Model G0699 (Mfd. Since 5/15)
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Safety devices such as push sticks, featherboards, and push blocks can be made easily and inexpensively.
They increase safety by keeping hands a safe distance from the blade when feeding workpieces into the
blade.
Push sticks are particularly useful when cutting small or narrow workpieces. They provide added leverage,
enabling the operator to keep the workpiece firmly supported against the fence and table. At the same time,
the push stick keeps the operator’s hands safely away from the saw blade. A push stick is included with
your table saw. To make additional push sticks, refer to the template in Figure 118 for construction details.
90º
Cut here to
push
1
⁄4" stock
Cut here to push
1
⁄2" stock
Notch for placing on
corners of workpieces
15
3
/
4
" Minimum Length
MATERIAL: Only use
hardwood, sturdy plywood,
or high-density plastic. Do
not use softwood that may
break under pressure or
metal that can break teeth
from the blade!
SANDING: Sand
edges to remove
rough edges and
increase comfort.
SIZING: Push stick
must be at least 15
3
⁄4"
long. Use
1
⁄2"–
3
⁄4" thick
material.
Notch to help
prevent hand
from slipping
1
⁄2" Grid
Figure 118. Template for a shop-made push stick (shown at 70% of full size).
SECTION 6: SHOP-MADE SAFETY
ACCESSORIES
Push Sticks
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