Ryobi Bts16 Owner S Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
10 in. Table Saw
BTS16

Your table saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

table of contents
 Introduction.......................................................................................................................................................................2
 Warranty............................................................................................................................................................................2
 General Safety Rules..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
 Specific Safety Rules..................................................................................................................................................... 4-5
 Symbols......................................................................................................................................................................... 6-7
 Electrical............................................................................................................................................................................8
 Glossary of Terms..............................................................................................................................................................9
 Features..................................................................................................................................................................... 10-13
 Tools Needed .................................................................................................................................................................13
 Loose Parts.....................................................................................................................................................................14
 Assembly................................................................................................................................................................... 15-19
 Operation................................................................................................................................................................... 19-33
 Adjustments............................................................................................................................................................... 34-36
 Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................................37
 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................... 38-39
 Parts Ordering/Service...................................................................................................................................... Back Page

INTRODUCTION
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

warranty
RYOBI® POWER TOOL - LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY AND 30 DAY EXCHANGE POLICY
One World Technologies, Inc., warrants its RYOBI® power tools with the following conditions:
30-DAY EXCHANGE POLICY: During the first 30 days after date of purchase, you may either request service under this
warranty or you may exchange any RYOBI® power tool which does not work properly due to defective workmanship or
materials by returning the power tool to the dealer from which it was purchased. To receive a replacement power tool
or requested warranty service, you must present proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with the
original product. The replacement power tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the two year period
from the date of the original purchase.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in your RYOBI® power
tool for a period of two years from the date of purchase. With the exception of batteries, power tool accessories are
warranted for ninety (90) days. Batteries are warranted for two years.
HOW TO GET SERVICE: Just return the power tool, properly packaged and postage prepaid, to an Authorized Service
Center. You can obtain the location of the Service Center nearest you by contacting a service representative at One
World Technologies, Inc., P.O. Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622-1207, by calling 1-800-525-2579 or by logging on to www.
ryobitools.com. When you request warranty service, you must also present proof of purchase documentation, which
includes the date of purchase (for example, a bill of sale). We will repair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace
any defective part, at our option. We will do so without any charge to you. We will complete the work in a reasonable time,
but, in any case, within ninety (90) days or less.
WHAT’S NOT COVERED: This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred. This
warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction, failure or defects resulting
from misuse, abuse, neglect, alteration, modification or repairs by other than Authorized Service Centers. One World
Technologies, Inc. makes no warranties, representations or promises as to the quality or performance of its power tools
other than those specifically stated in this warranty.
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS: Any implied warranties granted under state law, including warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to two years from the date of purchase. One World Technologies, Inc. is not
responsible for direct, indirect, or incidental damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
 SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both
hands to operate tool.

WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.

 DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
 MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
 KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator’s
manual carefully. Learn the saw’s applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related
to this tool.
 GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.
For example, pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.
 REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood
on the saw while it is in operation.
 DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do
not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
 KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe
distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact
tool or extension cord while operating.
 MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
 DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer
at the feed rate for which it was designed.
 USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force the tool or attachment to
do a job it was not designed for. Don’t use it for a purpose
not intended.
 USE THE PROPER Extension Cord. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gauge size
(A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension
cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.
 DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you
into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear
are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
 ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impactresistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.

 DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits,
cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.
 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
 USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may risk injury.
 NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
 CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.
 USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into
a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of blade
or cutter only.
 NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
 PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
 PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
 DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect
from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
 USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool
is used outdoors, use only extension cords with
approved ground connection that are intended for use
outdoors and so marked.
 ALWAYS KEEP THE BLADE GUARD AND SPREADER
(SPLITTER) IN PLACE and in working order.
 KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, and with
sufficient set. Sharp blades minimize stalling
and kickback.
 KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep
hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
work or around or over the blade while blade is rotating.
Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is
moving.
 Blade coasts after being turned off.
 NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
 Inspect TOOL CORDS periodically. If damaged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at
an authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation
having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow
stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,
do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a
live terminal. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord
immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and
keep it well away from the rotating blade.
 Inspect EXTENSION CORDS periodically and
replace if damaged.
 GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with threeprong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical receptacle.
 CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service
personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly
grounded.
 Use only correct electrical devices: 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and
3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
 DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided. If it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
 Keep TOOL dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never

use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or
any solvents to clean tool.
 STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
 DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
 USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with
incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or blade
bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade
capacity of your saw is 10 in. (254 mm).
 Before making a cut, be sure all adjustments are secure.
 BE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for
and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
 Never touch blade or other moving parts during
use.
 NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATiNG COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.
 DO NOT operate A tool while under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medication.
 When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
 Use only recommended accessories listed
in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that
are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury.
Instructions for safe use of accessories are included
with the accessory.
 DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is
tight and not making contact with saw or workpiece
before connecting to power supply.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
 FIRMLY BOLT THE SAW TO A WORK BENCH OR LEG
STAND at approximately hip height.
 NEVER OPERATE THE SAW ON THE FLOOR.
 GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when
the blade stalls rapidly and workpiece is driven back
towards the operator. It can pull your hand into the blade
resulting in serious personal injury. Stay out of blade path
and turn switch off immediately if blade binds or stalls.
 USE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or straight edge
guide when ripping.
 SUPPORT LARGE PANELS. To minimize risk of blade
pinching and kickback, always support large panels.
 Remove all fences and auxiliary tables
before transporting saw. Failure to do so can result in an
accident causing possible serious personal injury.
 ALWAYS USE BLADE GUARD, Spreader, AND
A NTI-KICKBACK PAWLS on all “through-sawing”

perations. Through-sawing operations are those in
o
which the blade cuts completely through the workpiece
as in ripping or cross cutting. Keep the blade guard down,
the anti-kickback pawls down, and the spreader in place
over the blade.
 ALWAYS SECURE work firmly against the rip fence or
miter gauge. NEVER use the rip fence during the same
operation as the miter gauge.
 ALWAYS USE A PUSH STICK FOR RIPPING NARROW STOCK. A push stick is a device used to push a
workpiece through the blade instead of using your hands.
Size and shape can vary but the push stick must always
be narrower than the workpiece to prevent the push stick
from contacting the saw blade. When ripping narrow
stock, always use a push stick, so your hand does not
come close to the saw blade. Use a featherboard and
push blocks for non-through cuts.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
 IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must
be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.

 NEVER perform any operation “freehand” which means
using only your hands to support or guide the workpiece.
Always use either the rip fence or miter fence to position
and guide the work.
 NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with
the path of the saw blade.
 NEVER reach behind, over, or within three inches of the
blade or cutter with either hand for any reason.
 MOVE THE RIP FENCE out of the way when cross cutting.
 DO NOT USE THE MITER GAUGE AND RIP FENCE
during the same operation.
 NEVER use rip fence as cutoff gauge when cross
cutting.
 NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first
turning the saw OFF and disconnecting the saw from the
power source.
 PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and sides of
the saw table for wide or long work pieces. Use a sturdy
“outrigger” support if a table extension more than 24
inches long is attached to the saw.
 AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back toward you)
by:
a) Keeping blade sharp.
b) Keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade.
c) Keeping spreader, anti-kickback pawls, and
blade guard in place and operating.
d) Not releasing the work before it is pushed all the
way past the saw blade using a push stick.
e) Not ripping work that is twisted or warped or
does not have a straight edge to guide along the
fence.
 DO NOT USE THE LEG STAND WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT or for other purposes.

 AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand
to move into the cutting tool.
 Use only recommended accessories listed in
this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are
not listed may cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are included with the
accessory.
 make sure the work area has ample lighting
to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with
safe operation BEFORE performing any work using the
table saw.
 ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to
avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power
supply.
 THIS TOOL should have the following markings:
a) Wear eye protection.
b) Use saw blade guard and spreader/riving knife for
every operation for which it can be used, including
all through sawing.
c) Keep hands out of the line of saw blade.
d) Use a push stick when required.
e) Pay particular attention to instructions on reducing
risk of kickback.
f) Do not perform any operation freehand.
g) Never reach around or over the saw blade.
 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL

NAME

DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Volts

Voltage

Amperes

Current

Hertz

Frequency (cycles per second)

Watt

Power

Minutes

Time

Alternating Current

Type of current

Direct Current

Type or a characteristic of current

No Load Speed

Rotational speed, at no load

Class II Construction

Double-insulated construction

Per Minute

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits, etc., per minute

Wet Conditions Alert

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Read The Operator’s Manual

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.

Eye Protection

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.

Safety Alert

Precautions that involve your safety.

No Hands Symbol

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.

Hot Surface

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any
hot surface.

min

.../min

SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL

SIGNAL

MEANING

DANGER:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.

WARNING:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.

SERVICE

WARNING:

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to the nearest
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this
product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand
the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual,
do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for
assistance.

WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye
protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL
Extension Cords

SPEED AND WIRING

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the
power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry
the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension
cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of
power and causing the motor to overheat. Use the chart
provided below to determine the minimum wire size required
in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by
Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.

The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 5,000
RPM. This speed is not constant and decreases under
a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a
shop is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A
line intended only for lights cannot properly carry a power
tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance
will be too light for a greater distance. A line that can
support one power tool may not be able to support two
or three tools.

**Ampere rating (on tool data plate)

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with
an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a
matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

0-2.0

2.1-3.4

3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0

Grounding Instructions

7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0

Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25'

50'

100'

—

Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with
insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor
to a live terminal.

**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension cord
that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the
letters “WA” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

WARNING:

Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if
in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber,
tools or other obstructions while you are working with a
power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal
injury.

Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet
like the one shown in figure 1. It also has a grounding pin
like the one shown.

WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord
since touching the damaged area could cause electrical
shock resulting in serious injury.

Electrical Connection
This tool is powered by a precision built electric motor. It
should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts,
60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate
this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop
will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the
saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double
check the power supply.

Grounding
Pin

120 V Grounded outlet
Fig. 1

GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Non-Through Cuts
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws)
A devise which, when properly installed and maintained,
is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back
toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.
Arbor
The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.
Bevel Cut
A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other
than 90° to the table surface.
Chamfer
A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of
the end) is angled rather than at 90°.
Compound Cut
A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.
Cross Cut
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the
width of the workpiece.
Cutterhead (planers and jointer planers)
A rotating cutterhead with adjustable blades or knives. The
blades or knives remove material from the workpiece.
Dado Cut
A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch or
trough in the workpiece (requires a special blade).
Featherboard
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding
it securely against the table or fence during any ripping
operation.
FPM or SPM
Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference
to blade movement.
Freehand
Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a
fence, miter gauge, or other aids.

Pilot Hole (drill presses)
A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for
drilling large holes accurately.
Push Blocks (for jointer planers)
Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer
cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the
operator’s hands well away from the cutterhead.
Push Blocks and Push Sticks (for table saws)
Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade
during cutting operations. A push stick (not a push block)
should be used for narrow ripping operations. These aids
help keep the operator’s hands well away from the blade.
Resaw
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece
to make thinner pieces.
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one
minute.
Ripping or Rip Cut
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter (table saws)
A metal piece, slightly thinner than the blade, which helps
keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.
Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it
applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has been
cut by the blade.
Set
The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or
set) outward from the face of the blade.

Gum
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Heel
Alignment of the blade to the fence.
Kerf
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the
slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.
Kickback
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls,
throwing the workpiece back toward operator.
Leading End
The end of the workpiece pushed into the tool first.
Miter Cut
A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle
to the blade other than 90°.

Snipe (planers)
Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter
blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely
through the thickness of the workpiece.
Throw-Back
The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the
workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed
inadvertently in contact with the blade.
Workpiece or Material
The item on which the operation is being done.
Worktable
Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a
cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.

FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Rating................................................120 V, AC only, 60 Hz
Input......................................................................15 Amps
No Load Speed..................................... 5,000 r/min. (RPM)
Cutting Depth at 0˚:...................................................... 3 in.
Cutting Depth at 45˚:..............................................2-1/2 in.

Blade Arbor............................................................... 5/8 in.
Blade Diameter........................................................... 10 in.
Blade Tilt.................................................................. 0˚ - 45˚
Net Weight Without Leg Stand................................. 46 lbs.
Net Weight With Leg Stand...................................... 56 lbs.

spreader

outfeed
support

BLADE
GUARD

RIP FENCE

sliding table
extension

MITER
gauge
SCALE

sliding
table
extension

table locking
lever
LOCKING LEver
SWITCH

FRONT
RAIL

STORAGE
BRACKET(S)

BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER

BEVEL
INDICATOR

HEIGHT/bevel
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
BEVEL
SCALE
Fig. 2

FEATURES
KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW

HEIGHT/BEVEL ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL - Located on
the front of the cabinet, use this handwheel to lower and
raise the blade for height adjustments or blade replacement. This handwheel also makes the adjustment for bevel
angles easy.

See Figure 2.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.

MITER GAUGE - The miter gauge aligns the wood for a cross
cut. The easy-to-read indicator shows the exact angle for a
miter cut, with positive stops at 90° and 45°.

ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS - Kickback is a hazard in which
the workpiece is thrown back toward the operator. The teeth
on the anti-kickback pawls point away from the workpiece.
If the workpiece should be pulled back toward the operator,
the teeth dig into the wood to help prevent or reduce the
possibility of kickback.

MITER GAUGE GROOVEs - The miter gauge rides in the
grooves on the saw table.
OUTFEED SUPPORT - This table extension at the back of
the tool gives the operator additional support when cutting
long workpieces.
RIP FENCE - A sturdy metal fence guides the workpiece and
is secured with the locking handle. Grooves run along the
top and sides of the rip fence for use with optional clamps
and accessories.

BEVEL SCALE - The easy-to-read scale on the front of the
cabinet shows the exact blade angle.
BLADE - This saw is provided with a 36-tooth, 10 in.
carbide blade. The blade is raised and lowered with the
height/bevel adjusting handwheel. Bevel angles are locked
with the bevel locking lever.

SCALE - Located on the front rail, the easy-to-read scale
provides precise measurements for rip cuts.
SLIDING TABLE EXTENSIONS - Located on each side of
the saw table, these table extension gives the operator additional support when cutting wide workpieces.

WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool.
Failure to heed this warning could result in personal
injury.

