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Getting Started
Unpacking, general machine precautions, wiring,
installation
Operations & Maintenance Manual
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL
PRIOR TO USING THE SAW. REVIEW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS FREQUENTLY.
This manual is provided for your convenience in the use
and care of your saw. These instructions include opera-
tion, precautions, preventative maintenance and other
pertinent data to assist you in assuring long life and de-
pendable service from your saw.
Horizontal Beam Saw
TYPE 3
16" models
20" models
22.5" models
For Serial number 20230350092 forward
(May 2023)
Made in USA
3691-01-03
3691-01-05
3691-01-07
Original Saw Company
465 Third Ave SE
Britt, IA 50423 USA
PH 641-843-3868

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  • Page 1 Original Saw Company 465 Third Ave SE Britt, IA 50423 USA PH 641-843-3868 Getting Started Unpacking, general machine precautions, wiring, installation Operations & Maintenance Manual WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USING THE SAW. REVIEW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FREQUENTLY.
  • Page 2 Date  Service Performed  By                                                                             ...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    We will cover the cost of the defective part and ground shipping. If a replacement part is sent under warranty the defective part must be returned to Original Saw Company or you will be charged for the replacement. The part must also be accompanied by a return goods authorization number. This number can be obtained by calling customer service at 1-800-733-4063.

  • Page 4: Power Tool Safety

    13. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Make it a habit to ensure keys and adjusting wrenches are removed prior to starting tool. 14. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult your distributor or Original Saw Company for recommended accessories. Using improper accessories may cause hazards.

  • Page 5: Preventative Maintenance

    Modifications: Preventative Maintenance Original Radial Arm Saws are designed to provide  • Any modifications to the machine including in- corporation into an assembly, addition of integrat- you with precision cutting with a minimal amount ed feeds or other changes are the responsibility of of maintenance.
  • Page 6 MANTAINENANCE RECORDS Use this space to record service or use Preventative Maintenance … Continued page 2 for a more detailed recording for your Original radial arm saw.  • After many years of use your saw may need replacement parts. If any of the following wears out all others listed should be checked also.

  • Page 7: Symbols / Decals

    SYMBOLS / DECALS Denotes risk of injury, loss of life, Denotes hearing and eye   protection required. .    damage to the tool in case of not .  observing the instructions in this Denotes guards required to be   in place. . ...
  • Page 8 SYMBOLS / DECALS Beam: Caution  #8 denotes general caution # 3 denotes a pinch point between safety hazards bevel stop and roller head  #7 denotes guards required to # 5 denotes hand entanglement be in place  #6 denotes eye and hearing protection required.
  • Page 9 SYMBOLS / DECALS Caution # 5 denotes hand entanglement . Frame: Index # 9 Denotes lift point Note there are 2 on front of frame...

  • Page 10: Saw Components And Controls

    Components and Controls Power feed cam track rails and rear Limit switch –power feed Power feed cam track rails and stop.—to control length of cross cut system front stop.—to control length of travel cross cut travel Power feed drive motor and gearbox assembly.
  • Page 11 Components and Controls Chain Guard for carriage drive chain Fence—for material being cut to be placed against Mist coolant tank Pneumatic clamping cylinders...

  • Page 12: Saw Assembly And Installation

    SAW ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Check Arbor Rotation (3 Phase Only) Check arbor rotation with arbor nut and arbor collars removed. Open line disconnect to the saw to remove arbor nut and collars, close the line disconnect and start saw. The rotation of the arbor must be clockwise as indicated on the arrow on the nameplate. If the rotation is counterclock- wise, the incoming wires are not properly connected to the switch box.
  • Page 13 SAW ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Saws equipped with Variable Frequency Drives and power feed unit Connecting Electrical Current The motor is properly connected to the VFD at the factory for operation on the electrical voltage specified. Make sure incoming voltage from your power supply conforms to the voltage specified on the cover of VFD enclosure.

  • Page 14: Electrical Connections

    Electrical Connection— Recommend Copper Wire Sizes (A.W.G.) To obtain maximum efficiency from your saw motor, the feeder wire from the power source to the machine should comply with the table below. Recommended Copper Wire Sizes       1 Phase 3 Phase 3 Phase 3 Phase  ...

  • Page 17: Changing Motor Voltage

    Changing the Motor Voltage If your machine requires a different voltage, follow the instructions below. The motor will need to be rewired according to the diagrams below. The thermal overloads must be reset or replaced with the proper pieces to maintain thermal motor protection. Motor lead wiring diagram ...
  • Page 18 SAW ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION !Caution disconnect / lock out power source before mounting blade! !!! CAUTION !!! FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY , THE GUARDS HAVE BEEN REMOVED FOR THE PHOTOS USED IN THIS MANUAL. IN ACTUAL USE BOTH UPPER AND LOWER GUARDS MUST REMAIN IN PLACE FOR SAFE CUTTING Mounting the Blade ( Caution! Disconnect power source before mounting blade) 1.

