Delta RT-40 User manual

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RT -40
Sierra de eje con
inclinación hacia la
izquierda de 355 y
406 mm (14”/16”)
RT -40
355 y 406 mm
14 po/16 po
Scie circulaire
articulée à gauche
RT-40 14"/16"
Left Tilting
Arbor Saw
Instruction Manual
Manuel d’utilisation
Manual de instrucciones
36-790
FRANÇAIS (27) ESPAÑOL (52)
A26301 - 03-10-08
Copyright © 2006, 2008 Delta Machinery
INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS
DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA.
LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO
ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Some dust created by power 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andothermasonryproducts,and
• 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, always wear NIOSH/OSHA
approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 2
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS ......................... 2
GENERAL SAFETY RULES ........................................... 3
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES .................... 4
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ....................................... 7
CARTON CONTENTS ................................................... 7
ASSEMBLY ..................................................................... 8
OPERATION ................................................................... 15
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................... 25
MAINTENANCE.............................................................. 25
SERVICE......................................................................... 26
ACCESSORIES............................................................... 26
WARRANTY.................................................................... 26
FRANÇAIS ...................................................................... 27
ESPAÑOL........................................................................ 52
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY
and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or
equipment. Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury. Improper operation,
maintenance, or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage. Our
tools and equipment are designed for certain applications. DO NOT modify and/or use this product for any
application other than that for which it was designed.
If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have written Delta Machinery and we
have advised you. Contact us online at www.deltaportercable.com or by mail at Technical Service Manager, Delta Machinery,
4825 Highway 45 North, Jackson, TN 38305. In Canada,125 Mural St. Suite 300, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1M4)
Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the following sources:
 • PowerToolInstitute,1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851or online at www.powertoolinstitute.org
 • NationalSafetyCouncil, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201
 • AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute, 25 West 43rd Street, 4 floor, New York, NY 10036 www.ansi.org - ANSI 01.1 Safety
Requirements for Woodworking Machines
 • U.S.DepartmentofLabor regulations www.osha.gov
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE.
Learning the machine’s application, limitations, and
specific hazards will greatly minimize the possibility of
accidents and injury.
2. WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION. ALWAYS
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT
safety glasses. USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1
standards. Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI
S3.19 standards.
3. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip protective
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
4. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT. The use of power tools in damp or wet
locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep
your work area well-lit to prevent tripping or placing arms,
hands, and fingers in danger.
5. MAINTAIN ALL TOOLS AND MACHINES IN PEAK
CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Poorly maintained tools and machines can further
damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
6. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the machine,
check for any damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or any other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced with Delta or factory
authorized replacement parts. Damaged parts can cause
further damage to the machine and/or injury.
7. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Your shop is a
potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors can
be injured.
9. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position before
plugging in the power cord. In the event of a power failure,
move the switch to the “OFF” position. An accidental start-
up can cause injury. Do not touch the plug’s metal prongs
when unplugging or plugging in the cord.
10. USE THE GUARDS. Check to see that all guards are in
place, secured, and working correctly to prevent injury.
11. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE. Tools, scrap pieces,
and other debris can be thrown at high speed, causing
injury.
12. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Don’t force a machine or
an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.
13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta
may cause damage to the machine or injury to the user.
14. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 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. See the Extension Cord Chart for the correct
size depending on the cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller
the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
15. SECURE THE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to
hold the workpiece when practical. Loss of control of a
workpiece can cause injury.
16. FEED THE WORKPIECE AGAINST THE DIRECTION OF
THE ROTATION OF THE BLADE, CUTTER, OR ABRASIVE
SURFACE. Feeding it from the other direction will cause
the workpiece to be thrown out at high speed.
17. DON’T FORCE THE WORKPIECE ON THE MACHINE.
Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.
18. DON’T OVERREACH. Loss of balance can make you fall
into a working machine, causing injury.
19. NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE. Injury could occur if the
tool tips, or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
20.NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the machine until it
comes to a complete stop. A child or visitor could be injured.
21. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE
MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE before installing
or removing accessories, changing cutters, adjusting or
changing set-ups. When making repairs, be sure to lock
the start switch in the “OFF” position. An accidental start-
up can cause injury.
22. MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF WITH
PADLOCKS, MASTER SWITCHES, OR BY REMOVING
STARTER KEYS. The accidental start-up of a machine by
a child or visitor could cause injury.
23. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND
USE COMMON SENSE. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE
WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE
OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in injury.
24. USE OF THIS TOOL CAN GENERATE
AND DISBURSE DUST OR OTHER AIRBORNE
PARTICLES, INCLUDING WOOD DUST, CRYSTALLINE
SILICA DUST AND ASBESTOS DUST. Direct particles
away from face and body. Always operate tool in well
ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use
dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure to
the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory
or other injury, including silicosis (a serious lung disease),
cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid
prolonged contact with dust. Allowing dust to get into
your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote
absorption of harmful material. Always use properly fitting
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate
for the dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap
and water.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.

