Maintenance - RIDGID R4540 Operator's Manual

To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before cleaning or
servicing, before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting and when making repairs. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
KEEP MACHINE CLEAN
Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth.
NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.
Wear certified safety equipment for eye, hearing and respiratory protection while using compressed air.
For best performance use a shop vacuum or blower to keep saw blade area, the dust collection system, the guarding system and rails
free of saw dust and other debris.
MAINTENANCE REMINDERS
Wear certified safety equipment for eye, hearing and respiratory protection while using compressed air.
Specific areas which require regular maintenance include:
RIVING KNIFE CLAMP PLATE: Keep this area free of dust and debris buildup. Blow out area regularly with compressed air.
NOTE: If the riving knife clamp can't move freely, have the saw serviced by authorized Ridgid
BEVEL GEARS: Keep the bevel gears free of dust and debris buildup. Blow out area regularly with compressed air. Use a lithium-based
multipurpose grease as needed on these gears.
CLEAN SAWDUST BUILDUP OUT OF CABINET PERIODICALLY:
NOTE: Debris can also be removed from the saw from below the throat plate, inside the dust port.

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