Central Machinery 97896 User Manual

10” TABLE SAW
2.4 HP / 120 V~ / 15 A
Model 97896
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Revised Manual 10h

Central Machinery 97896 Specifications

General

Model	97896
Category	Saw
Type	Band Saw
Motor	1/3 HP
Voltage	120V
Table Tilt	0-45 degrees

Summary

Product Overview and Initial Safety

Essential Safety Warning: Save This Manual

Read all safety material before use and save this manual for future reference to prevent serious injury.

Safety Information and General Warnings

Understanding Safety Symbols and First Warnings

Electrical Safety and Grounding

Proper Grounding Procedures for Tools

Details essential grounding instructions for safe operation of 120V tools with three and two prong plugs.

Table Saw Specific Safety Rules

Safety Warnings and Operational Terminology

Provides essential table saw safety warnings and defines critical terms like kickback, ripcut, and featherboard.

Kickback Prevention and Guard Use

Avoiding Kickback and Maintaining Guards

Safety Accessory: Push Stick

Design and Construction of Push Sticks

Product Specifications and Setup

Mounting the Table Saw

Assembly and Blade Installation

Safe Saw Blade Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for safely installing the saw blade, including necessary precautions and tools.

Attaching Key Components

Installing Blade Guard and Fence

Operating Procedures: Blade Adjustment

Adjusting Blade Height and Angle Safely

Guides on how to safely adjust the saw blade's height and cutting angle for different tasks.

Cutting Process and Adjustments

Setting Cut Width and Hand Positioning

Explains how to adjust the cut width using the fence and how to properly position hands during cutting.

Cutting Completion and Overload Protection

Safe Cutting Practices and Circuit Breaker Use

Maintenance, Servicing, and Care

Cleaning, Lubrication, and Inspection