Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment.
When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious
injury and property damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed. Delta
Machinery strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than
for which it was designed.
If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have written Delta Machinery
and we have advised you.
Online contact form at www.deltamachinery.com
Postal Mail: Technical Service Manager
Delta Machinery
4825 Highway 45 North
Jackson, TN 38305
(IN CANADA: 125 Mural St. Suite 300, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1M4)
Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the following sources:
Power Tool Institute
1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851
www.powertoolinstitute.org
National Safety Council
1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201
American National Standards Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, 4 floor, New York, NY 10036 www.ansi.org
ANSI 01.1Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines, and the U.S. Department of Labor regulations www.osha.gov
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to
protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you
recognize this information.
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 haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or mod er ate
injury.
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
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, al ways
wear NIOSH/OSHA approved, properly fit ting face mask or res pi ra tor when us ing such tools.
TOOL WARNING LABEL
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE. Learning
the machine’s application, limitations, and specific hazards
will greatly minimize the possibility of accidents and injury.
2. WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT
safety glasses. USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1
standards. Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI
S3.19 standards.
3. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may
get caught in moving parts. Nonslip protective footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
4. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. The use of power tools in damp or wet
locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep
your work area well-lit to prevent tripping or placing arms,
hands, and fingers in danger.
5. MAINTAIN ALL TOOLS AND MACHINES IN PEAK CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Poorly maintained tools and machines can further
damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
6. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the machine,
check for any damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or any
other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced with Delta or factory authorized replacement
parts. Damaged parts can cause further damage to the
machine and/or injury.
7. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Your shop is a
potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors can be
injured.
9. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging
in the power cord. In the event of a power failure, move the
switch to the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can cause
injury. Do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when unplugging
or plugging in the cord.
10. USE THE GUARDS. Check to see that all guards are in place,
secured, and working correctly to prevent injury.
11. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE. Tools, scrap pieces, and other
debris can be thrown at high speed, causing injury.
12. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Don’t force a machine or an
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. Damage
to the machine and/or injury may result.
13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta
may cause damage to the machine or injury to the user.
14. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one 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. See
the Extension Cord Chart for the correct size depending on
the cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
15. SECURE THE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold the
workpiece when practical. Loss of control of a workpiece can
cause injury.
16. FEED THE WORKPIECE AGAINST THE DIRECTION OF
THE ROTATION OF THE BLADE, CUTTER, OR ABRASIVE
SURFACE. Feeding it from the other direction will cause the
workpiece to be thrown out at high speed.
17. DON’T FORCE THE WORKPIECE ON THE MACHINE.
Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.
18. DON’T OVERREACH. Loss of balance can make you fall into
a working machine, causing injury.
19. NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE. Injury could occur if the tool
tips, or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
20. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the machine until it comes
to a complete stop. A child or visitor could be injured.
21. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE before installing or
removing accessories, changing cutters, adjusting or changing
set-ups. When making repairs, be sure to lock the start switch
in the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
22. MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF WITH
PADLOCKS, MASTER SWITCHES, OR BY REMOVING
STARTER KEYS. The accidental start-up of a machine by a
child or visitor could cause injury.
23
. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE
COMMON SENSE. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE WHEN
YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS,
ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in injury.
24.
DISBURSE DUST OR OTHER AIRBORNE PARTICLES,
INCLUDING WOOD DUST, CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST
AND ASBESTOS DUST. Direct particles away from face
and body. Always operate tool in well ventilated area and
provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system
wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may cause serious
and permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a
serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the
dust, and avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing dust to
get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote
absorption of harmful material. Always use properly fitting
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for
the dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and
water.
USE OF THIS TOOL CAN GENERATE AND
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ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.
1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is assembled
and installed according to the instructions.
2. OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the
operation of this machine.
3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended
electrical connections.
4. ALWAYS USE GUARDS, SPLITTER, AND ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS whenever possible, including through sawing. Check
to see that they are in place, secured and working correctly.
Test the anti-kickback pawl action before ripping by pushing
the wood under the anti-kickback teeth. The teeth must
prevent the wood from being thrown toward the front of the
saw.
5. CUTTING THE WORKPIECE WITHOUT THE USE OF A
FENCE OR MITER GAUGE IS KNOWN AS “FREEHAND”
CUTTING. NEVER perform “free-hand” operations. Use
either the fence or miter gauge to position and guide the
workpiece.
6. HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY against the miter gauge
or fence.
7. CUTTING COMPLETELY THROUGH THE WORK-PIECE IS KNOWN AS “THROUGH-SAWING”. Ripping and crosscutting are through-sawing operations. Cutting with the grain
is ripping. Use a fence or fence system for ripping. NEVER
use a miter guage for ripping. Use push sticks for ripping a
narrow workpiece. Cutting across the grain is cross-cutting.
Never use a fence or fence system for cross-cutting. Instead,
use a miter gauge.
8. KICKBACK IS THE NATURAL TENDENCY OF THE
WORKPIECE TO BE THROWN BACK AT THE OPERATOR
when the workpiece initially contacts the blade or if the
workpiece pinches the blade. Kickback is dangerous and can
result in serious injury.
AVOID KICKBACK by:
A. keeping blade sharp and free of rust and pitch.
B. keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade.
C. using saw blade guard and splitter for every possible
operation, including all through sawing.
D. keeping splitter aligned with sawblade.
E. keeping the anti-kickback pawls in place and
sharpened.
F. pushing the workpiece past the saw blade prior to
release.
G. never ripping a workpiece that is twisted or warped, or
does not have a straight edge to guide along the fence.
H. using featherboards when the anti-kickback device or
the guard and splitter cannot be used.
I. never sawing a large workpiece that cannot be
controlled.
J. never using the fence as a guide when crosscutting.
K. never sawing a workpiece with loose knots, flaws, nails
or other foreign objects.
L. never ripping a workpiece shorter than 10”.
PAWLS TO BE EFFECTIVE. Plastic and compositions
(like hardboard) may be cut on your saw, but be especially
attentive to following proper set-up and cutting procedures
to prevent any kickbacks when cutting these materials.
SOME MATERIALS ARE TOO HARD AND
SLIPPERY FOR THE ANTI-KICKBACK
9. USE THE CORRECT SAWBLADE FOR THE INTENDED
OPERATION. The blade must rotate toward the front of the
saw. Always tighten the blade arbor nut securely. Before use,
inspect the blade for cracks or mising teeth. Do not use a
damaged blade.
10. NEVER USE ABRASIVE WHEELS on this saw.
11. DO NOT CUT METAL WITH THIS SAW.
12. REMOVE CUT-OFF PIECES AND SCRAPS from the table
before starting the saw. The vibration of the machine may
cause them to move into the saw blade and be thrown out.
