Charnwood TS10F Operating Instructions Manual

10” TABLE SAW

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL: TS10F

Charnwood Machinery Ltd, Cedar Court, Walker Road,

Bardon Hill, Leicestershire, LE67 1TU

Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone]

email: [e-mail] website: www.charnwood.net

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate the machine until you have read thoroughly and

understood completely all instructions, rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply
may result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Keep this
owner's manual and review frequently for continuous safe operation.

1. Know your machine. For your own safety, read the owner's manual carefully. Learn its application and
limitations, as well as specific potential hazards pertinent to this machine.

2. Make sure all tools are properly earthed.

3. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a guard must be removed for maintenance or cleaning,
make sure it is properly replaced before using the machine again.

4. Remove adjusting keys and spanners. Form a habit of checking to see that the keys and adjusting
spanners are removed from the machine before switched it on.

5. Keep your work area clean. Cluttered areas and workbenches increase the chance of an accident.

6. Do not use in dangerous environments. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose
them to rain. Keep work areas well illuminated.

7. Keep children away. All visitors should be kept a safe distance

8. from the work area.

9. Make workshop childproof. Use padlocks, master switches and remove starter keys.

10. Do not force the machine. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it is designed.

11. Use the right tools. Do not force the machine or attachments to do a job for which they are not
designed. Contact the manufacturer or distributor if there is any question about the machine's suitability for
a particular task.

12. Wear proper apparel. Avoid loose clothing, gloves, ties, rings, bracelets, and jewellery which could get
caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.

13. Always use safety glasses. Normal spectacles only have impact resistant lenses. They are not safety
glasses.

14. Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

15. Maintain the machine in good condition. Keep the machine clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories.

16. Disconnect the machine from power source before servicing and when changing the blade.

17. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off. Do not leave the machine until it
comes to a complete stop.

18. Do not use any power tools while under the effects of drugs, alcohol or medication.

19. Always wear a face or dust mask if operation creates a lot of dust and/or chips. Always operate the tool
in a well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use a suitable dust extractor.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAWS

1. Ensure that the saw table is clear of off-cuts, tools or anything else that might foul the work-piece.

2. If your saw has a dust extractor hose connected to the crown guard, ensure that it is held clear of the
table and will not foul the work-piece as it passes over the table.

3. When cutting large sheets of material or long boards use one or more roller stand(s) to support the work
or have a competent helper to support it as it feeds off the rear of the table.

4. Never use the saw without the riving knife and check that it is in line with the blade before using the saw.

5. Always use a brush to clear the table of dust or debris. NEVER use your hands, especially when the
machine is running.

6. ALWAYS USE A PUSH STICK WHEN IT IS NECESSARY TO PUSH ANY PIECE OF MATERIAL OF
SUCH SIZE THAT IT WOULD BRING YOUR HANDS WITHIN 30 CM OF THE BLADE.

7. Do not cut material that is badly warped or which has screws or nails in it

8. Be extra vigilant when cutting stock which has loose knots in it as these may fly out of the saw.

9. NEVER remove the table insert when the saw is running.

10. To avoid exposure to hazardous dust, do not use this saw without connecting it to a dust extractor.

11. Always work with a sharp saw blade and feed the work at a rate suited to the thickness and hardness of
the material.

Note: This table saw has been designed and built solely as a woodworking machine.
Do not modify it in any way or use for anything other than its designated purpose. Neither the manufactures
nor the supplies are liable for any damage or injury caused by incorrect assembly, operation or electrical
connection of this machine.

Risk of Injury. Wear Eye Wear Ear
Never reach into Protection Protection
a running saw blade

Overview of the TS10F Table Saw

Extension Table (Left) Mitre Fence Main Table Riving Knife Saw Blade
Rip Fence Scale Blade Guard Rear Extension Table

Overload Reset Switch Blade Height Hand Wheel Rip Fence
On/Off Switch Blade Tilt Lock Push Stick

TS10F Specification

Main Table Size 430mm x 640mm
Table Size with Extensions 730mm x 760mm
Table Height 890mm
Motor (Carbon Brush) 1500W (2hp), 240v
Blade Diameter x Kerf x Bore 254mm (10”) x 2.8 x 16mm (5/8”)
Blade Tilt Range 0 – 45 degrees
Blade Rotation Speed (No Load) 4500rpm
Maximum Depth of Cut 90/45 degrees 85mm/60mm
Cutting width against Rip Fence 270mm
Dust Extraction Outlet 42mm
Weight 25kg
Manufacturer’s Warranty 1 Year
Rating Hobby

Rating Description

Hobby: Suitable for Weekend DIY'ers and woodworking enthusiasts.

