Installation Guide

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WARNING! Your MICRODIAL Tapering Jig is designed to be used
in conjunction with a tablesaw. Make sure you are familiar with the
operation of your saw before attempting any of the techniques presented
within this manual. MICROJIG Inc. assumes no liability for any product
not manufactured by it. The user must take all necessary precautions
when operating a tablesaw or any other tools as recommended by their
manufacturers and as required by any prudent tool user.
• All components must be
thoroughly inspected for damage
before use. Stop using the jig if
any damage occurs.
• Always wear safety glasses and
hearing protection.
• Do not use this jig while under
the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medication or if you are tired.
• If you are not completely confident
in your ability to complete a cut,
do not attempt it.
• Make sure your workpiece sits
solidly on the saw table and has a
straight edge to place in contact
with the jig’s fence that is securely
fastened.
• Keep the saw blade as low as
possible to make the cut. The saw
teeth should project no more
than 1/4”
• Make sure the saw’s rip fence is
locked in place before making
any cuts
• Check to make sure the blade will
not come into contact with the
jig or any part of the GRR-RIPPER
PUSHBLOCKs during the cut.
• When using this jig in conjunction
with any other tool, make sure you
are familiar with the operation of
that tool as well.
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• It is the sole responsibility of the
purchaser to ensure that any third
party reads and agrees to all the
safety precautions and terms prior
to using the jig.
• Remove all jewelry, secure loose
clothing, and tie up long hair
before using the jig.
• The saw table should be clean and
free of obstructions before cutting.
• Make sure the rip fence locks
securely in place parallel to the
saw blade.
• Only use sharp, clean blades when
making tapered cuts. A rip blade
or a combination blade (40 tooth
or fewer is preferred).
• Prior to making a cut, rehearse the
procedure with the blade lowered
and power off so you can see
exactly how the cut will proceed.
• Refer to the manual that came
with your GRR-RIPPER 3D
PUSHBLOCKs for more complete
information about how to use
them safely and effectively.
• Make sure your workpiece is
properly loaded into the jig before
cutting. It should be tight against
the jig’s fence, and seated firmly
against the heel at the trailing end.
• Tighten the Locking Knob and
the Pivot Knob on the jig before
cutting.
• Disengage both the degree scale
and the rise and run scale before
adjusting the jig. Trying to make
adjustments with the scales in
place may result in damage to the
alignment pins.
• Clean up all sawdust from around
the base of the saw to keep the
floor from being slippery.