Central Machinery 97896 User manual

10” TABLE SAW
2.4 HP / 120 V~ / 15 A
Model 97896
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings
and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning
procedures. Write the product’s serial number
in the back of the manual near the assembly
diagram (or month and year of purchase if
product has no number). Keep this manual
and the receipt in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling, and
all other information provided with
this product:
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with
the safety alert
symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE is used to
address practices not
related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without the
safety alert symbol, is
used to address practices not
related to personal injury.
General Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings
and instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, re and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in1.
working order.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND2.
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it
on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered3.
areas and benches invite accidents.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS4.
ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools
in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors5.
should be kept safe distance from work
area.
MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF6.
with padlocks, master switches, or by
removing starter keys.
DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job7.
better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.

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USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or8.
attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE
GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
(120 VOLT)
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(at full load)
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
25’ 50’ 100’ 150’
0 – 6 18 16 16 14
6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12
10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12
12.1 – 16 14 12 Do not use.
TABLE A
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.9.
Make sure your 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. Table A shows
the correct size to use depending on
cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear10.
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear
is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also11.
use face or dust mask if cutting operation
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise12.
to hold work when practical. It’s safer
than using your hand and it frees both
hands to operate tool.
DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper13.
footing and balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep14.
tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;15.
when changing accessories, such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
REDUCE THE RISK OF16.
UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure switch is in off position before
plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.17.
Consult the owner’s manual for
recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to persons.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious18.
injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before19.
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
should be properly repaired or replaced.
DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into20.
a blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING21.
UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT
GROUNDING WIRE
CONNECTION
READ AND FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS:
110-120 V~ Grounded Tools: Tools
with Three Prong Plugs
In the event of a malfunction or1.
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 will2.
not t the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-3.
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. 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.
Check with a qualied electrician or 4.
service personnel if the grounding
instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether
the tool is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that5.
have 3-prong grounding plugs and
3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s
plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord6.
immediately.
125 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet
(for up to 125 V~ and up to 15 A)
Grounding
Pin
This tool is intended for use on a circuit7.
that has an outlet that looks like the one
illustrated above in 125 V~ 3-Prong
Plug and Outlet. The tool has a
grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated above in 125 V~ 3-Prong
Plug and Outlet.
The outlet must be properly installed and8.
grounded in accordance with all codes
and ordinances.
Do not use an adapter to connect this9.
tool to a different outlet.
110-120 V~ Double Insulated Tools:
Tools with Two Prong Plugs
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug
To reduce the risk of electric shock,1.
double insulated equipment has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than

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the other). This plug will t in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not
t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not t, contact a qualied
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do
not change the plug in any way.
Double insulated tools may be used in2.
either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the
preceding illustration. (See Outlets for
2-Prong Plug.)
Table Saw Safety Warnings
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction
Manual Before Operating Saw
Wear eye protection.1.
Use saw-blade guard and spreader for2.
every operation for which it can be used,
including all through sawing.
Keep hands out of the line of saw blade.3.
Use an appropriate push-stick when4.
required.
Know how to reduce risk of kickback.5.
Do not perform any operation freehand.6.
Never reach around or over saw blade.7.
Make sure the workpiece is supported at8.
all times while sawing. Use a roller stand
(not provided) with larger workpieces if
necessary.
To properly understand all safety9.
warnings, be familiar with the following
safety terms and equipment:
Featherboard – A block with “ngers“ a.
that hold the workpiece against the
fence while sawing.
Through-sawing – A cut made from oneb.
side of a board to the opposite side,
without stopping.
Ripcut or Ripping - A cut made parallelc.
to (along with) the grain of the wood.
Crosscut or Crosscutting - A cut maded.
perpendicular (at a 90° angle) to the
grain of the wood.
Push-stick – A narrow strip of woode.
or other soft material with a notch cut
into one end and which is used to push
short pieces of material through saws.
It provides a safe distance between the
hands and the cutting tool. Must be
narrower than the cut width to prevent
contact with the blade.
Freehand – Feeding a workpiecef.
through the saw without using a fence
or guided support to guide it. NOT A
SAFE METHOD.
Kerf – The gap made by the saw in theg.
workpiece.
Kickback – A sudden reaction to ah.
pinched, bound, or misaligned blade,
causing an uncontrolled workpiece to
lift up and out of the saw toward the
operator.
Spreader – A metal plate that follows thei.
saw blade to keep the kerf (gap) from
closing on the saw blade. Spreaders,
except riving knives, must be aligned
to the blade after blade adjustment to
prevent binding.
Riving Knife – A spreader mounted onj.
the same mechanism as the blade.
Generally more effective than simple
spreaders.
As noted previously,10. Kickback is a
sudden reaction to a pinched, bound,
or misaligned blade, causing an
uncontrolled workpiece to lift up and out
of the saw toward the operator.
Kickback is usually a result of tool
misuse and can be limited or avoided by
following the precautions below:

