Operation; Important Operating Instructions; Before You Start Working; Before Each Work Step - Zipper Maschinen ZI-BAS205 Instrucciones De Servicio

OPERATION

17 OPERATION

Important operating instructions

Device to be operated in a perfect state only. Inspect the device visually every time it is to be
used. Check in particular the safety equipment, electrical controls, electric cables, operating
components and screwed connection for damage and if tightened properly. Replace any
damaged parts before operating the device.

17.1.1 Before you start working

 Check the workpiece for foreign objects, cracks and loose knots.
 General technical condition of the machine.
 Safety equipment available and in working order.
 All the components for correct fit and function.
 Moving parts are not blocked.
 If all tools have been removed from the machine for service / maintenance.
 Use only sharp, crack-free and sufficiently set saw blades.
 Check that the saw blade on the band saw wheel is correctly tensioned and aligned.
 Check the saw blade guide for correct adjustment.
 Have any necessary aids (e.g.: rip fence, push stick, etc.) ready.
 If gloves are required for workpiece handling, they must be finger-free.

17.1.2 Before each work step

 Wait until the sawband has reached full speed – then performing the cut!
 Never switch the machine on while pressing the blade against the material!
 Move the adjustable guard for the band saw blade as close as possible to the workpiece.
 When feeding the workpiece, do not place your hands on the workpiece in the area of the
cutting plane.
 Feed the workpiece at a constant speed and constant pressure.
 Use aids for safe workpiece guidance:
- When cutting workpieces standing on edge, secure them against tilting (e.g. by
means of rip fence).
- Secure round workpieces against twisting with a wedge support.
- For long or wide workpieces, ensure good workpiece support (e.g. by widening or
lengthening the table).
 Never remove splinters or chips by hand while the saw blade is running.

17.1.3 After work

 Switch machine off, wait for standstill.
 Remove wood chips and splinters from cutting area and table insert.
 Lower the saw blade cover onto the work table.
 To protect the running surfaces of the wheels, detension the band saw blade and attach
a warning sign to the machine reminding you that the saw blade tension must be reset
before the next use.

Switching On and Off

ON-switch (I): starting the machine
OFF-switch(0): stopping the machine
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