Draytek SM200L User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PART NO. 491720-00 10-30-05
Copyright © 2005 Delta Machinery
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10" Motorized
Bench Saw
(SM200L)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
SAFETY GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
CARTON CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
SPANISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
FRENCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .back cover
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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.
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in property damage.
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.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
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 (CCA).
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.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear
protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on
the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other
injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away
from face and body.
Wear appropriate hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product
may contribute to hearing loss.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury or property damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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
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.
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.
10.
USE THE GUARDS. Check to see that all guards are
in place, secured, and working correctly to reduce
the risk of 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. Achild or visitor could be injured.
21. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE
MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE before installing
or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing
set-ups, or when making repairs. 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. USE OF THIS TOOL CAN GENERATE
AND 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.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often
and use them to instruct others.
1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is
assembled and installed according to the instructions.
2. OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR,
instructor, or another qualified person if you are not
familiar with the operation of this machine.
3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended
electrical connections.
4. USE THE GUARDS WHENEVER POSSIBLE. Check
to see that they are in place, secured, and working
correctly.
5. 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 spreader for every
possible operation, including all through sawing.
D. pushing the workpiece past the saw blade prior to
release.
E. never ripping a workpiece that is twisted or warped,
or does not have a straight edge to guide along the
fence.
F. using featherboards when the anti-kickback device
cannot be used.
G. never sawing a large workpiece that cannot be
controlled.
H. never using the fence as a guide when
crosscutting.
I. never sawing a workpiece with loose knots or other
flaws.
6. ALWAYS USE GUARDS, SPLITTER, AND
ANTI-KICKBACK FINGERS whenever possible.
7. REMOVE CUT-OFF PIECES AND SCRAPS from the
table before starting the saw. The vibration of the
machine may cause them to move into the saw blade
and be thrown out. After cutting, turn the machine off.
After the blade has come to a complete stop, remove
all debris.
8. NEVER START THE MACHINE with the workpiece
against the blade.
9. NEVER run the workpiece between the fence and a
moulding cutterhead.
10. 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.
11. HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY against the miter
gauge or fence.
12. CUTTING COMPLETELY THROUGH THE WORK-
PIECE IS KNOWN AS “THROUGH-SAWING”.
Ripping and cross-cutting are through-sawing
operations. Cutting with the grain (or down the length of
the workpiece) is ripping. Cutting across the grain (or
across the workpiece) is cross-cutting. Use a fence or
fence system for ripping. DO NOT use a fence or fence
system for cross-cutting. Instead, use a miter gauge.
USE PUSH STICK(S) for ripping a narrow workpiece.
13. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause a hand to
move into the blade.
14. KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the
blade.
15. NEVER have any part of your body in line with the path
of the saw blade.
16. NEVER REACH AROUND or over the saw blade.
17. NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first
turning the machine “OFF”.
18. PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE workpieces.
19. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, assembly or set-up work
on the table/work area when the machine is running.
20. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND DISCONNECT
THE MACHINE
from the power source before installing
or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing
set-ups, or when making repairs.
21. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, disconnect the machine
from the power source, and clean the table/work area
before leaving the machine. LOCK THE SWITCH IN
THE “OFF” POSITION to prevent unauthorized use.
22. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe
and proper operation of 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.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MAY RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND / OR SERIOUS INJURY.
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Fig. A Fig. B
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
PRONGS
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
MEANS
ADAPTER
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.
SHOCK HAZARD. IN ALL CASES, MAKE
CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE
HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE
RECEPTACLE.
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 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.
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.
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 3prong 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.
SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT EXPOSE THE MACHINE TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE MACHINE IN
DAMP LOCATIONS.
POWER CONNECTIONS
Your machine is wired for 120 Volt, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the machine to the power source,
make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SHOCK HAZARD. THIS MACHINE MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE
OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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 COLOR, LABELING OR ACCESSORIES AND ARE INTENDED TO
ILLUSTRATE TECHNIQUE ONLY.