13. CUT-OFF PIECES CAN BE THROWN BACK AT THE OPERATOR. For large cut-off pieces, use a push stick to
push the piece past the blade and off the back of the saw
table. Do not reach across sawblade. Be careful that small
pieces do not contact the blade.
14.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW BLADE
WITHOUT FIRST TURNING THE MACHINE OFF. If a
workpiece or cut-off piece becomes trapped inside the
guard, turn saw off and wait for blade to stop before lifting
the guard and removing the piece.
15. NEVER START THE MACHINE with the workpiece against
the blade.
16. NEVER run the workpiece between the fence and a moulding
cutterhead.
KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the blade.
17.
Use a push stick to push small workpieces through the saw.
A push stick is a small wooden stick, usually homemade, that
should be used whenever the size or shape of the workpiece
would cause you to place your hands within six inches of the
blade. See “CONSTRUCTING A PUSH STICK” in the back of
this manual for guidance on making your own.
18. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS
where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the
blade.
19. NEVER have any part of your body in line with the path of the
saw blade.
20. NEVER REACH AROUND or over the saw blade.
21. PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG (3 feet or longer) OR WIDE (36” or wider) WORKPIECES. If extension tables wider than
24” are attached to the saw, bolt the saw stand to the floor,
or use a sturdy outrigger support to prevent tipping.
22. PREVENT MOTION OF THE SAW WHILE IN USE. If the
mobility kit is installed, lower the foot pedal and level the feet
so the saw does not rock, walk, slide or tip. If necessary,
secure the stand to the floor.
23. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, assembly or set-up work on
the table/work area when the machine is running.
24. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE from the power source before installing or
removing accessories, changing the sawblade, or adjusting
or changing set-ups. Lock swicth in the “OFF” position when
making repairs.
25. CLEAN THE TABLE/WORK AREA BEFORE LEAVING THE MACHINE. Lock the switch in the “OFF” position to prevent
unauthorized use.
26. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper
operation of power tools (i.e. a safety video) is available from
the Power Tool Institute, 1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland,
OH 44115-2851 (www.powertoolinstitute.com). Information
is also available from the National Safety Council, 1121
Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please refer to
the American National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety
Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U.S.
Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
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POWER CONNECTIONS
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should
be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have
3-prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. Before connecting the
machine to the power line, make sure the switch (s) is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of
the same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low
voltage will damage the machine.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE MACHINE TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE MACHINE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
Your machine is wired for 120/240 volts, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the machine to the power
source, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
THIS MACHINE MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
1. All grounded, cord-connected machines:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is
equipped with an electric cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The
conductor with insulation having an outer surface that
is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipmentgrounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the
electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if
the grounding instructions are not completely understood,
or if in doubt as to whether the machine is properly
grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor
receptacles that accept the machine’s plug, as shown in
Fig. A.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
2. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended for
use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less
than 150 volts:
If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has
an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. A, the
machine will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Fig. A. A temporary adapter, which looks like
the adapter illustrated in Fig. B, may be used to connect
this plug to a matching 2-conductor receptacle as shown
in Fig. B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The
temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.
The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. Whenever
the adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal
screw.
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.
IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE
RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED.
IF YOU ARE NOT SURE HAVE A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
PRONGS
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES
Fig. AFig. B
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
MEANS
ADAPTER
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3. 240 VOLT SINGLE PHASE OPERATION
The motor supplied with your machine is a dual voltage,
120/240 volt motor. It is shipped ready-to-run for 120
volt operation. However, it can be converted for 240 volt
operation.
A qualified electrician should do the conversion, or the
machine can be taken to an Authorized Delta Service
Center. When completed, the machine must conform
to the National Electric Code and all local codes and
ordinances.
The machine is converted by re-wiring the motor for 240
volts, installing a 240 volt plug on the power supply cord
and making sure the switch is one that is rated for 240
volt operation.
Be sure the 240 volt plug is only used in an outlet having
the same configuration as the plug illustrated in Fig. C.
No adapter should be used with the 240 volt plug.
IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN
THAT THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE,
HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE
RECEPTACLE.
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
PRONGS
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES
Fig. C
EXTENSION CORDS
Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension
cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. When
using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. D-1 or D-2, shows the correct gauge to
use depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES
Ampere Total Length Gauge of
Rating Volts of Cord in Feet Extension Cord
The Delta 10” Hybrid Saw (36-714) has a powerful 13/4 HP induction motor that can handle tough cutting operations.
This table saw has a maximum depth of cut of 31/8 inches (79mm) at 90 degrees and 21/8 inches (54mm) at 45 degrees.
The maximum dado width with this saw is 13/16 inch (21mm). The saw comes with a mobile base, two cast iron
extension wings, one of three fence systems, see-through blade guard and splitter, table insert, equipment mounting
hooks, a 10" diameter blade, dust port for 4" hose and miter gage.
NOTICE: The photo on the manual cover illustrates the current production model. All other illustrations contained in the
manual are representative only and may not depict the actual labeling or accessories included. These are intended to
illustrate technique only.
CARTON CONTENTS
Fig. 1 Parts
22
2
1
3
4
23
1. Cast Iron Extension
Wings (2)
2. Switch Assembly
3. Fence Holder
Brackets (2)
4. Drive Belt
5. Table Insert
6. Wrench Hook
7. Miter Gage Holder
8. Splitter Mounting
Bracket
9. Blade Hex Nut
10. Blade Flange
11. 10” Carbide-Tipped
Blade
12. Blade Wrenches (2)
13. 4mm Hex Wrench
14. Dust Port
15. Locking Knobs (2)
16. Handwheel (2)
17. Miter Gage
18. Miter Gage Handle
19. Splitter/Guard
Assembly
20. M8 x 1.25 (20mm)
Hex Head Screw
21. M8 Flat Washer
22. M8 Lock Washer
23. M8 Hex Nut
24. Mobile Base Pedal
16
15
14
17
11
13
10
12
18
20
19
8
9
6
7
5
21
24
Fig. 1
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Fig. 2 Parts
1. 7/16"-20 x 11/4" Hex Head Screw (6)
2. 7/16" Flat Washer (6)
3. 7/16" Lock Washer (6)
4. M8x30 Hex Head Screw (1)
5. M8 Nut (1)
6. M8 lock washer (1)
7. M8 flat washer (1)
8. M8 Washer (2)*
9. M8x25 Hex Head Screw (2)*
10. M8 Lock Washer (2)*
1
11.
