Ryobi Bts211 Owner S Manual
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
10 in. TABLE SAW
BTS211
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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.
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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 .................................................................................................................................................................. 19-34
Adjustments .............................................................................................................................................................. 35-37
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................................38
Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................................38
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................................ 39-40
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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WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
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 impact-
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
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.
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.
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.
WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL OUTSIDE, USE
AN OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORD MARKED “W-A”
OR “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor use and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
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 work
or around or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not
attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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 three-
prong 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.
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 ANTI-
KICKBACK PAWLS on all “through-sawing” operations.
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.
Through-sawing operations are those in 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 fence. NEVER use the rip fence during the same
operation as the miter fence.
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
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 cut-
ting.
DO NOT USE THE MITER FENCE 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.
IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must
be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.
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.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter-
pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
Read Operator’s Manual
Safety Alert
No Hands Symbol
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Rotational speed, at no load
Double-insulated construction
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye Protection Always wear eye protection marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1.
Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Wet Conditions Alert
.../min Per Minute
Class II Construction
n
o
No Load Speed
Direct Current
Alternating Current
min Minutes
W Watt
Hz Hertz
A Amperes
V Volts
Always watch for movement paying extra attention to
potential areas where pinching could occur.
Pinch Warning
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SYMBOLS
SERVICE
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 servic-
ing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this
product until you read thoroughly and understand com-
pletely 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:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in
property damage.
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ELECTRICAL
EXTENSION CORDS
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground-
ing 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.
**Ampere rating (on tool faceplate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
**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 “W-A” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Po-
sition 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.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If dam-
aged replace immediately. Never use product with
a damaged cord since touching the damaged
area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious
injury.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product is powered by a precision built electric motor.
It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 V, AC
only (normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate
this product 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.
SPEED AND WIRING
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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. 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.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
WARNING:
Improper installation of the grounding plug can result in
a risk of electric shock. When repair or replacement of
the cord is required, do not connect the grounding wire
to either flat blade terminal. The wire with insulation hav-
ing an outer surface that is green with or without yellow
stripes is the grounding wire.
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.
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and
has a grounding plug similar to the plug illustrated in fig-
ure 1. Only connect the product to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. Do not use an adapter with this
product.
GROUNDING
PIN 120 V GROUNDED
OUTLET Fig. 1
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Non-Through Cuts
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.
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.
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.
Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws)
A device 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.
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°.
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FEATURES
Fig. 2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Arbor ..............................................................5/8 in.
Blade Diameter .......................................................... 10 in.
Blade Tilt .................................................................0˚ - 45˚
Net Weight without Leg Stand ............................. 61.5 lbs.
Net Weight with Leg Stand ................................... 82.5 lbs.
Rating ...............................................120 V, AC only, 60 Hz
Input .....................................................................15 Amps
No Load Speed ....................................5,000 r/min. (RPM)
Cutting Depth at 0˚ ................................................3-1/2 in.
Cutting Depth at 45˚ ..............................................2-1/2 in.
MITER
SCALE
MITER
FENCE
SLIDING
MITER TABLE
BLADE
GUARD
STORAGE
BRACKET(S)
FRONT
RAIL
LOCKING LEVER
SWITCH
ASSEMBLY
SCALE
HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
BEVEL
SCALE
RIP FENCE TABLE
EXTENSION
OUTFEED
SUPPORT
TABLE TILT
HANDLE
ANTI-KICKBACK
PAWLS
SPREADER
ADJUSTING
CLAMP KNOB
LEG
STAND
BEVEL
INDICATOR
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KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW
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.
ADJUSTING CLAMP - This clamp locks the miter fence at
the desired cutting angle.
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.
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.
WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool.
Failure to heed this warning could result in personal
injury.
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.
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 replace-
ment. This handwheel also makes the adjustment for bevel
angles easy.
FEATURES
LEG STAND - Attached to the table saw base, the leg stand
opens and closes with ease.
MITER FENCE WITH ADJUSTING CLAMP KNOB - The
fence attaches to the sliding miter table and can be angled
for miter and compound miter cuts as well as straight cuts
such as cross cuts and bevel cross cuts. With the locator
pin in place, this knob locks the miter fence to the sliding
miter table at the desired cutting angle.
MOTOR - The powerful induction motor, with capacitor start
and V-belt drive, is housed in a sturdy steel base.
RIP FENCE - A sturdy metal fence guides the workpiece
and is secured with the locking lever. Grooves run along the
top and sides of the rip fence for use with optional clamps
and accessories.
SCALE - Located on the front rail, the easy-to-read scale
provides precise measurements for rip cuts.
