Jet Tools Saw JWBS 18X User Manual
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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual  
18” Band Saw  
Models: JWBS-18X, JWBS-18X-3  
WMH TOOL GROUP  
2420 Vantage Drive  
Elgin, Illinois 60123  
Ph.: 800-274-6848  
Part No. M-710750  
Revision B 5/05  
www.wmhtoolgroup.com  
Copyright © WMH Tool Group  
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Table of Contents  
Warranty........................................................................................................................................................2  
Table of Contents..........................................................................................................................................3  
Warning.........................................................................................................................................................4  
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................6  
Specifications................................................................................................................................................6  
Grounding Instructions..................................................................................................................................7  
1.75 HP Single Phase Motor.....................................................................................................................7  
115 Volt Operation.....................................................................................................................................7  
230 Volt Operation.....................................................................................................................................7  
3 HP Single Phase Motor..........................................................................................................................8  
230 Volt Operation.....................................................................................................................................8  
Extension cords.........................................................................................................................................8  
Unpacking .....................................................................................................................................................9  
Contents of Shipping Container ................................................................................................................9  
Assembly.....................................................................................................................................................10  
Handwheel...............................................................................................................................................10  
Mounting the Table..................................................................................................................................10  
Rail Assembly..........................................................................................................................................10  
Fence Assembly and Adjustment............................................................................................................11  
Resaw Guide...........................................................................................................................................13  
Miter Gauge.............................................................................................................................................13  
Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................14  
Adjusting 90 Degree Table Stop .............................................................................................................14  
Installing/Changing Blades......................................................................................................................15  
Blade Tension..........................................................................................................................................16  
Blade Tracking.........................................................................................................................................16  
Overview – Bearing Adjustments ............................................................................................................17  
Upper Bearing Adjustments ....................................................................................................................17  
Lower Bearing Adjustments ....................................................................................................................18  
Blade Lead ..............................................................................................................................................19  
Replacing the V-Belt................................................................................................................................20  
Belt Tension.............................................................................................................................................20  
Pulley Alignment......................................................................................................................................21  
Electrical Connections.................................................................................................................................21  
Operation.....................................................................................................................................................22  
General Procedure ..................................................................................................................................22  
Ripping ....................................................................................................................................................22  
Crosscutting.............................................................................................................................................22  
Resawing.................................................................................................................................................23  
Saw Blade Selection................................................................................................................................23  
Blade Breakage.......................................................................................................................................24  
Maintenance................................................................................................................................................24  
Blade Selection Guide.................................................................................................................................25  
Optional Accessories: Band Saw Blades....................................................................................................27  
Replacement Parts......................................................................................................................................27  
Parts List: Upper Wheel Assembly..........................................................................................................28  
Upper Wheel Assembly...........................................................................................................................29  
Parts List: Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly ........................................................................................30  
Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly..........................................................................................................31  
Parts List: Blade Guide Assembly...........................................................................................................32  
Blade Guide Assembly............................................................................................................................34  
Parts List: Table and Fence Assembly....................................................................................................35  
Table and Fence Assembly.....................................................................................................................37  
Electrical Connections.................................................................................................................................38  
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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.  
If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a band saw, do not use until proper  
training and knowledge have been obtained.  
5. Do not use this band saw for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, WMH Tool  
Group disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result  
from that use.  
6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this band saw. Everyday eyeglasses  
only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.  
7. Before operating this band saw, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past  
the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips  
are recommended. Do not wear gloves.  
8. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.  
9. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities  
contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples  
of these chemicals are:  
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Lead from lead based paint.  
Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.  
Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.  
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your  
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety  
equipment, such as face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic  
particles.  
10. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.  
11. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply.  
12. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.  
13. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source.  
14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting  
wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on.  
15. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance  
purposes, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately.  
16. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is damaged  
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended  
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting  
and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should  
be properly repaired or replaced.  
17. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare, overhead lighting.  
18. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease.  
19. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away.  
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20. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.  
21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are  
careless acts that can result in serious injury.  
22. 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.  
23. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for  
which it was not designed. The right tool will do the job better and safer.  
24. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.  
25. Maintain tools with care. Keep blades sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow  
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.  
26. Turn off the machine before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips or debris — do  
not use your hands.  
27. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.  
28. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it  
comes to a complete stop.  
29. Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine.  
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:  
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or  
possible machine damage.  
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or  
possibly even death.  
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Introduction  
This manual is provided by Jet covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for models  
JWBS-18X and JWBS-18X-3 Band Saws. 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. If there are any questions or comments, please contact either your  
local supplier or WMH Tool Group. WMH Tool Group can also be reached at our web site:  
www.wmhtoolgroup.com.  
Specifications  
Model Number.............................................................. JWBS-18X........................................... JWBS-18X-3  
Stock Number ....................................................................710750....................................................710751  
Cutting Capacity (height) (in.) ....................................................12............................................................ 12  
Cutting Capacity (width) (in.)................................................18-3/8......................................................18-3/8  
Maximum Rip Left of Blade w/Fence (in.)............................16-1/2......................................................16-1/2  
Maximum Rip Right of Blade w/Fence (in.)............................7-5/8........................................................7-5/8  
Blade Length (in.).....................................................................137.......................................................... 137  
Blade Speed (SFPM) .............................................................3000........................................................ 3000  
Minimum Blade Width (in.)........................................................1/8........................................................... 1/8  
Maximum Blade Width (in.)....................................................1-1/2........................................................1-1/2  
Table Size (in.).................................................................19” x 19”..................................................19” x 19”  
Table Tilt (degrees)................................................... 45°R to 10°L............................................45°R to 10°L  
Table Height from Floor (in.) ................................................37-1/2......................................................37-1/2  
Wheel Diameter (in.) ............................................................18-5/8......................................................18-5/8  
Dust Chute Diameter (in.) ........................................................... 4.............................................................. 4  
Overall Dimensions (HxWxD) (in.).......................73 x 39 x 32-1/2............................................ 73 x 39 x 35  
Motor ............................ 1.75 HP, 1Ph, 115/230V (prewired 115V)..................................... 3 HP, 1Ph, 230V  
Net Weight (approx.) (lbs.).......................................................418.......................................................... 425  
Shipping Weight (approx.) (lbs.) ..............................................493 ......................................................... 500  
The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, but because of our policy of  
continuous improvement, WMH Tool Group reserves the right to change specifications at any time and  
without prior notice, without incurring obligations.  
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ground such as a properly grounded outlet box,  
as shown in C, Fig. 1.  
Grounding Instructions  
1.75 HP Single Phase Motor  
This machine must be  
grounded while in use to protect the operator  
from electric shock.  
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,  
grounding provides a path of least resistance for  
electric current to reduce the risk of electric  
shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord  
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a  
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a  
matching outlet that is properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all local codes and  
ordinances.  
Figure 1  
230 Volt Operation  
If 230V, single phase operation is desired, the  
following instructions must be followed:  
1. Disconnect the machine from the power  
source.  
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit  
the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a  
qualified electrician.  
2. This band saw is supplied with four motor  
leads that are connected for 115V operation  
as shown in A, Fig. 2. For 230V operation  
reconnect the leads as shown in B, Fig. 2.  
Improper connection of the equipment-  
grounding conductor can result in a risk of  
electric shock. The conductor, with insulation  
having an outer surface that is green with or  
without yellow stripes, is the equipment-  
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of  
the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not  
connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a  
live terminal.  
3. The 115V attachment plug supplied with the  
band saw (C, Fig. 2) must be replaced with  
a UL/CSA listed plug suitable for 230V  
operation (D, Fig. 2). Contact your local  
Authorized JET Service Center or qualified  
electrician for proper procedures to install  
the plug. The band saw must comply with all  
local and national codes after the 230V plug  
is installed.  
Check with a qualified electrician or service  
personnel if the grounding instructions are not  
completely understood, or if in doubt as to  
whether the tool is properly grounded. Use only  
three wire extension cords that have three-prong  
grounding plugs and three-pole receptacles that  
accept the tool’s plug.  
