Tradesman 55-6883-2 Owner's manual

Brand: Tradesman

Model: 55-6883-2

Category: Network splitters

Type: Owner's manual

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SECTION

II.

III.

IV.

VI.

VII.

VIII.

IX.

XI.

PAGE

Technical data ..................................................................................... 2

General safety rules ............................................................................ 3

Specific safety rules for the table saw ................................................. 5

Electrical information .......................................................................... 7

Know your table saw ........................................................................... 9

Assembly and adjustments ................................................................. 10

Operation ............................................................................................ 25

Maintenance ....................................................................................... 32

Troubleshooting guide ........................................................................ 33

Warranty ............................................................................................ 34

Replacement parts .............................................................................. 36

10" TABLE SAW WITH LASER LINE

MOTOR:

TABLE EXTENSION:

EXTENSION FENCE CAPACITY:

BLADE SIZE:

13 A, 120 V, 60 Hz, 5000 RPM (No load speed)

YES

24" Right

10"

MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT AT 90°: 3"

MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT AT 45°: 2 W'

MAXIMUM WIDTH OF DADO: W'

DADO TYPE: Stackabte only (MAX. 1/2" width)

Safety isa combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how yourtable saw

works.

WARNING: TO AVOID MISTAKESTHAT COULD CAUSESERIOUS INJURY, DO

NOT PLUG IN THE TABLE SAW UNTILTHE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL HAS

HAVE BEEN READ AND FULLYUNDERSTOOD.

1. READ and become familiar withthis entire instruction manual. LEARNthe tool's

applications, limitations and possible hazards.

2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. DO NOT use power tools in wet or damp areas or

expose them to rain. Keep work areas well-tit.

3. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gas.

4. ALWAYS keepyour work area clean, uncluttered and well-tit. DO NOTworkon floor

surfaces that are slippery with sawdust or wax.

5. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM the work area, especially when

the toot is operating. NEVER allow children near the toot.

6. DO NOT FORCETHE TOOL to do ajob for which it was notdesigned.

7. DRESS FOR SAFETY. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties orjewellery

(rings, watches,) when operating thetoot. They can get caught and draw you into

moving parts. ALWAYS wear non-slip footwear and tie back long hair.

8. WEAR A FACE MASKOR DUST MASK. Toot operation produces dust.

9. ALWAYS removethe power cord plugfrom the electrical source when making

adjustments, changing parts, cleaning or performing maintenanceon the toot.

10.KEEPGUARDS IN PLACEAND IN WORKING ORDER.

11.AVOID ACCIDENTAL START-UPS. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position

before plugging in the power cord.

12.REMOVEADJUSTING TOOLS. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all tools are removedfrom the

table saw before turning it on.

SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

13. NEVER LEAVE POWER SWITCH ON WHILE UNATTENDED. Turn the power

switch to OFF. DO NOT leave the toot until it has come to a complete stop.

14. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury could result if the tool tips or is

accidentally hit. DO NOT store anything above or near the tool.

15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at alt times. Wear oil-resistant

rubber-soled footwear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scrap and other debris.

16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

17. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check moving parts for alignment, jamming,

breakage, improper mounting or any other condition that may affect the tool's

operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use.

18. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Use padlocks, master switches and

ALWAYS remove starter keys.

19. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication

that could affect your ability to use the toot properly.

20. WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

21. DO NOT ALLOW OTHERS TO USE OR OPERATE THIS TABLE SAW UNTIL THEY

HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTOOD THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

WARNING: DUST GENERATED FROM CERTAIN MATERIALS CAN BE

HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. ALWAYS OPERATE THE TABLE SAW IN A

WELL-VENTILATED AREA AND PROVIDE FOR PROPER DUST REMOVAL. USE

DUST COLLECTION SYSTEMS WHENEVER POSSIBLE.

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ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.

A table saw can throw foreign objects into your eyes which could

CAUSE permanent eye damage.

ALWAYS wear safety goggles (not glasses). Ordinary eyeglasses

have only impact-resistant lenses...they are NOT safety goggles.

SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USINGTHE TABLE SAW WiTH LASER LiNE

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE YOUR TABLE SAW UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY

ASSEMBLED AND INSTALLED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS

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1. ALWAYS USE THE SAW BLADE GUARD, splitter and anti-kickback pawls for every

operation for which they can be used, including through-sawing. Through-sawing

operations are those in which the blade cuts completely through the workpiece when

ripping or cross-cutting.

2. ALWAYS HOLD WORK FIRMLY against the mitre gauge or rip fence.

3. USE A PUSH STICK when required, especially when ripping narrow stock. Refer to

ripping applications in the instruction manual where the push stick is covered in detail. A

pattern for making your own push stick is included.

4. NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION "FREE HAND"= this means using only your

hands to support or guide the workpiece. Always use either the rip fence or the

mitre gauge to position and guide the workpiece.

WARNING: FREE HAND CUTTING IS THE MAJOR CAUSE OF KICK=BACK &

FINGER/HAND AMPUTATIONS.

5. NEVER STAND or have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade.

Keep your hands out of the saw blade path.

6. NEVER REACH behind or over the table saw for any reason.

7. REMOVE the rip fence when cross cutting.

8. DO NOT USE a moulding head with this saw.

9. FEED WORK iNTO THE BLADE against the direction of rotation only.

10. NEVER use the rip fence as a cut-off gauge when cross-cutting.

11. NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW BLADE without first turning the table

saw OFF and unplugging the table saw. Immediately, turn the power switch OFF to

prevent motor damage.

12. PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and the sides of the work table for long or

wide workpieces.

SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

13.AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown backtowards you) by keeping the bladesharp, the

ripfence parallelto the saw blade and by keeping the splitter, anti-kickback pawlsand

guards in place, aligned and functioning. Do not release workpiece before it has passed

beyond the saw blade's cutting arc. Do not rip pieces that are twisted, warped or that do

not have a straight edge to guide it alongthe rip fence.

14.AVOIDAWKWARD OPERATIONS and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause

your hand to move into the saw blade.

15.NEVER USE SOLVENTS to clean plastic parts. Solvents could possibly dissolve or

otherwise damage plastic parts. Only a soft damp cloth should be usedto clean plastic

parts.

16.MOUNTyour table saw on a work bench or stand before performing any cutting

operations. Refer to ASSEMBLY instructions.

17.NEVER CUT METALS or materials which may make hazardous dust.

18.ALWAYS USE INWELL VENTILATED AREA. Removesawdust frequently. Clean out

sawdust from the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire hazard.

19.NEVER LEAVE THE SAW running unattended. Do not leavethe work area until the saw

comes to a complete stop.

20.Forproper operation follow the instructions inthis Instruction Manual (Page 23).

Failure to provide sawdust fall-through and removal hole will cause sawdust to build up

in the motor area resulting in a fire hazard and potential motordamage.

SAVE THESE SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS

IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides a path

of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This toot is

equipped with an electric cord that has 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 an electrician.

IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric

shock. The conductor with the green insulation (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.

CHECK with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand

the grounding instructions, or if you are not sure if the toot is properly grounded.

USE ONLY EXTENSION CORDS that have

3-pronged plugs. Only plug into 3-pronged outlets

that accept the tool's plug as shown in Fig. A.

Repair or replace damaged or worn cords

immediately.

Fig. A

1) 3-prong plug 2) Properly grounded outlet

3) Grounding prong

CAUTION: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION

IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE IT IS, HAVE A CERTIFIED

ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.

SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSIONCORDS

I ARNING: THIS TABLE SAW ISFOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO

RAINOR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.

Make sure the extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure

to use one 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. The table below

shows the correct size to be used according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If

in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)

(when using 120 V only)

Ampere Rating Total length of cord in feet

More Than Not More Than 25' 50' 100' 150'

0 6 18' 16' 16' 14'

6 10 18' 16' 14' 12'

10 12 16' 16' 14' 12'

Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a

damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it. Protect

your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit must not be tess than a #12 wire

with a 20 A time tag fuse or a #14 wire with a 15 A time lag fuse. Before connecting the

motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current

is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate. Running at a lower

voltage will damage the motor.

I ARNING: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE

OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.

