T10812 Carving Vise (Mfd. 09/14)
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To attach workpiece to faceplate:
1. While holding faceplate, loosen clamping
handle (see
Figure 4).
2. Remove faceplate/column assembly from
clamping assembly.
3. Locate appropriate position for workpiece on
faceplate.
4. Select at least four mounting holes and mark
through faceplate onto workpiece with sharp
pencil.
Note: Mounting points should be placed
evenly across workpiece to avoid stress that
could cause screws to break.
5. Pre-drill holes in workpiece slightly smaller in
diameter than mounting screws.
6. Position faceplate on workpiece and attach
with button head wood screws.
1. While holding faceplate, loosen clamping
handle (see
Figure 4).
2. Position workpiece.
3. Tighten clamping handle.
Adjusting Tilt and Height
Adjusting Rotation
1. Insert pin wrench into retaining collar (see
Figure 6).
2. Turn retaining collar counterclockwise until
the vise rotates freely.
3. Position workpiece.
4. Turn retaining collar clockwise until snug.
5. Remove pin wrench and store in safe place.
Figure 6. Insert pin wrench.
Pin
Wrench
Retaining
Collar
7. With workpiece securely attached to face-
plate, re-install faceplate/column assembly
into clamping assembly.
8. Tighten clamping handle.
Note: When carving small, narrow, or oddly
shaped workpieces, it may be necessary
to attach an intermediate base to faceplate
providing a larger, more stable work area for
workpiece.
Figure 5. Correct screw type for faceplate
attachment.
Correct
Incorrect
DO NOT use screws with tapered heads
to attach the faceplate because they could
split the faceplate, or the screws could snap
off during operation. See the illustration in
Figure 5 for examples.
