Maintenance - RIDGID R4513 Manual Del Operador

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts could create a
hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 during
product operation. 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.
(A)
SLOT
TAB
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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 could
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.
 Clean cutting tools with a gum and pitch remover.
 To maintain the table surfaces and rails, periodically
apply paste wax to them and buff to provide smooth
functioning. To prevent work from slipping during cutting
operations, DO NOT wax the working face of the miter
gauge.
 Protect the saw blade by cleaning out saw dust from
underneath the saw table and in the blade teeth. Use a
resin solvent on the blade teeth.
 Loosen screws. Lift and remove the blade cover. Clean
saw dust and wood chips from the blade cover. Close
and secure. (See figure 72.)
HOOK
BLADE
COVER
SCREW
(B)
PIN
(C)
Fig. 72