RIDGID SP6263 manual Maintenance, General Information, Lubrication

Maintenance

General Information

When new, the saw requires no lubrication. The saw has been partially aligned and all bearings are lubricated and sealed for life. In time, in order to keep the saw in good work- ing order, it will be necessary to clean, lubri- cate and re-align.

WARNING

To avoid shock, burns, or lacerations from accidental start up of saw, turn power switch off and unplug saw before doing maintenance or servicing saw.

Cleaning

Periodically remove any heavy build-up of sawdust that may accumulate on the saw. The absorbing tendency of sawdust will draw lubricants away from the areas where they are needed. Wipe the carriage bearings and track surfaces with a dry or lightly oiled cloth.

To avoid motor damage due to sawdust build-up, which interferes with normal motor ventilation, vacuum the motor often.

Lubrication

Do not lubricate motor bearings, carriage bearings, or the area between the miter lock and the column tube. Motor and carriage bearings are sealed and do not need added lubrication.

Areas that should be lubricated periodically are the bevel index pin, swivel index pin, and column tube.

You can lubricate other points if necessary, but only when sticking or binding occurs. Use a small amount of SAE No. 1OW30 automotive engine oil. Excess oil attracts air- born dust and sawdust.

Apply a few drops of oil to top of pin and allow to flow down sides of pin. Move pin up and down in its housing to work the oil over side of pin.

Oil Here

Cam Surface

Bevel Index Pin

Oil Here

Cam Surface

Swivel Index Pin

Lubricate

Column Tube

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