Fence Alignment Adjustment (Fig. H, N)
(Blade Parallel to Fence)
If you experience fence alignment problems and want to correct an out of parallel alignment
between the fence and the blade, be sure to check the alignment of the blade to the miter slot
first. After confirming that those elements are aligned, proceed with alignment of the blade to the
fence using the following procedure:
Fig. N
Position 1 Fence Alignment
1. Install the fence in position 1 (Refer to Figure H) and unlock the rail lock lever
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locator pins
that support the fence on the front and rear rails.
2. Loosen the rear locator pin screw and adjust the allignment of the fence in the groove until
the fence face is parallel to the blade. Make sure you measure from the fence face to the front
and back of the blade to ensure alignment.
3. Tighten the locator pin screw.
4. Check rip scale pointer adjustment.
nOTE: Follow the Position 1 Fence Alignment instructions for aligning the fence on the left of
the blade.
Position 2 Fence Alignment
1. To align position 2 fence locator pins, ensure position 1 pins have been aligned, refer to
Position 1 Fence Alignment.
2. Loosen the position 2 locator pins, then using holes in the blade wrench
positioning, align the pins (Fig. N).
3. Tighten the locator pins (front and rear).
Aligning Riving Knife to Blade (Fig. O)
1. Remove the throat plate. Refer to Removing the Throat Plate under Assembly.
2. Raise the blade to full depth of cut and 0° bevel angle.
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3. Locate the three small set screws
adjacent to the riving knife lock knob
will be used to adjust the riving knife position.
4. Lay a straight edge on the table against two blade tips. The riving knife should not touch the
straight edge.
5. If needed, loosen the two larger lock screws
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6. Use the small set screws
to adjust the riving knife position. Lay the straight edge on the
opposite side of the blade and repeat adjustments as needed.
7. Lightly tighten the two larger lock screws
8. Place a square flat against the riving knife to verify the riving knife is vertical and in-line with
the blade.
9. If needed, use the set screws to bring the riving knife vertical with the square.
10. Repeat step 4 to verify position of riving knife. Repeat 5 thru 9 if necessary.
11. Fully tighten the two larger lock screws
Fig. O
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Saw Blades
WARNING: Riving knives must be matched to saw blade dimensions in order to function
effectively. Refer to splitter and Riving Knife selection. Use only 8-1/4" (210mm)
diameter blades with this table saw.
Position 1
Position 2
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as a guide for
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The saw blade furnished with your new saw is a 8-1/4" (210 mm) combination blade, used for
crosscutting (across the grain) and ripping (with the grain) through the material. The center
hole to fit on the arbor is 5/8" (16 mm) diameter. This blade will produce a good quality cut for
most applications.
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There are many types of blades available to do specific and special jobs such as cross cut only, rip
only, hollow ground, thin plywood, paneling, etc.
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Use only saw blades designed for maximum safe operating speeds of 6000 RPM or greater.
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Saw blades should always be kept sharp. It is recommended that you locate a reputable
sharpening service to sharpen your blades when needed.
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Never stack blades on top of one another to store. Place material such as cardboard between
them to keep the blades from coming in contact with one another.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, abrasive wheels or blades (including diamond)
should not be used on this saw.
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Splitter and Riving Knife Selection (Fig. P)
WARNING: To minimize the risk of kickback and to ensure proper cutting, the splitter and
riving knife must be the proper thickness for the blade used.
The splitter and riving knife supplied with this table saw is the correct size for the blade supplied
with the saw.
If a different blade is used, check the blade body (plate) thickness and the blade kerf (cutting)
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width marked on the blade or on the blade packaging. The splitter and riving knife thickness must
be greater than the body thickness and less than the kerf width as shown in Figure P.
Fig. P
Riving knife thickness
Kerf width (width of
cut made by the blade)
Body (or plate)
thickness of the blade
The riving knife provided with this saw is marked as follows:
.063" (1.6 mm) THICK RIVING KNIFE. ONLY FOR USE WITH 8 ¼" (210 mm) BLADE WITH
.071" (1.8 mm) MIN KERF WIDTH AND .055" (1.4 mm) MAX BODY THICKNESS.
Blade body thickness and kerf width dimensions for all D
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If a different blade is used and the body thickness and kerf width dimensions are not provided,
use the following procedure to determine the correct riving knife thickness:
1. Measure the body thickness of the blade.
2. Make a shallow cut in scrap material and measure the kerf width.
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3. Select the riving knife
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4. Slide the riving knife through the shallow cut made in step 2 to confirm the correct riving
knife has been selected. The riving knife should not bind or drag through the cut.
WARNING: If any dragging or binding of the material is encountered as it reaches the riving
knife, turn unit off and remove the battery pack. Repeat steps 1–4 to make the proper riving
knife selection before attempting another cut.
Kickback
Kickback is a dangerous condition! It is caused by the workpiece binding against the blade. The
result is that the workpiece can move rapidly in a direction opposite to the feed direction. During
kickback, the workpiece could be thrown back at the operator. It can also drag the operator's
hand back into the blade if the operator's hand is at the rear of the blade. If kickback occurs, turn
the saw OFF and verify the proper functioning of the riving knife, anti-kickback assembly and
blade guard assembly before resuming work.
WARNING: See safety instructions for Table saws and follow all warnings provided
regarding KICKBACK.
OPERATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove the
battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: Before using the saw, verify the following each and every time:
ALWAYS wear proper eye, hearing and respiratory equipment.
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Blade is securely tightened.
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Bevel angle and rail lock levers are locked.
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If ripping, ensure that rip fence locked lever is locked and that the fence is parallel to
the blade.
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If crosscutting, miter gauge knob is securely tightened.
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