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FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is assembled
and installed according to the instructions.
2. OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR, instructor,
or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the
operation of this machine.
3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended
electrical connections.
4. ALWAYS USE GUARDS, SPLITTER, AND ANTI-
KICKBACK PAWLS whenever possible, including through
sawing. Check to see that they are in place, secured and
working correctly. Test the anti-kickback pawl action before
ripping by pushing the wood under the anti-kickback teeth.
The teeth must prevent the wood from being thrown toward
the front of the saw.
5. CUTTING THE WORKPIECE WITHOUT THE USE OF A
FENCE OR MITER GAUGE IS KNOWN AS “FREEHAND”
CUTTING. NEVER perform “free-hand” operations. Use
either the fence or miter gauge to position and guide the
workpiece.
6. HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY against the miter gauge
or fence.
7. CUTTING COMPLETELY THROUGH THE WORKPIECE
IS KNOWN AS “THROUGH-SAWING”. Ripping and cross-
cutting are through-sawing operations. Cutting with the
grain is ripping. Use a fence or fence system for ripping.
NEVER use a miter gauge for ripping. Use push sticks for
ripping a narrow workpiece. Cutting across the grain is
cross-cutting. Never use a fence or fence system for cross-
cutting. Instead, use a miter gauge.
8. KICKBACK IS THE NATURAL TENDENCY OF THE
WORKPIECE TO BE THROWN BACK AT THE OPERATOR
when the workpiece initially contacts the blade or if the
workpiece pinches the blade. Kickback is dangerous and
can result in serious injury.
AVOID KICKBACK by:
A. keeping blade sharp and free of rust and pitch.
B. keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade.
C. using saw blade guard and splitter for every possible
operation, including all through sawing.
D. keeping splitter aligned with sawblade.
E. keeping the anti-kickback pawls in place and
sharpened.
F. pushing the workpiece past the saw blade prior to
release.
G. never ripping a workpiece that is twisted or warped,
or does not have a straight edge to guide along the
fence.
H. using featherboards when the anti-kickback device or
the guard and splitter cannot be used.
I. never sawing a large workpiece that cannot be
controlled.
J. never using the fence as a guide when crosscutting.
K. never sawing a workpiece with loose knots, flaws, nails
or other foreign objects.
L. never ripping a workpiece shorter than 10”.
SOME MATERIALS ARE TOO HARD
AND SLIPPERY FOR THE ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS
TO BE EFFECTIVE. Plastic and compositions (like
hardboard) may be cut on your saw, but be especially
attentive to following proper set-up and cutting
procedures to prevent any kickbacks when cutting
these materials.
9. USE THE CORRECT SAWBLADE FOR THE INTENDED
OPERATION. The blade must rotate toward the front of the
saw. Always tighten the blade arbor nut securely. Before use,
inspect the blade for cracks or missing teeth. Do not use a
damaged blade.
10. NEVER USE ABRASIVE WHEELS on this saw.
11. DO NOT CUT METAL WITH THIS SAW.
12. REMOVE CUT-OFF PIECES AND SCRAPS from the
table before starting the saw. The vibration of the machine
may cause them to move into the saw blade and be
thrown out.
13. CUT-OFF PIECES CAN BE THROWN BACK AT THE
OPERATOR. For large cut-off pieces, use a push stick to
push the piece past the blade and off the back of the saw
table. Do not reach across sawblade. Be careful that small
pieces do not contact the blade.
14. NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW BLADE
WITHOUT FIRST TURNING THE MACHINE OFF. If a
workpiece or cut-off piece becomes trapped inside the
guard, turn saw off and wait for blade to stop before lifting
the guard and removing the piece.
15. NEVER START THE MACHINE with the workpiece
against the blade.
16. NEVER run the workpiece between the fence and a
moulding cutterhead.
17. KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the
blade. Use a push stick to push small workpieces
through the saw. A push stick is a small wooden stick,
usually homemade, that should be used whenever the
size or shape of the workpiece would cause you to
place your hands within six inches of the blade. See
“CONSTRUCTING A PUSH STICK” in the back of this
manual for guidance on making your own.
18. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause a hand to
move into the blade.
19. NEVER have any part of your body in line with the path of
the saw blade.
20. NEVER REACH AROUND or over the saw blade.
21. PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG (3 feet or longer) OR
WIDE (36” or wider) WORKPIECES. If extension tables
wider than 24” are attached to the saw, bolt the saw
stand to the floor, or use a sturdy outrigger support to
prevent tipping.
22. PREVENT MOTION OF THE SAW WHILE IN USE. If
the mobility kit is installed, lower the foot pedal and level
the feet so the saw does not rock, walk, slide or tip. If
necessary, secure the stand to the floor.
23. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, assembly or set-up work
on the table/work area when the machine is running.
24. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND DISCONNECT
THE MACHINE from the power source before installing
or removing accessories, changing the sawblade, or
adjusting or changing set-ups. Lock switch in the “OFF”
position when making repairs.
25. CLEAN THE TABLE/WORK AREA BEFORE LEAVING
THE MACHINE. Lock the switch in the “OFF” position to
prevent unauthorized use.
26. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and
proper operation of power tools (i.e. a safety video)
is available from the Power Tool Institute, 1300
Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851 (www.
powertoolinstitute.com). Information is also available from
the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca,
IL 60143-3201. Please refer to the American National
Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for
Woodworking Machines and the U.S. Department of
Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.