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Fence must be completely parallel to•
the saw blade.
Workpiece must be free from aws •
(such as loose knots) and from foreign
objects (such as nails and screws).
Support large workpieces along their•
entire length. Large workpieces tend to
bend, grabbing the blade.
Do not use a dull, damaged, or pitch-•
covered blade.
Do not use fence as a guide when•
crosscutting.
Do not ripcut a twisted or warped•
workpiece, or workpiece without
straight edge to guide along fence.
Maintain control of the workpiece. Do•
not allow the workpiece to rest against
the moving blade without holding onto
it.
If the blade binds or a cut is•
interrupted, turn off the power switch
and hold the workpiece still until the
blade stops. Correct the cause of
blade binding before proceeding.
Before continuing an unnished cut, •
center the blade in the pre-cut kerf
and check that the saw teeth are not
engaged into the workpiece before
turning on the saw.
Push the wood stock past the blade•
prior to release.
Check guards for proper operation with11.
saw disconnected from power before
each use. Do not disable any guard. Do
not operate saw if any movable guard
does not move freely and close instantly.
Make sure any movable guard does not
touch the blade in all angles, depths of
cut, and positions.
Keep the guard in place while through-12.
sawing. Verify that the spreader lines up
with the blade to prevent binding.
Construct an appropriate Push Stick out13.
of wood according to the guidelines on
the following page.

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Essential Straight Push-stick Features and
Functions
Note: Straight style (traditional) stick shown. A
different stick design may be used if it properly
protects against all hazards.
Diagram not to scale.
Push sticks must be made from sturdy, defect-free,•
plywood or normal wood to prevent unexpected
breakage. Material must be at least 1/4” thick, but
no thicker than the nished wood.
Inspect push stick before use and do not use a•
damaged or deteriorated push stick.
Push stick dimensions will vary depending•
on the application and user.
Handle Notch
Must be far•
enough down
the stick to allow
a comfortable and
rm grip.
Must be deep enough•
to prevent hand from
slipping down the
stick.
Do not cut more than•
halfway into the stick
to prevent weakening.
Corners may be•
rounded to increase
comfort.
Stick Length
Must be long enough•
to keep hand clear of
blade.
At least 6” from end of•
handle to closest part
of notch.
Notch
Must be right (90°) angle, cut at 30°-40° from the angle of the•
stick to keep hands out of the line of the blade.
The lower lip of the notch must be no longer than the workpiece•
is thick.
At Least 6”
Less than
workpiece
thickness
NOT TO SCALE.
90°
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DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY14.
GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR
REMOVED. Moving guards must
move freely and close instantly.
The use of accessories or attachments15.
not recommended by the manufacturer
may result in a risk of injury to persons.
When servicing use only identical16.
replacement parts.
Only use safety equipment that has been17.
approved by an appropriate standards
agency. Unapproved safety equipment
may not provide adequate protection.
Eye protection must be ANSI-approved
and breathing protection must be
NIOSH-approved for the specic hazards
in the work area.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing18.
and use common sense when operating
a power tool. Do not use a power tool
while you are tired or under the inuence
of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
Industrial applications must follow OSHA19.
guidelines.
Maintain labels and nameplates on20.
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to21.
begin work before turning on the tool.
People with pacemakers should22.
consult their physician(s) before use.
Electromagnetic elds in close proximity
to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker
failure.
WARNING: Some dust created by power23.
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities, contains
chemicals known [to the State of
California] to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and
cement or other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber
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 lter out
microscopic particles. (California Health
& Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
WARNING: Handling the cord on this24.
product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California
to cause cancer, and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling. (California Health &
Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
The warnings, precautions, and25.
instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator
that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated
or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical
injury, particularly to the hands, arms

