MANUAL DEL OPERADOR OPERATORS MANUAL SIERRA DE MESA DE 254 mm (10 pulgj R4511 10 in TABLE SAW R4511 NFORMACON SOBRE SERVCIO AL CONSUMDOR Para piezas de repuesto o servicio, comunhquese con su centro de servicio autorizado de productos RIDGID. Asegürese de proporcionar todos los datos pertinentes al llamar o al presentarse personalmente.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Introduction General Safety Rules 3-4 • Specific Safety Rules 4-5 • Symbols 6-7 Electrical 8-9 A Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. 11-12 • Features 13 • Tools Needed Loose Parts 13-15 Assembly 16-30 • Operation 31-40 • Adjustments 41-43 Maintenance .
GENERAL SAFETY RULES TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Introduction General Safety Rules 3-4 • Specific Safety Rules 4-5 • Symbols 6-7 Electrical 8-9 A Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. 11-12 • Features 13 • Tools Needed Loose Parts 13-15 Assembly 16-30 • Operation 31-40 • Adjustments 41-43 Maintenance .
FETY RU LES GENERAL SAFETY RULES use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath work or around or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving. BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes. S INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY.
FETY RU LES GENERAL SAFETY RULES use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath work or around or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving. BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes. S INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY.
SYMBOLS SYMBOLS Proper interpreta Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOLS SYMBOLS Proper interpreta Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS SPEED AND WIRING Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tools plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat.
ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS SPEED AND WIRING Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tools plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat.
FEATURES GLOSSARY OF TERMS Anti-Kickback Pawis (radial arm and table saws) A device which, when properly installed and maintained, is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation. Arbor The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted. Bevel Cut A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 900 to the table surface. Chamfer A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of the end) is angled rather than at 90°.
FEATURES GLOSSARY OF TERMS Anti-Kickback Pawis (radial arm and table saws) A device which, when properly installed and maintained, is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation. Arbor The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted. Bevel Cut A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 900 to the table surface. Chamfer A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of the end) is angled rather than at 90°.
TOOLS NEEDED FEATURES KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW - See Figure 5. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS Kickback is a hazard in which the workpiece is thrown back toward the operator.
TOOLS NEEDED FEATURES KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW - See Figure 5. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS Kickback is a hazard in which the workpiece is thrown back toward the operator.
LOOSE PARTS LOOSE PARTS UST B %9 t 1 15 11 13 14 26 12 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Qty. Description Key No. Description Oty. Flat Head Hex Screw Carriage Bolt 4 16 Saw Blade 1 8 17 Hex Bolt 8 Side Brace 2 18 Lock Washer 8 Washer 8 19 Flat Washer 8 8 20 Blade Guard Assembly 1 4 21 Rear Rail, right 1 Brace, Front and Rear 2 22 Rear Rail, left 1 Belt 1 23 Rail Connector 1 Hex Key, 1/8 in., 2.