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions General Safety Precautions 1. Be sure the blade rotates clockwise when facing the saw from the left side. Blade must rotate to the front of the saw. 2. Be sure all clamp handles are tight before turning motor on. 3.
  • Page 20 Operating Instructions * Note some photos show radial arm saw for pictorial purposes standard manual clamp / material stop …. continued During operations where the arm is swung left or right could put the clamp in the path of the blade. If this is going to happen simply add scrap board that will allow the clamp to be moved further out on the table and clear the blade path.
  • Page 21 Operating Instructions Raising and Lowering the horizontal beam The elevating crank can be used to raise or lower the arm. Each rotation on the elevating crank moves the beam exactly 1/8”, one half turn exactly 1/16”. The elevating crank can be removed by loosening the set screws but should be left on to avoid loosing the part.
  • Page 22 Operating Instructions Cross Cutting Lock the arm in the 0 position. Place the ma- terial securely against the guide strip– keep hands well away from the blade. Draw the saw blade across the material. After the cut has been completed return the blade behind the guide strip.
  • Page 23 Maintenance Adjustments and Alignments To Square Saw Blade with the Table Top Make sure the tabletop is level and place a steel square against the side of the blade; the square should be against the gullets and not the teeth of the blade. If the blade is not square to the tabletop: 1.
  • Page 24 Maintenance Adjustments and Alignments Note! Some images ore of similar equipment (radial arm saw) Caution! Disconnect and lockout power supply before making any adjustments or alignments. Adjustment of Miter, Bevel and Swivel Latches If a loose condition ever develops between the miter, bevel or swivel latches and their respective adjusting screws, refer back to the following sections for adjustment.
  • Page 25 Maintenance Adjustments and Alignments Caution! Disconnect and lockout power supply before making any adjustments or alignments. Note! Some images ore of similar equipment (radial arm saw) Adjustment of Bevel Scale The bevel scale is located at the front of the yoke.
  • Page 26 Alignment Guide for Accurate Cutting The following guide is provided for your convenience. A saw that is not properly adjusted will not yield the desired accuracy and quality of cut. It should be noted any adjustment made will effect another, therefore it is best to perform all of the ad- justments when correcting any one problem.
  • Page 27 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Saw blade or dado blades tend to push   Saw blade is heeling Make heel adjustment (p. 28)     lumber to one side when cross cutting   Column too loose in base Make proper adjustment (p. 24)  ...
  • Page 28 ELECTRICAL TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE CAUTION—HIGH VOLTAGES ARE DANGEROUS—BE SURE POWER IS OFF AND LOCKED TROUBLE POSSIBLE SUGGESTED REMEDY Power line not connected to Correct power wiring. See wiring diagram inside mag-   cable. netic starter box. Thermal overload relays may Allow time for overload relays to cool. have tripped.
  • Page 29 Parts List and Ordering Instructions Order only genuine replacement parts from your Original Saw Company Dealer. Note : 096805 16” link set includes item # 4,10,11,12 Lower plastic guard assembly 16” For steel fabricated guards...
  • Page 30 Parts List and Ordering Instructions Order only genuine replacement parts from your Original Saw Company Dealer. Note : 096675 20-22” link set includes item # 8,6,7,11 Lower plastic guard assembly 20” For steel fabricated guards...
  • Page 31 Parts List and Ordering Instructions Order only genuine replacement parts from your Original Saw Company Dealer. Note : 096675 20-22” link set includes item # 11,8,9,10 Lower plastic guard assembly 22” For steel fabricated guards...
  • Page 36 Parts List and Ordering Instructions Order only genuine replacement parts from your Original Saw Company Dealer. When ordering parts be sure to include: Name of manufacturer—Original Saw Company  Complete machine identification data found on name plate on front of frame...
  • Page 43 Magnetic Starter Assembly - for non power carriage machines only Magnetic starter with DC control circuit Super Duty Series Index Description 7.5hp 3 phase 7.5hp 3 phase 5hp 1 phase 230 v 460 v 220 v Entire assembly part numbers 700740-23-230 700740-12-460 700750-23-230...
  • Page 44 Motor Assembly ...
  • Page 45 Motor Assembly 5 HP 1 PHASE 230 V - 123504 7.5 HP 3 PHASE 208/230/460 V - 123505-00 7.5 HP 3 PHASE 575 V - 123505-01 5 HP 1 PH 7.5 HP Description 5 HP 7.5 HP Description 3 PH 1 PH 3 PH Stators:...
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  • Page 48: Industrial Use Warranty Information

    FX 641 / 843-3869 Printed in the USA © The Original Saw Company Ty 11 update 11.2022 (update 4.23 added pg 15 manual clamp) (update 5.2023 adding new lower guard kits on steel guards)(update 6.2023 added manual feed beam assembly)

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