28 SawStop 10” Contractor Saw
To install the table insert, hold it at a slight angle, with the lock-down lever rotated upwards and the rear of
the insert lower than the front (see Fig. 27). Slide the rear of the insert around the spreader or riving knife
and against the back of the table opening so
that the heads of the rear lock down screws in
the bottom of the insert slide under the heads of
the lock down screws in the table opening (see
Fig. 28). Then, with the lock-down lever rotated
upwards, lower the front end of the insert into
the table opening until the insert lies flat. Finally,
rotate the lock-down lever all the way down so
that it fits along the edge of the table insert. Be
certain that no part of the table insert extends up
beyond the table surface; it should be flush or
just below the table surface.
Do not attempt to make a dado cut through the
standard table insert because the dado set will
hit the steel frame on the inside of the insert and
activate the brake cartridge. There is an optional
zero-clearance table insert accessory specifically
designed for dado cuts (see page 103).
Preparing Your Saw for Use
Saw Placement
Position the saw on a level surface away from sources of moisture and electrical noise. Make sure there is
sufficient room to allow free access to all sides of the saw.
Table Insert Removal and Installation
Your saw is shipped with a high-quality, zero-clearance table insert. The insert is factory-adjusted to fit securely
in the table opening and below the table surface. If you wish to perform additional adjustment on the insert,
see page 68 for instructions.
The rear of the table insert is held in
place by two lock down screws in the
bottom rear of the insert and two lock
down screws in the table opening. It
is held down in the front by latches
formed at the ends of a rotating lock-
down lever. The lock-down lever allows
you to easily remove the insert without
the use of tools.
WARNING!
Never operate the saw without the table insert in place.
CAUTION!
Do not use table inserts with metal or other electrically-conductive parts that
could contact the blade. This can cause the brake to be activated unnecessarily.
rear lock down screw
in table opening
hold insert at a slight angle to table
when installing or removing
rear lock down
screw in insert
rear lock down
screws
WARNING!
Always turn off the main power switch and unplug the
power cord before removing or installing the table insert on your saw.
Fig. 27
Fig. 28
