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BT3100K
254 mm TABLE SAW WITH KIT
OWNER’S OPERATION MANUAL
N197
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
■ Product Specifications .............................................. 2
■ Rules for Safe Operation ........................................ 3-6
■ Glossary of Terms For Woodworking ...................... 7
■ Unpacking and Tools Needed ................................... 8
■ Loose Parts List .................................................... 9-10
■ Features ............................................................... 11-13
Operating Components .............................................. 12
Power Switch ............................................................. 12
Turn Your Saw On ..................................................... 12
To Turn Your Saw Off ................................................ 12
To Lock Your Saw Switch .......................................... 12
Blades ........................................................................ 13
■ Assembly ............................................................. 14-19
Assembly Leg Stand .................................................. 14
Assembly Storage Brackets ....................................... 15
Mounting Leg Stand to the Table Saw Base .............. 15
To Install Front and Back Rails ............................. 15-16
To Install Mitre Table and Fence ................................ 16
To Install Accessory Table and Rip Fence ................. 17
Removing/Replacing the Throat Plate ....................... 17
Blade and Guard Assembly ....................................... 18
To Check Saw Blade Installation ............................... 19
To Install Blade Guard Assembly ............................... 19
■ Operation ............................................................. 20-31
Basic Operation .......................................................... 20
Causes of Kickback and Avoiding Kickback .............. 20
Cutting Aids ................................................................ 20
Types of Cuts ............................................................. 21
Featherboard .............................................................. 22
How To Make a Featherboard ............................... 22
How To Mount a Featherboard ............................. 22
Settings And Adjustments ..................................... 23-26
To Remove The Blade .......................................... 23
To Check, Replace or Adjust The Riving Knife
and Blade Guard Assembly............................... 24
To Adjust the Blade Depth .................................... 25
To Adjust the Blade Angle ..................................... 25
To Set the Scale to the Blade ................................ 25
To Lock the Mitre Table ......................................... 26
Making Cuts .......................................................... 26-31
To Make a Straight Cross Cut ............................... 26
To Make a Mitre Cut .............................................. 27
To Make a Straight Rip Cut ................................... 27
To Make a Bevel Cross Cut .................................. 28
To Make a Bevel Rip Cut ...................................... 28
To Make a Compound Mitre Cut ........................... 29
To Make a Large Panel Cut .................................. 29
To Make Non-Through Cuts .................................. 30
To Make Dado Cuts .............................................. 31
■ Maintenance ........................................................ 32-38
General Maintenance ................................................. 32
Lubrication
Locker Bracket Assembly ...................................... 32
Tilt / Elevating Mechanism .................................... 32
To Set Blade to 0 or 45 Degrees ................................ 33
To Check Alignment of the Rip Fence to
the Blade .......................................................... 33-34
To Adjust the Bevel Locking Lever ............................. 34
To Align the Mitre Locking Clamps ............................ 34
To Adjust the Front and Rear Rail Clamps ................ 35
To Adjust the Accessory Table .................................. 35
To Adjust the Sliding Mitre Table Assembly ............... 35
Checking Sliding Mitre Table Assembly ................ 36-37
Making Adjustments to Sliding Mitre Fence Table
Assembly .......................................................... 37-38
■ Troubleshooting .................................................. 39-40
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Diametre 254 mm (10 in)
Blade Arbor 16 mm (5/8 in)
Cutting Depth at 0° 90.5 mm ( 3-9/16 in)
Cutting Depth at 45° 63.5 mm (2-1/2 in)
Rating 240V, 50Hz AC
Output Speed 4,800 RPM
Net Weight Without Workstand 56 kg
Net Weight With Workstand 59 kg
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the
explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicates caution, warning, or danger. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
IMPORTANT
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest Ryobi
AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE for repair. When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to use the tool until you have read
thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s
manuals. Pay close attention to the safety rules, including
Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use this tool
properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy
years of safe, reliable service.
CAUTION:
Carefully read through this entire operator's manual
before using your new saw. Pay close attention to the
Rules For Safe Operation and all Safety Alert Symbols
including Danger, Warning, and Caution. If you use your
saw properly and only for what it is intended, you will
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
WARNING:
Observe all normal safety precautions related to avoiding
electrical shock.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye
protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SAFETY RULES
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL.
Learn the tool's application and limitations as well as the
specific hazards peculiar to it.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-
prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical
receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate a twoprong receptacle, the adapter lug must be attached to a
known ground. Never remove the third prong.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it "ON".
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to
rain. Keep work area well.
KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and
visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF-
switches, or by removing starter keys.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do
a job for which it was not designed.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, rings,
gloves, neckties, bracelets,or jewelry to get caught in
moving parts. Non-slip foot wear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
ALWAYS WEAR SUITABLE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING
(1) Wear safety glasses. (2). Hearing protection. (3)
Respiratory protection (4)Wear gloves when handling saw
blades and rough material.
Saw blades shall be carried in a holder whenever
practicable.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It's safer than using your hand and frees both
hands to operate tool.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
improper accessories may cause hazards.
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in
"OFF" position before plugging in power cord.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
contacted.
before servicing and when changing
With padlocks,master
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function.Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced.
DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete
stop.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drug, alcohol or any medication.
MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER
SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected or
reconnected.
WARNING: The dust generated by certain woods and
wood products can be injurious to your health. Always
run machine in well ventilated areas and provide for proper
dust removal. Use dust collection systems when sawing.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR
TABLE SAW
WARNING:
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of fire, electrical shock and personal injury: read all these
instructions before attempting to operate this product
and save these instructions.
ALWAYS use guard, splitter and anti-kickback fingers on
all"thru-sawing" operations. Thru-sawing operations are
those when the blade cuts completely through the work
piece as in ripping or cross-cutting.
ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the mitre gauge of
fence.
ALWAYS use a push stick for ripping narrow stock. Refer to
ripping applications in instruction manual where Push stick
is covered in detail. See push stick pattern Included in this
instruction manual.
NEVER perform any operation "free-hand" which means
using your hand to support or guide the workpiece. Always
use either the fence or the mitre gauge to position and guide
the work.
NEVER Stand or have any part of your body in line with the
path of the saw blade. KEEP your hands out of the line of
the saw blade.
NEVER reach behind or over the cutting tool with either hand
for any reason.
MOVE the rip fence out of the way when cross-cutting.
NEVER use the fence as a cut-off gauge when cross-cutting.
DIRECTION OF FEED Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter only.
NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without
first turning the saw OFF. Turn off switch immediately to
prevent motor damage.
When using electric tools basic safety
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
PROVIDE adequate support to the rear and sides of the
saw table for wide or long work pieces.
AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back toward you)by:
(1) Keeping blade sharp.
(2) Keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade.
(3) Keeping splitter and guard in place and operating.
(4) Not releasing the work before it is pushed all the way
past the saw blade.
(5) Not ripping work that is twisted or warped or does not
have a straight edge to guide along the fence.
AVOID awkward operations and hand positions where a
sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the cutting
tool.
NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents could
possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.Only
a soft damp cloth should be used to clean plastic parts.
PERMANENTLY mount the saw to a supporting surface
before performing any cutting operations.
NEVER cut metals or materials which may make hazardous
dust.
ALWAYS use in a well ventilated area. Remove saw dust
frequently. Clean out sawdust from the interior of the saw
to prevent a potential fire hazard.
Do not use saw blades which are damaged or deformed.
Replace table insert when worn.
Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer,
Warning: The splitter shall not be thicker than the kerf of
blade and not thinner than the body of saw blade.
Take care that the selection of the saw blade depends on
the material to be cut. Use only saw blades for which the
maximum possible speed is not less than the maximum
speed of the tool and the material to be cut. Do not use
high speed steel (HSS) blades.
Use this table saw to cut only wood and wood like
products.
Use push-sticks to feed the workpiece past the blade.
Always store the push stick with the machine when not
in use.
Connect saw to a dust-collecting device when sawing.
Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be stored
in a dry locked-up place, out of reach of children.
Connect dust extraction equipment. If device are provided
for the connection of dust extraction and collecting
equipment ensure these are connected and properly used.
Do not abuse the cord. Never yank the cord to disconnect
it from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense
and do not operate the tool when you are tired.
Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have them
repaired at an authorised service facility. Inspect extension
cord periodically and replace if damaged.
Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This electric
tool complies with the relevant rules. Repairs should only
be carried out by qualified persons using original spare
parts, otherwise this may result in considerable danger to
the user.
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Use outdoor extension leads. When the tool is used outdoors,
use only extension cords intended for outdoor use and so
marked.
■ CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service
personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly
grounded.
■ USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES: 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
■ DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided. If it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
■ USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in
this manual or addendums. Blades must be rated for at
least 5,500 rpm. Use of accessories that are not listed may
cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe use
of accessories are included with the accessory.
■ DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight
and not making contact with saw or workpiece before
connecting to power supply.
■ SECURE THE SAW TO THE LEG STAND OR A WORKBENCH capable of supporting the load of the saw plus any
workpiece. This is necessary to avoid any risk of the saw
tipping over.
■ MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere
with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using
the table saw.
■ ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to
avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power
supply.
■ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently
and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this
tool, loan them these instructions also.
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
timber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS (Fig. 1a&1b&1c)
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this
product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair
information.
MEANING
MEANING
Fig. 1a
Fig. 1b
Fig. 1c
SYMBOL
• Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
• Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
• NO HANDS SYMBOL
• NO HANDS SYMBOL
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will
result in serious personal injury.
result in serious personal injury.
• GOGGLES WARNING SYMBOL
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields and a full face shield when needed.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Anti-Kickback Pawls (Fingers)
Device which, when properly installed and maintained, is
designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back
toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.
