Skil 3100 Saw User Manual
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1. 2 x 10 1 xX 12 ots oa oe O 107 1 x 8 1 X 6 1 x 4 E En O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Wedge Dog 1 Direction of Cut a E O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 5 0 o j e E Es Direction of Cut 112. k Place the selected object between the tail vise and table edge and secure it by rotating the tail vise knob clockwise Maximum weight load is 40lbs When clamping small work pieces the tail vise A CAUTION only works when the work piece is in the middle of the vise Fig 21 12 Clamping Kit Sold Separately a Dog hole clamps are placed in the dog holes to hold the work pieces in place during cutting Fig 22 b Secure both sides of tray using the 2 U brackets and screws Fig 25 Direction of Cut 15 Shelf and Tool Bag Sold Separately a Shelf and tool bag come fully assembled c Remove the cup tape dispenser by turning and matching the b There are four hooks under the work bench Fig 23 shape Fig 26 c Attach the Velcro straps located on the shelf to the hooks under the table Fig 23 Note Unit can fold up with shelf and bag attached Maximum weight load is 20lbs Fig 23 d Remove and mount the paper towel dispenser into the vertical slot Fig 27 Maximum weight load is 10lbs 13 Finishing Tray Sold Separately a Locate the following parts 1 Knob 1 Large washer 2 U brackets and 2 Screws Insert the tray into the three holes provided From the back side of frame thread large washer and knob into the middle hole in tray until snug Fig 24 Do not over tighten the knob as it may damage CAUTION the plastic body
3. a Locate the following parts 1 Clamp block MDF 2 Guide rods 1 Threaded rod 6 Bolts and 6 Bolt covers b Position clamp block MDF over guide rods and threaded rod as shown in figure 16 c Securely attach guide block to the rods with 6 washer and bolts provided Fig 16 d Place one bolt cover over each screw head making sure it s flush to the table Fig 16 ry e Locate the following parts 1 Threaded rod insert 2 Guide rod inserts 3 Insert nuts 2 Rod blocks 4 Screws 4 Nuts and 1 Pin f Insert rod inserts from the backside of frame completely into the three holes provided Fig 17 g Secure rod inserts to frame with the three large nuts provided from the front side of frame Fig 18 Make sure the orientations of the mating nuts A CAUTION are as indicated in the figures h Place the rod block from backside of frame as shown insert two screws from the front side of frame into rod block and secure with two nuts from backside of frame Repeat this procedure on other side of frame Fig 18 i Insert guide rods and threaded rod into nuts and rod insert making sure guide rods go thru rod blocks on each side of frame while slowly threading rod with the knob into the frame like a vise Fig 19 j Once the tail vise has been threaded into rod inserts attach the pin provided onto the end of the threaded rod Fig 20 A ZA A TAD LS
4. and free from oil and grease CONNECTING THE TOOL Before connecting the tool to a power source receptacle outlet etc be sure voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in serious injury to the user as well as damage to the tool If in doubt DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor IN WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles IN WARNING This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer Read all safety warnings and all WARNING instructions provided with the working stand and the power tool to be mounted Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in e
5. 14 Wedge Dog Supports a Two wedge dog clamps are included with your X Bench product These wedge dogs are placed into the dog holes on the surface of the X Bench to hold pieces of wood during cutting The wedge dogs are capable of holding 1x and 2x material 15 Universal Insert Plate a A blank insert plate is provided with the X Bench This area is meant to be used only with the Skil insert plate technology which is sold separately The insert plates which can be purchased separately are a jigsaw insert plate sander insert plate router insert plate and a drill press insert plate A WARNING Use only X Bench inserts and dedicated tools Any others may cause loss of control and personal injury Maintaining Your X Bench Maintenance YN CAUTION Certain cleaning agents and solvents can damage plastic parts Some of these are gasoline carbon tetrachloride chlorinated cleaning solvents ammonia and household detergents which contain ammonia Avoiding use of these and other types of cleaning agents will minimize the possibility of damage A WARNING All repairs electrical or mechanical should be attempted only by trained repairmen Contact the nearest Factory Service Center or Authorized Service Station or other competent repair service Use only identical replacement parts any other may create a hazard A MVS GM Never place dogs on opposite sides of cut channel Support must be on one side of table Cutting Suggestions
6. may have sharp edges Be careful in handling the bench to prevent being cut Fully assemble and tighten all the fasteners required for this stand Also remember to occasionally check the stand and make sure it is still tight A loose stand is unstable and may shift in use and cause serious injury Turn tool switch and table switch control off and disconnect power before mounting tools to the stand Unintended startup during assembly can cause injury Know how to shut off the power to the tool in an emergency Position yourself such that you can reach the switch control box while using the cut channel or the tool attachments Before operating make sure the entire unit is placed on a solid flat level surface Serious injury could occur if tool is unstable and tips Never stand on table or use as ladder or scaffolding Serious injury could occur if the table is tipped or the cutting tool is accidentally contacted Do not store materials on or near the table such that it is necessary to stand on the table to reach them Do not load with more than 250 Ibs This table when fully set and clamps are tightened is maximum rated to 250 Ibs Table could collapse under additional loads Do not use as storage shelf This table is not intended to be a storage shelf Do not store X Bench in damp locations Use only in dry locations Humidity will cause the table top to distort or the locks to become loose Use only Skil replacement parts A
