with 30" Unifence® (Model 36-477) with 30" Biesemeyer® (Model 36-485) REVISED 6-15-00 PART NO.
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.
28. 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 lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.
UNPACKING AND CLEANING Carefully unpack the table saw and all loose items from the shipping containers. Remove the protective coating from the machined surfaces of the saw. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose). Fig. 2, illustrates the components of the table saw. Fig. 3, illustrates the components of the saw stand. Fig. 4, illustrates the components of the Unifence® Fig.
3 1 2 4 5 7 23 8 6 22 9 11 10 13 12 15 14 16 18 21 17 19 20 Fig. 3 UNIFENCE T-SLOT RAIL FENCE SYSTEM 7 3 6 5 4 8 9 10 15 11 12 14 2 19 13 16 21 18 20 1 Fig. 4 5 17 1. Combination Dust Chute/ Support Panel 2. Motor Pulley 3. Motor 4. Pulley Guard 5. Drive Belt 6. Spring 7. Pins (2) for Mounting Motor 8. Motor Mounting Plate 9. Lockwashers (4) 10. Flat Washers (4) 11. 5/16-18 x 3/4 Carriage Head Screws (4) 12. Hex Nuts (4) 13. 5/16 Hex Nuts (8) 14. 5/16 Lockwashers (8) 15.
BIESEMEYER T-SQUARE FENCE SYSTEM The T-Square® Commercial Fence System includes the fence assembly, front rail, rear rail, front guide tube and right extension table Model 78-927 for 30 capacity. IMPORTANT: The T-Square® Fence System is designed to be used ONLY with a supporting extension table. UNPACKING Carefully unpack the T-Square® fence system from the shipping carton(s). Figure 5, 6 & 7 illustrates all the items supplied with the 78-904 fence system.
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 4 6 2 7 5 Fig. 5 19 16 17 18 Fig.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS B C E ASSEMBLING SAW STAND 1. Assemble the dust chute and support panel (A) Fig. 8, to the inside of the front stand panel (B) with three #10 x 1/2 sheet metal screws (C), four #10-32 x 1/2 screws (D), and four hex nuts (E). Fig. 9 illustrates the dust chute and support panel (A) assembled to the front of stand (B). NOTE: The front stand panel will have the saw identity labels facing you. Do not completely tighten the stand hardware at this time.
ASSEMBLING SAW TO STAND F 1. Fig. 11, illustrates the stand (B) completely assembled. 2. Assemble rubber foot (A) Fig. 11, onto the end of each stand leg (B). Insert grommet (C) into hole (D) in stand leg. D B E 3. Carefully place saw (E) Fig. 12, onto saw stand (B). Align eight holes in the top of stand (B) with mounting holes in the bottom of saw (E) and fasten with eight screws, flat washers, lockwashers, and hex nuts (F) Fig. 11. A C Fig. 11 4. Fig.
MOTOR The motor shipped with your saw is a 1-1/2 H.P., Ball Bearing, Capacitor Start/Capacitor Run, 115/230 Volt motor. This motor has been specially selected to best supply power to your machine and the relative safety of the machine is enhanced by its use. We, therefore, strongly suggest that only this motor be used, as the use of other motors may be detrimental to the performance and safety of the saw.
ASSEMBLING MOTOR PULLEY, BELT AND PULLEY GUARD, AND DRIVE BELT B WARNING: WHEN ASSEMBLING MOTOR PULLEY, BELT AND PULLEY GUARD, AND DRIVE BELT, MAKE CERTAIN THE MOTOR IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE. A C 1. Remove the motor shaft key that is taped to the motor. Fig. 19 2. Insert the key (A) Fig. 19, in the keyway on the motor shaft. Assemble the motor pulley (B) on the motor shaft as shown, with the hub of the pulley facing out. Tighten set screw (C) against key (A) in motor shaft. E 3.
7. Lift the motor and assemble the drive belt (H) Fig. 23, to the arbor pulley and motor pulley (B). The weight of the motor will provide the correct belt tension. H B Fig. 23 8. WARNING: IMMEDIATELY AFTER ASSEMBLING THE BELT, RAISE THE SAW BLADE TO ITS MAXIMUM HEIGHT AND TILT THE SAW BLADE TO 45 DEGREES. CHECK TO SEE IF THE MOTOR (J) FIG. 24, IS BELOW THE TOP OF THE TABLE SURFACE (K).
