Grizzly G1019Z instruction manual Ripping, Side and front views of a standard Bandsaw blade

5.Install the table taper pin and table insert.

6.Install the blade guard.

7.Close the top and bottom covers.

Gullet
	Tooth
Tooth
	Gullet
Gullet Line	Blade Set

Figure 23. Side and front views of a standard

bandsaw blade.

The bandsaw blade is dangerously sharp. Use extreme caution when working near the saw blade. Failure to exercise care could result in severe injury.

Ripping

Ripping is the process of cutting a board into two or more thinner boards, generally in a direction along its length. The maximum board width that can be ripped is limited by the distance between the blade and the support column. Maximum cut- ting width for this bandsaw is 141⁄4".

The important consideration when ripping is blade selection. Generally, the wider the blade, the bet- ter. In most applications, a hook or skip tooth style will be sufficient. Also, since most ripped lumber will be planed or sanded smooth, you can choose blades with fewer teeth-per-inch. While blades with fewer teeth-per-inch produce rougher cuts, these types of blades offer larger gullet capacities for clearing sawdust, produce less heat, and yield more horsepower per tooth.

To perform ripping operations:

1.The bandsaw must be adjusted correctly. See “Blade Tension” and “Blade Tracking” in Section 5.

2.The table must be square to the blade. See “Table Adjustment” in Section 5.

3.Use the widest blade available. The blade must also be in good condition.

4.Use a fence to guide work.

5.Draw a reference line on the edge of the board.

6.Support ends of the board if necessary.

7.Feed work slowly and evenly.

Model G1019Z 14" Bandsaw -25-