Adjustment Bolts
Rear
Lock Knob
Front Knob
Figure 46. Adjusting the fence.
DO NOT investigate prob- lems or adjust the band- saw while it is running. Wait until the machine is turned off, unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding!
NOTICE
When adjusting the fence during normal operations, the knob that locks the end of the fence nearest the operator must be locked first. Distance to the blade must be rechecked at this time and the fence should be adjusted as needed. Once the distance is established, the far clamp may be locked down to stabilize the fence completely.
Fence Adjustments
There are two knobs on the fence.
1.The long handle to the side of the fence allows you to clamp (turning clockwise) the rear of the fence. See Figure 46.
2.The smaller knob below the rear lock knob is the front knob. This locks (also turning clockwise) the front of the fence in place.
3.When each knob has been loosened (turn- ing counterclockwise), the fence slides back and forth on the rails so you can adjust it to the desired distance from the blade.
4.To lock the fence in position, first tighten the front lock knob and then the rear.
If the fence is not adjusted parallel to the miter slot (or blade), then it will stay skewed every time you slide it. It is important that this be checked and adjusted to ensure straight cuts.
To set the fence so it is parallel to the miter slot:
1.Tighten the rear of the fence and loosen the adjustment bolts shown in Figure 46.
2.Skew the fence so it is parallel to the miter slot. This can be accomplished by using a fine ruler and measuring the distance from one end of the fence to the edge of the miter slot. When the miter
3.Now
4.If, after performing this adjustment, your bandsaw does not cut straight while using the miter gauge, refer to the “Blade Lead” instructions in this manual.
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