Band Saw

Important safety information.

• Wear Safety Glasses when using the bandsaw
• Always stop the bandsaw before removing scrap pieces from the table
• Always keep hands and fingers away from the blade
• Never attempt to saw stock that does nothave a flat surface unless a suitable support is used
• Always hold material firmly and feed it into the blade ata modetate speed
• Always turn off hte machine if the material is to be backed out of an incomplete cut
• Check for proper blade size and type for thickness of material being cut
• Make sure that the blade tension and blade tracking are properly adjusted
• Make “relief” cuts before cutting long curves
• Release blade tension when the saw will not be used for a long time
• Note and follow the safety warning and instructions that appear on the lower door
• Use a push-stick to keep hands and fingers away from the blade