Solution | RIDGID TS3660 manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Cause

Solution

Saw does not make 90˚ or 45˚ cuts.

Bevel stops not properly adjusted.

See "To Set the Bevel Indicator and Bevel Stops at 0˚ and 45˚" in the Adjustments section.

Miter gauge is misaligned (Miter Cuts).

See "To Adjust the Miter Gauge" in the Adjustments section.

Height and Bevel Adjusting Hand- wheels are hard to turn.

Gears or Screw Post inside cabinet are clogged with sawdust.

Bearing retainer too tight.

Handwheel is locked.

Clean the gears or screw posts.

See "To Adjust the Bevel Adjusting Handwheel" in the Adjustments section.

Unlock the bevel adjusting handwheel by loosening the bevel lock lever. Unlock the height adjusting handwheel by turning the blade height lock knob counterclockwise.

Saw does not start.	Power cord not plugged in.	Plug in power cord.
	Circuit fuse is blown.	Replace circuit fuse.
	Circuit breaker is tripped.	Reset circuit breaker.
	Cord, switch, or motor is damaged.	Have replaced by qualified service center.

Blade makes poor cuts.	Blade is dull or dirty.
	Blade is wrong type for cut being
	made.
	Blade is mounted backwards.

Clean, sharpen, or replace blade.

Replace with correct type.

Remount blade.

Motor overheats.	Work is fed too fast; motor over-
	loaded.

Feed work slower into the blade.

Motor labors in rip cut.

Blade not proper for rip cut, has fewer teeth.

Change blade; rip blade typically.

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RIDGID TS3660 manual Solution

Contents

OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents Introduction General Safety Rules Read ALL Instructions  Blade Coasts After Being Turned OFF Specific Safety Rules Before Making a CUT, be Sure ALL ADJUST- Ments are Secure  Never Operate the SAW on the Floor Specific Safety Rules Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Service Authorized Service Center for repair. When servic Extension Cords Speed and WiringElectrical Electrical Connection Changing Motor Voltage See Figures 2 See Figure Junction BOX Manual Reset ButtonMotor Thermal Overload Protector Glossary of Terms RIP Fence FeaturesProduct Specifications Bevel Scale Know Your Table SAW Overview Square Framing Square Tools NeededHEX Keys 4 2.5 mm, 1/8 in., 5/32 in., 3/16 Loose Parts Key Description Qty Loose Parts List Mounting Holes AssemblyUnpacking To Assemble LEG Stand and Storage Brackets Screw With Washer To Install Extension TablesTo Mount the Table SAW to the LEG Stand To Install the HERC-U-LIFT Mobile Base to the LEG Stand Lock Blade Tube Height Lock Knob Adjusting Handwheel To Install Bevel Adjusting HAND- WheelTo Install Height Adjusting HAND- Wheel To assemble the Herc-U-Lift to the leg stand Tool Storage Square Head Bolt To Store AccessoriesTo Install Front and Back Rails Square Head Bolt Front Rail Rear Shims To Adjust Front and Back RailsSee Figures 23 SET Screws RIP Fence in Locked Position Unlocked Position To Install RIP FenceTo Check the Throat Plate See Figures 27 To Align Blade Guard Assembly to the Blade To Install Spacer BARTo Install Blade Guard Assembly To Install Belt To Mount Motor AssemblyTo Install the Belt Guard Motor Assembly To Secure the Electrical Cords To Install Switch AssemblyTo Install END Caps To Adjust Blade Depth To Adjust Blade Angle Operation Push Sticks Push Blocks HOW to Make a FeatherboardFeatherboard See Figures 41 Cross CUT Types of CutsCutting Tips Unlock Pedal Metal Platform To USE the IND-I-CUT FeatureTo USE the HERC-U-LIFT Mobile Base to Move the Table SAW To USE the SAW Dust Chute To USE the MICRO-ADJUST Feature on the RIP FenceMICRO-ADJUST Wheel Dust Chute See Figures 46 See Figures 49 Switch KEY Removed Switch onTo Make a Cross CUT To Make a RIP CUT To Make a Miter CUT Viewed from the FRONT, below the Table SAW To Make a Bevel Cross CUTTo Make a Bevel RIP CUT To Tighten Scale RIP Fence To Make a Compound Bevel Miter CUTBevel RIP CUT Blade Angled To Make a Large Panel CUT To Make a NON-THROUGH CUT NON-THROUGH CUT To Make a Dado CUT Dado CUT To REMOVE/REPLACE the Throat Plate AdjustmentsTo Install Zero Clearance Throat Plate Removing Throat Plate Zero Clearance Blade Wrench Washer NUT Framing Square To Replace the SAW BladeSee Figures 62 Trunnion Bolt Heeling Paralleling the Blade to the Miter Gauge GrooveSee Figures 64 Trunnion Bolt Lever Screws Bevel Lock Lever Blade AT 90˚ Position To SET the Bevel Indicator and Bevel Stops AT 0˚ and 45˚See Figures 67 To Adjust the Bevel Adjusting HAND- Wheel To Adjust the Miter Gauge See Figures 74 To Align and Adjust the RIP FenceLocking Lever HEX Head Screws Adjusting NUT Back Rail To Adjust the RIP Fence Indicator PAN Head Screw General Maintenance MaintenanceAccessories Lubrication Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution What is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty WarrantyDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy HOW to Obtain Service What is not Covered Customer Service Information Model No TS3660 Serial No