SPREADER - A metal piece of the blade guard assembly,
slightly thinner than the saw blade, which helps keep the
kerf open and prevent kickback.
SWITCH ASSEMBLY - This saw has an easy access power
switch located below the front rail. To lock the switch in the
OFF position, remove the switch key from the switch. Place
the key in a location that is inaccessible to children and
others not qualified to use the tool.

BLADE GUARD - Always keep the blade guard down over
the saw blade for through-sawing cuts.
Bevel LOCKING LEVER - This lever, placed just under
the saw table surface on the front of the cabinet, locks the
angle setting of the blade.

FEATURES
Operating Components

WARNING:

The upper portion of the blade projects up through the table
and is surrounded by an insert called the throat plate. The
height of the blade is set with a handwheel on the front of
the cabinet. To accommodate wide panels, the saw table
has rails on each side. Detailed instructions are provided in
the Operation section of this manual for the basic cuts: cross
cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts, and compound cuts.

Always remove the switch key when the tool is not in
use and keep it in a safe place. In the event of a power
failure, turn the switch OFF ( O ) and remove the key.
This action will prevent the tool from accidentally starting
when power returns.

The rip fence is used to position work for lengthwise cuts.
A scale on the front rail shows the distance between the rip
fence and the blade.

WARNING:
ALWAYS make sure your workpiece is not in contact with
the blade before operating the switch to start the tool.
Failure to heed this warning may cause the workpiece to
be kicked back toward the operator and result in serious
personal injury.

It is very important to use the blade guard assembly for
all through-sawing operations. The blade guard assembly
includes: riving knife/spreader/splitter, anti-kickback pawls,
and plastic blade guard.

POWER SWITCH
This saw is equipped with a power switch that has a
built-in locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent
unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and
others.

Warning:
To reduce the risk of accidental starting, Always
make sure the switch is in the OFF ( O ) position before
plugging tool into the power source.

TO TURN YOUR SAW ON:
 With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the switch
button to turn ON ( l ).

SWITCH
ON

TO TURN YOUR SAW OFF:

SWITCH
OFF

 Press the switch button down to turn OFF ( O ).
TO lock your saw:
 Press the switch button down.
 Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a
safe, secure location.

SWITCH KEY

SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION
Fig. 3

FEATURES
BLADES

WARNING:

For maximum performance, it is recommended that you use
the 24-tooth, 10 in. carbide combination blade provided with
your saw. Additional blade styles of the same high quality are
available for specific operations such as ripping. Your local
dealer can provide you with complete information.

Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool.
Failure to heed this warning could result in personal
injury.

TOOLS NEEDED
The following tools (not included) are needed for assembly and making adjustments:

Framing Square

Phillips
Screwdriver

COMBINATION
SQUARE

Flat Blade
Screwdriver

1/2 in. Wrench
Fig. 4

LOOSE PARTS
The following items are included with your table saw:
A

F
B

C
g

E
D
I
N
J

O
K

M
L
Fig. 5

A. Blade Guard with Spreader
and Anti-Kickback Pawls........................................ 1
B. Miter Gauge.............................................................. 1
C. Rip Fence................................................................. 1
D. Quick Stand™ (leg stand)........................................ 1
E. Dust Bag.................................................................. 1
F. Blade Wrench........................................................... 2
G. Hex Key.................................................................... 1
H. Bevel Handle Assembly........................................... 1

I. Extension Table (left)................................................ 1
J. Extension Table (right).............................................. 1
K. Indicator (left)........................................................... 1
L. Indicator (right)......................................................... 1
M. End Plug (right)......................................................... 1
N. End Plug (left)........................................................... 1
O. Screw (M4 x 10 mm)................................................ 2
P. Screw (M4 x 25 mm)................................................ 2

ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING

WARNING:

This product requires assembly.
 Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the
box. Place it on a level work surface.
NOTE: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, keep your
knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back, and get
help when needed.
 Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
 Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
NOTE: Remove the foam block from between the saw’s
housing and the motor.
 The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After
assembling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has
influenced the settings, refer to specific procedures
explained in this manual.
 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.

To avoid serious personal injury, always make sure the
table saw is securely mounted to a workbench or an
approved leg stand. NEVER operate the saw on the
floor.

to assemble the quick stand™
See Figures 6 - 7.
NOTE: Do not use this leg stand with other equipment or
for other purposes.
 Remove the Quick Stand™ from leg stand storage in the
back of the saw by separating the hook and loop straps.
 Place the Quick Stand™ on the floor then open by pushing
opposite legs in opposite directions as indicated by the
arrows in figure 6.

Warning:
If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the
missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result
in possible serious personal injury.

warning:

HOOK
AND LOOP
STRAPS

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories
not recommended for use with this tool. Any such
alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a
hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal
injury.

WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting
and possible serious personal injury.
Fig. 6

WARNING:
Do not lift the saw without help. Hold it close to your
body. Keep your knees bent and lift with your legs, not
your back. Ignoring these precautions can result in back
injury.

warning:
Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow hands
to come closer than 3 in. to the blade. Do not reach over
or across the blade. Failure to heed this warning can
result in serious personal injury.

Fig. 7
15

ASSEMBLY
Mounting the table saw base to the
quick stand™
See Figure 8.
 Place the table saw base on the leg stand. Position the
locking knob over the holes in the top of the leg stand.
 Insert the screw on the locking knob into the hole and
turn the locking knob clockwise to secure the table saw
base to the leg stand.
 Repeat with the other three locking knobs.

Mounting Holes

LOCKING
KNOB

hole

The table saw must be mounted to a firm supporting surface
such as a workbench or leg stand. If bolted to a workbench,
remove the four locking knobs. Four bolt holes have been
provided in the saw’s base for this purpose. Each of the
four mounting holes should be bolted securely using 3/8 in.
machine bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts (not included).
Bolts should be of sufficient length to accommodate the
saw base, lock washers, hex nuts, and the thickness of the
workbench. Tighten all four bolts securely.
Carefully check the workbench after mounting to make sure
that no movement can occur during use. If any tipping, sliding, or walking is noted, secure the workbench to the floor
before operating.

Fig. 8

To install BEVEL HANDLE
See Figure 9.
 Hold the nylon nut securely and turn the screw counterclockwise to remove the nut completely.

WASHER

NOTE: Do not remove the screw from the handle or the
washer from the end of the screw.

Bevel
Handle

 Place the nylon nut into the recessed hole on the back
of the height/bevel adjusting handwheel and hold in
place.

SCREW

 Slide the handle, screw, and washer into the hole on the
height/bevel adjusting handwheel.
 Using a flathead screwdriver, turn the screw clockwise
and tighten in place.

HEX NUT

to remove/replace the THROAT PLATE

HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL

Fig. 9

SCREW

See Figure 10.
 Lower the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel counterclockwise.
 Loosen the screws in the throat plate.
 Lift the throat plate from the saw.
 To reinstall the throat plate, align the holes in the throat
plate with the holes in the saw table.
 Retighten the screws, being careful not to overtighten,
which can cause the throat plate to bow or bend.

THROAT
PLATE

Fig. 10
16

ASSEMBLY
to install dust bag

NOTE: Blade alignment with the spreader can be adjusted
for different blade widths. Refer to: To Check, and Align the
Spreader, Saw Blade, and Blade Guard Assembly. Check
the blade guard assembly for clearances and free movement.