FOREWORD
ShopMaster Model SM200L is a 10" Table Saw designed to give high quality performance with depth of cut capacity up
to 3" (76mm) at 90° and 2" (51mm) at 45° for clean cutting of standard stock sizes. Delta ShopMaster Model TS200LS
includes the saw with a 13 amp 120V motor, a metal stand, rip fence, miter gage, see-through blade guard with splitter
and anti-kickback fingers, a 10” carbide-tipped saw blade, table insert and blade wrenches. The TS200 is the same saw
without the stand.
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. C 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.
Fig. C
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES
Ampere Total Length Gauge of
Rating Volts of Cord in Feet Extension Cord
0-6 120
up to
25 18 AWG
0-6 120 25-50 16 AWG
0-6 120 50-100 16 AWG
0-6 120 100-150 14 AWG
6-10 120
up to
25 18 AWG
6-10 120 25-50 16 AWG
6-10 120 50-100 14 AWG
6-10 120 100-150 12 AWG
10-12 120
up to
25 16 AWG
10-12 120 25-50 16 AWG
10-12 120 50-100 14 AWG
10-12 120 100-150 12 AWG
12-16 120
up to
25 14 AWG
12-16 120 25-50 12 AWG
12-16 120
GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED
MOTORIZED BENCH SAW PARTS
Fig. 1 illustrates the saw removed from the container.
Figs. 2 and Fig. 3 illustrate the loose items packed with
the saw. Fig. 4 illustrates the loose items packed for the
stand.
Fig. 1
CARTON CONTENTS
8
1
8
9
7
10
3
6
2
4
5
Fig. 4
1. Leg (4)
2. 3/8” Flat Washer for Mounting Saw to Stand & for
Assembling Stand (24)
3. Foot (4)
4. M8x1.25 Hex Nut for Mounting Saw to Stand & for
Assembling Stand (20)
5. M8x1.25x40mm Hex Screw for Mounting Saw to
Stand (4)
6. M8x1.25x20mm Carriage Head Bolts for
Assembling Stand (16)
7. 18-1/2” Top Front and Rear Brackets (2)
8. 17” Top Side Brackets (2)
9. 22” Bottom Front and Rear Brackets (2)
10. 20-3/8” Bottom Side Brackets (2)
STAND FOR MODEL
TS200LS ONLY (Fig. 4)
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 2 Parts
1. Rip Fence
2. Splitter and Guard Assembly
3. Lock Handle for Rip Fence
4. Blade Raising and Lowering Handwheel
5. Miter Gage
6. Splitter Support Bracket
7. Splitter Bracket
8. Handle for Blade Raising and Lowering Handwheel
9. Miter Gage Holder
10. Spring Clip for Miter Gage Holder
11. Blade Wrench
Fig. 3 Hardware
1. M6x1x55mm Pan Head Screw (1)
2. 1/4-20x2fi" Hex Head Screw (1)
3. M6x1x20mm Hex Head Screw (1)
4. 1/4-20x1/2" Hex Head Screw (2)
5. M6x1x12mm Flat Head Screw (1)
6. M4x.7x10mm Pan Head Screw (1)
7. M4x.2x10mm Pan Head Screw (4)
8. M8x1.25 Hex Nut (1)
9. M6x1 Wing Nut (1)
10. M4.7 Hex Nut (1)
11. M6.4 Flat Washer (3)
12. 1/4" Internal Tooth Lockwasher (1)
13. 1/4" External Tooth Lockwasher (5)
14. 3/16" Flat Washer (4)
15. 3/16" External Tooth Flat Washer (1)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
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UNPACKING AND CLEANING
Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from all
unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gasoline
or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household floor paste
wax.
ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED
(None supplied)
* Phillips head screw driver
* 13mm wrench for stand bolts
* 10mm wrench for splitter assembly bolts
* Straight edge and/or framing square for adjustments
ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE - 1 hour
THE SAW MUST BE PROPERLY SECURED TO A SUPPORTING SURFACE. ALSO, FAILURE TO
PROVIDE A SAWDUST FALL-THROUGH AND REMOVAL HOLE WILL ALLOW SAWDUST TO BUILD
UP AROUND THE MOTOR, CAUSING A POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD AND/OR MOTOR DAMAGE.
