Craftsman 315212380 Owner’s Manual

PERATOR'S MAN AL

10 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW WiTH LASER

DOUBLE iNSULATED

Model No.

315.212380

_ WARNING" To reduce the risk of injury,

the user must read and understand the

operator's manual before using this product.

Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188

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 ................................................................................................................................................................... 15-26

• Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 26-32

• Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................................... 33-34

• Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................. 35-36

• Exploded View ........................................................................................................................................................... 37-49

• 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 product 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.

_ WARNING:Readandunderstandall 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 a face 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 ap- proved ground connection that are intended for use

outdoors and so marked.

[] KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUF-

FICIENT 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.

[] iNSPECT TOOL CORDS PERiODiCALLY. If damaged,

have repaired by a qualified service technician at

an authorized service facility. The conductor with

insulation having an outer surface that is green with

or without yellow stripes is the equipment-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 10 in. (254 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 ROTAT-

ING COMPONENT 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

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 WORKPIECES while

cutting 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 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

backstop. Always use the fence.

[] NEVERhandholdaworkpiecethatistoosmalltobe

clamped.Keephandsclearofthecuttingarea.

[] NEVERreachbehind,under,orwithinthreeinches

ofthebladeanditscuttingpathwithyourhandsand fingersforanyreason.

[] NEVERreachto pickupaworkpiece,apieceofscrap,

oranythingelsethatisinornearthecuttingpathofthe

blade.

[] AVOIDAWKWARDOPERATIONS AND HAND

POSITIONS where a sudden sup could cause your

hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make 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 with

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 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

LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstructions

will interfere 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. [] IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it

must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an

authorized service center to avoid risk. [] SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them

frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this power tool. If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these instructions also.

_IL 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.

Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonthisproduct.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Properin- terpretationofthesesymbolswillallowyoutooperatetheproductbetterandsafer.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

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[]

.../min

Volts

Amperes

Hertz

Watt

Minutes

Alternating Current

Direct Current

No Load Speed

Class II Construction

Per Minute

Voltage

Current

Frequency (cycles per second)

Power

Time

Type of current

Type or a characteristic of current

Rotational speed, at no load

Double-insulated construction

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

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Wet Conditions Alert

Read The Operator's Manual

Eye Protection

Safety Alert

No Hands Symbol

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.

Precautions that involve your safety.

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.

Thefollowingsignalwordsandmeaningsareintendedtoexplainthelevelsofriskassociatedwiththisproduct.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER:

_, Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result

WARNING: in death or serious injury.

CAUTION:

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest SEARS PARTS AND REPAIR SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

,_ WARNING:

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, may result

in minor or moderate injury.

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

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,do not

attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator's manual. If

you do not understand the warnings and instructions

in the operator's manual, do not use this product. Call the Craftsman Consumer Helpline at

1-800-932-3188 for assistance.

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, when needed, a full face shield. 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.

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.

_IIL 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 product with double insulation re- quires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service techni- cian. For service, we suggest you return the product to your nearest Sears or other qualified service center for repair. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION This product has a precision-built electric motor. It should

be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, AC only (normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this product on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will over- heat. If the product 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 product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, re- suiting in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) should be used.

When working outdoors with a product, 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 ex- posed wires and cut or worn insulation.

**Ampere rating (on product faceplate)

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

0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0

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 product with a damaged cord since touching the

damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.

Anti-KickbackPawls (radial arm and table saws)

A device 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. Cross Cut

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

Cutter Head (planers and jointer planers) A rotating cutterhead with adjustable blades or knives.

The blades or knives remove 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. 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.

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 (for jointer planers) Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the operator's hands well away from the cutterhead.

Push Blocks and Push Sticks (for table saws) 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 workpiece 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.

Through Sawing

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

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. 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 ............................. 30 in.

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

No Load Speed .................. 5,000 r/min. (RPM)

Input .................... 120V, AC Only, 60 Hz, 15A

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

Maximum nominal lumber sizes: .................... 2 x 6, 4 x 4

UPPER

BLADEGUARD

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

Maximum nominal lumber sizes: .............................. 2 x 4

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

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

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

Maximum nominal lumber sizes: .............................. 2 x 4

ROTATING

HANDLE

DUST

BAG

SLiDiNG

MITER

FENCESCREW

BLADEWRENCHSTORAGE

STOP

BLOCK

TABLE

EXTENSION

WORK

CLAMP

DUST

GUIDE

MITER

TABLE

SWITCH

TRIGGER

LOWER BLADE

GUARD

"NO HANDS"

LABEL

"NO HANDS"

BOUNDARYLINE

ZEROCLEARANCE

THROATPLATE

MITER

SCALE

MITER LOCK

PLATE

MITER

LOCKHANDLE

CONTROL ARM

LEGSTAND

COMPARTMENT

CORD

STAND-N-STOWTM

CABINET

LEG

STAND

POSiTiVE

STOP(S)

BASE

BEVELSCALE BEVEL

LOCKKNOB

Fig. 1

KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator's manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

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.