Arbor
The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.
Bevel Cut
A cutting operation made with an angled blade.
Compound Cut
A cut with both a mitre angle and a bevel angle.
Crosscut
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain of the
workpiece.
Dado
A non-through cut which produces a square sided notch or
trough in the workpiece.
Featherboard
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it
securely against the table or fence during any rip cut operation.
Freehand
Performing a cut without using a fence, mitre gauge, fixture,
hold down clamp, or other proper device to keep the workpiece
from twisting during the cut.
Gum
A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.
Heel
Misalignment of the blade.
Kerf
The amount of material removed by the blade in a through
cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or
partial cut.
Kickback
An uncontrolled grabbing and throwing of the workpiece
back toward the front of the saw. Associated with the
workpiece closing the kerf and pinching the blade or otherwise
placing tension on the blade.
Leading End
The end of the workpiece which, during a rip type operation,
is pushed into the cutting tool first.
Mitre Cut
A cutting operation made with the wood at any angle other
than 90 degrees.
Molding
A cut which produces a special shape in the workpiece, used
for joining or decoration.
Non-Through Cuts
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.
Push Block
A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw, except
during narrow ripping type operations where a push stick
should be used. It also helps keep the operator's hands well
away from the blade.
Push Stick
A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw to help
keep the operator's hands well away from the blade.
Rabbet
A notch in the edge of a workpiece.
Resin
A sticky, sap base substance that has hardened.
Ripping Or Rip Cut
A cutting or shaping operation made along the length or with
the grain of the workpiece.
Riving Knife
Also known as a spreader or splitter. A metal piece, slightly
thinner than the saw blade which helps keep the kerf open
and prevent kickback.
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one
minute.
Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it
applies to the workpiece, that area which will be, or has been,
cut by the blade.
Set
The distance that the tip of the sawblade tooth is bent (or set)
outward from the face of the blade.
Throw-Back
Throwing of a workpiece in a manner similar to a kickback.
Usually associated with a cause other than the kerf closing,
such as a workpiece being dropped onto the blade or being
placed inadvertently in contact with the blade.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely
through the thickness of the workpiece.
Trailing End
The workpiece end last cut by the blade in a ripping operation.
Workpiece
The item on which the cutting operation is being done. The
surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces,
ends, and edges.
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UNPACKING
Your Model BT3100K Table Saw is shipped complete in one
carton and includes two table extensions, a rip fence, a mitre
fence with adjusting clamp, a blade guard, rails, and leg
stand and router plate.
Separate all parts from packing materials and check each
one with the illustration and the list of Loose Parts to make
sure all items are accounted for, before discarding any
packing material.
If any parts are missing, do not attempt to assemble the
table saw, plug in the power cord, or turn the switch on
until the missing parts are obtained and are installed
correctly.
TOOLS NEEDED
3/8 in. NUT DRIVER
The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After assembling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has influenced the
settings, refer to specific procedures explained in the operation and maintenance sections of this manual.
WARNING:
If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the
missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result
in possible serious personal injury.
3/4 in.
WRENCH
SOCKET WRENCH
WITH 7/16 in.
SOCKET
COMBINATION
SQUARE
ADJUSTABLE
WRENCH
#2 PHILLIPS
SCREWDRIVER
FLAT BLADE
SCREWDRIVER
FRAMING SQUARE
Fig. 2
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LOOSE PARTS LIST
8
4
3
2
1
21
20
5
6
7
8
19
18
15
15
17
Key
No. Description Quan.
1 Rip Scale Indicator .......................................... 1
2 Screw .............................................................. 1
3 Hex Nut ........................................................... 1
4 End Plug ......................................................... 4
5 Rip Fence........................................................ 1
6 Sliding Mitre Table .......................................... 1
7 Accessory Table ............................................. 1
8 Blade Guard With Riving Knife
and Anti-Kickback Pawls................................. 1
9 Large Wrench ................................................. 1
10 Small Wrench.................................................. 1
11 Rear Rail ......................................................... 1
12 Front Rail ........................................................ 1
16
14
13
9
11
12
10
Fig. 3
Key
No. Description Quan.
13 Screw .............................................................. 1
14 Washer............................................................ 1
15 Knob................................................................ 1
16 Adjusting Clamp .............................................. 1
17 Mitre Fence With Mitre Indicator and Locator
Pin Pivot ...................................................... 1
18 3/32 in. Hex Key (Included)............................. 1
19 1/8 in. Hex Key (Included)............................... 1
20 5/32 in. Hex Key (Included)............................. 1
21 3/16 in. Hex Key (Included)............................. 1
22 Instructional Video (Not Shown)
23 Operator's Manual (Not Shown)
24 Warranty Registration Card (Not Shown)
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LOOSE PARTS LIST
The following items are included with your table saw leg stand.
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F
A. Storage Bracket ....................................................
B. Screw (
C. Lower Brace
D. Hex Nut (
E. Washer (
F. Leveling Foot
G. Leg
1/4-20 x 1/2 in. Pan Hd.)...........................4
.......................................................... 4
5/16-18) ................................................32
5/16 in.)..................................................32
........................................................ 4
........................................................................ 4
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D
H. Carriage Bolt (
I. Upper Brace ..................................
J. Hex Nut (
K. Washer (
L. Bolt (
M. Upper Side Brace............................
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F
5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) ............................24
1/4-20) ......................................................8
1/4 in.) .......
4-20 x 3/4 in. Hex Hd.) .................................4
1/
...................
Fig. 4
..........................2
............................12
........................2
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FEATURES
Your saw is designed to perform as a versatile, accurate,
precision cutting tool that is easy to operate.
It is equipped with the following features for convenience,
ease of use, and high-quality performance:
•a combination saw blade
•a bevel indicator to set the exact angle of the blade, with
locking lever
• an adjustable and reversible sliding mitre table
• an adjustable mitre fence with mitre indicator
• an adjustable accessory table
• an adjustable rip fence with scale indicator
• an adjustable riving knife (splitter) and blade guard with
anti-kickback pawls
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SAW
SLIDING
MITRE TABLE
THROAT
PLATE
BLADE GUARD
ASSEMBLY
ANTI-KICKBACK
PAWLS
RIVING KNIFE
• front and rear guide rails with an easy-to-read scale on
front rail
•a dust exhaust that can be adapted to a standard shop
vacuum
• blade adjusting handle to set depth of cut
• switch with lockable cover plate to help prevent
authorised use
These features provide ease of cutting with all types of wood.
WARNING:
Before attempting to use your table saw, familiarise
yourself with all operating features and safety
requirements.
SAW BLADE
REAR RAIL
RIP FENCE
ACCESSORY
TABLE
SCALE
INDICATOR
SCALE
ADJUSTING
CLAMP
MITRE FENCE
FENCE HOLDER
END PLUG (4)
MITRE SCALE
LOCKING CLAMPS
QUICK-STOP
MITRE
MITRE
FRONT RAIL
RIP FENCE
LOCKING HANDLE
SWITCH WITH
LOCKABLE COVER
BLADE
ADJUSTING HANDLE
BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER
BEVEL
INDICATOR
STORAGE
BRACKETS
MITRE
SLIDE LOCK
MITRE
TABLE BASE
BEVEL SCALE
LEVELING FOOT
LEG STAND
Fig. 5
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FEATURES
WARNING:
Although some of the illustrations in this manual are
shown with the blade guard removed for clarity, do not
operate the saw without the blade guard unless specifically
instructed to do so.
TO TURN YOUR SAW OFF:
1. Press the switch button down to turn off ( ).
TO LOCK YOUR SAW :
1. Press the switch button down.
2. Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a safe,
secure location.
OPERATING COMPONENTS
The upper portion of the blade projects up through the table,
surrounded by an insert called the throat plate. To cut wood
at a bevel, the blade must be tilted, using the blade adjustment handle, scale, and bevel indicator found on the front of
the cabinet. Inside the cabinet, adjustable positive stops are
provided for 0º and 45º.
The sliding mitre table assembly is used for all crosscutting
operations. The mitre fence is easily adjusted to cut wood at
an angle by loosening the adjusting clamp, setting the fence
to the mitre scale, and retightening the clamp. The sliding
mitre table, which rests on a base mounted on the rails, can
be repositioned along the rails for wide work. It can be
reversed so the projecting base is in the back. It can also be
moved from the right side to the left side as needed. With the
mitre fence removed the mitre table offers additional support
for other operations such as ripping.
Your saw includes a rip fence and an accessory table. The
accessory table can be moved from the right side of the saw
to the left side as needed. The rip fence is used to position
work that will be cut lengthwise. A scale on the front rail
shows the distance between the rip fence and the blade.
The riving knife is a metal device directly behind and above
the blade. It is used to help keep the cut wood from binding
together and causing possible kickback. It is very important
to use the riving knife for all through-sawing operations. The
anti-kickback pawls are toothed plates mounted on the riving
knife. Their teeth point away from the work in case the work
should be pulled back, toward the operator. Then the teeth
dig into the wood to help prevent or reduce the possibility of
kickback.
Your Ryobi BT3100K table saw features a receptacle on the
right side of the cabinet that permits use of accessories. Use
only accessories that are listed for use with this tool. When
using a listed accessory, unplug the saw motor cord and use
the receptacle and BT3100K main power switch to operate
the accessory.
POWER SWITCH
See Figure 6.
Your table saw is equipped with a power switch that has a
built-in locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent
unauthorised and possible hazardous use by children and
others.
TO TURN YOUR SAW ON:
1. With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the switch
button to turn on ( ).
WARNING:
Always remove the switch key when the tool is not in use
and keep it in a safe place. In the event of a power failure,
turn the switch off ( ) and remove the key. This action
will prevent the tool from accidentally starting when power
returns.
