Elu EBS 3401 Bandsaw

[Robbiechatts]

Good morning all, and thanks to all who advised me on my Kity machine.

I am with my begging bowl again....I have bought an Elu bandsaw 3401 it works, but has no manual....but I have worked with bandsaws so I think I am okay. I have had to strip the table section out as the blade guides were stiff and two guides were missing.
What I am troubled about is the speed it is running at. It is a 750-watt motor that is slow....I am not sure if it is a two-speed machine, I can see there is an option to move the motor, and there is a second pully that I could move the drive belt over..but I would like to know from YOU experts out there before I do it...

Thank...Rob

 

[Steve Maskery]

I had one of those years ago. Maybe over 30 years ago. Smashing little machines. My bro still has mine and it is as good as the day I bought it.
If yours has two different pulleys on the lower wheel, that is what they are for - different speeds. The smaller pulley will give the greater speed.

 

[Lons]

Hi Rob

From memory, ( we sold Elu and DeWalt many years ago ) and though I might be mistaken this bandsaw was identical to the DeWalt 3401.

I used to have the variable speed DeWalt 3501 version and still have the manual which covers both the 2 speed and variable speed on a pdf. If you think it might help just pm me with your email address and I'll get it to you pronto.

Bob

 

[Robbiechatts]

Hi Lons....your a star

 

[Lons]

I'll send it tonight Rob but would suggest you edit your post and remove your email address. Never a good idea to put it on an open forum

 

[Wisewoody]

Hi Rob

From memory, ( we sold Elu and DeWalt many years ago ) and though I might be mistaken this bandsaw was identical to the DeWalt 3401.

I used to have the variable speed DeWalt 3501 version and still have the manual which covers both the 2 speed and variable speed on a pdf. If you think it might help just pm me with your email address and I'll get it to you pronto.

Bob

May I ask you for a copy too? I've recently purchased one...

 

[Lons]

PM sent wisewoody

 

[Tanglefoot20]

Hello there .... I bought one of those last year..... agree with comments . It’s a great Machine. And yes it is two speed....I even found somewhere to buy replacement inserts where the blade runs through table....
Keep it clean and you should have no problems.,,,

 

[Alpopone]

Hi Rob

From memory, ( we sold Elu and DeWalt many years ago ) and though I might be mistaken this bandsaw was identical to the DeWalt 3401.

I used to have the variable speed DeWalt 3501 version and still have the manual which covers both the 2 speed and variable speed on a pdf. If you think it might help just pm me with your email address and I'll get it to you pronto.

Bob

Hi Bob, would you be able to send me a copy of the DeWalt bandsaw manual please if you still have it. My email address is [email protected]
Many thanks
Andy

 

[Robbo3]

Bob kindly sent me a copy.
Common fault is the tensioning bolt threads stripping,

 

[Alpopone]

Bob kindly sent me a copy.
Common fault is the tensioning bolt threads stripping,

Thanks very much Robbo3. That's exactly what's happened to mine. I've ordered a new bolt and knob so should b here next week.
Andy.

 

[Robbo3]

I've ordered a new bolt and knob so should b here next week.
Andy.

Can you post a link please in case any one else needs them?

 

[Alpopone]

I got the parts from mtmc. Co. UK.

 

[Robbo3]

Is this correct?
https://www.mtmc.co.uk
Miles Tool & Machinery Centre
Unit 18 Oxford Road
Pen Mill Trading Estate
Yeovil
BA21 5HR
Tel : 01935 421281

 

[Alpopone]

Yes that's the right place. They have most parts available if not then they will order them in from their supplier.

 

[Alpopone]

Parts for my bandsaw arrived today from Miles Tool And Machinery Centre. Excellent quality, all fitted and the bandsaw is working perfectly again.