DELTA 36-5000 T2 Series Contractor Table Saw Installation Guide

DELTA 36-5000 T2 Series Contractor Table Saw

Product Information

The product is the 36-5000 T2 and 36-5100 T2, which includes various components such as a saw body, legs, rip fence, blade guard, miter gauge, push stick, throat plate, extension wings, anti-kickback pawls, adjustable feet, fixed wheels, hand wheel handles, a 10-inch blade, rear and front fence rails, and a fence guide.

Package Contents

• PC1 – Saw Body
• PC2 – Left Leg
• PC3 – Right Leg
• PC4 – Rip Fence
• PC5 – Blade Guard
• PC6 – Miter Gauge
• PC7 – Push Stick
• PC8 – Throat Plate
• PC9 – Blade Wrench
• PC10 – Steel Extension Wings (3) for 36-5000 T2 or Cast Iron Extension Wings (2) and Steel Extension Wing (1) for 36-5100 T2
• PC11 – Anti-Kickback Pawls
• PC12 – Adjustable Feet (2)
• PC13 – Fixed Wheels (2)
• PC14 – Hand Wheel Handles (2)
• PC15 – Rip Fence Handle
• PC16 – 10 inch Blade (Pre-Installed)
• PC17 – Rear Fence Rail
• PC18 – Front Fence Rail
• PC19 – Fence Guide

Hardware Package:

The hardware package includes various bolts, nuts, washers, screws, and wrenches necessary for assembling and installing the product.

Product Usage Instructions

Follow the steps below to assemble and use the product:

1. Unpack all the components and hardware from the package.
2. Identify the saw body (PC1) and attach the left leg (PC2) and right leg (PC3) to it using the provided carriage bolts, nuts, and washers (refer to Hardware Bag A).
3. Attach the rip fence (PC4), blade guard (PC5), miter gauge (PC6), push stick (PC7), and throat plate (PC8) to the saw body according to the user manual instructions. Install the blade wrench (PC9) for blade replacement.
4. For the 36-5000 T2 model, attach the steel extension wings (PC10) using the provided hardware (refer to Hardware Bag E). For the 36-5100 T2 model, attach the cast iron extension wings (PC10) and steel extension wing (PC10) using the provided hardware.
5. Attach the anti-kickback pawls (PC11) to enhance safety during operation.
6. Adjust the feet (PC12) for stability and attach the fixed wheels (PC13) for mobility.
7. Attach the hand wheel handles (PC14) for adjusting various settings.
8. Use the rip fence handle (PC15) to position and secure the rip fence (PC4) for accurate cuts.
9. Ensure the 10-inch blade (PC16) is securely installed before operating the saw.
10. Attach the rear fence rail (PC17) and front fence rail (PC18) using the provided hardware (refer to Hardware Bag D).
11. Attach the fence guide (PC19) for guiding workpieces during cutting.

Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on adjusting and using the various components of the product.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

HARDWARE PACKAGE

PACKAGE CONTENTS 36-5052 T2 AND 36-5152 T2

HARDWARE PACKAGE

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (not included)

• Flat head screwdriver
• Phillips head screwdriver
• 8mm wrench
• 10mm wrench
• 12mm wrench
• 13mm wrench
• 3/8 inch wrench
• 7/16 inch wrench
• Framing (Carpenter’s) Square
• Combination Square
• Straight Edge

warning

• DO NOT lift saw without help. Hold it close to your body while lifting. KEEP knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back.
• Fully assemble saw with leg assembly prior to use. Leg assembly is an integral and necessary part of the support structure for this saw.
• DO NOT modify saw, or create accessories not recommended for use with this saw.
• Make sure power switch is in “OFF” position before connecting to power supply.
• DO NOT connect to power supply until assembly is complete

CAUTION
Avoid contact with blade teeth. KEEP blade stored or lowered when possible.