SAVE THESE SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

Laser line

Mitre gauge

Blade guard

Table insert

Cam-locking rip fence

Side table extension

Bevel angle pointer and

Overload reset switch

ON/OFF paddle switch

with safety key

Telescoping

extension wing

Blade bevel locking knob

Roller wheels

Stand handle

Blade elevation handwheel

Stand leg locking lever

Fold and roll stand

Dust bag

Splitter

Splitter bracket

_ Blade

_.1 Mitre gauge storage

Rip fence storage

Mounting holes

UNPACKING

1. Carefully remove the table saw from the carton.

2. Separate the parts.

3. Lay out all the parts and check them against the parts listed below.

Examine all parts carefully.

WARNING: IF ANY PART IS MISSING OR DAMAGED, DO NOT PLUG IN THE

TABLE SAW UNTIL YOU HAVE REPLACED THE MISSING OR DAMAGED PARTS.

CALL THE TOLL FREE HELPLINE AT 1-866-881-7202 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Table saw assembly

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Blade guard and

splitter with laser

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Roller wheels

Nuts

Square neck

mounting bolts

Blade guard

mounting bolt,

whashers and

mounting screw

screw

Leveling pad

Blade

wrenches

Hex key

Blade

Miter gauge

Table extension

fence

Blade elevation

handwheel

Dust bag

Lock handles

0 Nut

Batteries

Washer

Rip fence

iNSTALLiNG BATTERIES FOR THE LASER LiNE (Fig. 1)

1. Lift the blade guard (1) up. Remove the locking screw to open the cover of the battery

box (2) with a (_ #0 screwdriver.

2. Install two "AAA" batteries into the battery box.

3. Close the cover (2) and replace the locking screw and tighten securely.

4. Turn on the switch (3) to see the laser cutting guide.

THE LASER LINE

Your tool is equipped with a Hawkeye TMLaser Line, a battery powered laser cutting guide.

The laser line will enable you to anticipate the saw blade's path on the workpiece to be cut

before you begin.

WARNING: The laser beam is emitted when the laser line is turned on. Do not stare

into the beam or view directly with optical instruments. Do not remove the warning label

affixed to the blade guard. Avoid direct eye contact with the laser beam.

NOTE

e A laser beam is not a toy and should not be used by children. Misuse of this laser line

can lead to irreparable eye damage.

e Any adjustments to increase the laser power are forbidden.

e When using the laser line, do not point the laser beam towards people and/or reflecting

surfaces. Even a laser beam of low intensity may cause eye damage. Therefore, do not

look directly into the laser beam.

e If the Laser Line will not be used for more than three months, remove the batteries to

avoid damage from possible leakage.

e The laser tine includes no user-serviceable components. Never open the housing in an

attempt to repair.

e Repairs should only be carried out by a service centre or an authorized service agent.

CAUTION. LASER RADIATION.

Do not stare into beam or view directly with optical instruments.

Maximum output: < 5 mW Wavelength: 650 nm

Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 class IliA Laser Product.

Fig. 1

Keeping Work Areas Clean

e Accumulated sawdust and wood chips can pose a safety hazard.

e Pick up and dispose of accumulated sawdust and debris before each cutting operation.

WARNING: ALWAYS KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN, UNCLUTTERED AND

WELL-LIT. DO NOT WORK ON FLOOR SURFACES THAT ARE SLIPPERY FROM

ACCUMULATED SAWDUST, DEBRIS OR WAX.

ASSEMBLE BLADE RAISING AND

TILTING HANDWHEEL (Fig. 2)

1. Attach blade raising and tilting hand

wheel (1) to the height-regulating

bolt (2). Make sure the slot (3) in the

hand wheel hub is engaged with the

roll pin (4) in the height-regulating bolt.

2. Fasten hand wheel to height-regulating

bolt with flat washer (5) and dome

nut (6).

CAM=LOCKING RIP FENCE (Fig. 3)

1. Thread the rip fence locking handle (2)

into the threaded hole (3) of the fence

and lock in place by tightening the nut

(1) against the fence head.

2. Lift upward on rip fence locking

handle (2) so the rear holding clamp (4)

is fully extended.