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.

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°.

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.

ELECTRIC BRAKE

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

SAWARM

LOCKEDIN DOWNPOSITION

CARRYING

HANDLE

SAWARM

LOCKPiN

MITER

LOCKHANDLE

Fig. 2

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.

MITER LOCK HANDLE

See Figure 2.

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

POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE

Positive stops have been provided at 0°, 15°, 22-1/2 °, 30°, and 45 ° on both the left and right side of the miter table.

ROTATING HANDLE

See Figure 3.

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.

HANDLE

ADJUSTING KNOB

ROTATING

HANDLE

SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON

See Figure 4.

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, changing, or removing blade.

SPINDLE

LOCK BUTTON

Fig. 4

Fig. 3

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.

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.

TRIGGER LOCK

See Figure 5.

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.

SWITCHTRIGGER

PADLOCK

Fig. 5

Thefollowingtools(notincluded) are needed for checking adjustments of your saw or for installing the blade:

FRAMINGSQUARE

PHiLLiPSSCREWDRIVER

Fig. 6

ThefollowingitemsareincludedwithyourCompoundMiterSaw:

• DustBag

• DustGuide

• TableExtensions(2)

• ClampBrackets(2)

• ClampBracketScrews(2)

• StopBlock

• WingBolt

• MiterLockHandle

• WorkClamp

• BladeWrench

• OuterBladeWasher

• Bolt

• HexKey(3),8 mm,6 mm,1.5mm

• HexBolt(4)

• Washer(4)

• LockNut(4)

• Base(2)

• LockNut(4)

• ReinforcementPlate(2)

• LockWasher(4)

• Washer(4)

• Screw(4)

• HexBolt(4)

• Washer(4)

• LockNut(4)

• LegStand

• Operator'sManual

BOLTf

BLADEWRENCH

HEXKEY(3)

8 mm, 6 mm, 1,5 mm

_ _IABLE EX

DUSTBAG

BLADEWASHER

OUTER

STOPBLOCK

WINGBOLT

WORKCLAMP

CLAMPBRACKETS

MITER LOCK

HANDLE

BRACKETSSCREWS

BASE

CLAMP

DUSTGUIDE

LOCK

HEXBOLT---_

WASHER

LOCKNUT

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

personal injury.

REINFORCEMENT _ NUT

PLATE_

LOCKWASHER

WASHER_ __

Fig. 7

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

• Carefully lift saw from the carton by the carrying handle and the saw base, and place it on a level work surface.

NOTE: This saw is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with

your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.

• This saw has been shipped with the saw arm secured

in the down position. To release the saw arm, push

down on the top of the saw arm, cut the tie-wrap, and

pull out on the lock pin.

• Lift the saw arm by the handle. Hand pressure should

remain on the saw arm to prevent sudden rise upon release of the tie wrap.

• Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

• The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After assembling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has

influenced the settings, refer to specific procedures

explained in this manual.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-932-3188 for assistance.

ASSEMBLING THE STAND-n-STOW TM CABINET

See Figure 8.

This product requires assembly.

• Insert the supplied lock nut into the hex nut pocket.

• Align the reinforcement plate holes with the tab on the bottom of the base and the screw hole in the base.

• Place supplied washer and lock washer onto the

supplied screw.

• Insert screw into the hole in the base.

• Turn clockwise to tighten screw.

• Repeat above steps until all four screws have been inserted and tightened into base and both reinforcement plates are installed.

HEXNUT BASE

POCKET

WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing

do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this product

or create accessories not recommended for use with

this product. Any such alteration or modification is

misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING: Do not connect to power supply until

assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious injury.

WARNING: Always make sure the compound

miter saw is securely mounted to a workbench or an approved workstand. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.

REINFORCEMENT _o_ WASHER

PLATE ' _ LOCKWASHER

oSCREW

SCREW

'_CK WASHER

WASHER

TABHOLE

REINFORCEMENT

PLATE

TAB

Fig. 8

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