Craftex CX205, User Manual

Page 1: ...CX205 10 CX206 12 LEFT TILT TABLE SAWS User Manual ...

Page 2: ...witch 12 Installing the Blade 12 Fence Tape Scale 13 Blade Guard Anti Kick Back Pawls 13 Table Insert 14 Arbor Extension 14 Connecting to a Dust Collector 14 Basic Controls 15 Test Run 15 Adjustments Blade Alignment 16 Blade Height Adjustment 16 Blade Tilt Adjustment 16 Fence Adjustment 16 Adjusting the Riving Knife 17 Miter Gauge Adjustment 17 Operations Rip Cutting 18 Cross Cutting 18 Miter Cutt...

Page 3: ...E ALERT DO NOT use prescription or other drugs that may affect your ability or judgment to safely use your machine DISCONNECT the power source when changing drill bits hollow chisels router bits shaper heads blades knives or making other adjustments or repairs NEVER leave a tool unattended while it is in operation NEVER reach over the table when the tool is in operation ALWAYS keep blades knives a...

Page 4: ...as come to a complete stop and the power switch has been turned to the OFF position and cord is unplugged NEVER attempt to cut stock freehand always use the rip fence or miter gauge ALWAYS make sure that the rip fence is properly squared to the saw blade to prevent kickback ALWAYS make sure that your saw is in a stable position Cutting heavy long stock may alter the stability of the saw In the eve...

Page 5: ...are and safety procedures should be adhered to Motor 3 HP 220 V Single Phase TEFC Motor Blade Guard Riving Knife CSA Approved UL897 Compliant Mitre Gauge T Slot Mitre Gauge Drive System Triple V Belt Drive Rip Fence T Type Heavy Duty Rip Fence Cam Lever w Optical Cursor Arbor Extension Included Table Size 27 x 36 with Extension Wings Arbor Tilt Left Tilting Blade Speed 4 140 RPM Floor to Table Hei...

Page 6: ...care and safety procedures should be adhered to Motor 3 HP 220 V Single Phase TEFC Motor Blade Guard Riving Knife CSA Approved UL897 Compliant Mitre Gauge T Slot Mitre Gauge Drive System Triple V Belt Drive Rip Fence T Type Heavy Duty Rip Fence Cam Lever w Optical Cursor Arbor Extension Included Arbor Tilt Left Tilting Table Size 30 x 48 with Extension Wings Blade Speed 4 140 RPM Floor to Table He...

Page 7: ...6 Left Tilt Table Saw Physical Features Blade Guard Fence Miter Gauge Fence Lock Knob Blade Tilt Hand Wheel Magnetic Switch Blade Tilt Lock Blade Height Hand Wheel Blade Height Lock Front Fence Rail Rear Fence Rail ...

Page 8: ...nothing has been damaged during transit Open the crate and check that the machine is in a good condition Figure 1 Inverntory List of Contents A Table Saw 1 B Table Extensions 2 C Cabinet Door 1 D Rip Fence 1 E Front Rear Rails 3 F Blade 1 Figure 2 Inventory List of Contents G Miter Gauge 1 H Blade Guard 1 I Push Stick 1 J Lock Knob 1 K Hand wheel 2 L Dado Insert 1 M Extension Table Legs Optional 2...

Page 9: ...e line is properly wired Figure 3 220 Volts Outlet for CX205 CX206 It is strongly recommended not to use extension cords with your CX205 CX206 Always try to position your machine close to the power source so that you do not need to use extension cords When it is necessary to use an extension cord make sure the extension cord does not exceed 50 feet in length and the cord is 12 gauge to prevent mot...

Page 10: ...d with the parts of the machine Simply slide the hand wheel on shaft secure it with a set screw provided See figure 5 Figure 5 Installing blade height hand wheel Insert the crank handle into the hand wheel shaft and secure it by rotating a few turns Figure 6 Installing blade tilt hand wheel Extension Wings Remove all the screws from the end of the main table and clean mating surfaces of the main t...

Page 11: ...r and screws provided Place the rail tube on the front rail and secure it using screws and washers Figure 8 Installing the front rail Install the rear rail in the same manner and make sure that the top edge of the rear rail is flush with the lowest edge of the T bolts so that the miter gauge slides smoothly when installed Figure 9 Installing the rear rail Fence Assembly and the Miter Gauge Place t...

Page 12: ... on the blade itself or on its package CX205 2 5mm Thick Riving Knife Only use for 10 diameter with 3 0mm minimum kerf width and 2 0mm maximum body thickness CX206 2 5mm Thick Riving Knife Only use for 12 diameter with 3 0mm minimum kerf width and 2 0mm maximum body thickness First remove the blade flange and the arbor nut Check that the mounting hole of the blade matches the diameter of the arbor...

