Delta 34-814, 36-812, 34-806 User Manual

UNISAW®

10" Right Tilting Arbor Saw

(Models 34-801, 34-806, 34-814, 36-812)

PART NO. 422-04-651-0064 (01-15-02)

Copyright © 2002 Delta Machinery

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MANUAL INSTRUCTION

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result. Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards, goggles, dust masks and hearing protection can reduce your potential for injury. But even the best guard won’t make up for poor judgment, carelessness or inattention. Always use common sense and exercise caution in the workshop. If a procedure feels dangerous, don’t try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your responsibility.

This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.

Technical Service Manager Delta Machinery

4825 Highway 45 North Jackson, TN 38305

(IN CANADA: 505 SOUTHGATE DRIVE, GUELPH, ONTARIO N1H 6M7)

WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY

1.FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it.

2.KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

3.ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. These safety glasses must conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirements. NOTE: Approved glasses have Z87 printed or stamped on them.

4.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it “on”.

5.KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

6.DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well-lighted.

7.KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

8.MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF – with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

9.DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.

10.USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

11.WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

12.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

13.DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14.MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

15.DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.

16.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.

17.REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in power cord. In the event of a power failure, move switch to the “OFF” position.

18.NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

19.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function – check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

20.DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.

21.NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

22.STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL. DO NOT USE TOOL WHILE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

23.MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected or reconnected.

24.THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood products can be injurious to your health. Always operate machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible.

25. WARNING: SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING, AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

· lead from lead-based paints,

· crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

· arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR

CIRCULAR SAWS

WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY

1.DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is assembled and installed according to the instructions.

2.OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the operation of this machine.

3.FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended electrical connections.

4.USE THE GUARDS WHENEVER POSSIBLE.

Check to see that they are in place, secured, and working correctly.

5.AVOID KICKBACK by:

A.keeping blade sharp and free of rust and pitch.

B.keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade.

C.using saw blade guard and spreader for every possible operation, including all through sawing.

D.pushing the workpiece past the saw blade prior to release.

E.never ripping a workpiece that is twisted or warped, or does not have a straight edge to guide along the fence.

F.using feather boards when the anti-kickback device cannot be used.

G.never sawing a large workpiece that cannot be controlled.

H.never using the fence as a guide when crosscutting.

I.never sawing a workpiece with loose knots or other flaws.

6.ALWAYS USE GUARDS, SPLITTER, AND ANTIKICKBACK FINGERS except when otherwise directed in the manual.

7.REMOVE CUT-OFF PIECES AND SCRAPS from the table before starting the saw. The vibration of the machine may cause them to move into the saw blade and be thrown out. After cutting, turn the machine off. When the blade has come to a complete stop, remove all debris.

8.NEVER START THE MACHINE with the workpiece against the blade.

9.HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY against the miter gauge or fence.

10.NEVER run the workpiece between the fence and a moulding cutterhead.

11.NEVER perform “free-hand” operations. Use either the fence or miter gauge to position and guide the workpiece.

12.USE PUSH STICK(S) for ripping a narrow workpiece.

13.AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the blade.

14.KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the blade.

15.NEVER have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade.

16.NEVER REACH AROUND or over the saw blade.

17.NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first turning the machine “OFF”.

18.PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE workpieces.

19.NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, assembly or set-up work on the table/work area when the machine is running.

20.TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE from the power source before installing or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing set-ups, or when making repairs.

21.TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, disconnect the machine from the power source, and clean the table/work area before leaving the machine. LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION to prevent unauthorized use.

22.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the Power Tool Institute, 1300 Summer Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851. Information is also available from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please refer to the American National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them often

and use them to instruct others.

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POWER CONNECTIONS

A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3- prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. Before connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low voltage will damage the motor.

WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THE MACHINE TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE MACHINE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

Your machine is wired for 230 volt, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the tool to the power source, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: THIS MACHINE MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.

1. All grounded, cord-connected machines:

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is equipped with an electric cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipmentgrounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the machine is properly grounded.

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor receptacles that accept the machine’s plug, as shown in Fig. C.

Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

2. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating between 150 - 250 volts, inclusive:

This machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. C. The machine has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig. C. Make sure the machine is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter is available or should be used with this machine. If the machine must be reconnected for use on a different type of electric circuit, the reconnection should be made by qualified service personnel; and after reconnection, the machine should comply with all local codes and ordinances.

3. Permanently connected machines:

This machine should be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system; or to a system having a equipment-grounding conductor.