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MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
Model 36-790 is equipped with a 7.5 HP three phase motor prewired for 230 V, 60 Hz power. The unit can be reconfigured
for 208 V or 460 V, 60 Hz operation.
POWER CONNECTIONS
To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing
accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause severe injury.
Model 36-790 is not equipped with a power supply cord and is intended to be permanently connected to the power source. All
electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician in accordance with the National Electric Code and all local
codes and ordinances. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE POWER BEFORE SERVICING.
Fig. A1
Fig. A2 Fig. A3
Fig. A4 Fig. A5
NOTES FOR THE ELECTRICIAN
Use a three-conductor hard-service or junior hard-service
minimum #10 AWG flexible cord with ground to connect the
machine to a protected branch circuit suitable for a 7.5HP,
208-230/460 V three-phase induction motor. The motor
is pre-wired for operation with 208-230 V, 60Hz power.
Connect L1, L2 and L3 to the terminal blocks marked R, S
and T (Fig. A1) and the earthing conductor to the terminal.
Torque the terminal block screws to 4.5-7.0 lb.in. Jog the
power switch and check for proper blade rotation (curvature
of blade should spin towards front of tool). Interchange any
two line leads to reverse.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This machine must be grounded while in
use to protect the operator from electric shock.
This tool should be connected to a grounded metal
permanent wiring system; or to a system having an
equipment-grounding conductor. Terminate the connecting
cord earthing conductor in the (earth or ground) terminal
of the terminal block. Make certain the other end is securely
bonded to the branch circuit ground.
460 VOLT OPERATION
This unit may be configured to operate from a 460V, 60Hz
source.
(A) Reconnect the motor for 460 V according to motor
nameplate wiring diagram.
B) Change the transformer primary voltage tap from
Terminal 3 (230 V) to Terminal 4 (460 V) (Fig. A2).
(C) Replace the 15-23 A overload with 8-12 A overload set
to 9A trip (Fig. A3).
Torque the overload and contactor terminal screws to 14.2 -
26.6 lb.in. Set the overload to ‘auto’ reset.
208 VOLT OPERATION
The unit is usable from 208 V, 60Hz supply provided
the overload trip current (Fig. A5) is set to 20 A and the
transformer primary voltage tap is changed from terminal ‘3’
to terminal ‘2’ (208 V) (Fig. A4).

