1. Use the appropriate band speed for the material to be cut (see bi-metal band speed chart on pages 20 and 21).
2. Reduce the feed ratelforce control on the saw to achieve a cutting rate approximately 20% to 50% of the normal cutting rate. Mild steels require a larger reduction in cutting rate than more difficult to machine materials.
3. Begin the first cut at the reduced rate (A), makŽing sure that the teeth are forming a chip. Once the blade fully enters the workpiece, the feed rate can be slightly increased (B).
4. Make gradual increases in feed ratelforce over several cuts until the normal cutting rate is estab-Iished (cutti ng a total of 60 to 118 inches' / 150 to 300 em') (e).
Note: During break-in, slight adjustments to band speed may be made in the event of excessive noise or vibration. Once the blade is broken in, the recomŽmended band speed should be used.
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