Adjustments
Vise
There are two sets of holes in the bed to mount the right jaw. The inner hole and slot (A, Figure
10)are used for miter cuts. The outer hole and slot (B, Figure 10) are used for square, or 90° cuts. Figure 10 shows the vise located in the “A” position for miter cuts.
Use only position “A” for miter cuts. If the “A” position is used for square cuts, it leaves more blade exposed to the right of the jaw.
Squaring Vise to Blade
1.To set up for square cutting, move the right jaw to “B” position (Figure 10). Place a machinist’s square on the bed against the blade and the right vise jaw. The square should lie along the entire length of the jaw and blade without a gap.
2.If adjustment is necessary, slightly loosen the front screw on the right jaw. Loosen the hex nut at the center of the right jaw and adjust jaw so the square lines up properly.
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4.Loosen the handle (C, Figure 10) on the left jaw. Move the left jaw until it contacts flush with the right jaw.
5.Tighten the handle (C, Figure 10). The vise is now set for square cuts.
Positioning the Vise
Keep hands away from blade while adjusting the vise.
1.The workpiece is placed against the fixed jaw, which has already been squared (see “Squaring Vise to Blade”), or has been locked at the appropriate angle (see “Miter Cuts”).
2.The vise has a
3.Push down the quick release lever (D, Figure 11).
4.Turn the lead screw handle (E, Figure 11) clockwise to continue the tightening process of the movable jaw until the workpiece is securely clamped.
Figure 10
(fixed jaw shown in “A” position for mitering)
Figure 11
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