General 350 MI Parts list manual

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is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly.
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International agree to repair or replace any part or component which upon examination,
proves to be defective in either workmanship or material to the original purchaser for the life
of the tool. H wever, the Limited Lifetime Warranty d es n t c ver any pr duct used f r pr fes-
si nnal r c mmercial pr ducti n purp ses n r f r industrial r educati nal applicati ns.
Such cases are c vered by ur Standard 2-year Limited Warranty nly. The Limited Lifetime
Warranty is als subject t the “C nditi ns and Excepti ns” as listed bel w.
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the date of purchase. General® and General® International agree to repair or replace any
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material to the original purchaser during this 2-year warranty period, subject to the“conditions
and exceptions” as listed below.
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designated by General® International. or further details call our service department at 1-888-
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and can be obtained, upon request, from General® International or an authorized distributor)
clearly stating the model and serial number of the unit (if applicable) and including an expla-
nation of the complaint or presumed defect in material or workmanship.
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required but documented proof of purchase i.e. a copy of original sales invoice or receipt
showing the date and location of the purchase as well as the purchase price paid, must be
provided at the time of claim.
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or General® International to have been directly or indirectly caused by or resulting from;
improper use, or lack of or improper maintenance, misuse or abuse, negligence, accidents,
damage in handling or transport, or normal wear and tear of any generally considered con-
sumable parts or components.
Repairs made without the written consent of General® Internationallwill void all warranty.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limitations, as well as
potential hazards. General® FG disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury that may
result from improper use of its equipment.
1. Do not operate the saw when tired, distracted, or
under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medica-
tion that impairs reflexes or alertness.
2. The working area should be well lit, clean and free
of debris.
3. Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when
the saw is in operation; do not permit them to
operate the saw.
4. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all
machinery with locks, master electrical switches
and switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsu-
pervised use.
5. Stay alert! Give your work your undivided atten
tion. Even a momentary distraction can lead to seri-
ous injury.
6. ine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be
hazardous to health. Work in a well-ventilated area
and whenever possible use a dust collector and
wear eye, ear and respiratory protection devices.
7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, neck-
laces or other jewelry while the saw is in operation.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair
and wear non-slip footwear.
8. Be sure that adjusting wrenches, tools, drinks and
other clutter are removed from the machine and/or
the feed table surface before operating.
9. Keep hands well away from the blade and all mo-
ving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away
chips and dust.
10. Be sure that the blade is securely installed and in
proper cutting direction before operation.
11. Be sure the blade has gained full operating speed
before beginning to cut.
12. Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade.
Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to
accidents.
13. If using a power feeder, stop the feeder before stop-
ping the table saw.
14. Do not push or force stock into the blade. The saw
will perform better and more safely when working
at the rate for which it was designed.
15. Use suitable support when cutting stock that does
not have a flat surface. Always hold stock firmly
against the fence when ripping, or against the miter
gauge when cross-cutting.
16. To minimize risk of injury in the event of workpiece
kickback, never stand directly in-line with the blade
or in the potential kickback path of the work piece.
17. Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi-
tions. Do not overreach while cutting; keep both
feet on floor. Never lean over or reach over the
blade and never pull the work piece over the blade
from behind. Use out feed support or have an assis-
tant help when ripping long material.
18. Keep blade guards in place and in working order.
If a guard must be removed for maintenance or
cleaning, be sure it is properly reattached before
using the tool again.
19. Never leave the machine running with the power
on when not in operation.
20. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by
GENERAL may result in equipment malfunction
or risk of injury.
21. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could
result if the tool is tipped over or if the blade is unin-
tentionally contacted.
22. Always disconnect tool from power before servicing
or changing accessories such as blades, or before
performing any maintenance, cleaning or adjust-
ments, or if the machine will be left unattended.
23. Make sure that switch is in "O " position before
plugging in the power cord.
