Powermatic 66 Service manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
10-inch Table Saw
Model 66
shown with optional extension table and legs,
mobile base, and motor cover
WMH TOOL GROUP
2420 Vantage Drive
Elgin, Illinois 60123 Part No. M-0460231NT
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision G 1/05
www.wmhtoolgroup.com Copyright © WMH Tool Group

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This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic 66 Table Saw. Its purpose,
aside from machine operation, is to promote safety using accepted operating and maintenance
procedures. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your table saw and to aid in using it safely,
please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully.
Warranty and Service
WMH Tool Group warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our
Authorized Repair Stations located throughout the United States can provide quick service or information.
In most cases, a WMH Tool Group Repair Station can assist in authorizing repair work, obtaining parts, or
perform routine or major maintenance repair on your Powermatic product.
For the name of an Authorized Repair Station in your area, please call 1-800-274-6848, or visit our web
site at www.wmhtoolgroup.com
More Information
Remember, WMH Tool Group is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date
product information, check with your local WMH Tool Group distributor, or visit our web site at
www.wmhtoolgroup.com
WMH Tool Group Warranty
WMH Tool Group makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards
and warrants to the original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from
defects in materials and workmanship as follows: 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON ALL PRODUCTS
UNLESS SPECIFIED OTHERWISE. This Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to
misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, repair or alterations outside our facilities,
or to a lack of maintenance.
WMH TOOL GROUP LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE,
BEGINNING FROM THE DATE THE PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED AT RETAIL. EXCEPT AS STATED
HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS,
SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN NO EVENT SHALL WMH TOOL GROUP
BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR
PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned for examination, postage
prepaid, to an Authorized Repair Station designated by our office. Proof of purchase date and an
explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we
will either repair or replace the product at our discretion, or refund the purchase price if we cannot readily
and quickly provide a repair or replacement. We will return the repaired product or replacement at WMH
Tool Group’s expense, but if it is determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes
not within the scope of WMH Tool Group’s warranty, then the user must bear the cost of storing and
returning the product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may also have other rights, which
vary from state to state.
WMH Tool Group sells through distributors only. Members of the WMH Tool Group reserve the right to
effect at any time, without prior notice, alterations to parts, fittings and accessory equipment, which they
may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever.

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Table of Contents
Warranty and Service ..............................................................................................................................2
Warning...................................................................................................................................................4
Introduction..............................................................................................................................................6
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................6
Unpacking ...............................................................................................................................................7
Contents of the Shipping Container......................................................................................................7
Installation and Assembly ........................................................................................................................8
Mounting Extension Wings...................................................................................................................8
Installing Blade.....................................................................................................................................9
Mounting Rails and Accu-Fence

.........................................................................................................9
Optional Wood Extension Table ...........................................................................................................9
Splitter and Guard Assembly................................................................................................................9
Motor Cover.......................................................................................................................................10
Grounding Instructions...........................................................................................................................10
Extension Cords.................................................................................................................................11
Adjustments...........................................................................................................................................11
Blade Raising and Tilting....................................................................................................................11
Miter Slot Alignment...........................................................................................................................11
Tilt Stop Adjustment...........................................................................................................................12
Miter Gauge Adjustment.....................................................................................................................12
Belt Tensioning..................................................................................................................................12
Splitter Alignment...............................................................................................................................13
Insert Adjustment...............................................................................................................................13
Arbor and Arbor Bearing Removal......................................................................................................13
Blade Raising Mechanism Adjustment................................................................................................13
Tilting Mechanism Adjustment............................................................................................................14
Operating Instructions for Table Saws....................................................................................................14
Rip Sawing.........................................................................................................................................16
Resawing...........................................................................................................................................17
Crosscutting.......................................................................................................................................17
Bevel and Miter Operations................................................................................................................18
Dado Cutting......................................................................................................................................19
Safety Devices...................................................................................................................................19
Maintenance..........................................................................................................................................20
Optional Accessories .............................................................................................................................23
Replacement Parts................................................................................................................................23
Parts List: Trunnion Assembly............................................................................................................24
Trunnion Assembly.............................................................................................................................26
Parts List: Miter Gauge.......................................................................................................................27
Parts List: Splitter and Guard Assembly..............................................................................................28
Splitter and Guard Assembly..............................................................................................................29
Parts List: Stand Assembly.................................................................................................................30
Stand Assembly.................................................................................................................................31
Parts List: Table Extension and Legs (Optional Accessory).................................................................32
Electrical Connections ...........................................................................................................................33
Maintenance Checklist...........................................................................................................................37

