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Model W1878 (For Machines Mfd. Since 4/21)
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OPERATIONS
General
This machine will perform many types of operations
that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these
operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed
incorrectly.
The instructions in this section are written with the
understanding that the operator has the necessary
knowledge and skills to operate this machine. If at any
time you are experiencing difficulties performing any
operation, stop using the machine!
The overview below provides the novice machine operator
with a basic understanding of how the machine is used
during operation, so the machine controls/components
discussed later in this manual are easier to understand.
Due to its generic nature, this overview is
NOT
intended
to be an instructional guide.
To. reduce. your. risk. of. serious. injury.
or. damage. to. the. machine,. read. this.
entire.manual.BEFORE.using.machine.
To. reduce. the. risk. of. eye. injury. and.
long-term. respiratory. damage,. always.
wear. safety. glasses. and. a. respirator.
while.operating.this.machine.
To.complete.a.typical.operation,.the.operator.does.the.
following:
1.
Examines the workpiece to make sure it is suitable
for cutting.
2.
Adjusts the table tilt, if necessary, to the correct
angle of the desired cut.
3.
If using the fence, adjusts it for the width of the cut
and then locks it in place. If using the miter gauge,
adjusts the angle and locks it in place.
4.
Loosens the guide post lock knob, adjusts the upper
blade guide height to just clear the workpiece (no
more than
1
⁄
4
"), then re-tightens the guide post lock
knob.
5.
Checks to make sure the workpiece can safely pass
all the way through the blade without interference
from other objects.
6.
Puts on safety glasses and a respirator.
7.
Starts the dust collector and bandsaw.
If you are an inexperienced operator,
we strongly recommend that you read
books or trade articles, or seek training
from an experienced operator of this
type of machinery before performing
unfamiliar operations.
Above.all,.safety.
must.come.first!
8.
Holds the workpiece firmly and flatly
against both the table and fence (or
miter gauge), and then pushes the
workpiece into the blade at a steady
and controlled rate until the cut is
complete.
The operator is very careful to keep
fingers away from the blade and
uses a push stick to feed narrow
workpieces.
9.
Stops the bandsaw.
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