Operation; Basic Saw Operations - Hitachi CB 13F Instruction Manual And Safety Instructions

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BASIC SAW OPERATIONS

ON / OFF SWITCH (FIG. T)
The keyed switch is intended to prevent unauthorized
use of the band saw.
1. To turn the band saw ON insert the yellow key (1)
into the key slot in the center of the switch.
2. Push the key fi rmly into the slot, then push switch to
the ON position to start the band saw.
3. To turn the band saw OFF push the switch to the
down position.
4. Remove the yellow switch key, when the saw has
come to a complete stop, by gently pulling it outward.
WARNING
Remove the switch key whenever the saw is not in use.
Place it in a safe place and out of reach of children.
Fig. T
USING THE TABLE EXTENSION (FIG. T-1)
NOTE:
A. For ripping 5-3/4" (127-19.1mm)~ 7-1/2"
(177.8-12.7mm) workpiece, the extension
fence has to be installed in the IN-RIP position (Fig.
P). 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" (177.8mm-12.7mm)~ 12"
(304.8mm)workpiece, the extension
fence has to be installed in the OUT-RIP position.
1. 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. Slide the extension out until the correct
measurement is displayed on the tube scale.
GENERAL CUTTING

OPERATION

Fig. T-1
For your safety, read and understand all GENERAL and
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 4-6
before using the band saw.
Operating band saws 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
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adjustments, checked that the guard is in 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" (3.18mm)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 blade need little pressure for cutting. Steadily
move the workpiece against the blade without forcing it.
To avoid twisting the blade, do not turn sharp comers,
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, fi re or other damage or injury,
NEVER use this band saw to cut ferrous metals.
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WARNING
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