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Contact Info
Manual Accuracy
Identification
Controls & Components
Glossary Of Terms
Sliding Table Saw Capacities
Machine Data Sheet
SECTION 1: SAFETY
Safety Instructions for Machinery
Additional Safety for Sliding Table Saws
Preventing Kickback
Protecting Yourself From Kickback
SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY
440V Conversion
SECTION 3: SETUP
Needed for Setup
Unpacking
Hardware Recognition Chart
Inventory
Cleanup
Site Considerations
Lifting & Placing Saw
Assembly
Dust Collection
Power Connection
Test Run
Recommended Adjustments
Troubleshooting
Belt Service
Calibrating Blade Tilt
Riving Knife Mounting Block
Sliding Table Parallel Adjustment
Squaring Crosscut Fence to Blade
Calibrating Rip Fence
SECTION 9: WIRING
Wiring Safety Instructions
Scoring Motor Wiring
Main Motor Wiring
Motor Wiring Diagram
System Wiring Diagram
Electrical Panel Circuit Board Wiring
Diagram
Electrical Components
Like all machinery there is potential danger
when operating this machine. Accidents are
frequently caused by lack of familiarity or
failure to pay attention. Use this machine
with respect and caution to decrease the
risk of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious
personal injury may occur.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete.
Every shop environment is different. Always
consider safety first, as it applies to your
individual working conditions. Use this and
other machinery with caution and respect.
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment, or poor
work results.
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For Your Own Safety Read Instruction
Manual Before Operating Saw
a) Wear eye protection.
every operation for which it can be used,
including all through sawing.
c) Keep hands out of the line of saw blade.
d) Use a push-stick when required.
on reducing risk of kickback.
f) Do not perform any operation freehand.
g) Never reach around or over saw blade.
Manufacture Date
Serial Number
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
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Identification
Become familiar with the names and locations of controls and features shown below to better understand
the instructions in this manual.
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B
A
Main Blade Not Included
A. Crosscut Table. Provides a wide, stable
platform for supporting full-size panels during
crosscutting operations.
B. Flip Stops. Used for quick, precise measure-
ments for repeatable cuts with crosscut fence.
C. Crosscut Fence. Used during crosscutting
operations to keep panels at desired angle to
blade.
D. Sliding Table. Ball-bearing rollers make it
quicker and easier to guide large, heavy panels through the cut.
E. Blade Guard. Enclosed, adjustable blade
guard maintains maximum protection around
saw blade with a 4" dust port that effectively
extracts dust from cutting operation.
F. Overhead Control Panel (Upper): Keypad
and DRO for operating motorized rip fence.
D
E
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H. Rip Fence. Programmable, CNC-controlled
for precision cuts.
I. Hold-Down. Quickly clamps one end of
workpiece to sliding table.
J. Edge Shoe. Used with hold-down, keeps
other end of workpiece secured to sliding table.
K. Sliding Table Lock Lever. Locks sliding
table in stationary position. Move up to lock;
move down to release.
L. Push Handle. Used to move sliding table
during operation.
M. Miter Fence. Allows precise miter cuts from
30° left to 30° right.
N. Blade Control Panel. Features push-button
controls for starting/stopping main blade and
scoring blade; includes E-stop button.
F
G
H
I
J
LK
G. Overhead Control Panel (Lower): Controls
for adjusting blade height and tilt; includes
blade tilt DRO.
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Controls &
To reduce your risk of
serious injury, read this
entire manual BEFORE
Components
Rear Controls
H
using machine.
Refer to Figures 1–7 and the following descriptions to become familiar with the basic controls
and components of this machine. Understanding
these items and how they work will help you
understand the rest of the manual and stay safe
when operating this saw.
Front Controls
B
A
Figure 1. Front controls.
CD
F
E
Figure 2. Rear controls.
E. Master Power Switch. Enables power flow
to machine.
F. Scoring Blade Elevation Knob. Raises and
lowers scoring blade to change kerf thickness. The knurled wheel behind the knob
secures setting to prevent blade from moving
during operation.
G. Scoring Blade Alignment Knob. Adjusts
alignment of scoring blade to main blade. The
knurled wheel behind the knob secures the
setting to prevent blade from moving during
operation.
H. Emergency Stop Button. Turns both motors
OFF. Twist clockwise until it pops out to reset.
G
A. Main Blade ON Button. Starts main blade.
B. Main Blade OFF Button. Turns both motors
OFF.
C. Scoring Blade ON Button. Starts scoring
blade.
D. Emergency Stop Button. Turns both motors
OFF and disables control panel. Twist clockwise until it pops out to reset.
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Rip Fence
I
N. Lock Knob. Secures position of miter fence
on sliding table.
Hold-Down. Quickly clamps workpiece to
O.
sliding table.
J
K
Figure 3. Rip fence controls.
I. Rip Fence Face. Can be positioned for stan-
dard cutting operations or in lower position for
blade guard clearance during narrow ripping
operations.
J. Slide Lock Handle. Secures aluminum fence
face on its forward/backward slide track to
support workpiece.
K. Rip Fence Release Button. Releases fence
base from leadscrew so fence can be repositioned manually.
Miter Fence
P. Miter Gauge. Helps measure angle of cut
during miter operations.
Saw Blades
Q
R
S
Figure 5. Saw blades.
Q. Riving Knife. Maintains kerf opening during
cutting operations. This function is crucial to
preventing kickback caused by the kerf closing behind the blade.
R. Main Blade. Performs cutting operation.
N
L
M
P
Figure 4. Miter fence controls.
L. Flip Stop. Used for quick, precise measure-
ments for repeatable cuts when using miter
fence.
M. Miter Fence Scale. Helps measure length of
cut during miter operations.
O
S. Scoring Blade. Rotates in opposite direction
of main blade and pre-cuts the surface of the
workpiece before actual cutting operation
is performed to reduce tearout or chipping.
Scoring blade is adjustable for kerf thickness
and alignment with main blade.
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Overhead Control Panel (Upper)
T
Figure 6. Overhead control panel functions (upper).
T. Digital Display Screen. Displays information
about rip fence positions and operations.
U. F1 Key. Press to return to main screen.
V. Tool-Box Key. Press to record width and
diameter of main blade in database.
W. CAL Key. Press to calibrate distance between
rip fence and main blade.
Math Function Keys. Use to perform math-
X.
ematical functions on measurement currently
shown in digital display.
Numeric Keypad. Use to enter measure-
Y.
ments in digital display.
CE Key. Clears typed entries in digital display.
Z.
M– Key. Decreases distance between blade
AA.
and rip fence in increments of 0.01" (0.1mm).
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AJ
AI
AH
AG
AF
AC.
STOP Key. Stops rip fence operation in
progress.
START Key. Press to begin rip fence opera-
AD.
tion. Key will remain illuminated until operation is complete.
PROG Key. Press to record rip fence settings.
AE.
AF. F2–F5 Keys. Perform a variety of second-
ary functions when used in combination with
other function keys.
Dimension Repeat Key. Press to access
AG.
and repeat last two positions of the rip fence.
AH. Incremental Dimension Key. Press to enter
measurements for making repeat cuts.
Grooves/Concealed Cuts Function Key.
AI.
Press to enter rip fence measurements for
performing non-through cuts.
W
ADABAA
ACAE
Z
M+ Key. Increases distance between blade
AB.
and rip fence in increments of 0.01" (0.1mm).
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
AJ. mm/inch Selection Key. Press once to
toggle between inch and metric units.
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Overhead Control Panel (Lower)
AK
ANAM
AL
Figure 7. Overhead control panel functions (lower).
AK. Blade Tilt Readout. Displays current angle
of saw blades.
AL. Digital Readout Reset Key. Press and hold
for three seconds to reset readout to zero.
Main Blade ON Button. Enables power to
AM.
main blade.
Main Blade OFF Button. Stops main blade
AN.
and scoring blade.
AO
APAQARAS
A P. Scoring Blade ON Button. Enables power
to scoring blade.
Note: Main blade must be ON for scoring
blade to start.
AQ. Blade Up & Down Switch. Increases or
decreases height of main blade.
AR. Blade Tilt Micro-Adjust Button. Increases
angle of saw blades in increments of 0.1°.
Emergency Stop Button. Stops both motors
AO.
and disables control panel. To reset, twist
clockwise until button pops out.
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AS. Blade Tilt Switch. Increases or decreases
angle of saw blades anywhere between
0°–45°.
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Glossary Of Terms
The following is a list of common definitions, terms and phrases used throughout this manual as they relate
to this sliding table saw and woodworking in general. Become familiar with these terms for assembling,
adjusting or operating this machine. Your safety is VERY important to us at Grizzly!
Arbor: Metal shaft extending from the drive
mechanism, to which saw blade is mounted.
Bevel Edge Cut: Tilting the arbor and saw blade
to an angle between 0° and 45° to cut a beveled edge onto a workpiece.
Blade Guard: Metal or plastic safety device that
mounts over the saw blade. Its function is to
prevent the operator from coming into contact
with the saw blade.
Crosscut: Cutting operation in which the crosscut
fence is used to cut across the grain, or across
the shortest width of the workpiece.
Dado Blade: Blade or set of blades that are used
to cut grooves and rabbets.
Dado Cut: Cutting operation that cuts a flat bot-
tomed groove into the face of the workpiece.
Featherboard: Safety device used to keep the
workpiece against the rip fence and against the
table surface.
Non-Through Cut: A sawing operation in which
the workpiece is not completely sawn through.
Dado and rabbet cuts are considered NonThrough Cuts because the blade does not
protrude above the top face of the wood stock.
Parallel: When two objects are spaced an equal
distance apart at every point along two given
lines or planes (i.e., the rip fence face is parallel
to the face of the saw blade).
Perpendicular: Lines or planes that intersect and
form right angles. I.e. the blade is perpendicular
to the table surface.
Push Stick: Safety device used to push the
workpiece through a cutting operation. Used
most often when rip cutting thin workpieces.
Rabbet: Cutting operation that creates an L- shaped
channel along the edge of the workpiece.
Rip Cut: Cutting operation in which the rip fence
is used to cut with the grain, or cut across the
widest width of the workpiece.
Kerf: The resulting cut or gap in the workpiece
from the saw blade passing through it while
cutting.
Kickback: A dangerous event that happens if
the blade catches on the workpieces while
cutting. The force of the blade then throws the
workpiece back toward the operator with what
sounds like a horrible explosion. The danger
comes from flying stock striking the operator or
bystanders. The operator’s hands may also be
pulled into the blade during the kickback. Refer
to Preventing Kickback on Page17 for additional information.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Riving Knife: Metal plate located behind the
blade maintains the kerf opening in the wood
when cutting, and helps reduce the risk of injury from a kickback that otherwise would result
in amputation.
Straightedge: A tool with a perfectly straight
edge used to check the flatness, parallelism, or
consistency of a surface(s).
Through Cut: A sawing operation in which the
workpiece is completely sawn through.
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SLIDING TABLE
SAW CAPACITIES
Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901
MODEL G0853 14" SLIDING TABLE SAW
134"
126"
Ripping Width
45"
Miter Cut 90º
(push cut)
Miter Cut 45º
134"
76"
134"
51"
111"
Crosscut
134"
Miter Cut 45º
(push cut)
Crosscut
(fence not extended)
62"
121"
713/4"
713/4"
Miter Cut 45º
(push cut, fence not extended)
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713/4"
62"
1063/4"
Miter Cut 45º
(fence not extended)
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
MACHINE DATA
SHEET
Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901
Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height....................................................................... 133 x 147 x 66 in.
Footprint (Length x Width)............................................................................................................................ 75 x 37 in.
Space Required for Full Range of Movement (Width x Depth)................................................................ 271 x 205 in.
Length x Width x Height............................................................................................................. 83 x 46 x 45 in.
Must Ship Upright......................................................................................................................................... Yes
Length x Width x Height........................................................................................................... 137 x 20 x 15 in.
Must Ship Upright......................................................................................................................................... Yes
Length x Width x Height............................................................................................................. 73 x 13 x 15 in.
Must Ship Upright......................................................................................................................................... Yes
Power Requirement..................................................................................................... 220V or 440V, 3-Phase, 60 Hz
Full-Load Current Rating............................................................................................... 29.2A at 220V, 14.6A at 440V
Minimum Circuit Size.......................................................................................................... 40A at 220V, 20A at 440V
Connection Type........................................................................................... Permanent (Hardwire to Shutoff Switch)
Switch Type............................................................................................ Control Panel w/Magnetic Switch Protection
Motors:
Main Blade
Horsepower.............................................................................................................................................. 10 HP
Power Transfer ............................................................................................................................................ Belt
Horsepower................................................................................................................................................ 1 HP
Power Transfer ............................................................................................................................................ Belt
Main Blade Size......................................................................................................................................... 14 in.
Riving Knife/Spreader Thickness.......................................................................................................... 0.098 in.
Required Blade Body Thickness........................................................................................................... 0.108 in.
Required Blade Kerf Thickness............................................................................................................ 0.118 in.
Main Blade Arbor Size................................................................................................................................. 1 in.
Scoring Blade Size................................................................................................................ 120 mm (4-3/4 in.)
Scoring Blade Arbor Size........................................................................................................................ 20 mm
Main Blade Tilt.................................................................................................................................. 0 – 45 deg.
Main Blade Speed......................................................................................................... 3000, 4000, 5000 RPM
Max Depth of Cut At 90 Deg........................................................................................................................ 4 in.
Max Depth of Cut At 45 Deg.................................................................................................................. 2-3/4 in.
Max Dist From Blade To Column............................................................................................................... 60 in.
Rip Fence Max Cut Width.......................................................................................................................... 51 in.
Sliding Table w/Crosscut Fence Max Cut Width...................................................................................... 134 in.
Sliding Table w/Crosscut Fence Max Cut Length.................................................................................... 121 in.
Miter Fence Max Cut Width at 45 Deg..................................................................................................... 111 in.
Table Information
Floor To Table Height.......................................................................................................................... 34-3/4 in.
Table Size Length................................................................................................................................ 35-1/4 in.
Table Size Width................................................................................................................................. 21-1/2 in.
Table Size Thickness............................................................................................................................ 2-3/8 in.
Table Size With Ext Wings Length............................................................................................................ 68 in.
Table Size With Ext Wings Width.............................................................................................................. 59 in.
Table Size With Ext Wings Thickness................................................................................................... 2-3/8 in.
Sliding Table Length................................................................................................................................ 126 in.
Sliding Table Width.............................................................................................................................. 15-5/8 in.
Sliding Table Thickness......................................................................................................................... 8-3/8 in.
Sliding Table T-Slot Top Width................................................................................................................. 5/8 in.
Sliding Table T-Slot Height..................................................................................................................... 9/16 in.
Sliding Table T-Slot Bottom Width....................................................................................................... 1-3/16 in.
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Fence Information
Crosscut Fence Type........................................................................... Extruded Aluminum w/Telescoping End
Crosscut Fence Size Length............................................................................................................... 75-7/8 in.
Crosscut Fence Size Max Extended Length............................................................................................ 126 in.
Crosscut Fence Size Width................................................................................................................. 3-3/16 in.
Crosscut Fence Size Height.................................................................................................................. 2-7/8 in.
Crosscut Fence Number of Stops.................................................................................................................... 2
Miter Fence Size Length.................................................................................................................... 35-7/16 in.
Miter Fence Size Width......................................................................................................................... 2-3/8 in.
Miter Fence Size Height........................................................................................................................ 2-3/8 in.
Miter Fence Number of Stops........................................................................................................................... 1
Construction Materials
Table.................................................................................................................................................... Cast Iron
No of Dust Ports............................................................................................................................................... 2
Dust Port Size....................................................................................................................................... 4 & 5 in.
Other Specifications:
Country of Origin .............................................................................................................................................. Taiwan
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 Year
Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ............................................................................................................. 5 Hours
Serial Number Location ................................................................................................. ID Label on Front of Machine
ISO 9001 Factory .................................................................................................................................................. Yes
Features:
Digital Controls for Blade Height and Tilt, and Rip Fence Adjustment
Cross-Slide Table with Eccentric Locking Clamp and Hard Chrome-Plated Slideway
Easily Adjustable Blade Guard with Built-In Dust Hood
Miter Fence Adjustable 30 Degrees Left and 30 Degrees Right
Scoring Blade Virtually Eliminates Tear-Out
Sliding Table on Vertical Guide System with Precision Bearing Rollers
Accepts 12" and 14" Blades
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
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SECTION 1: SAFETY
For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction
Manual Before Operating This Machine
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions.
This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that
safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper
accident prevention measures. Always use common sense and good judgment.
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. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
Alerts the user to useful information about proper operation of the
NOTICE
machine to avoid machine damage.
Safety Instructions for Machinery
OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this
owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.
TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY. Untrained operators have a higher risk of being hurt or killed.
Only allow trained/supervised people to use this
machine. When machine is not being used, disconnect power, remove switch keys, or lock-out
machine to prevent unauthorized use—especially
around children. Make your workshop kid proof!
DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use
machinery in areas that are wet, cluttered, or have
poor lighting. Operating machinery in these areas
greatly increases the risk of accidents and injury.
MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED. Full mental
alertness is required for safe operation of machinery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or
alcohol, when tired, or when distracted.
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS.
You can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching
live electrical components or improperly grounded
machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow qualified
service personnel to do electrical installation or
repair work, and always disconnect power before
accessing or exposing electrical equipment.
DISCONNECT POWER FIRST.
nect machine from power supply BEFORE making adjustments, changing tooling, or servicing
machine. This prevents an injury risk from unintended startup or contact with live electrical components.
EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI-approved
safety glasses or a face shield when operating
or observing machinery to reduce the risk of eye
injury or blindness from flying particles. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses.