7. now safely extend the legs and then place the table upright Table lock must be in the locked position the A WARNING bench may collapse in use if not fully locked Fig 1b Fig 1b Pins are engaged in hole the table is now locked g 2 Extending the Legs a Once the table is opened and the main knob is in the locked position the user can now extend the legs of the work station While the table is on its side or inverted extend the legs completely and make sure the leg braces are straightened and locked The pin will lock in place to ensure that the leg brace is fully secured Fig 2 Pin is shown in the locked position 3 Adjusting Leg Height a With the table still on its side or inverted the user can adjust the table height to his her preference In order to adjust the table height the user must b Fully open the leg locking lever By positioning the lever in the open position Fig 3 it will allow the user to adjust the leg to a desired height marked on the leg After the leg is positioned at a desired height the user must close the lever locking mechanism to half way and allow the pin to snap into the lock position You can visually make sure the pin is depressed correctly and ensure the leg cannot slide at this point Fig 4 If the pin is not depressed into the hole the leg clamp will be very difficult to close Damage may occur to the leg clamp if too much force is appl
8. 13 Push pin and pull on brace to release The brace and leg can now be folded into the table Follow this step for each of the legs Keep hands clear of the pivot areas when folding WARNING the legs inward as this can cause pinching c Once all the legs are inside the table unlock the table by turning the main knob to keep unlocked See Section 1a for more details While the table is unlocked this will allow the user to fold the table in half A WARNING Keep hands and other body parts from folding area Pinch points may occur during this step d Once the table is folded in half the knob must be turned back to the locked position See Section 1b for more details If this step is not done the table can open while the user is carrying the product Accessory Installation Each Insert and Tool Sold separately 10 Downdraft Table Sold Separately a Unlock the blank universal insert plate by releasing the latch in the front and remove the plate Fig 14 b Place downdraft table over the opening by placing the back end into the open area first c The downdraft table should be seated flush against the table Fig 15 d Lock the latch of the downdraft table If the latch cannot be locked the table is not seated correctly Re position and lock 11 Tail Vise Sold Separately
9. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure the switch is in the OFF O position before plugging in tool NEVER STAND ON TOOL OR ITS STAND Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted Do not store materials on or near the tool such that it is necessary to stand on the tool or its stand to reach them CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts mounting and any other condi tions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly replaced ALL REPAIRS ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL SHOULD BE ATTEMPTED ONLY BY TRAINED REPAIRMEN Contact the nearest Skil Factory Service Center Authorized Service Station or other competent repair service USE ONLY SKIL REPLACEMENT PARTS Any others may create a hazard THE USE OF ANY OTHER ACCESSORIES NOT SPECI FIED IN THE CURRENT SKIL CATALOG MAY CREATE A HAZARD Tool Use DON T FORCE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed USE THE RIGHT TOOL Don t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool Don t use tool for purpose not intended for ex ample don t use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold wo
10. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT IMPORTANTE Read Before Using Lire avant usage Leer antes de usar Operating Safety Instructions Consignes de fonctionnement s curit Instrucciones de funcionamiento y seguridad Call Toll Free for Pour obtenir des informations et Llame gratis para Consumer Information les adresses de nos centres de obtener informaci n amp Service Locations service apres vente para el consumidor y appelez ce num ro gratuit ubicaciones de servicio 1 877 SKIL999 1 877 754 5999 www skil com For English Version Version francaise Versi n en espa ol See page 2 Voir page 12 Ver la p gina 12 General Safety Rules A WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow the safety rules listed below and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury THINK SAFETY Safety is a combination of operator common sense and alertness at all times when the X Bench is being used Work Area KEEP CHILDREN AWAY Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord All visitors should be kept away from work area KEEP WORK AREAS CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF With padlocks master switches AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Don t use power tools in damp or wet locations Keep work area well lit Do not expose power tools to rain Do not use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases Personal Safety KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read an
