Mac allister MJ10250XI Guide

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! When using electric tools basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury including
the following.
Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product and save these
instructions.
Safe operation
1. Keep work area clear.
- Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment.
- Do not expose tools to rain.
- Do not use tools in damp or wet locations.
- Keep work area well lit.
- Do not use tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3. Guard against electric shock.
- Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces (e.g. Pipes, radiators,
ranges, refrigerators, other metal surfaces).
4. Keep other persons away.
- Do not let persons, especially children, not involved in the work touch the tool
or the extension cord and keep them away from the work area
5. Store idle tools.
-When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry locked-up place, out of reach of
children.
6. Do not force the tool.
- It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
7. Use the right tool.
- Do not force small tools to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
- Do not use tools for purposes not intended; for example do not use circular
saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly.
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts.
- Non-skid footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
- Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Use protective equipment.
- Use safety glasses.
- Use face or dust mask if working operations create dust.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
- If the tool is provided for the connection of dust extraction and collecting
equipment, ensure these are connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord.
- Never yank the cord to disconnect it from the socket Keep the cord away from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure work.
- Where possible use damps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer than using your
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hand.
13. Do not overreach.
- Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care.
- Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance.
- Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories.
- Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired by an
authorized service facility.
- Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.
- Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools.
- When not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such as
blades, bits and cutters, disconnect tools from the power supply.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
- Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the tool before turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting.
- Ensure switch is in “off” position when plugging in.
18. Use outdoor extension leads.
- When the tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor
use and so marked.
19. Stay alert.
- Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not operate the tool
when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts.
- Before further use of tool, it 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
by an authorized service centre unless otherwise indicated in this instruction
manual.
- Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service centre.
- Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
21. Warning.
- The use of any accessory or attachment other than one recommended in this
instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.
22. Have your tools repaired by qualified person.
-This electric tool complies with the relevant safety rules. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise this may
result in considerable danger to the user.
23. If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by
the manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.
24. For tools intended to be connected to a water supply.
– for tools provided with a PRCD: Never use the tool without the PRCD delivered
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– for tools provided with an isolating transformer: Never use the tool without
the transformer delivered with the tool or of the type as specified in these
instructions.
– Replacement of the plug or the supply cord shall always be carried out by the
manufacturer of the tool or his service organisation.
– Keep water clear off the electrical parts of the tool and away from persons in the
working area.
HEALTH ADVICE
WARNING! When drilling, sanding,sawing or grinding, dust particles will be
produced. In some instances,depending on thematerials you are working with,
this dust can be particularly harmful to you(e.g. leadfrom old gloss paint).
You are advised to consider the risks associated with the materials you are workingwith
and to reducethe riskofexposure.You should:
-- Work in a well-ventilated area.
-Work with approved safety equipment,such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter microscopic particles.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR TABLE SAW
- Wear eye protection.
- Do not use the tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
- NEVER use the tool with an abrasive cut-off wheel installed.
- Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace cracked
or damaged blade immediately.
- Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer and which conform
to EN847-1, and observe that the riving knife must not be thicker than the width of
the cut by the saw blade and not thinner than the body of the blade.
- Always use accessories recommended in this manual. Use of improper accessories
such as abrasive cut-off wheels may cause an injury.
- Select the correct saw blade for the material to be cut.
- Do not use saw blades manufactured from high speed steel.
- To reduce the emitted noise, always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean.
- Use correctly sharpened saw blades. Observe the maximum speed marked on the
saw blade.
- Clean the spindle, flanges (especially the installing surface) and hex nut before
installing the blade. Poor installation may cause vibration/wobbling or slippage of the
blade.
- Use saw-blade guard and riving knife for every operation for which it can be used,
including all through sawing operations. Always install the blade guard following
the instructions out-lined in this manual. Through sawing operations are those in
which the blade cuts completely through the workpiece as in ripping or cross cutting.
NEVER use the tool with a faulty blade guard or secure the blade guard with a rope,
string, etc. Any irregular operation of the blade guard should be corrected immediately.
- Immediately reattach the guard and riving knife after completing an operation which
requires removal of the guard.