SLIDING MITER TABLE - The sliding miter table moves
allowing the operator to slide the workpiece across the
saw table.
SLIDING TABLE EXTENSIONS - Located on the left side
of the saw table, this table extension gives the operator ad-
ditional support when cutting wide workpieces.
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.
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FEATURES
OPERATING COMPONENTS
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.
The sliding miter table assembly is used for cross cutting
operations. The miter fence is easily adjusted to cut wood
at an angle by loosening the adjusting clamp, setting the
fence to the miter scale, and retightening the clamp. With
the miter fence removed, the miter table offers additional
support for other operations such as ripping.
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.
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.
SWITCH ASSEMBLY
See Figure 3.
This saw is equipped with a switch assembly that has a
built-in locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent
unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and
others.
TO TURN YOUR SAW ON:
With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the switch
to turn on ( l ).
TO TURN YOUR SAW OFF:
Press the switch down to turn off ( O ).
TO LOCK YOUR SAW:
Press the switch down.
Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a
safe, secure location.
Fig. 3
SWITCH KEY
SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION
SWITCH
OFF
SWITCH
ON
WARNING:
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.
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.
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.
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The following tools (not included or drawn to scale) are needed for assembly and making adjustments:
TOOLS NEEDED
FEATURES
BLADES
For maximum performance, it is recommended that you
use the 36-tooth, 10 in. carbide-tipped 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.
WARNING:
Do not use blades rated less than the speed of this tool.
Failure to heed this warning could result in personal
injury.
Fig. 4
FRAMING SQUARE
PHILLIPS
SCREWDRIVER
FLATHEAD
SCREWDRIVER
COMBINATION
SQUARE
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The following items are included with your table saw:
A. Rip Fence .................................................................................................................................................................... 1
B. Large Blade Wrench .................................................................................................................................................... 1
C. Small Blade Wrench .................................................................................................................................................... 1
D. Elbow........................................................................................................................................................................... 1
E. Dust Bag...................................................................................................................................................................... 1
F. Handle Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................ 1
G. Miter Fence with Miter Fence Holder and Adjusting Clamp Knob .............................................................................. 1
H. Blade Guard with Spreader and Anti-Kickback Pawls ................................................................................................ 1
I. Hex Key ....................................................................................................................................................................... 1
LOOSE PARTS
Fig. 5
F
I
G
E
D
C
B
A
H
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully lift saw from the carton and 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.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts on the Loose Parts List
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
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 the tool, identified all loose parts, and
satisfactorily operated the tool.
NOTE: Remove the foam block from between the saw’s
housing and the motor by first beveling the blade (see
page 23).
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.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate
this tool until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso-
ries 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
NUT
HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL
WASHER
SCREW
HANDLE
ASSEMBLY
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.
WARNING:
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.
MOUNTING HOLES
This tool comes mounted to a leg stand. If you chose to
remove the leg stand, the table saw must be mounted to a
firm supporting surface such as a workbench. 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 in-
cluded). 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.
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ASSEMBLY
TO INSTALL THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY
See Figure 6.
Hold the nylon nut securely and turn the screw counter-
clockwise to remove the nut completely.
NOTE: Do not remove the screw from the handle or the
washer from the end of the screw.
Place the nylon nut into the recessed hole on the back
of the height/bevel adjusting handwheel and hold in
place.
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.
TO OPEN/CLOSE (SET-UP/TEAR DOWN) THE
LEG STAND
See Figure 7.
To open (set-up) the leg stand:
Step 1: With the saw table on end and standing to the side,
use your left hand to pull the leg stand latch towards you.
Step 2: Once the leg stand is released from the table saw
base, ease the legs of the stand down.
Step 3: Grasp the upper leg support below the saw cabi-
net.
Step 4: Keeping your left hand clear of the leg stand, pull
the leg stand up until it locks into place.
Step 5: With your left hand firmly on the table tilt handle,
grasp the leg stand with your right hand.
Steps 6 and 7: Push the leg stand towards the ground with
your right hand and pull in the same direction with your
left hand until the table saw is in an upright position.
To close (tear down) the leg stand:
Steps 1 and 2: Standing to the side of the table saw, grasp
the table tilt handle with your left hand. Tilt the table saw
to your left and grab the leg.
Step 3: Lower the saw to the floor until it is balanced on
end.
Step 4: Using your left hand, release the leg stand
latch.
Steps 5 and 6: Once the leg stand is released from the
table saw base, ease the legs of the leg stand toward
the floor.
