Questions and Answers
What should be used when using the fence as a stop for cutting short duplicate pieces to length?
a clearance block
When crosscutting on the table saw, the edge of the wood that is against the fence must be ____________ to keep the wood from twisting and binding the blade.
straight
What should the blade be before starting a cut?
out of the way
Keep your fingers at least ___ inches away from the blade to be safe.
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The shortest piece of wood that can be cut using the crosscut fence is ___.
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What must be used when ripping stock narrower than 6 inches?
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When helping to 'tail off' the saw, students must never ______ on a board being ripped. They should ________________.
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What do you need to do re-sawing on the table?
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What is never left between the blade and fence when ripping on the table saw?
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Keep your fingers at least __ inches from the blade.
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The shortest piece of lumber that can be ripped safely on the table saw is ___ inches.
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When ripping, the edge of the wood that is against the fence must be __________ so that it does not bind.
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Study Notes
Cutting Techniques on the Table Saw
- Use a clearance block when cutting short duplicate pieces to length with the fence.
- Ensure the edge of the wood against the fence is straight to prevent twisting and blade binding during crosscutting.
Safety Practices
- Confirm that the blade is out of the way before making a cut.
- Maintain a distance of at least 4 inches from the blade while crosscutting for safety.
- Always keep your fingers at least 6 inches away from the blade for added protection.
Cutting Limitations
- The minimum length of wood that can be cut using the crosscut fence is 6 inches.
- When ripping stock narrower than 6 inches, a push stick must be utilized for safety.
Assistance Guidelines
- When assisting in "tailing off" during ripping, never pull on the board; instead, hold it up and let the operator push the stock through.
Special Considerations
- Re-sawing is prohibited on the table saw without prior instructor approval.
- Do not leave any piece of wood between the blade and fence when ripping to avoid accidents.
Ripping Standards
- The edge of the wood against the fence should also be straight to avoid binding during ripping operations.
- The shortest piece of lumber that can be ripped safely on the table saw is also 6 inches.
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