Now locate the carriage so that the Ultra base is centered approximately between the ends of racks #2 and #3. Again, lock the carriage clamp to bridge the two racks and tighten the accessible mounting screw on rack #3. Then unlock the carriage and move forward to tighten the remaining screw on rack #3. Continue this “bridge and tighten” procedure for the remaining racks on the carriage.
Adjusting the rip fence and carriage tracking
If the carriage and rip fence are not gliding smoothly from the base to the blade the tracking problem can almost always be traced to one of two conditions.
The carriage and Ultra base work best together when they move parallel to one another. The Ultra base supports one end of the carriage while the rip fence supports the other. If the carriage is mounted too high or too low to the rear of the rip fence, tracking problems typically occur. The solution for
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this particular condition is really quite simple. Just adjust the fence mounting bracket up or down on the rear of the rip fence. The “sweet spot” is just a few trials away. One method we have found that works well is to loosen the fasteners that secure the rip fence to the carriage then slide the carriage to within 4” of the Ultra base. Lock the carriage clamp then tighten the fence mounting fasteners.
If you find that the above adjustment does not take care of tracking problems, check that the mounting and tracking surfaces are aligned.
First use a straight edge to make sure that the Shopsmith rails are aligned with one another. Refer to your Shopsmith instructional manual for information on realigning the rails. Finally check to make sure that the floating table that holds the
is in parallel alignment with the Shopsmith worktable. If you find these two tables out of alignment, simply place shims between the base support panel and the floating table to bring the base support panel into parallel alignment with the main worktable.
blow out any sawdust or debris that may have accumulated. Use a toothbrush to clean the teeth on the INCRA racks on both the carriage and the base. A light application of paste wax to the top of the rails from time to time will keep the rails smooth and clean.
WARRANTY
Taylor Design Group, Inc. warrants this product for one year from date of purchase. We will repair any defects due to faulty material or workmanship, or at our option, replace the product free of charge. Please return the failing component only, postage prepaid, along with a description of the problem to the address below. This warranty does not apply to parts which have been subjected to improper use, alteration, or abuse.
LIFETIME WARRANTY ON POSITIONING RACKS
If an INCRA positioning rack in this tool becomes damaged for ANY reason, Taylor Design Group will replace it free of charge for as long as you own your tool. Return the damaged rack, transportation prepaid, and allow 2 weeks for delivery.
Note: Replacements cannot be sent unless damaged racks have been received by Taylor Design Group.
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