See Figure 11.
This dust bag hangs under the saw base. Hang the bag by
hooking the bag onto the hangers on the inside of the leg
stand.

HANGERS

NOTE: For efficient operation, empty the dust bag before it
is half full. This will permit better air flow through the bag.

TO check SAW BLADE installation
See Figure 12.

caution:
To work properly, the saw blade teeth must point down
toward the front of the saw. Failure to do so could cause
damage to the saw blade, the saw, or the workpiece.
 Lower the saw blade and remove the throat plate.
 Make sure the bevel locking lever is securely pushed to
the left. Raise the saw blade to its full height by turning
the height/bevel adjusting handwheel clockwise.

DUST BAG

Fig. 11

SMALL BLADE
WRENCH

To loosen the blade:
 Using the smaller blade wrench, place the flat open end
on the flats on the arbor shaft.
 Insert the closed end of the larger blade wrench over
the hex nut. Holding both wrenches firmly, pull the larger
wrench forward to the front of the machine.

LARGE
BLADE
WRENCH

To tighten the blade:
 Using the smaller blade wrench, place the flat open end
into the flats on the arbor shaft.
 Insert the closed end of the larger blade wrench over the
hex nut. Holding both wrenches firmly, push the larger
wrench to the back of the machine. Make sure the blade
nut is securely tightened. Do not overtighten.
NOTE: Arbor shaft has right hand threads.
 Reinstall the throat plate.

Fig. 12

slots

Check all clearances for free blade rotation. In cutting operations, the scale will be set to the side of the blade where the
cut will be measured and made.

TO INSTALL BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY
See Figures 13 - 14.
Proper installation of the blade guard assembly means
that the saw blade and spreader are in alignment.
ALWAYS align the spreader to the saw blade prior to turning
on the table saw.

MOUNTING
BRACKET

 Lower the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel counterclockwise.
 Remove the wing screw and washer from beneath the
mounting bracket in the back of the saw.
 Align the slots in the blade guard assembly base with the
wing screw hole underneath the mounting bracket.
 Secure the blade guard assembly in place using the
washer and wing screw. Tighten securely.

wing screw

Fig. 13
17

ASSEMBLY
TO Check and Align the spreader, Saw
Blade, and Blade Guard Assembly
See Figure 14.
If the blade guard assembly is out of alignment with the saw
blade, adjust the alignment of the blade guard assembly. The
spreader must be aligned with the saw blade.

SPREADER

To check alignment of the spreader:
 Unplug the saw.
 Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel counterclockwise.

FRAMING
SQUARE

 Lift the anti-kickback pawls and place a framing square
or straight edge against both the saw blade and the
spreader.
 The saw blade and spreader are aligned when the framing
square contacts both the blade and spreader evenly with
no gaps.
If the spreader and saw blade are not in alignment,
adjustment is needed. To adjust:
 Unplug the saw then raise the blade guard assembly.
 Loosen the wing nut holding the blade guard assembly
to the mounting bracket.
 Reposition the blade guard assembly left or right as
needed to align the spreader with the saw blade.

Fig. 14

 Once properly aligned, securely retighten the wing
nut.

to assemble the sliding extension
tables

LEFT SLIDING
EXTENSION
TABLE

See Figures 15 - 16.
The rear extension rods are longer than the front extension
rods and must be inserted into the plastic brackets under
the saw table first.

RIGHT SLIDING
EXTENSION
TABLE

EXTENSION
ROD

 Locate the left sliding extension table and slide the
extension rods into the plastic brackets under the saw
table.
 Push the extension table until it rests against the saw
table and is completely closed.
 Position the end plug (LF) over the extension rod (the side
with the screw hole and detent facing out) and slide into
place.
 Locate the left indicator.

END
PLUG

NOTE: the indicators are clearly marked with and “RF”
(right) or a “LF” (left).

SCREW

 Thread the indicator (LF) into the slot in the front rail.
Fit the top slot in the indicator over the detent and the
bottom slot over the screw hole.

INDICATOR (lF)

 Insert a screw into the bottom slot of the indicator, the hole
in the end plug and the extension rod. Finger-tighten.

Fig. 15

ASSEMBLY
 Insert the limit screw in the rear extension rod and
tighten.
 Open the extension table completely. When the table is
extended fully, the indicator should stop at 18 in.
 Adjust the indicator (left or right) so it points to the
18 in. mark on the scale. Tighten the screw.
Repeat the above steps for the right sliding extension table
with the indicator (RF) set at 19 in. on the right side.
2

INDICATOR (l)

SCREW

Fig. 16

OPERATION
WARNING:

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could
result in objects being thrown into your eyes in possible
serious injury.

Although many of the illustrations in this manual are
shown with the blade guard removed for clarity, do not
operate the saw without the blade guard unless specifically instructed to do so.

OPERATION
APPLICATIONS

 Always use clean, sharp, and properly-set blades. Never
make cuts with dull blades.
 To avoid pinching the blade, support the work properly
before beginning a cut.
 When making a cut, use steady, even pressure. Never
force cuts.
 Do not cut wet or warped lumber.
 Always hold your workpiece firmly with both hands or with
push sticks. Keep your body in a balanced position to
be ready to resist kickback should it occur. Never stand
directly in line with the blade.
 Use the right type of blade for the cut being made.

You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
 Straight line cutting operations such as cross cutting,
ripping, mitering, beveling, and compound cutting
 Dado or molding cuts with optional accessories
 Cabinet making and woodworking
NOTE: This table saw is designed to cut wood and wood
composition products only.

Basic Operation of the TABLE Saw
The 3-prong plug must be plugged into a matching outlet
that is properly installed and grounded according to all local
codes and ordinances. Improper connection of the equipment can result in electric shock. Do not modify the plug if
it will not fit the outlet. Have the correct outlet installed by
a qualified electrician. Refer to the Electrical section in this
manual.

cutting aids
See Figure 17.
Push sticks are devices used for safely pushing a workpiece
through the blade. They can be made in various sizes and
shapes from scrap wood and used in a specific project. The
stick must be narrower than the workpiece, with a 90˚ notch
in one end and shaping for a grip on the other end.

CAUSES OF KICKBACK
Kickback can occur when the blade stalls or binds, kicking
the workpiece back toward you with great force and speed. If
your hands are near the saw blade, they may be jerked loose
from the workpiece and may contact the blade. Kickback can
cause serious injury. Use precautions to avoid the risks.
Kickback can be caused by any action that pinches the
blade in the wood such as:
 Making a cut with incorrect blade depth
 Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece
 Twisting the wood while making a cut
 Failing to support work
 Forcing a cut
 Cutting warped or wet lumber
 Using the wrong blade for the type of cut
 Not following correct operating procedures
 Misusing the saw
 Failing to use the anti-kickback pawls
 Cutting with a dull, gummed-up, or improperly set
blade

A push block has a handle fastened by recessed screws
from the underside. Use it on non-through cuts.

CAUTION:
Be sure the screws in a push block are recessed to avoid
damaging the saw or workpiece.

PUSH STICKS

AVOIDING KICKBACK
 Always use the correct blade depth setting. The top of
the blade teeth should clear the workpiece by 1/8 in. to
1/4 in.
 Inspect the work for knots or nails before beginning a
cut. Knock out any loose knots with a hammer. Never
saw into a loose knot or nail.
 Always use the rip fence when rip cutting and the miter
gauge when cross cutting. This helps prevent twisting
the wood in the cut.

