Craftsman 315212330 Owner’s Manual
'S MANUAL
I0 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW
DOUBLE INSULATED
Model No.
315.212330
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the user must read and understand the
operator's manual before using this product.
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[] Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2
[] introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2
[] General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
[] Specific Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-5
[] Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6-7
[] Eiectr(cal ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
[] Glossary of Terms .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
[] Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10-12
[] Tools Needed ................................................................................................................................................................. 13
[] Loose Parts .................................................................................................................................................................... 14
[] Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................... 15-24
[] Operat(on ................................................................................................................................................................... 24-31
[] Adjustments .............................................................................................................................................................. 32-33
[] Ma(ntenance .............................................................................................................................................................. 33-34
[] Exploded V(ew ........................................................................................................................................................... 36-43
[] Parts Order(ng/Serv(ce ...................................................................................................................................... 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 & REPA(R CENTER at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® and Sears w((I repa(r (t, free of
charge. This warranty app(ies on(y while this product is (nthe United States.
if this too! is used for commercia( or rental purposes, this warranty w((I apply for on(y 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, Noffrnan Estates, (L 60179
This too( has many features for making its use more p(easant and enjoyab(e. Safety, performance, and dependab((ity
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
_ WARMNG:Readandunderstandallinstruc=
tions. Failure to follow a(! instruct(onslisted below
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.
READ ALL (NSTRUCT(ONS
[] KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's
manua( carefu((y. Learn the app(ications and limitations
as we(( as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool.
[] GUARD AGA(NST ELECTR)OAL SHOOK BY PRE-
VENT(NG BODY CONTACT W(TH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example, pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enc(osures.
[] KEEP GUARDS (N PLACE and (n good working order.
[] REMOVE ADJUST(NG KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and ad-
justing wrenches are removed from too( before turning
(ton.
[] KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches inv(te accidents. DO NOT (eave tools or
p(eces of wood on the saw while it is in operation.
[] DO NOT USE (N DANGEROUS ENV(RONMENTS.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. Keep the work area well (it.
[] KEEP CHILDREN AND VIS)TORS AWAY. Al! visitors
should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe
distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool
or extension cord whi(e operating.
[] MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF w(th padlocks and
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
[] DON'T FORCE TOOL. (t w(((do the job better and
safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.
[] USE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the too( or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
[] USE THE PROPER EXTENS(ON CORD. Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition. Use on(y a
cord heavy enough to carry the current your product
w(((draw. An undersized cord w((Icause a drop in (ine
vo(tage resu(ting in (oss of power and overheating. A
w(re gauge s(ze (A.W.G.) of at least 14 (s recommended
for an extens(on cord 25 feet or (ess (n (ength. (f in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The sma((er the
gauge number, the heav(er the cord.
[] DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear (oose c(othing,
gloves, neckties, or jewelry,. They can get caught
and draw you into mov(ng parts. Rubber g(oves and
nonskid footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. A(so wear protective hair cover(ng to contain
(ong ha(r.
[] ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES W(TH S(DE
SH(ELDS. Everyday eyeg(asses have only impact-
res(stant lenses, they are NOT safety g(asses.
[] SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. (t's safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate too(.
[] DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all t(mes.
[] MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep too(s sharp
and c(ean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
[] DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not (n use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits,
cutters, etc., al( too(s shou(d be disconnected.
[] AVOID ACC(DENTAL START(NG. Be sure switch (s off
when p(ugging 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 too( is un(ntention-
a((y contacted.
[] CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefu((y checked to determine that it wU(operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, b(nding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions
that may affect (ts operation. A guard or other part that
ls damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal
injury.
[] USE THE R(GHT D(REOT)ON OF FEED. Feed work
into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of
Made or cutter only.
[] NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNN(NG UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave too( until it
comes to a complete stop.
[] PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty,.
[] PROTECT YOUR HEAR(NG. Wear hearing protect(on
during extended periods of operation.
[] DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to discon-
nect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oi!, and
sharp edges.
[] USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is
used outdoors, use only extension cords with ap-
proved ground connection that are intended for use
outdoors and so marked.
[] KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND W)TH
SUFF)O(ENT SET. Sharp b(ades min(m(ze sta)((ng
and kickback.
