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Model W1878 (For Machines Mfd. Since 4/21)
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Tilting.Table
The table can be tilted to make angled or beveled cuts.
A simple tilt scale is provided on the trunnion for a quick
gauge (see
Figure.36
). For more accurate results use a
protractor.
To.tilt.table,.do.these.steps:
1.
DISCONNECT
MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Loosen table lock lever shown in
Figure.36
.
3.
Rotate tilt adjustment knob until table reaches
desired angle, then re-tighten lock lever.
Choosing.Blades
Selecting the right blade requires a knowledge of the
various blade characteristics to match the blade with the
particular cutting operation.
Blade.Length
Measured by the circumference, blade lengths are usually
unique to the brand of your bandsaw and the distance
between wheels. Blades will vary slightly even in the
same length because of how they are welded. Refer to
the
Accessories.
section later in this manual for blade
replacements from Woodstock.
Blade.Width
Measured from the back of the blade to the tip of the
blade tooth (the widest point), blade width is often the
first consideration given to blade selection. Blade width
dictates the largest and smallest curve that can be cut, as
well as how accurately it can cut a straight line.
Always pick the size of blade that best suits your
application.
Blade W
idth
Cutting Radius
Figure.37.
Recommended cutting radius
per blade width.
Blade.Dimensions
Length Range ................................................. 62"
Width Range .............................................
1
⁄
8
"–
3
⁄
8
"
•
Straight.Cutting:
Use the largest
width blade that you own. Large
blades excel at cutting straight lines
and are less prone to wander.
Figure
36
. Table tilt controls.
Pointer
Lock
Lever
Tilt
Scale
Tilt
Adjustment
Knob
•
Curve.Cutting:
Use the chart in
Figure.37.
to determine the correct
blade for curve cutting. Determine
the smallest radius curve that will be
cut on your workpiece and use the
corresponding blade width.
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