Always discon-
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may damage the wires inside. Do not handle
WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry that
can become entangled in moving parts. Always tie
back or cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to
reduce risk of slipping and losing control or accidentally contacting cutting tool or moving parts.
HAZARDOUS DUST. Dust created by machinery
operations may cause cancer, birth defects, or
long-term respiratory damage. Be aware of dust
hazards associated with each workpiece material. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to
reduce your risk.
HEARING PROTECTION. Always wear hearing protection when operating or observing loud
machinery. Extended exposure to this noise without hearing protection can cause permanent
hearing loss.
REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. Tools left on
machinery can become dangerous projectiles
upon startup. Never leave chuck keys, wrenches,
or any other tools on machine. Always verify
removal before starting!
USE CORRECT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Only use
this tool for its intended purpose—do not force
it or an attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed. Never make unapproved modifications—modifying tool or using it differently than
intended may result in malfunction or mechanical
failure that can lead to personal injury or death!
AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times when operating machine.
Do not overreach! Avoid awkward hand positions
that make workpiece control difficult or increase
the risk of accidental injury.
CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keep children and
bystanders at a safe distance from the work area.
Stop using machine if they become a distraction.
GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers reduce
accidental contact with moving parts or flying
debris. Make sure they are properly installed,
undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE
operating machine.
FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine.
It will do the job safer and better at the rate for
which it was designed.
NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury
may occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting
tool is unintentionally contacted.
STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement during operation greatly increases risk of injury or
loss of control. Before starting, verify machine is
stable and mobile base (if used) is locked.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult
this owner’s manual or the manufacturer for rec-
ommended accessories. Using improper accessories will increase the risk of serious injury.
UNATTENDED OPERATION. To reduce the
risk of accidental injury, turn machine OFF and
ensure all moving parts completely stop before
walking away. Never leave machine running
while unattended.
MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Follow all maintenance
instructions and lubrication schedules to keep
machine in good working condition. A machine
that is improperly maintained could malfunction,
leading to serious personal injury or death.
DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect machine
for damaged, loose, or mis-adjusted parts—or
any condition that could affect safe operation.
Immediately repair/replace BEFORE operating
machine. For your own safety, DO NOT operate
machine with damaged parts!
MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnecting cord-connected machines from power, grab
and pull the plug—NOT the cord. Pulling the cord
cord/plug with wet hands. Avoid cord damage by
keeping it away from heated surfaces, high traffic
areas, harsh chemicals, and wet/damp locations.
EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time
you experience difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the machine! Contact our
Technical Support at (570) 546-9663.
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Additional Safety for Sliding Table Saws
Serious injury or death can occur from getting cut or having body parts, such as fingers,
amputated by rotating saw blade. Workpieces thrown by kickback can strike operators or
bystanders with deadly force. Flying particles from cutting operations or broken blades can
cause eye injuries or blindness. To minimize risk of getting hurt or killed, anyone operating
machine MUST completely heed hazards and warnings below.
HAND & BODY POSITIONING. Keep hands
away from saw blade and out of blade path during operation, so they cannot slip accidentally into
blade. Stand to side of blade path. Never reach
around, behind, or over blade. Only operate at
front of machine.
BLADE GUARD. Use blade guard for all cuts
that allow it to be used safely. Make sure blade
guard is installed and adjusted correctly. Promptly
repair or replace if damaged. Re-install blade
guard immediately after operations that require its
removal.
RIVING KNIFE. Use riving knife for all cuts. Make
sure riving knife is aligned and positioned correctly. Promptly repair or replace it if damaged.
KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when saw blade
ejects workpiece back toward operator. Know how
to reduce risk of kickback. Learn how to protect
yourself if it does occur.
FENCE ADJUSTMENTS. Make sure rip fence
remains properly adjusted and parallel with blade.
Never move fence while blade is rotating. Adjusting
fence during operation increases risk of crashing
fence and sending metal fragments flying with
deadly force at operator or bystanders. Only
adjust fence when blade is completely stopped
and saw is OFF. Always lock fence before using.
PUSH STICKS/BLOCKS. Use push sticks or
push blocks whenever possible to keep your
hands farther away from blade while cutting. In
event of an accident these devices will often take
damage that would have happened to hands/
fingers.
BLADE ADJUSTMENTS. Adjusting blade height
or tilt during operation increases risk of crashing blade and sending metal fragments flying
with deadly force at operator or bystanders. Only
adjust blade height and tilt when blade is completely stopped and saw is OFF.
WORKPIECE CONTROL. Feeding workpiece
incorrectly increases risk of kickback. Make sure
workpiece is in stable position on tables and
supported by rip fence or crosscut fence during
cutting operation. Never start saw with workpiece
touching blade. Allow blade to reach full speed
before cutting. Only feed workpiece against direction of main blade rotation. Always use some type
of guide to feed workpiece in a straight line. Never
back workpiece out of cut or move it backwards
or sideways after starting a cut. Feed cuts all the
way through to completion. Never perform any
operation “freehand”. Turn OFF saw and wait
until blade is completely stopped before removing
workpiece.
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CHANGING BLADES. Always disconnect power
before changing blades. Changing blades while
saw is connected to power greatly increases
injury risk if saw is accidentally powered up.
DAMAGED SAW BLADES. Never use blades
that have been dropped or otherwise damaged.
CUTTING CORRECT MATERIAL. Never cut
materials not intended for this saw. Only cut natural and man-made wood products, laminate covered wood products, and some plastics. Cutting
metal, glass, stone, tile, etc. increases risk of
operator injury due to kickback or flying particles.
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Preventing Kickback
Do the following to prevent kickback:
• When rip cutting, only cut workpieces that
have at least one smooth and straight edge.
DO NOT cut excessively warped, cupped or
twisted wood. If workpiece warpage is questionable, always choose another workpiece.
• Never attempt freehand cuts. If the workpiece
is not fed parallel with the blade, kickback
will likely occur. Always use the rip fence or
crosscut fence to support the workpiece.
• Make sure the riving knife is properly aligned
with the blade. A misaligned riving knife can
cause the workpiece to catch or bind, increasing the chance of kickback. If you think that
your riving knife is not aligned with the blade,
stop operations, and check it immediately!
Statistics show that the most common accidents among table saw users can be linked
to kickback. Kickback is typically defined as
the high-speed expulsion of stock from the
table saw toward the operator. In addition to
the danger of the operator or others in the
area being struck by the flying stock, it is
often the case that the operator’s hands are
pulled into the blade during the kickback.
Protecting Yourself
From Kickback
Even if you know how to prevent kickback, it
may still happen. Here are some precautions
to help protect yourself if kickback DOES
occur:
• Ensure sliding table slides parallel with the
blade; otherwise, the chances of kickback are
extreme. Take the time to check and adjust
the sliding table before cutting.
• Always use the riving knife whenever possible. It reduces risk of kickback and reduces
your risk of injury if it does occur.
• Always keep blade guard installed and in
good working order.
• Feed cuts through to completion. Any time
you stop feeding a workpiece in the middle
of a cut, the chance of kickback is greatly
increased.
• Ensure rip fence is adjusted parallel with the
blade; otherwise, the chances of kickback are
extreme. Take the time to check and adjust
the rip fence before cutting.
• Stand to the side of the blade path when
cutting. If a kickback does occur, the thrown
workpiece usually travels directly towards the
front of the blade.
• Wear safety glasses or a face shield. In the
event of a kickback, your eyes and face are
the most vulnerable parts of your body.
• Never, for any reason, place your hand behind
the blade path. Should kickback occur, your
hand will be pulled into the blade.
• Use a push stick or push block to keep your
hands farther away from the moving blade. If
a kickback occurs, these safety devices will
most likely take the damage that your hand
would have received.
• Use featherboards or anti-kickback devices
to prevent or slow down kickback.
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SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY
Before installing the machine, consider the availability and proximity of the required power supply
circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet the
requirements for this machine, a new circuit must
be installed. To minimize the risk of electrocution,
fire, or equipment damage, installation work and
electrical wiring must be done by an electrician or
qualified service personnel in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards.
or equipment damage
not properly grounded
The full-load current rating is the amperage a
machine draws at 100% of the rated output power.
On machines with multiple motors, this is the
amperage drawn by the largest motor or sum of all
motors and electrical devices that might operate
at one time during normal operations.
The full-load current is not the maximum amount
of amps that the machine will draw. If the machine
is overloaded, it will draw additional amps beyond
the full-load rating.
If the machine is overloaded for a sufficient length
of time, damage, overheating, or fire may result—
especially if connected to an undersized circuit.
To reduce the risk of these hazards, avoid overloading the machine during operation and make
sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that
meets the specified circuit requirements.
This machine is prewired to operate on a power
supply circuit that has a verified ground and meets
the following requirements:
This machine can be converted to operate on a
power supply circuit that has a verified ground
and meets the requirements listed below. (Refer
to Voltage Conversion instructions for details.)
For your own safety and protection of
Note: Circuit requirements in this manual apply to
a dedicated circuit—where only one machine will
be running on the circuit at a time. If machine will
be connected to a shared circuit where multiple
machines may be running at the same time, consult an electrician or qualified service personnel to
ensure circuit is properly sized for safe operation.
A power supply circuit includes all electrical
equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel
in the building and the machine. The power supply circuit used for this machine must be sized to
safely handle the full-load current drawn from the
machine for an extended period of time. (If this
machine is connected to a circuit protected by
fuses, use a time delay fuse marked D.)
Availability
Electrocution, fire, shock,
may occur if machine is
and connected to power
supply.
Full-Load Current Rating
Circuit Information
property, consult an electrician if you are
unsure about wiring practices or electrical
codes in your area.
Full-Load Current Rating at 220V .. 29.2 Amps
Full-Load Current Rating at 440V
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.. 14.6 Amps
Circuit Requirements for 220V
Nominal Voltage ................... 220V, 230V, 240V
A permanently connected (hardwired) power supply is typically installed with wires running through
mounted and secured conduit. A disconnecting
means, such as a locking switch (see following
figure), must be provided to allow the machine
to be disconnected (isolated) from the power
supply when required. This installation must be
performed by an electrician in accordance with all
applicable electrical codes and ordinances.
Since this machine must be permanently connected to the power supply, an extension cord
cannot be used.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. A permanently connected machine must
be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system; or to a system having an equipmentgrounding conductor. All grounds must be verified
and rated for the electrical requirements of the
machine. Improper grounding can increase the
risk of electric shock!
Locking
Disconnect Switch
Power
Source
Machine
Extension Cords
Phase Converters
Avoid using a static phase converter to supply
3-phase power for this machine, as it could
damage or decrease the life of sensitive electrical
components. If you must use a phase converter,
only use a rotary phase converter that is sized
at least 50% larger than the largest HP rating
of this machine. If using a phase converter to
supply power, only connect the manufactured leg
or "wild wire" to the "S" terminal. The S terminal
can handle power fluctuations because it is wired
directly to the motor.
ConduitConduit
Ground
Figure 8. Typical setup of a permanently
connected machine.
Ground
Grounding Instructions
Serious injury could occur if you connect
machine to power before completing setup
process. DO NOT connect to power until
instructed later in this manual.
440V Conversion
The Model G0853 can be converted for 440V
operation. This conversion consists of: 1)
Disconnecting the saw from power, 2) moving the
transformer T1 wire from the 220V to 440V terminal, 3) replacing the overload relays, 4) replacing
the power supply, and 5) rewiring the main and
scoring blade motors for 440V operation. See the
wiring diagrams inside the motor junction boxes for
detailed 440V wiring diagrams.
All wiring changes must be inspected by a qualified electrician or service personnel before the
saw is connected to the power source. If, at any
time during this procedure you need help, call
Grizzly Tech Support at (570) 546-9663.
Contact the Grizzly Order Desk at (800) 523-4777
to purchase the 440V Conversion Kit, Part No.
P08531490.
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To convert G0853 for 440V operation:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
1.
2. Remove electrical panel cover (see Figure 9).
Electrical Panel
Cover
Remove scoring motor overload relay (see
6.
Figure 11), and replace with Shihlin TH-12S
overload relay. Set amperage dial to 1.6A.
Figure 9. Electrical panel cover location.
3.
Remove DR-120-24/NDR-120-24 power sup-
ply for 220V (see Figure 10), and replace
with 440V power supply WDR-120-24.
220V Power
Supply
Main
Motor Relay
Figure 11. Locations of 220V overload relays.
Move transformer T1 wire (see Figure 12)
7.
from 220V terminal to 440V terminal.
T1 Wire
440V Terminal
Figure 12. Location of T1 wire and 220V/440V
terminals on transformer.
Scoring
Motor Relay
Figure 10. Location of 220V power supply.
4. At top of 440V power supply, connect 24
and 24V wires to V+ terminal, and connect
GD and GRD wires to V- terminal. At bottom
of 440V power supply, connect R wire to L1
terminal, connect S wire to L2 terminal, and
connect E wire to Ground terminal.
Remove main motor overload relay (see
5.
Figure 11), and replace with Shihlin
TH-20SPP overload relay. Set amperage dial
to 13A.
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8. Open motor cabinet door.
9. Rewire main blade and scoring blade motors
for 440V (refer to motor wiring diagrams on
Page 101).
Close motor cabinet door and replace electri-
10.
cal panel cover.
After assembly procedures are completed,
11.
connect machine to power, as instructed on
Page 42.
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SECTION 3: SETUP
This machine was carefully packaged for safe
transport. When unpacking, separate all enclosed
items from packaging materials and inspect them
for shipping damage.
,
please
IMPORTANT: Save all packaging materials until
you are completely satisfied with the machine and
have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the
shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack-
aging to file a freight claim. It is also extremely
helpful if you need to return your machine later.
Needed for Setup
This machine presents
serious injury hazards
to untrained users. Read
through this entire manual to become familiar with
the controls and operations before starting the
machine!
Wear safety glasses during
the entire setup process!
HEAVY LIF T!
Straining or crushing injury
may occur from improperly
lifting machine or some of
its parts. To reduce this risk,
get help from other people
and use a forklift (or other
lifting equipment) rated for
weight of this machine.
The following are not included, but needed to
properly complete the setup process.
Description Qty
• Additional People ....................................... 4
• Safety Glasses ........................ 1 Per Person
• Saw Blade 12" or 14" (Page 83) ................ 1
• Dust Collection System w/5" branch line ... 1
• Dust Hose and Hose Clamp 5" .............1 Ea
• Dust Hose and Hose Clamp 4" .............1 Ea
• Y-Fitting 4" x 5" x 5" ................................... 1
Unpacking
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
If items are damaged
call us immediately at (570) 546-9663.
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Hardware Recognition Chart
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5mm
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Inventory
These are the “loose” components shipped with
the machine. Before setup, lay them out to make
sure you have everything listed below.
If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a
nut, bolt, or washer), we will gladly ship them upon
verification of order. For the sake of expediency,
you can also get replacement parts at your local
hardware store.
Inventory (Figure 13) Qty
A. Small Extension Table ................................ 1
Large Extension Table ............................... 1
If you cannot find an item on this list, carefully check around/inside the machine and
packaging materials. Often, these items get
lost in packaging materials while unpacking or they are pre-installed at the factory.
AW
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
parts of the
The unpainted surfaces of your machine are
coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that
prevents corrosion during shipment and storage.
This rust preventative works extremely well, but it
will take a little time to clean.
Be patient and do a thorough job cleaning your
machine. The time you spend doing this now will
give you a better appreciation for the proper care
of your machine's unpainted surfaces.
There are many ways to remove this rust preventative, but the following steps work well in a wide
variety of situations. Always follow the manufac-
turer’s instructions with any cleaning product you
use and make sure you work in a well-ventilated
area to minimize exposure to toxic fumes.
Before cleaning, gather the following:
• Disposable rags
• Cleaner/degreaser (WD•40 works well)
• Safety glasses & disposable gloves
• Plastic paint scraper (optional)
Basic steps for removing rust preventative:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Many cleaning solvents
work in a well-ventilated
Cleanup
Cleanup
Gasoline and petroleum
products have low flash
points and can explode
or cause fire if used to
clean machinery. Avoi d
using these products
to clean machinery.
Put on safety glasses.
Coat the rust preventative with a liberal
amount of cleaner/degreaser, then let it soak
for 5–10 minutes.
Wipe off the surfaces. If your cleaner/degreas-
er is effective, the rust preventative will wipe
off easily. If you have a plastic paint scraper,
scrape off as much as you can first, then wipe
off the rest with the rag.
are toxic if inhaled. Only
area.
NOTICE
Avoid harsh solvents like acetone or brake
parts cleaner that may damage painted surfaces. Always test on a small, inconspicuous location first.
T23692—Orange Power Degreaser
A great product for removing the waxy shipping grease from the non-painted
machine during clean up.
Order online at
www.grizzly.com
OR
Call 1-800-523-4777
Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean,
then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality
metal protectant to prevent rust.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Figure 16. T23692 Orange Power Degreaser.
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Site Considerations
Weight Load
Refer to the
of your machine. Make sure that the surface upon
which the machine is placed will bear the weight
of the machine, additional equipment that may be
installed on the machine, and the heaviest workpiece that will be used. Additionally, consider the
weight of the operator and any dynamic loading
that may occur when operating the machine.
Space Allocation
Consider the largest size of workpiece that will
be processed through this machine and provide
enough space around the machine for adequate
operator material handling or the installation of
auxiliary equipment. With permanent installations,
leave enough space around the machine to open
or remove doors/covers as required by the maintenance and service described in this manual.
See below for required space allocation.
Physical Environment
The physical environment where the machine is
operated is important for safe operation and longevity of machine components. For best results,
operate this machine in a dry environment that is
free from excessive moisture, hazardous chemicals, airborne abrasives, or extreme conditions.
