Delta ShopMaster MS350 Instruction Manual

/Modem MS350}

PART NO. 906068 - 05-30-02

Copyright © 2002 Delta Machinery

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there
are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution wiii
considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored,
personal injury to the operator may result. Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards,
goggles, dust masks and hearing protection can reduce your potential for injury. But even the best guard won't make
up for poor judgment, carelessness or inattention. Always use common sense and exercise caution in the workshop.
If a procedure feels dangerous, don't try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your
personal safety is your responsibility.

This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not

be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative

to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should

be performed on the product.

Technical Service Manager
Delta Machinery
4825 Highway 45 North

Jackson, TN 38305

(INCANADA:505SOUTHGATEDRIVE,GUELPH,ONTARIO NIH 6M7)

WARNmNG: FAmLURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT mNSERmOUS PERSONAL mNJURY

1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ mNSTRUCTmON

MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the tool's
application and limitations as well as the specific hazards

pecuIiar to it,

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Wear safety

glasses. Everyday eyegIasses onIy have impact resistant
lenses; they are not safety glasses. Atso use face or dust

mask if cutting operation is dusty. These safety glasses
must conform to ANSI Z87_1 requirements. NOTE:

Approved glasses have Z87 printed or stamped on them.

4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form

habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it "on',

5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and

benches invite accidents.

6. DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use

power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain_
Keep work area weIHighted,

7. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. AiI children

and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF - with padlocks,

master switches, or by removing starter keys,

9_ DON'T FORCE TOOL. it will do the job better and be safer

at the rate for which it was designed,
I0, USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a

job for which it was not designed,

I1. WEAR PROPER APPAREL No loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in

moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.

I2. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practica!, it's safer than using your hand and frees both hands

to operate tool.
I3. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance

at all times.
I4, MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools

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

I5, DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.

I6, USE RECOMMENDEDACCESSORIES, The use of
accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may

cause hazards or risk of injury to persons,

17. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging in power

cord. In the event of a power failure, move switch to the
"OFF" position.

18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious iniury could occur if

the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

19, CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the

too!, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully

checked to ensure that it will operate properiy and perform its
intended function - check for alignment of moving parts,

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation, A guard or other

part that is damaged should be propedy repaired or replaced_

20. DIRECTION OF FEED Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only,

2!. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFR Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete

stop_

22. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND
USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER
TOOL. DO NOT USE TOOL WHILE TIRED OR UNDER

THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR
MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while operating

power tools may result in serious personai injury.
23_ MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER

SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected or
reconnected.

24. THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood
products can be injurious to your health. Always operate

machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper dust
removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever

possible_
25_ _--_WARNING: SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER

SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING, AND OTHER
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains chemicais 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 chemicaIIy-treated Iumber.

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 ventiiated area, and work

with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks

that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particbs.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR

MITER SAWS

WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL it is
assembled and installed according to the

instructions.

2. OBTAmN ADVICE from your supervisor,
or another qualified person if you are not familiar
with the operation of this machine.

3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended
ebctricai connections.

4. USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW BLADES, When
using carbide=tipped blades, make sure they have a

negative hook angle. Do not use blades with deep gullets
as they can deflect and contact guard.

5. DO NOT perform any operation freehand. Secure or
champ workpbce firmiy against fence.

6. KEEP HANDS OUT OF PATH of saw biade. If the
workpbce you are cutting wouid cause your hand to

be within the hazard zone of the saw Made, the
workpbce shouid be champed in piace before
making cut.

7. BE SURE biade is sharp, runs free, and is free of
vibration.

8. ALLOW the motor to come up to full speed before
starting cut.

9. KEEP motor air slots clean and free of chips.

10. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all clamp handles are tight
before cutting, even if the table is positioned in one

of the positive stops.

11. BE SURE blade and flanges are clean and that arbor
screw is tightened securely.

12. USE only blade flanges specified for your saw.

13. USE PROPER BLADE SIZE and type.

14. NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is

15. ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace cracked or damaged
blade immediately.

16. NEVER reach around or behind saw blade.

17.

18.

19.

MAKE SURE blade is not contacting workpiece
before switch is turned on.

NEVER lock the switch in the "ON" position.

AFTER COMPLETING CUT, release power switch
and wait for coasting blade to stop before returning
saw to raised position.

