Craftsman 315.284610 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

10 in. TABLE SAW

iA WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the

user must read and understand the operator’s manuai before using this product.

Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Product distributed in the United States by Sears Brands Management Corporation

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.ca

988000-118 5-18-10 (REV:01)

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Introduction.......................................................................................................................................................................2

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

General Safety Rules....................................................................................................................................................3-4

Specific Safety Rules....................................................................................................................................................4-5

Symbols.........................................................................................................................................................................6-7

Electrical...........................................................................................................................................................................8

Glossary of Terms............................................................................................................................................................9

Features....................................................................................................................................................................10-13

Tools Needed.................................................................................................................................................................13

Loose Parts...............................................................................................................................................................14-15

Assembly...................................................................................................................................................................16-22

Operation..................................................................................................................................................................23-35

Adjustments...............................................................................................................................................................36-38

Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................................38

Troubieshooting.........................................................................................................................................................39-40

Illustrated Parts List.................................................................................................................................................. 41-48

Parts Ordering/Service......................................................................................................................................Back Page

INTRODUCTION

This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability

have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

WARRANTY

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL If this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase. Call

1 -800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair. If this tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty will

apply for only ninety days from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

.Mk. WARNING: Read and understand all instruc

tions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below,

may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

■ 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 PLACE 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 turning it on.

■ KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered 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 with padlocks and master switches, or by removing starter keys.

■ DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will 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 GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-

resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

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.

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.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The

use of improper accessories may risk injury.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if 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 properly 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 it

comes to a complete stop.

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

PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection 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.

KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling

and kickback.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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. INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged,

have repaired by a qualified service technician at

an authorized service facility. The conductor with

Insulation having an outer surface 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 properly grounded.

USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES:

3-wlre extension cords that have 3-prong grounding

plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s

plug.

DO NOT MODIFY the plug 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 capacity of your saw Is 10 In. (254

mm).

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 risk 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 SAFETY RULES

FIRMLY BOLT THE SAW TO A WORK BENCH OR LEG STAND at approximately hip height.

NEVER OPERATE THE SAW ON THE FLOOR.

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs

when the blade stalls rapidly and workpiece Is driven

back towards the operator. It can pull 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.

ALWAYS USE BLADE GUARD, SPREADER, AND 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 cutting. Keep the

blade guard down, the antl-kickback pawls down, and

the spreader In place.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

ALWAYS SECURE WORK firmly against the rip fence

or miter gauge. NEVER use the rip fence during the same operation as the miter gauge.

WHEN MAKING NON-THROUGH RIP CUTS, always

use a push stick, push block, and/or featherboard so your hands do not come within 3 inches of the saw

blade. WHEN RIPPING NARROW STOCK, always use a

push stick, push block, or featherboard.

NEVER perform any operation “freehand” which

means using only your hands to support or guide the workpiece. Always use either the rip fence or miter gauge 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 use rip fence as cutoff gauge when cross cutting.

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 long work pieces.

AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back toward you)

by:

Keeping blade sharp.

Keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade.

Keeping spreader, anti-kickback pawls, and

blade guard in place and operating.

Not releasing the work before it is pushed all the way past the saw blade using a push stick.

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

authorized 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 accessories 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.

ONLY USE BLADES within the thickness range stamped on the spreader/riving knife.

THIS TOOL should have the following markings: a) Wear eye protection.

b) Use saw blade guard and spreader/riving knife for

every operation for which it can be used, including

all through sawing. c) Keep hands out of the line of saw blade. d) Use a push stick when required. e) Pay particular attention to instructions on

reducing

risk of kickback. f) Do not perform any operation freehand. g) Never reach around or over the saw blade.

h) Never operate saw on floor or below waist height.

NEVER CUT MORE THAN ONE PIECE OF MATERIAL AT A TIME.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them

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

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.

SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Safety Alert

Read Operator’s Manual

Eye Protection

No Hands Symbol

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Hz Hertz

W Watt Power

Volts Voltage

Amperes

Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.

Always wear eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.

