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Model W1849 (For Machines Mfd. Since 11/16)
Basic.Functions.of.a.Bandsaw.
A properly adjusted bandsaw can be safer to
operate than most other saws and performs
many types of cuts with ease and accuracy. It
is capable of performing the following types of
cuts:
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
Basic.Cutting.Tips
Here are some basic tips to follow when
operating the bandsaw:
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Replace, sharpen, and clean blades often
for best performance. Check guides,
tension, and alignment settings periodically
and adjust when necessary to keep the saw
running in top condition.
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Use light and even pressure while cutting.
Light feeding pressure makes it easier to
cut straight and prevents undue friction or
strain on the bandsaw components and the
blade.
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Avoid twisting the blade when cutting
around tight corners. Allow the blade to
saw its way around the corners. Always use
relief cuts when possible.
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Misusing the saw or using incorrect
techniques (e.g. twisting the blade with
the workpiece, incorrect feed rate, etc.) is
unsafe and results in poor cuts.
Workpiece.Inspection
Some workpieces are not safe to cut or may
require modification before they can be made
safe to cut. Before cutting, get in the habit of
inspecting all workpieces for the following:
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Material Type: This machine is intended
for cutting natural and man-made wood
products, laminate covered wood products,
and some plastics. Cutting drywall or
cementitious backer board creates
extremely fine dust and may reduce
the life of the bearings. This machine is
NOT designed to cut metal, glass, stone,
tile, etc.; cutting these materials with a
bandsaw may lead to injury.
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Foreign Objects: Nails, staples, dirt,
rocks and other foreign objects are often
embedded in wood. While cutting, these
objects can become dislodged and hit the
operator, cause kickback, or break the
blade, which might then fly apart. Always
visually inspect your workpiece for these
items. If they can't be removed, DO NOT
cut the workpiece.
•
Large/Loose Knots: Loose knots can
become dislodged during the cutting
operation. Large knots can cause kickback
and machine damage. Choose workpieces
that do not have large/loose knots or plan
ahead to avoid cutting through them.
•
Wet or "Green" Stock: Cutting wood
with a moisture content over 20% causes
unnecessary wear on the blades, increases
the risk of kickback, yields poor results.
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Excessive Warping: Workpieces with
excessive cupping, bowing, or twisting are
dangerous to cut because they are unstable
and often unpredictable when being
cut. DO NOT use workpieces with these
characteristics!
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Minor Warping: Workpieces with slight
cupping can be safely supported if the
cupped side faces the table or the fence.
On the contrary, a workpiece supported on
the bowed side will rock during a cut and
could cause kickback or severe injury.
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