Craftsman 137.212372, 137.322850 Operator's Manual

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Operator’s Manual

10 IN. SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW WITH LASER TRAC

Model No. 137.212372

CAUTION:

Before using this Miter Saw, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions

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Safety Instructions

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Assembly

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Operation

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Maintenance

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Parts List

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

Some dust created by power 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, 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. Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding,

sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

SECTION PAGE

Warranty ................................................................................................................ 2

Product Specications ........................................................................................... 3

Symbols.................................................................................................................. 4

Power Tool Safety .................................................................................................. 5

Compound Miter Saw Safety ................................................................................. 8

Electrical Requirements and Safety ....................................................................... 10

Accessories and Attachments ................................................................................ 12

Tools Needed for Assembly ................................................................................... 13

Carton Contents .................................................................................................... 14

Know Your Sliding Compound Miter Saw .............................................................. 15

Glossary of Terms .................................................................................................. 16

Assembly ............................................................................................................... 18

Adjustments ........................................................................................................... 24

Operation ............................................................................................................... 31

Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 44

Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................................... 46

Parts List ............................................................................................................... 48

Repair Protection Agreements .............................................................................. 53

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING

WARRANTY

CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. WITH PROOF OF SALE a defective product will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller. For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page: www.craftsman.com/warranty

This warranty does not cover the blade, which is an expendable part that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period. This ONE YEAR warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person. For 90 DAY commercial and rental terms, see the Craftsman warranty web page. This warranty gives

you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MOTOR:

Power Source ........................................ 120V AC, 60 Hz, 15 Amp

Speed .................................................... 4800 RPM (No load)

Electric Brake ........................................ Yes

Double Insulated ................................... Yes

BLADE:

Diameter ................................................ 10 in.

Arbor Hole ............................................. 5/8 in.

MITER SAW:

Miter Detent Stops ................................. 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45° Right & Left

Bevel Positive Stops .............................. 0°, 33.9°, 45° Left

CUTTING CAPACITY:

Crosscut ............................................... 3-9/16 in. x 12 in.

Miter 45° Right & Left ............................ 3-9/16 in. x 8 in.

Bevel 45° Left ........................................ 1-5/8 in. x 12 in.

45° Miter and 45° Bevel Left ................. 1-5/8 in. x 8 in.

Crown Molding Nested .......................... 4-1/8 in.

Base Molding Against Fence ................. 3-1/2 in.

To avoid electrical hazards, ﬁre hazards or damage to the tool, use proper

circuit protection. This tool is wired at the factory for 110-120 Volt operation. It must be connected to a 110-120 Volt / 15 Ampere time delay fuse or circuit

breaker. To avoid shock or ﬁre, replace power cord immediately if it is worn,

cut or damaged in any way. Before using your tool, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury to you or damage to the tool.

WARNING

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WARNING ICONS Your power tool and its Operator’s Manual may contain “WARNING ICONS” (a picture symbol intended to alert you to, and/or instruct you how to avoid, a potentially hazardous condition). Understanding and heeding these symbols will help you operate your tool better and safer. Shown below are some of the symbols you may see.

DANGER

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WARNING

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CAUTION

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CAUTION

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: used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

SYMBOLS

SAFETY ALERT: Precautions that involve your safety.

PROHIBITION

WEAR EYE PROTECTION: Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields.

READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL: To reduce the risk of injury, user and all bystanders must read and understand instruction manual before using this product.

SUPPORT AND CLAMP WORK

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE: Failure to keep your hands

away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.

WEAR RESPIRATORY AND HEARING PROTECTION: Always wear respiratory and hearing protection.

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POWER TOOL SAFETY

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS POWER TOOL

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use your power tool.

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug the tool in until you have read and understood the following.

1. READ and become familiar

with the entire Operator’s Manual. LEARN the tool’s

application, limitations and possible hazards.

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in

working order.

3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

5. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use power tools in damp locations, or expose them to rain or snow. Keep work area well lit.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors and bystanders should be kept a safe distance from work area.

7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.

8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use the one heavy enough to carry the current that the product will draw. An undersized cord will result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power which will cause the tool overheat. The table on page 11 shows the proper wire gauge size usage to each extension cord length and ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear 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.

WARNING

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12. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool can throw foreign

objects into the eyes and could cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety standard Z87.1. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact– resistant lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses. Safety Goggles are available at Sears.

NOTE: Glasses

or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously injure you when they break.

13. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing operation produces dust.

14. SECURE WORK. Use

clamps or a vice to hold work when practical. It is

safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM

POWER SOURCE before servicing,

and when changing accessories

such as blades, bits and cutters.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF

UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.

Make sure switch is in the OFF

position before plugging the tool in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult this Operator’s Manual for recommended accessories.

The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to yourself

or others.

18. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

19. CHECK FOR 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 should be properly repaired or replaced.

20. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL

RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER “OFF”. Do not walk

away from a running tool until the blade comes to a complete stop and the tool is unplugged from the power source.

21. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. NEVER reach across the path of the cutting blade while tool is in operation.

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22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.

Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

23. DO NOT use power tool in

presence of ammable liquids

or gases.

24. DO NOT operate the tool if you are

under the inuence of any drugs,

alcohol or medicationn that could affect your ability to use the tool properly.

25. WARNING: Dust generated from

certain materials can be hazardous to your health. Always operate saw in well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal.

26. People with electronic

devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.

27. WEAR HEARING

PROTECTION to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss.

DANGER

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SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW SAFETY

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS COMPOUND MITER SAW

1. DO NOT operate the miter saw

until it is completely assembled and installed according to these instructions.

2. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly

familiar with the operation of miter saws, seek guidance from your supervisor, instructor or other

qualied person.

3. ALWAYS hold the work rmly

against the fence and table. DO NOT perform any operation free hand (use clamp wherever possible).

4. KEEP HANDS out of the path of

the saw blade. If the workpiece you are cutting would cause your hands to be within 7-1/2 in. of the saw blade, the workpiece should be clamped in place before making the cut.

5. BE SURE the blade is sharp, runs

freely and is free of vibration.

6. ALLOW the motor to come up to

full speed before starting a cut.

7. KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS

CLEAN and free of chips or dust.

8. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles

are tight before cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the positive stops.

9. BE SURE both the blade and the

collar are clean and the arbor bolt is tightened securely.

10. USE only blade collars specied for

your saw.

11. NEVER use blades larger in

diameter than 10 inches.

12. NEVER apply lubricants to the

blade when it is running.

13. ALWAYS check the blade

for cracks or damage before operation. Replace a cracked or damaged blade immediately.

14. NEVER use blades recommended

for operation at less than

4800 RPM.

15. ALWAYS keep the blade guards in

place and use at all times.

16. NEVER reach around the saw

blade.

17. MAKE SURE the blade is not

contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned ON.

18. IMPORTANT: After completing the

cut, release the trigger and wait for the blade to stop before returning the saw to the raised position.

19. MAKE SURE the blade has come

to a complete stop before removing or securing the workpiece, changing the workpiece angle or changing the angle of the blade.

20. NEVER cut metals or masonry

products with this tool. This miter saw is designed for use on wood and wood-like products.

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21. NEVER cut small pieces. If the

workpiece being cut would cause

your hand or ngers to be within

7-1/2 in. of the saw blade the workpiece is too small.

22. PROVIDE adequate support to the

sides of the saw table for long work pieces.

23. NEVER use the miter saw in an

area with ammable liquids or

gases.

24. NEVER use solvents to clean

plastic parts. Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.

25. SHUT OFF the power before

servicing or adjusting the tool.

26. DISCONNECT the saw from

the power source and clean the

machine when nished using.

27. MAKE SURE the work area is

clean before leaving the machine.

28. SHOULD any part of your miter

saw be missing, damaged, or fail in any way, or any electrical component fail to perform properly, lock the switch and remove the plug from the power supply outlet. Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before resuming operation.

29. Because of the downward cutting

motion, your safety requires that you stay very alert to keeping

hands and ngers away from the

path that the blade travels.

30. BE SURE all guards are in place

and working. If a guard seems slow to return to its normal position or “hangs-up”, adjust or repair it

immediately. Be alert at all times

- especially during repetitive, monotonous operations. Don’t be lulled into carelessness due to a false sense of security. Blades are extremely unforgiving. Clean the lower guard frequently to help visibility and movement. Unplug before adjustment or cleaning.

31. Abrasive cut-off wheels should not be used on miter saws. Miter saw guards are not appropriate for abrasive cut-off wheels.

32. TO AVOID loss of control or placing hands in the path of the blade, hold or clamp all material securely against the fence when cutting. Do not perform operations freehand.

33. SUPPORT long material at the same height as the saw table.

34. AFTER completing a cut, release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete stop, then raise the saw blade from the workpiece.

35. LOCK the miter saw head in the down position during transport or when not in use.

36. DRY RUN - It is important to know where the blade will intersect with the workpiece during cutting operations. Always perform a simulated cutting sequence with the power tool switched OFF to gain an understanding of the projected path of the saw blade. At some extreme angles, the right or left side fence might have to be removed to ensure proper clearance prior to making a cut.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this saw has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug

will t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully in the

outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does

not t, contact a qualied electrician to

install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool. To avoid electrocution:

1. Use only identical replacement

parts when servicing a tool with double insulation. Servicing should be performed by a

qualiﬁed technician.

2. Do not use power tools in wet or

damp locations or expose them to rain or snow.

MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION

IMPORTANT:

To avoid motor damage, the motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to keep sawdust from interfering with the motor ventilation.

