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Special Cuts
NEVER MAKE ANY CUT UNLESS THE MATERIAL IS SECURED ON THE TABLE AND AGAINST
THE FENCE.
Aluminum Cutting (Fig. A, V, W)
ALWAYS USE THE APPROPRIATE SAW BLADE MADE ESPECIALLY FOR CUTTING ALUMINUM. These
are available at your local D
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their size, shape or surface finish, may require the use of a clamp or fixture to prevent movement
during the cut. Position the material so that you will be cutting the thinnest cross section, as
shown in Figure V. Figure W illustrates the wrong way to cut these extrusions. Use a stick wax
cutting lubricant when cutting aluminum. Apply the stick wax directly to the saw blade
before cutting. Never apply stick wax to a moving blade.
The wax, available at most hardware stores and industrial mill supply houses, provides proper
lubrication and keeps chips from adhering to the blade.
Be sure to properly secure workpiece.
Refer to saw Blades under Accessories for correct saw blade.
Fig. V
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Fig. W
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Bowed Material (Fig. X, Y)
When cutting bowed material always position it as shown in Figure X and never like that
shown in Figure Y. Positioning the material incorrectly will cause it to pinch the blade near the
completion of the cut.
Fig. X
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Fig. Y
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Cutting Plastic Pipe or Other Round Material
Plastic pipe can be easily cut with your saw. It should be cut just like wood and ClAMPED OR
hElD FiRMlY TO ThE FEnCE TO KEEP iT FROM ROlling. This is extremely important when
making angle cuts.
Cutting Large Material (Fig. L)
Occasionally you will encounter a piece of wood a little too large to fit beneath the lower guard.
To clear the guard over the wood, with the motor off and your right hand on the operating
handle, place your right thumb outside of the upper portion of the guard and roll the guard
up just enough to clear the wood, as shown in Figure L. Release the guard prior to starting the
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motor. The guard mechanism will function properly during the cut. Only do this when necessary.
NEVER TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE HOLD THE GUARD OPEN WHEN OPERATING THIS SAW.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect
it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing
attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, DO NOT touch the sharp
points on the blade with fingers or hands while performing any maintenance.
DO NOT use lubricants or cleaners (particularly spray or aerosol) in the vicinity of the plastic
guard. The polycarbonate material used in the guard is subject to attack by certain chemicals.
1. All bearings are sealed. They are lubricated for life and need no further maintenance.
2. Periodically clean all dust and wood chips from around AND UNDER the base and the
rotary table. Even though slots are provided to allow debris to pass through, some dust
will accumulate.
3. The brushes are designed to give you several years of use. To replace the brushes refer to
Brushes or return the tool to the nearest service center for repair. A list of service center
locations is packed with your tool.
Brushes (Fig. Z)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and
disconnect it from the power source before attempting to move it, change
accessories or make any adjustments.
Inspect carbon brushes regularly by unplugging the tool, removing the motor end cap
removing the two screws that secure it, and removing the brush cap that holds the spring-loaded
brush assembly. Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guides. Always replace a used
brush in the same orientation in the holder as it was prior to its removal. If the brush is worn
down to approximately 1/2" (12.7 mm), the spring will no longer exert pressure and they must
be replaced. Use only identical D
for proper operation of electric brake. New brush assemblies are available at D
centers. The tool should be allowed to "run in" (run at no load) for 10 minutes before use to seat
new brushes. The electric brake may be erratic in operation until the brushes are properly seated
(worn in). Always replace the brush inspection cap after inspection or servicing the brushes.
While "running in" DO NOT TIE, TAPE, OR OTHER WISE LOCK THE TRIGGER SWITCH ON. HOLD BY
HAND ONLY.
Fig. Z
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