ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED - None

ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE - 15-30 minutes

ANTI-SPLINTER BASE INSERT INSTALLATION

The anti-splinter base insert is used to reduce chipping and splintering of the top fibers of plywood, paneling, and other splinter prone materials. When this insert is used it is not necessary to have the good or finished side of the work down during the cutting operation.

Install the insert as shown in Fig. 1.

NOTE: When using the anti-splinter insert, the base should be set to the forward most position, Fig. 9.

Fig. 1

ANTI-MAR PLASTIC SUB-BASE INSTALLATION

DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.

The anti-mar plastic sub-base is used when cutting on finished surfaces to prevent the normal metal base from scratching, gouging, or otherwise marring the surface of the material to be cut.

To install the plastic sub-base, remove the six screws from the bottom of the base, remove the metal sub-base, place the plastic sub-base on the saw, and reinstall the six screws. Be sure to save the metal sub-base for reuse.

BLADE INSTALLATION

1.Remove anti-splinter insert if installed.

2.Gently squeeze the switch trigger until the blade shaft moves slowly and stop the motor when the blade shaft is at or near the bottom of its stroke, Fig.

DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.

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Fig. 2

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Porter-Cable Model 543 Assembly, ANTI-SPLINTER Base Insert Installation, ANTI-MAR Plastic SUB-BASE Installation