Generally lighter weight machines with lower power ratings and smaller tooling capacities. Typically only
ever used by one person for short periods of time or longer periods of time infrequently. Machinery should
be well maintained in a clean, dry environment such as a home workshop, garage or timber shed.

Expected maximum use of 100 hours annually.
Please Note: Using a product in excess of its rating will void the manufacturer’s free warranty.

Unpacking

All parts of the Table Saw are contained in one
box. Open the box and carefully unpack the
contents.

A polystyrene packing piece is fitted to the
motor to protect it during transit.

This needs to be removed before use.
Turn the table saw upside down, loosen the tilt
lock and rotate the Rise & Fall handwheel to tilt
the blade fully.

The packing can then be removed.

Polystyrene Packing Block

Layout all of the small parts and check them
against the image here.

Mitre Guide
Blade Guard
Rip Fence Carrier
Rear Extension Table
Side Extension Tables
Rip Fence Extrusion
Table Support Brackets
Riving Knife
Front Rail

Check the floor stand components against the
image here.

Plastic Feet
Legs
Short Top Leg Braces
Long Top Leg Braces
Long Bottom Leg Braces
Short Bottom Leg Braces
Fixing Bolts / Nuts / Washers

Floor Stand Assembly

Important –All bolts should be left only finger
tight until the leg stand is complete and
standing on a level surface.

When assembling the floor stand: Use an M6 x
12mm coach bolt, a plain washer, a spring
washer & a nut in each hole.

Each component has an identifying letter
stamped into it.

Attach the upper end of two legs (A) to either
end of a long upper brace (B).
Ensure the brace is positioned on the inside of
the legs.

Attach a long lower brace (C) to the lower holes
in the legs.

Repeat steps with the remaining legs and
long leg brackets.

Join the two frames together with the short
upper and lower leg brackets.

Press a plastic foot onto the end of each of the
four legs.

Place the completed floor stand on a level
surface and adjust it so that all 4 legs are
contacting the floor and the stand is
symmetrical.

Tighten all the nuts.

Saw Assembly

Mounting Bolts – Front and rear

Attach the Saw to the floor stand
Place the saw onto the floor stand and align the

four holes in the corners of the base with the
holes in the top of the stand.

Use four M6 x 25mm hex head bolts, plain
washers and nuts, attach the saw to the leg
stand.

Please note – Do not over tighten these bolts
as this would damage the saw base.

Attach the left-hand extension table
Use three M6 x 16mm bolts, with a spring

washer and a plain washer.
Pass the bolt through the extension table and

into the threaded hole in the main table.
Ensure that the table and extension are level

before tightening.
NOTE: the hole in the end of the extension

must be positioned at the front of the saw.

Attach the two table supporting braces.
Use an M6 x 16 bolt, washer & nut to attach the

upper end of each brace to the extension table.

Then repeat for the lower end of the brace.
The nuts for the lower end are retained in a
recess moulded into the inside of the saw base.

Before tightening the bolts, use a straight edge
to level the extension with main table.

Repeat the procedure to assemble the
right-hand table extension.

Inside view of lower fixing bolt

Attach the rear extension table to the main
table. Use four M6 x 12mm bolt with spring
washer and standard washer.

Take the two strengthening bars, place them
inside the extension table and insert the bolts
into the end of the bar, next to the rounded side
of the table.

Then attach the rear extension table to the main
table by passing a bolt through the edge of the
main table into the end of the strengthening
bars.

Use a straight edge to check the rear extension
is level with the main table and then fully tighten
the bolts.

Attach the Front Rail
Slide the heads of six M6 x 16mm bolts into the

T-shaped slot in the front rail.
Slide the bolts until they align with the six holes

in the front edge of the table.
Attach the rail using a washer, spring washer

and nut onto each bolt.

Attach The Push Stick Clips
Locate the small holes in the right hand side of

the saw body.
Use the four screws provided to attach the two

spring clips.
Spring Clips

The push stick can be stored in these when not
in use.

Assemble the Riving Knife
Undo the eight screws holding the table insert

and remove the plate.