4. The band saw with a 230V plug should only  
be connected to an outlet having the same  
configuration (D, Fig. 2). No adapter is  
available or should be used with the 230V  
plug.  
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord  
immediately.  
Important: In all cases (115 or 230 volts), make  
certain the receptacle in question is properly  
grounded. If you are not sure, have a registered  
electrician check the receptacle.  
115 Volt Operation  
If your band saw's Stock No. is 710750, it is  
wired from the factory for 115 volt operation. The  
power cord has a plug that looks like A, Fig. 1.  
and is used in an outlet that looks like B, Fig. 1.  
A temporary adapter with a grounding ear  
secured with a screw (C, Fig. 1) may be used to  
connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle if a  
properly grounded outlet is not available. The  
temporary adapter should only be used until a  
properly grounded outlet can be installed by a  
qualified electrician. This adapter is not  
applicable in Canada. The green colored  
grounding ear, lug, or tab, extending from the  
adapter, must be connected to a permanent  
Figure 2  
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operator. During hard-wiring of the band saw,  
make sure the fuses have been removed or the  
breakers have been tripped in the circuit to  
which the band saw will be connected. Place a  
warning placard on the fuse holder or circuit  
breaker to prevent it being turned on while the  
machine is being wired.  
Grounding Instructions  
3 HP Single Phase Motor  
Electrical connections must  
qualified electrician in  
be made by  
a
compliance with all relevant codes. This  
machine must be properly grounded to help  
prevent electrical shock and possible fatal  
injury.  
Extension cords  
The use of an extension cord is not  
recommended for this band saw. But if one is  
necessary, make sure the cord rating is suitable  
for the amperage listed on the machine’s motor  
plate. An undersize cord will cause a drop in line  
voltage resulting in loss of power and  
overheating.  
This machine must be grounded. In the event of  
a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides  
a path of least resistance for electric current to  
reduce the risk of electric shock.  
Improper connection of the equipment-  
grounding conductor can result in a risk of  
electric shock. The conductor with insulation  
having an outer surface that is green with or  
without yellow stripes, is the equipment-  
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of  
the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not  
connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a  
live terminal.  
Use the chart in Table 1 as a general guide in  
choosing the correct size cord. If in doubt, use  
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge  
number, the heavier the cord.  
Recommended Gauges (AWG) of Extension Cords  
Extension Cord Length *  
Check with a qualified electrician or service  
personnel if the grounding instructions are not  
completely understood, or if in doubt as to  
whether the tool is properly grounded.  
25  
50  
75  
100 150 200  
Amps  
feet feet feet feet feet feet  
< 5  
16  
16  
14  
12  
10  
10  
16  
16  
14  
12  
10  
NR  
16  
14  
12  
10  
10  
NR  
14  
12  
12  
10  
12  
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord  
immediately.  
5 to 8  
NR  
NR  
NR  
NR  
NR  
8 to 12  
12 to 15  
15 to 20  
21 to 30  
10  
NR  
NR  
NR  
NR  
Make sure the voltage of your power supply  
matches the specifications on the motor plate of  
the band saw. The machine should be  
connected to a dedicated circuit.  
10  
NR  
NR  
230 Volt Operation  
*based on limiting the line voltage drop to 5V at 150% of the  
rated amperes.  
NR: Not Recommended.  
If your band saw's Stock No. is 710751, it is  
wired from the factory for 230 volt operation You  
may either install a plug or “hard-wire” the band  
saw directly to a control panel.  
Table 1  
If connecting a plug, use a proper UL/CSA listed  
2-pole, 3-wire grounding plug suitable for 230V  
operation.  
If the band saw is to be hard-wired to a panel,  
make sure a disconnect is available for the  
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Unpacking  
Contents of Shipping Container  
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Band Saw  
Table  
Fence and Rail Assembly  
Resaw Guide and Knob  
Miter Gauge  
Owner’s Manual  
Warranty Card  
Accessory Package Contains:  
Hardware Bag  
2 Knobs  
1 Handle  
1 10/12mm Wrench  
Fence Hardware Bag  
4 Hex Cap Screws  
4 Flat Washers  
4 Lock Washers  
Rail Hardware Bag  
9 Hex Cap Screws  
9 Flat Washers  
9 Lock Washers  
1. Remove the crate and packing material from  
the band saw except for the transport skid on  
the bottom.  
2. Move the saw to its permanent working  
location. The site should be dry, well lit, and  
have enough room to handle long stock and  
the service and/or adjustment of the machine  
from any side.  
3. Move the band saw off the skid.  
4. Clean all rust protected surfaces with a mild  
solvent or diesel fuel and a soft cloth. Do not  
use lacquer thinner, paint thinner, or gasoline.  
These will damage painted surfaces.  
Tools Included for Assembly  
1. 10/12mm Open End Wrench  
Tools Required for Assembly & Adjustments  
2. 14mm Open End Wrench  
1. Cross Point Screw Driver  
1. Combination Square  
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Assembly  
Handwheel  
Attach the handle (A, Fig. 3) to the handwheel  
(B, Fig. 3).  
Mounting the Table  
Important: The table is heavy. Mounting with the  
help of another person is recommended.  
Referring to Figures 4 and 5:  
1. Remove the table insert (A) and tapered  
pin (B).  
Figure 3  
2. Slide the table so the saw blade (D) passes  
through the slot where the tapered pin (B) was  
located.  
3. Rotate the table 90 degrees so that the miter  
slot (C) is parallel to the blade (D) and to the  
right of the blade when facing the band saw as  
viewed in Figure 5.  
4. Line up the table (H) to the trunnions so that  
the bolts (F) feed through the support bracket  
(E). Secure the table with two lock knobs (G).  
Reinstall the table insert (A) and tapered  
pin (B).  
Figure 4  
Rail Assembly  
Referring to Figure 6:  
1. Attach the front rail (F) to the cast iron table  
with two 1/4” x 5/8” hex cap screws, two 1/4”  
lock washers, and two 1/4” flat washers. The  
screws should be in approximately the center  
of the slot. Hand-tighten only at this time.  
2. Attach the rear rail (G) to the table with two 1/4”  
x 5/8” hex cap screws, two 1/4” lock washers,  
and two 1/4” flat washers. Screws should be in  
approximately the center of the slot. Hand-  
tighten only at this time.  
3. Push the front and rear rails up as far as they  
Figure 5  
will go.  
4. Using a 10mm wrench, tighten the four hex cap  
screws holding the front and rear rails to the  
table. Do not over-tighten the screws.  
5. Attach the guide tube (H) to the front rail with  
five 1/4” x 5/8” hex cap screws, five 1/4” lock  
washers, and five 1/4” flat washers. Screws  
should be in approximately the center of the  
slot.  
Hand-tighten the guide tube only at this time.  
You will be instructed to secure it later in the  
Fence Assembly and Adjustment section.  
Figure 6  
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Fence Assembly and Adjustment  
Assembling the Fence to Fence Body  
Referring to Figure 7:  
1. Attach the fence (A) to the fence body (B) with  
four 5/16” x 3/4” hex cap screws (C), four 5/16”  
lock washers (D), and four 5/16” flat washers  
(E). Hand-tighten only at this time.  
Figure 7  
Assembling the Rear Hook  
Referring to Figure 8:  
2. Thread a 1/4"-20 hex nut (B) onto the pad’s  
threaded stud (A) and insert through the  
fence (C) so the threaded stud is now inside  
the fence.  
3. Place the rear hook (D) on the threaded stud.  
Finish the assembly by placing a 1/4" flat  
washer (E), 1/4" lock washer (F) and 1/4" hex  
nut (G) on the threaded stud and finger tighten.  
Note: Adjust for a gap of approximately 1/8"  
between the pad (A) and hook (D) and as  
shown in the inset.  
4. Tighten the assembly using two 10mm  
wrenches.  
Figure 8  
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Fence Adjustment  
5. Place the fence assembly onto the guide  
rail (D, Fig. 9) and against the edge of the miter  
slot (C, Fig. 9). The hook at the rear of the  
fence should fit under the rear rail (see Figure  
12).  
The fence must align parallel to the miter slot along  
the entire length of the fence.  