24. Make sure the tool is properly grounded. If equip-
ped with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a
three-pole receptacle. Never remove the third
prong.
25. Do not use this saw for other than its intended use. If
used for other purposes,
GENERAL disclaims any
real implied warranty and holds itself harmless
for any injury, which may result from that use.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock to the oper-
ator. The motor of the “M2” model of this machine is
wired for 230V single phase operation. As with many
stationary industrial type machines, because each
installation situation is unique, this table saw is supplied
without a power cord or plug. The installation of an
appropriate power cord and plug must be performed
by a qualified electrician. The machine must be con-
nected to an electrical source using a power cord that
has a grounding wire, which must also be properly con-
nected to the grounding prong on the plug. The outlet
must be properly installed and grounded and all elec-
trical connections must be made in accordance with
all local codes and regulations.
CIRCUIT CAPACITY
Make sure that the wires in your circuit are capable of
handling the amperage draw from your machine, as
well as any other machines that could be operating on
the same circuit. If you are unsure, consult a qualified
electrician. If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows
regularly, your machine may be operating on a circuit
that is close to its amperage draw capacity. However, if
an unusual amperage draw does not exist and a
power failure still occurs, contact a qualified technician
or our service department.
EXTENSION CORDS
The use of an extension cord is not generally recom-
mended for 230V equipment. If you find it necessary,
use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plug and a matching 3-pole receptacle that
accepts the tool’s plug. Repair or replace a damaged
extension cord or plug immediately.
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with
your machine make sure the cord rating is suitable for
the amperage listed on the motor I.D. plate. An under-
sized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. The accompanying
chart shows the correct size extension cord to be used
based on cord length and motor I.D. plate amp rating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
number, the heavier the gauge.
NOTE: VOLTAGE REQUIREMENTS AND AMPERAGE DRAW FOR M3, M4, M5, M6, M25, M35, M45, M55 and M65 MOTORS
MAY NOT BE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. FOR COMPLETE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS REFER TO THE MOTOR
I.D. NAME PLATE ON THE MACHINE. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A LICENSED QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN BEFORE PROCEED-
ING.
ELECTRICAL REQUIRE ENTS
BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE, VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE OF YOUR POWER SUPPLY CORRESPONDS
WITH THE VOLTAGE SPECIFIED ON THE MOTOR I.D. NAMEPLATE. A POWER SOURCE WITH GREATER VOLTAGE THAN NEEDED CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS IN URY TO THE USER AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE. IF IN DOUBT, CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE POWER SOURCE.
THIS TOOL IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN WET OR DAMP LOCATIONS.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Both a manual circuit breaker (or similar device) as well
as an electrical plug are recommended and should
be installed by a qualified electrician. Use locally
approved wire that includes a separate grounding wire
and a 3 prong grounding type plug with a matching
receptacle .
NOTE: To limit the potential for damage in transport, this
saw is shipped from the factory with the switch facing
inward . Before operating, the switch must be reinstalled
facing outward .
For added convenience, based upon personal preference,
a second mounting bracket and a second hole in the
base (for the power cord) allows installation of the
switch on the right side rather than the left side of the saw.
TABLE - INI U GAUGE FOR CORD
TOTAL LENGTH OF CORD IN FEET
230 VOLTS 50 FEET 100 FEET 200+ FEET
AWG
-------> 16 16 * NR
-------> 16 16 * NR
-------> 14 12 * NR
-------> 12 10 * NR
* NR = N t Rec mmended
A PERE
RATING
< 5
6 TO 10
10 TO 12
12 TO 16

10" TILTING ARBOR SAW – RIGHT TILT
IDENTIFICATION OF AIN PARTS AND CO PONENTS
LE T TABLE EXTENSION
MAIN TABLE
BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER ASSEMBLY
TABLE INSERT
MITER GAUGE
ENCE
RIGHT TABLE EXTENSION
REAR RAIL
RONT RAIL
BEVEL SCALE
BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HAND WHEEL
DUST OUTLET
MAGNETIC SA ETY SWITCH
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UNPACKING
Carefully unpack and remove the saw from the crate. All
other components and accessories are packed inside
the saw cabinet. Check for damaged or missing items as
per the list of contents below.
