CX202 10” CONTRACTORS TABLE SAW WITH RIVING KNIFE User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS General Safety Instructions ..................................................................................... 3 Specific Safety Instructions ..................................................................................... 4 CX202 Features ...................................................................................................... 5 Physical Features ................................................................................................... 6 Set Up ..............
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MACHINES Extreme caution should be used when operating all power tools. Know your power tool, be familiar with its operation, read through the owner’s manual and practice safe usage procedures at all times. ALWAYS read and understand the user manual before operating the machine. CONNECT your machine ONLY to the matched and specific power source. ALWAYS wear safety glasses respirators, hearing protection and safety shoes, when operating your machine.
CX202 CONTRACTORS TABLE SAW SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NEVER use a saw blade that has missing carbide teeth, loose teeth, or chipped or broken teeth. NEVER stand directly in line with the saw blade when feeding stock into the saw. NEVER place your fingers or hands in the line of cut. If you slip, your hands or fingers may come into contact with the blade. Always use a push stick when ripping narrow pieces. NEVER allow visitors or helpers to stand in line with the saw blade.
CX202–10” Table Saw FEATURES MODEL CX202 – 10” CONTRACTORS TABLE SAW As part of the growing line of Craftex woodworking equipment, we are proud to offer the CX202 a 10” Table Saw with Riving Knife. The Craftex name guarantees Craft Excellence. By following the instructions and procedures laid out in this user manual, you will receive years of excellent service and satisfaction. The CX202 is a professional tool and like all power tools, proper care and safety procedures should be adhered to. Motor ........
CX202 – CONTRACTORS TABLE SAW PHYSICAL FEATURES Miter Gauge Extension Table Extension Table Blade Guard Fence Rear Fence Rail Motor Cover Blade Tilt Hand Wheel Table Tilt Scale Power Cord Front Fence Rail ON / OFF Switch Blade Height Hand Wheel Legs Feet 6
SETUP LIST OF CONTENTS Before setting up your machine you should read and understand the instructions given in this manual. A. B. C. D. E. F. G. The unpainted surfaces of this table saw are coated with a rust preventive waxy oil that you will want to remove this before you begin assembly. Use a solvent cleaner that will not damage painted surfaces. QTY Table Saw ........................................ Extension Wings .............................. Motor Cover .....................................
This tool is for use on a normal 120-volt circuit and is factory-equipped with a specific electric cord and plug to permit connection to a proper electric circuit. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. If an adaptor plug is used, it must be attached to the metal screw of the receptacle. Figure-3 Inventory LIST OF CONTENTS Q. R. S. T. QTY Legs ................................................ Brackets ..........................................
Now, attach the legs together with the longer side brackets as shown in figure-7. ASSEMBLY To assemble your CX202, read understand the text and figures given. and Attach the upper smaller brackets to the top holes of each two legs using screws and washers provided, as shown in figure-5. Do not tighten the screws at this time. Make sure the “U” shaped bracket is attached to right hand side of the front bracket having the CX202 model# on it as shown in figure-7 and tighten all the screws.
Slide the hand wheel onto the hand wheel shaft in front of the saw and secure it using the lock knob provided. Thread the hand wheel handle into the hole on the hand wheel and tighten it. See figure-9. Slide the blade tilt hand wheel on the shaft located on the side of the saw as shown in figure-11 and secure it using the lock knob. Thread the hand wheel handle into the hole on the hand wheel and tighten it properly.
Figure-13 Using masking tape to shim the extension wing up If the mating surface of the extension wing tilts up, use a masking tape along the top edge if the main table to shim the extension wing down. Figure-15 Nut and bolt to secure the front fence rail to the table and wings Slide the smaller front fence rail piece on to the bolt through the slot on the rail and then slide the larger piece as shown in figure-16 and tighten the nuts.
Attach the switch to the front fence rail as shown in figure-17, using screws and washers provided. INSTALLING THE SAW BLADE Remove the table insert. Raise the arbor all the way up using the blade height hand wheel located on the front of the saw and set the blade to 0-degree. Remove the arbor nut and the arbor flange and install the 10” blade provided. Make sure the teeth of the blade are facing the front of the saw.
