RIDGID TS3660 manual Accessories, General Maintenance, Lubrication

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical RIDGID re- placement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

WARNING:

Before performing any maintenance, make sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the OFF ( O ) position. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

Periodically clean and grease the U-bolt and latch mechanism on the Herc-U-Lift™ Mobile Base. Grease caster ball bearings and oil caster axle as needed.

To maintain the table surfaces and rails, periodically apply paste wax to them and buff to provide smooth functioning. To prevent work from slipping during cutting operations, DO NOT wax the working face of the miter gauge.

Protect the saw blade by cleaning out sawdust from underneath the saw table and in the blade teeth. Use a resin solvent on the blade teeth.

Clean plastic parts only with a soft damp cloth. DO NOT use any aerosol or petroleum solvents.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gaso- line, petroleum-based products, penetrat- ing oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious per- sonal injury.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, and screws for tightness and condition. Make sure the throat plate is in good condition and in position.

Check the blade guard assembly.

Clean your cutting tools with a gum and pitch remover.

LUBRICATION

This saw's motor bearings have been packed at the factory with proper lubrication.

Clean screw threads and nuts with a solvent recommended for gum and pitch removal.

Lubricate screw threads, nuts, and bearing points (including those on the blade guard assembly and miter gauge).

ACCESSORIES

The following recommended accessories are currently available at retail stores:

AC1022 Miter Gauge Hold Down

AC1040 Molding/Dado Throat Plate

AC1045 Zero Clearance Throat Plate

AC9933 Flip Top Portable Work Support

WARNING:

Current attachments and accessories available for use with this tool are listed above. Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

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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 2Junction BOX Manual Reset Button Motor Thermal Overload ProtectorSee Figure Glossary of Terms Features Product SpecificationsRIP Fence Bevel ScaleKnow Your Table SAW OverviewTools Needed HEX Keys 4 2.5 mm, 1/8 in., 5/32 in., 3/16Square Framing Square Loose Parts Key Description QtyLoose Parts List Assembly UnpackingMounting Holes To Assemble LEG Stand and Storage Brackets To Install Extension Tables To Mount the Table SAW to the LEG StandScrew 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 BoltTo Adjust Front and Back Rails See Figures 23Front Rail Rear Shims To Install RIP Fence To Check the Throat PlateSET Screws RIP Fence in Locked Position Unlocked Position See Figures 27To Install Spacer BAR To Install Blade Guard AssemblyTo Align Blade Guard Assembly to the Blade To Mount Motor Assembly To Install the Belt GuardTo Install Belt Motor AssemblyTo Install Switch Assembly To Install END CapsTo Secure the Electrical Cords To Adjust Blade Depth To Adjust Blade AngleOperation HOW to Make a Featherboard FeatherboardPush Sticks Push Blocks See Figures 41Types of Cuts Cutting TipsCross CUT To USE the IND-I-CUT Feature To USE the HERC-U-LIFT Mobile Base to Move the Table SAWUnlock 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 46Switch KEY Removed Switch on To Make a Cross CUTSee 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 TightenTo Make a Compound Bevel Miter CUT Bevel RIP CUT Blade AngledScale 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 ClearanceTo Replace the SAW Blade See Figures 62Blade Wrench Washer NUT Framing Square Heeling Paralleling the Blade to the Miter Gauge Groove See Figures 64Trunnion Bolt Trunnion Bolt LeverTo SET the Bevel Indicator and Bevel Stops AT 0˚ and 45˚ See Figures 67Screws Bevel Lock Lever Blade AT 90˚ Position To Adjust the Bevel Adjusting HAND- Wheel To Adjust the Miter GaugeTo Align and Adjust the RIP Fence Locking Lever HEX Head Screws Adjusting NUT Back RailSee 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
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