BandSaw Flashcard

Front

The safe distance with a saw is 1 inch. (Keep your hand or fingers at least 1 inch away from the blade)

Back

False

Front

Can band saws cut fairly straight lines and curved cuts, but not perfectly straight lines?

Back

true

Front

Always keep your hands on both sides of the blade, never align with the blade

Back

True

Front

If the blade breaks or falls off, it should be immediately shut down and kept away.

Back

False

Front

When cutting circular materials such as wooden sticks, use a V-block to prevent the material from rotating.

Back

True

Front

Can the bandsaw be adjusted during operation, as long as you are careful?

Back

False

Front

If you think your fingers are too close to the blade, using scrap blocks or push sticks to complete the cut is a good practice.

Back

True

Front

If you enter a cut that is too steep, always stop the machine, wait for it to stop, then back up, and then try again.

Back

True

Front

Always stand in front of the saw blade, never on the right side. (If the blade breaks, it will move to the right)

Back

True

Front

Should the blade guide/protector be placed 1/8" above the material you are cutting?

Back

True