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and shoulders. To reduce the risk of
vibration-related injury:
Anyone using vibrating tools regularly1.
or for an extended period should rst
be examined by a doctor and then have
regular medical check-ups to ensure
medical problems are not being caused
or worsened from use. Pregnant
women or people who have impaired
blood circulation to the hand, past hand
injuries, nervous system disorders,
diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should
not use this tool. If you feel any medical
or physical symptoms related to vibration
(such as tingling, numbness, and white
or blue ngers), seek medical advice as
soon as possible.
Do not smoke during use. Nicotine2.
reduces the blood supply to the hands
and ngers, increasing the risk of
vibration-related injury.
Wear suitable gloves to reduce the3.
vibration effects on the user.
Use tools with the lowest vibration when4.
there is a choice between different
processes.
Include vibration-free periods each day5.
of work.
Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still6.
keeping safe control of it). Let the tool
do the work.
To reduce vibration, maintain the tool7.
as explained in this manual. If any
abnormal vibration occurs, stop use
immediately.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 15 A
Motor (No Load Speed) 2.4 HP (5,000 RPM)
Blade Size 10” Dia. / 5/8” Arbor
Table Dimensions 16” L x 26” W
Adjustable Rip Fence
Size 17” L x 1” W x 2” H
Max Blade Tilt 0-45° (Left Tilt Only)
2° Increments
Dust Chute 3”
Cutting Capacity 2-3/4” @ 90°
2-1/2” @ 45°
Weight 32.6 lb.
230181
Accessories Include:
1 Blade Wrench
1 Mitre Gauge
1 Push Stick
1 Rip Fence
Recommended Blade (not included):
SKU 529 - 10” / 40 Tooth Saw Blade
Recommended Mounting Stand (not included):
SKU 98000 - Folding Leg Stand
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure
that the item is intact and undamaged and
that parts shown on the Parts Lists and
Assembly Diagrams are included. If any parts
are missing or broken, please call Harbor
Freight Tools at the number shown on the
cover of this manual as soon as possible.
Note: While unpacking and before attempting
assembly; loosen the motor, remove the
two Styrofoam inserts that hold the motor
in place during packing, and retighten
motor.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUTTING
INTO USE
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION section at
the beginning of this manual
including all text under
subheadings therein before set up
or use of this product.
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool
to its “OFF” position and unplug
the tool from its electrical outlet
before assembling or making any
adjustments to the tool.
Note: For additional information regarding the
parts listed in the following pages, refer
to the Assembly Diagram near the end of
this manual.
Mounting Instructions
If mounting onto Foldable Leg Stand
(SKU 98000):
Foldable Leg Stand (SKU 98000) has1.
been designed to support this Table
Saw. Mount the Saw according to the
instructions, warnings, and precautions
available in the Foldable Leg Stand
(SKU 98000) manual.
If you are mounting Table Saw to a leg2.
stand other than SKU 98000, make
sure the stand is designed to handle
the weight of this machine, plus any
additional weight placed on it during use.
Also, make sure that the stand will match
the base of this stand properly.

