Craftsman 141.142580 User Manual

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10" TABLE SAW

WITH FOLDABLE STAND

Model No.

141.142580

• Safety

• Unpacking

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Operating
Instructions before First

Use of this Product. Keep

this Manual with Tool.

Sears Brands Management Corp., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.craftsman,com

142580,01 Draft (01/01/14)

° Assembly
° Operation

=Maintenance

• Parts List

= Espahol

Warranty .......................................... 2

Safety Rules ................................ 2-4

Unpacking ...................................... 4-6

Assembly ..................................... 7-16

Installation .................................... 18-19

Operation .................................... 19-27

Maintenance ................................... 27-29

Troubleshooting .................................. 31

Repair Protection Agreement ....................... 32

Parts Illustration and List ........................ 33-44

Espa_ol ...................................... 45_78

CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date d purchase, this product

is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. With
proof of purchase, a defective product will receive free repair or

replacement at option of seller.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement,

visit the web page: ww.w.craftsman,comlwarranty
This warranty' do_ notcover the blade or belt, which are expendable

parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.

This ONE YEAR warranty is void if this product is ever used while

providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
For 90 DAY commercial and rental use terms; see the Craftsman

warranty web page.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also

have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates,

IL 60179

WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Some dust created by using

power tools contain chemicals known to the state of California
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.

o Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures vary, depending on how often

you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a wel! ventilated area and work with approved

safety equipment. Always wear OSHA/NIOSH approved, properly

fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools.

CAUTION: Always follow proper operating procedures as
defined in this manual--even if you are familiar with use
of this or similar tools. Remember that being careless for even

a fraction of a second can result in severe personal injury.

Sears Brands Management Corporation

WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS LE.AD A CHEMICAL

KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER
AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
o KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's manual

carefully: Learn the saw's applications and limitations as ,well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.

• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING
BODY CONTACT WiTH GROUNDED SURFACES. For

example, pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures,

° KEEP GUARDS IN P_CE and in good working order.
° REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit

of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before _rning it on.

° KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Clu_ered areas and benches

invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on
the saw while it is in operation.

° DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not

use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain.
Keep the work area well lit.

° KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should

wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work
area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord while

operating.

° MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF ,withpadlo_s and master

switches, or by removing starter keys:

• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It wil! do the job better and safer at
the feed rate for which it was designed.

• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force the tool or attachment to do
a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a purpose not

intended.

• USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your

extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. An

undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating, A wire gauge size (A.W.G.)

of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet
or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The

smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into

moving parts Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. Also wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.

• ALWAYS wear safety goggles that comply with United States
ANSI Z87.1 and a face shield or dust mask if operation is
dusty:Everyday eyeglasses have only impact_resistant lenses,

they are NOT safety glasses.

o SECURE WORK. Use a featherboard to hold work when

practical. It's safer than using your hand and frees both hands
to operate toot.

o DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at

all times.

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE, Keep tools sharp and clean
for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for

lubricating and changing accessories,

° DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing,

or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc, all
tools should be disconnected.

° AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off when

plugging in any tool.

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° USERECOMMENDEDACCESSORIES.Consulttheoperator's

manualforrecommendedaccessories.Theuseofimproper
accessoriesmayriskinjury.

° NEVERSTANDONTOOL.Seriousinjurycouldoccurif the

tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

° CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool,

a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine 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 must be propedy repaired
or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of
personal injury.

° USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a

blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of blade or
cutter only.

• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until itcomes to a complete

stop.

• PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if the
cutting operation is dusty.

° PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear ear plugs or muffs during

extended periods of operation.

° DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect from

receptacle. Keep cord away from heat. oil. and sharp edges

= WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL OUTSIDE, USE AN

OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORD MARKED "W-A" OR "W".

These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of

electric shock.

• ALWAYS KEEP THE BLADE GUARD AND SPREADER
(RIVING KNIFE) IN PLACE and in working oraer.

° KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFICIENT

SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback.

° KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep hands

away from blades. Do not reach underneath work or around
or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to
remove cut material when blade is moving.

• BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.

° NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal

sparking of the motor could ignite fumes

° ISPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged, have

repaired by a qualified service technician at an authorized
service facility. The conductor with insulation having an outer
sudace that is green with or without yellow stripes is the
equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of

the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment*grounding conductor to a live terminal. Repair or
replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Stay constantly
aware of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating

blade.

° INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace

if damaged

° GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-prong

plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical
receptacle.

° CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service

personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is propedy

grounded.

° USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES: 3*wire

extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole
receptacles that accept the tool's plug.

° DO NOT MODIFY the p!ug provided. If it will not fit the outlet,

have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

° KEEP TOOL 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

solvents to clean tool.

° STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you

are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired, Do not rush.

° DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON

AND OFF, Have defective switches replaced by an authorized
service center.

° USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with

incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or blade bolts
that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade capac_y

of your saw is 10 in.

° BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUSTMENTS

ARE SECURE.

° BE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for

and remove all nails from lumber before cutting

° NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during use.

° NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING

COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE,

° DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE

OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION.

° WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement parts. Use

of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.

° USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in this

manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are not listed
may cause the dsk of personal injury. Instructions for safe

use of accessories are included with the accessory.

° DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight

and not making contact with saw or workpiece before
connecting to power supply.

SPECIFIC SAFE_ RULES
° FIRMLY BOLT THE SAW TO A WORK BENCH OR LEG

STAND at approximately hip height.

° NEVER OPERATE THE SAW ON THE FLOOR.

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order,
° GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when the

blade stalls rapidly and workpiece is driven back towards the
operator: It can pult your hand into the blade resulting
in serious personal injury. Stay out of blade path and turn

switch off immediately' if blade binds or stalls.

° USE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or straight edge guide

when ripping.

° SUPPORT LARGE PANELS. To minimize risk of blade

pinching and kickback, always support large panels,

• REMOVE ALL FENCES AND AUXILIARY TABLES before
transporting saw. Failure to do so can result in an accident

causing possible serious personal injury.

• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.

• NEVER place arms or hands in line with the path of the
cutting blade.

° ALWAYS USE BLADE GUARD, RIVING KNIFE, AND

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ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS on all '_through-sawing" operations.
Through-sawing operations are those in which the blade cuts
completely through the workpiece as in ripping or cross

curing. Keep the blade guard down, the anti-kickback pawls
down, and the spreader in place over the blade.

• ALWAYS SECURE WORK firmly against the rip fence or
miter gauge. NEVER use the dp fence during the same
operation as the miter gauge.

° ALWAYS USE A PUSH STICK FOR RIPPING NARROW

STOCK. A push stick is a device used to push a workpiece
through the blade instead of using your hands. Size and shape

can vary but the push stick must always be narrower than
the workpiece to prevent the push stick from contacting the
saw blade. When ripping narrow stock, always use a push
stick, so your hand does not come close to the saw blade,
Use a featherboard and push blocks for non4hrough cuts.

° NEVER perform any operation "freehand" which means using

only your hands to support or guide the workpiece. Always
use either the np fence or miter fence to position and guide

the work.

° NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with the

path of the saw blade.

° NEVER reach behind, over, or within three inches of the blade

or cutter with either hand for any reason.

° MOVE THE RIP FENCE out of the way when cross cutting.
° DO NOT USE THE MITER GAUGE AND RIP FENCE during

the same operation.

° NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first turning

the saw OFF and disconnecting the saw from the power
source.

° PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and sides of

the saw table for wide or _ongwork pieces.

• AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back toward you) by:
a) Keeping blade sharp.
b) Keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade,
c) Keeping spreader, anti-kickback pawls, and blade guard

in place and operating.

d) Not releasing the work before it is pushed all the way past

the saw blade using a push stick.

e) Not ripping work that is twisted or warped or does not have

a straight edge to guide along the fence.

• IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must be
replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authonzed service

center to avoid risk.

• AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS
where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the

cutting tool.

• USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in this
manual or addendums. Use of accessones that are not listed

may cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe
use of accessories are included with the accessory.

• MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING
to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with

safe operation BEFORE performing any work using the table

saw,

° ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to avoid

accidental starting when reconnecting to power supply:

° SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently

and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool,
loan them these instructions also.

THINK SAFETY

Safety is a combination of operator common sense and alertness
at all times when the saw is being used.

CAUTION: Follow safety instructions that appear on the front
of your saw.

Refer to Figures 1-2.

This product requires assembly.

° Open shipping box. Remove all parts and saw body with leg

stand assembly B from the box and separate the parts.

NOTE: This tool is heavy: To avoid back injury, keep your knees
bent and lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when

needed

o Place the saw body with leg stand assembly B on the

cardboard or an old blanket on floor in order to protect the
leg stand.

o Lay o_ the parts and check them against the parts as shown

iliustations Fig. 1a-lb.

CAUTION: Do not attempt assembly if parts are missing. Use

this manual to order replacement parts.

Check for shipping damage or missing parts. If any parts
are damaged or missing, call 1-888-980-5058 for replacement.

The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After assembling it,

check for accuracy: If shipping has influenced the settings, refer
to specific procedures explained in this manual.

The table saw body with leg stand assembly B comes assembled

as one unit. Additional parts which need to be fastened to the
saw should be located and accounted for before assembling:

A Blade Guard Assembly
B Anti-kickback Pawl Assembly
C Miter Gauge Assembly

D Rip Fence Assembly
E Dust Extraction Port

F Table Insert for Dado Cutting
G Push Stick

H Blade Wrench (2)
I Stand support

J Handle Assembly

K Wheel (2)
L Locking Knob (2)
M Shock Absorption Pad
N Leveling Foot Assembly
O Roller Sleeve (2)

Parts bag includes:

M6 x 35 Socket Head Bolt (2)
Max 65 Socket Head Bolt

M8 Flat Washer
M8 Big Flat Washer (2)

M10 Big Flat Washer (2)
M6 Hex Nut (2)
M8 Hex Nut (2)

6mm Hex Wrench

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BLADE: For maximum performance, it is recommended that
you use the 404ooth, 10 in. carbide tipped combination blade
provided with your saw. The blade is raised and lowered with

the height/bevel adjusting handwheel. Bevel angles are locked
with the bevel locking lever.

WARNING: Do not use blades rated less than the speed of

this tool. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal

injury.

BLADE GUARD: Always keep the guard down over the blade
for through-sawing cuts.

BEVEL LOCKING LEVER: This lever under the worktable
surface on the front of the cabinet, locks the angle setting of the

blade.
HEIGHT/BEVEL ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL: Located on

the front of the cabinet, this handwheel is used to lower
and raise the blade for adjustments or blade replacement. The

handwheel also makes the adjustment for bevel angles easy.
RIP FENCE LOCKING LEVER: The lever onthe front of the
tip fence releases the rip fence or locks it in place.
EXTENSION TBLE LOCKING LEVER: The lever under

worktable surface releases the extension table or locks it
in place.

MITER GAUGE: This miter gauge aligns the wood for a cross
cut. The easy-to-read indicator shows the exact angle for a miter
cut, with positive stops at 0° , 22.5 ° and 45°.

MITER GAUGE GROOVES: The miter gauge rides in these
grooves on either side of the blade.

RAIL: Front rail provide support for the rip fence,
RIP FENCE: A sturdy metal fence guides the workpiece and

is secured with the locking lever: Grooves run along the top

and sides of the rip fence for use with optional clamps and
accessories.

SCALE: Located on the front rail, the easy4o-read scale
provides precise measurements for rip cut&

RIVING KNIFE: A metal piece of the blade guard assembly,
slightly thinner than the saw blade, which helps keep the kerf
open and prevent kickJoack.

SWITCH ASSEMBLY: This saw has an easy access power
switch. To Iockthe switch in the OFF position, remove the yellow
switch key from the switch, Place the key in a location that is

inaccessible to children and others not qualified to use the tool.

Figure lb - Unpacking (Parts for leg stand)

KNOW YOU R TABLE SAW

Refer to Figure 2.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the

information on the tool and in this operator's manual as well as
a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this

product,familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety
rules.

ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS: Kickback is a hazard in which
the workpiece is thrown back toward the operator. The teeth on

the anti-kickback pawls point away from the workpiece. If the
work,piece should be pulled back toward the operator, the teeth

dig into the wood to help prevent or reduce the possibility of
kickback.

BEVEL SCALE: The easy-to-read scale on the front of the

workstand shows the exact blade angle.

Kick-backpawls Rip Fence Locking lever

Blade Wrench

-_-.._.. Front Rail

Push Stick

Adjusting

Handwheel

Bevel Locking Lever

Wheel

5

Miter Gauge

Switch

Overload Reset
Switch

Blade guard

Saw Blade

Fence

(tension Table

Locking Lever

Locking Knob

SWITCH ASSEMBLY

Refer to Figure 3

This saw is equipped with a switch assembly that has a built-in

locking feature, This feature is intended to prevent unauthorized
and possible hazardous use by children and others.

TO TURN YOUR SAW ON:

• With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the switch to
tum ON ( I ).

TO TURN YOUR SAW OFF:

• Press the switch down to turn OFF ( O ).

TO LOCK YOUR SAW:

• Press the switch down,
° Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a safe,

secure location,

Release Lever

Leveling Foot

Absorption Pad

Table Insert

Extension Table \\

Dust Extraction Port

Figur_ 2

Working Table

Cable

Storage

Plug Cable

OPERATING COMPONENTS

The upper portion of the blade projects up through the table

and is surrounded by an insert called the throat plate; The height
of the blade is set with a handwheel on the front of the cabinet.

To accommodate wide panels, the saw table has rails on right

side. Detailed instructions are provided in the Operation se_ion
of this manual for the basic cuts: cross cuts, miter cuts; beve!

cuts, and compound cuts.

The rip fence is used to position work for lengthwise cuts. A scale

on the front rail shows the distance between the rip fence and

the blade.

It is very important to use the blade guard assembly for
all through-sawing operations. The blade guard assembly

includes: nving knife, anti-kickback pawls, and plastic blade
guard.

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Switch On Switch Off

ch Key

Switch in Locked Position

Figure 3

WARNING: Always remove the switch key when the tool is not

in use and keep it in a safe place. In the event of a power failure,
turn the switch OFF ( O ) and remove the key. This action will
prevent the tool from accidentally starting when power returns.

WARNING: ALWAYS make sure your workpiece is not in

contact with the blade before operating the switch to start the
tool. Failure to heed this warning may cause the workpiece to
be kicked back toward the operator and result in serious personaJ
injury

WARNING: To reduce the risk of accidental starting, always

make sure the switch is in the OFF ( O ) position before plugging
tool into the power source.

Double-insulated construction.
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE.

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Refer to Figures 4-42.
CAUTION: Do not attempt assembly if parts are missing. Use

this manual to order replacement parts.

Be certain all parts are clean and free of shipping preservative.

Also, completely remove all parts of packing.
WARNING: Do not connect the plug to the outlet until all

installations and adjustments have been completed and you
have read and understood the safety and operational instructions.

ASSEMBLE THE LEG STAND

Refer to Figures4-5_

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through the hole inthe center of the wheel (12).
Secure in place using the adjustable wrench or 13mm wrench

(not supplied).
Repeat with the second wheel (12).
Attach the handle assembly to leg stand assembly (2) with

two M6 x 35 socket head bolts (15) and M6 hex nuts (16) as
shown in Figure 4.

Figure 5 is complete open leg stand assembly:

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Figure 4

• Group the leg stand parts by type and size. Refer to figure lb
for corr_t quantities.

• Attach the tubes of the stand support (1) with the
corresponding tubes of the stand assembly (2) and align the

holes.

• insertthe M8 x 75 socket head bolt (3) on the leveling foot (4)
assembly into the hole (with a M8 hex nut welded on it) and
tighten the bolt (3) with 6mm hex wrench (supplied).

Secure the locking knob (5) by turning it clockwise.

