M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw
Additional Safety for Bandsaws
SAFETY
READ and understand this entire instruction manual before using this machine. Serious personal injury may occur if safety and operational information is not understood and fol- lowed. DO NOT risk your safety by not reading!
USE this and other machinery with caution and respect. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. No list of safety guidelines can be
1.BLADE CONDITION. Do not operate with a dull, cracked, or badly worn blade. Dull blades require more effort to use and are difficult to control. Inspect blades for cracks and missing teeth before each use, and replace if necessary.
2.HAND PLACEMENT. Never position fingers or thumbs in line with the cut. Serious personal injury could occur.
3.GUARDS. Do not operate this bandsaw without the blade guard in place.
4.BLADE REPLACEMENT. When replacing blades, make sure the teeth face down, toward the front of the saw and the blade is properly tensioned before operating.
5.WORKPIECE HANDLING. Never hold small workpieces with your fingers when cutting. Always sup- port/feed the workpiece with a push stick, table support, vise, or some type of clamping fixture.
6.CUTTING TECHNIQUES. Plan your cuts carefully. DO NOT back the workpiece away from the blade while the saw is running. If you need to back the work out, turn the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop. DO NOT twist or put excessive stress on the blade while backing work away.
7.BLADE SPEED. Allow blade to reach full speed before cutting.
8.LEAVING WORK AREA. Never leave a machine running while unattended. Allow the bandsaw to come to a complete stop before leaving unattended.
9.FEED RATE. Always feed stock evenly and smoothly. DO NOT force or twist blade while cutting, especially when sawing tight curves.
10.MAINTENANCE/SERVICE. Do all inspections, adjustments, and maintenance with the machine turned OFF and disconnected from the power source.
11.BLADE CONTROL. Do not attempt to stop or slow the blade with your hand or a workpiece. Allow the blade to stop on its own.
12.EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If you experience difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the machine and contact our Technical Support Department at (570)
