10.Use a straight edge to see if the rear of the splitter (G) is aligned with the saw blade (Fig. 42). If alignment is necessary, loosen the screws (B) Fig. 34, align the splitter (G) with the saw blade, and tighten the screws (B) Fig. 34.
11.Lower the saw blade and install the table insert (P) Fig. 43 in the saw table.
The table insert should be level with the table surface. If an adjustment is necessary, see the section
"ADJUSTING THE TABLE INSERT".
Hold on to the blade guard (L) when you install the table insert. The insert will automatically release the holding action of the splitter and lower the blade guard when it is installed in the table opening.
G
Fig. 42
L
R
Fig. 43
EXTENSION WINGS
1.Attach the extension wing (A) Fig. 44 to the saw table. Align the three holes in the extension wing with the three holes in the side of the saw table. Place a 7/16" Lockwasher and a 7/16" flat washer on a
2.Insert the screw through the hole in the extension wing. Thread the screw into the tapped hole in the side of the saw table. Finger tighten only. Repeat this process for the two remaining holes in the extension wing and the saw table.
NOTE: The extension wing must be flush with or slightly behind the front edge of the table.
3.Use a straight edge (E) Fig. 44 as a guide to level the extension wing (A) with the saw table. Once level, tighten the bolt on one side. Check the level again. Tighten the bolt in the middle, then tighten the bolt on the other side.
A
Fig. 44
E
MODEL 36-978 ONLY
Attach the other sheet metal extension wing to the opposite side of the saw table in the same manner.
MODEL 36-979 ONLY
Attach the other cast iron extension wing to the opposite side of the saw table in the same manner.
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