SafetySpeed 7400XL Owner's Manual

Panel Saw and Router Owner’s Manual 13460 Highway 65 Anoka, MN 55304 USA 763-755-1600 763-755-6080 w w w . p a n e l s a w .

A counterbalance is used on Models C-4, H-Series, and SR-5, to offset the weight of the carriage and saw or router. Other models use a counterweight

the Stand (and repeated at the end of this manual). The Stand will correctly support the Tool under normal operating conditions. WARNING: A free

Mounting the Router Platform and Saw Platform on the Carriage (Combination Machines) Models SR-5 and SR-5U 1. Set the bottom of the router or saw pla

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not operate the tool without the blade guard in place. Installing the Blade Guard (Saws) NOTE: The Models

the saw. The rip ruler is set at the factory, but the two crosscut rulers must be adjusted to the specific blade that is mounted in the saw. Install

15Installing Accessories Refer to the instructions packed with each accessory (and repeated at the end of this manual).

Figure 12: Main Components of Saw or Router (Model H-5 Saw Shown) 16 Index Pin Carriage Lock Knob On/Off Switch Motor Handle Nylon Bearings Blad

Indexing Pin Carriage Lock Knob On and Off Switches Carriage Handle Carriage Handle Figure 15: Carriage (Models 7400 and 7400XL Saws) Motor Switc

Carriage Handle Motor Switch Hand Clamp Carriage Lock Knob Depth Adjusting Ring Figure 18: Model TR-2 Router Figure 18A: Knife Carriage

OPERATION WARNING: The following are suggestions that give you a general idea of how a panel saw or router is intended to be operated. No instructio

A message from all of us at SAFETY SPEED CUT: Thank you for purchasing a Safety Speed Cut vertical panel saw or router. We take pride in building th

20least four rollers. Pieces shorter than 4 feet can be rotated 90° and be crosscut. This size limitation also applies when using the optional Midw

6. Clean the spindle, flanges, bolt, and blade to remove built-up dust and debris. 7. Reinstall the inner flange, slide on the new blade with the ar

2. Lock the carriage lock. 3. Loosen the wing nut on the router base. 4. Rotate the motor counterclockwise and remove it. 5. Using the wrench kit

Locking the Carriage Lock the carriage by tightening the red lock knob(s): • On the C-4 and H-Series saws, located on the left guide tube. • On

24Adjusting the Kerf Spreader (Models 7400 and 7400XL) The 7400-Series saws have a kerf spreader (Figure 23) mounted on a vertical tube to the left o

6. Make certain that the workpiece is adequately supported and stable in the machine. Refer also to “Limitations of the Tool”. The workpiece can be

Operating Procedure: Ripcutting A ripcut is a horizontal cut that can be done either from the left to the right or from the right to the left, as sho

Figure 27: Ripcutting From the Right Using Optional Midway Fence (work extends beyond saw carriage at least 4”) 11. When making cuts that are less t

7. To raise or lower the bit, adjust the graduated depth adjusting ring on the router base. It indicates the exact distance of the bit below the sub

To reattach the motor, reverse the above procedure. Use your set screw (11) to reset the motor. Figure 30: Removing the Motor (Models C-4, H-4, H-5

3CONTENTS Safety... 4 Grounding...

302. Loosen the wing nut on the router base. 3. Support the motor by hand and rotate it counterclockwise until it comes free of the housing. To rei

31MAINTENANCE WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug the tool before doing any maintenance. Never disassemble the tool or try to do a

SERVICE Repairs If your tool is damaged, call Safety Speed Cut at 800-772-2327 for technical advice or for the name of a dealer near you who can servi

Step 1: Adjust the Blade Parallel to the Guides (Saws Only) The blade must move parallel to the guides, or tail burning may occur and the kerf will b

Step 3: Align the Guides WARNING: Unplug the tool before beginning this adjustment. If the tool does not cut at 90°, the guides may not be perpendic

ACCESSORIES Safety Speed Cut offers several accessories for our panel saws and routers. Frame Wheels The Frame Wheels Accessory allows the tool to be

Stands are standard on the Models 7400 and 7400XL. They are not available for the Model TR-2. The Model C-4 also has an optional retractable stand t

CAUTION: Before beginning installation, disconnect the power supply to the motor, raise the carriage to the top of the guides, and lock the carriage

CAUTION: Be sure the tool frame is securely supported and cannot be tipped over during this installation procedure. An additional person should supp

Installation CAUTION: Before beginning installation, disconnect the power supply to the motor, raise the carriage to the top of the guides, and lock

4SAFETY WARNING: When using electric tools, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

SR-5, 7400, and 7400XL, and is not available for the Model TR-2. Installation NOTE: All hex nuts furnished with this accessory are lock nuts. During

41tapping screws. 6. Repeat Steps 2 through 5 on the left-hand side of the frame. 7. Mount the wooden fence sections (#4), with the 45° angle ends

Vertical Tube Support Bracket Spring Hold-Down Arm Tension Lock Knob Figure 46: Installing the Hold-Down Bar Air Clamping Package (for routers

SPECIFICATIONS Table IV: Saw and Router Specifications Tool Dimensions Maximum Cut Volts Horse- Model Length Height Depth Weight Crosscut

517. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure your tool is turned off before plugging it in. Do not use the tool if the power switch does not turn it on

27. HANDLE THE COUNTERBALANCE WITH CARE. The counterbalance cable is under tension. Always attach the cable to the saw carriage before removing the

Grounding WARNING: Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are

Table I: Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords Extension Cord Length * Nameplate Amps 25 ft 50 ft 75 ft 100 ft 150 ft 200 ft <

9INSTALLATION Your Safety Speed Cut saw or router comes from the factory assembled and aligned. You will only have to mount the following parts befo