Model G0771 (Mfd. Since 8/15)
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Resawing
Resawing is the process of cutting a thick piece
of stock into one or more thinner pieces. Although
re-sawing can be done with a table saw, we
strongly recommend that you use a bandsaw
instead.
A bandsaw is the ideal machine for re-sawing, and
resawing with one is fairly easy and safe. A table
saw is not intended for resawing, and resawing
with one is difficult and more dangerous than a
bandsaw due to the increased risk of kickback
from binding and deep cuts, and the increased
risk of injury from having to remove the guard.
If you insist on resawing with a table saw, DO NOT
do so without using a resaw barrier and wearing a
full face shield. The following instructions describe
how to build a resaw barrier and add an auxiliary
fence to your standard fence, to reduce the risk
injury from resawing on a table saw.
Note: To determine the maximum resawing height
for this table saw, find the maximum blade height,
then double it and subtract
1
⁄
8
".
Resawing operations require proper pro-
cedures to avoid serious injury and pre-
vent kickback. Any tilting or movement of
workpiece away from fence will likely cause
kickback. Be certain that stock is flat and
straight. Failure to follow these warnings
could result in serious personal injury or
amputation.
#8 x 2"
Wood Screw
Assembled
Resaw Barrier
3
⁄
4
"
3
⁄
4
"
Figure 73. Resaw barrier.
Making Resaw Barrier
When resawing, the resaw barrier acts in tandem
with the rip fence to provide tall support for the
workpiece. This minimizes the probability of it
binding against the blade and causing kickback.
Tools Needed:
Qty
Table Saw ..........................................................1
Jointer and Planer ....................... Recommended
Clamps ............................................... 2 Minimum
Drill ....................................................................1
Drill Bits
1
⁄
8
",
9
⁄
64
" ....................................... 1 Each
Countersink Bit ...................................................1
Components Needed for Resaw Barrier:
Wood*
3
⁄
4
" x 5
1
⁄
2
" x Length of Fence ...................1
Wood*
3
⁄
4
" x 3" x Length of Fence ......................1
Wood Screws #8 x 2" ........................................4
Wood Glue .........................................As Needed
*Only use furniture-grade plywood, kiln-dried
hardwood, or HDPE plastic to prevent warping.
To build a resaw barrier:
1. Cut your wood pieces to size specified above.
If you are using hardwood, cut pieces over-
size, then joint and plane them to correct size
to make sure they are square and flat.
2. Pre-drill and countersink four holes approxi-
mately
3
⁄
8
" from bottom of 5
1
⁄
2
" tall wood piece.
3. Glue end of 3" board, clamp boards at a 90°
angle with larger board in vertical position, as
shown in
Figure 73, then fasten together with
wood screws.
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