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Fusonk: /* General Safety Rules of the Woodshop */

2024-06-14T11:56:55Z

General Safety Rules of the Woodshop

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 The order of this document is to give some basic information of what will happen in the woodshop during the training. This orientation assumes that they have gone through our general space orientation.<p>Do not operate any power equipment if you are under the influence of anything, in a hurry, are tired, or are not feeling well.</p>
 <p>Inspect the equipment before using it.</p>
 == <span style="font-size: 24pt;">Equipment</span> ==

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Zapf: /* General Safety Rules of the Woodshop */

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General Safety Rules of the Woodshop

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	*<div class="li">Keep floors clean, clear, and dry</div>		*<div class="li">Keep floors clean, clear, and dry</div>
	**<div class="li">Keep extension cords off of the floor when not in use</div>		**<div class="li">Keep extension cords off of the floor when not in use</div>
	*<div class="li">~~Don~~'~~t throw oily rags in the trash can~~</div>		*<div class="li">Any rag or paper towel with used with oil-based or potentially flammable finishes '''MUST BE DISPOSED OF IN THE OILY WASTE CAN'''<br></div>
	*<div class="li">Store finishes in the yellow cabinet</div>		*<div class="li">Store finishes in the yellow fire cabinet<br></div>
	*<div class="li">Don't eat and drink around power tools</div>		<div class="li">
			*Don't eat and drink around power tools
			***'''DO NOT PUT DRINKS OR OTHER LIQUIDS ON CAST IRON SURFACES'''
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	*<div class="li">Be aware of people around you when using equipment, and don't approach others while they are using equipment</div>		*<div class="li">Be aware of people around you when using equipment, and don't approach others while they are using equipment</div>

Fusonk: /* Router Table */

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Router Table

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	== Router Table ==		== Router Table ==
	<div class="level2">		<div class="level2">

			[[File:Router Table.jpg\|200px\|right\|middle]]

	*<div class="li">''No loose clothing, loose hair, or loose jewelry. No rings.''</div>		*<div class="li">''No loose clothing, loose hair, or loose jewelry. No rings.''</div>
	*<div class="li">''Produces LOTS of dust. Respiratory protection is recommended. Clean up after yourself.''</div>		*<div class="li">''Produces LOTS of dust. Respiratory protection is recommended. Clean up after yourself.''</div>

Fusonk: /* Table Saw */

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Table Saw

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	== Table Saw ==		== Table Saw ==
	<div class="level2">		<div class="level2">

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	*<div class="li">''Remove the splitter for dado or shallow grooves''</div>		*<div class="li">''Remove the splitter for dado or shallow grooves''</div>
	*<div class="li">''Raise the blade height to just above the piece.''</div>		*<div class="li">''Raise the blade height to just above the piece.''</div>
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	#<div ><p>Move the gauge and piece forward through the blade and back in one motion</p></div>		#<div ><p>Move the gauge and piece forward through the blade and back in one motion</p></div>
	<br>		<br>

	== Router Table ==		== Router Table ==
	<div class="level2">		<div class="level2">

Fusonk: /* Bandsaw */

2024-06-12T13:42:16Z

Bandsaw

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	== Bandsaw ==		== Bandsaw ==
	<div class="level2">		<div class="level2">

			[[File:Bandsaw.jpg\|200px\|right\|middle]]
	*<div class="li">''Larger blades are for resawing, smaller blades can do tighter curves. Bring your own for special use.''</div>		*<div class="li">''Larger blades are for resawing, smaller blades can do tighter curves. Bring your own for special use.''</div>
	*<div class="li">''Many adjustments are possible, avoid them unless you are changing the blade.''</div>		*<div class="li">''Many adjustments are possible, avoid them unless you are changing the blade.''</div>

Fusonk: /* Miter Saw */

2024-06-12T13:40:17Z

Miter Saw

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	== Miter Saw ==		== Miter Saw ==
	<div class="level2">		<div class="level2">

