Operations - Grizzly G1019 Instruction Manual

SECTION 6: OPERATIONS
Disconnect power to the
machine when perform-
ing any maintenance or
assembly. Failure to do
this may result in serious
personal injury.
Always
mask when operating
the bandsaw. Using this
machine produces saw-
dust which may cause
allergic reactions or res-
piratory problems.
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. WE
STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you read
books, trade magazines, or get formal train-
ing to maximize the potential of your
shaper. There are many different jigs that
can be built to increase safety, accuracy,
and types of cuts.
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Keep clothing rolled up
and out of the way of
machinery and keep
hair pulled back.
Wear safety glasses dur-
ing all operations on the
shaper. Failure to com-
ply may result in serious
personal injury.
wear a
There are many interrelated adjustment points to
consider when operating this type of saw.
Therefore, cutting results can be somewhat
unpredictable if some or all of the crucial adjust-
ments are neglected. Here are a few simple
things you can do to increase the performance
predictability of your bandsaw:
1. Always use a sharp, high-quality blade.
2. Use the right blade for the job. Resawing
with a
3
/
4
the wrong blade for the job.
3. Allow the saw to cut. Don't force the work-
piece into the blade. When cutting curves or
irregular shapes, remember that the blade
should still be cutting the wood. Simply turn-
ing the workpiece will only bind the blade
and could cause it to break.
4. Maintain your bandsaw in top condition.
See Section 7 of this manual for mainte-
dust
nance procedures.
Do not force the wood into the blade during
cutting. This will distort the blade, cause
excessive heat and can often result in blade
breakage which can cause laceration
injuries. Feed the wood smoothly and slow-
ly into the blade. Failure to exercise care
can result in serious injury.
General
1 / " blade or doing scrollwork with a
8
" blade are extreme examples of using
G1019 14'' Bandsaw