Chicago Electric 69231 Essential Straight Push-stick Features and Functions, Handle Notch

SAFETY

SETUP

OPERATION

Handle Notch

•Must be far enough down the stick to allow a comfortable and firm grip.

•Must be deep enough to prevent hand from slipping down the stick.

•Do not cut more than halfway into the stick

to prevent weakening.

•Corners may be rounded to increase comfort.

Stick Length

•Must be long enough to keep hand

clear of blade.

•At least 6″ from end of handle to closest part of notch.

Essential Straight Push-stick

Features and Functions

Note: Straight style (traditional) stick shown. A different stick design may be used if it properly protects against all hazards.

Diagram not to scale.

•Push sticks must be made from sturdy, defect-free, plywood or normal wood to prevent unexpected breakage. Material must be at least 1/4″ thick,

but no thicker than the finished wood.

•Inspect push stick before use and do not use a damaged or deteriorated push stick.

•Push stick dimensions will vary depending on the application and user.

NOT

TO

At

SCALE

Least

6″

MAINTENANCE

Notch

•Must be right (90°) angle, cut at 30°-40° from the angle of the stick to keep hands out of the line of the blade.

•The lower lip of the notch must be no longer than the workpiece is thick.

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90°

30°-40°	than
	workpiece
Less		thickness

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