Keep this manual for the safety warnings
and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning
procedures. Write the product’s serial number
in the back of the manual near the assembly
diagram (or month and year of purchase if
product has no number). Keep this manual
and the receipt in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling, and
all other information provided with
this product:
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE is used to
address practices not
related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without the
safety alert symbol, is
used to address practices not
related to personal injury.
General Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings
and instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, re and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in 1.
working order.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND 2.
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it
on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered 3.
areas and benches invite accidents.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS 4.
ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools
in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors 5.
should be kept safe distance from work
area.
CAUTION, used with
the safety alert
symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury.
MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF 6.
with padlocks, master switches, or by
removing starter keys.
DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job 7.
better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or 8.
attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE
GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
(120 VOLT)
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(at full load)
0 – 618161614
6.1 – 1018161412
10.1 – 1216161412
12.1 – 161412Do not use.
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
25’50’100’150’
TABLE A
DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper 13.
footing and balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep 14.
tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; 15.
when changing accessories, such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
REDUCE THE RISK OF 16.
UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure switch is in off position before
plugging in.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 9.
Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one 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. Table A shows
the correct size to use depending on
cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear 10.
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear
is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also 11.
use face or dust mask if cutting operation
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses.
SECURE WORK. Use vise to hold work 12.
when practical. It’s safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate
tool.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. 17.
Consult the owner’s manual for
recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to persons.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious 18.
injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before 19.
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
should be properly repaired or replaced.
DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into 20.
a blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING 21.
UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT
GROUNDING WIRE
CONNECTION
READ AND FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS:
3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s
plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord 6.
immediately.
110-120 V~ Grounded Tools:
Tools with Three Prong Plugs
In the event of a malfunction or 1.
breakdown, grounding provides a path
of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock.
This tool is equipped with an electric
cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into a matching
outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided – if it will 2.
not t the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-3.
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. The conductor with
insulation having an outer surface that
is green with or without yellow stripes is
the equipment-grounding conductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord
or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment-grounding conductor to a live
terminal.
Check with a qualied electrician or 4.
service personnel if the grounding
instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether
the tool is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that 5.
have 3-prong grounding plugs and
Grounding
Pin
125 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet
(for up to 125 V~ and up to 15 A)
This tool is intended for use on a circuit 7.
that has an outlet that looks like the one
illustrated above in 125 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet. The tool has a
grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated above in 125 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.
The outlet must be properly installed and 8.
grounded in accordance with all codes
and ordinances.
Do not use an adapter to connect this 9.
tool to a different outlet.
Cut-off Saw Safety Warnings
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction
Manual Before Operating Cut-off Saw
Check Swing Guard (53) for proper 1.
closing before each use. Do not operate
the Saw if the Swing Guard does not
move freely and close instantly. Never
clamp or tie the Swing Guard (53)
into the open position. If the saw is
accidently dropped, the Swing Guard
(53) may be bent. Raise the Swing
Guard (53) and make sure it moves
freely and does not touch the Cut-Off
Wheel or another part, in all depths of
cut.
The Swing Guard (53) should be 2.
retracted manually only for special cuts
such as “Pocket Cuts) and “Compound
Cuts.” Raise the Swing Guard (53) only
enough to begin the cut. As soon as
the Cut-Off Wheel enters the material,
the Swing Guard (53) must be released.
For all other sawing, the Swing Guard
(53) should be allowed to operate
automatically.
Use grinding wheel suitable for speed of 9.
cut-off saw.
Replace cracked wheel immediately.10.
Do not overtighten wheel nut.11.
Use only anges furnished with the cut-12.
off saw.
Frequently clean grinding dust from 13.
beneath cut-off saw.
The Saw is not to be used for any cutting 3.
in the locked down position. The Saw
should be locked down position only for
carrying and storage.
Always use Cut-Off Wheels with a 14” 4.
diameter, 1” arbor hole, and rated at a
minimum of 3750 RPM. Cut-Off Wheels
that do not match the mounting hardware
of the Saw or that are rated at less than
the Saw’s maximum RPM may y off the
Saw or may run eccentrically, causing
loss of control.
Never use damaged or incorrect Cut-5.
Off Wheel washers or bolts. The CutOff Wheel’s washers and bolts were
specially designed for your Saw, for
optimum performance and safety of
operation.
Do not use the included Cut-Off Wheel 6.
to cut aluminum, copper, brass, or other
non-ferrous metals. The included CutOff Wheel is designed to cut only ferrous
(iron containing) metals such as steel
alloys and cast iron. If using other CutOff Wheels, only use them on materials
that the manufacturer recommends.
Before using the Cut-Off Saw, make sure 7.
the Cut-Off Wheel is properly mounted
on the saw spindle. Make sure the CutOff Wheel is balanced and is not broken
or bent.
