Adjustments

FIG. 14

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Removal and Installation

of the Blade

!WARNING Disconnect plug from power source before performing any assembly, adjustment or repair

to avoid possible injury.

NOTE: Clean blade of any excess oil before installation.

1.Remove the table insert 1 by unscrewing the two screws 2 (Fig. 14).

2.Raise the blade 3 to the maximum height by turning the control wheel 4 counterclockwise (Fig. 15).

3.Remove the arbor nut 5 and flange 6 (Fig. 16).

4.Clean any sawdust from both blade collars before installing the blade. Install a 10" (25.4 cm) blade. Install the saw blade onto the the arbor with the blade teeth pointing toward the front of the saw.

!WARNING To avoid injury, do not use a blade larger orsmaller than 10" diameter and 5/8" arbor.

5.Install the flange 6 against the blade 3 and thread the arbor nut 5 as far as possible by hand. Ensure that the blade is flush against the inner blade flange (Fig. 16).

6.To tighten the arbor nut 5, use the open-end wrench 7 and align the wrench jaws on the flats of the flange to keep the arbor from turning. Place the box-end wrench 8 on the arbor nut 5 and turn clockwise (to the rear of the saw table) (Fig. 17).

7.Install the table insert 1 in the table recess. Insert the screws 2 through the holes and tighten (Figure 14).

To avoid injury from a thrown workpiece, blade ! WARNING part, or blade contact, never operate the saw

without the proper insert in place. Use the table insert when sawing. Use the dado insert when using a dado blade.

Using Carbide-Tipped Blades

Handle carbide-tipped blades carefully. Carbide ! WARNING is very brittle and can be easily damaged. Use

caution when you install, use or store the blades. Do not use a carbide-tipped blade that is bent or has bent teeth, or if the blade has cracks, is broken, or has missing/loose carbide tips. Do not operate a carbide-tipped blade faster than its recommended speed.

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3

FIG. 15

 

4

FIG. 16

5

6

FIG. 17

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Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions

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provided with your carbide-tipped blades.

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