Basic saw operation, Using feattierboards for thru sawing, Using featherboards for thru sawing – Craftsman 113.298761 User Manual
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basic saw operation
RIPPING
Ripping - A cutting or shaping operation alor^ the
length of the workpiece.
Position the Fence to the desired WIDTH OF RIP and
kK:k in place.
Before starting to rip, be sure:
1 . 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 sirrple one can be made by clamping a piece of
plyvraod to a sawhorse.
ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES
USING FEATtiERBOARDS FOR THRU
SAWING
Featherboards
are
NOT
empfoyed
for
thru-sawing
operations when using the Miter Gauge.
Featherbaords are used to keep the work in contact with
the Fence and table as shown, and to help stop kick
backs.
AcftI 7-1/2 inches highHat facing board to the Fence, the
full length of the Fence.............
^ ^ ^ ^ ^
Mount Featherboards to Fence and table as shown, so
that leadirg edges of Feathertx>ards will support work
piece.
WARNING: Make sure the Featherboard against the
edge piessi^ only on the uncut portion (forward of
the biade}. It might otherwise pinch the blade In the
kerf and cause a kickback.
Before starting the operation (switch “OFF” and cutler
below table surf ace):
1. install Featherboards so they exert pressure on the
workpiece; be positive they are secure, and
2. Make sure by trial that the Featherboards will stop a
kickback if one should occur.
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