Extreme conditions for this type of machinery are
generally those where the ambient temperature
range exceeds 41°–104°F; the relative humidity
range exceeds 20%–95% (non-condensing); or
the environment is subject to vibration, shocks,
Place this machine near an existing power source.
Make sure all power cords are protected from
traffic, material handling, moisture, chemicals, or
other hazards. Make sure to leave enough space
around machine to disconnect power supply or
Lighting around the machine must be adequate
enough that operations can be performed safely.
Shadows, glare, or strobe effects that may distract
or impede the operator must be eliminated.
Machine Data Sheet for the weight
or bumps.
Electrical Installation
Children or untrained people
may be seriously injured by
this machine. Only install in an
access restricted location.
133"
147"
apply a lockout/tagout device, if required.
Lighting
205"
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271"
Figure 17. Minimum working clearances.
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Lifting &
Placing Saw
HEAVY LIF T!
Straining or crushing injury
may occur from improperly
lifting machine or some of
its parts. To reduce this risk,
get help from other people
and use a forklift (or other
lifting equipment) rated for
weight of this machine.
To lift and place saw:
Position crate as close to installation location
1.
as possible.
Remove small items packed around saw and
3.
unbolt saw from pallet.
DO NOT lift saw any higher than necessary
to clear pallet. Serious personal injury and
machine damage may occur if safe moving
methods are not followed.
4. With an assistant holding each end to help
stabilize load, lift saw with forklift just high
enough to clear pallet, and move it to your
predetermined location.
Lower saw onto ground and back forklift
5.
away.
Remove top of crate. Position forklift forks as
2.
wide as they can be while still fitting under
center opening (see Figure 18).
Figure 18. Example of how to insert forks for
lifting table saw off pallet.
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Assembly
This machine must be fully assembled before it
can be operated. Before beginning the assembly
process, refer to Needed for Setup and gather
all listed items.
2. Raise sliding table over machine frame (see
Figure 20A), position mounting plates over
mounting holes (see Figure 20B), and lower
sliding table onto frame.
A
The sliding table weighs nearly 400 pounds. It
must be lifted and carefully positioned onto the
machine frame during assembly. If you are using
a forklift to lift and place it, you'll need to use lifting
slings around the table to prevent scratching the
aluminum surface.
If you are not able to use the described forklift
method, the sliding table can be lifted into place
by four strong people—with one lifting from each
corner.
The only other part of the assembly that requires
additional help is installation of the extension
tables and blade guard arm. It takes approximately two hours to assemble the saw and make
the required adjustments to prepare the saw for
the test run.
To assemble sliding table saw:
Turn sliding table upside down and identify
1.
(3) mounting plates, as shown in Figure 19.
Sliding
Table
Mounting Plate
(1 of 3)
B
Mounting Holes
(1 of 3)
Figure 20. Sliding table mounting plates
positioned over mounting holes in machine frame.
3. Press sliding table against parallelism adjustment bolts at each end of machine frame
(see Figure 21).
Figure 19. Location of mounting plates for
securing sliding table to machine frame.
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Note:These bolts are set at the factory and
do not need to be adjusted.
Adjustment Bolt
(1 of 2)
Figure 21. Sliding table parallelism adjustment
bolt (1 of 2).
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Sliding Table
4. Remove access covers to reach mounting
holes for sliding table (see Figures 22–23).
Reach through cabinet access hole to reach
middle mounting hole (see Figure 24).
. Use (5) M12-1.75 x 50 hex bolts, 12mm lock
5
washers, and 12mm spacers to secure sliding table to machine frame (see Figures
22–24).
6. Slide push handle onto mounting rod at front
end of sliding table, as shown in Figure 25,
and secure with knob.
Push Handle
Knob
Figure 25. Push handle attached to sliding table.
x 2
Figure 22. Mounting hole access on rear side at
front of saw.
x 2
Figure 23. Mounting hole access on rear side at
back of saw.
Attach cabinet door by sliding hinge sleeves
7.
over pins on pre-installed hinges (see Figure
26).
Hinge Sleeves
& Pins
Figure 26. Cabinet door attached to hinges.
Figure 24. Middle mounting hole access through
cabinet access hole.
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8. Install (3) M10-1.5 x 20 set screws and (3)
M10-1.5 hex nuts on large extension table
(see Figure27). Only hand-tighten screws
for now.
9. Attach large extension table to cast-iron table
using (3) pre-installed M10-1.5 x 25 cap
screws, 10mm lock washers, and 10mm flat
washers (see Figure 27). Only hand-tighten
cap screws for now. They will be fully tightened in a later step.
Attach leg (see Figure 28) to large extension
12.
table using (2) pre-installed cap screws, lock
washers, and flat washers.
Loosen hex nut on foot (see Figure 28),
13.
adjust height of foot to maintain parallelism of extension table and cast-iron table,
then tighten hex nut against bottom of leg to
secure.
x 2
x 3
Hex NutSet Screw
x 3
Figure 27. Location of fasteners used to install
and level large extension table.
. Place a straightedge across cast-iron table
10
and large extension table to see if tables are
parallel.
— If entire length of straight edge is parallel
with both tables, proceed to Step 11.
— If both tables are not parallel with straight
edge, loosen hex nuts on set screws
shown in Figure 27. Adjust set screws
to align top of extension table with top of
cast iron table, then retighten hex nuts to
secure setting.
Leg
Foot
Figure 28. Leg attached to large extension table.
Install (3) M10-1.5 x 20 set screws and (3)
14.
M10-1.5 hex nuts on small extension table
(see Figure29). Only hand-tighten screws
for now.
. Attach small extension table to cast-iron
15
table using (3) pre-installed M10-1.5 x 25 cap
screws, 10mm lock washers, and 10mm flat
washers (see Figure 29). Only hand-tighten
cap screws for now. They will be fully tightened in a later step.
x 3
. Fully tighten cap screws from Step 9.
11
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Hex NutSet Screw
x 3
Figure 29. Location of fasteners used to install
and level small extension table.
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16. Place a straightedge across cast-iron table
and small extension table to see if tables are
parallel.
— If entire length of straight edge is parallel
with both tables move on to Step 17.
— If both tables are not parallel with straight
edge, loosen pre-installed hex nuts on set
screws shown in Figure 29 on Page 30.
Adjust set screws to align top of extension table with top of cast-iron table, then
retighten hex nuts to secure setting.
Fully tighten cap screws from Step 15.
17.
18.
Remove (2) hex nuts, lock washers, and flat
washers (see Figure 30) from back of rip
fence leadscrew housing.
19. Install rip fence leadscrew housing in two
holes at front of cast-iron table (see Figure
31) and secure with fasteners removed in
Step 18. Before final tightening, ensure top of
rip fence leadscrew housing is flush with sliding table, cast-iron table, and large extension
table.
Mounting
Holes
Rip Fence
Figure 31. Mounting rip fence leadscrew housing
on cast-iron table.
Figure 30. Location of mounting fasteners on
back of rip fence leadscrew housing.
20. Use pre-installed cap screw, flat washer, and
hex nut (see Figure 32) to attach L-bracket
on rip fence leadscrew housing to large
extension table.
Rip Fence
Leadscrew Housing
L-Bracket
Figure 32. L-bracket on rip fence attached to
large extension table.
Extension
Table
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21. On front of leadscrew housing assembly,
locate center pin on rip fence base mounting
bracket (see Figure 33).
Center Pin
Figure 33. Location of rip fence mounting
bracket.
22. Position rip fence base over center pin on
mounting bracket (see Figure 34) and lower
rip fence base into place. Secure with (2)
M12-1.75 x 30 cap screws and 12mm lock
washers, and install slide lock handle.
Mounting
Bracket
24.
Connect rip fence sensor housing wire (see
Figure35) to matching wire emerging from
rip fence base.
Note: Rip fence sensor housing comes from
the factory pre-wired to the electrical box.
Rip Fence
Base Wire
Sensor
Housing Wire
Figure 35. Rip fence sensor wires attached.
25. Attach rip fence sensor housing (see Figure
36) to rip fence base using (2) pre-installed
M5-.8 x 45 Phillips head screws.
x 2
Slide Lock
Handle
Rip Fence
Base
Figure 34. Rip fence base mounted on bracket.
Install (1) 16mm plastic cap in center pin hole
23.
and (2) 22mm plastic caps over cap screw
holes.
Release
Housing
x 2
Figure 36. Rip fence sensor housing attached to
rip fence base.
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Slide rip fence onto clamping plate,as shown
26.
in Figure 37, and secure with slide lock
handle.
Slide Lock
Handle
Rip
Fence
28. With assistance from other people, place
crosscut table on swing arm pivot pin and
place crosscut table mounting plate on sliding
table mounting rod, as shown in Figure 39.
Tighten handle to lock crosscut table against
sliding table.
Crosscut Table
Figure 37. Rip fence attached to rip fence base.
Attach rip fence wiring harness connector
27.
(see Figure38) to electrical box connector
and lock both latches to secure.
Electrical Box
Connector
Wiring Harness
Connector
Figure 38. Rip fence wiring harness connector
attached to electrical box connector.
Swing Arm
Pivot Pin
Mounting Plate
Mounting
Rod
Figure 39. Attaching crosscut table to machine
frame.
Slide (1) M8-1.25 T-nut into crosscut table
29.
support bar T-slot, and align with hole in
crosscut table (see Figure 40).
Secure support bar by threading (1) M8-1.25
30.
x 50 knob bolt and 8mm fender washer into
T-nut (see Figure 40).
Locking
Handle
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Crosscut Table Support Bar
Figure 40. Attaching support bar to crosscut table.
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31. Place crosscut fence on crosscut table and
turn fence onto its side.
On crosscut fence end nearest blades:
32.
Insert (1) M8-1.25 x 35 T-bolt into T-slot,
a.
(see Figure 41).
T-Slot Plate
Angle Scale
Lock Knob
Washer
T-Bolt
Pivot Lock
Knob
T-Bolt
Pivot
Hole
Figure 41. Crosscut fence hardware near to
blade.
Position crosscut fence so it is close to
b.
but not touching blades.
Align T-bolt with pivot hole (see Figure 41).
c.
Note: Pivot lock knob will help secure
crosscut fence in later step.
Angle
Scale Bar
Figure 42. Crosscut fence hardware in middle.
On end of crosscut fence farthest from blade,
34.
ensure latch on 0° stop block is rotated
parallel with crosscut fence, as shown in
Figure 43.
Latch
Stop Bolt
0° Stop
Block
33. In middle of crosscut fence:
a. Locate pre-installed M8-1.25 x 35 T-bolt
(see Figure 42).
Align T-slot bolt with slot in pre-installed
b.
angle scale bar (see Figure 42).
Note: Angle scale lock knob, T-slot plate,
and 8mm fender washer will help secure
crosscut fence in later step.
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Figure 43. Latch on 0° stop block positioned
parallel with crosscut fence.
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35.
Slowly roll crosscut fence face up, and guide
T-bolts aligned in Steps 32c & 33b into their
respective hole/slot.
. From underneath left side of crosscut fence,
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thread pivot lock knob into T-bolt in pivot hole,
as shown in Figure 44.
37. From underneath middle of crosscut fence,
position M8-1.25 T-slot plate in angle scale
bar slot, then thread angle scale bar lock
knob and 8mm fender washer onto T-slot
bolt, as shown in Figure 44.
On right side of crosscut fence, ensure 0°
38.
stop block is up against stop bolt (see Figure
44), then rotate latch into catch and secure by
tightening knurled thumb knob.
. Slide out crosscut fence extension approxi-
39
mately 6", as shown in Figure 45.
Insert (2) flip stops into T-slot on fence and
40.
tighten knob bolts to secure (see Figure 45).
Knob Bolt
Fence
Extension
Flip Stop
(1 of 2)
Note: The stop bolt is set at the factory and
does not need to be adjusted.
Pivot Lock
Knob
Angle Scale
Lock Knob
Figure 44. Crosscut fence secured to table.
Thumb Knob
Figure 45. Flip stops installed on crosscut fence.
41. Locate T-bolt at end of crosscut fence exten-
sion and install fence clamp assembly, as
shown in Figure 46.
T-bolt
Crosscut
Fence
Figure 46. Installing clamp assembly on crosscut
fence extension.
Fence
Extension
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42. Install (1) M12-1.75 x 75 hex bolt and (1)
M12-1.75 hex nut on welded tab, as shown
in Figure47.
Welded
Tab
Hex Nut
Hex Bolt
Figure 47. Fasteners installed on welded tab.
43. Remove (3) pre-installed hex nuts and wash-
ers from M20-2.5 x 130 studs (see Figure 48)
on back side of machine.
45.
Use a level to ensure lower guard arm is par-
allel with the floor.
Secure position of lower guard arm by adjust-
46.
ing hex bolt installed in Step 42 until head
of bolt rests against top of guard arm, then
tighten hex nut against tab.
Tighten hex nuts installed in Step 44 (see
47.
Figure 49).
Lower
Guard Arm
Install lower guard arm on studs (see
44.
Figure 48), and secure with hex nuts and washers removed in Step
43. Only hand-tighten for now.
Studs
Lower
Guard Arm
Figure 48. Lower guard arm installed on studs.
x 3
Figure 49. Tightening hex nuts to secure lower
guard arm.
Use (4) M8-1.25 x 25 cap screws, 8mm lock
48.
washers, and 8mm flat washers to attach
middle guard arm post to lower guard arm
(see Figure50).
x 4
Middle Guard
Arm Post
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Figure 50. Middle guard arm post attached to
lower guard arm.
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49. Loosen pre-installed hex bolt shown in Figure
51, and slide middle guard arm into middle
guard arm post. Hand-tighten hex bolt for
now.
Use (3) M6-1 x 20 cap screws, 6mm lock
51.
washers, and 6mm flat washers to attach
blade guard cover to middle guard arm (see
Figure53).
Middle Guard Arm
Hex Bolt
Upper Guard
Arm Post
Figure 51. Installing middle guard arm in middle
guard arm post.
50. Remove (2) pre-installed button head cap
screws, lock washers, and flat washers from
4" dust port, and install dust port in end of
middle guard arm (see Figure 52).
Blade Guard
Cover
x 3
Figure 53. Blade guard cover attached to middle
guard arm.
Use (2) M6-1 x 12 button head cap screws
52.
and 6mm lock washers to attach 3" dust port
to middle guard arm (see Figure 54).
x 2
x 2
4" Dust Port
Figure 52. Installing 4" dust port in middle guard
arm.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
3" Dust Port
Figure 54. Installing 3" dust port on middle
guard arm.
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53. Slide 3" dust hose over 3" dust port on middle
guard arm and dust port on blade guard,
1
and secure with (2) 3
⁄4" hose clamps (see
Figure 55).
55. Remove (2) pre-installed M5-.8 x 10 cap
screws and 5mm flat washers from bottom
of upper guard arm and install steel tab (see
Figure57).
Blade Guard
Hose Clamp
(1 of 2)
Middle
Guard Arm
Dust
Hose
Figure 55. 3" dust hose installed on middle
guard arm and blade guard.
54. Remove (4) pre-installed M8-1.25 x 25 cap
screws, 8mm lock washers, and 8mm flat
washers from top of middle guard arm post,
and use these to attach upper guard arm (see
Figure56).
x 2
Steel Tab
Figure 57. Steel tab installed on upper guard
arm.
Use (4) M5-.8 x 16 cap screws, 5mm lock
56.
washers, and 5mm flat washers to attach
overhead control panel to upper guard arm
(see Figure58).
x 4
x 4
Upper
Guard Arm
Figure 56. Upper guard arm installed on middle
guard arm post.
Control Panel
Figure 58. Control panel attached to upper
guard arm.
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57. Use (7) pre-installed M6-1 x 10 button head
cap screws to attach cord clamps to upper
and lower guard arms and control posts, as
shown in Figure 59, then route control panel
cord through clamps.
Note:There should be no strain on cord as it
enters control panel.
x 7
Cord Clamps (2 of 7)
59. Move sliding table all the way backward to
expose blade cover. Pull blade cover toward
front of machine to disengage magnetic
catches (see Figure 61).
The Model G0853 does not ship with a main
blade. Refer to Blade Requirements and
Blade Selection beginning on Page 50 when
purchasing the main blade.
Magnetic Catch
(1 of 2)
Figure 59. Cord clamps and control panel cord
attached to upper and lower guard arms and
control posts.
58. Use (2) M6-1 x 20 cap screws, (2) 6mm lock
washers, (3) 6mm flat washers, and (1) M6-1
hex nut to attach L-bracket to large extension
table and middle guard arm post (see Figure
60).
Note:Before final tightening, place a straight-
edge across cast-iron table and large extension table to ensure they are level.
x 1
Blade Cover
Figure 61. Location of magnetic catches that
secure blade cover.
x 1
Figure 60. L-bracket installed on large extension
table and middle guard arm post.
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60. Insert arbor locking pin into access hole
shown in Figure 62.
Note:Main blade is shown here only for illus-
trative purposes.
61. Push down on locking pin with one hand (see
Figure 62) as you rotate arbor nut clockwise
with wrench. This will force blade locking
pin into arbor indent and prevent arbor from
rotating in next steps.
Arbor
Locking Pin
Arbor Nut
63. Slide main blade (not included) over arbor
with teeth facing to the right, then install
flange (see Figure 64).
Upper Teeth
Facing Right
Flange
Arbor
Nut
Figure 64. Main blade component assembly.
64.
Thread arbor nut on counterclockwise and
fully tighten it to secure the blade (see
Figure 65).
Arbor
Figure 62. Loosening main blade arbor bolt.
62. Continue unthreading arbor nut clockwise (it
has left-hand threads) until you can remove
flange (see Figure 63).
Arbor NutWrench
Flange
Figure 63. Main blade arbor parts and tools for
Arbor Locking Pin
changing blade.