			[[File:Miter Saw.jpg\|200px\|right\|middle]]

	*<div class="li">The miter saw is used to make rough cuts to length and to quickly cut angles.</div>		*<div class="li">The miter saw is used to make rough cuts to length and to quickly cut angles.</div>
	*<div class="li">There are end stops on the fence</div>		*<div class="li">There are end stops on the fence</div>
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	<p>''Have members demonstrate usage with a test cut, if necessary''</p>		<p>''Have members demonstrate usage with a test cut, if necessary''</p>
	''Resources:''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fjHvYy5lkg Miter Saw for Beginners]		''Resources:''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fjHvYy5lkg Miter Saw for Beginners]

	== Bandsaw ==		== Bandsaw ==
	<div class="level2">		<div class="level2">

Fusonk at 19:54, 7 June 2024

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	== General Information ==		== General Information ==
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	<div>Saw blades can be found inside the ~~Woodshop~~. When using any equipment in the woodshop, make sure to wear all proper safety equipment.		<div>Saw blades can be found inside the [[Wood Shop\|Wood Shop]]. When using any equipment in the woodshop, make sure to wear all proper safety equipment.

	If you have any issues with Wood Shop equipment, the slack channels associated with this space include: #general, #shop-cnc, and #shop-wood		If you have any issues with Wood Shop equipment, the slack channels associated with this space include: #general, #shop-cnc, and #shop-wood
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	*<div class="li">''Keep left hand away from the blade, preferably away from the board ~~also~~''</div>		*<div class="li">''Keep left hand away from the blade, preferably away from the board as well''</div>
	*<div class="li">''Use push sticks and blocks.''</div>		*<div class="li">''Use push sticks and blocks.''</div>
	*<div class="li">''Push the piece down and towards the fence with your right hand/block, keep left hand clear''</div>		*<div class="li">''Push the piece down and towards the fence with your right hand/block, keep left hand clear''</div>

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== General Information ==

Saw blades can be found inside the Woodshop. When using any equipment in the woodshop, make sure to wear all proper safety equipment. If you have any issues with Wood Shop equipment, the slack channels associated with this space include: #general, #shop-cnc, and #shop-wood == Orientation == The order of this document is to give some basic information of what will happen in the woodshop during the training. This orientation a..."

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Created page with "<div> == General Information == </div> <div>Saw blades can be found inside the Woodshop. When using any equipment in the woodshop, make sure to wear all proper safety equipment. If you have any issues with Wood Shop equipment, the slack channels associated with this space include: #general, #shop-cnc, and #shop-wood == Orientation == The order of this document is to give some basic information of what will happen in the woodshop during the training. This orientation a..."

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== General Information ==
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<div>Saw blades can be found inside the Woodshop. When using any equipment in the woodshop, make sure to wear all proper safety equipment.

If you have any issues with Wood Shop equipment, the slack channels associated with this space include: #general, #shop-cnc, and #shop-wood
== Orientation ==

The order of this document is to give some basic information of what will happen in the woodshop during the training. This orientation assumes that they have gone through our general space orientation.<p>Do not operate any power equipment if you are under the influence of anything, in a hurry, are tired, or are not feeling well.</p>
<p>Inspect the equipment before using it.</p>

== General Safety Rules of the Woodshop ==

*<div class="li">Attire</div>
**<div class="li">Avoid loose clothes and hair</div>
**<div class="li">Remove rings</div>
**<div class="li">Wear close-toed shoes</div>
**<div class="li">Don't wear gloves when operating power tools</div>
*<div class="li">Wear Safety Glasses</div>
*<div class="li">Wear respiratory protection when appropriate</div>
*<div class="li">Wear hearing protection for loud equipment or extended use</div>
*<div class="li">Keep floors clean, clear, and dry</div>
**<div class="li">Keep extension cords off of the floor when not in use</div>
*<div class="li">Don't throw oily rags in the trash can</div>
*<div class="li">Store finishes in the yellow cabinet</div>
*<div class="li">Don't eat and drink around power tools</div>
*<div class="li">Be aware of people around you when using equipment, and don't approach others while they are using equipment</div>