11. d understand the owner s manual and labels affixed to the tool Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool DON T OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times STAY ALERT Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not op erate tool when you are tired Do not operate while under medication or while using alcohol or other drug DRESS PROPERLY To avoid being pulled into a blade do not wear loose clothing loose fitting gloves necktie or jewelry Tie back long hair or wear protective hair covering and roll long sleeves above the elbow Rubber gloves and non skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors USE SAFETY GOGGLES Use safety goggles head protection Wear safety goggles must comply with ANSI Standard Z87 1 at all times Wear non slip footwear and a hard hat if appropriate Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty and ear protectors plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces For example pipes radiators ranges refrigerator enclosures DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE When not in use before servicing when changing blades bits cutters etc KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE In working order and in proper adjustment and alignment REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES When not in use before servicing when changing blades bits cutters etc
12. ied without the pin being in the correct location A WARNING Each leg lock pin must be fully engaged and clamped fully closed before use Table may collapse if leg locks are not secure Pin is fully depressed leg is locked in position A WARNING Table must be level and stable for use If the lever does not close completely or is difficult to depress this means the pin is not in the correct location You MUST adjust the leg to position the pin into the correct height marking Fig 5 Close the clamp fully with pin in hole before use Table must be level and stable for use c Once the user sets one leg at the desired height follow the same steps for the remaining three legs Pin is not depressed leg is not secured in locked position 4 Adjustable Foot for Leveling Bench a If you are working in an area that is not level we have provided a solution We have an adjustable foot that will extend 1 75 inches to level your bench Fig 6 A WARNING Before operating make sure the entire unit is placed on a solid flat level surface Serious injury could occur if tool is unstable and tips 4 5 Opening the Cut Channel UTN Cut channel must be fully open for sawing a To open your cut channel there are four latches you need to open first b Unlock the four latches by pulling them upward and extend the table outward Fig 7 ma a o o o E Latch is now in the locked posi
13. lectric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless_ power tool Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments or changing accessories Accidental starting of the power tool is a cause of some accidents Properly assemble the working stand before the mounting the tool Proper assembly is important to prevent risk of collapse Securely fasten the power tool the working stand before use Power tool shifting on the working stand can cause loss of control Place the working stand on a solid flat and level surface When the working stand can shift or rock the power tool or work piece cannot be steadily and safely controlled Do not overload the working stand or use as ladder or scaffolding Overloading or standing on the working stand cause the stand to be top heavy and likely to tip over Use only Skil replacement parts Any others may create a hazard Specific Safety Instructions for X Bench Read and understand all instructions for use of X Bench and insert plates with tools Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious personal injury Use only with Skil accessory insert plates jig saw drill press belt sander and router The stamped rails or clamps
14. n shock burn or electrocute IN WARNING Always use proper extension cord If an extension cord is necessary a cord with adequate size conductors should be used to prevent excessive voltage drop loss of power or over heating The table shows the correct size to use de pending on cord length and nameplate amperage rating of tool If in doubt use the next heavier gauge Always use U L and CSA listed extension cords NOTE The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS Cord Size in A W G Wire Sizes in mm2 Cord Length in Feet Cord Length in Meters 25 50 100 150 15 30 60 18 16 16 14 10 10 15 18 16 14 12 75 10 25 1 2 18 16 14 12 75 25 16 16 14 12 10 25 40 1d 12 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Using Your X Bench Work Station No Assembly Required 1 Opening the X Bench a The X Bench comes in the folded position and no assembly is required In order to open the X Bench the user must pull and twist the main knob located by the handle to the open position Fig 1a Pins are not engaged in hole unit is now open E b After the table has been opened the knob must be turned back into the locked position before extending the legs or placing the table upright To lock the table in place twist the main knob back into the closed position Once the main knob is in the closed position the user can
15. ny others may create a hazard Don t use with work pieces that cannot be properly secured to the X Bench or that covers the table so you cannot access accessory control box switch Oversized work pieces may cause instability while cutting and you may not be able to shut off the power in an emergency Insure wood workpiece is properly positioned before cutting Incorrectly positioned workpiece may cause you to inadvertently cut into the X Bench top clamps or frame X Bench Accessory Control Box Accessory Control Box Only use the accessory control box for power tools designed for use with accessory insert plates and suggested power tools in this manual It is intended to be the mains switch for benchtop applications if your Skil power tool is used in the insert plate It is also intended as a convenience outlet for use with your Skil Circular Saw and Miter Saw Accessory Switch The accessory control box has an accessory On Off switch with lock off key Be aware of your position while using the X Bench for fast emergency shut off power Remove lock off key to disable switch when not in use Double Insulated Tools Double Insulation is a design concept used in electric power tools which eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system It is a recognized and approved system by Underwriter s Lab oratories CSA and Federal OSHA authorities IMPORTANT Ser
16. rk It s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool DIRECTION OF FEED Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED Turn power off Don t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop Be aware of the location and setting of the switch ON position Never leave the switch in the ON position Be aware of switch location and know how to shut off the tool in emergency situations Accidental start ups could cause injury DON T ABUSE THE CORD Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock Tool Care DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE TOOL These tools are precision built Any alteration or modification not specified is misuse and may result in dangerous conditions AVOID GASEOUS AREAS Do not operate electric tools in gaseous or explosive atmo spheres Motors in these tools normally spark and may re sult in a dangerous condition MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have repaired by authorized service facility Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged Keep handles dry clean
17. rt most miter saw dimensions Fig 10 If you use a miter saw on this table we require you mount the miter saw to the X Bench for safety Note close cut channel for miter saw use NE gt f a E yu or zp Make sure X Bench is not plugged in and A WARNING main outlet is off 8 Power Switch a The female plug is located on the bottom of the switch and the male plug is located on the side of the switch box Fig 11 Connect the switch box to an electrical outlet by using an extension cord Plug the desired tool into the female plug and turn the switch box for power on by raising the tab Power is now activated to the tool that is plugged into the switch box b To deactivate the power the user can push the bump off switch located on the front of the switch box When leaving the workstation it is recommended that the user removes the lock off key to prevent unauthorized usage 15 A maximum use for switch box Extension Cords Extension Cords 9 Folding the Unit for Storage Transportation a Position the table on its side or inverted and compress all four legs to the zero position Fig 12 b To place the legs inside of the table the user must press the lock pin located in the middle of the leg brace and pull on the brace Fig
18. tion LA mM IJZ AT a A A E e el ST E SL ET ol Sd A Sel So o N ol el SV IONE aaa baca da A PES 3 18 cA RUT A PEREN A EEEE A Latch is now in the open position IN WARNING Do not use the dog holes to pull the table outward Once the table is extended the latches MUST be locked in order to use the cut channel correctly Failure to lock the latches while the table is in the open position could cause the table top to move while cutting which can result in misaligned cuts or personal injury Use only with 7 1 4 or smaller circular saws WARNING Larger size saws may be able to cut thru brackets c The cut channel is 2 3 4 deep and can be used with a maximum 7 1 4 Circular Saw The cutting channel can be used for cross cuts or rip cuts The user must secure the work piece with the wedge dogs provided or other clamping devices Fig 8 Do nat rip parallel to X Bench dogs 6 Wedge Dogs a Dog holes are throughout the table top surface and are meant to hold work pieces in place while cutting Fig 9 Two wedge dogs come with the X Bench These dogs are made specifically for the X Bench Note feed direction while cutting in wedge dog position Blank insert plate must be in table top during top applications See reference guide figure 28 for hole pattern identification of wedge dogs Direction of Cut 7 Miter Saw Mounting a There are three mounting holes that suppo
19. vicing of a tool with double insulation requires care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACE MENT PARTS POLARIZED PLUGS If your tool is equipped with a polar ized plug one blade is wider than the other this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet To reduce the risk of electric shock do not change the plug in any way Grounded Tools Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adaptor plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user Improper grounding can shock burn or electrocute Grounded tools are equipped with three conductor cord and three prong type plugs Before plugging in the tool be certain the outlet voltage supplied is within the voltage marked on the nameplate Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply O Extension Cords a Replace damaged cords immediately Use of damaged cords ca
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