Step 7: Lift the lower leg of the leg stand until it locks in
place.
Fig. 7
SET-UP TEAR DOWN
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ASSEMBLY
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
MITER
FENCE
RIP FENCE
BLADE
WRENCHES
STORAGE
HOOK
STORAGE
HOOK
TO STORE THE TABLE SAW ACCESSORIES
See Figures 8 - 9.
The table saw has two convenient storage areas (one on
either side of the saw cabinet) specifically designed for the
saw’s accessories.
When not in use, store the accessories securely by snapping
each accessory in place.
TO MOVE THE LEG STAND
See Figure 10.
Holding the leg stand firmly, pull the leg stand toward
you until the leg stand and saw are balanced on the
wheels.
Push the saw to the desired location then either open the
leg stand for immediate saw operation or store the saw
in a dry environment.
TO REMOVE/REPLACE THE THROAT PLATE
See Figure 11.
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.
NOTE: Securely tighten throat plate screws. Do not allow
the throat plate to bow up above the table surface.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
SAW TABLE THROAT
PLATE
SCREW
18
Fig. 12
SMALL
BLADE
WRENCH
LARGE
BLADE WRENCH
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.
NOTE: Arbor shaft has left hand threads.
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.
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.
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.
Reinstall the throat plate.
Check all clearances for free blade rotation.
TO INSTALL MITER FENCE
See Figure 13.
Remove the miter fence from the miter fence storage on
the side of the saw cabinet.
To install the miter fence to the sliding miter table, loosen
the adjusting clamp knob so the bolt has enough clear-
ance to slide into the table slot.
NOTE: If the miter fence holder is not installed, slide the
tabs into the grooves in the miter fence.
Mount the miter fence to the miter table by installing the
locator pin (below the miter fence) into holes “A” or “B”.
At the same time, place the attachment bolt in the slot.
Properly adjust the miter indicator to the scale on the end
of the fence opposite the locator pin.
Retighten the adjusting clamp knob.
ATTACHMENT
BOLT
ADJUSTING
CLAMP KNOB
TAB
MITER
FENCE
HOLDER
HOLE “A” HOLE “B”
TABLE
SLOT
MITER
INDICATOR
MITER
FENCE
Fig. 13
ASSEMBLY
LOCATOR
PIN
19
ASSEMBLY
TO INSTALL BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY
See Figure 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.
Lower the blade.
Loosen the wing nut and slide the spreader between the
mounting plate and flat washer. Partially retighten the
wing nut.
Check the blade and spreader alignment.
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 in the Adjustment section. Check the blade
guard assembly for clearances and free movement.
Tighten wing nut securely.
NOTE: If the wing nut and washers are completely removed,
reinstall in the following order: flat washer, star washer, and
wing nut.
TO INSTALL DUST BAG
See Figure 15.
Slide the elbow inside the dust chute on the back of the
table saw.
Slide the dust bag into the elbow.
NOTE: For efficient operation, empty the dust bag before it
is half full. This will permit better air flow through the bag.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is suf-
ficient to inflict severe injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible
serious injury.
Fig. 14
MOUNTING
PLATE
WING
NUT
SPREADER
ANTI-KICKBACK
PAWLS
Fig. 15
DUST
BAG
DUST
CHUTE
ELBOW
FLAT
WASHER
STAR WASHER
WING NUT
20
PUSH BLOCKS
PUSH STICKS
Fig. 16
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
fence when cross cutting. This helps prevent twisting the
wood in the cut.
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.
CUTTING AIDS
See Figure 16.
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.
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.
OPERATION
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.
WARNING:
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 specifi-
cally instructed to do so.
APPLICATIONS
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 equip-
ment 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.
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
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Fig. 17
3/8 in. DIAMETER
1/8 in.
1/4 in.
3/4 in.
3-5/8 in.
30°
45°
6 in.
8 in.
10 in.
12 in.
18 in.
OPERATION
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.
WARNING:
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 17.
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
30 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.
Prepare the saw for ripping as discussed on page 29. 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 com-
pletely 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.
HOW TO MOUNT A FEATHERBOARD
See Figure 18.
Remove the adjusting clamp knob, bolt, and washer from
the miter fence holder. Place the bolt through one of the
holes in the featherboard. Positioning the featherboard will
depend on the placement of the bolt and the position of the
sliding miter table on the rails. Place the washer on the bolt
and attach the adjusting clamp knob, loosely. Position the
featherboard with the hex head of the bolt in the miter table
slot but do not tighten. Completely lower the saw blade.