Figure 65. Main blade installed on arbor.
65. Install and align riving knife (refer to Riving
Knife Alignment beginning on Page 49 for
detailed information).
. Close blade cover. Center sliding table and
66
lock in place.
Before proceeding with the next steps, wear
gloves to protect your hands when handling
and installing the blade.
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Dust Collection
This machine creates a lot of wood chips/
dust during operation. Breathing airborne
dust on a regular basis can result in permanent respiratory illness. Reduce your risk
by wearing a respirator and capturing the
dust with a dust-collection system.
Minimum CFM at 5" Dust Port: 600 CFM
Minimum CFM at 4" Dust Port: 400 CFM
Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with
the rating of the dust collector. To determine the
CFM at the dust port, you must consider these
variables: (1) CFM rating of the dust collector,
(2) hose type and length between the dust collector and the machine, (3) number of branches
or wyes, and (4) amount of other open lines
throughout the system. Explaining how to calculate these variables is beyond the scope of
this manual. Consult an expert or purchase a
good dust collection "how-to" book.
2. Fit 4" dust hose over dust port on middle
guard arm, as shown in Figure 67, and
secure with hose clamp.
Hose
Clamp
Figure 67. 4" dust hose attached to middle
guard arm.
3. Tug on dust hoses to make sure they do not
come off. A tight fit is necessary for proper
performance.
To connect dust collection hoses:
Fit 5" dust hose over dust port on rear side of
1.
cabinet, as shown in Figure 66, and secure
with hose clamp.
Figure 66. 5" dust hose attached to dust port.
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Before the machine can be connected to the
power source, an electrical circuit and connection device must be prepared per the POWERSU P PLY section in this manual; and all previous
setup instructions in this manual must be complete to ensure that the machine has been assembled and installed properly. The disconnect switch
installed by the electrician (as recommended) is
the primary means for disconnecting or connecting the machine to the power source.
Move the disconnect switch handle to the ON
position, as illustrated below. The machine is now
connected to the power source.
Move the disconnect switch handle to the OFF
position, as illustrated below. The machine is now
disconnected from the power source.
Note:
Lock the switch in the OFF position to
restrict others from starting the machine.
or equipment damage
not properly grounded
Power Connection
Electrocution, fire, shock,
may occur if machine is
and connected to power
supply.
Note About Phase Converters: Due to the start-
up load from this machine, we do not recommend
using a static phase converter to create 3-phase
power—as it can quickly decrease the life of electrical components on this machine. If you must
use a phase converter, only use a rotary phase
converter. Only connect the manufactured leg or
"wild wire" to the S terminal (see location on Page
106). The S terminal can handle power fluctuation
because it is wired directly to the motor.
To connect saw to power:
Figure 68. Connecting power to machine.
1. Remove power supply junction box cover
(see Figure 70).
Power Supply
Junction Box
Strain Relief
Figure70. Location of power supply junction
box.
2. Insert incoming power wires through strain
relief at bottom of junction box.
Figure 69. Disconnecting power from machine.
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3. Connect ground wire to ground terminal, then
Once assembly is complete, test run the machine
to ensure it is properly connected to power and
safety components are functioning correctly.
If you find an unusual problem during the test run,
immediately stop the machine, disconnect it from
power, and fix the problem BEFORE operating the
machine again. The
table in the
SERVICE section of this manual can help.
DO NOT start machine until all preceding
setup instructions have been performed.
Operating an improperly set up machine
Serious injury or death can result from
connect incoming power wires to bottom terminals shown in Figure 71.
Incoming Power
Terminals
Figure 71. Terminal locations to connect
incoming power wires and ground wire.
Make sure incoming ground wire is connected to right-most terminal post in the
power junction box so machine is properly
grounded. An ungrounded or improperly
grounded machine may have an electrified
frame which could cause electrocution
when touched.
4. Make sure wires have enough slack so they
are not pulled tight or stretched.
5. Re-install junction box cover, and perform
Test Run in following section to check phase
polarity.
Ground
Terminal
The test run consists of verifying the following:
1) The motors power up and run correctly, 2) the
main blade turns forward (clockwise when viewed
from front of saw) and the scoring blade turns
opposite the main blade, and 3) the safety features of the Emergency Stop buttons, blade cover
switch, and cabinet door work correctly.
using this machine BEFORE understanding
its controls and related safety information.
DO NOT operate, or allow others to operate,
machine until the information is understood.
may result in malfunction or unexpected results that can lead to serious injury,
death, or machine/property damage.
To test run machine:
Clear all setup tools away from machine.
1.
2. Make sure saw blades are installed tightly
and blade cover is closed.
Press Emergency Stop buttons in at these
3.
locations: 1) On front console, 2) on side of
cabinet, 3) on digital control panel.
Connect saw to power, and rotate master
4.
power switch to ON position.
Test Run
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Troubleshooting
5.
Twist each Emergency Stop button clockwise
so it pops out (see Figure 72). This resets the
buttons so machine can start.
Figure 72. Resetting Emergency Stop button.
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6. Verify motors are operating correctly by
pressing main blade and scoring blade ON
buttons (refer to Figure 1 on Page 5) on front
console.
— When operating correctly, machine runs
smoothly with little or no vibration or rubbing noises.
— Investigate and correct strange or unusu-
al noises or vibrations before operating
machine further. Always stop machine and
disconnect it from power before investigating or correcting potential problems.
Verify main blade is rotating clockwise (as
7.
standing in front of machine) and scoring
blade is rotating counterclockwise (opposite
direction of main blade).
Note:You may need to stop blade rotation
and watch blades come to a stop to determine which direction they are rotating.
— If blades are rotating in wrong direction,
stop machine and DISCONNECT FROM
POWER! Polarity of incoming power supply is reversed. Swap “R” and “T” wire
positions inside power supply junction box
(see Figure 73), and reconnect machine to
power.
Do not swap "R" or "T" wires with ground
wire inside power supply junction box. Doing
so will electrify machine frame, which could
cause electrocution. Make sure incoming
ground wire is only connected to right-most
terminal post in the power supply junction
box so machine is properly grounded.
Press Emergency Stop button on front con-
8.
sole to turn machine OFF.
WITHOUT resetting Emergency Stop button,
9.
press main blade and scoring blade ON buttons on front console. Machine should not start.
— If machine doesnot start, safety feature
of Emergency Stop button is working correctly.
— If machine does start, immediately turn
machine OFF and disconnect from power.
The safety feature of the Emergency Stop
button is NOT working correctly. This
safety feature must work properly before
proceeding with regular operations. Call
Tech Support for help.
Reset Emergency Stop button on front
10.
console.
Power Supply
Junction Box
R and T
Connections
Figure 73. Power supply inside junction box.
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Ground
Repeat Steps 6–9 with Emergency Stop but-
11.
ton on side of cabinet (refer to Figure 2 on
Page 5).
Repeat Steps 6–9 with main blade and scor-
12.
ing blade ON buttons and Emergency Stop
button (refer to Figure 7 on Page 8) on overhead control panel.
Press Emergency Stop buttons.
13.
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14. Move sliding table all the way back, and open
blade cover, as shown in Figure 74. This
activates blade cover safety switch to prevent
saw from starting while cover is open.
Cabinet
Door
Figure 75. Cabinet door location.
Blade
Cover
Figure 74. Blade cover in open position.
15. While staying safely away from blade, reset
Emergency Stop buttons, then try to start
main blade and scoring blade using ON buttons on front console.
— If blades do not start, blade cover safety
switch safety feature is working correctly.
— If blades do start, immediately turn
machine OFF and disconnect power. The
blade cover safety switch safety feature is
not working correctly. This safety feature
must work properly before proceeding with
regular operations. Call Tech Support for
help.
Repeat Step 15 using main blade and scor-
16.
ing blade ON buttons on overhead control
panel.
Close blade cover, and move sliding table
17.
back to center of machine.
19. While staying safely away from blade, try to
start main blade and scoring blade using ON
buttons on front console.
— If blades do not start, cabinet door safety
switch safety feature is working correctly.
— If blades do start (with cabinet door open),
immediately turn machine OFF and disconnect power. The cabinet door safety
switch safety feature is not working correctly. This safety feature must work properly before proceeding with regular operations. Call Tech Support for help.
20. Repeat Step 19 using main blade and scoring
blade ON buttons on overhead control panel.
Close cabinet door, then push Emergency
21.
Stop buttons.
Congratulations. Test Run is complete!
Recommended
Adjustments
Open cabinet door shown in Figure 75. This
18.
activates cabinet door safety switch to prevent saw from starting while door is open.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
The adjustments listed below have been performed at the factory. However, because of the
many variables involved with shipping, we recommend that you verify the adjustments to ensure
the best possible results from your new machine.
The purpose of this overview is to provide the
novice machine operator with a basic understanding of how the machine is used during operation,
so the
discussed
later in this manual
Due to the generic nature of this overview, it isnot intended to be an instructional guide. To learn
more about specific operations, read this entire
manual,
training from experienced
machine operators, and do additional research
outside of this manual by reading "how-to" books,
trade magazines, or websites.
To reduce your risk of
serious injury, read this
entire manual BEFORE
ing loss can occur while operating this
Operation Overview
machine controls/components
are easier to understand.
seek additional
To complete a typical operation, the operator
does the following:
Examines workpiece to make sure it is suit-
1.
able for cutting.
Adjusts blade tilt, if necessary, to correct
2.
angle of desired cut.
Adjusts blade height approximately 1⁄4" higher
3.
than thickness of workpiece.
Adjusts fence to desired width of cut then
4.
locks it in place.
5. Adjusts blade guard for workpiece height.
Checks outfeed side of machine for proper
6.
support and to make sure workpiece can
safely pass all the way through the blade
without interference.
using machine.
Eye injuries, respiratory problems, or hear-
tool. Wear personal protective equipment
to reduce your risk from these hazards.
The Model G0853 does not ship with a main
blade. Refer to Blade Requirements and
Blade Selection beginning on Page 50 when
purchasing the main blade.
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Puts on safety glasses, a respirator, and
7.
hearing protection. Locates push sticks, if
needed.
Turns dust collection system ON.
8.
Turns saw ON.
9.
Feeds workpiece all the way through blade
10.
while maintaining firm pressure on workpiece
against table and fence.
Turns machine OFF immediately after cut is
11.
complete and waits for blades to completely
stop before removing workpieces.
If you are not experienced with this type
of machine, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND
that you seek additional training outside of
this manual. Read books/magazines or get
formal training before beginning any projects. Regardless of the content in this section, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable
for accidents caused by lack of training.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Workpiece
• Material Type: This machine is intended for
cutting natural and man-made wood products, laminate-covered wood products, and
some plastics. Cutting drywall or cementitious backer board creates extremely fine
dust and may reduce the life of the motor
bearings. This machine is NOT designed to
cut metal, glass, stone, tile, etc.; cutting these
materials with a table saw greatly increases
the risk of injury and damage to the saw or
•
Nails, staples, dirt, rocks
ded in wood. While cutting, these objects
can become dislodged and hit the operator,
cause kickback, or break the blade, which
might then fly apart. Always visually inspect
t
•
Loose knots can
tion. Large knots can cause kickback and
machine damage. Choose workpieces that
do not have large/loose knots or plan ahead
•
Cutting wood with a
sary wear on the blades, increases the risk of
•
Workpieces with exces-
ous to cut because they are unstable and
•
Slightly cupped workpieces
can be safely supported with cupped side
facing the table or fence; however, workpieces supported on the bowed side will rock
during the cut, which could cause kickback.
A non-through cut is a sawing operation where the blade does not protrude above the top face of the wood stock, as shown in the Figure below.
A through cut is a sawing operation in which the
workpiece is completely sawn through, as shown
in the
. Examples of through cuts are
rip cuts, cross cuts, miter cuts, and beveled cuts.
The blade guard assembly MUST be used when
performing through cuts.
Through &
Inspection
Some workpieces are not safe to cut on this
machine or may need to be modified before they
can be safely cut. Before cutting, inspect all
workpieces for the following:
blade.
Foreign Objects:
and other foreign objects are often embed-
Non-Through Cuts
Through Cuts
Figure below
Figure 76. Example of a through cut (blade
guard not shown for illustrative clarity).
your workpiece for these items. If they can’
be removed, DO NOT cut the workpiece.
Large/Loose Knots:
become dislodged during the cutting opera-
to avoid cutting through them.
Wet or "Green" Stock:
moisture content over 20% causes unneces-
kickback, and yields poor results.
Excessive Warping:
sive cupping, bowing, or twisting are danger-
may move unpredictably when being cut.
Minor Warping:
Non-Through Cuts
A non-through cut is a sawing operation where
the blade does not protrude above the top face
of the wood stock, as shown in the Figure below.
The blade guard assembly MUST be used when
performing all non-through cuts, except when the
guard will not safely accommodate the workpiece.
Figure 77. Example of a non-through cut.
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Blade Guard
The term "blade guard" refers to the assembly
shown in Figure 78.
Lock Handle
Lock Knob
Hex Bolt
Guard
Covers
Figure 78. Blade guard assembly.
Understanding & Using Blade Guard
The blade guard MUST be installed on the saw for
all cuts. The guard encloses the top of the blade
to reduce the risk of accidental blade contact and
to contain flying chips or dust. When installed
and properly maintained, it is an excellent tool
for reducing the risk of injury when operating the
table saw.
Sometimes the guard or its components can get
in the way when cutting very narrow workpieces
or performing other specialized cuts. Use the lock
handle shown in Figure 78 to move the guard
out of the way. The blade guard MUST remain
installed on the saw. If the blade guard is removed
for specific operations, always replace it immediately after those operations are complete.
As the workpiece is pushed into the blade,
the guard lifts and remains in contact with the
workpiece during the cut, then returns to a resting
position against the table once the workpiece is
pushed completely past the guard.
Adjusting Blade Guard
Loosen the hex bolt securing the guard arm (see
Figure 78), and adjust the guard so the distance
between the blade and both guard covers is
equal.
For stock up to 1" thick, loosen the (3) lock nuts
securing the guard to the guard arm (see Figure
1
⁄4-turn each so the blade guard moves
79)
smoothly up and down with the workpiece. For
stock thicker than 1", set the guard to rest on the
workpiece, then tighten the (3) lock nuts.
x 3
Figure 79. Location of blade guard lock nuts.
IMPORTANT: Every time the blade guard is re-
installed, you must verify that it functions correctly
before making a cut.
To test blade guard operation, lift the front end
all the way up, then release it. The blade guard
should freely drop down and both wheels should
contact the table surface.
If the blade guard remains in the same position
where you released it, loosen the lock nuts securing the blade guard to the guard arm, and re-test
operation until the guard freely drops all the way
down.
To ensure that the guard does its job effectively,
it MUST be centered over blade and properly
adjusted so it moves up and down to accommodate workpieces and maintain coverage over the
blade after the workpiece exits.
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Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Guard Covers
The G0853 features two dust hood assemblies
for either straight cuts or angled cuts. Use the
flat blade cover when performing straight (90°)
cuts or the wide (bubble) cover for angled cuts.
To change between covers, loosen the lock knob
(see Figure 80), pull the guard assembly straight
out, install the other cover, and re-tighten the lock
knob.
The riving knife (see Figure 81) is a metal
plate that prevents the freshly cut pieces of the
workpiece from pinching the backside of the blade
and causing kickback. It also acts as a barrier
behind the blade to shield hands from being pulled
into the blade if kickback occurs and the operator
is reaching behind the blade. (Reaching behind
the blade is a major safety risk and should never
be done.) Use the riving knife for all operations.
3
Figure 82. Installing riving knife on mounting
block.
For riving knife to work safely, it MUST be
aligned with and correctly adjusted to blade.
Secure the riving knife so the top is 1–5mm below
the top level of the blade, as shown in Figure 83.
Minimum 1mm
Maximum 5mm
Height Difference
Riving Knife
Figure 81. Riving knife location.
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Figure 83. Height difference between riving knife
and blade.
The height difference between the riving knife and
the blade allows the workpiece to pass over the
blade during non-through cuts (those in which the
blade does not cut all the way through the thickness of the workpiece).
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The riving knife also prevents the freshly cut sides
of the workpiece from pinching the blade and
causing kickback. For maximum effectiveness of
this safety design, the riving knife must be positioned within 3–8mm of the blade, as shown in
Figure 84.
Alignment
Zone
Spreader
Top Distance
Minimum 3mm
Maximum 8mm
Bottom Distance
Minimum 3mm
Maximum 8mm
Figure84. Allowable top and bottom distances
between riving knife and blade.
Once the riving knife is properly positioned at the
correct distance from the blade, verify that it is
aligned with the blade by checking the alignment
with a straightedge in the top and bottom locations shown in Figure 85.
Top Alignment
Bottom Alignment
Blade
Figure 86. Verifying that riving knife is in the
alignment zone behind the blade.
If the riving knife is not aligned or parallel with the
blade, refer to Riving Knife Mounting Block on
Page 93.
Straightedge
When to Use Riving Knife
Use the riving knife for all non-through cuts
(defined on Page47) or for those special operations where the blade guard or its components
get in the way of safe operation, such as with very
narrow cuts.
When Not to Use Riving Knife
Although it is possible to use the riving knife
for through-cutting operations, the blade guard
assembly offers far more injury protection and
risk reduction than the riving knife. Therefore,
we strongly recommend that you use the blade
guard assembly and riving knife instead of just the
riving knife alone for through-cuts.
Figure 85. Checking top and bottom riving knife
alignment with blade.
The riving knife should be parallel with the blade
along its length at both positions and should be in
the "Alignment Zone" shown in Figure 86.
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Blade Requirements
The riving knife included with this machine is
0.098" thick and is only designed for 12 " and 14"
diameter blades.
When choosing a main blade, make sure the
blade size meets the requirements listed below.
