OPERATOR'S MANUAL
10 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW
DOUBLE INSULATED
Model Nos. 315.212340 315.242340
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS |
n Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................................ |
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n Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... |
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n General Safety Rules..................................................................................................................................................... |
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n Specific Safety Rules..................................................................................................................................................... |
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n Symbols......................................................................................................................................................................... |
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n Electrical............................................................................................................................................................................ |
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n Glossary of Terms.............................................................................................................................................................. |
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n Features..................................................................................................................................................................... |
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n Tools Needed ................................................................................................................................................................. |
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n Loose Parts .................................................................................................................................................................... |
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n Assembly................................................................................................................................................................... |
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n Operation................................................................................................................................................................... |
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n Adjustments .............................................................................................................................................................. |
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n Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................................. |
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n Exploded View........................................................................................................................................................... |
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n Parts Ordering/Service...................................................................................................................................... |
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WARRANTY |
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL
If this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,
CONTACT THE NEAREST SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER at 1-800-4-MY-HOME® and Sears will repair it, free of charge. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
If this tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty will apply for only ninety days from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
INTRODUCTION
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below,
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
nKNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's manual carefully. Learn the saw's applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
nGUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES. For example, pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
nKEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.
nREMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
nKEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation.
nDO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
nKEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord while operating.
nMAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and master switches, or by removing starter keys.
nDON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.
nUSE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a purpose not intended.
nUSE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
nDRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
nALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impactresistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
nSECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
nDON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
nMAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
nDISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.
nAVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off when plugging in any tool.
nUSE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories may risk injury.
nNEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
nCHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury.
nUSE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of blade or cutter only.
nNEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
nPROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
nPROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.
nDO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
nUSE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords with approved ground connection that are intended for use outdoors and so marked.
nKEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback.
nBLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.
nNEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
nINSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at
an authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-ground- ing conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equip- ment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Stay
constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating blade.
nINSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged.
nPOLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
nKEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean tool.
nSTAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
nDO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center.
nUSE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or blade bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade capacity of your saw is 10 in. (254 mm).
nBEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE.
nBE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
nNEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during use.
nNEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.
nDO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION.
nWHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
nUSE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are included with the accessory.
nDOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight and not making contact with saw or workpiece before connecting to power supply.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
nFIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your miter saw to a workbench or table at approximately hip height.
nKEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason. Always turn the power off.
nALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES while cutting to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback. Saw may slip, walk or slide while cutting long or heavy boards.
nALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the workpiece when possible.
nBE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORKPIECE.
Never start the saw with the blade touching the workpiece. Allow motor to come up to full speed before starting cut.
nMAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW ARM (BEVEL FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN POSITION
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SAW. Lock the miter table by securely tightening the miter lock levers. Lock the saw arm (bevel function) by securely tightening the bevel lock knob.
nNEVER USE A LENGTH STOP ON THE FREE SCRAP END OF A CLAMPED WORKPIECE. NEVER hold onto or bind the free scrap end of the workpiece in any operation. If a work clamp and length stop are used together, they must both be installed on the same side of the saw table to prevent the saw from catching the loose end and kicking up.
nNEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the saw table at a time.
nNEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND.
Always place the workpiece to be cut on the miter table and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop. Always use the fence.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
nNEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small to be clamped. Keep hands clear of the cutting area.
nNEVER reach behind, under, or within three inches of the blade and its cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason.
nNEVER reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of scrap, or anything else that is in or near the cutting path of the blade.
nAVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you have good balance. NEVER operate your miter saw on the floor or in a crouched position.
nNEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade.
nALWAYS release the power switch and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before raising it out of the workpiece.
nDO NOT TURN THE MOTOR SWITCH ON AND OFF RAPIDLY. This could cause the saw blade to loosen and could create a hazard. Should this ever occur, stand clear and allow the saw blade to come to a complete stop. Disconnect your saw from the power supply and securely retighten the blade bolt.
nIF ANY PART OF THIS MITER SAW IS MISSING or should break, bend, or fail in any way, or should any electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off the power switch, remove the miter saw plug from the power source and have damaged, missing, or failed parts replaced before resuming operation.
nALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your saw) to cause a careless mistake. ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
nMAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using your saw.
nALWAYS TURN OFF THE SAW before disconnecting it to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power supply. NEVER leave the saw unattended while connected to a power source.
nTHIS TOOL should have the following markings:
a)Wear eye protection.
b)Keep hands out of path of saw blade
c)Do not operate saw without guards in place.
d)Do not perform any operation freehand.
e)Never reach around saw blade.
f)Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings.
g)Disconnect power (or unplug tool as applicable) before changing blade or servicing.
h)No load speed.
nALWAYS carry the tool only by the carrying handle.
nAVOID direct eye exposure when using the laser guide.
nSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
•lead from lead-based paints,
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
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Volts |
Voltage |
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Amperes |
Current |
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Hertz |
Frequency (cycles per second) |
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Watt |
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Alternating Current |
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Direct Current |
Type or a characteristic of current |
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No Load Speed |
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Class II Construction |
Double-insulated construction |
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Per Minute |
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute |
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Wet Conditions Alert |
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Eye Protection |
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Safety Alert |
Precautions that involve your safety. |
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No Hands Symbol |
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No Hands Symbol |
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in |
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No Hands Symbol |
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in |
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No Hands Symbol |
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Hot Surface |
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
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DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
SERVICE |
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, |
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and |
do not attempt to use this product until you read |
should be performed only by a qualified service tech- |
thoroughly and understand completely the |
nician. For service we suggest you return the product to |
operator’s manual. Save this operator’s manual |
your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. |
and review frequently for continuing safe opera- |
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. |
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WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
WARNING: The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool’s internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.
