Porter-Cable 28-306 instruction manual Starting and Stopping SAW, Table Insert, Tilting the Table

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STARTING AND STOPPING SAW

K

L

K

M

Fig. 17

Fig. 18

To start the machine, press the “START” button (K) Fig. 17. To stop the tool, press the “STOP” button (L) Fig. 17.

When the machine is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use, using a padlock (M) Fig. 18 with a 3/16" diameter shackle

B

A

A

Fig. 19

Fig. 20

TABLE INSERT

Place the table insert (A) Fig. 19 in the hole provided in the table. Engage the protrusion on the insert in the indent (B) in the table.

TILTING THE TABLE

1.The table on the machine can be tilted 45 degrees to the right and 10 degrees to the left. To tilt the table to the right, loosen the two locking knobs (A) Fig. 20, tilt the table to the desired angle, then re-tighten two locking knobs (A).

2.To tilt the table to the left, loosen the two locking knobs (A) Fig. 20, and tilt the table to the right until the table stop (A) Fig. 21 is accessible. Remove the table stop (A) Fig. 21, and tilt the table to the left. Tighten the two locking knobs (A) Fig. 20.

A

B

C

Fig. 21

Fig. 22

ADJUSTING THE TABLE STOP

The machine is equipped with an adjustable table stop (A) Fig. 21 that allows the table to be set at 90 degrees to the blade.

Tilt the table to the right until the table stop (A) Fig. 21 contacts the table. Place a square on the table against the blade (Fig. 22). Check to see if the blade is 90 degrees to the table surface. If not, do the following:

1.Tilt the table slightly to the left and tighten the table lock knobs.

2. Loosen the locknut (B) Fig. 21 to free the adjustment nut (A) Fig. 21. Turn the adjustment nut (A) right or left to raise or lower the table stop.

3.Lower the table. Check to see that the table is 90 degrees to the blade (Fig. 22). If it is, raise the table, hold the stop (A) Fig. 21 and tighten nut (B).

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Contents Metal/Wood Cutting Band Saw General Safety Rules Safety Guidelines DefinitionsSAVE! Important Safety Instructions Save Stay ALERT, Watch What YOU are Doing Additional Safety Rules for Band Saws Failure to Follow These Rules MAY Result in Serious InjuryMotor Specifications Power ConnectionsGrounding Instructions Extension Cords Unpacking and CleaningForeword Optional Stand Carton ContentsAttaching Motor to Optional Stand Attaching Band SAW to the Optional Stand Attaching Motor PulleyAttaching the Switch Disconnect Machine from Power SourceTable Insert Adjusting the Table StopStarting and Stopping SAW Tilting the TableVertical Adjustment of the Upper Blade Guide Assembly Adjusting Blade TensionAdjusting the Upper Blade Guides and Blade Support Bearing Tracking the BladeAdjusting Lower Blade Guides and Blade Support Bearing Changing SpeedsTroubleshooting Guide Belt and Pulley Arrangements for ALL Eight Available SpeedsTrouble CUT does not Agree with Setting on the Tilt Scale Operating the Band SAW Cutting CurvesBand SAW Blades Suggested Skip Tooth Blades and SpeedsChanging the Blades LubricationPARTS, Service or Warranty Assistance AccessoriesTwo Year Limited New Product Warranty Canadian PORTER-CABLE Delta Service Centers