Maintenance - KNOVA KN M-2504RC Manual

OPERATION
DADO CUTS (FIG. aa, bb)
WARNING
• Only Stackable dado blades can be used on this
saw.
• DO NOT use Adjustable or Wobble type dadoes.
• The maximum dado cut width is 1/2 in.
• The maximum dado blade diameter is 6 in.
NOTE: An dado insert plate (part number 308K not
included) is required for this procedure.
1. Remove the table insert, saw blade, anti-kickback pawls
assembly, blade guard assembly and riving knife assembly
for dado cuts ONLY. Reinstall and realign blade guard for
all through-sawing operations. Install a dado not exceeding
6 in. in diameter and 1/2 in. in width.
2. Install the dado table insert making sure that the rear of
the insert is flush with the table. If the dado insert is not
flush with the table, adjust the two bolts on the insert with
a 4 mm hex wrench until it is parallel with the table.
3. Instruction for operating the dado is packed with the
separately purchased dado set (not included with unit).
4. The arbor (1) on this saw restricts the maximum width of
the cut to 1/2 in.
5. It is not necessary to install the outside flange (2) before
threading on the arbor nut (3) for the maximum 1/2 in.
dado cuts. Make sure that the arbor nut (3) is tight, and
that at least one thread of the arbor sticks out past the nut.
6. Use only the correct number of round outside blades and
inside chippers as shown in the dado set's instruction
manual. Blade or chippers must not exceed 1/2 in. total
in width.
7. Check the saw to ensure that the dado will not strike the
housing, insert, or motor when in operation.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTAINING YOUR TABLE SAW
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING
For your own safety, turn the switch
OFF and remove the switch key. Remove the plug
from the power source outlet before maintaining or
lubricating your saw.
1. Clean out all sawdust that has accumulated inside the saw
cabinet and the motor.
2. Polish the saw table with an automotive wax to keep it
clean and to make it easier to slide the workpiece.
3. Clean cutting blades with pitch and gum remover.
4. A worn, cut, or damaged power cord should be replaced
immediately.
WARNING
All electrical or mechanical repairs should
be attempted only by a trained repair technician.
Contact customer service for assistance. Use only
identical replacement parts. Any other parts may
create a hazard.
Fig. aa
WARNING
For your own safety, always replace the
blade, blade guard assembly, anti-kickback pawls
assembly, riving knife assembly and table insert
when you finish the dado operation.
5. Use liquid dishwashing detergent and water to clean all
plastic parts.
NOTE: Certain cleaning chemicals can damage plastic parts.
6. Avoid use of cleaning chemicals or solvents, ammonia and
household detergents containing ammonia.
BLADE RAISING AND TILTING MECHANISM (FIG. cc, dd)
After every five hours of operation, the blade raising
mechanism and tilting mechanism should be checked for
looseness, binding, or any other abnormalities.
1. With the saw disconnected from the power source, turn
the saw upside down and pull up and push down on the
motor unit.
2. Observe any movement of the motor mounting mechanism.
3. Loosen or tighten the four hex screws (1) by hex wrench
for smooth operation. Adjust only 1/8 turn at a time.
(Fig. cc)
NOTE: Do not adjust the screw more than 1/2 turn in
total as this may damage the mechanism.
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2
1
3
Dado cut
Fig. bb