Position the rip fence to the desired adjustment for the cut
to be performed and lock. 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. Securely tighten the adjusting clamp knob to secure
the featherboard in place. Attach a C-clamp to further secure
the featherboard to the edge of the sliding miter 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 bind-
ing the blade in the saw kerf. Failure to heed this warning
can result in serious personal injury.
PUSH BLOCK
Fig. 18
FEATHERBOARD
PUSH
STICK
BEVEL LOCKING
LEVER
1-1/16 in.
22
OPERATION
BEVEL RIP CUT
RIP CUT
CROSS CUT
MITER CUT
COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT
BEVEL CROSS CUT
1
TYPES OF CUTS
See Figure 19.
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 combina-
tions of these basic six. Operating procedures for making
each kind of cut are given later in this section.
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.
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.
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 fence.
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 cuts are made with an angled blade. Bevel cross cuts
are across the wood grain, and bevel rip cuts are with the
grain.
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
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.
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.
2
6
4
5
3
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.
Fig. 19
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OPERATION
TO CHANGE BLADE DEPTH
See Figure 20.
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 down for elevation mode.
Raise the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel counterclockwise or lower it by turning the
handwheel clockwise.
TO CHANGE BLADE ANGLE (BEVEL)
See Figure 21.
Unplug the saw.
Push the bevel locking lever up for angle mode.
To angle the blade, push the height/bevel adjusting hand-
wheel into the cabinet to engage bevel gear, and turn the
handwheel until the bevel indicator shows the correct
angle.
Push the bevel locking lever down to lock the angle, while
holding the height/bevel adjusting handwheel in place.
CHECKING SLIDING MITER TABLE AND
MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
TO POSITION THE SLIDING MITER TABLE
See Figures 22 - 23.
A slide bolt is located on the front of the saw between the saw
table and the front scale. When the arrows on both the saw
table and sliding table are aligned, this bolt slides through
the holes in both tables locking them into a fixed position.
The sliding table has three positions providing additional
front support when working with larger workpieces. Always
lock the sliding table when not in use.
To unlock the sliding miter table:
Lift the tab on the slide bolt and move the bolt to the far
right.
Lock the bolt into position by pushing the tab down and
into the far right-hand notch.
To lock the sliding miter table:
Lift the tab and slide the bolt through both tables.
Lock the bolt into position by pushing the tab down and
into the notch.
NOTE: When moving the miter base, keep hands and
fingers out of areas where they may be pinched. Pull the
miter base into position with fingers extended and using
only your thumb as shown in figure 23.
Fig. 20
GULLET
Fig. 21
ANGLED
BLADE
BEVEL
INDICATOR HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
SLOTS FOR LOCKING
MITER TABLE
Fig. 22
MITER
SLIDE LOCK
24
OPERATION
Fig. 25
DE
F
G
C
B
Fig. 23
TO CHECK MITER TABLE BASE PARALLELISM
See Figures 24 - 25.
Unplug the saw.
Set saw up as if you were preparing to make a cut.
Tighten rail clamps, miter locking clamps, adjusting
clamp knob, etc.
Slide miter table (A) to the front of miter base (B) as far
as it will go. Place a reference mark (C) near the end of
the miter table as shown in figure 24.
NOTE: Front of miter base is on infeed side of saw.
Place a reference mark on one of the blade teeth (D) and
rotate the blade (E) so that the reference mark on the
blade is at the front of the throat plate.
Place a framing square (G) against the blade and align
with reference mark on miter table. Measure the distance
between the blade and the edge of miter table.
NOTE: Place framing square between carbide teeth and
measure from blade. This step will insure framing square
is square against blade from the front to back of blade.
Remove framing square and slide miter table to the rear
of miter base as far as it will go.
Rotate the blade so the reference mark on the blade is
at the rear of the throat plate. Measuring from the same
mark on the blade at the rear will eliminate the effect of
blade wobble.
Place framing square against the blade and align with
the same reference mark on the miter table. Measure the
distance between the blade and the edge of the miter
table at the rear.
Compare whether the front and rear measurements are
the same. If they are the same, proceed with checking
the miter fence alignment. If not, this indicates the miter
base needs aligning. Miter base must then be adjusted
before checking miter fence alignment. See To Adjust
the Miter Base section that follows.
Fig. 24
A
B
C
G
D
E
25
TO ADJUST THE MITER TABLE BASE
See Figure 26.
Remember: Check all settings before loosening screws for
the following procedures. Once screws have been loosened,
these settings must be reset.
Unplug the saw.
Set the miter fence at 0° then securely tighten the
adjusting clamp knob.
Push the sliding miter table to the back and loosen the
right-front screw from beneath the table saw cabinet.
