Setting The Rip Fence - Axminster AW10BSB2 User Manual

Setting the Machine
Tilt the blade fully over. Using a mitre square, set the angle of the saw to 45˚. Check that the index
mark gives a corresponding reading against the scale. Adjust the pointer if necessary. Reset the
blade upright, check that the angle scale reading is correct. (See figs 98-99)
Fig 98
Tilt index scale
Check that the index mark gives a
corresponding reading against the scale.
Set the rip fence a predetermined distance from the saw blade and lock in position. Check that
the rip fence is held securely when it is locked in position. If the locking appears a little 'slack'
adjust the position of the clamping lug at the rear of the rip fence by tightening the nut. (A)
Check that the preset distance corresponds to the measurement on the scale against the index
mark in the magnifying lens. If not, adjust the position of the rip fence on its mounting bracket.
Fig 100
Setting the Rip Fence (See figs 102-103)
Check that the fence (20) is parallel to the saw blade by sliding it up against it. If the fence is out
of alignment loosen the (short or long) rip fence rails and adjust until correct, tighten the bolt.
NOTE: Lubricate the fence rails and the underside of the rip fence clamp assembly (20) with a
ptfe dry lubricant, so the fence assembly runs smoothly back and forth.
Fig 102
A
20
28
Fig 99
Pointer
45˚ Scale pointer
Fig 101
Index mark
Fig 103