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Barry the 14" Wood Bandsaw

Barry is a General International model #90-125 14“ wood bandsaw. He is owned by @dbynoe, and is on long term loan to the space, so please treat the bandsaw nicely.

Status Working as of October 2019
Training If required
Hackable NO
Usage Restrictions Members Only - for cutting wood only, NO CUTTING OF: fiberglass, metal, fingers, meat, soft melty plastics, vegetables, drywall, concrete, stone, etc. - Foam can be cut but the machine must be cleaned after use, and the blade replaced at the users cost as it will get dull fast
Owner @dbynoe
If it Breaks Unplug machine, put a “broken” sign on machine, contact @dbynoe
Loan Status Long term
Arrival Date October 2019
Location Woodshop
Value $700
Champion See Compendium of Champions
Blade Length 93.5” max width of 1/2“

Safety at a Glance

Required:

  • Safety Glasses
  • an experienced bandsaw operator (if this is not you, you must get someone to help you!)

Optional (but recommended):

  • Hearing Protection
  • Dust protection

Prohibited:

  • Gloves (NEVER use gloves near rotating machinery!)
  • Loose clothing
  • Loose hair
  • Cutting of materials other than wood.

Safe Operation Details

See the manual for instructions on changing the blade, including proper tensioning and setting up the guides: Bandsaw Manual

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