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G0457 14" Industrial Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 5/11)
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The bandsaw table will tilt 8˚ left and 45˚ right to
provide a wide range of cutting options. Most cut-
ting operations are done at 90° and rarely will the
table need to be tilted left. Remove the positive
stop bolt to tilt the table to the left.
To tilt the table:
1. Loosen the two table trunnion hand knobs.
2. Position the table to the desired angle of tilt.
Refer to the angle gauge on the front table
trunnion for the tilting angle.
3. Retighten both table trunnion hand knobs.
Ta b l e T il tWorkpiece
Inspection
Some wood workpieces are not safe to cut or may
require modification before they are safe to cut.
Before making cuts, get in the habit of inspect-
ing all workpieces for the following:
• Material Type: This machine is intended for
cutting natural and man-made wood prod-
ucts, laminate covered wood products, and
some plastics. Cutting drywall or cementi-
tious backer board creates extremely fine
dust and may reduce the life of the bearings.
This machine is NOT designed to cut metal,
glass, stone, tile, etc.; cutting these materials
with this saw may lead to injury.
• Foreign Objects: Nails, staples, dirt, rocks
and other foreign objects are often embed-
ded in wood. While cutting, these objects can
become dislodged and hit the operator or
break the blade, which might then fly apart.
Always visually inspect your workpiece for
these items. If they cannot be removed, do
NOT cut the workpiece.
• Large/Loose Knots: Loose knots can
become dislodged during the cutting opera-
tion. Large knots can cause blade damage.
Choose workpieces that do not have large/
loose knots or plan ahead to avoid cutting
through them.
• Wet or "Green" Stock: Cutting wood with
a moisture content over 20% causes unnec-
essary wear on the blade and yields poor
results.
• Excessive Warping: Workpieces with exces-
sive cupping, bowing, or twisting are danger-
ous to cut because they are unstable and can
move unpredictably when being cut. DO NOT
use workpieces with these characteristics!
• Minor Warping: Workpieces with slight cup-
ping can be safely supported if the cupped
side faces the table or fence. On the contrary,
a workpiece supported on the bowed side will
rock during a cut, leading to loss of control.