NOTE: lease report any damaged or missing items to
your General® International distributor immediately.
LIST OF CONTENTS QTY
BASIC FUNCTIONS
This cabinet saw has been designed for cutting solid wood as well as manufactured wood materials such as ply-
wood, wood panelling, particleboard, mdf and other wood based by-products. This saw is not designed for cutting
metals nor for cutting any materials other than wood or wood based stock.
This saw is designed for use with maximum 10" (254mm) diameter blades having a center hole diameter of 5/8".
The blade can be raised to cut a maximum stock thickness of 3 1/8" with the blade set 90 degrees to the table. The
blade can be tilted up to 45 degrees to the right for bevel cuts to a maximum stock thickness of 2 1/8". Using any
standard aftermarket 8" diameter stacked dado blade set (not included), the maximum dado cutting capacity of
this saw is 13/16". Note: for safer dado cutting, an optional dado table insert (part number # 350-3) can be purcha-
sed through your
General / General International distributor.
To encourage safety through the proper use of either the supplied riving style splitter/blade guard assembly or the
European style riving knife the 350R saw has been designed with a quick install/quick release feature allowing the
user to install or remove either of these safety components in seconds.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRE ENTS FOR SET UP
• Phillips Screwdriver
• 1/2", 7/16" and 9/16" and open end wrench
• 1/8" Allen key
• Square
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or

PLACE ENT WITHIN THE SHOP /
ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE
PLACE ENT WITHIN THE SHOP
This machine should be installed and operated only on a
solid, flat and stable floor that is able to support the
weight of the saw (495 lbs - 225 kgs) and the operator.
Using the dimensions shown beside as a guideline, plan
for placement within your shop that will allow the opera-
tor to work unencumbered and unobstructed by foot traf-
fic (either passing shop visitors or other shop workers) or
other tools or machinery.
ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE
or shops with frequent visitors or multiple operators, it is
advisable to establish a safety zone around shop
machinery. A clearly defined “no-go” zone on the floor
around each machine can help avoid accidents that
could cause injury to either the operator or the shop visitor. It is advisable to take a few moments to either paint
(using non-slip paint) or using tape, define on the floor the limits or perimeter of each machines safety zone. Take
steps to ensure that all operators and shop visitors are aware that these areas are off limits whenever a machine is
running for everyone but the individual operating the unit.
THIS MODEL 350R 10" TILTING ARBOR SAW IS VERY HEAVY. DO NOT OVER-EXERT. A HOIST OR FORKLIFT SHOULD BE USED TO LIFT
THIS MACHINE.
TO LIMIT THE RISK OF SERIOUS IN URY OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE, ANY EQUIPMENT USED TO LIFT THIS MACHINE SHOULD HAVE
A RATED CAPACITY IN EXCESS OF 495 LBS (225 KGS).
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CLEAN UP
The protective coating on the saw table prevents rust from
forming during shipping and storage. Remove it by rub-
bing with a rag dipped in kerosene, mineral spirits or
paint thinner. (Dispose of potentially flammable solvent-
soaked rags according to manufacturer’s safety recom-
mendations.)
A putty knife, held flat to avoid scratching the surface,
may also be used to scrape off the coating followed by
clean-up with solvent. Avoid rubbing the saw’s painted
surfaces, as many solvent-based products will remove
paint.
To prevent rust, apply a light coating of paste wax or use
regular applications of any after-market surface protec-
tant or rust inhibitor. Tip: With a screw driver, push a solvent-saturated rag into
the T-slots to remove the grease.

ASSE BLY INSTRUCTIONS
or your convenience this saw is shipped from the factory partially assembled and requires only minimal assembly
and set up before being put into service. The left and right table extension wings are factory installed and aligned
and unless seriously shaken or jolted in transport should not require further alignment.
