Craftsman 315212050 Owner’s Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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12 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW

DOUBLE INSULATED

Model No.

315.212050

_ WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,

the user must read and understand the

operator's manual before using this product.

Customer Help Line: t-800-932-3188

Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman

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• Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2

• Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2

• General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4

• Specific Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-5

• Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6-7

• Electrical ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8

• Glossary of Terms .............................................................................................................................................................. 9

• Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10-12

• Tools Needed ................................................................................................................................................................. 13

• Loose Parts .................................................................................................................................................................... 14

• Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................... 15-25

• Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 25-31

• Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................................... 32

• Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................. 33-34

• Exploded View ........................................................................................................................................................... 35-43

• Parts Ordering/Service ...................................................................................................................................... Back Page

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL
If this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,

CONTACT THE NEAREST SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® and Sears will repair it, free of
charge. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

If this tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty will apply for only ninety days from the date of
purchase.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

_IL WARNING:Read and understand all instruc-

tions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below,

may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's
manual carefully. Learn the saw's applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards

related to this tool.

• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PRE-

VENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example, pipes, radiators, ranges,

refrigerator enclosures.

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.

• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND 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 areas and
benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or

pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation.

• DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations or

expose to rain. Keep the work area well lit.

• KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors

should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe
distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact

tool or extension cord while operating.

• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and
master switches, or by removing starter keys.

• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and

safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.

• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force the tool or attachment

to do a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a

purpose not intended.

• USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure

your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a
cord heavy enough to carry the current your product

will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A

wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended
for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in

doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,

gloves, neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught
and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and

nonskid footwear are recommended when working

outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain

long hair.

• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE

SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-

resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It's safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate tool.

• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times.

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow

instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

• DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits,
cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.

• AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.

• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of

improper accessories may risk injury.

• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur

if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintention-

ally contacted.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should

be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for

alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions

that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that

is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by

an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal

injury.

• USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work

into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of
blade or cutter only.

• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it

comes to a complete stop.

• PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear aface or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.

• PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.

• DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to discon-

nect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and

sharp edges.

• USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool

is used outdoors, use only extension cords with

approved ground connection that are intended for use
outdoors and so marked.

• KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH
SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling

and kickback.

• BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.

• NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.

Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

• INSPECTTOOLCORDSPERIODICALLY.Ifdamaged,
haverepairedbya qualifiedservicetechnicianat

anauthorizedservicefacility.Theconductorwith

insulationhavinganoutersurfacethatisgreenwith

orwithoutyellowstripesistheequipment-ground-

ing conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric

cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equip-

ment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Repair

or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Stay
constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away
from the rotating blade.

• INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and
replace if damaged.

• POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric

shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the

outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way.

• KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL

AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when clean-

ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any solvents to clean tool.

• STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch

what you are doing and use common sense. Do not
operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.

• DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an

authorized service center.

• USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades
with incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or
blade bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maxi-

mum blade capacity of your saw is 12 in. (305 mm).

• BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUST-

MENTS ARE SECURE.

• BE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect

for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.

• NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during

use.

• NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING COM-
PONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.

• DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY

MEDICATION.

• WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.

• USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed
in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories

that are not listed may cause the risk of personal

injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are
included with the accessory.

• DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is

tight and not making contact with saw or workpiece
before connecting to power supply.

• FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your miter saw to a work-
bench or table at approximately hip height.

• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Do not
reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with

your hands and fingers for any reason. Always turn the

power off.

• ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES while cut-

ting to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback.
Saw may slip, walk or slide while cutting long or heavy

boards.

• ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the workpiece

when possible.

• BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORKPIECE.
Never start the saw with the blade touching the

workpiece. Allow motor to come up to full speed

before starting cut.

• MAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW ARM
(BEVEL FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN POSITION BE-

FORE OPERATING YOUR SAW. Lock the miter table
by securely tightening the miter lock levers. Lock

the saw arm (bevel function) by securely tightening the

bevel lock knob.

• NEVER USE A LENGTH STOP ON THE FREE SCRAP
END OF A CLAMPED WORKPIECE. NEVER hold

onto or bind the free scrap end of the workpiece in any
operation. If a work clamp and length stop are used

together, they must both be installed on the same side
of the saw table to prevent the saw from catching the

loose end and kicking up.

• NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO NOT

STACK more than one workpiece on the saw table at a
time.

• NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND.

Always place the workpiece to be cut on the miter
table and position it firmly against the fence as a back-

stop. Always use the fence.

• NEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small to be

clamped. Keep hands clear of the cutting area.

• NEVER reach behind, under, or within three inches

of the blade and its cutting path with your hands and
fingers for any reason.

• NEVERreachto pickupaworkpiece,apieceofscrap,
oranythingelsethatisinornearthecuttingpathofthe

blade.

• AVOIDAWKWARDOPERATIONSANDHAND

POSITIONSwhereasuddenslipcouldcauseyour
handto moveintotheblade.ALWAYSmakesureyou
havegoodbalance.NEVERoperateyourmitersaw

onthefloororina crouchedposition.

• NEVERstandorhaveanypartofyourbodyinlinewith
thepathofthesawblade.

• ALWAYSreleasethepowerswitchandallowthe
sawbladeto stoprotatingbeforeraisingit outofthe
workpiece.

• DO NOT TURN THE MOTOR SWITCH ON AND OFF

RAPIDLY. This could cause the saw blade to loosen

and could create a hazard. Should this ever occur,
stand clear and allow the saw blade to come to a

complete stop. Disconnect your saw from the power
supply and securely retighten the blade bolt.

• IF ANY PART OF THIS MITER SAW IS MISSING or
should break, bend, or fail in any way, or should any

electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off
the power switch, remove the miter saw plug from the

power source and have damaged, missing, or failed
parts replaced before resuming operation.

• ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained
from frequent use of your saw) to cause a careless

mistake. ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction

of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

• MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHT-
ING to see the work and that no obstructions will inter-

fere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work

using your saw.

• ALWAYS TURN OFF THE SAW before disconnecting
it to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to
power supply. NEVER leave the saw unattended while

connected to a power source.

• THIS TOOL should have the following markings:

a) Wear eye protection.

b) Keep hands out of path of saw blade

c) Do not operate saw without guards in place.
d) Do not perform any operation freehand.

e) Never reach around saw blade.
f) Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before

moving workpiece or changing settings.

g) Disconnect power (or unplug tool as applicable)

before changing blade or servicing.

h) No load speed.

• ALWAYS carry the tool only by the carrying handle.

• AVOID direct eye exposure when using the laser guide.

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them

frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

_k WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities

contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure

to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust

masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonthistool.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Proper
interpretationofthesesymbolswillallowyoutooperatethetoolbetterandsafer.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

V Volts Voltage

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency(cyclespersecond)

W Watt Power

min Minutes Time

"%, Alternating Current Type of current

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

[] Class II Construction Double-insulated construction

.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Read The Operator's Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understandoperator's manual before using this product.

Protection

O Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side

_, Alert Precautions that involve

t_ Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in

Eye

Safety

No Hands Symbol serious personal injury.

No Hands Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in

No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in

Symbol

shields and a full face shield when operating this product.

safety.

your

serious personal injury.

serious personal injury.

®

No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in

Hot Surface

serious personal injury.

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with

any hot surface.

Thefollowingsignalwordsandmeaningsareintendedto explainthelevelsofriskassociatedwiththis
product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

,_ DANGER:

,_ WARNING:

,_ CAUTION:

CAUTION:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in
property damage.

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and
should be performed only by a qualified service tech-
nician. For service we suggest you return the product to
your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair.

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

,_ WARNING:

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety
Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

,_ WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, do not

attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly
and understand completely the operator's manual.
Save this operator's manual and review frequently for
continuing safe operation and instructing others who

may use this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DOUBLE INSULATION

Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor components with
protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need
to be grounded.

_, WARNING: The double insulated system is

intended to protect the user from shock resulting
from a break in the tool's internal insulation. Observe

all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical
shock.

NOTE: Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires
extreme care and knowledge of the system and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service, we suggest you return the tool to your nearest
authorized service center for repair. Always use original
factory replacement parts when servicing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

This tool has a precision-built electric motor. It should be
connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz,
AC only (normal household current), Do not operate
this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop
will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If
your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet,
double-check the power supply.