1. CONNECT this saw to a 120 V, 15 A

circuit with a 15 A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. Using the wrong size fuse can damage the motor.

2. If the motor won’t start, release the

trigger switch immediately. UNPLUG THE SAW. Check the saw blade to make sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, try to start the saw again. If the motor still does not start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.

POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreversible type. See “MOTOR” in the “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section on page 3.

To avoid electrical hazards, ﬁre

hazards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired at the factory for 120 V operation. Connect to a 120 V, 15 A circuit and use a 15 A time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To

avoid shock or ﬁre, if power cord is

worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS – DOUBLE INSULATED

The power tool is double insulated to provide a double thickness of insulation between you and tool’s electrical system. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation.

Replacement parts – When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

Polarized plugs – This saw has a plug that looks like the one shown below:

WARNING

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Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition.

Always replace a damaged extension

cord or have it repaired by a qualied

person before using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit must not be

less than a #14 wire with a 15 A time lag fuse. NOTE: When using an extension cord on a circuit with a #14 wire, the extension cord must not exceed 25 feet in length. Before connecting the tool to the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate, running at a lower voltage will damage the motor.

In all cases make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure, have

a certiﬁed electrician check the

receptacle.

3. If the tool suddenly stalls while cutting wood, release the trigger switch, unplug the tool, and free the blade from the wood. The saw may

now be started and the cut nished.

4. FUSES may “blow” or circuit breakers may trip frequently if:

a. MOTOR is overloaded – overloading can occur if you feed too rapidly or make too many start/stops in a short time. b. LINE VOLTAGE is more than 10% above or below the nameplate voltage rating. For heavy loads, the voltage at motor terminals must equal the

voltage specied on the nameplate.

c. IMPROPER or dull saw blades are used.

5. Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or incorrect connections, overload, low voltage or inadequate power supply wiring. Always check the connections, the load and supply circuit if the motor doesn’t run well. Check minimum gauge for the length of cord you are using on

the chart below.

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

Use a proper extension cord. 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 cause overheating. The table below 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.

CAUTION

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)

(When using 120 volts only)

Ampere Rating Total length of Cord

More Than Not More Than 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft.

0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18 16 14 12

10 12 16 16 14 12

12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

● Use only accessories recommended

for this miter saw. Follow instructions that accompany accessories. Use of improper accessories may cause hazards.

● The use of any cutting tool except

10 in. saw blades which meet the requirements under recommended accessories is prohibited. Do not use accessories such as shaper cutters or dado sets. Ferrous metal cutting and the use of abrasive wheels is prohibited.

● Do not attempt to modify this

tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury.

ACCESSORIES

Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears Power and Hand Tool Catalog to purchase recommended accessories for this power tool.

● To avoid the risk of personal injury,

do not modify this power tool or use accessories not recommended by Sears.

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Read warnings and conditions on your CARBIDE TIPPED SAW BLADE. Do not operate the saw without the proper saw blade guard in place. Carbide is a very hard but brittle material. Care should be taken while mounting, using, and storing carbide tipped blades to prevent accidental damage. Slight shocks, such as striking the tip while handling, can seriously damage the blade. Foreign objects in the workpiece, such as wire or nails, can also cause tips to crack or break off. Before using,

always visually examine the blade and tips for bent blade, cracks, breakage, missing or loose tips, or other damage. Do not use if damage is suspected. Failure to heed safety instructions and warnings can result in serious bodily injury.

BLADE INFORMATION

● Always use a crosscut blade that is designed for cutting across the wood grain. NEVER use Rip, Combination, Plywood, Dado or Abrasive type saw blades at any time

● Always use a 10 in. diameter blade with either a 5/8 in. arbor hole, speed rating must be at least 4800 RPM.

● Read and understand all instructions provided with each blade before using on this miter saw.

There are two main materials used for saw blades; high-speed steel (HSS) and carbide tipped (TCT). While the HSS blades are generally less expensive than carbide tipped, TCT blades will stay sharper longer than HSS. As a general rule the more teeth per inch (TPI) the smoother the cut. Please read the information provided on the blade for more details for their use.

General Purpose Wood Cutting: 24 - 40 TPI Fine Woodworking Cutting: 60 - 80 TPI Non-ferrous Metal Cutting:

Use only special blades designed for cutting this type of material.

Plastic Cutting:

Use only special blades designed for cutting plastic.

NOTE: When cutting non-ferrous or plastic, be sure to clean up completely after each use. Take special care with metal shavings after each cut, these can cause damage to the table top. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.

WARNING

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COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE

Should not gap or overlap when square is ipped over (see dotted gure).

Should not gap or overlap when square

ipped over (see dotted gure).

Draw light line on board along this edge.

Straight edge or a 3/4 in. board, this edge must be perfectly straight.

Phillips Screwdriver

Blade Wrench

Adjustable Wrench

4 mm & 6 mm

Hex Wrench

Combination Square

Supplied

Not supplied

Slotted Screwdriver

TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY

Straight Edge

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CARTON CONTENTS

Miter Saw

Blade Wrench

Dust Bag

Hold-Down Clamp

Miter Handle

UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW

To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, do not plug the power cord into a source of power during unpacking and assembly. This cord must remain unplugged whenever you are working on the saw.

1. Remove the miter saw from the carton.

IMPORTANT: Do not lift miter saw

by the trigger switch handle. It may cause misalignment. Lift machine by the built-in carry handle.

2. Place the saw on a secure stationary work surface.

3. Separate all parts from the packing material. Check each one with the illustration to make certain all items are accounted for before discarding any packing material.

If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the miter saw, or plug in the power cord until the missing or damaged part is correctly replaced. Call 1-800-8431682 for missing or damaged part replacement. To avoid electric shock, use only identical replacement parts when servicing double insulated tools. Call 1-888-331-4569 for replacement parts.

WARNING

Operator’s Manual

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Bevel Detent Pin

Table

Base

Miter Handle

Blade

Trigger Switch Handle

Carrying Handle

Upper Blade Guard

ON/OFF

Trigger Switch

Table Insert

Positive Stop Lock Lever

Motor

Positive Miter Detents

Hold-down Latch

Dust bag port

Slide Carriage Lock Knob

Slide Carriage

Left Extension Table

Right Extension Table

Laser ON/OFF Switch

Mounting Hole

Safety Lock Switch

Lower Blade Guard

Hold-down Clamp

KNOW YOUR SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW

Laser Horizontal Adjustment Knob

Laser Trac

Laser Guide

Laser Vertical Adjustment Knob

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AMPERAGE (AMPS) – A measure

of the ow of electric current. Higher

ratings generally means the tool is suited for heavier use.

ARBOR LOCK – Allows the user to keep the blade from rotating while tightening or loosening the arbor bolt during blade replacement or removal.

BASE – Supports the table, holds accessories and allows for workbench or leg set mounting.

BEVEL LOCK HANDLE – Locks the miter saw at a desired bevel angle.

BEVEL SCALE – To measure the bevel angle of the saw blade 0° to 47° left.

CARBIDE TIPPED – Extremely hard steel pieces with sharp cutting edges fastened to cutting tools such as saw blades.

COVER PLATE SCREW – Loosen this screw and rotate the plate for access to the blade arbor bolt.

EXTENSION CORD – An electric cord used between power tools and outlets to extend the range of the tools. The more amerage your tool uses, the longer the distance, the larger the size of the wire needed in your extension cord.

EYE PROTECTION – Googles or spectacles intended to protect your eyes. Eye protection should meet the requirements of ANSI Z.87.1 (USA) or CSA Z94.3-M88 (Canada).

FACE SHIELD – An impact resistant shield that helps to protect your face from chips, sparks, small debris. Should only be used in conjunction with additional eye protection.

FENCE – Helps to keep the workpiece from moving when sawing. Scaled to assist with accurate cutting.

GUARD – Protective devise that forms a barrier between a hazardous object such as a blade, wheel or cutter and the operator.

HOLD-DOWN LATCH – Locks the miter saw in the lowered position for compact storage and transportation.

INSTRUCTION OR OPERATOR’S MANUAL – Booklet accompanying

your power tool that describes the hazards and safe operation procedures, outlines basic tool operation, care and maintenance.

MITER HANDLE – Used to rotate the table, and to rotate the saw to a right or left cutting position.

MITER SCALE – Measures the miter angle of the saw blade. Positive stop index points have been provided at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6° and 45° right and left.

MOUNTING HOLES – To mount the miter saw to a stable surface.

ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH – To start the tool, squeeze the trigger. Release the trigger to turn off the miter saw.

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

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POSITIVE STOP LOCKING LEVER – Locks the miter saw at a preset positive stop for the desired miter angle.

SWITCH HANDLE – The switch handle contains the trigger switch and the laser on/off switch. The blade is lowered into the workpiece by pushing down on the handle. The saw will return to its upright position when the handle is released.

WARNING LABELS – Read and understand for your own safety. Make sure all labels are present on machine and legible.

BLADE WRENCH STORAGE – Convenient storage to prevent misplacing the blade wrench.

WOODWORKING TERMS

ARBOR – The shaft on which a blade

is mounted.

BEVEL CUT – An angle cut made through the face of the workpiece.

COMPOUND CUT – An angled cut to both the edge and face of a board, most common use is with crown molding.

CROSS CUT – A cut which runs across the board perpendicular to the grain.

FREEHAND – Performing a cut without using a fence (guide), hold down or other proper device to prevent the workpiece from twisting during the cutting operation.