[] BLADE COASTS AFTER BE)NG TURNED OFF.
[] NEVER USE (N AN EXPLOS(VE ATMOSPHERE.
Norma( spark(ng of the motor could (gn(te fumes.
[] INSPECTTOOLCORDSPERIODICALLY.Hfdamaged,
haverepairedbyaqualifiedservicetechnicianat
anauthorizedservicefacility.Theconductorwith
insulationhavinganoutersurfacethatisgreenwith
orwithoutyellowstripesistheequipment-ground-
ingconductor.Hfrepairorreplacementoftheelectric
cordorplugisnecessary,donotconnecttheequip-
ment-groundingconductortoaliveterminal.Repair
orreplaceadamagedorworncordimmediately.Stay
constantlyawareofcordlocationandkeepitwellaway
fromtherotatingblade.
[] INSPECTEXTENSIONCORDSPERIODICALLYand
replaceifdamaged.
[] POLARIZEDPLUGS.Toreducetheriskofelectric
shock,thistoolhasapolarizedplug(onebladeis
widerthantheother).Thisplugwilifit ina polarized
outletonlyoneway.Iftheplugdoesnotfitfullyinthe
outlet,reversetheplug.Ifitstilldoesnotfit,contacta
qualifiedelectriciantoinstalltheproperoutlet.Donot
changethepluginanyway.
[] KEEPTOOLDRY,CLEAN,ANDFREEFROMOIL
ANDGREASE.Alwaysuseacleanclothwhenclean-
ing.Neverusebrakefluids,gasoline,petroleum-based
products,oranysolventstocleantool.
[] STAYALERTANDEXERCISECONTROL.Watch
whatyouaredoingandusecommonsense.Donot
operatetoolwhenyouaretired.Donotrush.
[] DONOTUSETOOLIFSWITCHDOESNOTTURNIT
ONANDOFF.Havedefectiveswitchesreplacedbyan
authorizedservicecenter.
[] USEONLYCORRECTBLADES.Donotuseblades
withincorrectsizeholes.Neverusebladewashersor
bladeboltsthataredefectiveorincorrect.Themaxi-
mumbladecapacityofthesawis10in.
[] BEFOREMAKINGACUT,BESUREALLADJUST-
MENTSARESECURE.
[] BESUREBLADEPATHiS FREEOFNAILS.Inspect
forandremoveallnailsfromlumberbeforecutting.
[] NEVERTOUCHBLADEorothermovingpartsduring
use.
[] NEVER STARTA TOOLWHEN ANY ROTATING COM-
PONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPII=CE.
[] 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 the tool to a workbench 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 WORKPJECES 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
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SAW. Lock the miter
table by securely tightening the miter lock tevers. 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.
[] NEVERhandholdaworkpiecethatistoosmalltobe
clamped.Keephandsclearofthecuttingarea.
[] NEVERreachbehind,under,orwithinthreeinches
ofthebladeanditscuttingpathwithyourhandsand
fingersforanyreason.
[] NEVERreachto pickupaworkpiece,apieceofscrap,
oranythingelsethatisinornearthecuttingpathofthe
blade.
[] AVOIDAWKWARDOPERATIONSANDHAND
POSITIONSwhereasuddenslipcouldcauseyour
handtomoveintotheblade.ALWAYSmakesureyou
havegoodbalance.NEVERoperatethemitersaw
onthefloororina crouchedposition.
[] NEVERstandorhaveanypartofyourbodyinlinewith
thepathofthesawblade.
[] ALWAYSreleasethepowerswitchandallowthe
sawbladetostoprotatingbeforeraisingit outofthe
workpiece.
[] DONOTTURNTHEMOTORSWITCHONANDOFF
RAPIDLY.Thiscouldcausethesawbladetoloosen
andcouldcreateahazard.Shouldthiseveroccur,
standclearandallowthesawbladetocometoa
completestop.Disconnectthesawfromthepower
supplyandsecurelyretightenthebladebolt.
[] JFANYPARTOFTHISMITERSAWISMISSINGor
shouldbreak,bend,orfailinanyway,orshouldany
electricalcomponentfailtoperformproperly,shutoff
thepowerswitch,removethemitersawplugfromthe
powersource,andhavedamaged,missing,orfailed
partsreplacedbeforeresumingoperation.