/4”-20x3/8” Round Head Tap Screw (8)
12. M4 x 10mm Round Head Screw (6)
13. 1/4"-20 x 3/4" Hex Head Screw (2)
14. 1/4" Flat Washer (2)
15. 1/4" Lock Washer (2)
16. 5/16"-18 x 5/8 Carriage Head Screw (1)
17. 5/16" hex nut (1)
18. 5/16" flat washer (1)
19. Nylon Washer (2)
20. M5x20mm Screw (1)
21. Washer for Miter Gage (1)
* Parts 8, 9 and 10 are included to attach the
rear rail of the fence to the table of this saw.
4
20
5
19
2
1
21
16
6
7
3
17
Fig. 2
18
9
8
12
15
10
14
11
13
UNPACKING AND CLEANING
Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items
from the shipping container(s). Remove the rustpreventative oil from unpainted surfaces using a soft
cloth moistened with mineral spirits, paint thinner or
denatured alcohol.
Do not use highly volatile solvents such
as gasoline, naphtha, acetone or lacquer thinner for
cleaning your machine.
After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a
good quality household floor paste wax.
The basic saw unit is shown as shipped here in Fig.
2A.
Fig. 2A
ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED
* Phillips head screw driver (not supplied)
* ½”, 13mm, 5/8”, 3/8” open end wrenches (not supplied)
* Other wrenches and a drill with a 1/4 inch bit may be required, depending on what fence or tables will be used
ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE - 2 to 3 hours
For your own safety, do not connect the machine to the power source until the machine is completely
assembled and you read and understand the entire instruction manual.
The saw is extremely heavy. have two or more people help lift and move machine around during
assembly.
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SETTING UP YOUR SAW
The 36-714 comes with a mobile base which can be used
by attaching the mobile base pedal as shown below. If
desired, the saw can also be bolted to the floor.
ATTACHING THE MOBILE BASE PEDAL
RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Two
people are needed to turn the saw over on its side.
B
A
L
K
IH
J
Carefully turn the saw over on its side to gain access
to the three holes in the saw base used to attach the
mobile base pedal.
Place an M8 Flat Washer (I) Fig. 3 onto an M8x25mm
Hex Head Bolt (H) and insert through one of three
holes (A) in the mobile base pedal and through the
corresponding hole (B) of the saw base. Then, place an
M8 Flat Washer(J), an M8 Lock Washer (K) and an M8
Nut (L) on the bolt and tighten securely. Repeat this for
the other two holes and stand the saw back up again.
The mobile base pedal has two settings. It can lower
the saw onto its leveling feet for stability, or it can lift the
saw up on its wheel for mobility. The leveling feet include
adjustable locknuts for raising and lowering each foot
separately. Be sure the saw is level and will not move
during operation
Do not opoerate saw with mobile base
pedal in the down position.
BOLTING THE SAW TO FLOOR
RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Two
people are needed to turn the saw over on its side.
Fig. 3
G
F
Fig. 4
C
To bolt the saw to a permanent location, do not add the
mobile base pedal included with the saw. (To add the
pedal, see "ATTACHING THE MOBILE BASE PEDAL").
First, you will need to carefully turn the saw over on its
side and remove the two leveling feet and the attached
locknuts, both shown at (F) Fig. 4. Also remove two
wheels (G) by unscrewing the 5/16" Carriage Head Bolts
and 5/16" locknuts that attach them to the base.
Then, remove the nine screws which secure the dust
chute inside the saw cabinet, six of which are shown at
(C) Fig. 5. Also, remove the side panel below the motor
cover by loosening all six screws (D).
Find the holes (E) Fig. 6 in the bottom of the saw and
mark their position on the floor where you want to place
the saw. Be sure saw is on level surface. Drill pilot holes
in these spots and attach to floor using appropriate
hardware. Reassemble the dust chute and side panel.
D
Fig. 5
E
Fig. 6
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BLADE TILTING AND RAISING
HANDWHEELS
A
Place blade tilting handwheel (A) Fig. 7A on shaft (B)
on the left side of the saw cabinet. Make certain slot
(C) in handwheel is engaged with roll pin (D) on the
shaft. Place nylon washer (E) Fig. 7B on shaft then
thread locking knob (F) Fig. 7B, on shaft (G) and tighten
securely. Attach blade raising handwheel (H) Fig. 7B in
the same manner.
INSTALLING DRIVE BELT
First, lift motor and remove foam packing block from
around motor. While lifting motor (A) Fig. 8, place a 1012 inch long piece of 2x4, or another similar thickness
of wood, (B) Fig. 8 as shown. This will help prop up the
motor and will make it easier to install the grooved belt,
(C) Fig. 8A. Place grooved belt (C) Fig. 8A in grooved
pulley located behind the motor (shown in Fig. 8B) and
the one directly above, located on the opposite end
of the blade arbor. Ensure that the grooves of the belt
completely make contact with the grooves in these
pulleys. Carefully lift motor and remove the block of
wood. The weight of the motor will provide the correct
tension on the belt. The belt (D) Fig. 8D is shown
installed correctly as seen through the open door in the
side of the saw.
B
D
C
Fig. 7A
E
F
G
H
B
A
Fig. 8
C
Fig. 7B
Fig. 8A
D
Fig. 8B
Fig. 8D
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EXTENSION WINGS
Assemble left extension wing (A) Fig. 10A to the saw
table. Align the three holes in the extension wing with the
three holes (A) Fig. 9 in the side of the saw table. Place
a 7/16" lockwasher, then a 7/16" flat washer on a 7/1620x1-1/4” hex head screw (all shown at (B) Fig. 9). Insert
the screw through the hole in the extension wing and
thread the screw into the tapped hole in the side of the
table. Repeat this process for the two remaining holes
in the extension wing and saw table.
B
With a straight edge (E) Fig. 10A, make certain the
extension wing (A) is level with the saw table before
tightening three bolts (B) Fig. 10 with an 18mm open
end wrench. Starting with a bolt on one side, make sure
the tables are lined up and then tighten that bolt. Then,
move to the middle bolt and follow the same procedure
of aligning and tightening. Then do the same for the bolt
on the other end.
NOTE: Make sure front edge of wing is flush to or
slightly behind the front edge of the table.
Place the right extension wing on the other side of the
saw in the same manner.
Do not operate the saw without right
table wing installed.
A
Fig. 9
B
Fig. 10
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E
A
Fig. 10A
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INSTALLING YOUR FENCE SYSTEM
Assemble the fence system that comes with your saw and follow the instructions included with your fence. Be sure to
locate the M8x25 bolts and M8 washers and lock washers (Nos. 8, 9 and 10 in Fig. 2) which were included in the saw
package. These are used to attach the rear rail to the back of the saw table.
If your fence system does not detail how to mount the switch, follow the instructions below.
For all fence systems, follow steps 2 and 3 below to properly route the cord inside the cabinet.