Fig. 4A
ELEVATING AND SUPPORTING SURFACES FOR A SAW WITH NO STAND
A
The saw must be elevated enough for sawdust to fall
through the bottom of the saw and not build up around
the motor.
Position the four mounting holes located on the base of
the saw cabinet (two of which are shown at (A) Fig. 4A)
over whatever proper support you are using. Then
securely fasten the saw to the supports. The saw can be
secured by fastening the stand through the mounting
holes with suitable hardware (not supplied).
THE SAW SUPPORT MUST BE STABLE AND ABLE TO
SUPPORT 300 POUNDS.
You can also construct a simple elevated support, as
shown in Fig. 4B.
USE A GOOD GRADE OF PLYWOOD
WITH A MINIMUM 3/4" THICKNESS.
DO NOT MAKE THE MOUNTING BOARD FROM
PARTICLE BOARD SINCE PARTICLE BOARD
BREAKS EASILY.
A HOLE MUST BE PROVIDED IN THIS
SUPPORT TO ALLOW SAWDUST TO
FALL THROUGH.
Square the saw on the supporting surface and mark the
location for four 5/16 inch holes to be drilled (Fig. 4B).
MAKE SURE THERE IS AT LEAST 3"
ON ALL FOUR SIDES OF THE BASE.
Set the saw aside and then drill holes in these marks.
Locate and mark an 11" or 12" square centered between
the four mounting holes. Cut out and remove the square
(Fig. 4B). To elevate the supporting surface, measure
two 2x4s (A) Fig. 4B to the width of two opposite sides of
the supporting surface. Attach the supporting surface to
the narrow edges of the 2X4s (as shown in Fig. 4B) using
wood screws (not provided) in at least three spots (B)
Fig. 4B on each side.
5/16" PILOT
HOLES
11" OR 12"
SQUARE
CUTOUT
SAW PLACEMENT
MARKS
3" MINIMUM
3" MINIMUM
B
B
A
3" MINIMUM
3" MINIMUM
Fig. 4B
Fasten the saw to the surface by inserting suitable
hardware (not supplied) through the mounting holes on
the saw and into the previously drilled holes. While
using the saw, periodically remove the sawdust buildup
from below the saw.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.
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10
ASSEMBLING STAND
1. Assemble the stand as shown in Fig. 4C, using 16
M8x1.25x20mm carriage head bolts, 3/8" flat washers
and M8x1.25 hex nuts. Align the holes in the stand legs
(F) with the holes in the brackets. Insert the carriage
head bolt through the hole in the leg and the hole in the
bracket, place a flat washer on the carriage head bolt
and thread a hex nut onto the carriage head bolt.
Repeat this process for the 15 remaining holes in the
legs and brackets.
NOTE: Loosely tighten the hardware for further
adjustment.
Letters are on the stand brackets to ease assembly:
A - Top front and rear brackets
B - Top side brackets
C - Bottom side brackets
D - Bottom front and rear brackets
2. Attach the rubber feet (E) Fig. 4C to the bottom of each
leg (F).
NOTE: Each rubber foot is provided with holes for
mounting the stand to the floor surface if required.
Fig. 4C
B
A
C
F
E
D
Fig. 4D
SAW TO STAND
1. Turn saw table face down on a piece of cardboard to
protect the table surface. Place stand upside down
onto saw and align the four holes in the stand with
the mounting holes in the saw.
2. Place a 3/8" flat washer on a M8x1.25x40mm hex
head screw. Insert the hex head screw through the
mounting hole in the saw and the mounting hole in
the stand. Place another 3/8" flat washer on the hex
head screw and thread a M8x1.25 hex nut on the
screw and loosely tighten. Complete this process for
the other three holes.
3. Stand the saw upright, as shown in Fig. 4D (Saw is
shown fully assembled here).
4. Push down on top of the saw so that the legs of the
stand adjust to the surface of the floor. Tighten all
hardware securely.
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Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
ATTACHING BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL
1. Insert an M6x1x55mm pan head screw (D) Fig. 5 through the handle (E). Attach the handle (E) to the handwheel
(A) by threading the screw (D) clockwise into the handwheel.
