Gibs
The head of the saw slides up and down on gibs. Over time, the gibs may need to be tightened to compensate for wear. Loosen the jam nuts and adjust the setscrews to reduce the “play” along the gibs (Figure 33). Always make small adjust- ments to the setscrews, starting with 1⁄4 turn incre- ments. When adjusted correctly, tighten the jam
nuts and make sure the head slides up and down smoothly.
Figure 33. Gib adjustment setscrews.
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