When a spacer block can be placed between the miter gauge and workpiece, you can obtain a greater miter cutting capacity.
Ripping
CAUTION
When ripping, remove the miter gauge from the sliding table.
.When cutting long or large workpieces, always provide adequate support behind the table. The support should be a t the same height as the table.
Before operating the table saw, check to be sure that the antikickback fingers operate
properly. Turn the tool off and unplug it. Feed the workpiece under the blade guard and along both sides of the blade to simulate cutting. Try to withdraw the workpiece on each side by pulling it toward you. The antikickback fingers should grab the workpiece and prevent it from moving back toward the operator. Always keep the antikickback fingers sharp so they will operate properly. Keep them sharp by using round
@Adjust the depth of cut a bit higher than the thickness of the workpiece.
@Tighten the wing bolt to secure the sliding table.
@) Position the rip fence to the desired width of rip and lock in place by tighten- ing the lever. Before ripping, make sure the rear end of the rip fence is secured firmly. If it is not secured enough, follow the procedure in "Adjusting rip fence". (P.11)
a Turn the tool on and gently feed the workpiece into the blade along with the rip fence.
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