2. Attach the handwheel (A) Fig. 6 to the shaft (B). Align the flat on the inside of the handwheel to the flat on the shaft.
D
E
A
C
A
A
B
3. Fasten the handwheel (A) Fig. 7 to the shaft using an
M6x1x12mm flat head screw (C)
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.
PROPERLY ALIGN THE BLADE GUARD
AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY WITH THE
SAW BLADE TO PREVENT KICKBACK.
1. Position the blade 90 degrees to the table and lock
in place.
2. Fasten the splitter support bracket (A) Fig. 9 to the
splitter bracket (B) using two 1/4-20x1/2" hex head
screws (C) and two 1/4" external tooth lockwashers
(D).
NOTE: Loosely tighten the screws for further
adjustment.
Fig. 9
A
B
C
D
ATTACHING BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY
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Fig. 14
L
B
H
C
Fig. 10
Fig. 13Fig. 12
Fig. 11
3. Locate the 1/4-20x2fi" hex head screw (G) Fig. 10. Place the 1/4" internal tooth lockwasher (O) M6.4 flat washer (P)
and the 1/4" external tooth lockwasher (R) on the screw (G).
4. Position the recessed end (E) Fig. 11 of the splitter bracket (B) against the end of the pivot rod (F), and fasten using
the assembly in STEP 3.
NOTE: Loosely tighten the hardware for further adjustment.
5. Position the splitter (H) Fig. 13 against the splitter support bracket, making certain the two protrusions (K) on the
splitter support bracket are inside the slot of splitter (H).
R
P
O
G
F
E
G
B
K
H
6. Attach the splitter (H) Fig. 14 to the splitter support
bracket (B). Place a 1/4" external tooth lockwasher
and an M6.4 flat washer on an M6x1x20mm hex
head screw (L).
7. Insert the screw (L) Fig. 14 through the splitter
support bracket (C) and the splitter (H). Place an
M6.4 flat washer and a 1/4" external tooth lock
washer on the screw (L). Thread an M6x1 wing nut
(M) Fig. 15 on the screw (L) Fig. 15.
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Fig. 18
Fig. 15
Fig. 17Fig. 16
NOTE: Before tightening the wing nut (M) Fig. 15,
make certain a gap of at least 1/8" is between the
bottom edge of the splitter (N) and the top surface of
the table (P) and that the protrusions (K) are inside
the slot of the splitter assembly (H).
8. Use a straight edge to see if the splitter (H)
Fig. 16 is aligned with the saw blade (R). If an
adjustment is necessary, the splitter (H) can be
moved left or right and rotated.
9. When the splitter is properly aligned with the saw
blade, tighten the screws (C) and (G) Fig. 17.
MITER GAUGE
The miter gauge is shipped assembled and is supplied
with a T-slot bar (A) Fig. 18 that is inserted into either one
of the two T-slotted miter gauge grooves (B) located in
the table top. The T-slot prevents the miter gauge from
falling when it is extended beyond the front of the table
when cross-cutting extra wide workpieces.
K
M
N
P
H
R
C
G
H
A
B
ATTACHING MITER GAUGE HOLDER
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.
Fig. 19
E
A
B
Fig. 20
G
F
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Fig. 24
Fig. 26Fig. 25
ASSEMBLING RIP FENCE
1. Thread the M8x1.25 hex nut (A) Fig. 24, approximately halfway on the stud of the handle (B).
2. Thread the handle (B) Fig. 24 into the tapped hole (C) in the fence cam (D). Tighten the hex nut (A) Fig. 25 against
the cam (D).
3. The rip fence is usually set up on the right hand side of the saw table. Lift the lock handle (B) Fig. 26 and position
the fence on the table. Push down on the handle (B) Fig. 26 to lock the fence in place.
B
A
D
C
D
B
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
1. Attach the spring clip (E) Fig. 19 to the miter gauge holder (A) using an M4x.7x10mm pan head screw (F), 3/16"
external tooth lockwasher, (B) and M4x.7 hex nut.
