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..."
<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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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>
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>
<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>
*<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>
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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">
[[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>
*<div class="li">''The main things to adjust are the fence, guard release lever, and guard height wheel.''</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 ><p>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.</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Adjust the guard to the height of your workpiece''</div>
#<div ><p>Adjust the guard to the height of your workpiece</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Set fence''</div>
#<div ><p>Set fence</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Turn the dust collector on (adjust gates as necessary)''</div>
#<div ><p>Turn the dust collector on (adjust gates as necessary)</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Turn bandsaw on''</div>
#<div ><p>Turn bandsaw on</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Run the piece through the blade, keeping fingers clear. Long pieces may need support from the back.''</div>
#<div ><p>Run the piece through the blade, keeping fingers clear. Long pieces may need support from the back.</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Turn bandsaw off''</div>
#<div ><p>Turn bandsaw off</p></div>
<p>''Have the user demonstrate a test cut<br>Demonstrate the floor cleanout next to the bandsaw''</p>
<p>''Have the user demonstrate a test cut<br>Demonstrate the floor cleanout next to the bandsaw''</p>
== Table Saw ==
== Table Saw ==
<div class="level2">
<div class="level2">
[[File:Table Saw.jpg|200px|right|middle]]
*<div class="li">''Remove the splitter for dado or shallow grooves''</div>
*<div class="li">''Remove the splitter for dado or shallow grooves''</div>
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=== General Safety ===
=== General Safety ===
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*<div class="li">''Keep left hand away from the blade, preferably away from the board as well''</div>
*<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">''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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=== Rip Cut ===
=== Rip Cut ===
<div class="level3">
<div class="level3">
*<div class="li">Rip cuts are made with the grain of a board (cutting longways)</div>
*<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">Be wary of warped wood. It can pinch the blade and kick back.</div>
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=== Cross Cut ===
=== Cross Cut ===
<div class="level3">
<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">''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">''Use crosscut sled''</div>
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*<div class="li">''Make sure the piece and sled are clear of the fence during the operation''</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">''Grooves and dados can also be cut with repeated passes.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Raise blade height to just above the workpiece''</div>
#<div ><p>Raise blade height to just above the workpiece</p></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 ><p>with the saw off, line up the piece with the blade, then hold or clamp the piece against the fence</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Turn on saw''</div>
#<div ><p>Turn on saw</p></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 ><p>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.</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Turn off saw''</div>
#<div ><p>Turn off saw</p></div>
<p>''Have the user demonstrate a test cut with a scrap 2×4''</p></div>
<p>''Have the user demonstrate a test cut with a scrap 2×4''</p></div>
=== Miter Cut ===
=== Miter Cut ===
<div class="level3">
<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">''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">''Usage is similar to the crosscut sled.''</div>
#<div class="li">''Adjust blade height to just above the piece''</div>
#<div ><p>Adjust blade height to just above the piece</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Adjust the miter gauge to correct the angle''</div>
#<div ><p>Adjust the miter gauge to correct the angle</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Measure the piece against the '''stopped''' blade and clamp the piece to the miter gauge fence''</div>
#<div ><p>Measure the piece against the stopped blade and clamp the piece to the miter gauge fence</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Ensure the table saw fence is clear of the workpiece''</div>
#<div ><p>Ensure the table saw fence is clear of the workpiece</p></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 ><p>Hold the fence, gauge, and piece around the miter gauge, which should be to the left of the saw blade</p></div>
#<div class="li">'''''Do NOT''' hold the piece to the right of the blade''</div>
#<div ><p>Do NOT hold the piece to the right of the blade</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Move the gauge and piece forward through the blade and back in one motion''</div>
#<div ><p>Move the gauge and piece forward through the blade and back in one motion</p></div>
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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>
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*<div class="li">''Multiple passes will help with overloading the router and burning''</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">''Leave a very small final pass for a clean finish''</div>
#<div class="li">''Align the fence with the bit.''</div>
#<div ><p>Align the fence with the bit.</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Set up a fingerboard if downward or sideways pressure will be hard to do safely''</div>
#<div ><p>Set up a fingerboard if downward or sideways pressure will be hard to do safely</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Turn on dust collection''</div>
#<div ><p>Turn on dust collection</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Turn on router''</div>
#<div ><p>Turn on router</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Pass material through evenly, with the bit rotating towards you and cutting with the grain''</div>
#<div ><p>Pass material through evenly, with the bit rotating towards you and cutting with the grain</p></div>
#<div class="li">''Turn router off''</div>
#<div ><p>Turn router off</p></div>
</div></div>
</div></div>
== Extra ==
== Extra ==
<div class="level2">
<div class="level2">
*<div class="li">Sharpening Station</div>
*<div class="li">Sharpening Station</div>
*<div class="li">Sanding</div>
*<div class="li">Sanding</div>
Latest revision as of 11:56, 14 June 2024
General Information
Saw blades can be found inside the 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
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.
