OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10 INCH WET TILE/STONE SAW WITH LASER GUIDE, LED WORK LIGHT, AND STAND WTS2000L WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS n General Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Work-Area Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General safety instructions WARNING: Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. • USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. Safety is a combination of using common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your tile saw works. Read this manual to understand this tile saw and how to use it safely.
General safety instructions • Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge: the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. • A temporary adapter (D, Fig. 1) may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle (C, Fig. 1), if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The green-colored tab extending from the adapter must be connected to a per manent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box.
General safety instructions • STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, and USE COMMON SENSE when operating a power tool. • DO NOT USE TOOL IF THE SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT “ON” OR “OFF.” Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. • DO NOT use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. • DISCONNECT THE TOOL before servicing, when changing accessories (such as cutting blades), or storing the tool. • WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Specific safety instructions for Ridgid wet tile/stone saw Safety Instructions for Wet Tile/Stone Saw • Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this manual. WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all instructions in this manual before using this Professional Wet Tile/Stone Saw with Laser Guide, LED Work light and Stand.
Specific safety instructions for Ridgid wet tile/stone saw • DIRECTION OF FEED: Always feed work into the blade against the rotational direction of the blade. The labels on your tool may include the following symbols: V . . . . . . . . . . . Volts • Let the blade come to a complete stop before removing any jammed or off-cut material from around the blade area. A . . . . . . . . . . . Amperes Hz . . . . . . . . . . Hertz W. . . . . . . . . . .
Specific safety instructions for Ridgid wet tile/stone saw Safety Instructions for Laser CAUTION: The use of controls or adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those directed in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This saw has a built-in laser light. The laser is class IIIa and emits output power of a maximum 2.5mW and 630~670nm wavelengths. The laser doesn’t normally present an optical hazard. WARNING: Laser radiation. Avoid direct eye exposure.
Glossary of terms Plunge Cut A cutting operation in which the rotating blade is lowered onto the work piece. Arbor The shaft on which a cutting tool is mounted. Bevel Cut A cutting operation made across the width of the work piece in which the cut is not perpendicular to the surface of the work piece. Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute. Straight Cut A cutting operation parallel to the one straight edge of the work piece.
MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS MOTOR OVERLOAD PROTECTOR Your saw is equipped with a manual-reset, motor-overload protector. The overload protector is designed to stop the current to the saw when the motor current exceeds a safe level, when the motor is overloaded, or when a low-voltage condition exists. WARNING: If the motor-overload protector stops the saw motor, immediately turn the saw switch to “OFF” and then allow the motor to cool.
unpacking and checking contents Unpacking The WTS2000L tile saw comes in one carton. A E B F C G D H Separate all the parts from the packing materials. Refer to the “List of Loose Parts” below and “List of Main Parts” on page 12 to make certain that all the items are accounted for before discarding any packing material. Call RIDGID® Service Center if any parts are damaged or missing.
unpacking and checking contents List of Main Parts Item Part Name * Quantity I Frame Assembly & Water Tray 1 J Stand 1 K Motor Assembly 1 L Nut Wrench 1 M Hex Wrench 1 + , L 12 M
Assembly In addition to the nut wrench and hex wrench supplied with your saw, no tools are needed for assembly. Stand Set-Up CAUTION: To avoid serious injury when lifting the saw, bend your knees and lift with your legs, not with your back. The saw can be placed on a flat surface for cutting operations without using the stand. (Fig. 4) When using the stand, observe the following instructions: To Open the Stand: 1. Place the folded stand on a flat surface, as shown in Fig. 5. 2.
Assembly Stand Set-Up, continued 5. Tighten the locking nut (Fig 8). Make sure all connections are firm and the stand is steady. 6. The stand anchors located on the two shorter legs (Fig. 9) may be used to attach the stand to the floor with screws (not supplied). Closing the Stand From the side of the stand with two wheels, first pull out the orange knob at the end of the crossbar, as shown in Fig. 10, then reverse the steps described in “To Open the Stand,” page 13. Locking Nut Fig.
Assembly Installing the Motor Assembly Position the motor assembly onto the frame assembly. Using the hex wrench supplied, first install and tighten the four bolts, then place the four bolt covers on the bolts (Fig. 11). Installing the Water Pump 1. Connect the end of the water hose to the water outlet on the water pump. 4 Bolts and Bolt Covers 2. Locate the water-pump-positioning tabs in the water tray. With the water tray in place beneath the saw, position the water pump as shown in Fig. 12.
Assembly Installing the Water Pump, continued 4. Locate the 4 clips in the 2 grooves beneath the work table, close to the motor-mounting arm (Fig. 14). Use 2 clips to lock the water hose into one groove and 2 clips to lock the power cable into the other groove, as shown in Fig. 14. 5. Please refer to Fig. 15 for the “OFF” and “ON” positions of the water-hose valve. Fig. 14 OFF ON OFF Fig.
