Delta 36-978 instruction manual Blade Guard and Splitter USE, Cross-Cutting

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BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER USE

THE BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY PROVIDED WITH DELTA SAWS, AS SHOWN IN FIG. S1 MUST BE USED FOR ALL THROUGH-SAWING OPERATIONS. The splitter prevents the kerf from closing and binding the blade, causing kickback. The anti-kickback pawls (A) Fig. S1 prevent the workpiece and cut-off piece from being thrown back at the operator. The plastic guard prevents dust and debris from being thrown at the operator. To use the guard properly:

1.Make sure the splitter is aligned with the blade as described in the section “BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY AND ALIGNMENT.”

2.Replace or sharpen the anti-kickback pawls when they become dull.

3.Keep the guard clean for visibility and free motion.

4.Do not use solvent or lubricants on the guard as they may severely damage the plastic.

5.Use caution when feeding workpieces that may catch on the guard and cause a bind or force the guard into the blade (such as when cutting moulding).

CROSS-CUTTING

Cross-cutting requires the use of the miter gauge to posi- tion and guide the work. Before starting the cut, raise the blade so it is about 1/8” (3.2mm) higher than the top of the workpiece. Place the work against the miter gauge and advance both the gauge and work toward the saw blade, as shown in Fig. S2. The miter gauge may be used in either table slot. Start the cut slowly and hold the work firmly against the miter gauge and the table. Keep both hands on the miter gauge and workpiece. Do not touch the cut-off piece. Feed the workpiece steadily through the blade until the workpiece is completely cut. Shift the workpiece slightly sideways away from the blade, then pull the workpiece and miter guage back to the starting position. Remove the workpiece, then use a push stick to push the cut-off piece past the blade and off the table before beginning the next cut.

For added safety and convenience the miter gauge can be fitted with an auxiliary wood-facing (C), as shown in Fig. S3, that should be at least 1 inch higher than the maximum depth of cut, and should extend out 12 inches or more to one side or the other depending on which miter gauge slot is being used. This auxiliary wood-facing (C) can be fastened to the front of the miter gauge by using two wood screws (A) through the holes provided in the miter gauge body and into the wood-facing.

A

Fig. S1

Fig. S2

C

A

Fig. S3

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Contents Model 36-979 Shown With Model 36-B30 Fence System Contractor’s SawImportant Safety Instructions Table of ContentsTool Warning Labels Safety GuidelinesImportant Safety Instructions General Safety RulesSome Materials are TOO Hard Additional Specific Safety RulesPower Connections Motor SpecificationsGrounding Instructions Extension Cords Volt Single Phase OperationFunctional Description Carton ContentsCast Iron Extension Wings Extension WingsStand and Mobile Base Parts Sheet Metal Extension WingsAssembly Time Estimate AssemblyUnpacking and Cleaning Assembly Tools RequiredCorner Brackets Mobile Base and Stand AssemblyFront and Side Panels Short and Long LEG SupportsWheels Attaching Foot Lever Assembly to BaseOpen END is Aligned AS Shown in Figs AS Shown in FIG Leveling FeetDust Chute and Back Brace Mobile Base and Stand Assembly to SAWE F Blade Tilting Raising HandwheelWrench Hook Motor to Motor Mounting PlateMotor PULLEY, Pulley GUARD, and Drive Belt Motor and Motor Mounting Plate to SAWTo the Arbor Pulley Removing Motor for Transport Connecting Motor Cord to Switch AssemblyBlade Guard and Splitter Assembly and Alignment Assemble the blade guard and splitter assembly Model 36-979 only Model 36-978 onlyStarting and Stopping SAW ON/OFF SwitchLocking Switch in the OFF Position OperationTilting the Blade Disconnect Machine from Power SourceOverload Protection Raising and Lowering BladeTable Insert a should Always be Level with the Table Miter Gauge Operation and AdjustmentAdjusting Table Insert Assembling Miter GaugeChanging the SAW Blade Aligning Miter Slots to BladeMachine USE Quick Operations ChecklistBack View KEY Parts and Safety Features on Your SAWCROSS-CUTTING Blade Guard and Splitter USECompound Mitering Never USE the Fence AS a CUT-OFF Gauge When CROSS-CUTTINGMitering Bevel CrosscuttingConstructing a Push Stick RippingBevel Ripping Using Moulding CutterheadFig. S15 Using Accessory Dado HeadFig. S18 Using Auxiliary Wood FacingTroubleshooting Power Tool InstituteConstructing a Featherboard Constructing a Push Stick Push StickShelf Measurements MaintenanceService AccessoriesWarranty Delta Machinery
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