RIDGID TS3660 manual To Make a Cross CUT, See Figures 49, Switch KEY Removed Switch on

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OPERATION

MAKING CUTS

The blade provided with your saw is a high-quality combi- nation blade suitable for ripping and cross cut operations. Carefully check all setups and rotate the blade one full revolution to assure proper clearance before connecting saw to power source.

WARNING:

Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury.

Use the miter gauge when making cross, miter, bevel, and compound miter cuts. To secure the angle, lock the miter gauge in place by twisting the lock knob clockwise. Always tighten the lock knob securely in place before use.

NOTE: It is recommended that you place the piece to be saved on the left side of the blade and that you make a test cut on scrap wood first.

TO MAKE A CROSS CUT

See Figures 49 - 50.

WARNING:

Using the rip fence as a cutoff gauge when cross cutting will result in kickback which can cause serious personal injury.

CROSS CUT

PLACE HANDS ON

WORKPIECE AND

MITER GAUGE LOCK KNOB

Fig. 49

SWITCH OFF

WARNING:

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious possible injury.

Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking lever.

Turn the blade height lock knob counterclockwise then turn the height adjusting handwheel until the blade is set to the correct depth for the workpiece. Retighten the blade height lock knob.

Set the miter gauge to 0° and tighten the lock knob.

Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind the saw for the cut work.

Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning on the saw.

To turn the saw on, lift the switch button.

To turn saw off, press the switch button down.

NOTE: To prevent unauthorized use, remove the switch key as shown in figure 50.

Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the workpiece into the blade.

SWITCH KEY REMOVED

SWITCH ON

Fig. 50

Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands and feed the workpiece into the blade.

NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed on the miter gauge lock knob and the hand farthest from the blade should be placed on the workpiece.

When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before removing any part of the workpiece.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Read ALL Instructions Blade Coasts After Being Turned OFF Specific Safety Rules Before Making a CUT, be Sure ALL ADJUST- Ments are Secure  Never Operate the SAW on the FloorSpecific Safety Rules Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONService Authorized Service Center for repair. When servicExtension Cords Speed and WiringElectrical Electrical ConnectionChanging Motor Voltage See Figures 2Motor Thermal Overload Protector Junction BOX Manual Reset ButtonSee Figure Glossary of Terms RIP Fence FeaturesProduct Specifications 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 Lock Blade Tube Height Lock Knob Adjusting Handwheel To Install Bevel Adjusting HAND- WheelTo Install Height Adjusting HAND- Wheel To assemble the Herc-U-Lift to the leg standTool Storage Square Head Bolt To Store AccessoriesTo Install Front and Back Rails Square Head BoltSee Figures 23 To Adjust Front and Back RailsFront Rail Rear Shims SET Screws RIP Fence in Locked Position Unlocked Position To Install RIP FenceTo Check the Throat Plate See Figures 27To Install Blade Guard Assembly To Install Spacer BARTo Align Blade Guard Assembly to the Blade To Install Belt To Mount Motor AssemblyTo Install the Belt Guard Motor AssemblyTo Install END Caps To Install Switch AssemblyTo Secure the Electrical Cords To Adjust Blade Depth To Adjust Blade AngleOperation Push Sticks Push Blocks HOW to Make a FeatherboardFeatherboard 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 SAW Dust Chute To USE the MICRO-ADJUST Feature on the RIP FenceMICRO-ADJUST Wheel 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 CUTViewed from the FRONT, below the Table SAW To Make a Bevel Cross CUTTo Make a Bevel RIP CUT 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 CUTTo REMOVE/REPLACE the Throat Plate AdjustmentsTo Install Zero Clearance Throat Plate Removing Throat Plate Zero ClearanceSee Figures 62 To Replace the SAW BladeBlade Wrench Washer NUT Framing Square Trunnion Bolt Heeling Paralleling the Blade to the Miter Gauge GrooveSee Figures 64 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 ScrewGeneral Maintenance MaintenanceAccessories LubricationTroubleshooting Problem CauseSolution What is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty WarrantyDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredCustomer Service Information Model No TS3660 Serial No