basic band sac/sander operation
BASIC BAND SAW/SANDER OPERATION
A band saw is basically a "curve cutting" machine. It differs
from a saw in two respects. It is capable of cutting thicker
material and it cuts faster. Unlike a saw, it is not capable
of doing inside cutting.
Your Craftsman Band Saw/Sander is not only capable of
the usual band saw operations, but it can be converted into
a sander as well. You can finish wood, certain compositions
and plastics and non-ferrous metals.
SAWING
1. Adjust the upper guides not more than 1/4" above your
workpiece.
2. Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly against the table. Use gentle
pressure, and do not force the work, but allow the blade
to cut.
3. The smallest diameter that can be cut out is determined
by the width of the blade. For example, a 1/4" wide
blade will cut a minimum diameter of approximately
1-I/2".
SANDING
The sanding belt cuts very rapidly. Practice with some
scraps of wood first before you attempt to sand your
actual workpiece.
1. Press the workpiece gently against the sanding belt,
and keep moving it until the edge is smooth.
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