Accessories; Troubleshooting - RIDGID R4518T Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE
BRUSH REPLACEMENT
See Figure 73.
 Unplug the saw.
 Lower blade completely and bevel to 45º. Lock the blade.
 Turn saw upside down.
 Remove brush caps with a screwdriver.
NOTE: Brush assembly is spring load and will pop out
when brush cap is removed.
 Remove brush assemblies and check for wear.
 Replace both brushes when either has less than 1/4 in.
length of carbon remaining. Do not replace one side
without replacing the other.
 Reassemble using new brush assemblies by reversing the
steps listed above. Make sure curvature of brush matches
curvature of motor and that brush moves freely in brush
tube.
 Tighten all brush caps securely. Do not overtighten.

ACCESSORIES

Look for these accessories where you purchased this product or call 1-866-539-1710:
 Dado Throat Plate ........................................................................................................................................089240028701
 Flip Top Portable Work Support ..............................................................................................................................AC9934
WARNING:
Current attachments and accessories available for use with this product are listed above. Do not use any
attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or
accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
Excess vibration.
Rip fence does not move smoothly.
BRUSH
CAP
Cause
Blade is out of balance.
Blade is damaged.
Saw is not mounted securely.
Work surface is uneven.
Blade is warped.
Rip fence not mounted correctly.
Rails are dirty or sticky.
Adjusting nut is out of adjustment.
50 − English
BRUSH
ASSEMBLY
Solution
Replace blade.
Replace blade.
Tighten all hardware.
Reposition on flat surface.
Check saw blade installation.
Remount the rip fence.
Clean rails.
Adjust adjusting nut.
BRUSH
CAP
Fig. 73