- Do not cut metal objects such as nails and screws. Inspect for and remove all nails,
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- Remove wrenches, cut-off pieces, etc. from the table before the switch is turned on.
- NEVER wear gloves during operation.
- Keep hands out of the line of the saw blade.
- NEVER stand or permit anyone else to stand in line with the path of the saw blade.
- Make sure the blade is not contacting the riving knife or workpiece before the switch
is turned on.
- Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let it run for a while. Watch for vibration
or wobbling that could indicate poor installation or a poorly balanced blade.
- The tool should not be used for slotting, rabbetting or grooving.
- Replace table insert when worn.
- NEVER make any adjustments while tool is running. Disconnect tool before making
any adjustments.
- Use a push stick when required. Push sticks MUST be used for ripping narrow
workpieces to keep your hands and fingers well away from the blade.
- Always store the push-stick when it is not in use.
- Pay particular attention to instructions for reducing risk of KICKBACK. KICKBACK is
a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade. KICKBACK causes
the ejection of the workpiece from the tool back towards the operator.
KICKBACKS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Avoid KICKBACKS by
keeping the blade sharp, by keeping the rip fence parallel to the blade, by keeping
the riving knife and blade guard in place and operating properly, by not
releasing the workpiece until you have pushed it all the way past the blade, and by
not ripping a workpiece that is twisted or warped or does not have a straight edge to
guide along the fence.
- Do not perform any operation freehand. Freehand means using your hands to support
or guide the workpiece, in lieu of a rip fence or miter gauge.
- NEVER reach around or over saw blade. NEVER reach for a workpiece until the saw
blade has completely stopped.
- Avoid abrupt, fast feeding. Feed as slowly as possible when cutting hard workpieces.
Do not bend or twist workpiece while feeding. If you stall or jam the blade in
the workpiece, turn the tool off immediately. Unplug the tool.Then clear the jam.
- NEVER remove cut-off pieces near the blade or touch the blade guard while the blade
is running.
- Knock out any loose knots from workpiece BEFORE beginning to cut.
- Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, water and sharp edges.
- Connect the tool to a dust collecting device when sawing.
- The guard can be lifted during workpiece setup and for ease of cleaning. Always
make sure that guard hood is down and flat against sawtable before plugging in the
tool.
Reducing risk of kickback
- Always use the correct blade depth setting. The top of the blade teeth should clear
the workpiece by 1⁄8" (3.2 mm) to 1⁄4" (6.4 mm).
- Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before beginning a cut. Knock out any loose
knots with a hammer. Never saw into a loose knot or nail.
- Always use the rip fence when rip cutting and the miter gauge when crosscutting.
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VIBRATION
The European Physical Agents (Vibration) Directive has been brought in to help
reduce hand arm vibration syndrome injuries to power tool users.The directive
requires power tool manufacturers and suppliers to provide indicative vibration test
results to enable users to make informed decisions as to the period of time a power
tool can be used safely on a daily basis and the choice of tool.
Further Advice can be found at www.hse.gov.uk
Vibration total values (triax vector sum) determined according to EN61029:
Work mode description 1
(if required by the relevant Part 2)
Vibration emission value ah= 3.0m/s²
Uncertainty K = 1.5m/s²
The declared vibration emission value should be used as a minimum level and
should be used with the current guidance on vibration.
Calculating the actual period of the actual period off use can be difficult and the HSE
website has further information.
The declared vibration emission been measured in accordance with a standardised
test stated above and may be used to compare one tool with another
The declared vibration emission value may also be used in a preliminary
assessment of exposure.
Warning: The vibration emission value during actual use of the power tool
can differ from the declared value depending on the ways in which the tool is
used dependant on the following examples and other variations on how the tool is
used:-
How the tool is used and the materials being cut or drilled.
The tool being in good condition and well maintained
The use the correct accessory for the tool and ensuring it is sharp and in good
condition.
The tightness of the grip on the handles.
And the tool is being used as intended by its design and these instructions.
This tool may cause hand-arm vibration syndrome if its use is not adequately
managed
Warning:
identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on
an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of
- Always use clean, sharp, and properly set blades. Never make cuts with dull blades.
