CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR
A dust port with a 2.5” opening is provided to accommodate
connection to a dust collector (not included).
Once the dust port has been installed (See Previous section
“Attaching the dust port”), be sure to use appropriate sized
hose and fittings (not included) and check that all connec-
tions are sealed tightly to help minimize airborne dust.
If you do not already own a dust collection system consider
contacting your General® International distributor for informa-
tion on our complete line of dust collection systems and
accessories or visit our Web Site at: www.general.ca.
OPERATIONS STEP-BY-STEP
1.
Trace the cutting line on your workpiece with a pencil.
2.
Set the height of the blade guard according to the thickness of your workpiece (see section: “Adjusting the bla-
de guard for depth of cut” on page 19.)
3.
If a dust collector is connected to your bandsaw, turn it on.
To reduce the risk of damage to the bandsaw or the workpiece, as well as a potential for personal injury, after ini-
tial set-up as well as before each use, make sure that everything is securely installed and that all fasteners and
moving parts on this bandsaw are locked in place before starting the machine.
Make sure to have on safety glasses at all times when using the bandsaw.
Make sure you are wearing safe appropriate workshop attire. Roll up long sleeves, secure long hair and remove
any jewelry: watches, rings, bracelets or anything that could get stuck into the moving parts of the bandsaw, poten-
tially causing serious injuries.
4.
Pull the switch toward you to start the bandsaw.
Note: The yellow safety key must first be inserted into the switch.
5.
Align the cutting line on your workpiece with the blade and feed the workpiece into the blade.
Tip: The use of a roller stand provides an extra support for more convenience when working with longer workpieces.
TO STOP THE MACHINE
1.
Push the red tab down and remove the yellow key.
2.
Turn your dust collector off.
USING THE MITER GAUGE
The miter gauge allows for easier and safer sawing by providing
workpiece support when cutting straight (90°) or angled ends
(0° to 30°). The miter gauge supplied with your bandsaw is
adjustable from 0° to 30° right to left.
To use a setting other than 90°, loosen the lock knob
A
by turn-
ing it counter-clockwise. Rotate the miter head to the required
angle
B
, shown on the angle indicator. Then turn the lock knob
A
clockwise to tighten it.
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B
A
