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5. Use the blade tension indicator (B, Fig. 10) as
reference only. Blade should be tensioned
using the finger pressure method.
Blade Tracking
Blade tracking may be required from time to time
depending on the blade size and tension. The blade
must be tensioned as outlined on page 5 under
"Blade Tensioning". Disconnectthe machine from
the power source and open both blade wheel doors.
Shift the high-low gear box lever into the neutral
position. Turn the upper blade wheel by hand while
observing blade position on the upper blade wheel.
If adjustment is necessary:
1. Turn blade tracking knob (A, Fig. 10) clockwise
to track blade toward front of blade wheel.
2. Turn counter-clockwise to track blade toward
rear of blade wheel. Blade should be tracked
as close to the center of the top blade wheel as
possible.
Note: Upper and lower blade guides should be
moved away and left loose from the blade
while tracking adjustments are being made.
Blade Guide Adjustment
Lt CAUTION
Blade guides must be properly adjusted or
damage may occur to the blade and/or the
guides.
Lt WARNING
Air nozzle has been removed to show detail.
Always operate saw with the air nozzle in place
and properly adjusted. Failure to comply may
cause serious injury!
1. Loosen lock knob (A, Fig. 9) and turn blade
guide handwheel (B, Fig. 9) until blade guide
assembly is half way between table and head,
then tighten lock knob (A, Fig. 9).
2. Loosen screw (A, Fig. 11) and slide blade guide
assembly away from the blade until it stops.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
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