- To avoid pinching the blade, support the work properly before beginning a cut.
- When making a cut, use steady, even pressure. Never force cuts.
- Do not cut wet or warped lumber.
- Always hold the workpiece firmly with both hands or with push sticks. Keep your
body in a balanced position to be ready to resist kickback should it occur. Never
stand directly in line with the blade.
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Maintain this tool in accordance with these instructions and keep well lubricated
(where appropriate)
Avoid using tools in temperatures of 10°C or less
Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a number of
days.
Health Surveillance
All employees should be part of an employer’s health surveillance scheme to help
identity any vibration related diseases at an early stage, prevent disease progression
and help employees stay in work.
SYMBOLS
Read the manual
Warning
Wear gloves
Wear dust mask
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Conforms to relevant safety standards
all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and
when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).NoteThe use of other tools will
reduce the users’ total working period on this tool.
Helping to minimise your vibration exposure risk.
ALWAYS use sharp chisels, drills and blades

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1. Push stick hold
2. Stand
3. On/Off switch
4. Overload reset switch
5. Rip fence locking handle
6. Working table
7. Rip fence
8. Left extension table
9. Blade gurad
10. Riving kinife
11. Blade
12. Miter gauge
13. Right extension table
14. Bevel-locking handle
15. Bevel adjusting handwheel
16. Height adjustment knob
17. Rubber foot
18. Push stick
19. Blade wrench
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TECHNICAL DATA
Volts: 220V~50Hz
Power Input: 1500W
No load speed: 4500min-1
Blade size: Ø254x2.8xØ15.9mm
Max cutting capacity:85mm (90°) / 60mm (45°)
Table size: 430x638mm
Blade tilting range: 0- 45
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Weight: 24.6kg

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Warning: Before using your table saw,
read the instruction manual carefully.
Warning: Carefully remove the table
saw from the carton and remove the
protective polyfoam from around the
motor.
Warning: Do not connect to the power
supply before assembly, adjustment
and maintenance.
ASSEMBLY OF THE TABLE SAW
1. To assemble the leg stand (Fig. 1-5)
- Unpack all parts, and group them by type and
size. Refer to Fig. 1 for correct quantities.
- Attach one long top leg bracket (1) to the top of
one leg (2) using a screw, flat washer, spring
washer and hex nut. (Fig. 2)
NOTE: Do not tighten the bolts until the stand is
properly aligned (see step #8).
- Attach other end of the long top leg bracket (1)
to top of another leg (2) using using a screw,
flat washer, spring washer and hex nut.
- Attach one long bottom leg bracket (3) to the
centre of each leg (2) using a screw, flat washer,
spring washer and hex nut. This completes the
front frame section. (Fig. 3)
- Assemble the rear frame section in exactly the
same manner.
- Join the front and rear frame assemblies to the
two short upper supports (4) and two short
bottom supports (5) using a screw, flat washer,
spring washer and hex nut. (Fig. 4)
Fig. 1
Stand legs (4pcs)
long top leg brackets (2pcs)
Short top leg brackets (2pcs)
Short bottom leg brackets (2pcs)
Long bottom leg brackets (2pcs)
Rubber feet (4pcs)
Screws M6 x 12 with nuts M6,
flat washers 6 and spring
washers 6 (16pcs)
Fig. 2
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
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Hex bolts M6 x 25 (4pcs)
Extension tables (2pcs)
Supporting bars (4pcs)
Flat washers 6 (4pcs)
Hex nuts M6 (4pcs)
Fig. 8
Fig. 7
- Insert the rubber foot (6) into the bottom of
each leg. (Fig. 5)
- Place the stand on a level surface, and adjust it
so that all of the legs are contacting the floor
and are at similar angles to the floor. Tighten
all of the screws.
NOTE: The stand should not rock after all of the
bolts have been tightened.
2. Attach the table saw to the stand (Fig. 6)
- Place the stand on a level surface and level the
stand to the floor.
- Place the table saw on top of the stand, aliging
the holes in the base with the holes in the stand.
- Insert four hex bolts M6 x 25 (1) along with flat
washers 6 (2) into the aligned holes.
