10″″ Professional Radial Arm Saw

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
(Model 33-830)

PART NO. 424-12-651-0031 (019)

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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 masks and hearing protection can reduce your potential for injury. But even the best guard won’t make
up for poor judgment, carelessness or inattention. Always use common sense and exercise caution in the workshop.
If a procedure feels dangerous, don’t try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your
personal safety is your responsibility.
This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not
be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative
to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should
be performed on the product.
Technical Service Manager
Delta Machinery
4825 Highway 45 North
Jackson, TN 38305
(IN CANADA: 505 SOUTHGATE DRIVE, GUELPH, ONTARIO N1H 6M7)
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION 18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific contacted.
hazards peculiar to it. 19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and
3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Wear safety perform its intended function – check for alignment of
glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its
mask if cutting operation is dusty. These safety glasses operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
must conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirements. NOTE: properly repaired or replaced.
Approved glasses have Z87 printed or stamped on them.
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches only.
are removed from tool before turning it “on”. 21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
benches invite accidents. complete stop.
6. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t 22. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER
to rain. Keep work area well-lighted. TOOL. DO NOT USE TOOL WHILE TIRED OR UNDER
THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR
7. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while operating
and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area. power tools may result in serious personal injury.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF – with padlocks, 23. MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM
master switches, or by removing starter keys. P O W E R S U P P LY w h i l e m o t o r i s b e i n g m o u n t e d ,
9. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be connected or reconnected.
safer at the rate for which it was designed. 24. THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood
10. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to products can be injurious to your health. Always operate
do a job for which it was not designed. machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper
dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, possible.
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in
moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear 25. WARNING: SOME DUST CREATED BY
protective hair covering to contain long hair. POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING,
AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals
both hands to operate tool. are:
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and · lead from lead-based paints,
balance at all times. · crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools · arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc. work with approved safety equipment, such as those
16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta microscopic particles.
may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.
17. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in
power cord. In the event of a power failure, move switch SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
to the “OFF” position. Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
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 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR RADIAL ARM SAWS
1. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION 19. NEVER PERFORM a “crossed arm” operation.
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL. 20. PROPERLY SUPPORT all long or wide workpieces.
2. DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL until it is completely 21. NEVER START THE TOOL with the blade engaged
assembled and installed according to the instructions. in the workpiece.
3. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or 22. FOLLOW ALL RIPPING WARNINGS on tool. Never
some other qualified person if you are not thoroughly rip a workpiece from the wrong end.
familiar with operating this tool.
23. NEVER FEED WORK into the anti-kickback end of
4. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES/recommended the tool.
electrical connections. PROPERLY GROUND the tool.
24. USE A “PUSH-STICK” for narrow ripping work.
5. NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT GUARDS in place.
25. REMOVE CUT-OFF PIECES and scraps from the
6. KEEP BLADE SHARP and free of rust and pitch. table before cutting. The vibration of the tool may cause
7. KEEP BLADE and arbor flanges free from dirt and them to move into the path of the saw blade and be
grease. thrown out. After cutting, and after the blade has come
8. SECURELY FASTEN END PLATES TO TRACK to a complete stop, turn the tool off and remove all
ARM prior to use. debris.
9. TIGHTEN ALL CLAMP HANDLES prior to use. 26. TURN THE TOOL “OFF” and disconnect the tool
from the power source before adjusting or changing set-
10. WEAR EYE PROTECTION (safety glasses or face ups.
shield.
27. TURN THE TOOL “OFF” and disconnect the tool
11. DO NOT OPERATE while under the influence of from the power source when making repairs.
drugs, alcohol, or medication.
28. TURN THE TOOL “OFF”, disconnect the tool from
12. DO NOT WEAR GLOVES, tie, or loose clothing. the power source, and clean the table/work area before
REMOVE RINGS, watch, and other jewelry, and roll up leaving the tool.
sleeves.
29. NEVER leave the work area when the power is “ON”,
13. DO NOT cut any workpiece “freehand”. or before the tool has come to a complete stop.
14. KNOW HOW TO AVOID KICKBACK. 30. IMPORTANT: When the tool is not in use, the switch
15. USE ANTI-KICKBACK FINGERS when ripping. should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent
Lower the guard on the infeed end and adjust the anti- unauthorized use.
kickback attachment properly. 31. IF ANY PART OF YOUR TOOL IS MISSING,
16. USE THE FENCE to support and guide the work. damaged, or fails, or if any electrical component
performs improperly, shut off the switch and remove the
17. KEEP ARMS AND HANDS OUT OF PATH of the saw plug from the power supply. Replace missing, damaged,
blade. or failed parts before resuming operation.
18. NEVER REACH around the saw blade.

EXTENSION CORDS
Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord
which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the tool’s plug. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the tool. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. A, shows the correct gauge to use depending on
the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC TOOLS RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC TOOLS

Ampere Total Length Gauge of Ampere Total Length Gauge of

Rating Volts of Cord in Feet Extension Cord Rating Volts of Cord in Feet Extension Cord
0-6 120 up to 25 18 AWG 0-6 240 up to 50 18 AWG
0-6 120 25-50 16 AWG 0-6 240 50-100 16 AWG
0-6 120 50-100 16 AWG 0-6 240 100-200 16 AWG
0-6 120 100-150 14 AWG 0-6 240 200-300 14 AWG
6-10 120 up to 25 18 AWG 6-10 240 up to 50 18 AWG
6-10 120 25-50 16 AWG 6-10 240 50-100 16 AWG
6-10 120 50-100 14 AWG 6-10 240 100-200 14 AWG
6-10 120 100-150 12 AWG 6-10 240 200-300 12 AWG
10-12 120 up to 25 16 AWG 10-12 240 up to 50 16 AWG
10-12 120 25-50 16 AWG 10-12 240 50-100 16 AWG
10-12 120 50-100 14 AWG 10-12 240 100-200 14 AWG
10-12 120 100-150 12 AWG 10-12 240 200-300 12 AWG
12-16 120 up to 25 14 AWG 12-16 240 up to 50 14 AWG
12-16 120 25-50 12 AWG 12-16 240 50-100 12 AWG
12-16 120 GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED 12-16 240 GREATER THAN 100 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED

Fig. A Fig. A
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 POWER CONNECTIONS
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be
protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-
prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the tool’s plug. Before connecting the motor to
the power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same
characteristics as indicated on the tool. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low voltage will
damage the motor.
WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THE TOOL TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE TOOL IN DAMP LOCATIONS.