HEEL – Misalignment of the blade.

KERF – The width of a saw cut,

determined by the thickness and set of the blade.

KICKBACK – sudden and unintended movement of the tool or workpiece. It is typically caused by binding or pinching of the workpiece.

MITER CUT – A miter is a type of joint where the two parts to be joined are cut

at an angle, and typically the nished

joint forms a 90-degree angle. Also commonly spelled “mitre”.

REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE (RPM) – The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.

SAW BLADE PATH – The area of the workpiece or table top directly in line with the travel of the blade or the part of the workpiece which will be cut.

SET – The distance between two saw blade tips, bent outward in opposite directions to each other. The further apart the tips are, the greater the set.

THIN-KERF BLADE – Thinner than normal blades, remove less material, smaller kerfs (between 0.065 in. and

0.070 in.). Blade thinness also may

increase the heat generated while cutting.

WORKPIECE – The wood being cut. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends and edges.

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To avoid injury, do not connect this miter saw to the power source until it is completely assembled and adjusted and you have read and understood this Operator’s Manual.

CUTTING HEAD (FIG. A)

Raising

1. Push down slightly on the trigger switch handle (1).

2. Pull out the hold-down latch (2).

3. Raise the cutting head to the uppermost position.

NOTE: This cutting head is spring

loaded.

To avoid injury and damage to the saw, transport and store the miter saw with the cutting head locked in the down position. Never use the hold-down latch to hold the cutting head in a down position for cutting operations.

Fig. A

ASSEMBLY

WARNING

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Locking

When transporting or storing the miter saw, the cutting head should always be locked in the down position.

1. Push the cutting head down.

2. Press the hold-down latch (2) in to lock. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, never carry the miter saw by the trigger switch handle or the cutting arm.

INSTALLING THE MITER HANDLE (FIG. B)

1. Thread the miter handle (1) into the hole (2) located at the front of the miter table.

Fig. B

INSTALLING THE DUST BAG (FIG. C)

1. Install the dust bag (1) onto the exhaust port (2) on the miter saw. Fit the connecting tube of dust bag assembly and the exhaust port together.

NOTE:

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The dust bag assembly should be

angled toward the right side of the saw for best results. This will also avoid any interference during the saw operation.

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●

o empty the dust bag, pull out the dust bag assembly from exhaust port. Open zipper on underside of bag and empty into waste container.

IMPORTANT: Check frequently and empty bag before it gets full.

Do not use this saw to cut and/or sand metals. The hot chips or sparks may ignite sawdust from the bag material.

Fig. C

INSTALLING THE HOLD-DOWN CLAMP (FIG. D, D-1)

1. Loosen the knob (1) from the rear side of the saw base.

2. Place the hold-down clamp (2) in one of the mounting holes (3).

3. Tighten the knob (1).

NOTE: There are no knob to

secure clamp when place in two front mounting holes. The clamp will secure itself to the base when turning the clamp knob (4) to clamp the workpiece. Do not use your

other hand to hold the clamp when

tightening. Only turn the clamp

knob (4) to secure clamp to table.

The clamp will tilt at an angle and secure itself when tightened.

Fig. D

Fig. D-1

UNLOCKING THE SLIDE CARRIAGE (FIG. E)

After removing the saw from the carton, loosen the slide carriage lock knob (1), located on the right side of the slide carriage. When transporting or storing the miter saw, the slide carriage should always be locked in position.

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Fig. E

REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE BLADE

● To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the power source outlet.

● Only use a 10 in. diameter blade.

NOTE: The miter saw comes

with the saw blade already installed. Make sure the blade is installed correctly and is tight before operating saw.

●NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this tool. This miter saw is designed for use on wood and wood-like products only.

Removing the Blade (Fig. F, G, H)

1. Unplug the saw from the outlet.

2. Raise the cutting head to the upright position, slide the cutting head assembly completely toward the rear of the unit and tighten the sliding carriage lock knob (1).

(Fig. E)

3. Raise the lower blade guard (1) to the uppermost position. (Fig. F)

4. While holding the lower blade

guard (1), loosen the cover plate

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screw (2) with a Phillips screwdriver.

5. Rotate the cover plate (3) to expose the arbor bolt (4).

6. Place the blade wrench over the arbor bolt (4).

Fig. F

7. Locate the arbor lock button (5) on the motor, below the trigger switch handle. (Fig. G)

8. Press the arbor lock button (5),

holding it in rmly while turning the

blade wrench clockwise. This will engage the arbor lock allowing the arbor bolt to be loosened with the blade wrench. Continue to hold the arbor lock button (5), while turning the wrench clockwise to loosen the arbor bolt (4-Fig. F). (Fig. G)

Fig. G

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9. Remove the arbor bolt (4), the outer blade collar (6), and the blade (7). (Fig. H) Do not remove the inner blade collar.

NOTE: Pay attention to the pieces removed, noting their position and direction they face. Wipe the blade collars clean of any sawdust before installing a new blade.

Fig. H

Installing the Blade (Fig. F, G, H)

Un-plug the miter saw before changing/installing the blade.

1. Install a 10 in. blade with a 5/8 in. arbor making sure the rotation arrow on the blade matches the clockwise rotation arrow on the upper guard, and the blade teeth are pointing downward at the front of the saw.

2. Place the blade onto the arbor. Place the outer blade collar (6) onto the arbor and against the blade. Thread the arbor bolt (4) counterclockwise onto the arbor (Fig, H)

IMPORTANT: The at side of the

blade collar must be placed against the blade. Do not install the collar with the curved side against the blade.

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3. Place the blade wrench on the arbor bolt (4). (Fig. F)

4. Press the arbor lock button (5),

holding it in rmly while turning the

blade wrench counterclockwise. Continue to press the arbor lock button while tightening the arbor bolt securely. (Fig. G)

5. Rotate the cover plate (3) back to its original position until the slot in the cover plate engages with the cover plate screw (2). While holding the lower blade guard, tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. (Fig. F) NOTE: The lower blade guard must be raised to the upright position to access the cover plate screw.

6. Lower the blade guard (1) back to its original position. (Fig. F)

7. Pull the trigger switch handle down

and up several times to conrm the

lower blade guard operates without binding.

8. Be sure the arbor lock button (5) is released so the blade turns freely by spinning the blade until the arbor lock disengages. (Fig. G)

● To avoid injury, never use the saw without the cover plate secure in place. It keeps the arbor bolt from falling out if it accidentally loosens, and helps prevent the spinning blade from coming off the saw.

● Make sure the collars are clean and properly arranged. Lower the blade into the table and check for any contact with the metal base or the saw table.

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SAW BLADE WRENCH (FIG. I)

For convenient storage and prevention of loss, there is a slot (1) in the right side of the carry handle (2) for storing the blade wrench (3) when not in use.

Fig. I

REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE TABLE INSERT (FIG. J)

To avoid injury:

● Always unplug the saw to avoid

accidental starting. Remove all small pieces of material from the table cavity before performing any cuts. The table insert may be removed for this purpose, but always reattach the table insert prior to performing a cutting operation.

● Do not start the sliding compound

miter saw without checking for interference between the blade and table insert. Damage could result to the blade, table insert or turntable if blade strike occurs during the cutting operation.

1. To remove, loosen and remove the six screws (1) on the table insert (2)

with a Phillips screwdriver and

remove the insert.

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2. To install, reposition the table insert (2), install the six screws (1)

and tighten.

3. Check for blade clearance by moving the slide carriage through the full motion of the blade in the table slot.

Fig. J

MOUNTING THE MITER SAW (FIG. K, L)

To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement:

● Before moving the miter saw, disconnect the power cord from the outlet, and lock the cutting arm in the lower position using the hold-down latch. NOTE: The hold-down latch is for carrying or storing the tool. It is not to be used for holding the saw while cutting. Lower the cutting head and press in holddown latch to secure the cutting head.

●

Lock the slide carriage in place

by tightening the slide carriage lock knob.

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● Never carry the miter saw by the power cord or by the trigger switch handle. Carrying the tool by the power cord could cause damage to the insulation or wire connections and result in electric

shock or ﬁre.

● To avoid injury from ying debris,

do not allow visitors to stand behind the saw.

● Place the saw on a ﬁrm, level

workbench where there is room for handling and properly supporting the workpiece.

● Support the saw on a level work surface.

●

Bolt or clamp the saw to its support.

Mounting Instructions:

1. For stationary use, place the saw in the desired location, directly on a workbench where there is room for handling and proper support of the workpiece. The base of the saw has four mounting holes. Bolt the base of the miter saw (1) to the work surface (5), using the fastening method as shown in Fig K.

Fig. K

NOTE: Mounting hardware is not

included with this tool. Bolts, nuts, washers and screws must be purchased separately.

2. For portable use, place the

miter saw on a 3/4 in. thick piece of plywood. Bolt the base of the miter saw securely to the plywood using the mounting holes on the base. Use C-clamps to clamp this mounting board to a stable work surface at the worksite. (Fig. L)

Fig. L

NOTE: If a miter saw stand is used,

please follow all instructions shown in that product’s instructions for proper mounting.

1. Miter saw base

2. Hex head bolt

3. Rubber washer

4. Flat washer

5. Workbench

6. Flat washer

7. Lockwasher

8. Hex nut

9. Jam nut

3/4 in. plywood

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ADJUSTMENTS

BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT

To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the power source.

90° (0°) Bevel Adjustment (Fig. M)

1. Loosen bevel lock knob (1) and

tilt the cutting arm completely to the right. Tighten the bevel lock

knob (1).

