RIDGID Saw TS2400LS User Guide

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
Zero Clearance Insert  
AC1045  
(For Use With Ridgid 10 in.  
Table Saws TS3650  
and TS2400LS)  
Your Zero Clearance Insert has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of opera-  
tion, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.  
WARNING:  
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.  
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.  
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
 
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION  
Safe operation of this accessory requires that you read and nA SEPARATE ZERO CLEARANCE INSERT IS  
understand this operator's manual, the operator’s manual  
RECOMMENDED FOR EACH BLADE, dado blade or  
for the table saw and all labels affixed to the tool.  
different set-up.  
nSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently  
and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone  
this product, also loan these instructions.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS  
nKNOWYOURACCESSORY.Readtheoperator'smanual  
carefully. Learn the product's applications and limitations  
as well as the specific potential hazards related to this  
product.  
nKEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas  
and work benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools  
or pieces of wood on the saw while operating.  
WARNING:  
Somedustcreatedbypowersanding,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:  
nALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE  
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-  
resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.  
• lead from lead-based paints,  
nDO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT WITH OTHER EQUIP-  
MENT or for other purposes.  
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other  
masonry products, and  
nALWAYS DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE POWER  
SUPPLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING THIS KIT. Make sure  
the switch is off when reconnecting the saw to a power  
supply.  
• arsenicandchromiumfromchemically-treatedlumber.  
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.  
nBEFOREMAKINGACUT,BESUREALLADJUSTMENTS  
ARE SECURE.  
nMAKE SURE THE SAW BLADE OR DADO BLADE  
IS NOT IN CONTACT WITH THE INSERT BEFORE  
TURING THE SAW “ON”.  
nDO NOT ATTEMPT TO TILT THE ARBOR WHILE  
ANY BLADE IS IN THE INSERT. The blade may bind,  
causing possible damage.  
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SYMBOLS  
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the  
explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves  
eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention  
measures.  
SYMBOL MEANING  
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious  
injury.  
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or seri-  
ous injury.  
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moder-  
ate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.  
Advises you of additional information concerning the operation or maintenance of the equipment.  
Note:  
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS  
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this prod-  
uct. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair information.  
SYMBOL  
NAME  
MEANING  
Wet Condition Alert  
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade  
will result in serious personal injury.  
No Hands Symbol  
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and  
understand the operator’s manual before using this product.  
Read the Operator’s Manual  
Eye Protection  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side  
shields and a full face shield when operating this product.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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INSTALLATION  
nPosition the zero clearance insert until the key slot drops  
REMOVING THE EXISTING THROAT PLATE  
AND INSTALLING ZERO CLEARANCE INSERT  
over the flat head screw.  
nThe zero clearance insert should be flush with the table  
FOR THROUGH CUTS  
top. Adjust the four set screws as needed. (See Fig 2.)  
See Figures 1 and 2.  
NOTE: If necessary, adjust the side positioning set screw  
foundontheedgeofthezeroclearanceinserttoeliminate  
side play. Tighten the flat head screw. Do not tighten the  
screw to the point where it deflects the zero clearance  
insert.  
WARNING:  
Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow  
hands to come closer than 3 in. to the blade. Do not  
reach over or across the blade. Failure to heed this  
warning can result in serious personal injury.  
nMake sure blade guard is properly installed.  
nCheck all clearances for free blade rotation.  
nPlug in the saw then turn the saw on.  
nSlowly and cautiously raise the saw blade into the zero  
WARNING:  
clearance insert.  
Make sure the switch is off and the plug is out of  
the outlet. Failure to do so could result in accidental  
starting, resulting in serious personal injury.  
WARNING:  
Thezeroclearanceinsertmustbeevenwiththetable  
surface. Inserts too high or low can let the workpiece  
"snag" or catch on uneven edges. Workpiece could  
twist and kickback and could result in injury.  
nUnplug the saw.  
nLower the blade completely then remove the blade guard  
assembly.  
nLoosen flathead screw and remove the throat plate by  
lifting the front end of the throat plate and pulling it toward  
the front of the saw.  
Fig. 2  
Fig. 1  
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INSTALLATION  
nCheck all clearances for free blade rotation.  
nReconnect power to the saw  
nTurn the saw “ON”.  
INSTALLING ZERO CLEARANCE INSERT/  
DADO SETS  
See Figure 2.  
nSlowly and cautiously raise the dado blade into the zero  
WARNING:  
clearance insert.  
Make sure the switch is off and the plug is out of  
the outlet. Failure to do so could result in accidental  
starting, resulting in serious personal injury.  
WARNING:  
Never stand directly in line with the blade or allow  
hands to come closer than 3 in. to the blade. Do not  
reach over or across the blade. Failure to heed this  
warning can result in serious personal injury.  
NOTE: Before using the dado set read and understand the  
SafetyandOperatinginstructionscontainedintheOperator’s  
Manual furnished with your table saw and the instructions  
furnished with your dado blade set.  
nTurn the saw “OFF” and unplug.  
nUnplug the saw.  
nThe blade guard assembly is not used for “non-through”  
cuts.  
nLower the dado blade completely.  
nThe table saw and zero clearance insert are now ready to  
use. When replacing the saw blade insert, always replace  
the blade guard assembly.  
nPosition the zero clearance insert until the key slot drops  
over the flat head screw.  
nThe zero clearance insert should be flush with the table  
top. Adjust the four set screws as needed.  
WARNING:  
NOTE: If necessary, adjust the side positioning set screw  
foundontheedgeofthezeroclearanceinserttoeliminate  
side play. Tighten the flat head screw. Do not tighten the  
screw to the point where it deflects the zero clearance  
insert.  
The zero clearance insert must be even with the  
table surface. Inserts too high or too low can cause  
the workpiece to “snag” or catch on uneven edges.  
Workpieces could twist and kickback and could  
result in injury.  
USE  
nBevel the blade to the required setting.  
OPERATION TIPS  
nDo not use the zero clearance insert for molding  
operations. Use the 10 in. Dado/Molding Insert  
(AC1040).  
nSlowly and cautiously raise the saw blade into the zero  
clearance insert.  
nIf using blade stabilizers, check for proper clearance  
before raising the saw blade.  
nThe zero clearance insert supports the workpieces  
right next to the blade to help prevent chipping and  
splintering. It also prevents small pieces from becoming  
wedged between the blade and the large opening in a  
conventional metal table insert.  
nWhen using a dado set follow the procedures above.  
However, use additional caution due to the large amount  
of material being “cut-away” from the zero clearance  
insert.  
nFor best results with any through cut, always adjust the  
blade depth to ensure the cut is 1/8 in.-1/4 in. higher  
than the workpiece.  
nCheck all clearances for free blade rotation.  
nNever operate the saw without the proper insert  
installed.  
nA separate zero clearance insert is recommended for  
nWhen replacing the saw blade and saw blade insert,  
each blade, dado blade, or different set-up.  
always replace the blade guard for all through cuts.  
nIf burrs are present, remove them before continuing.  
WHEN MAKING BEVEL CUTS  
nInstall the zero clearance insert with the blade at 90°.  
See Installing “Removing The Existing Throat Plate  
And Installing Zero Clearance Insert For Through Cuts”  
section of this manual.  
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NOTES  
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
Zero Clearance Insert  
AC1045  
(For Use With Ridgid 10 in.  
Table Saws TS3650  
and TS2400LS)  
Customer Service Information:  
For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be  
sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of  
the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us  
When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:  
AC1045  
Model No.  
983000-396  
3-04  
 

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