BM 2610027879
Adjustments
Adjusting Bevel lock Tension
Checking Bevel lock Tension
1.Pull up the bevel lock lever to release tension. If it feels too hard to pull up, an adjustment may be required.
2.Check the tilt resistance. Grab main handle and slowly tilt the saw to the left. While tilting, some resistance should be felt. At approximately 30°, the resistance should become lower. If little or no resistance is felt, an adjustment may be required.
3.Check bevel lock tension. Push down on the bevel lock lever – normally more pressure is needed at the start; then the lever should go fully down to the lock position with a “thump”.
A)If it is too hard to push the lever fully down, then it may require tension adjustment.
B)Check locking power: Tilt the saw to about 30° and push down on bevel lock lever. Firmly press on the right side of the saw head - If the saw head tilts more than 1/2° from the locked position, then the bevel lock tension needs adjustment.
Adjusting Bevel lock Tension
The bevel lock lever tension has been set at the factory. After extensive use of the tool, it may require an adjustment. Before adjusting tension, the tilt resistance should be set.
1.Pull up the bevel lock lever to release tension.
2.Adjusting Tilt Resistance (see step 2 above).
A)If resistance is too low, slightly tighten (1/16th turn) the large lock nut “H” using a 24mm socket or wrench.
B)If resistance is too high, slightly loosen (1/16th turn) the large lock nut “H” using a 24mm socket or wrench.
3.Adjusting Tension (see steps 1 and 3 above) Pull up and push down the bevel lock lever.
A)If the lever is too hard to pull or push, the tension can be decreased by using a 17mm socket or wrench to loosen lock nut “E” (1/8th turn). Check again.
B)If the lever is too easy to pull or push or if the saw head does not fully lock at a bevel setting, then the tension can be increased by using a 17mm socket or wrench to tighten lock nut “E” (1/8th turn). Check again.
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Adjusting front Stabilizing Bolt
The front stabilizing bolt is located on the bottom of the saw’s base near the 0° miter detent slot (Figure 26a). It provides additional support when making slide cuts.
The stabilizing bolt has been factory set. If it is loose or needs adjustment, follow these steps:
1.Move the saw so that you have easy access to the bolt area. Loosen the stabilizing bolt and the jam nut using a 10mm wrench.
2.Place the saw back on your work table. Unscrew the stabilizing nut until it contacts the table.
3.Move the saw again so that you have access to the bolt area. While holding the head of the bolt with a 10mm wrench or pliers, use a 10mm open end wrench to fully tighten the jam nut against the boss in the saw’s base.
Stabilizing Bolt
Jam Nut
Boss
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