After the outfeed table has been set at the correct height, it should not be changed except for special operations or after replacing knives.
Examples of incorrect settings:
If the outfeed table is too high, the finished surface of the workpiece will be tapered (Figure 23).
If the outfeed table is too low, the work will be gouged at the end of the cut (Figure 24)
As a final check of the outfeed table adjustment, run a piece of wood slowly over the knives for 6 to 8 inches; it should rest firmly on both tables (Figure 25) with no open space under the finished cut.
Spring Cutting
Refer to Figure 26.
To spring cut, the outfeed table is lowered below the level of the cutterhead, as shown in Figure
26.Loosen both gib screws (A) on the outfeed table. Amount of
Fence Movement
Refer to Figure 27.
To slide the fence forward or backward on the table, loosen lock handle (A), slide the fence to desired position and tighten lock handle (A) to secure fence. Lift up on fence when tilting or sliding, to prevent scratching the table.
NOTE: The lock handle (A, Figure 27) may be adjusted to a more convenient position by loosening the hex nut below the casting (B, Figure 28), turning the handle to the proper position, and retightening the hex nut.
To tilt the fence forward:
1.Loosen locking handle (C, Figure 27).
2.Place an angle measuring device on the table and against the fence. Tilt the fence to desired angle using the handwheel, and tighten locking handle (C) to secure the setting.
To tilt the fence back:
1.Loosen locking handle (C, Figure 27).
2.Flip the stop block (D) out of the way.
3.Tilt the fence to desired angle using the handwheel, and tighten locking handle (B) to secure the setting.
Figure 25
Figure 26
Figure 27
When the tilted operation is finished and the fence is returned to 90 degrees, don’t forget to flip the stop block back to its original position.
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