Maintenance - Craftsman 124.58833 Operator's Manual

FREEHAND
WARNING: Freehand is a very dangerous operation of mak-
ing a cut without using the miter gauge or rip fence. Free-
hand cuts must never be performed on a Table Saw.
CUTTING OVERSIZED WORKPIECES
When cutting long workpieces or large panels, always sup-
port workpiece that is not on table. Use adjustable roller
stand or make simple support by clamping a piece of ply-
wood to saw horse. Add facings to miter gauge or rip fence
as needed.
IMPORTANT: Do not allow facings to interfere with operation
of blade guard.
DUST COLLECTING
• Saw is equipped with a 4" male exhaust port.
• Before starting saw, see that all adjustments are properly
made and guards in place. With power disconnected, turn
pulley by hand to make sure everything is correct before
connecting power and starting saw.
BLADE SELECTION
Blade selection is based on type of material being cut and
how it will be cut. There are three general types of saw
blades: rip saw blades cut with grain of wood, cut-off saw
blades cut across grain, and combination saw blades cut
with grain, across grain and any angle to grain.
Blades vary in many aspects. When selecting a blade, the
following blade characteristics should match up with opera-
tion to be performed and type of material to be cut: type of
steel; quality of steel; tooth style; tooth set; carbide tipped;
grind; number of teeth and size.
IMPORTANT: Your saw is only as accurate and efficient as
blade or cutting tool used.
First, be certain to use the appropriate type of cutting tool for
the operation to be performed. Second, it is strongly recom-
mended that high-quality blades and cutting tools be used.
Be certain blades and cutting tools are kept sharp and in
good working order. Check blades periodically and replace
or sharpen if necessary.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Do not attempt under any circumstances, to
service, repair, dismantle, or disassemble any mechanical
or electrical components without physically disconnecting all
power sources.
CLEANING
• Clean off any preservative on bright (machined ) parts with
appropriate solvent (mineral spirits). Avoid getting cleaning
fluid on any rubber parts as they tend to deteriorate
rubber.
• Use soap and soft water on rubber and plastic parts.
• After cleaning, lubricate unpainted surfaces with a light
application of medium consistency machine oil. This lubri-
cation should be repeated at least once every six months.
NOTE: Instead of oil, a good quality paste wax can be ap-
plied to rip fence and table surface. Paste wax will enhance
movement of workpieces. In addition to providing lubrication,
paste wax will help prevent rusting.
• Keep your machine and your workshop clean. Do not allow
sawdust to accumulate on saw or inside cabinet.
Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust that may
accumulate within cabinet.
• Be certain motor and internal mechanisms are clean and
are frequently vacuumed or blown free of any dirt.
LUBRICATION
All bearings on the arbor are shielded ball bearings. These
bearings are permanently lubricated at the factory.
• As needed, clean the grease off the rack and worm gears
of height and tilt mechanism. Lubricate rack and gears
with a medium viscosity machine oil.
• Be sure to lubricate trunnion ways and all bushings.
• Occasionally oil all other bearing points, including blade
guard assembly, miter gauge and rip fence.
SERVICE
• Replace belts and worn parts as needed. If power cords
are worn, cut, or damaged in any way, have them
replaced immediately.
• Make sure teeth of anti-kickback pawls are always sharp.
• Sharpen dull teeth using a few light strokes of a smooth
cut flat file.
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