NOTE: The hex nut (G) Fig. 20 will fit into the recess at the back of the miter gauge holder (A) Fig. 19 to keep the
spring clip (E) secured to the miter gauge holder.
2. Attach the miter gauge holder (A) Fig. 21 to the left side of the saw cabinet using the four M4x.2x10mm screws (B)
Fig. 22, and 3/16" flat washers (C) from inside of the saw cabinet.
3. Fig. 23 illustrates the miter gauge (D) inserted into the holder.
A
B
C
D
A
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BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the height of the saw blade, turn the handwheel
(A) Fig. 29. Turning the handwheel clockwise lowers the
blade and turning the handwheel counter-clockwise
raises the blade.
Fig. 29
A
OVERLOAD PROTECTION
Your saw is equipped with a reset button (C) Fig. 28. If the motor stops or fails to start due to over-loading (cutting stock
too fast, using a dull blade, using the saw beyond its capacity, etc.) or low voltage, turn the switch to the “OFF” position.
Let the motor cool three to five minutes. Push the reset button (C) to reset the overload device. The motor can then be
started again in the usual manner.
Fig. 28
Fig. 27
A
B
C
OPERATION
STARTING AND STOPPING SAW
The on/off switch (A) Fig. 27 is located on the front of the saw cabinet. To turn the saw “ON”, move the switch (A) up
to the “ON” position. To turn the saw “OFF”, move the switch (A) down to the “OFF” position.
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.
LOCKING SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION
IMPORTANT: When the tool is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent
unauthorized use. To lock the tool, grasp the switch toggle (B) and pull it out of the switch (Fig. 28). With the switch
toggle (B) removed, the switch will not operate. However, should the switch toggle be removed while the saw is running,
the machine can be turned “OFF,” but cannot be restarted without re-inserting the switch toggle (B).
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
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Fig. 30
A
B
BLADE TILT ADJUSTMENT
To tilt the saw blade, loosen the lock handle (A)
Fig. 30 and move the handwheel (B) until the blade is at
the desired angle. Tighten the lock handle (A).
NOTE: The lock handle (A) is spring-loaded. Pull out on
the handle (A) and reposition it on the serrated stud
located underneath the handle.
THE BLADE TILTING LOCK HANDLE
(A) MUST BE LOCKED DURING ALL
CUTTING OPERATIONS.
TO ADJUST POSITIVE STOP AT 90 DEGREES
1. Raise the saw blade to its maximum height.
2. Loosen the blade tilting lock handle (A) Fig. 30, move
the blade tilting mechanism (B) as far as possible to
the left, and tighten the blade tilting lock handle (A).
3. Place a square (A) Fig. 31 on the table with one end
of the square against the blade, and check to see if
the blade is 90 degrees to the table. If not, loosen the
screw (B) Fig. 31 a few turns and move the blade
tilting mechanism until the blade is 90 degrees to the
table. Tighten the blade tilting lock handle (A) Fig. 30,
and tighten the screw (B) Fig. 31 until it stops.
Fig. 31
B
A
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.
90 AND 45 DEGREE POSITIVE STOP ADJUSTMENTS
Your saw is equipped with positive stops for rapid and accurate positioning of the saw blade at 90 and 45 degrees to
the table.
Fig. 32
C
A
TO ADJUST POSITIVE STOP AT 45 DEGREES
1. Raise the saw blade to its maximum height.
2. Loosen the blade tilting lock handle (A) Fig. 31, move
the blade tilting mechanism (B) as far as possible to
the right, and tighten the blade tilting lock handle (A).
3. Place a square (A) Fig. 32 on the table with one end
of the square against the blade, and see if the blade
is 45 degrees to the table. If not, loosen the screw
(C) Fig. 32 a few turns and move the blade tilting
mechanism (B) Fig. 30, until the blade is 45 degrees
to the table. Tighten the blade tilting lock handle (A)
Fig. 30, and tighten the screw (C) Fig. 32 until it
stops.
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RIP FENCE OPERATION
AND ADJUSTMENTS
1. To move the rip fence (A) Fig. 33 along the table, lift
up the fence locking lever (B), slide the fence to the
desired location on the table, and push down the
fence locking lever (B).