2. Fig. 27, illustrates the motor cord connected to the switch assembly. Fig. 27 ASSEMBLING BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY A B WARNING: MAKE CERTAIN THE SAW IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE. 1. Fasten the rear splitter mounting bracket (A) Fig. 28, to the rear trunnion using the two 3/4 hex head screws (B) and flat washers. Do not completely tighten the two screws (B) at this time. 2. With wrenches supplied, remove the saw blade from the saw.
5. If an alignment is necessary, loosen the two screws (F) Fig. 31, align bracket (D) with the arbor flange (E) and tighten screws (F). D 6. Loosely assemble large washer and screw (C) Fig. 31, to the inside splitter bracket. This screw and washer was removed in STEP 3. F C E Fig. 31 7. Assemble the blade guard and splitter assembly (G) Fig. 32, between the large washer (C) and the splitter bracket and tighten screw (H) with wrench supplied. G H C Fig. 32 G 8.
9. With the blade guard (L) Fig. 35, in the raised position, assemble the saw blade (K) on the saw arbor with two arbor wrenches supplied. L K Fig. 35 G 10. Using a straight edge, check to see if the saw blade is aligned with the rear of the splitter (G), as shown in Figs. 36 and 37. If alignment is necessary, loosen the screws (A) Fig. 37, align splitter (G) with the saw blade, and tighten two screws (A). Fig. 36 G A Fig. 37 11. Lower saw blade and install table insert (P) Fig.
ASSEMBLING EXTENSION WING 1. Assemble extension wing (A) Fig. 39, to the saw table using three 7/16-20 x 1-1/4 screws (B) and lockwashers (C) as shown in Fig. 39. C B D A Fig. 39 2. With a straight edge (D) Fig. 39, make certain the extension wing (A) is level with the saw table before tightening three screws (B) Fig. 40. B Fig. 40 ASSEMBLING SWITCH TO EXTENSION WING C B 1. Assemble switch (A) Fig.
ASSEMBLING TABLE MOUNTING BRACKETS TO SAW TABLE 1. Assemble Z-brackets (A) Fig. 43, to the three tapped holes at the inside edge on the right side of saw table (B), using three 7/16-20 x 3/4 hex head screws (C) with flat washers and lockwashers. C B A Fig. 43 2. Using a square (D) Fig. 44, make certain the Z-brackets (A) are perpendicular to the saw table as shown. Also, lift upward on Z-brackets (A) while tightening screws (C) to eliminate any play. D A A Fig. 44 3. Fig.
UNIFENCE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLING TABLE LEGS AND FRONT TABLE SUPPORT Fig. 48 1. The table board supplied will require thirteen locations to be marked on the bottom of the table board at the locations illustrated in Fig. 48. NOTE: The table board should be positioned so that the edge with no veneer is on the side that will be attached to the extension wing. Turn the table board upside-down with the raw edge to the left for leg hardware mounting. A B 2. Assemble table leg (A) Fig.
4. Insert foot adapter (T) Fig. 51, into the bottom of each leg (A). Assemble the 3/8 jam nut (V) Fig. 51, approximately 3/4 of the way onto leveling screw (W) and place a flat washer (X) on the leveling screw. Thread the leveling screw (W) Fig. 51, into foot adapter. Fig. 52, illustrates the foot leveling assembly on the table leg. Assemble the remaining foot assembly to the other table leg in the same manner. NOTE: Height adjustments can be made later. Fig. 51 Fig. 52 5.
ASSEMBLING UNIFENCE TABLE TO SAW B A 1. Position table board (A) Fig. 54, onto angle brackets (B). B Fig. 54 2. While holding table board firmly against the saw table, fasten table to three angle brackets (B) Fig. 55, using three #8 x 7/8 long wood screws (C). CAUTION: DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN TABLE MOUNTING SCREWS. Over-tightening screws in particle board may cause them to strip. C C B A B Fig. 55 D F A 3. Using a straight edge (D) Fig.
