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This overview explains the basic process that happens during an operation with this machine. Familiarize yourself with this process to better understand the remaining parts of the Fg\iXk`fe section.

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(% Examines the workpiece to make sure it is suitable for cutting.

)% Installs the cutter onto the spindle and adjusts the spindle height for the operation.

*% Correctly adjusts the safety guard and fence boards for the operation and locks them in place.

+% Checks the outfeed side of the machine for proper support and to make sure the workpiece can safely move past the cutter without interference from other objects.

,% Places the workpiece on the infeed side of the table and firmly against the fence, stabilizing it with hold-downs, jigs, or other safety workpiece holding devices.

-%Wears safety glasses and a respirator, and locates push sticks if needed.

.% Starts the machine.

/% Verifies cutter rotation and feed directions.

0% Holds the workpiece firmly and flatly against both the table and fence, and then pushes the workpiece past the cutter at a steady and controlled rate until the workpiece moves completely beyond the cutter.

The operator is very careful to keep the workpiece firmly against the table and fence during the entire cut, while also keeping hands well away from the spinning cutter.

('% Stops the machine.

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Follow these rules when choosing and cutting stock:

› Nfibg`\Z\DXk\i`Xc1 Your shaper and cutters are designed to cut wood and wood products ONLY! DO NOT attempt to cut man-made materials (such as glass, metal, plastics, etc.) that may cause the cutter or workpiece to break apart, which could cause serious personal injury or property damage.

› =fi\`^eFYa\Zkj1 Nails, staples, dirt, rocks and other foreign objects are often embedded in wood. While cutting, these objects can become dislodged and hit the operator, cause kickback, and break or chip the cutter, which might then fly apart. Always visually inspect your workpiece for these items. If they cannot be removed, do NOT cut the workpiece.

› CXi^\&Cffj\Befkj1 Loose knots can become dislodged during the shaping operation. Large knots can cause kickback and machine damage. Choose workpieces that do not have large/loose knots or plan ahead to avoid cutting through them.

› N\kfi>i\\eJkfZb1 Cutting wood with a moisture content over 20% causes unnecessary wear on the cutter, increases the risk of kickback, and yields poor results.

› <oZ\jj`m\NXig`e^1 Workpieces with excessive cupping, bowing, or twisting are dangerous to shape because they are unstable and often unpredictable when being cut. DO NOT use workpieces with these characteristics!

› D`efiNXig`e^1 Workpieces with slight cupping can be safely supported if the cupped side is facing the table or the fence. On the contrary, a workpiece supported

on the bowed side could rock during the operation and could cause kickback or severe injury.

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