LOOSE PARTS LOOSE PARTS UST B %9 t 1 15 11 13 14 26 12 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Qty. Description Key No. Description Oty. Flat Head Hex Screw Carriage Bolt 4 16 Saw Blade 1 8 17 Hex Bolt 8 Side Brace 2 18 Lock Washer 8 Washer 8 19 Flat Washer 8 8 20 Blade Guard Assembly 1 4 21 Rear Rail, right 1 Brace, Front and Rear 2 22 Rear Rail, left 1 Belt 1 23 Rail Connector 1 Hex Key, 1/8 in., 2.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Place it on a level work surface. See “To Unpack the Saw from the Shipping Crate” on page 17. NOTE: This tool is heavy and requires several people to lift. To avoid back injury, keep your knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed. Remove the protective oil that is applied to all unpainted metal surfaces.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Place it on a level work surface. See “To Unpack the Saw from the Shipping Crate” on page 17. NOTE: This tool is heavy and requires several people to lift. To avoid back injury, keep your knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed. Remove the protective oil that is applied to all unpainted metal surfaces.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE THE LEVELING FEET • Repeat above step for the upper section of the Herc-U Lift®. • Check to insure the upper and lower sections are centered. If required, loosen frame hardware and adjust the frames side to side to center. Retighten all hardware. • Press down on the unlock pedal to check alignment of the U-bolt. The U-bolt should be centered within the latch mechanism as shown in figure 17. Release the unlock pedal and adjust the U-bolt as necessary. Retighten all hardware.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE THE LEVELING FEET • Repeat above step for the upper section of the Herc-U Lift®. • Check to insure the upper and lower sections are centered. If required, loosen frame hardware and adjust the frames side to side to center. Retighten all hardware. • Press down on the unlock pedal to check alignment of the U-bolt. The U-bolt should be centered within the latch mechanism as shown in figure 17. Release the unlock pedal and adjust the U-bolt as necessary. Retighten all hardware.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY ONLY INSTALL WHEN USING 4 in. DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM TO INSTALL THE DUST PORT TO REMOVE/REPLACE THE THROAT PLATE See Figure 23. See Figure 19. The dust port provides convenient saw dust removal using a 4 in. dust collection system. • Secure dust port to dust chute using screws. A WARNING: Drop blade below saw table when reinstalling the throat plate. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. TO INSTALL BEVEL ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL See Figure 20.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY ONLY INSTALL WHEN USING 4 in. DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM TO INSTALL THE DUST PORT TO REMOVE/REPLACE THE THROAT PLATE See Figure 23. See Figure 19. The dust port provides convenient saw dust removal using a 4 in. dust collection system. • Secure dust port to dust chute using screws. A WARNING: Drop blade below saw table when reinstalling the throat plate. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. TO INSTALL BEVEL ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL See Figure 20.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL BELT TO INSTALL AND LEVEL TABLE EXTENSIONS See Figures 27 28. • Screw threaded studs into holes on the side of the table top. • Using a 4 mm hex key, screw the studs into the table top leaving approximately 1 -3/8 in. of threads showing. See Figures 25- 26. • Open the motor cover. • Lower the blade and set the bevel to 45°. • Place belt on saw pulley, lift the motor, then place belt on motor pulley checking that the belt is parallel to the edges of both pulleys.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL BELT TO INSTALL AND LEVEL TABLE EXTENSIONS See Figures 27 28. • Screw threaded studs into holes on the side of the table top. • Using a 4 mm hex key, screw the studs into the table top leaving approximately 1 -3/8 in. of threads showing. See Figures 25- 26. • Open the motor cover. • Lower the blade and set the bevel to 45°. • Place belt on saw pulley, lift the motor, then place belt on motor pulley checking that the belt is parallel to the edges of both pulleys.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL I REPLACE THE SAW BLADE RAIL CONNECTOR TO INSTALL FRONT AND BACK RAILS See Figures 29 31. The front rail is in two pieces (left and right) and should be connected together with a rail connector before installation to the saw table. The rear rail is in two pieces (left and right) and each side should be installed separately.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL I REPLACE THE SAW BLADE RAIL CONNECTOR TO INSTALL FRONT AND BACK RAILS See Figures 29 31. The front rail is in two pieces (left and right) and should be connected together with a rail connector before installation to the saw table. The rear rail is in two pieces (left and right) and each side should be installed separately.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL RIP FENCE TO ALIGN BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY TO THE BLADE See Figures 40 41. • Place the rear clamp under the rear rail of the saw table and pull slightly toward the front of the unit - See Figures 36 37. - A WARNING Lower the front end of the rip fence onto the guide surfaces on top of the front rail. Properly align spreader Improperly aligned spreader may cause blade to bind which will increase risk of kickback.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL RIP FENCE TO ALIGN BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY TO THE BLADE See Figures 40 41. • Place the rear clamp under the rear rail of the saw table and pull slightly toward the front of the unit - See Figures 36 37. - A WARNING Lower the front end of the rip fence onto the guide surfaces on top of the front rail. Properly align spreader Improperly aligned spreader may cause blade to bind which will increase risk of kickback.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY GULLET TO CHANGE BLADE DEPTH TILTING THE SAW WARNING: See Figures 44 45. The saw blade depth should be set so that the outer points of the saw blade are higher than the workpiece by approxi mately 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below the workpiece. Raise the saw blade by, turning the height adjusting handwheel clockwise or lower the saw blade by turning the height adjusting handwheel counterclockwise.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY GULLET TO CHANGE BLADE DEPTH TILTING THE SAW WARNING: See Figures 44 45. The saw blade depth should be set so that the outer points of the saw blade are higher than the workpiece by approxi mately 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below the workpiece. Raise the saw blade by, turning the height adjusting handwheel clockwise or lower the saw blade by turning the height adjusting handwheel counterclockwise.
