Fence Stops

See Figure 29.

Periodically check the 90 degree and 45 degree tilt accuracy of the fence with an angle measuring device, such as an adjustable square or machinist's protractor. If adjustments are necessary, proceed as follows:

90-degree stop:

1.The 90-degree stop is controlled by the screw (E, Figure 29).

2.Loosen the locking handle (C) and the hex nut on the screw (F).

3.Set a square on the table and against the fence, and rotate the handwheel (G) to move the fence flush against the square. Rotate the screw (E) until it contacts the stop block (D).

4.Tighten the hex nut (F) and the locking handle (C).

45 degree forward stop:

1.The 45 degree forward stop is controlled by a screw (H, Figure 29) that is located at the bottom end of the link bar.

2.Loosen the locking handle (C) and the hex nut on the screw (H).

3.Set a 45 degree measuring device on the table and against the fence, and tilt the fence until it is flush against the device, and therefore at a 45 degree angle.

4.Rotate the screw (H) until it contacts the casting below it.

5.Tighten hex nut (H) and locking handle (C).

45degree back stop:

1.Flip the stop block (D, Figure 29) out of the way.

2.The 45 degree back stop is controlled by the screw (J).

3.Loosen the locking handle (C) and the hex nut on the screw (K).

4.Use an angle measuring device set at 45 degrees beyond the right angle (a total of 135 degrees) and place it on the table and against the fence. Tilt the fence until it is flush with the protractor.

5.Rotate the screw (J) to the proper height.

6.Tighten hex nut (K) and locking handle (C).

Figure 28

Figure 29

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60C, 60HH specifications

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