20. TURN OFF tool and wait for saw blade to stop
before moving workpiece or changing settings.

21. DO NOT remove jammed or cut-off pieces until blade
has stopped.

22. NEVER cut ferrous metals or masonry.

23. NEVER recut small pieces.

24. PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WiDE work-
pieces.

25. NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable
liquids or gases.

26. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the
material Only a soft damp cloth should be used to
clean plastic parts.

27. TURN THE MACHINE "OFF" AND DISCONNECT

THE MACHNE from the power source before
installing or removing accessories, before adjusting
or changing set-ups, or when making repairs.

28. TURN THE MACHNE "OFF", disconnect the

machine from the power source, and clean the

tabbiwork area before having the machine. LOCK

THE SWITCH iN THE "OFF" POSITION to prevent
unauthorized use.

29. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe
and proper operation of this tool is available from the
Power Tool 1300 Summer Avenue,

Cleveland, OH 44115-2851. Information is also
available from the National Safety Council, 1121

Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL60143-3201. Please
refer to the American National Standards Institute

ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking
Machines and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA

1910.213 Regulations.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Refer to them often

and use them to instruct others.

POWER CONNECTIONS

A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should

be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-
prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine's plug. Before connecting the
motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the "OFF" position and be sure that the electric current is of the
same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low
voltage will damage the motor.

WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THE MACHINE TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE MACHINE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

Your machine is wired for 120 volt, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the machine to the power source,
make sure the switch is in the "OFF" position.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

_WARNING: THIS MACHINE MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM

ELECTRIC SHOCK.

1. All grounded, cord-connected machines:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding

provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is

equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must

be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and

ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,

have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The
conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is

green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the

electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if

the grounding instructions are not completely

understood, or if in doubt as to whether the machine is
properly grounded.

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor

receptacles that accept the machine's plug, as shown in
Fig. A.

Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

2. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended for
use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less

than 150 volts:

If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an
outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. A, the

machine will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Fig. A. A temporary adapter, which looks like

the adapter illustrated in Fig. B, may be used to connect
this plug to a matching 2-conductor receptacle as shown

in Fig. B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The

temporary adapter should be used only until a properly

grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.

The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent

ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. Whenever

the adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal

screw.

NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.

n

WARNING: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE

RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY

GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, HAVE A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX

CURRENT

CARRYING 7

GROUNDING BLADE "
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX __

GROUNDING

MEANS

ADAPTER

Fig. A Fig. B

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EXTENSION CORDS

Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which
has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which wiii accept the machine's plug. When using an

extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine. An undersized cord will cause
a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. C shows the correct gauge to use depending on

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

MINmMUM GAUGE EXTENSmON CORD

RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WiTH STA31ONARY ELECTRI© MACHINES

Ampere Total Length

Rating Volts of Cord in Feet
0=6 i 20 up to 25

0=6 120 25-50
0=6 i20 50-100
0=6 i20 100-150

6=10 120 up to 25
6=10 120 25-50

6=i0 i20 50-i00
6=i0 i20 i00=i50

i0=12 i20 up to 25
i0=12 i20 25=50

I0=12 i20 50=I00
i0=i2 i20 i00=i50

i2=i6 i20 up to 25
i2=i6 i20 25=50
i2=i6 i20

Gauge of

Extension Cord

i8 AWG
i6 AWG

i6 AWG
i4 AWG

i8 AWG
16 AWG
i4 AWG
i2 AWG

i6 AWG
i6 AWG
i4 AWG

i2 AWG
i4 AWG

i2 AWG

GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED

Fig. C

NG INSTR

Delta Model MS350 is a 10" Compound Power Miter Saw designed to cut wood, plastic, and aluminum. Compound
angle and bevel cutting are easy and accurate. It can crosscut up to 5-3/4" x 2-3/8"at the 90 degree position, miter at
45 degrees, both left and right 4-1/8" x 2-3/8", bevel at 45 degrees left 5-1/2" x 1-9/16", and compound 45 x 45 degrees
4-1/8" x 1-9/16". It has positive miter stops at 0, 22.5, 31.62, and 45 degrees both ieft and right, and bevel stops at 0
and 45 degrees adjustable.

UNPACKING AND CLEANING

Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from
all unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone,
gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household

floor paste wax.

CARTON CONTENTS

Remove the miter saw and all loose items from the
carton. IMPORTANT: CARRYING THE MACHINE BY

THE SWITCH HANDLE WILL CAUSE MISALIGNMENT.
ALWAYS LIFT THE MACHINE BY THE BASE OR BY

THE CARRYING HANDLE (See Fig. 29C). Fig. 2

illustrates the machine and all loose items after they
have been removed from the carton.

