6.0 Operation
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Figure 13
6.5 Backgauge Control
Each time the machine is switched on, the backgauge must be preset. Switch on the machine. The
display will read all dashes. If the backgauge is closer than 5 inches (127mm), move the backgauge
further than 5 inches (127mm)then bring it forward again until numbers are displayed. If the
backgauge is further than 5 inches (127mm), bring it forward until numbers are displayed.
The hand wheel operated lead screw moves the backgauge to position stock for cutting. The
backgauge position is shown with an LED display.
The backgauge should always be brought
forward to the cut position to eliminate any slack in the lead screw/backgauge components.
Inaccurate cutting will result if positioned while moving from a smaller dimension to a larger
dimension.
The right-most LED will flash until the backgauge is at optimal position for the dimension
being cut; at which time, the LED will switch to a non-flashing display.
