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* Ensure that blade has tension from the quick release lever.
* Ensure that blade has tension from the quick release lever.
* Remove tension after use with the quick release lever.
* Remove tension after use with the quick release lever.
The Band Saw uses a thin metal blade running in a continuous directions.  It can be used to rip cut, cross cut, cut curves, and resaw.  The following guidelines should be followed at all times.
* Safety glasses must be worn and hearing protection is recommended.
* Always keep fingers 3” from the blade.
* Check the blade tension and tracking before starting.
* Never use your thumbs to push toward the blade.
* Never back out of a curve cut while the machine is running.
* Don’t cut material that is not flat on the bottom without a jig.
* Remove loose fitting clothing, jewelry, and tie back long hair.
Operational Safety Rules:
* Keep the blade guard 1/4” above the stock.
* The blade alignment tracking should be at the center of the wheels.
* Make sure that the upper and lower wheel guard doors are closed when running.
* Keep bystanders away from the right hand area of the saw. Broken blades have a tendency to fly out to the right or front.
* Always keep your fingers and hands away from the path of the blade.
* To control the stock, use push sticks, feather boards, or any other safety device when cutting small or short stock.
* Use a “V” block when cutting cylindrical stock.
* Cut at a moderate feed rate into the blade. Do not force a cut.
* Cut relief cuts prior to cutting long or tight curves.
* If you need to back out of a cut, shut the machine off, after blade stops, and then back out.
* If a blade breaks, shut the machine off and stand clear until everything stops.
* When cutting with the table at an angle, clamp a block to the table to prevent your stock from slipping off the table.
* Always disconnect the power before changing the blade or performing any other maintenance operation.
* Turn off the band saw and wait until comes to a complete stop. Never stick an object into the blade to stop the machine quicker. Let it stop on
its own.

Revision as of 21:51, 13 January 2015

Description: Grizzly G0555LX 14" Bandsaw

Location: Fab Lab

Safety: Manual

Tips

  • Always use appropriate protective gear.
  • Lower blade guard to approximately 1/4 inch above material.
  • Ensure that blade has tension from the quick release lever.
  • Remove tension after use with the quick release lever.


The Band Saw uses a thin metal blade running in a continuous directions. It can be used to rip cut, cross cut, cut curves, and resaw. The following guidelines should be followed at all times.

  • Safety glasses must be worn and hearing protection is recommended.
  • Always keep fingers 3” from the blade.
  • Check the blade tension and tracking before starting.
  • Never use your thumbs to push toward the blade.
  • Never back out of a curve cut while the machine is running.
  • Don’t cut material that is not flat on the bottom without a jig.
  • Remove loose fitting clothing, jewelry, and tie back long hair.


Operational Safety Rules:

  • Keep the blade guard 1/4” above the stock.
  • The blade alignment tracking should be at the center of the wheels.
  • Make sure that the upper and lower wheel guard doors are closed when running.
  • Keep bystanders away from the right hand area of the saw. Broken blades have a tendency to fly out to the right or front.
  • Always keep your fingers and hands away from the path of the blade.
  • To control the stock, use push sticks, feather boards, or any other safety device when cutting small or short stock.
  • Use a “V” block when cutting cylindrical stock.
  • Cut at a moderate feed rate into the blade. Do not force a cut.
  • Cut relief cuts prior to cutting long or tight curves.
  • If you need to back out of a cut, shut the machine off, after blade stops, and then back out.
  • If a blade breaks, shut the machine off and stand clear until everything stops.
  • When cutting with the table at an angle, clamp a block to the table to prevent your stock from slipping off the table.
  • Always disconnect the power before changing the blade or performing any other maintenance operation.
  • Turn off the band saw and wait until comes to a complete stop. Never stick an object into the blade to stop the machine quicker. Let it stop on

its own.