2. Place a combination square (2) on the miter table (3) with the ruler against the table and the heel of the square against the saw blade.

3. If the blade is not 90°(0°) square with the miter table (3), loosen the bevel lock knob (1), tilt the cutting head to the left, loosen the

locknut (4) on the bevel angle

adjustment bolt (5) and use a

10 mm wrench to adjust the bevel

angle adjustment bolt (5) depth in or out to increase or decrease the bevel angle.

4. Tilt the cutting arm back to the right at 90°(0°) bevel and recheck for alignment.

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 if further adjustment is needed.

6. Tighten bevel lock knob (1) and locknut (4) when alignment is achieved.

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Fig. M

90° Bevel Pointer Adjustment (Fig. N)

1. When the blade is exactly 90°(0°) to the table, loosen the bevel pointer screw (6) using a # 2 Phillips screwdriver.

2. Adjust bevel pointer (7) to the “0”

mark on the bevel scale and

retighten the screw (6).

Fig. N

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45° Bevel Adjustment (Fig. M, O)

1. Loosen the bevel lock knob (1) and tilt the cutting head completely to the left.

2. Using a combination square, check to see if the blade angle is 45° to the table.

3. If the blade is not at 45° to the miter table, tilt the cutting arm to the right, loosen the locknut (8) on the bevel angle adjustment bolt (9) and use a 10 mm wrench to adjust the bevel angle adjustment bolt (9) depth in or out to increase or decrease the bevel angle.

4. Tilt the cutting arm to the left to 45° bevel and recheck for alignment.

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until the blade is at 45° to the miter table.

6. Tighten bevel lock knob (1) and locknut (8) when alignment is achieved.

Fig. O

33.9° Bevel Adjustment (Fig. P)

1. Push the bevel detent pin (1) in toward the front of the unit.

2. Unlock the bevel lock knob and tilt the cutting arm to the crown molding positive stop at 33.9°.

3. Using a combination square, check to see if the blade angle is 33.9° to the table.

4. If the blade is not at 33.9° to the miter table, loosen locknut (2) and use a 10 mm wrench to adjust the bolt (3) in or out until the blade is at

33.9° to the miter table.

5. Secure the locknut (2) into position after alignment is achieved.

Fig. P

MITER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. Q)

The sliding compound miter saw scale can be easily read, showing miter angles from 0° to 45° to the left, and 0° to 45° to the right. The miter saw table has nine of the most common angle setttings with positive stops at 0°, 15°,

22.5°, 31.6°, and 45°. These positive

stops position the blade at the desired angle quickly and accurately. Follow the process below for quickest and most accurate adjustments.

1. Unlock the miter table by turning the miter handle (1) counterclockwise.

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ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS (FIG. R)

1. Lower the cutting arm and lock in position.

2. Using a square (1), lay the heel of the square against the blade and the ruler against the fence (2) as shown.

3. Loosen the four fence locking

bolts (3) with a 6 mm hex wrench.

4. Adjust the fence 90° to the blade and tighten the four fence locking bolts (3).

CAUTION: If the saw has not

been used recently, recheck blade squareness to the fence and readjust if needed.

5. After fence has been aligned, using a scrap piece of wood, make a cut at 90° then check squareness on the piece. Readjust if necessary.

Fig. R

2. Move the turntable while lifting up on the positive stop lock lever (2)

to align the pointer (3) to the desired

degree measurement.

3. If the desired angle is one of the nine positive stops, release the positive stop lock lever (2), making sure the lever snaps into position, and then secure by tightening the miter handle (1).

4. If the miter angle desired is not one of the nine positive stops, simply lock the miter table into desired angle position by turning the miter handle (1) in the clockwise direction.

Fig. Q

MITER SCALE POINTER ADJUSTMENT (FIG. Q)

1. Move the table to the 0° positive stop.

2. Loosen the screw (4) that holds the pointer with a Phillips screwdriver.

3. Adjust the pointer (3) to the 0° mark and retighten screw.

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SETTING CUTTING DEPTH (FIG. S)

The depth of cut can be preset for even and repetitive shallow cuts.

1. Adjust the cutting head down (See CUTTING HEAD section) until the teeth of the blade are at the desired depth.

2. While holding the upper arm in that position, turn the stop knob (1) until it touches the stop plate (2).

3. Recheck the blade depth by moving the cutting head front to back through the full motion of a typical cut along the control arm.

NOTE: If the stop plate becomes

loose, it can interfere with raising and lowering the cutting head. The stop plate must be tightened in horizontal position as shown in

Fig. S.

Fig. S

ADJUSTING CUTTING DEPTH (FIG. S)

The maximum depth travel of the cutting head was set at the factory. Check to see that the blade does not extend more than 1/4 in. below the table insert, and does not touch the

control arm throat or any part of the base or table. If the maximum depth needs readjusting:

1. Loosen the stop knob (1) while moving the cutting head down until the blade extends just 1/4 in. below the table insert.

2. Adjust the stop knob (1) to touch the stop plate (2).

3. Recheck the blade depth by moving the cutting head front to back through the full motion of a cut along the control arm. If the blade touches the inside of the control arm, readjust the setting.

ADJUSTING EXTENSION HEIGHT TO MAIN TABLE (FIG. T)

1. Tighten the two lock knobs (1) to lock the extension (2).

2. Loosen the two hex screws (3) using a 4 mm hex wrench.

3. Place a straight edge (4) on the extension, across the main table (5).

4. Adjust the extension until it is

ush with the main table, and then

retighten the two hex screws (3).

5. Repeat for other side if needed.

Fig. T

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TURNING LASER TRAC® ON (FIG. U)

1. To turn laser on, press on/off rocker switch (1) to “ON” position.

2. To turn laser off, press on/off rocker switch (1) to “OFF” position.

Fig. U

ALIGNING THE LASER TRAC®

The laser line must always be correctly aligned with the blade to ensure straight, even cutting. Your tool is equipped with the Laser Trac

cutting guide using Class IIIa laser line. The laser line will enable you to preview the saw blade path on the stock to be cut before starting the miter saw. This laser Trac® is powered by the transformed alternating current supply directly through the power lead. The saw must

be connected to the power source and the laser on/off switch must be turned on for the laser line to show.

● To prevent serious injury, insert a

padlock (not provided) or chain with padlock through the hole in the ON/ OFF Trigger Switch prior to making any laser adjustments.

● Do not remove the lock from the ON/OFF trigger switch during any laser adjustments.

AVOID DIRECT EYE CONTACT (FIG. V)

● Laser radiated when Laser Trac

is turned on. Avoid direct eye contact.

● Laser Warning Label:

Max. Output < 5 mW Wavelength:

630-660nm, Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11. Class IIIa Laser Product. (FIG. V)

● Laser Aperture Label: AVOID EXPOSURE: Laser radiation is emitted from this aperture.

(Fig. V)

● NOTE: All the adjustments for the

operation of this machine have been completed at the factory. Due to normal wear and use, some occasional readjustments may be necessary.

● CAUTION: Use of controls or

adjustments or performance of

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procedures other than those

speciﬁed herein may result in

hazardous radiation exposure.

● CAUTION: The use of optical

instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

● WARNING: Do not attempt to

repair or disassemble the laser.

If unqualiﬁed persons attempt

to repair this laser product,

serious injury may result. Any repair required on this laser product should be performed by

a qualiﬁed service dealer.

Fig. V

LASER TRAC® ADJUSTMENT (FIG. W, X, Y, Z) NOTE: All the adjustments for the

operation of this machine have been completed at the factory. Due to normal wear and use, some occasional readjustments may be necessary.

To prevent serious injury, insert a padlock (not provided) or chain with padlock through the hole in the ON/ OFF Trigger Switch prior to making any

Laser

Aperture

Label

Laser

Warning

Label

laser adjustments. Do not remove the lock from the ON/OFF Trigger Switch during any laser adjustment.

A. Checking Laser Line Alignment (Fig. W)

1. Set the saw to a 0° miter and 0° bevel setting.

2. Use a combination square to mark a 90° angled running across the top and down the front of a board. This line will serve as the pattern line

(Fig. W) to adjust the laser. Place

the board on the saw table.

3. Carefully lower the saw head down to align the saw blade with the pattern line. Position the saw blade to the left, center or right side of the “pattern line” depending on your preference for the laser line location. Lock board in place with hold-down clamp.

4. With the saw plugged in, turn on the Laser Trac®. Your saw has been preset with the laser line to the left side of the blade. WARNING: When making laser

line adjustments, keep ﬁngers

away from the ON/OFF Trigger Switch to prevent accidental starting and possible serious injury.

5. Slide the cutting head forward enough so that the laser line is visible on the front of the board.

6. Looking at the front of the board, if the laser line is not parallel to the “pattern line” please follow the instructions listed below under Front Line paragraph.

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7. Looking at the top of the board, if the laser line is not parallel to the “pattern line” please follow the instructions listed below under Top Line paragraph.

B. Adjusting the Position of the Laser Line (Fig. X, Y, Z)

Front Line (Fig. X, Y) If the laser line is angled from left to right, turn the laser vertical adjustment knob (1) counterclockwise to align the line parallel with pattern line. If the laser line is angled from right to left, turn the knob clockwise to align the line parallel with pattern line.

Top Line (Fig. X, Z) If the laser line is angled from left to right, turn the laser horizontal adjustment knob (2) clockwise to align the line parallel with pattern line. If the laser line is angled from right to left, turn the knob counterclockwise to align the line parallel with pattern line.

