Setting The Fence Angle - Chicago Electric 68987 Owners & Safety Manual

Setting the Fence angle

To adjust the fence angle to anywhere from 0º to 90º:
1. Loosen the Angle Locking Knob and
rotate the Angle Fence until the desired
angle is set on the Angle Ruler.
2. Tighten the Angle Locking Knob.
Setting the height
The Height fence setting is to measure the cut from
the top surface of the workpiece. It is set using
both the Angle Fence and the Height Fence.
1. Set the Angle Fence to 90º (see above,
Setting the Fence Angle).
2. Loosen the Height Locking Knob and
raise or lower the Fence Assembly.
3. Tighten the Height Locking Knob.
Work piece and Work area Set up
1. Work piece selection:
a. Work piece must be free of foreign
objects and loose knots.
b. Wet lumber, green (unseasoned) lumber,
and pressure treated lumber all have an
increased potential for kickback and should
only be cut with a blade designed for cutting
that lumber. Wear a NIOSH-approved
respirator and have appropriate ventilation
whenever cutting pressure treated lumber.
2. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
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Angle Locking Knob
Angle Ruler
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3. Route the power cord along a safe route
to reach the work area without creating a
tripping hazard or exposing the power cord
to possible damage. The power cord must
reach the work area with enough extra length
to allow free movement while working.
4. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps
(not included) to prevent movement while working.
5. Verify that there are no utility lines or
hardware in or near the workpiece.
This is especially critical for plunge cuts.
Height Locking
Knob
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