Note: These screws are accessible through openings on the floating clamp block (B) located diagonally on either side of the lock handle (A). They secure the fixed clamp block (C) to the riving knife extension plate (F).

Loosening these screws (E) will allow the fixed clamp block (C) to slide back and forth on the extension plate (F).

3.Slide the fixed clamp block (F) toward or away from the saw blade as required.

4.Tighten the socket head button screws (E).

5.Reinsert the riving knife; tighten the lock handle (A, Fig. 18) and check that the saw blade/knife gap is between 3 - 8mm (Figure 20).

Note: Attempt to make the gaps as even as possible.

Insert Adjustment

Adjust the setscrews in the insert with a 3mm hex wrench (Figure 21) to ensure that the insert is stable and flush with the table top.

Arbor and Arbor Bearing Removal

The saw arbor is press fit in the saw raising arm housing. If the arbor needs to be removed for bearing replacement, it should be done by a qualified service technician. Call your customer service representative at the phone number on the front cover.

Figure 20

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Powermatic 2000 operating instructions Insert Adjustment, Arbor and Arbor Bearing Removal