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
Your tool is wired for 120 volt, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the tool to the power source, make sure
the switch is in the “OFF” position.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
1. All grounded, cord-connected tools: 2. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on
a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
volts:
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with If the tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet
an electric cord having an equipment-grounding that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. B, the tool will have
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig.
plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed B. A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and illustrated in Fig. C, may be used to connect this plug to a
ordinances. matching 2-conductor receptacle as shown in Fig. C if a
properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,
adapter should be used only until a properly grounded
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground
conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is such as a properly grounded outlet box. Whenever the
green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment- adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the screw.
electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.
the grounding instructions are not completely understood,
or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded. 3. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on
a supply circuit having a nominal rating between 150 -
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
250 volts, inclusive:
grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor
receptacles that accept the tool’s plug, as shown in Fig. B.
If the tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately. outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. D. The tool
will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Fig. D. Make sure the tool is connected to
an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No
adapter is available or should be used with this tool. If
the tool must be re-connected for use on a different type
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX of electric circuit, the re-connection should be made by
qualified service personnel; and after re-connection, the
CURRENT tool should comply with all local codes and ordinances.
CARRYING
PRONGS
WARNING: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE
RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY
G R O U N D E D . I F Y O U A R E N O T S U R E H AV E A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES

Fig. B
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 GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
GROUNDING PRONGS
MEANS
ADAPTER

GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES

Fig. C Fig. D

CHANGING VOLTAGE
The motor supplied with your saw is wired for 120 volt
operation. If you desire to operate your saw at 240 volts,
it is necessary to reposition voltage changing switch in
the motor junction box (B) Fig. E. Proceed as follows:

1. WARNING: DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER

SOURCE.
B A
2. Remove screw (A) Fig. E, and remove nameplate
cover (B).

3. Carefully slide switch (C) Fig. F, in motor junction

box to read 240. Replace nameplate cover and screw
which were removed in STEP 2. Fig. E
4. It is also necessary to replace the 120 volt plug
supplied with the motor with a UL/CSA listed plug
suitable for 240 volts and the rated current of the saw.
Contact your local Authorized Delta Service Center or
qualified electrician for proper procedures to install the C
plug. The saw must comply with all local and national
electrical codes after the 240 volt plug is assembled.

Fig. F

OVERLOAD PROTECTION D
The motor on your saw is equipped with a resettable
overload relay button (D) Fig. G. If the motor shuts off or
fails to start due to overloading, or low voltage, turn the
switch to the “OFF” position, let the motor cool three to
five minutes then push the reset button (D). The motor
can then be turned on again in the usual manner. Some
conditions that may cause overloading are; cutting stock
too fast, using a dull blade, using the saw beyond its
capacity, etc.

Fig. G
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 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
FOREWORD

Delta Model 33-830 is a 10" (254mm) Professional Radial Arm Saw with maximum cutting capacity of 16" (406mm)
crosscut, 2-3/4" (70mm) depth at 90° and 2-1/2" (64mm) depth at 45° bevel. It is designed with positive bevel stops at
0°, 45° and 90° and positive miter stops at 0° and 45° both right and left. Unit includes; 1-1/2 hp 120/240V motor,
automatic blade brake, saw blade, wrenches, steel stand, cast-iron track and extra-large table.

UNPACKING AND CLEANING

Carefully unpack the tool and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from all
unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gasoline
or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household floor paste
wax.

NOTICE: THE MANUAL COVER PHOTO ILLUSTRATES THE CURRENT

PRODUCTION MODEL. ALL OTHER ILLUSTRATIONS ARE REPRESENTATIVE
ONLY AND MAY NOT DEPICT THE ACTUAL COLOR, LABELING OR
ACCESSORIES.

1. The saw is packed at the factory with support

blocks (A) Fig. 1, under the cutter-head (B), and track
arm (C). Shipping boards (D) Fig. 1 are fastened to saw
base (G). To prevent damage during shipment, the track C H E
arm elevating knob (H) is disassembled from lever (E).
Before proceeding, insert post of knob (H) Fig. 2,
through hole in lever (E) and assemble E-ring (K), to slot
in post.
B
2. The support blocks (A) Fig. 1, can be removed by
rotating track arm elevating knob (H) clockwise and the
shipping boards (D) can be removed by removing hold-
down screws (not shown), which are located inside saw
base. Discard the support blocks (A) and shipping boards
(D).
D G
3 Fig. 3, illustrates the saw with support blocks and A
shipping boards removed.
Fig. 1

Fig. 2 Fig. 3

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 COMPONENTS OF THE 10" PROFESSIONAL RADIAL ARM SAW
ILLUSTRATED IN FIGS. 4 AND 5

1. 10″ Professional Radial

Arm Saw

2. Left and right 1

table supports

3. 5/16-18 x 5/8″ Carriage

Head Screws (16)

4. 5/16″ Flat Washers (16) 7

5. 5/16″ External Tooth
Lockwashers (16)
2
6. 5/16″ Hex Nuts (16)

7. Legs (4)
6 4

5 3
Fig. 4

8. Front Table Board

11
9. Rear Table Board
10
10. Middle Table Board
9
11. Fence Board

12. 1/4-20 Flange Nuts (4)

13. 1/4-20 x 1″ Truss 8

Head Screws (4)
17
14. Wrenches

15. 1/4-20 x 1-1/4″ Pan

20 19
Head Screws (4) 18
16 12
16. 5/16-18 x 5/8″ Carriage 15
Head Screws (6) 13
17. 5/16″ Flange Nuts (6)

18. Wrench Hook

19. #10 x 1/2″ Screw (2) 14

20. Table Board Clamp
Assembly (2)

Fig. 5
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 EXPLANATION OF OPERATING CONTROLS
The following is an explanation of the operating controls of the Delta 10" Radial Saw. We suggest you study these
explanations carefully to familiarize yourself with the controls before turning on the power. Doing otherwise may cause
damage to the saw or personal injury (Figs. 6 and 7).
A. TABLE CLAMP KNOBS. Allows the operator to quickly
B K
C set the desired fence position. Fig. 6
G
B. TRACK ARM INDEXING RELEASE HANDLE. Releases
the indexing pin from the 0 degree and 45 degree positions
to allow the arm to rotate. Depress handle to release the
index pin. Fig. 6
D
C. TRACK ARM ELEVATING HANDLE. Controls the depth-
of-cut in all operations. Turn the handle clockwise to raise or
F counterclockwise to lower the track arm. Fig. 6
D. MITER SCALE. Indicates degrees left and right for setting
track arm to desired miter angle. Fig. 6
A
F. RIP SCALE. Indicates the in and out rip positions of the
cutter-head. Fig. 6
H G. BLADE GUARD CLAMP KNOB. Clamps the blade guard
J at rotated positions for ripping. Fig. 6
H. BEVEL CLAMP HANDLE. Controls tilt of motor for bevel
cutting operations. Locks motor at any desired angle on the
bevel scale. Lift handle to loosen and push down to lock.
Fig. 6
J. BEVEL INDEX RELEASE KNOB. Locates 0 degree,
45 degree, and 90 degree. Positions the motor for bevel
setting. When tilting the motor for bevel cutting, the bevel
clamp handle must first be loosened. To release the index
pull out on the release knob. Fig. 6
K. YOKE INDEXING RELEASE LEVER. Locates each 90
degree position of the yoke for ripping or cross-cutting
operations. When rotating the yoke, the yoke clamp handle
Fig. 6 must first be loose. Push the release lever either up or down
to release the indexing pin. Fig. 6
L. YOKE CLAMP HANDLE. The yoke clamp handle must
be loose when rotating the yoke between the rip and cross-
cutting position. Pull the handle to release and push it to
lock. Fig. 7
M. ANTI-KICKBACK DEVICE. When ripping, the yoke is
P positioned and clamped so that the blade is parallel to the
fence. The rear of the blade guard is rotated until it almost
touches the workpiece. The anti-kickback rod is then
S lowered so that the fingers catch and hold the workpiece.
Never rip from the anti-kickback end of the blade guard.
N Fig. 7
L
N. ON-OFF SWITCH. Conveniently located switch can be
turned on or off in an instant for added operation
protection. Switch also can be locked in the off position to
prevent unauthorized use using an accessory padlock.
Fig. 7
M
R P. CUTTING-HEAD CLAMP KNOB. Locks cutting-head at
any position on the track arm. When ripping the cutting-
head, clamp knob must be tight. Fig. 7
R. BEVEL SCALE. Indicates degrees of rotation for setting
motor bevel positions. Fig. 7
S. TRACK ARM CLAMP HANDLE. Controls rotation of
track arm for all miter cutting operations. Locks track arm
at any miter angle position. To rotate track arm to the right,
Fig. 7 loosen clamp handle and rotate arm. The arm will stop at
45 degrees. To rotate past 45 degrees, depress indexing
release handle and continue to rotate; arm will only rotate
an additional 5 degrees. To rotate to the left, the operation
is the same except the indexing release handle must be
depressed to start rotating. Fig. 7