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To reduce the risk of serious injury, electrocution, or property damage do not attempt to make
any electrical connections on this machine. This diagram is provided only for use by a qualified electrician.
C
1
COM
5
COM
6
24V
4
3
2
460V
230V
208V
Connect as per line voltage
NRST
M
2T 1
4T 2
6T 3
4N
O
3N
O
A2
A1
T1 T2 T3
456
95
NC
96
NC
1L 1
3L 2
5L 3
Connection made by user
TR
OL OL
CB
b0 b1
COMPONENTS
b 0
Off Switch
b 1
On Switch
C
Contactor
CB
Circuit Breaker
M
Motor
OL
Overload
Terminal Block
C
C
TR Transformer

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FOREWORD FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The Delta Industrial Model 36-790 14" Tilting Arbor Saw includes a magnetic starter with Low-Voltage Control (LVC)
and automatic reset thermal overload, Biesemeyer® Commercial Fence System, guide bar, miter gage, 43" x 59" table
with two extension wings and fence support extension. A 16” blade can also be used to increase the capacity of the
cut. The maximum depth of cut with 14" blade is 4-1/2" (114 mm) and with a 16" blade it is 5-1/2" (140 mm). At a 45°
angle, the maximum thickness of cut with a 14" blade is 3-1/8" (79 mm) and is 4-1/8" (105 mm) with a 16" bade.
NOTICE: The photo on the manual cover illustrates the current production model. All other illustrations contained in
the manual are representative only and may not depict the actual labeling or accessories included. These are intended
to illustrate technique only.
CARTON CONTENTS
1. Rip Fence Support Bracket
2. Blade Guard
3. Table Extension Wings
4. Splitter
5. Splitter Mounting Bracket
6. Miter Gauge
7. Stop Rod Assembly
8. 17mm & 19mm Open-End Wrench
9. M10 x 35mm Hex-Head Bolt
10. M6 Nut
11. M8 x 25mm Hex Head Bolt
12. 8mm Flat Washers
13. M10 Flat Washers
14. M6 x 20mm Hex-Head Bolts
15. Handle
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
910
12
14
13
15

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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED
ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE
* 17mm and 19mm open end wrench (supplied)
* Blade wrench (supplied)
Assembly for this machine takes approximately 2-3 hours.
1. Front Rail
2. Guide Tube
3. Fence Assembly
4. 1/2"-13 x 2" Flat Head Bolts
5. 5/16" Hex Wrench
6. 1/2" Flat Washer
7. 1/2"-13 Hex Nuts
8. Lockwasher
9. Retaining Nut
10. Lockwasher
11. Retaining Nut Bolt
1
2
3
45
6
7
11
9
8
10
UNPACKING AND CLEANING
Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the rust-preventative oil from
unpainted surfaces using a soft cloth moistened with mineral spirits, paint thinner or denatured alcohol.
Do not use highly volatile solvents such as gasoline, naphtha, acetone or lacquer thinner for cleaning your
machine.
After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household floor paste wax.
To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and remov-
ing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

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IMPORTANT - Before assembling this machine, remove
the two bolts (A) Fig. 1 and the red shipping strap (B).
This bracket protects the motor during shipment.
AB
Fig. 1
HOW TO ATTACH THE TABLE EXTENSION WINGS
This machine is supplied with two table extension wings.
Attach the extension wing with the two tapped holes (A)
Fig. 4 to the right side of the machine.
HOW TO ATTACH THE HANDLE TO THE ELEVATOR MECHANISM
Insert the threaded end of the handle (A) Fig. 2 in the
threaded hole of the elevator wheel (B) and tighten it
securely by turning it clockwise.
The table extension wings are very heavy.
Use a lifting device (Fig. 3) to lift and hold the extension
table in place during installation.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
A
B

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Attach the extension wing to the saw with three M10 x 35mm hex-head bolts (A) Fig. 5.
Note: Loosely tighten the bolts for further adjustment.
Place a straight-edge (A) Fig. 6 on the saw (B) and the extension table (C) over the first bolt to check the level. When
the two are level, tighten the bolt. Do the same with the far bolt. Tighten all hardware securely.
Install the other extension wing in the same manner.
A
A
BC
HOW TO ATTACH THE RIP FENCE SUPPORT BRACKET
A
B
Attach the rip fence support bracket (A) Fig. 7 to the saw (B) with two M8 x 35mm hex-head bolts (C) Fig. 7.
Note: Loosely tighten the bolts for further adjustment.
Place a straight-edge on the saw (B) and the fence support bracket (A) to check the level. When the two are level,
tighten the bolts. Tighten all hardware securely.
B
A
HOW TO ATTACH A SAW BLADE
NOTE: No blade is supplied with this saw.
1, Remove the table insert and raise the saw arbor to its
full height by turning the elevation handwheel.
NOTE: Turn the arbor bolt clockwise to loosen.
2. Use the provided blade wrench to remove the arbor
bolt (A), the retainer (B), the spacer (C), and the blade
flange (D).
NOTE: Leave the inside blade flange (E) on the arbor.
NOTE: Press the lock button (A) Fig. 11 to prevent the
arbor from rotating.
A
A
B
C
D
E
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
Fig. 9
C

