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Table saw 

FOX MODEL F36-522C 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

 

 

Safety instructions…………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 3 

 

Specific safety instructions for saws………………………………………………………………………. Page 5 

 

Specifications………………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 8 

 

Noise information……………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 8 

 

Electrical connections………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 9 

 

Earthing instructions………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 9 

 

Environmental protection…………………………………………………………………………………… Page 10 

 

Symbols………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 10 

 

Recommended use…………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 11 

 

Unpacking……………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 11 

 

Machine description and photos…..……………….……………………………………………………… Page 13 

 

Assembling the base…………………………....………………………………………………………….. Page 17 

 

Assembling the workbench side extensions……………………………………………………………… Page 17 

 

Assembling and adjusting the riving knife and blade protection……………………………………….. Page 18 

 

Replacing the bench insert…………………………………………………………………………………. Page 18 

 

Replacing the blade…………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 18 

 

Assembling and adjusting the rip fence……………………………………………………………………Page 19 

 

Assembling the mitre gauge……………………………………………………………………………….. Page 20 

 

Blade height adjustment handle…………………………………………………………………………… Page 20 

 

Blade angle and lock handle……………………………………………………………………………….. Page 20 

 

Adjustment of rip fench length……………………………………………………………………………... Page 20 

 

On/Off switch………………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 21 

 

Saw blade braking…………………………………………………………………………………………... Page 21 

 

Dust extraction………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 21 

 

Angle crosscut………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 22 

 

Using the pusher……………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 22 

 

Cross cut and oblique cut…………………………………………………………………………………... Page 23 

 

Composed cut…………………………………………………………………………………………… 

Page 23 

 

Maintenance…………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 24 

 

Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 25 

 

Parts diagram………………………………………………………………………………………….…….. Page 26 

 

Parts list……………………………………………………………………………………………….……… Page 27 

 

Wiring diagram………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 28 

 

DART Tool Group Guarantee……………………………………………………………………………… Page 29 

 

Declaration of Conformity…………………………………………………………………………………... Page 30 

 

 

Summary of Contents for F36-522C

Page 1: ...W FOX Model F36 522C ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This machine must be connected to an external Dust Extraction Device Failure to do so could result in damage to the motor and invalidation of the warranty ...

Page 2: ...ng the riving knife and blade protection Page 18 Replacing the bench insert Page 18 Replacing the blade Page 18 Assembling and adjusting the rip fence Page 19 Assembling the mitre gauge Page 20 Blade height adjustment handle Page 20 Blade angle and lock handle Page 20 Adjustment of rip fench length Page 20 On Off switch Page 21 Saw blade braking Page 21 Dust extraction Page 21 Angle crosscut Page ...

Page 3: ...t or small pieces wear safety gear protective glasses gloves a mask and ear defenders If you have long hair tie it up Do not wear watches or bracelets Wear shoes with good grip and remember to never place your fingers too near the blade Do not use the machine if you are tired or distracted because you risk injury Do not use this machine anywhere containing flammable liquids and or volatile gases 1...

Page 4: ...before using the machine 15 Avoid accidentally starting the machine Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the power 16 When the tool is used outside use only extension leads designed for outdoor use 17 Be observant Use common sense when operating machinery Do not use the tool when tired 18 Inspect parts before use Before continuing to use the tool inspect any protectiv...

Page 5: ... blades The push stick or push block should always be stored with the machine when not in use Only use saw blades for which the maximum possible speed is not less than the maximum spindle speed of the tool and the material to be cut When transporting the machine lift only by handles or solid parts never use gaurds to move or transport the machine During transportation the upper part of the saw bla...

Page 6: ...e stated in these instructions damaged safety devices and parts must be repaired or replaced by an authorised service facility This tool complies with relevant safety regulations Repairs are to be carried out only by qualified electricians at authorised service centres using original replacement parts There is a risk of injury if this not observed Rebating or grooving should not be carried out unl...

Page 7: ...ove the rip fence out of the way when crosscutting Feed the work into the blade AGAINST the direction of rotation only Never use the fence as a cut off gauge when crosscutting Keep these instructions safe ...

Page 8: ...e workplace Although there is a correlation between these various levels of emission it is impossible to draw any conclusion on additional necessary precautions Factors having a potential influence on the level of sound transmission in the workplace include the working time the size of the room as well as the other sources of noise e g the number of machines being used other noisy operations at th...

Page 9: ... conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and regulations Do not modify the plug provided If it does not fit into the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Improper connection of the grounded equipment can result in a risk of electric shock The green wire with...

Page 10: ...tric or electronic devices in household waste They must be taken to a compatible recycling facility ATTENTION The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Images are supplied for information purposes only Actual machine and accessories may differ in appearance SYMBOLS Always wear protective goggles when using this machine Read and understand the instruction manual be...

Page 11: ...hes Never use the machine without protection or safety devices Do not use this machine to make blind grooves UNPACKING This package includes 1 Table saw 2 Mitre gauge 3 Rip fence 4 Pusher 5 Three workbench extensions 6 Four attach bars for workbench extensions 7 Screws for fixing workbench extensions eight screws and four nuts 8 Suction pipe 9 Two wrenches to change the blade 10 Blade protection 1...

