Johnson Bandsaw

Johnson Bandsaw

Owner/Loaner	PS:One
Serial Number	J14445
Make/Model	Johnson Model J (JD)
Arrival Date	1/13/14
Usability	yes
Contact	Dean Anderson
Authorization Needed	yes
Hackable	no
Estimated Value	700
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This tool requires certification for use.

Johnson products are now supported by Dake. http://www.dakecorp.com/ Replacement parts for this saw are generally available.

Specifications

Capacity	10" rounds, 18" flats
Blade Size	137" x 3/4"
Blade Speed	35, 90, 130, 190 FPM
Power	240V, 3 phase
Weight	683 pounds
Mfg. Date	1964

To-Do

Grease pivot bar

Replace blade. New blade is on order.

Add coolant pan and pump.

Add blade brush.

Measure FPM for new step pulley.

Maintenance

Description	Frequency	Lubricant	Instructions	History
Hydraulic cylinder	Maintain level at top of oil cup.
Gear Box	yearly	80W-90 gear oil	Drain and fill with 3 ounces of oil. Requires removing gearbox. See below.	2/14 8 oz 85W90
Pivot bar	monthly	General purpose grease	2 Zert fittings. Use grease gun.

Gearbox oil change. Loosen 2 screws on the left edge of right top cover. Remove top 2 screws on the right side. Loosen bottom 2 screws on the right side cover. Slide top cover towards the center of the saw. Pivot the right cover down. Remove drive belt. Remove gearbox step pulley. Remove 3 bolts holding the gearbox. These are near the ring gear teeth. Remove the gearbox out the top of the saw between the two transverse brackets (long shaft comes out last). Drain/fill bolt is on the side opposite the pinion gear. Consider replacing the gaskets on the gearbox.

Equipment

Item	Description	Supplier	Cost
	Bimetal Bandsaw Blade, 137"L, 3/4"W

List of Currently Certified Users

Qualified Member	Trained By
Dean Anderson