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Model G0895 (Mfd. Since 01/20)
Choosing Cutter
There are many types of cutters available. Be
sure to choose the right one for your application
and material. Read all manufacturer instructions
before installing and using a cutter.
When choosing a cutter, consider:
1. Material Type: Most cutters are designed for
specific material. Choose a unique bit for ply-
wood, engineered wood products, hardwood,
and composite woods to improve overall
results. If a general-purpose bit is needed, a
two-flute, upcut, spiral bit is a good choice.
2. Application: Many design features are best
cut using specific tools. For example:
— Use a V-bit for cutting signs and lettering.
— Use a spoilboard cutter or fly cutter for sur-
facing a spoilboard or finishing a smooth,
flat workpiece, such as a counter top.
— Use a form bit to cut a profile with a uni-
form contour, such as an ogee or round
over.
— Use a chipbreaker or rougher for rough
cuts and quickly removing a large amount
of material when the finish does not matter.
Workpiece
Inspection
Some workpieces are not safe to cut or may first
require modification. Before cutting, inspect all
workpieces for the following:
• Material Type: This machine is only intend-
ed for cutting natural and man-made wood
products, laminate covered wood prod-
ucts, and some plastics. Cutting drywall or
cementitious backer board creates extreme-
ly fine dust and may reduce the life of the
bearings. This machine is NOT designed
to cut metal, glass, stone, tile, etc.; cutting
these materials with this machine may lead
to injury or damage.
• Foreign Objects: Nails, staples, dirt, rocks,
tramp metal, and other foreign objects are
often embedded in wood. While cutting,
these objects can become dislodged, break
the cutter, or cause workpiece kickback—all
of which could fly out and strike the opera-
tor or bystanders. Always visually inspect
workpiece carefully before cutting it. If foreign
objects can not be removed, DO NOT cut the
workpiece.
• Large/Loose Knots: Loose knots can
become dislodged during cutting operation.
Large knots can cause cutter or machine
damage. Only use workpieces that do not
have large/loose knots or plan ahead to avoid
cutting through them.
Like all machinery there is potential danger
when operating this machine. Accidents are
frequently caused by lack of familiarity or
failure to pay attention. Use this machine
with respect and caution to decrease the
risk of operator injury. If normal safety pre-
cautions are overlooked or ignored, serious
personal injury may occur.
• Wet or "Green" Stock: Cutting wood with
a moisture content over 20% causes unnec-
essary wear on the cutter and yields poor
results.
• Excessive Warping: Workpieces with
excessive cupping, bowing, or twisting are
dangerous to cut because they are unstable
and can come loose or move unexpectedly
when being cut. DO NOT cut workpieces with
excessive warping!
• Minor Warping: Workpieces with slight cup-
ping can be safely supported if cupped side is
facing table and workpiece is firmly clamped
to table. On the contrary, a workpiece with
bowed side facing table will rock during a cut
and could cause severe injury.
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