1 - Miter Saw
2 - Dust Bag

3 - Wrenches for changing the blade
4 - Clamp

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Fig. 2

_ WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE MITER SAW TO THE POWER SOURCE

UNTIL THE MACHINE IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE
OWNER'S MANUAL.

ROTATING TABLE TO 90
DEGREE POSITION

1. Loosen table lock handle (A)Fig. 3 one or two turns
and depress index lever (B).

2. Rotate table to the left until index stop engages with
the 90 degree positive stop (Fig. 4). Tighten table lock
handle (A).

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Fig. 5 Fig. 6

MOVING CUTTINGHEAD TO THE UP POSITION

1. Push down on switch handle (A) Fig. 5 and pull out cuttinghead lock knob (B).

2. Move the cuttinghead (C) to the up position (Fig. 6).

ATTACHING DUST BAG

1. Attach dust bag (A)Fig. 7 to the dust spout (B)
making sure the wire ring (C) is engaged between the
ridges in the spout.

C

B

FASTENING MACHINE TO

SUPPORTING SURFACE

Before operating your compound miter saw, make sure
it is firmly mounted to a sturdy workbench or other
supporting surface. Four holes are provided, two of which
are shown at (A) Fig. 8.

When frequently moving the saw from place to place, we
suggest that the saw be mounted to a 3/4" piece of
plywood. Use "C" clamps to secure the plywood to a
supporting surface.

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS

TABLE HAZARD AREA

WARNING: The area inside the two red

lines (A) Fig. 9 on the table is designated as
a hazard zone. Never place your hands
inside this area while the tool is being
operated.

1. A work clamp (A) Fig. 10 is supplied with this
machine. Use this clamp, especially with short work-
pieces. Never allow your hands to be in the "Hazard

Zone".

2. Two holes (B) Fig. 9 are provided in the base of the
miter saw, enabling you to use the clamp (A) Fig. 10 on
either the right or left hand side of the machine.

P_ WARNING: Keep hands out of path of saw

blade. If necessary, clamp the workpiece in place
before making cut.

Fig. 9

Fig. 10

Fig. 11 Fig. 12

STARTING AND STOPPING MACHINE

To start the machine, depress switch trigger (A) Fig. 11. To stop the machine, release the switch trigger. This miter saw
is equipped with an automatic electric blade brake. As soon as the switch trigger (A) Fig. 11 is released, the electric
brake is activated and stops the blade in seconds.

_WARNING: A turning saw blade can be hazardous. After completing cut, release the switch trigger (A) Fig. 11 to

activate blade brake. Keep cuttinghead down until blade has come to a complete stop.

_WARNING: The torque developed during braking may loosen the arbor screw. The arbor screw should be

checked periodically and tightened if necessary.

LOCKING SWITCH IN THE "OFF" POSITION

IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, the switch should be locked in the "OFF" position to prevent
unauthorized use, using a padlock (B) Fig. 12 with a 3/16" diameter shackle.

ROTATING TABLE FOR MITER CUTTING

Your miter saw wiii cut any angle from a straight 90 degree cut

to 47 degrees right and left. Loosen iock handle (A) Fig. 13 one

or two turns, depress index lever (B), and move the table to the
desired angle. TIGHTEN LOCK HANDLE {A}.

The miter saw is equipped with positive stops at the 0, 22.5,

31.62, and 45 degree right and left positions. Loosen lock
handle (A) Fig. 13, and move the table until the bottom of the
index lever (B) engages into one of the positive stops, three of
which are shown at (C). TIGHTEN LOCK HANDLE (A). To
disengage the positive stop, loosen lock handle and depress
index lever (B).

Fig. 13

In addition, a triangle indicator and positive stop are provided on
the miter scab at the 31.62 degrees right and left miter positions
for cutting crown moulding. (Refer to the "CUTTING CROWN MOULDING" section of this manual).

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS TIGHTEN LOCK HANDLE (A) FIG. 13 BEFORE CUTTING.

POINTER AND SCALE

An indicator (E) Fig. 14 shows the actual angle of cut.

Each line on the scale (F) represents 1/2 degree. When
the indicator is moved from one line to the next on the

scale, the angle of cut is changed by 1/2 degree.

ADJUSTING POINTER

If it becomes necessary to adjust the indicator (E) Fig.

14, loosen screws (G), adjust the indicator (E), and
tighten screws.

TOOL STORAGE

Convenient storage spaces for both the supplied blade

removal wrench and the supplied hex wrench are

located on the machine.

The hex wrench storage (A) Fig. 15 is located immedi-

ately behind the sliding fence (B).

