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About
About
The bandsaw is one of the most versatile tools in the shop. There are several types of cuts that can be done safely on the bandsaw that would be considered unsafe on other tools. Thin cuts, gentile curves, and resawing thick stock into thinner pieces can all be done on the bandsaw.
Safety
Safety
Safety practices to remember before operating the band saw:
Use a blade of the proper width for the job.
The upper saw guide must be adjusted not more than ¼” above the stock to be cut.
It is dangerous to use this machine for cutting sharp curves.
Never make adjustments while the band saw is in motion.
Special setups must be approved by the instructor.
Cut only stock with a flat surface. The flat surface must be in contact with the saw table.
Safety practices to follow when operating the band saw:
Obtain permission from the instructor before turn ON the band saw.
The operator’s fingers must not pass directly in front of the path of the saw.
When cutting, THINK AHEAD!! Before cutting sharp curves, make a series of relief cuts.
If the blade binds when rounding a curve, turn off the machine. Allow the blade to come to a full stop before trying to back up the material.
Feed the material into the saw at a moderate rate of speed.
Do not attempt to stop a coasting band saw unless it is equipped with a brake.
All materials must be supported firmly against the downward thrust of the blade.
It is dangerous to stand to the RIGHT of the operator.
A cracked blade is indicated by a ticking noise as the blade rams through the guides. Turn off the power and report it to the instructor.
f the machine does not seem to be operating properly or if the blade breaks, TURN IT OFF, STAND CLEAR, AND NOTIFY THE INSTRUCTOR
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