Wear eye protection.8.
Wear a full face shield over ANSI-14.
approved safety goggles during use.
DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY 15.
GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR
REMOVED. Moving guards must
move freely and close instantly.
The use of accessories or attachments 16.
not recommended by the manufacturer
may result in a risk of injury to persons.
When servicing use only identical 17.
replacement parts.
Only use safety equipment that has been 18.
approved by an appropriate standards
agency. Unapproved safety equipment
may not provide adequate protection.
Eye protection must be ANSI-approved
and breathing protection must be
NIOSH-approved for the specic hazards
in the work area.
Industrial applications must follow OSHA 19.
guidelines.
Maintain labels and nameplates on 20.
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to 21.
begin work before turning on the tool.
People with pacemakers should 22.
consult their physician(s) before use.
WARNING: Some dust created by power 23.
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities, contains
chemicals known [to the State of
California] 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 or other masonry products
• 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 lter out
microscopic particles. (California Health
& Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
injury, particularly to the hands, arms
and shoulders. To reduce the risk of
vibration-related injury:
Anyone using vibrating tools regularly 1.
or for an extended period should rst
be examined by a doctor and then have
regular medical check-ups to ensure
medical problems are not being caused
or worsened from use. Pregnant
women or people who have impaired
blood circulation to the hand, past hand
injuries, nervous system disorders,
diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should
not use this tool. If you feel any medical
or physical symptoms related to vibration
(such as tingling, numbness, and white
or blue ngers), seek medical advice as
soon as possible.
Do not smoke during use. Nicotine 2.
reduces the blood supply to the hands
and ngers, increasing the risk of
vibration-related injury.
WARNING: Handling the cord on this 24.
product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California
to cause cancer, and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling. (California Health &
Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
The warnings, precautions, and 25.
instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator
that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated
or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical
Wear suitable gloves to reduce the 3.
vibration effects on the user.
Use tools with the lowest vibration when 4.
there is a choice between different
processes.
Include vibration-free periods each day 5.
of work.
Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still 6.
keeping safe control of it). Let the tool
do the work.
To reduce vibration, maintain the tool 7.
as explained in this manual. If any
abnormal vibration occurs, stop use
immediately.
14” Cut-Off Wheel for Metal
(SKU 44814, included)
14” Cut-Off Wheel for
Masonry (SKU 44815)
7” (1st Setting),
9-1/2” (2nd Setting)
E105017
UNPACKING
When unpacking, make sure that the
item is intact and undamaged. If any parts
are missing or broken, please call Harbor
Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as
possible.
SAFETY INFORMATION
section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up
or use of this product.
Tool Set Up
1. Rotate the wheel until the Lock Pin
(63) slides into place.
Lock
Pin (63)
Socket Head
Bolt (54)
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Release the Trigger, unplug the
tool from its electrical outlet and
allow the wheel to cool
completely before performing
any inspection, maintenance, or
cleaning procedures.
To Remove or Install a Cut-Off Wheel
Raise the Saw if it is locked down by 1.
pushing down on it and pulling out the
Lock Ball (25).
Open the Swing Guard (53) and tighten 2.
the Bolt (112) to secure it while working
on the Wheel.
Lock Pin
(63)
Handle
Fixed
Guard (60)
Hex Key
(111a)
FIGURE 2
4. While continuing to hold down the Lock
Pin (63), use the Hex Key (111a) to
loosen the Socket Head Bolt (54). See
FIGURE 2.
Remove the Socket Head Bolt (54), the 5.
Flange Washer (96), the Outer Flange
(55), and the Cut-Off Wheel (56).
Socket Head
Bolt (54)
Flange
Washer (96)
Outer
Flange (55)
FIGURE 1
3. Push the Lock Pin (63) towards the
Fixed Guard (60) as shown in FIGURE
Cut-off Wheel (56)
Inner Flange (57)
6. Replace with a new Cut-Off Wheel (56),
and reassemble the parts listed above
in number 3. The concave side of the
Outer Flange (55) must face the wheel.
While holding the Lock Pin (63), tighten
the Socket Head Bolt (54) with the Hex
Key (111a).
LOOSEN THE BOLT (112)7. and make
sure that the Swing Guard (53)
moves freely back into place before
operation.
Depth Adjustment
Lock Ball (25)
Depth Adjustment
Bolt (16)
FIGURE 3
To adjust the depth, turn the Depth
Adjustment Bolt (16) shown in FIGURE
3.
Work Piece and Work Area Set Up
Designate a work area that is clean and 1.
well-lit. The work area must not allow
access by children or pets to prevent
distraction and injury.
Route the power cord along a safe 2.
route to reach the work area without
creating a tripping hazard or exposing
the power cord to possible damage. The
power cord must reach the work area
with enough extra length to allow free
movement while working.
