Removing Pin End Blades - RIDGID SS1650 1 Manual Del Usuario

Removing Pin End Blades

WARNING
: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting,
always turn switch "OFF" and
unplug power cord from outlet
before removing or replacing the
blade.
NOTE: Saw comes with 5" pin end blade
installed. If you are going to use 5" plain
end blades, refer to the instructions under
"Installing Plain End Blades".
• Loosen tension on blade by turning ten-
sion knob counterclockwise
least three full turns.
• Loosen upper and lower blade holder
knobs by turning the blade holder knobs
counterclockwise
turns. To make lower blade holder
access easier, tilt the table to 45°, and
raise the arms to the up position using a
screwdriver to rotate the motor shaft.
• Remove blade from the lower blade
holder by pushing down on the upper
arm, releasing the pin end blade from
the lower blade holder. Remove blade
from the upper blade holder by slightly
lifting up on the blade and pulling for-
ward.
NOTE: The table can be tilted to 45° to
increase access and visibility to lower
blade holder area.
at
about three full
13
Blade
Tension Knob
Loosen
Loosen
Pin
Upper Blade
Holder Knob
Upper
Blade
Holder
Lower Blade
Holder