NOTE: Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service, we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This tool has a precision-built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is designated with “WA” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
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NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws)
A devise which, when properly installed and maintained, is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.
Arbor
The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.
Bevel Cut
A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90° to the table surface.
Chamfer
A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of the end) is angled rather than at 90°.
Compound Cut
A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.
Crosscut
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the width of the workpiece.
Cutter Head (planers and jointers)
A rotating piece of adjustable blades. The cutter head removes material from the workpiece.
Dado Cut
A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch or trough in the workpiece (requires a special blade).
Featherboard
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or fence during any ripping operation.
FPM or SPM
Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference to blade movement.
Freehand
Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a fence, miter gauge, or other aids.
Gum
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Heel
Alignment of the blade to the fence.
Kerf
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.
Kickback
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls, throwing the workpiece back toward operator.
Leading End
The end of the workpiece pushed into the tool first.
Miter Cut
A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle to the blade other than 90°.
Non-Through Cuts
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness of the workpiece.
Push Blocks and Push Sticks
Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade during cutting operations. A push stick (not a push block) should be used for narrow ripping operations. These aids help keep the operator's hands well away from the blade.
Pilot Hole (drill presses)
A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for drilling large holes accurately.
Resaw
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece to make thinner pieces.
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.
Ripping or Rip Cut
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
Riving Knife (table saws)
Also known as a spreader or splitter. A metal piece, slightly thinner than the saw blade, which helps keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.
Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has been cut by the blade.
Set
The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or set) outward from the face of the blade.
Snipe (planers)
Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.
Throw-Back
The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed inadvertently in contact with the blade.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the workpiece.
Workpiece or Material
The item on which the operation is being done.
Worktable
Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 in. Blade Arbor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/8 in. No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,000/min.
Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
120 V, 60 Hz, AC Only, 15 Amps |
Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36.5 lbs.
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0°: |
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Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°: |
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Maximum nominal lumber sizes:............................. |
2 x 4 |
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°: |
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Maximum nominal lumber sizes:............................. |
2 x 6 |
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 45°: |
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Maximum nominal lumber sizes:............................. |
2 x 4 |
ROTATING
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FEATURES
KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
15 AMP MOTOR
Your saw has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient power to handle tough cutting jobs. It is made with all ball bearings, and has externally accessible brushes for ease of servicing.
10 in. BLADE
A 10 in. carbide-tipped saw blade is included with your compound miter saw. It will cut materials up to 2 in. thick or 6 in. wide, depending upon the angle at which the cut is being made.
CARRYING HANDLE
See Figure 2.
For convenience when carrying or transporting your miter saw from one place to another, a carrying handle has been provided on top of the saw arm. To transport, turn off and unplug your saw, then lower the saw arm and lock it in the down position. Lock saw arm by depressing the lock pin.
CARRYING
HANDLE
SAW
ARM
LOCK PIN
MITER LOCK
HANDLE SAW ARM
LOCKED IN DOWN POSITION
Fig. 2
MITER LOCK HANDLE
See Figure 2.
The miter lock handle securely locks your saw at desired miter angles.
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
See Figure 3.
A spindle lock button has been provided for locking the spindle which keeps the blade in your saw from rotating. Depress and hold the lock button while installing, changing, or removing blade.
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TRIGGER LOCK
See Figure 4.
To prevent unauthorized use of your compound miter saw, we suggest that you disconnect it from the power supply and lock the switch in the off position. To lock the switch, install a padlock (not included) through the hole in the switch trigger. A lock with a long shackle up to 9/32 in. diameter may be used. When the lock is installed and locked, the switch is inoperable. Store the padlock key in another location.
SWITCH
TRIGGER
PADLOCK
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FEATURES
ROTATING HANDLE
See Figure 5.
The rotating handle can be adjusted to provide different positions of the saw handle. Turn the handle adjusting knob clockwise to loosen the rotating handle before twisting the rotating handle to a desired position. Lock the rotating handle into positions by turning the handle adusting knob counterclockwise.
HANDLE
ADJUSTING KNOB
ROTATING
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LASER GUIDE
For more accurate cuts, a laser guide is included with your miter saw. When used properly, the laser guide makes accurate, precision cutting simple and easy.
POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE
Positive stops have been provided at 0°, 15°, 22-1/2°, 30°, and 45° on both the left and right side of the miter table.
BEVEL LOCK KNOB
The bevel lock knob securely locks your compound miter saw at desired bevel angles. A positive stop adjustment screw has been provided on each side of the saw arm. These adjustment screws are for making fine adjustments at 0° and 45°.
ELECTRIC BRAKE
An electric brake has been provided to quickly stop blade rotation after the switch is released.
SLIDING MITER FENCE
The miter fence on your compound miter saw has been provided to hold your workpiece securely against when making all cuts; the left side is also larger providing additional support. It has a sliding feature for clearance of the saw arm when making bevel or compound cuts.
Loosen the fence screw before attempting to slide the miter fence. Once the desired position of the miter fence is determined, tighten the fence screw to secure the sliding fence.
SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE GUARD
The lower blade guard is made of shock-resistant, seethrough plastic that provides protection from each side of the blade. It retracts over the upper blade guard as the saw is lowered into the workpiece.
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TOOLS NEEDED
The following tools (not included) are needed for checking adjustments of your saw or for installing the blade:
COMBINATION WRENCH (2) 10 mm,14 mm
COMBINATION SQUARE
FRAMING SQUARE
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
Fig. 6
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