16Vertical viseThe vertical vise can be installed in two positions on eitherthe left or right side of the guide fence or the base. Insert thevise rod into the hole in the guide fence or the base andtighten the screw to secure the vise rod.Position the vise arm according to the thickness and shapeof the workpiece and secure the vise arm by tightening thescrew. If the screw to secure the vise arm contacts the guidefence, install the screw on the opposite side of vise arm.Make sure that no part of the tool contacts the vise whenlowering the handle fully and pulling or pushing the carriageall the way. If some part contacts the vise, re-position the visearm.Press the workpiece flat against the guide fence and the turnbase. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting positionand secure it firmly by tightening the vise knob.CAUTION:• The workpiece must be secured firmly against the turnbase and guide fence with the vise during all operations.Horizontal vise (optional accessory)The horizontal vise can be installed in two positions on eitherthe left or right side of the base. When performing 15° orgreater miter cuts, install the horizontal vise on the sideopposite the direction in which the turn base is to be turned.By flipping the vise nut to the left, the vise is released, andrapidly moves in and out. To grip the workpiece, push thevise knob forward until the vise plate contacts the workpieceand flip the vise nut to the right. Then turn the vise knobclockwise to secure the workpiece.The maximum width of workpiece which can be secured bythe horizontal vise is 200 mm (7 - 7/8”).When installing the horizontal vise on the right side of thebase, also use the sub-fence R to secure the workpiecemore firmly. Refer to the “Sub-fence R” section described onpreviously for installing the sub-fence R.CAUTION:• Always rotate the vise nut to the right fully when securingthe workpiece. Failure to do so may result in insufficientsecuring of the workpiece. This could cause the workpieceto be thrown, cause damage to the blade or cause the lossof control, which can result in PERSONAL INJURY.1. Vise arm2. Vise rod3. Screw4. Clamp screw5. Guide fence123 450015481. Vise plate2. Vise nut3. Vise knob12 3001550