RIDGID R3210 manual STARTING/STOPPING the SAW, Adjusting Blade Depth

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OPERATION

STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW

See Figure 9.

To start the saw: Depress the switch trigger.

Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw into the workpiece.

WARNING:

The blade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause the saw to “kickback” towards you resulting in serious injury.

To stop the saw: Release the switch trigger.

After you release the switch trigger, allow the blade to come to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw from the work- piece while the blade is moving.

ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH

See Figure 10.

Always keep correct blade depth setting. The correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1/4 in. (6.35

mm)below the material being cut. More blade depth will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough. For more depth of cut accuracy, a scale is located on the elevation bracket.

nUnplug the saw.

nPull depth adjustment lever upward to release. The depth adjustment lever is located between the guard and handle of the saw.

nDetermine the desired depth of cut. See Figure 7.

nHold base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower saw until the desired depth is reached.

nTighten the depth adjustment lever to secure the position.

SWITCH

TRIGGER

Fig. 9

ELEVATION

BRACKET

DEPTH

ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

Fig. 10

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Contents Operators Manual Double InsulationTable of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Electrical SafetyPersonal Safety Work AreaService Specific Safety RulesCauses and Operator Prevention of Kickback Additional Safety Rules Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONSymbol Signal Meaning Electrical Double InsulationElectrical Connection Extension CordsFeatures Features Instructions UnpackingPacking List Assembly Attaching BladeSee Figures 2 and 2a Spring WasherSee Figure Removing BladeSpindle Lock Button Wrench Blade Screw Operation ApplicationsSAW Blades Blade Guard SystemKickback See Figures 5, 6, 7,Switch Trigger Elevation Bracket Depth Adjustment Lever Adjusting Blade DepthSTARTING/STOPPING the SAW See Figures 11, 12, Operating the SAWLine CUT Cross Cutting Bevel CuttingPositive 0 Bevel Stop To Check Positive 0 Bevel StopTo Adjust Positive 0 Bevel Stop To Adjust Bevel SettingBevel Adjustment Lever See Figures 16Pocket Cutting To Bevel CUTNotch Notch Lower Blade Guard General MaintenanceLength of CUT Scale Brush Replacement LubricationDIP Stick OIL PlugWarranty DAY Satisfaction Guarantee PolicyWhat is Covered Under the Limited Three Year Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not Covered4 Worm Drive SAW Double Insulated