Adjustments
Read “Controls” section and familiarize your- self with control names and location before beginning “Adjustments”.
Arm Lock Adjusting Wheel
With the arm at an "unindexed" position (other than 90° or 45°) and the miter lock applied, the locking action should feel tight and secure.
Considerable effort should be required to move the arm back towards 0°. It is always possible to force the arm because of the leverage advantage the long arm provides. However, the arm should resist moving when a reasonable amount of force is applied.
To check follow these steps:
Miter/Arm
Lock Lever
1.Pull miter/arm lock forward to unlock and rotate arm to approximately 30° left or right.
2.Lock miter/arm lock by pushing handle toward rear of saw.
3.Apply pressure as shown above.
4.If the arm moves easily: a.)Unlock miter lock.
b.Locate the adjusting wheel as shown.
c.Turn wheel clockwise to tighten, coun-
terclockwise to loosen. | Tighten |
5. Repeat steps 1, 2, 3 above and readjust | Arm Lock |
as necessary. | Adjusting Wheel |
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