Stock should be surfaced and at least one edge jointed before being cut on the saw. The position of the stock must be controlled either by the fence or the miter gauge. NEVER CUT STOCK FREE HAND.
When cutting stock on the table saw you should never stand?
Stand to one side of the saw blade when cutting; do not allow others to stand in direct line with the saw blade while the saw is operating. 9.
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Personal protective equipment which should be worn when operating the table saw is/are? When setting the sable saw up for a job, the saw blade should be checked for cracks and missing teeth.
When sawing stock with the grain you must use a?
A “V” block must be used when cutting cylindrical stock. Backing the wood away from the blade while the saw is running will throw the wood toward you. If it is necessary to remove the wood, always stop the saw first. Work should always be held firmly against the fence or miter gauge.
When operating a table saw you should stand?
The best place to stand when you are using a table saw is to the left of the saw blade in a position that is natural and comfortable for you. Standing away from the direct line of the blade is important for safety. If you stand to the left, you’ll automatically position the blade between you and the fence.
When using the table saw you should stand inline with the blade when feeding the stock?
Stand to one side, never directly in line with, of work being fed through the saw. Use the proper blade for the material and type of cut.
When using the table saw you must use a push stick when the material being cut is less than how wide?
Use a push stick when ripping material less than 4 inches wide.
What should you do before making any adjustments to a table saw?
Make any adjustments to the height or angle of the blade that may be necessary BEFORE turning the Table Saw on. Do NOT raise or lower the blade while the saw is on. The teeth of the saw blade are to be ____________above the stock you are wanting to cut.
What kind of cut should never be done on the radial arm saw?
Never clear small pieces while blade is moving. Never adjust saw or setup while saw is running. Never cross arms. Radial arm saws cut in a fashion that pulls the blade into the piece pushing the stock to the fence.
When cutting small stock you should always use a?
1. Adjust the blade guard to where it is ¼ inch above the highest part of the wood. 2. Use a push stick whenever possible and always when cutting small objects.
When removing cutting on any machine you must not use the?
Do not remove sawdust or cuttings from the cutting head by hand while a machine is running. Use a stick or brush when the machine has stopped moving. Do not use compressed air to remove sawdust, turnings, etc. from machines or clothing.
Why is table saw safety important?
Put on your safety glasses and hearing protection. Material cut on table saw must have machined surface against table, fence, and miter gauge.This provides a more accurate cut and reduces the risk of kickback.
What is a primary hazard of using a table saw?
The teeth on the blade can cut off fingers. The rotation can make the workpiece into a hazardous projectile and throw it back at the operator at high speed (“kickback”). It can eject a spray of saw dust particles, fragments from metal embedded in the wood, such as staples, and broken blade parts.
What are the safety features of a table saw?
Table Saw Safety Features (Woodworking)
- Riving Knife & Splitter.
- Anti-Kickback Pawls.
- Push Stick.
- Blade Guard.
- Magnetic switch.
- Sensors.
Where do you stand when using a cut saw?
Always place your saw down on a flat and level surface. Never try to speed up the run down time of the saw by slowing the disc with your hand. Ensure any bystanders are stood away from your working area and are also wearing the appropriate safety gear.
Why do you not stand to the right of the blade?
Never stand or allow others to stand to the right of the band saw when it is running. If you hear a clicking noise, turn off the saw at once. This indicates a crack or kink in the blade as it passes through the guide.
What is the margin of safety on the table saw?
Don’t reach over or behind the table saw blade. Never position your hands or fingers in the path of the table saw blade. Keep a 4-6” margin of safety all the way around your table saw blade.
What would you use a table saw for?
A table saw will help you make accurate and precise cuts on wood. They make three types of cuts: cross cut, ripping cut and a dado cut. Crosscut: A cut that is made against the grain or narrow grain of a board. Ripping cut: A cut along the length of a board.
Why is my table saw binding?
Your table saw will bind when you cut if the back dimension measurement from the blade to the fence is less than the fence’s blade’s front dimension. When that happens, your timber or wood will follow a triangular path instead of a parallel one.As a result, the blade tries to fight back, resulting in a kickback.
How do you evaluate a table saw?
Mount a dial indicator on a magnet and set it on the table with the tip reading the face of the plate near the outer edge. Spin the arbor by hand and watch the dial. As you go through a rotation, watch how much the dial changes from the highest to lowest reading. That is the amount of runout.
When cross cutting on the table saw it is not important to use the miter gauge?
Tips. Cross-cuts on boards longer than 4 feet should probably not be attempted using a table saw and a miter gauge. Not only are they too difficult to align accurately, but the saw table is usually too small to accommodate such a board safely.
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