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MACHINE USE
QUICK OPERATIONS CHECKLIST
Before using the saw each time, verify the following:
1, The blade is tight.
2. The bevel angle and height lock-knobs are tight.
3. If ripping, ensure that the fence lock lever is tight and that the fence is parallel to the blade.
4. If crosscutting, ensure that the miter gauge knob is tight.
5. Proper eye, hearing, and respiratory equipment are being used.
6. The blade guard is properly attached and the anti-kickback pawls are functioning.
Failure to adhere to these common safety rules can greatly increase the likelihood of injury.
Common sawing operations include ripping and cross cutting plus a few other standard operations. As with all power machines,
a certain amount of hazard is involved with the operation and use of the machine. Using the machine with the respect and
caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or
completely ignored, personal injury can result. The following information describes the safe and proper method for performing
the most common sawing operations.
This instruction manual does not provide information regarding the installation of a fence system. A
fence system must be installed before use of the saw. Please refer to the fence instruction manual
regarding the proper installation, alignment, and operation of the fence system.
The use of attachments and accessories not recommended be Delta may result in injury.
Never operate the saw without the proper table insert for the saw blade or cutter installed.
1. Make sure that the splitter is aligned with the blade
as described in the section “BLADE GUARD AND
SPLITTER ASSEMBLY AND ALIGNMENT.”
2. Replace or sharpen the anti-kickback pawls when they
become dull.
3. Keep the guard clean for visibility and free motion.
4. Do not use solvent or lubricants on the guard. They
may severely damage the plastic.
5. Use caution when feeding workpieces that may catch
on the guard and cause a bind, or force the guard into
the blade (such as when cutting moulding).
BLADE GUARD AND SPLITTER USE
Fig. 39
A
The blade guard assembly provided with Delta saws (Fig. 39) must be used for all through-sawing operations.
The splitter prevents the kerf from closing and binding the blade, causing kickback. The anti-kickback pawls (A) Fig. 39 prevent the
workpiece and the cut-off piece from being thrown back at the operator. The plastic guard prevents dust and debris from being
thrown at the operator. To use the guard properly: