Basic Saw Operations - Craftsman 137.214090 Operator's Manual

BASIC SAW OPERATIONS
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"ON/OFF" SWITCH (FIG. P)
The key switch is intended to prevent unauthorizeduse of
the band saw.
1. To turn the band saw ON insert the yellow key (1)
into the key slot (2) in the center of the switch.
2. Push the key firmly into the slot, then push switch to
the ON position to start the band saw.
3. To turn the band saw OFF push the switchto the
down position.
4. Remove the yellow switch key, when the saw has
come to a complete stop, by gently pullingit outward.
Remove the switch key whenever the saw is not in use.
Place it in a safe place and out of the reach of children.
Fig. P
USING THE TABLE EXTENSION (FIG. Q)
NOTE:
A. For ripping 5-3/4" - 7-1/2" workpiece, the extension
fence has to be installed in the IN-RIP position (Fig.
Q). Remove the lock handles (1) and fence. Place the
fence on extension table as shown. Raise the fence
to a position that just clears the table surface and
secure in place using lock handles (1) for IN-RIP
position.
B. For ripping 7-1/2" - 12" workpiece, the extension
fence has to be installed in the OUT-RIP position.
t. Release both cam locking levers.
2. Slide the table extension on the side your workpiece
will be needing support, and tighten both cam locking
levers.
3. Slide the extension out until the correct measurement
is displayed on the tube scale.
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GENERAL CuI-rlNG
For your safety, read and understand all GENERAL and
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 3-5
before using the band saw.
Operating a band saw involves a certain amount of
hazard. Before attempting regular work, use scrap lumber
to check the settings, and to get the feel of operating the
band saw. Read instructions and plan your work before
cutting a workpiece.
Do not turn the power ON until after you have made all
adjustments, checked that the guard is place, and turned
the wheel by hand to make sure all parts work properly.
Always keep the guide assembly close to your work, 1/8"
above the workpiece.
Do not force the workpiece against the blade. Light
contact permits easier cutting and prevents unwanted
friction and heating of the blade.
Sharp saw blades need little pressure for cutting. Steadily
move the workpiece against the blade without forcing it.
To avoid twisting the blade, do not turn corners or saw
around corners.
A band saw is basically a "curve-cutting" saw. It is not
capable of doing intricate inside cutting as can be done
with a scroll saw.
It is also used for straight line operations such as
crosscutting, ripping, mitering, beveling; compound
cutting and resawing.
To avoid blade breakage, fire or other damage or injury,
NEVER use this band saw to cut ferrous metals.
CUT'FING CURVES
Whet; cutting curves, carefully turn the workpiece so the
blade follows withouttwisting. If the curve is so sharp that
you repeatedly back up and cut new kerf, use a narrower
blade, or a blade with more set (teeth further apad).
When a blade has more set, the workpiece turns easier
but the cut is rougher.
When changing a cut, do not withdraw the workpiece
from the blade; the blade may get drawn off the wheels.
To change a cut, turn the workpiece and saw out through
the scrap material area.
When cutting long curves, make relief cuts as you go
along.
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