Brett-Guard A100-16 Operator'S Manual Download Page 5

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Band Saws are Very Dangerous

 

All Band Saws are inherently dangerous and should never be used by 

anyone who is not thoroughly trained and experienced.
 

The Brett-Guard Band Saw Safety Tool, properly installed and used under 

proper supervision, can help to protect an operator against injury from many 

saw hazards such as coming in contact with the saw blade. NOTHING can 

protect an operator if proper safety and operating procedures are not followed

WARNINGS

1.  Never operate a Band Saw without a properly mounted and positioned 

Saw Guard. Use of an improperly guarded saw will result in serious injury.

2.  Properly position guard BEFORE turning on the saw motor.
3.  Do not adjust guard or blade guide while saw motor is running or even 

while blade is rotating.

4.  Lower edge of the transparent Safety Shield should contact the workpiece.
5.  Never reach or let hands slip under the shield.
6.  Always use a push stick when feeding narrow stock.
7.  Always wear proper eye protection while operating a band saw.
8.  LOCKOUT POWER before changing the blade or servicing the machine.
9.  Worn or damaged parts on the saw, or the guard, must be replaced before 

operation is continued.

Operating Instructions

1.  Following the machine manufacturer’s instructions, adjust the guide bar up 

or down to accommodate material to be machined. Plexi-shield wing nut 

should be loose to allow free up/down movement.

2.  Lift plexi-shield and slide stock under. The shield should rest on the stock 

being cut and be free to drop to the table top after making the cut.

 

NOTE:

 In special cases, the plexi-shield may be adjusted, and held in 

position by tightening the wing nut.

Replacing Band Saw Blade

1.  Raise the guide bar up, as high as possible, while still maintaining plexi-

shield contact with the saw table surface. Tighten plexi-shield in place 

using wing nut. This will allow maximum clearance between the blade 

guides and the table, easing blade change, while using the plexi-shield to 

index the remounting of the guard after the change has been made.

2.  Loosen the U-bolts used to mount the housing to the guide bar, and swing 

the guard out of the way to gain access to the blade. Mounts on square 

guide bars will require complete removal.

3.  Install new blade per manufacturer’s instructions.
4.  Swing guard back into position and secure.
5.  Loosen plexi-shield wing nut, adjust blade guides per manufacturer 

instructions, and resume normal operations.

 NOTE:

 If blades require frequent changing, wing nuts can be used to 

secure the guard to the guide bar for added convenience.

Summary of Contents for A100-16

Page 1: ...OPERATORS MANUAL A100 16 Caution Read all instructions carefully SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them often and use them to instruct others Date Purchased WherePurchased Address...

Page 2: ...oducts there are certain hazards involved with their operation and use Using any product with respect caution and common sense will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury Safety is a c...

Page 3: ...nce of drugs alcohol or medication 8 First aid Have at least one person with first aid training and first aid kits approved by American National Red Cross available at all times 9 Fire extinguisher Fa...

Page 4: ...cessories such as blades bits or cutters etc 25 Maintain tools with care Inspect tool before each use It is recommended that the general condition of any tool be examined before it is used 26 Check da...

Page 5: ...perating Instructions 1 Following the machine manufacturer s instructions adjust the guide bar up or down to accommodate material to be machined Plexi shield wing nut should be loose to allow free up...

Page 6: ...flat washers lock washers and 1 4 20 nuts Finger tighten only 4 Attach mounting bracket and housing to guide bar using U bolts placed around the guide bar through the mounting bracket and secure in pl...

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Page 8: ...nation shall disclose to its satisfaction to be thus defective Any product or component claimed to be defective is to be sent prepaid to HTCProducts 1161 Rankin Troy Michigan 48083 Attn Warranty Depar...

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