Feed Speed
The feed speed adjuster is found below the gearbox (Figure 13). Feed speed should be adjusted while the machine is running and the caterpillar is in motion.
Turn adjuster clockwise to decrease feed speed, counterclockwise to increase.
Fence Alignment
For accurate cutting, the fence must be parallel to the line of cut:
1.Place a straight edge against the fence with its other side flush to the blade, and check that the fence is in line with the blade.
2.If adjustment is needed, loosen the socket head cap screws on one end of the bar (Figure 14). Move the bar in or out as needed until fence is in line with blade.
3.Retighten screws.
Adjusting Blade and Roller Height
The small handwheel (A, Figure 15) raises or lowers the blade. This blade setting is then locked by tightening the lever (B, Figure 15).
The large handwheel (C, Figure 15) raises and lowers the entire head including the pressure rollers. The roller setting is then locked by tightening the lever (D, Figure 15). A scale near the lever displays the height.
The maximum travel of the blade can be adjusted; for example, if a blade smaller than 12” is installed. To adjust:
1.Remove the back panels.
2.Loosen the socket head cap screw on the stop mechanism (Figure 16).
3.Rotate the stop mechanism as needed to allow more blade drop.
4.When finished adjusting,
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15
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