2. The pointer indicates the distance from the fence to
the saw blade. If an adjustment is required, loosen
the screw (C) Fig. 37 and adjust.
IMPORTANT: The rip fence must be properly aligned
to the miter gauge slot to prevent kickback when
ripping.
3. The saw blade is set parallel to the miter gauge slot
at the factory. The fence must be parallel to the miter
gauge slot to do accurate work and to prevent
kickback when ripping. To check the alignment:
4. Position the fence next to the miter gauge slot (Fig.
33). Clamp the fence to the table by pushing the
locking lever (B) down . The edge of the fence should
be parallel to the miter gauge slot.
Fig. 33
TABLE INSERT ADJUSTMENT
1. Make sure that the table insert (A) Fig. 33A, is flush
with, or slightly below, the surface of the table (B).
2. If the table insert is above the surface of the table,
tighten the two table insert screws (C) Fig. 33A to
lower the insert.
Fig. 33A
A
B
C
A
D
E
F
B
C
5. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the two
screws (D) Fig. 33, and lift the locking lever (B).
While holding the fence bracket (F) firmly toward
the front of the saw, move the rear of the fence (A)
until it is parallel with the miter gage slot. Tighten
two screws (D) and push locking lever down (B).
6. Adjust the clamping action of the fence (A) Fig. 33
by lifting the locking lever (B) and turning the screw
(E) clockwise to increase, or counterclockwise to
decrease the clamping action of the fence.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.
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MITER GAUGE OPERATION
AND ADJUSTMENTS
For cross-cutting (blade set 90 degrees to the table), the
miter gauge can be used in either table slot. For bevel
cross-cutting (with the blade tilted), use the miter gauge
in the right table slot only so that the blade will be tilted
away from the miter gauge and your hands.
To operate the miter gauge, loosen the lock knob (E)
Fig. 34, and rotate the miter gauge to the desired angle.
Fig. 34
E
ADJUSTING BLADE PARALLEL TO MITER GAUGE SLOTS
The blade was adjusted parallel to the miter gauge slots at the factory. In order to ensure accurate cuts and help prevent
kickback, check this adjustment.
To adjust:
1. Raise the blade to its highest position and adjust the blade so that it is 90 degrees to the table.
2. Select a tooth on the saw blade that is set to the left. Mark this tooth with a pencil or marker.
3. Use a combination square (A) Fig. 35 against the miter gauge slot and adjust the blade (B) of the square until it
touches the marked tooth.
4. Rotate the blade and check the same marked blade tooth at the rear of the saw table (Fig. 36).
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.
Fig. 35
Fig. 36
B
A
Fig. 37
C
D
5. If the front and back measurements (Figs. 35 and 36)
are not identical, you can adjust the blade. Start by
loosening the nuts below the four screws (C) Fig. 37
on the table. Then loosen the screws (C). Carefully
move the saw blade until the blade is parallel to the
miter gauge slot. When done, tighten four nuts under
the table and the four screws (C) Fig. 37 securely.
NOTE: If sufficient adjustment cannot be achieved by
loosening the screws (C) Fig. 37, loosen the screw (D)
Fig. 37 necessary to make the adjustment.
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Fig. 38
1. NOTE: One 7/8" wrench is supplied with the saw for
changing the saw blade.
2. Remove table insert (A) Fig. 38, and raise saw blade
(F) to its maximum height.
3. To remove blade, place the wrench (D) on the flats of
the arbor nut (C) to keep the arbor from turning. Place a
piece of wood (B) flat on the table against the blade so
that a tooth of the blade can “grab” the wood to keep
the blade from turning. Use wrench to turn the arbor nut
toward the front of the saw. Remove arbor nut, blade
flange (E), and saw blade.
4. Assemble the new blade, making certain the teeth
point down at the front of the saw table, and assemble
outside blade flange and arbor nut. Using the piece of
wood (B) to keep the blade from turning, tighten arbor
nut by turning wrench (D) toward the rear of the saw.
