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Model W1872 (For Machines Mfd. Since 04/19)
General
For optimum performance from this machine, this
maintenance schedule must be strictly followed.
Ongoing
To minimize your risk of injury and maintain proper
machine operation, shut down the machine immediately
if you ever observe any of the items below and fix the
problem before continuing operations:
•
Loose mounting bolts.
•
Damaged saw blade.
•
Worn or damaged wires.
•
Any other unsafe condition.
•
Oil bearings, see below.
Cleaning.&.Protecting
Cleaning Model W1872 is relatively easy. Vacuum excess
wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off remaining dust with
a dry cloth. If any resin has built up, use a resin dissolving
cleaner to remove it. Keep your table rust-free with
regular applications of quality lubricants. If excessive
sawdust accumulates around the motor, remove arm guard
and remove sawdust with a vacuum.
Lubrication
The upper and lower arms have two sleeve bearings each
that require lubrication with SAE 30 oil after every 8
hours of machine use.
To.lubricate.sleeve.bearings,.do.these.steps:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Remove plastic caps to expose sleeve bearing ends
(see.Figure.34).
3. Lay saw flat on its side (see Figure 34), then apply a
generous amount of light machine oil to cups around
bearing ends. Let oil seep into bearings for 1-2 hours.
4. Wipe off excess oil, turn saw over, and repeat Step.3.
with remaining two bearings.
5. Replace plastic caps before beginning operation.
MAINTENANCE
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MAKE. SURE. that. your. machine. is.
unplugged. during. all. maintenance.
procedures!. If. this. warning. is. ignored,.
serious.personal.injury.may.occur.
Sleeve Bearing Ends
Figure.34. Plastic caps removed to expose
sleeve bearing ends.
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