INSTALLING THE SWITCH
1. Place switch (A) Fig. 11, behind the lip of extension
wing (B). Insert M8x30 hex head screw (C) through wing
and then switch support. Place an M8 flat washer and
an M8 lock washer on the screw. Thread an M8 hex nut
(D) onto screw and tighten nut securely.
2. Insert switch cord with female end through hole (F)
Fig. 12 in upper left corner of the saw. Open motor
cover and route the switch cord (F) Fig. 13 behind the
cord guard (G) and then plug into motor cord (H), as
shown in Fig. 13.
3. Make sure the slack is pulled down and rests on the
dust chute as shown in Fig. 13.
B
A
D
Fig. 11
C
Make sure cord does not come in
contact with blade, belt or pulleys
F
Fig. 12
F
G
13
H
Fig. 13
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ASSEMBLING BLADE GUARD AND
SPLITTER
Make sure blade is not attached. If it
is, remove the saw blade from the saw using the
supplied wrenches.
1. Fasten the rear splitter mounting bracket (A) Fig. 15,
to the rear trunnion on the back of the saw using
the two 1/4”-20 x 3/4″ hex head screws (B), 1/4” flat
washers and 1/4” lock washers. Place flat washers,
then lock washers onto the screw, then insert them
through the holes in the splitter mounting bracket
and into the tapped holes in the trunnion. Do not
completely tighten the two screws (B) at this time.
2. Raise saw arbor to its highest position.
3. Using a 12 mm wrench, remove hex head screw
and large washer (C) Fig. 16 from the inside splitter
mounting bracket.
4. Remove the outer arbor flange and leave the inner
arbor flange (F) Fig. 16 on the arbor.
5. Use a straight edge to check to see if the top and
bottom of the inside splitter bracket (D) Fig. 17 is
aligned with the inner arbor flange (E).
A
B
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
C
F
D
E
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6. If alignment is necessary, loosen the two screws
(F) Fig. 18, align bracket (D) with the inner arbor
flange (E), and tighten screws (F).
7. Loosely assemble large washer and screw (C) Fig. 18,
to the inside splitter bracket. This screw and washer
was removed in STEP 3.
8. Assemble the blade guard and splitter assembly (G)
Fig. 19 between the large washer (C) and the splitter
bracket and tighten hex head screw (H) with 12mm
wrench.
D
F
C
E
Fig. 18
G
9. Fasten the rear of the blade guard and splitter bracket
assembly (G) Fig. 20, to the rear splitter mounting
bracket using 5/16-18 x 5/8″ carriage bolt (J), 5/16”
flat washer and 5/16-18 hex nut. Align the hole
in the rear of the blade guard with the hole in the
splitter bracket. Insert the 5/16-18x5/8″ carriage
bolt through the holes. Place flat washer onto the
bolt, then place nut on bolt and tighten.
IMPORTANT: The splitter (G) Fig. 20, has a notch (L)
cut in the top edge. This feature will enable the
blade guard to stay in the raised position when the
table insert is removed to make blade changing
easier. Raise the front of blade guard (M) Fig. 21,
until the rear edge of the blade guard slips into
notch (L) of splitter (G); the blade guard will stay in
this position.
H
C
Fig. 19
GL
J
Fig. 20
M
Always return guard down to table
before operating saw. Do not operate saw without
the table insert and guard in place.
L
G
Fig. 21
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SAW BLADE
Disconnect machine from power source.
1. Raise the saw blade arbor to its maximum height.
Assemble the saw blade (C) Fig. 23 to the saw
arbor making sure the teeth of the blade point down
towards the front of the table, as shown in Fig. 23.
Assemble the flange (D) and arbor nut (E) to the saw
arbor and tighten arbor nut (E) as far as possible by
hand, being sure that the saw blade is against the
inner blade flange.
C
D
F
E
G
2. Place the open end wrench (F) Fig. 23 on the flats
on the saw arbor to keep the arbor from turning and
tighten arbor nut (E) using the remaining wrench (G)
Fig. 24, by turning the nut counterclockwise.
ALIGNING SPLITTER WITH BLADE
Disconnect machine from power source.
Use a straight edge to check to see if the saw blade (B)
is aligned with the rear of the splitter (G) in Figs. 24 and
25. If alignment is necessary, loosen the screws (A) Fig.
25A which hold the splitter bracket to the rear trunnion.
Align splitter (G) Fig. 25 with the saw blade, and tighten
two bolts (A) Fig. 25A.
Fig. 23
B
G
Fig. 24
B
G
16
Fig. 25
A
Fig. 25A
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INSTALLING TABLE INSERT
Disconnect machine from power source.
Lower saw blade and install table insert (P) Fig. 26, in
the saw table. IMPORTANT: When installing the table
insert, make certain to hold on to the blade guard (L).
The insert will automatically release the holding action on
the splitter and lower the blade guard when the insert is
installed in the table opening.
Insert M5x20mm screw into hole (M) Fig. 26 and
tighten.
ADJUSTING TABLE INSERT
L
M
P
Fig. 26
Disconnect machine from power source.
Place a straight edge (B) Fig. 26A across the table at both
ends of the table insert (A) as shown in Fig. 26A.
THE TABLE INSERT (A) SHOULD
ALWAYS BE LEVEL WITH THE TABLE.
If an adjustment is necessary, loosen screw (M) Fig. 26
and turn the adjusting screws (C) Fig. 26A, as needed,
with allen wrench supplied.
INSTALLING TOOL HOLDERS
Disconnect machine from power source.
Install fence holders (A) Fig. 27 using four self-tapping
screws (4).
Install wrench hook (B) using two self-tapping screws.
Install miter gage holder (C) Fig. 28 underneath the motor
cover on the right side of the saw using four self-tapping
screws.
C
A
B
C
Fig. 26A
B
A
Fig. 27
INSTALLING DUST PORT
Disconnect machine from power source.
Attach dust port (D) Fig. 29 using four self-tapping
screws.
C
Fig. 28
D
Fig. 29
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ASSEMBLING MITER GAGE
Disconnect machine from power source.
Place a flat washer (A) Fig 30 on the threads of the miter
gage lock handle (B) and then thread the handle into the
hole (C) in miter gage bar.
A
B
Insert plate (D) Fig.41 into the miter gage slot (E) Fig. 41
and slide miter gage onto saw table.
OPERATION
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
STARTING AND STOPPING SAW
The on/off switch is located underneath the switch
shield (A) Fig. 32. To turn the saw “ON”, press the green
button (B) Fig. 31 below the shield. To turn the saw
“OFF”, push switch shield (A) Fig. 32.
Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF”
position before plugging in the power
cord. In the event of a power failure, move the switch
to the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can cause
injury.
A
Fig. 30
C
B
C
LOCKING SWITCH IN “OFF” POSITION
IMPORTANT: When the tool is not in use, the switch
should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent
unauthorized use. Use a padlock (C) Fig. 31 with a
3/16" diameter shackle.