The blade removal wrench storage (C) Fig. 16 is located

behind the opposite fence (D).

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

Fig. 16

LOCKING CUTTINGHEAD
IN THE DOWN POSITION

When transporting the saw, the cuttinghead should always be
locked in the down position. Lower the cuttinghead (A) Fig. 17,
and push in cuttinghead lock knob (B) until it engages with hole
in cuttinghead. IMPORTANT: CARRYING THE MACHINE BY

THE SWlTCH HANDLE WILL CAUSE MISALIGNMENT.
ALWAYS LIFT THE MACHINE BY THE BASE OR BY THE

CARRYING HANDLE (See Fig. 29C).

TILTING CUTTINGHEAD FOR

BEVEL CUTTING

The cuttinghead of your compound miter saw can be tiHtedto
cut any beveHangHefrom a 90 degree straight cut off to a 45
degree HeftbeveHangHe. Push HockhandHe (A) Fig. 18 in and
turn counter-clockwise. TiHtcuttinghead to the desired angHe,
and tighten HockhandHe(A) Fig. 18.
Positive stops are provided to rapidHy position the saw
bHadeat 90 and 45 degrees to the tame. Refer to the section

of this manuaH tithed "ADJUSTING 90 AND 45 DEGREE
BEVEL STOPS." The beveH angHe of the cuttinghead is

determined by the position of the pointer (C) Fig. 19 on the
scaHe(D).

In addition, a triangHe indicator is provided on the bevel scale
at the 33.85 degree bevel angle for cutting crown moulding.

Refer to the "CUTTING CROWN MOULDING" section of this
manual.

Fig. 17

ADJUSTING FENCE
90 DEGREES TO BLADE

Fig. 18 Fig. 19

If the fence (A) Fig. 20 is removed from the saw, adjust it after replacement so that it is 90 degrees to the blade as
follows:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.

2. Place one end of the square (B) Fig. 20 against the fence (A)and the other end against the blade.

3. To adjust, loosen the four screws (C) Fig. 21, and adjust fence 90 degrees to the blade. NOTE: Two of the screws
are located under the sliding fence. Remove lock knob (D) Fig. 21 and sliding fence (E)to gain access to the screws.

4. Tighten the four screws (C) Fig. 21.

5. Replace sliding fence and lock knob removed in STEP 3.

Fig. 20 Fig. 21

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ADJUSTING SLIDING FENCE

The sliding fence (A) Fig. 21B provides support of extra large workpieces and should be set as close as possible to the

saw blade. When miter cutting (blade set 90 degrees to the table and at an angle to the right or left), set the fence all
the way toward the blade (Fig. 21B). When bevel cutting (blade tilted at an angle to the table), move the fence away
from the blade to allow for proper clearance for the saw blade and guard (Fig. 21C). To accomplish this, loosen the

Iockknob (B), slide the fence to the desired location, and tighten the Iockknob.

Fig. 21B Fig. 210

ADJUSTING DOWNWARD TRAVEL OF SAW BLADE

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.

2. The downward travel of the saw blade should be limited to prevent the saw blade from contacting any metal

surfaces of the machine. This adjustment is made by loosening Iockknob (A)Fig. 22, and turning adjusting screw (B) in

or out.

3. Lower the blade as far as possible. Rotate the blade by hand to make certain the teeth do not contact any metal

surfaces and adjust if necessary.

4. After the downward travel of the saw blade has been adjusted, tighten Iockknob (A) Fig. 22.

ADJUSTING 90 AND 45 DEGREE BEVEL STOPS

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.

2. Lock machine in "down" position.

3. Place one end of a square (A) Fig. 23 on the table and the other end against the blade. Check to see if the blade

is 90 degrees to the table (Fig. 23).

Fig. 22 Fig. 23

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4. If anadjustmentisnecessary,pushinHockhandHe
(D)Fig24,andturncounter-clockwise.LoosenHockknob

(B)Fig.24,andusea3mmhexwrenchtoturnscrew(C)
unfiHbHadeis90degreestothetable.TightenHockknob

(B).

Fig.24

5. Raisecuttinghead.PushinandturnHockhandHecounter-clockwiseto Hoosen.

6. MovethecuttingheadaHthewaytotheHeftbeveHpositionandtightenHockhandHe.

7. Useacombinationsquare(A)Fig.25to seeifthebHadeisat45degreesto thetabHe.

8. Ifanadjustmentisnecessary,pushinHockhandHe(D)Fig26,andturncounter-clockwise.LoosenHockknob(E)Fig.
26,andusea3mmhexwrenchtoturnscrew(F)untiHMadeis45degreestothetabHe.TightenHockknob(E).TightenHock

handHe.
Thesepositivestopsenableyouto rapidlypositionthebladeatthe90and45degreebevelangletothetable.