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Warning
1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with
all of these warnings may cause serious injury.
3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
4. This table saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a table saw, do not use until proper
training and knowledge have been obtained.
5. Do not use this table saw for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, WMH Tool Group
disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from
that use.
6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this table saw. Everyday eyeglasses
only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.
7. Before operating this table saw, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past
the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips
are recommended. Do not wear gloves.
8. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
9. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities
contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead based paint.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
10. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
11. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply.
12. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
13. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source. A
machine under repair should be RED TAGGED to show it must not be used until maintenance is
complete.
14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on.
15. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance
purposes, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately.
16. Check the alignment of the splitter, fence and miter slot to the blade. A caution decal is installed on
each guard and splitter to remind the operator of the dangers of misalignment.
17. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.
18. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare, overhead lighting.
19. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease.

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20. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away.
21. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are
careless acts that can result in serious injury.
23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other
moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.
24. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for
which it was not designed. The right tool will do the job better and safer.
25. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
26. Maintain tools with care. Keep blade sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
27. Check the saw blade for cracks or missing teeth. Do not use a cracked or dull blade or one with
missing teeth or improper set. Make sure the blade is securely locked on the arbor.
28. Keep hands clear of the blade area. Do not reach past the blade to clear parts or scrap with the saw
blade running. Never saw freehand. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden
slip could cause your hand to contact the blade.
29. Do not attempt to saw boards with loose knots or with nails or other foreign material, on its surface.
Do not attempt to saw twisted, warped, bowed or “in wind” stock unless one edge has been jointed for
guiding purposes prior to sawing.
30. Do not attempt to saw long or wide boards unsupported where spring or weight could cause the
board to shift position.
31. Always use the splitter, blade guard, push stick and other safety devices for all operations where they
can be used. On operations such as dadoing or molding where the blade guard cannot be used, use
feather boards, fixtures and other safety devices and use extreme caution. Reinstall the splitter and
blade guard immediately after completing the operation that required their removal.
32. Be sure the saw blade rotates clockwise when viewed from the motor side (left side) of the machine.
33. Turn off the machine before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips or debris — do
not use your hands.
34. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.
35. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it
comes to a complete stop.
36. Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or
possible machine damage.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly
even death.
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Introduction
This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures
for a Powermatic Model 66 Table Saw. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety
precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine
has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with
instructions set forth in this manual. If there are any questions or comments, please contact either your
local supplier or WMH Tool Group. WMH Tool Group can also be reached at our web site:
www.wmhtoolgroup.com.
Specifications
Model number........................................................................................................................................66
Maximum motor size.........................................................................................................5HP, 3600 RPM
Table size with standard extensions (L x W)(in.)....................................................................... 37-1/2 x 28
Table size without extension (L x W)(in.).................................................................................. 21-1/2 x 28
Rip fence (L x W x H)(in.)................................................................................................41-3/4 x 4 x 2-1/2
Arbor diameter (in.)...............................................................................................................................5/8
Saw blade diameter (in.)........................................................................................................................10
Maximum speed of 10” saw blade (SFM)........................................................................................11,000
Blade tilt maximum (deg.) ......................................................................................................................45
Maximum depth of cut (in.).......................................................... 3-1/8 at 90-degrees; 2-1/8 at 45-degrees
Maximum cut to right of saw blade with standard extension (in.).............................................................25
Maximum width of cutoff in front of saw in 1” stock (in.)..........................................................................15
Maximum width of cutoff in front of saw in 3-1/8” stock (in.)..............................................................12-1/4
Maximum diameter of dado (in.)...............................................................................................................8
Maximum width of dado cut (in.)........................................................................................................13/16
Drive belts....................................................................................................................3VX (two required)
Table height to floor (in.)........................................................................................................................34
Dust port diameter (in.)............................................................................................................................4
Shipping weight with motor, fence and rails (lbs.).................................................................................614
The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, but because of our policy of
continuous improvement, WMH Tool Group reserves the right to change specifications at any time and
without prior notice, without incurring obligations.