If adjustment is necessary:  
6. Lock the fence by pushing down the lock  
handle (A, Fig. 9). Because the screws are only  
hand-tight, you can shift the fence slightly as  
needed until the fence is parallel the miter slot.  
7. When the fence has been properly aligned to  
the miter slot, tighten the four hex cap screws  
(B, Fig. 9) with a 12mm wrench. Make sure the  
fence remains parallel to the miter slot as you  
tighten the screws.  
Note: This alignment will again be checked  
once the guide rail has been tightened.  
Figure 9  
8. Move the fence assembly to the other side of  
the blade as shown in Figure 10 so that the  
pointer (B, Fig. 10) on the fence body points to  
zero on the scale. Lock the fence by pushing  
the handle (A, Fig. 10) down.  
9. Move the guide rail (D, Fig. 10) with the locked  
fence until the fence is flush against the blade  
(C, Fig. 10). Do not unlock the fence to perform  
this. Move the fence and guide rail together  
when establishing the zero point.  
Important: Do not force the fence into the  
blade so that the blade bends.  
10. With a 10mm wrench, tighten the five hex cap  
screws located on the bottom of the front rail  
that hold the guide rail to the front rail.  
Note: After tightening the guide rail, double  
check that the fence is still parallel to the miter  
slot. Make additional adjustments if needed.  
Figure 10  
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Adjusting Clearance between Fence and Table  
Referring to Figures 11 and 12:  
Check the clearance between the table and the  
fence. The fence should not rub against the table  
surface but be slightly above it. This gap should be  
the same at the front of the table as it is at the rear.  
Figure 11  
If the gap between fence and table is not  
consistent, loosen either of the hex nuts on the  
hook (Figure 12) and rotate the sliding pad until the  
fence/table gap is consistent across the full length  
of the table. When this is achieved, tighten both  
hex nuts.  
Check the adjustment of the hook at the rear of the  
fence. The hook should be positioned so that it  
overlaps the rear rail by approximately 1/8”  
(Fig. 12). To adjust the hook, loosen the upper hex  
nut and slide the hook in or out as needed. Re-  
tighten upper hex nut.  
Figure 12  
Resaw Guide  
For resawing attach the post (A, Fig. 13) to the  
fence with the lock knob (B, Fig. 13). There is a  
slotted hole in the fence that will accommodate the  
resaw kit. Position the post so that it is centered  
with the front edge of the blade. The resaw guide  
will give you a taller, single point contact surface  
during resawing.  
Miter Gauge  
1. Place the miter gauge in the table slot.  
2. With a square verify the miter gauge face is  
square to the blade.  
Figure 13  
3. If the miter gauge is not square to the blade  
loosen the lock knob (C, Fig. 13) and adjust to  
the proper setting. Tighten the lock knob.  
4. If the pointer is not at 90 degrees, loosen the  
screw (D, Fig. 13) holding the pointer and move  
the pointer to 90 degrees.  
5. Re-tighten the screw.  
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Adjustments  
Table Tilt  
1. Disconnect machine from power source.  
2. Loosen the lock knobs (G, Fig. 14).  
3. Tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right, or up to  
10 degrees to the left.  
4. Tighten the lock knobs.  
Note: Table stop bolt (F, Fig. 14) must be removed  
to tilt table to the left.  
Figure 14  
Adjusting 90 Degree Table Stop  
Blade tension must be properly adjusted prior to  
adjusting 90 degree stop. Refer to the Adjusting  
Blade Tension section.  
1. Loosen lock knobs (C, Fig. 15) and tilt the table  
until it rests against table stop bolt (B, Fig. 15);  
then re-tighten the lock knobs.  
2. Use a square (E, Fig. 16) placed on the table  
and against the blade to see if the table is 90  
degrees to the blade.  
Figure 15  
3. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock  
knobs (C, Fig. 15). Tilt the table until it is  
square to the blade; then re-tighten the lock  
knobs.  
4. Loosen lock nut (A, Fig. 15) and turn table stop  
bolt (B, Fig. 15) until it contacts the table.  
Tighten the nut (A, Fig. 15) to hold table stop in  
place. When tightening the nut hold the table  
stop bolt in place with a wrench to prevent  
movement.  
5. If necessary, adjust the pointer (D, Fig. 15) to  
zero.  
Figure 16  
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Installing/Changing Blades  
Disconnect machine from  
power source. Blade teeth are sharp, use care  
when handling the blade. Failure to comply may  
cause serious injury.  
1. Disconnect machine from power source.  
2. Decrease blade tension by rotating the blade  
tension handwheel (A, Fig. 17) according to the  
arrow direction in until the handwheel stops.  
3. Remove the table insert (B, Fig. 17).  
4. Remove the tapered pin (C, Fig. 17) by using  
the wrench attached with the pin together.  
5. Lower the upper blade guide assembly  
(H, fig. 18) by loosening the knob (F, Fig. 18)  
and rotating the handwheel (G, Fig. 18).  
6. Open upper and lower front doors (D, Fig. 17).  
7. Carefully remove the blade from between  
upper and lower blade guides; then remove the  
blade from the upper and lower wheels.  
8. Guide new blade through table slot (E, Fig. 17).  
Place blade in upper and lower blade guides.  
Note: Make sure blade teeth point down  
toward table (see inset, Fig. 17), and toward  
the front of the saw.  
Hint: If the teeth cannot be made to point  
down, try turning the blade inside out first, then  
reattempt.  
9. Position blade on the middle of the upper and  
lower wheels.  
Figure 17  
10. Replace the table insert (B, Fig. 17) and  
tapered pin (C, Fig. 17).  
Before operating the band saw, the new blade must  
be adjusted and blade guides re-adjusted. The  
required adjustments are contained in the sections  
listed below and which follow immediately:  
ˆ Blade Tension (page 16)  
ˆ Blade Tracking (page 16)  
ˆ Upper Bearing Adjustment (page 17)  
ˆ Lower Bearing Adjustment (page 18)  
Figure 18  
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Blade Tension  
Blade tension is set with the blade tension  
handwheel (A, Fig. 19) and is performed following  
blade replacement and periodically as the blade  
stretches from use.  
Disconnect machine from  
power source before making any adjustments.  
Referring to Figure 19:  
1. Set the blade tension by rotating the  
handwheel according to the arrow directions in  
Figure 19.  
2. The gauge (B) indicates the approximate  
tension according to the width of the blade in  
inches. Initially, set the blade tension to  
correspond to the width of your blade.  
The JWBS-18X and JWBS-18X-3 come with a  
3/4" blade so the tension should be set at 3/4"  
when using this blade.  
Note: The tension gauge can also be seen  
from the front of the saw through the wheel  
when the upper door is open.  
Figure 19  
As you become familiar with the saw, you may find  
it necessary to change the blade tension from the  
initial setting.  
through the window (E, Fig. 19). The blade  
should ride upon the center of the wheel  
(Figure 20).  
Keep in mind that too little or too much blade  
tension can cause blade breakage and/or poor  
cutting performance.  
2. If the blade tends to move toward the edge of  
the wheel, loosen the wing nut (D, Fig. 19) and  
slightly rotate the knob (C, Fig. 19). Rotating  
the knob clockwise will cause the blade to  
move toward the rear edge of the wheel.  
Rotating the knob counterclockwise will cause  
the blade to move toward the front edge of the  
wheel.  
Tip: When the band saw is not being used, slightly  
release the tension on the blade – this will prolong  
the blade’s life. Make a note of the specific tension  
setting for that particular blade, as shown on the  
gauge (B). The tension can then be re-set quickly  
when band saw operations are resumed.  
Note: This adjustment is sensitive; perform it in  
small increments and give the blade time to  
react to the changes as you continue to rotate  
the wheel.  
Blade Tracking  
Tracking refers to the position of the saw blade on  
the wheels while the machine is in operation.  
Tracking has been factory-adjusted. However, it  
should be checked occasionally, including after  
every blade change.  
3. When the blade is tracking properly in the  
center of the wheel, re-tighten the wing nut  
(D, Fig. 19).  
4. Close the upper front door.  
Disconnect machine from  
power source before making any adjustments.  
