Replacing The Blade; Maintenance And Servicing - Chicago Electric 96697 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

maintenanCe and
SerViCing
Procedures not specifically
explained in this manual
must be performed only by a
qualified technician.
warning
From aCCidental
operation:
turn the power Switch of the
tool to its "oFF" position and
unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
to preVent SeriouS
injurY From tool
Failure:
do not use damaged
equipment. if abnormal noise
or vibration occurs, have the
problem corrected before
further use.
Cleaning, maintenance, and
lubrication
1. BeFore eaCH uSe,
general condition of the tool. Check
for loose screws, misalignment or
binding of moving parts, cracked or
broken parts, damaged electrical
wiring, and any other condition that
may affect its safe operation.
aFter uSe,
2.
of the tool with clean, moist cloth.
To prevent accidents, turn off the
tool and disconnect its power supply
after use. Clean, then store the tool
indoors out of children's reach.
SKU 96697 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
to preVent
SeriouS injurY
inspect the
clean external surfaces
3. If the blade has become dirty, use a
blade cleaner (not included) to clean
it. Dirty blades will bind more easily,
and will more often overheat and
burn the wood as it cuts. Overheated
blades dull more easily.
4. If the Blade has become dull, replace
it. Dull blades will cause increased
tear-out and ragged edges on the
cuts.
5. Occasionally clean the Slides,
rotating Table components and other
moving parts. Use a good quality dry
lubricant (not included) which will not
attract dust.
6. warning! if the supply cord of
this power tool is damaged, it must
be replaced only by a qualified
service technician.

replacing the Blade

warning
injurY:
return guard to original
position and secure in place
after replacing blade.
1. Unplug the tool from its power
source.
2. Lock the blade assembly in the raised
position by pushing in the Locking
Pin.
to reduCe riSK
oF SeriouS
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