ASSEMBLING UNIFENCE GUIDE RAIL B 1. Locate the T-Slot Guide Rail and mounting hardware Fig. 59, from the packing material of the Unifence. Remove the end caps (A) Fig. 59, prior to assembly, by inserting a flat headed screwdriver (B) into the channel and tap gently as shown. NOTE: Take care not to damage either the cap or the rail. A A Fig. 59 2. Insert two 3/8-24 x 1 hex head bolts, flat washers and hex nuts (C) Fig. 60, into the two holes (F) Fig. 60 in the front of saw table (G).
7. Move the square (H) Fig. 62, to the end of the Unifence table and check to make certain the same distance is kept from the top surface of the extension table (K) to the top surface of the guide rail (C). Move the front table support (L) Fig. 63, against the guide rail (C), and fasten with 1/4-20 nut and flat washer (M). Tighten two wood screws, one of which is shown at (N) Fig. 63, that fasten the Unifence table to the guide rail. N ASSEMBLING RAIL STOP 1. The Unifence Flip Stop Fig.
E B A C F C B A D Fig. 70 Fig. 68 A B B Fig. 69 G Fig. 71 ASSEMBLING CURSOR TO UNIFENCE BODY 1. Remove two screws and flat washers (A) Fig. 68, and assemble the cursor (B) to the Unifence body (C). Replace the two screws and flat washers (A). 2. Fig. 69, illustrates the cursor (B) assembled to the Unifence body. Final adjustment to the cursor (B) will be made later. B ASSEMBLING UNIFENCE BODY TO GUIDE RAIL G 1. Turn fence body (A) Fig. 70, upside down and lay it on a table or bench.
C C A A B B Fig. 74 Fig. 75 ASSEMBLING UNIFENCE TO UNIFENCE BODY C 1. The fence (A) can be assembled to clamp plate (B) in either the horizontal position as shown in Fig. 74, or the vertical position as shown in Fig. 75. Make certain the two lock knobs (C), are loose and slide fence (A) onto clamp plate (B) as shown. Then tighten the two lock knobs (C). 2. For most cutting operations, the bottom of the fence should be positioned slightly above the table surface. Loosen two lock knobs (C) Fig.
D E B F A Fig. 80 Fig. 79 3. Using the template (D) Figures 78 and 79, check and adjust front rail at both ends of the saw table as shown, to make sure rail (A) is level with table surface and tighten rail mounting hardware (B). IMPORTANT: Template (D) must be on saw table when checking, not on extension wing. 4. Assemble rear rail (E) Fig. 80, to rear of saw table using the two 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 long hex head screws (F), 7/8 flat washers and lockwashers as shown.
5- 3/8² (M) H 2- 3/8² (L) I 1- 3/4² (K) J P P Fig. 83 Fig. 82 7. Mark the position of the four leg mounting holes from each end of the table as shown in Fig. 82. Using a 1/4 drill bit, drill four through holes through the end piece (J) of the table at the dimensions shown at (K) (L) and (M). L 8. Position the two legs (H) as shown in Fig. 83. Assemble the four 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 long leg mounting screws, washers and hex nuts (I) into holes drilled in step 7 and tighten.
V U T X Fig. 87 11. After the holes have been drilled in the edge of the front and rear extension table board, fasten both front and rear rail to table using the 1-1/2 flat head Phillips screws (T) Fig. 87, 1-1/4 O.D. flat washers (U) and hex nuts (V). NOTE: The 1-1/4 flat washer cannot be used on the end holes (X). 12. Lay the guide tube (B) 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 fuse. Have a certified electrician replace or repair a worn cord immediately. Before connecting the motor to a power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics as stamped on the motor nameplate. Running on low voltage will damage the motor.
115 VOLT, SINGLE PHASE OPERATION 1. This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. The motor recommended for use with your saw is shipped wired for 115 volts and is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet which looks like the one illustrated in Fig. 91. The tool is supplied with a three-prong grounding type plug which is also illustrated in Fig. 91. GROUNDED OUTLET BOX CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS 2.
