How To Make An Additional Push Stick; Featherboards; Push Blocks - Hitachi C 10RJ Safety Instructions And Instruction Manual

FEATHERBOARDS

A featherboard is a device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or rip
fence. Featherboards are especially useful when ripping small workpieces and for completing non-through
cuts. The end is angled with a series of narrow slots to give a friction hold on the workpiece. It is locked in
place on the table with a C-clamp.

PUSH BLOCKS

Push blocks are blocks used to securely hold down the workpiece against the table. They include some
gripping surface or handle to hold the block. Any screws running through the underside of the block to
fasten the handle should be recessed in order to avoid contact with the workpiece.
WARNING:
When using featherboard, it must be mounted in front of the blade and used only against the uncut
portion of the workpiece to avoid a kickback that could result in serious injury.
HOW TO MAKE AN ADDITIONAL PUSH STICK (FIG. 23a-23b)
• In order to operate your table saw safely, you must use a push stick whenever the size or shape of the
workpiece would otherwise cause your hands to be within 6 in. (152 mm) of the saw blade or other cutter.
A push stick is included with this saw.
• No special wood is needed to make additional push-sticks as long as it's sturdy and long enough. A length
of 15.7 in. (400 mm) is recommended with a notch that fits against the edge of the workpiece to prevent
slipping. It's a good idea to have several push sticks of the same length 15.7 in. (400 mm) with different
size notches for different workpiece thicknesses.
• The shape can vary to suit your own needs as long as it performs its intended function of keeping your
hands away from the blade.
Included standard push stick
Fig. 23a
Cut here to push
1/2 in. (12.5 mm) wood
Cut here to push
3/4 in. (19 mm) wood
90°
20°-30°
Additional Push Stick Construction
Fig. 23b
English
Drill hole for
hanging
Notch to
prevent hand
from slipping
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