Step 1: STAND

Hardware Bag “A”

1. Connect the two Tube Legs together by inserting the end of the Left Leg PC2 into the end of the Right Leg PC3 . Using a 13mm Wrench, secure them together with a M8 x 75mm Carriage Bolt HP1 , M8 Flat Washer HP3 , M8 Nylock Nut HP2 and tighten. See Figure 1.
2. Insert the four open ends of the Tube Legs into the Leg Collars A as shown. Using a 10mm Wrench, secure each Leg to the Saw Body with (4) M6 x 72mm Carriage Bolts HP4 and (4) M6 Nylock Nuts HP5 and tighten. See Figure 2.

Step 2: FIXED WHEELS AND

STATIONARY FEET

Hardware Bag “B”

1. Using a 13mm Wrench, attach the two Fixed Wheels PC13 to the Left Leg using the (2) M8 x 53mm Carriage Bolts HP6 and M8 Nylock Nuts HP2 . One for each wheel as shown in Figure 3.

2. Screw the Adjustable Feet PC12 into the threaded inserts in the Right Leg.

3. Carefully stand the box right side up and remove packaging once the machine has been lifted from the ground. See Figure 4.
   CAUTION
   The machine is heavy, two people may be required to stand the machine up.

4. The two Adjustable Feet PC12 can be raised and lowered by rotating them clockwise or counterclockwise. The Feet may be adjusted to level the Saw and can be locked in place with the pre-assembled Set Screws using the provided 6mm Allen Wrench HP22 . See Figure 3.

Step 3: FRONT AND REAR RAILS

Hardware Bag “C, D”

1. Using the supplied 3/16 inch T-Handle Allen Wrench, attach the Front Rail PC18 [1] to the table front with two 5/16-18 x 1 1/8 inch Flat Countersunk Hex Screw HP15 and two 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 . See Figure 5.
2. Using the supplied 3/16 inch T-Handle Allen Wrench, attach the Rear Rail PC17 [2] to the table back using two 5/16-18 x 7/8 inch Hex Screw with Split Lock Washer HP7 . See Figure 7.

Step 4: EXTENSION WINGS
For Models with Three Extension Wings Hardware Bag “C, D, G”

1. Attach the left extension wing PC10 [3] to the front rail using two 5/16-18 x 1-1/8 inch Flat Countersunk Hex Screws HP15 and 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 .
2. Attach the left extension wing PC10 [3] to the rear rail using two 5/16-18 x 7/8 Hex Screws w/ Split Lock Washers HP7 and 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 .
3. Attach the left side extension wing PC10 [3] to the front and rear rails using four 5/16-18 x 1 1/8 inch Flat Countersunk Hex Screw HP15 and 5/16-18 hex flange nuts HP14 .
4. Attach the left side extension wing PC10 [3] to the side of the saw table using three 5/16-18 x 7/8 inch hex head screws with Split Lock Washers HP7 . See Figure 10.
5. Lay the two remaining extension wings PC10 [3] upside down on the saw table. Place the two wings adjacent to each other, so the holes patterns match. Fasten the two wings together using three 5/16-18 x 7/8 inch hex head screws with Split Lock Washers HP7 and 5/16 18 hex flange nuts HP14 .
6. Turn the two wings fastened together over and fasten them to side of the saw table using three 5/16-18 x 7/8 inch hex head screws with Split Lock Washers HP7 . See Figure 9.
7. Secure the 2 joined Extension Wings PC10 to the front rail using four 5/16-18 x 1-1/8 inch Flat Countersunk Hex Screws HP15 and 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 .
8. Secure the 2 joined Extension Wings PC10 to the rear rail using four 5/16-18 x 7/8 Hex Screws w/ Split Lock Washers HP7 and 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 .
   NOTE: Use a ruler to make sure the top edges of the wings are flush with the top of the tabletop. See Figure 8.
   NOTE: There are four 5/16-18 Set Screws HP24 for the cast iron extension wing for the 36-5100 T2. Two Set Screws for each cast iron Extension Wing. The set screws are used to adjust the level. See Figure 9.