Assembly Mounting Your Saw Before mounting the saw on the stand, make sure that both wheels on the stand are locked (Fig. 16). Place the saw on the stand. Make sure that the motor housing is positioned above the wheels and that the four mounting holes of the saw-frame assembly are seated securely on the four pins on the top of the stand (Fig. 17). Locking Wheels Locate the two fastening screws on the saw frame.
Assembly Installing the Extension Table Insert the pins of the extension table into the holes of the work table as shown in Fig. 19. Make sure that the extension table is securely in place. Installing the Extension Water Tray Insert the extension water tray into the two latches at the end of the rails until it locks into place (Fig. 20). Fig. 19 Fig.
Assembly Installing the Saw Blade 1. Loosen the blade guard release knob (Fig. 21). 2. To open the blade guard, press the spindle lock with one hand, and, with the other hand, use the nut wrench (supplied) to turn the shaft nut counterclockwise (Fig. 22). 3. Remove the motor-shaft nut and the outer flange. Leave the inner flange on the blade shaft (Fig. 23). Fig. 21 Spindle Lock Fig. 22 Fig.
Assembly Installing the Saw Blade, continued 4. Fit the blade onto the motor shaft. Replace the outer flange and the motor-shaft nut. Caution: Make sure that the arrow on the blade points in the same direction as the arrow marked on the blade guard. 5. Press the spindle lock, while securely tightening the motor-shaft nut on the motor shaft with the wrench supplied (Fig. 24). 6. Close the blade guard, and tighten the blade guard release knob (Fig. 25).
Getting to know your wet tile/stone saw Depth Adjustment Knob Depth Stop Adjustment Knob Handle Bevel Cut Adjustment Knob Laser Switch LED Switch Laser Alignment Adjustment Knob Motor Unit Work Table Extension Table Overload Protector Extension Water Tray Spindle Lock Wrench Storage Clips Universal Guide Screw Support Arm Water Tray Rail Worktable Fence Wheel Locks Stand On/Off Switch Stand Anchors 22.
Getting to know your wet tile/stone saw Handle Blade Guard Blade Guard Release Knob Laser Angle Adjustment Knob Universal Guide Work Table Anti-Splash Guard Blade Extension Water Tray Frame Extension Table Stand Water Tray 22
Getting to know your wet tile/stone saw ON/OFF Switch (Fig. 27) Spindle Lock Press the spindle lock to keep the shaft from rotating while changing the saw blade. WARNING: Before turning the switch “ON,” make sure that the blade is correctly installed and operating properly. lade B To install and change the blade, see “Installing Saw Blade” on page 19 of this manual. a) Lift the switch to turn the saw on.
Getting to know your wet tile/stone saw 22.5°/45° Bevel-Cut Indicator Lights that indicate that the saw is positioned for a 22.5° or 45° bevel cut. Wheel Locks Used to stop the stand from rolling. Stand Anchors May be used to fix the stand to the floor. Anti-Splash Guard Minimizes the over-spray and mist when cutting a work piece. Laser Adjustment Knob Align the laser beam with the cutting line by adjusting one or both adjustment knobs on the sides of the blade guide.
Adjustments WARNING: For your own safety, turn the switch to “OFF” and remove the plug from the power-source outlet before making any adjustment. Depth Stop Adjustment Knob Depth Adjustment (Fig. 29) Use the depth-adjustment knob to adjust the lowest position of the blade: 1. Loosen the depth-stop-adjustment knob and the locking nut (located under the depth-adjustment knob). Depth Adjustment Knob 2. Use the handle to lower the cutting head to its lowest position. Locking Nut 3.
Adjustments Bevel Cut Adjustment (Fig. 32) The saw is adjustable to three bevel angles: 0°, 22.5°, and 45°. The three grooves in the work table accommodate the three bevel-cut positions. When tilting the saw to 22.5° or 45°, the 22.5°/45° bevel indicator will be turned on. 1. Loosen the bevel-cut-adjustment knob in the rear of the saw. 2. Tilt the saw to the desired angle (0°, 22.5° or 45°). Tighten the bevel-cut-adjustment knob. Work Table Stop/Go Adjustment (Fig.
Adjustments Universal Guide Adjustment The universal guide can be used as a rip fence or an angle guide. The universal guide has three positive stops: 0°, 22.5° and 45°. To adjust the universal guide: 1. Loosen the lever on the universal guide. 2. Adjust the universal guide so that the desired angle (0° - 45°) aligns with the indicator arrow (Fig. 34). Tighten the lever to lock the universal guide at the desired angle. For straight cutting, the universal guide is used as rip fence (Fig. 35). 1.