WARNING:
AL WA YS make sure your workpiece is not in contact with
the blade before operating the switch to start the tool.
Failure to heed this warning may cause the workpiece to
be kicked back toward the operator and result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of accidental starting, ALWAYS make
sure the switch is in the off ( ) position before plugging
tool into the power source .
SWITCH
BUTTON
IN ON
POSITION
SWITCH
KEY
SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION
SWITCH
BUTTON
IN OFF
POSITION
Fig. 6
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FEATURES
BLADES
It is recommended that you use only the RYOBI 254mm (10in) Combination Blade, which is for use with the BT3100K Table
Saw. You will get maximum performance with the following features:
• 36 precision ground, micro-grain carbide teeth • laser-cut expansion slots
• kerf width of 2.5 mm + .02 • tensioning for 4,800 rpm
This blade is provided with the saw. Additional blade styles of the same high quality are available for specific operations such
as ripping. Your local RYOBI dealer can provide you with complete information.
CAUTION:
Be sure to use only blades that are rated for at least 5,500 RPM and recommended for use on this saw.
PRECISION GROUND
MICRO-GRAIN
CARBIDE TEETH
SPEED AND WIRING
The no-load speed of your table saw is approximately 4,800
rpm. The speed will not remain constant but will be less
under a load. The wiring in a shop is as important as the
motor's horsepower rating. A line intended for lights only
WILL NOT PROPERLY CARRY A POWER TOOL MOTOR.
Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance will be too light
for a greater distance. A line that can support one power tool
may not be able to support two or three tools.
LASER-CUT BODY
AND EXPANSION SLOTS
BLADE ROTATION
Fig. 7
WARNING:
To prevent possible electrical hazards, have a qualified
electrician check the line if you are not certain that it is
properly wired.
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Page 14
ASSEMBLY
Assembly is best done in the area where the saw will be used. When you remove the table saw base, loose parts, and
hardware from the packing materials, check all items with the loose parts list and drawing. If you are unsure about the
description of any part, refer to the drawing. If any parts are missing, delay assembling until you have obtained the missing
part(s).
Align the two large holes on the brace and the legs. Insert
ASSEMBLING LEG STAND
See Figures 8 and 9.
Take the following hardware from the leg stand hardware
■
bag:
24 carriage bolts (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.)
4 leveling feet
32 flat washers (5/16 in.)
32 hex nuts (5/16-18)
Remaining hardware from this bag is used for mount-
Note:
ing leg stand on the table saw base and mounting
storage brackets to upper brace.
■ Take 4 legs and 8 braces from loose parts.
■ Place an upper side brace inside two of the legs, with the
legs wide end up. (Upper side braces have two large
holes in each end.) Make sure the two posts on the leg
align with the small holes on the brace.
■
the carriage bolts. Add flat washers and hex nuts and
hand tighten. Repeat for the other upper brace. These are
the front and back sets.
For the side sets, install a upper brace on two legs. Add
■
hardware and finger tighten. Repeat for the other upper
brace.
Use the same steps to install the lower braces. Tighten all
■
hex nuts with a wrench.
Place a hex nut and flat washer on each leveling foot.
■
Install the leveling feet from the bottom of each leg with
the bolts pointing up. Cap with the remaining flat washers
and hex nuts but do not tighten.
■ Move the leg set to desired location. Adjust the leveling
feet with a wrench, then tighten the top hex nut.
CARRIAGE
BOLT
WASHER
UPPER BRACE
UPPER
SIDE BRACE
HEX NUT
HEX
NUT
BOLT
WASHER
HEX NUT
HEX NUT
WASHER
LEG
SCREW
STORAGE
BRACKET(S)
LOWER BRACE
LEVELING FOOT
WASHER
HEX NUT
Fig. 8
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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLING STORAGE BRACKETS
See Figure 9.
■ Take storage brackets from loose parts.
■ Take the following hardware from the leg stand hardware
bag:
4 screws (1/4-20 x1/2 in. Pan Hd.)
4 hex nuts (1/4-20)
4 washers (1/4 in.)
■ Secure storage brackets to upper braces of leg stand as
shown in figures 8 and 9.
MOUNTING THE LEG STAND ON THE TABLE
SAW BASE
See Figure 10.
■ Take the following from a small hardware bag:
4 hex bolts (1/4-20 x 3/4 in.)
4 hex nuts (
8 flat washers (1/4 in.)
Note: This hardware is in the bag with hardware for
assembling the leg stand and leveling feet.
1/4-20)
WARNING:
Do not lift the saw without help. The saw base weighs
approximately 34 kg. Hold it close to your body. Keep your
knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back. Ignoring
these precautions can result in back injury.
STORAGE BRACKET(S)
LEG
LEG STAND ASSEMBLED
UPPER BRACE
LOWER BRACE
Fig. 9
■ Place the leg stand on the table saw base. Align the holes
in the table with the holes in the end braces.
■ Place a flat washer on a bolt and insert through hole. Add
a flat washer and a hex nut. Hand tighten.
■ Repeat for three remaining holes. Tighten all hardware
with a wrench. You may find it helpful to use one wrench
to hold the head of the bolt and one to tighten the hex
nut.
See Figure 10.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete.
Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and
possible serious injury.
TO INSTALL FRONT AND BACK RAILS
See Figures 11 and 12.
■ Position end plugs on both rails and secure in place by
tapping with a block of wood or a rubber mallet.
■ Loosen the front rail clamps one half turn from the tightened
position. Loosen the square rail holder nut one-fourth
(1/4) turn to allow the front rail to slide over it.
11 and 12.
■ Mount the front rail with the scale facing the outside
toward the operator.
See Figures
HEX BOLT
SAW BASE
FLAT
WASHER
LEG STAND
HEX NUT
Page 15
Fig. 10
Page 16
ASSEMBLY
Check to make sure the rail clamps will securely clamp
■
the rail before sliding the entire assembly into position. If
not, tighten the square rail holder nut one-fourth (1/4) turn
and recheck.
Slide the rail into position over both clamps and secure.
■
Mount the rear rail, following the same clamping procedure
■
as shown for the front rail. Orient the rear rail as shown in
Figure 12.
TO INSTALL MITRE TABLE AND FENCE
See Figures13 and 14.
Install the sliding mitre table assembly over the front and
■
rear rails.
rails. Push both front mitre locking clamps down evenly
on each side to secure. Repeat for both rear mitre locking
clamps.
Note: DO NOT force mitre locking clamps fully down.
Tighten only to flat "seated" position.
■ To install the mitre fence holder to the mitre fence, loosen
the attachment bolt by turning the adjusting clamp (the
knob on top) counterclockwise. Make sure the adjusting
clamp is loose enough so the bolt has enough clearance
to slide in the table slot. Slide the tabs into the grooves
in the mitre fence.
■ Mount the mitre fence to the mitre table by installing the
locator pin (below the mitre fence) into hole “A” or “B”.
(Hole "A" is closest to the blade.) At the same time, place
the attachment bolt in the slot. Secure the adjusting
clamp, but do not tighten.
■ Adjust the mitre indicator to the scale.
■ Securely tighten the adjusting clamp.
See Figure 13.
See Figure 14.
Check that it slides easily on the
REAR RAIL
END PLUG
RAIL
HOLDER NUT
Fig. 12
MITRE
TABLE BASE
END PLUG
FRONT
RAIL CLAMP
HANDWHEEL
BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER
FRONT RAIL
SCALE
BLADE
ADJUSTING
HANDLE
Fig. 11
REAR RAIL
MITRE FENCE
MITRE
INDICATOR
HOLE "B"
QUICK
STOP
ADJUSTING
CLAMP
MITRE
FENCE HOLDER
HOLE "A"
TABLE
SLOT
Fig. 13
ATTACHMENT
BOLT
LOCATOR
PIN
Fig. 14
Page 16
Page 17
ASSEMBLY
TO INSTALL ACCESSORY TABLE AND RIP
FENCE
Place the accessory table on the front and back rails,
■
fitting the lips into the top slot of the rear rail. Position the
slot on the underside of the accessory table onto the front
rail and tighten the lever securely.
Remove the scale indicator assembly from the plastic bag
■
and install on either side of the rip fence. The pan head
screw (#8-32 x 1/2 in.) goes on the outside of the front
block. The scale indicator and hex nut (#8-32)go
immediately behind the front lip of the front block.
To install the rip fence, place the rear lip on the rear rail
■
and pull slightly toward the front of the unit. Lower front
end onto the guide surfaces on top of the front rail. Check
for a smooth gliding action. Swing the locking handle
down to automatically align and secure the fence.
REMOVING/REPLACING THE THROAT PLATE
See Figure 16.
WARNING:
Make sure the switch is off and the plug is out of the outlet.
Failure to do so could result in accidental starting, resulting in serious personal injury.
TO
LOCK
TO
UNLOCK
SCREW
LEVER
MOUNTING
HOLE
ACCESSORY
TABLE
REAR RAIL
FIT LIP OF TABLE
INTO REAR RAIL
FRONT
BLOCK
REAR LIP
WARNING:
Drop blade below saw table when reinstalling the throat
plate. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
■ To remove the throat plate, first remove the screw holding
the throat plate with a phillips screwdriver and lift the front
end. Pull throat plate out toward the front of the saw.
■ To reinstall the throat plate, drop blade below saw table
and place throat plate in the opening. Push throat plate
toward the rear of saw base to engage the spring clip.
■ Securely tighten throat plate screw.
SCALE
INDICATOR
THROAT
PLATE
RIP FENCE
REAR RAIL
HEX NUT
FRONT LIP
Fig. 15
SCREW
Page 17
Fig. 16
Page 18
ASSEMBLY
BLADE AND GUARD ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete.
Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and
possible serious injury.
TO CHECK SAW BLADE INSTALLATION
To check the saw blade, first remove the screw holding
■
the throat plate in place. Remove the throat plate.
Figures 16 and 17.
Make sure the bevel locking lever is securely pushed to
■
the left. Raise the blade arbor to its full height by turning
the blade adjusting handle clockwise.
■ Using the smaller hex wrench, insert the flat open end into
the flats on the arbor shaft as shown. Insert the larger hex
wrench over the hex nut, and, holding both wrenches
firmly, pull the larger wrench forward to the front of the
machine to loosen and push to tighten. Make sure the
blade nut is securely tightened. Do not overtighten.
Note: Arbor shaft has left hand threads.
■ Check all clearances for free blade rotation.
■ See To Set the Scale to the Blade in the
Section. In cutting operations, the scale will be set to the
side of the blade where the cut will be measured and
made.
TO INSTALL BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY
■ Move the bevel locking lever to the right for angle mode.
Slowly turn the blade adjustment handle to put the blade
at 30˚. The handle will "pop out" slightly as it engages the
clutch.
■ Holding the blade adjusting handle with one hand, use the
other hand to push the bevel locking lever firmly to the left
to lock the bevel angle.
■ Raise the blade by turning the blade adjustment handle
clockwise.
■ Using the small hex wrench, install the blade guard
assembly by loosening the two attachment hex nuts
enough to slide the riving knife down between the shims.
See Figure 19.
nuts. Check the blade and riving knife alignment. Make
sure riving knife clears blade by 3mm.
■ Correctly align the blade and riving knife as shown,
repeating above step as needed. Tighten attachment
nuts securely. If riving knife is not positioned correctly with
blade up, it could contact saw table when blade is lowered
and restrict blade elevation.
Partially retighten the two attachment
See Figure 29.
See
Operation
SMALL HEX
WRENCH
LARGE
HEX WRENCH
NOTE: PLACE BLADE BETWEEN
INNER AND OUTER BLADE WASHER
LARGE HEX
WRENCH
TO
LOOSEN
ARBOR NUT
RIVING
KNIFE
MOUNTING PLATE
SMALL
SPACER
TO
TIGHTEN
THROAT PLATE
Fig. 17
SMALL
HEX WRENCH
ARBOR
LARGE
SPACER
INNER
BLADE WASHER
OUTER
BLADE WASHER
Fig. 18
SHIMS
HEX NUTS
Page 18
DO NOT REMOVE HEX NUTS
Fig. 19
Page 19
ASSEMBLY
Blade alignment with the riving knife can be adjusted for
■
different blade widths. Refer to
in the
Operations
Check, Replace or Adjust the Riving Knife and Blade
Guard Assembly
riving knife alignment.
SCREWS
Section. Before continuing, read
on page 25 to make sure of proper
Settings and Adjustments
REPLACING THE THROAT PLATE
Check the blade guard assembly for clearances and free
■
movement. Reinstall the throat plate into the opening,
To
THROAT PLATE
lower the blade and secure the attachment screw. Tighten
the screw securely.
Page 19
Fig. 20
Page 20
OPERATION
BASIC OPERATION OF THE TABLE SAW
A table saw can be used for straight-line cutting operations
such as cross cutting, ripping, mitring, beveling, and com-
pound cutting. It can make dado or molding cuts with optional
accessories.
The 3-prong plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that
is properly installed and grounded according to all local
codes and ordinances. Improper connection of the equipment can result in electric shock. Check with an electrician or
service personnel if you are unsure about proper grounding.
Do not modify the plug; if it will not fit the outlet, have the
correct outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Refer to the
Electrical
Note:
composition products only.
CAUSES OF KICKBACK
Kickback can occur when the blade stalls or binds, kicking
the workpiece back toward you with great force and speed.
If your hands are near the sawblade, they may be jerked
loose from the workpiece and may contact the blade. Obviously, kickback can cause serious injury, and it is well worth
using precautions to avoid the risks.
Kickback can be caused by any action that pinches the blade
in the wood, such as the following:
■ Making a cut with incorrect blade depth
■ Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece
■ Twisting the wood while making a cut
■ Failing to support work
■ Forcing a cut
■ Cutting warped or wet timber
■ Using the wrong blade for the type of cut
■ Not following correct operating procedures
■ Misusing the saw
■ Failing to use the anti-kickback pawls
■ Cutting with a dull, gummed-up, or improperly set blade
AVOIDING KICKBACK
■ Always use the correct blade depth setting. The top of
the blade teeth should clear the workpiece by 3mm to
6mm.
■ Inspect the work for knots or nails before beginning a cut.
Knock out any loose knots with a hammer. Never saw into
a loose knot or nail.
■ Always use the rip fence when rip cutting and the mitre
gauge when cross cutting. This helps prevent twisting the
wood in the cut.
■ Always use clean, sharp, and properly-set blades. Never
make cuts with dull blades.
■ To avoid pinching the blade, support the work properly
before beginning a cut.
■ When making a cut, use steady, even pressure. Never
force cuts.
■ Do not cut wet or warped timber.
■ Always hold your workpiece firmly with both hands or with
pushsticks. Keep your body in a balanced position to be
ready to resist kickback should it occur. Never stand
directly in line with the blade.
page of this manual.
This table saw is designed to cut wood and wood
Page 20
Use the right type of blade for the cut being made.
■
Use the blade guard assembly for all through cuts.
■
CUTTING AIDS
See Figure 21.
Pushsticks are devices used for safely pushing a workpiece
through the blade instead of using your hands. They can be
made in various sizes and shapes from scrap wood to use in
a specific project. The stick must be narrower than the
workpiece, with a 90˚ notch in one end and shaping for a grip
on the other end.
A pushblock has a handle fastened by recessed screws from
the underside. Use it on non-through cuts.
CAUTION:
Be sure the screw is recessed to avoid damaging the saw
or workpiece.
PUSHSTICKS
PUSHBLOCKS
Fig. 21
WARNING:
Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow hands
to come closer than 76mm to the blade. Do not reach
over or across the blade. Failure to heed this warning can
result in serious personal injury.
CUTTING TIPS
Dado and rebate cuts are non-through cuts which can be
either rip cuts or cross cuts. Carefully read and understand
all sections of this owner’s manual before attempting any
operation.
WARNING:
All blades and dado sets must be rated for at least 5,500
RPM to prevent possible injury.
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OPERATION
■ The kerf (the cut made by the blade in the wood) will be
wider than the blade to avoid overheating or binding.
Make allowance for the kerf when measuring wood.
■ Make sure the kerf is made on the waste side of the
measuring line.
■ Cut the wood with the finish side up.
■ Knock out any loose knots with a hammer before making
the cut.
■ Always provide proper support for the wood as it comes
out of the saw.
1
Cross Cut
TYPES OF CUTS
See Figure 22.
There are six basic cuts: 1) the cross cut, 2) the rip cut, 3) the
mitre cut, 4) the bevel cross cut, 5) the bevel rip cut, and 6)
the compound (bevel) mitre cut. All other cuts are combina-
tions of these basic six. Operating procedures for making
each kind of cut are given later in this section.
WARNING:
Always make sure the blade guard and anti-kickback
pawls are in place and working properly when making
these cuts to avoid possible injury.
Cross cuts are straight 90° cuts made across the grain of the
workpiece. The wood is fed into the cut at a 90° angle to the
blade, and the blade is vertical.
Rip cuts are made with the grain of the wood. To avoid
kickback while making a rip cut, make sure one side of the
wood rides firmly against the rip fence.
Mitre cuts are made with the wood at any angle to the blade
other than 90°. The blade is vertical. Mitre cuts tend to
“creep” away from the mitre fence during cutting. This can be
controlled by holding the workpiece securely against the
mitre fence.
2
Rip Cut
3
Mitre Cut
4
Bevel Cross Cut
5
WARNING:
Always use a pushstick with small pieces of wood, and
also to finish the cut when ripping a long narrow piece of
wood, to prevent your hands from getting close to the
blade.
Bevel cuts are made with an angled blade. Bevel cross cuts
are across the wood grain, and bevel rip cuts are with the
grain. The rip fence must always be on the right side of the
blade for bevel rip cuts.
Compound (or bevel) mitre cuts are made with an angled
blade on wood that is angled to the blade. Be thoroughly
familiar with making cross cuts, rip cuts, bevel cuts, and mitre
cuts before trying a compound mitre cut.
Bevel Rip Cut
6
Compound (Bevel) Mitre Cut
Fig. 22
WARNING:
All blades and cutting accessories must be rated for at
least 5,500 rpm to prevent possible injury.
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Page 22
OPERATION
FEATHERBOARD
A featherboard is a device used to help control the workpiece
by guiding it securely against the table or fence. Featherboards
are especially useful when ripping small workpieces and for
completing non-through cuts. The end is angled, with a
number of short kerfs to give a friction hold on the workpiece.
Lock it in place on the table with a C-clamp. Test that it could
resist kickback.
WARNING:
Place the featherboard against the uncut portion of the
workpiece, to avoid kickback that could cause serious
personal injury.
HOW TO MAKE A FEATHERBOARD
See Figure 24.
The featherboard is an excellent project for your BT3100K.
