OPERATION
7. DUST EXTRACTION PORT
The dust extraction port allows a dust extraction system or
standard vacuum cleaner nozzle to be fitted to the saw
permitting the efficient removal of dust whilst the tool is in
use.
8. QUADRANT SCALE
The quadrant scale shows the angle to which the base plate
is tilted.
9. PARALLEL FENCE GUIDE (Fig 4.)
The parallel fence guide allows you to make parallel cuts in
a length of wood. CAUTION. Always ensure that the saw is
switched off and unplugged from the power supply before
making any adjustments. Slide the fence guide into the slot
in the base plate.
Adjust the guide to the required width and secure it in position
with the locking knob. Ensure that the guide rests against
the wood along its entire length to give a consistent parallel
cut.
10. PARALLEL FENCE LOCKING KNOB
The locking knob is used to secure the parallel fence guide
to the base plate.
11. BASE PLATE
The base plate should be kept flat against the work piece
when making a cut. It can be tilted to change the angle of
cut.
12. BLADE GUARD LEVER
The blade guard lever can be used to lift the blade guard
clear of the work when plunge cutting.
13. UPPER BLADE GUARD
The fixed guard encloses the upper part of the blade.
14. RIVING KNIFE (Fig 5.)
The riving knife is positioned behind the saw blade. It prevents
freshly cut timber from closing up onto the blade. The riving
knife should always be positioned central to and in line with
the blade and adjusted so that the distance between the riving
knife and the toothed rim of the saw blade is even along the
curve of the blade and not more than 5mm wide.
To adjust the position of the riving knife first lower the base
plate and lift the lower blade guard using the blade guard
Fig 4.
lever. This allows access to the two screws that secure the
knife. Loosen the screws, adjust the knife as required and
retighten the screws.
Fig 5.