Secure loose work pieces using the vise 3.
to prevent movement while working:
Quick
Release (31)
Place Workpiece Here
Vise Handle (28)
FIGURE 4
a. To use the Quick Release (31), put the
Quick Release (31) tab in the position
shown in FIGURE 4 and push the Vise
Handle (28) up against the workpiece.
Then tighten the Vise Handle (28).
When releasing, loosen the Vise Handle
(28) a few turns, lift up the Quick
Release (31), and pull the Vise Handle
(28) open.
start the Saw. Allow the Cut-Off Wheel
to attain full speed.
With one hand on the Handle and the 4.
other hand clear, slowly bring the Saw
down onto the Base, letting the Saw do
the work. Do not apply excessive force.
Angle
Scale
(35)
FIGURE 5
b. To cut at various angles (up to 45
degrees), adjust the Angle Scale (35)
by loosening the two Bolts (41 & 44) as
shown in FIGURE 5. Adjust the Angle
Scale to the desired setting and then
tighten the Bolts (41 & 44).
To reposition the Angle Scale (35), c.
remove both of the Bolts (41 & 44), and
reattach the Angle Scale at the upper
two screw holes. See FIGURE 4.
There must not be objects, such as utility 4.
lines, nearby that will present a hazard
while working.
General Operating Instructions
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY:
DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY
GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED,
OR REMOVED. Moving guards
must move freely and close
instantly. Bolt (112) MUST be
loose before operation.
If the Cut-Off Wheel does not cut all the 5.
way through the workpiece, raise the
Saw and release the Trigger. Unplug the
unit. Wait until the unit comes to a full
stop. Remove the workpiece. Set the
depth adjustment to a deeper setting.
After adjusting the depth, bring the Saw
all the way down to make sure the CutOff Wheel doesn’t contact the Base. If it
does contact any part of the Base, readjust the depth so it doesn’t.
Repeat the cutting process starting with 6.
number 1 above.
Once the cut is completed, turn off the 7.
Saw by releasing the Trigger and unplug
the unit. Do not attempt to remove the
workpiece until the Cut-Off Wheel has
stopped moving.
To prevent accidents, turn off the tool, 8.
disconnect its power supply, and lock it
down by pushing it down as far as it will
go, and then pushing the Lock Ball (25)
in after use. Clean, then store the tool
indoors out of children’s reach.
Using the vise, secure your workpiece 1.
and, if necessary, adjust the angle of the
cut.
Raise the Saw by pushing down on it 2.
and pulling out the Lock Ball (25).
Plug the Power Cord into the nearest 3.
120 V~, grounded, electrical outlet. Slide
the Trigger Lock and pull the Trigger to
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Release the Trigger, unplug the
tool from its electrical outlet and
allow the wheel to cool
completely before performing
any inspection, maintenance, or
cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY
FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment.
If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem
corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and
Lubrication
BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect the
general condition of the tool. Check for
loose hardware, misalignment or binding
of moving parts, cracked or broken parts,
damaged electrical wiring, and any
other condition that may affect its safe
operation.
AFTER USE,2. wipe external surfaces of
the tool with clean cloth.
Internal damage or wear. 4.
(Carbon brushes or switch, for
example.)
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or wire size
too small.
Performance
decreases over time.
Excessive noise or
rattling.
Overheating.Forcing machine to work too fast.1.
Carbon brushes worn or damaged.Have qualied technician replace brushes.
Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or bearings, for example.)
Accessory misaligned. 2.
Blocked motor housing vents. 3.
Motor being strained by long or 4.
small diameter extension cord.
Check that cord is plugged in.1.
Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, 2.
turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker
is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity for
tool and circuit has no other loads.
Turn off tool and allow to cool. Press reset button 3.
on tool.
Have technician service tool.4.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
cord is needed, use shorter/heavier gauge cord.
See Extension Cords in GROUNDING section.
Have technician service tool.
Allow machine to work at its own rate.1.
Check and correct accessory to fence and/or 2.
table alignment.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and NIOSH-3.
approved dust mask/respirator while blowing dust
out of motor using compressed air.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension 4.
cord is needed, use one with the proper diameter
for its length and load. See Extension Cords in
GROUNDING section.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE
OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR
EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY
CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK
AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT
PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every
effort to assure that its products meet
high quality and durability standards, and
warrants to the original purchaser that this
product is free from defects in materials and
workmanship for the period of 90 days from
the date of purchase. This warranty does not
apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents,
repairs or alterations outside our facilities,
criminal activity, improper installation, normal
wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We
shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation of exclusion may
not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS
EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty,
the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof
of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection veries the defect, we
will either repair or replace the product at
our election or we may elect to refund the
purchase price if we cannot readily and
quickly provide you with a replacement. We
will return repaired products at our expense,
but if we determine there is no defect, or that
the defect resulted from causes not within the
scope of our warranty, then you must bear the
cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal
rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.