Jet Tools JPS-10TS Safety devices, Feather board, Filler piece, Push stick & push block

12.0Safety devices

Feather board

The feather board (Figure 42) should be made of straight grain hardwood approximately 1" thick and 4" to 8" wide depending on the size of the machine. The length is developed in accordance with intended use. Feather boards can be fastened to the table or rip fence by use of C-clamps. Alternatively, drilled and tapped holes in the table top allow the use of wing nuts and washers as a method of clamping. If this method of fastening is used, provide slots in the feather board for adjustment. (The illustration shows a method of attaching and use of the feather board as a vertical comb. The horizontal application is essentially the same except that the attachment is to the table top.)

Figure 42

Filler piece

A filler piece (Figure 43) is necessary for narrow ripping and permits the blade guard to remain on the machine. It also provides space for the safe use of a push stick.

Figure 43 – Filler Piece

Push stick & push block

The use of a push block or push stick provides an added level of safety for the operator. A push stick is included with your table saw, but you may wish to make others personalized for different cutting procedures. The templates in Figures 44 and 45 offer construction details.

Figure 44 – Push Block Template

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