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If mounting onto a bench or other
wooden surface:
Select four (4) 3/8” Bolts, eight (8) 3/8”1.
Washers, and four (4) 3/8” Nuts* (not
included).
*Screws and washers may be used
instead, if desired.
Place the Table Saw in the location it2.
will be mounted in. Make a mark in the
center of each of the 4 mounting holes.
Set the Saw aside.
WARNING! Before drilling the holes,3.
make sure that there are no electric
wires, cables, utility lines or other
obstructions in the area to be drilled in.
Drill the holes straight down, large4.
enough to allow your mounting hardware
to t.
Put the Saw in place and mount using5.
the hardware mentioned above. Tighten
all hardware securely before use.
To Install A Saw Blade
WARNING!1. Prior to installing a Saw
Blade (3), make sure the Table Saw is
disconnected from its electrical power
source. To help prevent injury, heavy
work gloves are recommended when
installing and replacing the blade.
WARNING!2. Be very careful during
blade tightening and loosening to
avoid contact with the blade.
Unscrew the two Block Pins (147)3.
located on the Guard Arm (149).
Remove the Blade Guard (146) to
expose the Saw Blade opening.
Remove the two screws (81) and remove4.
the Table Insert (82).
Turn Control Wheel (51)5.
counterclockwise to raise the motor to its
uppermost position.
Turn Lock Knob (65) counterclockwise to6.
loosen the tilt lock. Push Control Wheel
in to engage the gears and rotate it
counterclockwise to tilt the Spindle (10)
to 15 degrees.
With the Open-end Wrench (167), hold7.
the Inner Flange (4) and use the Box
Wrench (166) to loosen the Blade Nut
(1). Then remove the Blade Nut and
Outer Flange (2).
With the teeth of the Saw Blade pointing8.
towards the front, tilt the Saw Blade to
the left, lower it into the table and slide it
onto the Spindle. Slide the Outer Flange
over the Spindle (keeping the recessed
face towards the Saw Blade.)
Attach the Blade Nut and nger-tighten. 9.
Then use the Wrenches (one to hold the
Inner Flange and the second to tighten
the Nut.) WARNING! Do not overtighten.
NOTE: The Spindle has a right-hand thread
and is secured when turned in a
clockwise direction.
Once the Saw Blade (3) is secured,10.
install (or replace) the Blade Guard
(146).

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To Attach Blade Guard Assembly
WARNING! Prior to installing the1.
Blade Guard, make sure the Table
Saw is disconnected from its
electrical power source.
FIGURE B
Mounting
Post
2. Put the Blade Guard Assembly in place
over the table. The Support Base (164)
of the Guard Assembly attaches to the
mounting post shown in Figure B,
above.
FIGURE C
3. Slip the Support Base (164) over the
mounting post. Place a Spring Washer
(156) and Flat Washer (163) over the
Hex Bolt (162) and thread into the end
of the mounting post. Use the included
Hex Wrench (165) to tighten the Hex Bolt
(162). See Figure C above.
Use the Hex Wrench (165) to tighten all4.
the Hex Bolts in place along the Support
Base (164) of the Guard Assembly.
FIGURE D
BLADE
BOARD
(152)
5. To adjust the height of the Blade Guard,
loosen the Hex Bolt (160) along the
side of the Blade Board (152). Once the
screws are loosened, adjust the Blade
Board to the desired height. See Figure
D, above.
After making any adjustments to Blade6.
Guard, make sure the guard is aligned
properly and does not contact the Blade
(3).
To Attach Fence Assembly
WARNING! Prior to installing the1.
Fence, make sure the Table Saw is
disconnected from its electrical power
source.
To attach Fence (123) to Work Table2.
(86), raise the Fence Handle (132) to a
horizontal position. Slip the Front Board
(134) of the fence over the front edge of
the Table (86).