[] ALWAYSSTAYALERT!Donotallowfamiliarity(gained
fromfrequentuseofthesaw)tocauseacarelessmis-
take.ALWAYSREMEMBERthatacarelessfractionof
asecondissufficienttoinflictsevereinjury.
[] MAKESURETHEWORKAREAHASAMPLEUGH%
INGtoseetheworkandthatnoobstructionswillinter-
ferewithsafeoperationBEFOREperforminganywork
usingthesaw.
[] ALWAYSTURNOFFTHESAWbeforedisconnecting
ittoavoidaccidentalstartingwhenreconnectingto
powersupply.NEVERleavethesawunattendedwhile
connectedto apowersource.
[] THISTOOLshouldhavethefollowingmarkings:
a) Weareyeprotection.
b) Keephandsoutofpathofsawblade.
c) Donotoperatesawwithoutguardsinplace.
d) Donotperformanyoperationfreehand.
e) Neverreacharoundsawblade.
f) Turnofftoolandwaitforsawbladetostopbefore
movingworkpieceorchangingsettings.
g) Disconnectpower(orunplugtoolasapplicable)
beforechangingbladeorservicing.
h) Noloadspeed.
[] ALWAYScarrythetoo!onlybythecarryinghandle.
[] AVOIDdirecteyeexposurewhenusingthelaserguide.
[] SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS.Referto them
frequentlyanduseto instructotherusers.Ifyouloan
someonethistool,loanthemtheseinstructionsalso.
_ WARNING:Somedustcreatedbypowersanding,sawing,grinding,drilling,andotherconstructionactivities
containschemicalsknowntocausecancer,birthdefectsorotherreproductiveharm.Someexamplesofthese
chemicalsare:
leadfromlead-basedpaints,
crystallinesilicafrombricksandcementandothermasonryproducts,and
arsenicandchromiumfromchemically-treatedlumber.
Yourriskfromtheseexposuresvaries,dependingonhowoftenyoudothistypeofwork.Toreduceyourexposure
tothesechemicals:workinawellventilatedarea,andworkwithapprovedsafetyequipment,suchasthosedust
masksthatarespeciallydesignedtofilteroutmicroscopicparticles.
Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonthistool.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Proper
interpretationofthesesymbolswillallowyoutooperatethetoolbetterandsafer.
SYMBOL NAME DESJGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
'%, Alternating Current Type of current
m Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no goad
Class H Construction Doubbqnsulated construction
.../rain 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.
Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
No Hands Symbol serious personal injury.
No Hands Symbol serious personal injury.
No Hands Symbol
shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade win result in
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade wil! result in
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade win result in
serious personal injury.
®
No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Hot Surface
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with
any hot surface.
Thefollowingsignalwordsandmeaningsareintendedtoexplainthelevelsofriskassociatedwiththis
product.
SYMBOL S+GNAL MEAN+NG
DANGER:
WARNING: result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in
hdicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, wil!
result in death or serious injury.
hdicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
hdicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
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 ful! 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 ANSHZ87.1.
_J_l_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 {NSULATION
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
wil! 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 too!, 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 faceplate)
0-2,0 2,1-3,4 3,5-5,0 5,1-7,0 7,1-12.0 12.1-16.0
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 circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
_ WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the
working area. Position the cord so that it will not get
caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while
you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so
can result in serious personal injury.
_ WARNING: Check extension cords before each
use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool
with a damaged cord since touching the damaged
area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious
injury.
Anti-KickbackPawls(radialarmandtablesaws)
Adevicewhich,whenproperlyinstalledandmaintained,
isdesignedtostoptheworkpiecefrombeingkickedback
towardthefrontof thesawduringarippingoperation.
Arbor
Theshaftonwhichabladeorcuttingtoolis 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 Cat
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.
FPIVl 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.
Kerr
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.
IViiter 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 IViinute (RPIVi)
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in
one minute.
Ripping or Rip Cut
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
Riving Knife (table saws)
Also known as a spreader or splitter. A metal piece, slight-
ly thinner than the saw blade, which helps keep the kerf
open and also helps to prevent kickback.
Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As
it applies to the workpiece, that area which wil! 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 tViaterial
The item on which the operation is being done.
Worktable
Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a
cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.
PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS
BladeDiameter............................ 10in.
BladeArbor............................... 5,,/8in.
NoLoadSpeed......................... 5,000/rain.
input ................ 120M60Hz,AC©nly, 15 Amps
Net Weight .............................. 36.5 Ibs.
UPPER BLADE
GUARD
DUST
OUmDE
DUST BAG
Cutting Capacity with Miter at O°/Bevel 0°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes: .................... 2 x 6, 4 x 4
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes: ............................. 2 x 4
Cutting Capacity with Miter at O°/Bevel 45°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes: ............................. 2 x 6
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 45°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes: ............................. 2 x 4
SWRTCH
TRIGGER
BEVELSCALE
LOWER
BLADE GUARD
BEVELLOCKKNOB
SUD_NGMITERFENCE
FENCESCREW
BLADEWRENCH
STORAGE
TABLE
EXTENS_0N
/
STOPBLOCK
/
WORKCLAMP
BASE
MITER
TABLE
CONTROLARM
POSmTIVE
STOP(S)
ZERO CLEARANCE
THROAT PLATE
MRTERSCALE
MITERLOCK
PLATE
MITERLOCK
HANDLE
Fig. 1
10
KNOWYOURCOMPOUNDMITERSAW
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use tMs product, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety rules.
15 AMP MOTOR
Your saw has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient
power to handle tough cutting jobs. It is made with all ball
bearings, and has externally accessible brushes for ease
of servicing.
10 in. BLADE
A 10 in. carbide-tipped saw blade is included with your
compound miter saw. It will cut materials up to 4 in. thick
or 6 in. wide, depending upon the angle at which the cut
is being made.
CARRYING HANDLE
See Figure 2.
For convenience when carrying or transporting your
miter saw from one place to another, a carrying handle
has been provided on top of the saw arm. To transport,
turn off and unplug your saw, lower the saw arm and lock
it in the down position. Lock saw arm by depressing the
lock pin.
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
SAW
ARM
CARRYING
HANDLE
SAWARM
LOCKEDIN DOWNPOSITION
LOCKPiN
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 pad!ock (not included) through the hole in the
switch trigger. A lock with a !ong shackle up to 9/32 in.
diameter may be used. When the lock is installed and
locked, the switch is inoperable. Store the pad!ock key in
another location.
SWITCH
TRIGGER
PADLOCK
Fig. 2
MITER LOCK HANDLE
See Figure 2.
The miter lock handle securely locks your saw at desired
miter angles.
Fig. 4
11
ROTATING HANDLE
See Figure 5.
The rotating handle can be adjusted to provide different
saw handle positions. 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 different positions by turning the handle adust-
ing knob counterclockwise.
Fig. 5
LASER GUIDE
For more accurate cuts, a laser guide is included with your
miter saw. When used properly, the laser guide makes
precision cutting simple and easy.
POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE
Positive stops have been provided at 0°, !5 °, 22-1/2 °, 30°,
and 45° on both the Idt and dght 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 quickty 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 alt cuts; the left side is also larger providing addi-
tional 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 mi-
ter 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.
CROWN MOLDING STOP
The crown molding stop makes positioning crown molding
vertically against the fence easier.
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Thefollowingtools(notincluded} are needed for checking adjustments of the saw:
FRAMINGSQUARE
PHiLLiPSSCREWDRIVER
Fig. 6
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Thefollowingitemsareincludedwiththecompoundmitersaw:
[] DustBag
[] DustGuide
[] TableExtensions(2)
[] ClampBrackets(2)
[] ClampBracketScrews(2)
[] StopBlock
[] WingBolt
[] MiterLockHandle
DUST BAG
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[] WorkClamp
[] BladeWrench
[] OuterBladeWasher
[] Bolt
[] HexKey(2),8mmand6mm
[] CrownMoldingStop
[] Operator'sManual
BLADEWRENCH
TABLE EXTENB(ON
SCREWS
CLANiPBRACKET
DUSTGUIDE
_1_ WARN(NG: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious
personal injury.
TABLEEXTENSION BOLT
WASHER
OUTER
BLADE
F(g. 7
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