The thickness of the blade body and teeth can be
measured with calipers or any precision measuring device.
Blade Size Requirements:
• Body Thickness: 0.108"
• Kerf (Tooth) Thickness: 0.118"
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Blade Selection
This section on blade selection is by no means
comprehensive. Always follow the saw blade
manufacturer's recommendations to ensure safe
and efficient operation of your table saw.
Ripping Blade Features:
• Best for cutting with the grain
• 30-40 teeth
• Flat-top ground tooth profile
• Large gullets for large chip removal
Flat
Top
Blade
Combination blade features:
• Designed to cut both with and across grain
• 50–80 teeth
• Alternate top bevel and flat, or alternate top
bevel and raker tooth profile
• Teeth are arranged in groups
• Gullets are small and shallow (similar to a
cross-cut blade), then large and deep (similar
to a ripping blade
Alternate
Top
Bevel
and
Flat
Figure 87. Ripping blade.
Crosscut blade features:
• Best for cutting across the grain
• 80–100 teeth
• Alternate top bevel tooth profile
• Small hook angle and a shallow gullet
Alternate
Top
Bevel
Figure 89. Combination blade.
Laminate blade features:
• Best for cutting plywood or veneer
• 100–120 teeth
• Triple chip tooth profile
• Very shallow gullet
Triple
Chip
Blade
Figure 90. Laminate blade.
Figure 88. Crosscutting blade.
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Thin Kerf Blade: A blade with thinner kerf than
a standard blade. Since the spreader/riving knife
included with this table saw is sized for standard
blades, thin kerf blades cannot be used on this
saw.
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Blade Dimensions
PROG.
CAL.
START
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inch
STOP
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x
-
4
12
7
0
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PROG.
CAL.
START
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inch
STOP
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Adding/Deleting
Blade Dimensions
The overhead control panel is capable of storing
the dimensions of up to ten different blades. This
information is critical when setting up the rip fence
to make precision cuts.
Adding Blade Dimensions
1. Press Tool-Box key on overhead control
panel (see Figure 91).
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4
12
89
65
3
F1
F2
F3
mm
inch
CAL.
+
-
x
Press F4 key to go to Tool-Box Edit screen
3.
(see Figure 93).
Tool-Box Edit
No: 01
1
300
2 . 5
. 0
mm
mm
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 93. Tool-Box Edit screen.
4.
Press F2 key, enter blade diameter, and
press F2 again to save.
Press F3 key, enter blade thickness, and
5.
press F3 again to save.
F4
F5
PROG.
START
-
STOP
0
M+CEM-
Figure 91. Location of Tool-Box key.
Use F2 and F3 keys to scroll up or down to
2.
an open line (see Figure 92).
Tool-Box
No
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
20.0mm
22.0
mm
26.0mm
28.0mm
3.2mm
3.6
mm
3.5mm
3.8mm
Figure 92. Tool-Box blade dimension screen.
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Note: On machines manufactured before
June, 2021, blade dimensions can only be
entered in metric values. To upgrade to new
metric/standard computer chip, order PN
P08531655-1.
Press F5 key to save new dimensions to
6.
database.
Press F1 key to return to main screen.
7.
Deleting Blade Dimensions
1. Press Tool-Box key on overhead control
panel (see Figure 91).
Use F2 and F3 keys to scroll through list, and
2.
stop on line to be deleted.
Press and hold F5 key for three seconds to
3.
delete line.
Press F1 to return to main screen.
4.
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Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Changing Main
Changing
Blade Height
The main blade is raised and lowered by rotating
the blade height switch shown in Figure94. Rotate
the switch clockwise to raise the blade; rotate it
counterclockwise to lower the blade. Rotate and
hold the switch for continuous movement.
Main Blade
Height Switch
Blade Angle
The angle of the saw blades can be changed
using the blade tilt switch or the blade tilt microadjust button on the overhead control panel. Both
methods change the blade angle in 0.1° increments,
anywhere from 0°–45°. Use the switch for making
large, quick adjustments to blade tilt, and use the
button for making small, more refined changes.
Changing Blade Angle w/Tilt Switch
1. Rotate blade tilt switch (see Figure 95) clock-
wise to increase blade angle, and counterclockwise to decrease blade angle.
Tip:Rotate and hold switch for continuous
movement.
Monitor changes to blade angle in blade tilt
2.
readout (see Figure 95), and release switch
when desired angle is reached.
Figure 94. Location of main blade height switch.
Blade Tilt
Readout
Micro-Adjust ButtonBlade Tilt Switch
Figure 95. Controls for adjusting blade tilt.
Changing Blade Angle w/MicroAdjust Button
1. Press blade tilt micro-adjust button once to
increase blade angle 0.1°.
Tip:Press and hold button down for continu-
ous movement.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Monitor changes to blade angle in blade tilt
2.
readout (see Figure 95), and release button
when desired angle is reached.
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Changing
3.
Rotate motor adjustment lever clockwise to
release belt tension.
Blade Speed
The Model G0853 has three main blade
speeds—3000, 4000, and 5000 RPM. These
speeds are selected by repositioning the main
motor belt on the pulleys.
damage or excessive wear, replace it (refer
to Belt Service on Page90).
Position belt on correct arbor and motor pul-
5.
ley set for desired speed (refer to Figure 97
for pulley identification).
Arbor
Pulley
4000 RPM
5000 RPM
3000 RPM
Motor
Pulley
Adjustment Lever
Figure 96. Location of main motor adjustment
lever.
Figure 97. Belt positions for each blade speed.
Rotate motor adjustment lever counterclock-
6.
wise to retension belt (refer to Belt Service
on Page90).
Note: Proper tension of the main motor belt
is automatically maintained by a cam lock
attached to the motor mounting plate and
arbor support bracket.
Close motor cabinet door before reconnect-
7.
ing machine to power.
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Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Changing
Main Blade
The Model G0853 performs best when using
sharp, high-quality blades. Whenever the main
blade starts to get dull, resharpen it or replace it
with a new blade.
The Model G0853 does not ship with a main
blade. Refer to Blade Requirements and
Blade Selection beginning on Page 50 when
purchasing the main blade.
Always wear leather gloves
when working around the
blades to protect your
hands.
6. Insert arbor locking pin into table hole shown
in Figure 99.
Arbor
Locking Pin
Arbor
Nut
Figure 99. Loosening the main blade arbor nut.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
1.
2. Adjust main blade tilt to 0° and raise blade all
the way up.
Raise blade guard up.
3.
4. Move sliding table all the way backward to
expose blade cover.
Pull blade cover away from blade to disen-
5.
gage magnetic catches (see Figure 98).
Blade Cover
7.
Push down on locking pin with one hand as
you rotate blade clockwise with wrench on
arbor nut. This will force blade locking pin into
arbor indent and prevent blade from rotating.
Continue unthreading arbor nut clockwise
8.
(left-hand threads) until you can remove the
nut, flange, and blade (see Figure 100).
Arbor NutArbor
Wrench
Flange
Figure 100. Main saw blade and arbor parts.
Arbor locking pin
Figure 98. Example of blade cover in closed
position.
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Install new blade, flange, and arbor nut in
9.
reverse order of removal, making sure upper
blade teeth face RIGHT (see Figure 101),
then tighten arbor nut.
Replacing & Aligning
Scoring Blade
Upper Teeth
Facing Right
Flange
Arbor
Nut
Figure 101. Order of assembly for main blade.
10. Close blade cover, move sliding table back to
center of machine, and lower blade guard.
Check scoring blade alignment with main
11.
blade, and adjust if necessary (see Aligning
Scoring Blade on Page 58).
Arbor
The scoring blade rotates in the opposite direction of the main blade and makes a shallow cut in
the workpiece surface. This prevents workpiece
tearout.
The scoring blade included with the Model G0853
has wedge-shaped teeth that narrow at the top,
as shown in Figure 102. With this style of scoring
blade, the kerf thickness is adjusted by changing
the height of the scoring blade. Raising the scoring blade higher increases the kerf thickness.
2. Adjust blade tilt to 0° and raise blade all the
way up.
Raise blade guard up and move it away from
3.
blade.
Move sliding table all the way forward to
4.
expose blade cover.
Pull blade cover toward front of machine to
5.
disengage magnetic catch.
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Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
6. Slide arbor wrench behind scoring blade (see
Figure 103) to prevent blade from spinning.
8.
Slide replacement scoring blade over arbor
with teeth facing to the LEFT, then replace
flange.
Arbor
Wrench
Hex Bolt
Figure 103. Arbor wrench inserted behind
scoring blade to prevent blade from spinning.
7. Use 19mm wrench to unthread arbor hex bolt
counterclockwise (left-hand threads), and
remove hex bolt, flange, and blade (see
Figure 104).
Arbor
Wrench
Scoring Blade
Thread arbor hex bolt on clockwise and fully
9.
tighten it to secure the assembly (see Figure
105 for order of assembly).
Upper Teeth
Facing Left
Flange
Hex Bolt
Arbor
Figure 105. Scoring blade order of assembly.
10. Align scoring blade to main blade, as instruct-
ed in the next subsection.
Hex
Bolt
Flange19mm Wrench
Figure 104. Scoring blade, flange, arbor hex
bolt, 19mm wrench, and arbor wrench.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
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Aligning Scoring Blade
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
Rotating alignment adjustment knob to
c.
align bodies of blades.
2. Adjust main blade tilt to 0° and raise blade all
the way up.
Raise blade guard up and move it away from
3.
blade.
Align scoring blade body horizontally to main
4.
blade body by:
a. Rotating knurled lock collar shown in
Figure 106 counterclockwise to loosen it.
Lock
Collar
Alignment
Adjustment Knob
Figure 106. Scoring blade adjustment controls.
b.
Positioning straightedge against flat of
main blade body (not teeth) and extending it over scoring blade body (see
Figure107).
Elevation
Adjustment Knob
Note: Rotating knob clockwise moves
scoring blade to the left and counterclockwise moves it to the right.
Tightening lock collar clockwise to secure
d.
setting.
5. Align scoring blade kerf to main blade kerf by:
Positioning straightedge on one side of
a.
main blade flat on table and against main
blade and scoring blade teeth.
Rotating knurled lock collar behind eleva-
b.
tion adjustment knob (see Figure 106)
counterclockwise to loosen it.
Using elevation adjustment knob to adjust
c.
scoring blade so that the edge of scoring
blade teeth are aligned with main blade
teeth.
Note: Rotating knob clockwise lowers
scoring blade and counterclockwise
raises it.
Tightening lock collar clockwise to secure
d.
setting.
Repeat Step 5 for other side of blades to
6.
verify kerf thickness matches and scoring
blade is aligned with main blade.
Figure 107. Example of straightedge placed flat
against main and scoring blades.
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Close blade cover, properly reposition blade
7.
guard, and slide table back to center of
machine.
Perform a test cut and check for chip-out.
8.
— If there is chip-out, repeat this procedure
until corrected.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Setting Up
Crosscut Fence
Before using the crosscut fence to perform cutting
operations, it must be set up properly. This
includes positioning the crosscut fence on the
crosscut table, adjusting the support bar, adjusting
the crosscut fence distance from the blade, and
positioning the crosscut table along the sliding
table.
Positioning Crosscut Fence
The crosscut fence can be mounted in the front
or rear position (see Figure 108) depending upon
the size of the workpiece and which position will
provide the safest operation. The support bar
is adjusted accordingly for maximum workpiece
support.
Front
Position
The support bar can also be installed in either the
inside or outside positions (see Figure 109).
Crosscut
Fence
Crosscut
Table
Inside
Position
Crosscut
Fence
Crosscut
Table
Outside
Position
Crosscut
Table
Crosscut
Table
Rear
Position
Figure 108. Crosscut fence front and rear table
mounting positions.
Whenever the crosscut fence is moved between
the front and rear positions, you must verify the
fence is square to the blade, and the 0° stop bolts
are properly adjusted before using the fence.
Refer to Squaring Crosscut Fence to Blade on Page 95 for further details.
Support
Bar
Support
Bar
Figure 109. Inside and outside support bar
positions.
To position crosscut fence:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
1.
2. Remove pivot knob and angle scale knob
shown in Figure 110, and release latch
securing 0° stop block.
Pivot Knob
Latch
Angle
Scale Knob
Figure 110. Locations of knobs and latch
securing crosscut fence to table.
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3.
Lift fence off table and roll it gently onto
its side so T-bolts (see Figures 111–112)
remain in same position.
Rear Pivot Hole
Latch0° Stop Block
T-Bolt
Front Pivot Hole
Figure 111. Location of front and rear pivot holes
and pivot knob T-bolt.
T-Bolt
Angle
Scale Bar
Figure 112. Location of angle scale bar and
T-bolt.
Move fence to front or rear position, and
4.
insert T-bolt into front hole or rear pivot hole,
and insert angle scale bar T-bolt into angle
scale bar slot.
Stop BoltCatch
Figure 113. Stop block against 0° stop bolt.
6. Loosen support bar knob bolt shown in
Figure 114, slide support bar into position
required for operation, then tighten knob bolt.
Knob Bolt
Support Bar
Figure 114. Location of knob bolt for adjusting
support bar position.
Positioning Crosscut Table Along
Sliding Table
The crosscut table can be positioned as necessary along the sliding table (see Figure 115).
5. Rotate fence so 0° stop block is up against
stop bolt (see Figure 113), then rotate latch
into catch and secure by tightening knurled
thumb knob.
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Figure 115. Crosscut table positions along
sliding table.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
To position crosscut table along sliding table:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
1.
2. Use sliding table lock lever (see Figure 116)
to secure table in position.
Sliding Table
Lock Lever
Figure 116. Location of sliding table lock lever.
Loosen crosscut table lock lever shown in
3.
Figure 117.
Calibrating Crosscut Fence
To accurately use the crosscut fence scale and
ensure the fence does not contact the blade, the
distance between the end of the crosscut fence
and the blade must be properly adjusted.
To calibrate crosscut fence:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
1.
2. Perform steps in Positioning Crosscut
Fence on Page 59.
Move crosscut table (refer to Positioning
3.
Crosscut Table Along Sliding Table on
Page 60 for instructions) so end of fence is
aligned with center of blade (see Figure 118).
Lock Lever
Figure 117. Location of crosscut table lock lever.
4.
Move crosscut table along sliding table to
desired position, then retighten lock lever to
secure table.
3" Mark
Figure 118. Example of aligning fence with
center of blade.
4. Loosen pivot knob.
5. Place precision ruler against a blade tooth,
as shown in Figure 118, then adjust fence so
that 3" mark on fence scale is exactly 3" from
blade tooth.
Tighten pivot knob,
6.
7. Repeat measurement in Step 5.
— If measurement is not exactly 3", repeat
Steps 2–7 until it is.
End Block
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
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Using CNC
Rip Fence
The rip fence can be programmed to position itself
anywhere from
Rip fence positions can be saved in the database
to make repeat cuts a simple procedure.
3
⁄16 " to 51" from the main blade.
To cut with rip fence:
1. Enter desired width of cut using numeric
keypad on control panel (see Figure 119).
Measurement will appear in digital display,
and START key will illuminate.
7
F1
+
89
As a safety precaution against the rip fence potentially crashing into the blade, travel toward the
blade that occurs within 12" (285mm) of the blade
requires two steps to complete. Press the START
key once to initiate rip fence movement. The fence
will only move part of the distance entered. Then
press and hold the START key to complete the
movement. When fence movement is complete,
the START key will no longer be illuminated.
Maintain awareness of rip fence position at
all times. Do NOT stand between rip fence
and sliding table when rip fence is moving
or serious crushing injury may occur.
Cutting with Rip Fence
The simplest use of the CNC rip fence consists
of using the control panel to enter the width of the
cut you wish to make, pressing the START key to
move the fence to that position, and then making
the cut.
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 119. Numeric keypad on control panel.
Press START key to initiate rip fence
2.
movement. When movement is complete,
START key light will go out.
3. Adjust blade height and angle.
IMPORTANT: Machine does NOT automati-
cally set blade height or tilt. This must be
done manually using blade controls on control panel before cut is made.
Load workpiece onto table.
4.
5. Take all safety precautions, turn blades ON,
and make the cut.
mm
inch
CAL.
PROG.
START
-
x
-
STOP
4
12
0
M+CEM-
65
3
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Turn motors OFF, allow blades to come to a
6.
complete stop, and remove workpiece from
table.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
PROG.
CAL.
START
mminch
STOP
+
-
x
-
4
12
7
0
M+CEM-
3
65
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Making Grooves/Concealed Cuts
Making Grooves/Concealed Cuts
Based on blade width and workpiece dimensions,
the saw can be programmed to make a series of
cuts to create a groove. Refer to Non-Through Cuts on Page47 for specific details on this type
of cut.
To make grooves/concealed cuts:
5.
Press F2 key and enter desired rip fence
starting position (see Figure 122). This is
where the grooving cut will begin. Press
F2 key again to save entry.
Press F3 key and enter width of groove to be
6.
cut (see Figure 122). Press F3 key again to
save entry.
Press Tool-Box key (see Figure 120), and
1.
use F2 or F3 keys to scroll to dimensions
for blade to be used in operation. If blade
dimensions have not been entered, enter
them now (refer to Adding/Deleting Blade Dimensions on Page 52).
7
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 120. Location of Tool-Box key.
2. Press F1 to save selection and return to main
screen.
Ensure rip fence is calibrated for blade width
3.
and fence face (narrow or wide) to be used in
operation (refer to Calibrating Rip Fence on
Page98).
mm
inch
CAL.
PROG.
START
+
-
x
-
STOP
89
4
12
0
M+CEM-
65
3
Note: Positive numbers move fence away
from blade; negative numbers move fence
toward blade.
Press F4 key and enter depth of groove to be
7.
cut (see Figure 122). Press F4 key again to
save entry.
