CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR
A dust port with a 4” opening is built-in to the saw
to accommodate connection to a dust collector (not includ-
ed). Be sure to use appropriate sized hose and fittings (not included) and check that all connections 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
information on our complete line of dust collection systems and accessories or visit our Web Site at: www.general.ca.
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OPERATIONS STEP-BY-STEP
1.
Trace the cutting line on your workpiece with a pencil (for cutting curves) or adjust the laser beam to mark
the cutting line (for cutting straight lines). If needed, refer back to section “laser line marker” on page 14.
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 14.)
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,
potentially causing serious injuries.
4.
Push on the green “ON” button to start the bandsaw.
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 “STOP” panel.
2.
Turn your dust collector off.
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