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8.
Fit the handle, washer and nut. Tighten the nut while holding the handle.
Rotate the handle and check that it runs smoothly and that there is not excessive
backlash when going from one direction to the other.
If it feels tight or there is excessive backlash, remove the nut and handle. Rotate
the bush out slightly if the rotation is tight, or rotate the bush in if there is
excessive backlash. Replace the handle, washer and nut and tighten the nut
while holding the handle.
9.
Recheck and repeat the procedure if refinement is required.
Drift master controls.
Lead screw adjusting handle.
The lead screw adjusting handle is used to move the fence to the required
position on your band saw. For every turn of the handle, the fence moves 0.07
inches [1.7 mm]. The handle has graduations around the outside, and by
moving the handle one graduation, the table will move 0.004 inches [0.1 mm].
It is important to note that as with any system that uses a lead screw, there will
backlash. To ensure that this backlash will not affect the accuracy of the drift
master, the following operating procedure must be used.
With the lead screw engagement lever in the engaged position, move the fence
toward the blade to the required position. If you go past the position required,
reverse the handle at least one turn past the required position and then turn the
handle back to the required position. This will ensure that any backlash does
not affect the accuracy of the system.
Note.
After moving the fence to the required position, lock the support table
prior to making a cut. Never rely on the fence staying in the correct position if
the table is not locked.
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