(Model 36-070) PART NO. 899880 (0012) Copyright © 2000 Delta Machinery To learn more about DELTA MACHINERY visit our website at: www.deltamachinery.com. For Parts, Service, Warranty or other Assistance, please call ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 21 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).
SAFETY RULES Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR MITER SAWS 1. USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW BLADES. WHEN USING CARBIDE-TIPPED BLADES, MAKE SURE THEY HAVE A NEGATIVE HOOK ANGLE. DO NOT USE BLADES WITH DEEP GULLETS AS THEY CAN DEFLECT AND CONTACT GUARD. 20. NEVER lock the switch in the “ON” position. 2. DO NOT OPERATE the miter saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions. 22. TURN OFF tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings. 21.
UNPACKING 1. Remove the miter saw and all loose items from the carton. IMPORTANT: DO NOT LIFT THE MITER SAW BY THE SWITCH HANDLE AS THIS MAY CAUSE MISALIGNMENT. ALWAYS LIFT THE MACHINE BY THE BASE OR CARRYING HANDLE. Fig. 2, illustrates the machine and all loose items after they have been removed from the carton. 1 1 - Miter Saw 2 - Wrenches for changing the blade 3 - Table lock handle 3 2 Fig.
ASSEMBLING TABLE LOCK HANDLE 1. Thread table lock handle (A) Fig. 5, into the threaded hole (B) of the arm bracket. B A Fig. 5 ROTATING TABLE TO 90 DEGREE POSITION 1. Loosen table lock handle (A) Fig. 6, one or two turns and depress index lever (B) to release 45 degree positive stop. 2. Rotate table to the left until index stop engages with the 90 degree positive stop (C) Fig. 6. Then tighten table lock handle (A). C B A Fig. 6 C A ASSEMBLING DUST BAG (OPTIONAL) 1. Assemble dust bag (A) Fig.
CONNECTING SAW TO POWER SOURCE POWER CONNECTIONS A separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug.
EXTENSION CORDS RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC TOOLS Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and a 3-pole receptacle which will accept the tool’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the saw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig.
STARTING AND STOPPING MACHINE A To start the machine, depress switch trigger (A) Fig. 12. To stop the machine, release the switch trigger. This miter saw is equipped with an automatic electric blade brake. As soon as the switch trigger (A) Fig. 12, is released, the electric brake is activated and stops the blade in seconds. WARNING: A TURNING SAW BLADE CAN BE HAZARDOUS. AFTER COMPLETING CUT, RELEASE SWITCH TRIGGER (A) FIG. 12, TO ACTIVATE BLADE BRAKE.
LOCKING CUTTINGHEAD IN THE DOWN POSITION B A When transporting the miter saw, the cuttinghead should always be locked in the down position. This can be accomplished by lowering the cuttinghead (A) Fig. 16, and pushing pin (B) until other end of pin (B) engages with hole in cutting arm. IMPORTANT: NEVER CARRY THE MITER SAW BY THE SWITCH HANDLE OR TABLE CONTROL HANDLE AS THIS MAY CAUSE MISALIGNMENT. ALWAYS LIFT THE MACHINE BY THE BASE OR CARRYING HANDLE. Fig.
ADJUSTING BLADE PARALLEL TO TABLE OPENING 1. DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE POWER SOURCE. 2. Lower the cuttinghead and check to see if the saw blade (A) Fig. 20, is parallel to the left edge (B) of the table opening. A 3. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen two screws, one of which is shown at (C) Fig. 20, and move the cuttinghead until the blade (A) is parallel with the left edge (B) of the table opening. Then tighten two screws (C). C B Fig.
TYPICAL OPERATIONS AND HELPFUL HINTS 1. Before cutting, make certain the table is set at the correct angle and firmly locked in place. 2. Before cutting, determine that the workpiece is the right size for the saw. 3. Place the workpiece on the table and hold it firmly against the fence. 4. For best results cut at a slow, even cutting rate. 5. If the workpiece you are cutting causes your hand to be within 4 inches of the saw blade, the workpiece must be clamped to the fence before cutting. 6.
GENERAL CUTTING OPERATIONS 1. Your miter saw has the capacity to cut standard 2 x 4’s laying flat or on edge, at the 45 degree right and left miter angles as shown in Figs. 26 and 27. Fig. 26 Fig. 27 2. A standard 2 x 6 can easily be cut in the 90 degree straight cut-off position in one pass, as shown in Fig. 28. Fig. 28 3. Cutting a standard 4 x 4 is easily accomplished with your miter saw in one pass, as shown in Fig. 29. Fig.
4. Cutting various sizes of plastic pipe is an easy job with the miter saw, as shown in Fig. 30. CUTTING ALUMINUM Aluminum extrusions such as used for making aluminum screens and storm windows can easily be cut with your miter saw. When cutting aluminum extrusions, or other sections that can be cut with a saw blade and are within the capacity of the machine, position the material so the blade is cutting through the smallest cross-section, as shown in Fig. 31.
CUTTING CROWN MOULDINGS 1. There are several methods that can be used to cut crown mouldings on the miter saw. The method shown in Fig. 35, illustrates the contact surfaces (the surfaces that contact the wall and ceiling) of the crown moulding held firmly against the fence and table of the miter saw. This method is acceptable when making a small number of cuts but would not be practical for a production application as it may be difficult to firmly hold the work in this position.
5. Fasten the filler blocks to the fence using wood screws (A) through the two holes provided on each fence half, as shown in Fig. 40. This enables you to easily remove the filler blocks when not in use and quickly reassemble them to the fence when needed. A A Fig. 40 6. Fig. 41, illustrates the miter saw arm in the 45 degree right miter position and the filler blocks fastened to the fence so that the moulding will be in the same position as it would be when nailed between the ceiling and wall.
MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE BLADE A WARNING: USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW BLADES. WHEN USING CARBIDE TIPPED BLADES, MAKE SURE THEY HAVE A NEGATIVE HOOK ANGLE. DO NOT USE BLADES WITH DEEP GULLETS AS THEY CAN DEFLECT AND CONTACT THE GUARD. USE ONLY 10" DIAMETER SAW BLADES WHICH ARE RATED FOR 6000 RPM OR HIGHER AND HAVE 5/8" DIAMETER ARBOR HOLES. 1. DISCONNECT POWER SOURCE. THE MACHINE FROM B THE Fig. 43 2. Loosen screw (A) Fig. 43, and rotate cover (B) to the rear as shown in Fig. 44. B 3.
BRUSH INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT B CAUTION: BEFORE INSPECTING THE BRUSHES, DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE. A Brush life varies. It depends on the load on the motor. Check the brushes after the first 50 hours of use for a new machine or after a new set of brushes has been installed. After the first check, examine them after about 10 hours of use until such time that replacement is necessary. To inspect the brushes, proceed as follows: A Fig. 47 D 1. Remove three screws (A) Fig.
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ACCESSORIES A complete line of accessories are available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable Delta Factory Service Centers, and Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.deltamachinery.com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier. WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by Delta, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories could be hazardous. For safest operation, only Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product.
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