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20.
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22.
NEVER
LEAVE
TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
TURN
THE POWER
OFF. Don't leave the tool until it
comes
to a complete
stop.
DON'T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and
balance at all tirnes.
MAINTAIN
TOOLS
WITH
CARE.
Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest
performance.
Follow
instructions
for lubricating
and changing
acoessories.
23. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of
flammable
liquids orgases.
24. DO NOT operate the toot if you are under the
influence of any drugs, alcohol or medication that
could affect your ability to use the tool properly.
25, Dust generated from certain materials can be
hazardous to your health. Always operate the band
saw in a well-ventilated area and provide for proper
dust removal. Use dust collection systems whenever
possible.
SPECIFIC
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
.
4.
1.
TO AVOID INJURY from unexpected movement, make
sure the saw is on a firm, level surface, properly
secured to prevent rocking. Make sure there is
adequate space for operating. B01tthe saw to a support
surface to.prevent it from slipping, walking, or sliding
during operation,
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2.
TURN the saw OFF and unplu_l the saw before
moving it.
USE THE CORRECT size and_style of blade.
USE blades rated at 2700 FPM or greater.
MAKE
SURE
the blade teeth point clown and
towards
the table.
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6.
r
BLADE
GUIDES,
SUPPORT
BEARINGS,
AND
BLADE
TENSION
must be properly
adjusted
to avoid
accidental
blade contact
and to minimize
blade
breakage.
To maximize
blade support,
always
adjust
the upper
blade guide
and blade guard
so that it is
1/8 inch above the workpiece.
7.
TABLE
LOCK
HANDLE
should
be tight.
8.
USE EXTR'A
CAUTION
with large, very small or
awkward
workpieces.
9.
USE EXTRA SUPPORTS to prevent workpieces
from sliding off the table top. Never use another person
in place of a table extension, or to provide additional
support for the workpiece.
10. WORKPIECES
must be secured so they don't twist,
rock, or slip while being cut.
SAVE THESE
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
PLAN intricate and small work carefully to avoid
pinching the blade. Avoid awkward operation and
hand positions to prevent accidental contact with the
blade.
SMALL PIECES should be secured with jigs or
fixtures. Do not hand hold pieces that are so small
your fingers are under the blade guard.
SUPPORT round work properl.y (with a V-block or
clamped to the miter gauge) to prevent it from rolling
and the blade from biting.
CUT only one workpiece at a tirne. Make sure the
table is clear of everyttling except the workpiece and
its guides before you turn the saw on.
ALWAYS WATCH the saw run before each use. If
there is excessive vibration or unusual noise, stop
irnmediately. Turn the saw off. Unplug it immediately.
Do not start the saw again until the problem has
been located and corrected.
16. TO FREE any jammed rnaterial, turn the switch OFR
Remove the sw,itch key and unplug the saw. Wait for
all moving parts to stop before removing jammed
material.
17.
DON'T LEAVE the work area until all moving parts
are stopped. To childproof the workshop, shut off the
power to rnaster switches and rernove the switch key
from the band saw. Store it in a safe place, away
from children.
For your own safety, read the entire instructiorl manual
before operating the band saw.
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Do not wear gloves, necktie, or loose clotlling.
3. Make sure the saw is on a firm level surface and
properly secured.
4. USE ONLYTHE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
5. Use extra caution withvery
large, very small, or
awkward workpieces.
6. Keep hands away from the blade at all times to
prevent accidental injury.
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
POWER
SUPPLY
AND MOTOR
SPECIHCATIONS
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the
tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate electrical
circuit for your tools.Your saw is wired at the factory for
120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp circuit and use
a 15 Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or
fire, if power cord is worn or' cut, or darnaged in any way,
have it replaced immediately.
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