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3. Place the saw blade (A) Fig. 10 with the teeth pointing down toward the front of the saw, against the interior blade
flange (B).
4. Add the exterior blade flange (C ), the spacer (D ), the retainer (E ), and the arbor bolt (F).
5. Press down on the arbor lock button (A) Fig. 11 and securely tighten the arbor bolt by turning it counter-clockwise.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
A
B
C
D
E
F
HOW TO ATTACH THE BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: The width of the blade determines the correct position of the splitter on the splitter mounting bracket.
1. Loosen the two bolts (A) Fig. 12.
NOTE: Three sizes of individual spacers are located on the splitter mounting bracket.
2. Place a straight edge (A) Fig. 13 against the back of the blade. Align the blade with the splitter.
3. Place the splitter where indicated inside the spacers of the splitter mounting bracket.
NOTE: Position the splitter approximately 1/8" above the table surface.
4. Use the arbor wrench (A) Fig. 14 as a spacer. Place it between the splitter (B) and the table surface (C). Tighten the
two bolts (A) Fig. 12.
5. Use the four M6 x 20mm hex-head screws (A) Fig. 15, the eight flat washers, and four hex nuts to attach the splitter
bracket (C) Fig. 15 to the splitter (D).
6. Use the two M6 x 25mm hex-head bolts (B) Fig. 15, four flat washers, and two hex nuts to attach the splitter bracket
assembly to the clamp.
NOTE: Loosely tighten the bolts for further adjustment.
A
Fig. 12 Fig. 13
Fig. 14 Fig. 15
A
A
A
C
BAB
C
D

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6. Lower the blade and attach the table insert (A) Fig.
16 to the saw table. Use a straight edge (B) to see if
the table insert (A) is level with the table surface (C).
Level the table insert by turning the necessary hex
bolts at (D).
7. Use the arbor wrench as a spacer to adjust the
height of the anti-kickback finger (A) Fig. 17. Place
the wrench under the anti-kickback finger, loosen the
screw (B) and adjust the cam (C) so that the anti-
kickback finger (A) is pointing to the rear and not
touching the table. Adjust the other kickback finger
in the same manner.
IMPORTANT: Rotate the blade-beveling handle until
the blade is at the 45° bevel position. Check the anti-
kickback finger to see that it is not touching the table.
8. Use a straight-edge (A) Fig. 18 to see if the splitter
(B) is aligned with the blade (C). Tighten the mounting
bolts.
9. Remove the two bolts (A) Fig. 19 from the top of the
splitter (B) Attach the guard basket assembly Fig. 20
to the splitter with the two bolts.
Fig. 16
A
B
C
D
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
A
B
C
A
B
C
Fig. 19
A
Fig. 20
D
B

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HOW TO ATTACH THE RIP FENCE GUIDE RAIL
1. Use three (3) 1/2-13 X 2" flat-head bolts, flat washers, lockwashers, and hex nuts (A) Fig. 21 to attach the guide rail
to the front of the saw table (Fig. 22). Loosely tighten with the supplied hex wrench for further adjustment.
2. Use the template (A) Fig. 23 that is supplied with the
fence system to check and adjust the level of the
front rail (B) to both ends of the saw table. Tighten
the guide rail hardware securely.
NOTE: Do NOT level the rail with the extension wing. Use
the saw table.
3. Place the guide tube (A) Fig. 24 on the saw table.
Align the nine (9) threaded holes with the holes in the
front ledge.
4. Position the guide tube on the front rail. Secure the
guide tube with nine (9) 1/2" hex-head bolts and
lockwashers.
6. Insert a bolt (A ) Fig. 26 up through the hole (B ) at
the extreme right end of the guide tube. Thread the
retaining nut (C ) on the bolt (see the inset - Fig. 26)
NOTE: This retaining nut prevents the fence from falling
off the end of the guide rail.
IMPORTANT: Before applying power to the saw, en-
sure that the rip fence is parallel to the miter gauge
slot. Refer to the section "HOW TO OPERATE AND
ADJUST THE RIP FENCE".
Fig. 21 Fig. 22
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
Fig. 25 Fig. 26
A
A
B
A
AB
C
5. Place the rip fence on the guide rail.

