Skil 3310 Component Parts figure, ❶ Riving Knife, ❷ Main Barrier Guard, ❸ Anti-Kickback Device

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Smart Guard System 2 FIG. 32

The Smart Guard has been designed for modularity, enabling the use of multiple combinations of the three main components –

Main barrier guards, Anti-kickback device, and riving knife. 3 Additionally, the riving knife can be quickly adjusted to three

positions (high, middle, and stored), depending on the application requirement.

Component Parts (figure 32):

❶ Riving Knife

The Riving Knife is the central element of the Smart Guard1 blade guarding system, serving as the attachment point for

both the Main Barrier Guard and the Anti-Kickback Device. In the event that the Main Barrier Guard and Anti-Kickback Device are removed, the Riving Knife maintains its functionality as material splitter, and is adjustable to three positions. Because of this adjustability, the Riving Knife can be appropriately positioned for all cutting applications.

❷Main Barrier Guard

The main guard is comprised of a pair of plastic barriers attached to the metal upper barrier guard. The side barriers (one to the left and one to the right of the blade) operate independently of one another, maintaining maximum blade coverage during cutting operations. The main guard incorporates a quick-connect attachment point and can be attached or removed from the blade guarding system independent of the Anti-Kickback Device and Riving Knife.

Note: To best secure the main guard for transport, adjust the blade to its lowest position. This keeps the guard tight to the table surface and prevents damage related to the guard swinging during transport.

❸Anti-Kickback Device

In the event of kickback, the Anti-Kickback Device, (also known as dogs, or pawls) is intended to help prevent the board from being thrown in the direction of the user. The sharp teeth of the pawls are intended to “catch” the material in the event of kickback.

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