Parker Products PTS-250, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ... production however Parker Products Ltd may make modifications to the product without notification This Table Saw has been designed for personal and private use only The product is to be used only for its prescribed purpose any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse The user operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this Pleas...

Page 3: ... this machine if it has been damaged of is in need of replacement parts INSPECT the entire unit for loose fasteners Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly installed DO NOT start cutting until you have a clear cutting area and a secure footing WATCH OUT for children pets open windows etc and blow debris safely away ALWAYS shut off the machine whilst not in use ALL MAINTENANCE other than ...

Page 4: ... SHIELDS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING DO NOT TOUCH THE MOVING PARTS OF THE MACHINE UNTIL THEY ARE COMPLETELY STOPPED KEEP BY STANDERS AWAY WARNING Risk of entanglement WARNING Never to touch the spark plug or plug cord while the machine is in operation Doing so may result in being subjected to an electrical shock WASTE ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS SHOULD NOT BE DISPOSED OF WITH HOUSEHOLD WASTE PLEASE RECYCLE WH...

Page 5: ...ion in the workplace is given in BS EN ISO 5349 1 2001 BS EN ISO 5349 2 2002 Many factors can influence the actual vibration level during operation e g the work surfaces condition and orientation and the type and condition of the machine being used Before each use such factors should be assessed and where possible appropriate working practices adopted Managing these factors can help reduce the eff...

Page 6: ...General Power Tool Safety Warnings Work area safety a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gasses or dust power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or gasses c Keep children and bystanders away while operating power tool Distractions can cause you to lo...

Page 7: ... are easier to control g Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation 5 General Power Tool Safety Warnings Service a Have your power tool serviced by identical replacement parts Thi...

Page 8: ...rry the current your machine will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and possible overheating Always use safety glasses Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty Everyday eyeglases only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses Maintain tools with care Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance Fo...

Page 9: ...OX TABLE EXTENSIONS 2x LEGS 4x LEG BRACES 2x LONG 2x SHORT RUBBER FEET 4x TABLE EXTENSION SUPPORT STRUTS 2x LONG 2x SHORT FENCE RAIL JOINING TONGUE MITRE GAUGE BLADE GUARD RIP FENCE PUSH STICK EXTRACTION HOSE SUPPLIED HARDWARE 8 HEX HEAD SCREWS PRE INSALLED IN MAIN BODY RIVING KNIFE HEXHEADSCREWS FLANGENUTS COACHBOLT HEXCAPSCREW SMALLNUTS 32x 31x 7x 1x 2x ...

Page 10: ... PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT FEATURES SLIDING MITRE GAUGE PROTRACTOR SCALE HAND WHEEL TILT KNOB PUSH STICK BLADE SPANNERS BLADE BLADE GUARD EXTRACTION POINT ON OFF SWITCH RIP FENCE EXTRACTION HOSE RIVING KNIFE ...

Page 11: ...rews and tighten by hand at this stage Be sure that the moulding on the body engages with the slot on the legs Repeat the process of fitting the legs tightening all hex head screws by hand 4 ATTACH LEGS REPEAT PROCESS NOTE Be sure to check that the retaining plates for the body bolts are in place before attempting to assemble the stand NOTE Do not fully tighten the bolts fully at this stage of the...

Page 12: ...and flange nuts to fit the table extension Pay paticular attention to the holes used to attach the extension as if postioned inccorectly the next step will not be possible Using a hex head screw fix the support struts in place tightening at the machine side by hand Align the screw holes on the table extensions with those on the table 1 ATTACH TABLE EXTENSION 2 BOLT ON TABLE EXTENSION 3 EXTENSION S...

Page 13: ...sion support struts tightening the outward hex head screw by hand 4 EXTENSION SUPPORT STRUT 5 ATTACH STRUT TO BODY 6 REPEAT PROCESS 2 3 PUSH STICK HANGER ATTACH REAR CANTILEVERS Attach both the cantilever braces to the rear legs this stabilises the saw and gives extra support Attach the Push stick hanger using the hex cap screw and two small nuts We have shown the hanger on the front right leg but...

Page 14: ...he dual read scale should read zero If not repositon the rail until the dual read scale reads zero ATTACH THE COACH BOLTS Attach all 7 coach bolts utilising the suplied flange nuts 3 to the main body 2 to each extension Tighten by hand NOTE Do not fully tighten the coach bolts until the Fence rail is central on the machine Slide the fence rail over the protruding bolts and position the rail centra...

