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Once the riving knife is properly positioned at the
correct distance from the blade, verify that it is
aligned with the blade by checking the alignment
with a straightedge in the top and bottom loca-
tions shown in Figure 80.
Bottom Alignment
Figure 80. Checking top and bottom riving knife
alignment with blade.
The riving knife should be parallel with the blade
along its length at both positions and should be in
the "Alignment Zone" shown in Figure 81.
Spreader
Blade
Figure 81. Verifying that riving knife is in the
alignment zone behind the blade.
If the riving knife is not aligned or parallel with the
blade, refer to Riving Knife Mounting Block on
Page 78.
Model G0764Z (Mfd. Since 10/15)
Top Alignment
Alignment
Zone
Straightedge
Blade Requirements
The riving knife included with this machine is 0.10"
(2.5mm) thick and is only designed for 14" diam-
eter blades.
When choosing a main blade, make sure the
blade size meets the requirements listed below.
The thickness of the blade body and teeth can be
measured with calipers or any precision measur-
ing device.
Blade Size Requirements:
•
Body Thickness: 0.079"–0.094"
(2.0mm–2.4mm)
•
Kerf (Tooth) Thickness: 0.102"–0.126"
(2.6mm–3.2mm)
Blade Selection
This section on blade selection is by no means
comprehensive. Always follow the saw blade
manufacturer's recommendations to ensure safe
and efficient operation of your table saw.
Ripping Blade Features:
•
Best for cutting with the grain
•
30-40 teeth
•
Flat-top ground tooth profile
•
Large gullets for large chip removal
Figure 82. Ripping blade.
Flat
Top
Blade
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