EXTENSION CORDS

When using a power tool at a considerable distance from
a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has
the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting
in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to deter-
mine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord.
Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Labora-
tories (UL) should be used.

When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension cord
that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is
designated with "WA" on the cord's jacket.

Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or

exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

**Ampere rating (on tool faceptate)

0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3,5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12,0 12,1-15.0

Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)

25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12

100' 16 16 14 12 10 --

**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp c_dt.

NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the

&

working area. Position the cord so that it will not get
caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while
you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so
can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Check extension cords before each

A

use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool
with a damaged cord since touching the damaged
area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious
injury.

Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws)

A devise which, when properly installed and maintained,

is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back
toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.

Arbor
The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.

Bevel Cut
A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle

other than 90° to the table surface.

Chamfer
A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part

of the end) is angled rather than at 90°.

Compound Cut
A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.

Crosscut

A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or
the width of the workpiece.

Cutter Head (planers and jointers)

A rotating piece of adjustable blades. The cutter head

removes material from the workpiece.

Dado Cut
A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch

or trough in the workpiece (requires a special blade).

Featherboard
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it

securely against the table or fence during any ripping

operation.

FPM or SPM

Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference
to blade movement.

Freehand

Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a
fence, miter gauge, or other aids.

Gum

A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.

Heel
Alignment of the blade to the fence.

Kerf
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the

slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.

Kickback
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls,

throwing the workpiece back toward operator.

Leading End
The end of the workpiece pushed into the tool first.

Miter Cut

A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle
to the blade other than 90°.

Non-Through Cuts
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

Push Blocks and Push Sticks

Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw
blade during cutting operations. A push stick (not a push
block) should be used for narrow ripping operations.
These aids help keep the operator's hands well away from

the blade.

Pilot Hole (drill presses)
A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide
for drilling large holes accurately.

Resaw
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the work-

piece to make thinner pieces.
Resin

A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

The number of turns completed by a spinning object in
one minute.

Ripping or Rip Cut

A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.

Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter (table saws)

A metal piece, slightly thinner than the blade, which helps
keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.

Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As

it applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has
been cut by the blade.

Set
The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or

set) outward from the face of the blade.
Snipe (planers)

Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter
blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.

Throw-Back
The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the

workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed
inadvertently in contact with the blade.

Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely
through the thickness of the workpiece.

Workpiece or Material

The item on which the operation is being done.
Worktable

Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a
cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Diameter .................... 12 in. (305 mm)

Blade Arbor ............................... 5/8 in.

No Load Speed ......................... 4,000/min.

Input .......... 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only, 15 Amperes

Net Weight .............................. 48.5 Ibs.

Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0°:

Maximum nominal ]umber sizes: .................... 2 x 8, 4 x 4

Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°:

Maximum nominal lumber sizes: .............................. 2 x 6

Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°:

Maximum nominal lumber sizes: .............................. 2 x 8

Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 45°:

Maximum nominal lumber sizes: .............................. 2 x 6

DUST BAG

UPPERBLADE

GUARD

DUST GUIDE

SAW

HANDLE

SWITCH

TRIGGER

LOWER

BLADE GUARD

MITER
TABLE

BEVEL

KNOB

SCALE

"NO HANDSZONE"

BOUNDARYLINE

SLIDING MITER

FENCE

WORKCLAMP

TABLE

EXTENSIONS

STOPBLOCK

%

CLAMP

SUPPORT

BASE

10

MITER SCALE

POSITIVE STOP(S)

"NO HANDS"

LABEL

MITERLOCK

HANDLE

Fig. 1

KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW

See Figure 1.

Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety rules.

15 AMP MOTOR

Your saw has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient
power to handle tough cutting jobs. It is made with all ball
bearings, and has externally accessible brushes for ease
of servicing.

12 in. BLADE

A 12 in. carbide-tipped blade is included with your com-

pound miter saw. It will cut materials up to 7 7/8 in. wide,
depending upon the thickness of the material and the set-

ting at which the cut is being made.

CARRYING HANDLE

See Figure 2.