BLADE GUARD SPREADER INSTALLING THE BLADE GUARD Make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the cord is disconnected from the power source. Attach the blade guard to the spreader as shown in figure-21. Remove the table insert (if already installed) and loosen the lock handle to open the bracket. Now, slide the blade guard spreader, down into the bracket and tighten the lock handle to engage the bracket. Make sure the spreader is locked properly. See figure-20.
BASIC CONTROLS TEST RUN The basic controls of this machine are shown in the figure-23. Use the figure and read the text to understand what the basic controls of your CX202 are. Once you have assembled your machine completely, it is then time for a test run to make sure that the machine works properly and is ready for operation. WARNING For the protection of your eyes, make sure you are wearing safety glasses or safety goggles while doing the test run. Figure-23 Basic controls on CX202 A.
CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR CX202 features a 4” diameter dust port to connect to a dust collector. When connecting to a dust collector, use a proper sized hose and make sure all the connections are sealed tightly. It is recommended to use a proper sized dust collector with the CX202 to ensure adequate dust collection. BLADE GUARD The blade guard assembly on your CX202 consists of a clear polycarbonate shield, spreader and anti-kickback pawls.
WORK-PIECE INSPECTION Before cutting the work-piece, make sure to inspect it for nails, staples, small pieces of stone or metal and any other foreign object which is dangerous to come in contact with the blade. Figure-25 Riving knife The riving knife is installed when doing nonthrough cuts using a standard table saw blade and for the cutting operations when the blade does not cut all the way through thickness of the work-piece.
OPERATIONS Before performing any of the following operations, make sure all the parts of the machine are assembled properly and you have done the test run. Make sure you have read the manual and you are familiar using the table saw, knowing all the safety features on this machine. Since the blade guard can not be used when doing non-through cuts, there is great possibility of kickback. Make sure to have the riving knife installed, when using standard saw blade to perform non-through cuts.
the full speed and feed the work-piece through the blade using a push stick, until the work-piece completely passes the saw blade. See figure-28. point is aligned with the blade and the blade is cutting the waste side of the line. Connect the cord to the power source and turn the table saw “ON”. Let the blade to reach its full speed and hold the work-piece against the face of the miter gauge. Slowly push the work-piece with the miter gauge and until it is completely past the blade.
FENCE SCALE ADJUSTMENT To adjust the fence and the rails, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the cord is disconnected from the power source. Remove the blade guard and Slide the fence against the saw blade and push the fence handle down to lock it on the rails. Figure-30 Marking the angle of cut BEVEL CUTS The CX202 blade can be tilted to the left between 0° and 45° by rotating the blade tilt hand wheel. This feature of the saw allows making bevel cuts.
MAIN TABLE TO BLADE PARALLELISM Your CX202 will give a better result if the main table is parallel to the blade. If it is not parallel, the result you will get will be poor and low quality. To check if the table is parallel to the blade, use an adjustable square and measure the distance between the miter slot on the table and the edge of the blade (front or back) as shown in figure-32. To adjust the table: Make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and the cord is unplugged from the power source.
hand-wheel. Place the straight edge against the top and bottom part of the spreader or riving knife as shown in figure-34. Figure-35 Removing the plastic plate Figure-34 Using a straight-edge to check the top and bottom alignment If the spreader or riving knife is not parallel with the blade, remove it and place it on a flat surface. Check if it lays evenly on the flat surface along its length. Raise the blade to the maximum and remove the blade guard, the table insert and the spreader.
ON / OFF SWITCH The CX202 is equipped with a push button switch that will accept a padlock (not included) for locking the switch in the OFF position. See figure-37. Figure-37 Locking the switch in the OFF position To safeguard your machine from unauthorized operation and accidental starting by young children, the use of padlock is necessary. Place a 90° square against the miter gauge rod and the miter gauge base. If the rod is not square, loosen the knob, adjust the rod, and tighten the knob.
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WARRANTY CRAFTEX 3 YEARS LIMITED WARRANTY Craftex warrants every product to be free from defects in materials and agrees to correct such defects where applicable. This warranty covers three years for parts and 90 days for labour (unless specified otherwise), to the original purchaser from the date of purchase but does not apply to malfunctions arising directly or indirectly from misuse, abuse, improper installation or assembly, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance.
