Typical Operations And Helpful Hints; Machine Use; Auxiliary Wood Fence - Black & Decker BDMS100 Instruction Manual

ADJUSTING THE TENSION OF THE CUTTINGHEAD RETURN SPRING
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE!
The tension of the cuttinghead return spring was adjusted
at the factory so that the cuttinghead returns to the "up"
position after cutting.
To adjust the spring tension, loosen the locknut (A) Fig.
29 and turn the screw (B) (clockwise to increase or
counterclockwise to decrease the spring tension). After
adjustment, tighten the locknut (A).

MACHINE USE

TYPICAL OPERATIONS AND HELPFUL HINTS

1. Before cutting, make certain that the cutting arm and table are at their correct settings and firmly locked in place.
2. Place the workpiece on the table and hold it firmly against the fence.
3. Keep your hands out of the "Hazard Zone".
4. For best results, cut at a slow, even cutting rate.
5. Never attempt freehand cutting (wood that is not held firmly against the fence and table).

AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE

When performing multiple or repetitive operations that result in small cut-off pieces (one inch or less), the
saw blade can catch the cut-off pieces and project them out of the machine or into the blade guard and housing, causing
damage or injury. To limit the risk, mount an auxiliary wood fence on your saw (Fig. 30).
Holes are provided in the fence to attach an auxiliary fence (A) Fig. 30. This auxiliary fence is constructed of straight wood
approximately 1/2" thick by 3" high by 20" long.
NOTE: The auxiliary fence (A) is used ONLY with the saw blade in the 0° bevel position (90° to the table). When you bevel cut (blade
tilted), remove the auxiliary fence.
A
Fig. 30
Fig. 29
A
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B
A