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HOW TO ATTACH THE MITER GAUGE AND STOP-ROD ASSEMBLY
1. Insert the miter gauge bar (A) Fig. 27 in the T-Slot of the saw table. The t-slot miter gauge bar will prevent the miter
gauge from falling when it is extended beyond the table surface.
2. Loosen the lock knob (A) Fig. 28 and insert the end of the stop rod (D) in the hole on the side of the miter gauge
body.
3. Tighten the lock knob (A) Fig. 28.
Fig. 27
AA
Fig. 28
OPERATION
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
The start/stop switch is located at the front of the machine.
To start the machine, push the green button (A). To stop the
machine, push the large red button (B).
A
B
HOW TO START AND STOP THE MACHINE
This machine will shut the motor down because of overloading
or low voltage.
If the machine shuts down, let it cool for about five minutes,
then push the green start button.
IMPORTANT: If the saw shuts off frequently, have a qualified
electrician find the problem and correct it.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION
HOW TO CHANGE THE BLADE
Shut off the power source to the machine.
1. Remove the blade guard and the table insert.
NOTE: Remove the splitter assembly ONLY if the thickness of the replacement blade is different from the original blade.
2. Raise the blade to its fullest height.
3. Push the arbor lock button down and use the provided arbor wrench to remove the arbor bolt. Turn the wrench
toward the front of the saw.
4. Position the new blade on the saw arbor. Replace the blade flange, the space, the retainer, and the arbor bolt.
5. Push the arbor lock button down, and tighten the blade assembly by turning the wrench toward the rear of the
saw.
6. Replace the table insert and the blade guard. If you removed the splitter assembly, replace it.
NOTE: If the new blade is of a different thickness from the old blade, refer to "HOW TO ATTACH THE BLADE GUARD
AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY" for proper placement of the splitter.
Fig. 29
Fig. 30 Fig. 31
D

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HOW TO RAISE AND LOWER THE BLADE
To raise the blade, loosen the locking knob (A) Fig. 38 and rotate the handwheel (B) clockwise.
To lower the blade, loosen the locking knob and rotate the handwheel counter-clockwise.
Lock the blade at any height with the locking knob (A) Fig. 38.
IMPORTANT: Lock the blade before applying power to the saw.
HOW TO TILT THE BLADE
Loosen the locking knob (A) Fig. 39 and rotate the handwheel (B) clockwise.
Lock the blade at any angle with the locking knob (A) Fig. 37.
IMPORTANT: Lock the blade before applying power to the saw.
HOW TO ATTACH A 16" BLADE
1. Remove the blade guard and the table insert.
2. Raise the blade to its fullest height.
3. Push the arbor lock button down and use the provided arbor wrench to remove the arbor bolt. Turn the wrench
toward the front of the saw.
4. Remove the plates (A) Fig. 33.
5. Remove the two bolts (A) Fig. 34 and take off the splitter bracket.
6. Remove the guard (A) Fig. 35 and wooden block (A) Fig. 36.
7. Position the new blade on the saw arbor. Replace the blade flange, the space, the retainer, and the arbor bolt.
8. Replace the guard and block.
9. Replace the plates with the short area toward the blade (Fig. 37). The holes in the plate are cut off center.
10. Push the arbor lock button down, and tighten the blade assembly by turning the wrench toward the rear of the
saw.
11. Replace the table insert and the splitter assembly.
Fig.32 Fig. 33
Fig. 34
Fig. 35
Fig. 38 Fig. 39
Short
area
A
A
A
A
Fig. 36 Fig. 37
AB
A
B

