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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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table of contents
Safety ......................................................... 2
Specifications ............................................. 8
Setup .......................................................... 8
Operation ................................................... 13
Maintenance .............................................. 16
Parts List and Diagram .............................. 20
Warranty .................................................... 23
WarninG SyMBOLS anD DEFinitiOnS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
iMpOrtant SaFEty inFOrMatiOn
General power tool Safety Warnings
read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1. Work area safety
a. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b. Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c. Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
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2. Electrical safety
a. power tool plugs must match the outlet.
never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded)
power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b. avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed or grounded.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
d. Do not abuse the cord. never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e. When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor
use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f. if operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFci) protected supply. Use of
a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. personal safety
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
b. use personal protective equipment. always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c. prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or energizing power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d. remove any adjusting key or wrench
before turning the power tool on. A wrench
or a key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
g. if devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected
and properly used. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
h. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent
use of tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety
principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
i. Only use safety equipment that has been
approved by an appropriate standards agency.
Unapproved safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection must be
ANSI-approved and breathing protection
must be NIOSH-approved for the
specific hazards in the work area.
j. Avoid unintentional starting.
Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
k. Do not leave the tool unattended when
it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its
electrical outlet before leaving.
l. This product is not a toy.
Keep it out of reach of children.
m. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields
in close proximity to heart pacemaker could
cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker
failure. In addition, people with pacemakers
should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with Trigger locked on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid
electrical shock.
• Properly ground power cord.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
should also be implemented – it prevents
sustained electrical shock.
n. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
4. power tool use and care
a. Do not force the power tool. use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
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b. Do not use the power tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools and accessories.
check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. if damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h. Keep handles and grasping surfaces
dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and grasping surfaces
do not allow for safe handling and control
of the tool in unexpected situations.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
6. Guarding related warnings
a. Keep guards in place. Guards must
be in working order and be properly
mounted. A guard that is loose,
damaged, or is not functioning correctly
must be repaired or replaced.
b. always use saw blade guard and riving
knife for every through-cutting operation.
For through-cutting operations where the saw
blade cuts completely through the thickness
of the workpiece, the guard and other safety
devices help reduce the risk of injury.
c. immediately reattach the guarding system
after completing an operation (such as
rabbeting, dadoing or resawing cuts)
which requires removal of the guard
and riving knife. The guard and riving
knife, help to reduce the risk of injury.
d. Make sure the saw blade is not contacting
the guard, riving knife or the workpiece
before the switch is turned on. Inadvertent
contact of these items with the saw blade
could cause a hazardous condition.
e. adjust the riving knife as described
in this instruction manual. Incorrect
spacing, positioning and alignment
can make the riving knife ineffective in
reducing the likelihood of kickback.
f. For the riving knife to work, it must be
engaged in the workpiece. The riving knife
is ineffective when cutting workpieces that
are too short to be engaged with the riving
knife. Under these conditions a kickback
cannot be prevented by the riving knife.
g. use the appropriate saw blade for the riving
knife. For the riving knife to function properly, the
saw blade diameter must match the appropriate
riving knife and the body of the saw blade must
be thinner than the thickness of the riving knife
and the cutting width of the saw blade must be
wider than the thickness of the riving knife.
7. cutting procedures warnings
a. DanGEr: never place your fingers or
hands in the vicinity or in line with the
saw blade. A moment of inattention or a
slip could direct your hand towards the saw
blade and result in serious personal injury.
b. Feed the workpiece into the saw blade
only against the direction of rotation.
Feeding the workpiece in the same direction
that the saw blade is rotating above the
table may result in the workpiece, and your
hand, being pulled into the saw blade.
c. never use the miter gauge to feed the
workpiece when ripping and do not use
the rip fence as a length stop when cross
cutting with the miter gauge. Guiding
the workpiece with the rip fence and the
miter gauge at the same time increases the
likelihood of saw blade binding and kickback.
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d. When ripping, always apply the workpiece
feeding force between the fence and
the saw blade. Use a push stick when the
distance between the fence and the saw
blade is less than 150mm, and use a push
block when this distance is less than 50mm.
