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General Instructions for Use
12.1
Bandsaw Blades
Bandsaw blades must be handled carefully so that they are not damaged. Untensioned bandsaw blades must be
folded into a multiple circle without kinks and secured while not in use. They are to be kept stored in a safe and
dry area. Always store bandsaw blades on a surface that cannot damage the teeth of the blade. Before use, they
must be checked for damaged teeth and cracks.
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To avoid cracking, tensioned bandsaw blades must be kept adequately protected.
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At least two persons are required to change a wide bandsaw blade.
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A suitable transport device is advantageous for transporting tensioned, wide bandsaw blades.
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The saw blade width, tooth shape and tooth pitch must be selected according to the thickness and nature
of the workpiece.
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The saw blade must be correctly welded, ground and set. If this is not the case, the saw blade must be re-
newed (see section
Caution: Danger of cutting! Put on protective gloves when changing the bandsaw blade!
If these basic rules are not observed, the following problems may occur:
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Poor work result / unclean cut
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Poor performance
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Saw blade cracks
Blade cracks are the most common problems that occur with a bandsaw. They are mostly dependent on the saw
blade. They are not caused by the machine, provided it is set according to the operating manual and has not
been changed. Chapter
„Troubleshooting“
lists the main causes and suggestions for preventing saw blade
cracks.
12.2
Use of the Machine
Check blade tension before starting work! Never work with an untensioned saw blade!
Be aware of the danger of being drawn into the rotating blade! Wearing protective gloves as
well as loose clothing. Long untied hair, wristwatches and jewellery is prohibited when cut-
ting! Always wear close-fitting clothing and a hair net if necessary.
Risk of accidents and increased risk of injury! Most accidents happen when the workpieces do
not have a firm hold on the machine table. Follow the instructions below!
Place the adjustable guard on the bandsaw blade as close as possible to the workpiece. The distance between
the saw blade guard and the workpiece should not exceed 5 mm when cutting.
Cutting hazard! Observe the danger zone of 120 mm around the saw blade!
For
flat workpieces
, use the flat part of the table fence so that the saw blade guard can be lowered to a minimum
distance from the workpiece (see chapter
The workpieces must always rest firmly on the machine table
. Round workpieces must be secured against twist-
ing, see Figure (
B
) on the next page. Do not cut unshapely workpieces that do not lie flat on the table or cannot
be secured with one of the aids listed on next page.
