SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
Operation Safety
Damage to your eyes and lungs could result from using this machine without proper pro- tective gear. Always wear safety glasses and a respirator when operating this machine.
Loose hair and cloth-
ing could get caught in
machinery and cause seri-
ous personal injury. Keep
loose clothing and long
hair away from moving machinery.
NOTICE
If you have never used this type of machine or equipment before, WE STRONGLY REC- OMMEND that you read books, trade maga- zines, or get formal training before begin- ning any projects. Regardless of the con- tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training.
Overview
The bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood cutting tools in the shop. It is capable of perform- ing many different cutting functions including:
Straight Cuts
•Miters
•Angles
•Compound Angles
•Resawing
•Ripping
•Crosscutting
Irregular Cuts
•Simple and Complex Curves
•Duplicate Parts
•Circles
•Beveled Curves
A properly adjusted and tuned bandsaw can be safer to operate than most other saws and per- forms many functions with ease and accuracy.
Basic Cutting Tips
Here are some basic tips to follow when oper- ating the bandsaw:
•Replace, sharpen, and clean blades as nec- essary and make adjustments periodically to keep the saw always running in top condi- tion.
•Use light and even pressure while cutting. Light contact with the blade will permit easier line following and prevent undue friction.
•Avoid trying to turn tight corners because this will twist the blade. Remember, you must saw around corners.
•Misuse of the saw or using incorrect tech- niques is unsafe and results in frustration and poor cuts.