Important: The blade must be properly tensioned  
before adjusting blade tracking (see previous  
section). Make sure the blade guides and other  
parts of the machine will not interfere with the  
movement of the blade.  
To inspect and adjust tracking, proceed as follows:  
1. Open upper front door to expose the wheel.  
Rotate the wheel clockwise by hand and  
observe the position of the blade on the wheel  
Figure 20  
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Overview – Bearing Adjustments  
Thrust (back support) bearing are located behind  
the saw blade and provide support to the back of  
the blade when the saw is in operation.  
Guide bearings are located on either side of the  
saw blade and provide stability for the blade when  
the saw is in operation. These bearings rotate on  
an eccentric shaft so the distance from the blade  
can be adjusted for optimal performance.  
Upper Bearing Adjustments  
Unplug the machine from power  
source before making any adjustments! Blade  
teeth are sharp - use care when working near  
the saw blade. Failure to comply may cause  
serious injury.  
Note: Blade tension must be properly adjusted  
prior to bearing guide setup. Refer to the Adjusting  
Blade Tension section.  
To adjust the thrust bearing (while referring also to  
Figure 21):  
1. Loosen the thumb screw (E) and slide the  
bearing and bearing post until the space  
between the thrust bearing (H) and the back  
edge of the blade (G) is approximately 1/64”.  
A convenient way to achieve this spacing is by  
Figure 21  
placing  
a
dollar bill folded twice (four  
thicknesses) between the blade and support  
bearing – four thicknesses of a dollar bill is  
approximately 1/64”.  
To adjust the guide bearings (refer to Figure 22):  
2. Loosen the locking handle (L) and slide the  
assembly until the front of the guide bearings  
rest just behind the gullet of the blade teeth  
(see inset).  
3. Loosen two wing nuts (J1, J2). Rotate the  
adjustment handles (M) until the guide bearings  
(K) rest lightly against the blade (N). Do not  
force the guide bearings against the side of the  
blade.  
4. Tighten wing nuts (J1, J2 Fig. 22).  
Check to make sure the adjustments have not  
changed and the bearing guides do not pinch the  
blade.  
Figure 22  
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Lower Bearing Adjustments  
Unplug the machine from power  
source before making any adjustments! Blade  
teeth are sharp - use care when working near  
the saw blade. Failure to comply may cause  
serious injury.  
Note: Blade tension must be properly adjusted  
prior to bearing guide setup. Refer to the Adjusting  
Blade Tension section.  
Referring to Figure 23:  
1. Loosen the thumb screw (B).  
This will allow the thrust bearing (A) to move  
freely and prevent interference with the saw  
blade (C) during the following steps.  
Guide Gearings Adjustment  
2. Loosen the locking handle (D) then turn the  
adjustment screw (E) to adjust the assembly  
forward or backward until the front of the guide  
bearings (F) rest just behind the gullet of the  
blade teeth (C and inset).  
3. Tighten the locking handle (D).  
Thrust Bearing Adjustment  
4. With the thumb screw still loose (from Step 1),  
slide the thrust bearing and bearing post until  
the space between the bearing (A) and the  
back edge of the blade (C) is approximately  
1/64”.  
A convenient way to achieve this spacing is by  
placing  
a
dollar bill folded twice (four  
thicknesses) between the blade and support  
bearing – four thicknesses of a dollar bill is  
approximately 1/64”.  
Figure 23  
5. Tighten the thumb screw (B).  
4. Loosen the lock knob (G). Rotate the  
adjustment handles (H) until the guide bearings  
(F) rest lightly against the blade (C). Do not  
force the guide bearings against the side of the  
blade.  
5. Tighten the lock knob (G).  
Check to make sure the adjustments have not  
changed and the bearing guides do not pinch the  
blade.  
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Blade Lead  
Blade drift (also known as lead or fence drift) is a  
problem that may occur when the blade begins to  
wander off the cutting line even when the band saw  
fence is being used. Figure 24 shows an example  
of blade lead.  
Blade lead can be caused by a number of factors,  
and these should all be checked and corrected if  
necessary:  
ˆ Fence is not parallel to miter slot and  
blade.  
ˆ Blade is not tensioned correctly.  
ˆ Blade is dull.  
ˆ Teeth have too much “set” on one side of  
the blade.  
If replacement of the blade is not currently an  
option, the blade lead can be compensated for by  
skewing the fence. Proceed as follows:  
1. Cut a scrap piece of wood about the same  
length as the band saw table, and joint one  
edge along its length, or rip it on a table saw to  
give it a straight edge.  
2. Draw a line on the board parallel with the  
jointed, or straight edge of the board.  
Figure 24  
3. Move the band saw fence out of the way, and  
carefully make a freehand cut along your drawn  
line on the board. Stop about midway on the  
board, and shut off the band saw (allow the  
blade to come to a complete stop) but do not  
allow the board to move.  
4. Clamp the board to the table.  
5. Slide the band saw fence over against the  
board until it contacts the straight edge of the  
board at some point. Lock the fence down.  
6. Loosen the four hex cap screws at the top of  
the fence (see Figure 9) and shift the fence  
until it is parallel to the board along its length.  
7. Re-tighten the four hex cap screws.  
Note: Skewing the fence to correct blade lead is  
effective for that particular blade; when a new blade  
is installed, the fence will probably need re-  
adjustment.  
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Replacing the V-Belt  
Disconnect machine from  
power source before making any adjustments.  
1. Release blade tension as described in the  
Blade Tension section.  
2. Release belt tension by loosening the two hex  
cap screws (A, B, Fig. 25). The pivot bolt (B) is  
not visible.  
3. Raise the motor and place a block of wood  
under the motor to take the tension off the belt.  
4. Open the lower wheel door (C, Fig. 26) and  
remove the hex nut and washer (D, Fig. 26).  
Figure 25  
5. Remove the wheel (E, Fig. 27). If the lower  
wheel does not come off easily you may need  
to use a pulley puller to remove it.  
Note: If you are doing a pulley alignment only, skip  
Step 6.  
6. Remove the old belt (F, Fig. 27) and install the  
new belt.  
7. Since the wheel is still off, this is the most  
convenient time to check the wheel and motor  
pulley alignment. Jump to the Pulley Alignment  
procedure (following page) at this time. At the  
conclusion you will be redirected back here.  
8. Reinstall the lower wheel, hex nut and washer  
and tighten the hex nut.  
9. Remove the wood block or support from below  
the motor.  
Figure 26  
Important: Before operating the band saw, refer to  
the sections listed below and perform the required  
adjustments described in them.  
ˆ Installing/Changing Blades (page 15)  
ˆ Belt Tension (below)  
ˆ Blade Tension (page 16)  
ˆ Blade Tracking (page 16)  
ˆ Upper Bearing Adjustments (page 17)  
ˆ Lower Bearing Adjustments (page 18)  
Belt Tension  
The drive belt and pulleys are properly adjusted at  
the factory. However, belt tension should be  
occasionally checked. The belt will need to be re-  
tensioned after belt replacement.  
Disconnect machine from  
power source before making any adjustments.  
1. Release belt tension by loosening the two hex  
cap screws (A, B, Fig. 25). The pivot bolt (B) is  
not visible.  
Figure 27  
2. Set the belt tension by lightly pressing down on  
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the motor.  
The weight of the motor should put enough  
tension on the belt. You just want to push down  
lightly to take up any slack.  
3. Tighten the two hex cap screws (A , B).  
Note: A new belt may stretch slightly during the  
“breaking in” process, and the tension may  
occasionally need to be checked and adjusted.  
Pulley Alignment  
The pulley alignment is done in conjunction with the  
V-belt replacement.  
If you are just beginning the alignment, start with  
the Replacing the V-Belt section (previous page.  
If you were directed here, proceed as follows:  
1. Uses a straight edge placed against the wheel  
pulley and motor pulley and refer to Figure 28  
to determine if alignment is necessary.  
If alignment is necessary:  
2. With a 4mm hex wrench, loosen two set screws  
on the motor (lower) pulley.  
3. Adjust the motor pulley by sliding in or out.  
4. Confirm the alignment of the V-belt by placing a  
straight edge against the faces of both pulleys,  
(Figure 28). If the straight edge lies flush  
against both pulleys, then the pulleys and belt  
are aligned.  