° Secure the shock absorption pad (6) with a M8 x 65 socket

head bolt (7) and a M8 flat washer (8) on the other hole with
6ram hex wrench (supplied).

Tighten the locking knob (9) clockwise.

• Slide one M10 big flat washer (10), roller sleeve (11), wheel (12)
and M8 big flat washer (13) and M8 hex nut (14) on the axle

Figure 5 _ Completed open leg stand

° Place the leg stand on a level surface and level the stand

to the floor.

NOTE: Be sure _at the leg stand is securely locked in an open
position and that the shock absorption pad stabilized the table

saw before operation.

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE ON THE

FLOOR, THiS IS A VERY DANGEROUS POSITION.

TO SECURE/LEVEL THE TABLE SAW

Refer to Figure 6,

Leveling Foot Locking Knob

Figure 6

With the stand open and the table saw resting on a flat, level
surface, the table saw should not move or rock from side to side.

Ifthetablesawrocksfromsidetoside,thelevelingfootneed

adjustinguntilthestandisbalanced.
° Loosenthelockingknobcounterclockwise.
° Liftthetablesawslightlysothatyoumayturntheleveling

footuntilthestandnolongerrocks.

• Turningclockwisewilllowerthefoot.

• Turningcounterclockwisewillraisethefoot.
TOOPENTHELEGSTAND

RefertoFigures7-9.
° Graspthehandleonthestandandstandthetablesawupright

asshownFigure7.

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Figure 8

Release

Figure 7

° Step on the release lever and pull the handle toward you at the

same time.

• Once lever releases, continue to grasp handle and push

stand down towards floor until saw is in horizontal position
(Figure 9).

° With your hands on the handle, push the stand towards the

ground until the table saw is in an open position. (Figure. 9)

NOTE: The release lever will close over the center brace, locking
the stand in an open position (Figure. 9)

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Figure 9

Release Lever_

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Center Brace

TO STORE THE TABLE SAW ACCESSORIES

Refer to Figure 10.
The table saw has three convenient storage areas (one on either

side and back d the saw cabinet) specifically designed for the
saw's accessories. These accessories must be securely stored

and remove the blade guard and anti-kickback pawls assembly

prior to closing the stand and moving the saw

Push

TO CLOSE THE LEG STAND AND MOVE THE SAW

Refer to Figures 11_14.

• Remove any workpieces from the tool.

• Remove the blade guard and anti-kickback pawls assembly.

• Remove and securely store any tools or accessories such as
rip fence, mitre gauge, push stick, etc.

• Push the extension table closed.

• Lower the saw blade:

To close the leg stand:

Refer to Figures 11_12.

• At the same time, grasp the handle, step on the release lever,
and lift up on the handle.

Plug Cable

Miter Gauge

Figure11

• Continue to grasp handle and allow ,weight of saw to rotate
saw down until release lever clicks and locks into place.

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Figure 12

Figure !0

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To move the leg stand:

Refer to Figures 13q 4.

• Grasping the handle firmly, place foot on axle bar for leverage,
and pull handle back towards you until the stand is balanced
on the wheels.

Figure 13

• Push the table saw to the desired location then either open
the stand for saw operation or store the table saw in a dry

environment.

BevelLock Lever

Figure 15

Height / Knob

TO REMOVE/REPLACE/ALIGN THE TABLE INSERT

Refer to Figures 16q7.

WARNING: The table insert must be level with the saw table.

If the table inseA is too high or too low, the work,piece can catch
on the uneven edges resulting in binding or kickback which could

result in serious personal injury.
Lower the blade by:

. "rum the height adjusting knob counterc!ockwise to lower the

blade_

• Lock the blade by turning bevel lock lever clockwise.

• To remove the table insert: Place your index finger in the
hole and lift the front end, pulling the throat plate out toward

the front of the saw;

• To reinstall the table insert: Slip the tab into the slot at
the back of the saw and push down to secure in place,

Figure 14

HEIGHT/BEVEL ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL

Refer to Figure 15.

• Turn the height adjusting l,_qobclockwise to raise the blade,
and counterclockwise to lower the blade.

• Turn the handwheel c]_kwise, and move along the arc rail,

then the blade will bevel from 0° to 45° ,or turn counter*

clockwise.