Loosen the nylock nut beneath the front left eccentric
screw.
Place one side of a framing square firmly against the
miter fence and the other side against the saw blade.
Using a flathead screwdriver, turn the eccentric screw
until the miter fence and the blade are square.
Hold the eccentric screw in place with the screwdriver
and tighten the nylock nut securely.
Retighten the front right-hand screw.
TO CHECK MITER FENCE ALIGNMENT
See Figure 27.
The miter fence must be perpendicular to the blade when
set at zero degrees.
Set the miter fence (H) at 0°. Miter indicator (I) should be
set precisely on 0° and secured in place with adjusting
clamp knob (J).
Place a framing square (G) firmly against the miter fence
(H), with the other side against the blade (E).
Check whether the miter fence and blade are square with
each other. With the framing square against the miter
fence there should be no gap from the front to the rear
of the blade.
If a gap exists, the miter fence may be out of square.
Rotate the blade and recheck. If there is a consistent gap
between the front and rear of the blade, the miter table
needs aligning.
TO ADJUST QUICK-STOP
See Figure 28.
The quick-stop is preset at the factory to stop the miter
fence at exactly 0°. However, when sliding miter table
adjustments are made, these adjustments may cause the
quick-stop to need adjusting. Check quick-stop with miter
scale set at 0°. If adjustments are needed, proceed with
the following steps:
Loosen the eccentric screw holding the quick-stop.
Place the quick-stop against the miter fence with miter
scale set at 0°.
Adjust eccentric screw until it holds quick-stop secure-
ly against miter fence. Fig. 27
I
EG
J
H
Fig. 26
OPERATION
MITER
FENCE
NYLOCK
NUT
RIGHT
FRONT
SCREW
FRAMING
SQUARE
ECCENTRIC
SCREW
SLIDING MITER
TABLE
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OPERATION
Retighten hex nut, securing eccentric screw and quick-
stop.
Check your work. If the quick-stop is not at zero degrees,
repeat above steps.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, always make sure the rip fence
is parallel to the blade before beginning any operation.
TO SET THE RIP FENCE SCALE INDICATOR
TO THE BLADE
See Figure 29.
Begin with the blade at a zero angle (straight up).
Unplug the saw.
Raise the blade guard.
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 and align with
the 2 in. mark as shown.
Tighten the screw and check the dimension and the rip
fence.
TO USE THE RIP FENCE
See Figure 30.
Place the rear lip on the rear of the saw table and pull
slightly toward the front of the unit.
Lower the front end of the rip fence onto the guide
surfaces on top of the front rail.
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.
Fig. 30
REAR LIP
RIP FENCE
LOCKING
LEVER
SAW
TABLE
2 in.
FRONT
RAIL
LOCKING
LEVER
BLADE
RIP
FENCE
2 in.
MARK
SCALE
SCALE
INDICATOR
Fig. 29
QUICK
STOP
Fig. 28
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OPERATION
TO USE OUTFEED SUPPORT
See Figure 31.
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.
Grasp the outfeed support with both hands and pull it
until it is fully extended.
TO USE THE TABLE EXTENSION
See Figure 32.
The table extension provides the operator with additional
table width for supporting wider workpieces.
To extend:
Set the rip fence to 16 in.
NOTE: Use the scale on the front rail when a specific
width is desired.
Push the table extension lever beneath the saw table
towards the back of the saw.
Grasp the table extension with both hands and pull
it until the scale on the front rail indicates the desired
measurement.
Retighten the table extension lever by pulling it towards
the front of the saw.
To close:
Push the table extension lever beneath the saw table
towards the back of the saw.
Push the table extension with both hands back toward
the saw table.
Retighten the table extension lever by pulling it towards
the front of the saw.
Fig. 31
OUTFEED
SUPPORT
Fig. 32
LOWER
SCALE
TABLE
EXTENSION
LEVER
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OPERATION
HEELING (PARALLELING) THE BLADE
See Figures 33 - 35.
WARNING:
The blade must be square so the wood does not bind
resulting in kickback. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury.
Do not loosen any bolts for this adjustment until you have
checked with a square and made test cuts to be sure adjust-
ments are necessary. Once the bolts are loosened, these
items must be reset.
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 33.
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.
If the distances are different:
Extend the extension table (see page 27).
Loosen adjusting bolts (1) and (3).
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.
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.