WARNING: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX

CURRENT CARRYING

PRONGS

240 VOLT

GROUND

PRONG

Fig. C

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FIVE HORSEPOWER MOTORS

The motors supplied with single phase, 5 horsepower Unisaws are designed to be operated from a 220-240 volt power system.

The 5 horsepower Unisaws are not supplied with a power cord. They must be permanently connected to the building electrical system and grounded according to the National Electrical Code. Since they are permanently connected to the building electrical system, extension cords cannot be used with the 5 horsepower Unisaw.

THREE PHASE OPERATION

Three phase Unisaws are not supplied with a power cord. They must be permanently connected to the building electrical system and grounded according to the National Electrical Code. Since they must be permanently connected to the building electrical system, extension cords cannot be used with three phase Unisaws.

MAGNETIC PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS

If you purchased the Unisaw with a magnetic starter, transformer and overload protection (LVC), refer to the separate electrical instruction manual supplied with the machine.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. D, shows the correct gauge to use depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD

RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES

Ampere		Total Length	Gauge of
Rating	Volts	of Cord in Feet	Extension Cord
0-6	240	up to 50	18 AWG
0-6	240	50-100	16 AWG
0-6	240	100-200	16 AWG
0-6	240	200-300	14 AWG
6-10	240	up to 50	18 AWG
6-10	240	50-100	16 AWG
6-10	240	100-200	14 AWG
6-10	240	200-300	12 AWG
10-12	240	up to 50	16 AWG
10-12	240	50-100	16 AWG
10-12	240	100-200	14 AWG
10-12	240	200-300	12 AWG
12-16	240	up to 50	14 AWG
12-16	240	50-100	12 AWG
12-16	240	GREATER THAN 100 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED

Fig. D

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FOREWORD

The Delta Unisaw is a 10" right tilting arbor saw. The Delta Unisaw features set the standards in the table saw industry.

UNPACKING AND CLEANING

Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from all unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household floor paste wax. NOTE: REMOVE THE STYROFOAM PACKING AND ANY OTHER ITEMS FROM THE INSIDE OF THE SAW CABINET. IMPORTANT: The saw is shipped with the saw arbor in the 45 degree position. NOTE: THE HAND

WHEEL MUST BE ASSEMBLED TO THE SAW, SEE THE SECTION “ASSEMBLING BLADE TILTING MECHANISM”, THEN PROCEED WITH THE FOLLOWING. Loosen locking knob on the handwheel, and turn handwheel until the saw arbor is in the 90 degree position and remove the styrofoam packing from inside the saw cabinet. Tighten locking knob.

UNISAW

1.Unisaw

2.Switch (shown with a LVC switch)

3.Motor cover

4.Blade guard and splitter bracket

5.Support rod

6.5/8" Internal tooth washer

7. 5/8-18 Jam nut

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8.Upper bracket for splitter

9.Lower bracket for support rod

10.5/16" l.D. Flat washers (2)

11.5/16" l.D. Lockwashers (3)

12.5/16-18 x 1" hex head cap screws (4)

13. Arbor wrenches (2)

1

14.1/8" and 5/64" hex wrenches

15.Miter gage

16.Flat washer for miter gage handle

17.Handle for miter gage

18.Cap for miter gage handle

19.Dust chute adapter

20.#10 x 1/2" hex washer head

	screws (8)																			Fig. 1
21.	Extension Wing												27.	Handwheel
22.	Hangers for rip fence (2)												28.	Locknob
23.	5/16-18x1” Flat head screw for mounting switch (for GPE												29.	7/16-20x1¼" Hex head screw (3)
	switch only)												30.	7/16" Flat washer (3)
24.	5/16” Flat washer for mounting switch (for GPE switch only)												31.	Fiber washer (for handwheel)
25.	5/16-18 Hex nut for mounting switch (for GPE switch only)												32.	Key (for handwheel)
26.	Cable Tie
		21	22		19												4
					5			28			25			27							3
					13							15							8
								23
										24
								12					14			18	31		9			29
																	16
						10		7			6		11								30
																			20
					26
														17		32

Fig. 2

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE SAW TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL THE SAW IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

ASSEMBLING BLADE		E
TILTING MECHANISM		A
HANDLE
1. Install fiber washer (A) Fig. 3, on the blade tilting
mechanism shaft (B). Install key (C), into shaft keyway.		B
2. Place handwheel (D) on shaft (B) Fig. 3. Make sure		D
the groove (E), in the handwheel lines up with the key (C).		C
3. Push the handwheel snugly against the fiber washer
		Fig. 3
and tighten the set screw.
4. Install lock knob (F) Fig. 4, into threaded end of the
shaft (B). Hand-tighten lock knob at this time.
	F
ASSEMBLING EXTENSION		B
WING

NOTE: CHECK TO SEE WHAT TYPE OF STARTER BOX WAS SHIPPED WITH YOUR SAW (GPE OR LVC). A GPE STARTER HAS ROUND “ON” AND “OFF” BUTTONS. A LVC STARTER HAS RECTANGLE “ON” AND “OFF” BUTTONS.

