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G0605X/G0606X Extreme Series 12" Table Saw
Resawing
Resawing is the process of cutting a thick piece of
stock into one or more thinner pieces. Bandsaws
are ideal for resawing and the process is fairly
easy and safe. A table saw is not intended
for resawing and the process is difficult and
extremely dangerous. Resawing on the table
saw often binds the blade, causing kickback.
The risk of kickback increases relative to the
depth of a cut. Kickback is more dangerous when
resawing on a table saw because the anti-kick
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back devices and blade guard must be removed,
leaving no protection between your hands and the
saw blade. Kickback can pull the operator's hands
into the blade, or the operator or bystanders may
be hit by flying stock. DO NOT resaw on a table
saw without using a resaw barrier. DO NOT resaw
on a table saw without wearing a full face shield.
The following instructions describe how to build a
resaw barrier, add an auxiliary fence to your stan
-
dard fence, and more safely perform resawing
operations.
Note: This table saw can only resaw wood that is
less than 8" tall.
Resawing on a table saw increases the
chances of kickback. Serious injury can be
caused by kickback. Kickback is a high-
speed expulsion of stock from the tablesaw
toward an operator. The operator or bystand
-
ers may be struck by flying stock, or the
operator’s hands can be pulled into the
blade during the kickback.
Resawing operations require proper pro-
cedures to avoid serious injury. Extra care
must be taken to prevent kickback when
resawing. Any tilting or movement of the
workpiece away from the fence will cause
kickback. Be certain that stock is flat and
straight. Failure to follow these warnings
could result in serious personal injury.
Resaw Barrier
The resaw barrier shown in Figure 54 holds the
workpiece vertical, keeps the workpiece aligned
with the fence, and keeps your hands away from
the blade.
Figure 54. Resawing barrier.
Components Needed for the Resaw Barrier:
Hardwood or Plywood
3
⁄4" x 7
1
⁄2" x 40
1
⁄4" ............1
Hardwood or Plywood
3
⁄4" x 3" x 40
1
⁄4" ...............1
Wood Screws
1
/4-20 x 2" ....................................8
Wood Glue .........................................
As Needed
Tools Needed for the Resaw Barrier:
Table Saw ..........................................................
1
Jointer and Planer .......................
Recommended
Clamps ............................................... 2 Minimum
Drill and Drill Bits ................................................1
To build the resaw barrier:
1. Cut two boards to
3
⁄4" x 7
1
⁄2" x 40
1
⁄4" and
3
⁄4"
x 3" x 40
1
⁄4". If you are using hardwood, cut
the boards oversize, then joint and plane the
boards to the correct size to make sure the
boards are square and flat.
Note: Only use furniture grade plywood or
kiln dried hardwood to prevent warping.
2. Pre-drill and countersink 8 holes approxi-
mately
3
⁄8" from the bottom of the 7
1
⁄2" tall
board.