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ACCU-RIP SAW GUIDE USER INSTRUCTIONS
The Accu-Rip is designed as an accessory
for use with most circular power saws. It
will only work with circular saws that
contain Right-Hand Blades.
When used properly, the Accu-Rip will
improve the accuracy of long, straight cuts
in any material that you would normally cut
with your saw. The Accu-Rip also
eliminates several time consuming steps
normally needed when using a circular saw
to make straight rip-cuts to a specific width:
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Eliminates the need for a tape measure
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Eliminates 'marking' the material
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Eliminates the use of chalk lines
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Because the Cut-Guide follows the edge
of your material, you no longer need to
carefully follow a line on the material.
Important Safety Information Please Read Carefully
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Always unplug your saw from the power
source before attaching or removing the
Accu-Rip.
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The Accu-Rip is designed to fit Right-
Hand Blade circular saws only. Never
attempt to use the Accu-Rip with other
types of saws.
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When attaching the Accu-Rip to your
circular saw, make sure that the L-
Brackets and T-Bolts are located in
areas that do not interfere with the
saw's normal operation.
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When using the Accu-Rip, periodically
re-tighten the T-Bolts.
About the Accu-Rip Saw Guide
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You can use the Accu-Rip to make straight
rip cuts as narrow as 1/16 inch, or as wide
as 24 inches for splitting 48-inch material
such as plywood, wafer board, paneling, or
siding.
The design of the Accu-Rip allows
adjustment to fit most current brands of
saws. It has been tested with the current
major brands of Right-Hand Blade circular
saws. If you have an older circular saw,
the Accu-Rip may not fit properly into the
saw base plate.
Please read carefully all sections of this
User Guide. The Operator Tips section
gives useful information on ways to make
your Accu-Rip perform at its best.
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Model No. 25980
Allows you to change cutting widths in
seconds by simply adjusting the Cut-
Guide.
Follow the User instructions when
adjusting, attaching, or using the Accu-
Rip.
Always follow the saw manufacturer's
safety guidelines when operating or
maintaining your saw.
Keep hands away from saw blade when
operating your saw.
Always wear proper eye protection
when operating your saw.
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- Page 1 Model No. 25980 ACCU-RIP SAW GUIDE USER INSTRUCTIONS About the Accu-Rip Saw Guide § The Accu-Rip is designed as an accessory Allows you to change cutting widths in for use with most circular power saws. It seconds by simply adjusting the Cut- will only work with circular saws that Guide.
- Page 2 IMPORTANT! ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE ATTACHING THE ACCU-RIP TO YOUR SAW. NOTE: The Accu-Rip is fully assembled. The various The Accu-Rip is designed to allow you to adjust the screws and bolts should not be removed. You should tool to fit most circular saws with blades on the RIGHT only loosen and retighten these parts as you setup, SIDE.
- Page 3 Push Against Saw Base Plate Fig. 5 Fig. 5a Position the Accu-Rip on your saw base plate as Push the Accu-Rip towards the saw until the Accu- shown in Fig.5. You will need to slightly raise the Rip is flush against the front edge of the saw base as saw to slide the base of the Accu-Rip under the shown in Fig 5a.
- Page 4 Make Sure “0” Mark is Aligned (B) Retainer Screw with Edge Fig. 6a Fig. 7 Fig. 6a Shows the L-Brackets positioned properly. Note that With everything in position as instructed, now tighten the T-Bolts are in an Open area for easy access, and that the the Retainer Screws (B).
- Page 5 MAKING RIP-CUTS WITH YOUR ACCU-RIP IMPORTANT NOTE: Before making cuts, always make sure the Zero mark on the Accu-Rip is precisely aligned with the Zero mark on your saw. Also, make sure that the vertical section of The Accu-Rip is pushed firmly against the front edge of your saw's base plate.
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Page 6: Making Bevel Cuts
MAKING BEVEL CUTS IMPORTANT: On many saws, the blade’s Zero mark is different when you change the blade angle for Bevel cuts. (This is sometimes shown on the saw base plate with a 45 mark). Refer to your saw’s operating instructions, or look closely at the base plate to determine if you should re-position the Accu- Rip Saw Guide before making bevel cuts. - Page 7 OPERATOR TIPS Read these useful tips to get the best performance from your Accu-Rip: § § Always use a sharp blade. Dull or worn Before making cuts, always check to blades can produce binding that can make sure the Zero mark on your Accu- result in cuts that are not accurate.
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Page 8: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. Accu-Rip Zero mark is not 1. Re-align Accu-Rip Zero mark and Width of cut is not aligned with the Zero mark the Zero mark on your saw. Refer accurate on your saw. to Fig.5b. 2. T-bolts have loosened on 2.