Adjusting The Quick-Release Clamp - SawStop CNS175 Owner's Manual

Making Adjustments to Your Saw

Adjusting the Quick-Release Clamp

The clamping pressure holding the spreader or riving knife in the quick-release clamp is factory adjusted to
require approximately 5-10 lbs. of force to push the handle to the fully down and clamped position. This is a
moderate amount of force to apply with one hand. If excessive force is required to move the handle down, or if
you are unable to move the handle down by hand, then the clamp should be adjusted to reduce the clamping
pressure. Alternatively, if the handle moves down with only light pressure, then the clamping force should be
increased. When evaluating the clamping force, make sure the riving knife or spreader is properly seated in
the clamp.
To adjust the clamping force, begin by removing the riving knife or spreader. Raise the handle so that it faces
upward, and push the handle toward the clamp. The clamp assembly includes an internal spring designed to
push the clamp open when the handle is raised. Therefore you will have to push the handle toward the clamp
against the force of the spring.
When the handle is fully pressed against the
clamp, an adjustment bolt will be exposed
as shown in Fig. 99. Turn the adjustment
bolt clockwise a slight amount to increase
the clamping pressure, or counter-clockwise
a slight amount to decrease the clamping
pressure. Release the handle and allow the
spring to push it away from the clamp and
re-engage the adjustment bolt. Now reinstall
the spreader or riving knife and test the
clamping pressure. Repeat the adjustment as
necessary until the correct clamping pressure
is achieved.
WARNING! It is important to maintain the correct clamping pressure on the riving knife
and spreader. If the pressure is too low these important safety devices may not function
properly and a serious injury could result. In addition, the spreader or riving knife may come
into contact with the blade and cause an unintended activation of the safety system.
WARNING! Always turn off the main power switch and unplug
the power cord before making any adjustments to your saw.
push handle
toward clamp
adjustment
bolt
Fig. 99
SawStop 10" Contractor Saw 73