Woodstock W1770 Saw User Manual


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W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake
OPERATIONS
Cutting Overview
The bandsaw is capable of performing the following
cuts:
• Crosscutting
• SimpleandComplexCurves
• DuplicateParts
• Circles
• BeveledCurves
• Miters
• Angles
• CompoundAngles
• Resawing
• Ripping
Basic Cutting Tips
• Keeptheupperbladeguideassemblyadjustedto
within 1" of the workpiece.
• Replace,sharpen,andcleanbladesasnecessary.
Make adjustments periodically to keep the saw run-
ning in top condition.
• Uselightandevenpressurewhilecutting.Lightcon-
tact with the blade makes it easier to follow lines
and prevents extra friction, which reduces blade
life.
• Avoidtwistingthebladewhencuttingaroundtight
corners. Allow the blade to saw around the corners.
• Donotbacktheworkpieceawayfromtheblade
while the saw is running.
• Misusingthesaworusingincorrecttechniquesis
unsafe and results in poor cuts. Remember—the
blade does the cutting with the operator’s guidance.
• Donotstartthemachinewiththeworkpiecetouch-
ing the blade.
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