MACHINE USE

Common sawing operations include ripping and crosscutting plus a few other standard operations. As with all power machines, a certain amount of hazard is involved with the operation and use of the machine. Using the machine with the respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or completely ignored, personal injury can result. The following information describes the safe and proper method for performing the most common sawing operations.

This instruction manual does not provide information regarding the installation of a fence system. A fence system must be installed before use of the saw. Please refer to the fence instruction manual regarding the proper installation, alignment, and operation of the fence system.

The use of attachments and accessories not recommended be Delta may result in injury.

Never operate the saw without the proper table insert for the saw blade or cutter installed.

QUICK OPERATIONS CHECKLIST

Before using the saw each time, verify the following: 1, The blade is tight.

2.The bevel angle and height lock-knobs are tight.

3.If ripping, ensure that the fence lock lever is tight and that the fence is parallel to the blade.

4.If crosscutting, ensure that the miter gauge knob is tight.

5.Proper eye, hearing, and respiratory equipment are being used.

6.The blade guard is properly attached and the anti-kickback pawls are functioning.

Failure to adhere to these common safety rules can greatly increase the likelihood of injury.

KEY PARTS AND SAFETY FEATURES ON YOUR SAW

 

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Extension Wing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Miter Gauge Lock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Miter Gauge

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Miter Gauge Slot

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Table Top

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Blade Guard/Splitter/Anti-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kickback Pawl Assembly

 

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Miter Gauge Slot

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Rip Fence

 

 

 

 

 

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Extension Wing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Extension Table

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Rip Fence Lock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tilt Angle Scale

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Elevation Handwheel Lock-knob

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Elevation Handwheel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tilt Angle Indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tilt Handwheel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ON/OFF Switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tilt Handwheel Lock-Knob

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Delta 36-978, 36-979 instruction manual Quick Operations Checklist, KEY Parts and Safety Features on Your SAW, Front View