“Work helping” devices will keep your hand
at a safe distance from the saw blade.
e. use only the push stick provided by
the manufacturer or constructed in
accordance with the instructions. This
push stick provides sufficient distance
of the hand from the saw blade.
f. never use a damaged or cut push stick.
A damaged push stick may break causing
your hand to slip into the saw blade.
g. Do not perform any operation “freehand”.
Always use either the rip fence or the miter
gauge to position and guide the workpiece.
“Freehand’ means using your hands to support
or guide the workpiece, in lieu of a rip fence
or miter gauge. Freehand sawing leads to
misalignment, binding and kickback.
h. never reach around or over a rotating saw
blade. Reaching for a workpiece may lead to
accidental contact with the moving saw blade.
i. provide auxiliary workpiece support to the
rear and/or sides of the saw table for long
and/or wide workpieces to keep them level.
A long and/or wide workpiece has a tendency
to pivot on the table’s edge, causing loss of
control, saw blade binding and kickback.
j. Feed workpiece at an even pace. Do not bend
or twist the workpiece. If jamming occurs, turn
the tool off Immediately, unplug the tool then
clear the jam. Jamming the saw blade by the
workpiece can cause kickback or stall the motor.
k. Do not remove pieces of cut-off material
while the saw is running. The material
may become trapped between the fence
or inside the saw blade guard and the saw
blade pulling your fingers into the saw blade.
Turn the saw off and wait until the saw
blade stops before removing material.
l. use an auxiliary fence in contact with the
table top when ripping workpieces less
than 2mm thick. A thin workpiece may wedge
under the rip fence and create a kickback.
8. Kickback causes and related warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction of the workpiece due
to a pinched, jammed saw blade or misaligned line
of cut in the workpiece with respect to the saw blade
or when a part of the workpiece binds between the
saw blade and the rip fence or other fixed object.
Most frequently during kickback, the workpiece is
lifted from the table by the rear portion of the saw
blade and is propelled towards the operator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided
by taking proper precautions as given below.
a. never stand directly in line with the saw
blade. Always position your body on the
same side of the saw blade as the fence.
Kickback may propel the workpiece at
high velocity towards anyone standing in
front and in line with the saw blade.
b. never reach over or in back of the saw blade
to pull or to support the workpiece. Accidental
contact with the saw blade may occur or kickback
may drag your fingers into the saw blade.
c. never hold and press the workpiece
that is being cut off against the rotating
saw blade. Pressing the workpiece being
cut off against the saw blade will create
a binding condition and kickback.
d. align the fence to be parallel with
the saw blade. A misaligned fence
will pinch the workpiece against the
saw blade and create kickback.
e. use a featherboard to guide the workpiece
against the table and fence when making
non-through cuts such as rabbeting, dadoing
or resawing cuts. A featherboard helps to
control the workpiece in the event of a kickback.
f. use extra caution when making a
cut into blind areas of assembled
workpieces. The protruding saw blade may
cut objects that can cause kickback.
g. Support large panels to minimise the risk
of saw blade pinching and kickback. Large
panels tend to sag under their own weight.
Support(s) must be placed under all portions
of the panel overhanging the table top.
h. use extra caution when cutting a workpiece
that is twisted, knotted, warped or does
not have a straight edge to guide it with a
miter gauge or along the fence. A warped,
knotted, or twisted workpiece is unstable
and causes misalignment of the kerf with
the saw blade, binding and kickback.
i. never cut more than one workpiece, stacked
vertically or horizontally. The saw blade could
pick up one or more pieces and cause kickback.
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j. When restarting the saw with the saw
blade in the workpiece, center the saw
blade in the kerf so that the saw teeth are
not engaged in the material. If the saw
blade binds, it may lift up the workpiece and
cause kickback when the saw is restarted.
k. Keep saw blades clean, sharp, and with
sufficient set. Never use warped saw
blades or saw blades with cracked or broken
teeth. Sharp and properly set saw blades
minimize binding, stalling and kickback.
