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17
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is
unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the
OFF position. Failure to heed this warning could result in
serious personal injury.
BASE LOCKING LEVER ADJUSTMENT
See Figures 18 and 19.
The base locking lever may need occasional adjustment. It
may be necessary to tighten the lever.
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Unplug the saw.
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If attached, remove the vacuum attachment.
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Remove the base plate screws and base plate by remov-
ing the six base screws to expose the adjusting nut.
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Loosen the locking screw. It is not necessary to remove
the screw from the base.
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Release the base locking lever by pulling it forward.
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Tighten the adjusting nut 1/4 of a turn in the clockwise
direction.
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Engage the lock lever by pushing it back under the motor
assembly and check the base for any movement.
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If the base is still loose, release the lock lever and tighten
the adjusting nut another 1/4 of a turn. Repeat until the
base is secure after engaging the lock lever.
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Securely tighten the locking screw. This will keep the
adjusting nut from coming loose.
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Install the base plate and all base plate screws.
BASE PLATE
Fig. 18
ADJUSTING NUT
LOCKING SCREW
Fig. 19
BASE
BASE PLATE
SCREWS