Craftsman 25980 - Accu-Rip Saw Guide User Manual

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The Accu-Rip is designed as an accessory
for use with most circular power saws. It
will only work with circular saws that
contain Right-Hand Blades.
When used properly, the Accu-Rip will
improve the accuracy of long, straight cuts
in any material that you would normally cut
with your saw. The Accu-Rip also
eliminates several time consuming steps
normally needed when using a circular saw
to make straight rip-cuts to a specific width:
§ Eliminates the need for a tape measure
§ Eliminates 'marking' the material
§ Eliminates the use of chalk lines
§ Because the Cut-Guide follows the edge
of your material, you no longer need to
carefully follow a line on the material.
§ Allows you to change cutting widths in
seconds by simply adjusting the Cut-
Guide.
You can use the Accu-Rip to make straight
rip cuts as narrow as 1/16 inch, or as wide
as 24 inches for splitting 48-inch material
such as plywood, wafer board, paneling, or
siding.
The design of the Accu-Rip allows
adjustment to fit most current brands of
saws. It has been tested with the current
major brands of Right-Hand Blade circular
saws. If you have an older circular saw,
the Accu-Rip may not fit properly into the
saw base plate.
Please read carefully all sections of this
User Guide. The Operator Tips section
gives useful information on ways to make
your Accu-Rip perform at its best.
§ Always unplug your saw from the power
source before attaching or removing the
Accu-Rip.
§ The Accu-Rip is designed to fit Right-
Hand Blade circular saws only. Never
attempt to use the Accu-Rip with other
types of saws.
§ When attaching the Accu-Rip to your
circular saw, make sure that the L-
Brackets and T-Bolts are located in
areas that do not interfere with the
saw's normal operation.
§ When using the Accu-Rip, periodically
re-tighten the T-Bolts.
§ Follow the User instructions when
adjusting, attaching, or using the Accu-
Rip.
§ Always follow the saw manufacturer's
safety guidelines when operating or
maintaining your saw.
§ Keep hands away from saw blade when
operating your saw.
§ Always wear proper eye protection
when operating your saw.
ACCU-RIP SAW GUIDE USER INSTRUCTIONS
About the Accu-Rip Saw Guide
Important Safety Information Please Read Carefully
Model No. 25980

Craftsman 25980 - Accu-Rip Saw Guide Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	25980 - Accu-Rip Saw Guide
Category	Tools
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Information

How to Set Up and Attach the Accu-Rip to Your Saw

Positioning the Accu-Rip on the Saw Base

Aligning Zero Mark and Saw Base

Securing L-Brackets and T-Bolts

Finalizing Accu-Rip Attachment

Tightening Retainer Screws

Hand-Tightening T-Bolts

Making Rip-Cuts

Setting the Cut Dimension

Loosening the handle, moving the Cut-Guide, and hand-tightening the handle to the desired width.

Performing the Cut

Keeping the Cut-Guide against the material edge and pushing forward at the saw's pace.

Managing the End of the Cut

Reducing sideways pressure and maintaining a straight line through the last portion of the cut.

Troubleshooting Guide

Inaccurate Cut Width

Addresses issues like misaligned Zero marks, loose T-bolts, or loose Cut-Guide handles.

Unstraight Cuts

Covers problems such as excessive force, dull blades, improper blades, fast cuts, or loose fittings.

Smooth Cut-Guide Movement

Solutions for a stiff Cut-Guide include loosening the handle or clearing debris from the channel.