9. table saw operating procedure warnings
a. turn off the table saw and disconnect
the power cord when removing the
table insert, changing the saw blade
or making adjustments to the riving
knife or saw blade guard, and when the
machine is left unattended. Precautionary
measures will avoid accidents.
b. never leave the table saw running
unattended. Turn it off and don’t leave the tool
until it comes to a complete stop. An unattended
running saw is an uncontrolled hazard.
c. Locate the table saw in a well-lit and level
area where you can maintain good footing
and balance. It should be installed in an area
that provides enough room to easily handle the
size of your workpiece. Cramped, dark areas,
and uneven slippery floors invite accidents.
d. Frequently clean and remove sawdust
from under the saw table and/or the dust
collection device. Accumulated sawdust
is combustible and may self-ignite.
e. the table saw must be secured. A table saw
that is not properly secured may move or tip over.
f. remove tools, wood scraps, etc. from the
table before the table saw is turned on.
Distraction or a potential jam can be dangerous.
g. always use saw blades with correct size
and shape (diamond versus round) of
arbor holes. Saw blades that do not match
the mounting hardware of the saw will
run off-center, causing loss of control.
h. never use damaged or incorrect saw blade
mounting means such as flanges, saw blade
washers, bolts or nuts. These mounting
means were specially designed for your saw,
for safe operation and optimum performance.
i. never stand on the table saw, do not
use it as a stepping stool. Serious injury
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
j. Make sure that the saw blade is installed
to rotate in the proper direction. Do not use
grinding wheels, wire brushes, or abrasive
wheels on a table saw. Improper saw
blade installation or use of accessories not
recommended may cause serious injury.
Grounding
tO prEVEnt ELEctric SHOcK anD DEatH FrOM
incOrrEct GrOunDinG WirE cOnnEctiOn:
check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. never remove the
grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. if damaged, have
it repaired by a service facility before use. if the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
Double insulated tools: tools with two prong plugs
Outlets for 2-prong plug
1. Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not
require grounding. They have a special
double insulation system which satisfies
OSHA requirements and complies with
the applicable standards of Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard
Association, and the National Electrical Code.
2. Double insulated tools may be used in either of the
120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration.
(See Outlets for 2-prong plug.)
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Extension cords
1. Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord.
Double Insulated tools can use either
a two or three wire extension cord.
2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases,
you must use a heavier gauge extension cord.
Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire
causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of
power and possible tool damage. (See table a.)
3. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cord. For example,
a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current
than a 16 gauge cord. (See table a.)
4. When using more than one extension cord
to make up the total length, make sure
each cord contains at least the minimum
wire size required. (See table a.)
5. If you are using one extension cord for more
than one tool, add the nameplate amperes
and use the sum to determine the required
minimum cord size. (See table a.)
6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make
sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in
Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
7. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition. Always replace
a damaged extension cord or have it repaired
by a qualified electrician before using it.
8. Protect the extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
taBLE a: rEcOMMEnDED MiniMuM WirE
GauGE FOr EXtEnSiOn cOrDS* (120/240 VOLt)
naMEpLatE
aMpErES
(at full load)
EXtEnSiOn cOrD
LEnGtH
25´ 50´ 75´ 100´ 150´
0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16
2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12
5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12
7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -
12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -
16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -
* Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
Symbology
Double Insulated
V
Volts
~
Alternating Current
a
Amperes
n
0
xxxx/min.
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
WARNING marking concerning Risk
of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved
safety goggles with side shields.
Read the manual before
set-up and/or use.
WARNING marking
concerning Risk of Fire.
Do not cover ventilation ducts.
Keep flammable objects away.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Electric Shock.
Properly connect power cord
to appropriate outlet.
