Shop fox W1849 - Service - Table Tilt Scale Calibration; Calibrating the Table Tilt Pointer

-74-
Model W1849 (For Machines Mfd. Since 11/16)
SERVICE
Calibrating Table Tilt
Scale Pointer
The table tilt scale pointer (see Figure 105) was
calibrated at the factory. However, after prolonged use
the pointer may shift, requiring adjustment.
Note: The table tilt scale functions as a basic guide only.
For high-precision cuts, use a protractor or bevel gauge to
set the angle of table tilt.
Tools Needed Qty
Machinist's Square ..............................................1
Phillips Screwdriver #2 .........................................1
To calibrate table tilt scale pointer, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Place one edge of square on table and other edge of
square against blade side, as shown in Figure 106.
3. Adjust table tilt (refer to Tilting Table, beginning on
Page 51 for more information) until square rests flush
and evenly against both table and blade side.
Note: Make sure square does not go across a blade
tooth when performing this step.
4. Loosen Phillips head screw that secures table tilt
pointer (see Figure 107), adjust pointer to "0" on
scale, then retighten screw.
Blade
Square
Table
Figure 106. Adjusting table perpendicular
to blade (side to side).
Figure 107. Location of screw that secures
table tilt pointer.
Screw
Figure 105. Location of table tilt scale
and angle indicator.
Table Tilt
Scale
Pointer