Owner manual

G0555LX (Mfg. Since 3/13)
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The bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood
cutting tools in the shop. It is capable of perform-
ing the following types of cuts:
Straight Cuts
• Miters
• Angles
• Compound Angles
• Resawing
• Ripping
• Crosscutting
Irregular Cuts
• Simple and Complex Curves
• Duplicate Parts
• Circles
• Beveled Curves
A properly adjusted bandsaw can be safer to
operate than most other saws and performs many
functions with ease and accuracy.
Basic Cutting Tips
Here are some basic tips to follow when oper-
ating the bandsaw:
• Replace, sharpen, and clean blades often for
best performance. Check guide, tension, and
alignment settings periodically and adjust
when necessary to keep the saw running in
top condition.
• Use light and even pressure while cutting.
Light feeding pressure makes it easier to cut
straight and prevents undue friction or strain
on the bandsaw components.
• Avoid twisting the blade when cutting around
tight corners. Allow the blade to saw around
the corners. Use relief cuts when possible.
• Misusing the saw or using incorrect tech-
niques (e.g. twisting the workpiece, incorrect
feed rate, etc.) is unsafe and results in poor
cuts.
Disabling & Locking
Switch
Figure 42. Switch disabled by a padlock.
The ON/OFF switch can be disabled and locked
by inserting a padlock through the ON button,
as shown. Locking the switch in this manner can
prevent unauthorized operation of the machine,
which is especially important if the machine is not
stored inside an access-restricted building.
IMPORTANT:
Locking the switch with a padlock
only restricts its function. It is not a substitute
for disconnecting power from the machine when
adjusting or servicing.
Shaft
Padlock
0.192"–0.2"
NOTICE
The padlock shaft diameter is important to
the disabling function of the switch. With
any padlock used to lock the switch, test
the switch after installation to ensure that it
is properly disabled.
Children or untrained people can be
seriously injured by this machine. This
risk increases with unsupervised operation.
To help prevent unsupervised operation,
disable and lock the switch before leaving
machine unattended! Place key in a well-
hidden or secure location.