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Specifications
Electrical Rating 120VAC / 60Hz / 15A
Rated No Load Speed 4250/min
Cutting Capacity at 0° 3-3/16"
Cutting Capacity at 45° 2-3/16"
Maximum Bevel 45°
Maximum Miter 90°
Saw Blade (sold separately) 10" (254mm) Diameter, 7/64" Wide
5/8" Diamond Arbor
Setup - Before use:
read the EntirE iMpOrtant SaFEty inFOrMatiOn section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM acciDEntaL OpEratiOn:
turn the power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any
procedure in this section.
note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the
following pages, refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 20.
Mounting
note: Table Saw MUST be mounted
onto a surface for proper use.
if mounting onto a metal table stand:
1. Select a table stand which will support
the weight of the Table Saw. Follow the
table saw stand instructions for assembly.
Tighten all connections, making sure the
assembled table is secure and balanced.
2. Mount the Table Saw to the top of the assembled
stand using four 3/8″ bolts, eight 3/8″ washers
and four 3/8″ nuts (not included).
if mounting onto a bench or other wooden surface:
1. Select four 3/8″ bolts, eight 3/8″ washers, and
four 3/8″ nuts* (not included).
*Screws and washers may be used instead, if desired.
2. Place the Table Saw where it will be mounted.
Make a mark in the center of each of the
4 mounting holes. Set the Saw aside.
WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury:
Before drilling the holes, make sure that there
are no electric wires, cables, utility lines or
other obstructions in the area to be drilled.
3. Drill the holes straight down, large enough
to allow your mounting hardware to fit.
4. Put the Table Saw in place and mount
using the hardware mentioned above.
Tighten all hardware securely before use.
power Supply requirements
1. Connect to grounded 120VAC, 20A receptacle.
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Functions
Blade Guard
Storage and
Dust port
rip Fence
Storage
push Stick
Storage
Work
table
Miter
Gauge
Blade
Guard
Blade
Height
Handle
Bevel
Scale
Lock
Knob
power
Switch
Wrench
Storage
Miter Gauge
Storage
(on back)
rip
Fence
table
insert
rip
Fence
Scale
0
0102030405060708
0
01020304050607080910
0
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 0
9
10
0
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12
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Saw Blade Selection
1. Any saw blade that will be used must be
marked as suitable for the material to be cut.
2. Match the saw blade diameter, kerf width
and body dimensions to the riving knife.
3. Use only saw blades that are marked with a speed
equal or higher than the speed marked on the tool.
Bevel angle Setting
1. Loosen Lock Knob, then move Blade Height
Handle until red indicator points to desired angle.
2. Tighten Lock Knob.
Blade Depth adjustment
note: Blade depth should be set so that outer
points of blade are higher than workpiece
by approximately 1/8″ to 1/4″ and bottom of
gullets are below top surface of workpiece.
1. Loosen Lock Knob, then move Blade Height
Handle until red indicator points to 0°.
2. Tighten Lock Knob.
3. Turn Height Handle until desired depth is achieved.
riving Knife adjustment
note: Riving Knife is permanently installed. It comes
in its lowest position for shipping. Reposition the
Riving Knife according to type of cut before use.
1. Remove Table Insert, pull up by using hole.
table
insert
2. Raise Riving Knife Lock.
riving
Knife Lock
3. Adjust Riving Knife to proper position for type of cut:
a. Through Cut
b. Non-Through Cut
4. Lower Riving Knife Lock and replace Table Insert.
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install Blade Guard
WarninG! always use saw blade guard and riving knife for every through-cutting operation.
For through-cutting operations where the saw blade cuts completely through the thickness of
the workpiece, the guard and other safety devices help reduce the risk of serious injury.
1. Raise Blade Guard Lock, then place Blade Guard
on top of Riving Knife so the Roller slides into
open slot at top of Riving Knife. Push Guard to the
back of the slot, then lower Blade Guard Lock.
2. Make sure Blade Guard is fully engaged, aligned
properly and does not contact the Blade.
3. Adjust Blade Guard to prevent
contact with Saw Blade.
WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury:
The Blade Guard must be removed for making
non-through cuts and must be reinstalled
after making non-through cuts.
Blade
Guard
Lock
riving
Knife
install rip Fence
WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury:
to prevent kickback, make sure rip Fence is parallel to the blade and locked in place.
