Close call
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Close call
This is just another instance of the need for safe habits. As I was setting up for dadoing, I forgot to use the stop collar. The table dropped, and the blade came through the top. Thankfully, I was using the push pad! What was a minor annoyance could have been a serious situation.
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edflorence
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Re: Close call
Really good reminder! I knew someone who sliced through the top of his thumb in exactly this situation. 5 Point check before flipping the switch is a "must" and adding the collar is a great idea for extra insurance.
Ed
Idaho Panhandle
Mark 5 of various vintages, Mini with reversing motor, bs, dc3300, jointer, increaser, decreaser
Idaho Panhandle
Mark 5 of various vintages, Mini with reversing motor, bs, dc3300, jointer, increaser, decreaser
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chapmanruss
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Re: Close call
JoeSark,
Mistakes are easy to make but sometimes hard to admit. Thanks to sharing this important safety reminder.
Glad you were using the push block for safety.
Mistakes are easy to make but sometimes hard to admit. Thanks to sharing this important safety reminder.
Glad you were using the push block for safety.
Russ
Mark V completely upgraded to Mark 7
Mark V 520
All SPT's & 2 Power Stations
Model 10ER S/N R64000 first one I restored on bench w/ metal ends & retractable casters.
Has Speed Changer, 4E Jointer, Jig Saw with lamp, a complete set of original accessories & much more.
Model 10E's S/N's 1076 & 1077 oldest ones I have restored. Mark 2 S/N 85959 restored. Others to be restored.
Mark V completely upgraded to Mark 7
Mark V 520
All SPT's & 2 Power Stations
Model 10ER S/N R64000 first one I restored on bench w/ metal ends & retractable casters.
Has Speed Changer, 4E Jointer, Jig Saw with lamp, a complete set of original accessories & much more.
Model 10E's S/N's 1076 & 1077 oldest ones I have restored. Mark 2 S/N 85959 restored. Others to be restored.
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thedovetailjoint
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Re: Close call
I shared a video on my YouTube channel of this exact same thing happening. Stop collars are inexpensive insurance and I’m glad you came out of this without injury.
“Too Important for a "Clickbaity" Title. Shopsmith Table Saw Safety”
https://youtu.be/DBENMKA2y9g
“Too Important for a "Clickbaity" Title. Shopsmith Table Saw Safety”
https://youtu.be/DBENMKA2y9g
http://www.Youtube.com/user/MyGrowthRings
http://Shopsmith-Tool-Hunter.Blogspot.com
http://www.Tool-Hunter.com
http://Shopsmith-Tool-Hunter.Blogspot.com
http://www.Tool-Hunter.com