Ensure that the blade is raised to its highest
position and is set to 90 degrees.

Loosen the Thumb screw
Slide the riving knife down behind the locking
plate, so that the locating pin is in the slot.
Continue until the locating hole is engaged in
the locating pin.

Tighten the thumb screw.

Riving Knife Locating Hole
Locating Pin
Thumb Screw

Replace the table insert and tighten eight fixing
screws.

Attach the Blade Guard
Remove the M6 x 45mm bolt, washer and lock

nut from the top of the riving knife.
Fit the blade guard over the top of the riving

knife so that the holes align and attach using
the bolt.

M6 x 45mm Bolt with lock nut

Tighten the lock nut to a point where the guard
is still free to move.

The front of the guard should rest on the table.
When a work piece is pushed against the front

of the guard it will lift over the work piece.
The guard should return to rest on the table

after the work piece has been cut.

Assemble the Rip Fence
Place the Rip Fence Carrier on the front rail of

the saw.
The carrier can be positioned to the left or right

side of the blade as required.
Lock the carrier by pressing down on the handle

which will clamp it to the front rail.

Slide the heads of the two M6 x 35mm coach
bolts into the T-shaped channel of the rip fence
extrusion.

Position the thumb screws and washers into the
recess in the rip fence carrier and tighten them.

The rip fence can be used in the High or Low
position.

The standard assembly is the High position.

The low position is used for cutting narrow
strips, close to the blade and avoids the fence,
fouling on the saw guard.

The width of cut is set using the red line on the
scale reader.

Check the setting by moving the rip fence up to
the saw blade and locking the fence in place.
The scale should now read zero.
If the scale requires any adjustment undo the
screw on scale reader and slide the Perspex
piece until the scale is set.

Loosen this screw to adjust the scale reader.

Dust Extraction

It is strongly recommended that a suitable dust
extractor or vacuum cleaner is used at all times.

Failure to do so will lead to a build-up of
sawdust inside the machine. When this
happens it will need to be stripped down and
cleaned out to prevent poor performance.

42mm Diameter Dust Extraction Outlet

Setting Controls

Overload Reset Switch

The saw is equipped with Overload protection.
This will automatically stop the saw if it is
overloaded.
To reset, disconnect the power supply and
allow the motor to cool for approximately five
minutes, then press the button. The On-Off
switch can now be operated as normal.

ON-OFF Safety Switch

The saw is fitted with a safety switch which will
prevent it restarting unexpectedly in the event of
an interruption in the power supply.
Always ensure that the blade guard is correctly
fitted before starting the machine and never
stand directly in front of the blade. Wait until the
blade has reached full speed before starting to
cut.
Push the green button to start and the red to
stop.

Warning: Overheating may be caused by the
use of an under-sized extension cable, a cable
that is too long or which is wound, or a dull or
misalignment blade. Check for the cause before
restarting the machine.

Blade Height Adjustment

The Height Adjustment Handle is used to raise
and lower the blade.

Turn clockwise to lower the blade and
ant-clockwise to raise it.

Blade Height Adjustment Hand Wheel
Before making a cut, set the blade height so

that only the teeth of the blade sit above the
piece to be cut.

Bevel Adjustment Lock

To tilt the blade, first loosen the bevel lock then
swing the assembly along the slot until the
required angle is indicated against the scale.
Lock the lever firmly before use.

Blade Tilt Locking Handle

Warning: Never attempt to tilt the blade while it
is running.

The Rip Fence – The Rip Fence is used for
making longitudinal cuts usually with the grain
of the timber.

Set the fence to the required the dimension
using the scale reader.

The fence can be fitted to either the left or right
of the saw blade.

Clamp in position by pressing down firmly on
the locking handle.

Fence Locking Handle

The Mitre Fence

The Mitre Fence is usually used when cutting
across the grain or for cutting at an angle.

Insert the fence into one of the slots in the table.
Set the angle by loosening the locking knob
and reading off the scale.

The fence can be used to the left or right of the
blade.

To set the support fence, loosen the two thumb
screws and slide the aluminium fence so that it
is supporting the workpiece as closely as
possible to the blade.

Making A Cut

- Ensure there is enough space around the table for the work piece before starting the cut.

- Position your feet in a stable and balanced stance.

- When feeding the timber, place your hands on the section of timber being kept.

- Never hold the waste part of the timber.

- Never force timber through the saw, always let it cut at its own speed.

