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Fig. 14
K
K
A
G
B
4. Using a square (G) Fig. 14, check to see if the rip
fence (B) is perpendicular to the saw table and that the
rip fence body is level with the saw table. If an
adjustment is necessary, tighten or loosen either of two
screws (K), until the fence is perpendicular and level with
the saw table.
5. Depending on the type of saw blade being used, the
cursor (D) Fig. 15, may need adjustment to compensate
for the blade thickness.To adjust the cursor, make a test
cut on a piece of lumber and measure the finished cut,
or you can place the rip fence against the blade as
shown earlier in the manual. If a minor adjustment is
necessary, loosen two screws (E) Fig. 15, and move the
cursor (D) as necessary.
Fig. 15
D
E
E
OPERATIONS
Common sawing operations include ripping and crosscutting plus a few other standard operations of a fundamental
nature. As with all power machines, there is a certain amount of hazard involved with the operation and use of the
machine. Using the machine with the respect and caution demanded as far as safety precautions are concerned, will
considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or completely
ignored, personal injury to the operator can result. The following information describes the safe and proper method for
performing the most common sawing operations.
NOTICE: THE PICTURES IN THIS SECTION ARE INTENDED TO
ILLUSTRATE TECHNIQUE ONLY.
THE USE OF ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES NOT RECOMMENDED BY DELTA MAY RESULT
IN THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS.
NEVER USE THE FENCE AS A CUT-OFF
GAGE WHEN CROSS-CUTTING.
When using the block (B) Fig. 16, as a cut-
off gage, it is very important that the rear end of the block
be positioned so the work piece is clear of the block
before it enters the blade.
When cross-cutting a number of pieces to the same
length, a block of wood (B), can be clamped to the fence
and used as a cut-off gage as shown in Fig. 16. It is
important that this block of wood always be positioned in
front of the saw blade as shown. Once the cut-off length
is determined, secure the fence and use the miter gage
to feed the work into the cut.
This block of wood allows the cut-off piece to move
freely along the table surface without binding between
the fence and the saw blade, thereby lessening the
possibility of kickback and injury to the operator.
CUT-OFF
Fig. 16
B