In the event of a power outage (such
as a breaker or fuse trip), always move the switch to
the “OFF” position until the main power is restored.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION
The saw is equipped with a circuit breaker (A) Fig. 31.
If the motor shuts off or fails to start due to overloading
(cutting stock too fast, using a dull blade, using the saw
beyond its capacity, etc.), or low voltage, turn the saw
off by pushing the switch shield (D) Fig. 32. Let the motor
cool three to five minutes and push the reset button (A)
Fig. 31, which will reset the overload device. The motor
can then be turned on again in the usual manner.
NOTE: If the problem persists, contact the nearest
Delta customer service center or call (800) 438-
2486.
Fig. 31
D
Fig. 32
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ADJUSTING 90 DEGREE AND 45 DEGREE
POSITIVE STOPS
The machine is equipped with positive stops that will
quickly and accurately position the saw blade at 90° and
45° to the table. To check and adjust the positive stops,
proceed as follows:
Disconnect machine from power source.
A
1. Remove the blade guard and splitter.
2. Raise the saw blade to its highest position.
3. Set the blade at 90° to the table by turning the blade
tilting handwheel counterclockwise as far as it will go.
4. Use a combination square (A) Fig. 33 to see if the blade
is at 90° to the table surface.
5. If the blade is not at 90° to the table, loosen set screw
(B) with 5/32″ allen wrench (C), and turn the blade tilting
handwheel until the blade is 90° to the table. Turn set
screw (B) clockwise until it bottoms.
6. Adjust the pointer (D) Fig. 34 to point to the zero degree
mark on the scale by loosening screws (E), adjusting
pointer (D), and tightening screws (E).
7. Turn the blade tilting handwheel clockwise as far as it
will go and use a combination square to see if the blade
is at 45° to the table.
8. If the blade is not at 45° to the table, loosen set screw
(F) Fig. 33, and turn blade tilting handwheel until the
blade is 45° to the table. Turn set screw (F) clockwise
until it bottoms.
9. Replace blade guard and splitter before using the
machine.
F
B
Fig. 33
E
D
Fig. 34
C
CHECKING BLADE ALIGNMENT
The saw has been aligned at the factory so the saw
blade is parallel to the miter gage slots; however, it is
recommended to check the alignment before initial
operation as follows:
Disconnect machine from power source.
1. Place a combination square (A) Fig. 35, on the table
with one edge of the square in the miter gage slot,
as shown, and adjust the square so the rule just
touches one of the teeth on the saw blade at the
forward position, as shown in Fig. 35. Lock the
square in this position.
2. Rotate the saw blade so that the same tooth you
used in STEP 1 is in the rear position, as shown in
Fig. 36, and check this distance. Both the front and
rear measure ments should be identical.
3. If an adjustment is necessary see “ADJUSTING
BLADE ALIGNMENT.”
Fig. 35
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Fig. 36
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ADJUSTING BLADE ALIGNMENT
Blade alignment is factory set and
should not need adjustment. Adjusting
blade alignment is a difficult and time-consuming
procedure. All saw blades have some run-out.
Therefore, re-adjusting blade alignment should only
be attempted if it becomes necessary. (See "checking
blade alignment.")
Disconnect machine from power source.
1. Lower blade. Remove blade guard and table insert.
With a 1/2″ wrench, slightly loosen the 4 front and
rear trunnion mounting bolts. NOTE: Two trunnion
mounting bolts (E) Fig. 37 are shown as looking up
inside side of saw.
2. Move the trunnion assembly in the desired direction.
Tap gently with rubber mallet if necessary.
3. To check blade alignment, follow section “CHECKING
BLADE ALIGNMENT” procedure until proper
alignment is achieved. Tighten 4 trunnion bolts (E)
Fig. 37.
4. Check blade alignment again after tightening bolts
to confirm alignment. If alignment is off, loosen
the 4 trunnion bolts (E) and repeat the above steps
until proper alignment is achieved with bolts fully
tightened.
5. Install table insert, blade guard, and lower blade
before reconnecting power source.
E
Fig. 37
BACKLASH ADJUSTMENTS
Disconnect machine from power source.
After a period of extended use, if any play is detected
in the blade raising or blade tilting mechanisms, remove
the blade and make the following adjustments:
ADJUSTING BLADE RAISING MECHANISM - Loosen
locknut (A) Fig. 38, and turn eccentric sleeve (B) until
all play is removed. Tighten locknut (A) while holding
sleeve in place.
ADJUSTING BLADE TILTING MECHANISM - Loosen
locknut (C) Fig. 38, and turn eccentric sleeve (D) until
all play is removed. Tighten locknut (C) while holding
sleeve in place.
Fig. 38
C
D
A
B
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MITER GAGE OPERATION AND
ADJUSTMENT
The miter gage is equipped with adjustable index stops
at 90, 75, 60,45 and 30 degrees.
To rotate the miter gage, loosen lock knob (A) Fig. 40,
push the thumb lever (B) down and move the body of the
miter gage (C) to the desired angle.
The miter gage is equipped with a plate (D) Fig.41 which
fits into the T-Slot groove (E) in the table. This allows the
miter gage to be pulled off the front edge of the table
without falling. This allows for a longer cut-off capacity in
front of the blade.
MACHINE USE
A
C
B
Fig. 40
E
D
Fig. 41
Common sawing operations include ripping and cross cutting plus a few other standard operations of a fundamental
nature. As with all power machines, there is a certain amount of hazard involved with the operation and use of the
machine. Using the machine with the respect and caution demanded will considerably lessen the possibility of personal
injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or completely ignored, personal injury to the operator
can result. The following information describes the safe and proper method for performing the most common sawing
operations.
This instruction manual does not provide information regarding the installation of a fence system. A
fence system must be installed before use of the saw. Please refer to the fence instruction manual regarding the
proper installation, alignment and operation of the fence system.
The use of attachments and acces sories not recommended by Delta may result in injury.
Never operate the saw without the proper table insert for the saw blade or cutter installed.
QUICK OPERATIONS CHECKLIST
Before using the saw each and every time, verify the following:
1. Blade is tight.
2. Bevel angle and height lock knobs are tight.
3. If ripping, ensure fence lock lever is tight and fence is parallel to the blade.
4. If crosscutting, miter gauge knob is tight.
5. Proper eye, hearing and respiratory equipment is being used.
6. The blade guard is properly attached and the anti-kickback pawls are functioning.
Failure to adhere to these common safety rules can greatly increase the likelihood of injury.