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Unpacking
Open shipping container and check for shipping
damage. Report any damage immediately to
your distributor and shipping agent. Do not
discard any shipping material until the Table
Saw is assembled and running properly.
Compare the contents of your container with the
following parts list to make sure all parts are
intact. Missing parts, if any, should be reported
to your distributor. Read the instruction manual
thoroughly for assembly, maintenance and
safety instructions.
Contents of the Shipping Container
Box 1: 1 Table Saw
2 Extension Wings
1 Miter Gauge
1 Owner’s Manual
1 Warranty Card
Box 2: 1 Splitter and Guard Assembly
1 Splitter Support Shaft
2 Arbor Wrenches
1 Hardware Bag*
Box 3: 1 Accu-Fence

1 Lock Handle
1 Accu-Fence Owner’s Manual
Box 4: 1 Front Rail
1 Rear Rail
1 Guide Tube
1 Hardware Bag
Box 5: 1 Motor Cover
2 Self-Tapping Screws
Optional:
Box 6: Formica Top Extension Table
Box 7: Legs for Extension Table
*The contents of the hardware bag are
illustrated below. The contents of the Accu-
Fence

and Rail hardware can be found in the
Accu-Fence

manual.
Contents of Hardware Bag:
Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting set-up
or operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury.

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Installation and Assembly
Tools required for assembly:
7/16, 9/16, 3/8 and 1/2” wrenches
1/8 and 3/32” hex wrenches
Flat head screwdriver
Hammer and wood block (or rubber hammer)
1. Remove box and wood crating completely
from around saw.
2. Use a 9/16” wrench to remove the carriage
bolt, hex nut and washer holding the
extension wings together (Figure 1). Set
extension wings aside for later installation.
3. With a 7/16” wrench, remove the lag screws
(Figure 2) holding the saw to the wood
pallet. Carefully slide the saw from the pallet
onto the floor.
4. Tilt the saw, and pop off the metal tabs
(Figure 2) that secured the saw to the pallet,
by pushing down on them with your foot.
The Table Saw should be placed in an area with
a sturdy level floor, good ventilation and
sufficient lighting. Leave enough space around
the machine for mounting extension wings and
rail assemblies, and loading and off-loading
stock and general maintenance work.
Exposed metal surfaces, such as the table top
and extension wings, have been given a
protective coating at the factory. This should be
removed with a soft cloth moistened with
kerosene. Do not use acetone, gasoline, or
lacquer thinner for this purpose. Do not use
solvents on plastic parts, and do not use an
abrasive pad because it may scratch the
surfaces.
Mounting Extension Wings
1. Mount the cast iron extension wings using
six 3/8-16 x 1 hex head screws and six 3/8
lock washers. See Figure 3. Have an
assistant hold the extension wing up to the
table, and insert the screws and washers.
Finger tighten only.
NOTE: If an assistant is not available, hold
the wing in vertical position up to the saw
table, insert the middle screw and lock
washer finger tight, then pivot the wing to
level position. Insert the other two screws
and washers finger tight.
2. It is important that the front edge of the wing
is flush with the front edge of saw table. See
Figure 4.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4

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3. Level the extension wing with the saw table
across its entire width, using a straight edge
and hammer with block of wood (or rubber
hammer). See Figure 5. As each area of the
wing becomes flush with the table, tighten
the screw under that area. Continue until all
three screws are fully tightened.
4. Repeat for the other extension wing.
Installing Blade
NOTE: The blade must be mounted first before
rails can be adjusted.
To install or replace a blade, proceed as follows:
Use care when working with
or around sharp saw blade.
1. Disconnect machine from power source.
2. Remove table insert, then remove arbor nut
and collar.
3. Install blade, making sure the cutting teeth
at the top of the blade point toward the front
of the saw.
4. Slide the collar on to the arbor and start the
arbor nut on the threads. (NOTE: Right-
hand threads; turn clockwise to tighten.)
Snug the arbor nut against the collar and
blade with the provided arbor wrench, while
holding blade with thumb and finger tips.
5. Wedge a block of wood between the blade
and table to prevent blade rotation, then
tighten the arbor nut securely with the arbor
wrench. See Figure 6.
Mounting Rails and Accu-Fence