After performing the above adjustments, visually check that both the front and top laser lines are parallel with pattern line.

NOTE:

● Laser line is calibrated and set up to

project to the left of the blade.

● If you have any problems or

questions concerning the Laser Trac®, call the following number for assistance: 1-800-843-1682.

Fig. W

Fig. Y

Fig. Z

Fig. W

TOP VIEW

Laser line

Cutting line

Blade

Laser line

Workpiece

Cutting line

Laser line

Pattern line

Clockwise

Counterclockwise

Laser line

Pattern line

ClockwiseCounterclockwise

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OPERATION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW OPERATION

BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious, permanent injury, do not plug the tool in until the following steps are completed:

● Completely assemble and adjust the saw, following the instructions.

(ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS)

● Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF trigger switch, on/off switch for laser, upper and lower blade guards, head hold-down latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate screw.

● Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this Operator’s Manual. (SAFETY & OPERATION)

● Review the MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for

your miter saw.

● To avoid injury or possible death from electrical shock:

Make sure your ngers do not

touch the plug’s metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your miter saw. (ELECTRICAL

EQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY)

BEFORE EACH USE INSPECT YOUR SAW.

● Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug the saw before any

adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.

● Compare the direction of rotation

arrow on the guard to the direction

arrow on the blade. The blade teeth should always point downward at the front of the saw.

● Tighten the arbor bolt.

● Tighten the cover plate screw.

● Check for damaged parts.

Check for:

● Alignment of moving parts

● Damaged electric cords

● Binding of moving parts

● Mounting holes

● Function of arm return spring

and lower guard: Push the cutting arm all the way down, then let it rise until it stops. The lower guard should fully close. Follow instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment if necessary.

● Other conditions that may affect

the way the miter saw works.

● Keep all guards in place, in working

order and proper adjustment. If any part of this miter saw is missing, bent, damaged or broken in any way, or any electrical parts don’t work, turn the saw off and unplug it.

● Replace bent, damaged, missing or

defective parts before using the saw again.

● Maintain tools with care. Keep the

miter saw clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating. Do not put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.

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● Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before turning it on.

● To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown pieces, use only recommended accessories.

● Check the dust bag before you work. Empty the bag if it is more than half-full.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

● Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS section of this Operator’s Manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instructions that come with the accessory. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

● Choose the correct 10 in. diameter blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do.

● Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push the cutting arm all the way down. Manually spin the blade and check for clearance. Tilt the power-head to a 45° bevel and repeat the test.

● Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.

● Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is no excessive play in any parts.

KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

To avoid burns or other ﬁre damage,

never use the miter saw near

ammable liquids, vapors, or gases.

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● Plan ahead to protect your eyes,

hands, face and ears.

● Know your miter saw. Read and

understand this Operator’s Manual

and labels afxed to this tool. Learn

its application and limitations as well

as the specic potential hazards

peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts, do not do layout, assembly, or setup work on the miter saw while any parts are moving.

● Avoid accidental starting, make sure

the trigger switch is disengaged before plugging the miter saw into a power outlet.

PLAN YOUR WORK

● Use the right tool. Don’t force a tool

or attachment to do a job it was not designed to do. Use a different tool for any workpiece that can’t be held

in a solidly braced, xed position.

This machine is not designed for cutting masonry, masonry products, ferrous metals (steel, iron, and ironbased metals.) Use this miter saw to cut only wood, wood-like products, or non-ferrous metals. Other material may shatter, bind the blade, or create other dangers. Remove all nails that may be in the workpiece to prevent

sparking that could cause a ﬁre.

Remove dust bag when cutting nonferrous metals.

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DRESS FOR SAFETY

Any power tool can throw foreign objects into the eyes.

This can result in permanent eye damage. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses and are not safety glasses. Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously injure you when they break.

● Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,

neckties or jewelry (rings, watches). They can get caught and draw you into moving parts.

● Wear non-slip footwear.

● Tie back long hair.

● Roll long sleeves above the elbow.

● Noise levels vary widely. To avoid

possible hearing damage, wear ear plugs when using any miter saw.

● For dusty operations, wear a dust

mask along with safety goggles.

INSPECT YOUR WORKPIECE

● Make sure there are no nails or

foreign objects in the part of the workpiece being cut.

● Plan your work to avoid small pieces

that may bind or are too small to clamp and hold securely.

● Plan the way you will grasp the

workpiece from start to nish. Avoid

awkward operations and hand positions. A sudden slip could cause

your ngers or hand to move into

the blade.

DO NOT OVER-REACH

Keep good footing and balance. Keep your face and body to one side, out of the line of a possible kickback. NEVER stand in the line of the blade.

Never cut freehand:

● Brace your workpiece rmly against

the fence and table stop so it will not rock or twist during the cut.

● Make sure there is no debris

between the workpiece and the table or fence.

● Make sure there are no gaps

between the workpiece, fence and table that will let the workpiece shift after it is cut.

● Keep the cut off piece free to

move sideways after it is cut off. Otherwise, it could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently.

● Only the workpiece should be on

the saw table.

● Secure work. Use clamps or a vice

to help hold the work when it’s practical.

USE EXTRA CAUTION WITH LARGE OR ODD SHAPED WORKPIECES.

● Use extra supports (tables,

sawhorses, blocks, etc.) for workpieces large enough to tip.

● Never use another person as a

substitute for a table extension, or as an additional support for a workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic miter saw table, or to help feed, support, or pull the workpiece.

● Do not use this saw to cut small

pieces. If the workpiece being cut

would cause your hand or ngers to

be within 7-1/2 in. of the saw blade the workpiece is too small. Keep

hands and ngers out of the “no

hands zone” area marked on the saw table.

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MAKING A BASIC CUT

Body and Hand Position (Fig. AA)

Never place hands near the cutting area. Proper

positioning of your body and hands when operating the miter saw will make cutting easier and safer. Keep children away. Keep all visitors at a safe distance from the miter saw. Make sure bystanders are clear of the saw and workpiece. Don’t force the saw. It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate.

Starting a cut:

● Place hands at least 7-1/2 in. away

on both sides of the blade path -

“no-hands zone”. (Fig. AA)

● Hold workpiece rmly against the

fence to prevent movement toward the blade.

● Turn the Laser Trac

on for

prealignment of your cut.

● With the power switch OFF,

bring the saw blade down to the workpiece to see the cutting path of the blade.

● Squeeze trigger switch to start saw.

● Lower blade into workpiece with a

rm downward motion.

● On wider boards slide the cutting

arm back toward fence to make

the cut.

Finishing a cut:

● Hold the cutting arm in the down

position.

● Release trigger switch and wait

for all moving parts to stop before moving your hands and raising the cutting arm.

● When cutting odd shaped

workpieces, plan your work so it will not bind in the blade and cause possible injury. Molding, for

example, must lie at or be held by a xture or jig that will not let it move

when cut.

● Properly support round material

such as dowel rods, or tubing, which have a tendency to roll when cut, causing the blade to “bite”.

To avoid injury, follow all applicable safety instructions, when cutting non-ferrous metals:

● Use only saw blades specically

recommended for non-ferrous metal cutting.

● Do not cut metal workpieces

that must be hand held. Clamp workpieces securely.

● Cut non-ferrous metals only if you

are under the supervision of an experienced person and the dust bag has been removed from the saw.

WHEN SAW IS RUNNING

Do not allow familiarity from frequent use of your miter saw to result in a careless mistake. A careless fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe injury.

Before cutting, if the saw makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates, stop immediately. Turn the saw OFF. Unplug the saw. Do not restart until

ﬁnding and correcting the problem.

WARNING

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TURNING THE SAW ON (FIG. BB)

Squeeze the trigger switch (1) to turn the miter saw ON. Release the trigger switch to turn the saw OFF.

NOTE: The miter saw is equipped with an electric blade brake. When the trigger switch is released, the electric blade brake will stop the blade within approximately 6 seconds.

NOTE: Make the ON/OFF switch childproof. Insert a padlock, or chain with padlock, through the holes (2) in the trigger switch, locking the tool’s switch, preventing children and other

unqualied users from turning the

machine on.

To avoid injury, after completing a cut and releasing the trigger switch, allow the blade brake to activate and stop the blade before raising the cutting head.

Fig. BB

● If the blade does not stop within 6 seconds, unplug the saw and follow the instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE section.

Before freeing jammed material:

● Release trigger switch.

● Wait for all moving parts to stop.

● Unplug the miter saw.

Fig. AA

BASIC SAW OPERATIONS

For your convenience, your saw has a blade brake. The brake is not a safety device. Never rely on it to replace the proper use of the guard on your saw. If the blade doesn’t stop within approximately 6 seconds, wait for the blade to stop, unplug the saw and contact customer service.

WARNING

7-1/2 in.

No-Hands Zone

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SLIDING CARRIAGE SYSTEM (FIG. CC)

To reduce the risk of injury, return carriage to the full rear position after each crosscut operation.

1. For chop cutting operations on small workpieces, slide the cutting head assembly completely toward the rear of the unit and tighten the slide carriage lock knob (1).

2. To cut wide boards up to 12 in., the slide carriage lock knob (1) must be loosened to allow the cutting head to slide freely.

Fig. CC

BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW

● Never leave tool running

unattended. Turn power OFF. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

● Make workshop childproof. Lock the

shop. Disconnect master switches. Store tool away from children and

other unqualied users.

To avoid injury from materials being thrown, always unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting, and

WARNING

remove small pieces of material from the table cavity.

