Baileigh TS-1040C, Operator'S Manual

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Adjusting Bent Spreader/Riving Knife
1. Disconnect and lockout power to the saw!
2. Bend the spreader or riving knife by hand while installed, and then follow Steps 1-4 in
Checking Alignment to determine if it is parallel with the blade and inside the "Alignment
Zone".
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If this does not work, remove it to straighten.
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If you cannot straighten it properly, replace it.
Fence Adjustments
There are two main adjustments for the fence: (1) parallelism and (2) clamping pressure. Some
trial and error may be needed to achieve satisfactory results.
Parallelism
Two cap screws on the top front of the fence position it parallel with the blade.
To verify fence parallelism:
1. Disconnect and lockout power to the saw!
2. Slide the fence up against the right-hand edge of
the miter slot; lock it in place, then raise the blade
above the insert. Using a fine ruler, examine how
the fence lines up with the miter slot and the blade.
Note: It is permissible for the back of the
fence to pivot outward 1/64" from being parallel with
the blade. Many woodworkers intentionally set up their
fence in this manner. This creates a slightly larger
opening between the fence and the rear of the blade to
reduce the risk of workpiece binding or burning as it is fed through the cut. Keep this in mind
before adjusting your fence.
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If the fence is parallel with the miter slot/blade, no further adjustments need to be made.
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If the fence is not parallel with the miter slot/blade, then you must adjust the fence parallel
with the miter slot/blade.
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If the miter slot is not parallel with the blade, you must follow the procedures described in
Miter Slot to Blade Parallelism.