
refrigerators when operating this tool.
• Repairs to power tools must be carried out
by qualified electricians only!
• Do not use the power cable for any
purpose it is not intended for.
Prior to all servicing:
– switch machine OFF.
– unplug power cable.
– wait until the saw has come to a complete
stop.
Check that all safety devices are
operational again after each service.
• Ensure that when switching on (e.g. after
servicing) no tools or loose parts are left on
or in the tool.
• Unplug if the tool is not used.
Cutting hazard, even with the cutting tool
at standstill!
• Wear gloves when changing cutting tools.
• Store band saw blades in such manner
that nobody will get hurt.
Declaration of compliance
On our own responsibility, we hereby
declare that this product complies with the
standards or standard-setting documents
listed on page 2.
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