TO USE
Refer to Figure 2
WARNING
Make sure all guards on the table saw are in place.
For clarity the saw blade guard is not shown in
the illustrations.
NOTE:
The taper jig is marked and can be set in degrees.
For your reference:
1"/foot = 4.8 degrees
2"/foot = 9.5 degrees
3"/foot = 14.0 degrees.
NOTE:
Plan your project before setting up the taper jig.
•
If you know the required angle of cut for
your project:
-
Loosen the wing knob, place the taper jig in the
correct angle and tighten the wing knob to lock
the jig.
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Place the taper jig against the table saw fence with
the workpiece against the work stop.
-
Adjust the fence to the width of the workpiece
and align the blade with the starting mark on
your workpiece.
Gauge
Figure 2
Wing Knob
•
If you DO NOT know the required angle of cut for
your project:
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Mark the full taper on your workpiece.
-
Place the taper jig against the table saw fence and
loosen the wing knob.
-
Place the marked workpiece against the jig and
measure the starting and end points, both should
measure the same distance from the table saw
fence, see Figure 3. Tighten the wing knob to lock
the jig.
Figure 3
Wing
Knob
Fence
Mark on
Workpiece
NOTE:
The starting and end
points should be the same
measurement from the fence.
Make sure the work stop will clear the blade
End Point
Starting
Point
Knob
• Before starting the cut, make sure the blade will clear the
work stop.
• Turn the table saw on and guide the workpiece through
the saw blade using the knob.
WARNING
If needed use a push block, DO NOT place the hands
close to the blade.
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use
of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should
be performed by a qualified service technician.
WARNING
Keep the taper jig dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake
fluids, gasoline, petroleum based products or any strong
solvent to clean the taper jig. Chemicals can damage,
weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious
personal injury.
19-1223
Southern Technologies, LLC
Waukegan, IL 60087
Put these instructions and the original sales invoice in a safe,
dry place for future reference.
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