- Tighten all four hex nuts M6 (3) and hex bolts (1).
NOTE: Do not over-tighten the bolts that hold
the saw to the stand. Doing so will damage the
saw base.
3. To assemble the extension tables
(Fig. 6-10)
- Attached the left extension table to the main
table with three flat washers 6, three spring
washers 6, three hex nuts M6 and three hex bolts
M6 x 16 (see Fig. 6-8).
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 6
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2
3
Hex bolts M6 x 16 (14pcs)
Flat washers 6 (18pcs)
Hex nuts M6 (14pcs)
Spring washers (10pcs)
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Front rail (1pc)
Fig. 13
NOTE: One hole (1) on the extension table must
be in the front after finished.
- Attach two supporting bars with the extension
table with flat washers 6, spring washers 6, hex
nuts M6 and hex bolts M6 x 16. Position the other
end of bars to cabinet with flat washers 6, hex
nuts 6 and hex bolts M6 x 16. (See Fig. 9-10)
- Finish the right extension assembly repeating
the procedure above.
4. To assemble the front rail (Fig. 11-13)
- Align the holes on the front rail with the
extension tables and main table.
- Secure the front rail in place with flat washers 6,
spring washers 6, hex nuts M6 and hex bolts
M6 x16.
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
Hex bolts M6 x 16 (6pcs)
Flat washers 6 (6pcs)
Hex nuts M6 (6pcs)
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Push stick hold (2pcs)
Screws (4pcs)
Riving knife with screw M6 x 45
flat washer 6 and hex nut M6 (1pc)
5. To assemble the push stick hold
(Fig. 14)
There is a push stick hold on the left side of the
machine. You can connect the push stick hold
with four screws supplied and you can put the
push stick on the hold when you do not use it.
6. To assemble the riving knife (Fig. 15-16)
- Loosen the eight cross-screws (1) with the
screwdriver and remove the table insert. (Fig. 15)
- Loosen the nut on the riving knife with 10mm
spanner (not supplied), remove the screw M6 x 45,
flat washer 6 and hex nut M6.
- Loosen the blade bevel-locking handle and tilt
the bevel adjusting handwheel to 90° and turn
height adjusting knob to raise the blade to its
highest position. Tighten the blade bevel-locking
handle.
- Loosen the tri-wing knob (2) to insert the riving
knife (3) and push it down, when you hear a “click”
the pin is locked into the hole on the riving knife.
- Tighten the tri-wing knob (2).
- Reinstall the table insert.
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
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7. To assemble the blade gurad (Fig. 17-18)
WARNING: The saw blade guard must be in
position at all times to prevent contact with the
blade. It should lift up and onto the workpiece
when the workpiece is passed through the saw.
- Attach the blade guard over the riving knife so
that the hole in the guard and the hole in the
riving knife are aligned.
- Insert the screw M6 x45 and fit the flat washer
6 and hex nut M6.
- Tighten the hex nut sufficiently so that the guard
rests on the table top but will lift when the
workpiece is pushed into the table.
- Blade guard MUST be in place.
WARNING: The blade guard should return to its
rest position after the workpiece has been cut.
8. To assemble the rip fence to the table
(Fig. 19-21)
- Rip fence locking handle can be mounted on left
or right of the rip fence tube as Fig. 19 & 20.
- Loosen the locking handle, place the rip fence
on the saw table, keep the fence is level on the
table, then push down the rip fence locking
handle in order to lock the rip fence in position.
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
Fig. 20
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9. To use dust extraction port (Fig. 22)
WARNING: To prevent fire hazard, clean and
remove sawdust from under the saw frequently.
- To prevent sawdust buildup inside the saw
housing, for best result, attach a vacumm hose
(not included) to the dust extraction port. DO NOT
operate the saw with hose in place unless the
vacuum is turned on.
- If the saw is operated without a vacuum
attached, some of the dust will be blown out the
dust extraction port. After extended use, the
saw’s dust collection system may become
clogged.
Fig. 22

OPERATION CONTROLS
1. On-Off safety switch (Fig. 23)
WARNING: Before turning on the switch make
sure the blade guard is correctly installed and
Operating properly.