Do not operate any power equipment if you are under the influence of anything, in a hurry, are tired, or are not feeling well.
Inspect the equipment before using it.
Equipment
Miter Saw
The miter saw is used to make rough cuts to length and to quickly cut angles.
There are end stops on the fence
You shouldn't need to clamp the workpiece, but can if you prefer.
Mark the cut on the piece
Match the blade to the mark
The left hand holds the piece against the fence. Keep clear of blade
Right-hand thumb on safety, squeeze trigger.
Dust collection will turn on automatically
Bring the blade down and up in one motion
If the piece is large, watch out for pinching on the blade.
Have members demonstrate usage with a test cut, if necessary
Larger blades are for resawing, smaller blades can do tighter curves. Bring your own for special use.
Many adjustments are possible, avoid them unless you are changing the blade.
The main things to adjust are the fence, guard release lever, and guard height wheel.
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.
Adjust the guard to the height of your workpiece
Set fence
Turn the dust collector on (adjust gates as necessary)
Turn bandsaw on
Run the piece through the blade, keeping fingers clear. Long pieces may need support from the back.
Turn bandsaw off
Have the user demonstrate a test cut Demonstrate the floor cleanout next to the bandsaw
Table Saw
Remove the splitter for dado or shallow grooves
Raise the blade height to just above the piece.
Lower blade when finished.
Change the blade between fine finish, rip, and general if you want
Inserts match to the saw blade. If changing the blade, use the default insert or matching zero-clearance insert.
Threads are the opposite of normal
When changing the blade don't lose the bolt and washer down into the saw - a pain to get out
Unplug the saw and move the extension cord when you are done
Sweep off the steel top with a brush, not oily hands
General Safety
Keep left hand away from the blade, preferably away from the board as well
Use push sticks and blocks.
Push the piece down and towards the fence with your right hand/block, keep left hand clear
Don't mess with the offcut until the saw is off
Rip Cut
Rip cuts are made with the grain of a board (cutting longways)
Be wary of warped wood. It can pinch the blade and kick back.
Make sure you are using the splitter on the saw
Use proper outfeed support for long boards
Consider changing to a rip-cut blade (especially if the wood is thick, gnarly, or on the wet side)
Line up the fence to the appropriate measurement and lock it down.
Adjust blade height to just above the blade
Turn dust collection on
Turn saw on
Stand slightly to the side of the blade (not directly behind it)
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.
Continue pushing the board against the fence until it is past the blade.
don't mess with the offcut
turn the saw off
Have the user demonstrate a test cut with scrap MDF or plywood
Cross Cut
Cross cuts are made when you are cutting against the grain (or across the short dimension of a board)
Use crosscut sled
Watch thumbs where the blade comes through the sled
Make sure the piece and sled are clear of the fence during the operation
Grooves and dados can also be cut with repeated passes.
Turn dust collection on
Put sled on the table
Raise blade height to just above the workpiece
with the saw off, line up the piece with the blade, then hold or clamp the piece against the fence
Turn on saw
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.
Turn off saw
Have the user demonstrate a test cut with a scrap 2×4
Miter Cut
Use the Incra miter gauge to cut arbitrary angles. Using the Miter Saw might be simpler.
Usage is similar to the crosscut sled.
Adjust blade height to just above the piece
Adjust the miter gauge to correct the angle
Measure the piece against the stopped blade and clamp the piece to the miter gauge fence
Ensure the table saw fence is clear of the workpiece
Hold the fence, gauge, and piece around the miter gauge, which should be to the left of the saw blade
Do NOT hold the piece to the right of the blade
Move the gauge and piece forward through the blade and back in one motion
Router Table
No loose clothing, loose hair, or loose jewelry. No rings.
Produces LOTS of dust. Respiratory protection is recommended. Clean up after yourself.
Router bits are your responsibility
Demonstrate loading and unloading of router bits
Multiple passes will help with overloading the router and burning
Leave a very small final pass for a clean finish
Align the fence with the bit.
Set up a fingerboard if downward or sideways pressure will be hard to do safely
Turn on dust collection
Turn on router
Pass material through evenly, with the bit rotating towards you and cutting with the grain
Turn router off
Extra
Sharpening Station
Sanding
Don't push so hard you slow or stop the belt.
Use a wax stick to clean the belt
Clean up dust afterwards
Wood Storage - label if wood is claimed, don't leave it for long
The track saw is useful for safe, straight cuts on weird or large pieces
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.
We have a lot of woodworking books in the library. Check it out!
The orientation document is on the wiki
In-progress project storage is ok if it is not in the way and is labeled
There are lockers available for smaller project storage
