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MAINTENANCE
This table saw requires very little maintenance other than minor lubrication and cleaning. The
following sections detail what will need to be done in order to assure continued operation of your
saw. Proper maintenance can increase the life expectancy of your machine.
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Check daily for any unsafe conditions and fix immediately.
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Check that all nuts and bolts are properly tightened.
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On a weekly basis clean the machine and the area around it.
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Apply rust inhibitive lubricant to all non-painted surfaces.
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Inspect/test the ON/OFF switch before each use. Do not operate the saw with a damaged
switch - replace a damaged switch immediately.
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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.
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Keep the saw table clean and free of dust, pitch or glue. An occasional light coating of paste
wax can be use to protect the cast-iron surface.
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Occasionally open the cabinet and brush off and vacuum out accumulated dust from inside
the cabinet and on the blade tilting gears and on or around the motor.
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Periodically inspect the power cord for damage. To minimize the risk of electric shock or fire,
never operate the saw with a damaged power cord. Replace a damaged power cord at the
first sign of damage.
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To minimize airborne dust particles periodically inspect all dust collection fittings
– re-tighten
as needed.
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Check the drive belt for tightness. It should be snug but not overly tight.
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Use a mill file to remove any nicks or dings from the infeed or outfeed tables.
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Verify that the spreader/riving knife is aligned with the blade.
Cleaning
Cleaning the saw is relatively easy. Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off the
remaining dust with a dry cloth. If any resin has built up, use a resin dissolving cleaner to
remove it.
After cleaning, treat all unpainted cast iron and steel with a non-staining lubricant.
Occasionally it will become necessary to clean the internal parts with more than a vacuum. To
do this, remove the table top and clean the internal parts with resin/pitch dissolver or mineral
spirits and a stiff wire brush or steel wool.
Make sure the internal workings are dry before using the saw again, so that wood dust will not
accumulate. If any essential lubrication is removed during cleaning, re-lubricate those areas.
WARNING:
Make sure the electrical disconnect is OFF before working on
the machine. Maintenance should be performed on a regular basis following proper
safety precautions.