Current

Frequency (cycles per second)

min

.../min

Minutes Time

Alternating Current

Direct Current

No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

Class II Construction

Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

Type of current

Type or a characteristic of current

Double-insulated construction

SYMBOLS

I The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL

A A

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowiedge and

shouid be performed oniy by a quaiified service techni cian. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use oniy identicai repiacement parts.

WARNING:

DANGER:

WARNING:

CAUTION:

MEANING

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

WARNING: To avoid serious personai injury, do not

attempt to use this product untii you read thoroughiy and understand compieteiy the operator’s manual. Save this operator’s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who

may use this product.

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or

safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety

Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection

which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong

grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the

tool’s plug. When using a power tool at a considerable

distance from the power source, use an extension cord

heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw.

An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line

voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the

motor to overheat. Use the chart provided below to

determine the minimum wire size required in an extension

cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s

Laboratories (UL) should be used.

**Ampere rating (on tool data plate)

0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0

Cord Length

25' 16 16 16 16 50' 16 16 16

100' 16 16 14

"Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.

NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension

cord that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by

the letters “WA” on the cord’s jacket.

Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or

exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

Wire Size (A.W.G.)

14 14 12 12

14 14

—

A WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the

working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.

A WARNING: Check extension cords before each

use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious

injury.

SPEED AND WIRING

The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 5,000 rpm. This speed is not constant and decreases under a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A line intend ed only for lights cannot properly carry a power tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance will be too light for a greater distance. A line that can support one power tool may not be able to support two or three tools.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This product must be grounded. In the event of a malfunc tion or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding 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.

iA WARNING: Improper installation of the ground

ing plug can result in a risk of electric shock. When repair or replacement of the cord is required, do

not connect the grounding wire to either flat blade terminal. The wire with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the grounding wire.

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 properly grounded.

Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and

has a grounding plug similar to the plug illustrated in fig ure 1. Only connect the product to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. Do not use an adapter with this product.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

This tool is powered by a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, AC only (normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double check the power supply.

120 V GROUNDED OUTLET

Fig. 1

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Anti-Kickback Pawis (fiooring, radiai arm, and tabie

saws)

A device which, when properiy instaiied and maintained,

is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back

toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.

Arbor

The shaft on which a biade or cutting tooi is mounted.

Bevel Cut

A cutting operation made with the biade at any angie other than 90° to the tabie surface.

Compound Cut

A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevei angie.

Cross Cut

A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the width of the workpiece.

Cutterhead (planers and jointer planers)

A rotating cutterhead with adjustabie biades or knives. The biades or knives remove materiai from the workpiece.

Dado Cut

A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch or trough in the workpiece (requires a speciai biade).

Featherboard

A device used to heip controi the workpiece by hoiding it

secureiy against the tabie or fence during any ripping

operation.

FPM or SPM

Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference

to biade movement.

Freehand

Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a

fence, miter gauge, or other aids.

Gum

A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.

Heel

Aiignment of the biade to the fence.

Kerf

The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the

slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.

Kickback

A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls, throwing the workpiece back toward operator.

Miter Cut

A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle to the blade other than 90°.

Non-Through Cuts

Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

Pilot Hole (drill presses)

A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for drilling large holes accurately.

Push Blocks (jointer planers)

Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the operator’s hands well away from the cutterhead.

Push Blocks (flooring and table saws)

Device used to hold the workpiece during cutting opera tions. This aid helps keep the operator’s hands well away from the blade.

Push Sticks (flooring and table saws)

Device used to push the workpiece during cutting opera tions. A push stick should be used for narrow ripping operations. The aid helps keep the operator’s hands well away from the blade.

Resaw

A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece to make thinner pieces.

Resin

A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.

Ripping or Rip Cut

A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.

Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter (flooring and table saws)

A metal piece, slightly thinner than the blade, which helps

keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.

Saw Blade Path

The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As

it applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has

been cut by the blade.

Set

The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or set) outward from the face of the blade.

Snipe (planers)

Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter

blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.

Through Sawing

Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

Throw-Back

The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed

inadvertently in contact with the blade.

Workpiece or Material

The item on which the operation is being done.

Worktable

Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Arbor...............................................................5/8 in.

Blade Diameter.........................................................10 in.

Blade Tilt.................................................................0° - 45°

Rating

...............................................

