Table of Contents Parts Diagram ................................................................................... 2 Installation & Set Up ........................................................................... 3 1. Moving the unit ......................................................................... 3 2. Open & secure the folding stand ..................................................... 3 3. Lowering side stand legs .............................................................. 3 4.
Parts Diagram 2 U . . 1 1.Retraction Mechanism with spool 2.Cord Holder 3.Guide tube bracket (top & bottom) 4.Guide tubes -2 5.Dust pan 6.Folding Stand 7.Hinge for folding stand – 2 8.Cross brace for folding stand 9.Measuring tapes on measuring track– 2 10. Material Fence-2 11. Fence lip-2 12. Material rollers (10-18) 13. Center step 14. Accu-Square alignment 15. Frame Vent 16. Transport wheels – 2 17. Horizonal bars of Frame (3-4) 18. Vertical bars of Frame (4-6) . 3 . 18 4 . 5 . 6 .
Installation & Set Up U 1. a. .. Moving the unit a. Once you uncrate the unit you will need to transport it to a location where you will set it up. To roll the unit, tilt it vertically so the wheels make contact with the ground & roll. b. Stand & wheels are not standard on the Basic or Classic models- See wall mounting instructions in the Accessories Instructions. T 2. Open & secure the folding stand a. Open legs that are attached to the triangle bracket. b.
c. On the carriage, lift the pins by pulling up and twisting a 1/4 th turn. The pins will stay in the up position so you may insert the saw into the carriage. Remove the saw insert from the box and place it into the carriage by placing the base of the plate on the bottom lip of the carriage (make sure the cord is facing the top of the plate as pictured) Next, tilt the plate inward until the plate is completely inserted.
. Attaching the cord holder a. Remove the cord holder that is attached to the folding stand. (see step 2) b. Remove one washer and one nut. The rod should still have 1 nut & washer tightened to the end of the threads. c. Insert the rod through the hole in the retraction mechanism until it is all the way through. Place the other washer and nut on the holder and tighten. d. Make sure the V shape on the end of the cord holder is pointed down. Cord Holder Rod T Nut & Washer Washer & Nut 7.
d. c. Make sure the dust cover of the saw is positioned above the motor. (As in the Picture) d. Place the saw so the saw blade is touching your piece of material. (Make sure the blade guard is out of the way) e. Secure the place of the saw by locking down the carriage locks. f. Peel the backing of the measuring tape and match tape (example: 21 inches) with top rip pointer on the carriage. (Classic model only has 1 pointer) Then adhere the tape to the entire banding. g.
Cautions & Warnings U A saw manual is included with your purchase. Follow all instructions that are included in your power tool manual. Stay alert, watch what you are doing & use common sense. Always use Safety protection such as glasses, earplugs, dust mask & closed toe shoes. Keep area of operation clear, clean & well lit. Do not operate near water or flammable liquids. Make sure the unit is on solid ground with all legs making contact with the floor. a.
General Use Instructions U Inserting/removing tool plates in the carriage a. On the carriage, lift the pins by pulling up and twisting a 1/4 th turn so that pins stay in the up position so you may insert the tool into the carriage. b. Place the insert into the carriage by setting the base of the plate on the bottom lip of the carriage (make sure the cord is facing the top of the plate when inserting the saw as pictured) c. Tilt the plate inward until the plate is completely inserted.
a. b. c. e. score Rip cutting material a. Set your tool in the horizontal position. b. Use the rip gauge pointers to set cutting height. c. Set and secure the tools cutting height by tightening the Carriage locks. d. Insert the material to cut. e. Place the trigger lock for hands free saw operation. (Worm drive saw has on/off switch & a trigger lock is not needed) a. Support your material as you are cutting. (Compact unit) b.
Maintenance and Care U Keep unit free of dust build- up. Periodically blow dust from all moving parts, including the rollers that support the material. Make sure you are using the appropriate blade for the material you are cutting. Sharpen saw blade on a regular basis. Should the frame’s coating get scratched, use touch-up paint to prevent exposed metal from rusting. Periodically apply silicone spray to the spinning insert, guide tube and roller bearings.
Trouble Shooting & FAQs U YES THESE ARE REAL QUESTIONS WE HAVE RECEIVED OVER THE YEARS What is this red or black thingy? It is your trigger lock for rip cutting. It keeps the saw motor running. (See General use - rip cutting instructions) How do I keep my saw ON so the blade will spin continuously on so I can rip cut? Use the red or black thingy, known as the trigger lock.
Warranty U Every Saw Trax Vertical Panel Saw is thoroughly inspected before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free from defects from workmanship and materials for one year on all components except the saw motor. Should any trouble develop during the warranty period, contact us for a RMA & return that component with proof of purchase date, freight prepaid to Saw Trax Mfg. Co. Inc. If inspection shows the trouble caused by defective workmanship or materials, Saw Trax Mfg. Co. Inc.
Accessories – Installation & Use U Mid-Fence - Instead of cutting small pieces on the bottom rollers of the machine, use the mid fence to hold small pieces. This allows for easy waist high cuts. a. This accessory is Pre-installed b. The base plate is a fixed plate and the lips are removable. Remove the lip when cutting larger sheets. To remove the lips, simply lift the lip up and pull outward. c. To attach the lip, line the tabs with the slots of the base plate.
Sheet Clamp - Is used as an extra hand to hold material in place so you don't have to. It is especially handy with cutting long narrow pieces on the material rollers or long pieces on the mid fence. T Hinge T a. Make sure the dust pan & magnet on sheet clamp is free of dust & debris. b. Place the magnetic side of the sheet clamp in the center of the dust pan with the hinge to the top. (It will self center so it will not interfere with the blade’s cutting position) c.
a. Loosen the bolts that attach the “hat” bracket to the aluminum extrusion until you can slide them out of the groove & off the extrusion. b. Place the “hat” bracket over the vertical square tubing from the backside of the frame. (as pictured) c. Slide the aluminum extrusion back onto the bolts and line the extrusion up with the end of the horizontal tubing closest to the carriage. d. Tighten bolts on the “hat” bracket till the extrusion no longer moves. e. Attach measuring tape on facing of the extrusion.
d. b. c. e. Pivoting Knife Plate - Used to cut softer material, such as, foam board, corrugated PVC, Cardboard, 10 mm Coroplast and capable of score cutting harder material such as expanded PVC or dry wall. a. This plate may be inserted in a horizontal or vertical cutting g. position. (see General use - changing inserts section) b. Push the Yellow-handled lever down so the knife is in the cutting position. c.
Floating router Plate – This insert will allow you to use a router to make consistent depth dados. Frame a. Installing the handle1. Remove both nuts from the J-shaped handle and set aside for later use. T Arm T 2. 2. Fit the J-shaped handle (open end face up) between the arm and the router insert frame. 3. Place the threaded studs of the handle into the small hole of the arm and the small hole along the side of the insert’s frame. 5. 3. Match these studs to these holes 4.
Wall Mounting System- Used to permanently attach your unit to a wall. T T e. d. C. Self taping screw Wall studs g . h . a. You will need to provide two 2x4 boards, each 4 feet long. All mounting brackets, screws and a nut driver are included in this accessory package. If you have a folding stand on your unit you will need to remove it. b. When deciding where to wall mount your unit, consider your work space, not the unit’s width.