SAFETY IS A COMBINATION OF OPERATOR
COMMON SENSE AND ALERTNESS AT ALL TIMES
WHEN THE BANDSAW IS BEING USED.
WARNING:
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE
YOUR BANDSAW UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND INSTALLED
ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
SAFE OPERATION
1.
The bandsaw should be bolted to the floor where possible.
2.
If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of bandsaws,
obtain advice from your supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person or
contact your retailer for information on training courses. Do not use this
machine until adequate training has been taken.
3.
Never turn the machine ‘ON’ before clearing the table of all objects
(tools, scrap pieces etc.)
4.
Ensure that:
(i) the voltage of the machine corresponds to the mains voltage.
(ii) To use an earthed power source (wall socket).
(iii) The cord and plug are in good condition, i.e. not frayed or damaged.
(iv) No saw teeth are missing and the blade is not cracked or split.
Otherwise replace blade.
(v) The blade is properly tensioned and aligned.
5.
Never start the machine with the saw blade pressed against the
workpiece.
6.
Never apply sideways pressure on the blade as this may cause the blade
to break.
7.
Care must be taken when cutting wood with knots, nails or cracks in it
and / or dirt on it, as these can cause the blade to get stuck.
8.
Never leave the machine running unattended.
9.
Ensure the teeth of the blade are pointing downwards.
10.
Do not use saw blades which are damaged or deformed.
11.
Replace the table insert when it is worn.
12.
When cutting round timber use a suitable device to prevent twisting of
the workpiece.
See section 10 Fig. 10.3.
13.
DO NOT operate the machine when the door or the blade guard is not
closed.
14.
Adjust the guard as close as possible to the workpiece being cut.
15.
Ensure the selection of the saw blade and speed are suitable for the
material to be cut. For most wood cutting applications the fastest of the
two speeds should be used.
See section 8.
16.
If the mains lead is damaged, it must only be replaced by a qualified
electrician.
17.
Never use a long extension cable.
18.
WARNING LABELS – It is important that labels bearing Health & Safety
Warnings are not removed or painted over. New labels are available from
Customer Services.
19.
MECHANICAL SAFETY – The security of all clamps and work holding
devices should be checked before switching on.
20.
WOOD DUST – The fine particles of dust produced in cutting operations
are a potential health risk. Some imported hardwoods do give off highly
irritant dust which causes a burning sensation. We strongly recommend
the use of a dust collector and dust mask/visor. Our Customer Services
Department will be happy to advise you on the correct unit for your needs.
21. Recommended protective clothing:
(i) Gloves for moving work material and when carrying out the blade
changes;
(ii) Non-slip shoes;
(iii) Protective eye glasses.
22.
This machine falls under the scope of the ‘Health & Safety at Work
etc. Act 1974’, and the ‘Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations
1998’. We recommend that you study and follow these regulations. Further
guidance can be found in the Safe Use of Narrow Bandsaws and the Safe
Use of Woodworking Machinery code of practice booklet (L114) published
by Health & Safety Executive and available by visiting http://www.hse.gov.
uk/pubns/wis31.htm.
For further help on any of the above matters please contact our Customer
Services Department at :-
Tel: 01246 561 520 Fax:
01246 561 537
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your
machine) to cause complacency. Always remember that a careless fraction
of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
NOISE EMISSION
The measurements of noise, in the working position and during operation,
were carried out under the standard ISO 7960 annex "J":
Instantaneous acoustic pressure
<130.0 dB
The value of the noise level indicated is an emission level and doesn’t
necessarily represent safe working levels.
Although there is a relationship between emission levels and exposure
levels, it isn't precise enough to use in a way to determine whether it
is necessary, or not, to implement further precautions. The factors that
determine the true exposure level to operators are: the amount of exposure
time, the characteristics of the working environment, other sources of dust
and noise etc..
The permitted exposure level limits vary from country to country. this
information allows the machine user to better evaluate the dangers and
risks.
PRESCRIBED USE OF THE MACHINE
The machine was designed for cutting solid wood, wood derivates,
materials similar to cork, hard rubber and hard plastic materials using
suitable blades.
Consult Startrite on Tel:01246 561 520 for advice on the most suitable
blade selection. See section 4.2.
THESE MACHINES MUST NOT BE USED TO CUT OTHER MATERIALS
THESE MACHINES MUST NOT BE USED TO CUT METALS.
ATTENTION Bandsaws still present risks that cannot be
eliminated by the manufacturer. Therefore the user must be
aware that wood working machines are dangerous if not used
with care and all safety precautions adhered to.
We recommend you to study the information given in HSE
document: “Safety in the use of narrow bandsaws”
5. Additional Safety Instructions For Bandsaws
