Baileigh TS-1040C, Operator'S Manual

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Spreader or Riving Knife Alignment
Checking Alignment
The blade guard spreader and riving knife must be aligned with the blade when installed. If the
spreader/riving knife is not aligned with the blade, then the workpiece will be forced sideways
during the cut, which will increase the risk of kickback.
To check the spreader/riving knife alignment:
1. Disconnect and lockout power to the saw!
2. Raise the saw blade to the maximum height so you have easy working access.
3. Check to make sure the blade is 90° to the table. Follow "Setting 90° Stop Bolt" instructions.
4. Place the straightedge against the top and bottom of blade and spreader/riving knife. The
spreader/riving knife should be parallel with the blade along its length at both positions and
should be in the "Alignment Zone".
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If the spreader is in the alignment zone no adjustments need to be made.
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If the spreader/riving knife is not parallel with the blade and inside the alignment zone, then it
needs to be adjusted. Proceed to Adjusting Alignment instructions.
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If the spreader/riving knife is not parallel with the blade at either the top or bottom, it may be
bent. Remove the spreader/riving knife and place it on a flat surface and check to see if the
spreader/riving knife lays evenly along its length. If the spreader/ riving knife does not lay
evenly, proceed to Adjusting Bent Spreader/Riving Knife.
Aligning Blade Guard Splitter or Riving Knife with Blade
The blade guard splitter and/or riving knife must be aligned with the blade. If not properly
aligned, the splitter/riving knife will force the workpiece sideways during the cut, increasing risk
of kickback. Place a straightedge against the blade and the splitter or riving knife and check for
parallelism. If an adjustment is needed, the
mounting position can be adjusted into alignment
with the blade using the adjustment set screws
(A).
1. Disconnect saw from power source.
2. Remove the table insert.
3. Loosen the upper and lower cap screws (B),
then adjust the 4 set screws in or out until the
alignment is perfectly parallel.
4. Reinstall the table insert.