RIDGID TS3660 manual To Adjust Blade Depth, To Adjust Blade Angle

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ASSEMBLY

TO ADJUST BLADE DEPTH

See Figure 38.

The saw blade depth should be set so that the outer points of the saw blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below the workpiece.

Loosen the blade height lock knob by turning counter- clockwise.

Raise the saw blade by turning the height adjusting handwheel clockwise or lower the saw blade by turning the height adjusting handwheel counterclockwise.

Once the desired saw blade height is achieved, lock the blade height lock knob by turning it clockwise.

TO ADJUST BLADE ANGLE

See Figure 39.

The saw blade angle is set by turning the bevel adjusting handwheel. Loosen the bevel lock lever then turn the bevel adjusting handwheel. Turning the handwheel clockwise will tilt the saw blade to the left; turning the handwheel counterclockwise will tilt the saw blade to the right.

When the saw blade is tilted to the left as far as it will go, the blade should be at a 45˚ angle to the saw table and the bevel indicator should point to 45˚.

When the saw blade is tilted to the right as far as it will go, the blade should be at 90˚ to the saw table and the bevel indicator should point to 0˚.

NOTE: When the saw blade is 90˚ to the saw table, the saw blade should be square with the saw table. (See the Adjustments section of this manual to square the saw blade.)

Retighten the bevel lock lever.

NOTE: When locked, the bevel lock lever will keep the bevel adjusting handwheel locked securely in place to maintain blade angle.

BEVEL LOCK

LEVER

BLADE HEIGHT

LOCK KNOB

HEIGHT

ADJUSTING

HANDWHEEL

Fig. 38

BEVEL ADJUSTING

HANDWHEEL

Fig. 39

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Read ALL InstructionsSpecific Safety Rules  Before Making a CUT, be Sure ALL ADJUST- Ments are Secure Blade Coasts After Being Turned OFF  Never Operate the SAW on the FloorSpecific Safety Rules Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONService Authorized Service Center for repair. When servicSpeed and Wiring ElectricalExtension Cords Electrical ConnectionChanging Motor Voltage See Figures 2Motor Thermal Overload Protector Junction BOX Manual Reset ButtonSee Figure Glossary of Terms Features Product SpecificationsRIP Fence Bevel ScaleKnow Your Table SAW OverviewHEX Keys 4 2.5 mm, 1/8 in., 5/32 in., 3/16 Tools NeededSquare Framing Square Loose Parts Key Description QtyLoose Parts List Unpacking AssemblyMounting Holes To Assemble LEG Stand and Storage Brackets To Mount the Table SAW to the LEG Stand To Install Extension TablesScrew With Washer To Install the HERC-U-LIFT Mobile Base to the LEG Stand To Install Bevel Adjusting HAND- Wheel To Install Height Adjusting HAND- WheelLock Blade Tube Height Lock Knob Adjusting Handwheel To assemble the Herc-U-Lift to the leg standTo Store Accessories To Install Front and Back RailsTool Storage Square Head Bolt Square Head BoltSee Figures 23 To Adjust Front and Back RailsFront Rail Rear Shims To Install RIP Fence To Check the Throat PlateSET Screws RIP Fence in Locked Position Unlocked Position See Figures 27To Install Blade Guard Assembly To Install Spacer BARTo Align Blade Guard Assembly to the Blade To Mount Motor Assembly To Install the Belt GuardTo Install Belt Motor AssemblyTo Install END Caps To Install Switch AssemblyTo Secure the Electrical Cords To Adjust Blade Depth To Adjust Blade AngleOperation HOW to Make a Featherboard FeatherboardPush Sticks Push Blocks See Figures 41Cutting Tips Types of CutsCross CUT To USE the HERC-U-LIFT Mobile Base to Move the Table SAW To USE the IND-I-CUT FeatureUnlock Pedal Metal Platform To USE the MICRO-ADJUST Feature on the RIP Fence MICRO-ADJUST Wheel Dust ChuteTo USE the SAW Dust Chute See Figures 46To Make a Cross CUT Switch KEY Removed Switch onSee Figures 49 To Make a RIP CUT To Make a Miter CUTTo Make a Bevel Cross CUT To Make a Bevel RIP CUTViewed from the FRONT, below the Table SAW To TightenBevel RIP CUT Blade Angled To Make a Compound Bevel Miter CUTScale RIP Fence To Make a Large Panel CUT To Make a NON-THROUGH CUT NON-THROUGH CUTTo Make a Dado CUT Dado CUTAdjustments To Install Zero Clearance Throat PlateTo REMOVE/REPLACE the Throat Plate Removing Throat Plate Zero ClearanceSee Figures 62 To Replace the SAW BladeBlade Wrench Washer NUT Framing Square Heeling Paralleling the Blade to the Miter Gauge Groove See Figures 64Trunnion Bolt Trunnion Bolt LeverSee Figures 67 To SET the Bevel Indicator and Bevel Stops AT 0˚ and 45˚Screws Bevel Lock Lever Blade AT 90˚ Position To Adjust the Bevel Adjusting HAND- Wheel To Adjust the Miter GaugeLocking Lever HEX Head Screws Adjusting NUT Back Rail To Align and Adjust the RIP FenceSee Figures 74 To Adjust the RIP Fence Indicator PAN Head ScrewMaintenance AccessoriesGeneral Maintenance LubricationTroubleshooting Problem CauseSolution Warranty DAY Satisfaction Guarantee PolicyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredCustomer Service Information Model No TS3660 Serial No