If purchased with the standard General “T” ence System, a full installation and operating instructions manual for
the fence system is supplied in the box with the “ -42” fence.
If purchased with the table board extension and support legs (Millennium Edition only) or if adding an aftermarket
table board and legs, installation instructions can also be found in the “ -42” fence manual.
SERIOUS PERSONAL IN URY COULD OCCUR IF YOU CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE YOU HAVE COMPLE-
TED THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY STEPS. DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO
SO.
Refering to the diagram above, place 4 flat head countersunk screws, lock washers and nuts to assemble the front
rail to the front of the saw. But don’t tighten the nuts yet.
NOTE: The front rail, is the wider of the two rails and has holes in both faces.
ATTACH THE FRONT FENCE RAIL TO YOUR SAW
Place the supplied L-jig on top of the table . Adjust the rail height until the bottom of the jig is flush with the rail shelf.
Hold the nuts firm with a 7/16" wrench and tighten the two screws on left and right ends of the rail. Tighten the center
screws only after double-checking rail height using the L-jig all along the rail and at both ends.
ADJUST THE FRONT RAIL HEIGHT
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INSTALL AND ADJUST RAILS AND FENCE

Refering to the diagram above, place hex. head bolts and where applicable lock washers and nuts to assemble
the rear rail to the back of the saw.
ATTACH THE BACK FENCE RAIL TO YOUR SAW
Proceed to fence installation and alignment as per the instructions provided in your “ 42” fence manual.
INSTALL AND ALIGN THE FENCE
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YRE OVE / INSTALL A SAW BLADE
BE SURE THE SAW IS UNPLUGGED AND COMPLETELY DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE WHENEVER INSTALLING OR
REMOVING A SAW BLADE!
NOTE
This saw is intended for use with 10" (254 mm) diameter or less saw blades having a center hole diameter of
5/8". There are many types of blades available to perform specific cutting jobs, such as crosscuts or ripping
only, or for use with plywood, panelling and other products. A good quality specialty blade can produce a
finer finish, be more efficient and place less strain on the saw. Use only saw blades designed for use at a maxi-
mum operating speed of 6000 R M or less. Saw blades should be kept clean and sharp. Never store saw
blades by stacking them directly in contact with each other. lace a layer of cardboard or similar material
between the blades to keep them from coming into contact with each other.
RE OVE A SAW BLADE
2. Holding the arbor with the arbor wrench provided
, wedge a block of wood between the teeth in
front of the saw and pull the arbor wrench toward
you or counter clockwise .
1. Remove the table insert .

TIGHTEN
3. Remove the arbor nut & flange, , then remove the
blade. TO INSTALL A SAW BLADE:
1. Install the blade on the arbor so that the openings
between the teeth face the front of the saw (the
blade spins in the clockwise direction).
BLADE
DIRECTION
FRONT
NOTE
When tightening the arbor nut, take care not to
over tighten as this will make it very difficult to
remove later. Because the rotation of the blade
runs counter to the direction of the threads on the
nut, the blade is essentially tightening itself to the
nut whenever the saw is running. Though there are
no hard and fast rules for how much torque is
required, the arbor nut should always be tightened
firmly but without excess.
Use a straightedge to determine whether the insert is level
with the table top. Turn each of the 4 adjusting screws with
a 1/8" Allen key until done.
Suggestion: Start by adjusting one rear screw and its
diagonal opposite in front, then tweak the remaining two
screws.
Note: If the sawblade has already been installed, use the rai-
sing handwheel to lower the blade below the table surface
before leveling the insert.
LEVEL THE TABLE INSERTLEVEL THE TABLE INSERT

BASIC ADJUST ENTS & CONTROLS
CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE
Once the assembly steps have been completed, plug the
power cord into an appropriate outlet. Refer back to the
section entitled “ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS” and make
sure all requirements and grounding instructions are fol-
lowed. When cutting operations have been completed
unplug the saw from the power source.
