RIDGID Table Saw manual Alignment, Tools Needed, Remove Foam Motor Support, Checking Table Insert

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Alignment

Tools Needed

Combination Square must be true. Check it’s accuracy as shown below.

Phillips Screwdriver

Draw light line on

 

board along edge

Combination Wrenches

3/8, 7/16 In. 1/2 In. 9/16 In.

Combination

Square

Select the straight edge of 3/4” thick board. This edge must be perfectly straight.

NOTE: The square and straight edge are used to align the saw. They must be accurate if the saw is to be aligned properly.

Hex “L” Wrenches

Should be no gap or overlap here when

 

3/32 In., 5/32 In., 3/16 In. square is flipped over in dotted position.

Remove Foam Motor Support

A block of foam was placed under the motor at the factory for shipping. Lift up one edge of the saw base and remove the foam.

Checking Table Insert

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from accidental start, make sure switch is “OFF” and plug is not connected to power source outlet.

1.Insert should be flush with table top. Check as shown. Loosen flat head screw that holds insert and adjust the four set screws as necessary. Tighten flat head screw. Do not tighten screw to the point where it bends the insert.

CAUTION: Insert must be even with the table surface. Inserts too high or low can let the workpiece “snag” or catch on uneven edges. Workpiece could twist and kickback.

2. To remove insert.

a. Make sure saw is off and unplugged. b. Loosen flat head screw.

c. Lift insert from front end, and pull toward front of saw.

3. To replace insert.

a. Make sure saw is off and unplugged. b. Place insert into insert opening in

table and push toward rear of saw to engage spring clip and until keyslot in insert will drop over flat head screw. Tighten screw.

c. Do not tighten screw to the point where it bends the insert.

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3/32 In.

Hex “L” Wrench

Table Insert

Flat Head

Screw

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RIDGID Table Saw manual Alignment, Tools Needed, Remove Foam Motor Support, Checking Table Insert