3. Place the rip fence on the saw

table (5), engaging the rear fence clamp

first then lowering the front end onto the

table.

4. Push down on the rip fence locking

handle (2) to lock.

Fig. 2

3 4

Fig. 3

WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY FROM AN ACCIDENTAL START, MAKE SURE THE

POWER SWITCH IS INTHE "OFF" POSITION,THE REMOVABLE SAFETY KEY IS

REMOVEDAND THE PLUG IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE POWERSOURCE.

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,THE REAR OF THE TABLE INSERT MUST BE FLUSH

TO THE TABLE DURING ALL SAWING OPERATIONS. A RUBBER ADJUSTING

SPACER IS PROVIDED UNDERTHE REAR OFTHE INSERT FORTHIS PURPOSE.

INSTALL BLADE TOARBOR (Fig. 5, 6 & 7)

1. Remove the table insert(1) by removing the

two screws (2 & 3) that hold it in place

(Fig. 5).

NOTE: Be careful notto lose the rubber

washer that ison the back screw (3),

beneath the insert.

2. Raisesaw blade arbor (4) to its maximum

height by turning the blade

raising handwheetcounter-clockwise.

Removethe arbor nut (5)and outer

flange (6)from the saw arbor.

3. Placethe saw blade on the arbor, making

sure theteeth of the blade point DOWN

toward the front of the table.

4. Placethe flange (6)and arbor nut (5) on the

arbor and hand-tightenthe nut, making sure

the saw blade isfirmly seated againstthe

inner flange (7) (Fig. 6).

NOTE: Make sure large, flat surfaces of

flange and nutface iNWARD, toward the

saw blade.

5. Placethe open-end bladewrench (8) on the

flat of the saw arbor to prevent the arbor from

turning while tightening. Usingthe box-end

blade wrench (9) tighten the arbor nut by

turning it clockwise (Fig. 7).

6. Replacetable insert with two screws (2 & 3)

and adjust the rear screw so that the rearof

the insert isflush to the table.

Fig. 5

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Fig. 6

7 6

Fig. 7

I MAKE SURE THE SAW BLADE, ARBOR FLANGE AND NUT ARE PROPERLY

SEATED AND THAT THE ARBOR NUT IS TIGHT.

WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY FROM AN ACCIDENTAL START, MAKE SURE THE

SWITCH IS IN THE "OFF" POSITION AND THE PLUG IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE

POWER SOURCE OUTLET.

ASSEMBLE BLADE GUARD

(Fig. 8, 9 & 10)

MAKE SURE THE SAW IS

DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER

SOURCE WHEN INSTALLING THE BLADE

GUARD AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY.

1. Set the blade to maximum height and the

tilt to 0° on the bevel scale with the hand

wheel. Lock the blade bevel lock knob.

2. Insert the hex bolt (1) into the two

washers (2) and the splitter bracket (3).

(Fig. 8)

3. Install the blade guard assembly (4) into

the rear of the saw table. Thread the bolt

(1) into the internaNy-threaded pivot rod

until snug.

4. Insert screw (5) into the splitter bracket

as shown. (Fig. 9)

5. Using a straight edge (7), check to see if

the blade guard splitter (8) is aligned with

the saw blade (9). Make sure the straight

edge ties between the teeth of the blade

when aligning. (Fig. 10)

6. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the

bolts (1, 5) and shift the splitter assembly

to right or left for proper alignment.

7. When the splitter is properly aligned with

the saw blade, tighten the bolts.

NOTE: The blade guard and splitter

must always be correctly aligned so that

the cut workpiece will pass on either side

without binding or twisting to the side.

Fig. 8

Fig. 9

Fig. 10

kickback pawl

i WARNING: Improper splitter alignment can cause "kickback" and serious injury. I

ASSEMBLE THE TABLE EXTENSION

WiNG (Fig. 11, 12)

NOTE:

A. For ripping 10 = 14" workpieces, the

adjustable rip guide has to be installed in

the IN-RIP position (Fig. 11). Raise the

guide to a position that just clears the

table surface and secure in place using

lock handles (1).

B. For ripping 14=24" workpieces, the

extension wing has to be installed in the

OUT-RIP position (Fig. 12).