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KEY PARTS AND SAFETY FEATURES ON YOUR SAW
1
2
4
FRONT VIEW
1. Table Top
2. Extension Wings
3. Blade Guard/Splitter/Anti-Kickback
Pawl Assembly
4. ON/OFF Switch
5. Elevation Hand Wheel
5a. Elevation Hand Wheel Lock Knob
6. Tilt Hand Wheel
7. Miter Gauge
7a. Miter Gauge Lock
8. Miter Gauge Slot
9. Tilt Angle Scale
10. Rip Fence
11. Rip Fence Lock
12. Extension Table
6
7
7a
8
3
2
10
12
11
5
5a
9
14
17
16
18
13
15
BACK VIEW
13. Fence Holders
14. Motor Cover
15. Dust Spout
16. Slide Plate
17. Mobile Base Foot Pedal
18. Blade Wrenches
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BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER USE
The blade guard assembly provided with
delta saws, as shown in Fig. S1 must be used for all
through-sawing operations. The splitter prevents the kerf
from closing and binding the blade, causing kickback. The
anti-kickback pawls (A) Fig. S1 prevent the workpiece and
cut-off piece from being thrown back at the operator. The
plastic guard prevents dust and debris from being thrown
at the operator. To use the guard properly:
1. Make sure the splitter is aligned with the blade
as described in the section “BLADE GUARD AND
SPLITTER ASSEMBLY AND ALIGNMENT.”
2. Replace or sharpen the anti-kickback pawls when
they become dull.
3. Keep the guard clean for visibility and free motion.
4. Do not use solvent or lubricants on the guard as they
may severely damage the plastic.
5. Use caution when feeding workpieces that may
catch on the guard and cause a bind or force
the guard into the blade (such as when cutting
moulding).
CROSS-CUTTING
Cross-cutting requires the use of the miter gauge to position and guide the work. Before starting the cut, raise the
blade so it is about 1/8” (3.2mm) higher than the top of
the workpiece. Place the work against the miter gauge
and advance both the gauge and work toward the saw
blade, as shown in Fig. S2. The miter gauge may be
used in either table slot. Start the cut slowly and hold
the work firmly against the miter gauge and the table.
Keep both hands on the miter gauge and workpiece. Do
not touch the cut-off piece. Feed the workpiece steadily
through the blade until the workpiece is completely cut.
Shift the workpiece slightly sideways away from the
blade, then pull the workpiece and miter guage back to
the starting position. Remove the workpiece, then use a
push stick to push the cut-off piece past the blade and
off the table before beginning the next cut.
A
Fig. S1
Fig. S2
C
A
For added safety and convenience the miter gauge can
be fitted with an auxiliary wood-facing (C), as shown in
Fig. S3, that should be at least 1 inch higher than the
maximum depth of cut, and should extend out 12 inches
or more to one side or the other depending on which miter
gauge slot is being used. This auxiliary wood-facing (C)
can be fastened to the front of the miter gauge by using
two wood screws (A) through the holes provided in the
miter gauge body and into the wood-facing.
Fig. S3
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Never use the fence as a cut-off gauge
when cross-cutting.
When cross-cutting a number of pieces to the same
length, a block of wood (B), can be clamped to the fence
and used as a cut-off gauge as shown in Fig. S4. The
block (B) must be at least 3/4-inch thick to prevent the
cut-off piece from binding between the blade and the
fence during removal from the saw table. It is important
that this block of wood always be positioned in front
of the saw blade as shown. Once the cut-off length is
determined, lock the fence and use the miter gauge to
feed the work into the cut.
When using the block (B) Fig. S4, as a
cut-off gauge, it is very important that
the rear end of the block be positioned so the work
piece is clear of the block before it enters the blade.
MITERING
Mitering (the operation shown in Fig. S5) is the same as
crosscutting except the miter gauge (C) is locked at an
angle other than 0 degrees. Hold the workpiece firmly
against the miter gauge and feed the work slowly into
the blade to prevent the workpiece from moving.
B
Fig. S4
C
Use caution when starting the cut to prevent
binding of the guard against the workpiece.
Miter angles greater than 45 degrees may
force the guard into the saw blade and damage the
guard. Before starting the motor, test the operation
by feeding the work piece into the guard. If the
guard contacts the blade, place the work piece under
the guard - but don't let it touch the blade - before
starting the motor.
Certain workpiece shapes, such as moulding,
may not lift the guard properly. feed the work slowly to
start the cut.
BEVEL CROSSCUTTING
Bevel crosscutting (shown in Fig. S6) is the same as
crosscutting except the bevel angle is set to an angle
other than 0 degrees.
When possible, use the right miter gauge
slot when bevel crosscutting so that the blade tilts
away from the miter gauge and your hands.
Use caution when starting the cut to
prevent binding of the guard against the workpiece.
Fig. S5
Fig. S6
COMPOUND MITERING
Compound Mitering (shown in Fig. S7) is a combination of
bevel crosscutting and mitering, where the blade is beveled
to an angle other than 0 degrees and the miter gauge is
locked at an angle other than 0 degrees. Always use the
miter slot (D) which allows the blade to tilt away from the
miter gauge and hands.
D
Fig. S7
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RIPPING
Ripping, as shown in Fig. S8, is cutting lengthwise
through a board. The rip fence (A) is used to position
and guide the work. One edge of the work rides against
the rip fence while the flat side of the board rests on the
table.
The saw blade guard must be used.
On Delta saws, the guard has anti-kickback pawls to
prevent kickback and a splitter to prevent the wood
kerf from closing and binding the blade. Be sure to
replace or sharpen the anti-kickback devices when
the points become dull.
A
A rip fence should always be used for
ripping operations. Never perform a ripping operation
free-hand. Always lock the fence to the rail.
The workpiece must have a straight
edge against the fence, and must not be warped,
twisted or bowed.
1. Before starting the cut, raise the blade so it is about
1/8” (3.2mm) higher than the top of the workpiece.
Start the motor and advance the work holding it
down and against the fence. Never stand in the line
of the saw cut when ripping. When the rip width is
6 inches or wider, hold the work with both hands
and push it along the fence and into the saw blade
(Fig. S8). Feed force when ripping should always
be applied between the saw blade and the fence.
Never pull the workpiece from the back of the saw.
The work should then be fed through the saw blade
with the right hand. Only use the left hand to guide
the workpiece against the fence, and remove the left
hand from the work about 12 inches in front of the
blade. Do not feed the workpiece with the left hand.
Continue to feed material with right hand, keeping
to the right of the path of the blade. After the cut is
complete, use a push stick to feed cut-off piece past
the blade.
2. When the workpiece is past the blade, the work
will either stay on the table or tilt up slightly and be
caught by the end of the guard. Alternately, the feed
can continue to the end of the table, after which the
work is lifted and brought along the outside edge of
the fence. When ripping boards longer than three
feet, use a work support at the rear of the saw to
keep the workpiece from falling off the saw table.
