Lock Post

To preventunauthorizeduseofyourbandsaw,we suggestthatyoudisconnectit fromthe power dupply

and lock the knob in the OFF position. A padlock with a shackle of 6 mm or 114 in. diameter may be used. When the lock is installed and locked, the switch is

inoperable. Store the padlock key in another location.

•To lock knob in OFF position, install a padlock through the lock post beside the knob, and lock the padlock.

ON/OFFKNOB

WITH

VARIABLESPEED

LOCKPOST

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GENERAL OPERATION

A band saw is basically a "curve cutting" machine. It can also be used for straight-line cuffing operations such as cross cutting, ripping, mitedng, beveling, compound cuffing, and resawing. It is not capable of making inside or non through cuts.

For general type scroll cuffing, follow the pattern lines by pushing and turning the workplece at the same time. Do not try to turn the workpiece while engaged in the blade without pushing it or the workpiece could bind or twist the blade. The blade should cut in the middle of the pattern line since band saw blades are

thin.

•Always inspect your band saw for proper adjust- ments before each use.

•A curved radius cut is best performed by follow- ing the pattern line with the blade while turning the workpiece.

•Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade. Hold the workplece firmly against the table. Usa gentle pressure. Do not force the work, but allow the blade to cut.

•The smallest diameter circle that can be cut out is determined by the width of the blade. A 114 in. wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of

approximately 1-1/2 in. A 1/8 in. wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of approximately 1/2 in.

•Relief cuts are made when an intricate curve (too small a radius for the blade) is to be cut. A relief cut is made by cutting through the scrap section of workplsce to curve in pattern line, then care- fully backing blade out. Several relief cuts should be made for intricate curves, then follow pattern line as sections are cut off of curve "relieving" blade pressure.

Avoid Injury from unexpected uw move- ment:

Put the saw on a firm level surface with plenty of room for handling and properly supporting the workpiece.

Make sure table is level and saw does not rock.

Bolt the saw to the support surface to prevent slipping, walking or sliding during operations like cutting long, heavy boards.

Turn saw off, lock with padlock, and unplug cord before moving the saw.

Avoid Injury from Jams, 8111_or thrown pieces:

Choose right size and style blade for material and the type of cut you plan to do.

USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES, The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

Make sure the blade teeth point downward, toward -thetable.

Make sure blade guides and thrust bearings are properly adjusted.

Make sure blade tension is properly adjusted. Make sure table lock knob is tight and no parts have excessive play.

Always adjust the blade guide assembly to just clear the workpiece to avoid accidental blade contact, minimize blade breakage and provide maximum blade support.