Grooving/
Concealed Cuts
600
10 . 0
10 . 0
3 . 2
Figure 122. Grooving/Concealed Cuts screen.
IMPORTANT: Machine does NOT automati-
cally set blade height or tilt. This must be
done manually using blade controls on control panel. The purpose of entering groove
depth in this step is to ensure user has considered all variables before making a cut.
. 0
mm
mm
mm
mm
L
L
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Press Grooving/Concealed Cuts key (see
4.
Figure 121).
7
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 121. Location of Grooving/Concealed
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
+
mm
-
inch
CAL.
x
PROG.
-
START
STOP
Cuts key.
89
4
12
0
M+CEM-
65
3
Confirm blade width shown on line F5 (see
8.
Figure 122) matches dimension chosen in
Step 1
cuts necessary to complete operation based
on this measurement.
Note:At this point, START key should be
illuminated, and number of cuts needed to
complete operation should be shown in lower
left-hand corner of screen.
Press START key. Rip fence will move to
9.
starting position.
Load workpiece onto table.
10.
. System will determine number of
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PROG.
CAL.
START
mminch
STOP
+
-
x
-
4
12
7
0
M+CEM-
3
65
89
11. Take all safety precautions, turn blades ON,
and make first cut.
Turn motors OFF, allow blades to come to a
12.
complete stop, and remove workpiece from
table.
Press START key. Rip fence will automatical-
13.
ly move to next position to continue grooving
operation, and number of cuts shown in lower
left-hand corner will be reduced by one.
Repeat Steps 10–13 until operation is com-
14.
plete. START key will no longer be illuminated.
5.
Press F2 key, enter desired rip fence starting
position, then press START key (see Figure
124). Rip fence will move to this position.
Press F3 key, enter desired width of each
6.
subsequent cut, then press START key (see
Figure 124).
Note:Positive numbers move fence away
from blade; negative numbers move fence
toward blade.
Incremental
Dimension
F1
Making Incremental Cuts
The rip fence can be programmed to move a specific distance from the blade to make repeat cuts
fast and simple.
To make incremental cuts:
Press Tool-Box key, and use F2 or F3 keys
1.
to scroll to dimensions for blade to be used in
operation. If blade dimensions have not been
entered, enter them now (refer to Adding/Deleting Blade Dimensions on Page 52).
Press F1 to save selection and return to main
2.
screen.
Ensure rip fence is calibrated for blade width
3.
and fence face (narrow or wide) to be used in
operation (refer to Calibrating Rip Fence on
Page98).
Press Incremental Dimension key (see
4.
Figure 123). START key will illuminate.
600
50 . 0
Figure 124. Incremental Dimension screen.
IMPORTANT: Machine does NOT automati-
cally set blade height or tilt. This must be
done manually using blade controls on control panel before cut is made.
Load workpiece onto table.
7.
8. Take all safety precautions, turn blades ON,
and make first cut.
Turn motors OFF, allow blades to come to a
9.
complete stop, and remove workpiece from
table.
. 0
mm
mm
L
F2
F3
F4
F5
7
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 123. Location of Incremental Dimension
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mm
inch
CAL.
PROG.
START
+
-
x
-
STOP
key.
89
4
12
0
M+CEM-
65
3
Press START key. Rip fence will automati-
10.
cally move by amount entered in Step 6.
Repeat Steps 7–10 until operation is com-
11.
plete. F1 key may be pressed at any time to
end operation and return to main screen.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Making Repeat Cuts
The database automatically saves the last two rip
fence positions to have been used so they can be
easily accessed for making repeat cuts. Similarly,
the user can simply enter two rip fence positions
for the express purpose of making repeat cuts.
Double click Dimension Repeat key (see
4.
Figure 125) or press Dimension Repeat key
and then press START key to move fence to
first saved position.
Load workpiece onto table.
5.
Making repeat cuts using last two positions
Double click Dimension Repeat key (see
1.
Figure 125) or press Dimension Repeat key
and then press START key. Rip fence will
move to first most recent position.
7
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
mm
inch
CAL.
PROG.
START
+
-
x
-
STOP
89
4
12
0
M+CEM-
65
3
Figure 125. Location of Dimension Repeat key.
Load workpiece onto table.
2.
3. Take all safety precautions, turn blades ON,
and make the cut.
Turn motors OFF, allow blades to come to a
4.
complete stop, and remove workpiece from
table.
6. Take all safety precautions, turn blades ON,
and make the cut.
Turn motors OFF, allow blades to come to a
7.
complete stop, and remove workpiece from
table.
Repeat Step 4 to move rip fence to second
8.
saved position. This step can be repeated
indefinitely to move back and forth between
the two fence positions.
Rip Fence Lockdown Mode
This saw has built-in travel limits to prevent the rip
fence from either crashing into the blade or running off the end of the extension table—the range
of movement is
exceed these limits, the rip fence will stop moving and go into lockdown mode. The digital display will flash, and the control panel will become
unresponsive.
If this occurs, press and hold the fence release
button on the right-hand side of the rip fence base
(see Figure 126), and manually push the fence
toward the center of the table (a couple of inches
is enough). Then follow the steps provided on
Page96 to calibrate the rip fence.
3
⁄16 " to 51 1⁄4" from the blade. If you
5. Repeat Step 1 to move rip fence to second most recent position. This step can be
repeated indefinitely to move back and forth
between the two fence positions.
Making repeat cuts using two new positions
On main screen, enter first desired width of
1.
cut using keypad on control panel.
Press START key to move rip fence to new
2.
position.
Repeat Steps 1–2, but enter second desired
3.
width of cut.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Alternatively, press and hold the M+ button on the
control panel keypad to move the rip fence away
from the blade. The screen will stop flashing, and
the control panel keys will resume working normally.
Fence Release
Button
Figure 126. Location of rip fence release button.
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Saving Rip Fence
PROG.
CAL.
START
mminch
STOP
+
-
x
-
4
12
7
0
M+CEM-
3
65
89
PROG.
CAL.
START
mminch
STOP
+
-
x
-
4
12
7
0
M+CEM-
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65
89
Positions
Using the overhead control panel, users can save
up to 40 rip fence positions in the database.
Saving Rip Fence Position
1.
Press PROG key (see Figure 127).
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F1
F2
mm
inch
+
-
89
4
65
Press F4 key to go to Edit Programs screen
3.
(see Figure129), then enter new rip fence
position.
Tip:If a value is already entered here, you
may enter a new value over the top of it.
Edit Programs
Prog. NO. :01
L
in4.250
L
n
min
C
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F3
F4
F5
Figure 127. Location of PROG key.
2. Use F2 and F3 keys to scroll to desired pro-
gram number (see Figure 128). In the example below, the selected program number is
01.
Run Programs
Prog. NO. :01
L
CAL.
PROG.
START
in
x
-
STOP
L
n
min
P
P
+
–
12
0
M+CEM-
3
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 129. Example of Edit Programs screen
selected using F4 key.
4.
Press F5 key to save entry.
Press F1 key to return to main screen.
5.
Selecting Saved Rip Fence Position
1. Press PROG key (see Figure 127).
Use F2 and F3 keys to scroll to desired pro-
2.
gram number (see Figure 128).
Press START key to move rip fence to select-
3.
ed position.
Figure 128. Example of Run Programs screen
selected using F2 and F3 keys.
Note: The other icons shown on this screen are
not functional on the Model G0853.
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Rip Cutting
• To use the sliding table, refer to Rip Cutting
with Sliding Table.
The Model G0853 has the capability of rip cutting
large panels (see Figure 130). The sliding table
removes the burden of sliding a large and heavy
panel over a stationary table surface.
The edge shoe (see Figure 130) is used to
stabilize the front end of a workpiece when
otherwise unsecured.
Edge Shoe
Workpiece
Crosscut
Fence
• To use the machine as a traditional table saw,
refer to Rip Cutting with Rip Fence on Page
68.
Rip Cutting with Sliding Table
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
Position crosscut fence on crosscut table,
2.
and rotate it until fence touches 90° stop bolt
(see Figure 132).
90° Stop Bolt
& Block
Figure 130. Rip cut with sliding table and
crosscut fence.
This saw also has the capability of rip cutting
smaller boards, using the machine as a traditional
table saw (see Figure 131). Smaller, lighter boards
are easier to slide across the stationary cast-iron
table surface to the right of the saw blade.
Rip
Fence
Workpiece
Figure 132. Stop block against 90° stop bolt.
3. Check to make sure fence is 90° to blade
and, if necessary, adjust it as described in
Squaring Crosscut Fence to Blade on
Page 95.
Calibrate crosscut fence (refer to Page 61 for
4.
further details).
5. Set flip stop to desired width of cut (see
Figure 133) by loosening flip stop knob bolt,
sliding flip stop until it aligns with desired
mark on scale, and retightening knob bolt.
Flip Stop
Knob Bolt
Figure 131. Traditional rip cut with rip fence.
Determine which cutting operation will be best
suited for the workpiece to be ripped.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Figure 133. Flip stop components.
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Position blade guard according to height
6.
of workpiece. (Refer to Understanding &
Using Blade Guard on Page 48.)
Load workpiece onto table saw. The setup
7.
should look similar to Figure 130 on Page 67.
Take all necessary safety precautions, con-
8.
nect saw to power, then perform cutting
operation.
Rip Cutting with Rip Fence
Rip Cutting with Rip Fence
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
Loosen rip fence lock lever, as shown in
4.
Figure 136.
Rip Fence
Lock Lever
2. Move crosscut table and fence to front of slid-
ing table, and lock them in place with crosscut table lock lever (see Figure 134).
Crosscut Table
Lock Lever
Figure 134. Location of crosscut table lock lever.
Lock sliding table in place with table lock
3.
lever (see Figure 135).
Figure 136. Location of rip fence lock lever.
5.
Place fence in vertical position (see Figure
137) for thicker workpieces, or in horizontal
position for thinner workpieces and for angled
cuts where blade is tilted over the fence.
Vertical
Horizontal
Sliding Table
Lock Lever
Figure 135. Location of sliding table lock lever.
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Figure 137. Rip fence positions.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
6. Position leading edge of rip fence so it
extends across small extension table, as
shown in Figure 138, then retighten lock
lever.
Rip Fence
Rip Fence
Lock Lever
Figure 138. Proper position of rip fence.
Crosscutting
The Model G0853 can crosscut full-size panels with the fence in the front or rear position,
although it is easier to load full-size panels with
the crosscut fence mounted in the front position
(see Figure 139).
Set rip fence to desired width of cut.
7.
Load workpiece onto table saw. The setup
8.
should look similar to Figure 131 on Page 67.
Take all necessary safety precautions, con-
9.
nect saw to power, then perform cutting
operation.
Workpiece
Figure 139. Crosscut with fence mounted in
front position.
Mounting the crosscut fence in the rear position
(see Figure 140) gives greater stability for cross-
cutting smaller panels.
Edge Shoe
Workpiece
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Crosscut Fence
Figure 140. Crosscut with fence mounted in rear
position.
The edge shoe (see Figure 14 0) is used to
stabilize the front end of the workpiece when
otherwise unsecured.
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When set up properly, the crosscut fence can
support workpieces while using the rip fence as a
cut-off gauge, as shown in Figure 141.
Support
Bar
Edge
Shoe
Workpiece
Rip
Fence
Crosscut Fence
Figure 141. Crosscutting using the rip fence as
a cut-off gauge.
Crosscutting Full-Size Panels
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Install crosscut fence in front mounting posi-
tion shown in Figure 142 and secure in place.
Rear Mounting
Location
Front Mounting
Location
Figure 142. Crosscut fence mounting locations.
Determine which cutting operation will be best
suited for the workpiece to be crosscut.
— If you will be crosscutting full-size panels,
refer to Crosscutting Full-Size Panels.
— If you will be crosscutting smaller panels,
refer to Crosscutting Smaller Panels.
— If you will be crosscutting workpieces
using the rip fence as a cut-off gauge,
refer to Crosscutting Using Rip Fence as Cut-Off Gauge.
To understand how to move the crosscut table,
refer to Positioning Crosscut Table Along
Sliding Table on Page 60.
3. Check to make sure fence is at 90°, and if necessary, adjust it as described in Squaring
Crosscut Fence to Blade on Page 95.
Adjust distance between crosscut fence and
4.
blade (refer to Page 61 for further details).
Set either flip stop to the desired width of cut.
5.
Note: Extend the crosscut fence slide if the
7
workpiece is more than 75
Load workpiece onto table saw in forward
6.
⁄8".
mounting location shown in Figure 139 on
Page 69.
7. Take all necessary safety precautions, con-
nect saw to power, then perform cutting
operation.
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Crosscutting Smaller Panels
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
Install crosscut fence in rear mounting loca-
2.
tion shown in Figure 140 and secure in place.
3. Perform Steps 3–4 in Crosscutting FullSize Panels.
Set either flip stop to the desired width of cut.
4.
Note: Extend the crosscut fence slide if the
workpiece is more than 75
5. Load workpiece onto table saw in rear mounting position, shown in Figure 140 on Page
70. If necessary, use edge shoe to secure
workpiece to sliding table.
6. Take all necessary safety precautions, connect saw to power, then perform cutting
operation.
7
⁄8".
Crosscutting Using Rip Fence as
Cut-Off Gauge
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Install crosscut fence in rear position of crosscut table, as illustrated in Figure 141 on
Page 70, and secure in place.
3. Perform Steps 3–4 in Crosscutting FullSize Panels.
5. Slide leading end of rip fence behind front
edge of blade (see Figure 143 for an
example).
IMPORTANT: This step is critical to reducing
the risk of blade binding and kickback.
Rip Fence
Front Edge
of Blade
Figure 143. Example photo of correct rip fence
position when using it as a cut-off gauge
(blade guard removed for clarity).
6.
Load workpiece onto table saw and against
rip fence. The setup should look similar to
Figure 141 on Page 70.
Take all necessary safety precautions, con-
7.
nect saw to power, then perform cutting
operation.
Leading Edge
of Rip Fence
Set rip fence to desired width of cut.
4.
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Miter Cutting
The G0853 can perform miter cuts using either
the crosscut fence or the miter fence. The crosscut fence can be positioned for miter cuts from 0°
to 45°, and the angle scale on the crosscut table
is graduated in 1° increments. The miter fence can
be positioned for cuts between 30° left and 30°
right, and the fence is graduated in 1° increments.
Miter Cutting with Crosscut Fence
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
4.
Position fence for desired angle of cut (see
Figures 145–146).
Workpiece
2. Position crosscut table to provide the greatest amount of workpiece support, then lock it
in place.
Install fence pivot knob into front or rear hole
3.
shown in Figure 144.
Rear Hole
Angle Scale
Front Hole
Figure 144. Crosscut fence positioned for miter
cut.
Rear Hole
Figure 145. Crosscut fence mounted in rear hole
for miter cuts from 0° to 45°.
Front Hole
Workpiece
Figure 146. Crosscut fence mounted in front
hole for miter cuts from 0° to 45°.
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5. Install knob bolts shown in Figure 147.
Miter Cutting with Miter Fence
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Install miter fence on sliding table, as shown
in Figure148.
Pivot Knob
Angle
Scale Knob
Figure 147. Locations of knob bolts.
Pivot crosscut fence to desired angle, making
6.
sure end of fence is clear of blade so it will
not be cut during operation.
Tighten both knob bolts to secure setting.
7.
If the crosscut fence moves during cutting,
kickback could occur and cause serious
personal injury. Always make sure crosscut
fence is properly secured before using it.
Hold-Down
Flip Stop
Miter
Fence
Figure 148. Miter fence installed on sliding table.
Position miter fence at desired angle for cut
3.
and lock in place.
Position flip stop at length of workpiece to be
4.
cut off to left of blade.
Load workpiece onto sliding table.
5.
Fence
Bracket
Fence
Clamp
Miter
Gauge
8. Set flip stop according to length of workpiece
you want to cut off to left of blade.
Load workpiece onto crosscut table. The setup
9.
should look similar to Figures 145–146 on
Page 72.
Take all necessary safety precautions, con-
10.
nect saw to power, then perform cutting
operation.
6. Take all necessary safety precautions, con-
nect saw to power, then perform cutting
operation.
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Dado Cutting
Commonly used in furniture joinery, a dado is a
straight channel cut in the face of the workpiece.
Typically, dadoes can be cut using either a
dedicated dado blade or a standard saw blade.
However, since the Model G0853 cannot accept
dado blades, a standard blade must be used.
7.
Repeat cutting operation on other side of
dado channel, as shown in Figure 150.
Cut 2
Workpiece
Blade
Fence
See Making Grooves/Concealed Cuts on Page
63 for instructions on how to use the CNC rip
fence when performing this type of cut.
To use standard saw blade to cut a dado:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
1.
2. Mark width of dado cut on workpiece. Include
marks on edge of workpiece so cut path can
be aligned when workpiece is lying on table.
Raise blade to desired depth of dado channel.
3.
Align workpiece with blade to cut one of dado
4.
sides, as shown in Figure 149, then align rip
fence with workpiece.
Cut 1
Workpiece
Blade
Fence
Figure 150. Second cut for a single-blade dado.
8.
Make additional cuts (see Figure 151) in
center of dado to clear out necessary material. Dado is complete when channel is completely cleared out.
Cuts 3+
Fence
Workpiece
Figure 151. Additional single-blade dado cuts.
Adjust rip fence to properly support
workpiece for each of the dado cuts. This
will reduce likelihood of kickback and injury.
Figure 149. First cut for a single-blade dado.
5.
Reconnect saw to power and turn saw ON.
Allow blade to reach full speed, then perform
6.
cutting operation.
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Rabbet Cutting
15
30
45
Commonly used in furniture joinery, a rabbet is an
L-shaped groove cut in the edge of the workpiece.