• There is a 4” dust outlet located on the lower right of the
saw cabinet allowing for the connection to a dust col-
lection system (not included).
• Be sure to use appropriate size hose and fittings (not
included) and check that all connections are sealed
tightly to minimize airborne dust.
• If you do not already own a dust collection system
consider contacting your General® International dis-
tributor for information on our complete line of dust col-
lection systems and accessories or visit our website at
www.general.ca
ALWAYS TURN ON THE DUST COLLECTOR BEFORE STARTING THE SAW AND ALWAYS STOP THE SAW BEFORE TURNING OFF THE
DUST COLLECTOR.
TO AVOID RISK OF SHOCK OR FIRE DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WITH A DAMAGED POWER CORD OR PLUG. REPLACE DAM-
AGED CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY.
CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR
B
A

The magnetic safety switch on this saw is equipped with an overload protection feature. To prevent an electrical
overload from damaging the motor, in the event of a spike in line voltage or amperage draw, the internal overload
protector will automatically be tripped, thereby cutting off power to the motor.
Note: The most common causes of such overloads are:
1. Overworking the motor by attempting to feed thick dense workpiece material too quickly, thereby causing an
increase in power consumption and a spike in amperage draw.
2. An electrical extension cord that is too long or not the correct gauge of wire, which can also cause an increase
in amperage draw. If an electric extension cord must be used, follow the instructions and refer to the chart in
the electrical requirements section at the beginning of this manual.
3. Overworked circuit caused by operating on a circuit that is close to its amperage draw capacity. Make sure the
circuit being used is capable of handling the amperage draw from this machine as well as any other electrical
devices operating on the same circuit. If you are unsure, consult a qualified electrician.
To reset the overload protection switch after it has been
tripped proceed as follows:
1. Set the power switch on the saw to the off position,
and disconnect the machine from the power source.
Note: If the saw is permanently connected to a circuit
(hard-wired), set the wall panel circuit breaker or main
circuit interrupter to the off position.
2. Unscrew the 2 screws and remove the control
box front cover.
3.
4.
Reinstall the control box cover.
5.
Reconnect the saw to the power source.
You can now resume cutting operations.
SWITCH OFF
STOP
TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START-
UP, MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH ON THE
SAW IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING
TO A POWER SOURCE. .
SWITCH OFF
STOP

The blade height adjustment handwheel is located on the
front of the saw, , and there is a lock knob, , on the
handwheel that allows you to lock the wheel and secure
the blade at the desired height.
To raise or lower the blade:
1. Loosen the blade height lock knob, , by turning
counter clockwise.
2. To raise the blade: turn the handwheel, , clockwise.
To lower the blade: turn the handwheel counter
clockwise.
3. With the blade set to the desired height, tighten the lock knob, , by turning clockwise to lock the blade.
TO LIMIT YOUR EXPOSURE TO THE BLADE AND ALSO TO MAXIMISE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE ANTI-KICKBACK
PAWLS (WHEN USING THE RIVING STYLE SPLITTER & BLADE GUARD), NEVER TAKE MORE BLADE HEIGHT THAN
IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE CUT. WHEN SETTING THE BLADE HEIGHT FOR THROUGH-CUTS (CUTS ALL THE
WAY THROUGH THE THICKNESS OF A BOARD) SET THE HEIGHT OF THE BLADE TO ROUGHLY 1/4” HIGHER
THAN THE THICKNESS OF THE BOARD.
1/4”
1/4”
BLADE TILT (BEVEL) ADJUST ENT
The blade tilt (bevel) adjustment handwheel is located on
the side of the saw, . The bevel locking knob, , is locat-
ed on the handwheel and allows the user to lock the tilt-
ing mechanism and secure the blade at the desired
angle.
