PowerTec 71766 User Manual

INSTRUCTION SHEET
Precision Miter Gauge Fence System
UNPACKING CONTENTS
NOTE: Check for shipping damage. Check immediately whether
all parts and accessories are included.
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY
A Miter Gauge
1
B
Telescoping Fence, 3" x 1-3/8" x 20"
with 12" Movable Scale
1
C 3" Fence Flip Stop with Pointer
1
D Extra Expansion Discs (Retain for future use)
4
E M4 Screws (for Expansion Discs)
4
F 5/16" Round Knobs
2
G T-Bolt 5/16"-18x3/4"
2
H 3 mm Hex Wrench
1
I 2.5 mm Hex Wrench
1
J Handle
1
K Washer for Handle
1
WARNING
For your own safety, read the machine's instruction manual before
using any accessory. Failure to heed these warnings may result in
serious personal injury and damage to the tool and theaccessory.
• Before using the Precision Miter Gauge Fence System, read
and follow all instructions and safety information provided.
• Always keep hands clear of the blade, cutter, sanding disc/belt.
• Before making adjustments to the Precision Miter Gauge
Fence System, turn off the power, allow the blade, cutter or
sanding disc/belt to come to a complete stop and unplug
the machine.
• Ensure handle and lock knob are tight beforeusing.
• Before turning on the power afteradjustments, ALWAYS
verify there is a safe clearance between the blade and fence.
WARNING
Risk of accidental starting and serious personal injury.
Unplug the machine before attaching the Precision Miter Gauge
Fence System.
ASSEMBLY Refer to Figures 1, 2
NOTE: This miter gauge is equipped with a Locking Plunger
with spring loaded pin. The most commonly used angles are
notched with positive stops 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°, 45° and 60°.
To set or change the angles see TO USE on page 4.
Figure 1
See Figure 2. Place washer onto handle threads and thread the
handle onto the guide bar. Tighten handle.
Figure 2
Model No. 71766
23-0216

PowerTec 71766 Specifications

General

Brand	PowerTec
Model	71766
Category	Power Tool
Language	English

Summary

Unpacking Contents

Assembly Instructions

Miter Gauge Setup and Adjustments

Setting the Gauge to 90 Degrees

Align the Miter Gauge Head and Indexer to 0° and verify perpendicularity to the miter bar.

Fitting to Miter Slot

Ensure the miter bar plate is tight or remove plate if not equipped with T-slotted miter slot.

Squaring the Miter Gauge Face

Adjust the screw to set the miter gauge face perpendicular to the table.

Fence and Flip Stop Installation

Installing the Fence

Expand or switch fence position by loosening knobs and pulling fence end.

Inserting the Flip Stop

Slide T-Bolt into fence slot, position arm, and tighten adjustment knob.

Features and Operation

Movable Scale Features

Utilize the 12" movable scale with pointer for accurate measurements and workpiece length setting.

Calibrating the Scale

Align the 0 mark of the scale to the pointer using the flip stop.

Setting Angles

Use the adjustment plunger and protractor scale to set precise angles.

General Usage Instructions

Unlock the adjustment plunger to move the miter gauge freely side-to-side.

Safety Warnings and Precautions