To start the machine push the switch (1) to the
ON position. (See Fig. 23) When turning the
switch ON stand on either side of the blade and
never in front of it.
Allow blade to reach full speed before cutting.
To stop the machine push the switch to the OFF
position.
2. Overload reset switch (Fig. 23)
This saw is equipped with a reset overload switch.
It is situated at the immediate top of the On-Off
safety switch.
The reset switch (2) (See Fig. 23) will restart the
motor after it shuts off due to overloading or low
voltage.
If the motor stops during operation, push the
switch to the OFF position. Wait approximately
five minutes for the motor to cool down and
push the reset switch. Now you can switch to the
ON position again.
WARNING: In order to avoid injury and prevent
accidental start-up when the reset switch is
pushed, On-Off switch should be in the OFF
position, and the power cord should be unplugged
from the outlet while the saw is cooling down.
Overheating may be caused by an under-sized
extension cord, an extension cord that is too long,
misaligned parts, or a dull blade. inspect the saw
for proper set-up before using it again.
3. Height adjusting knob (Fig. 24)
The height adjusting knob (1) is used to raise and
lower the blade. Turn clockwise to lower the blade
and anticlockwise to raise it. (See Fig. 24)
4. Bevel adjusting handwheel (Fig. 24)
The bevel adjusting handwheel (2) is used to tilt the
blade for bevel cutting. Loosen the bevel-locking
handle, then turn bevel adjusting handwheel
clockwise to tilt toward the left and anti-clockwise
to tilt toward the right (See Fig. 24)
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5. Bevel-locking handle (Fig. 24)
The bevel-locking handle (3) locks the blade in
the desired tilting angle. To loosen turn it
anti-clockwise. When setting the angle of the cut
fully loosen it. Before turning the table saw ON,
be sure it is securely tightened so that the blade
will not shift during the table saw operation.
(See Fig. 24)
6. Riving knife
This separates the saw kerf in a workpiece. This
prevents possible binding and kickback.
7. Rip fence
This fence is used for all ripping operations.
Never rip freehand without the fence in place and
securely locked.
8. Miter gauge
The head is locked in the desired position for
crosscutting or mitring by tightening the lock
handle.
Always lock it securely when in use.
9. Push stick (Fig. 25)
Push sticks are devices used for safely pushing
a workpiece through the blade instead of using
your hands. They can be made from scrap wood
in various sizes and shapes to be used in a
specific project. The stick must be narrower than
the workpiece, with a 90° notch in one end and
shaped for a grip on the other end.
Use a push stick whenever the fence is 2” (5 cm)
or more from the blade. push stick should be
used in place of the user’s hand to guide the
material between the fence and blade. When
using a push stick, the trailing end of the board
must be square.
A push stick against an uneven end could slip
off or push the workpiece away from the fence.
WARNING: Do not locate the push-stick to the
rear of the workpiece, Kickback can result from
the push-stick pinching the workpiece and binding
the blade in the saw kerf if positioned improperly.
It may cause serious personal injury.
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BASIC TABLE SAW OPERATIONS
For safety reasons, verify that the operator has
read the section entitled general safety guidelines
for the table saw before operating this saw. Verify
the following before every time the table saw is
used:
- The blade is tight.
- The blade bevel lock knob is locked.
- If ripping, the rip fence locking knob is tight, and
the fence is parallel to the miter gauge groove
and the blade.
- If crosscutting, the miter gauge knob is tight.
- The blade guard and riving knife are in place,
and are working properly.
- Safety glasses are worn.
- Failure to adhere to these safety rules will
greatly increase the chances of injury. Before
using the table saw, polish the tabletop with an
automotive polishing wax in order to keep it
clean, and to make it easier to slide the work
piece.
There are two basic types of table saw cuts:
ripping and crosscutting. Ripping refers to cutting
along the length of the grain and the work piece.
Crosscutting refers to either cutting across the
width or across the grain of the work piece. This
distinction may be hard to make with man made
materials. Therefore, cutting a piece of material
to a different width is ripping, and cutting across
the short dimension is crosscutting.
