Craftsman 137.218030 - Manual (Page 21)

DADO CUTS (FIG. EE)
A WARNING
Fig. EE
• Only Stackable dado blades can be used on this
saw.
• DO NOT use Adjustable or Wobble type dadoes.
• Maximum dado cut width is Va in.
1. A dado table insert must be purchased separately
for this saw to accept a dado blade. Remove saw
blade and blade guard and blade insert for dado
cuts ONLY. Reinstall and realign blade guard for
all through- sawing operations. Install a dado not
exceeding 6 in. in diameter and
’/2 in. in width
2. Install the dado table insert (not included) making
sure the rear of the insert is flush with the table. A
rubber adjusting spacer is provided under the rear
of the dado insert for this purpose.
3. Instruction for operating the dado is packed with the
separately purchased dado set.
4. The arbor (1) on this saw restricts the maximum
width of the cut to 14 in.
5. It is not necessary to install the outside flange (2)
before threading on the arbor nut (3) for maximum
14 in. dado cuts. Make sure that the arbor nut (3) is
tight, and that at least one thread of the arbor sticks
out past the nut.
6. Use only the 6 in. diameter dado set and keep the
width 1/2 in. or less. It will be necessary to remove
the blade guard and splitter when using a dado
blade only. Always use caution when operating a
dado blade.
7. Use only the correct number of round outside blades
and inside chippers as shown in the dado set’s
instruction manual. Blade/chippers must not exceed
14 In. total in width.
8. Check saw to ensure that the dado will not strike the
housing, insert, or motor when in operation.
A WARNING
For your own safety, always replace the blade,
blade guard assembly, and table Insert when you
are finished with the dado operation. You must also
realign the blade guard assembly.
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