Do not use rip Fence when cutting across wood grain (crosscutting).
note: The Rip Fence can be installed
on either side of Blade.
1. Raise Rip Fence Lock.
2. Place Rip Fence on Work Table, then side to
desired location using Scale if necessary.
3. Lower Rip Fence Lock.
rip
Fence
Lock
Dust Extraction Setup
Attach dust collection system to Dust Port on back of Table Saw.
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Essential Straight push-stick Features and Functions
note: Straight style (traditional) stick shown. A different stick design
may be used if it properly protects against all hazards.
Diagram not to scale.
• Push sticks must be made from sturdy, defect-free, plywood or
normal wood to prevent unexpected breakage. Material must
be at least 1/4″ thick, but no thicker than the finished wood.
• Inspect push stick before use and do not use
a damaged or deteriorated push stick.
• Push stick dimensions will vary depending
on the application and user.
Handle notch
• Must be far
enough down
the stick to allow
a comfortable
and firm grip.
• Must be deep
enough to prevent
hand from slipping
down the stick.
• Do not cut more than
halfway into the stick
to prevent weakening.
• Corners may
be rounded to
increase comfort.
Stick Length
• Must be long enough
to keep hand
clear of blade.
• At least 6″ from end
of handle to closest
part of notch.
notch
• Must be right (90°) angle, cut at 30°-40° from the angle
of the stick to keep hands out of the line of the blade.
• The lower lip of the notch must be no
longer than the workpiece is thick.
At Least 6″
Less than
workpiece
thickness
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90°
30°-40°30°-40°
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Operating instructions
read the EntirE iMpOrtant SaFEty inFOrMatiOn section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury:
Wear anSi-approved safety goggles and hearing protection during operation.
Wear heavy-duty work gloves when handling saw blades.
WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM acciDEntaL OpEratiOn:
Make sure that the trigger is in the off-position and unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
Blade changing
WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury: Make sure that the saw blade is installed to rotate in the
proper direction. Do not use grinding wheels, wire brushes, or abrasive wheels on a table saw. improper
saw blade installation or use of accessories not recommended may cause serious injury.
Only use a 10″ saw blade with a 5/8″ diamond arbor, rated to at
least 4,250 rpM and intended for woodcutting.
note: Saw Blade sold separately.
1. Turn Power Switch off and unplug
the tool from its power source.
2. Loosen Lock Knob, then move Blade Height
Handle to 0°. Tighten Lock Lever.
3. Turn Blade Height Handle to lower
the Blade completely.
Blade
Height
Handle
Lock
Knob
4. Raise Blade Guard Lock, then remove Blade Guard.
Blade
Guard
Lock
5. Remove Table Insert, pull up by using hole.
table
insert
6. Raise Blade completely, then move
Blade Height Handle to 15°.
7. Use two included wrenches, one to hold the
Inner Flange and the other to loosen the Blade Nut.
8. Remove Blade Nut, Outer Flange and Blade.
Blade
nut
Outer
Flange
inner
Flange
9. Install new Blade with teeth pointing forward.
Replace Outer Flange and Blade Nut, then,
tighten Blade Nut. DO NOT overtighten.
10. Move Blade Height Handle to 0°. Lower
Saw blade completely, then replace
Table Insert and Blade Guard.
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Workpiece and Work area Set up
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach
the work area without creating a tripping hazard or
exposing the power cord to possible damage. The
power cord must reach the work area with enough
extra length to allow free movement while working.
3. There must not be objects, such as utility lines,
nearby that will present a hazard while working.
4. Cut only the following materials:
Dimensional lumber, plywood, particle board.
note: Use caution to avoid overheating the cutting tips.
5. Use an auxiliary fence to be in contact with
the table top when cutting thin workpieces;
6. Allow room on both sides of saw
for extended workpieces.
7. Use additional supports if needed to ensure
the stability of the workpiece. Mount the Saw
so that the surface is level to the ground, and
additional supports to provide a surface on the
same level as the saw table. If the work surface
and any workpiece supports are not level, and
on the same level, unwanted bevel angles will
appear in the cuts resulting in poor joinery.