3. If the size or shape of the workpiece would cause
your hands to be within six inches of the saw
blade, use a push stick to complete the cut, as
shown in Fig. S9 The push stick can easily be made
from scrap material as explained in the section
“CONSTRUCTING A PUSH STICK.”
4. Ripping narrow pieces can be dangerous if not done
carefully. If possible, rip the narrow piece from the
larger piece. If the workpiece is short enough, use
a pushboard. (A pushboard can be constructed as
shown in Fig. S10 and used as shown in Fig. S11.)
Fig. S8
Fig. S9
Fig. S10
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Fig. S11
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NOTE: In Fig. S11, the guard and splitter have been
removed for clarity. Guard and splitter should be
used when ripping.
5. For longer pieces, use one or more pushsticks to
avoid placing your hands between the fence and the
blade. Always use care to avoid binding narrow strips
between the anti-kickback pawls and the splitter.
NOTE: Some special operations (when using the
moulding cutterhead) require the addition of an
auxiliary wood facing to the fence, as explained in
the section “USING AUXILIARY WOOD FACING,”
and use of a push stick.
BEVEL RIPPING
Bevel ripping (as shown in Fig. S12) is the same as
ripping except the bevel angle is set to an angle other
than 0 degrees.
When possible, place the fence on the
right side of the blade so that the blade is tilted away
from the fence and hands. Keep hands clear of the
blade and use a pushstick to feed the workpiece
if there is less than 6” between the fence and the
blade.
Use caution when starting the cut to
prevent binding of the guard against the workpiece.
USING MOULDING CUTTERHEAD
Moulding is cutting a shape on the edge or face of the
work with a special moulding cutterhead.
The moulding head consists of a cutterhead in which can
be mounted various shapes of steel knives, (Fig. S13).
Each of the three knives in a set is fitted into a groove
in the cutterhead and securely clamped with a screw.
The knife grooves should be kept free of sawdust which
would prevent the cutter from seating properly.
Use pushsticks, hold-downs, jigs,
fixtures, or featherboards to help guide and control
the workpiece when the guard cannot be used.
For certain cutting operations (dadoing
and moulding) where the workpiece is not cut
completely through, the blade guard and splitter
assembly cannot be used. Loosen screws at (G) and
(H) Fig. S14. Lift up and remove blade guard and
splitter assembly (W).
W
Fig. S12
Fig. S13
G
H
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NOTE: The outside arbor flange can not be used with the
moulding cutterhead. Tighten the arbor nut against the
cutterhead body. do not lose the outside arbor flange. It
will be needed when reattaching a blade to the arbor.
Always return and fasten the blade guard
and splitter assembly to its proper operating position
for normal thru-sawing operations as shown in Fig.
39.
1. A moulding cutterhead (A) Fig. S15 can be easily
assembled to the saw arbor. Also, the accessory
moulding cutterhead table insert (B) must be
used in place of the standard table insert.
2. When using the moulding cutterhead, add wood-
facing (C) to the face of the rip fence (Fig. S16).
The wood-facing is attached to the fence with wood
screws through holes which must be drilled in the
fence. Stock that is 3/4″ inch thick is suitable for
most work, although an occasional job may require
1 inch facing.
3. Position the wood-facing over the cutterhead with
the cutterhead below the surface of the table. Turn
the saw on and raise the cutterhead. The cutterhead
will cut its own groove in the wood-facing. Fig. S16
shows a typical moulding operation.
Never use moulding cutterhead in a
bevel position.
Never run the stock between the fence
and the moulding cutterhead. irregular shaped wood
will cause kickback.
Always install blade guard after operation
is complete.
Special attention should be given the
grain direction. Make all cuts in the same direction
as the grain whenever possible.
A
B
Fig. S15
C
Fig. S16
USING ACCESSORY DADO HEAD
The blade guard and splitter assembly
cannot be used when dadoing or moulding. it
must be removed as described in “using accessory
moulding cutterhead” section.
Use pushsticks, hold-downs, jigs,
fixtures, or featherboards to help guide and control
the workpiece when the guard cannot be used.
The accessory dado head set table insert
(E) Fig. S20, must be used in place of the standard
table insert.
Fig. S17
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1. Dadoing is cutting a rabbet or wide groove into the
work. Most dado head sets are made up of two
outside saws and four or five inside cutters, (Fig.
S17). Various combinations of saws and cutters are
used to cut grooves from 1/8″ to 13/16″ for use in
shelving, making joints, tenoning, grooving, etc. The
cutters are heavily swaged and must be arranged so
that the teeth do not hit each other during rotation.
The heavy portion of the cutters should fall in the
gullets of the outside saws, as shown in Fig. S18.
The saw and cutter overlap is shown in Fig. S19
(A) being the outside saw, (B) an inside cutter, and
(C) a paper washer or washers, used as needed to
control the exact width of groove. A
1
/4"groove is cut
by using the two outside saws. The teeth of the saws
should be positioned so that the raker on one saw is
beside the cutting teeth on the other saw.
Do not attempt to stack dado blades
thicker than 13/16” (20mm) Do not use dado blades
larger than 8” (200mm) in diameter.
2. Attach the dado head set (D) Fig. S20, to the saw
arbor. NOTE: If the arbor nut does not fully engage the
thread on the arbor, remove the outside arbor flange
and tighten the arbor nut against the dado head set
body. Do not lose the outside arbor flange. It will be
needed when reattaching a blade to the arbor.
3. Fig. S21, shows a typical dado operation using the
miter gauge as a guide.
Always install blade guard and standard
table insert after operation is completed.
Never use the dado head in a bevel
position.
Fig. S18Fig. S19
D
Fig. S20
A
B
C
E
USING AUXILIARY WOOD FACING
It is necessary when performing special operations such
as when using the moulding cutterhead to add wood
facing (A) Fig. S22, to one or both sides of the rip
fence. Depending on the fence, the wood facing is
attached to the fence either with wood screws through
holes drilled in the fence or with two clamps (as shown in
Fig. S22). For most work, 3/4" stock is suitable, although
an occasional job may require one-inch facing.
Fig. S21
A
Fig. S22
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CONSTRUCTING A FEATHERBOARD
Fig. S23, illustrates dimensions for making a typical featherboard. The material which the featherboard is constructed
of, should be a straight piece of wood that is free of knots and cracks. Featherboards are used to keep the work in
contact with the fence and table, as shown in Fig. S24, and help prevent kickbacks. Clamp the featherboards to the
fence and table so that the leading edge of the featherboards will support the workpiece until the cut is completed. An
8" high flat board can be clamped to the rip fence and the featherboard can be clamped to the 8" high board.