- When cutting narrow pieces always use the push stick provided.

Fine Tuning

Blade Angle Stop Adjustments

The saw has positive stops that will enable the
blade to be set quickly at 90 degrees and 45
degrees. These are set during manufacture, but
might need adjustment after extensive use.

To adjust the stops:

Disconnect the power supply
Remove the saw blade guard
Raise the blade to its maximum height
Tip the machine onto its side to access the

setting screw
Turn the 90 degree set screw anticlockwise to

allow free adjustment of the blade
Using a square, set the blade at exactly 90

degrees to the table

Tighten the 90 degree set screw until it makes
contact with the underside of the table

Check the setting by tilting the blade away from
90 degrees and then gently back until it stops.
Check the angle again, if it is correct, secure
this setting by tightening the lock nut.

Adjust against underside of table
Lock Nut
90 Degree Set Screw

Move the blade to the 45 degree position.
Repeat the process, using the 45 degree set

screw which locates against the head of
another screw.

Adjust against this screw
Lock Nut
45 Degree Set Screw

Maintenance

Replacing the Saw Blade

Disconnect the saw from the power supply.
Undo the blade crown guard bolt and remove it.
Fully lower the blade.
Remove the table insert plate.
Raise the blade to its maximum height.
Hold the outer blade flange stationary with the
smaller open-ended spanner.
Use the other spanner to remove the arbor nut.

Note: The Arbor Nut has a normal, right hand
thread.

Ensure the replacement blade is the correct size;
Blade Diameter 254mm (10”)
Blade Bore 16mm (5/8”)
Blade Thickness (Kerf) 2.8mm

Remove the worn blade and fit the replacement,
ensuring that it is correctly seated on the arbor.
Ensure the teeth are facing downwards at the
front of the saw table.
Refit the parts removed earlier.

Replacing the Carbon Brushes

After every 20 hours of running, it is necessary
to check the carbon brushes in the motor for
wear.

The carbon brushes must be replaced when the
carbon block has less than 5mm of material
remaining. Failure to replace them in time may
cause damage to the motor armature.

Remove the riving knife, blade guard and any
fences. Fully lower the blade and invert the
saw.
Tilt the blade to 45 degrees and lock into
position.
The two brush holders are located on the end of
the motor on either side.

Brush Holder

Use a flat screw driver, remove the plastic
brush cover cap.

Using pointed nose pliers or a small screwdriver
pull out the worn brush.

Check the length and condition of the carbon
block. If it is damaged or shorter than 5mm, it
should be replaced.

Insert the new brush and refit the cap.
Repeat for the second brush situated on the

opposite side of the motor.

Troubleshooting

Problem

Cause

Remedy

Machine does not start

Blown Fuse

Replace Fuse

Loose switch terminal

Inspect back of switch

Damaged / worn brushes

Replace brushes

Faulty switch

Replace switch

Only starts when Green
button is held down

Faulty switch

Replace switch

Saw runs erratically

Worn or damaged carbon
brushes

Replace brushes

Saw vibrates
Damaged teeth on saw blade

Check & replace the blade

Floor stand is loose

Check all nuts and bolts for
tightness

Cuts are slow, wood is
blackened

Saw blade is blunt or
damaged

Examine the blade. If any
Tungsten tips are missing or
broken the blade should be
replaced.

Saw stalls

Feed rate too high

Slow down

Lower saw guard fills with
dust

No extraction fitted or
extraction not working
efficiently

It is advisable to use a
vacuum extractor or chip
collector with this machine. If
one is being used, check for
blockages in the hose

Blade height difficult to adjust

Adjusting rod obstructed by
dust build up

Clean and lubricate the
mechanism

Please dispose of packaging for the product in a responsible manner. It is suitable for recycling. Help to
protect the environment, take the packaging to the local amenity tip and place into the appropriate
recycling bin.

Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material!
In observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE)
and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their
life must be collected separately and returned to an
environmentally compatible recycling facility.

Your local refuse amenity will have a separate collection area for EEE goods

Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking

Charnwood Declare that Circular Saw Bench, Model TS10F
Conforms with the following Directives: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
And further conforms to the machinery example for which the EC type examination Certificate No. BM

50303375 and E8A160341469 have been issued by TUV Rheinland LGA Products GmbH, Tillystrasse 2,
90431 Nurnberg, Germany.

