Figure 47 – Push stick template
13.0Maintenance
Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury.
Cleaning
Clean the table saw according to the schedule below to ensure maximum performance. The schedule assumes the saw is being used every day.
Daily:
Wipe down table surface and
Clean pitch and resin from saw blade.
Weekly:
Clean motor housing with compressed air.
Wipe down fence rails with a dry silicon lubricant.
Lubrication
Refer to Figure 48.
Lower the arbor all the way, and lubricate the following elements with a lithium grease every 12 months, or more frequently if needed. Clean the elements first with a solvent/degreaser and a soft rag.
Blade angling trunnions (A, Figure 48).
Wipe a light coat of grease on the elevating rods (B).
Threads of blade elevating screw (C)
Threads of blade tilting screw (D).
Raise and lower arbor, and tilt it back and forth, to distribute the grease.
Check all adjustments after lubricating.
Figure 48
Miscellaneous
Always be aware of the condition of your machine. Routinely check the condition of the following items and repair or replace as necessary:
Mounting bolts (tighten)
Power switch
Saw blade (cracks, worn or dull teeth, etc.)
Blade guard and riving knife
Drive belt (cracks, frays, worn areas, etc.)
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