To change the angle of the blade:
1. Loosen the bevel locking knob, , by turning counter
clockwise.
2. Turn the handwheel, , left or right as required to set
the blade to the desired angle. The blade can be tilted to the right anywhere from 0° (90° to the table) to
45°.
3. With the blade tilted to the desired angle, tighten the bevel locking knob, , by turning clockwise to lock the
tilting mechanism and secure the blade.
• Make sure that the arbor nut is secure and that the blade is firmly tightened snug on the arbor.
• Check that the blade angle and height lock knobs are tight.
• If ripping, make sure the fence lock lever is engaged and that the fence is parallel to the blade.
• If cross cutting, make sure the miter gauge is locked tight.
• While using the saw, be sure to wear safety glasses at all times.
• Make sure that the blade guard/splitter assembly is properly installed and aligned with the blade, and that the
anti-kickback pawls are functioning.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
VERIFY ALL CHECK POINTS BEFORE STARTING. FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS IN URIES.

RIPPING
Cutting a wood plank or sheet of plywood lengthwise to
reduce its width is called “ripping.” To rip stock, hold the
work with both hands pushing it into the blade as well as
firmly against the rip fence so that it is cut straight, .
• The work to be cut must have a straight edge to ride
the fence and must be flat to make solid contact with
the table during the cut in order to avoid “kickback” (a
blade jam causing the wood to fly backwards and hit
you).
• Never rip or cut wood without using the fence or miter
gauge to guide it because the stock could kickback.
• Always use the blade guard and splitter assembly when cutting wood. It has anti-kickback fingers and a split
ter to prevent the saw “kerf” (the slit cut by the blade) from closing and binding the blade, which can overload
and/or stall the motor or cause the blade to lift and eject the workpiece towards the front of the saw at very
high speeds. The blade guard keeps your fingers away from the blade and also reduces the amount of saw
dust flying free.
• Although certain operations require the removal of the blade guard and splitter assembly, it should always be
replaced for regular cutting.
• Never stand in the line of the blade when ripping.
• Raise the saw blade only about 1/4” higher than the work to be cut.
As you complete the rip, the wood will either remain on the
table, tilt up to be caught on the end of the guard, or fall
onto the floor (or outfeed table). The waste part of the
stock remains on the table to be removed only after the
saw is stopped (unless it is large enough for immediate
safe removal).
If the work to be ripped is narrow, it is safer to use a push
stick, rather than the hands, to feed it into the blade, .
Push sticks with non-slip grippers can be purchased, but a
shop-made one works just as well.
When ripping extremely narrow stock that may not clear
the width of the blade guard, or very thin material such as
paneling, which may slip between the underside of the
fence and the table surface, a strip of wood as an auxil-
iary guide can be attached to the fence.
NEVER REACH IN TOWARDS THE BLADE WHILE THE BLADE IS STILL SPINNING! WHENEVER A RIP CUT IS COMPLETED, TURN OFF
THE SAW AND WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE REACHING IN TO REMOVE THE WORKPIECE OR
THE WASTE MATERIAL.
BEVEL RIPPING
Bevel ripping is performed the same as ripping but with the saw blade set to an angle not perpendicular with the
table surface. After changing the bevel angle verify the alignment of the guard and splitter; make sure there is
clearance with the saw blade.
RIPPING S ALL WORK PIECES
Do not attempt rip cuts if the work piece is too small, as this will oblige you to place your hands too close to the
blade and put you at serious risk of injury. When ripping narrower widths; use a push block or a push stick in order
to avoid placing hands near the blade.

CROSS CUTTING
Cutting against the grain, to shorten the length of a board
is crosscutting. With some smaller-sized and rectangular
pieces, you often have the choice of ripping or crosscut-
ting. Always use the miter gauge, , when crosscutting;
never cut a piece unsupported. The miter gauge may be
used in either slot, but most operators prefer the left
groove for typical work. When the blade is tilted for bevel
cutting, use the table slot that does not cause interference
with your hand or the saw blade guard.