General instructions for use
SaWS can QuicKLy aMputatE FinGErS iF MiSuSED.
Keep hands well clear of cutting area.
DO nOt OpEratE WitH any GuarD DiSaBLED, DaMaGED, Or rEMOVED.
Moving guards must move freely and close instantly.
inStaLL GuarD BEFOrE uSE.
proper placement Of Hands During the cutting process
1. Review Safety warnings at the beginning of the
manual before performing any cutting procedure.
Keep all guards in place and in working order.
2. Do not pass hands directly over the Saw Blade
when cutting the workpiece. Push the workpiece
into the Saw Blade using a Push-stick, push-block or
by holding the workpiece against the Miter Gauge.
WarninG! SaFE cuttinG prOcEDurES Vary DEpEnDinG On tHE typE OF cut.
tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM KicKBacK:
use Fence for every rip cut
(cut along with the grain).
rip cuts
1. Rip cuts are straight cuts made parallel
to (along with) the grain of the wood by
sliding the workpiece along the Fence.
2. For pieces wider than 6″, hold the workpiece,
staying clear of the Saw Blade. For pieces
between 2″ and 6″, use the included Push-
stick or make a push-stick as described in the
Safety section of this manual. Use a Push-block
(not included) when ripping widths under 2″.
3. When ripping, always use the Rip Fence.
This improves the accuracy of the cut, and
reduces the chance for Saw Blade binding.
Do not use Fence for any crosscut
(cut against the grain).
crosscuts/Miter cuts
Blade Guard
Saw Blade
Miter
Gauge
Workpiece
Clamp
Scrap Wood
Cut Line
1. Adjust the Miter Gauge to the needed angle and
place it in the right or left slot on the Table.
2. Hold the workpiece against the Miter Gauge,
and slide them together to make the cut.
Clamp smaller pieces to a piece of scrap wood
that can reach beyond the Miter Gauge and
hold the scrap against the Gauge while making
the cut. Keep the clamp clear of the Saw Blade.
But
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Making a cut
1. After adjusting the width and/or angle of the cut,
plug the Table Saw into a grounded 120V outlet.
2. Turn the Power Switch on.
WarninG! Avoid bevel ripping on
bevelling side of the saw blade.
WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury:
The tool will restart automatically if stalled.
3. At the start of the cut, the left hand holds
the workpiece firmly on the Work Table
(and against the Fence, if used), and the right
hand, with the aid of a Push-stick, pushes
the workpiece toward the turning Saw Blade.
Keep both hands out of the path of the Saw Blade.
WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury:
Throughout the cut, keep all body parts a
safe distance from the spinning Blade.
4. After the cut is under way, use the Push Stick
to continue guiding the workpiece forward.
Just before the cut is completed, move the left hand
safely farther away from the workpiece and the Saw
Blade. Continue pushing the workpiece into the Saw
Blade with the Push Stick until the cut is complete.
5. Once the cut is complete, continue to maintain
control of the workpiece. Turn the Switch off.
Then, wait until the Saw Blade completely stops
rotating before removing the workpiece.
6. To prevent accidents, turn off the Table Saw,
and unplug it after use. Clean, then cover and
store the Saw indoors out of children’s reach.
Making a non-through cut
1. Unplug saw and remove Blade Guard.
2. Place Riving Knife in Non-Through Cut position.
(See b. non-through cut on page 10).
3. Unlock Bevel Lock and set the bevel
angle to 0°, then secure Bevel Lock.
4. Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
5. Use either the Rip Fence or Miter Gauge,
depending on the shape and size of the wood.
6. Plug the saw back in and turn Power on.
7. Allow the blade to reach full speed before
moving the workpiece into the blade.
WarninG: Always use Push Blocks, Push Sticks,
and/or Featherboards appropriately when making
non-through cuts to reduce the risk of serious injury.
8. After the cut has been made, turn saw off.
Allow the blade to come to a complete
stop before removing the workpiece.
9. WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury:
Reposition Riving Knife and reinstall Blade Guard
before doing any other type of cut and after use,
even if you intend to do more non-through cuts at
another time. The Blade Guard is a critical safety
component and must be used whenever practical.
Making and using a Jig
note: A jig is used for all tapered cuts.
1. Use recessed screws to secure a handle
to a long, straight piece of wood.
2. Cut an L-shaped stop in the left side of the jig.
3. Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the jig and against the L-shaped stop.
4. Hold jig handle and use a push block
(sold separately) while making a tapered cut.
Making and using an auxiliary Fence
note: An auxiliary fence is used for
rip cutting thin workpieces.
1. Use a piece of wood that is 3/4″ thick,
3-1/2″ wide, and 18-1/2″ long.
2. Place the wood piece against left side of rip
fence and rest firmly on the saw table.
3. Secure wood piece to the fence
using 1-1/2″ wood screws.
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Maintenance and Servicing instructions
procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM acciDEntaL OpEratiOn:
Make sure that the trigger is in the off-position and unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
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, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• damaged cord/electrical wiring,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. aFtEr uSE, wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
3. remove cut-off pieces and scraps from the table
before starting the table Saw. Switch off the tool.
While the Saw Blade is completely stopped; unplug
the machine, remove the Blade, and remove all
debris. With a brush, soft cloth, or vacuum, remove
all sawdust from the Table Saw.
allowing sawdust, scraps, or other debris
to accumulate can cause a fire, resulting in
severe personal injury or property damage.
4. Do not use solvents to wipe off the Table Saw, as
damage may result. If necessary, wipe with a damp
cloth. You may use a mild detergent.
Do not introduce water into the electric
motor through the motor vents.
5. Once clean, lubricate all moving parts with a light oil.
6. When storing, keep the Table Saw
covered with a cloth cover.
7. WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS
inJury: if the plug or the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualified service technician.
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troubleshooting
problem possible causes Likely Solutions
Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Tool’s thermal reset breaker
tripped (if equipped).
4. Internal damage or wear.
(Carbon brushes or
Trigger, for example.)
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
turn off tool and check circuit breaker.
If breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right
capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads.
3. Turn off tool and allow to cool.
Press reset button on tool.
4. Have technician service tool.
Tool operates slowly. 1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Extension cord too long or cord
diameter too small.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
cord is needed, use one with the proper diameter
for its length and load. See Extension Cords
in Grounding section on page 6.
Performance
decreases over time.
Carbon brushes worn
or damaged.
Have qualified technician replace brushes.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or bearings, for example.)
Have technician service tool.
Overheating. 1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Blocked motor housing vents.
3. Motor being strained by long or
small diameter extension cord.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
3. Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
cord is needed, use one with the proper diameter
for its length and load. See Extension Cords
in Grounding section on page 6.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.