Adjustments Laser Beam Calibration LASER SWITCH Press the laser switch to turn on the laser (Fig. 36). LASER ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT KNOB To adjust the alignment and angle of the laser beam, turn the right knob (Laser ANGLE Adjustment) and the left knob (Laser ALIGNMENT Adjustment) alternately until the laser beam goes across the two ▲ marks engraved in the slot of the work table (Fig. 37, Fig. 38). LASER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB WARNING: DO NOT stare directly at the laser beam.
Adjustments Rail Adjustment NOTE: The saw has been calibrated by the manufacturer. The following adjustment steps are to be used only when necessary. 1. Turn off the saw. Remove the two end covers (1) at the ends of the rails from the end of the rails. Remove the two top covers (2) of the rails by sliding them out from the top of the rails (Fig. 39). 3 2. Loosen the four screws (3) inside each rail so that the rails may be adjusted. 3.
Operation • Use the anti-splash rubber guard for every operation for which it can be used. WARNING: For your own safety, read and always observe all safety precautions listed in operator’s manual and on saw. • Check that the directional arrow marked on the blade corresponds with the rotational direction of the motor as marked on the blade guard. Safety Instructions for Basic Operations • Disconnect power to the saw before servicing, when changing cutting blade, and cleaning.
Operation Inspect Your Workplace • Inspect your work area, and keep it clean and safe. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. 1. Insert the water plug into the hole of the water tray. 2. Pour five gallons water into the water tray. 3. Secure the water tray lock (Fig. 42). • Avoid slippery floors, whether from floor waxes or spills. 4. To insure proper operation, make sure that the water level in the water tray is at least as high as the lowest scale marked on the water tray.
Operation Cutting Tile and Stone Flat 0°- 45° Angle Cut 1. Position the tile on the work table, pressed against the work-table fence. WARNING: Do not attempt to cut pieces too small to allow for safe handling. Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand or finger to come in contact with the blade. When cutting any material, make sure that it is fully supported and that the work piece is held firmly. 2.
Operation Bevel Cut (Fig. 41) WARNING: The saw is adjustable to only three positions ( 0°, 22.5° or 45°). Any other bevel cut will cut into the work table. 1. Adjust bevel cut as described in the “Bevel Cut Adjustment” on page 26. 2. Position the tile on the work table, pressed against the work-table fence. 3. To use the laser, first calibrate the laser beam as described in “Laser Beam Calibration” on page 28, and make sure that the laser beam is aligned with the cutting line. 4.
Operation Moving the Saw WARNING: Before moving the saw with the stand or folding the stand, make sure that the work table is locked with the table lock and that the saw is securely fastened to the stand with the two screws. Please see “Mounting Your Saw” on page 17 of this manual. Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury. 1. Remove the extension table and invert it on the work table.
Maintaining your saw Maintenance Front Plate Accessory CAUTION! For your safety, turn off the power switch and unplug the saw from the power source before performing any maintenance or cleaning. If the power cord becomes damaged in any way, replace it immediately with an approved cord. When cleaning the saw, DO NOT SERVICE the electric motor’s internal components yourself. Contact an authorized service center. Periodic maintenance of your tile saw allows for long life and trouble-free operation.
Attachments Item Part Name Quantity 1 Nut Wrench 1 2 Hex Wrench 1 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: For your own protection, turn the ON/OFF switch to “OFF,” and always remove the plug from power-source outlet before troubleshooting. Trouble Motor stops running The water pump cannot inject water LED Lights/Laser Beam projection is hard to see Probable Cause Solution There is no power to the electrical outlet. Make sure that the outlet has power. Low voltage.
Exploded Drawings and parts lists WTS2000L Tile Saw Stand 8 18 7 9 15 19 6 14 10 12 13 20 5 45 11 21 4 47 22 3 1 2 17 46 16 44 23 24 25 43 42 26 27 28 29 30 49 48 41 40 39 38 31 32 37 36 35 34 33 37
Exploded Drawings and parts lists WTS2000L Tile Saw Stand Parts List Key No. Part No. Description QTY. Key No. Part No. Description QTY.
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Exploded Drawings and parts lists WTS2000L Tile Saw Parts List Key No. 1 2 2A 2B 2C 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 15A 15B 15C 15D 15E 15F 15G 15H 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 33A Part No.
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Ridgid® Tile Cutter and tile saw Limited three year warranty and 90 day satisfaction Guarantee policy This product is manufactured under license from Ridgid, Inc. by Chervon North America, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to Chervon North America, Inc. at: (toll free) 1-866-9-RIDGID (1-866-974-3443 ) or 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443).