• Secure the blade bevel I_k _ever when the bevel angle
pointer points at desired angle on scale_ To lock the blade

when turn blade bevel lock lever clockwise.To unlock the
blade turn itcounterclockwise.

Figure 16

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Using a screwdriver, adjust the four set screws until the table
insert is level with the saw blade.

Set Screw

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Blade Wrench

Arbor Nut

Figure 18

:igure 17

TO CHECK SAW BLADE INSTALLATION

Refer to Figure 18.

The saw is shipped with the blade installed. Prior to initial use.

it is recommended that you check the blade installation as
instructed below.

CAUTION: To work properly, the saw blade teeth must point
down toward the front of the saw. Failureto heed this instruction

could cause damage to the saw blade, the saw, orthe workpiece.

NOTE: Arbor shaft has left-hand threads.

* Unplug the saw.
° Remove blade wrenches from storage area by unscrewing

the knob.

° Lower the saw blade and remove the table insert.
° Turn the bevel locking lever clockwise to tighten it securely,

Raise the saw blade to its full height by turning the height
adjusting knob clockwise.

To loosen the blade:
, Using one opened-ended blade wrench, place the flat open

end on the flats on the inner blade flange.

, Using the other opened-ended blade wrench, place the flat

open end on the flats on the arbor nut. Holding both wrenches

firmly, pullthe opened-ended blade wrench on the arbor nut

forward to the front of the machine.

To tighten the blade:
° Using one opened-ended blade wrench, place the flat open

end on the flats on the inner blade flange.

° Using the other opened-ended blade wrench, place the flat

open end on the flats on the arbor nut. Holding both wrenches
firmly, pullthe opened-ended blade wrench on the arbor nut

forward to the back of the machine. Make sure the arbor nut
is securely tightened. Do not overtighten.

, Check all clearances for free blade rotation.

NOTE: For blade installation and removal instructions, see TO
REPLACE THE BLADE in the Maintenance section of this manual.

ADJUSTING THE RIVING KNIFE

Refer to Figures 19-21.

This saw is shipped with the riving knife placed in "down"

position.

WARNING: Riving knife has three holes for three positions.
The highest position is for all through cuts. The middle position

is for rabbets and other non-through cuts, (with blade guard and
anti-kickback pawls removed). The lowest position is for dado

cuts (with blade guard and anti-kickback pawls removed).

• Make sure locking pin is aligned with riving knife hole and
secure in position by pushing the release lever up.

° Riving knife must be in line with blade. Make sure riving knife

sits flat against mounting bracket and lock plate.

Socket head bolts

Figure 19

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• Unplug the saw.
To place in the highest position for all through cuts:

• Remove the table insert

• Raise the saw blade by turning the height adjusting knob
clockwise.

• Unlock the release lever by pushing the lever up.

• Grasp the riving knife and push it towards the right to unlock
it from the locking pin then pull it up or down until the pin is
reengaged and the riving knife is in the highest position.

• Lock the release lever by pushing the lever down,

• Reinstall the table insert,

To place in the middle position for non-through cuts
e.g. rabbets

• Remove the table insert.

• Raise the saw blade by turning the height adjusting knob
clockwise.

° Unlockthe release lever by pushing the lever up.

• Grasp the riving knife and push ittowards the right to unlock
it from the locking pin then pull it up or down until the pin is

reengaged and the riving knife is in the middle position

• Lock the release lever by pushing the lever down.

° Reinstall the table insert.
To place in the lowest position for dado cuts:

° Remove the table insert.

• Raise the saw blade by turning the height adjusting knob
clockwise,

° Unlock the release lever by pushing the lever up.

• Grasp the riving knife and push it towards the right to unlock
it from the locking pin then pull it up or down until the pin is
reengaged and the riving knife is in the lowest position.

° Lock the release lever by pushing the lever down

• Reinstall the table insert,

RELEASE LEVER

(UNLOCKED)

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In the highest position for all through cuts

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In the middle position for non4hrough cuts e,g, rabbets

In the lowest position for dado cuts

Figure 21 - Riving Kinfe in Three Position

TO INSTALL THE ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS AND

BLADE GUARD
Refer to Figures 22-25,

NOTE: Anti-kickback pawls should only be installed for through

Cuts

• Unplug the saw.

