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Remove the Existing Table Insert.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from accidental start make sure switch is “OFF” and saw is unplugged before removing insert.
1.Make sure saw is off and unplugged.
2.Loosen the flathead screw that secures the insert.
3.Lift the insert from the front end and pull toward the front of the saw.
Installing Zero Clearance Insert/Sawblade
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from accidental start make sure switch is “OFF” and saw is unplugged before installing zero clearance insert/sawblade.
1.Lower the sawblade completely.
2.Tighten the flat head screw that secures the insert completely, then loosen screw 3 turns.
3.Place the zero clearance insert in the table slot and push toward the rear of the saw to engage the spring clip.
4.Drop the front edge of the zero clear- ance insert on top of the flat head screw.
NOTE: Front of insert will be above the table to allow clearance for sawblade.
5.Adjust the side positioning set screw found on edge of insert to eliminate side play as required.
6.Clamp a 1 x 4 or larger board across the zero clearance insert as shown. Make sure the board covers the flat head screw.
Cover the
Flat Head Screw
7.Make sure blade guard is properly installed.
8.Reconnect power to the saw.
9.Turn the saw “ON”.
10.Slowly and cautiously raise the saw blade into the zero clearance insert by rotating the elevation handle clock- wise 4 turns. Return the saw blade to completely lowered position.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury keep both hands off of the saw table top and wear approved safety goggles.
11.Turn the saw “OFF” and unplug.
12.Remove clamps and board.
13.Loosen the flat head screw and reposi- tion the zero clearance insert until the key slot drops over the flat head screw.
14.The zero clearance insert should be flush with the table top. Check near each set screw as shown. Adjust the four set screws as necessary. Tighten the flat head screw. Do not tighten the screw to the point where it deflects the zero clearance insert.
WARNING: The zero clearance insert must be even with the table surface. Inserts too high or low can let the workpiece “snag” or catch on uneven edges. Work- piece could twist and kickback. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
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