Jet JBTS-10MJS Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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18Aligning the Blade Guard SplitterTo avoid injury from anaccidental start, make sure the switch is in theOFF position and the plug is disconnected.● When installing the blade guard, cover theblade teeth with a piece of folded cardboard toprotect yourself from possible injury.● Never operate this tool without the safetyguard in place for all through sawing operations.Important: The splitter must always be correctlyaligned with the blade so the cut workpiece willpass on either side without binding or twisting.The splitter/riving knife is adjusted at the factoryand should not require adjustment. In the event thatadjustment becomes necessary, follow theprocedure below.Referring to Figure 19:1. Remove the table insert and raise the blade tothe maximum height by turning the bladeelevation handwheel clockwise.2. Remove the blade guard and pawl assembly(see Blade Guard Assembly on page 15)3. Adjust the blade to the 90° vertical position byunlocking the blade tilting lock knob and turningthe bevel tilting handwheel counterclockwise,and then lock into position.4. To see if the blade (A) and splitter (B) arecorrectly aligned, lay a straightedge along theside of the blade and against the splitter(making sure the square is between the teethof the blade).The blade and splitter should be perfectly in-line. Ifthe blade and splitter are not correctly aligned:5. Loosen two screws (C) just enough to permitadjustment of the splitter mounting bracket (D).6. Adjust the splitter (B) until it is aligned with thesaw blade (A), using the straightedge asreference.7. Tighten screws (C) and recheck alignment.8. Replace table insert, pawl assembly and bladeguard assembly.Figure 19