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 ASSEMBLY
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT
Your Delta Radial Arm Saw can be assembled and adjusted using a few common hand tools, including:
• Phillips head screwdriver • 7/16″ Wrench • 1/2″ Socket, ratchet, and extension • 3/16″ Allen Wrench
• Flat blade screwdriver • 1/2″ Wrench • Adj. Combination Square • 1/4″ Allen Wrench
• Framing Square

ASSEMBLING LEGS TO SAW BASE

1. Loosen lock knob (A) Fig. 8, and move cutting-head
(B) to the rear position as shown. Then tighten knob (A).

2. IMPORTANT: Make certain the cutting-head is

clamped securely at the back of the track arm.
A

Fig. 8
3. Place Radial Arm Saw on its back and assemble legs
(C) Fig. 9 (three of which are shown assembled) to each
corner of saw base (D) using sixteen 5/16-18 x 5/8″
carriage head screws (E), flat washers (G), external tooth C
lockwashers (H), and hex nuts (J). Place flat washer on
bolt. Insert bolt through holes then assemble lockwasher
and nut. Hand tighten, hardware at this time but do not D
completely tighten. Also refer to hardware Fig. 4.

4. Stand the saw in the upright position and securely

tighten all stand hardware. J
C H
E
G
Fig. 9

ASSEMBLING WRENCH
HOOK TO SAW BASE
1. Assemble wrench hook (K) Fig. 10, to the front right
(as shown), or back left, side of saw base (D), using two
#10 x 1/2″ shet metal screws.

D
K

Fig. 10
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REMOVING BLADE AND
BLADE GUARD FROM SAW A
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE. B

2. Loosen blade guard clamp knob (A) Fig. 11, and

rotate blade guard (B) to the position shown.

Fig. 11
3. With wrenches supplied (C) Fig. 12, loosen arbor nut
(D) as much as possible. NOTE: Arbor nut has left
hand threads.
B

C
D G
Fig. 12
4. Lift cam (E) Fig. 13, which holds the blade guard (B)
Fig. 12, in position and move the blade guard (B), outer
blade flange (F), and blade (G) outward.

Fig. 13
5. Lift blade guard (B) Fig. 14, and remove arbor nut
(D), outer blade flange (F), and blade (G). Then remove
blade guard (B).
B

F D
Fig. 14
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ASSEMBLING TRACK ARM
CLAMP LEVER
1. Assemble track arm clamp lever (A) Fig. 15, by
threading into clamp lock nut (B). B
A

Fig. 15
ASSEMBLING B
AND ADJUSTING
TABLE SUPPORTS A D

1. Place front table board (A) Fig. 16, on a stable

surface with counterbored holes facing down, as shown.
C E
2. Fasten left and right table supports (B) Fig. 16, to
bottom of front table board (A) as shown, by inserting
four 1/4-20 x 1″ long truss head screws (C) up through D
counterbored holes (D) in table board (A) and table
supports (B). Secure in place using four flanged hex nuts
(E). Do not completely tighten nuts at this time.
Fig. 16
3. Place front table board (A) Fig. 17, onto saw base
(G), so that table supports (B) straddle the outside of
saw base (G) and three holes (H) in each table support
(B) line up with three slots (J) in each side of saw base
(G) as shown.
A

H B

G
J
Fig. 17
4. Secure table supports, one of which is shown at
(B) Fig. 18, to each side of saw base using six 5/16-18 x
5/8″ long carriage head screws (K) and six flanged hex
nuts (L). Do not completely tighten nuts at this time.
IMPORTANT: Insert screws through saw base table
supports from the inside and place flanged nuts on
screw on engaged side of base as shown.
B
L

K
Fig. 18
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5. Using a combination square (M) Figs. 19 and 20,
check the left and right front edge of table board (A) to
make certain both sides are the same distance from the
edge of each table support (B) Fig. 20.

A M

Fig. 19

A
M

6. When both right and left edges of the table board

are the same distance from the table supports, tighten
four screws located in holes (N) Fig. 21, of front table
board (A).

7. Insert four 1/4″-20 x 1-1/4″ long pan head screws Fig. 20

(P) Figs. 21 and 22, into holes (R) Fig. 21, of table board
as shown, and tighten each of the screws until each P
corner of the table board raises approximately 1/8″. P
N
8. Loosen bevel clamp lever (S) Fig. 23, pull out bevel R
N
index knob (T), and rotate motor (V) to the vertical R
position as shown, until bevel index engages. Then
P
tighten bevel clamp lever (S). NOTE: If the motor shaft
contacts the table board before the motor is fully
N P
rotated, raise the track arm (X) Fig. 24, by turning R
elevating handle (C).
N
9. Loosen cutting-head clamp knob (W) Fig. 23, and R
move cutting-head to the front of track arm (X). Then A
tighten cutting-head clamp knob (W).
Fig. 21

X W
P V
A

P
S

Fig. 22 Fig. 23
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10. Loosen track arm clamp handle (Y) Fig. 24. NOTE: C
Track clamp handle (Y) has left handed threads. Press Z
down on indexing release handle (Z) and pivot track arm
(X) to the left until motor shaft (B) Fig. 25, is near front left X
adjustment screw (P) of table board (A) as shown. Then
tighten track arm clamp handle (Y) Fig. 24.

