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and operating properly. Check that the blade is set to 90° and at
its lowest position. Ensure that the table is clear of any tools or
other materials. Ensure that all nuts, bolts and other fastenings
are secure. If the machine makes any unusual noise or vibrates
excessively, STOP the machine immediately and investigate the
cause and rectify . If the cause cannot be identified NO NOT use
the machine and contact your nearest service centre.
LUBRICATION (PIC.40)
Before lubricating, remove the bottom safety cover by removing
the cross head pan screws. (Pic.40) Lubricate the blade tilting
operating screw and both pairs of locking and adjustment nuts
and the blade elevating threaded rod once a month using a light
machine oil or other similar lubricant.
MAINTENANCE
Do not make any adjustment while the motor is in motion,
Always make sure the machines plug has been removed from
the mains power source before changing brushes, lubricating
or when doing any work or maintenance on the machine. After
each use, check your machine for damage or broken parts and
keep it in top working condition by repairing or replacing parts
FAULT FINDING
PROBLEM
The saw will not start
Does not make accurate
45° or 90° rip cuts
The material pinches the
blade when ripping
The material binds on
the riving knife.
The material is kicked
back from the blade.
The saw makes an
unsatisfactory cut
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Saw is not plugged in and switched on
Fuse blown, circuit breaker or (RCD) has
tripped
Tilt stops not adjusted correctly
Tilt pointer not set at accurately
Rip fence is not aligned with the blade.
Warped material, the edge against the
rip fence is not straight.
The riving knife is not correctly aligned
with the blade
The blade set is narrower than the riving
knife.
The rip fence is out of alignment
The riving knife is not aligned with the blade or
not fitted.
Feeding the material without using the rip
fence.
Releasing the material before the cut is
completed
A dull blade
The mitre gauge locking knob is not tightened
Dull blade
Blade mounted backwards
Gum or pitch build up on the blade
Incorrect blade for the operation
Gum or pitch build up on the table
causing erratic feed
immediately. Clean out accumulated dust. During use the carbon
brushes will wear down, this will be indicated by a possible loss
of power and excessive sparking seen through the ventilation
slots. When the brushes have worn down to approxi m ately 4-
5mm they will require replacing. Remove the two round cover
plates, one on either side of the motor casing (Pic.41). Remove
the worn carbon brush and replace it with the new one, and
re-fit the round cover plate, Repeat this operation for the other
carbon brush. Replace the rectangular cover plate and secure
with the screw. NOTE: Carbon brushes must always be changed
as a pair.
WARNING
To assure safety and reliability, all repairs with the exception
of externally accessible brushes should be performed by
AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE or any other authorised
service centre or organisations.
NOTE: In all cases where electrical problems occur consult a
qualified electrician. Isolate the machine and unplug from wall
socket before attempting to work on the machine even if the
problem seems minor.
REMEDY
Plug in and switch on
Replace fuse, re-set circuit breaker or (RCD).
Check the blade using a set square and adjust
the stop correctly. Adjust the pointer to 0°
Check alignment of blade and adjust
if required. True up uneven edge.
Select another piece of material
Check the alignment of the riving
knife and adjust if required.
Select another blade or riving knife.
Check the alignment of the rip fence
and adjust if required.
Check the alignment of the riving knife and
adjust/fit if required.
Install the rip fence.
Feed the material all the way through before
releasing the material
Replace the blade.
Secure the locking knob
Mount the blade the correct way round.
Fissare la lama nel senso corretto.
Remove the blade and clean with
suitable cleaner and steel wool.
Use the correct blade.
Clean the table with suitable cleaner
and steel wool.
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