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FENCE (123)
FENCE
HANDLE (132)
BLADE GUARD
FIGURE E
LONG NUT (128)
3. Slip the Rear Plate (120) onto the top/
rear edge of the Work Table (86),
lowering the Fence Assembly all the way
onto the Table. Then, lock the Fence in
position by lowering the Fence Handle
(132) to a vertical position. See Figure
E.
Grab the end of the Fence and try to lift4.
it. If any free play is noted, very gently
turn the Long Nut (128) in a clockwise
direction while wiggling then end of the
Fence until no more give is felt. Then
turn the Long Nut another 1/8” to 1/4”.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION section at
the beginning of this manual
including all text under
subheadings therein before set up
or use of this product.
To Raise And Lower Saw Blade
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the
Table Saw to its “OFF” position
and unplug the Saw from its
electrical outlet before making
any adjustments to the height of
the Blade (3).
When cutting, the top edge of the Saw1.
Blade (3) should rise about 1/4” above
the top edge of the workpiece.
CONTROL
WHEEL
(51)
FIGURE F
LOCK KNOB
(65)
2. To increase the Blade height, turn the
Control Wheel counterclockwise. See
Figure F.
To Adjust The Saw Blade Angle
The Table Saw is capable of making cuts1.
from 45° to 90°.
The Table Saw also features an2. Angle
Scale and Angle Indicator on the front
side of the unit. See Figure F.
To adjust the angle of the Saw Blade (3),3.
unlock the Lock Knob (65) by turning
it counterclockwise. Push the Control
Wheel (51) inward to engage the gear,
then turn it until the red pointer indicates
the desired angle.
CAUTION!4. Due to its weight, the saw
Blade will lower on its own. When an
angle is set, hold the Control Wheel
stationary with one hand and tighten the
Lock Knob with the other hand.
Then, turn the Lock Knob5. clockwise to
lock the Saw Blade in position.

