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Model W1825 (For Machines Mfd. Since 07/15)
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Additional.Safety.for.Bandsaws
BLADE.CONDITION.
Do not operate with dull,
cracked or badly worn blade. Dull blades
require more effort to perform the cut, and
they increase the risk of kickback. Inspect
blades for cracks and missing teeth before
each use.
BLADE.REPLACEMENT.
To avoid mishaps that
could result in operator injury, make sure the
blade teeth face down toward the table and
the blade is properly tensioned and tracked
before operating.
SMALL.WORKPIECE.HANDLING.
Always support/
feed small or narrow workpieces with a push
stick, jig, vise, or some type of clamping
fixture. Supporting these types of workpieces
by hand requires you to get closer to the
blade, which increases your risk of serious
personal injury.
BLADE.SPEED.
Always allow the blade to come
to full speed before starting the cut. Moving
the workpiece against a blade that is not at
full speed could cause the blade to grab the
workpiece and draw the operator's hands
into the blade.
WORKPIECE.SUPPORT.
If the workpiece should
unexpectedly twist during cutting, it could
kickback or draw the operator's hands into
the blade. Always keep the workpiece flat
and firm against the table when cutting. If
necessary, use a jig or other work-holding
device.
BLADE.SUPPORT.
The blade tension and guide/
support bearings keep the blade straight
when cutting. Always keep the blade tension
and guide thrust bearings properly adjusted
and positioned to reduce the risk of the
blade bending or breaking with the forces of
the cutting operation.
CUTTING.TECHNIQUES.
Plan your operation so
the blade always cuts to the outside of the
workpiece. DO NOT back the workpiece away
from the blade while the saw is running, which
could cause kickback and personal injuries. If
you need to back the workpiece out, turn the
bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to come to
a complete stop. DO NOT twist or put excessive
stress on the blade that could damage it.
HAND.PLACEMENT.
Never position fingers or hands
in line with the blade. If the workpiece or your
hands slip, serious personal injury could occur.
FEED.RATE.
To avoid the risk of the workpiece
slipping and causing operator injury, always feed
stock evenly and smoothly. DO NOT force or twist
the blade while cutting, especially when sawing
small curves.
WORKPIECE.MATERIAL.
This machine is intended
for cutting natural and man-made wood products,
and laminate covered wood products. This
machine is NOT designed to cut metal, glass,
stone, tile, etc. Doing so may increase the risk of
blade breakage or machine damage.
BLADE.CONTROL.
To avoid serious personal injury,
DO NOT attempt to stop or slow the blade with
your hand or the workpiece. Allow the blade to
stop on its own.
UPPER.BLADE.GUIDE.SUPPORT.
To reduce the
exposure of the operator to the blade and
provide maximum support for the blade, keep
the upper blade support and guide bearings
adjusted to just clear the workpiece.
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