To rip long boards with my dewalt 10 inch table saw do I have to adjust the height of the blade guard? Is so, how do I do it?

The parts diagram for the Craftsman 137.218072 is available here: https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/2fdac98m1p-000247/craftsman-137218072-table-saw-parts . The blade guard is available; it's part 3232, The rip fence (part 2RXS) is not available. However, there are after-market table saw fences that probably can work. You may need to make some adjustments for the mounting points. See https://woodsmithspirit.com/best-table-saw-fence/ for some ideas.

I hope getting the blade guard at least helps.

Cindy Wells

Rollover image to zoom

• + 7

DW74510" COMPACT JOB SITE TABLE SAW WITH SITE-PRO MODULAR GUARDING SYSTEM
4.6
(9)
WRITE A REVIEW PRINTThe DW745 10" Compact Job Site Table Saw with Site-Pro Modular Guarding System features tool-free guarding component adjustments and fast, accurate fence adjustments. 20" of rip capacity to handle large materials. Compact and lightweight with a metal roll cage for jobsite durability.
READ MORE BUY NOW SHARE THIS PRODUCT: SERVICE

FIND PARTS

DO YOU OWN THIS PRODUCT?

IMPORTANT LINKS

• FEATURES & SPECS
• WARRANTY
• RELATED PRODUCTS
• FAQS
• USER REVIEWS

FEATURES & SPECS

FEATURES

• Site-Pro Modular Guarding System allows for tool free adjustments of the guarding components appropriate for each application
• 20" of rip easily cuts a variety of larger shelving and trim materials
• Rack and pinion fence rails make fence adjustments fast, smooth, and accurate
• Telescoping fence rails retract to create a small, portable package
• On-board storage provides easy access to the Site-Pro guarding components and push stick when not in use
• Metal roll cage base offers greater durability than plastic bases
• Shoe bevels 0° to 45° for beveled cuts
• Weighing only 45 lbs, the DW745 can easily be moved on and off the job
• Adjustable rear feet designed to level the saw on uneven work surfaces
• Dust port allows for 2-1/2" vacuum hook up and minimizes clean up
• 24T carbide blade enhances cut quality and prolongs blade life
• Table coating reduces friction for smoother cutting

SPECIFICATIONS

• AMPS 15.0 AMPS
• ARBOR SIZE 5/8 IN
• BLADE DIAMETER 10"
• DEPTH OF CUT AT 45° 2-1/4 IN
• DEPTH OF CUT AT 90° 3-1/8 IN
• DUST PORT DIAMETER 2-1/2 IN
• MAX RIP TO LEFT OF BLADE 12 IN
• MAX RIP TO RIGHT OF BLADE 20 IN
• MAX WIDTH OF DADO N/A IN
• NO LOAD SPEED 3,850 RPM
• POWER TOOL TYPE CORDED
• TOOL WEIGHT 45 LBS

INCLUDES

• Miter Gauge
• Push stick
• 10" 24T Carbide Blade
• Blade Guard

WARRANTY & SERVICE INFORMATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL LOOKING FOR SERVICE? EXPLORE PRODUCTSACCESSORIES

`
• ACCESSORIES

?????No rating value

LARGE DIAMETER PRECISION SAW BLADES

VIEW SERIES ?????No rating value

LARGE DIAMETER CONSTRUCTION SAW BLADES

you don't adjust anything but the fence if I understand the question correctly. You are using the fence for a straight cut and there is a gap, if so on the back of the saw UNPLUG SAW FIRST you will find a schematic about hhow to adjust the fence but all you have to do is loosen the 2 bolts where the arrows are I believe they are 10MM and lift the guard out of the way then gently run the fence next to the blade and "push" the fence square to the blade and tighten the bolts, usually it takes a couple times (I always recheck it). Now if the blade set at 0 degrees is not square you reset the angle from the front. Let me know if you need more help

I dont believe there are pictures, but what you need to do is move the fence to the blade, there are 2 10MM bolts on the backside that you need to loosen and then you can move the fence to square with the blade. Snug them down and move the fence and recheck let me know if you have anymore problems

Your adjustment should be done on the rip fence which will align it to the blade for strait non binding cuts.

You can order them at www.dewaltservicenet.com.
The DW746 and DW744 use the same guard assembly, if you're talking about the hinged guard over the blade.

Had the same problem with the dewalt, either the lifter arm is bent just enough or some thing is worn just enough, we put a zip tie on the part where the saw comes up to rest and it works fine.

ok yep your blade is out of alignment with the fence. It is closer to the fence at the rear than the front. You need to make the modification or adjustment to your fence, if it allows that, and then worry about the miter slots later (which should be adjusted miter slot to blade, not miter slot to fence). You might be able to adjust the miter slot to blade by moving the actual table and then securing witht he table mount bolts. Check your manual for how to align the fence.

You do want to fix that though as it can be potentially dangerous and result in kickback of the workpiece which is a rather SCARY thing, and very dangerous.

What I would do is clean area with air (wear safety glasses) then I use a spray type of dry lubricant on the threads and also the plates that the motor slides on. You can also use WD-40 in a pinch. Hope this helps

Basic saw safety dictates that the blade should barely clear the thickness of the material being sawed. This has saved my fingers more than once, Also, make sure you use a push stick for thin rips. They are a lot easier to replace than fingers, and are easily made from scrap stuff. As for the blade diameter, you want to use a 10" blade, but on occasion a smaller blade can be used, just be sure the arbor doesn't rub against the bottom of the table. Dado blades for 10" saws are usually only about 8" in diameter.