Table of contents SAFETy Safety ......................................................... 2 Setup .......................................................... 7 Specifications ............................................. 8 Operation ................................................... 12 Maintenance .............................................. 15 Parts List.................................................... 18 Assembly Diagram .................................... 19 Warranty ............................
25 FT. 50 FT. 100 FT. 150 FT. 0–6 18 16 16 14 6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12 10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12 12.1 – 16 14 12 Do not use. 9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one 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.
SAFETy 3. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. 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 equipmentgrounding conductor to a live terminal. 4.
• Do not use fence as a guide when crosscutting. • Do not ripcut a twisted or warped workpiece, or workpiece without straight edge to guide along fence. • Maintain control of the workpiece. Do not allow the workpiece to rest against the moving blade without holding onto it. • If the blade binds or a cut is interrupted, turn off the power switch and hold the workpiece still until the blade stops. Correct the cause of blade binding before proceeding.
Essential Straight Push-stick Features and Functions SAFETy Note: Straight style (traditional) stick shown. A different stick design may be used if it properly protects against all hazards. Diagram not to scale. Handle Notch • Push sticks must be made from sturdy, defect-free, plywood or normal wood to prevent unexpected breakage. Material must be at least 1/4" thick, but no thicker than the finished wood. • Must be far enough down the stick to allow a comfortable and firm grip.
Setup - Before Use: SAFETy Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OPERATION: Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool.
Specifications Electrical Rating 120V~ / 60Hz / 13A Motor No Load Speed 5,000 RPM SAFETy Max. Depth Cut 3" @ 90° 2-1/2" @ 45° Max. Dado Cut 1/2" Wide Arbor 5/8" 230181 SETUP Functions Table (133) Push Stick (187) Miter Gauge (179) Anti-Kickback Pawls (67, 72) Blade Guard Fence (194) OPERATION Fence Handle (203) Lock Knob (100) Switch (168) Hand Wheel (126) MAINTENANcE Stand sold separately Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy: Before installing a saw blade, unplug the Table Saw and wear heavy-duty work gloves. Be very careful during blade tightening and loosening to avoid contact with the blade. 4. Turn the Lock Knob (100) counterclockwise to loosen the tilt lock. Push the Hand Wheel in to engage the gears and rotate it counterclockwise to tilt the Spindle (10) to 15 degrees. See Figure F. SAFETy Installing/changing Blade 5.
Adjusting Riving Knife TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy: Unplug the Table Saw before this procedure. SAFETy NOTE: The Riving Knife (45) follows the saw blade to keep the kerf (gap) from closing on the saw blade. Reposition the Riving Knife before initial use. Riving Knife (45) Riving Knife (45) Adjusting Lever (62) Adjusting Lever (62) Figure J SETUP 3. Pull the Adjusting Lever forward, locking the Riving Knife in its new position. Figure H 1.
Attaching Blade Guard Guard Locking Lever (75) Blade Guard 1. Set the Blade Guard against the top of the Riving Knife so that the Rollers (76, 86) slide into the slot at the top of the Riving Knife. See Figure M. 2. Pull down on the Guard Locking Lever (75), fastening the Blade Guard in place. SAFETy TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy: Unplug the Table Saw before this procedure. BLADE GUARD MUST BE INSTALLED BEFORE USE. 3.
Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. SAFETy TOOL SET UP TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OPERATION: Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
Adjusting the Width Of cut Fence Handle (203) Graduated Scale Guide (196) Figure S WARNING! Do not attempt to use the fence and miter gauge at the same time. 1. The width of a cut is achieved by moving the Fence (194) to the right or left. 3. To adjust the position of the Fence, raise the Fence Handle and slide the Fence along the Work Table. Once the position is adjusted, lower the Fence Handle to lock the Fence in place. 4. To adjust the Fence position using the workpiece and the Graduated Scale: a.
GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUcTIONS SAFETy TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy: DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANy GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Moving guards must move freely and close instantly. INSTALL GUARD BEFORE USE. Proper Placement Of Hands During the cutting Process 1. Review Safety warnings at the beginning of the manual before performing any cutting procedure. Keep all guards in place and in working order. 2. Do not pass hands directly over the Saw Blade (42) when cutting the workpiece.
1. The Table Saw is equipped with an Overload Protector (169). If the motor shuts off or fails to start due to overloading (cutting stock too fast, using a dull Saw Blade, low voltage, using the Table Saw beyond its capacity, etc.), turn the Switch to its OFF position. 2. Let the motor cool three to five minutes before pushing the Reset button. This will reset the overload device. The motor can then be turned on again in the usual manner.
Troubleshooting Problem Motor will not start. Possible causes SAFETy 1. Low voltage. 2. Key not installed. 3. Short circuit in line cord or plug. 4. Short circuit in motor. 5. Open circuit or loose connection in motor. 6. Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers. 7. Defective switch. 8. Defective capacitor. 9. Motor overload results in circuit breaker tripped. Motor stalling or failing to reach full speed. SETUP 1. Power overload. 2. Low voltage from power supply. 3. Undersized line cord. 4.
Troubleshooting (cont.) Fence out of alignment. Riving Knife not aligned with blade. Feeding workpiece without fence. Riving Knife not in place. Dull blade. Letting go of workpiece before it is past blade. 7. Miter angle lock knob not tight. Blade does not Sawdust and dirt in tilting mechanism. raise or tilt freely. Blade does not come 1. Extension cord too thin or too long. up to speed. Reset trips too easily. 2. Low voltage. Saw vibrates 1. Saw not mounted securely excessively. to workbench. 2.
Parts List Part SAFETy SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANcE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 Description Screw Rear Cover Brush Holder Brush Assembly Motor Housing Hex Screw Spring Washer Washer Stator Assembly Washer Screw Ball Bearing Armature Ball Bearing Washer Gear Box Ball Bearing Circlip Spring Washer Big Gear Spindle Circlip Ball Bearing Bear
MAINTENANcE OPERATION SETUP SAFETy Assembly Diagram Item 68827 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
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