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JULY/ AUG 2001 IN THIS ISSUE DEPARTMENTS SURF’S UP FREE FROM SHOPSMITH FEEDBACK Copyright
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From the Shopsmith |
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TIPS FOR SAW BLADE SAFETY & MAINTENANCE It's
important to remember that table saw operations lead the list of
in-shop accidents. But, like ALL power tool accidents, they're preventable
by simply using common sense and avoiding the use of hazardous techniques.
First, be sure your table saw and accessories are properly and accurately
aligned. Also, be aware that a dull blade (or one that's covered
in pitch) is NOT safe to use. If the blade binds, the stock can
kick back toward you, resulting in personal injury. NOTE:
The glues and resins used in man-made materials such as particleboard
and MDF...and the resins used in laminates WILL cause rapid dulling
of your blades (more so, of course, with steel blades than with
carbide-tipped blades)...and that can spell DANGER. So, keep
your blades sharp. Don't force tough stocks rapidly through a cut,
as this can result in overheating and warpage. And keep your blades
free of pitch and gum by using a saw
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