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BLADES AND BLADE SELECTION
T
he blade dimensions required for this saw is:
.020" thickness, 1/2" wide and 44-3/4" in
length. The .020" thickness reduces blade
fatigue and provide maximum tooth life. To
maximum cutting life, use a blade with correct
pitch (teeth per inch) for the specific cutting job.
Blades are available in several pitches. To
select the proper blade, three factors should
be considered: The size, shape, and type of
material to be cut.
The following suggestions are for selecting the
right blade for various cutting operations. Keep
in mind that these are broad guidelines and
that blade requirements vary depending upon
specific size, shape and type of material to be
cut.
Generally, soft materials require coarse pitch
blade and hard materials require fine pitch
blades. Use coarse pitch blades for thick wood
a
nd fine pitch blades for thin work. It is
important to keep at least three teeth in the cut
(see “Typical Application”.)
For tough stock 3/16" up
to 3-1/4" in diameter or
width.
For tough stock 5/32" up
to 3/4" in diameter or
width.
For thin-wall tubing and
thin sheets heavier than
21 gauge.
For thin-wall tubing and
thin sheets heavier than
21 gauge.
SAW HOOK
Your bandsaw features a saw hook for
hanging the saw when not in use.
When using the saw hook always be
aware that the blade is exposed. Always
hang the tool in an area where yourself and
bystanders cannot accidently make contact
with the blade.
To reduce the risk of
injury, use care in
selecting the location for hanging the
tool.
• Select a suitably sized and shaped object
that will provide adequate hanging stability.
An unstable hanging surface could result in
the tool unexpectedly falling.
• Ensure that the tool is hung out of the way
of walkways and working areas with
bystanders. The tool could be bumped or a
bystander could become entangled in the
power supply cord causing the tool to
unexpectedly fall.
To reduce the risk of
injury, Do not use the
saw hook if it appears damaged or
deformed. This could result in unstable
hanging and the tool unexpectedly falling.
To remove the saw hook, remove the screws
S, washers W and lock washers L (two of
each) using a phillips head screwdriver (not
included). Store the parts in a safe place
(Fig. 5).
To reattach the saw hook, place the saw
hook on the base B as shown and secure it
in place with the screws S. Observe the
order of the washers W and lock washers L
(Fig. 5).
FIG. 5
SAW
HOOK
S
B
B
L
W
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