Specifications

basic saw operation

RIPPING

Ripping - A cutting or shaping operation along the

length of the workpiece.

Positionthe Fence to the desired WIDTH OF RIP and

lock in place.

Before starting to dp, be sure:

1. Rip Fence is parallel to sawblade:

2. Spreader is properly aligned with sawblade.

3. Anti-Kickback Pawls are functioning properly.

When ripping LONG BOARDS or LARGE PANELS,

always use a work support.

A simple one can be made by clamping a piece of

plywoodto a sawhorse.

ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES

USING FEATHERBOARDS FOR THRU

SAWING

Featherboards are NOT employed for thru-sawing

operations when usingthe Miter Gauge.

Featherbaords are used tokeep thework in contact with

the Fence and table as shown, and to help stop kick-

backs.

Add7-1/2 inches highflat facing boardtothe Fence, the

full length of the Fence.

Mount Featherboards to Fence and table as shown, so

that leading edges of Featherboards will support work-

piece.

I WARNING: Make sure the Featherboard against I

the edge presses only on the uncut porUon (for-

ward of the blade). It might otherwise Inch the

blade in the kerf and cause a kickback.

Before starting the operation (switch "OFF" and cutter

below table sudace):

1. Install Featherboards so they exert pressure on the

workpiece; be positivetheyare secure, and

2. Make sure by trialthat the Featherboards will stop a

kickback if one should occur.

"'C" CLAMPS

FEATHERBOARD

WORK SUPPORT

FEATHERBOARD