RIDGID TS3650 - Manual (Page 46)

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Getting to Know Your Table Saw (continued)
15. Sawdust Ejection Port
Your table saw is equipped with a
vacuum hookup. This feature will
allow you to attach any standard
2-1/2 inch diameter wet/dry vacuum
hose into the hole provided for
convenient sawdust removal. If large
scraps become lodged in the
sawdust collector it may be
necessary to remove the blade
cover. To remove the blade cover,
pull the two metal latches “inward”,
tilt blade cover away from blade and
lift up. Remove scraps and replace
blade cover.
WARNING: Sawdust can clog
motor. Motor could ignite saw-
dust. Even if saw is connected to
vacuum, blow out sawdust
regularly to reduce the risk of fire.
Sawdust
Ejection
Port
Wet/Dry
Vacuum
Hose
Zero Clearance Insert...supports the
workpiece right next to the blade to help
prevent chipping and splintering. Also
helps to prevent small off-fall pieces from
becoming wedged between the blade
and the large opening in conventional
table insert.
Zero Clearance Insert
Additional Safety Instructions When Using Zero Clearance
Insert
1. Always turn the table saw power
switch “OFF” and remove plug from
power source outlet before removing
or installing the insert.
2. Always wear safety goggles, not
glasses complying with ANSI Z87 (or
in Canada CSA Z94.3-99) shown on
package.
3. Make sure the sawblade or dado
blade is not in contact with the insert
before turing the saw “ON”.
4. Do not attempt to tilt the arbor while
any blade is in the insert. The blade
may bind, causing possible damage.
5. For initial installation the zero
clearance insert must be securely
clamped down with a board before
plunging the blade up through it to
cut a kerf.
6. When using blade stabilizers, check
for proper clearance before raising
the blade.
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