General Information; Cleaning; Lubrication; Maintenance - RIDGID SP6263 Owner's Manual

General Information

When new, the saw requires no lubrication.
The saw has been partially aligned and all
bearings are lubricated and sealed for life. In
time, in order to keep the saw in good work-
ing order, it will be necessary to clean, lubri-
cate and re-align.
WARNING
To avoid shock, burns, or lacerations
from accidental start up of saw, turn
power switch off and unplug saw
before doing maintenance or servicing
saw.

Cleaning

Periodically remove any heavy build-up of
sawdust that may accumulate on the saw.
The absorbing tendency of sawdust will draw
lubricants away from the areas where they
are needed. Wipe the carriage bearings and
track surfaces with a dry or lightly oiled cloth.
To avoid motor damage due to sawdust
build-up, which interferes with normal motor
ventilation, vacuum the motor often.

Lubrication

Do not lubricate motor bearings, carriage
bearings, or the area between the miter lock
and the column tube. Motor and carriage
bearings are sealed and do not need added
lubrication.
Areas that should be lubricated periodically
are the bevel index pin, swivel index pin, and
column tube.
You can lubricate other points if necessary,
but only when sticking or binding occurs.
Use a small amount of SAE No. 1OW30
automotive engine oil. Excess oil attracts air-
born dust and sawdust.
Apply a few drops of oil to top of pin and
allow to flow down sides of pin. Move pin up
and down in its housing to work the oil over
side of pin.
Cam Surface
Bevel Index Pin
Cam Surface
Swivel Index Pin
Lubricate
Column Tube

Maintenance

Oil Here
Oil Here
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