Use featherboards for all non “thru-sawing” operations where the guard and splitter assembly
cannot be used. Always replace the guard and splitter assembly when the non thru-sawing operation is
completed. Make sure the Featherboard presses only on the portion of the workpiece in front of the blade.
Fig. S23
Further information on the safe and proper operation
of table saws is available in the Delta “Getting the
Most Out of Your Table Saw” How-To Book, Catalog
No. 11-400. Additional Information on table saw
safety, including a table saw safety video, is available
from the following:
POWER TOOL INSTITUTE
1300 Sumner Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115-2851
www.powertoolinstitute.com
Fig. S24
TROUBLESHOOTING
For assistance with your machine, visit our website at www.deltamachinery.com for a list of service centers or call
the DELTA Machinery help line at 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).
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CONSTRUCTING A PUSH STICK
When ripping work less than 6 inches wide, a push stick should be used to complete the feed and
could easily be made from scrap material by following the pattern shown in Fig. S25.
"
OR 3/4
"
PUSH STICK
MAKE FROM 1/2
WOOD OR THICKNESS
LESS THAN WIDTH OF
MATERIAL TO BE CUT
WOOD
"
NOTCH TO HELP
WOOD
"
PREVENT HAND
FROM SLIPPING
Fig. S25
30
CUT OFF HERE TO
PUSH 1/4
CUT OFF HERE TO
PUSH 1/2
SQUARES
"
1/2
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MAINTENANCE
KEEP MACHINE CLEAN
Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed
air. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp
cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.
Wear certified safety equipment for eye,
hearing and respiratory protection while
using compressed air.
FAILURE TO START
Should your machine fail to start, check to make sure
the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact
in the outlet. Also, check for blown fuses or open circuit
breakers in the line.
LUBRICATION & RUST PROTECTION
Apply household floor paste wax to the machine table
SERVICE
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use only identical replacement parts. For a parts list or to
order parts, visit our website at
com.
You can also order parts from your nearest factoryowned branch, or by calling our Customer Care Center at
1-800-223-7278 to receive personalized support from highlytrained technicians.
SERVICE AND REPAIRS
All quality tools will eventually require servicing and/or
replacement of parts. For information about Delta Machinery,
its factory-owned branches, or an Authorized Warranty
servicenet.deltamachinery.
and extension table or other work surface weekly. Or use
a commercially available protective product designed for
this purpose. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
use and safety.
To clean cast iron tables of rust, you will need the
following materials: a pushblock from a jointer, a sheet
of medium Scotch-Brite™ Blending Hand Pad, a can of
WD-40® and a can of degreaser. Apply the WD-40 and
polish the table surface with the Scotch-Brite pad using
the pushblock as a holddown. Degrease the table, then
apply the protective product as described above.
BLADE RAISING AND BEVELING
If the blade raising and leveling mechanisms become
difficult to operate, clean sawdust from the worm and
sector gears (shown in Fig. 71). Apply a graphite-based
lubricant that will not attract and hold dust.
Service Center, visit our website at www.deltamachinery.com or call our Customer Care Center at 1-800-223-7278.
All repairs made by our service centers are fully guaranteed
against defective material and workmanship. We cannot
guarantee repairs made or attempted by others.
You can also write to us for information at Delta Machinery,
4825 Highway 45 North, Jackson, Tennessee 38305 Attention: Product Service. Be sure to include all of the
information shown on the nameplate of your tool (model
number, type, serial number, etc.)
ACCESSORIES
A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers, and
Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.deltamachinery.com for a catalog or for the name of
your nearest supplier.
Since accessories other than those offered by Delta have not been tested with this product, use
of such accessories could be hazardous. For safest operation, only Delta recommended accessories should be
used with this product.
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WARRANTY
To register your tool for warranty service visit our website at www.deltamachinery.com.
Two Year Limited New Product Warranty
Delta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any new Delta machine, machine part, or machine accessory which in normal
use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to a Delta factory service
center or authorized service station with proof of purchase of the product within two years and provides Delta with reasonable opportunity
to verify the alleged defect by inspection. For all refurbished Delta product, the warranty period is 180 days. Delta may require that electric
motors be returned prepaid to a motor manufacturer’s authorized station for inspection and repair or replacement. Delta will not be responsible
for any asserted defect which has resulted from normal wear, misuse, abuse or repair or alteration made or specifically authorized by anyone
other than an authorized Delta service facility or representative. Under no circumstances will Delta be liable for incidental or consequential
damages resulting from defective products. This warranty is Delta’s sole warranty and sets forth the customer’s exclusive remedy, with respect
to defective products; all other warranties, express or implied, whether of merchantability, fitness for purpose, or otherwise, are expressly
disclaimed by Delta.
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The following are trademarks of PORTER-CABLE • DELTA (Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER-CABLE • DELTA S.A.) (Les marques suivantes sont des
marques de fabriquant de la PORTER-CABLE • DELTA): Auto-Set®, BAMMER®, B.O.S.S.®, Builder’s Saw®, Contractor’s Saw®, Contractor’s Saw II™, Delta®, DELTACRAFT®,
DELTAGRAM™, Delta Series 2000™, DURATRONIC™, Emc²™, FLEX®, Flying Chips™, FRAME SAW®, Grip Vac™, Homecraft®, Jet-Lock®, JETSTREAM®, ‘kickstand®, LASERLOC®, MICRO-SET®, Micro-Set®, MIDI LATHE®, MORTEN™, NETWORK™, OMNIJIG®, POCKET CUTTER®, PORTA-BAND®, PORTA-PLANE®, PORTER-CABLE®&(design),
PORTER-CABLE®PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS, PORTER-CABLE REDEFINING PERFORMANCE™, Posi-Matic®, Q-3®&(design), QUICKSAND®&(design), QUICKSET™,
QUICKSET II®, QUICKSET PLUS™, RIPTIDE™&(design), SAFE GUARD II
SPEED-BLOC®, SPEEDMATIC®, SPEEDTRONIC®, STAIR EASE®, The American Woodshop®&(design), The Lumber Company®&(design), THE PROFESSIONAL EDGE®, THE
PROFESSIONAL SELECT®, THIN-LINE™, TIGER®, TIGER CUB®, TIGER SAW®, TORQBUSTER®, TORQ-BUSTER®, TRU-MATCH™, TWIN-LITE®, UNIGUARD®, Unifence®,
UNIFEEDER™, Unihead®, Uniplane™, Unirip®, Unisaw®, Univise®, Versa-Feeder®, VERSA-PLANE® , WHISPER SERIES®,WOODWORKER’S CHOICE™.
Trademarks noted with ™ and ® are registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and may also be registered in other countries. Las Marcas Registradas con
el signo de ™ y ® son registradas por la Oficina de Registros y Patentes de los Estados Unidos y también pueden estar registradas en otros países. Marques déposées,
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