OPERATION ASSEMBLY Remove the rope, tape, or elastic strap from the latch mechanism and handwheel. Loosen and remove the nuts, washers, and bolts securing the Herc-U-Lift® mobile base to the leg bracket on the leg stand. Save all parts and place in a safe area for reinstallation later.
OPERATION ASSEMBLY Remove the rope, tape, or elastic strap from the latch mechanism and handwheel. Loosen and remove the nuts, washers, and bolts securing the Herc-U-Lift® mobile base to the leg bracket on the leg stand. Save all parts and place in a safe area for reinstallation later.
OPERATION OPERATION AVOIDING KICKBACK FEATHERBOARD HOW TO MAKE A FEATHERBOARD I Always use the correct blade depth setting. The top of A featherboard is a device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or rip fence. Featherboards are especially useful when ripping small workpieces and for completing non-through cuts. The end is angled, with a number of short kerts to give a friction hold on the workpiece. Lock it in place on the table with a C-clamp.
OPERATION OPERATION AVOIDING KICKBACK FEATHERBOARD HOW TO MAKE A FEATHERBOARD I Always use the correct blade depth setting. The top of A featherboard is a device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or rip fence. Featherboards are especially useful when ripping small workpieces and for completing non-through cuts. The end is angled, with a number of short kerts to give a friction hold on the workpiece. Lock it in place on the table with a C-clamp.
OPERATION OPERATION TYPES OF CUTS A CROSS CUT 0 Cross cuts are straight 900 cuts made across the grain of the workpiece. The wood is fed into the cut at a 900 angle to the blade, and the blade is vertical. Rip cuts are made with the grain of the wood. To avoid kickback while making a rip cut, make sure one side of the wood rides firmly against the rip fence. Miter cuts are made with the wood at any angle to the blade other than 90°. The blade is vertical.
OPERATION OPERATION TYPES OF CUTS A CROSS CUT 0 Cross cuts are straight 900 cuts made across the grain of the workpiece. The wood is fed into the cut at a 900 angle to the blade, and the blade is vertical. Rip cuts are made with the grain of the wood. To avoid kickback while making a rip cut, make sure one side of the wood rides firmly against the rip fence. Miter cuts are made with the wood at any angle to the blade other than 90°. The blade is vertical.
OPERATION OPERATION TO MAKE A RP CUT H See Figure 60. A H WARMNG: H Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious possible injury. H H H H H H H H H H Turn the blade height lock knob counterclockwise then turn the height adjusting handwheel until the blade is set to the correct depth for the workpiece. Retighten the blade height lock knob. Set the blade to 00 (see To Square the Saw Blade to the Miter Gauge Groove in the Adjustments section).
OPERATION OPERATION TO MAKE A RP CUT H See Figure 60. A H WARMNG: H Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed and working properly to avoid serious possible injury. H H H H H H H H H H Turn the blade height lock knob counterclockwise then turn the height adjusting handwheel until the blade is set to the correct depth for the workpiece. Retighten the blade height lock knob. Set the blade to 00 (see To Square the Saw Blade to the Miter Gauge Groove in the Adjustments section).
