Grizzly G3619 Ripping Stacked Cuts, To perform ripping operations, To complete a stacked cut

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Ripping

 

Stacked Cuts

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ripping is the process of cutting a wide board into two or more thinner boards. See Figure 19. The maximum board width that can be ripped is limit- ed by the maximum throat dimension of the band- saw.

For ripping, a wider blade is better. In most rip- ping applications, a standard raker tooth style will be sufficient. Also, since most ripped lumber will be jointed smooth, you can choose blades with fewer teeth-per-inch.

To perform ripping operations:

1.The bandsaw must be adjusted correctly. See “Blade Tension/Tracking” instructions and “Fence Adjustment” instructions.

2.Adjust the blade guard so it is just above the workpiece with a minimum amount of blade exposed. Read instructions on “Blade Lead” before making a cut.

3.Use a fence to guide the work. Set the dis- tance between the fence and the blade to the desired width.

4.Support the ends of the board if necessary.

5.Feed the work slowly and evenly with the straightest edge against the fence.

Figure 19. Typical ripping operation.

One of the benefits of a bandsaw is its ability to cut multiple copies of a particular shape by stack- ing a number of workpieces together.

Before making stacked cuts, it is essential to ensure that both the table and the blade are prop- erly adjusted to 90°. Otherwise, any error will be compounded with each piece from the top to the bottom of the stack.

To complete a stacked cut:

1.Align your pieces from top to bottom to ensure that each piece has adequate scrap to provide a clean, unhampered cut.

2.Secure all the pieces together using brad nails through the waste portion or using beads of hot glue across the outside edges.

3.Lay out the shape you intend to cut on the face of the top piece.

4.Adjust the blade guard so it is just above the workpiece with a minimum amount of the blade exposed. One inch is ideal.

5.Make relief cuts perpendicular to the outline of your intended shape in areas where changes in blade direction could strain the blade.

6.Cut the stack of pieces as though you were cutting a single piece. Follow the layout line with the blade kerf on the waste side of your line.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Models G3619/G3620/G9963/G9966 Resaw BandsawsPage Table Of Contents Safety Instructions For Power Tools SafetyLength AMP Rating Additional Safety Instructions For Bandsaws Model G3619 Model G9963 Circuit RequirementsModel G3620/G9966 440V Operation Typical plug configuration for Three-phase operationGrounding Extension Cords Commentary General InformationUnpacking Piece Inventory Site Considerations Clean UpBeginning AssemblyTo install the dust port Fence Dust PortTo mount the fence Identification AdjustmentsG3619/G3620 Blade Guides Guide PostBlade Guides G9963/G9966 Blade GuidesTo track the blade G3619/G3620 TrackingG9963/G9966 Tracking To center track your bladeTo adjust the support bearings behind the blade Support BearingsTo center the support bearings laterally Guide Blocks Blade Guard Table Stop To center the blade guardMake sure the bandsaw is unplugged Table Tilt To tilt the table Disconnect power to the bandsawTo adjust the tension Test RunBlade Tension To adjust the fence so it is parallel with the blade Fence Adjustment Blade LeadBlade Width OperationsBlade Selections Blade LengthTooth Pitch Blade CareBlade Breakage Blade Changes Ripping Stacked Cuts To perform ripping operationsTo complete a stacked cut Resawing To resaw lumber, follow the procedure belowLubrication MaintenanceBelts MiscellaneousPage Page 24 & 27 Resaw Bandsaws 24 & 27 Resaw Bandsaws Closure Machine Data Sheet G3619/G3620 G3619/G3620 G3619/G3620 G3619/G3620 G3619/G3620 Frame Fence Rail Grizzly Model G9963/G9966 27 Bandsaw G9963/G9966 Arin g C o G9963/G9966 189 24 & 27 Resaw Bandsaws 8026 Hinge PIN Support Bearing Troubleshooting Warranty and Returns Warranty Card BOX BELLINGHAM, WA Grizzly INDUSTRIAL, INC