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Fig. 4
DIRECTION
OF ROTATION
Blades and Blade Selection
The blade dimensions required for this saw is:
.020" thickness, 1/2" wide and 44-7/8" in length.
The .020" thickness reduces blade fatigue and
provide maximum tooth life. To maximize cutting
life, use a blade with correct pitch (teeth per
inch) for the specific cutting job.
To select the proper blade, three factors should
be considered: The size, shape, and type of ma-
terial to be cut.
Generally, soft materials require coarse pitch
blade and hard materials require fine pitch
blades. Use coarse pitch blades for thick work
and fine pitch blades for thin work. It is impor-
tant to keep at least three teeth in the cut (see
"Typical Application".)
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Assembly
BLADE ROTATION
BLADE ROTATION
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Saw Hook
(Fig. 5)
Your band saw features a Saw Hook 22 for hang-
ing the saw when not in use.
When using the saw hook always be aware that
the blade is exposed. Always hang the tool in an
area where yourself and bystanders cannot ac-
cidently make contact with the blade.
To reduce the risk of injury,
use care in selecting the lo-
cation for hanging the tool.
• Select a suitably sized and shaped object that
will provide adequate hanging stability. An
unstable hanging surface could result in the
tool unexpectedly falling.
• Ensure that the tool is hung out of the way of
walkways and working areas with bystanders.
The tool could be bumped causing the tool to
unexpectedly fall.
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