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Glossary of Terms for Woodworking (continued)
Rip Cut
A cutting operation along the lenglh of the workpiece.
Sawblade Path
The area oi the workpiece or table top directly in line with
either the tmvetof the blade or the part of the workpiece
which will be, or has been cut by the blade.
Set
The distance that the tip of the sawblade tooth is bent (or
set) outward from the face of the blade.
Throw-Back
Throwing of pieces in a manner similar to a kickback.
Thru-Sawing
Any cutting operation
where
the blade extends
com-
pletely through lhe thickness of the workpiece.
Trailing End
The workpiece end last cut by the blade in a rippingoper-
ation.
Workpiece
The item on which the cutting operation
is being per-
lormed. The surfaces
of a workpiece
are commonly
referred to as faces, ends, and edges.
Motor Specifications
and Electrical Requirements
Power Supply and Motor Specifications
The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonrevers-
ible type having the following specifications:
Maximum Developed HP ........................................
2-1/2
Voltage ......................................................................
120
Amperes ......................................................................
13
Hedz (Cycles) ............................................................
60
Phase ...................................................................
Single
RPM .........................................................................
4700
Rotation of Shaft ................................
Counterclockwise
WARNING:
To avoid electrical
hazards,
fire
haz-
ards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit pro-
tection. Yoursaw
is wired at the factory
for 120v
operation. Connect to a 120v, 15-amp branch
cir-
worn
or cut, or damaged
in any way,
have it
• replaced immediately.
Polarized
Plug
Your unit has a plug that looks like the one shown below.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
WARNING:
Damaged
power
cords
can
cause
shock or fires.
If the power cord is worn, cut, or
damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.
tion.
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IMPORTANT. To avoid motor damag
, this motor should
WARNING:
Double
insulation
does
not take the l
be blown out or vacuumed frequently to keep sawdust
place of normal safety precautions when operating
from interfering with normal motor ventilation,
this tool.
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1, Connect this tool to a 120v, 15-amp branch circuit With
DANGER: To avoid electrocution:
1. Use only identical replacement
parts when ser-
vicing a tool with double
insulation. Servicing
should be performed by a qualified service tech-
nician.
2. Do not expose to rain, use in damp location or
where floor is wet.
This tool is intended
for indoor residential
use
only.
a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. Using the
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2.1f the motor won t st rt,_tumth
wit h OFF immedi-
ately. Unplug The Tool. Check the sawblade to make
sure it turns freely. If the blade is free. try to start the
motor again. If the motor still does not starl, refer to the
"Troubleshooting Chart" on page 35.
3. If the motor suddenly stalls while cutting wood, turn the
switch "OFF", unplug the tool, and tree the blade from
the wood. The motor may now be restarted and the cut
finished.
4. Fuses may "blow" or circuit breakers
may trip fre-
quently if:
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