SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
Operation Safety
Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could
result from using this machine without
proper protective gear. Always wear safety
glasses, a respirator, and hearing protection
when operating this machine.
Loose hair and cloth-
ing could get caught in
machinery and cause seri-
ous personal injury. Keep
loose clothing and long
hair away from moving
machinery.
NOTICE
If you have never used this type of machine
or equipment before, WE STRONGLY REC-
OMMEND that you read books, trade maga-
zines, or get formal training before begin-
ning any projects. Regardless of the con-
tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will
not be held liable for accidents caused by
lack of training.
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Overview
The bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood
cutting tools in the shop. It is capable of perform-
ing many different cutting functions including:
Straight Cuts
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Miters
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Angles
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Compound Angles
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Resawing
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Ripping
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Crosscutting
Irregular Cuts
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Simple and Complex Curves
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Duplicate Parts
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Circles
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Beveled Curves
A properly adjusted and tuned bandsaw can be
safer to operate than most other saws and per-
forms many functions with ease and accuracy.
Basic Cutting Tips
Here are some basic tips to follow when oper-
ating the bandsaw:
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Replace, sharpen, and clean blades as nec-
essary and make adjustments periodically to
keep the saw always running in top condi-
tion.
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Use light and even pressure while cutting.
Light contact with the blade will permit easier
line following and prevent undue friction.
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Avoid trying to turn tight corners because
this will twist the blade. Remember, you must
saw around corners.
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Misuse of the saw or using incorrect tech-
niques is unsafe and results in frustration
and poor cuts. Remember—the blade does
the cutting with the operator's guidance.
G0513X/G0514X/G0514X3 Extreme Series Bandsaw