Select a solid piece of timber approximately 19mm thick, 92mm
wide and 457mm long. Mark the centre of the width on one
end of the stock. Mitre one-half of the width to 30° and mitre
the other half of the same end to 45°. See page 28 for
information on mitre cuts. Mark the board from the point at
152mm, 203mm, 254mm and 305mm. Drill a 10mm. hole at
the 203mm, 254mm and 305mm marks as indicated in figure
24. Prepare the saw for ripping as discussed on page 28.
Set the rip fence to allow approximately a 6mm. "finger" to
be cut in the stock. Feed the stock only to the mark previously
made at 153mm. Turn the saw OFF and allow the blade to
completely stop rotating before removing the stock. Reset
the rip fence and cut spaced rips into the workpiece to allow
approximately 6mm fingers and 3mm spaces between the
fingers.
HOW TO MOUNT A FEATHERBOARD
Remove the adjusting clamp knob, bolt and washer from the
Mitre Fence Holder. Place the bolt through one of the holes
in the featherboard. Positioning the featherboard will depend
on the placement of the bolt and the position of the sliding
mitre table on the rails. Place the washer on the bolt and
attach the adjusting clamp knob, loosely. Position the
featherboard with the hex head of the bolt in the mitre table
slot but do not tighten. Completely lower the saw blade.
Position the rip fence to the desired adjustment for the cut to
be performed and lock. Place the workpiece against the
fence and over the saw blade area. Adjust the featherboard
to apply resistance to the workpiece just forward of the blade.
Securely tighten the adjusting clamp knob to secure the
featherboard in place. Attach a C-clamp to further secure the
featherboard to the edge of the Sliding Mitre Table.
WARNING:
DO NOT locate the featherboard to the rear of the
workpiece. Kickback can result from the featherboard
pinching the workpiece and binding the blade in the saw
kerf if positioned improperly. Failure to heed this warning
can result in serious personal injury.
FEATHERBOARD
PUSH STICK
“C” CLAMP
PUSH BLOCK
BEVEL LOCKING LEVER
Fig. 23
92mm
19mm
10mm DAMETER
Page 22
6mm
3mm
457mm
254mm
305mm
152mm
203mm
30
0
45
46mm
0
Fig. 24
Page 23
OPERATION
SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REMOVE THE BLADE
See Figures 25 - 27.
Use the two wrenches supplied with the saw in this procedure to replace the blade.
WARNING:
Unplug your saw and make sure the blade guard assembly
is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal
injury.
■ Raise the blade guard.
■ Remove the screw from the throat plate and lift the throat
plate out of the slot.
■ Push the bevel locking lever to the left for elevation mode.
■ Raise the blade to its full height by turning the blade
adjusting handle clockwise.
■ Place the open end of the small hex wrench into the slot
beside the blade. The wrench will fit over two flats on the
arbor (blade shaft).
■ Fit the large hex wrench onto the arbor nut. Turn clockwise
and remove the nut, taking care not to drag your knuckles
across the blade.
Note: The arbor nut has left-hand threads.
■ Remove the outer blade washer from the arbor and then
remove the blade. Make sure that inner blade washer and
both spacers are tight against arbor shoulder.
■ Replace with a new blade. Make sure the blade teeth are
pointing forward, toward incoming work.
■ Put the outer blade washer and arbor nut back on,
aligning with the flats on the arbor. Tighten the nut with a
counterclockwise turn.
Note: Use care not to cross thread arbor nut. Do not
overtighten.
■ Rotate the blade by hand to make sure it is turning freely.
■ Check the riving knife and adjust if needed (See next
procedure).
■ Lower the blade, insert the throat plate, then secure the
throat plate with the throat plate screw. Tighten the screw
firmly.
See Figure 26.
THROAT
PLATE
BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER
NOTE: PLACE BLADE BETWEEN
INNER AND OUTER BLADE WASHER
LARGE HEX
WRENCH
TO
LOOSEN
ARBOR NUT
TO ANGLE BLADE,
PUSH BEVEL LOCKING
LEVER RIGHT.
BLADE
GUARD
BLADE
ADJUSTING HANDLE
SMALL HEX
WRENCH
SMALL
SPACER
BLADE WASHER
OUTER
BLADE WASHER
TO
TIGHTEN
TO LOWER BLADE, PUSH BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER LEFT AND
ROTATE BLADE ADJUSTING
HANDLE COUNTERCLOCKWISE
Fig. 25
ARBOR
LARGE
SPACER
INNER
Fig. 26
Page 23
TO LOCK BLADE ANGLE,
PUSH BEVEL LOCKING
LEVER LEFT.
TO RAISE BLADE, PUSH BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER LEFT AND
ROTATE BLADE ADJUSTING
HANDLE CLOCKWISE.
Fig. 27
Page 24
OPERATION
TO CHECK, REPLACE OR ADJUST THE RIVING
KNIFE AND BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY
The riving knife is mounted between several shims that can
be relocated as needed to centre the knife behind the blade.
It is held in place by two bolts and hex nuts at its base. The
bolts are set in slots that permit front-to-back adjustment.
WARNING:
Failure to turn the table saw off, remove the switch key,
and unplug the saw before servicing or working on it could
result in accidental starting causing possible serious
injury.
■ Lower the blade.
■ Remove the throat plate.
■ With blade guard up, make sure the riving knife is placed
at least 3mm from the outer points of the blade.
Figure 29.
of the blade.
adjust with the following steps.
■ Raise the saw blade by pushing the bevel locking lever to
the left and rotating the blade adjustment handle clockwise.
■ Put the saw in angle mode by moving the bevel locking
lever to the right. Slowly turn the blade adjusting handle
until the bevel indicator is at a 30˚ angle. Lock the angle
by holding the blade adjusting handle with one hand and
returning the bevel locking lever to the left with the other.
■ With the box end of the small hex key, remove the two
nuts at the base of the riving knife. Remove the riving
knife/guard assembly.
■ Rearrange the riving knife between the shims to achieve
the correct centring.
Then make sure it is centred within the width
See Figure 30.
If either placement is wrong,
WARNING:
See
BLADE
GUARD
RIVING KNIFE BLADE THROAT PLATE
Fig. 28
RIVING KNIFE
BLADE
3mm
Fig. 29
Properly align riving knife. Improperly aligned riving knife
can cause blade to bind which will increase risk of
kickback.
■ Adjust the bolts front-to-back as needed to place the
riving knife approximately 3mm from the blade’s outer
points. Put the nuts back on and tighten.
■ Bring the blade back to the desired angle and height.
Insert the throat plate, lower the blade, and secure the
throat plate with the throat plate screw. Tighten the screw
firmly.
Page 24
MOUNTING
PLATE
HEX NUTS
RIVING
KNIFE
SHIMS
Fig. 30
Page 25
0
OPERATION
TO ADJUST THE BLADE DEPTH
The blade depth should be set so that the outer points of the
blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately
to
surface.
but the lowest points (gullets) are below the top
6mm
See Figure 31.
WARNING:
Unplug the saw and make sure the blade guard assembly
is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal
injury
.
Push the bevel locking lever to the left for elevation mode.
■
Raise the blade by turning the blade adjusting handle
■
clockwise or lower it by turning the handle
counterclockwise.
TO ADJUST THE BLADE ANGLE
See Figure 32.
WARNING:
3mm
Fig. 31
ANGLED BLADE
BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER
Unplug the saw and make sure the blade guard assembly
is installed and working properly to avoid serious personal
injury.
■ Unlock the bevel locking lever.
■
Push the bevel locking lever to the right for angle mode.
■
Angle the blade by turning the blade adjusting handle until
the bevel indicator shows the correct angle.
■
Return the bevel locking lever securely to the left to lock
the angle, while holding the blade adjusting handle in
place.
TO SET THE SCALE TO THE BLADE
The scale is usable from 0-610mm to the right side of the blade
and 0-533mm. on the left side of the blade. The operator can
select any desired dimension within those ranges. Use the
following steps to set the scale to the blade and scale
indicator. Begin with the blade at a zero angle (straight up).
See Figure 33.
■
Loosen the rip fence by raising the locking handle.
■
Using a framing square, set the rip fence 51mm from the
blade tip edge.
■
Loosen both front and rear rails by lifting the front and rear
rail clamps.
■ Adjust the front rail until the 51mm mark is placed at the
scale indicator. Align the rear rail to the front rail.
■ Tighten the rails and check the dimension and the rip
fence in both directions.
See Figure 32.
BLADE
BEVEL
INDICATOR
330
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0
BLADE
ADJUSTING HANDLE
RIP
FENCE
51mm
RAIL
CLAMP
Fig. 32
LOCKING
HANDLE
WARNING:
Blades coast after turn off. Possible serious injury can
occur if hands come in contact with blade.
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INDICATOR
51mmSCALE
FRONT RAIL
SCALE
Fig. 33
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OPERATION
TO LOCK MITRE TABLE
See Figure 34.
The mitre table slides to let the operator slide the workpiece
across the saw. A mitre slide lock is mounted on the front of
the mitre table to lock it in place. The mitre slide lock is placed
in a slot on the base to align the mitre table with the front edge
of the saw table. The sliding mitre table should be locked for
any cut in which the operator prefers a fixed table.
To lock the mitre table with the base projecting to the front,
■
place mit
To lock the mit
■
back, place mit
Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow hands
to come closer than
over or across the blade. Failure to heed this warning can
result in serious personal injury.
re slide lock in the back slot on the base.
re table with the base projecting to the
re slide lock in the front slot on the base.
WARNING:
to the blade. Do not reach
76mm
SLIDE LOCK
ADJUSTING
CLAMP
QUICK
STOP
MITRE
SLOTS FOR LOCKING
MITRE TABLE
Fig. 34
MITRE
FENCE
MAKING CUTS
The blade provided with your saw is a high-quality combination blade suitable for ripping and crosscut operations.
WARNING:
All blades must be rated for at least 5,500 RPM to prevent
possible injury.
TO MAKE A STRAIGHT CROSS CUT
See Figure 35.
WARNING:
Never use rip fence as cutoff gauge when crosscutting.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious personal injury
It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.
Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.
■
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
■
Set the mitre fence to 90˚ with the quick-stop or the mitr
■
scale.
Make sure the mitre fence won't touch the blade while
■
feeding the wood. Make a trial pass of the mitre table. The
re fence should not contact the blade. Loosen the
mit
adjusting clamp to move the fence if needed.
■ Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind the
saw for the cut work.
.
MITRE
TABLE BASE
SWITCH
BUTTON
IN ON
POSITION
SWITCH
e
KEY
SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION
SWITCH
BUTTON
IN OFF
POSITION
Fig. 35
Fig. 36
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OPERATION
■ Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning on
the saw.
■ To turn saw on ( ), lift switch cover and press switch
button. Then lower switch cover.
■ To turn saw off ( ), press the switch button down.
Note: To prevent unauthorised use, remove the switch
key as shown in figure 36.
■ Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
■ Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the mitre
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
■ When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
See Figure 35.
TO MAKE A MITRE CUT
See Figure 37.
It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious personal injury.
■ Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.
■ Loosen the adjusting clamp to set the desired angle of the
mitre fence. Place the mitre indicator on the mitre fence
to the desired angle on the mitre table. Retighten the
clamp.
■ Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind the
saw for the cut work.
■ Make sure the mitre fence will not contact the blade while
feeding the wood. Make a trial pass of the mitre table. The
mitre fence should not contact the blade. Loosen the
adjusting clamp to move it away from the blade if needed.
■ Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning on
the saw.
■ Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
mitre table to feed the workpiece into the blade.
■ Hold the work firmly against the mitre fence with both
hands, keeping well clear of the blade, and push the mitre
table to feed the work into the blade.
TO MAKE A STRAIGHT RIP CUT
See Figure 38.
It is recommended you make a test cut on scrap wood.
MITRE FENCE
ADJUSTING CLAMP
■ Don't leave one side of saw unsupported.
■ Position the rip fence the desired distance from the blade
for the cut and securely lock the handle. Adjust the scale
to zero at the cutting edge of the blade.
■ Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work.
■ Use a push block or push stick to move the wood through
the cut past the blade. Never push a small piece of
wood into the blade with your hand, always use a
push stick. The use of push blocks, push sticks, and
featherboards are necessary when making non-through
cuts.
■ Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
■
Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
■ Let the blade build up to full speed before feeding the
workpiece into the blade.
■ When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
MITRE TABLE
BLADE
REAR RAIL
BLADE
GUARD ASSEMBLY
Fig. 37
RIP FENCE
PUSH STICK
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious personal injury.
■ Remove the mitre fence. Position accessory table and
sliding mitre table to provide the support necessary for
the cut being performed. Securely lock the rip fence with
the locking handle.
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FRONT RAIL
BASE
LOCKING HANDLE
Fig. 38
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OPERATION
TO MAKE A BEVEL CROSS CUT
See Figure 39.
It is recommended that you place the piece to be saved on
the left side of the blade and that you make a test cut on
scrap wood.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious personal injury.
Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.
■
Move the bevel locking lever to the right for Angle mode.
■
Turn the blade adjustment handle until the bevel indicator
is at the desired angle. Push the bevel locking lever
securely to the left to lock the angle.
■ Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
■ Loosen the adjusting clamp on the mitre fence. Set the
mitre fence to 90° with either the quick-stop or the mitre
scale.
■ Make sure the mitre fence will not contact the blade as
the wood feeds into the blade. Make a trial pass of the
mitre table. The end of the mitre fence should not contact
the blade. Loosen the adjusting clamp to move it away
from the blade if needed.
■ Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work.
■ Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
■ Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
mitre table to feed the workpiece into the blade.
■ Hold the work with both hands and push the mitre table
to feed the work into the blade.
■ When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
TO MAKE A BEVEL RIP CUT
See Figure 40.
It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.
WARNING:
The rip fence must be on the left side of the blade to avoid
trapping the wood and causing kickback. Placement of
the rip fence to the right of the blade will result in kickback
and the risk of serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.
MITRE FENCE
QUICK STOP
WOODEN INSERT
■ Remove mitre fence, sliding mitre table, and accessory
table.
■ Position the rip fence the desired distance from the left
side of the blade and lock down the handle.
■ Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
■ Set the blade to the correct depth.
ripping a piece larger than 914mm long, place a support
■ If
the same height as the table surface behind the saw for
the cut work.
■ Turn the power switch to the on ( ) position.
■ Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge flush
against the rip fence. Let the blade build up to full speed
before feeding the workpiece into the blade.
■ Using a push stick and/or push blocks, slowly feed the
workpiece toward the blade. Stand slightly to the side of
the wood as it contacts the blade to reduce the chance of
injury should kickback occur.
ADJUSTING CLAMP
Fig. 39
RIP FENCE
MITRE TABLE
BEVEL LOCKING LEVER
Fig 40
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OPERATION
Once the blade has made contact with the workpiece,
■
use the hand closest to the rip fence to guide it. Make
sure the edge of the workpiece remains in solid contact
with both the rip fence and the surface of the table. If
ripping a narrow piece, use a push stick to move the piece
through the cut and past the blade.
When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the
■
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
After the blade has stopped completely , remove the cutoff
■
stock.
Grasp the workpiece from the lead end (the end fed into
■
the blade first) and carefully remove it from the table.
TO MAKE A COMPOUND MITRE CUT
This cut is made with both the mitre fence and the blade
angled. Set the mitre fence and the blade angle with the
procedures given earlier.
The mitre fence must be on the left side of the blade. It is
highly recommended that you test the cut with a piece of
scrap wood. Become thoroughly familiar with bevel cross
cuts and mitr
pound mitre cut.
TO MAKE A LARGE PANEL CUT
See Figure 41.
Make sure the saw is properly secured to a work surface so
it will not tip over under the weight of a large panel.
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious personal injury.
■ Raise the locking handle on the rip fence to allow the rails
to move freely.
■ Lift off the sliding mit
locking clamps to release the grippers.
■ Remove the accessory table by swinging out the lever
and lifting the table up and out.
■ Rotate the front rail clamps (under the front rail) to the left
and slide the front rail to the side where the panel will rest.
Lock the rail clamps after positioning the front rail.
■ Rotate the rear rail clamps (under the rear rail) to the left
and position the rear rail to support the panel. Align the
rear rail with the front rail. Lock the rail clamps after
positioning the rear rail.
e cuts before attempting to perform a com-
WARNING:
re table assembly by raising the mitre
SLIDING MITRE
TABLE ASSEMBLY
ACCESSORY
TABLE
RAIL CLAMP
■ Place the accessory table onto the rails far enough from
the blade to help support the panel and lock securely.
■ Place the sliding mit
lock securely. The mitre table can be rotated 180° so the
projecting base is at the back of the work surface so you
won't run into it as you feed the panel into the blade.
(Tables can be placed on either side of blade.)
■ Position the rip fence the desired distance from the blade
for the cut and securely lock the handle.
■ Place a support behind the saw for the cut work.
■ Make sure the panel is clear of the blade before turning on
the saw.
■ Let the blade build up to full speed before feeding the
workpiece into the blade.
LOCKING CLAMPS
re table assembly onto the rails and
ACCESSORY
TABLE
MITRE
Fig. 41
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OPERATION
TO MAKE NON-THROUGH CUTS
Non-through cuts can be made with the grain (ripping) or
across the grain (crosscut). The use of a non-through cut is
essential to cutting grooves, rebates, and dadoes. This is the
only type cut that is made without the blade guard installed.
Make sure the blade guard assembly is reinstalled upon
completion of this type of cut. Read the appropriate section
which describes the type of cut in addition to this section on
non-through or dado cuts. For example, if your non-through
cut is a straight cross cut, read and understand the section
on straight cross cuts before proceeding.
WARNING:
Unplug the saw to avoid possible injury.
■ Remove the screw holding the throat plate in place.
Remove the throat plate.
■ Raise the saw blade by pushing the bevel locking lever to
the left and rotating the blade adjusting handle clockwise.
■ Put the saw in angle mode by pushing the bevel locking
lever to the right. Turn the blade adjusting handle until the
blade indicator shows a 30° angle. Push the bevel
locking lever securely to the left to lock the angle.
■ With the box end of the small hex wrench, loosen the
two hex nuts at the base of the riving knife. Do not
remove hex nuts. Remove the riving knife/guard
assembly. Retighten the two hex nuts on the base.
Insert the throat plate.
■ Bring the blade back to 90°.
■ Lower the blade to the correct height by turning the blade
adjusting handle counterclockwise. Secure throat plate
with the screw.
WARNING:
Carefully check all setups and rotate the blade one full
revolution to assure proper clearance before connecting
saw to power source.
■ Always use push blocks, push sticks, and featherboards
when making non-through cuts to avoid the risk of serious
injury.
See Figure 42.
FEATHERBOARD
PUSH STICK
“C” CLAMP
PUSH BLOCK
BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER
Fig. 42
WARNING:
Never feed wood with your hands when making any non-
through cut such as rebates or dadoes.
WARNING:
When making a non-through cut, the cutter is covered by
the workpiece during most of the cut. Be alert to the
exposed cutter at the start and finish of every cut to avoid
the risk of serious personal injury.
■
When the cut is made, turn the saw off ( ). Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
■
Lower the blade.
■ Unplug your saw.
■ Remove the screw holding the throat plate in place.
Remove the throat plate.
■ Raise the saw blade.
■ Push the bevel locking lever to the right. Rotate the blade
adjusting handle until the bevel indicator shows a 30°
angle. Push the bevel locking lever securely to the left
while holding the blade adjusting handle to lock the angle.
Reinstall the blade guard assembly.
■ Retighten the nuts at the base of the riving knife. Check
riving knife alignment to the blade and adjust shims if
necessary.
■ Move the bevel locking lever to the right and rotate the
blade back to 90°. Push the lever to the left to lock the
angle.
■ Lower the blade, insert the throat plate, then securely
tighten the throat plate screw.
See page 24.
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OPERATION
TO MAKE DADO CUTS
A dado is a non-through cut and typically refers to a channel
cut, both with the grain and across the grain. An optional
dado throat plate (part #4070330) is available for your saw.
Unplug your saw.
■
WARNING:
Unplug the saw to avoid possible injury.
Remove the riving knife and guard assembly.
■
Retighten the two hex nuts on base assembly.
■
Remove the blade.
■
■ Remove the appropriate spacers on the blade arbor to get
the correct width for the dado blade.
■ Mount the dado blade, using the instructions with the dado
set.
■ Make sure the arbor nut is fully engaged and the arbor
extends at least one full thread past a securely tightened
arbor nut.
See page 25.
When mounting dado blades, make sure both the inner
■
blade washer and outer blade washer are used.
Replace the throat plate with optional Dado Throat Plate.
■
WARNING:
Always put all spacers in proper location when changing
back to saw blade. Failure to do so may result in possible
injury and damage to the tool.
Always use push blocks, push sticks, or featherboards
■
when making dado cuts to avoid the risk of serious injury.
WARNING:
All blades must be rated for at least 5,500 RPM to prevent
possible injury or damage to the tool.
WARNING:
When making a non-through cut, the cutter is covered by
the workpiece during most of the cut. Be alert to the
exposed cutter at the start and finish of every cut to avoid
the risk of serious personal injury.
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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Always begin by disconnecting the power supply.
Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, screws, and
■
belts for tightness and condition. Make sure the throat
plate is in good condition and in position.
Check the blade guard assembly.
■
To maintain the table surfaces, fence, and rails, periodically
■
apply paste wax to them and buff to provide smooth
functioning. To prevent work from slipping during cutting
operation,
fence.
Protect the blade by cleaning out sawdust from underneath
■
the table and in the blade teeth. Use a resin solvent on the
blade teeth.
■ Clean plastic parts only with a soft damp cloth. DO
NOT
DO NOT
use any aerosol or petroleum solvents.
wax the working face of the mitre
LUBRICATION
This saw has been lubricated at the factory prior to shipment.
Following extended use, you should inspect and lubricate
the following areas to assure smooth operation.
LOCKER BRACKET ASSEMBLY
See Figure 43.
■ Add dry lube between both bevel gears, the backup
washers and the locker bracket.
■ Add dry lube between threaded hole in motor casting and
threaded elevating shaft.
Recommended Lubricants:
Dry Silicone or Teflon Lubricant
TILT / ELEVATING MECHANISM
See Figure 44.
■ Add dry lube between the handle shaft and the bore of the
clamping bolt.
■ Add dry lube between the face of the clamping bolt and the
face of the handle shaft.
■ Add dry lube on the inner surfaces of the bevel locking
lever which contacts the cam.
ELEVATING SHAFT
THREADED HOLE
BEVEL GEAR
LOCKER BRACKET
BACKUP WASHER
Fig. 43
HANDLE SHAFT
BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER
CLAMPING BOLT
CAM SURFACE
CAM
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SPRING
BLADE
ADJUSTING HANDLE
Fig. 44
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is
unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the
off ( ) position. Failure to head this warning could result
in serious personal injury.
TO SET BLADE AT 0° OR 45°
See Figure 45.
The angle settings of your saw have been set at the factory
and, unless damaged in shipping, should not require setting
during assembly. After extensive use, it may need to be
checked.
■ Push the bevel locking lever to the right. Turn the blade
adjusting handle to angle the blade. Use a combination
square to check squareness between the blade and saw
table.
■ If the blade is not perfectly vertical (0°), loosen the lock
nut on the 0° stop bolt inside the cabinet, position the
blade, adjust the stop bolt, then retighten lock nut.
Figure 45, insert.
adjust it with the two screws above the slot, beside the
blade adjusting handle.
■ Turn the blade adjusting handle until the bottom of the
blade has moved completely to the left side of the slot.
Lock the angle by pushing the bevel locking lever to the
left.
■ If the blade is not an exact 45°, loosen the lock nut on the
45° stop bolt inside the cabinet, position the blade, adjust
the stop bolt, then retighten lock nut.
insert.
■ Make a test cut.
If the bevel indicator is not at zero,
See Figure 45,
TO CHECK THE ALIGNMENT OF THE RIP
FENCE TO THE BLADE
See Figure 46.
See
45° BOLT
BEVEL
INDICATOR
45° STOP BOLT
LOCK
RIP FENCE
BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER
SCREWS
LOCK NUT
0° BOLT
BLADE
ADJUSTING HANDLE
° STOP BOLT
0
Fig. 45
CLAMP SCREW
WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is
unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the
off ( ) position. Failure to head this warning could result
in serious personal injury.
■ Raise the locking handle to permit the rip fence to be
moved.
■ Place a framing square beside the blade and move the rip
fence up to the square. Take the dimension on the rip
scale.
■ Move the fence back and turn the framing square 180° to
check the other side.
■ If the two dimensions are not the same, loosen the two
screws on the fence and align it.
■ Retighten the two screws.
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BLADE
LOCKING
HANDLE
RIP
FENCE
SCREWS
Fig. 46
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MAINTENANCE
Make two or three test cuts on scrap wood. If the cuts are
■
not true, repeat the process.
WARNING:
Before plugging the saw back in to make test cuts, make
sure the switch is in the off ( ) position and the blade
guard is in place. Failure to do so may result in serious
injury.
BLADE
ADJUSTING HANDLE
SET SCREW
TO ADJUST THE BEVEL LOCKING LEVER
See Figure 47.
The bevel locking lever may work loose and require adjusting. To adjust it, use the following steps.
Push the lever full left to the locked position.
■
■ Remove the screw on the blade adjusting handle. You will
need a 5mm hex key for this procedure.
■ Remove the blade adjusting handle and cam. Pull out the
cam.
■ Remove the set screw on the bevel locking lever.
■ Remove the bevel locking lever from hex nut.
■ Relocate bevel locking lever on the hex nut.
■ Replace set screw and tighten securely.
■ Replace the cam so that the lobe is against the tab as
shown in Figure 47. Make sure the cam is seated in the
lever.
■ Reassemble the handle to the shaft and cam. Check
whether the lever is now in the desired position. Tighten
screw securely.
TO ALIGN THE MITRE LOCKING CLAMPS
See Figure 48.
SOCKET
HEAD SCREW
SET
SCREW
FRONT RAIL
LOBE
SPRING
CAM
LOCKING LEVER
HEX NUT
TAB
BEVEL
Fig. 47
SCREW
WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is
unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the
off ( ) position. Failure to head this warning could result
in serious personal injury.
The mitre locking clamps are preset at the factory but may
require adjusting after extended use or if damage occurs in
shipping. Adjust them with the following steps:
■ Loosen the set screw behind each locking clamp.
■ Loosen the screw on top of each locking clamp.
■ Lift the locking clamp to the Up position.
■ Push the clamp forward tight against the front rail to bring
the clamp into alignment.
■ When the clamps are correctly positioned, retighten the
screws and the set screws.
■ Push both front and rear mitre locking clamps down to
secure the sliding mitre table.
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MITRE
LOCKING CLAMP
Fig. 48
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MAINTENANCE
TO ADJUST THE FRONT AND REAR RAIL
CLAMPS
See Figure 49.
The rail clamps are located below the rails and ensure tight
attachment of the rail. Following extended use, the rail holder
nut inside the rails may need adjusting.
Remove the mitre table and accessory table.
■
Remove the front and rear rails by loosening the rail
■
clamps and sliding the rails off.
Rotate each rail clamp to the left until it hits or comes in
■
contact with the bottom of the saw table.
Tighten rail holder nut until it is snug.
■
Loosen rail holder nut one-fourth (1/4) turn.
■
■ Replace the rails and check the rail clamps.
TO ADJUST THE ACCESSORY TABLE
See Figure 50.
After extended use, the accessory table may work loose
causing the accessory table to be loose on the rails. Follow
the steps below, when adjustments are required:
■ Remove the hex nut on the lever using a 10mm nut driver.
■ Remove the backup plate and spring plate. Rotate the
spring plate 180° and reinstall on the handle shaft.
■ Reassemble all parts and tighten hex nut securely.
Note: The spring plate offers two ends for use before
requiring replacement.
TO ADJUST THE SLIDING MITRE TABLE
ASSEMBLY
The sliding mitre table assembly has been preset at the
factory to be parallel to the blade. However, misalignment
during shipping or requirements for very precise and accurate
cuts may require realignment. The square relationship
between the blade and the mitre fence as it travels the entire
distance from the front to the rear of the mitre table base
during a cut is very important for making precise and accurate
cuts.
To avoid unnecessary setups and adjustments, we suggest
that you check these setups carefully with a framing square
and make practice cuts in scrap wood before making finish
cuts in good workpieces.
Note: Follow the general rule of measuring twice and cutting
once.
Do not loosen any screws for the following adjustments until
you have made checks and are sure adjustments are needed.
Once screws have been loosened, these settings must be
reset.
Two basic checks should be made to determine if adjustments
are necessary:
WASHER
RAIL
HOLDER NUT
RAIL
HEX
MOUNTING BOLT
ACCESSORY TABLE
HANDLE
SHAFT
BACKUP
PLATE
■ The mitre fence must be square to the blade when set at
exactly zero (0°) on the mitre table scale. This is necessary
in order to be able to use the scale on the mitre table. The
mitre table has adjustment screws for squaring mitre
fence to blade and maintaining 0° scale settings when
mitre base adjustments are required.