== <span style="font-size: 24pt;">Equipment</span> ==

== Miter Saw ==
<div class="level2">

*<div class="li">The miter saw is used to make rough cuts to length and to quickly cut angles.</div>
*<div class="li">There are end stops on the fence</div>
*<div class="li">You shouldn't need to clamp the workpiece, but can if you prefer.</div>
#<div class="li">Mark the cut on the piece</div>
#<div class="li">Match the blade to the mark</div>
#<div class="li">The left hand holds the piece against the fence. '''Keep clear of blade'''</div>
#<div class="li">Right-hand thumb on safety, squeeze trigger.</div>
#<div class="li">Dust collection will turn on automatically</div>
#<div class="li">Bring the blade down and up in one motion</div>
#<div class="li">If the piece is large, watch out for pinching on the blade.</div>
<p>''Have members demonstrate usage with a test cut, if necessary''</p>
''Resources:''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fjHvYy5lkg Miter Saw for Beginners]
== Bandsaw ==
<div class="level2">

*<div class="li">''Larger blades are for resawing, smaller blades can do tighter curves. Bring your own for special use.''</div>
*<div class="li">''Many adjustments are possible, avoid them unless you are changing the blade.''</div>
*<div class="li">''The main things to adjust are the fence, guard release lever, and guard height wheel.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Make sure the blade is tensioned. With the machine OFF, see if there is any give in the blade. If so, flip the blade tension lever on the back.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Adjust the guard to the height of your workpiece''</div>
#<div class="li">''Set fence''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn the dust collector on (adjust gates as necessary)''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn bandsaw on''</div>
#<div class="li">''Run the piece through the blade, keeping fingers clear. Long pieces may need support from the back.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn bandsaw off''</div>
<p>''Have the user demonstrate a test cut<br>Demonstrate the floor cleanout next to the bandsaw''</p>

== Table Saw ==
<div class="level2">

*<div class="li">''Remove the splitter for dado or shallow grooves''</div>
*<div class="li">''Raise the blade height to just above the piece.''</div>
*<div class="li">''Lower blade when finished.''</div>
*<div class="li">''Change the blade between fine finish, rip, and general if you want''</div>
**<div class="li">''Inserts match to the saw blade. If changing the blade, use the default insert or matching zero-clearance insert.''</div>
**<div class="li">''Threads are the opposite of normal''</div>
**<div class="li">''When changing the blade don't lose the bolt and washer down into the saw - a pain to get out''</div>
*<div class="li">''Unplug the saw and move the extension cord when you are done''</div>
*<div class="li">''Sweep off the steel top with a brush, not oily hands''</div>
</div>

=== General Safety ===
<div class="level3">

*<div class="li">''Keep left hand away from the blade, preferably away from the board also''</div>
*<div class="li">''Use push sticks and blocks.''</div>
*<div class="li">''Push the piece down and towards the fence with your right hand/block, keep left hand clear''</div>
*<div class="li">''Don't mess with the offcut until the saw is off''</div>
</div></div>

=== Rip Cut ===
<div class="level3">

*<div class="li">Rip cuts are made with the grain of a board (cutting longways)</div>
*<div class="li">Be wary of warped wood. It can pinch the blade and kick back.</div>
*<div class="li">Make sure you are using the splitter on the saw</div>
*<div class="li">Use proper outfeed support for long boards</div>
#<div class="li">Consider changing to a rip-cut blade (especially if the wood is thick, gnarly, or on the wet side)</div>
#<div class="li">Line up the fence to the appropriate measurement and lock it down.</div>
#<div class="li">Adjust blade height to just above the blade</div>
#<div class="li">Turn dust collection on</div>
#<div class="li">Turn saw on</div>
#<div class="li">Stand slightly to the side of the blade (not directly behind it)</div>
#<div class="li">Using a push block with the right hand to hold the board down and against the fence, push the board until it is cut through.</div>
#<div class="li">Continue pushing the board against the fence until it is past the blade.</div>
#<div class="li">'''don't mess with the offcut'''</div>
#<div class="li">turn the saw off</div>
<p>''Have the user demonstrate a test cut with scrap MDF or plywood''</p>