Page 13: ...ow is over 0 on the tape and tighten the screws Blade Guard Anti Kick Back Pawls Take your blade guard and place the slot for the blade body over the riving knife Locate the middle notch of the riving knife and insert the rear pin of the blade guard into that notch After insert the front pin at the blade guard into the front notch of the riving knife Ensure the blade guard is in the correct positi...

Page 14: ...blade insert if necessary Arbor Extension First clean off the taper and threads of the arbor You can use a dry lubricant when installing the arbor for best results Next install the arbor extension into the spindle The standard extension for the CX206 12 blade is 1 in O D x 3 in length Insert a 8mm hex wrench into the 8mm socket at the outboard end of the arbor extension and thread the arbor in by ...

Page 15: ... off buttons turns the motor on and off TEST RUN Once you have assembled your machine completely then it is time for a test run to make sure that the machine works properly and is ready for operation During the test run if there is any unusual noise coming from the machine or the machine vibrates strangely stop the machine immediately and disconnect from the power source and investigate if you can...

Page 16: ...oosen the knob and turn the hand wheel to set the blade at the desired height Rotate the knob clock wise and tighten it back Figure 16 Blade height hand wheel Blade Tilt Adjustment The blade can be tilted at any angle between 90 degree and 45 degree and the blade tilt is controlled by the hand wheel on the side of the saw cabinet There are positive stops at both 45 and 90 degrees The tilt angle di...

Page 17: ...ring the riving knife in line with your saw blade Again you will want to ensure that the gap between the blade and the riving knife is even from 3mm to 8mm in radius After you have properly adjusted and aligned your riving knife tighten the socket head cap screws Miter Gauge Adjustment The gauge supplied with the CX205 CX206 table saw is equipped with individually adjustable stops at 90 and 45 deg...

Page 18: ...rk the work piece where you want to start the cut from and make sure the mitre gauge is at a 90 position on the mitre slot Place the work piece on the table so that the marked point is aligned with the blade and hold the work piece against the mitre gauge and turn the hand wheel to set the blade approximately above the work piece Turn the table saw ON and feed the work piece against the blade Mite...

Page 19: ...n buffed dry 5 Regularly vacuum all sawdust from the saw s interior and vacuum the motor openings as well 6 Lubricate the trunnion and worm gears with quality white grease on a regular basis 7 Lubricate all moving parts internal bearings and wear surfaces being very careful not to allow any lubricant to come in contact with areas where wood will contact 8 Check drive belts for wear and correct ten...

Page 20: ...X205 Model CX206EXT for CX206 Sliding Table Attachment Smooth Gliding Sliding Table Allows for Cutting Larger Stock 30 x18 cast iron table with 12 extension Swing arm support Will fit CX205 CX206 Model CX205ST Carbide Dado Sets High Quality Dado Sets for Chip Free Dados Model CBT016 Dado Set for Solid Woods Model CBT017 Dado Set for Laminates Plywoods Ear Protection Model B2517 Model B2756 Digital...

Page 21: ...21 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 22: ...22 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW BLADE GUARD PARTS BREAKDOWN ...

Page 23: ...23 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW BLADE GUARD PARTS LIST ...

Page 24: ...24 CX205 CX206 Extension Table optional Model CX205EXT CX206EXT ...

Page 25: ...25 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW FENCE PARTS BREAKDOWN ...

Page 26: ...26 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW OPTIONAL EXTENSION TABLE FENCE PARTS LIST ...

Page 27: ...27 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW TILT AND HEIGHT MECHANISM PARTS BREAKDOWN ...

Page 28: ...28 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW TILT AND HEIGHT MECHANISM PARTS LIST ...

Page 29: ...29 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW TABLE BASE PARTS BREAKDOWN ...

Page 30: ...30 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW TABLE BASE PARTS LIST ...

Page 31: ...31 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW MOTOR PARTS BREAKDOWN ...

Page 32: ...32 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW MOTOR PARTS LIST ...

Page 33: ...33 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW ARBOR RIVING KNIFE PARTS BREAKDOWN ...

Page 34: ...34 CX205 CX206 LEFT TILT TABLE SAW ARBOR RIVING KNIFE PARTS LIST ...

Page 35: ...er handy All returned merchandise will be subject to a minimum charge of 15 for re stocking and handling with the following qualifications Returns must be pre authorized by us in writing We do not accept collect shipments Items returned for warranty purposes must be insured and shipped pre paid to the nearest warehouse Returns must be accompanied with a copy of your original invoice as proof of pu...