FRAMING
SQUARE
ADJUSTING
BOLTS (3)
USE WOOD TO
PUSH THE BLADE
Fig. 35
Fig. 34
Fig. 33
FRAMING
SQUARE
SAW BLADE OUT OF ALIGNMENT
(1) (2) (3)
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OPERATION
Fig. 37
SWITCH KEY
SWITCH IN LOCKED POSITION
SWITCH
OFF
SWITCH
ON
CROSS CUT
PLACE RIGHT HAND
ON MITER FENCE
HOLDER HERE
Fig. 36
MAKING CUTS
The blade provided with the saw is a high-quality combina-
tion blade suitable for ripping and cross cut operations. Care-
fully check all setups and rotate the blade one full revolution
to assure proper clearance before connecting saw to power
source. Stand slightly to the side of the blade path to reduce
the chance of injury should kickback occur.
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 fence when making cross, miter, bevel, and
compound miter cuts. To secure the angle, lock the miter
fence in place by twisting the adjusting clamp knob clock-
wise. Always tighten the adjusting clamp 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.
TO MAKE A CROSS CUT
See Figures 36 - 37.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious possible injury.
WARNING:
Using the rip fence as a cutoff gauge when cross cutting
will result in kickback which can cause serious personal
injury.
Remove the rip fence.
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
Set the miter fence to 0° and tighten the adjusting clamp
knob.
Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
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 37.
Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
fence and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the adjusting clamp knob and the hand farthest from
the blade should be placed on the workpiece.
When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
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MAKING A RIP CUT
See Figure 38.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious possible injury.
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
Position the rip fence the desired distance from the blade
for the cut and securely lock the handle.
Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
When ripping a long workpiece, place a support the same
height as the table surface behind the saw for the cut
work.
Turn the saw on.
Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.
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 and/or push blocks to
move the piece through the cut and past 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 MITER CUT
See Figure 39.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid possible serious injury.
Remove the rip fence.
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
Set the miter gauge to the desired angle and tighten the
adjusting clamp knob.
Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
Turn the saw on.
Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
OPERATION
Fig. 38
RIP CUT
BLADE RIP
FENCE
SCALE
Fig. 39
MITER CUT
BLADE
STRAIGHT
MITER
FENCE
ANGLED
HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the adjusting clamp knob and the hand farthest from
the blade should be placed on the workpiece.
When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
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MAKING A BEVEL CROSS CUT
See Figures 40 - 41.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid possible serious injury.
Remove the rip fence.
Unlock the bevel locking lever.
Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
Lock the bevel locking lever.
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
Set the miter fence to 0° and tighten the adjusting clamp
knob.
Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
Turn the saw on.
Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the adjusting clamp knob and the hand farthest from
the blade should be placed on the workpiece.
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 RIP CUT
See Figure 42.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid serious personal injury.
WARNING:
The rip fence must be on the left side of the blade to avoid
trapping the wood and causing kickback. Placement of
the rip fence to the right of the blade will result in kickback
and the risk of serious personal injury.
Remove the miter fence.
Unlock the bevel locking lever.
Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
Lock the bevel locking lever.
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
Position the rip fence the desired distance from the blade
for the cut and securely lock the handle.
OPERATION
Fig. 40
VIEWED FROM THE FRONT, BELOW THE TABLE SAW
BEVEL
LOCKING LEVER
TO LOOSEN
TO
TIGHTEN
HEIGHT/BEVEL ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
Fig. 41
BEVEL CROSS CUT
BLADE
ANGLED
MITER
FENCE
STRAIGHT
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
When ripping a long workpiece, place a support the
same height as the table surface behind the saw for
the cut work.
Turn the saw on.
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Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.
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.
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 COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT
See Figure 43.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and
working properly to avoid possible serious injury.
Remove the rip fence.
Unlock the bevel locking lever.
Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
Lock the bevel locking lever.
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
Set the miter fence to the desired angle and tighten
adjusting clamp knob.
Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
Turn the saw on.
Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
fence and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the adjusting clamp knob and the hand farthest from
the blade should be placed on the workpiece.
When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
OPERATION
Fig. 42
BEVEL RIP CUT
RIP
FENCE
SCALE
BLADE
ANGLED
PLACE RIGHT HAND
ON WORKPIECE AND
MITER FENCE HERE
Fig. 43
COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT
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WARNING:
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.
Unplug the saw.
Remove the blade guard assembly.
Unlock the bevel locking lever.
Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
Lock the bevel locking lever.
Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
Depending on the shape and size of the wood, use
either the rip fence or miter gauge.
Plug the saw into the power source and turn the saw
on.
Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
Always use push blocks, push sticks, and
featherboards when making non-through 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.
Once all non-through cuts are completed:
Unplug your saw.
Reinstall the blade guard assembly.