PUSH BLOCKS
Fig. 17

operation
types of cuts
See Figure 18.
There are six basic cuts: 1) the cross cut, 2) the rip cut, 3) the
miter cut, 4) the bevel cross cut, 5) the bevel rip cut, and 6)
the compound (bevel) miter cut. All other cuts are combinations of these basic six. Operating procedures for making
each kind of cut are given later in this section.

1
Cross Cut

WARNING:
Always make sure the blade guard and anti-kickback
pawls are in place and working properly when making
these cuts to avoid possible injury.

Rip Cut

Cross cuts are straight 90° cuts made across the grain of
the workpiece. The wood is fed into the cut at a 90° angle
to the blade, and the blade is vertical.
Rip cuts are made with the grain of the wood. To avoid
kickback while making a rip cut, make sure one side of the
wood rides firmly against the rip fence.

3
Miter Cut

Miter cuts are made with the wood at any angle to the
blade other than 90°. The blade is vertical. Miter cuts tend
to “creep” during cutting. This can be controlled by holding
the workpiece securely against the miter gauge.

WARNING:
Always use a push stick with small pieces of wood, and
also to finish the cut when ripping a long narrow piece
of wood, to prevent your hands from getting close to
the blade.

Bevel Cross Cut

Bevel cuts are made with an angled blade. Bevel cross cuts
are across the wood grain, and bevel rip cuts are with the
grain. The rip fence must always be on the right side of the
blade for bevel rip cuts.

Bevel Rip Cut

Compound (or bevel) miter cuts are made with an angled
blade on wood that is angled to the blade. Be thoroughly
familiar with making cross cuts, rip cuts, bevel cuts, and
miter cuts before trying a compound miter cut.

CUTTING TIPS

Compound (bevel) Miter Cut

Dado and rabbet cuts are non-through cuts which can be
either rip cuts or cross cuts. Carefully read and understand
all sections of this operator’s manual before attempting any
operation.

Fig. 18
 Make sure the kerf is made on the waste side of the
measuring line.
 Cut the wood with the finish side up.
 Knock out any loose knots with a hammer before making
the cut.
 Always provide proper support for the wood as it comes
out of the saw.

WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool.
Failure to heed this warning could result in personal
injury.
 The kerf (the cut made by the blade in the wood) will be
wider than the blade to avoid overheating or binding.
Make allowance for the kerf when measuring wood.
21

operation
FEATHERBOARD

HOW TO MOUNT A FEATHERBOARD

A featherboard is a device used to help control the
workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or fence.
Featherboards are especially useful when ripping small
workpieces and for completing non-through cuts. The end
is angled with a number of short kerfs to give a friction hold
on the workpiece and locked in place on the table with a
C-clamp. Test to ensure it can resist kickback.

See Figure 20.
Completely lower the saw blade. Position the rip fence to the
desired adjustment for the cut to be performed and lock the
rip fence. Place the workpiece against the fence and over the
saw blade area. Adjust the featherboard to apply resistance
to the workpiece just forward of the blade. Attach a C-clamp
to secure the featherboard to the edge of the saw table.

warning:

Do not locate the featherboard to the rear of the
workpiece. If positioned improperly, kickback can result
from the featherboard pinching the workpiece and binding the blade in the saw kerf. Failure to heed this warning
can result in serious personal injury.

Place the featherboard against the uncut portion of the
workpiece to avoid kickback that could cause serious
personal injury.

HOW TO MAKE A FEATHERBOARD
See Figure 19.

push block

The featherboard is an excellent project for the saw.
Select a solid piece of lumber approximately 3/4 in. thick,
3-5/8 in. wide and 18 in. long. Mark the center of the width
on one end of the stock. Miter one-half of the width to
30° and miter the other half of the same end to 45° (see
page 28 for information on miter cuts). Mark the board from
the point at 6 in., 8 in., 10 in., and 12 in. Drill a 3/8 in. hole
at the 8 in., 10 in., and 12 in. marks.

featherboard

push stick

Prepare the saw for ripping as discussed on page 28. Set
the rip fence to allow approximately a 1/4 in. “finger” to be
cut in the stock. Feed the stock only to the mark previously
made at 6 in. Turn the saw Off and allow the blade to completely stop rotating before removing the stock. Reset the
rip fence and cut spaced rips into the workpiece to allow
approximately 1/4 in. fingers and 1/8 in. spaces between
the fingers.

Bevel Locking Lever
Fig. 20

3/8 in. diameter
30°
3-5/8 in.

1/4 in.
45°

1-1/16 in.

1/8 in.

6 in.
8 in.
10 in.
12 in.
18 in.

3/4 in.

Fig. 19

operation
TO CHANGE BLADE DEPTH

gullet

See Figure 21.
The blade depth should be set so that the outer points of
the blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately
1/8 in. to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below
the top surface.
 Push the bevel locking lever to the left for elevation
mode.
 Raise the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel counterclockwise or lower it by turning the
handwheel clockwise.

Fig. 21

TO CHANGE BLADE ANGLE
See Figure 22.
Note: A 90° cut has a 0° bevel and a 45° cut has a 45°
bevel.
 Loosen bevel control by pushing the bevel lock lever all
the way to the right.

TO DECREASE
ANGLE

 Adjust the bevel angle by pushing the wheel in toward the
saw then turning it. Turning the wheel counterclockwise
increases the angle of the blade, bringing it closer to 45°.
Turning it clockwise decreases the angle, bringing the
blade closer to 90°.
 Tighten bevel control by pushing the bevel lock lever to
the left.

TO INCREASE
ANGLE

To Adjust the Bevel indicator
See Figure 23.
If the bevel indicator is not at zero when the saw blade is at
90°, adjust the indicator by loosening the screw and setting
it at 0° on the bevel scale. Retighten the screw.

Fig. 22
angled
blade

rail
clamp

bevel
indicator

height/bevel
adjusting
handWHEEL

bevel
locking lever
Fig. 23

operation
WARNING:

Rip
fence

Blade

To reduce the risk of injury, always make sure the rip fence
is parallel to the blade before beginning any operation.

Scale

2 in.

To Set the rip fence Scale indicator
to the Blade
See Figure 24.
Begin with the blade at a zero angle (straight up).
 Unplug the saw.
 Loosen the rip fence by lifting the locking lever.
 Using a framing square, set the rip fence 2 in. from the
blade tip edge.
 Loosen the screw on the scale indicator.
 Tighten the screw and check the dimension and the rip
fence.

Scale
indicator

TO use the Rip Fence
See Figure 25.
 Place the rear lip on the rear of the saw table and pull
slightly toward the front of the unit.

rip
fence
SAW
TABLE

 Lower the front end of the rip fence onto the guide
surfaces on top of the front rail.

2 in.
mark

Locking
lever

Front
rail
Fig. 24

locking
lever

 Push the locking lever down to automatically align and
secure the fence.
Check for a smooth gliding action. If adjustments are needed,
see To Check the Alignment of the Rip Fence to the Blade
in the Adjustment section of this manual.