5. Re-tighten the two set screws on the motor  
pulley.  
Figure 28  
6. Return to Step 8 of the Replacing V-Belt  
section on page 20.  
Electrical Connections  
All electrical connections must  
be done by a qualified electrician. Failure to  
comply may result in loss of property and/or  
serious injury.  
JWBS-18X is rated at 1.75 HP, 1Ph, 115/230V,  
prewired 115V.  
The band saw comes with a 115V plug (A, Fig. 29).  
If you switch to 230V a plug needs to be purchased  
for the band saw that matches the 230V outlet you  
intend to use.  
Confirm power at the site is the same as the saw  
before making any electrical connections. Review  
the wiring diagram on page 38.  
Figure 29  
Review Grounding Instructions on page 7.  
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Operation  
Ripping  
General Procedure  
Ripping is cutting lengthwise down the  
workpiece, and with the grain (of wood stock).  
See Figure 31.  
1. Make sure the blade and upper and lower  
bearings are properly adjusted for tension  
and tracking.  
2. Adjust blade guide assembly so that the  
guide bearings are just above the workpiece  
(about 3/16”) allowing minimum exposure to  
the blade. See Figure 30.  
3. If using the fence, move it into position and  
lock it to the guide rail. If you are using the  
miter gauge for a crosscut, the fence should  
be moved safely out of the way.  
4. Turn on the band saw and allow a few  
seconds for the machine to reach full speed.  
Whenever possible, use a  
push stick, hold-down, power feeder, jig, or  
similar device while feeding stock, to prevent  
your hands getting too close to the blade.  
Figure 31  
Crosscutting  
Crosscutting is cutting across the grain of the  
workpiece, while using the miter gauge to feed  
the workpiece into the blade.  
5. Place the straightest edge of the workpiece  
against the fence, and push the workpiece  
slowly into the blade. Do not force the  
workpiece into the blade.  
Slide the bar of the miter gauge into the end of  
the slot on the table.  
When cutting, do not  
overfeed the blade; overfeeding will reduce  
blade life, and may cause the blade to break.  
The right hand should hold the workpiece steady  
against the miter gauge, while the left hand  
pushes the miter gauge past the blade, as  
shown in Figure 32.  
6. When cutting long stock, the operator should  
use roller stands, support tables, or an  
assistant to help stabilize the workpiece.  
Do not use the fence in conjunction with the  
miter gauge. The offcut of the workpiece must  
not be constrained during or after the cutting  
process.  
Using  
the  
fence  
in  
conjunction with the miter gauge can cause  
binding and possible damage to the blade.  
Figure 30  
Figure 32  
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the tip of the tooth. Generally, wider blades are  
used for ripping or making straight cuts;  
narrower blades are often used when the part  
being cut has curves with small radii. When  
cutting straight lines with a narrow blade, the  
blade may have a tendency to wander, causing  
blade lead. (refer to the Blade Lead section in  
Adjustments).  
Resawing  
Resawing is the process of slicing stock to  
reduce its thickness, or to produce boards that  
are thinner than the original workpiece.  
Figure 33 demonstrates resawing.  
The ideal blade for resawing is the widest one  
the machine can handle, as the wider the blade  
the better it can hold a straight line.  
Pitch  
When resawing thin stock, use a push block,  
push stick, or similar device to keep your hands  
away from the blade.  
Pitch is measured in "teeth per inch" (TPI).  
Figure 34 shows blades with different pitches. A  
fine pitch (more teeth per inch) will cut slower  
but smoother. A coarse pitch (fewer teeth per  
inch) will cut rougher but faster. As a rule of  
thumb, the thicker the workpiece, the coarser  
will be the blade pitch. If you have to cut a hard  
or very brittle material, you will probably want to  
use a blade with a finer pitch in order to get  
good clean cuts.  
General rule: Use a blade that will have no  
fewer than 6 and no more than 12 teeth in the  
workpiece at any given time.  
Figure 33  
Saw Blade Selection  
Using the proper blade for the job will increase  
the operating efficiency of your band saw, help  
reduce necessary saw maintenance, and  
improve your productivity. Thus, it is important to  
follow certain guidelines when selecting a saw  
blade.  
Figure 34  
Here are factors to consider when selecting a  
blade:  
Shape  
ˆ The type of material you will be cutting.  
ˆ The thickness of the workpiece or part.  
Figure 35 shows common types of tooth shape.  
Tooth shape has an effect on cutting rate, and  
with few exceptions, the Skip and Hook types  
are used to obtain higher feed rates when  
cutting thick workpieces. Variable-tooth blades  
are also available, which combine features of  
the other styles.  
ˆ The features of the workpiece or part,  
such as bends or curves with small radii.  
These factors are important because they  
involve basic concepts of saw blade design.  
There are five (5) blade features that are  
normally changed to meet certain kinds of  
sawing requirements. They are:  
1. width  
2. pitch (number of teeth per inch),  
3. tooth form (or shape),  
4. the "set" of the teeth  
5. the blade material itself.  
Width  
Band saw blades come in different standard  
widths, measured from the back of the blade to  
Figure 35  
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2. Feeding work too fast  
Set  
The term "set" refers to the way in which the  
saw teeth are bent or positioned. Set patterns  
are usually selected depending on the type of  
material that needs to be cut. Three common set  
patterns are shown in Figure 36.  
3. Using a wide blade to cut a short radius  
curve  
4. Excessive tension  
5. Teeth are dull or improperly set  
Generally, the Raker set is used for cutting  
metal workpieces; the Wave set, when the  
thickness of the workpiece changes, such as  
cutting hollow tubing or structurals. The Straight  
set is most often preferred when cutting wood or  
plastics.  
6. Upper guides are set too high off the  
workpiece  
7. Faulty weld on blade  
Maintenance  
Before any intervention on  
the machine, disconnect it from the electrical  
supply by pulling out the plug. Failure to  
comply may cause serious injury.  
Keep bearing guides clean and free of build-up.  
Check that the cleaning brush over the band  
wheel is working properly, and remove any  
deposits from the band wheels to avoid vibration  
and blade breakage.  
Figure 36  
The table surface should be kept clean and free  
of rust for best results. Some users prefer a  
paste wax coating. Another option is talcum  
powder applied with a blackboard eraser rubbed  
in vigorously once a week; this will fill casting  
pores and form a moisture barrier. This method  
provides a table top that is slick and allows rust  
rings to be easily wiped from the surface.  
Important also is the fact that talcum powder will  
not stain wood or mar finishes as wax pickup  
does.  
Material  
Band saw blades can be made from different  
types of materials. Some of the most common  
include spring steel, carbon steel, carbon steel  
equipped with a high speed or welded edge (bi-  
metal), or carbide tips. A special type of saw  
blade is made from "high speed steel"; these  
should not be used on band saws with low rates  
of speed.  
Because of the importance of blade selection, it  
is recommended that you use the blade  
selection guide on page 25.  
Do not let saw dust build up in the upper and  
lower wheel housings. Vacuum out frequently.  
Connect the band saw to a JET dust collection  
system.  
When cutting, do not  
overfeed the blade; overfeeding will reduce  
blade life, and may cause the blade to break.  
Clean and grease the raising/lowering rack for  
the upper bearing guides if it becomes difficult to  
raise or lower.  
Blade Breakage  
Band saw blades are subject to high stresses  
and breakage may sometimes be unavoidable.  
However, many factors can be controlled to help  
prevent most blade breakage. Here are some  
common causes for breakage:  
Clean and oil the tensioning mechanism if it  
becomes difficult to adjust.  
Vacuum out the motor fan cover.  
1. Misalignment of the blade guides  
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Blade Selection Guide  
Identify the material and thickness of your workpiece. The chart will show the recommended PITCH,  
blade TYPE, and FEED RATE.  
Key:  
H – Hook  
S – Skip  
R – Regular  
L – Low  
M – Medium  
H – High  
Example: 10/H/M means 10 teeth per inch / Hook Type Blade / Medium Feed  
Study the part drawing or prototype, or actually  
measure the smallest cutting radius required,  
and locate this radius (in inches) on the chart at  
the right. Follow the curve to where the  
approximate blade width is specified. If a radius  
falls between two of the curves, select the  
widest blade that will saw this radius.  
