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6.5-INCH TRACK SAW

Instruction Manual

MODEL CT1065

IMPORTANT:

Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability,

ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,

trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use

your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

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Summary of Contents for CT1065

Page 1: ...ed trouble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us TECHSUPPORT WENPRODUCTS COM 800 232 1195 M F 8AM 5PM CST For replacement parts and the most up ...

Page 2: ...g Guide 22 Maintenance 23 Exploded View Parts List 25 Warranty Statement 28 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number CT1065 Motor 120V 60Hz 10A No Load Speed 5500 RPM Blade Part Number CT1065B Blade Size 6 5 165mm TCT Arbor Size 20mm Teeth 24T Blade Thickness 1 6mm Kerf 2 2mm Blade Bevel 0 45 Cutting Capacity 90 without track 2 32 59mm 45 without track 1 65 42mm 90 with track 2 13 54mm 45 with track 1 50 38mm ...

Page 3: ...e of the tool and review it frequently to maximize safety for both yourself and others SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger warning or caution The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding Always follow the safety pre cautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury However please note that these instructions and warnings a...

Page 4: ...ds increase the risk of electric shock 5 WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL OUTDOORS USE AN EXTENSION CORD SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR USE Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock 6 IF OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DAMP LOCA TION IS UNAVOIDABLE USE A GROUND FAULT CIR CUIT INTERRUPTER GFCI PROTECTED SUPPLY Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 STAY ALER...

Page 5: ...er condition that may affect the power tool s opera tion If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools 6 KEEP CUTTING TOOLS SHARP AND CLEAN Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control 7 USE THE POWER TOOL ACCESSORIES AND TOOL BITS ETC IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUC TIO...

Page 6: ... following instruc tions and the warning labels 3 People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to pacemakers could cause pacemaker inter ference or pacemaker failure 4 Wear work gloves when handling saw blades DO NOT wear gloves while operating the saw 5 Sawdust is harmful to your health Use NIOSH ap proved dust masks or other respira...

Page 7: ...ys be held by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation ensur ing protection if the cutting tool makes contact with its own cord or hidden wiring Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the power tool live and shock the operator if the insulated gripping surfaces are not used 6 Do not use the track saw unless all guards are in place Do not operate with any guar...

Page 8: ...the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion Investigate and take corrective action to eliminate the cause of blade binding SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR TRACK SAW WARNING Do not operate the track saw until you have read and understood the following instruc tions and the warning labels 3 When restarting a saw within an incomplete cut cen ter the saw blade in the kerf and c...

Page 9: ...loss of power and overheating The table below shows the correct size to be used according to cord length and ampere rating When in doubt use a heavier cord The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS The tool s electrical system is double insulated where two systems of insulation are provided This eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord Double ...

Page 10: ... service at 1 800 232 1195 PACKING LIST A Track Saw 1 B Carbon Brushes 2 C Dust Port Adapter 1 D 5mm Hex Wrench 1 The tools listed below are not included but are required for either assembly or adjustment Flat head Screwdriver Phillips head Screwdriver The items listed below are not included but are commonly bought with the this saw and made specifically for this track saw Model Number CT1065 Thes...

Page 11: ...ack saw The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions A Front Grip B Depth Scale C Bevel Scale D Track Compensation E Depth Adjustment Knob F Front Bevel Lock Knob G Front Fine Adjustment Knob H Track Lock Knob I Anti Kickback Knob J Rear Fine Adjustment Knob K Base Plate L Rear Bevel Lock Knob M Rear Handle N Power Trigger O Plunge Lock Button C F ...

Page 12: ...12 KNOW YOUR TRACK SAW P Spindle Lock Q Dust Port R Mode Selector S Slot for Parallel Guide T Saw Blade U Track Slot V Carbon Brush Cover U V R S P Q T ...

Page 13: ...plunge for general cutting C Scribe cut for a scribe cut 2 5mm 0 1 in deep B FREE PLUNGE MODE FIG 3 The cutting depth can be set between 0 2 3 8 0mm 59mm NOTE Always maintain an appropriate blade depth setting The blade teeth should never protrude more than 1 8 below the material being cut as exces sive blade depth increases the chances of saw kickback or contact with hidden surfaces beneath the w...

Page 14: ...ngle into place 3 Make a test cut in a piece of scrap material Measure the angle of the cut to confirm that the bevel angle is properly set If necessary re adjust the bevel angle be fore cutting the actual workpiece NOTE the bevel indication arrow should be properly adjusted at the factory If you find that it is inaccurate adjust it using the steps below 1 Make a test cut Measure the bevel angle 2...

