OPERATION
HOW TO USE A PORTABLE BAND SAW
1.Verify material to be cut is firmly held to prevent movement.
2.Set
3.Hold the saw as shown in Fig. 5, with the work stop (A) contacting the work and blade teeth clear of the work.
4.Turn saw “ON” and lower onto work. Allow weight of saw to control cutting pressure. Additional pressure will slow down speed of the blade and reduce cutting efficiency.
5.Hold saw straight in the cut. Any twisting or cocking of the blade results in shorter blade life.
6.CAUTION: Stay clear of end pieces that may fall after being cut off.
7.At completion of cut DO NOT allow saw to fall against work. HOLD SAW SECURELY.
8.Fig. 6 shows the proper cutting position for various shapes.
A
Fig. 5
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Right way | Wrong way |
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Fig. 6
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