This procedure should be used for making initial  
blade selections. These recommendations can,  
of course, be adjusted to meet specific  
requirements of a cutting job. Compromises may  
be necessary if you cannot find all needed  
specifications in a single blade.  
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Troubleshooting  
Trouble  
Probable Cause  
Remedy  
Saw unplugged  
Check plug connections  
Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker  
Replace cord  
Saw stops or will not  
start  
Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped  
Cord damaged  
Check blade with square and adjust  
stop  
Stop not adjusted correctly  
Does not make  
accurate 45o or 90o  
cuts  
Check blade with square and adjust  
pointer  
Angle pointer not set accurately  
Miter gauge out of adjustment  
Fence not aligned with blade  
Warped wood  
Adjust miter gauge  
Check and adjust fence  
Select another piece of wood  
Reduce feed rate  
Excessive feed rate  
Blade wanders during  
cut  
Incorrect blade for cut  
Change blade to correct type  
Set blade tension according to blade  
size  
Blade tension not set properly  
Guide bearings not set properly  
Dull blade  
Review guide bearing adjustment.  
Replace blade  
Blade mounted wrong  
Gum or pitch on blade  
Incorrect blade for cut  
Gum or pitch on table  
Teeth should point down  
Remove blade and clean  
Change blade to correct type  
Clean table  
Saw makes  
unsatisfactory cuts  
Replace with adequate size and  
length cord  
Extension cord too light or too long  
Blade does not come  
up to speed  
Low shop voltage  
Base on uneven floor  
Bad v-belt  
Contact your local electric company  
Reposition on flat, level surface  
Replace v-belt  
Saw vibrates  
excessively  
Motor mount is loose  
Loose hardware  
Tighten motor mount hardware  
Tighten hardware  
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Optional Accessories: Band Saw Blades  
Stock No. Material  
Length  
Width  
Thickness  
Type  
TPI  
710030 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1/4”...........0.025”.......... Skip................ 6  
710031 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........3/8”...........0.025”.......... Skip................ 4  
710032 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1/2”...........0.025”.......... Hook .............. 3  
710033 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........3/4”...........0.032”.......... Hook .............. 3  
710034 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1”..............0.035”.......... Hook .............. 2  
710035 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1.25”.........0.035”.......... Hook ........... 1.3  
710036 ...... Carbon Steel ..........137”........1/4”...........0.025”.......... Hook .............. 6  
710037 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1/4”...........0.025”.......... Raker ........... 14  
710038 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........3/8”...........0.025”.......... Hook .............. 4  
710039 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........3/8”...........0.025”.......... Raker ........... 14  
710040 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1/2”...........0.025”.......... Hook .............. 3  
710041 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1/2”...........0.025”.......... Hook .............. 6  
710042 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........3/4”...........0.032”.......... Hook .............. 3  
710043 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........3/4”...........0.032”.......... Raker ........... 10  
710044 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1”..............0.035”.......... Hook .............. 6  
710045 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1”..............0.035”.......... Hook ............ 10  
710046 ...... Carbon Steel...........137”........1.25”.........0.035”.......... Hook ........... 1.3  
710047 ...... Silicon Steel............137”........3/16”.........0.025”.......... Raker ........... 10  
710048 ...... Silicon Steel............137”........3/8”...........0.025”.......... Hook .............. 6  
710049 ...... Silicon Steel............137”........3/8”...........0.025”.......... Raker ........... 10  
710050 ...... Silicon Steel............137”........3/8”...........0.025”.......... Raker ........... 14  
710051 ...... Silicon Steel............137”........1/2”...........0.025”.......... Hook .............. 4  
710052 ...... Silicon Steel............137”........1/2”...........0.025”.......... Hook .............. 6  
710053 ...... Silicon Steel............137”........3/4”...........0.032”.......... Hook .............. 3  
710054 ...... Silicon Steel............137”........3/4”...........0.032”.......... Raker ........... 10  
Replacement Parts  
Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call  
1-800-274-6848 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (CST), Monday through Friday. Having the Model  
Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and  
accurately.  
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Parts List: Upper Wheel Assembly  
Index No. Part No.  
Description  
Size  
Qty  
1 ..........JWBS18DX-101................ Saw Body.........................................................1.75HP......................1  
............JWBS18DX-101A.............. Saw Body.........................................................3HP...........................1  
2 ..........TS-0152011 ...................... Carriage Bolt....................................................5/16-18 x 1................6  
3 ..........JWBS18DX-103................ Upper Wheel Bracket (Right Side) .................. ..................................1  
4 ..........TS-0680031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................5/16...........................6  
5 ..........TS-0720081 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................5/16...........................6  
6 ..........TS-0561021 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................5/16-18......................6  
7 ..........JWBS18-107..................... Switch ..............................................................1.75HP......................1  
............JWBS18DX-107A.............. Magnetic Switch...............................................3HP...........................1  
8 ..........TS-1490151 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................M8 x 80.....................1  
9 ..........TS-0680021 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................1/4.............................4  
10 ........JWBS18DX-110................ Sliding Bracket................................................. ..................................1  
11 ........JWBS18DX-111................ Blade Tension Indicator (Outside)................... ..................................1  
12 ........JWBS18DX-112................ Blade Tension Indicator (Inside)...................... ..................................1  
13 ........JWBS18DX-113................ Shaft Bracket ................................................... ..................................1  
14 ........TS-1540061 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................M8.............................1  
15 ........JWBS18-115..................... Spring .............................................................. ..................................1  
16 ........JWBS18-116..................... Square Nut....................................................... ..................................1  
17 ........JWBS18DX-117................ Pointer ............................................................. ..................................1  
18 ........JWBS18-118..................... Screw...............................................................M5 x 8 .......................1  
21 ........JWBS18DX-121................ Bracket............................................................. ..................................1  
22 ........TS-0050021 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................1/4-20 x 5/8...............4  
23 ........JWBS18DX-123................ Blade Adjusting Screw..................................... ..................................1  
24 ........JWBS18-124..................... E-Ring..............................................................E-9 ............................1  
25 ........JWBS18-125..................... Hand Wheel..................................................... ..................................1  
26 ........TS-0267041 ...................... Set Screw ........................................................1/4-20 x 3/8...............2  
27 ........TS-0209021 ...................... Socket Head Cap Screw .................................3/8-16 x 5/8...............1  
28 ........TS-0720091 ...................... Lock Washer ...................................................3/8.............................1  
29 ........JWBS18-129..................... Upper Wheel Shaft .......................................... ..................................1  
30 ........BB-6203ZZ........................ Ball Bearing ..................................................... ..................................2  
31 ........JWBS18-131..................... Retaining Ring .................................................R40 ...........................2  
32 ........JWBS18-132..................... Upper Wheel.................................................... ..................................1  
33 ........JWBS18DX-133................ Tire................................................................... ..................................1  
34 ........JWBS18-134..................... Flat Washer ..................................................... ..................................1  
35 ........JWBS18-135..................... Hex Nut............................................................5/8-18UNF L.H..........1  
36 ........ .......................................... Blade (See Accessories) .................................137”...........................1  
37 ........TS-0590061 ...................... Wing Nut..........................................................5/16...........................1  
38 ........JWBS18-138..................... Lock Knob........................................................5/16...........................1  
39 ........JWBS18DX-139................ Upper Front Door............................................. ..................................1  
40 ........JWBS18-140..................... JET Nameplate................................................ ..................................1  
41 ........JWBS18-141..................... Warning Label.................................................. ..................................1  
42 ........JWBS18-142..................... Bolt................................................................... ..................................1  
43 ........TS-0561011 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................1/4-20........................1  
44 ........TS-081C052...................... Screw...............................................................#10-24 x 3/4..............2  
45 ........JWBS18-39A..................... Door Hinge Pin ................................................ ..................................2  
46 ........JWBS18DX-146................ Upper Wheel Bracket (Left Side)..................... ..................................1  
47 ........JWBS18DX-147................ Tracking Window............................................. ..................................1  
48 ........TS-081C032...................... Screw...............................................................#10-24x1/2................2  
49 ........TS-1550031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................M5.............................2  
50 ........TS-2361051 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................M5.............................2  
51 ........TS-0560071 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................#10-24.......................2  
52 ........JWBS20-544..................... Switch Plate (Only for 3HP model).................. ..................................1  
53 ........JWBS18DX-153................ Scale Bracket................................................... ..................................1  
54 ........JWBS18DX-154................ Screw...............................................................#10-24x3/8................2  
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Parts List: Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly  
Index No. Part No.  