Typically, rabbets can be cut with either a dado
blade or a standard saw blade. However, because
the Model G0853 cannot accept dado blades, rabbets must be cut with a standard saw blade only.
A ripping blade is typically the best blade to use
for cutting rabbets when using a standard blade
because it removes sawdust very efficiently (see
Page 51 for blade details). Also, a sacrificial fence
is not required when cutting rabbets with a standard blade.
Always use push sticks, featherboards,
push paddles, and other safety accessories
whenever possible to increase safety and
control during operations which require
removal of blade guard. ALWAYS replace
blade guard after operation is complete.
3. Raise blade to desired depth of rabbet chan-
nel desired.
Stand workpiece on edge, as shown in
4.
Figure 152, then adjust rip fence so blade is
aligned with inside of rabbet channel.
DO NOT place a tall board on edge when
cutting a rabbet. Overly tall workpieces cannot be properly supported with the fence
and can easily shift during operation, causing kickback or loss of control. Instead, use
another tool to cut these types of rabbets.
To cut rabbets with standard blade:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Mark width of rabbet cut on workpiece.
Include marks on edge of workpiece so cut
path can be aligned when workpiece is lying
on table.
Blade
Workpiece
Fence
Figure 152. First rabbet cut.
5.
Reconnect saw to power source, then per-
form cut.
Lay workpiece flat on table, as shown in
6.
Figure 153, adjust saw blade height to inter-
sect with first cut, then perform second cut to
complete rabbet.
Blade
Fence
Workpiece
Figure 153. Second cut to create a rabbet.
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Resawing
Making a Resaw Barrier
The resaw barrier acts in tandem with the rip
fence when resawing to provide tall support for
the workpiece to minimize the probability of it
binding against the blade and causing kickback.
Resawing operations require proper procedures to avoid serious injury. Extra care
must be taken to prevent kickback when
resawing. Any tilting or movement of the
workpiece away from the fence will cause
kickback. Be certain that stock is flat and
straight. Failure to follow these warnings
could result in serious personal injury.
Resawing is the process of cutting a thick piece
of stock into one or more thinner pieces. Although
resawing can be done with a table saw, we
strongly recommend that you use a bandsaw
instead.
A bandsaw is the ideal machine for resawing, and
resawing with one is fairly easy and safe. A table
saw is not intended for resawing, and resawing
with one is difficult and dangerous due to the
increased risk of kickback from binding and deep
cuts, and the increased risk of injury from having
to remove the blade guard.
If you insist on resawing with a table saw, DO
NOT do so without using a resaw barrier and
wearing safety glasses and a full face shield.
The following instructions describe how to build a
resaw barrier that can be used with the rip fence
when resawing to reduce the risk of injury.
using hardwood, cut pieces oversize, then
joint and plane them to correct size to make
sure they are square and flat.
2. Pre-drill and countersink four holes approxi-
3
mately
⁄8" from bottom of 51⁄2" tall wood
piece.
Glue end of 3" board, then clamp boards
3.
at a 90° angle with larger board in vertical
position, as shown in Figure 154, and fasten
together with wood screws.
IMPORTANT: This table saw can only resaw
wood that is less than 8" tall, and the rip fence
must be used (rather than the sliding table).
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#8 x 2"
Wood Screw
3
⁄4"
Figure 154. Resaw barrier.
3
⁄4"
Assembled
Resaw Barrier
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Resawing Operations
The table saw motor is pushed to its limits when
resawing. If the motor starts to bog down, slow
down your feed rate. Motor overloading and blade
wear can be reduced by using a ripping blade.
Ripping blades are designed to clear the sawdust
quickly.
You may experience kickback during this
procedure. Stand to the side of the blade
path and wear safety glasses and a full face
shield to reduce risk of injury.
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5. Clamp resaw barrier to table top.
Connect saw to power, lower blade com-
6.
pletely below table, and slide workpiece over
blade to make sure it moves smoothly and fits
between resaw barrier and rip fence.
Raise blade approximately 1", or close to
7.
half the height of the workpiece, whichever is
less.
Turn machine ON, and use push stick to feed
8.
workpiece through blade using a slow, steady
feed rate.
Flip workpiece end for end, keeping same
9.
side against rip fence, and run workpiece
through blade.
Repeat Steps 7–9 until blade is close to half
10.
the height of workpiece to be resawn.
To perform resawing operations:
1.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
Raise blade guard up and out of the way.
2.
Install rip fence in vertical position.
3.
Place workpiece against rip fence and
4.
slide resaw barrier against workpiece (see
Figure 155).
Workpiece
Resaw
Barrier
1
/8" Connection
Rip
Fence
IMPORTANT: The ideal completed resaw cut
1
will leave approximately
⁄8" connection when
the resawing is complete, as shown in Figure
1
155. Leaving a
⁄8" connection will reduce risk
of kickback.
Turn saw OFF, then separate parts of
11.
workpiece and hand plane remaining ridge.
. When finished resawing, remove resaw bar-
12
rier and reposition blade guard over blade.
Figure 155. Ideal completed resaw cut.
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SECTION 5: SHOP MADE SAFETY
ACCESSORIES
Featherboards
We recommend using a bandsaw for mak-
Easily made from scrap stock, featherboards
provide an added degree of protection against
kickback, especially when used together with
push sticks. They also maintain pressure on the
workpiece to keep it against the fence or table
while cutting, which makes the operation easier
and safer because the cut can be completed with-
out the operator’s hands getting near the blade.
The angled ends and flexibility of the fingers allow
the workpiece to move in only one direction.
Making a Featherboard
This sub-section covers the two basic types of
featherboards: 1) Those secured by clamps, and
2) those secured with the miter slot.
Material Needed for Featherboard
Hardwood
Hardwood
Additional Material Needed for Mounting
Featherboard in Miter Slot
ing fingers in the next step because it tends
to be safer. A table saw can be used, but it
will over-cut the underside of the ends, produce a thicker kerf, and require you to stop
the blade half-way through the cut, which
can be dangerous.
3.
Make a series of end cuts with grain 3⁄8"–1⁄4"
apart and 2"–3" long, as shown in Figure 156 (A). Alternatively, start cuts at 2"-3" deep,
then make them progressively deeper, as
shown in Figure 156 (B).
10" (Minimum)
30°
3
A
B
Figure 156. Patterns for featherboards
(top view shown).
⁄8"
2"-3"
3
⁄8"
Initial Cut
1
⁄16"-1⁄8"
2"-3"
Kerf
1
⁄16"-1⁄8"
Progressively
Longer Cuts
Kerf
Cut hardwood board approximately 3⁄4" thick to
1.
size. The length and width of board can vary
according to your design. Most featherboards
are 10"–28" long and 3"–6" wide. Make sure
wood grain runs parallel with length of featherboard, so fingers you will create in Step 3
will bend without breaking.
Cut a 30º angle at one end of board.
2.
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IMPORTANT: Cuts made across grain result in
weak fingers that easily break when flexed. When
made correctly, fingers should withstand flexing
from moderate pressure. To test the finger flexibility, push firmly on the ends with your thumb. If
the fingers do not flex, they are likely too thick (the
cuts are too far apart).
NOTICE
Only Steps 1–3 are required to make a
clamp-mounted featherboard. Refer to Page
80 for instructions on clamping.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Rout 1⁄4"–3⁄8" wide slot 4"–5" long in workpiece
4.
and 1"–2" from short end of featherboard
(see Figure 157).
1
/4"-3/8" Slot
1"-2"
4"-5"
Figure 157. Slot routed in featherboard.
5.
Cut miter bar that will fit in table miter
slot approximately 5" long, as shown in
Figure 158.
Mark 4" line through center of countersunk
7.
hole in center, then use jig saw with narrow
blade to cut it out.
Assemble miter bar and featherboard with
8.
1
⁄4"-20 x flat head screw, flat washer, and
a wing nut or a star knob (see Figure
159). Congratulations! Your featherboard is
complete.
Wing Nut
(Side View)
Flat Washer
Featherboard
Miter Bar
Tip: Consider making the miter bar longer for
larger featherboards—approximately half the
length of the total featherboard—to support
the force applied to the featherboard during
use.
(Top View)
5"
3
/8"
1
/4" Hole
Countersink on Bottom
4" Slot
(Side View)
5"
Figure 158. Miter bar pattern.
Drill 1⁄4" hole in center of bar, then countersink
6.
bottom to fit
1
⁄4"-20 flat head screw.
Flat Head Screw
Figure 159. Assembling miter slot featherboard
components.
Note: The routed slot, countersink hole, and
the flat head screw are essential for the miter
bar to clamp into the miter slot. When the
wing nut is tightened, it will draw the flat head
screw upward into the countersunk hole. This
will spread the sides of the miter bar and
force them into the walls of the miter slot,
locking the featherboard in place.
Tip: The length of the flat head screw depends
on the thickness of the featherboard—though
1
⁄2" to 2" lengths usually work.
1
Now, proceed to Mounting Featherboard in
Miter Slot on Page 80.
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Mounting Featherboards w/Clamps
1.
Lower saw blade, then adjust fence to desired
width and secure it.
Mounting Featherboard in Miter Slot
1. Lower saw blade, then adjust fence to desired
width and secure it.
Place workpiece against fence, making sure
2.
it is 1" in front of blade.
Place featherboard on table away from blade
3.
so all fingers point forward and contact
workpiece (see Figure 160).
Fence Featherboard
Clamp
Clamp
Table
Featherboard
Figure 160. Example of featherboards secured
with clamps.
Place workpiece evenly against fence, mak-
2.
ing sure it is 1" in front of blade.
Slide featherboard miter bar into miter slot,
3.
making sure fingers slant toward blade, as
shown in Figure 161.
Blade
Featherboard
Workpiece
Figure 161. Featherboard installed in miter slot
and supporting workpiece for ripping cut.
4. Secure featherboard to table with clamp.
5. Check featherboard by pushing it with your
thumb to ensure it is secure.
— If featherboard moves, tighten clamp
more.
Mount second featherboard to fence with
6.
another clamp (see Figure 160), then repeat
Step 5 to ensure it is secure.
4.
Position fingered edge of featherboard
against edge of workpiece, so that all of fingers contact workpiece. Slide featherboard
toward blade until first finger is nearly even
with end of workpiece, which should be 1"
away from blade.
Double-check workpiece and featherboard
5.
to ensure they are properly positioned as
described in Step 4. Then secure featherboard to table. Check featherboard by hand
to make sure it is tight.
Note: The featherboard should be placed
firmly enough against the workpiece to keep
it against the fence but not so tight that it is
difficult to feed the workpiece.
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Push Sticks
When used correctly, push sticks reduce the risk
of injury by keeping hands away from the blade
while cutting. In the event of an accident, a push
stick can also absorb damage that would have
otherwise happened to hands or fingers.
Using a Push Stick
Use push sticks whenever your hands will get
within 12" of the blade. To maintain control when
cutting large workpieces, start the cut by feeding
with your hands then use push sticks to finish
the cut, so your hands are not on the end of the
workpiece as it passes through the blade.
Feeding: Place the notched end of the push
stick against the end of the workpiece (see inset
Figure below), and move the workpiece into the
blade with steady downward and forward pressure.
Supporting: A second push stick can be used to
keep the workpiece firmly against the fence while
cutting. When using a push stick in this manner,
only apply pressure before the blade; otherwise,
pushing the workpiece against or behind the
blade will increase the risk of kickback (see "Push
Stick Prohibition Zone" in the Figure below).
Push Stick
Prohibition
Zone
Push Stick
Store Push
Stick Here
for Easy
Access
Supporting
Blade
Path
Push Stick
Feeding
Figure 162. Using push sticks to rip narrow
stock.
Making a Push Stick
Use this template to make
90º
Cut here to
1
⁄4" stock
push
Cut here to push 1⁄2" stock
Notch for placing on
corners of workpieces
MATERIAL: Only use
hardwood, sturdy plywood,
or high-density plastic. Do
not use softwood that may
break under pressure or
1
⁄2" Grid
metal that can break teeth
from the blade!
your own push stick.
15
Notch to help
prevent hand
from slipping
Figure 163. Side view of a push stick in use.
3
/
4
" Minimum Length
SIZING: Push stick
must be at least 15
1
long. Use
⁄2"–3⁄4" thick
material.
SANDING: Sand
edges to remove
rough edges and
increase comfort.
3
⁄4"
Figure 164. Template for a basic shop-made push stick (not shown at actual size).
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Push Blocks
When used correctly, a push block reduces the
risk of injury by keeping hands away from the
blade while cutting. In the event of an accident,
a push block often takes the damage that would
have otherwise happened to hands or fingers.
Using a Push Block
A push block can be used in place of or in addition to a push stick for feeding workpieces into the
blade. Due to their design, push blocks allow the
operator to apply firm downward pressure on the
workpiece that could not otherwise be achieved
with a push stick.
The push block design on this page can be used
in two different ways (see inset Figure below).
Typically, the bottom of the push block is used
until the end of the workpiece reaches the blade.
The notched end of the push block is then used
to push the workpiece the rest of the way through
the cut, keeping the operator's hands at a safe
distance from the blade. A push stick is often
used at the same time in the other hand to support the workpiece during the cut (see "Using a
Push Stick" on previous page).
Push Stick
Prohibition
Zone
Push Stick
Supporting
Blade
Path
Push
Block
Feeding
Figure 166. Using a push block and push stick
to make a rip cut.
Making a Push Block
Use this template to make your own push block.
Figure 165. Side view of a push block in use.
Notch for use
as a push stick
CAUTION: Only use hardwood, sturdy plywood,
or high-density plastic. Do not use softwood that
may break under pressure or metal that can break
teeth from the blade!
Handle for
firm grip
Make push block with
1
⁄2"–3⁄4" thick material
CAUTION: Bottom
of handle must be
at least 4
" above
bottom of push
block to keep
hand away
from blade.
4"
1
/4"–1/2"
1
⁄2" Grid
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Lip for pushing workpiece
9"−10" Minimum Length
Figure 167. Template for a shop-made push block (shown at 50% of full size).
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
ACCESSORIES
order online atwww.grizzly.comor call1-800-523-4777
Installing unapproved accessories may
SECTION 6: AFTERMARKET
ACCESSORIES FROM GRIZZLY
cause machine to malfunction, resulting in
serious personal injury or machine damage.
To reduce this risk, only install accessories
recommended for this machine by Grizzly.
NOTICE
Refer to our website or latest catalog for
additional recommended accessories.
T26700—12" Carbide-Tipped Ripping Blade,
40T
ATB grind on micro-grain carbide tips ensure consistent performance over a long cutting life. Arbor
bore size is 1" and kerf is 0.125". This 40-tooth
blade is designed for ripping and cross cutting.
T32567
Blade, 70T
This combination blade combines one flat tooth
for ripping, followed by four alternate top bevel
teeth for crosscutting, and a large gullet for effective chip clearance. This blade also features laser
cut anti-vibration slots, practically eliminating the
vibration that resonates in standard blades.
T23037—Scoring Blade Replacement
—14" Carbide-Tipped Combination
Figure 169. T32567 14" Combination Blade.
Figure 168. T26700 12" 40T Carbide-tipped saw
blade.
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Figure 170. T23037 Scoring Blade.
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order online atwww.grizzly.comor call1-800-523-4777
T26419—Syn-O-Gen Synthetic Grease
Formulated with 100% pure synthesized hydrocarbon basestocks that are compounded with special
thickeners and additives to make Syn-O-Gen
non-melt, tacky, and water resistant. Extremely
low pour point, extremely high temperature oxidation, and thermal stability produce a grease that is
unmatched in performance.
We've hand picked a selection of commonly used
dust collection components for the Model G0853.
W1008
D4218
W1318
Figure 171. T26419 Syn-O-Gen Synthetic
Grease.
G0862—3 HP Portable Cyclone Dust Collector
The capstone of our new line of affordable, highquality cyclones, the G0862 features a 3 HP
motor, a whopping 1941 CFM of airflow capacity,
and a 45-gallon collection capacity. It's packed
with features like a quick-release collection drum,
latching system, high-efficiency, two-stage separation driven by a 16" aluminum impeller, durable
powder coated finish, and a heavy-duty steel
frame and housing.
Figure 173. Recommended dust collection
accessories.
T34007—Lumber/Plywood Cart
This cart measures 60-1/2" wide, 45-1/2" deep,
and 60" tall, and has a maximum load capacity of
1100 lbs. The cart has four load levels on one side
for boards, strips, and other narrow stock, while
the other side can be loaded with sheet stock.
Includes four swivel casters.
Figure 174. T34007Lumber/Plywood Cart.
Figure 172. G0862 3 HP Portable Cyclone Dust
Collector.
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SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE
To reduce risk of shock or
accidental startup, always
disconnect machine from
Cleaning &
Protecting
power before adjustments,
maintenance, or service.
Schedule
For optimum performance from this machine, this
maintenance schedule must be strictly followed.
Ongoing
To minimize your risk of injury and maintain proper
machine operation, shut down the machine immediately if you ever observe any of the items below,
and fix the problem before continuing operations:
• Loose mounting bolts.
• Damaged saw blade.
Worn or damaged wires.
•
Any other unsafe condition.
•
Weekly Maintenance
• Clean sliding table surface and grooves.
• Clean and protect cast iron table.
• Clean rip fence and slide ways.
Cleaning the saw is relatively easy. Vacuum
excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off the
remaining dust with a dry cloth. If any resin has
built up, use a resin-dissolving cleaner to remove
it.
Protect the unpainted cast iron table by wiping it
clean after every use—this ensures moisture from
wood dust does not remain on the bare metal surface. Keep the table rust-free with regular applications of products like SLIPIT
®
(see Figure 175).
