PTWFE Chapter Introduction CH1
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I found this an excellent read with many fine reminders. I am thankful I have my printed copy of PTWFE handy and am able to refer to the illustrations while reading from the online version. This will truly be a valuable exercise for all who take part. fjimp
F. Jim Parks
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When the love of power is replaced by the power of love the world will have a chance for survival.
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JPG
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GEEZ we live long enough and listen/watch we learn. I didn't know the scroll saw attached to that shaft also. How about the jig saw? I am NOT familiar with either one. I thought if a 'novice' wants to see a pix of things mentioned they could find it elsewhere(catalog or online). Since it only appears to be an issue for this first 'chapter' I didn't think it 'critical'.
The 'flexible shaft' was a 10ER attachment that was discontinued(for I think good reason). It was very heavy duty similar to a 3/4" speedometer cable. They used to show it being used with the disc sander! Direction of rotation was NOT a factor as far as the cable itself was concerned.
Kudos Again!
The 'flexible shaft' was a 10ER attachment that was discontinued(for I think good reason). It was very heavy duty similar to a 3/4" speedometer cable. They used to show it being used with the disc sander! Direction of rotation was NOT a factor as far as the cable itself was concerned.
Kudos Again!
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safety reminders
Like any good book, it will bare multiple readings. I read through every one of the safety rules after I found my self wanting to rush through them. It occurred to me that if I was willing to rush through them, I might be willing to rush in the shop. My shop is never really warm in the winter, so a mask will cause my glasses to fog. I have started to wear a screen face shield, made for a weed eater. It allows me to have good protection, I just put my glasses on when I need them. I am glad this got started.
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randythewoodchuck
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Dust filter
I've not purchased dust protection. I know I should, and reading this reminded me. Anyone have suggestion? I know SS sells a mask/filter.
I really appreciate this exercise. It was an inspired idea.
I really appreciate this exercise. It was an inspired idea.
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See post # 7charlese wrote:Did I miss something? What is the second column? and what info?
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To all,
I have read "our Bible" through a couple of times, and I just want to comment that after reading this first chapter again, IMHO (in my humble opinion), it is the most thorough woodworking book around. A "must read" for all woodworkers and those that want to be woodworkers, Shopsmith owners or knot!
I have read "our Bible" through a couple of times, and I just want to comment that after reading this first chapter again, IMHO (in my humble opinion), it is the most thorough woodworking book around. A "must read" for all woodworkers and those that want to be woodworkers, Shopsmith owners or knot!
Tim
Buying US made products will help keep YOUR job or retirement funds safer.
Buying US made products will help keep YOUR job or retirement funds safer.
from the safety rules:
" Secure all locks."
" Make sure the machine rests firmly on the floor when in use-not up on the retractable casters. "
I'm a real novice but already I've noticed a tendency to forget the carriage lock. Run 2 or 4 pieces through, then discover the carriage wasn't locked. It may only move 1/64" or so, but it will move if not locked! Especially noticeable if you are using the conical sanding disk to try to sand pieces to matching width.
I've also experienced getting everything all lined up then discovering the machine was not seated on the floor. It can make just enough difference in "level" and "straight" to require resetting everything.
I have to learn to kick myself and repeat the mantra: "Five Points Locked". "Casters Retracted".
I wonder how many dozen times I'll have to learn this the hard way. I'm certain none of you guys ever had to be told twice...
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" Secure all locks."
" Make sure the machine rests firmly on the floor when in use-not up on the retractable casters. "
I'm a real novice but already I've noticed a tendency to forget the carriage lock. Run 2 or 4 pieces through, then discover the carriage wasn't locked. It may only move 1/64" or so, but it will move if not locked! Especially noticeable if you are using the conical sanding disk to try to sand pieces to matching width.
I've also experienced getting everything all lined up then discovering the machine was not seated on the floor. It can make just enough difference in "level" and "straight" to require resetting everything.
I have to learn to kick myself and repeat the mantra: "Five Points Locked". "Casters Retracted".
I wonder how many dozen times I'll have to learn this the hard way. I'm certain none of you guys ever had to be told twice...
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don
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Betcha only forget to lock the headstock ONCE before raising to the drill press position!:eek:
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Goldie(Bought New SN 377425)/4" jointer/6" beltsander/12" planer/stripsander/bandsaw/powerstation /Scroll saw/Jig saw /Craftsman 10" ras/Craftsman 6" thicknessplaner/ Dayton10"tablesaw(restoredfromneighborstrashpile)/ Mark VII restoration in 'progress'/ 10E[/size](SN E3779) restoration in progress, a 510 on the back burner and a growing pile of items to be eventually returned to useful life. - aka Red Grange
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Goldie(Bought New SN 377425)/4" jointer/6" beltsander/12" planer/stripsander/bandsaw/powerstation /Scroll saw/Jig saw /Craftsman 10" ras/Craftsman 6" thicknessplaner/ Dayton10"tablesaw(restoredfromneighborstrashpile)/ Mark VII restoration in 'progress'/ 10E[/size](SN E3779) restoration in progress, a 510 on the back burner and a growing pile of items to be eventually returned to useful life. - aka Red Grange
Lock check
Since the opening in the throat of the table saw is narrower than the rest of the plate opening, if you forget to set the lock on the carrage or the quill, the blade will hit in the center before it hits anything with the teeth. Not as exciting as it could be, but It still makes an awful racket! It will scare the heck out of you. Not that I have done that!!:eek: