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Ryobi RTS10, RTS10G Operator's Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
10 in. TABLE SAW
SCIE À TABLE de 254 mm (10 po)
SIERRA DE MESA de 254 mm (10 pulg.)
RTS10/RTS10G
Your saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
AVERTISSEMENT : Pour réduire les risques de
blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant d’employer ce produit.
CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR
FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE
Su sierra ha sido diseñado y fabricado de conformidad con nuestras estrictas normas para brindar fiabilidad, facilidad de uso y seguridad para el operador. Con el debido cuidado, le brindará muchos años de sólido funcionamiento y sin problemas.
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones,
el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes de usar este producto.
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA
FUTURAS CONSULTAS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÌNDICE DE CONTENIDO
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction / Introducción
General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Règles de sécurité générales / Reglas de seguridad generales
Specific Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................4-5
Règles de sécurité particulières / Reglas de seguridad específicas
Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Symboles / Símbolos
Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Caractéristiques électriques / Aspectos eléctricos
Glossary of Terms ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Glossaire / Glosario de términos
Features .......................................................................................................................................................................9-11
Caractéristiques / Características
Tools Needed .................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Outils nécessaires / Herramientas necesarias
Loose Parts ...............................................................................................................................................................13-14
Pièces détachées / Piezas sueltas
Assembly ...................................................................................................................................................................15-21
Assemblage / Armado
Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................22-34
Utilisation / Funcionamiento
Adjustments ...............................................................................................................................................................35-37
Réglages / Ajustes
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Entretien / Mantenimiento
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................................................38-39
Dépannage / Solución de problemas
Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back page
Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio
INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à utiliser et à entretenir.
Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.
INTRODUCTION
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator’s manual
carefully. Learn the saw’s applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES. For example, pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.  REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation.
DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do
not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors
should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord while operating.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer
at the feed rate for which it was designed.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force the tool or attachment to
do a job it was not designed for. Don’t use it for a purpose not intended.
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WITH SIDE
SHIELDS MARKED TO COMPLY WITH ANSI Z87.1.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
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SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing,
or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may risk injury.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury.
USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into
a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of blade or cutter only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect
from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL OUTSIDE, USE
AN OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORD MARKED “W-A” OR “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce
the risk of electric shock.
ALWAYS KEEP THE BLADE GUARD AND RIVING KNIFE
(SPLITTER) IN PLACE and in working order.
KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFICIENT
SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep
hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath work or around or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving.
BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged,
have repaired by a qualified service technician at an authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating blade.
INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and
replace if damaged.
GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-
prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical receptacle.
CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service
personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES: 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided. If it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND
GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean tool.
STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with
incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or blade bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade capacity of your saw is 10 in. (254 mm).
BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL
ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE.
BE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for
and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during
use.
NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING
COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.
DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION.
WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in
this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are included with the accessory.
DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight
and not making contact with saw or workpiece before connecting to power supply.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
FIRMLY BOLT THE SAW TO A WORK BENCH OR LEG
STAND at approximately hip height.
DO NOT OPERATE THE SAW WITHOUT THE STAND
ON THE FLOOR.
GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when
the blade stalls rapidly and workpiece is driven back towards the operator. It can pull your hand into the blade resulting in serious personal injury. Stay out of blade path and turn switch off immediately if blade binds or stalls.
USE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or straight edge
guide when ripping.
SUPPORT LARGE PANELS. To minimize risk of blade
pinching and kickback, always support large panels.
REMOVE ALL FENCES AND AUXILIARY TABLES before
transporting saw. Failure to do so can result in an accident causing possible serious personal injury.
ALWAYS USE BLADE GUARD, RIVING KNIFE, AND
ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS on all “through-sawing”
operations. Through-sawing operations are those in which the blade cuts completely through the workpiece as in ripping or cross cutting. Keep the blade guard down, the anti-kickback pawls down, and the riving knife in place.
ALWAYS SECURE WORK firmly against rip fence, miter
fence, or miter gauge.
ALWAYS USE A PUSH STICK FOR RIPPING NARROW
STOCK. A push stick is a device used to push a
workpiece through the blade instead of using your hands. Size and shape can vary but the push stick must always be narrower than the workpiece to prevent the push stick from contacting the saw blade. When ripping narrow stock, always use a push stick, or the jig mentioned in the
How to Make A Jig (For Rip Cutting Narrow Workpiece)
section of this manual, so your hand does not come close to the saw blade. Use a featherboard and push blocks for non-through cuts.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WHEN MAKING NON-THROUGH RIP CUTS, always
use a push stick, push block, and/or featherboard so your hands do not come within 3 inches of the saw blade.
WHEN RIPPING NARROW STOCK, always use a push
stick, push block, jig ( designed for narrow ripping), or featherboard.
NEVER perform any operation “freehand” which means
using only your hands to support or guide the workpiece. Always use either the rip fence or miter fence to position and guide the work.
NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with
the path of the saw blade.
NEVER reach behind, over, or within three inches of the
blade or cutter with either hand for any reason.
ALWAYS REMOVE THE RIP FENCE from the saw when
cross cutting.
DO NOT USE THE MITER GAUGE AND RIP FENCE
during the same operation.
NEVER use rip fence as cutoff gauge when cross cutting.  NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first
turning the saw OFF and disconnecting the saw from the power source.
PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and sides
of the saw table for wide or long work pieces.
AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back toward you) by:
a) Keeping blade sharp. b) Keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade. c) Keeping riving knife, anti-kickback pawls, and blade
guard in place and operating.
d) Not releasing the work before it is pushed all the way
past the saw blade using a push stick.
e) Not ripping work that is twisted or warped or does
not have a straight edge to guide along the fence.
IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must
be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk.
AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand
to move into the cutting tool.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in
this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are included with the accessory.
MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING
to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using the table saw.
ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to
avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power supply.
ONLY USE BLADES within the thickness range stamped
on the riving knife.
THIS TOOL should have the following markings:
a) Wear eye protection. b) Use saw blade guard and riving knife for every operation
for which it can be used, including all through sawing. c) Keep hands out of the line of saw blade. d) Use a push stick when required. e) Pay particular attention to instructions on reducing
risk of kickback. f) Do not perform any operation freehand. g) Never reach around or over the saw blade. h) Never operate saw on floor or below waist height.
NEVER CUT MORE THAN ONE PIECE OF MATERIAL
AT A TIME.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently
and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING:
This product and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Some examples of these chemicals are
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and,
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye Protection
No Hands Symbol
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
n
o
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits, etc., per minute
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ELECTRICAL
EXTENSION CORDS
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat. Use the chart provided below to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) should be used.
**Ampere rating (on tool faceplate) 0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension cord that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters “W-A” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use product with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.
SPEED AND WIRING
The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 5,000 rpm. This speed is not constant and decreases under a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A line intended only for lights cannot properly carry a power tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance will be too light for a greater distance. A line that can support one power tool may not be able to support two or three tools.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment­grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
WARNING:
Improper installation of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. When repair or replacement of the cord is required, do not connect the grounding wire to either flat blade terminal. The wire with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the grounding wire.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has
a grounding plug similar to the plug illustrated in figure 1. Only connect the product to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. Do not use an adapter with this product.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product is powered by a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 V, AC only (normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this product on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double check the power supply.
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GROUNDING
PIN
120 V GROUNDED
OUTLET
Fig. 1
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws)
A 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 the blade at any angle other than 90° to the table surface.
Chamfer
A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of the end) is angled rather than at 90°.
Compound Cut
A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.
Cross Cut
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the width of the workpiece.
Cutter Head (planers and jointer planers)
A rotating cutterhead with adjustable blades or knives. The blades or knives remove material from the workpiece.
Dado Cut (table saws and compound sliding miter saws)
A non-through cut which produces a square, three-sided notch or trough in the workpiece.
Featherboard (table saws)
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or fence during any ripping operation.
FPM or SPM
Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference to blade movement.
Freehand
Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a fence, miter fence, or other aids.
Gum
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Heel
Alignment of the blade to the fence.
Kerf
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.
Kickback
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls, throwing the workpiece in the direction of the spinning blade.
Miter Cut
A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle to the blade other than 90°.
Non-Through Cuts (table saws and compound sliding miter saws)
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness of the workpiece. This is a cut where the blade will not cut the workpiece into two pieces.
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Pilot Hole (drill presses and scroll saws)
A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for drilling large holes accurately or for insertion of a scroll saw blade.
Push Blocks (jointer planers)
Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the operator’s hands well away from the cutterhead.
Push Blocks and Push Sticks (table saws)
Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade during cutting operations. When making a narrow rip cut without a jig or similar cutting aid, always use a push stick (not a push block). A push block can be used for narrow ripping operations, if a jig or similar cutting aid is used. These aids help keep the operator’s hands well away from the blade.
Rabbet
A non-through cut positioned on the end or edge of the workpiece which produces a square, two-sided notch or trough in the workpiece.
Resaw (table saws and band saws)
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece to make thinner pieces.
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.
Ripping or Rip Cut (table saws)
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece and typically in the direction of the grain.
Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter (table saws)
A metal piece, slightly thinner than the blade, which helps keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.
Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has been cut by the blade.
Snipe (planers)
Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.
Taper Cut
A cut where the material being cut has a different width at the beginning of the cut from the end.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the workpiece. This type of cut will separate a single workpiece into two pieces.
Workpiece or Material
The item on which the operation is being done.
Worktable
Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.
FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Arbor ..............................................................5/8 in.
Blade Diameter .......................................................... 10 in.
Blade Tilt ................................................................0° - 45°
Rating ...............................................120 V, AC only, 60 Hz
Input .....................................................................15 Amps
No Load Speed ....................................5,000 r/min. (RPM)
Cutting Depth at 0° ...................................................... 3 in.
Cutting Depth at 45° ..............................................2-1/2 in.
BLADE
GUARD
ANTI-KICKBACK
PAWLS
MITER
GAUGE
SWITCH
RIVING
KNIFE
RIP
FENCE
FRONT
RAIL
LOCKING
LEVER
RIP
SCALE
BEVEL SCALE
HEIGHT/BEVEL
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ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
Fig. 2
FEATURES
KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW
See Figure 2.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS - Kickback is a hazard in which the workpiece is thrown back toward the operator. The teeth on the removable anti-kickback pawls point away from the workpiece. If the workpiece should be pulled back toward the operator, the teeth dig into the wood to help prevent or reduce the possibility of kickback.
BEVEL SCALE - The easy-to-read scale on the front of the cabinet shows the exact blade angle.
BLADE - For maximum performance, it is recommended that you use the 10 in. carbide tipped combination blade provided with your saw. The blade is raised and lowered with the height/bevel adjusting handwheel. Bevel angles are locked with the bevel locking lever. Additional blade styles of the same high quality are available for specific operations such as ripping. Your local dealer can provide you with complete information.
Blade kerf width must be within the limits stamped on the riving knife.
WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury.
BLADE GUARD - Always keep the removable blade guard down over the saw blade for through-sawing cuts.
BEVEL LOCKING LEVER - This lever, placed just under the saw table surface on the front of the cabinet, locks the angle setting of the blade.
HEIGHT/BEVEL ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL - Located on the front of the cabinet, use this handwheel to lower and raise the blade for height adjustments or blade replacement. This handwheel also makes the adjustment for bevel angles easy.
MITER GAUGE - The miter gauge aligns the wood for a cross cut. The easy-to-read indicator shows the exact angle for a miter cut.
MITER GAUGE GROOVES - The miter gauge rides in the grooves on the saw table.
RIP FENCE - A sturdy metal fence guides the workpiece and is secured with the locking lever.
RIP SCALE - Located on the front rail, the easy-to-read rip scale provides precise measurements for rip cuts.
RIVING KNIFE - A removable metal piece of the blade guard assembly, slightly thinner than the saw blade, which helps keep the kerf open and prevent kickback. When in the through sawing, or “up” position, it is higher than the saw blade. When in the non-through sawing, or “down” position, it is below the saw blade teeth.
SWITCH ASSEMBLY - This saw has an easy access switch assembly located below the front rail. To lock the switch in the OFF position, remove the switch key from the switch. Place the key in a location that is inaccessible to children and others not qualified to use the tool.
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FEATURES
OPERATING COMPONENTS
The upper portion of the blade projects up through the table and is surrounded by an insert called the throat plate. The height of the blade is set with a handwheel on the front of the cabinet. To accommodate wide panels, the saw table has rails on each side. Detailed instructions are provided in the Operation section of this manual for the basic cuts: cross cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts, and compound cuts.
The rip fence is used to position work for lengthwise cuts. A scale on the front rail shows the distance between the rip fence and the blade.
It is very important to use the blade guard assembly for all through-sawing operations. The blade guard assembly includes: riving knife, anti-kickback pawls, and blade guard.
SWITCH ASSEMBLY
See Figure 3.
This saw is equipped with a switch assembly that has a built-in locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and others.
WARNING:
ALWAYS make sure your workpiece is not in contact with
the blade before operating the switch to start the tool. Failure to heed this warning may cause the workpiece to be kicked back toward the operator and result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of accidental starting, ALWAYS make sure the switch is in the OFF ( O ) position before plugging tool into the power source.
SWITCH
ON
SWITCH
OFF
TO TURN YOUR SAW ON:
With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the switch
to turn ON ( l ).
TO TURN YOUR SAW OFF: Press the switch down to turn OFF ( O ).
TO LOCK YOUR SAW:
Press the switch down. Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a
safe, secure location.
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 ( O ) and remove the key. This action will prevent the tool from accidentally starting when power returns.
SWITCH KEY
SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION
Fig. 3
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TOOLS NEEDED
The following tools (not included or drawn to scale) are needed for assembly and making adjustments:
FRAMING SQUARE
PHILLIPS
SCREWDRIVER
FLATHEAD
SCREWDRIVER
COMBINATION
SQUARE
SOCKET WRENCH WITH 10 mm AND
11 mm SOCKET
C-CLAMPS
Fig. 4
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LOOSE PARTS
The following items are included with the table saw:
D
C
B
F
A
K
J
I
E
A. Anti-Kickback Pawls ................................................ 1
B. Blade Guard ............................................................. 1
C. Switch Key ............................................................... 1
D. Handle ...................................................................... 1
E. Miter Gauge ............................................................. 1
F. Rip Fence ................................................................. 1
H
G. Open End Wrench .................................................... 1
H. Closed End Wrench ................................................. 1
I. Hex Key (5 mm) ....................................................... 1
J. Push Stick Storage Screw ....................................... 2
K. Push Stick ................................................................ 1
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G
Fig. 5
LOOSE PARTS
The following items are included with the table saw leg stand:
I
C
D
E
F
A
I
E
H
D
C
B
A
G
I
E
B
H
A. Lower Brace ..............................................................2
B. Lower Side Brace ......................................................2
C. Upper Brace ..............................................................2
D. Upper Side Brace ......................................................2
E. Hex Nut ...................................................................20
I
H
F
H
F. Carriage Bolt (1/4 - 20 x 1/2 in.) .............................. 16
G. Carriage Bolt (1/4 - 20 x 1-3/8 in.) ............................4
H Foot ........................................................................... 4
I. Leg ............................................................................4
Fig. 6
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly. Carefully lift the saw from the carton and place on a level
work surface.
NOTE: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, keep your
knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts on the Loose Parts List are already assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.
Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected the tool, identified all loose parts, and satisfactorily operated the tool.
NOTE: Remove the foam block from between the saw’s
housing and the motor by first beveling the blade (see page 26).
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 this manual.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not lift the saw without help. 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.
WARNING:
Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow hands to come closer than 3 in. to the blade. Do not reach over or across the blade. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always make sure the table saw is securely mounted to a workbench or an approved leg stand. NEVER operate the saw on the floor.
MOUNTING HOLES
The table saw must be mounted to a firm supporting surface such as a workbench or leg stand. Four bolt holes have been provided in the saw’s base for this purpose.
To mount the saw to a work bench, use bolts that are of sufficient length to accommodate the saw base, lock washers, hex nuts, and the thickness of the workbench or other mounting surface. Tighten all bolts or screws securely. Carefully check the workbench after mounting to make sure that no movement can occur during use. If any tipping, sliding, or walking is noted, secure the workbench to the floor before operating.
To mount the saw to the leg stand, refer to specific procedures explained later in this section.
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ASSEMBLY
TO ASSEMBLE THE LEG STAND
See Figure 7.
Assembly is best done in the area where the saw will be used. 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).
Take the following from a small hardware pack: 16 bolts (1/4 - 20 x 1/2 in.)
16 hex nuts (1/4 - 20)
Take 4 legs and 8 braces from loose parts. Place an upper brace inside two of the legs, with the
legs wide end up. (Upper braces have two large holes in each end.) Make sure the dimples on the leg align with the small holes on the brace.
Align the large holes on the brace and the legs. Insert
the bolts. Add hex nuts and hand tighten. Repeat for the other upper brace. These are the front and back sets.
For the side sets, install an upper side brace on two legs.
Add hardware and finger tighten.
Use the same steps to install the lower braces. Tighten
all hex nuts securely with the socket wrench.
Install a foot to the bottom of each leg. Move the leg set to desired location.
UPPER BRACE
UPPER SIDE
LOWER SIDE
BRACE
BRACE
FOOT
HEX NUT
CARRIAGE
BOLT
HEX NUT
LEG
LOWER
BRACE
CARRIAGE
BOLT
Fig. 7
MOUNTING THE TABLE SAW BASE ON THE LEG STAND
See Figure 8.
Take the following from a small hardware pack: 4 carriage bolts (1/4-20 x 1-3/8 in.) 4 hex nuts (1/4-20) NOTE: This hardware was in the pack with hardware for
assembling the leg stand and leveling feet.
Place the table saw base on the leg stand. Align the holes
in the table with the holes in the end braces.
Place a bolt in each hole. Secure with a hex nut. Hand
tighten.
Repeat for three remaining holes. Tighten all hardware
securely with the socket wrench.
CARRIAGE
BOLT
HEX NUT
Fig. 8
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ASSEMBLY
TO INSTALL THE HANDLE
See Figure 9.
Hold the nylon nut securely and turn the screw counter-
clockwise to remove the nut completely.
NOTE: Do not remove the screw from the handle. Place the nylon nut into the recessed hole on the back of
the height/bevel adjusting handwheel and hold in place.
Slide the handle, screw, and washer into the hole on the
height/bevel adjusting handwheel.
Using a flathead screwdriver, turn the screw clockwise
and tighten in place.
TO REMOVE/REPLACE THE THROAT PLATE
See Figure 10.
Lower the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel counterclockwise.
To remove the throat plate, place your index finger in
the hole and lift the front end pulling the throat plate out toward the front of the saw.
To reinstall the throat plate, slip the tab into the slot at
the back of the saw and push down to secure in place.
NYLON
NUT
WASHER
HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL
THROAT
PLATE
HANDLE
SCREW
Fig. 9
Fig. 11
Fig. 10
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ASSEMBLY
TO CHANGE RIVING KNIFE POSITIONS
See Figure 11.
This saw is shipped with a riving knife that should be placed in the “down” position for non-through cutting and must be placed in the “up” position for all other cutting operations.
Unplug the saw.
To place in the “up” position for all through cutting:
Remove the throat plate. Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel clockwise.
Unlock the release lever by pulling it up. Grasp the riving knife and pull it towards the right side of
the saw to release the riving knife from the spring-loaded riving clamp.
Pull the riving knife up until the internal pins are engaged
and the riving knife is above the saw blade.
Lock the release lever by pushing the lever down. Reinstall the throat plate.
To place in riving knife “down” position for all non­through cutting:
Remove the throat plate. Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel clockwise.
Unlock the release lever by pulling it up. Grasp the riving knife and pull it towards the right side of
the saw to release the riving knife from the spring-loaded riving clamp.
Push the riving knife down until it is below the saw blade. Pull the riving knife up until the internal pins are engaged
and the riving knife is above the saw blade.
Lock the release lever by pushing the lever down. Reinstall the throat plate.
RELEASE LEVER
(UNLOCKED)
IN “UP” POSITION FOR THROUGH CUTTING
RELEASE LEVER
(LOCKED)
IN “DOWN” POSITION FOR NON-THROUGH CUTTING
Fig. 11
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ASSEMBLY
TO CHECK SAW BLADE INSTALLATION
See Figure 12.
NOTICE:
To work properly, the saw blade teeth must point down toward the front of the saw. Failure to heed this warning could cause damage to the saw blade, the saw, or the workpiece.
Unplug the saw. Lower the saw blade and remove the throat plate. Make sure the bevel locking lever is securely pushed to
the right. Raise the saw blade to its full height by turning the height/bevel adjusting handwheel clockwise.
Place riving knife in “up” position.
To loosen the blade:
Using the open end blade wrench, place the flat open
end on the flats on the arbor shaft.
Insert the closed end blade wrench over the blade nut.
Holding both wrenches firmly, pull the closed end wrench forward to the front of the machine.
To tighten the blade:
Using the open end blade wrench, place the flat open
end into the flats on the arbor shaft.
Insert the closed end blade wrench over the blade nut.
Holding both wrenches firmly, push the closed end wrench to the back of the machine. Make sure the blade nut is securely tightened. Do not overtighten.
Reinstall the throat plate. Check all clearances for free blade rotation.
Anti-kickback pawls should only be installed for through cuts.
Unplug the saw. Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel clockwise.
Place riving knife in “up” position. Reinstall the throat plate.
To install blade guard:
Lift the guard lever up to unlock. With the front of the blade guard raised, lower the back
of the guard into the middle hole of the riving knife. Push the front of the guard down until it is parallel to the table (see figure 15). If the blade guard is not parallel to the table, the riving knife is not in the “up” position.
Lock the guard in place by pushing the guard lever down. NOTE: Blade alignment can be adjusted for different blade
widths. Refer to: To Check and Align the Riving Knife and Saw Blade. Check the blade guard assembly for clearances and free movement.
OPEN END BLADE
WRENCH
CLOSED END BLADE
WRENCH
BLADE NUT
TO INSTALL THE BLADE GUARD AND ANTI­KICKBACK PAWLS
See Figures 13 - 15.
WARNING:
Always install the blade guard and anti-kickback pawls onto the riving knife in the “up” position to provide proper blade coverage. Installing the guarding components onto the riving knife in any other position will prevent them from working as designed, which could increase the risk of serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Replace dull or damaged anti-kickback pawls. Dull or damaged pawls may not stop a kickback increasing the risk of serious personal injury.
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Fig. 12
BLADE
GUARD
GUARD
LEVER
Fig. 13
ASSEMBLY
To install anti-kickback pawls:
Press and hold the button on the right side of the anti-
kickback pawls.
Align the slot in the pawls over the rear hole in the riving
knife.
Push the pawl handle down snapping them into place
and release the button.
NOTE: Pull on the pawl handle to make sure pawls are
securely locked.
PAWL
HANDLE
ANTI-KICKBACK
PAWLS
BUTTON
TO CHECK AND ALIGN THE RIVING KNIFE AND SAW BLADE
See Figures 16 - 17.
To check alignment of the riving knife:
Unplug the saw. Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel clockwise.
Remove the anti-kickback pawls and blade guard
assembly. Place a framing square or straight edge against both the saw blade and the riving knife.
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.
The saw blade and riving knife are aligned when the
framing square contacts both the blade and riving knife evenly with no gaps.
If the riving knife is out of alignment with the saw blade, adjustment is needed. The riving knife must be in alignment front to back (horizontally) and top to bottom (vertically).
HEX KEY
CORRECT
INCORRECT
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
RIVING
KNIFE
FRAMING
SQUARE
Fig. 16
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ASSEMBLY
To adjust (horizontally and vertically):
Remove the anti-kickback pawls and blade guard
assembly.
From the back of the saw, loosen the screws holding the
mounting bracket.
Reposition the riving knife left or right as needed to align
the riving knife with the saw blade.
Once properly aligned, securely retighten all screws. Check again for squareness and continue to adjust if
needed.
HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT
RIVING
KNIFE
FRAMING
SQUARE
PUSH STICK STORAGE
See Figure 18.
Insert the push stick storage screws from the loose parts
bag into the holes on the side of the saw table. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to tighten screws securely.
Place the slots in the push stick over the screws and slide
the push stick toward the back of the saw.
PUSH STICK STORAGE
SCREW(S)
PUSH STICK
BLADE
RIVING
KNIFE
BLADE
Fig. 18
VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT
FRAMING
SQUARE
Fig. 17
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OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
Kickback can be caused by any action that pinches the blade in the wood such as:
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 lumber 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
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Although many 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.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below: Straight line cutting operations such as cross cutting,
ripping, mitering, beveling, and compound cutting
Cabinet making and woodworking NOTE: This table saw is designed to cut wood and wood
composition products only.
BASIC OPERATION OF THE TABLE SAW
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. 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 section in this manual.
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 saw blade, 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.
AVOIDING KICKBACK
Always use the correct blade depth setting. The top of
the blade teeth should clear the workpiece by 1/8 in. to 1/4 in.
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. Use the miter
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 lumber. Use extra caution when cutting some prefinished or
composition wood products as the anti-kickback pawls may not always be effective.
Always guide your workpiece with both hands or with
push sticks and/or push blocks. Keep your body in a balanced position to be ready to resist kickback should it occur. Never stand directly in line with the blade.
Use of a featherboard will help hold the workpiece securely
against the saw table or fence.
Clean the saw, blade guard, under the throat plate, and
any areas where saw dust or scrap workpieces may gather.
Use the right type of blade for the cut being made. Always use the riving knife for every operation where it
is allowed. The use of this device will greatly reduce the risk of kickback.
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OPERATION
CUTTING AIDS
See Figure 19.
Push sticks are devices that may be used for pushing a workpiece through the blade in any rip cut. When making non-through cuts or ripping narrow stock, always use a push stick, push block, and/or featherboard so your hands do not come within 3 inches of the saw blade. They can be made in various sizes and shapes from scrap wood and used 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 push block has a handle fastened by recessed screws
from the underside. Use push blocks for narrow cuts and all non-through cuts.
PUSH STICKS
PUSH BLOCKS
CAUTION:
Be sure the screws in a push block are recessed to avoid damaging the saw or workpiece.
AUXILIARY FENCE
An auxiliary fence is a device used to close the gap between the rip fence and the saw table. Always make and use and auxiliary fence when ripping material 1/8 in. or thinner.
HOW TO MAKE AND ATTACH AN AUXILIARY FENCE (FOR RIP CUTTING THIN WORKPIECE)
See Figure 20.
Rip fence holes are used to secure an auxiliary fence which requires a piece of wood 3/4 in. thick, 3-1/2 in. wide, and 18-1/2 in. long to make.
To attach the auxiliary fence to the rip fence:
Place the wood against the rip fence and resting firmly
on the saw table.
From the back side of the rip fence, secure the wood to
the fence using 1-1/2 in. wood screws.
HOW TO MAKE A JIG (FOR RIP CUTTING NARROW WORKPIECE)
See Figure 21.
If ripping a narrow workpiece places the hands too close to the blade, it will be necessary to make and use a jig.
To make a jig:
Attach a handle to a long, straight piece of wood and
secure from the underside using recessed screws.
Cut an L-shaped stop in the side of the jig.
To use a jig:
Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the jig and against the stop.
Holding the jig handle and using a push block, make the
rip cut as described on page 31 later in this section.
18 1/2 in.
18-1/2 in.
3/4 in.
4 1/4 in.
STOP
Fig. 19
3-1/2 in.
Fig. 20
JIG
HANDLE
JIG
Fig. 21
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OPERATION
2 1/2 in.
12 in.
3/4 in.
4 in.
1/4 in.
1/8 in.
70°
FEATHERBOARD
A featherboard is a device used to help control the workpiece by holding 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 and locked in place on the table with a C-clamp. Test to ensure it can 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 22.
The featherboard is an excellent project for the saw. Select a solid piece of lumber approximately 3/4 in. thick, 2-1/2 in. wide and 12 in. long. Mark the center of the width on one end of the stock. Miter the width to 70° (see page 31 for information on miter cuts). Mark the board from the widest point at four inches.
Prepare the saw for ripping as discussed on page 31. Set the rip fence to allow approximately a 1/4 in. “finger” to be cut in the stock. Feed the stock only to the mark previously made at 4 in. 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 1/4 in. fingers and 1/8 in. spaces between the fingers.
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 C-clamps to further secure the featherboard to the edge of the saw table.
WARNING:
Do not locate the featherboard to the rear of the
workpiece. If positioned improperly, kickback can result from the featherboard pinching the workpiece and binding the blade in the saw kerf. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.
PUSH BLOCK
FEATHERBOARD
PUSH
STICK
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
HOW TO MOUNT A FEATHERBOARD
See Figure 23.
Completely lower the saw blade. Position the rip fence to the desired adjustment for the cut to be performed and lock.
Fig. 23
Fig. 22
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OPERATION
TYPES OF CUTS
See Figure 24.
There are six basic cuts: 1) the cross cut, 2) the rip cut, 3) the miter cut, 4) the bevel cross cut, 5) the bevel rip cut, and 6) the compound (bevel) miter cut. All other cuts are combinations 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.
Miter cuts are made with the wood at any angle to the blade other than 90°. The blade is vertical. Miter cuts tend to “creep” during cutting. This can be controlled by holding the workpiece securely against the miter gauge.
WARNING:
Always use a push stick 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.
1
CROSS CUT
2
RIP CUT
3
MITER CUT
4
BEVEL CROSS CUT
Bevel cuts are made with an angled blade. Bevel cross cuts are across the wood grain, and bevel rip cuts are with the grain.
Compound (or bevel) miter 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 miter cuts before trying a compound miter cut.
CUTTING TIPS
Rabbet cuts are non-through cuts which can be either rip cuts or cross cuts. Carefully read and understand all sections of this operator’s manual before attempting any operation.
WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury.
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.
5
BEVEL RIP CUT
6
COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT
Fig. 24
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.
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OPERATION
TO CHANGE BLADE DEPTH
See Figure 25.
The blade depth should be set so that the outer points of the blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below the top surface.
Turn the bevel lock lever to the right. Raise the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel clockwise or lower it by turning the handwheel counterclockwise.
TO CHANGE BLADE ANGLE (BEVEL)
See Figure 26.
This table saw has a rack and pinion bevel control that allows you to make angled cuts from 90° to 45°.
NOTE: A 90° cut has a 0° bevel and a 45° cut has a 45° bevel.
Unplug the saw. Loosen bevel control by turning bevel lock lever all the
way to the left. If it needs to be further loosened, pull spring-loaded bevel lock lever out and rotate it back to the right. Release bevel locking lever and allow it to seat (lock) in its original position. Turn it to the left again until loose.
Move the height adjusting handwheel to the right to bevel
to 45° bevel angle.
Tighten bevel control by turning bevel lock lever to the
right. If it needs to be tightened more, pull the spring­loaded bevel lock lever out and rotate it to the left. Then release bevel lock lever and allow it to return to its original position. Rotate to the right again. Repeat this process until bevel lock lever is securely tightened.
GULLET
90º ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
TO DECREASE
ANGLE
45º ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
TO INCREASE
ANGLE
Fig. 25
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
Fig. 26
TO ADJUST THE BEVEL INDICATOR
See Figure 27.
If the bevel indicator is not at zero when the saw blade is at 90°, adjust the indicator by loosening the screw and setting it at 0° on the bevel scale. Retighten the screw.
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HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
SCREW
COMBINATION
SQUARE
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
BEVEL
INDICATOR
Fig. 27
OPERATION
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, always make sure the rip fence is parallel to the blade before beginning any operation.
TO USE THE RIP FENCE
See Figure 28.
Place the rear lip on the rear of the saw table and pull
slightly toward the front of the unit.
Lower the front end of the rip fence onto the guide surfaces
on top of the front rail.
With the rip fence flat on the saw table, push the fence
towards the front rail to align the fence to the saw table. Push the locking lever down to align and secure the fence. Check for a smooth gliding action. If adjustments are needed,
see To Check the Alignment of the Rip Fence to the Blade in the Adjustment section of this manual.
Make two or three test cuts on scrap wood. If the cuts
are not true, repeat the process. NOTE: The rip fence must be secure when the locking
handle is engaged. To increase the grip of the rip fence
on the rear lip of the table, tighten the clamp screw on
the rear of the rip fence by turning it clockwise.
TO SET THE RIP FENCE SCALE INDICATOR TO THE BLADE
See Figure 28.
Use the indicator on the rip fence to position the fence along the scale on the front rail.
NOTE: The anti-kickback pawls and blade guard assembly must be removed to perform this adjustment. Reinstall the blade guard assembly when the adjustment is complete.
Begin with the blade at a zero angle (straight up).
Unplug the saw. Loosen the rip fence by lifting the locking lever. Using a framing square, set the rip fence 2 in. from the
blade tip edge. Loosen the screw on the scale indicator and align with
the 2 in. mark as shown. Tighten the screw and check the dimension and the rip
fence.
LOCKING
LEVER
BLADE
2 in.
MARK
RIP
FENCE
2 in.
SCALE
INDICATOR
RIP
FENCE
REAR
SCALE
LOCKING
LEVER
CLAMP
SCREW
LIP
FRONT
RAIL
Fig. 28
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OPERATION
TO USE THE MITER GAUGE
See Figure 29.
The miter gauge provides greater accuracy in angled cuts. For very close tolerances, test cuts are recommended.
There are two miter gauge grooves, one on either side of the blade. When making a 90° cross cut, you can use either miter gauge groove. When making a beveled cross cut (the blade tilted in relation to the table) the miter gauge should be located in the groove on the right so that the blade is tilted away from the miter gauge and your hands.
The miter gauge can be turned 60° to the right or left.
Loosen the lock knob. With the miter gauge in the miter gauge groove, rotate
the gauge until the desired angle is reached on the scale. Retighten the lock knob.
MITER GAUGE
MITER
GAUGE BODY
LOCK
KNOB
Fig. 29
HEELING (PARALLELING) THE BLADE TO THE MITER GAUGE GROOVE
See Figures 30 - 32.
WARNING:
The blade must be parallel to the miter gauge groove so the wood does not bind resulting in kickback. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
Do not loosen any screws for this adjustment until you have checked with a square and made test cuts to be sure adjustments are necessary. Once the screws are loosened, these items must be reset.
Unplug the saw. Remove the blade guard and anti-kickback pawls. Raise
the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting handwheel. Mark beside one of the blade teeth at the front of the
blade. Place a combination square even with the front
of the saw table and the side of the saw blade as shown
in figure 31.
Turn the blade so the marked tooth is at the back. Move the combination square to the rear and again
measure the distance. If the distances are the same, the
blade is square.
ADJUSTING
SCREWS (2)
RIGHT MITER
GAUGE GROOVE
ADJUSTING
SCREWS (2)
COMBINATION
SQUARE
Fig. 30
COMBINATION
SQUARE
Fig. 31
28 - English
OPERATION
If the distances are different:
Place riving knife in “down” position. Loosen the adjusting screws, located on top of the saw
table. If the back of the blade was too far from the combination
square, place a block of wood on the left side of the
blade and push it into the blade until the blade is square.
Retighten the screws. If the back of the blade was too close to the combination
square, place a block of wood on the right side of the
blade and push it into the blade until the blade is square. Retighten the screws.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury from kickback, align the rip fence to the blade following any blade adjustments. Always make sure the rip fence is parallel to the blade before beginning any operation.
MAKING CUTS
This table saw can perform a variety of cuts that are not all mentioned in this manual. DO NOT attempt to make any cuts not covered here unless you are thoroughly familiar with the proper procedures and necessary accessories. Your local library has many books on table saw usage and specialized woodworking procedures for your reference.
The blade provided with the saw is a high-quality combination blade suitable for ripping and cross cut operations. Carefully check all setups and rotate the blade one full revolution to assure proper clearance before connecting saw to power source. Stand slightly to the side of the blade path to reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur.
WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury.
BLADE TOO CLOSE TO MITER GAUGE GROOVE
Fig. 32
29 - English
OPERATION
Use the miter gauge when making cross, miter, bevel, and compound miter cuts. To secure the angle, lock the miter gauge in place by twisting the lock knob clockwise. Always tighten the lock knob securely in place before use.
NOTE: 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 first.
MAKING A CROSS CUT
See Figures 33 - 34.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious possible injury.
WARNING:
Using the rip fence as a cutoff gauge when cross cutting will result in kickback which can cause serious personal injury.
Remove the rip fence. Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece. Set the miter gauge to 0° and tighten the lock knob. Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
To turn the saw ON, lift the switch. To turn saw OFF, press the switch down.
NOTE: To prevent unauthorized use, remove the switch
key as shown in figure 34. Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the miter gauge lock knob and the hand farthest from the blade should be placed on the workpiece.
When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the workpiece.
CROSS CUT
PLACE RIGHT HAND ON
MITER GAUGE HERE
SWITCH
ON
SWITCH KEY
Fig. 33
SWITCH
OFF
SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION
Fig. 34
30 - English
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