Neither operation can be performed safely
freehand: ripping requires the use of the rip fence,
and crosscutting requires the use of the miter
gauge. Never use the rip fence and the miter
gauge at the same time during the cutting
operation.
WARNING: Do not use more than one rip fence
or a combination of a miter gauge and a rip fence
at the same time during a cutting operation.
1. Ripping (Fig. 26)
- Remove the miter gauge, and secure the rip
fence to the table.
- Raise the blade until it is approximately 1/8”
(3.2 mm) above the top of the work piece.
- Place the work piece flat on the table and
against the fence so that the larger portion of
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the work piece is between the blade and the
fence. Keep the work piece approximately 1”
(2.5 cm) away from the blade.
- Turn the saw ON, and wait for the blade
to reach full speed.
- Slowly feed the work piece into the blade by
pushing forward on the section of the work piece
that will pass between the blade and the fence.
- Do not place your thumbs on the table top.
Always hold the work piece while the blade is
turning. Do not let go of it in order to reach for
the push stick. When both thumbs touch the front
edge of the table, complete the cut using a push
stick.
- Always use the push stick when performing
ripping operations.
- Continue to push the work piece with the push
stick until it passes the blade guard and clears
the rear of the table.
- Do not pull the work piece backward while the
blade is turning. Turn the switch OFF, and unplug
the power cord. Wait until the blade comes to a
complete stop and slide the work piece out.
2. Bevel ripping (Fig. 27)
Bevel ripping is the same as ripping, except
that the blade bevel angle is set to an angle
other than “0”.
WARNING: The workpiece and the fence must be
on the right side of the blade when cutting.
3. Ripping small pieces
WARNING: Avoid injury caused by contact with
the blade. Do not use this saw to make through-
cuts that are narrower than 1/2” (13 mm).
- It is not safe to rip small pieces. Instead,
rip a larger piece in order to obtain the size
of the desired piece.
- When ripping a small work piece, it is not
safe to place the hand between the blade and
the rip fence. Use one or more push sticks to
push the work piece completely past the
blade.
4. Crosscutting (Fig. 28)
- Remove the rip fence and place the miter
gauge in the miter gauge groove on the
table.
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- Raise the blade until it is approximately 1/8”
(3.2 mm) above the top of the work piece.
- Hold the work piece firmly against the miter
gauge, with the path of the blade in line with the
desired cutting line. Move the work piece to
within 1” (2.5 cm) of the blade.
- Start the saw, and wait for the blade to reach
full speed. Do not stand directly in line with the
saw blade’s path. Instead, stand on the side
where the cut is being made.
- Keep the work piece against the face of the miter
gauge and flat against the table. Slowly push the
miter gauge with the work piece through the
blade.
- Do not attempt to pull the work piece backward
while the blade is turning. Turn the switch OFF,
and wait until the blade has come to a complete
stop before carefully sliding the work piece out.
WARNING: In order to avoid instability, always
place the larger surface of the workpiece on the
table when crosscutting and/or bevel crosscutting.
5. Bevel crosscutting 0° - 45° blade bevel &
90° miter angle (Fig. 29)
This operation is the same as crosscutting, except
that the blade is at a bevel angle other than 0°.
- Adjust the blade to the desired angle, and then
tighten the blade bevel-locking knob.
- Tighten the miter locking handle at 90°.
- Hold the work piece firmly against the face of
the miter gauge throughout the cutting operation.
6. Compound miter crosscutting 0° - 45°
blade bevel & 0° - 45° miter angle (Fig. 30)
This sawing operation combines a miter angle
with a bevel angle.
- Set the miter gauge to the desired angle.
- Set the blade bevel to the desired bevel angle,
and tighten the blade bevel-locking knob.
- Hold the work piece firmly against the face of
the miter gauge throughout the cutting operation.
7. Mitering: 0° - 45° miter angle (Fig. 31)
This operation is the same as crosscutting, except
that the miter gauge is locked at an angle other
than 90°.
- Set the blade to a 0° bevel angle, and tighten
the blade bevel locking knob.
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Fig. 28
Fig. 29
Fig. 30
Fig. 31