120 V, AC only, 60 Hz

Input

........................

No Load Speed Cutting Depth at 0°.. Cutting Depth at 45°

BLADE GUARD

.......

................

.5,000 r/min. (RPM)

.......................

.................

15 Amps

3 in.

2-5/8 in.

Fig. 2

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW

See Figure 2.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tooi 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 op

erating 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 removable anti-kickback pawls point away from the workpiece. If the workpiece 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 cabinet shows the exact blade angle.

BLADE - This saw is provided with a 24-tooth, 10 in. carbide blade. The blade is raised and lowered with the height/bevel adjusting handwheel. Bevel angles are

locked with the bevel locking lever.

A 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 removable blade guard down over the saw blade for through-sawing cuts.

BEVEL LOCKING LEVER - This lever, placed just under the saw table 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, use this handwheel to lower and raise the blade for height adjustments or blade re

placement. This handwheel also makes the adjustment for

bevel angles easy.

MITER GAUGE - The miter gauge aligns the wood for a cross cut. The easy-to-read indicator shows the exact angle for a miter cut.

MITER GAUGE GROOVES - The miter gauge rides in the grooves on the saw table.

RIP FENCE - A sturdy metal fence guides the workpiece and is secured with the locking lever.

SCALE - Located on the front rail, the easy-to-read scale

provides precise measurements for rip cuts. SPREADER / RIVING KNIFE - A removable metal piece

of the blade guard assembly, slightly thinner than the saw

blade, which helps keep the kerf open and prevent kick

back. When in the through sawing, or “up” position, it is

higher than the saw blade and becomes a spreader. When

in the non-through sawing, or “down” position, it is below the saw blade teeth and becomes a riving knife.

SWITCH ASSEMBLY - This saw has an easy access

power switch located below the front rail. To lock the switch in the OFF position, remove the switch key from the switch. Place the key in a location that is inaccessible to children and others not qualified to use the tool.

FEATURES

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 each side. Detailed instructions are

provided in the Operation section of this manual for the

basic cuts: cross cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts, and com pound 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: riving knife/spreader/splitter, anti-kickback pawls, and plastic blade guard.

SWITCH ASSEMBLY

See 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 turn on (I).

M, 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 ( 0) and remove the key. This action will prevent the tool from accidentally starting when power returns.

At 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 personal injury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of accidental start

ing, Always make sure the switch is in the off ( 0) position before plugging tool into the power source.

SWITCH

OFF

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.

SWITCH KEY

SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION

Fig. 3

FEATURES

BLADES

For maximum performance, it is recommended that you use the 24-tooth, 10 in. carbide-tipped combination biade provided with your saw. Additionai biade styies of the same high quality are available for specific operations such as ripping. Your local dealer can provide you with

complete information.

Kerf width must be within the limits stamped on the spreader/riving knife.

A WARNING: Do not use blades rated less than the

speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury.

TOOLS NEEDE

The following tools (not included or drawn to scale) are needed for assembly and making adjustments:

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FRAMING SQUARE

11 III 11

COMBINATION

SQUARE

PHILLIPS

SCREWDRIVER

0^^

FLATHEAD

SCREWDRIVER

C-CLAMP

Fig. 4

LOOSE PARTS

The following items are included with the table saw:

A. Anti-Kickback Pawls

B. Blade Guard

C. Switch Key..............................................................1

D. Handle....................................................................1

E. Miter Gauge............................................................1

F. Rip Fence...............................................................1

G. Locking Lever.........................................................1

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Fig. 5

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H. Screw

I. Open End Wrench..................................................1

J. Closed End Wrench K. Hex Key (5 mm) L. Push Stick Storage Screw

M. Push Stick...............................................................1

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LOOSE PARTS

The following items are included with the table saw leg stand:

A. Lower Brace

B. Lower Side Brace C. Upper Brace D. Upper Side Brace E. Hex Nut

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F. Carriage Bolt (1/4 - 20 x 1/2 in.) G. Carriage Bolt (1/4 - 20 x 1 -3/8 in.) H Foot I. Leg

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Fig. 6

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

WARRANTY

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

SYMBOLS

ELECTRICAL

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

TOOLS NEEDE

LOOSE PARTS

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