Page 15: ...es of various thicknesses SETTING UP THE TRACK NOTE You will need to remove the protective sleeves from the ends of each track before using the track To help your saw glide smoothly along the track do not allow dust shavings or other debris to build up on the track 1 Each track adapter assembly is made up of 6 pieces a spacer a sleeve and four hex screws Assemble the track adapter by fitting the s...

Page 16: ... track saw on any workpiec es This ensures every track perfectly complements a particular track saw 1 Turn the mode selector switch to the free plunge set ting see Mode Selection on page 13 Set the depth stop to 1 2 limiting the blade s maximum cutting depth 2 Clamp the track into place so that you can cut the full length of the track in one go 3 Position the saw onto the end of the track with the...

Page 17: ...ack rail enters the slot in the saw base 3 Loosen the knobs and move the lever on each cam to take any play out of the track saw s movement The saw base should be snug against the track rail Tighten the knobs to lock the cams in place 4 Move the saw forward along the track ensuring its movement is smooth Repeat step 3 if necessary if adjustments are needed NOTE some tracks rails may be wide enough...

Page 18: ...s until the arbor screw is vis ible in the blade guard window Release the plunge lock button the saw should now be locked in place and un able to be plunged or raised 3 Press and hold the spindle lock Fig 16 then use the included 5mm hex wrench to loosen the arbor screw turn it counterclockwise 4 Remove the screw and outer flange Fig 17 Slide the blade off the arbor and downwards until it is clear...

Page 19: ...f you are cutting without the track place a clamp as close to the base of the saw as possible to support the workpiece Make sure the clamp is as close to the cut as possible without getting in the way of the saw s line of motion Instructions continue on the next page WARNING Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions Read through and become familia...

Page 20: ... release the power trigger Wait for the blade to completely stop Raise the saw Now you can safely remove the saw from the workpiece and set it out of the way 5 To achieve clean cuts keep your sawing line straight while smoothly advancing forward Do not force the saw forward too quickly in order to try and hurry up the pro cess Let the tool work at its own pace 6 If the cut fails to properly follow...

Page 21: ...de down into the workpiece until the set cutting depth has been reached Once the saw cannot be lowered anymore move the saw along the desired cut line in an even and steady motion FLUSH CUTTING FIG 22 Your track saw can perform cuts close to walls or other obstructions for example when removing hardwood flooring NOTE the minimum distance between the cut line and wall is 16mm 5 8 1 Turn the mode se...

Page 22: ...ternal problem Stop using the tool and call 1 800 232 1195 for customer service Saw overheats Tool forced to work too fast Do not force the tool Let it work at its own pace Ensure blade selection is appropriate for cut type and workpiece Wrong extension cord gauge Select proper extension cord Refer to page 9 Blocked motor housing vents Wear safety glasses dust mask Blow dust out of motor housing v...

Page 23: ...unge linkage Stop using the tool and call 1 800 232 1195 for customer service WARNING Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur Repairs and replace ments should only be performed by an authorized technician For any questions please contact our customer service at 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST or email us at techsupport wenproducts com MAINTENANCE WARNING To avoid accidents ...

Page 24: ...no ad ditional lubrication PRODUCT DISPOSAL Used power tools should not be disposed of together with household waste This product contains electronic components that should be recycled Please take this product to your local recycling facility for responsible disposal and to minimize its environmental impact Please recycle the packaging where facilities exist CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT The wear on th...

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Page 26: ...T1065 030 Brush Holder 2 31 CT1065 031 Carbon Brush 2 32 CT1065 032 Self tapping Screw ST4x11 2 No Part No Description Qty 33 CT1065 033 Screw M5x45 4 36 CT1065 036 Motor Housing Cover 1 37 CT1065 037 Spindle Lock Sleeve 1 38 CT1065 038 Gearbox 1 39 CT1065 039 Depth Selector 1 40 CT1065 040 Depth Selector Switch 1 41 CT1065 041 Depth Selector Switch Spring 1 42 CT1065 042 Depth Selector Cover 1 43...

Page 27: ...1065 083 Locating Spring 1 84 CT1065 084 Depth Indicator Frame Base 1 85 CT1065 085 Self tapping Screw ST3x6 2 86 CT1065 086 Bevel Pointer 1 87 CT1065 087 Depth Locking Nut 1 88 CT1065 088 Inner Blade Cover 1 89 CT1065 089 Inner Flange 1 90 CT1065B Blade 1 No Part No Description Qty 91 CT1065 091 Outer Flange 1 92 CT1065 092 Arbor Screw 1 93 CT1065 093 Outer Blade Cover 1 95 CT1065 095 Screw M6x8 ...

Page 28: ...cts may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out Upon the confirmation of a WEN representative your product may qualify for repairs and service work When returning a product for warranty service the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment Th...

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