Operating Instructions

BLADE GUARD	FENCE (123)
	FENCE (123)
	LONG Nut (128)
	Fence
	Handle (132)

1.When cutting, the top edge of the Saw Blade (3) should rise about 1/4” above the top edge of the workpiece.

Figure E

3.Slip the Rear Plate (120) onto the top/ rear edge of the Work Table (86), lowering the Fence Assembly all the way onto the Table. Then, lock the Fence in position by lowering the Fence Handle (132) to a vertical position. See Figure E.

4.Grab the end of the Fence and try to lift it. If any free play is noted, very gently turn the Long Nut (128) in a clockwise direction while wiggling then end of the Fence until no more give is felt. Then turn the Long Nut another 1/8” to 1/4”.

Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

To Raise And Lower Saw Blade

To prevent serious injury

from accidental operation:

Turn the Power Switch of the Table Saw to its “OFF” position and unplug the Saw from its electrical outlet before making any adjustments to the height of the Blade (3).

LOCK KNOB (65)

CONTROL

WHEEL

(51)

Figure F

2.To increase the Blade height, turn the Control Wheel counterclockwise. See Figure F.

To Adjust The Saw Blade Angle

1.The Table Saw is capable of making cuts from 45° to 90°.

2.The Table Saw also features an Angle Scale and Angle Indicator on the front side of the unit. See Figure F.

3.To adjust the angle of the Saw Blade (3), unlock the Lock Knob (65) by turning

it counterclockwise. Push the Control Wheel (51) inward to engage the gear, then turn it until the red pointer indicates the desired angle.

4.CAUTION! Due to its weight, the saw Blade will lower on its own. When an angle is set, hold the Control Wheel stationary with one hand and tighten the Lock Knob with the other hand.

5.Then, turn the Lock Knob clockwise to lock the Saw Blade in position.

SKU 97896

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97896 specifications

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Harbor Freight Tools 97896 Operating Instructions, To Raise And Lower Saw Blade

Models: 97896

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