5. Replace table insert.
F
C
E
D
B
A
CHANGING THE BLADE
DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE. USE ONLY 10" DIAMETER SAW BLADES
RATED FOR 4700 RPM OR HIGHER. USE ONLY SAW BLADES WITH 5/8" ARBOR HOLES.
CROSS-CUTTING
Cross-cutting requires the use of the miter gage to
position and guide the work. Place the work against the
miter gage and advance both the gage and work toward
the saw blade, as shown in Fig. 39. The miter gage may
be used in either table slot. When bevel cutting (blade
tilted), use the table groove that does not cause
interference of your hand or miter gage with the saw
blade guard.
Start the cut slowly and hold the work firmly against the
miter gage and the table.
ONE OF THE RULES IN RUNNING A
SAW IS THAT YOU NEVER HANG
ONTO OR TOUCH THE PART OF THE WORKPIECE
THAT WILL BE CUT OFF.
Hold the supported piece, not the free piece that is cut
off. The feed in cross-cutting continues until the work is
cut in two, and the miter gage and work are pulled back
to the starting point. Before pulling the work back, it is
good practice to give the work a little sideways shift to
move the work slightly away from the saw blade. Never
pick up any short length of free work from the table while
the saw is running. Never
touch a cut-off piece unless it
is at least a foot long.
Common sawing operations include ripping and crosscutting 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 as far as safety precautions are concerned, 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.
THE USE OF ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES NOT RECOMMENDED BY DELTA MAY RESULT
IN THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE USER OR OTHERS.
Fig. 39
MACHINE USE
For added safety and convenience the miter gage (A)
can be fitted with an auxiliary wood-facing (B), as shown
in Fig. 39A, 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 gage slot is being used. This auxiliary wood-facing
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Fig. 39A
A
C
B
Fig. 39B
B
(B) can be fastened to the front of the miter gage by
using two wood screws (C) through the holes provided in
the miter gage body and into the wood-facing.
NEVER USE THE FENCE AS A CUT-OFF
GAGE WHEN CROSS-CUTTING.
When cross-cutting a number of pieces to the same length, a
block of wood (B) Fig. 39B can be clamped to the fence and
used as a cut-off gage as shown in Fig. 39B. 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, secure the
fence and use the miter gage to feed the work into the cut. This
block of wood allows the cut-off piece to move freely along the
table surface without binding between the fence and the saw
blade, thereby lessening the possibility of kickback and injury to
the operator.
WHEN USING THE BLOCK (B) FIG. 39B,
AS A CUT-OFF GAGE, IT IS VERY
IMPORTANT THAT THE REAR END OF THE BLOCK BE
POSITIONED SO THE WORK PIECE IS CLEAR OF THE
BLOCK BEFORE IT CONTACTS THE BLADE.
Ripping is cutting lengthwise through a board. The rip
fence (A) Fig. 40 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. Since the
work is pushed along the fence, it must have a straight
edge and make solid contact with the table.
THE SAW BLADE GUARD MUST BE
USED. ON DELTA SAWS, THE GUARD
HAS ANTI-KICKBACK FINGERS 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 RIP FENCE SHOULD ALWAYS BE
USED FOR RIPPING OPERATIONS.
NEVER
PERFORM A RIPPING OPERATION FREE-
HAND.
RIPPING
1. 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. 40). The
work should then be fed through the saw blade with
the right hand. Only use the left hand to guide the
workpiece. Do not feed the workpiece with the left
hand. After the work is beyond the saw blade and antikickback fingers, remove hands from the work.
2. When this is done the work will either stay on the
table, tilt up slightly and be caught by the end of the
rear guard, or slide off the table to the floor.
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. The cut-off stock
remains on the table and is not touched until the saw
blade has stopped, unless it is a large piece allowing
safe removal. When ripping boards longer than three
Fig. 40
A
Fig. 41
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Fig. 42
Fig. 43
THE MAXIMUM WIDTH DADO CUT FOR
THIS SAW IS 1/2 INCH.
THE BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER
ASSEMBLY CANNOT BE USED WHEN
DADOING. IT MUST BE REMOVED OR SWUNG TO
THE REAR OF THE SAW.
