Grizzly G0717 - Manual (Page 38)

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Model g0717 (Mfg. since 9/10)
the following tips will help you safely and effec-
tively operate your bandsaw, and help you get the
maximum life out of your saw blades.
• use the work stop to quickly and accurately
cut multiple pieces of stock to the same
length.
• Clamp the material firmly in the vise jaws to
ensure a straight cut through the material,
and use the positive lock to speed produc-
tion.
• let the blade reach full speed before engag-
ing the workpiece.
• never start a cut with the blade in contact
with the workpiece, and do not start a cut on
a sharp edge.
• pay attention to the chips produced by the
cutting operation and use their appearance
to fine-tune the blade speed, feed speed, and
pressure (refer to the
Chip inspection Chart
on page 31).
Operation tips
NOTICE
Loosen blade tension at the end of each day
to prolong blade life.
• Wait until the blade has completely stopped
before removing the workpiece from the vise,
and avoid touching the cut end—it could be
very hot!
• support long pieces so they won't fall when
cut, and flag the ends to alert passers-by of
potential danger.
• adjust the blade guides as close as possible
to the workpiece to minimize side-to-side
blade movement.
• use coolant when possible to increase blade
life.