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Saw Blade can be angle to support different cut and longer cut using back and forth movement. | Saw Blade can be angle to support different cut and longer cut using back and forth movement. | ||
Note - this brand of saw is designed to cut metal as well as wood, but is currently fitted with a '''wood only blade''' - the [[Equipment/Donkey Saw|Donkey Saw]] is a better tool for metal cutting | |||
Note - this | |||
Instructions for the old mitre saw (not an exact match for the current model, but still useful for reference) can be found below | Instructions for the old mitre saw (not an exact match for the current model, but still useful for reference) can be found below | ||
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[[Media:Mitre_Saw_Blade_Change_-_Supplemental.pdf|Supplemental manual for changing saw blade]] | [[Media:Mitre_Saw_Blade_Change_-_Supplemental.pdf|Supplemental manual for changing saw blade]] | ||
{{:Risk Assessment/ Mitre Saws}} | |||
= Induction Script = | |||
The first stage of any induction is to read and familiarise with the Risk Assessment and PPE requirements | |||
===What is a Mitre Saw For=== | |||
Cutting strip material to length, at a variety of angles | |||
This one for wood only (this model is sold with a wood/ metal combo blade but we have a wood blade fitted) | |||
Alternatives: | |||
• Bandsaw or hand tools for small parts | |||
• Table saw with crosscut sled for precision, repeat parts, or stopped cuts | |||
===Parts of the Saw=== | |||
Point Out: | |||
* The blade | |||
* The blade guard | |||
* The Table | |||
* The 'no hands zone' (swivelling part) | |||
* The workholding clamp | |||
* The mitre adjustment | |||
* The bevel adjustment | |||
* The sliders | |||
* The slider lock | |||
* The 2-stage trigger | |||
===Straight Cutting=== | |||
# Check the angle is as you expect (for precise work, test cut and adjust) | |||
# Position work. Unlock guard to lower saw to pencil mark, if required | |||
# Clamp work, if necessary | |||
# Make sure saw is clear of the work, activate 2-stage trigger, allow to get up to full speed | |||
# If work is wide, pull saw towards you and down, then push through to finish the cut | |||
# Raise saw to the locked 'home' position - until you hear the click | |||
# Remove workpiece | |||
===Mitre Cut=== | |||
# Unscrew orange locking handle at front to unlock | |||
# Pull locating lever up and rotate to desired angle (gauge at front is a guide, test cut and adjust if it's critical) | |||
# Re-tighten locating lever | |||
# Think about how the new angle affects your workholding and that the blade path is clear (if possible, cut angles so your workholding hand is the obtuse side) | |||
# Make your cut, as normal | |||
# As a courtesy to other users, rest to 90° when done | |||
===Bevel Cut=== | |||
# Unlock bevel locking screw (at rear of saw) | |||
# Rotate to desired angle | |||
# Lock off locking screw | |||
# Think about how the new angle affects your workholding and that the blade path is clear (if possible, cut angles so your workholding hand is the obtuse side) | |||
# Make your cut, as normal | |||
# As a courtesy to other users, rest to 90° when done | |||
===After Use=== | |||
# Always Sweep down the saw and the surrounding bench | |||
# Dust will build up inside the saw and a hoover is needed to deep clean it (and sometimes, compressed air right into crevices). It's not necessary to do this every time but this should be done at regular intervals, at least once a month. If it looks like it hasn't been done for a while, be a good citizen and do it. | |||
