Woodstock M1113 - Manual (Page 26)

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M1113 18" Wood/Metal Bandsaw
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OPERATIONS
General
This machine will perform many types of operations
that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these
operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incor-
rectly.
The instructions in this section are written with the under-
standing that the operator has the necessary knowledge
and skills to operate this machine. If at any time you are
experiencing difficulties performing any operation, stop
using the machine!
If you are an inexperienced operator, we strongly recom-
mend that you read books, trade articles, or seek training
from an experienced bandsaw operator before performing
any unfamiliar operations. Above all, your safety should
come first!
READ and understand this entire instruc-
tion manual before using this machine.
Serious personal injury may occur if
safety and operational information is not
understood and followed. DO NOT risk
your safety by not reading!
Figure 34. Motor, speed, and power
controls.
Figure 35. Blade tension/guide post
controls.
Speed Dial
Power
Switch
Motor
Switch
Digital
Display
Blade Tension
Lever
Blade Guide
Elevation
Handwheel
Blade Guide
Assembly
Basic Controls
Motor Switch: Starts and stops the motor. Only works
after the power switch has been reset and turned ON.
Speed Dial: Adjusts the speed of the motor, which is dis-
played in RPM on the digital display.
Power Switch: Turns power ON/OFF to the motor switch.
OFF button must be reset (by pushing it all the way in)
before power will turn ON again.
Blade Tension Lever: Increases/decreases blade tension
when rotated. Quickly releases blade tension when piv-
oted up.
Blade Guide Elevation Handwheel: Raises/lowers the
upper blade guide assembly when rotated. The blade
guide assembly should always be no farther than 1" above
the workpiece when cutting.