• Raise the saw blade to maximum height by turning height
adjustment wheel clockwise.

° Place the riving knife in the highest position:

Figure 20

RELEASE LEVER

(LOCKED)

Anti-kickback Pawls Notches

Blade Guard Notch //

'/J Riving Knife

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Figure 22 - Blade Guard and Anti.kickback Pawls Attachment

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To install anti-kickback pawls:

• Unplug the saw.

• Place the anti-kickback pawls assembly onto rMng knife at
notches indicated° The spring pin is placed in the front notch

and bolt is placed in the rear notch.

• Press anti-kickback pawls assembly completely down and
push latch down to secure in position;

Pin Bolt

Insert I Here

insert Bolt Here

NOTE: The teeth of anti-kickback pawls should touch table
surface, Use set screw with 2 mm hex key (not supplied)to adjust
if needed. (Refer to figure 25)

Set Screw

Set Screw

Latch

Figure 23 - Attach Kick-back Pawls Assembly

To install the blade guard:

• Unplug the saw.

• Place the slot of blade guard body over the rMng knife. Slot
of bushing isplaced in the notch indicated in Figures 22 and

24.

I Bushing Notch I

;igure 24 - Attach Blade Guard Assembly

• The bushings have a beveled edge and must be located in
the center of the notch to lock properly.

• Pull guard fully back onto knife and push latch down to lock
guard into position

NOTE: Blade guard body should be parallel to the _ble. If not,
adjust the set screws with 2 mm hex key (not supplied)
as necessary. (Refer to figure 25)

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Figure 25 - Blade Guard isParallel to the Table

CHECK AND ALIGN THE RIVING KNIFE AND SAW
BLADE

Rder to Figures 26-27.
NOTE: If the riving knife is out of alignment with the saw blade,

adjustment is needed.

To check the alignment of the riving knife:

• Unplug the saw.

• Raise the saw blade as high as it will go by turning the
adjusting knob clockwise.

• Remove the anti-kickback pawls, and place a framing square
or straight edge against both the saw blade and the riving
knife.

NOTE: Place the framing square between the carbide teeth,
and measure from the blade. This step will ensure that the
framing square is square against the blade from the front to the

back of the blade.

• The saw blade and riving knife are aligned when the framing
square contacts the blade and the riving knife evenly, with

no gaps.

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Framing Square

To adjust:

• Unplug the saw.

• Loosen the two M6 x 20 socket head bolts that hold
the mounting bracket using the 5 mm hex wrench (not i_luded).

• Reposition the blade guard assembly left or right, as required

in order aligning the riving knife with the saw blade.

• Once properly aligned, securely retighten the socket head

bolts.

NOTE: The blade guard and riving kinfe must always be correctly
aligned so that the cut workpiece will pass on either side of the
riving knife without binding or twisting to the side.

WARNING: Improper riving knife alignment _n cause kickback

and sedous injury.

CHANGING THE BLADE DEPTH

Refer to Figure 28.

The saw blade depth should be set so that the outer points of

the saw blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately

1/8" (3.2 mm) to 1/4" (6.4 mm), but the lowest points (gullets)

are below the top surface.

• Unplug the saw.

o Turn the bevel locking lever clockwise to tighten it securely.

• Raise the blade by turning the height adjusting knob clockwise,
or lower it by turning the handle counterclockwise.

Gullet

Figure 28

CHANGING THE BLADE ANGLE
Refer to Figures 29.

° Unplug the saw.

• Loosen the bevel locking lever by turning it counterclockwise.

° To adjust the bevel angle, tuming the height/bevel adjusting

handwheel counterclockwise increases the angle of the blade_
bringing it closer to 45_; Turning it clockwise decreases the
angle, bringing the blade closer to 90°,

• To lock by tuming the beveldocking lever clockwise.

Socket head bolt

ure 27

Bevel locking lever

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adjusting

Figure29 handwheel

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