With the extension wings properly aligned, the
rail and fence assembly can now be mounted to
the saw. Consult the separate Accu-Fence

manual for instructions.
Optional Wood Extension Table
For instructions on mounting the accessory
wood extension table, or router table, consult
your Accu-Fence

manual.
Splitter and Guard Assembly
1. Insert the grooved end of the splitter support
shaft through slot in rear of saw and into
hole in trunnion. See Figure 7. Make sure
the square head setscrew (A, Figure 8) is
backed out enough to allow easy insertion
of the splitter support shaft.
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8

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2. With a 3/8" wrench, reach through the motor
opening in the stand and tighten the square
head setscrew (A, Figure 8) into the groove
of the shaft. (NOTE: The groove will be in
the proper position if the end of the shaft is
made flush with the opposite side of the
trunnion hole.) Then tighten the hex nut (B,
Figure 8) up against the trunnion.
3. The upright member of the rear splitter
support (C, Figure 9) must be oriented
toward the right of the shaft, as observed
from the rear of the saw.
4. Mount the splitter assembly to the two
adjusting screws. See Figure 9. Place the
two flanges of the splitter assembly onto the
s
crews as shown. Snug the screws. (NOTE:
Make sure the front shield (D, Figure 9)
faces in toward the blade)
5. The splitter and guard assembly must be
aligned with the blade before operating the
saw. Adjust the splitter according to the
directions on page 13, "Splitter Alignment."
Motor Cover
1. Locate the two 1/4-20 self tapping sheet
metal screws and install them in the
punched holes on the saw cabinet. Do not
screw down all the way, but leave the heads
about 1/4" from the surface. See Figure 10.
2. Lift the motor cover over these screws with
the cover's bottom lip inside the saw's
cabinet.
3. Tighten the two screws.
Grounding Instructions
Electrical connections must
be made by a qualified electrician in
compliance with all relevant codes. This
machine must be properly grounded to help
prevent electrical shock and possible fatal
injury.
A power plug is not provided with the Model 66.
You may either connect the proper UL/CSA
listed plug or “hardwire” the machine directly to
your electrical panel provided there is a
disconnect near the machine for the operator.
Consult electrical drawings on pages 33-36 for
further clarification of wiring setup.
This machine must be grounded. Grounding
provides a path of least resistance to help divert
current away from the operator in case of
electrical malfunction.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Recommended Gauges (AWG) of Extension Cords
Extension Cord Length *
Amps 25
feet 50 feet 75 feet 100 feet 150 feet 200 feet
< 5 16 16 16 14 12 12
5 to 8 16 16 14 12 10 NR
8 to 12 14 14 12 10 NR NR
12 to 15 12 12 10 10 NR NR
15 to 20 10 10 10 NR NR NR
21 to 30 10 NR NR NR NR NR
*based on limiting the line voltage drop to 5V at 150% of the
rated amperes.
NR: Not Recommended.
Figure 11

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Make sure the voltage of your power supply
matches the specifications on the motor plate of
the machine.
Extension Cords
If an extension cord is necessary, make sure the
cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on
the machine's motor plate. An undersize cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss
of power and overheating.
The chart in Figure 11 shows the correct size
cord to use based on cord length and motor
plate amp rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number
the heavier the cord.
Adjustments
Blade Raising and Tilting
The front handwheel (A, Figure 12) controls the
raising and lowering of the blade. The side
handwheel (B, Figure 12) controls blade tilt,
which is indicated by the scale (C, Figure 12).
The lock knobs (D, Figure 12) are used to lock
the setting of the handwheels.
Miter Slot Alignment
Disconnect machine from
power source before making this
adjustment.
1. To check the alignment of the mitre slot to
the blade, raise the blade to its maximum
height at the 0 degree (vertical) position.
2. Mark one tooth with a grease pencil and
position the tooth slightly above the top
edge of the table at the front.
3. Raise the miter gauge slightly out of its slot
to serve as a shoulder. Using a combination
square against the side of the bar, slide the
scale over until it touches the tip of the
blade, and lock the scale in position. See
Figure 13.
4. Rotate the marked tooth so that it is slightly
above the table top at the rear and, using
the square as before, check whether the
distance to the blade is the same. See
Figure 14. If the distance is not the same,
loosen the three mounting screws that lock
the table to the cabinet (two in front, one in
back) as shown in Figure 15, and nudge the
table to bring the miter slot in line with the
blade.
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15

