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Alternate Guide Strip Positions
Your saw was assembled with the guide strip in the
most frequently used position on the work table
(see figure 3). The guide strip may be moved to
alternate positions to accommodate varying uses.
Moving the guide strip behind the spacer board will
allow for maximum cross cutting capabilities. Mov-
ing the guide strip back to the rear board will pro-
vide for maximum ripping capability.
Table Setups for Heavy Duty Cutting
If the depth of cut exceeds 1
5/8”
it is advisable to
replace the original guide strip with a higher fence.
Make a
5/8”
x
15/16”
notch in a straight 2 x 4; re-
move the original guide strip and replace with the
notched 2 x 4. If a greater depth of cut is desired or
a larger diameter blade is used is used attach a
spacer to the 2 x 4 fence. Be certain all spacer fas-
teners are clear of saw kerfs. (See figure 4.)
When making heavy cuts high above the table,
such as rafter notching or dado cutting, the follow-
ing setup is suggested. Replace the spacer board
and the guide strip with 2 straight 2 x
4’
s or 2 x
6’
s.
Attach several gusset boards to the rear 2 x 4 or 2 x
6 to back up the fence. (See figure 4.)
Figure 3
Figure 4
Operating
Instructions
Table Clamps
The table clamps are
manually adjusted. If it
is desired to insert a 2 x 4
or 2 x 6 on its narrow
side as a fence, remove
the existing spacer
board, and use the
guide strip as a back up
for the high fence
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