How to Unfold and Fold a Band Saw

Rolling and unrolling a band saw should be done carefully and cautiously. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to do it correctly and safely. Remember that when handling a band saw, you should always wear protective gloves and glasses, and you should also stay at a safe distance from others so as not to accidentally injure them.

Unfolding the saw

1. Take the saw, folded into three loops, in your right hand.

 2. Find the loop that forms the figure eight and pull it down with your left hand.

      

3. The two upper loops form a cross.

4. Hold the loop that is at the very top with your right hand. Hold the other loop with your left hand.

         

 

5. Hold the saw in front of you and slowly move your arms apart, opening your wrists outward and downward.

6. The saw is turned.

 

                                                                                 Folding the saw
 
1. Hold the saw ring with both hands so that the teeth are facing you. Gently squeeze the saw ring.

 

2. Shake the saw until the top of its ring bends downward.

3. Bring your hands together, turning your wrists slightly inward so that a cross is formed on the downward curve of the saw.

4. The saw forms three loops. With your left hand, take the bottom loop and lift it up to fold all three loops together.

5. The saw is coiled. Use wire to tie the folded saw so that it does not suddenly unfold like a spring.