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Alternatively, drilled and tapped holes in the

table top allow the use of wing nuts and washers

as a method of clamping. If this method of

fastening is used, provide slots in the feather

board for adjustment.

Figure 37 shows a method of attaching and use

of the feather board as a vertical comb. The

horizontal application is essentially the same

except that the attachment is to the table top.

Filler Piece (Figure 38).

A filler piece is necessary for narrow ripping and

permits the guard to remain on the machine. It

also provides space for the safe use of a push

stick.

Push Block & Push Stick (Figures 39 & 40).

These items help feed the workpiece along

fence and blade while keeping the operator's

hands at a safe distance from the blade.

Maintenance

Good saw operation requires periodic preventive

maintenance.

Keep the inside of the cabinet and trunnion area

clean. A stiff brush will remove sawdust before

it cakes and pitch or gum is easily removed with

a commercial solvent or with a good oven

cleaner. To accomplish this, remove the table

by removing the three mounting screws (see

Figure 15) and exposing the working

mechanisms of the saw. After cleaning the tilting

and raising worm and worm gear segments and

the trunnions, grease these three areas with a

good grade non-hardening grease.

Check periodically for excessive play in the

tilting and raising mechanism and in the saw

arbor and re-adjust as required.

Check periodical

y for belt tension and wear.

Readjust or replace belts as required.

The table surface must be kept clean and free of

rust for best results. Apply a coat of paste wax

to the surface to facilitate this. An alternative is

to apply white talcum powder, rubbed in

vigorously once a week with a blackboard

eraser; this will fill casting pores and form a

moisture barrier. This method provides a table

top that is slick and allows rust rings to be easily

wiped from the surface. Important also is the

fact that talcum powder will not stain wood or

mar finishes as wax pickup does.

Figure 38

Figure 39

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