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General| Weight | 11.5 lb |
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| Type | Circular Saw |
| Power Source | Corded |
| Motor Power | 15 Amp |
| Amperage | 15 A |
| Bevel Capacity | 56 degrees |
Explains hazards of radial arm saw for ripping: outfeed zone, kickback, wrong way feed.
Explains safety alert symbol and signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION).
Defines kickback, wrong way feed, and their severe consequences.
Details the function and features of the saw's guard system.
Instructions on protective gear and clothing to wear.
Instructions for maintaining a safe work environment.
Instructions for safe operation and maintenance of the saw itself.
Guidelines for safely handling and cutting workpieces.
Instructions for safe use and maintenance of saw blades.
Describes location and purpose of safety labels on the saw.
Specific OSHA guard label, edge molding label, and thrown objects label.
Importance of proper assembly, adjustment, and alignment for optimal performance.
Lists included parts and instructions for checking completeness.
Lists necessary tools for assembling and aligning the saw.
Step-by-step instructions for assembling the steel legs of the saw stand.
Instructions for securely mounting the saw to the assembled legs.
Guides on attaching the carriage and motor assembly to the saw arm.
Steps to remove the saw blade for assembly or maintenance.
Instructions for attaching the table supports to the saw base.
How to adjust the arm lock for proper tension and security.
Procedure to adjust the yoke clamp for secure motor and carriage positioning.
How to check and adjust the bevel lock lever for secure motor angle locking.
Instructions for adjusting the arm's connection to the column for stability.
Critical adjustment to remove looseness between column tube and support.
Checks for and adjusts rotational movement of the arm.
Procedure to adjust carriage bearings for smooth movement and accurate cuts.
Adjusting table supports for proper alignment with the saw blade.
Step-by-step guide for installing the front table onto the saw.
Instructions to ensure the front table is perfectly flat for accurate cuts.
Adjusting the radial arm to be square to the fence for accurate crosscuts.
Instructions for installing table clamps to secure table sections.
Adjusting the blade to be square to the table for accurate crosscuts.
Adjusting the blade to be square to the fence to reduce kickback.
Adjusting the blade to be parallel to the table to prevent workpiece damage.
How to install and adjust rip scale indicators for quick settings.
Instructions for installing the saw guard for safety.
Adjusting the riving knife to be in line with the blade for safety.
Explains function and operation of the bevel lock lever.
Explains function and operation of the miter/arm lock lever.
Explains function and operation of the on-off switch.
Explains function and operation of the yellow key.
Explains function and operation of the elevation crank.
Explains function and operation of the table clamp.
Explains function and operation of the yoke index lever.
Explains function and operation of the yoke lock handle.
Explains function and operation of the carriage lock knob.
Explains function and operation of the saw handle.
Explains function and operation of the guard clamp screw.
Explains function and operation of the guard.
Explains function and operation of the hold down knob.
Explains function and operation of the hold down.
Explains function and operation of the riving knife bracket.
Explains function and operation of the dust elbow.
Explains function and operation of the guard tab.
Explains function and operation of the pawls/riving knife knob.
Explains function and operation of the pawls.
Explains function and operation of the riving knife.
Lists the specifications for the saw's AC motor.
Information on connecting to a 120V, 15-AMP branch circuit.
Guidelines for selecting and using extension cords.
Explains the motor protector and reset button function.
Procedure for changing the motor voltage from 120V to 240V.
Defines crosscutting and the types of cuts that can be made.
Explains hazards associated with crosscutting.
Warns about the risk of cutting fingers/hands due to exposed blade teeth.
Warns about the risk of thrown workpieces and how to avoid them.
Instructions on making kerfs in the table and fence for accurate cutting.
Step-by-step instructions for performing crosscuts on the saw.
Techniques for efficient repetitive crosscutting using stops.
Tips for improving crosscutting accuracy and safety.
Defines ripping and its setup requirements.
Explains the two blade positions for ripping.
Explains the directions of feed for ripping.
Guidelines for positioning workpieces for ripping.
Instructions for using push sticks and blocks for safe ripping.
Explains hazards and safety procedures for ripping.
Warns about pulling hands into the blade from the outfeed side during ripping.
Explains kickback and its causes during ripping.
Steps to minimize the risk of kickback during ripping.
Warns against wrong way feed and how to avoid it.
Explains the function and setting of the hold down during ripping.
Explains the function and setting of pawls and riving knife for ripping.
Step-by-step procedure for setting up the saw for ripping.
Specific considerations for bevel ripping.
Instructions for making in-rip cuts.
Refers to accessories for dado and molding heads.
Explains the technique of edging with dado or molding heads.
Instructions for making a push stick.
Instructions for making a push block.
Instructions for making an auxiliary fence.
Information on using molding head or drum sander with the saw.
Instructions for making a featherboard.
How to attach a straight edge for ripping irregular workpieces.
Information on OSHA requirements for commercial use.
General safety guidelines for using saw accessories.
Instructions for using dado blades.
Information and safety for edging with dado/molding heads.
General notes on saw maintenance requirements.
Instructions for cleaning the saw.
Guidance on lubricating saw components.
Steps for replacing the pawls on the saw.
Instructions on how to change the saw blade.
How to lubricate the blade guard assembly.
How to adjust the saw's trigger mechanism.
Emphasizes importance of following alignment steps for accuracy.
Lists best practices for achieving accurate cuts.
Lists common motor problems, their causes, and solutions.
Lists cutting problems, their causes, and solutions.
Lists further cutting problems and their solutions.
Lists saw-specific problems and their solutions.
Lists parts for the overall saw assembly diagram.
Lists parts for the yoke assembly diagram.
Lists parts for the base assembly diagram.
Lists parts for the guard assembly diagram.
Lists parts for the arm assembly diagram.
Lists parts for the leg set diagram.
Details what the RIDGID Lifetime Warranty covers.
Instructions on how to obtain warranty service.
Lists exclusions from the warranty coverage.
Provides contact information for questions or comments.
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