11. Place an arbor wrench (D) Fig. 25, between table Y

board (A) and motor shaft (B). Lower track arm (X)
Fig. 24, by turning elevating handle (C) counterclockwise
until motor shaft (B) Fig. 25, barely touches arbor
wrench. W

12. Check the height of the table board above the other Fig. 24
three table board adjustment screws (E) Fig. 26, by re-
positioning track arm (X), and cutting-head assembly (V)
until the highest point of the table is determined. NOTE:
MAKE CERTAIN CUTTING-HEAD CLAMP KNOB (W)
FIG. 27 AND TRACK ARM CLAMP HANDLE (Y) ARE B
TIGHTENED WHEN MOTOR SHAFT IS LOCATED D
ABOVE EACH OF THE ADJUSTMENT SCREWS. DO
NOT CHANGE HEIGHT OF TRACK ARM (X) FIG. 26,
UNTIL HIGHEST SCREW IS DETERMINED, AND ALL
FOUR CORNERS OF THE TABLE BOARD HAVE BEEN P
ADJUSTED.

13. Position the motor shaft back over the three lower A
corners of the table board and adjust the table
adjustment screws (E) Fig. 26, until the arbor wrench fits Fig. 25
accordingly between the arbor shaft and table board in
X
each location.

14. Once the table board (A) Fig. 28, is properly ad-
justed, tighten three nuts (G) on each side of saw base
(H). Then return track arm (X) and motor (V) to the
90 degree position as shown, and tighten bevel clamp
V
lever (S) and track arm clamp handle (Y) Fig. 27.

Fig. 26

Y A
S
H V

W
G G

Fig. 27 Fig. 28
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ASSEMBLING A
TABLE BOARD CLAMPS
AND TABLE BOARDS
1. Locate table board clamps (A) Fig. 29, and insert B
one clamp into each of the slotted holes (B) located at
the rear of each table support bracket (C) as shown in
Fig. 30.

Fig. 29
2. Adjust clamps (A) Fig. 30, so that the clamps are
open entirely as shown, by turning knobs (D). A
D
D

Fig. 30
3. Place 1-1/4″ wide board (E) Fig. 31, against front
table board (G), 1-3/4″ wide board (H) in the upright
position against 1-1/4″ board, and 5-3/4″ wide board (J)
against 1-3/4″ wide board as shown. Then tighten knobs
(D), until the table boards are securely clamped in G
position.

H
D
ADJUSTING
AND CHECKING
E
SAW BLADE TRAVEL D J
SQUARE TO FENCE Fig. 31

1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE. B

A
2. Position rear and middle table boards with 1-3/4″
wide fence board (H) Fig. 32, in the rear position as
shown.
C
3. Raise track arm (A) Fig. 32, by turning elevating H
handle (B) until the blade (C) can be assembled on the
motor shaft. Then tighten arbor nut (D) using the
wrenches supplied.
D
4. Place a framing square (E) Fig. 32, against fence (H) E
and blade (C) as shown, and lower track arm (A) until the
blade just clears the table surface.
Fig. 32
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5. Loosen cutting-head clamp knob (S) Fig. 33, and
slide cutting-head (T) the entire length of track arm (A) as
shown to determine if blade (C) travels parallel to the
A
square (E).
S

T E
Fig. 33
6. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen index ring
locking screw (J) Fig. 34, and track arm clamp handle
(K).

7. Rotate track arm (A) Fig. 33, until blade (C) travels
parallel to square (E). Then tighten track arm clamp
handle (K) Fig. 34.

J
K

Fig. 34

8. With track arm clamp handle (K) Fig. 35, tightened,

rotate index ring (L) counterclockwise until it stops. Then K
tighten index ring locking screw (J) Fig. 36.

9. There are two miter index pointers, one of which is Fig. 35

shown at (M) Fig. 36. Adjust as follows: loosen screw (N)
and move pointer (M) until it lines up with the “zero”
mark on the miter scale (P). Then tighten screw (N).
Adjust the miter index pointer located on the other side
of column (R) in the same manner.
J
N

M P

Fig. 36
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REMOVING “HEELING”
IN SAW BLADE CUT
Even though the cutting-head travel may be perfectly
aligned at 90 degrees to the fence, the blade itself may
not be 90 degrees or square with the fence, as shown in
Fig. 37. This condition is known as “heeling.”

To check and adjust, proceed as follows:

1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.

2. Install saw blade without guard.

Fig. 37
3. Replace the fence with a flat piece of 3/4″ wood (A)
Fig. 38, at least 5″ high. Tighten table board clamps.

4. Place three identical pieces of wood (B) Fig. 38, on

the table and lay a framing square on them so that the
short arm is flush against the fence and the long arm is
against the blade as shown. Be sure square is between
the teeth of the blade.
A
5. If the blade is not parallel to the square, an
adjustment is necessary. Release the yoke clamp handle
(C) Fig. 39, and slightly loosen two hex head screws (D).
Swivel the yoke until the blade is parallel with the square B
and tighten yoke clamp handle (C). Then tighten two hex B
screws (D) Fig. 39.
Fig. 38

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING

SAW BLADE SQUARE C
TO TABLE
D
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.
Fig. 39
2. Assemble the inner blade flange, saw blade, outer F
blade flange, and arbor nut on saw arbor.

3. Place the cutting-head in a cross-cut position as

shown in Fig. 41. Lower track arm until the saw blade is
just clear of the table and slide the cutting-head forward C
until it is positioned over the front table board; clamp the
cutting-head in position as shown in Fig. 41. A
E

4. Make certain the bevel index knob (A) Fig. 40, is

engaged and the motor is in a horizontal position. F
Tighten bevel clamp handle (C).
B

Fig. 40
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5. Place a square (D) Fig. 41, on the table and against
the saw blade, as shown, and check to see if the blade
is square with the table. NOTE: The square should rest
between two teeth of the saw blade.

6. If an adjustment is necessary, make certain bevel

clamp lever (C) Fig. 40, is tight. Remove screw, flat
washer, and pointer (E) Fig. 40. Remove two screws (F)
Fig. 40, and bevel scale plate (H) Fig. 42, with index
knob (A).

7. Loosen four hex head screws (G) Fig. 42. Tilt the
motor until the saw blade is flush with the square. D
Tighten four hex head screws (G).
Fig. 41
8. Replace bevel scale plate (H) Fig. 42, with bevel
index release knob (A), two screws, and pointer that
were removed in STEP 6. NOTE: Adjust pointer to
“zero” on the bevel index scale.

A
H

Fig. 42

ADJUSTING IN/OUT RIP SCALE

1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.

2. Loosen yoke clamp handle (A) Fig. 43. Release yoke

index by pressing yoke indexing release lever (B) up or
down, and rotating cutting-head (C) to the in-rip H K
position as shown. Tighten yoke clamp lever (A). B A
F J
3. Position fence (D) Fig. 43, at the rear of table as C
shown.

4. Loosen cutting-head clamp knob (G) Fig. 48 and

slide cutting-head (C) Fig. 43, to rear of track arm until
saw blade (F) is flush against fence (D).

5. Tighten cutting-head clamp knob (G) Fig. 48 and D

adjust pointer (H) Fig. 43, if necessary, to “zero” mark on Fig. 43
lower scale (J) by loosening screw (K). After adjustment
is made, tighten screw (K).