TO use the miter gauge
See Figure 26.
The miter gauge provides greater accuracy in angled cuts.
For very close tolerances, test cuts are recommended.
There are two miter gauge grooves, one on either side of
the blade. When making a 90° cross cut, you can use either
miter gauge groove. When making a beveled cross cut (the
blade tilted in relation to the table) the miter gauge should be
located in the groove on the right so that the blade is tilted
away from the miter gauge and your hands.

REAR
LIP

Fig. 25

The miter gauge can be turned 60° to the right or left.

LOCK
KNOB

 Loosen the lock knob.
 With the miter gauge in the miter gauge groove, rotate the
gauge until the desired angle is reached on the scale.
 Retighten the lock knob.
MITER
GAUGE

Fig. 26
24

operation
TO use the sliding table extensions

table
EXTENSION

See Figure 27.
The sliding table extensions provide the operator with additional table width for supporting wider workpieces. This
product has two: one on the left and one on the right side
of the place. There are locking levers under both the front
and back rails that lock the extensions in place or unlock
the extensions for use.

table
EXTENSION

 Pull the front table locking lever toward you to unlock the
lever. Repeat with the back lever.

LOCKING
LEVER

 Slide the table extension to the desired width.

NOTE: Use the scale on the front rail when a specific
width is desired.

 Once the extension tables are set to the desired width,
relock the front and back locking levers by pushing the
levers back towards the saw base.

to use THE OUTFEED SUPPORT
See Figure 28.
The outfeed support slides to give the operator additional
support for cutting long workpieces.
 With the table saw in the off position, stand behind the
saw.

Fig. 27

 Grasp the outfeed support with both hands and pull it
until it is fully extended.

OUTFEED
SUPPORT
Fig. 28

operation
heeling (paralleling) the blade to the
miter gauge groove

(2) (1) (3)

See Figures 29 - 31.

adjusting
bolts (3)

WARNING:
The blade must parallel the miter gauge groove so the
wood does not bind resulting in kickback. Failure to do
so could result in serious personal injury.
RIGHT MITER
gauge GROOVE

Do not loosen any bolts for this adjustment until you have
checked with a square and made test cuts to be sure
adjustments are necessary. Once the bolts are loosened,
these items must be reset.

COMBINATION
SQUARE

 Unplug the saw.
 Lift the blade guard. Raise the blade all the way by turning
the height/bevel adjusting handwheel.
 Mark beside one of the blade teeth at the front of the blade.
Place a framing square even with the front of the saw
table and the side of the saw blade as shown in figure 29.
 Turn the blade so the marked tooth is at the back.
 Move the framing square to the rear and again measure
the distance. If the distances are the same, the blade is
square.

Fig. 29

If the distances are different, square the blade with the
following steps:
 Extend the extension table, see page 25.
 Loosen adjusting bolts (1) and (3).

COMBINATION
SQUARE

NOTE: The adjusting bolts are located above the height/
bevel adjusting handwheel and under the saw table in the
front of the saw.

 Turn adjusting bolt (2) left or right until the blade is
square.

NOTE: If the back of the blade was too far from the framing square, place a block of wood on the left side of the
blade and push it into the blade until the blade is square.
Retighten the bolts.

Fig. 30

If the back of the blade was too close to the framing
square, place a block of wood on the right side of the
blade and push it into the blade until the blade is square.
Retighten the bolts.

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury from kickback, align the rip
fence to the blade following any blade adjustments.
Always make sure the rip fence is parallel to the blade
before beginning any operation.

BLADE TOO CLOSE TO MITER GAUGE GROOVE
Fig. 31
26

operation
MAKING CUTS

CROSS CUT

The blade provided with the saw is a high-quality combination blade suitable for ripping and cross cut operations.

PLACE LEFT HAND ON
WORKPIECE AND
MITER Gauge HERE

WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool.
Failure to heed this warning could result in personal
injury.
Use the miter gauge when making cross, miter, bevel, and
compound miter cuts. To secure the angle, lock the miter
gauge in place by twisting the lock knob clockwise. Always
tighten the lock knob securely in place before use.
NOTE: It is recommended that you place the piece to be
saved on the left side of the blade and that you make a test
cut on scrap wood first.

making a cross cut
See Figures 32 - 33.

WARNING:
Using the rip fence as a cutoff gauge when cross cutting
will result in kickback which can cause serious personal
injury.

WARNING:
Fig. 32

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid possible serious injury.
It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.

SWITCH
ON

Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
Set the miter gauge to 0° and tighten the lock knob.
Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work. Add supports to the sides as
needed.
 To turn the saw ON, lift the switch button.
 To turn saw OFF, press the switch button down.
NOTE: To prevent unauthorized use, remove the switch
key as shown in figure 33. Make sure the wood does not
touch the blade before you turn on the saw. Let the blade
build up to full speed before feeding the wood into the
blade.
 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
 Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.





SWITCH
OFF

SWITCH KEY

SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION
27

Fig. 33

operation
making a RIP cut

RIP CUT

See Figure 34.
It is recommended you make a test cut on scrap wood.

BLADE

WARNING:

RIP
FENCE

SCALE

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious possible injury.
 Position the rip fence the desired distance from the blade
for the cut and securely lock the handle. Adjust the scale
to zero at the cutting edge of the blade.
 Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work. Add supports to the sides as
needed.
 Turn the power switch to the ON position.
NOTE: Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the wood into the blade.
 Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence.
 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
 Use a push block or push stick to move the wood through
the cut past the blade. Never push a small piece of
wood into the blade with your hand, always use a
push stick. The use of push blocks, push sticks, and
featherboards are necessary when making non-through
cuts.
 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

Fig. 34
MITER CUT
MITER Gauge
ANGLED

BLADE
STRAIGHT

making a miter cut
See Figure 35.
It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.

WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid possible serious injury.
 Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.
 Set the miter gauge to the desired angle and tighten the
lock knob.
 Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work. Add supports to the sides as
needed.
 Turn the power switch to the ON position.
NOTE: Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.

Fig. 35
28

operation
 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
 Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.

VIEWED FROM THE FRONT, BELOW THE TABLE SAW
TO LOOSEN
Bevel
LOCKING
LEVER

 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

making a bevel cross cut
See Figures 36 - 37.
It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.

WARNING:
The miter gauge must be on the right side of the blade to
avoid trapping the wood and causing kickback. Placement of the miter gauge to the left of the blade will result
in kickback and the risk of serious personal injury.

height/bevel
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL

WARNING:

TO
TIGHTEN
Fig. 36

BEVEL CROSS CUT

Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid possible serious injury.

BLADE ANGLED

MITER Gauge
STRAIGHT

 Unlock the bevel locking lever.
 Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking handle.
 Turn the height/bevel adjusting handwheel until the bevel
indicator is at the desired angle. Push the bevel locking
lever securely to the left to lock the angle.
 Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
 Set the miter gauge to 90° and press the bevel locking
lever towards the table to lock.
 Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work. Add supports to the sides as
needed.
 Turn the power switch to the ON position.
NOTE: Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.
 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
 Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

Fig. 37

operation
making a bevel rip cut

BEVEL RIP CUT

See Figure 38.
It is recommended you make test cuts on scrap wood.

BLADE
ANGLED

WARNING:

RIP FENCE

The rip fence must be on the right side of the blade to
avoid trapping the wood and causing kickback. Placement of the rip fence to the left of the blade will result in
kickback and the risk of serious personal injury.

WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious personal injury.

SCALE

 Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
 Set the blade to the correct depth.
 Position the rip fence the desired distance from the right
side of the blade and lock down the handle. Adjust the
scale to zero at the cutting edge of the blade.
 Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work. Add supports to the sides as
needed.
 Turn the power switch to the ON position.
NOTE: Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.

Fig. 38

 Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence.

making a compound (bevel) miter cut
See Figure 39.
It is recommended that you place the piece to be saved on
the left side of the blade and that you make a test cut on
scrap wood first.

 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
 Use a push block or push stick to move the wood through
the cut past the blade. Never push a small piece of
wood into the blade with your hand, always use a
push stick. The use of push blocks, push sticks, and
featherboards are necessary when making non-through
cuts.

 Once the blade has made contact with the workpiece,
use the hand closest to the rip fence to guide it. Make
sure the edge of the workpiece remains in solid contact
with both the rip fence and the surface of the table. If ripping a narrow piece, use a push stick to move the piece
through the cut and past the blade.

WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid possible serious injury.

 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

 Remove the rip fence by lifting the lock down handle.
 Unlock the bevel locking lever.
 Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
 Lock the bevel locking lever.
30

operation
 Set the saw blade to the correct depth.

COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT

 Loosen the lock knob on the miter gauge, set the miter
gauge to the desired angle and tighten lock knob.

PLACE RIGHT HAND ON WORKPIECE
AND MITER Gauge HERE

 Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work. Add supports to the sides as
needed.
 Turn the power switch to the ON position.
NOTE: Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.
 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
 Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

making a LARGE PANEL cut
See Figure 40.
Make sure the saw is properly secured to a work surface to
avoid tipping from the weight of a large panel.

WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid possible serious injury.

Fig. 39

 Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work. Add supports to the sides as
needed.

LARGE PANEL CUT
RIP FENCE

 Turn the power switch to the ON position.
NOTE: Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.
 Depending on the shape of the panel, use the rip fence
or miter gauge. If the panel is too large to use either the
rip fence or the miter gauge, it is too large for this saw.

WARNING:

SUPPORTS

Never make freehand cuts (cuts without the miter gauge
or rip fence), which can result in serious injury.
 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

height/bevel
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
Fig. 40
31

operation
making a NON-THROUGH cut

WARNING:

See Figure 41.
Non-through cuts can be made with the grain (ripping) or
across the grain (cross cut). The use of a non-through cut is
essential to cutting grooves, rabbets, and dadoes.

Never feed wood with your hands when making any
non-through cut such as rabbets or dadoes. To avoid
personal injury, always use push blocks, push sticks,
and featherboards.

NOTE: This is the only type cut that is made without
the blade guard installed. Make sure the blade guard
assembly is reinstalled upon completion of this type of
cut.

 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

Read the appropriate section which describes the type of
cut in addition to this section on non-through or dado cuts.
For example, if your non-through cut is a straight cross
cut, read and understand the section on straight cross cuts
before proceeding.

Once all non-through cuts are completed:
 Unplug your saw.
 Lower the blade and reinstall the blade guard assembly.

 Unplug the saw.

NON-THROUGH CUT

 Remove the blade guard assembly.
 Turn the bevel lock lever to the right to unlock it then
turn the height/bevel adjusting handwheel until the bevel
indicator is at the desired angle.

BLADE
GUARD
REMOVED

 Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece and
push the bevel lock lever to the left to relock it.
 Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work. Add supports to the sides as
needed.
 Turn the power switch to the ON position.
NOTE: Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.

PUSH STICK

 Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence.
 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.
 Use a push block or push stick to move the wood through
the cut past the blade. Never push a small piece of
wood into the blade with your hand, always use a
push stick. The use of push blocks, push sticks, and
featherboards are necessary when making non-through
cuts.

WARNING:

Fig. 41

When making a non-through cut, the blade is covered
by the workpiece during most of the cut. Be alert to the
exposed blade at the start and finish of every cut to avoid
the risk of personal injury.

operation
making a DADO cut

DADO CUT

See Figure 42.
An optional dado throat plate (part number 0121010317) is
required for this procedure. Do not use blades rated less
than the speed of this tool. This saw is designed for use
with a 6 in. stack dado (up to width of 5/8 in.). Do not use
an adjustable dado on this saw.
NOTE: This saw cannot be used to make a bevel dado
cut.
 Unplug the saw.
 Remove the blade guard assembly, throat plate, and the
saw blade.
 Remove the inner blade washer and the spacer.
 Reinstall the inner blade washer.
 Mount the dado blade, using the blade and chippers
appropriate for the desired width of cut.
 Reinstall the arbor nut.
 Make sure the arbor nut is fully engaged and the arbor
extends at least one full thread past a securely tightened
arbor nut.
 When mounting dado blades, make sure both the inner
blade washer and outer blade washer are used.
 Install the dado throat plate and rotate the blade by hand
to make sure it turns freely then lower the blade.
 Turn the power switch to the ON position.

Fig. 42

NOTE: Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.

WARNING:

 Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence.

Always put all spacers in proper location when changing
back to saw blade. Failure to do so may result in possible
injury and damage to the tool.

 Stand to the side of the wood as it contacts the blade to
reduce the chance of injury should kickback occur. Never
stand directly in the line of cut.

WARNING:

 Use a push block or push stick to move the wood through
the cut past the blade. Never push a small piece of
wood into the blade with your hand, always use a
push stick. The use of push blocks, push sticks, and
featherboards are necessary when making non-through
cuts.

Always use push blocks, push sticks, or featherboards
when making dado cuts to avoid the risk of serious
injury.

 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

Adjustments
LARGE
HEX WRENCH

WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool
is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:
Blades coast after turn off. Possible serious injury can
occur if hands come in contact with blade.
The table saw has been adjusted at the factory for making
very accurate cuts. However, some of the components might
have been jarred out of alignment during shipping. Also,
over a period of time, readjustment will probably become
necessary due to wear.

SMALL HEX
WRENCH

Fig. 43
Blade

To avoid unnecessary set-ups and adjustments, a good practice is to check your setups carefully with a framing square
and make practice cuts in scrap wood before making finish
cuts in good workpieces. Do not start any adjustments until
you have checked with a square and made test cuts to be
sure adjustments are needed.

arbor shaft

Blade
washer
Blade
nut

TO REPLACe THE BLADE
See Figures 43 - 45.
 Unplug the saw.
 Lower the saw blade, raise the blade guard, and remove
the throat plate.
 Make sure the bevel locking lever is securely pushed to
the left. Raise the saw blade to its full height by turning
the height/bevel adjusting handwheel clockwise.
 Using the smaller hex wrench, insert the flat open end
into the flats on the arbor shaft.
Fig. 44

 Insert the closed end of the larger hex wrench over the hex
nut. Holding both wrenches firmly, pull the larger wrench
forward to the front of the machine. Make sure the blade
nut is securely tightened. Do not overtighten.
Check all clearances for free blade rotation. See To Set the
Scale to the Blade. In cutting operations, the scale will be
set to the side of the blade where the cut will be measured
and made.