Note: These checks and adjustments are being explained
in step by step procedures, however, you should be
aware that they depend upon each other.
CLAMP
Fig. 49
CAP SCREW
LEVER
WASHER
RETAINING
RING
SPRING PLATE
HEX NUT
Fig. 50
■ The mitre base must be parallel to the blade as the table
slides from the front to the rear of the mitre table assembly.
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MAINTENANCE
CHECKING SLIDING MITRE TABLE ASSEMBLY
To Check Mitre Base Parallelism:
WARNING:
Begin by unplugging your saw. Failure to unplug saw
could result in accidental starting causing possible serious
injury.
Set saw up as if you were preparing to make a cut.
■
Tighten rail clamps, mitre locking clamps, adjusting clamp,
etc.
Slide mitre table (A) to the front of mitre base (B) as far as
■
it will go. Place a reference mark (C) near the end of the
mitre table as shown in figure 51.
Note: Front of mitre base is on infeed side of saw.
■ Place a reference mark on one of the blade teeth (D) and
rotate the blade (E) so that the reference mark on the
blade is at the front of the throat plate (F).
■ Place a framing square (G) against the blade and align
with reference mark on mitre table. Measure the distance
between the blade and the edge of mitre table.
Note: Place framing square between carbide teeth and
measure from blade. This step will insure framing square
is square against blade from the front to back of blade.
■ Remove framing square and slide mitre table to the rear
of mitre base as far as it will go.
■ Rotate the blade so the reference mark on the blade is at
the rear of the throat plate. Measuring from the same
mark on the blade at the rear will eliminate the effect of
blade wobble.
■ Place framing square against the blade and align with the
same reference mark on the mitre table. Measure the
distance between the blade and the edge of the mitre
table at the rear.
■ Compare whether the front and rear measurements are
the same. If they are the same, proceed with checking the
mitre fence alignment. If not, this indicates the mitre base
needs aligning. Mitre base must then be adjusted before
checking mitre fence alignment. See TO ADJUST THE
MITRE BASE section that follows.
See Figure 52.
D
F
G
B
D
G
C
E
A
C
Fig. 51
E
F
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D
A
B
Fig. 52
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MAINTENANCE
To Check Mitre Fence Alignment
See Figure 53.
The mitre fence must be perpendicular to the blade when set
at zero degrees.
WARNING:
Begin by unplugging your saw. Failure to unplug saw
could result in accidental starting causing possible serious
injury.
Set the mitre fence (H) at 0°as shown in figure 53. Mitre
■
indicator (I) should be set precisely on 0°and secured in
place with adjusting clamp (J).
Note: The quick-stop is not necessary for this checking
procedure. However, you may want to check and adjust
it to 0° at this time. See
■ Place a framing square (G) firmly against the mitre fence
(H) with the other side against the blade (E).
■ Check whether the mitre fence and blade are square with
each other. With the framing square against the mitre
fence there should be no gap from the front to the rear of
the blade.
■ If a gap exists, the mitre fence may be out of square.
■ Rotate the blade and recheck. If there is a consistent gap
between the front and rear of the blade, the mitre table
needs aligning. Follow the adjustment procedures that
follow.
Quick-Stop
section that follows.
E
H
I
G
J
Fig. 53
MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO SLIDING MITRE
TABLE ASSEMBLY
To Adjust the Mitre Base
See Figure 54.
REMEMBER: Check all settings before loosening screws for
the following procedures. Once screws have been loosened,
these settings must be reset.
Eight screws are visible on the mitre base (B).
■ Four screws (K) are on the holder plates and secure these
plates to the rails. It is not necessary to loosen or adjust
these screws for this adjustment procedure.
■ Another pair of screws (L) are in the base, at the rear.
Loosen these two screws (L) and the rear mitre locking
clamps (M).
■ The last pair of screws are located on the infeed side of the
base. Loosen the left screw (N) only.
■ The right screw (O) will be used as a pivot point.
Note: The front two mitre locking clamps (P) and rail
clamps should remain locked.
■ Follow the steps in TO CHECK MITRE BASE
PARALLELISM, adjust the mitre base so that it is parallel
to the blade.
■ Retighten the left front screw (N).
■ Clamp the rear mitre locking clamps (M).
■ Retighten the two rear screws (L).
M
L
M
K
M
R
O
K
P
B
N
Fig. 54
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Begin by unplugging your saw. Failure to unplug saw
could result in accidental starting causing possible serious
injury.
TO ADJUST THE MITRE FENCE
Set the mitre fence (H) at 0°as shown in figure 53. Mitre
■
indicator (I) should be set precisely on 0°and secured in
place with adjusting clamp (J).
There are four slides located under the sliding mitre table.
■
These slides let the mitre table move on the base. Three
slides are mounted on eccentric screws that can be
adjusted by loosening the hex nuts on top of the mitre
table.
See Figure 55.
■ Loosen the rear hex nuts (Q) on top of sliding mitre table
for this adjustment procedure.
Note: The front screws (R) are only needed to remove
excessive play in the slides due to wear from extended
use. They are not needed for this procedure. The right
front hex nut is a non-eccentric pivot and should never be
loosened.
■ Adjust the right rear eccentric screw from the lower side
of the mitre table so that maximum play exists between
the slide and mitre base.
■ Push left rear of mitre table snugly against mitre base as
shown by the arrow (S) in figure 56 and secure.
■ Place a framing square firmly against the mitre fence, with
the other side against the blade.
■ Adjust left rear screw from underneath mitre table until
mitre fence and blade are square with each other.
■ Tighten hex nut securely.
■ Adjust right rear screw from underneath mitre table to
remove excessive play.
■ Tighten hex nut securely.
■ Recheck your setups carefully. Also make sure all screws,
hex nuts, etc. have been tightened securely.
■ If sliding mitre table assembly is still not square with the
blade, repeat the above procedures as needed.
■ Make sure that slides remain square to mitre base edge
to prevent “cocking” which will result in excessive play in
mitre table.
TO ADJUST QUICK-STOP
The quick-stop is preset at the factory to stop the mitre fence
at exactly 0°. However, when sliding mitre table adjustments
are made, these adjustments may cause the quick stop to
need adjusting. Check quick-stop with mitre scale set at 0°.
If adjustments are needed, proceed with the following steps:
■ Loosen the eccentric screw holding the quick-stop.
■ Place the quick-stop against the mitre fence with mitre
scale set at 0°.
■ Adjust eccentric screw until it holds quick-stop securely
against mitre fence.
■ Retighten hex nut, securing eccentric screw and quickstop.
■ Check your work. If the quick-stop is not at 0°, repeat
above steps.
See Figure 57.
HEX NUT
ECCENTRIC
SCREW
S
MIT
RE INDICATOR
ZERO
DEGREES
MITRE
FENCE
QUICK STOP AND
ECCENTRIC SCREW
SLIDE
H
Q
MITRE FENCE
MIT
RE TABLE
LIP OF BASE
ADJUSTING
CLAMP
Fig. 55
R
Fig. 56
Fig. 57
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Excess vibration. Blade is out of balance. Replace blade.
Blade is damaged. Replace blade.
Saw is not mounted securely. Tighten all hardware.
Work surface is uneven. Reposition on flat surface.
Adjust legs of table saw stand.
Blade is warped Check Saw Blade Installation on
page 20. Replace blade if necessary.
Rip fence does not move smoothly. Rip fence not mounted correctly. Remount the rip fence.
Rails are dirty or sticky. Clean and wax rails.
Clamp screw is out of adjustment. Adjust clamp screw counterclockwise.
See page 34.
Rip fence does not lock at rear. Clamp screw is out of adjustment. Adjust clamp screw clockwise.
See page 34.
Cutting binds or burns work. Blade is dull. Replace or sharpen blade
Blade is heeling. Align mitre base.
Work is fed too fast. Slow the feed rate.
Rip fence is misaligned. Align the rip fence.
Riving knife is misaligned. Adjust the riving knife with shims
provided.
Wood is warped. Replace the wood. Always cut with
convex side to table surface.
Wood edges away from rip fence Rip fence is misaligned. Check and adjust the rip fence.
when ripping.
Blade not properly sharpened or set. Sharpen or set blade.
Sliding mitre table assembly does Mitre base or slides improperly See page 36 for Adjustments to
not move smoothly. adjusted. Sliding Mitre Table Assembly .
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Saw does not make accurate 90 or Positive stops inside cabinet need Adjust positive stops.
45 degree cuts. adjusting (Bevel Cuts).
Mitre gage is misaligned Adjust the mitre gage.
(Mitre Cuts).
Blade adjusting handle is hard to Gears or Screw Post inside cabinet Clean the gears or screw post.
turn. are clogged with sawdust.
Saw does not start. Motor cord or wall cord is not Plug in motor cord or wall cord.
plugged in.
Circuit fuse is blown. Replace circuit fuse.
Circuit breaker is tripped. Reset circuit breaker.
Cord or switch is damaged. Have the cord or switch replaced at
a RYOBI AUTHORISED SERVICE
CENTRE.
Blade makes poor cuts Blade is dull or dirty. Clean, sharpen or replace blade.
Blade is wrong type for cut being
made. Replace with correct type.
Blade is mounted backwards. Remount blade.
Blade does not lower when turning Back side of riving knife has come Realign and adjust the riving knife.
blade adjusting handle. in contact with saw table.
Locking lever is not at full left Move locking lever to left.
position.
Motor labors in rip cut. Blade not proper for rip cut. Change blade; rip blade typically
has fewer teeth such as Ryobi
4650324, 24 tooth, carbide rip
blade.
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NOTES
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