Craftsman 315.212100 User Manual

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Owner's Manual

10 in.

COMPOUND MITER SAW

Double Insulated

Model No.

315.212100

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A CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before first use of this product.

Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman -

972000-578

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•Safety

•Features

•Adjustments

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Parts List

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	TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents............................ ................................................................................................................	2
Warranty and Introduction............................................................................................................................	2
Rules For Safe Operation..............................................................................................................................	3-6
Glossary...........................................................................................................................................................	6
Product Specifications and Unpacking..............................................................................................................	7
Labels...........................................................................................................................................................	8
Loose Parts and Tools Needed.........................................................................................................................	9
Features...............................................................................................................................................	10-12
Adjustments..........................................................................................................................................	13-19
Operation...................................................................................................................................................	20-26
Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................	27-28
Exploded View and Repair Parts List...........................................................................................................	30-37
Parts Ordering / Service.................................................................................................................................	38
	WARRANTY

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

If this product fails due to a defect In material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears wilt repair it free of charge.

Contact a Sears Service Center for repair.

If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this wanwity applies only for 90 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., DepL 81 TWA, Hoffman Estates, 1L 60179

INTRODUCTION

Your saw heis many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority ih the design of this saw making it easy to maintain and operate.

CAUTION: Carefuiiy read through this entire owner's manual before using your new saw. Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, and aii Safety Alert Symbols including Danger, Warning and Caution. If you use your saw property and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

^ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attentionilt Your safety is involved.

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 glstsses 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, available at Sears Retail Stores.:

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

The purpose of safety symbols Is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

SYMBOL MEANING

^ SAFETY ALEFTT SYMBOL:

Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used In conjunction with other symbc^ or pictographs.

A DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning wiR result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

A WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result In property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to r^uce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

NOTE:

Advises you of information or instmctions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

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 internal metal motor components virith protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.

A WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool ** until you have read thoroughly and understand

completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save owner's manual and re\^ew frequently for continuing safe operation, and instructing others who may use this tool.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

■KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner'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 PREVENTING 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. Get in the habit of checking to see that hex keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning on saw.

IMPORTANT

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For sen/ice we suggest you return toe tool to your nearest Sears store for repair. Mways use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas and work benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation.

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON MENTS. Do r)ot use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations, or expose them 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 CHILD-PROOF with pad locks and master switches, or by removing starter keys.

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

USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a purpose not intended.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

■USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is tn good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product wiii draw. An undersized cord wiii cause a drop in iine voitage resulting in ioss of power and overheating. A wire gage 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 gage. The smaller the gage number, the

heavier the cord.

■INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI CALLY and replace if damaged.

■DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nor^lip foot wear are recommended vt^en working outdoors.

Also wear protective hair covering to contsJn long

hair.

■ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

■PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.

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

■SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. Ifs safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

■DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

■MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools

sharp and dean for better and safer perfor- , mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and

=changing accessories.

■DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before servidng, or when changing attadiments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.

■AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

■USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

■NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if tiie tool is tipped or if the blade is unin tentionally 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 ttiat is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service technician at a Sears store to avoid risk of personal injury.

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT TENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

RRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your miter saw to a workbench or table at approximately hip height.

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 maximum blade capacity of your saw is 10 in.

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

DO NOT REMOVE THE SAWS BLADE , GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use.

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath work or around or under the blade while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving.

^ WARNING: Blade coasts after turn off.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat oil, and sharp edges.

INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at a Sears store. Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from tire rotating blade.

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.

DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches re(tiaced by a qualified service techniciem at a Sears store.

KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean doth

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

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

■ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES to minimize risk of blade pinctiing and Idckback. Saw may siip, walk, or slide while cutting long or heavy boards.

■BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE.

■GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and workpiece is driven back towards the operator. It can pull your hand into the blade resulting in serious personal injury. Stay out of blade path and turn switch off immediately if blade binds or stalls.

■AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.

■ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the work piece when possible.

■NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parte during use.

■NEVER START A TOOL WHEN THE BLADE IS IN CONTACT WITH WORKPIECE. Allow motor to come up to full speed before starting cut

■MAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW ARM (BEVEL FUNCTION) ARE LOC№D IN POSITION BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SAW. Lock the miter teble by securely tightening the miter lock handle. 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 damp 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 №e loose end and kicking up.

M 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 “FREE HAND". Always place the workpiece to be cut on the miter table and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop. Always use №e fence.

■NEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small to be clamped. Keep hands dear of the no hands zone.

■NEVER reach behind, under, or within three inches of the biade and its cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason.

NEVER reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of scrap, or anything else that is in or near the cutting path of the blade.

AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS m€d<e sure you have good balance. NEVER operate your miter saw on the floor or in a crouched position.

NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line wite the path of the saw blade.

ALWAYS release the power switch and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before raising it out of the 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 dear and allow the saw Uade

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

REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether electrical or mechanical, should be made by qualified sen/ice technician at a Sears store.

WARNING: When senricing use only identical

'Craftsman replacement parte. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

NEVER leave the miter saw unattended while connected to a power source.

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 № 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 instdt the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

IF ANY PART OF THIS MITER SAW IS MISS ING or should break, bend, or fail in any way, or should any electriod component fail to perform property, shut off tee power switch, remove the miter saw plug from the power source and have damaged, missing, or failed parts replaced before resuming operation.

DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UN DER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

■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.

■STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are Bred. Do not rush.

MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstnjctions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using your saw.

ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to avoid accidental starting when re-connect ing to power supply.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use to instruct otiier users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc tions also.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GLOSSARY OFTERMS FOR WOODWORKING

Arbor

The shaft cm 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 miter table.

Crosscut

A oitting or shaping operation made across the grain of the workpiece.

Compound Miter Cut

A compound miter cut is a cut made using a miter angle and a bevel angle at the same time.

Freehand

Performing a cut without using a fence, miter gage, fixture, work ctamp, or other proper device to keep the workpiece from twisting or moving during the cut.

Gum

A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.

Miter Cut

A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90* to the fence.

Resin

A sticky, sap base substance that has hardened.

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

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

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 sawblade tooth is bent (or set) outward horn the face of the blade.

Throw-Back	I
Throw-Back	,
Throwing of a workpiece in a manner similar to a
kickback. Usually assodated with a cause other than
the kerf closing, such as a workpiece not being
against the fence, being dropped into the blade, or
being placed inadvertentiy in contact with the blade.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade exterxls
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

Workpiece

The Hern on which the cutting operation is being done. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends, and edges.

Zero Clearance Throat Plate

A plastic throat plate inserted in the miter table that allows for blade clearance. Wheniyou make your first cut with your compound miter saw, the saw blade cuts a slot through the throat plate the exact width of the blade. This provides for a zero clearance kerf that minimizes workpiece tear-out.

No Hands Zone

The area between the marked lines on the left and right side of the miter table base. This zone is identified by no hands zone labels placed inside the marked lines on the miter table base.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Diameter	10 in.
Blade Arbor	5/8 in.
No Load Speed	5000 RPM
Rating	120 Volts, 60 Hz-AC Only
Input	15 Amperes
Net Weight	32 lbs.

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

5-3/4 in. Wx 2-5/8 in. T

Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevei 0°;

4-1/4 in. Wx 2-5/8 in. T

Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°;

5-3/4 in. W x 1-7/8 in. T

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

4-1/4in. Wx 1-7/8in. T

UNPACKING

Your Compound Miter Saw has been shipped compietely assembled except for the blade, miter lock handle, and dust guide. .

WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

■Remove all loose parts from the carton. Separate and check with the list of loose parts. See Figure 2.

■Remove the packing materials from around your saw.

■Carefully lift saw from the carton and place it on a level work surface. Although small, this saw is heavy. To avoid back injury, get help when needed.

■Do not discard the packing materials until you have carefully inspected the saw, identified alt loose parts, and satisfactorily operated your new saw.

■Your saw has been shipped with the saw arm locked in the down position. To release saw arm,

push down on top of saw arm and pull out the lock pin. See Figure 4. '

■Lift the saw arm by the handle. Hand pressure should remain on the saw arm to prevent sudden rise upon release of the lock pin.

■Examine all parts to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping.

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn the switch on until the damaged or missing parts are obtained and are installed correctly.

The following labels are on the miter saw with toca

tions indicated.

Restore lower blade guard

and securely tighten screw

before use

GUft For Blade Change. See Owner's Manual.

DANGER: DO NOT REMOVE

ANY GUARD, USE OF SAW

WITHOUT THIS GUARD WILL

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

A WARNING / ADVERTENCIA

•For your safety, read ownen manual bulon optnllng mitef saw.

•wear aya protaellon.

•Keep hands out of path of saw Mada.

•Do not operata saw wtthout guards In placa.

•Do not poifom any oparaUwi freehand.

•Nevar reach aroimd №a saw Uada.

•lUin off tool and wM for saw Made to atop before moving woilipleee or changing satUnga.

•Disconnect the saw from the power source before changing blade or servicing.

•Do not expose to rain or use in damp iriaces.

•Para su seguridad, lea el manual del usutulo antes de usar la sierra ingletadwa.

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Customer Help Line 1-S00-932-3188

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	LOOSE PARTS LIST
The following items are included with your Compound Miter Saw:
Saw Blade • 10 in.	5 mm Hex Key Wrench
Miter Lock Handle	6 mm Hex Key Wrench
Dust Guide	8 mm Hex Key Wrench
Blade Wrench	Owner's Manual

MITER LOCK HANDLE

Fig. 2

WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could

**cause serious personal injury.

TOOLS NEEDED

The following tools (not included) are needed for checking adjustments of your saw or for installing the blade:

17 mm COMBINATION WRENCH

10 mm COMBINATION WRENCH

PHILUPS SCREWDRIVER

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW

See Figure 3.

Before attempting to use your saw, familiatize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements.

A WARNING; Do not allow familiarity with your saw to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

CUTTING CAPACITIES

When the miter angle (miter table) Is set at 0° and the bevel angle Is set at 0°:

Your saw will cut materials up to a maximum of 5-3/4 in. wide X 2-5/8 in. thick.

When the miter angle (miter table) is set at 45° and the bevel angle is set at 0°:

Your saw will cut materials up to a maximum of 4- 1/4 in. wide X 2-5/8 in. thick.

When the miter angle (miter table) Is set at 0° and

15 AMP MOTOR

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

10 In. BLADE

A10 in. saw blade is included with your compound miter saw. It will cut materials up to 2-5№ in. thick or 5-3/4 in. wide, depending upon the thldmess of the material and №e setting at ^ich the cut is being made.

the bevel angle Is set at 45°:

Your saw will cut materials up to a maximum of 5- 3/4 in. wide X1-7/8 in. thick.

When the miter angle (miter table) Is set at 45° and the bevel angle Is set at 45°:

Your saw will cut materials up to a maximum of 4*1/4 in. wide X 1-7/8 in. thick.

Fig.3

	FEATURES
CARRYING HANDLE	SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
See Figure 4.	See Figure 5.

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 as shown in figure 4. To transport, turn off and unplug your saw, then lower the saw arm and lock it in the down position. Lock saw amn by depressing the lock pin.

CARRYING

HANDLE

A kindle lock button has been provided for locking the spirtdie which stops the rotation of the blade in your saw. Depress and hold the lock button while installing, changing, or removing blade.

LOCK-OFF	SPINDLE
LEVER	SPINDLE
	LOCKBUnON

MITER LOCK HANDLE

See Figure 4.

Theiniter lock handle securely locks your saw at desired miter angles.

LOCK-OFF LEVER

See Figure 5.

The switch trigger is equipped with a lock-off lever to reduce the possibility of accidental starting. The tockoff lever must be pressed down with the palm of your hand to turn saw on. Once the saw is on, the lock-off lever can be released. The spring loaded lever wilt spring back into the lock-off position when the switch trigger is released.

TRIGGER LOCK

See Figure 6.

To prevent unauthorized use of your compound miter saw, we suggest that you disconnect it from the power supply and lock №e switch in the off position. To lock the switch, install a padlock through the hole in the switch trigger. A lock with a shackle up to 13/64 in. diameter may be used. When the lock is installed and locked, the switch is inoperable. Store the padlock key in another location.

SWITCH

TRIGGER

PADLOCK

Fig. 6

FEATURES

POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE

Positive stops have been provided at 0°, 22-1/2° and 45°. The 22-1/2° and 45° positive stops have been provided 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. Positive stop adjustment screws have been provided on each side of the saw arm. These adjustment screws are for maJ<ing fine adjustments at 0° and 45°. See pages 18 and 19.

ELECTRIC BRAKE

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

FENCE

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

SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE GUARD

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

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Fig. 7

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your saw 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.

MOUNTING HOLES

See Figure 7.

Your compound miter saw should be permanently mounted to a firm supporting surface such as work bench. Four 7/16 in. bolt holes have been provided in the saw base for this purpose. Each of the four mounting holes should be bolted securely using 7/16 in. machine bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts (not included). Bolts should be of sufficient length to accommodate the^saw base, lock washers, hex nuts, and the thickness of the workbench.

Tighten all four bolts securely.

The hole pattern for an 18 in. x 24 in. workbench is shown in Figure 7. Carefully check the workbench after mounting to make sure that no movement can occur during use. If any tipping, sliding, or walking is noted, secure the workbench to the floor before operating.

A WARNING: Always make sure your compound miter saw is securely mounted to a workbench or an approved workstand. Failure to do so could result in an accident resulting in possible serious personal injury.

A WARNING: The operation of any saw can

result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before starting 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.

A^ WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this toot. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

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