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5. The blade must be kept centered with the
slot in the table insert to ensure clearance at
b
oth the 90 degree and 45 degree positions.
After alignment, secure the table to the
cabinet by re-tightening the three mounting
screws (Figure 15).
Tilt Stop Adjustment
Using a combination square, check the 90
degree (0) and 45 degree stops. (Figure 16
shows the 90 degree stop being checked.)
Adjust stop positions if required, using the stop
screws as shown. Check the accuracy of the
pointer at 90 degrees (0) and re-adjust if
required.
Miter Gauge Adjustment
1. Slide the miter gauge into one of the slots
on the table top.
2. The miter gauge is equipped with
individually adjustable index stops at 90
degrees and 45 degrees right and left. The
index stops can be adjusted by loosening
the hex nuts and turning the three adjusting
screws (A, Figure 17) as needed. After
setting each stop, retighten the hex nut.
3. To operate the miter gauge, loosen lock
handle (B, Figure 17) and move the body of
the miter gauge (C, Figure 17) to the
desired angle. The miter gauge body is set
to stop at 0 degrees and 45 degrees left or
right. To move the miter gauge beyond
these points, the stop rod (D, Figure 17),
must be pulled out.
4. If accurate crosscutting work is to be done
using the miter gauge, check its squareness
to the slot with a square as shown in Figure
17. Re-adjust the stop position as required.
Belt Tensioning
The saw is equipped with a set of two matched
belts. If they should need replacement, replace
the complete set.
To tension the belts:
Loosen the hex screw (A, Figure 18) and nut (B,
Figure 18) on the motor bracket. Pivot the motor
and bracket to the right. Retighten screw (A,
Figure 18) and nut (B, Figure 18).
To remove and replace the belts, loosen the
screw (A, Figure 18) and nut (B, Figure 18) and
rotate the motor and bracket to the left as far as
possible. Remove one belt at a time. After
installing new belts, re-tension as indicated.
Figure 16
Figure 17
Figure 18

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Splitter Alignment
One of the most critical adjustments to help
avoid kickback is the splitter adjustment. It
should be checked and readjusted, if required,
after each blade change.
1. Lift the miter gauge bar slightly out of its
slot. Place a combination square against the
side of the raised up miter gauge bar and
slide the scale against the top of the blade
tooth and against the splitter as shown in
Figure 19.
2. Check the splitter for parallelism and for
clearance to the miter slot. If adjustment is
necessary, use the screws at the front
flange and at the rear splitter support.
3. Move the miter gauge to the opposite side
of the blade and using the combination
square, slide the scale against the top of the
tooth and the splitter. Again check for
parallelism and clearance. Clearance should
be approximately equal on both sides of the
blade.
Insert Adjustment
Adjust the setscrews in the insert with a 1/8 hex
wrench to ensure that the insert is stable and
flush with or slightly below the table top. See
Figure 20.
Arbor and Arbor Bearing Removal
1. To remove the saw arbor, first remove the
fence and rails, then remove the three
mounting screws holding the table to the
base (see Figure 15). Lift off the table.
2. Loosen the two set screws in the arbor
sheave (A, Figure 21) and remove the
sheave and key.
3. Loosen the set screw (B, Figure 21) on the
saw raising arm. The arbor assembly and
bearings will slide out of the arm housing.
Blade Raising Mechanism
Adjustment
If binding occurs, clean off all sawdust and pitch
buildup and re-lubricate with a good non-
hardening grease. If binding continues, check
the fit-up of the worm and worm gear segment.
The worm must be centered with the worm gear
segment. If it is not centered, loosen the saw
raising arm set screws, move the arm as
required, and re-lock the set screws. See Figure
22.
Figure 19
Figure 20
Figure 21
Figure 22