MAKING A LARGE PANEL CUT
See Figure 44.
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.
WARNING:
Never make freehand cuts (cuts without the miter fence
or rip fence), which can result in serious injury.
Place a support the same height as the top of the saw
table behind the saw for the cut work. Add supports to
the sides as needed.
Depending on the shape of the panel, use the rip fence
or miter fence. If the panel is too large to use either the
rip fence or the miter fence, it is too large for this saw.
Make sure the wood does not touch the blade before
you turn on the saw.
Turn the saw on.
Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.
Use a push stick to move the piece through the cut and
past 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 NON-THROUGH CUT
See Figure 45.
Non-through cuts (made with a standard 10 in. blade) 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. This is the only type cut that is made
without the blade guard assembly installed. Make sure the
blade guard assembly is reinstalled upon completion of this
type of cut. 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.
WARNING:
When making a non-through cut, the cutter is covered
by the workpiece during most of the cut. Be alert to the
exposed cutter at the start and finish of every cut to avoid
the risk of personal injury.
OPERATION
Fig. 44
LARGE PANEL CUT
SUPPORT
HEIGHT
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
RIP FENCE
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OPERATION
NON-THROUGH CUT
BLADE
GUARD
REMOVED
PUSH
STICK
Fig. 45
DADO CUT
Fig. 46
MAKING A DADO CUT
See Figure 46.
An optional dado throat plate is required for this procedure
(see the Accessories section of this manual and check with
the retailer where the table saw was purchased). All blades
and dado sets must not be 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.
WARNING:
Always use push blocks, push sticks, or featherboards
when making dado cuts to avoid the risk of serious
injury.
WARNING:
Always store the blade washer and throat plate in secure
location when changing back to saw blade. Failure to do
so may result in possible injury and damage to the tool.
Unplug the saw.
Remove the blade guard assembly.
Remove the blade nut, blade washer, and saw blade.
Mount the dado blade, according to manufacturer
instructions, using the blade and chippers appropriate
for the desired width of cut.
Reinstall the blade nut.
NOTE: The blade washer may be used provided the arbor
shaft extends slightly beyond the arbor nut.
Make sure the blade nut is fully engaged and the arbor
extends past a securely tightened blade nut.
Install the dado throat plate and rotate the blade by hand
to make sure it turns freely then lower the blade.
Depending on the shape and size of the wood, use either
the rip fence or miter gauge.
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.
Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence or miter gauge.
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.
Once all dado cuts are completed:
Unplug your saw.
Reinstall the spreader/riving knife in the “up” position
then install the blade guard and anti-kickback pawls.
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ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is
unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the
OFF position. 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.
To avoid unnecessary set-ups and adjustments, a good prac-
tice 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.
TO REPLACE THE BLADE
See Figures 47 - 49.
NOTE: Arbor shaft has left hand threads.
Unplug the saw.
Lower the saw blade, raise or remove the blade guard,
and remove the throat plate.
Raise the saw blade to full height.
Make sure the bevel locking lever is locked.
Insert the open end of the small blade wrench onto 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 outside
wrench (right side) forward while pushing the inside (left
side) to the back of the saw.
Remove the blade.
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 arbor
shaft. Be sure the dome side of the blade washer faces
out from the blade and that all items are snug against
the arbor housing. Make sure the blade nut is securely
tightened. Do not overtighten.
Rotate the blade by hand to make sure it turns freely.
Lower the saw blade and reinstall the throat plate.
NOTE: To replace the blade with an accessory blade, follow
the instructions provided with the accessory.
Rotate the blade by hand to make sure it turns freely.
Lower the saw blade and reinstall the throat plate.
NOTE: Securely tighten throat plate screws. Do not allow
the throat plate to bow up above the table surface.
Fig. 48
BLADE
BLADE
NUT
BLADE
WASHER
ARBOR
SHAFT
Fig. 49
THROAT
PLATE
BLADE
SCREWS
Fig. 47
LARGE
BLADE WRENCH
SMALL BLADE
WRENCH
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ADJUSTMENTS
TO CHECK AND ALIGN THE SPREADER, SAW
BLADE, AND BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY
See Figure 50.
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.
To check alignment of the spreader:
Unplug the saw.
Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel counterclockwise.
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.
Lift the anti-kickback pawls and place a framing square
or straight edge against both the saw blade and the
spreader.
From the back of the saw, loosen the two screws and
reposition the blade guard assembly left or right as
needed to align the spreader with the saw blade.
Once properly aligned, securely retighten the screws.
Recheck the marked blade tooth using the combination
square to insure the adjustment has not moved.