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ADJUSTABLE
STOP BOLT
(85)
FIGURE G
6. Note that the Adjustable Stop Bolts (85)
in the table top are used to adjust the
zero degree and 45 degree positive
stops. A 5mm hex key and a 10mm
wrench (both sold separately) are
required for adjustment.
To Adjust Width Of Cut
WARNING! DO NOT ATTEMPT TO1.
USE THE FENCE AND MITRE AT THE
SAME TIME.
The width of a cut is achieved by moving2.
the Fence (123) to the right or left.
The Table Saw features a Graduation3.
Scale on the front of the unit. The
Scale’s measurements are in both inch
and metric increments.
To position the Fence (123) for the4.
desired width of a cut, unlock the Fence
Handle (132) by raising it upward.
Place the workpiece on the Table Saw5.
against the Fence (123). Next, slide the
workpiece, and the Fence, to the right
or left until the left side of the Indicator
(136) marks on the Graduation Scale the
desired width to be cut. Then, lock the
Fence in place by lowering the Fence
Handle (132).
Proper Placement Of Hands During
Cutting Process
Review all warnings,1. especially the
Specic Safety Rules on page 6, before
performing any cutting procedure.
Always keep all guards in place and in
working order.
Use the Push Stick (168) or an Auxiliary2.
Handle (not included) only when ripping
widths of 2” to 6”. Use a Push Block (not
included) when ripping widths under 2”.
When ripping, always use the Fence3.
(123). This improves the accuracy of
the cut, and reduces the chance for Saw
Blade binding.
Never pass hands directly over the Saw4.
Blade (3) when cutting the workpiece.
Always push the workpiece into the Saw
Blade, using the Push Stick (168). See
Figure H, below.
FIGURE H
PUSH STICK
(168)
FENCE (123)
CUT LINE
WORKPIECE
BLADE (3)
BLADE GUARD
(146)
5. At the start of the cut, the left hand holds
the workpiece rmly on the Work Table
(86) and against the Fence (123), The
right hand, with the aid of the Push Stick
(168), pushes the workpiece toward the
turning Saw Blade (3). Always keep both
hands a safe distance from the spinning
Blade (3). See Figure H, above.
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After the cut is under way, use the Push6.
Stick (168) to continue guiding the
workpiece forward. Just before the cut
is near completion, move the left hand
safely away from the workpiece and the
Saw Blade (3). Then, continue pushing
workpiece into Saw Blade with Push
Stick, until the cut is complete. See
Figure H.
Once the cut is complete, continue7.
to maintain control of the workpiece.
Turn the Switch (103) to its OFF
position. Then, wait until the Saw Blade
(3) completely stops rotating before
removing the workpiece.
Table Saw Overload Protection
The Table Saw is equipped with a Circuit1.
Breaker (104). If the motor shuts off or
fails to start due to overloading (cutting
stock too fast, using a dull Saw Blade
(3), low voltage, using the Table Saw
beyond its capacity, etc.), turn the Switch
(103) to its OFF position. The Switch
is also equipped with a safety pull that
immediately triggers the circuit breaker.
Let the motor cool three to ve minutes 2.
and reconnect the safety pull before
pushing the Circuit Breaker button. This
will reset the overload device. The motor
can then be turned on again in the usual
manner.
When stacking dado blades, you should3.
be familiar with safe work practices
and follow the directions of the blade
manufacturer during dado cuts. Stacked
dado blade thickness should not exceed
0.33”. Always make sure that all mating
faces are clean and fee of sawdust and
debris.
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MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
Procedures not specically
explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualied
technician.
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION: Always disconnect
the Table Saw from its electrical
outlet before performing any
inspection, maintenance, or
cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY
FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment.
If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem
corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and
Lubrication
BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect the
general condition of the tool. Check for
loose screws, misalignment or binding of
moving parts, cracked or broken parts,
damaged electrical wiring, improper
mounting of the Saw Blade (3) and any
other condition that may affect its safe
operation.
Remove cut-off pieces and scraps2.
from the Table before starting the
Table Saw. Switch off the tool. While
the Saw Blade (3) is completely stopped;
unplug the machine, remove the Blade
following the instructions on pages 11
and 12, and remove all debris. With a
brush, soft cloth, or vacuum, remove all
sawdust from the Table Saw.
Allowing sawdust, scraps, or other
debris to accumulate can cause a re,
resulting in severe personal injury or
property damage.
Do not use solvents to wipe off the3.
Table Saw, as damage may result. If
necessary, wipe with a damp cloth. You
may use a mild detergent.
Do not introduce water into the
electric motor through the motor
vents.
Once clean, lubricate all moving parts4.
with a light oil.
When storing, keep the Table Saw5.
covered with a cloth cover.
WARNING!6. If the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be
replaced only by a qualied service
technician.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING
CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS
PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY.
NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY
KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT
HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF
THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR
DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS
AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN
BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND
NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK
AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS
TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT
PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER
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MOTOR ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST (PARTS 1-30)
NO. PART NAME QTY
1 Blade Nut 1
2 Outer Flange 1
3 Blade (not included) 1
4 Inner Flange 1
5 Gear Box Cover 1
6 Bushing 1
7 Bearing 1
8 C-Ring 1
9 Key 1
10 Spindle 1
11 Gear 1
12 Bearing 1
13 C-Ring 1
14 Gear Box 1
15 Gasket 1
16 Bearing 1
17 Rotor 1
18 Bearing 1
19 Screw 2
20 Stator 1
21 Flat Washer 8
22 Spring Washer 11
23 Screw 6
24 Motor Housing 1
25 Wire Connector 1
26 Carbon Brush 2
27 Brush Holder 2
28 Strain Relief 1
29 Rear Cover 1
30 Screw 3
1
2
3
4
5
23
22
30
29 28
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
22
21

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TABLE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM AND PARTS (PARTS 31-119)
NO. PART NAME QTY
31 Pin 1
32 Screw 1
33 Pin 1
34 Link Plate 1
35 Lock Nut 14
36 Adjustment Support 1
37 Nut 2
38 Adjustment Pin 1
39 Bolt 2
40 Support Board A 1
41 Scale Board 1
42 Screw 2
43 Nut 2
44 Indicator 1
45 Block Plate 1
46 Finger Board 1
47 Wave Washer 5
48 Spring 1
49 Adjustment Bolt 2
50 Pin 1
51 Control wheel 1
52 Nut 2
53 Wheel label 1
54 Wheel handle 1
55 Screw 1
56 Gear washer 1
57 Flat washer 4
58 Screw 1
59 Lock washer 12
60 Bolt 3
NO. PART NAME QTY
61 Shaft Tube 3
62 Screw 1
63 Large Nut 4
64 Washer Plate 1
65 Lock Knob 1
66 Screw 4
67 Spring Washer 16
68 Support Board B 1
69 Flat Washer 5
70 Spring Pin 3
71 Nut 3
72 Spring 1
73 Flat Washer 1
74 Nut 1
75 Pivot Rod 1
76 Underlay 1
77 Screw 1
78 Rear Axis 1
79 Plate 1
80 Screw 1
81 Screw 2
82 Table Insert 1
83 Washer 1
84 Screw 1
85 Adjustable Stop Bolts 2
86 Work Table 1
87 Bolt 1
88 Gear Washer 1
89 Hex Screw 1
90 Press Plate 6
NO. PART NAME QTY
91 Scale Label 1
92 Rivet 3
93 Screw 11
94 Spring Plate 2
95 Fence Base 2
96 Base 1
97 Data Label 1
98 Inner Plate 1
99 Screw 9
100 Gear Plate 1
101 Screw 8
102 Switch Base 2
103 Switch 12
104 Circuit Breaker 3
105 Breaker Nut 3
106 Switchbox 1
107 Dustproof Ring 1
108 Wire Holder 1
109 Screw 2
110 Strain Relief 1
111 Rubber Grommet 1
112 Dust Port Cover 1
113 Screw 2
114 Nut 1
115 Mitre Gauge Storage 1
116 Spring Plate 1
117 Spring Washer 2
118 Screw 1
119 Rubber Foot 4

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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LIST (PARTS 120-169)
NO. PART NAME QTY
120 Rear Plate 1
121 Spring 1
122 Spring Defence Board 1
123 Fence 1
124 Bolt 1
125 Hex Bolt 2
126 Washer Plate 1
127 Fence Support 1
128 Long Nut 2
129 Spring Pin 1
130 Bias Wheel 2
131 Pin 1
132 Fence Handle 1
133 Pin 1
134 Front Board 1
135 Screw 1
136 Indicator 1
137 Pin 1
138 Guide Ruler 1
139 Gauge Pointer 1
140 Spring Washer 1
141 Screw 1
142 Mitre Gauge 1
143 Angle Bolt 1
144 Lock Knob 1
145 Knob Cover 1
146 Blade Guard 1
147 Block Pin 2
148 Spring Washer 2
149 Guard Arm 1
150 Bush 2
151 Spring 2
152 Follow blade Board 1
153 Anti-kickback Lever 2
154 Bolt 1
155 Bolt 2
156 Spring Washer 6
157 Block Bushing - R 1
158 Spring Pin 1
159 Block Bushing - L 1
160 Hex Bolt 6
161 Press Plate 1
162 Hex Bolt 1
163 Flat Washer 1
164 Support Base 1
165 Hex Wrench 1
166 Wrench 1
167 Open ended wrench 1
168 Push stick 4
169 Power cord 1
FENCE ASSEMBLY
MITRE GAUGE ASSEMBLY
BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY

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Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available
individually as replacement parts.
LIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of one year
from date of purchase that the tank is free of defects in materials and workmanship (90 days
if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment). Harbor Freight Tools
also warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of ninety days from date of purchase,
that all other parts and components of the product are free from defects in materials and
workmanship. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse,
abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, normal wear and
tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or
property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS
EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint
must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we will either repair or
replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot
readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our
expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not
within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.