Page 12: ... carefully and follow them to the letter Once you have assembled the table saw in order to use it you must place it on a perfectly plane surface in a covered clean empty and well ventilated environment with a medium level lighting IMPORTANT Before use ensure you have removed the transport protection inside the machine See points 2 3 and 4 of Assembly of the base ...

Page 13: ...uge 15 Thumb screw of the blade protection 16 Dust extraction outlet 17 Riving knife lock screw 18 Rip fence s rail 19 Graduated plate of the rip fence 20 Rip fence support 21 Rip fence profile 22 Rip fence lock knob 23 Profile groove for gixing 24 Profile groove for gixing 25 Mitre gauge adjust knob 26 Lock lever of the bench insert 27 Workbench side extensions 28 Side extension bars x 4 29 Rip f...

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Page 17: ...ng them 3 Assemble the four central bars Fig 17 42 with the step bolts and nuts provided without fully tightening them 4 Insert the rubber feet Fig 17 43 5 Turn the table saw and place the base on the ground 6 Firmly tighten all the screws and nuts as shown in Fig 18 ASSEMBLING THE WORKBENCH SIDE EXTENSIONS 1 Assemble the two extensions Fig 1 27 to the bench Fig 1 1 and fix them with screws and bo...

Page 18: ... works correctly when it rises when pushed by the wood piece and when it lowers to the workbench after have ended cutting the wood piece 7 Fix the dust suction pipe Fig 1 13 to the suction outlet of the blade protection as shown in Fig 3 and to the outlet Fig 2 16 for the dust extraction WARNING The blade protection must be Fig 2 2 must be lowered on the piece to be cut before starting cutting REP...

Page 19: ...the table saw has two supporting surfaces with different heights According to the width of the material to be cut the rip fence Fig 12 25 must be set as shown in Fig 11 for thin wood pieces and as Fig 12 25 for wood pieces of different widths To put the rip fence in these two positions you must loosen the two knobs Fig 13 26 take the fence Fig 12 25 out from the support Fig 13 24 replace the fence...

Page 20: ...s the handle that can be used to tilt the blade from 0 to 45 1 Turn the internal handle clockwise to tilt the blade up to 45 and anti clockwise to bring it to 0 2 After choosing the desired angle by using the graduated plate located on the side of the table saw tighten lever Fig 16 51 by hand to lock the blade ADJUSTMENT OF RIP FENCE LENGTH To prevent the wood piece from unjamming during cutting a...

Page 21: ... prevents the machine from starting in case of recovery of the electrical supply after an interruption So when an electrical energy interruption occurs you must press the green button to restart the saw that has stopped SAW BLADE BRAKING Check the efficiency of the brake periodically and if it doesn t work then take the machine to an after sales service DUST EXTRACTION Many types of sawdust are to...

Page 22: ...n the workbench when the machine is turned off and the blade is still To cut big pieces or planks protruding noticeably from the workbench always use additional supports to bear the wood pieces to prevent them falling at the end of the cut To cut small pieces always use the pusher provided with the machine When you are angle cutting wood pieces less than 150mm wide we recommend you place the rip f...

Page 23: ...t after checking that it does not interfere with the blade 2 Start the machine 3 Lean the wood piece on the fence of the mitre gauge while keeping it held firmly 4 Push the mitre gauge and the wood piece against the blade as shown in Fig 19 until the cut is finished 5 Turn off the machine Never cross cut using the rip fence as a reference for the length you want to cut this could make the wood pie...

Page 24: ... slide freely Weekly Check the upwards downwards and angle movement of the blade Monthly Check the saw blade s brake time If it is longer than 10 seconds take the machine to an after sales centre Check the motor noise and the wear to the carbon brushes periodically Check that the power cable is not damaged Check the play of the gears If it is excessive have them replaced by an after salse centre C...

Page 25: ...he tools wear rapidly The tool is not correctly sharpened The wood is dirty cement sand etc The engine does not work properly excessive heating noise increase excessive sparking from the carbon brushes The motor may be damaged have the machine checked by an electrician Carbon brushes need replaced Blade stops rotating The tool is not correctly sharpened Speed is set too high The blade rejects the ...

Page 26: ...PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 27: ...PARTS LIST ...

Page 28: ...WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 29: ...ion prove to be defective in workmanship or material The warranty period for the FOX branded products is one year for parts and labour and three years for parts only The guarantee does not include repair labour or parts requiring replacement because of misuse abuse or normal wear and tear Repairs made by other than the factory DART TOOL GROUP service centre or authorised FOX service dealers reliev...

Page 30: ...NESS PARK KIRKCALDY UK KY1 3PD Tel 44 0 1592 652946 Fax 44 0 1592 654854 Declares that the TABLE SAW F36 522C is in compliance with the regulations included in the Directives CEE 2006 42 2004 108 2006 95 Person authorized to create the technical file Robert Paterson 06 05 2011 The Director ...

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