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10" Bench Top Table Saw
Instruction
Manual
Model 3812
Shown assembled with accessory stand model 38129
and accessory outfeed support model 38239.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result. Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards, goggles, dust
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAWS 12. NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line 1. DO NOT operate your saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions. with the path of the saw blade. 2. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the 13. NEVER reach behind or over the cutting tool with operation of circular saws, obtain advice from your either hand for any reason. supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person. 14. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work in
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS E D ASSEMBLING BLADE RAISING AND LOWERING HANDWHEEL Fig. 4 1. Insert the 1-3/4" screw (D) Fig. 4, through handle (E). Assemble handle (E) to handwheel (A) by threading E screw (D) clockwise into handwheel as shown in Fig. 5. Handle (E) should rotate freely on screw (D). D A Fig. 5 ASSEMBLING BLADE GUARD AND SPREADER ASSEMBLY 1. WARNING: WHEN ASSEMBLING THE BLADE A GUARD AND SPREADER ASSEMBLY, MAKE CERTAIN THE SAW IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE. B 2. IMPORTANT: THE
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6. NOTE: The anchor block (B) Fig. 6, has been adjusted at the factory so that the spreader will be aligned with the saw blade which is supplied with the saw. When changing to blades with different widths it may be necessary to adjust the anchor block (B) Fig. 9, as follows: 7. Remove table insert and saw blade. 8. Loosen the two screws (C) Fig. 8 (under saw table), that attach the anchor block (B) Fig. 9, to the saw frame C (E). 9. Three additional shims, two of which are shown at (D) Fig
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11" OR 12" SQUARE CUTOUT ASSEMBLING RIP FENCE TO SAW TABLE 1. The rip fence may be used on the right or left hand A side of the saw table. Lift locking handle (A) Fig. 12, and position the front end of the fence on the front fence rail as shown. 2. While pressing front end of fence firmly against front fence rail, place rear end of fence down on the rear fence rail and push down on locking handle (A) Fig. 13, to lock fence in place. Fig. 12 A Fig. 13 FASTENING SAW TO A SUPPORTING SURFACE
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FASTENING SAW TO TWO SAW HORSES When fastening the saw to two saw horses, position the four grooves located on the base of the saw cabinet over the 2x4’s of the saw horse and fasten in place with suitable hardware (not supplied). CAUTION: THE SAW HORSES MUST BE ABLE TO SUPPORT 300 LBS. MOTOR Many Porter-Cable tools will operate on either D.C., or single phase 25 to 60 cycle A.C. current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of that shown on the specification plate on the tool. Several model
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LOCKING SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION IMPORTANT: When the tool is not in use the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use. The tool can be locked in the “OFF” position using a padlock (A) as shown in Fig. 17. The padlock should have 3/16" diameter shank with a 2" throat to insure a proper fit. A Fig. 17 BLADE RAISING AND LOWERING CONTROL To raise or lower the saw blade, turn handwheel (A) Fig 18. Turning the handwheel counterclockwise lowers the blade and turnin
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ADJUSTING 0 AND 45 DEGREE POSITIVE STOPS A Your saw is equipped with positive stops for rapid and accurate positioning of the saw blade at 0 and 45 degrees to the table. This saw has the capability to go 2 degrees beyond 0 and 45 degrees (-2º to 47º). To adjust the positive stops, proceed as follows: B 1. DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE POWER SOURCE. 2. Remove the blade guard and spreader assembly. NOTE: SEE THE SECTION “REMOVING BLADE Fig. 20 GUARD/SPREADER ASSEMBLY.” 3. Raise the saw blade t
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3. WARNING: THE RIP FENCE MUST BE B PARALLEL TO THE MITER GAGE SLOT AND SAW BLADE TO HELP PREVENT KICKBACK WHEN RIPPING. 4. The saw blade is set parallel to the miter gage slot at the factory and the fence must be parallel to the miter gage slot and saw blade in order to do accurate work and help prevent kickback when ripping. To check the H alignment: 5. Position the fence close to the miter gage slot, as G shown in Fig. 22A. Push fence toward saw to insure alignment screws are in contact w
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MITER GAGE OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS When straight cross-cutting (blade set 90 degrees to the E table) the miter gage can be used in either table slot. When bevel cross-cutting (blade tilted) only use the miter gage in the right table slot where the blade is tilted away from the miter gage and your hands. B This miter gage is equipped with individually adjustable C D index stops at 90 degrees and 45 degrees right and left. Adjustment to the index stops can be made by Fig. 26 loosening lock nuts
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CHANGING THE BLADE 1. WARNING: WHEN CHANGING THE BLADE, MAKE CERTAIN THE SAW IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE. USE ONLY 10" DIAMETER SAW BLADES RATED FOR 4600 RPM OR HIGHER WITH 5/8" ARBOR HOLES. 2. Remove the table insert (A) Fig. 29, and raise the saw blade to its maximum height. A 3. Remove the blade guard and spreader assembly. Fig. 29 NOTE: THE BLADE MUST BE IN THE 90 DEGREE POSITION TO THE TABLE FOR THE BLADE GUARD AND SPREADER ASSEMBLY TO BE REMOVED. Remove the table insert, pull
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OPERATION Common sawing operations include ripping and cross-cutting plus a few other standard operations of a fundamental nature. As with all power tools, there is a certain amount of hazard involved with the operation and use of the tool. Using the tool with the respect and caution demanded as far as safety precautions are concerned, will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator can
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If the ripped work is less than 4 inches wide, a PUSH STICK should always be used to complete the feed, as shown in Fig. 35. The PUSH STICK can easily be made from scrap material as explained in the section “CONSTRUCTING PUSH STICK.” When ripping stock 2 inches or narrower, assemble an auxiliary wood facing to the fence, as explained in the section “USING AUXILIARY WOOD FACING ON RIP FENCE” and use a PUSH STICK. USING AUXILIARY WOOD FACING ON RIP FENCE Fig. 35 It is necessary when performing so
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The dado head set (D) Fig. 40, is assembled to the saw arbor as shown. IMPORTANT: The blade guard and splitter assembly cannot be used when dadoing and must be removed. Auxiliary jigs, fixtures, push sticks and feather boards should also be used. Also, the accessory dado head table insert Delta model 38122 (E) Fig. 40, must be used in place of the standard table insert. Fig. 41, shows a typical dado operation using the miter gage as a guide. WARNING: NEVER USE THE DADO HEAD IN A BEVEL POSITION.
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MAINTENANCE KEEP TOOL CLEAN Periodically vacuum out all air passages. NEVER use compressed air, because it may force debris into the bearings or critical motor parts. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. CAUTION: Wear safety glasses while cleaning tool. FAILURE TO START Should your tool fail to start, check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good conta
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CONSTRUCTING A PUSH STICK When ripping work less than 4 inches wide, a push stick should be used to complete the feed and could easily be made from scrap material by following the pattern shown. 17 PUSH STICK MAKE FROM 1/2" OR 3/4" WOOD OR THICKNESS LESS THAN WIDTH OF MAT’L. TO BE CUT CUT OFF HERE TO PUSH 1/4" WOOD CUT OFF HERE TO PUSH 1/2" WOOD NOTCH TO HELP PREVENT HAND FROM SLIPPING 1/2" SQUARES
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PORTER-CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter-Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. We will repair or replace, at our option, any part or parts of the product and accessories covered under this warranty which, after examination, proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period. For repair or replacement, return the complete tool or accessory, transportation prepaid, to your nearest Porter-Cable Service
