RIKON Power Tools 10-340 - Manual (Page 12)

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Re-sawing
For re-sawing, attach the 3/8” x 3” post to the slot on the fence. Position the re-saw bar so that it is
aligned with the front of the blade. The re-saw bar helps to correct any blade wandering during re-sawing
operations.
Operation
The blade cuts on a continuous down-stroke.
With both hands, firmly hold the workpiece down on the table, and feed it towards the blade slowly,
keeping your hands away from the blade.
For best results the blade must be sharp. A dull blade will not cut correctly, especially when straight
cutting, and causes excess pressure to be applied on the rear guide bearings.
Select the right blade for the job, depending on the thickness of the wood and the cut to be made.
The thinner and harder the wood, the finer the teeth of the blade should be. Use a fine tooth blade for
cutting sharp curves.
The machine is especially suited for cutting curves, but will also make straight cuts. When cutting,
follow the design marked out by pushing and turning the workpiece evenly.
Do not attempt to turn workpiece without pushing it as this may cause the workpiece to get stuck, or
the blade to bend.
For straight cuts, use the fence provided to feed the workpiece along the blade slowly and in a
straight line.
Maintenance
CA CA CA CA CAUTION! UTION! UTION! UTION! UTION! BEFORE CLEANING OR CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE WORK, DISCONNECT
THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE (WALL SOCKET). NEVER USE WATER OR OTHER
LIQUIDS TO CLEAN THE MACHINE. USE A BRUSH. REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF THE
MACHINE WILL PREVENT UNNECESSARY PROBLEMS.
Keep the table clean to ensure accurate cutting.
Keep the outside of the machine clean to ensure accurate operation of all moving parts and prevent
excessive wear.
Keep the ventilation slots of the motor clean to prevent it from overheating.
Keep the inside (near the saw blade, etc.) clean to prevent accumulation of dust.