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Vertical Bandsaw
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Last updated January 9, 2024

.. attention::

    **WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES** and **Ear Protection**

Instructions
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If the glove gets caught in the blade your whole hand can be dragged in 

.. note:: 

    Note: Keep the workspace clean and free from debris to prevent accidents

1. Mark your margins with a marker 

    a. Pro tip: Inner side of the mark should be aligned on the ruler

    .. image:: ../Photos/Bandsaw/Marking.png

    (Mark at two places at the far edges)

    b. Then, connect the two dots (geometry!!!) to form a line

2. Set up the “guiding fence” and the Table

    a. Adjust the fence to the desired cutting width, ensuring it is parallel to the blade

        i. Pro tip: use a straight side

    b. Set the table height to match the material thickness for a stable and accurate cut

3. Mark the Cut

    a. Double check: Avoid wearing loose clothing or accessories that could get caught in the machine

    b. Align the saw with the line 

    c. Turn on the machine by pressing the green switch (located around your waist lvl)

    d. Hold the material firmly against the fence and table while keeping your hands a safe distance away from the blade

        i. Pro tip: Grab a wooden block to assist you with feeding the material

        .. image:: ../Photos/Bandsaw/Wood.png

    e. Slowly feed the material into the blade, maintaining a steady and even pace

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        Caution: Make sure you alert people around you that you are sawing

    .. caution::

        Caution: Keep your fingers and hands away from the blade path at all times

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        Caution: Do not leave the bandsaw unattended while it's running

    f. Let the blade do the cutting without forcing the material

    g. When you are through the material, press the red switch next to the green switch

4. Post-Cut

    a.  After completing the cut, turn off the bandsaw and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before removing the material

        i. Pro tip: You might want to sand the edges only a little bit

5. ASK IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS!!!!