SAFETY
W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake
Additional Safety for Bandsaws
Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this bandsaw. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this mill with respect and caution to reduce the risk of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal injury may occur.
1.BLADE CONDITION. Do not operate with 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.
2.HAND PLACEMENT. Never position fingers or hands in line with the cut. Serious personal injury could occur.
3.GUARDS. Do not operate this bandsaw without the blade guard in place and wheel covers closed.
4.BLADE REPLACEMENT. When replacing blades, make sure teeth face down toward the workpiece and the blade is properly tensioned before operating.
5.WORKPIECE HANDLING. Never hold small workpieces with your fingers during a cut. Always sup- port/feed the workpiece with push stick, table support, vise, or some type of clamping fixture.
6.CUTTING TECHNIQUES. Plan your cuts so you always cut out of the wood. 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, and DO NOT twist or put excessive stress on the blade while backing work away.
7.LEAVING WORK AREA. Never leave a machine running and unattended. Allow the bandsaw to come to a complete stop before you leave it unattended. Remove the switch disabling key to ensure unauthorized use of the machine.
8.FEED RATE. Always feed stock evenly and smoothly. DO NOT force or twist blade while cutting, especially when sawing small curves, and allow blade to reach full speed before cutting.
9.WORKPIECE MATERIAL. This machine is designed to cut wood only. It is not designed to cut metal or use cutting fluid.
10.MAINTENANCE/SERVICE. All inspections, adjustments, and maintenance are to be done with the power OFF and the plug removed from the outlet. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop.
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 or use the foot brake to quickly stop the blade.
12.EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the machine! Contact Tech Support at (360)