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pLEaSE rEaD tHE FOLLOWinG carEFuLLy
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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record product’s Serial number Here:
note: if product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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parts List and Diagram
parts List
part Description Qty
1 Cap 1
2 Nut M6 2
3 Spring 1
4 Plate 1
5 Cap 1
6 Fence Draw Bar 1
7 Fence 1
8 Hex Bolt M6x12, Spring Washer, Washer 2
9 Knob 5
10 Screw M4x10, Spring Washer, Washer 4
11 Rip Fence Indicator 1
12 Fence Seat 1
13 Fence Lock 1
14 Set Screw 1
15 Screw M5x10 2
16 Locking Plate 2
17 Cap 1
18 Sliding Fence 1
19 Bolt M6×50 2
20 Cap 1
21 Locking Plate 1
22 Blade Guard Bracket 1
23 Screw M5x10, Spring Washer, Washer 2
24 Bolt M6×16 4
25 Cap 1
26 Scale Base 1
27 Rip Fence Scale 1
28 Fixed Plate 4
29 Washer Ø6x12x0.8 7
30 Spring Washer 4
31 Cap 1
32 Nut M6 4
33 Hex Bolt M6x25, Spring Washer, Washer 4
34 Rotating Base 1
35 Rotating Friction Plate 1
part Description Qty
36 Bracket 2
37 Gasket 2
38 Screw ST4.2x10 6
39 Angle Guard Plate 1
40 Angle Guard 1
41 Angle Guard Spring 1
42 Hex Bolt M6x16, Spring Washer, Washer 6
43 Washer Ø6x18x1.5 6
44 Handle 2
45 Main Table 1
46 Table Insert 1
47 Screw M4x 5 6
48 Blade Guard Spring Clip 2
49 Screw 4
50 Blade Guard (Left) 1
51 Nut M5 6
52 Washer Ø5x14x1 1
53 Blade Guard Lock 1
54 Blade Guard Bracket 1
55 Riving Knife 1
56 Spring 1
57 Bracket Fixed Pin 1
58 Locking Screw 1
59 Riving Knife Pin 5 X 32 1
60 Blade Guard (Right) 1
61 Lifting Friction Pad 1
62 Riving Knife Bracket 1
63 Hex Bolt M6x20 2
64 Pin 8x16 2
65 Riving Knife Plate 1
66 Spring 1
67 Pin 5x32 1
68 Cylindrical Pin 8x16 1
69 Riving Knife Handle 1
70 Spring 1
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part Description Qty
71 Cap 1
72 Washer Ø4x12x1 4
73 Lower Guard 1
74 Blade Nut 1
75 Outer Flange 1
77 Inner Flange 1
78 Blade Cover Plate 1
79 Screw M4x12, Spring Washer, Washer 3
80 Cap 1
81 Bearing 6003 (Z2) 1
82 Woodruff Key 4x5x13 1
83 Output Axis 1
84 Big Gear 1
85 External Retaining Ring Ø17 1
86 Bearing 619/8 (Z2) 1
87 Angle Seat 1
88 Hex Bolt M6x10 4
89 Motor Fixed Plate 1
90 Nut 1
91 Gear Box 1
92 Screw M5x30, Spring Washer, Washer 4
93 Shroud 1
94 Screw ST4.8x60 (C) 2
95 Stator 1
96 Bearing 6201 (Z3) 1
97 Rotor
98 Bearing 6000 (Z3) 1
99 Motor Housing 1
100 Motor Housing Cover 1
101 Power Cord Connector 1
102 Screw ST4.2x16 6
103 Power Cord Plate 2
104 Brush Holder 2
105 Brush Holder Cap 2
106 Carbon Brush 2
107 Wool Washer 1
108 Washer Ø5x10x1 2
109 Screw M5x12 4
110 Screw Rod 1
111 Bevel Gear 2
112 Screw M4x20, Washer 2
part Description Qty
113 Screw Rod Sleeve 1
114 Washer Ø8x17x1.5 1
115 Leaf Spring 1
116 Miter Gauge Holder 1
117 Push Stick Holder 2
118 Power Cord 1
119 Power Cord Sleeve 1
120 Housing 1
121 Screw ST4.2x20 3
122 Power Switch Box Bracket 1
123 Power Switch Box 1
124 Power Switch 1
125 Screw M5x14 3
126 Rack 1
127 Angle Scale 1
128 Angle Indicator 1
129 Angle Knob 1
130 Washer Ø6x22x2 1
131 Limit Plate 2
132 Saw Blade Gasket 1
133 Saw Blade Fixed Plate 1
134 Hex Bolt M 6x25 1
135 Knob 1
136 Screw M5x16, Spring Washer, Washer 1
137 Height Handle 1
138 Height Knob 1
139 Lifting Rocker 1
140 Hex Bolt M5x12, Spring Washer, Washer 5
141 Bracket 1
142 Sleeve 1
143 Bracket 1
144 Angle Seat 1 1
145 Backer Cover 1 1
146 Aluminium Profile 1
147 Backer Cover 2 1
148 Bolt M6×25 2
149 Knob 1
150 Miter Gauge 1
151 Miter Gauge Guide 1
152 Push Stick 1
153 Wrench 2
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Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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