Leveling Tables
Refer to Figure 20.
The tables have been leveled with each other from the factory, but this should be confirmed by the user, and checked periodically, by placing a steel straight edge across both tables. If tables are not level, this may be the result of loose gibs. Correct as follows:
1.Loosen hex nuts on the gib screws (A) with a 12mm wrench, then loosen the gib screws with a 4mm hex wrench. Loosen the table
lock handle (B). | Figure 20 |
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2.Remove the lower hex nut and gib screw (A) and check screw hole to make sure that punch mark in the gib is aligned with the screw hole. If punch mark is not visible, or it does not line up with screw hole, use a screwdriver to lightly tap the gib back into alignment.
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4.Carefully tighten the table lock screw (B). The table will begin to move toward the straight edge.
5.When aligned,
6.Tighten the gib screws (A) then back them off approximately 1/4 turn or until the table moves freely, and
If table will still not line up:
Remove gib screws (A, Figure 20) and table locking handle (B) and remove gib. Check gib to see that set screws do not go all the way through the gib or dimple the opposite side. If either of these conditions exist, replace with a new gib.
Also, check to be sure the ways are clean and free of pitch and sawdust. Lubricate gib and way with a good grade of
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