RIDGID TS2400LS Use, Installing Zero Clearance INSERT/ Dado Sets, Operation Tips, See Figure

INSTALLING ZERO CLEARANCE INSERT/ DADO SETS

See Figure 2.

WARNING:

Make sure the switch is off and the plug is out of the outlet. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting, resulting in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Before using the dado set read and understand the Safety and Operating instructions contained in the Operator’s Manual furnished with your table saw and the instructions furnished with your dado blade set.

nUnplug the saw.

nLower the dado blade completely.

nPosition the zero clearance insert until the key slot drops over the flat head screw.

nThe zero clearance insert should be flush with the table top. Adjust the four set screws as needed.

NOTE: If necessary, adjust the side positioning set screw found on the edge of the zero clearance insert to eliminate side play. Tighten the flat head screw. Do not tighten the screw to the point where it deflects the zero clearance insert.

nCheck all clearances for free blade rotation. n Reconnect power to the saw

n Turn the saw “ON”.

nSlowly and cautiously raise the dado blade into the zero clearance insert.

WARNING:

Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow hands to come closer than 3 in. to the blade. Do not reach over or across the blade. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.

nTurn the saw “OFF” and unplug.

nThe blade guard assembly is not used for “non-through” cuts.

nThe table saw and zero clearance insert are now ready to use. When replacing the saw blade insert, always replace the blade guard assembly.

WARNING:

The zero clearance insert must be even with the table surface. Inserts too high or too low can cause the workpiece to “snag” or catch on uneven edges. Workpieces could twist and kickback and could result in injury.

OPERATION TIPS

n Do not use the zero clearance insert for molding operations. Use the 10 in. Dado/Molding Insert (AC1040).

n The zero clearance insert supports the workpieces right next to the blade to help prevent chipping and splintering. It also prevents small pieces from becoming wedged between the blade and the large opening in a conventional metal table insert.

nFor best results with any through cut, always adjust the blade depth to ensure the cut is 1/8 in.-1/4 in. higher than the workpiece.

nA separate zero clearance insert is recommended for each blade, dado blade, or different set-up.

WHEN MAKING BEVEL CUTS

n Install the zero clearance insert with the blade at 90°. See Installing “Removing The Existing Throat Plate And Installing Zero Clearance Insert For Through Cuts” section of this manual.

nBevel the blade to the required setting.

nSlowly and cautiously raise the saw blade into the zero clearance insert.

nIf using blade stabilizers, check for proper clearance before raising the saw blade.

nWhen using a dado set follow the procedures above. However, use additional caution due to the large amount of material being “cut-away” from the zero clearance insert.

nCheck all clearances for free blade rotation.

nNever operate the saw without the proper insert installed.

nWhen replacing the saw blade and saw blade insert, always replace the blade guard for all through cuts.

nIf burrs are present, remove them before continuing.