User`s guide

6. Move the X-axis so the dial test indicator’s point is about 1/16” inside of
one end of the vise jaws.
7. Move the Y-axis so that the dial test indicator’s point contacts the fixed jaw
of the vise. Continue moving the Y-axis to zero the dial test indicator.
8. Move the X-axis so that the dial test indicator’s point wipes across the width
of the fixed jaw of the vise.
9. Take a reading when the point of the dial test indicator reaches the far end
of the vise jaw.
10. Move the Z-axis to raise the dial test indicator so that the point is above the
vise jaws.
11. Tap the vise with a dead-blow hammer to rotate it in the appropriate
direction to reduce the reading on the dial test indicator.
12. Repeat steps 5 through 11 until the reading on the dial test indicator is
acceptable to you. You should be able to reduce the reading to 0.001” or
less.
13. Tighten the vise mounting bolts.
Using Parallels
Precision parallels are used to raise the workpiece off the bed of the vise to a
position where you can mill the top surface. Parallels come in sets of graduated
heights. Choose a pair of parallels that position the top surface of the work
above the top of the vise jaws, while keeping enough material between the
jaws of the vise for effective clamping.
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