NOTE FOR GPE STARTER BOX: When assembling the left extension wing, do not install the front screw and washer at this time, it will be installed when assembling the on/off switch.

NOTE FOR LVC STARTER BOX: If your Unisaw was shipped with an LVC starter box, the LVC “ON/OFF” switch must be removed from the left side of the Unisaw. Save the hardware that attached the LVC “ON/OFF” switch to the Unisaw because it will be used to re-attach the “ON/OFF” switch to the left extension wing in the section “ASSEMBLING LVC ON/OFF SWITCH.”

Assemble the extension wing (A) Fig. 5 , to the left side of the saw table using the three 7/16"-20x11/4" hex head screws (B) and 7/16" flat washers supplied. NOTE:

MAKE SURE FRONT EDGE OF WING IS FLUSH TO OR SLIGHTLY BEHIND THE FRONT EDGE OF THE TABLE.

Use a straight edge (C) Fig. 6, to make sure the extension wing (A) is level with the saw table before tightening the screws (B) Fig. 5.

Fig. 4

A

B

Fig. 5

A

C

Fig. 6

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ASSEMBLING LVC STARTER	A
BOX TO CABINET

If you purchased the machine with magnetic push button electrical controls, the saw is shipped with the starter box completely wired to the switch and motor. However, the starter box must be mounted to the saw cabinet. To assemble the starter box (A) Fig. 7, to the saw cabinet, proceed as follows:

1.Place a 1/4" lockwasher onto a 1/4-20x1/2" hex head screw, place a 1/4" flat washer onto hex head screw. From the inside rear of the saw cabinet, insert the 1/4-20 x 1/2" hex head screw into the hole (B) Fig. 7, in the cabinet. Repeat this process for the two remaining screws.

2.Line up the three tapped holes (C) Fig. 7, in the starter box with the screws and secure the starter box (A), to the saw cabinet.

3.Figure 8 illustrates the starter box (A) assembled to the saw cabinet.

ASSEMBLING LVC ON/OFF

SWITCH

1.Locate the LVC switch and hardware that was removed in the section “ASSEMBLING EXTENSION

WING.”

2.Mount the switch bracket (C) Fig. 10, to the inside of through hole D) on the left front edge of the extension wing with the hardware that was removed.

NOTE: If you have a GPE switch see “ASSEMBLING GPE ON/OFF Switch” instructions.

B

C

Fig. 7

A

Fig. 8

Fig. 9

D

C

A

Fig. 10

8

A

Fig. 11

ASSEMBLING GPE ON/OFF SWITCH

1.The GPE on/off switch (A) Fig. 11, is shipped attached to a mounting bracket at the right side of the machine.

2.Loosely assemble switch and switch bracket (A) Fig. 12, to the inside front lip of extension table with 5/1618x1" flat head screw (D), 5/16" flat washer (E), and 5/16 hex nut (F) through hole (G).

3.Attach the side of switch bracket (A) Fig. 13, to the inside of extension table at the front of the saw using the 7/16-20x1-1/4" screw (C) and 7/16" flat washer. Tighten screws (C) and (D).

ASSEMBLING BLADE

GUARD AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY

CAUTION: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.

1.Remove the table insert Fig. 14. Raise the saw arbor, by turning the locking handle on the front of the saw, counter clockwise and then turn the wheel on the front of the saw clockwise as far as it will go, and remove the saw blade from the machine by following the instructions in section “CHANGING THE SAW BLADE”.

2.The inside splitter mounting bracket (A) Fig. 15, is assembled to the inside of the saw and aligned with the inside blade flange (B) at the factory.

3.To check the alignment, remove screw and fastener plate (C) Fig. 15. Using a straight edge (D) Fig. 16, check to see if the splitter bracket (A) is aligned with the inside blade flange (B). Check both the top and bottom of bracket (A) with the top and bottom of flange (B).

D

F

EG

A

Fig. 12

D

C

A

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

C

A

B

Fig. 15

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