FASTENING STAND TO SUPPORTING SURFACE IF DURING OPERATION THERE IS ANY TENDENCY FOR THE SAW TO TIP OVER, SLIDE OR WALK ON THE SUPPORTING SURFACE, THE SAW STAND CAN BE SECURED TO THE FLOOR SURFACE. THE RUBBER FEET OF THE STAND FEATURE HOLES WHICH ALLOW EASY MOUNTING WITHOUT REMOVING THE SAW FROM THE STAND. OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS STARTING AND STOPPING SAW 1. The on/off switch is located underneath the switch shield (A) Fig. 94. To turn the saw “ON,” move switch trigger (B) to the up position. 2.
RAISING AND LOWERING THE BLADE To raise the saw blade, loosen lock knob (A) Fig. 98, and turn the blade raising handwheel (B) clockwise. When the blade is at the desired height, tighten lock knob (A). To lower the blade, loosen lock knob (A) Fig. 98, and turn the handwheel (B) counterclockwise. NOTE: One full turn of the handwheel will change blade height approximately 1/4 . B D A C E TILTING THE BLADE Fig. 98 To tilt the saw blade for bevel cutting, loosen lock knob (C) Fig.
BACKLASH ADJUSTMENTS FOR BLADE RAISING AND BLADE TILTING MECHANISMS After a period of extended use, if any play is detected in the blade raising or blade tilting mechanisms, the following adjustments should be made. C 1. Make certain the machine is disconnected from the power source. D 2. NOTE: The machine has been turned upside down and the blade removed for clarity and safety. 3. Adjusting blade raising mechanism - Loosen locknut (A) Fig.
ADJUSTING BLADE ALIGNMENT WARNING: Blade Alignment is Factory Set and should not need adjustment. Adjusting Blade Alignment, in the field, is a difficult and time-consuming procedure. All Saw Blades have some run-out, therefore re-adjusting blade alignment should only be attempted if it becomes necessary. (See step 6 in CHECKING BLADE ALIGNMENT.) 1. Disconnect the saw from power source. 2. Lower blade; remove blade guard and table insert.
ADJUSTING TABLE INSERT B MAKE CERTAIN THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE. Place a straight edge across the table at both ends of the table insert as shown in Fig. 105. The table insert (A) should always be level with the table. If an adjustment is necessary, turn the adjusting screws (B), as needed. Four adjusting screws (B) are supplied in the table insert. The table insert is equipped with a convenient finger hole (C) for easy removal. A C B Fig. 105 CHANGING THE SAW BLADE 1.
STORING THE MITER GAGE, RIP FENCE, AND ARBOR WRENCHES 1. When not in use, the miter gage (A) Fig. 108, can be stored through the hole located at the front side of the stand as shown. B 2. The rip fence (B) Fig. 108, can be conveniently stored out-of-the-way on the stamped ledges on the right side of the saw stand. A 3. Arbor wrenches (C) Fig. 109, can be stored on one of the two notched legs. Fig. 108 DUST CHUTE The saw stand support panel (D) Fig. 109, also serves as a natural built-in dust chute.
4. To move the fence along the guide rail, simply lift up clamp lever (A), as shown in Fig. 112, slide fence to desired position on the rail, and push down on clamp lever (A) to lock fence in place. A Fig. 112 5. The distance the fence is positioned away from the blade is indicated by the two witness lines (B) and (C) Fig. 113, located on the cursor (D). The witness lines (B) and (C) easily indicate the distance the fence is positioned away from the saw blade.
ADJUSTING FENCE 90 DEGREES TO TABLE B A The fence must be adjusted so that the face of fence (A) Fig. 116, is 90 degrees to the table. To check if the fence is 90 degrees to the table, place a square (B) on the table with one end of the square against the fence, as shown. If an adjustment is necessary, tighten or loosen one of two screws (C) or (D) using the wrench supplied, until the fence is 90 degrees to the table.
OPERATIONS Common sawing operations include ripping and cross-cutting plus a few other standard operations of a fundamental nature. As with all power tools, there is a certain amount of hazard involved with the operation and use of the tool. Using the tool with the respect and caution demanded as far as safety precautions are concerned, will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury.