Description  
Size  
Qty  
1 ..........JWBS18-201..................... Bearing Base ................................................... ..................................1  
2 ..........JWBS20-62....................... Adjusting Bolt................................................... ..................................4  
3 ..........TS-0720091 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................3/8.............................4  
4 ..........TS-0060081 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................3/8-16 x 1-3/4............4  
5 ..........BB-6204ZZ........................ Ball Bearing ..................................................... ..................................2  
6 ..........JWBS18-206..................... Spindle............................................................. ..................................1  
7 ..........JWBS18-207..................... Key...................................................................7 x 7 x 40 ..................1  
8 ..........JWBS18-208..................... Spindle Pulley.................................................. ..................................1  
9 ..........VB-B42.............................. V-Belt...............................................................B-42 ..........................1  
10 ........JWBS18-210..................... Lower Wheel.................................................... ..................................1  
11 ........JWBS18DX-133................ Tire................................................................... ..................................1  
12 ........TS-0680081 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................5/8.............................1  
13 ........JWBS18-135..................... Hex Nut............................................................5/8-18UNF L.H..........1  
14 ........JWBS18-214..................... Hex Nut............................................................5/8-18UNF R.H.........1  
15 ........JWBS18-215..................... Bearing Cover.................................................. ..................................1  
16 ........TS-0720051 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................#10............................3  
17 ........TS-081C022...................... Screw...............................................................#10-24 x 3/8..............3  
18 ........JWBS18DX-218................ Motor 1.75HP, 1Ph, 115/230V (prewired 115V).................................1  
............JWBS18DX-218A.............. Motor 3HP, 1Ph, 230V..................................... ..................................1  
............JWBS18X-MFC................. Motor Fan Cover (not shown).......................... ..................................1  
19 ........JWBS18-219..................... Motor Bracket .................................................. ..................................1  
20 ........TS-0081031 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................5/16-18 x 3/4 ............4  
21 ........TS-0680031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................5/16...........................4  
22 ........TS-0060051 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................3/8-16 x 1..................2  
23 ........TS-0720091 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................3/8.............................2  
24 ........TS-0680041 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................3/8.............................2  
25 ........JWBS18-225..................... Motor Pulley..................................................... ..................................1  
26 ........TS-0267041 ...................... Set Screw ........................................................1/4-20 x 3/8...............2  
27 ........JWBS18DX-227................ Lower Front Door............................................. ..................................1  
28 ........JWBS18-142..................... Bolt................................................................... ..................................1  
29 ........TS-0561011 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................1/4-20........................1  
30 ........JWBS20-2......................... Lock Knob........................................................ ..................................1  
31 ........TS-081F052 ...................... Screw...............................................................1/4-20 x 3/4...............1  
32 ........JWBS20-8W...................... Dust Chute....................................................... ..................................1  
33 ........TS-0680031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................5/16...........................2  
34 ........TS-0051051 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................5/16-18 x 1................2  
35 ........JWBS18-235..................... Plate................................................................. ..................................1  
36 ........TS-081C032...................... Screw...............................................................#10-24 x 1/2..............2  
37 ........JWBS18-237..................... Strain Relief Bushing....................................... ..................................2  
38 ........TS-081C082...................... Screw...............................................................#10-24 x 1-1/2...........2  
39 ........TS-1550031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................M5.............................2  
40 ........JWBS18-240..................... Brush ............................................................... ..................................1  
41 ........TS-2361051 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................M5.............................2  
42 ........TS-0560071 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................#10-24.......................2  
43 ........JWBS18-243..................... Motor Cord.......................................................1.75HP......................1  
............JWBS18DX-243A.............. Motor Cord.......................................................3HP...........................1  
44 ........JWBS18-244..................... Power Cord......................................................1.75HP......................1  
............JWBS18DX-244A.............. Power Cord......................................................3HP...........................1  
45 ........BB-6205ZZ........................ Ball Bearing .....................................................6205ZZ......................1  
46 ........JWBS18DX-246................ I.D. Label .........................................................1.75HP......................1  
............JWBS18DX-246A.............. I.D. Label .........................................................3HP...........................1  
48 ........JWBS18-39A..................... Door Hinge Pin ................................................ ..................................2  
49 ........JWBS18DX-249................ Bracket............................................................. ..................................1  
50 ........JWBS18DX-250................ Shelf................................................................. ..................................1  
51 ........TS-081C032...................... Screw...............................................................#10-24x1/2................2  
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52 ........TS-1550031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................M5.............................2  
53 ........TS-0560071 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................#10-24.......................2  
54 ........JWBS18DX-254................ Plastic Washer.................................................5/16...........................1  
Lower Wheel and Motor Assembly  
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Parts List: Blade Guide Assembly  
Index No. Part No.  
Description  
Size  
Qty  
1 ..........TS-0051051 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................5/16-18 x 1................4  
2 ..........TS-0720081 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................5/16...........................4  
3 ..........TS-0680031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................5/16...........................8  
4 ..........JWBS18DX-304................ Guide Bar Bracket ........................................... ..................................1  
5 ..........JWBS18-305..................... Worm ............................................................... ..................................1  
6 ..........JWBS18-306..................... E-Ring..............................................................E-8 ............................2  
7 ..........JWBS18-307..................... Gear Base........................................................ ..................................1  
8 ..........JWBS18-308..................... Bushing............................................................ ..................................1  
9 ..........JWBS18-309..................... C-Ring..............................................................S-12 ..........................2  
10 ........JWBS18-310..................... Shaft ................................................................ ..................................1  
11 ........JWBS18-311..................... Gear................................................................. ..................................1  
12 ........TS-0208071 ...................... Socket Head Cap Screw ................................5/16-18 x 1-1/4..........2  
13 ........JWBS18-313..................... Lock Knob........................................................5/16...........................1  
14 ........JWBS18DX-314................ Plate................................................................. ..................................1  
15 ........TS-0255021 ...................... Button Head Socket Screw..............................5/16-18 x 1/2.............4  
16 ........JWBS18DX-316................ Guide Bar......................................................... ..................................1  
17 ........JWBS18DX-317................ Pointer ............................................................. ..................................1  
18 ........TS-0720071 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................1/4.............................3  
19 ........TS-0050011 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................1/4-20 x 1/2...............1  
20 ........JWBS18-320N .................. Guide Bracket.................................................. ..................................1  
21 ........TS-0207021 ...................... Socket Head Cap Screw .................................1/4-20 x 1/2...............4  
22 ........JWBS18X-322................... Blade Guard..................................................... ..................................1  
23 ........TS-0720111 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................1/2.............................1  
24 ........TS-0561051 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................1/2.............................1  
25 ........JWBS18DX-325................ Locking Shaft................................................... ..................................1  
26 ........JWBS20-326..................... C-Ring.............................................................. ................................10  
27 ........BB-6202ZZ........................ Ball Bearing ..................................................... ................................10  
28 ........JWBS20-328..................... Spacer ............................................................. ..................................4  
29 ........JWBS20-329..................... Shaft ................................................................ ..................................2  
30 ........TS-0270031 ...................... Set Screw ........................................................5/16-18 x 3/8.............2  
31 ........JWBS20-2......................... Lock Knob........................................................ ..................................1  
32 ........TS-081F052 ...................... Screw...............................................................1/4-20 x 3/4...............1  
33 ........JWBS18-333..................... Hand Wheel..................................................... ..................................1  
34 ........TS-0267041 ...................... Set Screw ........................................................1/4-20 x 3/8...............1  
35 ........JWBS20-103A................... Handle ............................................................. ..................................1  
36 ........JWBS18DX-336................ Cutting Height Scale........................................ ..................................1  
37 ........JWBS18DX-337................ Bracket............................................................. ..................................1  
38 ........JWBS18DX-338................ Base................................................................. ..................................1  
39 ........JWBS20-339..................... Threaded Lock Bushing................................... ..................................1  
40 ........JWBS20-340..................... Bolt................................................................... ..................................1  
41 ........JWBS18DX-341................ Lock Knob........................................................ ..................................1  
42 ........JWBS20-342..................... Screw............................................................... ..................................2  
44 ........TS-0207041 ...................... Socket Head Cap Screw .................................1/4-20 x 3/4...............2  
45 ........TS-0680021 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................1/4.............................2  
46 ........JWBS20-360..................... Bracket............................................................. ..................................1  
47 ........JWBS20-324..................... Wing Screw...................................................... ..................................2  
48 ........TS-1521011 ...................... Set Screw .......................................................M4 x 4 .......................8  
49 ........JWBS20-349..................... Knob ................................................................ ..................................2  
50 ........TS-0207031 ...................... Socket Head Cap Screw .................................1/4-20 x 5/8...............2  
51 ........TS-0207021 ...................... Socket Head Cap Screw .................................1/4-20 x 1/2...............2  
52 ........JWBS20-352..................... Bracket............................................................. ..................................1  
53 ........JWBS20-353..................... Thumb Screw ..................................................1/4-20 x 1/2...............2  
54 ........JWBS20-354..................... Bearing Support............................................... ..................................2  
55 ........JWBS20-355..................... Lock Bushing ................................................... ..................................1  
56 ........TS-0206021 ...................... Socket Head Cap Screw .................................#10-24x1/2................2  
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Parts List: Blade Guide Assembly  
Index No. Part No.  
