Skil BW9501-00 Owner's Manual page 5

Workpieces should be secured so they don't twist, rock, or slip while being cut.
Plan intricate or small work carefully to avoid pinching the blade. Avoid awkward operations
and hand positions to prevent accidental contact with the blade.
Small pieces should be secured with clamps or fixtures. Do not hold small pieces with your
hand because of the increased risk of touching the blade with your fingers.
Support round workpieces properly (use a V block or press it against the miter guide) to
prevent it from rolling and the blade from biting.
Cut only one workpiece at a time. Make sure the table is clear of everything except the
workpiece and its guides before you turn the saw on.
Always watch the saw run before each use. If there is excessive vibration, saw blade
stuttering, or unusual noise, stop immediately. Turn the saw off. Unplug it immediately. Do not
start the saw again until the problem has been located and corrected.
To free any jammed material, turn the switch off. Remove the safety key and unplug the saw.
Wait for all moving parts to stop before removing the jammed material.
Do not leave the work area until all moving parts have stopped. Unplug the saw from the
power source. Remove the safety key from the band saw and store it in a safe place, away
from children. Childproof the workshop!
Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade alignment, blade guides and thrust
bearings.
Adjust blade guide assembly to 1/8" (3.2 mm) above workpiece before cutting.
Hold workpiece firmly against table.
Use recommended blade and speed for workpiece material.
Before starting, be certain the motor, table, attachments, and adjustment knobs are secured.
Do not operate with the upper and lower doors open.
Unplug saw before making blade changes, adjustments, or repairs.
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other
users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT EXTENSION CORDS
WARNING
excessive voltage drop, loss of power, or overheating. Grounded tools must use 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong plugs and receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS FOR 120-VOLT
Tool's
Ampere
Rating
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
An extension cord with adequate size conductors that is capable of
carrying the current for your tool must be used. This will prevent
ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Cord Length in Feet
25 50
18 16
18 16
18 16
16 16
14 12
100 150
16 14
14 12
14 12
14 12
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Wire Sizes in mm
Cord Length in Meters
15 30
0.75 0.75
0.75 1.0
0.75 1.0
1.0 2.5
— —
2
60 120
1.5 2.5
2.5 4.0
2.5 4.0
4.0 —
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