RIDGID R45101 User Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
10 in. TABLE SAW
R4510 / R45101
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RIDGID R45101 Specifications

General

Brand	RIDGID
Model	R45101
Category	Saw
Language	English

Summary

General Safety Rules

Read All Instructions

Symbols

Signal Words and Meanings

Tool Symbols and Explanations

Electrical

Extension Cords

Grounding Instructions

Details on the importance and method of grounding the power tool.

Glossary of Terms

Anti-Kickback Pawls

Kickback

Hazard where blade binds or stalls, throwing workpiece back toward operator.

Riving Knife

Metal piece that keeps kerf open and prevents kickback.

Features

Know Your Table Saw

Switch Assembly Operation

Instructions on how to turn the saw ON, OFF, and lock the switch for safety.

Assembly

Unpacking

Mounting Holes

Guidance on how to securely mount the table saw to a workbench or leg stand.

Assembling the Leg Stand

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the movable leg stand for the table saw.

Mounting the Leg Stand on the Table Saw Base

Detailed instructions for attaching the assembled leg stand to the table saw base.

To Open the Leg Stand

To Secure/Level the Saw

Steps to level the table saw on its stand to prevent rocking or movement.

To Close the Leg Stand and Move the Saw

To Change Riving Knife Positions

Instructions on how to adjust the riving knife position for different cutting operations.

To Check Saw Blade Installation

To Install the Anti-Kickback Pawls and Blade Guard

Procedure for installing the anti-kickback pawls and the blade guard.

To Install Blade Guard

Steps for installing the blade guard onto the riving knife.

To Check and Align the Riving Knife and Saw Blade

Procedure to check and adjust the alignment between the riving knife and the saw blade.

Operation

Basic Operation of the Table Saw

Covers essential setup like grounding and plug usage for basic operation.

Causes of Kickback

Explains actions and conditions that can cause kickback.

Avoiding Kickback

Provides essential precautions and techniques to prevent kickback.

Cutting Aids

Types of Cuts

Featherboard

To Change Blade Depth

Procedure for setting the correct blade depth relative to the workpiece.

To Change Blade Angle

Instructions for adjusting the blade angle for bevel and compound cuts.

To Set the Rip Fence Indicator to the Blade

Procedure for calibrating the rip fence indicator for precise rip cut measurements.

To Use the Rip Fence

Instructions on positioning, locking, and checking the rip fence for smooth operation.

To Use the Micro-Adjust Wheel on the Rip Fence

To Use the Miter Gauge

Heeling (Paralleling) the Blade to the Miter Gauge Groove

Procedure to align the saw blade parallel to the miter gauge groove.

Making a Cross Cut

Making a Rip Cut

Making a Miter Cut

Making a Bevel Cross Cut

Making a Bevel Rip Cut

Making a Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut

Making a Non-Through Cut

Making a Dado Cut

Adjustments

To Replace the Blade

Step-by-step guide for removing and installing a new saw blade.

To Set the Bevel Indicator and Bevel Stops at 0° and 45°

Procedure to calibrate the bevel indicator and stops for precise 0° and 45° cuts.

To Adjust the Miter Gauge

To Check and Adjust the Alignment of the Rip Fence

Procedure to ensure the rip fence is parallel to the blade and miter gauge grooves.

To Adjust the Bevel Locking Lever

Maintenance

General Maintenance

Nylon Set Screw Adjustment

Brush Replacement

Troubleshooting

Excess Vibration

Rip Fence Does Not Move Smoothly

Cutting Binds or Burns Work

Causes and solutions for when the saw blade binds or burns the workpiece.

Wood Edges Away from Rip Fence When Ripping

Saw Does Not Make 0° or 45° Cuts

Saw Does Not Start

Common causes and solutions for the saw failing to start.

Blade Makes Poor Cuts

Motor Overheats

Motor Labors in Rip Cut

Warranty

What is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty

How to Obtain Service

Customer Service Information