SECTION 6: OPERATIONS
Keep loose clothing rolled up and out of the way of machinery and keep hair pulled back.
Disconnect power to the machine when perform- ing any maintenance or assembly. Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury.
Wear safety glasses dur- ing the entire operation process. Failure to com- ply may result in serious personal injury.
Using this machine pro- duces sawdust which may cause allergic reactions and respiratory problems. Use an approved dust mask to protect yourself from these hazards!
NOTICE
The following section was designed to give instructions on the basic operations of this bandsaw. However, it is in no way compre- hensive of every bandsaw application. There are many different jigs that can be built to increase safety, accuracy, and types of cuts. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you read books, trade magazines, or get for- mal training to maximize the potential of your machine.
Blade Selections
Selecting the right blade requires a combination of the various blade characteristics mentioned below, the type of material you plan to cut, and the type of cut you are going to perform.
Blade Length
Measured by the circumference, blade lengths are usually unique to the model of your bandsaw and the wheel diameter. The Model G3619/3620 is designed for blades that are 175" long. The Model G9963/G9966 requires blades that are 2063⁄4" long.
Blade Width
Measured from the the back of the blade to the tip of the blade tooth (the widest point), blade width is often the first consideration given to blade selection.
A narrow blade can cut tight curves (a small radius) but is not very good at cutting straight lines, because they naturally wander (blade lead). However, larger blades are much better at cutting straight lines and this makes them a nat- ural choice for resawing applications
The 24" & 27" Resaw Bandsaws function best with blades that are 2" or 3" wide. Refer to the current Grizzly catalog for prices and ordering information. Always pick the size of blade that best suits your application.
Tooth Style
When selecting blades, another option to consid- er is the shape, gullet size and angle of the
24" & 27" Resaw Bandsaws