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HOW TO ADJUST THE POSITIVE STOPS
This machine has positive stops that will allow you to quickly and accurately position the blade at 90° and 45° to the
table. To check and adjust the positive stops:
1. Raise the blade to its fullest height.
2. Position a square (A) Fig. 40 against the blade and the table to check the angle.
3. If the blade is not 90° to the table, remove the lock screw located inside the hole (B) and slightly loosen the adjust-
ment screw located underneath the lock screw. Rotate the tilting handwheel until the blade is at the correct angle.
Tighten the adjustment screw until it bottoms. Replace the lock screw. Check the angle of tilt indicator on the hand-
wheel is pointing to "0". If not, adjust it.
4. Tilt the blade as far as it will go by turning the tilting handwheel counter-clockwise.
5. Position a square (A) Fig. 41 against the blade and the table to check the angle.
6. If the blade is not 45° to the table, remove the lock screw located inside the hole (C) and slightly loosen the adjust-
ment screw located underneath the lock screw. Rotate the tilting handwheel until the blade is 45° to the table. Tighten
the adjustment screw until it bottoms. Replace the lock screw.
HOW TO OPERATE AND ADJUST THE RIP FENCE
To move the fence along the guide rail, lift the clamp lever (Fig. 42).
To lock the fence in position, push down on the clamp lever (Fig. 43).
NOTE: The clamp lever will remain in the "up" position when you move the fence.
The distance the fence is positioned from the blade is
indicated by the witness line (A) Fig. 44 on the cursor.
To adjust the cursor, test cut a workpiece with the fence
locked in position. Measure the width of the workpiece.
Loosen the two screws (B), adjust the cursor until the
witness line (B) is aligned with the previous measure-
ment. Tighten the screws.
Fig. 40 Fig. 41
Fig. 42 Fig. 43
Fig. 44
A
B
A
C
A
B

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HOW TO ADJUST THE FENCE PARALLEL TO THE MITER GAUGE SLOTS
IMPORTANT: Be certain that the miter gauge slots are parallel with the blade before adjusting the fence.
Move the fence (A) Fig. 45 until the bottom edge is aligned with the edge of one of the miter gauge slots and lock it in
place with the lock clamp (B). If the fence is not parallel to the slot, raise the lock clamp, and lift the fence off of the
guide tube. Use a 3/16" hex wrench (not supplied) to tighten or loosen the adjustment screw (either C or D) Fig. 46 that
applies.
IMPORTANT: Any necessary adjustments should be very small.
HOW TO ADJUST THE CLAMP HANDLE
When the clamp handle is in the "down" position (Fig.
47), the fence will lock to the guide tube. If this is not the
case, lift the clamp handle and raise the fence assembly
off of the guide tube. Slightly tighten the two adjusting
screws (D) and (E) an equal amount, using a 3/16" hex
wrench. Replace the fence assembly and check for cor-
rect clamping. Repeat as necessary.
IMPORTANT: After adjustment of the clamp handle, re-
check to see that the fence and miter gauge slots are
parallel.
HOW TO ADJUST THE MITER GAUGE AND STOP RODS
You can adjust the miter gauge (A) Fig. 48 right and left by loosening the locking handle (B), pushing down on lever, and
rotating the miter gauge body. Lock the body in position with the locking handle (B)
You can adjust the stop rods (D) Fig. 49 by loosening the set screw (E) or loosening the knob (F). The stop rods can be
removed by loosening the knob (G).
Fig. 45
A
BFig. 46
CD
Fig. 48
Fig. 49
B
E
D
F
G
Fig. 47
EF
A

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DUST CHUTE
This machine is equipped with a 3-1/2" O.D. dust chute (Fig.
50) that easily adapts to a central dust collection system.
HOW TO CHANGE SPEEDS AND ADJUST BELT TENSION
This saw has a double V-belt drive that provides blade speeds of 3000 and 4500 RPM. To achieve the faster speeds, place the
belts on the largest steps of the motor pulley and the smallest steps of the arbor pulley.
1. Position the blade in the 90° position and lower the blade about two turns.
2. Loosen the bolt (A) Fig. 51 and remove the bolt (B).
3. Place a block of wood (C) Fig. 51A between the motor and the inside of the saw cabinet. Lower the motor against
the block of wood until the belt tension is released.
4. Position the belts on the motor and spindle pulleys and raise the blade. The weight of the motor is sufficient to
provide proper tension.
5. Tighten the bolt (A). Replace and tighten the bolt (B).
MACHINE USE
Common sawing operations include ripping and crosscutting plus a few other standard operations. As with all power machines,
a certain amount of hazard is involved with the operation and use of the machine. Using the machine with the respect and
caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or
completely ignored, personal injury can result. The following information describes the safe and proper method for performing
the most common sawing operations.
The use of attachments and accessories not recommended be Delta may result in injury.
Never operate the saw without the proper table insert for the saw blade or cutter installed.
Fig. 50
Fig. 51A
Shut off the power source to the machine.
Fig. 51
C
AB

