Shop Fox Resaw Bandsaw

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Shop Fox Resaw Bandsaw
Name Shop Fox Resaw Bandsaw
Zone Wood Shop


Owner i3Detroit
Make Model Shop Fox W1729
Part Number
Date Acquired 2/10/26
Storage Location
Authorization Required No
Status Running
Value $900



Documentation Operations Manual

Specifications

Other References


Intro

Dedicated resaw bandsaw fitted with 1 inch 3TPI blade. Maximum 12 in resaw capacity.

Rules

Allowed adjustments for work piece being sawn include:

  • Guide Post height,
  • Table angle,
  • Use of alternative fence attachments (e.g., high fence for tall resaws).

Other adjustments to guide positions, blade changes, are not allowed unless you are an authorized maintainer.

  • Open blast gate and turn on dust collector. Close blast gate when done.
  • For cutting wood or plastics, no metals
  • Read, understand and follow the safety instructions found in the manual
  • Keep fingers 3 inches from the blade
  • Do not cut wood that is not flat on the bottom, use a jig
  • Never clear small pieces while the blade is running
  • Do not push work with your thumbs.
  • Keep guards in place
  • Do not force the tool, it will do a better job at the rates it is designed for
  • Wear proper apparel, do not wear loose clothing or other items that may get caught. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
  • Always wear Safety glasses.

Instructions

  • Refer to operations manual for instructions on rip cuts, cross cuts, resawing and other techniques
  • Plan your cuts before making them
  • Set Upper Blade guide assembly, raise or lower to just above the material being cut
  • Feed material only into the blade DO NOT BACK UP MATERIAL with the machine running or the blade will come loose from the guides. stop it first.
  • Feed work gently into the blade, do not force the work or bend the blade
  • Both hands should be used to feed the wood, and placed on opposite sides of the blade
  • A jig or clamp should be used to hold odd shaped or round pieces
  • Make through cuts or release cuts, if needed predrill holes so that waste pieces can be removed

Maintenance Info

FAQ

ToDo


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