A woodworker is preparing to perform a rip cut on a stationary table saw. What is the correct chronological sequence of steps required to safely set up and execute this operation?
- 1Disconnect the table saw from its electrical power source before adjusting any components.
- 2Adjust the blade height until the teeth extend approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch above the top of the workpiece.
- 3Position and lock the rip fence to the target width, and secure a featherboard against the workpiece ahead of the blade.
- 4Reconnect power and start the saw motor, allowing the blade to achieve full operating speed before contacting stock.
- 5Feed the workpiece smoothly through the cut, using a push stick to guide the trailing edge past the blade.
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1. Disconnect power -> 2. Set blade height (1/8 to 1/4 inch above stock) -> 3. Lock rip fence and set featherboard -> 4. Power on and reach full operating speed -> 5. Feed workpiece using a push stick.
Safe table saw operation follows a strict progression: first de-energizing the machine for physical setup (blade height adjustment and fence locking), followed by powering on to full speed before stock contact, and finishing the cut with a push stick to keep hands clear of the blade.
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Standard safety and setup sequence for stationary table saw rip cuts
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