=== Cross Cut ===
<div class="level3">

*<div class="li">''Cross cuts are made when you are cutting against the grain (or across the short dimension of a board)''</div>
*<div class="li">''Use crosscut sled''</div>
*<div class="li">''Watch thumbs where the blade comes through the sled''</div>
*<div class="li">''Make sure the piece and sled are clear of the fence during the operation''</div>
*<div class="li">''Grooves and dados can also be cut with repeated passes.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn dust collection on''</div>
#<div class="li">''Put sled on the table''</div>
#<div class="li">''Raise blade height to just above the workpiece''</div>
#<div class="li">'''''with the saw off, '''line up the piece with the blade, then hold or clamp the piece against the fence''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn on saw''</div>
#<div class="li">''With hands on either side of the sled fence, '''clear of the blade kerf''', slide the sled forward and back in one motion, pulling back as soon as the blade is through the piece.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn off saw''</div>
<p>''Have the user demonstrate a test cut with a scrap 2×4''</p></div>

=== Miter Cut ===
<div class="level3">

*<div class="li">''Use the Incra miter gauge to cut arbitrary angles. Using the Miter Saw might be simpler.''</div>
*<div class="li">''Usage is similar to the crosscut sled.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Adjust blade height to just above the piece''</div>
#<div class="li">''Adjust the miter gauge to correct the angle''</div>
#<div class="li">''Measure the piece against the '''stopped''' blade and clamp the piece to the miter gauge fence''</div>
#<div class="li">''Ensure the table saw fence is clear of the workpiece''</div>
#<div class="li">''Hold the fence, gauge, and piece around the miter gauge, which should be to the left of the saw blade''</div>
#<div class="li">'''''Do NOT''' hold the piece to the right of the blade''</div>
#<div class="li">''Move the gauge and piece forward through the blade and back in one motion''</div>
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== Router Table ==
<div class="level2">

*<div class="li">''No loose clothing, loose hair, or loose jewelry. No rings.''</div>
*<div class="li">''Produces LOTS of dust. Respiratory protection is recommended. Clean up after yourself.''</div>
*<div class="li">''Router bits are your responsibility''</div>
*<div class="li">''Demonstrate loading and unloading of router bits''</div>
*<div class="li">''Multiple passes will help with overloading the router and burning''</div>
*<div class="li">''Leave a very small final pass for a clean finish''</div>
#<div class="li">''Align the fence with the bit.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Set up a fingerboard if downward or sideways pressure will be hard to do safely''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn on dust collection''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn on router''</div>
#<div class="li">''Pass material through evenly, with the bit rotating towards you and cutting with the grain''</div>
#<div class="li">''Turn router off''</div>
</div></div>

== Extra ==
<div class="level2">

*<div class="li">Sharpening Station</div>
*<div class="li">Sanding</div>
**<div class="li">Don't push so hard you slow or stop the belt.</div>
**<div class="li">Use a wax stick to clean the belt</div>
**<div class="li">Clean up dust afterwards</div>
*<div class="li">Wood Storage - label if wood is claimed, don't leave it for long</div>
*<div class="li">The track saw is useful for safe, straight cuts on weird or large pieces</div>
*<div class="li">The scroll saw is like a slow bandsaw or an automated fret saw. There are some extra blades, bring more if you need different characteristics.</div>
*<div class="li">We have a lot of woodworking books in the library. Check it out!</div>
*<div class="li">The orientation document is on the wiki</div>
*<div class="li">In-progress project storage is ok if it is not in the way and is labeled</div>
*<div class="li">There are lockers available for smaller project storage</div>
</div></div></div></div>