THROAT
PLATE

BLADE
GUARD

spreader

To replace the blade with an accessory blade, follow the
instructions provided with the accessory.
To install a standard blade:
 Place the new blade on the arbor shaft (the teeth must point
down toward the front of the saw to work properly).
 Place the blade washer and the blade nut over the blade
arbor. Be sure the dome side of the blade washer faces
out from the blade and that all items are snug against the
arbor housing. Tighten securely.

BLADE

Fig. 45
34

ADJUSTMENTS
 Rotate the blade by hand to make sure it turns freely.

BLADE

 Lower the saw blade and reinstall the throat plate.

0° ADJUSTMENT
BOLT

NOTE: Securely tighten throat plate screws. Do not allow
the throat plate to bow up above the table surface.

COMBINATION
SQUARE

TO SET the blade at 0° and 45°
See Figures 46 - 47.
The angle settings of your saw have been set at the factory
and, unless damaged in shipping, should not require setting during assembly. After extensive use, it may need to
be checked.
 Unplug the saw.
 Raise the blade and the blade guard.
 If the blade is not perfectly vertical (0°), loosen the adjustment bolt and the bevel locking lever.
 Place a combination square beside the blade on the left.
Lock the angle by pushing the bevel locking lever and
retighten the adjustment bolt.

BEVEL
INDICATOR

BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
Fig. 46

 Turn the bevel handle until the bevel indicator points to
zero. If the bevel handle is turned as far as possible and
doesn't indicate zero properly, you may need to adjust
the bevel indicator.

BEVEL
handle

BLADE

NOTE: It will be necessary to remove the bevel handle
to adjust the bevel indicator.

COMBINATION
SQUARE

45°

 If the blade is not an exact 45°, loosen the adjustment
bolt and the bevel locking lever.
 Turn the bevel handle until the bottom of the blade has
moved completely to the left side of the slot. Lock the
angle by pushing the bevel locking lever.

BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER

 If the blade is not an exact 45°, loosen the adjustment
bolt and the bevel locking lever.
 Adjust the bevel indicator to 45°.
 Turn the power switch to the ON position.
 Make a test cut.

BEVEL
INDICATOR

BEVEL
HANDLE

45° ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
Fig. 47

ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST the miter gauge
See Figure 48.
You can set the miter gauge at 0° and plus or minus 45° with
the miter gauge stop pin and adjustable stop screws.

KNOB

MITER
Gauge BASE

NOTE: The miter gauge provides close accuracy in angled
cuts. For very close tolerances, test cuts are recommended.

MITER
Gauge ROD

 Loosen knob and pull out on stop pin to rotate miter
gauge base past stop screws.
 Loosen the lock nut of the 0° stop screw at the stop pin
with a 8 mm wrench.

45° ADJUSTABLE
STOP SCREW

 Place a 90° square against the miter gauge rod and the
miter gauge base.

0° ADJUSTABLE
STOP SCREW

LOCK NUT

 If the rod is not square, loosen the knob, adjust the rod,
and tighten the knob.

Fig. 48

 Adjust the 0° stop screw until it rests against the stop
pin.
 Adjust the plus and minus 45° stop screws using a 45°
triangle and the steps above.

blade

rip fence

TO CHECK THE ALIGNMENT OF THE RIP
FENCE TO THE BLADE
See Figure 49.
 Unplug the saw.
 Raise the locking lever to permit the rip fence to be
moved.
 Place a framing square beside the blade and move the
rip fence up to the square. Take the dimension on the rip
scale.

screws

11
12

 Move the fence back and turn the framing square 180°
to check the other side.

13
14
15
16

 If the two dimensions are not the same, loosen the two
screws on the fence and align it.
 Retighten the two screws.

locking
lever

 Make two or three test cuts on scrap wood. If the cuts
are not true, repeat the process.

Fig. 49

warning:
Before plugging the saw back in to make test cuts, make
sure the switch is in the OFF position and the blade guard
is in place. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

MAINTENANCE
 Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, and screws for
tightness and condition. Make sure the throat plate is in
good condition and in position.
 Check the blade guard assembly.
 To maintain the table surfaces, fence, and rails, periodically apply paste wax to them and buff to provide smooth
functioning.
 Protect the blade by cleaning out sawdust from underneath
the table and in the blade teeth. Use a resin solvent on
the blade teeth.
 Clean plastic parts only with a soft damp cloth. DO
NOT use any aerosol or petroleum solvents.

WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.

WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required.

WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.

Troubleshooting
Problem

Cause

Solution

Blade is out of balance.

Replace blade.

Blade is damaged.

Replace blade.

Saw is not mounted securely.

Tighten all hardware.

Work surface is uneven.

Reposition on flat surface.
Adjust legs of optional stand.

Blade is warped.

Check saw blade installation. Replace blade if
necessary.

Rip fence not mounted correctly.

Remount the rip fence.

Rails are dirty or sticky.

Clean and wax rails.

Clamp screw is out of adjustment.

Adjust clamp screw counterclockwise.

Rip fence does not lock at
rear.

Clamp screw is out of adjustment.

Adjust clamp screw clockwise.

Cutting binds or burns work.

Blade is dull.

Replace or sharpen blade.

Blade is heeling.

See page 26 on "Heeling the Blade".

Work is fed too fast.

Slow the feed rate.

Rip fence is misaligned.

Align the rip fence.

Wood is warped.

Replace the wood. Always cut with convex
side to table surface.

Rip fence is misaligned.

Check and adjust the rip fence.

Blade not properly sharpened or set.

Resharpen or set blade.

Excess vibration.

Rip fence does not move
smoothly.

Wood edges away from rip
fence when ripping.

Troubleshooting
Problem
Saw does not make accurate
90˚ or 45˚ cuts.

Cause

Solution

Positive stops inside cabinet need
adjusting (Bevel Cuts).

Adjust positive stops.

Miter gauge is misaligned (Miter
Cuts).

Adjust the miter gauge.

Height/bevel adjusting handwheel is hard to turn.

Gears or screw post inside
cabinet are clogged with saw
dust.

Clean the gears or screw post.

Saw does not start.

Motor cord or wall cord is not
plugged in.

Plug in motor cord or wall cord.

Circuit fuse is blown.

Replace circuit fuse.

Circuit breaker is tripped.

Reset circuit breaker.

Cord or switch is damaged.

Have the cord or switch replaced at your
nearest authorized service center.

Blade is dull or dirty.

Clean, sharpen, or replace blade.

Blade is wrong type for cut being
made.

Replace with correct type.

Blade is mounted backwards.

Remount blade.

Blade does not lower when
turning height/bevel adjusting
handwheel.

Locking lever is not at full left
position.

Move locking lever to left.

Motor labors in rip cut.

Blade not proper for rip cut.

Change blade; rip blade typically has fewer
teeth.

Blade makes poor cuts.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
10 in. Table Saw
BTS16

WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.

• Parts and Service

Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model
and serial number from the product data plate.

• MODEL NUMBER

• SERIAL NUMBER

BTS16

• How to obtain Replacement Parts:

Replacement parts can be purchased online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling
1-800-525-2579. Replacement parts can also be obtained at one of our Authorized
Service Centers.

• How to locate an Authorized Service Center:

Authorized Service Centers can be located online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling
1-800-525-2579.

• How to obtain Customer or Technical Support:
To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-525-2579.
RYOBI® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.

ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625
Phone 1-800-525-2579
www.ryobitools.com
987000-093
10-28-08 (REV:03)

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