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-24- G4186Z 18" Bandsaw

SECTION 6: OPERATIONS

Pre-Run Check

The bandsaw is one of the most versatile

machines in the shop. It can cut miters, com-

pound angles, simple and complex curves, cir-

cles, and a wide variety of irregular shapes. It can

also rip and crosscut, as well as cut a variety of

joints. The bandsaw will also resaw stock into

thinner boards.

There are many adjustment points and compen-

sating differences to consider when operating this

type of saw. Therefore, cutting results can be

somewhat unpredictable if some or all of the cru-

cial adjustments are neglected. Here are a few

simple things you can do to increase the pre-

dictability of your bandsaw performance:

1. Always use a sharp, high-quality blade.

2. Use the right blade for the job. Resawing

with a

/16" blade or doing scrollwork with a

1" blade are extreme examples of using the

wrong blade for the job.

3. Allow the saw to cut. Do not force the

workpiece into the blade. Remember that

while negotiating a curve, the blade should

still be cutting the wood. Simply turning the

workpiece will only bind the blade and

could break it.

4. Maintain your bandsaw in top condition.

See the following section of this manual for

maintenance procedures.

Keep loose clothing out

of the way of machinery

and keep hair pulled

back.

Wear safety glasses dur-

ing the entire operation

process. Failure to com-

ply may result in serious

personal injury.

Disconnect power to the

machine when perform-

ing any adjustments or

maintenance. Failure to

do this may result in seri-

ous personal injury.

NOTICE

The following section was designed to give

instructions on the basic operations of this

bandsaw. However, it is in no way compre-

hensive of every bandsaw application. There

are many different jigs that can be built to

increase the safety and accuracy of different

kinds of cuts. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND

that you read books, trade magazines, or get

formal training to maximize the potential of

your bandsaw.

Always wear a dust mask

when operating the

bandsaw. Using this

machine produces saw-

dust which may cause

allergic reactions or res-

piratory problems.

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