To begin crosscutting, place the work on the miter gauge
and, with the motor O , slide it up close to the blade to
align the outer edges of the teeth with your cut mark, .
Keep a firm grip as you pull the miter gauge and the
wood back away from the blade. Lower the blade guard,
turn on the saw and make the cut. When the work is cut
through, move one or both cut pieces — if long enough
to handle without danger — immediately off to the side,
away from the turning blade. Turn off the motor.
BEVEL CROSS CUTTING
This procedure is the same as cross cutting except that the blade is set to an angle other than 0. After changing the
bevel angle, verify the alignment of the guard and splitter and verify that there is clearance with the saw blade.
ADJUSTING THE ITER GAUGE
The miter gauge supplied with your saw has accurately adjusted
index stops at 90° and 45° to the right and left, with a 30° maximum.
To use a setting other than 90°, loosen the lock knob, , by turning
it counter-clockwise, flip down the stop-lock tab, , rotate the miter
head to 45°, or any angle shown on the numerical guide. Turn the
lock knob clockwise to tighten it.
To check the accuracy of the miter gauge’s factory settings, set it at
90° and check it with an L-square or T-square. To verify the setting,
make a test cut in scrap stock and then use a square to check the
cut piece.
If the miter gauge needs adjusting, manually turn the head so the
pointer is where you think it ought to be, tighten the lock knob and
loosen the nut, . Turn the adjusting screw until it touches the stop-
lock tab. Tighten down the nut. Recheck the angle by making
another test cut. Repeat, if necessary, until a true 90° is achieved.

ADDING AN AUXILIARY FENCE TO THE ITER GAUGE
To ensure a true 90° crosscut, especially with longer pieces of wood
that need more support than the narrow miter gauge head can
provide, an auxiliary wood fence can be attached.
Make sure the wood for the fence is straight, not bowed. It should
be about 2 inches wide and extend about 12 inches from either
side of the miter head. Drill 2 holes in the wood corresponding to
those on the miter head and use bolts and nuts to secure the wood
fence to the head, .
To use the miter gauge with an auxiliary fence, first notch the fence with the saw blade a bit higher than the work-
piece, . Measure and draw a cutline on your wood, , then place it on the miter fence. Position your cutline
against the notch. Turn on the saw, slide the work up until it is cut through (but don’t cut off the fence).
Marking Wood. If you measure a cut for 24 inches, line up the blade on the waste side of the mark. Don’t cut
through the middle of the measurement line or you’ll reduce your desired board length by half the width of the saw
blade! or accurate work, don’t mark your cut with a fat pencil line, . A narrow dash, with a sharp pencil point is
best, . Encircle the dash so you’ll find it again and add a small X to indicate the waste or cut-off side . Pencils,
like saw blades, have thickness. When squaring off from the cut mark, align your square to allow for pencil clear-
ance, which will be about 1/16” away from the drawing edge of the square, .
FRONT VIEW
This operation is the same as cross cutting, except the
miter gauge is set to an angle other than 0. Hold the work
piece firmly against the miter gauge and feed the work
piece slowly into the blade to prevent it from moving
during the cut.
CO POUND ITERING
This is a combination of bevel cross cutting and mitering. It is infrequently used. ollow instructions for both bevel cut-
ting and mitering.
LARGER VIEW

AINTENANCE
PERIODIC AINTENANCE
• Inspect/test the ON/O switch before each use. Do not operate the saw with a damaged switch - replace a
damaged switch immediately
• Inspect the saw blade for damage or chipped teeth before each use. Replace a damaged or chipped blade
immediately. Never operate the saw with a damaged or chipped blade
• Keep the saw table clean and free of dust, pitch or glue.
• An occasional light coating of paste wax can be used to protect the cast-iron surface. Ask our local distri-
butor for suggestions on table top cleaners and cast-iron surface protection based on what is readily available
in your area.
