Hybrid Atelier - EQUIPMENT

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Machine • Studio

Safety Training is REQUIRED before using this resource and must be cleared by Hybrid Atelier personnel.

Stations

Woodshop

Important Links

Manual

Powerful 15 amp, 3, 800 RPM motor delivers extended power and durability
Exclusive back fence design cuts up to 2x16 dimensional lumber at 90 degree and 2x12 at 45 degree
Super efficient dust collection system captures over 75 percent of dust generated

Maximum Cutting Thickness: 6.75 inch

Eye Protection Required

Wear safety glasses.

Wear Ear Protection

Wear earplugs or earmuffs; provide people using the space with ear protection.

No Loose Clothing

Roll up sleeves; do not wear loose fitting clothes or gloves.

Contain Long Hair

Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

Sturdy Non-Slip Footwear Required

Wear close-toed and sturdy shoes

Wear Mask/Face Shield

Wear a mask/face shield if cutting operation produces dust.

No Jewelry

Remove jewelry and rings.

Hazards

Mechanical Forces

Saw may grab and ‘kick-back’ toward operator.

Flying Debris Forces

Flying chips and airborne dust

Sharp Objects

Contact with rotating blade

Eye Injury

From flying debris

Noise

Cutting operation produces substantial noise.

Things to Avoid

Do not use faulty equipment. Immediately report suspect equipment.
Never leave the machine running unattended.
Do not exceed the maximum cut for the machine.
Do not cut more than one workpiece at a time.
Do not start the saw with the blade touching the workpiece. Allow the blade to reach full speed first.
Do not cut branches, dowel, or wood with embedded nails or screws.
Do not rip solid timber along the grain.
Do not cut ferrous material.
Never have your finger on the trigger until you’re ready to cut.

Safety Checks

Locate and ensure you are familiar with all machine operations and controls.
Check for damaged parts. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Check workspaces and walkways to ensure no slip/trip hazards are present.
Ensure all guards are fitted, secure and functional. Do not operate if guards are missing or faulty.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the tool on.
Ensure the work area is clean and uncluttered. Keep table and work area clear of all tools, off-cut timber and sawdust.
Do not reach underneath the saw unless unplugged.
Start the dust extraction unit before using the machine.

Operational Checks

Ensure all adjustments are secure before making a cut.
Secure the workpiece with clamps and against the guard fences and support the workpiece on a stable platform. Do not use a length stop on the free scrap end of a clamped workpiece.
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the cutting operation, without the material in place, to ensure the saw is unimpeded through its full range of motion.
Avoid reaching over the saw line. Do not cross arms when cutting.
When pulling the saw down, keep other hand, especially the thumb, well clear of the line of cut.
If workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it to achieve the greatest stability toward the fence.
Allow the blade to come to full speed before commencing a cut.
After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw arm down and wait for blade to stop before removing work or off-cut piece.
Before making any adjustments, disconnect the plug from the power source and bring the machine to a complete standstill.
Practice trigger safety by removing finger from trigger until ready to cut.

Cleanup

Turn off the machine and allow the blade to come to a stop
Unplug the miter saw
Clean dust and debris with the Shop-Vac

Sliding Compound Miter Saw