Recommended Metal Protectants
G5562—SLIPIT® 1 Qt. Gel
G5563—SLIPIT
®
11 Oz. Spray
Monthly Check
• Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside cabinet and off motor.
• Check/replace belts for proper tension, damage or wear (Page 90).
Every 6–12 Months:
• Lubricate slide shafts (Page 86).
• Lubricate blade tilt gear (Page 86).
• Lubricate trunnions (Page 87).
• Lubricate rip fence leadscrew (Page 87).
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Figure 175. Recommended products for protect-
ing unpainted cast iron/steel part on machinery.
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Lubrication
To reduce risk of shock or
accidental startup, always
disconnect machine from
An essential part of lubrication is cleaning the
components before lubricating them. This step
is critical because dust and chips build up on
lubricated components, which makes them hard
to move. Simply adding more lubrication to builtup grime will not result in smooth-moving parts.
Clean the components in this section with an oil/
grease solvent cleaner or mineral spirits before
applying lubrication.
All bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated. Leave them alone until they need to be
replaced.
power before adjustments,
maintenance, or service.
Items Needed Qty
NLGI#2 Grease or Equivalent ........... As Needed
Grease Gun
Mineral Spirits
Clean Shop Rags
Stiff Brush
Lubrication Type ... T26419 or NLGI#2 Equivalent
Amount
Lubrication Frequency
Clean the teeth of the tilt gear (see Figure 177)
with a stiff brush and mineral spirits. When dry,
apply a thin coat of lubricant into the teeth with a
brush and tilt the blade back and forth a few times
to distribute the grease.
To grease the blade-tilt trunnions (see Figure 178),
move the sliding table out of the way, open the
blade guard, then tilt the blade to 0°. From the
front of the saw, smear a dab of grease in the front
of the trunnion grooves on both sides. Now, tilt
the blade to 45° and reach inside the cabinet and
smear a dab of grease into the back of the trunnion grooves on both sides. Tilt the blade through
its full range of movement to spread the grease.
Trunnions
Clean the threads of the rip fence leadscrew (see
Figure 17 9) with a stiff brush and mineral spirits.
When dry, add lubricant to the grease fitting, and
move the rip fence back and forth a few times to
distribute the grease.
Grease
Fitting
Leadscrew
Figure 179. Grease fitting for rip fence
leadscrew.
Figure 178. Trunnion lubrication locations (table
removed for clarity).
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Review the troubleshooting procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine. If you need
replacement parts or additional help with a procedure, call our Technical Support.
the
serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling.
SECTION 8: SERVICE
Troubleshooting
SymptomPossible CausePossible Solution
Machine does
not start, or
power supply
breaker
immediately
trips after
startup.
Machine
stalls or is
underpowered.
1. Master power switch in OFF position.
2. E-Stop button depressed/at fault.
3. Blown fuse.
4. Machine wired out of phase.
5. Incorrect power supply voltage or circuit size.
6. Blade cover limit switch engaged/at fault.
7. Cabinet door limit switch engaged/at fault.
8. Power supply circuit breaker tripped or fuse
blown.
9. Thermal overload relay has tripped/at fault.
10. Contactor not energized/at fault.
11. Wiring broken, disconnected, or corroded.
12. Motor ON button is at fault.
13. Circuit board at fault.
14. Start delay module at fault.
15. Motor or motor bearings at fault.
1. Workpiece material unsuitable for machine.
2. Feed rate/cutting speed too fast.
3. Workpiece crooked; fence loose or
misadjusted.
4. Dust collection ducting problem.
5. Machine undersized for task.
6. Feed rate too aggressive for motor blade.
7. Blade dull or wrong blade for task.
8. Belt(s) slipping/pulleys misaligned.
9. Motor wired incorrectly.
10. Pulley slipping on shaft.
11. Contactor not energized/at fault.
12. Motor or motor bearings at fault.
13. Start delay module at fault.
1. Turn master power switch to ON position.
2. Rotate E-Stop button head to reset. Replace if at fault.
3. Blown fuse/ensure no shorts.
4. Reverse R & T incoming power connections in junction
box (Page 44).
5. Ensure correct power supply voltage and circuit size.
6. Move blade cover to working position; replace faulty
limit switch.
7. Close door/replace faulty safety switch.
8. Ensure circuit is free of shorts. Reset circuit breaker or
replace fuse.
9. Reset. Adjust or replace if at fault.
10. Test all legs for power; replace if necessary.
11. Fix broken wires or disconnected/corroded
connections.
12. Replace faulty ON button.
13. Replace circuit board.
14. Adjust to correct delay/replace.
15. Replace motor.
1. Only cut wood/ensure moisture is below 20%.
2. Decrease feed rate/cutting speed.
3. Straighten or replace workpiece/adjust fence.
4. Clear blockages, seal leaks, use smooth-wall duct,
eliminate bends, close other branches.
5. Use correct blade/reduce feed rate or depth of cut.
6. Reduce feed pressure and speed.
7. Use correct blade for type of cut. Use sharp blade.
8. Clean/tension/replace belt(s); ensure pulleys are
aligned.
9. Wire motor correctly.
10. Tighten/replace loose pulley/shaft.
11. Test all legs for power; repair/replace if at fault.
12. Replace motor.
13. Adjust to correct delay; replace module.
Note:Please gather
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SymptomPossible CausePossible Solution
Machine has
vibration or
noisy operation.
Blades rotate
in the opposite
direction as
they should.
Workpiece has
burned edges,
binds, or kicks
back.
Workpiece has
chip out on the
bottom edge.
Sliding table
saw does not
cut square.
Rip fence hits
table top when
sliding across
table.
Blade does not
reach 90˚, or
blade does not
reach 45˚.
Rip fence not
accurate.
Overhead
control panel
ashing/
unresponsive.
1. Motor or component loose.
2. Blade at fault.
3. Belt(s) worn, loose, pulleys misaligned.
4. Pulley loose.
5. Motor mount loose/broken.
6. Machine incorrectly mounted or sits unevenly
on oor.
7. Arbor pulley loose.
8. Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover.
9. Arbor bearings at fault.
10. Motor bearings at fault.
1. Two of the power wires are reversed.1. Reverse R & T incoming power connections in junction
1. Sliding table or rip fence not parallel with
blade.
2. Riving knife not aligned with blade.
3. Blade is warped/damaged/dull.
1. Scoring blade height incorrect.
2. Scoring blade not aligned with main blade.
3. Scoring blade kerf does not match main
blade.
1. Sliding table is not parallel with blade.
2. Crosscut fence is not perpendicular to blade.
1. Rip fence leadscrew housing not ush with
table.
2. Rip fence roller too low.
1. Blade tilt out of adjustment.1. Calibrate blade tilt (Page 92).
1. Rip fence not calibrated with blade.1. Calibrate rip fence (Page 96).
1. Rip fence travel limits exceeded. 1. Press M+ button on control panel to move rip fence
1. Replace damaged or missing bolts/nuts or tighten if
loose.
3. Inspect/replace belt(s); realign pulleys, if necessary.
4. Secure pulley on shaft.
5. Tighten/replace.
6. Tighten/replace anchor studs in oor; relocate/shim
machine.
7. Retighten/replace arbor pulley with shaft and use
thread locking liquid.
8. Fix/replace fan cover; replace loose/damaged fan.
9. Replace arbor housing bearings; replace arbor.
10. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft
requires bearing replacement.
box (Page 44).
1. Make sliding table/rip fence parallel with blade (Page
94).
2. Align riving knife with main blade (Page 49).
3. Replace blade (Page 55).
1. Adjust height of scoring blade (Page 58).
2. Align scoring blade with main blade (Page 58).
3. Adjust scoring blade kerf (Page 58).
1. Make sliding table parallel with blade (Page 94).
2. Adjust crosscut fence perpendicular to blade (Page
95).
1. Adjust rip fence leadscrew housing so it is ush with
table (Page 96).
2. Adjust rip fence roller (Page97).
back within travel limits; or press release button on
side of rip fence base, manually push fence back
within travel limits, and calibrate rip fence (Page 96).
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Belt Service
The belts will stretch slightly as the saw is used.
Most of the stretching will occur during the first
16 hours of use, but it may continue through continued use. To maintain efficient power transfer
to the blades, make sure the belts are properly
tensioned and in good condition. If belts show any
glazing, fraying, or cracking, replace them.
Scoring Motor
Spring
Figure 181. Location of scoring motor spring.
To reduce risk of shock or
accidental startup, always
disconnect machine from
power before adjustments,
maintenance, or service.
Tensioning Scoring Motor Belt
Proper tension of the scoring motor flat belt is
automatically maintained by a spring on the motor
pivot rod (see Figures 180 –181).
Scoring Motor
Flat Belt
Replacing Scoring Motor Belt
To replace the scoring motor belt, tilt the blade to
45°, have an assistant lift the scoring motor up to
relieve the belt tension, then replace the belt with
a new one. When the motor is lowered, proper
belt tension will be applied by the spring.
Tensioning Main Motor Belt
Proper tension of the main motor belt is automatically maintained by a cam lock attached to the
motor mounting plate and arbor support bracket
(see Figure 182).
Cam Lock
Main Motor
Belt
Figure 180. Location of scoring motor flat belt.
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Figure 182. Location of main motor belt and
cam lock (table removed for clarity).
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
Replacing Main Motor Belt
The belt transfers power from the main motor to
the main blade.
The riving knife must be aligned with the blade
when installed. If the riving knife is not aligned
with the blade, then the workpiece will be forced
sideways during the cut, which will increase the
risk of kickback.
The riving knife mounts to a block that can be
repositioned to correctly align the riving knife with
the blade. The mounting block adjusts by turning
the set screws in each corner of the block. Figure 187 shows the set screws associated with controlling the mounting block position. Have patience
when adjusting the mounting block, because it
requires trial-and-error to perform with accuracy.
Mounting Block
Face View
Top Control
Side
Control
Side
Control
To adjust riving knife mount block:
1. Raise blade guard and move it away from
blade, then adjust blade tilt to 0° and raise
blade all the way up.
2. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
Move sliding table all the way backward to
3.
expose blade cover, then lock it in place.
Use blade locks to open cover (see Figure
4.
98 on Page 55) and gain access to riving
knife mounting block.
Loosen hex nut that secures riving knife to
5.
mounting block, and remove riving knife.
Adjust each pair of set screws that controls
6.
the direction required to move mounting
block so riving knife can be aligned with
blade. Make sure to move both set screws in
even increments.
Bottom Control
Figure 187. Riving knife mounting block
adjustment controls.
All adjustment and alignment positions for the
riving knife are covered on Page 49 in the subsection Riving Knife Installation & Removal;
the mounting block should not be adjusted unless
you have been unable to mount the riving knife as
instructed by these procedures.
Re-install riving knife and check alignment
7.
with blade. Repeat Step 6 as necessary until
riving knife is properly aligned with blade.
Note:If you discover that riving knife is bent
and cannot be properly aligned with the
blade, it is possible to bend it into alignment,
but make sure that the final result is precisely aligned so the risk of kickback is not
increased. If the riving knife is bent, and you
cannot easily bend it back into alignment, we
recommend replacing it with a new one.
Properly re-install riving knife as described on
8.
Page 49, close blade cover, properly reposi-
tion blade guard, and move sliding table back
to center position.
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Sliding Table Parallel
Adjustment
The sliding table is adjusted parallel with the
main blade at the factory, but it can re-adjusted if
necessary.
Tools Needed Qty
Felt Tip Pen ....................................................... 1
5. Rotate blade 180°, move sliding table all the
way back, then measure distance “B” shown
in Figure 188.
— If “A” and “B” measurements are same
or difference is 0.004" or less, no adjustments to table parallelism need be made.
— If difference is greater than 0.004", then
sliding table parallelism must be adjusted.
Proceed to Step 6.
Loosen (5) hex bolts under sliding table to
6.
allow sliding table to move in next step (refer
to Figures 20–24 on Pages 28–29 for hex
bolt locations).
To adjust sliding table parallel with main
blade:
1. Raise main blade as high as it will go and
adjust tilt angle to 0° (verify with square).
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
3. Mark one blade tooth with felt tip pen. This
will be your reference point when taking measurements in following steps.
Move sliding table all the way forward, and
4.
measure distance “A” shown in Figure 188,
which is between marked blade tooth and
edge of sliding table miter slot.
Marked Tooth
Blade
Miter Slot
A
Adjust adjustment bolts underneath each end
7.
of sliding table (see Figure 189) to make sliding table parallel with main blade.
Adjustment Bolt
(1 of 2)
Figure 189. Sliding table parallelism adjustment
bolt (1 of 2).
Once sliding table parallelism is within 0.004"
8.
from one end to the other, retighten hex bolts
and re-install access panels.
Marked Tooth
B
Figure 188. Measuring distance between miter
slot and blade at each end of sliding table.
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Squaring Crosscut
Test
Piece
1
2
3
4
Fence to Blade
3. Move crosscut fence stop block against 0°
stop bolt (see Figure 191), then retighten
pivot lock knob to secure fence in place.
Squaring the crosscut fence to the blade ensures
that cuts made with the crosscut fence will be
square. This procedure can be done by using a
32" x 32" piece of scrap plywood as a test piece
and making five test cuts, then adjusting the fence
as necessary.
Note: Getting accurate results with this procedure
is a matter of trial-and-error and patience.
To square crosscut fence with blade:
Make sure sliding table is parallel with
1.
main blade (refer to Sliding Table Parallel
Adjustment on Page 94 for detailed
instructions).
Release latch on 0° stop block and loosen
2.
crosscut fence pivot lock knob (see Figure
190) to allow fence to pivot.
0° Stop Block
Stop Bolt
Latch
Figure 191. Stop bolt latch in secured position.
4.
Prepare scrap test piece by cutting it to 32"
x 32" square, then number all four sides 1–4
(see Figure 192).
Pivot
Lock Knob
Figure 190. Stop block against 0° stop bolt.
Model G0853 (Mfd. Since 06/24)
0° Stop Bolt
& Block
Figure 192. Fence adjustment test piece.
Use crosscut fence to cut 1⁄2" off of each side
5.
of test piece, then cut side 1 again (make five
cuts total).
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Test
Piece
1
2
3
4
6.
Measure test piece diagonally from corner-to-
corner, as shown in Figure 193.
Calibrating
— If both measurements are within 1⁄16", then
you are finished with this procedure.
— If both measurements are not within 1⁄16",
then crosscut fence needs to be adjusted.
Proceed to Step 7.
Figure 193. Diagonals to measure on test piece.
Loosen crosscut fence pivot lock knob to
7.
allow fence to pivot.
Rip Fence
There are three adjustments that affect the accuracy and operation of the rip fence: 1) Height
above the table, 2) parallelism with the blade,
and 3) distance to the blade. If your cuts are not
square when using the rip fence, or if the width
of your cuts are inaccurate, check these adjustments. Parallelism is an important safety adjustment and the rip fence MUST be parallel with the
blade to minimize the risk of kickback.
Height Above Table
The rip fence and base should ride as close to the
table surface as possible without touching it and
with an even gap along the length. This is accomplished by adjusting the rip fence leadscrew housing and the roller at the end of the fence base.
in Figure 190 on the previous page, rotate
90° stop bolt to square crosscut fence, then
retighten hex nut.
Move crosscut fence stop block against 0°
9.
stop bolt, then retighten pivot lock knob to
secure fence in place.
Repeat Steps 5–6 until both measurements
10.
are with
1
⁄16".
Make sure sliding table (refer to Page 94)
1.
and crosscut fence (refer to Page 95) are
parallel with main blade.
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2. Observe gap between fence base and table
along entire length.
— If fence base is too low at leadscrew hous-
ing end, loosen hex nuts (see Figure 194)
securing leadscrew housing to cast-iron
table, and loosen cap screw on L-bracket
(see Figure195) securing leadscrew
housing to large extension table.
— If far end of fence base is too low, slide
fence off of base, and rotate base up off of
table until roller is visible.
Loosen cap screw shown in Figure 196,
adjust wheel position, retighten cap screw,
lower fence base back onto table, and reinstall fence on fence base.
Roller
Rip Fence
Base
Figure 194. Location of hex nuts securing rip
fence leadscrew housing to cast-iron table.
L-bracket
Figure 195. Location of L-bracket securing rip
fence leadscrew housing to large extension
table.
Raise leadscrew housing until fence base
gap is even, then retighten hex nuts and
cap screw.
Figure 196. Rip fence base roller components.
Parallelism With Blade
Parallelism is an important safety adjustment. Rip fence MUST be parallel with blade
to minimize risk of kickback.
is even at both ends, then fence is parallel
with main blade. No further adjustment is
necessary.
— If gap between rip fence and main blade is
not even at both ends, loosen cap screws
securing fence base to mounting bracket
(see Figure197), and adjust set screws
on face of bracket until fence is parallel
with blade, then retighten cap screws.
Distance To Blade
The distance between the rip fence and the blade
must be calibrated accurately to produce precise
cuts. If the width of your cuts does not match
the measurements entered in the control panel,
perform the steps below. Likewise, each time
the main blade is changed, or the fence face is
changed between vertical and horizontal positions, this procedure should be followed.
tighten left-hand set screw evenly to
rotate fence base clockwise. Loosen lefthand set screw and tighten right-hand
set screw evenly to rotate fence base
counterclockwise.
x 2
x 2
Figure 197. Location of rip fence components
used to adjust parallelism.
Mounting
Bracket
To calibrate rip fence distance to blade:
Enter 10" on overhead control panel and
1.
press START key.
Once rip fence has moved into position, load
2.
test piece onto table saw.
Prepare test piece by cutting it to 10" wide.
3.
4. Measure width of test piece.
— If test piece measures 10" wide, then you
are finished with this procedure.
— If test piece does not measure 10" wide,
then rip fence needs to be calibrated.
Proceed to Step 5.
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