Before dadoing, loosen wing nut (A) Fig. 44 and take off
the blade guard and splitter assembly (B). Keep
assembly handy to replace it after dadoing.
AUXILIARY JIGS, FIXTURES, PUSH
STICKS AND FEATHER BOARDS
SHOULD BE USED.
ACCESSORY DADO CUTTERHEAD
feet, use a work support at the rear of the saw to
keep the workpiece from falling off the saw table.
3. If the ripped work is less than 6 inches wide, a push
stick should always be used to complete the feed, as
shown in Fig. 41. 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.
WHEN THE PIECE IS TOO NARROW
FOR A PUSH STICK TO BE EFFECTIVE
- AND IF THE WORKPIECE IS SHORT ENOUGH - USE
A PUSHBOARD. WHEN RIPPING MATERIAL UNDER
2 INCHES IN WIDTH, ORDINARY PUSH STICKS MAY
INTERFERE WITH THE BLADE GUARD.
When using a pushboard, the width of the pushboard
must be added to the width of the rip fence position
setting. A flat pushboard can be constructed as shown in
Fig. 43 and should be used as shown in Fig. 42. NOTE:
GUARD REMOVED FOR CLARITY. ALWAYS USE THE
GUARD.
NOTE: Some special operations require the addition of
an auxiliary wood facing to the fence, as explained in the
section “USING AUXILIARY WOOD FACING ON THE
RIP FENCE” and use of a push stick.
Fig. 43A
USING AUXILIARY WOOD FACING
ON RIP FENCE
When performing special cutting operations – and that
operation may cause the cutting implement to contact the
fence – it is necessary to add a wood facing (A) Fig. 43A,
to one side of the rip fence as shown. The wood facing is
attached to the fence with wood screws through holes
drilled in the fence. 3/4-inch stock is suitable for most
work, although an occasional job may require one-inch
facing.
Fig. 44
A
B
A
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Fig. 47
Fig. 48
Fig. 45 Fig. 46
Fig. 44A
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. 44A). 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 this heavy portion falls in
the gullets of the outside saws, as shown in Fig. 45. The
saw and cutter overlap is shown in Fig. 46, (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.
2. Attach the dado head set (D) Fig. 47, to the saw arbor.
NOTE: THE OUTSIDE ARBOR FLANGE CAN NOT BE
USED WITH THE DADO HEAD SET, 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.
THE ACCESSORY DADO HEAD SET
TABLE INSERT (E) FIG. 47, MUST BE
USED IN PLACE OF THE STANDARD TABLE INSERT.
THE BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER
ASSEMBLY CANNOT BE USED WHEN
DADOING AND MUST BE REMOVED OR SWUNG TO
THE REAR OF THE SAW. AUXILIARY JIGS, FIXTURES,
PUSH STICKS AND FEATHER BOARDS SHOULD
ALSO BE USED.
3. Fig. 48, shows a typical dado operation using the miter
gage as a guide.
NEVER USE THE DADO HEAD IN A
BEVEL POSITION.
ALWAYS INSTALL BLADE GUARD
AFTER OPERATION IS COMPLETED.
A
B
C
D
E
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PUSH STICK
MAKE FROM 1/2" OR 3/4"
WOOD OR THICKNESS
LESS THAN WIDTH OF
MATERIAL TO BE CUT
CUT OFF HERE TO
PUSH 1/4" WOOD
CUT OFF HERE TO
PUSH 1/2" WOOD
NOTCH TO HELP
PREVENT HAND
FROM SLIPPING
1/2" SQUARES
CONSTRUCTING A PUSH STICK
When ripping work less than 4 inches wide, a push stick should be used to complete the feed and could be easily made
from scrap material by following the pattern shown in Fig. 48B.
Fig. 48B
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Fig. 49
Fig. 50
Kerf should be about 1/4" apart.
Further information on the safe and proper
operation of table saws is available in the Delta
“Getting the Most Out of Your Table Saw” HowTo 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. 49, 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. 50, 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
must be removed. Always replace the guard and splitter assembly when the non thru-sawing operation is
completed.
CONSTRUCTING A FEATHERBOARD
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