1. Install the

aluminum

2. Place the

aluminum

locking handles (1) on the

extension wing.

adjustable rip guide (2) on the

extension wing.

Raise the fence to the desired height and

tighten the lock handles (1).

Fig. 11 2

Fig. 12

3 1

WARNING: To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the

OFF position and the plug is not connected to the power source, before making any

adjustments.

ADJUSTING THE TABLE EXTENSION WING (Fig. 12)

To adjust the table extension wing position

1. Unlock the table extension levers (3) on the two extension tube brackets.

2. Slide the extension tubes in or out until the scale on the front tube is positioned at the

desired distance. Lock the table extension levers (3).

BLADE TILTING MECHANISM

The saw blade can be tilted usingtwo

different methods.

RAPID BLADE TILTING (Fig. 13)

1. Loosen blade bevel locking knob (2).

2. Slide the entire handwheel assembly (1)

to desired location.

3. Tighten blade bevel locking knob (2).

Ensure locking knob is fully tightened

before attempting a cut.

Fig. 13

1 2

MICRO=ADJUSTMENT BLADE TILTING (Fig. 13)

1. Loosen blade bevel locking knob (2).

2. Push handwheet (1) IN to engage the handwheel gears with the segment gear on the

table saw base.

3. While holding handwheel IN, turn the handwheet to tilt the blade to the desired angle.

4. Tighten lock knob to secure bevel angle.

NOTE: Changing the blade angle can be done independently of changing blade height.

I ARNING: BLADE BEVEL LOCKING KNOB (2) MUST BE FIRMLY TIGHTENED AND

LOCKED DURING ALL CUTTING OPERATIONS.

BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (Fig. 13)

To raise the saw blade, turn the handwheel (1) COUNTER-CLOCKWISE. To lower the

blade, turn the handwheel CLOCKWISE.

NOTE: It is not necessary to loosen blade bevel locking knob (2) when raising or lowering

the saw blade.

WARNING: TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY:

e ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM POWER SOURCE WHEN MAKING

ANY ADJUSTMENTS.

e ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE CORRECT OR KICKBACK COULD RESULT INA

SERIOUS INJURY AND ACCURATE CUTS CANNOT BE MADE.

BLADE PARALLEL TO THE MITRE

GAUGE GROOVE (Fig. 18 )

This adjustment was made at the factory,

but it should be checked and adjusted if

necessary.

Remove the safety switch key and

unplug the saw.

Remove the blade guard for this

procedure, reinstall and realign after

adjustment.

Raise the blade to the highest position

and set at the 0° angle (90 ° straight

up).

Fig. 18

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4. Select and mark, with a felt tip marker, a blade tooth having a "right set" and rotate the

blade so the marked tooth is W' above the table at the front of the saw.

5. Place the combination square base (1) into the right side mitre gauge groove (2).

6. Adjust the ruler so that it touches the front marked tooth. Lock the ruler so it holds this

position in the square assembly.

7. Rotate the blade bringing the marked tooth to the rear, about W' above the table.

8. Carefully slide the combination square to the rear until the ruler touches the marked tooth.

9. If the ruler touches the marked tooth at the front and rear position indicating the same

measurement, no adjustment is needed at this time. If not perform adjustment procedure

described in next section.

ADDITIONAL BLADE ADJUSTMENTS

(Fig. 19)

TOOLS REQUIRED

e 10 mm open-end wrench or 10 mm

combination wrench

e 4mmhexkey

e Framing square

e Medium size flat blade screwdriver

ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE

Fig. 19

1 J

1. Turn saw switch OFF and remove plug from the power source.

2. Remove blade guard and splitter assembly, mitre gauge and rip fence.

3. Using the 10 mm hex wrench, slightly loosen the two middle blade alignment rod strap

bolts (1) and two rear blade alignment rod strap bolts (2) located on the underside of the

table (Fig. 19).

4. While standing at the rear of the saw, use a flat blade screwdriver and gently pry the

rear of the blade alignment rod to the LEFT or RIGHT. Using the framing square,

simultaneously measure the distance at the front and rear of the blade to an edge of a

mitre slot. When the distances are within 1/64" or less, tighten both rear blade alignment

rod strap bolts (2) while holding the rod firmly in place. NOTE: The blade alignment rod

will only move slightly.

