On most modern saws the Laserkerf is attached to splitter
with a B-3 bracket. Optionally you can attach B-15 to
the kickback arm. The B-3 bracket comes with an acrylic adhesive strip
to attach easily to the arm. The Laserkerf is then attached to the bracket.
Dry fit the two pieces to the slitter to see what the angle should be
for the best coverage.
The Laserkerf requires a space 2 1/4" high x 3/4"
thick x 2" wide(including horizontal knob) for installation.
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Installation Instructions
Safety
As indicated on the product label DO NOT look into the laser when it is
on.
Two cable clips are provided to secure the wire away from moving portions
of the saw, DO NOT operate the saw with the cable hanging lose.
Operating guidelines
The unit is provided with a 110vAC-power supply or battery pack. The Laserkerf
should be mounted 5” to 8” from the work surface. The laser
has a horizontal adjustment of +/- .250” and an angular adjustment
of +/- 30 degrees. The unit is to be attached to the saw with an adhesive
strip that is located on the back of the Laserkerf. Average life of the
laser is 5000hrs.
Laser placement
When Laserkerf is used with a radial arm saw the laser should be mounted
in front of the blade
Laser alignment
1. Check on the laserkerf.com web site for installation
information on particular saws. The laser mounts in front of the blade
on the upper guard of the radial-arm saw.
2. Make sure that the saw is aligned properly, per the
owners’ manual.
3. First clamp a block of wood 1.5in thick and 6in wide
to the table in front of the blade.
4. Bring the saw out and cut a slot in the wood 3-4 inches
long.
5. Unplug the saw.
6. Mount the installation bracket, if necessary, as specified
for your saw.
7. Turn the laser on and place the laser against the
mounting surface and point the laser into the slot.
8. The beam should be shine through the slot on to the
saw table(see below). Use the angular adjustment to align the beam parallel
and into the slot. You do not need to remove the rubber band to adjust
the angle; simply push right or left on the top of the bump made by the
adjustment knob. If the beam hits the side wall of the slot the beam is
not directly above the slot.
9. Once you have determined approximately where the laser
will be positioned. Clean the area with mineral spirits to remove any
contamination. Allow the area to dry completely.
10. Remove the backing from the adhesive on the laser.
Hold the laser at a slight angle to the mounting surface determined in
step 7. Ground the bottom edge of the laser against the mounting surface,
making sure the beam is illuminating the slot. Roll the laser completely
against the surface. Press firmly for 10 seconds.
11. The horizontal adjustment is used to move the beam
horizontally so that it is completely inside the slot.
12. The Laserkerf is now aligned to the blade.
13. Allow the adhesive to bond for at least 3 hours before
the saw is used. The adhesive is very aggressive and will cure in 48 to
72 hours.
14. Before the saw is used make sure that the black rubber
band completely covers the angular wheel and the slot on the back of the
box.
15. Position one cable clip in the middle of the upper
saw guard. Mount the other clip in the middle of the slide. Attach the
wire to the cable clips. This will allow the wire to track with the saw
as it is pulled in and out. Remove the backing from the tape on the switch
and attach in a convenient location.