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Model G0771Z (Mfd. Since 01/21)
Spreader or Riving
Knife Alignment
Checking Alignment
The blade guard spreader/riving knife must be
aligned with the blade when installed. If the
spreader/riving knife is not aligned with the blade,
then the workpiece will be forced sideways during
the cut, which will increase the risk of kickback.
Tools Needed
Qty
Straightedge (min. 12") ...................................... 1
To check spreader/riving knife alignment:
1. DISCONNECT SAW FROM POWER!
2. Raise saw blade to maximum height so you
have easy working access.
3. Place straightedge against top and bottom of
blade and spreader/riving knife, as shown in
Figure 114. Spreader/riving knife should be
parallel with blade at both positions and in the
"Alignment Zone," as shown in
Figure 115.
Figure 114. Example of checking top and bottom
riving knife parallelism with blade.
Top Alignment
Bottom Alignment
Figure 115. Spreader/riving knife alignment zone.
Alignment
Zone
Spreader or
Riving Knife
Blade
11.
Tighten one table mounting bolt a small
amount and then repeat with the others,
tightening each down the same amount.
Continue this process with all the bolts, tight-
ening them a little each time until they are all
secure.
12.
Now recheck blade to miter slot at 0° and 45°
by repeating Steps 2-5.
— If distance of A and B are equal, continue
to Step 13.
— If distances are still off, repeat Steps
9–12
.
13.
Once miter slot is adjusted to blade, recheck
all measurements and be sure table mount-
ing bolts are secure.
Note: If you remove the table in the future,
note the shim placements and reassemble
them exactly how they came apart.