For convenience when carrying or transporting your
miter saw from one place to another, a carrying handle
has been provided on top of the saw arm. To transport,

turn off and unplug your saw, then lower the saw arm and

lock it in the down position. Lock saw arm by depressing

the lock pin.

CARRYING

HANDLE

SAW

ARM

LOCKPIN

)

\

SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON

See Figure 3.

A spindle lock button has been provided for locking the
spindle which keeps the blade in your saw from rotating.
Depress and hold the lock button while installing, chang-
ing, or removing blade.

SWITCH

TRIGGER

SPINDLE

LOCKBUTTON

Fig. 3

TRIGGER LOCK

See Figure 4.

To prevent unauthorized use of your compound miter
saw, we suggest that you disconnect it from the power

supply and lock the switch in the off position. To lock the
switch, install a padlock (not included) through the hole in

the switch trigger. A lock with a long shackle up to 9/32
in. diameter may be used. When the lock is installed and

locked, the switch is inoperable. Store the padlock key in
another location.

MITERLOCK

HANDLE SAWARM

LOCKEDIN DOWNPOSITION

Fig. 2

MITER LOCK HANDLE

See Figure 2.

The miter lock handle securely locks your saw at desired

miter angles.

PADLOCK

SWITCH

TRIGGER

Fig. 4

11

ROTATING

HANDLE

HANDLE

ADJUSTINGKNOB

Fig. 5

ROTATING HANDLE

See Figure 5.

The rotating handle can be adjusted to provide different

positions of the saw handle. Turn the handle adjusting

knob clockwise to loosen the rotating handle before
twisting the rotating handle to a desired position. Lock
the rotating handle into positions by turning the handle

adusting knob counterclockwise

LASER GUIDE

For more accurate cuts, a laser guide is included with your

miter saw. When used properly, the laser guide makes

accurate, precision cutting simple and easy.

POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE

Positive stops have been provided at 0°, 15°, 22-1/2 °,

31.62 °, and 45° on both the left and right side of the miter

table.

BEVEL LOCK KNOB

The bevel lock knob securely locks your compound miter
saw at desired bevel angles. A positive stop adjustment

screw has been provided on each side of the saw arm.
These adjustment screws are for making fine adjustments
at 0 and 45 °.

ELECTRIC BRAKE

An electric brake has been provided to quickly stop blade
rotation after the switch is released.

SLIDING MITER FENCE

The miter fence on your compound miter saw has been
provided to hold your workpiece securely against when

making all cuts; the left side is also larger providing
additional support. It has a sliding feature for clearance of

the saw arm when making bevel or compound cuts.
Loosen the fence screw before attempting to slide the

miter fence. Once the desired position of the miter fence
is determined, tighten the fence screw to secure the

sliding fence.

SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE GUARD

The lower blade guard is made of shock-resistant, see-
through plastic that provides protection from each side
of the blade. It retracts over the upper blade guard as the
saw is lowered into the workpiece.

BLADE WRENCH STORAGE

This miter saw has a convenient blade wrench storage in
the saw's base.

12

Thefollowingtools(notincluded)areneededforcheckingadjustmentsofyoursaworforinstallingtheblade:

PHILLIPSSCREWDRIVER

COMBINATION

SQUARE

FRAMINGSQUARE

Fig. 6

13

ThefollowingitemsareincludedwithyourCompoundMiterSaw:

• MiterLockHandle

• DustGuide

• DustBag

• BladeWrench

• 10mmHexKey

• WorkClampAssembly

• ClampSupport

• StopBlock

• LaserGlasses

CLAMPSUPPORT

SCREW

• SmallWingScrew

• TableExtensions(2)

• ClampBrackets(2)

• ClampBracketScrews(2)

• ClampExtensionRod

• Screws(4)

• OuterBladeWasher

• HexKeyBolt

• Operator'sManual

LASERGLASSES

DUSTGUIDE /

CLAMPEXTENSION J /

\ /,_(_ _ WORKCLAMP

SMALL

WING

SCREW__

10 mm HEXKEY

BLADEWRENCH

__ ASSEMBLY

SCREW _ HANDLE

BLOCK

B_ACKET TABLEEXTENSION

CLAMP_

_j j v MITERLOCK

BLADE

_ _,.,. OUTER

BLADE

BOLT

WASHER

,_ WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious

personal injury.

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