Use and Care Manual

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5. Secure the material before cutting.
FIG. 23
BASE FENCE
Cut slowly through the material using
a out-down-and-back motion.
Failure to clamp securely or cut
slowly could result in the material
coming loose and causing injury.
After several cuts are made at various
miter angles other than 0º, the platform
may weaken and not properly support
the work. Install a new, unused platform
to the saw after presetting the desired
miter angle.
CAUTION: Continued use of a
platform with several kerfs may cause
loss of material control and possible
injury.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when
making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, DO NOT touch the sharp
points on the blade with fingers or hands while performing any maintenance.
DO NOT use lubricants or cleaners (particularly spray or aerosol) in the vicinity of the plastic
guard. The polycarbonate material used in the guard is subject to attack by certain chemicals.
• All bearings are sealed. They are lubricated for life and need no further maintenance.
• Periodically clean all dust and wood chips from around AND UNDER the base and the
rotary table. Even though slots are provided to allow debris to pass through, some dust
will accumulate.
• The brushes are designed to give you several years of use. If they ever need
replacement follow the instructions under Brushes or return the tool to the nearest
service center for repair.
Removing and Replacing Belt (Fig.4, 24)
The belt is designed to last the life of the
SET
SCREW
SCREWS
FIG. 24
tool. However, abuse of the tool could
cause the belt to fail.
If the blade does not turn when the motor
is running, the belt has failed. To inspect
or replace the belt, remove the belt cover
screws. Remove the belt cover. Inspect
the ribs of the belt for wear or failure.
Check belt tension by squeezing the belt as
shown in Figure 24. The belt halves should
almost touch when squeezing firmly with
the thumb and index finger. To adjust the
tension, loosen, but do not remove, the
four crosshead screws shown. Then rotate
the set screw on the top of the motor
plate casting until the proper tension is
achieved. Tighten the four screws securely
and replace the belt cover.
NOTICE: Overtightening the belt will cause premature motor failure.
FIG. 19
CORRECT
FIG. 20
INCORRECT
FIG. 17
BLADE
CORRECT
FENCE
INCORRECT
FIG. 18
BLADE
FENCE
SCREWS
(two each side)
FIG. 22
FIG. 21