Setting The Table For Horizontal Or Bevel Cutting; Adjusting Hold Down; Adjusting Dust Blower; Aligning The Bevel Indicator - Makita SJ401 Instruction Manual

SETTING THE TABLE FOR HORIZONTAL OR
BEVEL CUTTING
Table
1. Loosen the table lock knob, and the saw table can be tilted to
the left and locked at any angle from 0 degree horizontal
cutting position up to 45 degrees for bevel cutting.
2. A degree scale is also provided under the work table as a
convenient reference for setting the approximate table angle
for bevel cutting. When greater precision is required, make
practice cuts and adjust the table as necessary for your
requirements.
3. NOTE: When cutting at angles, the hold down can be tilted so
it's parallel to the table and rests flat against the workpiece. To
tilt foot, loosen allen screw, tilt foot so it's parallel to table and
securely tighten screw.

ADJUSTING HOLD DOWN

Hold Down Rod Lock Knob
The hold down should be adjusted so it contacts the top surface of
the work being cut by loosening adjusting knob and moving hold
down rod up or down.
Tighten adjusting knob after adjustment has been made.
Hold Down Foot Allen
Screw
Table Lock Knob
Hold Down Rod

ADJUSTING DUST BLOWER

Sawdust Blower Set Screw
Sawdust Blower
The dust blower may be moved to direct air to the most effective
point on the cutting line by loosening screw, adjust dust blower
accordingly and tighten screw.

ALIGNING THE BEVEL INDICATOR

Blade
Degree Scale
Pointer
Pointer Adjustment Screw
1. Loosening the hold down adjusting knob and moving hold
down rod up. Then tighten adjusting knob.
2. Loosen the table lock knob and move the table until it is
approximately perpendicular, or at a right angle to the blade.
3. Place a small square on the table next to the blade to check if
the table is 90 degrees to the blade. If adjustment is needed,
raise or lower the table until table is approximately 90 degrees
to the blade and securely tighten the table lock knob.
4. Loosen the screw holding the degree scale pointer, move
pointer to the 0 degree mark and securely tighten screw.
Remember, the degree scale is a convenient guide but should
not be relied upon for precision. Make practice cuts on scrap
wood to determine if your angle setting are correct.
5. Remove the hold down rod to desired position.
Blade Support & Guard Set Screw
Blade Support & Guard
Square
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