OPERATION B B B OPERATION COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT Once the blade has made contact with the workpiece, use the hand closest to the rip fence to guide it. Make sure the edge of the workpiece remains in solid contact with both the rip fence and the surface of the table. If ripping a narrow piece, use a push stick to move the piece through the cut and past the blade. When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before removing any part of the workpiece.
OPERATION B B B OPERATION COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT Once the blade has made contact with the workpiece, use the hand closest to the rip fence to guide it. Make sure the edge of the workpiece remains in solid contact with both the rip fence and the surface of the table. If ripping a narrow piece, use a push stick to move the piece through the cut and past the blade. When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before removing any part of the workpiece.
OPERATION ADJUSTMENTS DADO CUT TO MAKE A DADO CUT See Figure 67. An optional dado throat plate is required for this procedure (see the Accessories section of this manual and check with the retailer where the table saw was purchased). All blades and dado sets must not be rated less than the speed of this tool and may have a maximum width of 13/16 in.
OPERATION ADJUSTMENTS DADO CUT TO MAKE A DADO CUT See Figure 67. An optional dado throat plate is required for this procedure (see the Accessories section of this manual and check with the retailer where the table saw was purchased). All blades and dado sets must not be rated less than the speed of this tool and may have a maximum width of 13/16 in.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST THE MITER GAUGE BLADE AT 90° POSITION TO SET THE BEVEL INDICATOR AND BEVEL STOPS AT 0° AND 45° See Figure 74. You can set the miter gauge at 0° and plus or minus 45° with the miter gauge stop pin and adjustable stop screws. NOTE: The miter gauge provides close accuracy in angled cuts. For very close tolerances, test cuts are recommended. H Loosen the lock knob and pull out on stop pin to rotate miter gauge base past stop screws.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST THE MITER GAUGE BLADE AT 90° POSITION TO SET THE BEVEL INDICATOR AND BEVEL STOPS AT 0° AND 45° See Figure 74. You can set the miter gauge at 0° and plus or minus 45° with the miter gauge stop pin and adjustable stop screws. NOTE: The miter gauge provides close accuracy in angled cuts. For very close tolerances, test cuts are recommended. H Loosen the lock knob and pull out on stop pin to rotate miter gauge base past stop screws.
TROUBLESHOOTING MAI NTENANCE A GENERAL MAINTENANCE WARMNG: Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, and screws for tightness and condition. Make sure the throat plate is in good condition and in position. When servicing, use only identical RIDGID re placement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. Check the blade guard assembly. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.
TROUBLESHOOTING MAI NTENANCE A GENERAL MAINTENANCE WARMNG: Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, and screws for tightness and condition. Make sure the throat plate is in good condition and in position. When servicing, use only identical RIDGID re placement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. Check the blade guard assembly. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.
TROUBLESHOOTING [ Prob’em Saw does not make 90° or 45° cuts. Height and Bevel Adjusting Handwheels are hard to turn, WARRANTY Souton Cause Bevel stops not properly adjusted. See To Set the Bevel Indicator and Bevel Stops at 0° and 45°’ in the Adjustments section. Miter gauge is misaligned (Miter Cuts). See ‘To Adjust the Miter Gauge” in the Adjustments section. Gears or screw post inside cabinet are clogged with sawdust. Clean the gears and screw posts; lubricate. Bearing retainer too tight.
TROUBLESHOOTING [ Prob’em Saw does not make 90° or 45° cuts. Height and Bevel Adjusting Handwheels are hard to turn, WARRANTY Souton Cause Bevel stops not properly adjusted. See To Set the Bevel Indicator and Bevel Stops at 0° and 45°’ in the Adjustments section. Miter gauge is misaligned (Miter Cuts). See ‘To Adjust the Miter Gauge” in the Adjustments section. Gears or screw post inside cabinet are clogged with sawdust. Clean the gears and screw posts; lubricate. Bearing retainer too tight.
MANUEL D’UTILISATION SCIE A TABLE DE 254 mm OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10 in. TABLE SAW (10 po) R4511 R4511 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1 -866-539-1 710 or visit us online at www.ridgidwoodworking.com. The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing.
