RIDGID TS3650 - Manual (Page 69)

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Maintaining Your Table Saw
Maintenance
• Do not allow sawdust to accumulate
inside the saw. Frequently blow out any
dust that may accumulate inside the saw
cabinet and the motor.
• Clean your cutting tools with a gum and
pitch remover.
• The cord and the tool should be wiped
with a dry clean cloth to prevent deteri-
oration from oil and grease.
• A coat of automobile-type wax applied to
the table will help to keep the surface
clean and allow workpieces to slide more
freely.
• If the power cord is worn, cut, or damaged
in any way, have it replaced immediately.
Anti-Kickback Pawls
Make sure the teeth of the anti-kickback
pawls are always sharp. To sharpen:
1. Remove blade guard.
2. Rotate pawl toward rear of spreader so
that teeth are above top of spreader.
3. Hold spreader with left hand and place
pawl over corner of workbench as shown.
4. Using a small round file (smooth cut)
sharpen the teeth.
5. Reinstall blade guard
Herc-U-Lift™ Caster System
Periodically clean and grease U-bolt and
latch mechanism as needed. Grease caster
ball bearings and oil caster axle as needed.
WARNING: For your own safety,
turn switch “OFF” and remove
plug from power source outlet
before maintaining or lubricating
your saw.
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