RIDGID TS3660 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Cause
Excess vibration.	Blade is out of balance.
	Blade is damaged.
	Saw is not mounted securely.
	Work surface is uneven.
	Blade is warped.

Solution

Replace blade. Replace blade. Tighten all hardware. Reposition on flat surface. Check saw blade installation.

Rip fence does not move smoothly.	Rip fence not mounted correctly.
	Rails are dirty or sticky.
	Clamp screw is out of adjustment.

Remount the rip fence. Clean and wax rails. Adjust clamp screw.

Rip fence does not lock at rear.	Clamp screw is out of adjustment.	Adjust clamp screw.

Cutting binds or burns work.	Blade is dull.	Replace or sharpen blade.
	Blade is heeling.	Align rip fence, miter gauge and/or blade.
	Work is fed too fast.	Slow the feed rate.
	Rip fence is misaligned.	Align the rip fence.
	Riving knife is misaligned.	Adjust the riving knife with shims provided.
	Separator is out of alignment.	See "To Align Blade Guard Assembly to the
		Blade" in the Assembly section.
	Wood is warped.	Replace the wood. Always cut with convex
		side to table surface.

Wood edges away from rip fence	Rip fence is misaligned.	Check and adjust the rip fence.
when ripping.
	Blade not properly aligned or set.	Resharpen or set blade.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety Rules Before Making a CUT, be Sure ALL ADJUST- Ments are Secure Specific Safety Rules Blade Coasts After Being Turned OFF  Never Operate the SAW on the FloorSpecific Safety Rules Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsAuthorized Service Center for repair. When servic ServiceElectrical Speed and WiringExtension Cords Electrical ConnectionSee Figures 2 Changing Motor VoltageMotor Thermal Overload Protector Junction BOX Manual Reset ButtonSee Figure Glossary of Terms Product Specifications FeaturesRIP Fence Bevel ScaleOverview Know Your Table SAWHEX Keys 4 2.5 mm, 1/8 in., 5/32 in., 3/16 Tools NeededSquare Framing Square Key Description Qty Loose PartsLoose 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 Height Adjusting HAND- Wheel To Install Bevel Adjusting HAND- WheelLock Blade Tube Height Lock Knob Adjusting Handwheel To assemble the Herc-U-Lift to the leg standTo Install Front and Back Rails To Store AccessoriesTool Storage Square Head Bolt Square Head BoltSee Figures 23 To Adjust Front and Back RailsFront Rail Rear Shims To Check the Throat Plate To Install RIP FenceSET 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 Install the Belt Guard To Mount Motor AssemblyTo Install Belt Motor AssemblyTo Install END Caps To Install Switch AssemblyTo Secure the Electrical Cords To Adjust Blade Angle To Adjust Blade DepthOperation Featherboard HOW to Make a 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 MICRO-ADJUST Wheel Dust Chute To USE the MICRO-ADJUST Feature on the RIP FenceTo USE the SAW Dust Chute See Figures 46To Make a Cross CUT Switch KEY Removed Switch onSee Figures 49 To Make a Miter CUT To Make a RIP CUTTo Make a Bevel RIP CUT To Make a Bevel Cross 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 NON-THROUGH CUT To Make a NON-THROUGH CUTDado CUT To Make a Dado CUTTo Install Zero Clearance Throat Plate AdjustmentsTo REMOVE/REPLACE the Throat Plate Removing Throat Plate Zero ClearanceSee Figures 62 To Replace the SAW BladeBlade Wrench Washer NUT Framing Square See Figures 64 Heeling Paralleling the Blade to the Miter Gauge GrooveTrunnion 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 Miter Gauge To Adjust the Bevel Adjusting HAND- WheelLocking Lever HEX Head Screws Adjusting NUT Back Rail To Align and Adjust the RIP FenceSee Figures 74 PAN Head Screw To Adjust the RIP Fence IndicatorAccessories MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance LubricationProblem Cause TroubleshootingSolution DAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy WarrantyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredModel No TS3660 Serial No Customer Service Information