Woodstock W1770 - Manual (Page 10)

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W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake
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Additional.Safety.for.Bandsaws
1.. BLADE.CONDITION. Do not operate with dull, cracked or badly worn blade. Dull blades require
more effort to use and are difficult to control. Inspect blades for cracks and missing teeth before
each use.
2.. HAND.PLACEMENT. Never position fingers or hands in line with the cut. Serious personal injury
could occur.
3.. GUARDS. Do not operate this bandsaw without the blade guard in place and wheel covers closed.
4.. BLADE.REPLACEMENT. When replacing blades, make sure teeth face down toward the workpiece
and the blade is properly tensioned before operating.
5.. WORKPIECE.HANDLING. Never hold small workpieces with your fingers during a cut. Always sup-
port/feed the workpiece with push stick, table support, vise, or some type of clamping fixture.
6.. CUTTING.TECHNIQUES..Plan your cuts so you always cut out of the wood. DO NOT back the
workpiece away from the blade while the saw is running. If you need to back the work out, turn
the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop, and DO NOT twist or put
excessive stress on the blade while backing work away.
7.. LEAVING.WORK.AREA. Never leave a machine running and unattended. Allow the bandsaw to
come to a complete stop before you leave it unattended. Remove the switch disabling key to
ensure unauthorized use of the machine.
8.. FEED.RATE. Always feed stock evenly and smoothly. DO NOT force or twist blade while cutting,
especially when sawing small curves, and allow blade to reach full speed before cutting.
9.. WORKPIECE.MATERIAL. This machine is designed to cut wood only. It is not designed to cut metal
or use cutting fluid.
10..MAINTENANCE/SERVICE. All inspections, adjustments, and maintenance are to be done with the
power OFF and the plug removed from the outlet. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete
stop.
11..BLADE.CONTROL. Do not attempt to stop or slow the blade with your hand or a workpiece. Allow
the blade to stop on its own or use the foot brake to quickly stop the blade.
12..EXPERIENCING.DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the
intended operation, stop using the machine! Contact Tech Support at (360) 734-3482.
Like.all.machinery.there.is.potential.danger.when.operating.this.bandsaw..Accidents.are.frequently.
caused.by.lack.of.familiarity.or.failure.to.pay.attention..Use.this.mill.with.respect.and.caution.to.
reduce.the.risk.of.operator.injury..If.normal.safety.precautions.are.overlooked.or.ignored,.serious.
personal.injury.may.occur.