TO CHECK THE ALIGNMENT OF THE RIP
FENCE TO THE BLADE
See Figure 51.
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.
Move the fence back and turn the framing square 180°
to check the other side.
If the two dimensions are not the same, loosen the two
screws on the fence and align it.
Retighten the two screws.
Make two or three test cuts on scrap wood. If the cuts
are not true, repeat the process.
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.
BLADE SCREWS
RIP FENCE
LOCKING
LEVER
FRAMING
SQUARE
SCREW (2)
FRAMING
SQUARE
Fig. 51
Fig. 50
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ADJUSTMENTS
TO SET THE BLADE AT 0° AND 45°
See Figures 52 - 53.
The angle settings of the saw have been set at the factory
and, unless damaged in shipping, should not require set-
ting during assembly. After extensive use, they 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 down
and retighten the adjustment bolt.
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.
NOTE: It will be necessary to remove the bevel handle
to adjust the bevel indicator.
If the blade is not an exact 45°:
Loosen the adjustment bolt and the bevel locking lever.
Place a combination square beside the blade on the
left.
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.
If the blade is not an exact 45°, loosen the 45° adjustment
bolt and the bevel locking lever.
Adjust the bevel indicator to 45°.
Make a test cut.
0° ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
BLADE
COMBINATION
SQUARE
BEVEL
INDICATOR BEVEL
HANDLE
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
45°
Fig. 53
45° ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
BLADE
COMBINATION
SQUARE
BEVEL
INDICATOR BEVEL
HANDLE
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
Fig. 52
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WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical 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.
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance, make sure the tool
is unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in
the off ( O ) position. Failure to heed this warning could
result in serious personal injury.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
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.
LUBRICATION
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 lubrica-
tion is required.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at retail stores:
0134010313 Dado Throat Plate
WARNING:
Current attachments and accessories available for use with this tool are listed above. Do not use any attachments or ac-
cessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
ACCESSORIES
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Excess vibration.
Rip fence does not move
smoothly.
Rip fence does not lock at
rear.
Cutting binds or burns work.
Wood edges away from rip
fence when ripping.
Sliding miter table assembly
does not move smoothly.
Blade is out of balance.
Blade is damaged.
Saw is not mounted securely.
Work surface is uneven.
Blade is warped.
Rip fence not mounted correctly.
Rails are dirty or sticky.
Clamp screw is out of adjustment.
Clamp screw is out of adjustment.
Blade is dull.
Work is fed too fast.
Wood is warped.
Rip fence is misaligned.
Blade not properly sharpened or set.
Miter base or slides improperly
adjusted.
Replace blade.
Replace blade.
Tighten all hardware.
Reposition on flat surface.
Adjust legs of leg stand.
Check saw blade installation. Replace blade if
necessary.
Remount the rip fence.
Clean and wax rails.
Adjust clamp screw counterclockwise.
Adjust clamp screw clockwise.
Replace or sharpen blade.
Slow the feed rate.
Replace the wood. Always cut with convex
side to table surface.
Check and adjust the rip fence.
Align the rip fence.
Resharpen or set blade.
See page 23 for adjustments to sliding
miter table assembly.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Adjust positive stops.
Adjust the miter gauge.
Clean the gears or screw post.
Plug in motor cord or wall cord.
Replace circuit fuse.
Reset circuit breaker.
Have the cord or switch replaced at your
nearest authorized service center.
Clean, sharpen, or replace blade.
Replace with correct type.
Remount blade.
Move locking lever to left.
Change blade; rip blade typically has fewer
teeth.
Saw does not make accurate
90º or 45º cuts.
Height/bevel adjusting hand-
wheel is hard to turn.
Saw does not start.
Blade makes poor cuts.
Blade does not lower when
turning height/bevel adjusting
handwheel.
Motor labors in rip cut.
Positive stops inside cabinet need
adjusting (Bevel Cuts).
Miter gauge is misaligned (Miter
Cuts).
Gears or screw post inside
cabinet are clogged with saw
dust.
Motor cord or wall cord is not
plugged in.
Circuit fuse is blown.
Circuit breaker is tripped.
Cord or switch is damaged.
Blade is dull or dirty.
Blade is wrong type for cut being
made.
Blade is mounted backwards.
Locking lever is not at full left
position.
Blade not proper for rip cut.
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NOTES
987000-586
1-7-10 (REV:03)
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
10 in. TABLE SAW
BTS211
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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:
•leadfromlead-basedpaints,
•crystallinesilicafrombricksandcementandothermasonryproducts,and
•arsenicandchromiumfromchemically-treatedlumber.
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.
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