Page 15: ...e bolt the plate will hold the riving knife against the body of the machine You can adjust the riving knife as required by loosening the bolt and plate and positioning as required The edge of the blade should be between 3 5mm from the teeth of the blade With the adjustment complete reinstall the previously removed access panel Check the riving knife at regular intervals for wear or damage WARNING ...

Page 16: ...lade 1 TOP BLADE GUARD 2 FIT GUARD TO RIVING KNIFE Raise the cutting blade to the full height Fully reveal the riving knife The locating pin on the guard should be fitted into the top edge of the knife using the wing nut thumb screw Do not over tighten To adjust loosen the wing nut and move the blade guard into the position The guard should be set at an appropriate level for the thickness of the m...

Page 17: ...itioned if required Loosen wing nuts and slide for ward or backward as desired 1 RIP FENCE 2 CHECK THE RIP FENCE IS PARALLEL 4 ALIGN TO BLADE 6 LOCKING LEVER 3 ADJUST The rip fence guide provides a window to see the measurement scale on the fence rail This can be used to aid setting the cutting distance from the blade to the rip fence It is a useful guide does not supplant the need to mark out 5 T...

Page 18: ...gauge to the angle that you require Once the angle is set tighten the red handle The adjustable face plate is held in the protractor base with two wing nuts loosen to adjust and then tighten to secure 4 TIGHTEN THE MITRE GAUGE 1 THE MITRE GAUGE The sliding mitre gauge can be repositioned as re quired and is fully adjustable NOTE The Mitre Gauge can be used either side of blade and runs in either o...

Page 19: ... PUSH STICK The push stick is for safe cutting essential for cuts less than 300mm This ensures that your hand is never in close proximity to the cutting blade The push stick is stored on the right hand front leg Simply hang it on the hex socket screw cap held in place by the small nuts check the what s in the box section WARNING The Push Stick should aways be used when making cuts of less than 300...

Page 20: ...AISING THE BLADE 2 LOWERING THE BLADE To raise the blade simply turn the wheel clockwise in the normal position To lower the blade simply turn the wheel in its normal position anti clockwise 6 SECURING BLADE ANGLE Lock off into position when you have the required angle by tightening the red locking knob WARNING Only make adjustments to the machine when the mains supply is switched off and the blad...

Page 21: ... on the blade corresponds to that on the machine Refit the outer flange Check that both flanges are in contact with the blade Tighten all nuts firmly into place 1 CHANGING THE BLADE 2 REMOVE ACCESS PANEL Completely disconnect the saw from the power supply Remove the Top blade guard See ASSEMBLY TOP BLADE GUARD for full details Remove access panel by loosening the screw Set plate and securing screw...

Page 22: ... clean the Table Saw as this can damage plastic and any printed safety labels present on the machine 1 REMOVE ALL SAW DUST 3 WIPE WITH DAMP CLOTH Use a workshop Air line or a vacuum to remove any saw dust from hard to reach places Finer dust will settle within recesses on the table surface and near the blade 2 AIR LINE VACUUM THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK WARNING Never use solvents t...

Page 23: ...ine and coarse steel wool Incorrect blade for work Change the blade Gum or pitch on table causing erratic feed Clean table with turpentine and steel wool and apply wax TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Material kicked back from blade slot Rip fence out of alignment Align rip fence with blade Riving knife not aligned with blade Align riving knife with blade Feeding stock without rip f...

Page 24: ...e material or damage for period of 12 months from the date of purchase A proof of purchase must be provided with the product In case of any fault please return the product to Parker Products Ltd or an authorised repair agent If any fault is caused by defective materials or quality of build repair will be carried out free of charge However this guarantee does not apply in the case of normal wear an...

Page 25: ... Email info parkerbrand co uk Web www parkerbrand co uk Conforms to the requirements of the Directives as indicated and the following harmonised standard s EN 55014 1 2006 A2 2011 EN 55014 1 2017 EN 55014 2 1997 A2 2008 EN 55014 2 2015 EN 61000 3 2 2014 EN 61000 3 11 2000 EN 62841 1 2015 EN 62841 3 1 2014 A11 2017 Having been type examined to the requirements of the directives by TÜV SÜD Product S...

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