Power Tec 71468 User manual

INSTRUCTION SHEET
71468 Featherboard 1 pack
71393 Featherboards 2 pack
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WARNING
For your own safety, read all of the rules and precautions
before operating tool.
WARNING
Always follow proper operating procedures as defined
in this manual even if you are familiar with use of these
featherboards or any tool used with these featherboards.
Remember that being careless for even a fraction of a
second can result in severe personal injury.
You must be familiar with the use of any tool or accessory
used with these featherboards. The supplier cannot
be held responsible for any accident, injury or damage
incurred while using this featherboard with any tool.
WARNING
Some dust created by operation of power tool contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well
ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment.
Always wear OSHA/NIOSH approved, properly fitting face
mask or respirator when using such tools.
CAUTION
Do not modify or use the featherboards for any application
other than that for which it was designed.
FEATHERBOARD SAFETY RULES
• Disconnect the plug from the power source of the power
tool before changing accessories, Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power
tool accidentally.
• Always keep your hands away from the cutting area.
• Assemble the featherboard(s) at least 1" (2.5 cm) from
the saw blade to prevent kickback.
• Do not use the featherboard as a push block.
CAUTION
Think safety! Safety is a combination of operator common
sense and alertness at all times when tool is being used.
WARNING
Do not use the featherboards until they are completely
assembled and you have read and understood this entire
operating manual and the operating manual of the tool
being used with these featherboards.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
UNPACKING
Refer to Figure 1
Check for shipping damage. Check immediately whether
all parts and accessories are included.
71468 71393
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY QTY
A Featherboard 1 2
B Locking knobs 2 4
C Washers 5/16" 2 4
D Screws, 5/16"-18 x 2" long 2 4
E Screws, 5/16"-18 x 3" long 0 2
F T-bolts 5/16"-18 x 2-1/2" long 2 4
G Spacers 2* 4
* NOTE: These spacers allow
two 71468 Featherboard
1 packs to be used in the
double stack application.
H Miter bar slot brackets 2 4
Figure 1
A
A
B
C
D
G
F
E
H

WARNING
To prevent kickback make sure the featherboard is at
least 1" (2.5 cm) from the saw blade.
WARNING
ALWAYS use the power tool with all guards in place.
For clarity the saw blade guard is not shown in
the illustrations.
SUGGESTED MOUNTING APPLICATIONS
The Powertec 71468 Featherboard 1 Pack can be
mounted horizontally in a standard 3/4" miter slot or
vertically in a T-slotted fence.
These are a few suggested mounting applications:
• The featherboard mounted horizontally in a miter slot,
see Assemble to a Table Top for instructions.
• The featherboard mounted horizontal in a miter slot
or vertical in a T-slotted fence, see Assemble to a
T-Slotted Fence for instructions.
• Two 71468 Featherboard 1 packs are needed for this
application - Two featherboards double stacked and
mounted horizontally in a miter slot, see Assemble to a
Table Top for instructions.
The Powertec 71393 Featherboard 2 Pack can be
mounted horizontally in a standard 3/4" miter slot or
vertically in a T-slotted fence.
These are a few suggested mounting applications:
• One or two featherboards mounted horizontally
in a miter slot, see Assemble to a Table Top
for instructions.
• Two featherboards double stacked and mounted
horizontally in a miter slot, see Assemble to a Table
Top for instructions.
• One featherboard mounted horizontal in a miter slot and
one featherboard mounted vertical in a T-slotted fence,
see Assemble to a T-Slotted Fence for instructions.
ASSEMBLE TO A TABLE TOP
Refer to Figure 2, 3
NOTE: Fits most table tops with a 3/4" miter slot.
NOTE: Mount a single featherboard for standard flat work
or double stack the featherboards to support the workpiece
higher up on the fence.
Single Featherboards
• Insert a 5/16"-18 x 2" long screw through the bottom of
the slot bracket, the slot in featherboard, a 5/16" washer
and secure with a locking knob. Do not tighten. Repeat
on other side.
• Slide the slot brackets into the miter slot on the
table top, position the featherboard and tighten with
locking knobs.
Fence
Saw Blade
Figure 2
Slot Bracket
Locking
Knob
Screw,
5/16"-18 x 2"
5/16" Washer
Miter Slot
in Table
Double Stack Featherboards
• Insert a 5/16"-18 x 3" long screw through the bottom of
the slot bracket, the slot in the bottom featherboard, a
spacer, the slot in top featherboard, 5/16" washer and
secure with locking knob. Do not tighten. Repeat on
other side.
• Slide the slot brackets into the slot on the table
top, position the featherboards and tighten with
locking knobs.
Fence
Saw Blade
Figure 3
Slot Bracket
Locking
Knob
5/16" Washer
Miter Slot
in Table
Spacer
Screw, 5/16"-18 x 3"
ASSEMBLE TO T-SLOTTED FENCE
Refer to Figure 4
NOTE: Fits most T-slotted fences
NOTE: In this application the featherboards may be used
single or double stacked.
• Insert a 5/16"-18 x 2-1/2" long T-Bolt through the slot
in the featherboard, a 5/16" washer and secure with
locking knob. Do not tighten. Repeat on other side.
NOTE: If double stacking the featherboards use the
spacer in between the featherboards.
• Slide the T-Bolt into the desired slot on the T-Slotted
Fence, position the featherboard(s) and tighten
locking knobs.

Miter Slot in Table
T-Slotted
Fence
Figure 4
Single Stack Featherboard for
vertical and horizontal support
Locking Knob
Slot Bracket
Screw, 5/16"-18 x 2"
5/16" Washer
Locking
Knob
5/16" Washer T-Bolt,
5/16"-18 x 2-1/2"
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use
of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should
be performed by a qualified service technician.
WARNING
Keep the featherboard dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum based products or
any strong solvent to clean the featherboard. Chemicals
can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result
in serious personal injury.

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Southern Technologies, LLC
Waukegan, IL 60087
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