5. If alignment is not achieved by rear adjustment, loosen the two front blade alignment rod

strap bolts (3).

6. While standing at the front of the saw, use a medium size flat blade screw driver and

gently pry the front of the blade alignment rod to the RIGHT or LEFT. Simultaneously

measure the distance at the front and rear of the blade to an edge of a mitre slot. When

the distances are with in 1/64" or tess, tighten both front blade alignment rod strap bolts

(3) while holding the rod firmly in place. NOTE: The blade alignment rod will only move

slightly to the right.

7. Tighten both middle blade alignment rod strap bolts (1). NOTE: Make sure all six bolts

are properly tightened and that the distance from the front and rear of the blade to the

mitre gauge groove are within 1/64" from one another.

8. Re-install blade guard and splitter assembly and adjust the alignment with the blade as

outlined earlier in this manual.

900(0°) BEVEL STOP (Fig. 20)

1. Raise the blade to maximum height by

rotating the handwheet counter-clockwise.

2. Loosen bevel angle lock knob.

3. Tilt the blade to 900(0 °) bevel.

4. Using a square (1), verify blade is 900(0 °)

to the table top.

5. If blade is not 900(0 °) to the table, loosen

the adjustment screw (2).

6. Loosen bevel tock knob and square blade

900(0 °) to the table.

Fig. 20

7. Once blade is at 90o(0 °) to the table top, tock bevel angle locking knob.

8. Carefully tighten adjusting screw (2) until it touches the bevel stop. DO NOT OVER-

TIGHTEN.

9. Double-check to ensure blade is still aligned at 90°(0°).

BEVEL POINTER ADJUSTMENT (Fig. 21)

When you have achieved a 90o(0 °) angle

of the blade to the table top as described in

section above, the angle pointer may require

adjustment. If so, follow proceeding steps:

1. Loosen pointer screw (2) and move the

pointer so it is aligned with 0° on the bevel

scale.

2. Retighten the pointer screw.

Fig. 21

45 ° BEVEL STOP (Fig. 22)

1. Raise the blade to maximum height by

rotating the handwheel counter-clockwise.

2. Loosen bevel angle lock knob.

3. Tilt the blade to 45 ° angle.

4. Using a square (1), verify blade is 45 ° to

the table top.

5. If blade is not 45° to the table, loosen the

adjustment screw (2).

6. Loosen bevel lock knob and square blade

45 ° to the table.

Fig. 22

7. Once blade is at 45 ° to the table top, lock bevel angle locking knob.

8. Carefully tighten adjusting screw (2) until it touches the bevel stop. DO NOT OVER

TIGHTEN.

9. Recheck to ensure blade is still aligned at 45 °.

ADJUSTING THE LASER LINE (Fig. 23)

I ARNING: The laser beam is emitted when the laser line is turned on. Do not stare into

beam or view directly with optical instruments. Do not remove the warning label affixed

to the blade guard. Avoid direct eye contact with the laser.

NOTE: All the adjustments for the operation of this machine have been completed at the

factory. Due to normal wear and use, some occasional readjustments may be necessary.

1. Turn on the laser line. Using a straight edge or ruler, place against the right side of the

blade.

2. Check if the laser line is flush against the right side of the blade and against the straight

edge/rule.

3. If not flush, loosen the two set screws (1) with the 3 mm wrench provided. Loosen but

do not remove them.

4. Using the 5 mm wrench provided, adjust the laser unit (2) until the laser line is parallel to

the blade.

NOTE: Be careful not to over-rotate the laser unit. Do not rotate laser more than 1/8 of

a turn in either direction.

5. Adjust the set screw (1) on the teft or right side to shift the laser line flush with the right

side of the blade. When alignment is achieved, tighten the set screw on the other side

slowly until it touches the laser to lock the laser into position. Turn off the laser guide.

NOTE: If additional alignment is required, you can use the thin parallel washers

provided to adjust by placing them between the splitter and the laser housing at the

mounting screw locations.

Fig. 23

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