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The Fence (Fig. 18) aligns the edge of stock in the proper location for the pocket hole and length of the
“Web”
(Fig. 16), (distance from end of stock to end of pocket hole). The Fence is adjustable and can be positioned for
various screw lengths and material thicknesses. It is important to have the fence adjusted properly, if the Web is
too short or too long it can create a weak joint. If too short the Web will not have enough strength and the screw
could over penetrate. If the web is too long, the screw will not penetrate enough into the mating material.
NOTE: The typical Fence setting for joining two 3/4
” thick pieces of material using 1-1/4”
screws is approximately 5/8
”. The web length is approximately 5/8”. Fine tuning the
Fence for specific applications, materials and hardware may be required. Always
process a test piece after making adjustments.
The Fence is secured to the table with four knobs. To adjust the Fence, loosen the four knobs and slide the
Fence forward or back. A scale (Fence (Web) Adjustment Scale, Fig. 18) is attached to the left side of the table
(as you face the machine) with reference line built into the Fence. When the Fence is positioned properly tighten
the four knobs to secure the Fence.
To calibrate the Fence
:
1. Make a test cut in scrap material (of equal thickness to stock material).
2. Install a screw into test pocket hole and seat firmly.
3. Confirm screw will not penetrate through face of mating material, or penetrate past the end of mating material.
4. Confirm screw has sufficient length through pocket to secure mating material.
5. Confirm pocket is
“Offset” (Fig. 17) a minimum of 3/8” from side of material.
6. Confirm pocket “Web” (Fig. 16) is a minimum of 5/8” from end of material to end of pocket.
7. A. If screw does not properly extend through pocket hole, move Fence back.
B. If screw over extends through pocket hole, move Fence forward.
C. If screw penetrates through face of mating material, move Fence back and/or use a shorter screw.
NOTE: When adjusting the fence, the “Web” should be approximately 5/8”.
Perpendicular Guide Adjustment
Figure 19: Perpendicular Guide Adjustment
Perpendicular
Guide (2 of 2)
Perpendicular
Guide Adjustment
Knobs
Perpendicular
Guide
(1 of 2)
Perpendicular Guide
Adjustment Knobs
Pocket Hole
Red
Alignment Guide