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ASSEMBLING BLADE AND
BLADE GUARD TO MACHINE
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE. USE A
ONLY 10″″ BLADES WITH 5/8″″ ARBOR HOLES AND
RATED FOR 5000 RPM OR HIGHER.

2. Assemble the inside (thick) arbor flange (A) Fig. 44,

onto the arbor shaft with the recessed side of flange (A)
facing out.

3. With the blade guard (B) Fig. 45, in the left hand,
insert saw blade (C) into the blade guard (B) and onto
the arbor shaft. Fig. 44

4. Assemble the outside (thin) blade flange (D) Fig. 45,

with the recessed side of flange (D) facing in and arbor
nut (E) onto the arbor shaft. NOTE: ARBOR NUT (E) B
FIG. 45, HAS A LEFT HAND THREAD.

5. Lift cam (F) Fig. 46, and assemble blade guard (B)
onto cutting-head assembly. NOTE: MAKE CERTAIN
TONGUE ON GUARD SEATS INTO GROOVE OF
CUTTING-HEAD.

6. Rotate blade guard (B) Fig. 47, to the rear and

D
tighten arbor nut (E) using two wrenches (G) supplied.
C
E
7. Rotate blade guard (B) Fig. 46, to the horizontal
position and tighten clamp knob (H). IMPORTANT: Fig. 45
CLAMP KNOB (H) FIG. 46, MUST BE TIGHT AND
H
BLADE GUARD SECURE DURING OPERATION.

NOTE: The lower retractable blade guard provides

B
operator protection in an axial direction to the saw
blade. Care must be taken to eliminate potential hazards
of the lower blade guard.
F
A) KEEP YOUR HANDS AWAY FROM THE
GUARD. As the blade cuts, the guard will lift
and leave part of the blade exposed.

B) SHUT OFF POWER BEFORE FREEING A

JAMMED LOWER GUARD. The guard can get
jammed in previous kerfs in table or fence. Fig. 46
Always anticipate the path of the guard.

C) USE CAUTION when making bevel cuts to be B

sure the lower guard is never pinched towards
the blade.

D) THE LOWER GUARD CAN JAM AGAINST

THE FENCE DURING NARROW IN-RIPS.
Should the guard jam against the fence, dis-
connect the saw from power, wait for the blade
to stop, then lift the blade guard and rest it on
top of the fence.
E G

Fig. 47
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 FASTENING SAW TO THE FLOOR
If during operation there is any tendency for the saw to tip over, slide, or walk on the supporting surface, the
saw should be secured to the floor surface through holes provided on the bottom of each leg.

CUTTING INTO
TABLE BOARDS G
1. Assemble table boards (A) Fig. 48, and fence (B) as
shown and secure in place with table clamps, one of B
which is shown at (C).
C
2. Return cutting-head (D) Fig. 49, to rear of track arm
(E), and tighten cutting-head clamp knob (G) Fig. 48.
Make sure switch (H) Fig. 49, is in the “OFF” position
and connect saw to power source. A

3. While holding cutting-head handle (L) Fig. 49 firmly,

turn switch (H) “ON” and lower track arm (E) by turning
Fig. 48
elevating handle (K) as shown. Lower saw blade until it
cuts into the table surface approximately 1/16″ deep.
Then stop turning elevating handle (K).

4. While still holding cutting-head handle (L) Fig. 50

firmly, loosen cutting-head clamp knob (G) Fig. 48, and
slowly pull cutting-head (D) Fig. 50, toward the front of
the track arm (E) as shown, until travel stops. Then turn K
switch (H) “OFF”.
E
5. Once saw blade (M) Fig. 51, has come to a complete
stop, return cutting-head (D) to rear of track arm (E) as D
shown. Fig. 51, illustrates saw kerf (N) cut into table boards.
H
IMPORTANT: THE TRACK ARM (E) FIG. 51, MUST BE
RAISED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ROTATE IT. ALSO,
THE PROCEDURE “CUTTING INTO TABLE BOARDS”
L
MUST BE PERFORMED FOR EACH ANGLE CUT
DESIRED. Fig. 49

E E
D
D
H
M

Fig. 50 Fig. 51

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 OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
ON/OFF SWITCH
The on/off switch (A) Fig. 56, is located at the front of the
cutting-head. To turn the saw “ON” move the switch (A)
Fig. 56, to the up position. To turn the saw “OFF” move
the switch (A) Fig. 56, to the down position. A
IMPORTANT: WHEN THE TOOL IS NOT IN USE, THE
SWITCH SHOULD BE LOCKED IN THE “OFF”
POSITION TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE. This
can be done by inserting a padlock (D) Fig. 57, through
the holes in switch plate (B) and handle (C) as shown.
Fig. 56
Padlock (D) Fig. 57, is available as an accessory.

MOTOR
D
Your Delta Radial Arm Saw is equipped with a dual
voltage motor capable of 120 volt, single phase
operation or 240 volt, single phase operation. The motor C
on your saw is shipped from the factory wired for 120
volt operation. The motor has a built in brake which
automatically stops the blade within seconds after Fig. 57
turning off the saw or when power is lost.
A B
ADJUSTING BALL C
BEARINGS AGAINST TRACK
The cutting-head (C) Fig. 61, is suspended from four K
pre-loaded, lubricated, shielded ball bearings, two of B
which are on fixed shafts at (A) , and two on adjustable
shafts at (B). NOTE: CUTTING-HEAD (C) FIG. 61, IS
REMOVED FROM TRACK ARM FOR ILLUSTRATION
PURPOSES ONLY. DO NOT REMOVE CUTTING-HEAD Fig. 61
FROM TRACK ARM!

After extended use, wear may develop in the track arm, D

causing “play” between the ball bearings and the track.
The ball bearings must ride smoothly and evenly in the
G
channels of the track arm. Adjustment to the two
bearings on adjustable shafts can be made as follows:
E
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.

2. Remove plastic plug (D) Fig. 62, from the top of

track arm (E). Fig. 62
H
3. Slide cutting-head (C) Fig. 63, until one of the ad-
justable bearings (B) Fig. 60, are visible through hole (G) G
Figs. 62 and 63.

4. Using a 1/2″ socket, extension, and ratchet (H) Fig.

63, through hole (G) in track arm, slightly loosen hex nut
on adjustable shaft (B) Fig. 61, approximately 1/8 turn.
Repeat procedure for other bearing.
C

Fig. 63
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5. Using a 3/16″ Allen wrench (J) Fig. 64, turn adjustment K
screws (K) Figs. 61 and 64 to remove all “play.” NOTE: DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN ADJUSTMENT SCREWS (K).
THIS CAN DAMAGE BEARINGS.
WARNING: DO NOT LOOSEN ADJUSTMENT K
SCREWS (K) MORE THAN 1/2 TURN. THE CUTTING-
J
HEAD MAY FALL FROM THE TRACK ARM.
6. Tighten two hex nuts which were loosened in STEP 4,
and check cutting-head travel for any “play” and to
ensure it moves freely and smoothly.
7. When adjustments are complete, replace plastic
plug which was removed in STEP 2.

Fig. 64
ADJUSTING TENSION ON
ELEVATING COLUMN
Elevating column tension is preset at the factory. It can
be adjusted to remove any “play” which may develop
after extended use. Adjustments can be made as F H
follows:
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE. C
E D
2. Loosen hex nuts (A) Fig. 65, and gib adjustment A
screws (C).
C
3. Adjustment to column base (B) Fig. 65, is made by B
loosening hex nuts (D) and turning screws (E) until column
base wraps around column securely and can be raised or
lowered without binding. Then tighten hex nuts (D) against
column base.
4. After all movement between column base (B) Fig.
65, and elevating column (F) is removed, tighten gib and
Fig. 65
adjustment screws (C) against gib (H) until all side-to-
side play is removed. Then tighten hex nuts (A) against
column base. NOTE: After adjusting column tension,
refer to “ADJUSTING SAW BLADE TRAVEL SQUARE
WITH FENCE” to determine if saw blade travel was
affected.

CHANGING POSITION
OF TRACK ARM
CLAMPING HANDLE
When the track arm clamping handle (A) Fig. 66, does
not lock in a convenient position, it may be repositioned A
as follows:
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.
2. Loosen and remove track arm clamping lever (A)
Fig. 66, and push hex bolt (B) Fig. 67, back through hole
until head of bolt is out of the recessed bushing (C) as
shown. NOTE: Track arm clamping lever has left hand
thread. Fig. 66

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3. Rotate hex bolt (B) Fig. 67, in the desired direction
which the handle needs to be turned.
4. Push hex bolt (B) Fig. 67, back through hole. Make
certain head of hex bolt is seated properly in recessed
bushing (C), and reassemble track arm clamping lever.
NOTE: If track arm clamping lever (A) Fig. 66, tightens
before approximately four turns, it is possible the D
clamping bushings, one of which is shown at (C) Fig. 67,
may have rotated. These bushings should be seated
completely inside track (D) as shown. If they are not,
slightly loosen clamping lever (A) Fig. 66, and rotate B
clamping bushing (C) Fig. 67, until it seats properly into
track (D) as shown. It may be necessary to rotate bushing C
on clamp lever side also. Fig. 68, illustrates track arm
clamping lever assembly unassembled for illustration Fig. 67
purposes only. The flats (E) Fig. 68, on clamping bushings
(C) should face the front of saw.
NOTE: Clamp lever (A) Fig. 68, will begin to thread at one E
of two positions. If after making the adjustment the
clamp lever (A) tightens 180 degrees from where desired,
slowly unscrew clamp lever (A) while holding in on hex
bolt (B). When the clamp lever (A) comes off hex bolt (B),
rotate clamp lever (A) 180 degrees. Then start to tighten B
clamp lever (A). A
C
CHANGING POSITION OF
BEVEL CLAMP HANDLE
When the bevel clamp handle does not lock in a conven- Fig. 68
ient position, it can be repositioned as follows:
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.
2. Loosen bevel clamp handle (A), release bevel index
release knob (B), and turn motor (C) to vertical position as D
shown in Fig. 69. NOTE: IF BLADE GUARD CONTACTS
TABLE SURFACE, RAISE TRACK ARM.
B

3. Loosen bevel clamp handle (A) Fig. 69, several turns, C

A
until hex head of screw (D) can be pushed out of hex-
shaped recess in yoke.
4. Turn screw (D) Fig. 69, in the desired direction which
the handle needs to be turned, one or two flats of the hex
head and push it back into hex-shaped recess in yoke.
5. Tighten bevel clamp handle (A) Fig. 69. NOTE: Screw is Fig. 69
left hand thread - turn clamp handle counterclockwise to
tighten.

CHANGING POSITION OF
YOKE CLAMP HANDLE A
When the yoke clamp handle (A) Fig. 70, does not lock in a
convenient position, it can be repositioned as follows:
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.
B
2 Remove retaining ring (B) Fig. 70.
3. Reposition yoke clamp handle (A) Fig. 70, on hex
clamp nut.
4. Replace retaining ring (B) Fig. 70. Fig. 70
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POSITIVE STOP YOKE INDEX
Yoke index lever (A) Fig. 71, activates a positive stop
which positions the cutting-head in the cross-cut or rip
position. To rotate the cutting-head, release yoke clamp
handle, press up or down on yoke index lever (A),
releasing the positive stop, and rotate the cutting-head to
the #1 in-rip or #2 out-rip or #3 cross-cut positions as
desired. Release the yoke index lever (A) Fig. 71, and the A
cutting-head will automatically index at each of the three
positions above.

Fig. 71

POSITIVE STOP BEVEL INDEX B

Bevel index knob (A) Fig. 72, provides a positive stop
when positioning the saw blade at zero, 45°, and 90° left,
and 90° right on the bevel scale (C). To change the angle
of the saw blade, loosen bevel clamp handle (B), pull out
bevel index knob (A) and tilt saw blade and motor. For
zero, 45°, and 90° left, and 90° right positions, release
A
bevel index knob (A) and saw blade will index at each of
these positions. Then tighten bevel clamp handle (B). For
saw blade angles between positive stops, set blade at
desired angle on bevel scale (C) and tighten bevel clamp
handle (B) Fig. 72. C

Fig. 72

ADJUSTING SPLITTER AND

ANTI-KICKBACK FINGERS
During ripping operations, the splitter (A) Fig. 73, must
ride in the saw kerf and the anti-kickback fingers (B)
should be touching the workpiece to prevent kickback.
1. Set the saw up in the ripping position with the blade
guard lowered on the in-feed side to act as a holddown.
2. Start a piece of material through the saw as shown in
C
Fig. 73.
A
3. Shut off saw and disconnect from power source.
D
4. Adjust the arm (C) Fig. 73, so that it is vertical and the B
splitter (A) is in the saw kerf.
5. If the splitter (A) Fig. 73, does not line up with the saw
kerf, loosen hex nuts (D), and position splitter (A) into saw
kerf as shown. Then tighten hex nuts (D) against arm (C). Fig. 73
The straight side of the splitter should be toward the blade
as shown in Fig. 73, and the anti-kickback fingers should
rest on the workpiece as shown. NOTE: The clamp knob 6. Pull backward on the workpiece to determine if the
for arm (C) must be tight. Move arm (C) front to back anti-kickback fingers bite into the material and prevent
while tightening clamp knob with other hand to be further backward movement. If necessary, readjust height
sure clamp is firmly seated and tight. of arm (C) Fig. 73.

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 AUXILIARY TABLE BOARD FACING
To prevent repeated cutting into the table surface which will eventually cause the table to sag, an auxiliary table board
facing can be cut and fitted to the table. It can be made from 1/4″ plywood or particle board and should be cut to a
size that will exactly cover all of the table boards in front of the fence. The auxiliary table board facing should be placed
flat on the table and butted against the table fence. Fasten it to the table with a small brad or finish nail in each corner.
The life of the table boards will be greatly extended by the use of an auxiliary facing.The auxiliary facing can readily be
replaced as often as is necessary to protect the table boards and to insure accurate and safe work.
USING A TABLE EXTENSION
When a table extension more than 24 inches long is attached to the saw, a sturdy outrigger support should be provided
or the stand or bench must be secured to the floor.
OPERATIONS
CROSS-CUTTING
The first operation which should be learned on the radial
saw is cross-cutting (Fig. 74). Cross-cutting consists of
supporting the workpiece against the fence and pulling
the saw blade through the material at right angles to it.
When cross-cutting, the track arm should be indexed at
“0” and the track arm clamp handle tightened. The fence
should be clamped between the table boards. The saw
blade is to be to the left and behind the fence. The
workpiece is placed on the table and butted against the
fence. The saw blade should be clear of the fence and
table when the machine is turned on. Then the saw blade
is lowered until it lightly cuts into the table surface. The
operator should position himself a little to the left of the Fig. 74
machine for better visibility while cutting. Pull the saw
blade across the work, just far enough to cut it off, and
return the saw blade to its starting position. Turn tool off.
and wait for the blade to stop before touching the cut-off
piece. The operator should always be sure to return the
cutter-head carriage to the full rear position after each
cross-cut operation.
NOTE: When cross-cutting material more than 1″″
thick, the fence must be positioned immediately
behind the fixed front table board.

CROSS-CUT STOP
A block of wood placed at (B) Fig. 74A clamped to the
track arm with a small “C” clamp will prevent T B
unnecessary travel (T) of the cutting-head on the track Fig. 74A
arm. This is especially useful when performing repetitive
operations. Clamp the block of wood to the right side of
the track arm at a position which will stop the cutting-
head travel as soon as the saw blade cuts through the
workpiece.
MITER CUTTING
Miter cutting is similar to cross-cutting except the
workpiece is cut off at an angle (up to 45 degrees right or
left) rather than being cut off square. The settings and
operation are performed in the same manner as cross-
cutting except that the track arm is first positioned to the
desired angle on the miter scale before it is clamped in
place. The operator should position the hand holding the
workpiece on the opposite side to the direction of the
miter so the blade is pulled through the workpiece and
away from the hand. Fig. 75, shows a typical miter cutting
operation on the radial saw. Fig. 75
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COMPOUND
MITER CUTTING
Compound miter cutting is performed in the same
manner as miter cutting except the saw blade is also tilted
to cut a bevel. The settings and operation are similar to
miter cutting except that the blade is first tilted to the
desired angle on the bevel scale before it is clamped in
place. Fig. 76, shows a compound miter cutting
operation on the radial saw.

Fig. 76

RIPPING
IMPORTANT: In certain applications it may be necessary
to use two push sticks, and/or featherboards. Also, if a
push stick or other feeding device is necessary to assist
in the feeding of material, make certain it is conveniently
located so it may be reached easily without having to
stretch or reach near the blade.
A
Ripping involves making a lengthwise cut through a board
along the grain. When ripping, the track arm is clamped at
“0” on the miter scale. The yoke is then positioned and
clamped so that the blade is parallel to the fence in either
the inboard or outboard position. When feeding the Fig. 77
material, one edge rides against the fence while the flat
side of the board rests on the table. The guard should be
lowered on the in-feed side until it almost touches the
workpiece, as shown in Figs. 77 and 78, to act as a
holddown. The splitter and anti-kickback fingers (A) Fig.
77, should be adjusted as described under the section
“ADJUSTING SPLITTER AND ANTI-KICKBACK
FINGERS” in this manual. The operators hands should
always be well away from and to the side of the blade.
When ripping narrow work, always use a push stick as B
shown in Fig. 79, to push the work between the fence and
blade. The workpiece must have one straight edge to
follow the fence. If board is bowed, place hollow side
down. The cutting-head clamp knob should be securely
tightened for all ripping operations. Pay particular
attention to warning label (B) Fig. 78, which states that Fig. 78
material must never be fed into the outfeed end of the
blade guard.

OUT-RIPPING IN-RIPPING
Out-ripping involves all of the general conditions stated In-ripping involves all of the general conditions stated
above. The yoke is clamped at right angle to the track arm under RIPPING. The yoke is clamped at right angle to the
with the blade guard facing the front of the machine. The track arm with the blade guard facing the rear of the
cutting-head is positioned on the out-rip scale to the machine. The cutting-head is positioned on the in-rip
desired setting and clamped in position. The workpiece is scale to the desired setting and clamped in position. The
fed from the left side of the saw. Fig. 77, shows a typical workpiece is fed from the right side of the saw. Fig. 78,
out-ripping operation on the radial saw. shows a typical in-ripping operation on the radial saw.
WARNING: WHEN RIPPING WORK LESS THAN FOUR INCHES WIDE, A PUSH
STICK SHOULD BE USED TO COMPLETE THE FEED (SEE FIG. 79)

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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 in Fig. 79.

MAKE FROM 1/2″ OR 3/4″

WOOD OR THICKNESS
LESS THAN WIDTH OF
PUSH STICK

MAT’L. TO BE CUT

NOTCH TO HELP

FROM SLIPPING
PREVENT HAND

Fig. 79
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PUSH 1/2″ WOOD

CUT OFF HERE TO

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 ACCESSORIES
A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers,
and Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.deltamachinery.com for a catalog or
for the name of your nearest supplier.

WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by Delta, have not been tested
with this product, use of such accessories could be hazardous. For safest operation, only
Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product.

PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE

All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a network
of Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional
information regarding your Delta quality product or to obtain parts, service, warranty assistance, or the location
of the nearest service outlet, please call 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).

Two Year Limited Warranty

Delta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any Delta machine, machine part, or machine accessory which
in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the product
prepaid to a Delta factory service center or authorized service station with proof of purchase of the product within two
years and provides Delta with reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection. Delta may require that
electric motors be returned prepaid to a motor manufacturer’s authorized station for inspection and repair or replacement.
Delta will not be responsible for any asserted defect which has resulted from normal wear, misuse, abuse or repair or
alteration made or specifically authorized by anyone other than an authorized Delta service facility or representative. Under
no circumstances will Delta be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from defective products. This
warranty is Delta’s sole warranty and sets forth the customer’s exclusive remedy, with respect to defective products; all
other warranties, express or implied, whether of merchantability, fitness for purpose, or otherwise, are expressly
disclaimed by Delta.

Printed in U.S.A.

