Hi John
Radial Arm Saws
A radial arm saw basically consists of a motor (rather like a handheld
circular saw) suspended from a long arm, in a yoke, which allows multiple
degrees
of rotation for the motor assembly. The motor assembly connects to the
overhead arm by a carriage assembly that traverses the arm's length when
manually
pulled by the operator. All parts of this assembly may be locked into
particular positions as desired by the user. To achieve a simple 90 degree
cross
cut the saw is pulled from back to front, through a slot in the fence. To
make a rip cut the motor head is rotated 90 degrees and positioned outside
the
fence parallel to it.
Radial arm saws were first developed by Raymond E. Dewalt in 1922 and were
marketed under the name of the
Dewalt "Wonder-Worker".
Dewalt continued to manufacture radial arm saws until 1989 when they sold
the rights to The American Saw Company.
Sears has sold their Craftsman brand since 1958, in fact there is a
recall
on the guard for some of the older models that even supplies you with a new
table.
Delta entered the market in 1948 when they bought out Red Star Products,
producing 8" to 20" models.
These versatile saws offer the capability of ripping and cross cutting as
well as miter, dado and rabbet cuts. With attachments they will also work as
a
shaper or router in a pinch. Most home shops will have a 10" model, the
larger models are usually found in industrial settings.
10" Model
It cuts up to 2-3/4 inches deep at 90 degrees, 2-1/2 inches at a 45-degree
bevel, and crosscuts 16 inches at 90 degrees.
Name of Product: Ryobi Radial Arm Saws
Units: About 145,000
Manufacturer: Ryobi Motor Products Corp. formerly of Anderson, S.C. ("RMP");
Ryobi Electric Tool Manufacturing, Inc. formerly of Chandler, Ariz.; and
Ryobi
Limited, of Hiroshima, Japan.
Hazard: Cracking of the plastic motor housing can cause the blade assembly
to fall during operation, posing a risk of laceration to the operator or
bystanders.
The detachment may occur unexpectedly and without warning.
Incidents/Injuries: RMP has received five reports of detached blade
assemblies, including four reports of lacerated fingers to the saw
operators.
Description and Models: The recall involves all RA200 and RA202 radial arm
saws. These are bench top models with 8 ¼-inch blades. Each unit has a data
plate
immediately behind the operator grip for the saw, which says "RYOBI 8 1/4"
Radial Arm Saw" and either "RA200" or "RA202."
Sold at: Home and hardware stores nationwide from 1986 through 1997 for
between $200 and $300, and higher in some instances.
Manufactured In: The United States and Japan
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these radial arm saws and
contact Ryobi customer service to arrange to return part of the saw for a
payment
of $75. No repair is available.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Ryobi Customer Service
at (800) 525-2579 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET any day of the week, or visit
the following Web site: www.ryobi.com
Craftsman® radial arm saws for repair. These radial arm saws were sold
without a guard that covers the entire blade. Consumers have come into
contact with
the blade or have been hit by pieces of wood kicked back by the saws,
resulting in severe injuries.
CPSC and Emerson have received about 300 reports of injuries while using
these saws. Injuries include hand and finger amputations; lacerated hands,
arms
and fingers; fractured hands and fingers; and facial injuries.
Emerson is offering a free repair kit that provides a complete blade guard.
Consumers should stop using their Craftsman® radial arm saws immediately and
call Emerson Tool Co. to determine if their saw is recalled and to ensure
that they have proper safety and use instructions. Consumers should have the
model and serial numbers of their saw available when they call.
The recalled Craftsman® 8-, 8¼-, 9- and 10-inch radial arm saws have a model
number beginning with 113, usually located on the base of the saw. The brand
name "Craftsman®" and store name "Sears" are written on the saws.
Sears stores and catalogs sold the 8-, 9- and 10-inch saws from 1958 through
1992. The 8¼-inch saws were sold from 1990 through 1995. The saws sold for
between $100 and $700, depending on the model, year purchased and
accessories.
For older model saws and others that cannot accept the new guard, Emerson
will provide $100 for the return of the saw carriage. Consumers must contact
Emerson
to receive a free repair kit or to return their saw carriage. Saws should
not be returned to Sears.
Picture of Craftsman Radial Arm Saw
The new guarding system provides a substantial safety improvement over
guarding systems manufactured before 1993. Even if consumers have purchased
a lower
guard for their saw, they should still replace it with the new guard system.
For more information, call Emerson at (800) 511-2628 anytime, or visit the
firm's web site at www.radialarmsawrecall.com.
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Subject: [BlindHandyMan] radial arm saws?
> Ray, since Dale mentioned radial arm saws, can you find anything
> regarding size, type, features, functionality, etc? Thanks.
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> John
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