I hereby declare that equipment named above has been tested and found to comply with the relevant
sections of the above referenced specifications. The machinery complies with all essential requirements of
the directive.

Signed: Dated: 12/03/2015 Location: Leicestershire
Richard Cook, Director

TS10F Table Saw Parts Drawing

TS10F Stand Parts Drawing

TS10F Parts List

Part No.

Description

Part No.

Description

001

Hex Bolt

002

Large Flat Washer

003

Hex Nut

004

Screw

005

Stand Leg

006

Flat Washer

007

Spring Washer

008

Top Leg Bracket A

009

Bottom Leg Bracket B

010

Rubber Foot

011

Top Leg Bracket D

012

Bottom Leg Bracket C

013

Fence Block A

014

Fence for Mitre Gauge

015

Fence Block B

016

Screw

017

Mitre Gauge

018

Rip Fence

019

Pointer

020

Flat Washer

021

Spring Washer

022

Screw

023

Tri-wing Knob

024

Flat Washer

025

Locking Knob

026

Bolt

027

Blade Guard - Left

028

Left Extension Table

029

Riving Knife

030

Main Saw Table

031

Screw

032

Blade Guard – Right

033

Locking Nut

034

Screw

035

Table Insert

036

Bolt

037

Right Extension Table

038

End Cap B

039

Guide Tube

040

Bolt

041

Rip Fence Bracket

042

Screw

043

Pointer

044

Spring

045

Screw B

046

Friction Pad

047

End Cap A

048

Pin Axis A

049

Clamping Screw

050

Clamping Block

051

Spring Pin

052

Pin Axis B

053

Eccentric Wheel

054

Handle Body

055

Handle Cover

056

Scale Label

057

Closure Plate B

058

Front Rail

059

Cover A

060

Cover B

061

Flat Washer

062

Screw

063

Flapper Pin

064

Screw

065

Bolt 066

Flapper

067

Thin Nut

068

Outer Flange

069

Saw Blade

070

Closure Plate A

071

Liner 072

Inner Flange

073

Bolt 074

Screw

075

Spring washer

076

Flat Washer

077

Screw

078

Rotating Plate B

079

Friction Plate

080

Holder A

081

Large Flat Washer

082

Extension Table Support Bracket

083

Screw

084

Locking Bush

085

Flat Key

086

Lift Adjustment Lever

087

Cabinet

088

Pointer

089

Locking Handle

090

Spring

091

Locking Handle Cover

092

Tilt Angle Label

093

Screw

094

Rotary Knob

095

Hand wheel

096

Screw

097

Locking Nut

098

On/Off Switch

099

Nut 100

Strengthening Liner

101

Screw

102

Pin

Part No.

Description

Part No.

Description

103

Cable Strain Relief

104

Power Cable

105

Screw

106

Switch Box Assembly

107

Capacitor

108

Overload Protection

109

Switch Box Cover

110

Tight Line

111

Screw

112

Shaft Collar

113

Bevel Gear

114

Position Block

115

Column Pad

116

Guide Column

117

Lifting Pole

118

Screw

119

Lower Board

120

Front Cover

121

Bearing

122

Hole Collar

123

Shaft Collar

124

Gear

125

Woodruff Key - 5 x 6.5 x 16

126

Axis

127

Bearing

128

Screw

129

Body Assembly

130

Screw

131

Rotating Plate A

132

Screw

133

Riving Knife Plate

134

Position Block

135

Position Pin

136

Fixed Block

137

Comfort

138

Bearing

139

Rotor Assembly

140

Screw

141

Stator

142

Bearing

143

Damping Ring

144

Motor Case

145

Brush Holder

146

Brush

147

Nut 148

Motor Cable

149

Crimping Board

150

Screw

151

Screw

152

Cover

153

Screw

154

Blade Spanner A

155

Blade Spanner B

156

Push Stick Clip

157

Screw

158

Push Stick

159

Screw

160

Large Flat Washer

161

Vane 162

Gap Film

163

Holder A

164

Screw

165

Large Flat Washer

BRUSH

Carbon Brushes (Pair)

MOTOR

Motor Complete Assembly

TS10F Floor Stand Drawing

Charnwood Machinery Ltd, Cedar Court, Walker Road,

Hilltop Industrial Estate, Bardon Hill, Leicestershire, LE67 1TU, England

Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone]

email: [e-mail] website: www.charnwood.net