Silverline Bandsaw 190mm - Manual (Page 11)

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Preparation
WARNING:
• To avoid possible injury, keep blade wheel motor housing cover closed,
secured in place and in proper working order while the tool is in
operation
• Turn saw OFF and UNPLUG the saw BEFORE removing, adjusting or
installing the blade
• To avoid possibility of injury from an accidental start, ensure the On/Off
Switch (10) is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the
power supply before making adjustments
Applications
Use the bandsaw ONLY for:
• Sawing wood and plastic
• Other applications based on approved accessories
Mitre gauge (Fig 8)
• The Mitre Gauge (19) can be turned 45° left or right
• To set the angle, loosen the Lock Knob (R) and rotate the mitre gauge
until it reaches the desired angle on the Index Scale (Q)
• Re-tighten the Lock Knob (R)
Sawdust ejection port
• The Sawdust Ejection Port (9) blows dust away from the user and the
work area
• The opening of the sawdust ejection port measures 1 ¼" and may be
connected to a standard wet/dry workshop vacuum system
Fence (Fig 9)
• The quick set Fence (20) can be moved on the work table and locked
in place by raising (unlocking) or lowering (locking) the Fence Lock
Handle (S)
WARNING: To prevent personal injury, ALWAYS disconnect the plug from the
power source when making any adjustment.
Operating Instructions
WARNING: To avoid blade contact and personal injury, adjust the Blade
Guard Assembly (3) so that it just clears the upper surface of the workpiece.
• For general cutting, follow the pattern lines by pushing and turning the
workpiece at the same time
• To achieve a curved radius cut, follow the pattern line with the blade
while turning the workpiece. The blade should cut in the middle of the
pattern line
• Use both hands to feed the work through the blade
• Make sure you hold the workpiece firmly against the work table
• Use light forward pressure and do not force the workpiece against the
bandsaw table
NOTE: The blade length for this bandsaw is 1425mm (56 1 ⁄
4
").
WARNING: Blade teeth are sharp. Take care when handling a bandsaw
blade.
Maintenance
WARNING: Always remove the plug from the mains power supply before
carrying out any maintenance/cleaning.
Cleaning
• Keep your machine clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal
parts to wear quickly, shortening the machine’s service life
• Clean the body of your machine with a soft brush, or dry cloth. If
available, use clean, dry, compressed air to blow through the ventilation
holes
Disposal
• Do not dispose of power tools, or other waste electrical and electronic
equipment, with household waste
• Contact your local waste disposal authority for information on the proper
way to dispose of tools
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