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This is the content required for an introduction to our [[Chop Saw|chop saw]] - '''reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a [[tutor]]!''' It will make it a lot quicker though ;-) | This is the content required for an introduction to our [[Chop Saw|chop saw]] - '''reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a [[tutor]]!''' It will make it a lot quicker though ;-) | ||
Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the machine's [-- | Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the machine's [https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1160415/Herkules-Ksz-2100.html#manual manual]. | ||
== Safety == | == Safety == | ||
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* wear [[goggles]] and [[Ear Defenders|ear defenders]]! | * wear [[goggles]] and [[Ear Defenders|ear defenders]]! | ||
* [[Dust Mask|dust mask]]: depending on the material you're cutting | * [[Dust Mask|dust mask]]: depending on the material you're cutting | ||
* check whether your planned movement is possible before turning the saw on - there are screws that may lock it in several places | * check whether your planned movement is possible before turning the saw on - there are screws that may lock it in several places (see "Demonstration") | ||
* clamp your workpiece to the saw's base, if possible | * clamp your workpiece to the saw's base, if possible | ||
* let the saw start '''before''' touching the workpiece | * let the saw start '''before''' touching the workpiece | ||
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* adjusting the bevel | * adjusting the bevel | ||
* adjusting the rotation | * adjusting the rotation | ||
* setting the depth stop | |||
* releasing the blade guard and starting the saw | * releasing the blade guard and starting the saw | ||
[[Category:Introductions]] | [[Category:Introductions]] | ||
Revision as of 18:50, 27 June 2018
This is the content required for an introduction to our chop saw - reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a tutor! It will make it a lot quicker though ;-)
Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the machine's manual.
Safety
Dangers
- sawdust and small splinters can fly towards the operator and others
- sharp and rotating exposed blade - will keep spinning for a bit after turning the power off!
Precautions
- hook up a shop vac, but be aware the dust extraction from our "Herkules" saw is very incomplete
- wear goggles and ear defenders!
- dust mask: depending on the material you're cutting
- check whether your planned movement is possible before turning the saw on - there are screws that may lock it in several places (see "Demonstration")
- clamp your workpiece to the saw's base, if possible
- let the saw start before touching the workpiece
- keep your hands well clear of the blade until it has stopped completely
Demonstration
The tutor will show you these steps in detail:
- adjusting the bevel
- adjusting the rotation
- setting the depth stop
- releasing the blade guard and starting the saw