MITER CUT (FIG. DD)

1. When a miter cut is required, unlock the miter table by turning the miter handle (1) counterclockwise.

2. While holding the miter handle, lift up on the positive stop locking

lever (2).

3. Rotate the miter table to the right or left with the miter handle.

4. When the table is in the desired position, as shown on the miter scale (3), release the positive stop locking lever and tighten the miter handle. The table is now locked at the desired angle.

Positive stops are

provided at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°

and 45°. IMPORTANT: Always tighten the

miter table lock handle before performing every cutting operation.

5. Turn the Laser Trac

on and position the workpiece on the table for prealignment of your cut.

Fig. DD

1 2

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BEVEL CUT (FIG. EE)

1. When a bevel cut is required, loosen the bevel lock handle (1) by turning it clockwise.

2. Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle, as shown on the bevel

scale (2).

3. The blade can be positioned at any angle, from a 90° straight cut (0° on the scale) to a 45° left bevel. Tighten the bevel lock handle (1) to lock the cutting head in position. Positive stops are provided at 0°,

33.9° and 45°.

4. Turn the Laser Trac

on and position the workpiece on the table for prealignment of your cut.

Fig. EE

NOTE: The saw comes with a 33.9°

crown molding stop.

33.9° BEVEL STOP FOR CROWN MOLDING (FIG. EE)

1. Push the bevel detent stop pin (1) in toward the front of the machine.

2. Loosen the bevel lock handle (2).

3. Rotate the cutting head until the bevel detent pin stops the bevel

angle at 33.9° on the bevel scale.

4. Tighten the bevel lock handle before making a cut.

5. Turn the Laser Trac

on and position the workpiece on the table for prealignment of your cut.

Fig. EE

COMPOUND CUT (FIG. FF)

A compound cut is the combination of a miter and a bevel cut simultaneously.

1. Loosen the bevel lock handle (1) and position the cutting head at the desired bevel position. Lock the bevel lock handle (1).

2. Loosen the miter handle (2). Press down the positive stop locking

lever (3) and position the table at

the desired angle. Release the positive stop locking lever (3) and lock the miter handle (2).

3. Turn the Laser Trac® on and position the workpiece on the table for prealignment of your cut.

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4. Turn the Laser Trac® on and position the workpiece on the table for prealignment of your cut.

5. Grasp the switch handle (2) and pull the carriage forward until the center of the saw blade is over the front of the workpiece (3).

6. Engage the trigger to turn the

saw on.

7. When the saw reaches full speed, push the switch handle down slowly, cutting through the leading edge of the workpiece.

8. Slowly move the saw handle back toward the fence, completing

the cut.

9. Release the trigger and allow the blade to stop spinning before allowing the cutting head to raise.

Fig. GG

CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL (FIG. HH)

To avoid injury from materials being thrown, always unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting and remove small pieces of material from the table cavity.

Fig. FF

SLIDE CUTTING WIDE BOARDS UP TO 12 IN. WIDE

To avoid injury:

● Never pull the cutting head assembly and spinning blade toward you during the cut. The blade may try to climb up on the top of the workpiece, causing the cutting assembly and spinning blade to kick back, forcefully. The cutting head assembly should be drawn back completely then pushed forward when sawing.

● Let the blade reach full speed before cutting. This will help reduce the risk of a thrown workpiece.

To Slide Cut Wide Boards (Fig. GG)

1. Unlock the slide carriage lock

knob (1) and allow the cutting head

assembly to move freely.

2. Set both the desired bevel angle and/or the miter angle and lock into position.

3. Use a hold-down clamp to secure the workpiece.

WARNING

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2. Lower the cutting head so the tip of the blade touches the top surface of the workpiece at the marked line.

3. While holding the upper arm in position, turn the stop knob (1) until it touches the stop plate (2).

4. Cut two parallel grooves as shown below.

Fig. II

WORKPIECE SUPPORT AND REPETITIVE CUTTING USING THE STOP PLATE (FIG. JJ)

Long pieces need extension table support.

1. Loosen two knobs (1) then slide the extension table to desired position and tighten two knobs (1).

2. The stop plate is designed for use during repetitive cutting. Only use one stop plate at a time. Loosen the locking bolt (2), rotate the stop

plate (3) to vertical position and

retighten the locking bolt (2).

WARNING

The table insert may be removed for this purpose, but always reattach table insert prior to performing a cutting operation.

A bowed workpiece must be positioned against the fence and secured with a hold-down clamp before cutting as shown. Do not position workpiece incorrectly or try to cut the workpiece without the support of the fence. This will cause the blade to bind and could result in personal injury.

Fig. HH

CUTTING GROOVES (FIG. II)

DO NOT USE A DADO BLADE, use only the standard 10 in. diameter saw blade for this operation.

1. Mark lines identifying the width and depth of the desired cut on the

workpiece and position on the table

so the inside tip of the blade is positioned on the line. Use a clamp to secure the workpiece.

Cut these grooves

with saw

Use a chisel to cut

out the middle

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Fig. KK

CUTTING BASE MOLDING (FIG. LL)

Base moldings and many other moldings can be cut on a compound miter saw. The setup of the saw depends on molding characteristics and applications, as shown. Perform practice cuts on scrap material. To achieve best results:

1. Always make sure moldings rest

rmly against fence and table. Use

hold-down or C-clamps, whenever possible, and place tape on the area being clamped to avoid marks.

2. Reduce splintering by taping the cut area prior to making cut. Mark cut line directly on the tape.

3. Splintering typically happens due to wrong blade application and thinness of the material.

Fig. JJ

AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE (FIG. KK)

When making multiple or repetitive cuts that result in cut-off pieces of one inch or less, it is possible for the saw blade to catch the cut-off piece and throw it out of the saw or into the blade guard and housing, possibly causing damage or injury. To minimize this, an auxiliary wood fence can be mounted to your saw. Holes are provided in the saw fence to attach an auxiliary wood fence. This fence is to be constructed of straight wood approximately 3/4 in. thick by 2-1/2 in. high by 18 in. long. Attach the wood fence securely and make a full depth cut to make a blade slot. Check for interference between the wood fence and the lower blade guard. Adjust if necessary. NOTE: This auxiliary fence is used only with the saw blade in the 0° bevel position (90° to the table). The auxiliary wood fence must be removed when bevel cutting.

Blade Slot

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Fig. MM

Fig. NN

Settings for standard crown molding

lying at on compound miter saw

table

Miter at 45°, bevel at 0° Miter at 0°, bevel at 45°

F e n c e

Miter saw table

F e n c e

Miter saw table

Workpiece

Fig. LL

NOTE: Always perform a dry run cut

so you can determine if the operation being attempted is possible before power is applied to the saw.

CUTTING CROWN MOLDING (FIG. MM, NN)

Your compound miter saw is suited

for the difcult task of cutting crown molding. To t properly, crown molding

must be compound-mitered with extreme accuracy. The two surfaces

on a piece of crown molding that t at against the ceiling and wall are at

angles that, when added together, equal exactly 90°.

Most crown molding has a top rear

angle (the section that ts at against

the ceiling) of 52° and a bottom rear

angle (the section that ts at against

the wall) of 38°.

In order to accurately cut crown molding for a 90° inside or outside corner, lay the molding with its broad

back surface at on the saw table.

When setting the bevel and miter angles for compound miters, remember that the settings are interdependent – changing one changes the other, as well.

F e n c e

Miter saw table

Workpiece

Compound Cut Crown Moldings

Inside Corner

Outside Corner

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KEY

BEVEL

SETTING

MITER

SETTING

TYPE OF CUT

Inside corner-Left side

IL 33.9° 31.6° Right 1. Position top of molding against fence.

2. Miter table set at RIGHT 31.6°.

3. LEFT side is nished piece.

Inside corner-Right side

IR 33.9° 31.6° Left 1. Position bottom of molding against fence.

2. Miter table set at LEFT 31.6°.

3. LEFT side is nished piece.

Outside corner-Left side

OL 33.9° 31.6° Left 1. Position bottom of molding against fence.

2. Miter table set at LEFT 31.6°.

3. RIGHT side is nished piece.

Outside corner-Right side

OR 33.9° 31.6° Right 1. Position top of molding against fence.

2. Miter table set at RIGHT 31.6°.

3. RIGHT side is nished piece.

Bevel/Miter Settings NOTE: The chart on next page references a compound cut for crown molding

ONLY WHEN THE ANGLE BETWEEN THE WALLS EQUALS 90°.

