Ripping
Ripping is the process of cutting with the grain of the wood stock. For plywood and other processed wood, ripping simply means cutting down the length of the workpiece.
DO NOT operate the Model G0555 without an adequate dust collection system. This machine creates substantial amounts of wood dust while in operation. Failure to use a dust collection system can result in short and
To rip with the Model G0555:
1.Adjust the fence to match the width of the cut on your workpiece and lock the fence in place.
2.Make sure all safety precautions have been taken and start the bandsaw.
NEVER place fingers or hands in the line of cut. In the event that something unexpected happens, your hands or fingers may be pulled into the blade. ALWAYS use a push stick when ripping narrow pieces. Failure to follow these warnings may result in serious personal injury!
3.Slowly feed the workpiece into the blade and continue with the cut until the blade is com- pletely through the workpiece. Figure 29 shows a typical ripping operation. If you are cutting narrow pieces, use a push stick to protect your fingers.
Figure 29. Ripping with a push stick.
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