Operator's Manual

14
Cutting Rules
This table saw can perform a variety of cuts that are
not all mentioned in this manual. DO NOT attempt
to make any cuts not covered here unless you are
thoroughly familiar with the proper procedures and
necessary accessories. Your local library has many
books on table saw usage and specialized wood-
working procedures for your reference.
 Dado and rabbet cuts are non-through cuts which
can be either rip cuts or cross cuts. Carefully read
and understand all sections of this operator’s
manual before attempting these operations.
 The kerf (the cut made by the blade in the wood)
will be wider than the blade to avoid overheating or
binding. Make allowance for the kerf when measur-
ing wood.
 Make sure the kerf is made on the waste side of
the measuring line.

 Knock out any loose knots with a hammer before
making the cut.
 Always provide proper support for the wood as it
comes out of the saw.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from
kickback, check for proper align-
ment after tool has been stored, dropped or
bumped, or used extensively. A tool that is out
of alignment will cause binding and could result
in serious personal injury. See "Maintenance" for
proper adjustment procedure.
WARNING
Carefully check and lock all adjust-
ments, and rotate the blade one full
revolution to assure proper clearance before
inserting the battery pack. Improper blade clear-
ance and loose adjustments can result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
Stand slightly to the side of the
blade path to reduce the chance of
injury should kickback occur.
WARNING
Do not use blades rated less than
the speed of this tool. Failure to
heed this warning could result in personal injury.
Making a Cross Cut
WARNING
Make sure the blade guard assem-
bly is installed and working prop-
erly to avoid serious possible injury.
cutting will result in kickback which can cause
serious personal injury.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Remove the rip fence.
3. Set the blade to the correct depth for the work-
piece.
4. Set the mitre gauge to 0° and tighten the lock knob.
5. Insert the battery pack.
6. Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before
turning on the saw.
NOTE: It is recommended that you place the piece
to be saved on the left side of the blade and that
7. Turn ON the saw. Allow the saw to come to full
speed.
8.
mitre gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be
placed on the mitre gauge lock knob and the hand
farthest from the blade should be placed on the
workpiece.
9. Turn OFF the saw. Wait for the blade to come to
a complete stop before removing the workpiece.
Making a Rip Cut
WARNING
Make sure the blade guard assem-
bly is installed and working prop-
erly to avoid serious possible injury.
WARNING
Taper cuts must only be made with
a special jig, which is commer-
cially available. Do not attempt a free hand taper
cut on this saw. Failure to follow these instruc-
tions could result in serious personal injury.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Remove the mitre gauge.
3. Install feather board in the appropriate position for
the cut being made.
4. Set the blade to the correct depth for the work-
piece.
5. Position the rip fence the desired distance from
the blade for the cut and lock in place.
6. When ripping a long workpiece, place a support
the same height as the table surface behind the
saw for the cut work.
7.
8. Insert the battery pack.
9. Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before
turning on the saw.
10. Turn ON the saw. Allow the saw to come to full
speed.
11.
12. Turn OFF the saw. Wait for the blade to come to
a complete stop before removing the workpiece.
If ripping a narrow piece, use a push stick and/or
push blocks to move the piece through the cut
and past the blade. Once the blade has made
contact with the workpiece, use the hand closest
to the rip fence to guide it. Make sure the edge
of the workpiece remains in solid contact with
both the rip fence and the surface of the table. If
ripping a narrow piece, use a push stick and/or
push blocks to move the piece through the cut
and past the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly against the rip fence
and table.
WARNING
Keep hands at least 76 mm
(3”) away from the blade at all
times!