Tapco ProTrax User Manual

Revision 2 - 5/04
ProTrax
™
& MaxTrax
™
Operating Instructions
Multi-Angle Saw Tables
Table of Contents
General Instructions ..............................1
Setting up your ProTrax ........................ 2
Installing the Fence Tape ....................... 5
Attaching Deck Extender ....................... 5
Using the ProTrax
90 Degree Cuts ................................... 6
Angle Cutting ...................................... 7
Cutting a 3/12 Pitch ............................ 8
Setting up your MaxTrax ....................... 9
Using the MaxTrax
90 Degree Cuts ................................... 9
Angle Cutting and 3/12 Pitch ........... 10
Trouble Shooting ................................. 11
saw table with oversized work surface

Tapco ProTrax Specifications

General

Brand	Tapco
Model	ProTrax
Category	Saw
Language	English

Summary

ProTrax and MaxTrax Care and Transportation Instructions

Care and Maintenance Guidelines

Routine care and maintenance for ProTrax and MaxTrax tables, focusing on lubrication and alignment.

Handling Instructions for Saw Tables

Transportation Procedures

Setting Up Your ProTrax and MaxTrax Saw Tables

Mounting the Boom to the Saw Table

Step-by-step guide for attaching the boom to the saw table securely.

ProTrax and MaxTrax Saw Table Setup Continued

Sliding and Aligning Saw Tracks

How to slide and align the saw tracks for proper saw placement and smooth operation.

Adjusting Blade Guard and Depth

Procedures for adjusting the blade guard and depth for safe and effective cutting.

Attaching the Saw Keeper

Instructions for attaching the saw keeper for enhanced safety and to prevent kickback.

Using the ProTrax Multi-Angle Saw Table: 90 Degree Cuts

Squaring the Boom and Table

Preparing for 90-Degree Cuts

Using the ProTrax Multi-Angle Saw Table: Angle Cutting

Setting Angle Pitches Using Wear Strips

Guide to setting specific angle pitches using wear strip markings and boom rotation.

Cutting Common Angles

Using the ProTrax Multi-Angle Saw Table: Cutting a 3/12 Pitch

Setting the 3/12 Pitch from Left Side

Using the MaxTrax Multi-Angle Saw Table: 90 Degree Cuts

Adapting ProTrax 90 Degree Setup for MaxTrax

Using the MaxTrax Saw Table: Angle Cutting and 3/12 Pitch

Adapting ProTrax Angle Setup for MaxTrax

MaxTrax Boom Support Adjustment

Trouble Shooting Your ProTrax and MaxTrax Saw Tables

Difficulty Turning the Handle

Steps to diagnose and fix a difficult to turn handle on the locking block.

Adjusting Lock Block Tension

How to adjust the lock block tension using the set screw for optimal handle operation.