• Occasionally open the cabinet door and brush off and vacuum out accumulated dust from inside the cabi-
net and on the blade tilting gears and on or around the motor.
• Periodically inspect the power cord and plug for damage. To minimize the risk of electric shock or fire, never
operate the saw with a damaged power cord or plug. Replace a damaged power cord or plug at the first
sign of damage.
• To minimize airborne dust particles periodically inspect all dust collection fittings – re-tighten as needed.
MAKE SURE THE SAW HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE.
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Dadoing is cutting a “rabbet” or a wide groove into the
work. A dado blade, , (not supplied with your saw) usu-
ally consists of two outer blades and several interior cut-
ters. These can be adjusted to cut grooves from 1/8” to
13/16” for making shelves, joints and tenoning. Set the
blade’s width according to the instructions supplied with
your dado blade.
After adjusting its width, mount the dado blade on your
saw just like a regular blade. You’ll need an optional
dado insert, , (Item # 350-3) to replace the standard one
that comes with your saw. Use the fence to line up the cut.
The blade guard/splitter must be removed when dado-
ing. Never use the dado blade in a bevel position.
ALWAYS VERIFY THE DADO BLADE CLEARANCE BEFORE CONNECTING THE SAW TO THE POWER SOURCE. REATTACH THE
GUARD AND VERIFY & AD UST SPLITTER/RIVING KNIFE ALIGNMENT IF NEEDED. AFTER DADO CUT IS FINISHED. THE MAXIMUM
DADO HEAD WIDTH FOR THIS SAW IS 13/16” AND THE MAXIMUM DADO BLADE DIAMETER IS 8”.
USING A DADO HEAD BLADE
LUBRICATION
Keep the blade tilt mechanism as well as the blade height
adjustment mechanism well lubricated and free of dust or
debris.Clean and remove dust,debris,and old lubricant as
needed depending on frequency of use. After cleaning,
reapply lubricant as needed.
Note: To lubricate the blade tilt mechanism , apply a very
light dab of any all-purpose grease (available at any hard-
ware store).
To lubricate the blade height adjustment mechanism ,
loosen and remove the lock knob on the blade tilt adjust-
ment hand wheel, then spray some dry lubricant into the hole
.
The motor and all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated – no further lubrication is required. No other
part of this table saw needs lubrication.

ADJUSTING THE 90° BEVEL STOP
1. Disconnect the machine from the power source.
2. Raise the blade to its highest position and lift the blade
guard.
3. Loosen the bevel lock knob and turn the blade tilting
handwheel clockwise until it stops.
4. Verify the 90° angle of the blade with a square from the
right side of the blade . Keep the square flat against
the table and against the flat part of the blade - Do not
touch the teeth of the blade.
If the blade angle is incorrect, adjust the 90° stop screw,
, located inside the cabinet, on the right side of the saw.
Proceed as follows:
5. Loosen the jam-nut using a 1/2" open end wrench.
6. Adjust the height of the 90° stop screw, , until the
blade is 90° to the table when the 90° stop screw
touches the stop .
7. Re-tighten the jam-nut.
ADJUSTING THE BEVEL ANGLE POINTER
The bevel pointer should read “0” when the blade is at 90°
to the table. If not, with the blade set 90° vertical to the
table, remove the hand wheel by loosening the hand
wheel lock knob then loosening the set screw on the
shaft of the hand wheel with the 5/32" Allen key. Once
the hand wheel has been removed,loosen the screw on
the pointer mounting bracket and manually align the
pointer with the zero on the bevel scale, then re-tighten
the screw and re-attach the hand wheel.
ADJUSTING THE 45° BEVEL STOP
Verify the 45° setting by tilting the blade as far as possible to
the left and using a square to check the angle . If nee-
ded adjust as for the 90° stop, this time using the stop screw
inside the cabinet, at the front of the saw .
LARGER VIEW