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CROWN MOLDING CHART

Compound Miter Saw Miter and Bevel Angle Settings Wall to Crown Molding Angle

52/38° Crown Molding 45/45° Crown Molding

Angle

Between

Walls

Miter

Setting

Bevel

Setting

Miter

Setting

Bevel

Setting

67 42.93 41.08 46.89 36.13 68 42.39 40.79 46.35 35.89 69 41.85 40.50 45.81 35.64 70 41.32 40.20 45.28 35.40 71 40.79 39.90 44.75 35.15 72 40.28 39.61 44.22 34.89 73 39.76 39.30 43.70 34.64 74 39.25 39.00 43.18 35.38 75 38.74 38.69 42.66 34.12 76 38.24 38.39 42.15 33.86 77 37.74 38.08 41.64 33.60 78 37.24 37.76 41.13 33.33 79 36.75 37.45 40.62 33.07 80 36.27 37.13 40.12 32.80 81 35.79 36.81 39.62 32.53 82 35.31 36.49 39.13 32.25 83 34.83 36.17 38.63 31.98 84 34.36 35.85 38.14 31.70 85 33.90 35.52 37.66 31.42 86 33.43 35.19 37.17 31.34 87 32.97 34.86 36.69 30.86 88 32.52 34.53 36.21 30.57 89 32.07 34.20 35.74 30.29 90 31.62 33.86 35.26 30.00 91 31.17 33.53 34.79 29.71 92 30.73 33.19 34.33 29.42 93 30.30 32.86 33.86 29.13 94 29.86 32.51 33.40 28.83 95 29.43 32.17 32.94 28.54 96 29.00 31.82 32.48 28.24 97 28.58 31.48 32.02 27.94 98 28.16 31.13 31.58 27.64

99 27.74 30.78 31.13 27.34 100 27.32 30.43 30.68 27.03 101 26.91 30.08 30.24 26.73 102 26.50 29.73 29.80 26.42 103 26.09 29.38 29.36 26.12 104 25.69 29.02 28.92 25.81 105 25.29 28.67 28.48 25.50 106 24.89 28.31 28.05 25.19 107 24.49 27.96 27.62 24.87 108 24.10 27.59 27.19 24.56 109 23.71 27.23 26.77 24.24 110 23.32 26.87 26.34 23.93 111 22.93 26.51 25.92 23.61 112 22.55 26.15 25.50 23.29 113 22.17 25.78 25.08 22.97 114 21.79 25.42 24.66 22.66 115 21.42 25.05 24.25 22.33 116 21.04 24.68 23.84 22.01 117 20.67 24.31 23.43 21.68 118 20.30 23.94 23.02 21.36 119 19.93 23.57 22.61 21.03 120 19.57 23.20 22.21 20.70 121 19.20 22.83 21.80 20.38 122 18.84 22.46 21.40 20.05 123 18.48 22.09 21.00 19.72

52/38° Crown Molding 45/45° Crown Molding

Angle

Between

Walls

Miter

Setting

Bevel

Setting

Miter

Setting

Bevel

Setting

124 18.13 21.71 20.61 19.39 125 17.77 21.34 20.21 19.06 126 17.42 20.96 19.81 18.72 127 17.06 20.59 19.42 18.39 128 16.71 20.21 19.03 18.06 129 16.37 19.83 18.64 17.72 130 16.02 19.45 18.25 17.39 131 15.67 19.07 17.86 17.05 132 15.33 18.69 17.48 16.71 133 14.99 18.31 17.09 16.38 134 14.66 17.93 16.71 16.04 135 14.30 17.55 16.32 15.70 136 13.97 17.17 15.94 15.36 137 13.63 16.79 15.56 15.02 138 13.30 16.40 15.19 14.62 139 12.96 16.02 14.81 14.34 140 12.63 15.64 14.43 14.00 141 12.30 15.25 14.06 13.65 142 11.97 14.87 13.68 13.31 143 11.64 14.48 13.31 12.97 144 11.31 14.09 12.94 12.62 145 10.99 13.71 12.57 12.29 146 10.66 13.32 12.20 11.93 147 10.34 12.93 11.83 11.59 148 10.01 12.54 11.46 11.24 149 9.69 12.16 11.09 10.89 150 9.37 11.77 10.73 10.55 151 9.05 11.38 10.36 10.20 152 8.73 10.99 10.00 9.85 153 8.41 10.60 9.63 9.50 154 8.09 10.21 9.27 9.15 155 7.77 9.82 8.91 8.80 156 7.46 9.43 8.55 8.45 157 7.14 9.04 8.19 8.10 158 6.82 8.65 7.83 7.75 159 6.51 8.26 7.47 7.40 160 6.20 7.86 7.11 7.05 161 5.88 7.47 6.75 6.70 162 5.57 7.08 6.39 6.35 163 5.26 6.69 6.03 6.00 164 4.95 6.30 5.68 5.65 165 4.63 5.90 5.32 5.30 166 4.32 5.51 4.96 4.94 167 4.01 5.12 4.61 4.59 168 3.70 4.72 4.25 4.24 169 3.39 4.33 3.90 3.89 170 3.08 3.94 3.54 3.53 171 2.77 3.54 3.19 3.10 172 2.47 3.15 2.83 2.83 173 2.15 2.75 2.48 2.47 174 1.85 2.36 2.12 2.12 175 1.54 1.97 1.77 1.77 176 1.23 1.58 1.41 1.41 177 0.92 1.18 1.06 1.06 178 0.62 0.79 0.71 0.71 179 0.31 0.39 0.35 0.35

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MAINTENANCE

Never put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.

● To avoid ﬁre or toxic reaction,

never use gasoline, naphtha acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the miter saw.

● To avoid injury from unexpected

starting or electrical shock, unplug the power cord before working on the saw.

● For your safety, this saw is double

insulated. To avoid electrical

shock, ﬁre or injury, use only parts identical to those identiﬁed

in the parts list. Reassemble exactly as the original assembly to avoid electrical shock.

REPLACING CARBON BRUSHES (FIG. OO)

The carbon brushes furnished will last approximately 50 hours of running time, or 10,000 ON/OFF cycles. Replace both carbon brushes when either has less than 1/4 in. length of carbon remaining, or if the spring or wire is damaged or burned. To inspect

or replace brushes, rst unplug the

saw. Then remove the black plastic cap (1) on the side of the motor (2). Carefully remove the spring-loaded cap. Then pull out the brush (3) and

WARNING

DANGER



replace. Replace for the other side. To reassemble, reverse the procedure. The ears on the metal end of the assembly go in the same hole the

carbon part ts into. Tighten the cap

snugly, but do not overtighten. NOTE: When reinstalling the same brushes, put them back in the way they came out. This will avoid a break-in period that reduces motor performance and increases wear.

Fig. OO

LOWER BLADE GUARD

Do not use the saw without the lower blade guard. The lower blade guard is attached to the saw for your protection. Should the lower guard become damaged, do not use the saw until the damaged guard has been replaced. Check regularly to make sure the lower guard is working properly. Clean the lower guard of any dust or buildup with a damp cloth.

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● When cleaning the lower guard,

unplug the saw from the power source receptacle to avoid unexpected start-up.

● Do not use solvents on the guard.

They could make the plastic “cloudy” and brittle.

SAWDUST

Periodically, sawdust will accumulate under the worktable and base. This

could cause difculty in the movement

of the worktable when setting up a miter cut. Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust.

To empty the dust bag, remove the sawdust bag from the dust collection assembly from exhaust port, Open zipper on underside of bag and empty into waste container.

When removing sawdust, wear proper eye protection to keep debris from blowing into eyes.

LUBRICATION (FIG. PP)

All the motor bearings in this tool are

lubricated with a sufcient amount of

high-grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions; therefore, no further lubrication is required.

WARNING

Lubricate the following as necessary:

Chop pivot: Apply light machine oil to points indicated in illustration.

Central pivot of plastic guard: Use light household oil (sewing machine oil) on metal-to-metal or metal-toplastic guard contact areas as required for smooth, quiet operation. Avoid excessive oil, to which sawdust will cling.

Link: (actuates lower guard movement) If down chop motion is hard to start, oil link at two screws (1).

Fig. PP

Fig. QQ

Central pivot of plastic guard (oil here)

Chop pivot (oil here)

WARNING

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

WARNING

To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn switch OFF and unplug the tool before moving, replacing the blade or making adjustments.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - MOTOR

PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE

SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE

ACTION

Brake does not stop blade within 6 seconds.

1. Motor brushes not sealed or lightly sticking.

2. Motor brake overheated from use of defective or wrong size blade or rapid ON/OFF cycling.

3. Arbor bolt loose.

4. Brushes cracked, damaged, etc.

5. Other.

1. Inspect/clean/ replace brushes. See MAINTENANCE section.

2. Use a recommended blade. Let cool down. See REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE BLADE section.

3. Retighten. See REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE BLADE section.

4. Replace brushes.

5. Contact Sears Service Center.

Motor does not start

1. Limit switch failure

2. Brush worn.

3. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped on home panel.

4. Other.

1. Replace limit switch.

2. Replace brushes. See MAINTENANCE section.

3. Verify there is electrical power at the outlet.

4. Contact Sears Service Center.

Brush spark when switch released.

1. Brush worn.

2. Other.

1. Replace Brushes. See MAINTENANCE section.

2. Contact Sears Service Center.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - SAW OPERATION

PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE

SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE

ACTION

Blade hits table. 1. Misalignment. 1. See ADJUSTMENT - Cutting

Arm Travel section.

Angle of cut not accurate. Can not adjust miter.

1. Miter table unlocked.

2. Sawdust under table.

1. See OPERATION - Miter Angle Adjustment section.

2. Vacuum or blow out dust. WEAR EYE PROTECTION.

Cutting arm wobbles.

1. Loose pivot points. 1. See ADJUSTMENT - Cutting Arm Travel section.

Cutting arm will not fully raise, or blade guard won’t fully close.

1. Pivot bolt too tight.

2. Pivot spring not replaced

properly after service.

3. Sawdust build-up.

1. Loosen pivot bolt lock nut (see adjustment section).

2. Contact Sears Service Center.

3. See MAINTENANCE section.

Blade binds, jams, burns wood.

1. Improper operation.

2. Dull or warped blade.

3. Improper blade size. 4 Wood is moving during cut.

1. See BASIC SAW OPERATION section.

2. Replace or sharpen blade.

3. Replace with 10 in. diameter blade.

4. Use hold down clamp to secure workpiece to table.

Saw vibrates or shakes.