Step 5: EXTENSION WINGS
For the 36-5052 T2 and 36-5152 T2 Hardware Bag “D”

1. Attach both extension wings PC10 [3] to the front rail using four 5/16-18 x 1-1/8 inch Flat Countersunk Hex Screws HP15 and 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 .
2. Attach both extension wings PC10 [3] to the rear rail using four 5/16-18 x 7/8 Hex Screws w/ Split Lock Washers HP7 and 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 .
3. Attach both right extension wings PC10 [3], to the Front and Rear rails using four 5/16-18 x 1-1/8 inch Flat Countersunk Hex Screw HP15 and 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 .
4. Attach the extension wings PC10 [3] to the table using three 5/16-18 x 7/8 inch Hex Head Screws with Split Lock Washers HP7 for each wing. See Figure 10.
   NOTE: Use a ruler to make sure the top edges of the wings are flush with the top of the tabletop. See Figure 10.
   NOTE: There are four 5/16-18 Set Screws HP24 for the cast iron extension wings for the 36-5100 T2. Two Set Screws for each cast iron Extension Wing. The set screws are used to adjust the level. See Figure 9.

Step 6: WOOD EXTENSION TABLE

For the 36-5052 T2 and 36-5152 T2 Hardware Bag “E”

1. Lay the Wood Table Extension PC20 upside down on floor or bench.

2. Position table legs PC21 in corner as shown in Figure 11 the vertical wall of the angle plate on the leg should be against the end wood wall of the table.

3. Fasten the legs to the table board with eight 8-16 x 3/4 Round Head Phillips Screw HP12 .

4. Feed four 10-32 x 34.5mm Round Head Phillips Screw HP9 with four 7/32 x 1/2 Flat Washers HP10 and 10-32 Hex Nut HP11 through the drilled holes from the outside, then assemble the nuts onto the screws and tighten.

5. Loosely assemble three 5/16-18 x 7/8 inch Hex Head Screws with Split Lock Washers HP7 , 8 x 16 x 1t Flat Washers HP16 and three 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 into the three holes into the side of the extension wing as shown. See Figure 12.
   NOTE: The 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nuts HP14 are only used on the 36-5052 T2.

6. Carefully lower the slotted wing attachment PC22 down onto the screws on the extension wing. Tighten the screws after the wood table is leveled with the extension wing.

7. Using the Rail Alignment Gauge HP20 adjust the feet B in the table legs so the top of the table is at the proper distance from the rail.

8. Drill 1/4 inch holes through the rail holes A into the wood table on the front and back rails. See Figure 13.

9. Fasten Wood Table Extension to Front Rail using six 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Pan Head Hex Socket Screws HP17 , 6.74 x 20.63 x 1.58 Flat Washers HP27 and 1/4-20 Hex Nuts HP28 .

10.  Fasten Wood Table Extension to Rear Rail using six 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Hex Head Screws HP26 , 6.74 x 20.63 x 1.58 Flat Washers HP27 and 1/4-20 Hex Nuts HP28 .

FENCE GUIDE AND POWER CONTROL BOX
Hardware Bag “E” for 36-5000T2 and 36-5100T2 Hardware Bag “G” for 36-5052T2 and 36-5152 T2

1. Attach the fence guide PC19 to the front rail using four (for 36- 5000 T2 and 36-5100 T2) or six (for 36-5052 T2 and 36-5152 T2) 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch Button Head Hex Screw w/Split Lock Washer HP18 through the holes C on the bottom side of the front rail.
2. Align the two holes in the switch box bracket with the holes underneath the front rail, shown in Figure 15, located on the left side of the saw. Secure the switch box F3 to the front rail using two 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch Hex Screw w/ Split
   Lock Washer HP19 .

Step 8: INSTALLING THE HANDLES
Elevation and Bevel Hand Wheels
The elevation and Bevel Handles are packaged together in the box, please install as follows:

1. Insert one Handle PC14 to the Elevation Hand Wheel located in the front of the Saw, as seen in Figure 17.
2. Insert one Handle PC14 to the Bevel Hand Wheel located on the right side of the Saw, as seen in Figure 18.