USING THE FENCE AS A CUT-OFF GAGE The fence can be used as a cut-off gage when cross cutting a number of pieces to the same length. IMPORTANT: WHEN USING THE FENCE AS A CUT-OFF GAGE, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THE REAR END OF THE FENCE BE POSITIONED IN FRONT OF THE SAW BLADE. When using the fence as a cut-off gage, simply position the fence (A) to the front as shown in Fig. 122, or purchase the accessory 34-878, 12 long fence (B), as shown in Fig. 123. Fig.
B A Fig. 126 Fig. 127 If the ripped work is less than 4 inches wide, a push stick should always be used to complete the feed, as shown in Fig. 126. The push stick can easily be made from scrap material as explained in the section “CONSTRUCTING PUSH STICK.” When ripping stock 2 inches or narrower, assemble an auxiliary wood facing to the fence, as explained in the section “USING AUXILIARY WOOD FACING ON THE UNIFENCE” and use a push stick.
USING ACCESSORY MOULDING CUTTERHEAD Moulding is cutting a shape on the edge or face of the work. Cutting mouldings with a moulding cutterhead in the circular saw is a fast, safe and clean operation.The many different knife shapes available make it possible for the operator to produce almost any kind of mouldings, such as various styles of corner moulds, picture frames, table edges, etc. The moulding head consists of a cutterhead in which can be mounted various shapes of steel knives, as shown in Fig. 131.
It is necessary when using the moulding cutterhead to add wood-facing (C) to the face of the rip fence, as shown in Fig. 135. The wood-facing is attached to the fence with wood screws through holes which must be drilled in the fence. 3/4 inch stock is suitable for most work although an occasional job may require 1 inch facing. C Position the wood-facing over the cutterhead with the cutterhead below the surface of the table. Turn the saw on and raise the cutterhead.
The dado head set (D) Fig. 139, is assembled to the saw arbor as shown. IMPORTANT: The blade guard and splitter assembly cannot be used when dadoing and must be removed or swung to the rear of the saw as explained previously in this manual. Auxiliary jigs, fixtures, push sticks and feather boards should also be used. Also, the accessory dado head table insert (E) Fig. 139, must be used in place of the standard table insert. See accessories page 48 for dado head set. Fig. 139 Fig.
BIESEMEYER T-SQUARE FENCE SYSTEM FENCE OPERATION IMPORTANT: Before operating fence, make sure the fence is adjusted parallel to the miter gage slot, as explained later on in this manual. A E A Fig. 142 Fig. 143 1. To move the fence along the guide rail, simply lift up clamp lever (A) as shown in Fig. 142, slide fence to desired position on rail, and push down on clamp lever (A) as shown in Fig. 143, to lock fence in position. NOTE: A magnet (E) Fig. 143, is provided to hold clamp handle (A) Figs.
E D F Fig. 146 ADJUSTING CLAMPING ACTION OF FENCE LOCKING HANDLE When the fence locking handle (A) is pushed to the down position, as shown in Fig. 147, the fence assembly (B) should be completely clamped to the guide tube (C). If the fence assembly (B) is not completely clamped to the guide tube (C) when the handle (A) is pushed down, as shown in Fig. 147, lift up handle (A) and raise fence assembly (B) up off the guide tube (C). Slightly tighten the two adjusting screws (D) and (E) Fig.
CONSTRUCTING A PUSH STICK 47 Fig. 150 1/2 SQUARES CUT OFF HERE TO PUSH 1/2 WOOD CUT OFF HERE TO PUSH 1/4 WOOD NOTCH TO HELP PREVENT HAND FROM SLIPPING MAKE FROM 1/2 OR 3/4 WOOD OR THICKNESS LESS THAN WIDTH OF MAT’L. TO BE CUT PUSH STICK When ripping work less than 4 inches wide, a push stick should be used to complete the feed and could easily be made from scrap material by following the pattern shown in Fig.150.
ACCESSORIES The testing of this unit has been accomplished with the following accessories. For safest operation, it is recommended that only these accessories be used with this unit. WARNING: Since accessories other than those listed have not been tested with this unit, use of such accessories could be hazardous.
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