1. Saw blade not round / damaged / loose.

2. Arbor bolt loose.

1. Replace blade.

2. Tighten arbor bolt.

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PARTS LIST

10 IN. SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW MODEL NO. 137.212372

When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts many create a HAZARD or cause product damage. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Miter Saw may create a HAZARD

unless repair is done by a qualiﬁed service technician. Repair service is

available at your nearest Sears Service Center. To order replacement parts by phone, call 1-888-331-4569.

PARTS LIST FOR MITER SAW A

WARNING

I.D. NO. Description Size Q’ty I.D. NO. Description Size Q’ty

07WD SLIDE PLATE 3 0XQ8 CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING M6*1.0-20 2 083Y COMPRESSION SPRING 1 SCREW 083Z CORD CLAMP 1 23NF ARBOR COLLAR 2 084W WARNING LABEL 1 23NX GUARD-CORD 1 091S COMPRESSION SPRING 1 23US SPRING PIN 1 0CES COMPRESSION SPRING 1 25TE STOP BLOCK (LEFT) 1 0CPD CENTER BOLT 1 25TF STOP BLOCK (RIGHT) 1 0DVJ BLADE WRENCH 1 26LU WARNING LABEL 1 0J4E FLAT WASHER φ6*13-1 1 290M CAUTION LABEL 1 0J6A FLAT WASHER φ8*16-2.5 1 2BLG SHAFT-PIVOT 1 0J6P FLAT WASHER φ6*16-2 1 2CD2 COMPRESSION SPRING 1 0JB0 WAVE WASHER 1 2CD7 SPRING PIN 2 0JE7 C-RING 1 2DX9 SEGMENT HADELE 6# 1 0JMN O-RING 1 2EXC LOCATION PIN 1 0JMP O-RING 1 2EYV SPRING PIN 1 0JNR O-RING ROD 1 2F39 CLEVIS PIN 1 0JX9 HEX. SOC. SET SCREW M6*1.0-10 1 2F9N STICKER 1 0JZF HEX. SOC. SET SCREW M6*1.0-10 2 2JAP BLADE 1 0K7X CR. RE. TRUSS HD. ROUND 1 2K96 WARNING LABEL 1

NECK SCREW 2M0S LIMIT SWITCH 1

0K7Z CR. RE. TRUSS HD. ROUND M6*1.0-14 1 2MC4 UPPER TUBE 2

NECK SCREW 2MC5 UPPER TUBE 2

0KA0 CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING M5*12-20 2 2N72 RUBBER INSERT 6# 8

SCREW 2RXR CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M4*0.7-8 1

0KA9 CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING M3*24-10 1 2SER HOLD DOWN CLAMP ASS’Y 6# 1

SCREW 2T9B ROCK SWITCH ASS’Y 1

0KB7 CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING M4*18-16 2 2VEP SHAFT 1

SCREW 2VGE MOTOR HANDLE 6# 1

0KB8 CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING M4*18-20 4 2VH6 LINEAR MOTION BEARING 1

SCREW 2VMM TABLE 1

0KB9 CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING M5*16-10 1 2VMN EXTENSION TABLE(LEFT) 1

SCREW 2VMP EXTENSION TABLE(RIGHT) 1 0KDR CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M5*0.8-10 1 2VMQ FENCE 1 0KE0 CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M6*1.0-40 2 2VMV TORSION SPRING 1 0KR3 LOCK NUT M6*1.0 T=6 1 2VND SHAFT SLEEVE 6# 1 0KR4 LOCK NUT

M8*1.25 T=8

1 2VPR SUPPORT 6# 1 0KTS CABLE CLAMP 1 2VS0 LEAD WIRE ASS’Y 1 0KUW TERMINAL 2 2WP7 CONTROLLER ASS’Y 1

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10 IN. SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW MODEL NO. 137.212372

PARTS LIST FOR MITER SAW B

I.D. NO. Description Size Q’ty I.D. NO. Description Size Q’ty

2WPX POWER CABLE 1 3HK1 FLAT WASHER φ12*21-1 1 2WUT TRADEMARK LABEL 1 3HK9 FLAT WASHER

3/8*29/32-1/8

1 2X6M CAUTION STICKER 1 3HML KNOB KR# 6 2YR6 SPRING GUARD 1 3HMY HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP M5*0.8-35 3 30YV HEX. NUT M6*1.0 T=5 3 SCREW 30YZ NUT CHUCK M5*0.8 T=5 1 3HNE KNOB-HANDLE KR# 1 31YA LINEAR MOTION BEARING 1 3HNK TRIGGER KR# 1 32RC NUT CHUCK

M12*1.75 T=12

1 3HPS NEEDLE POINTER KR# 1 336T MOTOR ASS’Y 1 3HPU PLUNGER HANDLE KR# 1 34KA MITER BAR 2 3HPV TABLE INSERT KR# 1 351P BUMPER 1 3HPW TABLE INSERT KR# 1 35Q3 HEX. SOC. SET SCREW M6*1.0-8 1 3HPY TILT POINTER 1 37SY NUT CHUCK M6*1.0 T=6 4 3HQ0 BUTTON SWITCH KR# 1 37TF WAVE WASHER 1 3JZZ COLLAR 1 38Y6 BEARING COVER 6# 2 3K0U ANCHOR PLATE 1 3CBQ PC-GUARD 1 3K0V CR. RE. TRUSS HD. ROUND M6*1.0-10 2 3CD5 CLAMP BOLT 6#+KR# 1 NECK SCREW 3DRT CLAMP BOLT #6+#KR 1 3KZQ ARM 1 3DWT INSERT 1 3KZR MITER ARM 1 3DWU BUTTON #KR 2 3KZS SLIDE-BAR SEAT (FRONT) 1 3DWV PIN 2 3KZU LEVER 1 3DWW LASER SET 6# 1 3L0R CABLE SHIELD 6# 1 3DWY PIVOT-SUPPORT 6# 1 3L0U CUTTER SHAFT GUARD 1 3DWZ LASER PLUNGER HOUSING 6# 1 3L98 BRACING PLATE 1 3F8Q PLUNGER HOUSING 1 3L9Q DUST BAG 1 3FT0 TRADEMARK LABEL 1 3LME HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP M8*1.25-30 4 3FT4 WARNING LABEL 1 SCREW 3FT5 LASER STICKER 1 3LMF HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP M5*0.8-20 4 3FVK LASER_COVER 6# 1 SCREW 3FVL COVERLASER_COVER 6# 1 3LMR CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M4*0.7-10 6 3HHM CR. RE. COUNT HD. SCREW M4*0.7-8 4 3LMS CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M5*0.8-40 1 3HHP CR. RE. COUNT HD. SCREW M6*1.0-20 1 3LMT CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M6*1.0-12 2 3HHQ CR. RE. COUNT HD. SCREW M3*0.5-6 2 3LMU CR. RE. ROUND WASHER M6*1.0-16 2 3HHT CR.-RE. TRUSS HD. SCREW M6*1.0-8 1 HD. SCREW 3HHX CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING M4*18-16 1 3LMV FLAT WASHER φ6*13-1 1

SCREW 3LMW FLAT WASHER φ5*12-2 4

3HHZ CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING M4*18-25 1 3LMX WAVE WASHER 2

SCREW 3LMY DISC SPRING WASHER φ12 1

3HJ3 CR.RE. PAN HD. ROUND M6*1.0-12 1 3LN9 VISE ASS’Y 1

NECK SCREW 3LXM MOTOR HANDLE 1 3HJ4 CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M4*0.7-6 2 3LXQ HEX. HD. BOLT M10*1.5-70 1 3HJ5 CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M5*0.8-6 2 3LZR BASE 1 3HJ7 CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M5*0.8-8 1 3M22 LOCKING HANDLE ASS’Y 1 3HJC CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW M6*1.0-16 4 3MKD TILTING SCALE 1 3HJU HEX WASHER HD. BOLT M8*1.25-20 1 3MKF MITER SCALE 1 3HJV HEX. HD. BOLT M6*1.0-25 3 3MKK LABEL 1 3HJZ FLAT WASHER φ4*8-1 2 3MN3 CR.-RE. TRUSS HD. SCREW M6*1.0-18 1

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SCHEMATIC

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10 IN. SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW MODEL NO. 137.212372

PARTS LIST AND SCHEMATIC FOR MOTOR

I.D. NO. Description Size Q’ty

0HX9 NEEDLE BEARING 1

0JCD SPRING PIN 1

0JX2 HEX. SOC SET SCREW M5*0.8-6 2

0K43 CR.RE. PAN HD. SCREW & WASHER M5*0.8-16 2

0K44 CR.RE. PAN HD. SCREW & WASHER M5*0.8-12 1

0KBC CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW M5*16-25 2

0KCP CR.RE. PAN HEAD TAPPING & WASHER SCREW M5*12-60 2

0QGR COMPRESSION SPRING 1

0QM2 BRUSH HOLDER ASS’Y 2

0QQT BRUSH ASS’Y 2

0QR0 BRUSH COVER 2

2DW9 WAVE WASHER 1

2VGY GEAR BOX 1

2VP2 MOTOR COVER 1

2VP3 MOTOR REAR COVER 1

2VP4 ARMATURE ASS’Y 1

2VPU FLOW GUIDE 1

2WPR LEAD WIRE ASS’Y 1

3236 CR.RE. PAN HD. SCREW & WASHER 4

32GU CUTTER SHAFT ASS’Y 1

336U FIELD ASS’Y 1

3LSN BRACKET STOP ASS’Y KR# 1

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