Step 9: INSTALLING THE RIP
FENCE HANDLE
The Rip Fence Handle is packaged individually and labeled accordingly, please install as follows:

1. Screw the Labeled Handle PC15 to the Rip Fence with the supplied Hex Wrench. See in Figure 18.
   NOTE: Refer to Operator’s Manual for storage locations – Wrenches, Blade Guard, Anti-kick back pawls, and Push-stick.
   IMPORTANT: Before raising Blade you must release Bevel Lock and tilt Blade 45° and remove styrofoam block under Motor Housing. See Figure 19.

Step 10: THROAT PLATE
NOTE: Refer to Operator’s Manual page 23 for throat plate instillation instructions.

Step 11: BLADE AND RIVING KNIFE
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, the Riving Knife MUST be installed and properly positioned for every possible through and non-through cut.

1. Your Saw is shipped with the Blade and Riving Knife installed and properly aligned. The Riving Knife comes installed in the low, non-through cutting position. Prior to operating your Saw, check to make sure the alignment of the Blade to the Miter Slot and the Riving Knife to the Blade was not affected by shipping. To check alignment of the Blade and Riving Knife, see page 27 in the Assembly section of the Operator’s Manual.
2. The Riving Knife comes installed in the low, non-through cutting position. To attach the Anti-Kickback Pawls and Blade Guard Assemblies, the Riving Knife MUST be in the raised position as shown in Figure 38, page 32 of the Operator’s Manual. To raise and lower the Riving Knife, see Riving Knife Height Settings on page 32.
3. When installing Riving Knife, Anti-Kickback Pawls and Blade Guard, Blade MUST be at 90° setting and raised to the maximum height. See “RAISING AND LOWERING BLADE” section on page 30 of the Operator’s Manual.

Step 12: ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS

WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, Anti-Kickback Pawls MUST be in place when making a through cut.

1. See Figure 22 and locate the Anti-Kickback Pawls Mounting Slot A in the middle of the top edge of the Riving Knife.
2. Slide Slot in the middle of the Anti-Kickback Pawls Assembly PC11 along the top of the Riving Knife until the stem B locates the center slot A on the Riving Knife.
3. Depress the stem on the Anti-Kickback Pawls Assembly to allow the Assembly to drop into the slot. Push down on the Anti-Kickback Pawls Assembly until it snaps into place and locks. Release stem. NOTE: Pull up on the Anti-Kickback Pawls to make sure it is locked in place.
   To remove the Anti-Kickback Pawls, depress the stem B and pull the Anti- Kickback Assembly off the Riving Knife.

Step 13: BLADE GUARD

WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, the Blade Guard MUST be in place when making a through cut.

1. Before installing the Blade Guard Assembly PC5 , make sure the riving knife is raised to the through-cut position.
2. While holding the Blade Guard Assembly in a vertical position, hook the Locating Pin B at the back end of the Blade Guard Assembly into the slot at the back edge of the Riving Knife.
3. Rotate the Blade Guard Assembly toward the front of the Saw until the metal portion C of the Blade Guard Assembly is parallel to the Table as shown in Figure 23.
4. While holding down on the front of the metal portion of the Guard C press the Blade Guard Lock Lever D down until it snaps into the locked position. Check to make sure the Guard is locked onto the Riving Knife by pulling on the Guard. If the Guard is not locked, the Blade Guard Lock Lever will flip up to the unlocked position.
   NOTE: Check the Blade Guard for clearances and free movement.

WARNING
If the metal portion of the Blade Guard Assembly is not parallel to the table, the Riving Knife is not in the raised position. Remove Blade Guard Assembly and Anti-Kickback Pawls and raise Riving Knife, then reinstall the Anti- Kickback Pawls and the Blade Guard Assembly. NOTE: Also reference Figure 37, page 32 of the Operator’s Manual.

To Remove the Blade Guard Assembly:

1. Lift the Blade Guard Assembly Lock Lever D to the unlocked position.
2. Rotate the Guard back and slide the Pin B from the Riving Knife Slot.

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