Resawing; Cutting Curves; Connecting To A Dust Collector - Craftex CX100 User Manual

Resawing

Cutting a work-piece into two or more
thinner pieces is called resawing. Wider
blades give better result, when resawing.
To resaw a work-piece make sure that the
table is at a 90° with the blade and using a
wider blade will give better results.
Adjust the fence according to the width of
the cut you want, and lock it in position.
Turn the band saw ON and feed the work-
piece into the blade using feed paddles until
the blade is completely through the work-
piece.
Figure-35 Resawing with CX100

Cutting Curves

For cutting curves always try to use
narrower blades. When cutting curves feed
the stock into the blade and turn it very
carefully so that the blade follows the line of
cut and make sure the blade does not twist.
Make relief cuts through the waste part of
the work-piece which makes the job easier
and prevents the blade from twisting.
CONNECTING TO A DUST
COLLECTOR
CX100 features two 4" diameter dust ports
to connect to a dust collector.
When connecting to a dust collector, use a
proper sized hose and make sure all the
connections are sealed tightly.
Figure-36 CX100
collector
WARNING
The saw dust produced by the band saw
can go into your lungs and cause serious
health problems. Make sure the band
saw is connected to a dust collection
system while operating it.
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