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If the saw raising arm has been re-located, the
table may have to be realigned so as to provide
clearance between the saw blade and table
insert slot. The splitter will also have to be
realigned.
NOTE: The saw arm setscrew must be tight to
avoid the possibility of movement which could
cause the blade to hit the insert.
Tilting Mechanism Adjustment
If binding occurs in the tilting mechanism, clean
off the saw dust and pitch accumulation and re-
grease. If binding continues, check the
alignment and readjust as required to center
worm with the worm gear segment on the
trunnion.
If there is excessive play, loosen bracket
mounting screws (A, Figure 23) and turn
adjustment screw (B, Figure 23) clockwise to
raise pinion. A tight mesh without binding is
ideal. Re-tighten mounting screws and check
over the 90 degree to 45 degree range of tilt for
excessive play or binding. Re-adjust if required.
Operating Instructions for
Table Saws
1. Familiarize yourself with the location and
operation of all controls and adjustments
and the use of accessories such as the
miter gauge and rip fence.
2. Serious injury can result from kickbacks
which occur when a work piece binds on the
saw blade or binds between the saw blade
and rip fence or other fixed object. This
binding can cause the work piece to lift up
and be thrown toward the operator. Listed
below are the conditions which can cause
kickbacks:
• Confining the cutoff piece when
crosscutting or ripping.
• Releasing the work piece before
completing the operation or not pushing
the work piece all the way past the saw
blade.
• Not using the splitter when ripping or not
maintaining alignment of the splitter with
the saw blade.
• Using a dull saw blade.
• Not maintaining alignment of the rip
fence so that it tends to angle toward
instead of away from the saw blade
front to back.
Figure 23

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• Applying feed force when ripping to the
cutoff (free) section of the work piece
instead of the section between the saw
blade and fence.
• Ripping wood that is twisted (not flat), or
does not have a straight edge, or has a
twisted grain.
3. To minimize or prevent injury from
kickbacks:
 Avoid conditions listed above.
 Wear a safety face shield, goggles, or
glasses.
 Do not use the miter gauge and rip
fence in the same operation unless
provision is made by use of a facing
board on the fence so as to allow the
cutoff section of the workpiece to come
free before the next cut is started (See
Figure 32).
 As the machine receives use, the
operation of the anti-kickback pawls
should be checked periodically. See
Figure 24. If the pawls do not stop the
reverse motion of a workpiece, re-
sharpen all the points.
 Where possible, keep your face and
body out of line with potential kickbacks
including when starting or stopping the
machine.
4. Dull, badly set, improper, or improperly filed
cutting tools and cutting tools with gum or
r
esin adhering to them can cause accidents.
Never use a cracked saw blade. The use of
a sharp, well maintained, and correct cutting
tool for the operation will help to avoid
injuries.
5. Support the workpiece properly and hold it
firmly against the gauge or fence. Use a
push stick or push block when ripping short,
narrow (6" width or less), or thin workpieces.
Use a push block or miter gauge hold-down
when dadoing or molding.
6. For increased safety in crosscutting, use an
auxiliary wood facing attached to the miter
gauge using the holes provided in the
gauge, Figure 25.
7. Never use the fence as a length stop when
crosscutting. Do not hold or touch the free
end or cutoff section of a workpiece. On
through-sawing operations, the cutoff
section must NOT be confined.
8. Always keep your hands out of the line of
the saw blade and never reach back of the
cutting blade with either hand to hold the
workpiece.
Figure 24
Figure 25