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 PORTER-CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS
(CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER-CABLE DELTA)
Parts and Repair Service for Porter-Cable Delta Power Tools are Available at These Locations
(Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter-Cable Delta)

ARIZONA ILLINOIS MINNESOTA Cleveland 44125

Tempe 85282 (Phoenix) Addison 60101 (Chicago) Minneapolis 55429 8001 Sweet Valley Drive
2400 West Southern Avenue 311 Laura Drive 5522 Lakeland Avenue North Unit #19
Suite 105 Phone: (630) 628-6100 Phone: (763) 561-9080 Phone: (216) 447-9030
Fax: (763) 561-0653 Fax: (216) 447-3097
Phone: (602) 437-1200 Fax: (630) 628-0023
Fax: (602) 437-2200
Woodridge 60517 (Chicago)
2033 West 75th Street MISSOURI OREGON
Phone: (630) 910-9200 North Kansas City 64116 Portland 97230
CALIFORNIA Fax: (630) 910-0360 1141 Swift Avenue
Ontario 91761 (Los Angeles) 4916 NE 122 nd Ave.
P.O. Box 12393 Phone: (503) 252-0107
3949A East Guasti Road Phone: (816) 221-2070
Phone: (909) 390-5555 Fax: (503) 252-2123
MARYLAND Fax: (816) 221-2897
Fax: (909) 390-5554 Elkridge 21075 (Baltimore)
7397-102 Washington Blvd. St. Louis 63119 PENNSYLVANIA
San Leandro 94577 (Oakland) 7574 Watson Road
3039 Teagarden Street Phone: (410) 799-9394 Willow Grove 19090
Fax: (410) 799-9398 Phone: (314) 968-8950
Phone: (510) 357-9762 Fax: (314) 968-2790 520 North York Road
Fax: (510) 357-7939 Phone: (215) 658-1430
MASSACHUSETTS Fax: (215) 658-1433
FLORIDA Braintree 02185 (Boston) NEW YORK
Davie 33314 (Miami) Flushing 11365-1595 (N.Y.C.)
4343 South State Rd. 7 (441) 719 Granite Street TEXAS
Phone: (781) 848-9810 175-25 Horace Harding Expwy.
Unit #107 Phone: (718) 225-2040 Carrollton 75006 (Dallas)
Phone: (954) 321-6635 Fax: (781) 848-6759 1300 Interstate 35 N, Suite 112
Fax: (954) 321-6638 Fax: (718) 423-9619
Franklin 02038 (Boston) Phone: (972) 446-2996
Tampa 33609 Franklin Industrial Park Fax: (972) 446-8157
4538 W. Kennedy Boulevard 101E Constitution Blvd. NORTH CAROLINA
Phone: (508) 520-8802 Houston 77055
Phone: (813) 877-9585 Charlotte 28270
Fax: (508) 528-8089 9129 Monroe Road, Suite 115 West 10 Business Center
Fax: (813) 289-7948
Phone: (704) 841-1176 1008 Wirt Road, Suite 120
Fax: (704) 708-4625 Phone: (713) 682-0334
Fax: (713) 682-4867

GEORGIA MICHIGAN OHIO

Forest Park 30297 (Atlanta) Madison Heights 48071 (Detroit) Columbus 43214 WASHINGTON
5442 Frontage Road, 30475 Stephenson Highway 4560 Indianola Avenue Renton 98055 (Seattle)
Suite 112 Phone: (248) 597-5000 Phone: (614) 263-0929 268 Southwest 43rd Street
Phone: (404) 608-0006 Fax: (248) 597-5004 Fax: (614) 263-1238
Fax: (404) 608-1123 Phone: (425) 251-6680
Fax: (425) 251-9337

Authorized Service Stations are located in many large cities. Telephone 800-438-2486 or 731-541-6042 for assistance locating one.
Parts and accessories for Porter-Cable ·Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter-Cable·Delta Distributor, Authorized
Service Center, or Porter-Cable·Delta Factory Service Center. If you do not have access to any of these, call 800-223-7278 and you will
be directed to the nearest Porter-Cable·Delta Factory Service Center. Las Estaciones de Servicio Autorizadas están ubicadas en muchas
grandes ciudades. Llame al 800-438-2486 ó al 731-541-6042 para obtener asistencia a fin de localizar una. Las piezas y los accesorios
para los productos Porter-Cable·Delta deben obtenerse poniéndose en contacto con cualquier distribuidor Porter-Cable·Delta, Centro
de Servicio Autorizado o Centro de Servicio de Fábrica Porter-Cable·Delta. Si no tiene acceso a ninguna de estas opciones, llame al
800-223-7278 y le dirigirán al Centro de Servicio de Fábrica Porter-Cable·Delta más cercano.

CANADIAN PORTER-CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS

ALBERTA MANITOBA QUÉBEC
Bay 6, 2520-23rd St. N.E. 1699 Dublin Avenue 1515 ave.
Calgary, Alberta Winnipeg, Manitoba St-Jean Baptiste,
T2E 8L2 R3H 0H2 Québec, Québec
Phone: (403) 735-6166 Phone: (204) 633-9259 G2E 5E2
Fax: (403) 735-6144 Fax: (204) 632-1976 Phone: (418) 877-7112
Fax: (418) 877-7123
ONTARIO
BRITISH COLUMBIA 505 Southgate Drive 1447, Begin
8520 Baxter Place Guelph, Ontario St-Laurent, (Montréal),
Burnaby, B.C. N1H 6M7 Québec
V5A 4T8 Phone: (519) 836-2840 H4R 1V8
Phone: (604) 420-0102 Fax: (519) 767-4131 Phone: (514) 336-8772
Fax: (604) 420-3522 Fax: (514) 336-3505
The following are trademarks of PORTER-CABLE·DELTA (Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER-CABLE S.A.): BAMMER®,
INNOVATION THAT WORKS®, JETSTREAM®, LASERLOC®, OMNIJIG®, POCKET CUTTER®, PORTA-BAND®, PORTA-PLANE®, PORTER-
CABLE®, QUICKSAND®, SANDTRAP®, SAW BOSS®, SPEED-BLOC®, SPEEDMATIC®, SPEEDTRONIC®, STAIR-EASE®, THE PROFESSIONAL
EDGE®, THE PROFESSIONAL SELECT®, TIGER CUB®, TIGER SAW®, TORQBUSTER®, WHISPER SERIES®, DURATRONIC™, FLEX™,
FRAME SAW™, MICRO-SET™, MORTEN™, NETWORK™, RIPTIDE™, TRU-MATCH™, WOODWORKER’S CHOICE™, THE AMERICAN
WOOD SHOP™ (design) , AUTO-SET™, B.O.S.S.™, BUILDER’S SAW™, CONTRACTOR’S SAW™, DELTA™, DELTACRAFT™,
HOMECRAFT™, JET-LOCK™, KICKSTAND™, THE LUMBER COMPANY™ (design). MICRO-SET™, Q3™, QUICKSET II™, QUICKSET
PLUS™, SAFEGUARD II™, SANDING CENTER™, SIDEKICK™, UNIFENCE™, UNIGUARD™, UNIRIP™, UNISAW™, VERSA-FEEDER™ ,
TPS™, Emc²™.

Trademarks noted with ™ and ® are registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and may also be registered in other
countries. Las Marcas Registradas con el signo de ™ y ® son registradas por la Oficina de Registros y Patentes de los Estados Unidos y
también pueden estar registradas en otros países. Printed in U.S.A.