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QUICK OPERATIONS CHECKLIST
Before using the saw each time, verify the following:
1, The blade is tight.
2. The bevel angle and height lock-knobs are tight.
3. If ripping, ensure that the fence lock lever is tight and that the fence is parallel to the blade.
4. If crosscutting, ensure that the miter gauge knob is tight.
5. Proper eye, hearing, and respiratory equipment are being used.
6. The blade guard is properly attached and the anti-kickback pawls are functioning.
Failure to adhere to these common safety rules can greatly increase the likelihood of injury.
The blade guard assembly provided with
Delta saws (Fig. 52) must be used for all through-sawing
operations. The splitter prevents the kerf from closing and
binding the blade, causing kickback. The anti-kickback pawls
(A) Fig. 52 prevent the workpiece and the cut-off piece from
being thrown back at the operator. The guard prevents dust
and debris from being thrown at the operator. To use the guard
properly:
1. Make sure that the splitter is aligned with the blade
as described in the section “BLADE GUARD AND
SPLITTER ASSEMBLY AND ALIGNMENT.”
2. Replace or sharpen the anti-kickback pawls when they
become dull.
3. Keep the guard clean.
4. Use caution when feeding workpieces that may catch
on the guard and cause a bind, or force the guard into
the blade (such as when cutting moulding).
BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER USE
A
Fig. 52
CROSS-CUTTING
Cross-cutting requires the use of the miter gauge to position and guide the work. Before starting the cut, raise the blade so that
it is about 1/8” (3.2mm) higher than the top of the workpiece. Place the work against the miter gauge and advance both the
gauge and work toward the saw blade (Fig. 53). You can use the miter gauge in either table slot. Start the cut slowly and hold
the work firmly against the miter gauge and the table. Keep both hands on the miter gauge and workpiece. Do not touch the
cut-off piece. Feed the workpiece steadily through the blade until the workpiece is completely cut. Shift the workpiece slightly
sideways away from the blade, then pull the workpiece and miter gauge back to the starting position. Remove the workpiece,
then use a push stick to push the cut-off piece past the blade and off the table before beginning the next cut.
For added safety and convenience, you can attach an auxiliary wood-facing (C) Fig. 54 to the miter gauge. This facing should
be at least 1" higher than the maximum depth of cut, and should extend out 12" or more to one side or the other depending
on which miter gauge slot is used. Attach this auxiliary wood-facing (C) to the front of the miter gauge by using two wood
screws with a washer through the slots provided in the miter gauge body.
Fig. 53 Fig. 54

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When cross-cutting a number of pieces to the same length,
clamp a block of wood (B) to the fence and use it as a cut-
off gauge (Fig. 55). The block (B) must be at least 3/4" thick
to prevent the cut-off piece from binding between the blade
and the fence during removal from the saw table. Always
position this block of wood in front of the saw blade. Once
the cut-off length is determined, lock the fence and use the
miter gauge to feed the work into the cut.
Never use the fence as a cut-off gauge when cross-cutting.
When using the block (B) Fig. 55 as a cut-
off gauge, position the rear end of the block so that the
workpiece is clear of the block before it enters the blade.
B
Fig. 55
BEVEL CROSSCUTTING
Bevel crosscutting (Fig. 57) is the same as crosscutting except the bevel angle is set to an angle other than 0°.
When possible, use the right miter gauge slot when bevel crosscutting so that the blade tilts away from
the miter gauge and your hands.
Use caution when starting the cut to prevent binding of the guard against the workpiece.
COMPOUND MITERING
Compound Mitering (Fig. 58) is a combination of bevel crosscutting and mitering, where the blade is beveled to an angle other than
0° and the miter gauge is locked at an angle other than 0 degrees. Always use the miter slot (D) which allows the blade to tilt away
from the miter gauge and hands.
D
MITERING
Mitering (Fig. 56) is the same as crosscutting except the miter gauge (C) is locked at an angle other than 0°. Hold the workpiece
firmly against the miter gauge and feed the work slowly into the blade to prevent the workpiece from moving.
Use caution when starting the cut to prevent
binding of the guard against the workpiece. Miter angles
greater than 45°may force the guard into the saw blade
and damage the guard. Before starting the motor, test
the operation by feeding the workpiece into the guard. If
the guard contacts the blade, place the workpiece under
the guard, not touching the blade, before starting the
motor. Certain workpiece shapes, such as mouldings,
may not lift the guard properly. Feed the work slowly to
start the cut.
C
Fig. 56
Fig. 57 Fig. 58