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9. Bevel ripping cuts should always be made
with the fence on the right side of the saw
blade so that the blade tilts away from the
fence and minimizes the possibility of the
work binding and the resulting kickback.
Rip Sawing
1. Ripping is where the work piece is fed with
the grain into the saw blade using the fence
as a guide and a positioning device to
ensure the desired width of cut. See Figure
26.
Before starting a rip cut, be
sure the fence is clamped securely and
aligned properly.
Never rip freehand or use the miter gauge in
combination with the fence.
Never rip workpieces shorter than the saw
blade diameter.
Never reach behind the blade with either
hand to hold down or remove the cutoff
piece with the saw blade rotating.
2. Always use the saw guard, splitter and anti-
kickback pawls. Make sure the splitter is
properly aligned. When wood is cut along
the grain, the kerf tends to close and bind
on the blade and kickbacks can occur.
NOTE: A caution decal is installed on the
guard and splitter assembly, warning of the
hazard of misalignment.
3. The rip fence should be set for the width of
the cut by using the scale on the front rail, or
by measuring the distance between the
blade and fence. See Figure 27. Stand out
of line with the saw blade and workpiece to
avoid sawdust and splinters coming off the
blade or a kickback, if one should occur.
4. If the workpiece does not have a straight
edge, provide one by nailing an auxiliary
straight edged board on it to slide along the
fence. To cut properly, the board must make
good contact with the table. If it is warped,
turn the hollow side down.
5. In ripping, use one hand to hold the board
down against the fence or fixture, and the
other to push it into the blade between the
blade and the fence. If the workpiece is
narrower than 6" or shorter than 12", use a
push stick or push block to push it through
between the fence and saw blade. See
Figure 28.
Figure 26
Figure 27
Figure 28

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6. Never push in a location such that the
pushing hand is in line with the blade. Move
the hand serving as a hold-down a safe
distance from the blade as the cut nears
completion.
7. For very narrow ripping where a push stick
cannot be used, use a push block or
auxiliary fence. Always push the workpiece
completely past the blade at the end of a cut
to minimize the possibility of a kickback.
8. When ripping long boards, use a support at
the front of the table, such as a roller stand,
and a support or "tailman" at the rear as
shown in Figure 29.
9. Never use the rip fence beyond the point
where the carriage is flush with the end of
the rails.
10. Have the blade extend about 1/8" above the
top of the workpiece. Exposing the blade
above this point can be hazardous.
Resawing
1. Resawing is a ripping operation in which
thick boa
r
ds are cut into thinner ones.
Narrow boards up to 3" can be resawn in
one pass. Wider boards up to 6" must be
resawn in two passes.
2. In resawing wider boards, adjust the blade
height so as to overlap the two cuts by 1/2"
as shown in Figure 30. Too deep a first cut
can result in binding and possible kickbacks
on the second cut. Always use the same
side of the board against the fence for both
cuts.
Crosscutting
1. Crosscutting is where the workpiece is fed
cross grain into the saw blade using the
miter gauge to support and position the
workpiece. See Figure 31. Crosscutting
should never be done freehand nor should
the fence be used as an end stop unless an
auxiliary block is clamped in front of the
blade area such that the cutoff piece comes
free of the block before cutting starts. See
Figure 32. Length stops should not be used
on the free end of the workpiece in the
cutoff area.
2. Do not
crosscut workpieces shorter than 6".
Before starting a cut, be sure the miter
gauge is securely clamped at the desired
angle. Hold the workpiece firmly against the
t
able and back against the miter gauge.
Always use the saw guard and splitter and
make sure the splitter is properly aligned.
Figure 29
Figure 30
Figure 31
Figure 32

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3. For 90 degree crosscutting, most operators
prefer to use the left-hand miter gauge slot.
When using it in this position, hold the
workpiece against the miter gauge with the
left hand and use the right hand to advance
the workpiece, as shown in Figure 32. When
using the right hand slot for miter and
compound crosscutting so that the blade
tilts away from the miter gauge, the hand
positions are reversed.
4. When using the miter gauge, the workpiece
must be held firmly and advanced smoothly
at a slow rate. If the workpiece is not held
firmly, it can vibrate causing it to bind on the
blade and dull the saw teeth.
5. To improve the effectiveness of the miter
gauge in crosscutting, some users mount an
auxiliary wooden extension face (with a
glued-on strip of sandpaper) to the miter
gauge as shown in Figure 33.
6. Provide auxiliary support for any workpiece
extending beyond the table top with a
tendency to sag and lift up off the table.
7. Stop rods can be used in the holes provided
in the miter gauge for repetitive work of
equal length. Do not use a stop rod on the
free end of a workpiece. It should be used
on the side of the miter gauge opposite the
saw blade.
8. Have the blade extend about 1/8" above the
top of the workpiece. Exposing the blade
above this point can be hazardous.
Bevel and Miter Operations
1. A bevel cut is a special type of operation
where the saw blade is tilted at an angle
less than 90 degrees to the table top. See
Figure 34. Operations are performed in the
same manner as ripping or crosscutting
except the fence or miter gauge should be
used on the right-hand side of the saw blade
to provide added safety in avoiding a
binding action between the saw blade and
the table top. When beveling with the miter
gauge, the workpiece must be held firmly to
prevent creeping.
2. Crosscuts made at an angle to the edge of
the workpiece are called miters. See Figure
35. Set and secure the miter gauge at the
required angle, and make the cut the same
as a normal crosscut except the workpiece
must be held extra firmly to prevent
creeping.
Figure 33
Figure 34
Figure 35

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NOTE: When making compound miters
(with blade tilted) use the miter gauge in the
right hand slot to provide more hand
clearance and safety.
3. Have the blade extend only 1/8" above the
top of the workpiece. Exposing the blade
above this point can be hazardous.
Dado Cutting
Dadoing is cutting a wide groove into a
workpiece or cutting a rabbet along the edge of
a workpiece. A dado insert, shown in Figure 36,
is necessary for this type of operation.
Do not use the standard
table insert for dadoing operations.
The process of cutting 1/8" to 13/16" grooves in
workpieces is accomplished by the use of a
stacked dado blade set or an adjustable blade
mounted on the saw arbor.
By using various combinations of the stacked
dado blades, or properly setting the dial on an
adjustable blade, an accurate width dado can be
made. This is very useful for shelving, making
joints, tenoning, etc.
The guard, splitter, and anti-kickback pawls
supplied with the saw should be used for all
cutting operations where they can be used.
When performing operations where the guard
can not be used, as in some dadoing
operations, alternative safety precautions should
be taken. These include push sticks, feather
boards, filler pieces, fixtures, jigs and any other
appropriate device that can be utilized to keep
operator's hands away from the blade.
Upon completion of the operation requiring
removal of the guard, the entire guard assembly
must be placed back on the machine in its
proper working order.
Never use a dado head in a
tilted position. Never operate the saw
without the guard, splitter and anti-kickback
pawls for operations where they can be
used.
Safety Devices
Feather Board (Figure 37).
The feather board should be made of straight
grain hardwood approximately 1" thick and 4" to
8" wide depending on the size of the machine.
The length is developed in accordance with
intended use.
Feather boards can be fastened to the table or
rip fence by use of C-clamps.
Figure 36
Figure 37

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Alternatively, drilled and tapped holes in the
table top allow the use of wing nuts and washers
as a method of clamping. If this method of
fastening is used, provide slots in the feather
board for adjustment.
Figure 37 shows a method of attaching and use
of the feather board as a vertical comb. The
horizontal application is essentially the same
except that the attachment is to the table top.
Filler Piece (Figure 38).
A filler piece is necessary for narrow ripping and
permits the guard to remain on the machine. It
also provides space for the safe use of a push
stick.
Push Block & Push Stick (Figures 39 & 40).
These items help feed the workpiece along
fence and blade while keeping the operator's
hands at a safe distance from the blade.
Maintenance
Good saw operation requires periodic preventive
maintenance.
Keep the inside of the cabinet and trunnion area
clean. A stiff brush will remove sawdust before
it cakes and pitch or gum is easily removed with
a commercial solvent or with a good oven
cleaner. To accomplish this, remove the table
by removing the three mounting screws (see
Figure 15) and exposing the working
mechanisms of the saw. After cleaning the tilting
and raising worm and worm gear segments and
the trunnions, grease these three areas with a
good grade non-hardening grease.
Check periodically for excessive play in the
tilting and raising mechanism and in the saw
arbor and re-adjust as required.
Check periodical
l
y for belt tension and wear.
Readjust or replace belts as required.
The table surface must be kept clean and free of
rust for best results. Apply a coat of paste wax
to the surface to facilitate this. An alternative is
to apply white talcum powder, rubbed in
vigorously once a week with a blackboard
eraser; this will fill casting pores and form a
moisture barrier. This method provides a table
top that is slick and allows rust rings to be easily
wiped from the surface. Important also is the
fact that talcum powder will not stain wood or
mar finishes as wax pickup does.
Figure 38
Figure 39