Powermatic 1791228K, 64A Feather Board Figure, Filler Piece Figure, Push Stick Figure

Never use a wedge between arbor collar and saw blade to create a "wobble" dado. Never operate the saw without guard, splitter and anti-kickback pawls for operations where they can be used. Never use a dado head in tilted position.

SAFETY DEVICES

Feather Board (Figure 46)

The Feather Board is to be made of straight grain hardwood approximately 1” thick and 4" to 8" wide. The length is developed in accordance with intended use. Feather Boards can be fastened to the table or rip fence by use of “C” clamps. Drilled and tapped holes in the table top allow the use of wing nuts and washers as a method of clamping. Provide slots in the feather board for adjustment if this method of fastening is used. (See illustration for method of attaching and use of the feather board as a vertical comb. The horizontal application is essentially the same except that the attachment is to the table top).

Filler Piece (Figure 47)

A filler piece is necessary for narrow ripping and permits the guard to remain on the machine. It also provides space for the safe use of a push stick.

Push Stick (Figure 48)

Figure 48

Figure 46

Figure 47

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