Description  
Size  
Qty  
57 ........JWBS18DX-357................ Bearing Bracket ............................................... ..................................1  
58 ........6295293 ............................ Locking Handle................................................ ..................................1  
59 ........JWBS18DX-359................ Locking Handle................................................ ..................................1  
60 ........JWBS18DX-360................ Shaft ................................................................ ..................................1  
61 ........JWBS18DX-361................ Adjusting Screw............................................... ..................................1  
62 ........JWBS18DX-362................ Adjusting Bracket............................................. ..................................1  
63 ........JWBS18DX-363................ Nut ................................................................... ..................................1  
64 ........TS-0267021 ...................... Set Screw ........................................................1/4-20x1/4.................1  
65 ........JWBS18DX-365................ Set Screw, Special........................................... ..................................1  
66 ........JWBS18DX-366................ Adjustment Handle .......................................... ..................................2  
67 ........TS-0680031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................5/16...........................1  
68 ........JWBS20-329A................... Lower Shaft...................................................... ..................................2  
69 ........TS-0561011 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................1/4-20........................1  
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Parts List: Table and Fence Assembly  
Index No. Part No.  
Description  
Size  
Qty  
1 ..........JWBS18-401..................... Lock Handle..................................................... ..................................1  
2 ..........TS-0680021 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................1/4...........................11  
3 ..........JWBS18-403..................... Miter Gauge Body............................................ ..................................1  
4 ..........JWBS20-156..................... Guide Disc ....................................................... ..................................1  
5 ..........JWBS18-405..................... Screw...............................................................M6 x 8 .......................1  
6 ..........JWBS18-406..................... Pointer ............................................................. ..................................1  
7 ..........JWBS18-407..................... Guide Bar......................................................... ..................................1  
8 ..........JWBS18DX-408................ Trunnion Support Bracket................................ ..................................1  
9 ..........TS-0051071 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................5/16-18 x 1-1/2..........4  
10 ........TS-0720081 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................5/16...........................8  
11 ........TS-0270061 ...................... Set Screw ........................................................5/16-18 x 5/8.............2  
12 ........TS-0060111 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................3/8-16x 2-1/2.............1  
13 ........TS-0561031 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................3/8-16........................1  
14 ........TS-0720091 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................3/8.............................1  
15 ........JWBS18-415..................... Lock Knob........................................................ ..................................2  
16 ........JWBS18X-416................... Trunnion........................................................... ..................................2  
17 ........JWBS18-417..................... Trunnion Clamp Shoe...................................... ..................................2  
18 ........TS-1491081 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................M10 x 50...................1  
19 ........TS-1503041 ...................... Socket Head Cap Screw .................................M6 x 16.....................6  
20 ........JWBS18-420..................... Scale................................................................ ..................................1  
21 ........JWBS18-421..................... Table................................................................ ..................................1  
22 ........JWBS18-422W.................. Front Rail ......................................................... ..................................1  
23 ........TS-0050021 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................1/4-20 x 5/8...............9  
24 ........TS-0720071 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................1/4...........................10  
25 ........JWBS18-425..................... Scale................................................................ ..................................1  
26 ........JWBS18-426W.................. Guide Rail........................................................ ..................................1  
27 ........JWBS18-427W.................. Rear Rail.......................................................... ..................................1  
28 ........JWBS20-144..................... Table Insert...................................................... ..................................1  
29 ........JWBS20-145..................... Roll Pin ............................................................3 x 10 ........................1  
30 ........JWBS18-430..................... Fence Body...................................................... ..................................1  
31 ........JWBS18-431..................... Knob ................................................................ ..................................1  
32 ........JWBS18-432..................... Lock Handle..................................................... ..................................1  
33 ........JWBS18-433W.................. Lock Plate........................................................ ..................................1  
34 ........JWBS18-434..................... Pad .................................................................. ..................................5  
35 ........JWBS18-435..................... Pin.................................................................... ..................................1  
36 ........JWBS18-436..................... Pin.................................................................... ..................................1  
37 ........JWBS18-437..................... Fence............................................................... ..................................1  
38 ........TS-0081031 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................5/16-18 x 3/4.............4  
39 ........TS-0680031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................5/16...........................4  
40 ........TS-0810012 ...................... Screw...............................................................#10-24 x 1/4..............2  
41 ........TS-0733031 ...................... External Tooth Lock Washer ...........................#10............................1  
42 ........JWBS18-442..................... Pointer ............................................................. ..................................1  
43 ........TS-0561011 ...................... Hex Nut............................................................1/4-20........................2  
44 ........JWBS18-444..................... Sliding Pad....................................................... ..................................1  
45 ........JWBS18-445..................... Rear Hook........................................................ ..................................1  
46 ........JWBS18-446..................... Pointer ............................................................. ..................................1  
47 ........JWBS18-447..................... Screw...............................................................M5 x 8 .......................1  
48 ........JWBS18DX-448................ Table Pin.......................................................... ..................................1  
49 ........JWBS18-449..................... Resaw Post...................................................... ..................................1  
50 ........JWBS18-450..................... Lock Knob........................................................ ..................................1  
51 ........JWBS18-451..................... JET Fence Label.............................................. ..................................1  
52 ........TS-2210651 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................M10 x 65...................1  
53 ........TS-1551041 ...................... Lock Washer....................................................M6.............................6  
54 ........TS-1550041 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................M6.............................6  
55 ........JWBS18DX-455................ Lower Blade Guard.......................................... ..................................1  
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Parts List: Table and Fence Assembly  
Index No. Part No.  
Description  
Size  
Qty  
57 ........TS-0051091 ...................... Hex Cap Screw................................................5/16”-18x2” ...............2  
58 ........40-0260............................. Wrench ............................................................ ..................................1  
59 ........JWBS18DX-459................ C-Ring..............................................................S-10 ..........................1  
60 ........JWBS18DX-460................ Link Chain........................................................ ..................................1  
61 ........TS-0680031 ...................... Flat Washer .....................................................5/16”..........................2  
62 ........2013-285........................... End Cover........................................................ ..................................2  
............JWBS18-MGCP ................ Miter Gauge Assembly .................................... ..................................1  
............JWBS18-FCP.................... Fence Assembly .............................................. ..................................1  
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Table and Fence Assembly  
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Electrical Connections  
1.75HP, 1 Phase  
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3HP, 1 Phase  
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