Fig. 25

ADJUSTING TENSION
OF CUTTINGHEAD

RETURN SPRING

The tension of the cuttinghead return spring has been
adjusted at the factory so that the cuttinghead returns to
the up position after a cut has been made. If it becomes
necessary to adjust the spring tension, proceed as

follows:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.

2. Loosen Iockknob (A)Fig. 27 and turn screw (B)
clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease

the spring tension. After the spring tension has been
adjusted, tighten Iockknob (A).

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Fig. 26

Fig. 27

TYPICAL OPERATIONS AND HELPFUL HINTS

1. Before cutting, make certain the cuttinghead and

table are at their correct settings and firmly locked in

place.

2. Place the workpiece on the table and hold or clamp

it firmly against the fence. Fig. 28 illustrates the supplied

work clamp (A). The clamp (A) can be used on either the

left or right side of the machine (See Fig. 9).

3. _ WARNING: If the position or size of the work-

piece causes your hand to be within the hazard zone of

of the saw blade, clamp the workpiece in place before

making cut.

4. For best results, cut at a slow, even cutting rate.

5. Never attempt freehand cutting (wood that is not

held or clamped firmly against the fence and table).

Fig. 28

AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE

_WARNING: When performing multiple or repetitive cut-off
operations that result in small cut-off pieces, one inch or less, it is
possible for the saw blade to catch the cut-off pieces and project
them out of the machine or into the blade guard and housing,
possibly causing damage or injury. To limit the possibility of personal
injury or blade guard damage, an auxiliary wood fence can be
mounted to your saw (Fig. 29).

A

A

Holes are provided in the fence to attach an auxiliary fence. This Fig. 29
auxiliary fence is constructed of straight wood approximately 1/2"

thick by 3" high by 20" long. NOTE: The auxiliary fence (A) is used ONLY with the saw blade in the 0 degree bevel
position (90 degrees to the table). When bevel cutting (blade tilted), the auxiliary fence will have to be removed.

REAR SU PPO RT/CAR RYING

HANDLE

A rear support bar (A) Fig. 29B is provided to prevent the

machine from tipping to the rear when the cuttinghead is
returned to the up position. For maximum support the bar (A)
should be pulled out as far as possible.

The support bar (A) Fig. 29C can also be used to carry the

machine.

NOTE: Leave the rear support extended during all cutting
operations. Push the rear support in only when storing the

machine.

Fig. 29B

Fig. 29C

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SIDE SUPPORTS

This machine has two side supports to (1) help stabilize the machine, and (2) to help support long or wide workpieces.
The supports are located on either side of the table. The machine comes with the supports pushed in (Fig. 29D). To
utilize the supports, pull them out to their full length (Fig. 29E).

Fig. 29D Fig. 29E

GENERAL CUTTING OPERATIONS

1. Your machine has the capacity to cut standard 2 x 4's lying flat or on edge, at the 45 degree right and left miter angles
(Figs. 30A and 30B).

2. A standard 2 x 6 can be cut in the 90 degree straight cut-off position in one pass (Fig. 30C).

3. A standard 4 x 4 can be cut with one pass (Fig. 30D).

4. This machine has the capacity to accurately cut crown moldings and other bevel-type cuts (Fig. 30E).

5. Cutting various sizes of plastic pipe is an easy job with this machine (Fig. 30F).

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Fig. 30A Fig.30B

Fig. 30C Fig. 30D

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Fig.30E

CUTTING ALUMINUM

Aluminum extrusions such as used for making aluminum

screens and storm windows can easily be cut with
your compound miter saw. When cutting aluminum

extrusions, or other sections that can be cut with a saw
blade and are within the capacity of the machine,

position the material so the blade is cutting through the
smallest cross-section (Fig. 31). The wrong way to cut

aluminum angles is illustrated in Fig. 32. Be sure to apply
a stick wax to the blade before cutting aluminum stock.

This stick wax is available at most industrial mill supply

houses. The wax provides proper lubrication and keeps
chips from adhering to the blade.

WARNING: NEVER APPLY LUBRICANT TO THE

BLADE WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING.

FENCE

Fig. 30F

BLADE

RIGHT

Fig. 31

--! !BLADE

WRONG

FENCE_

Fig. 32

CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL

When cutting flat pieces, first check to see if the material is bowed. If it is, make sure the material
is positioned on the table as shown in Fig. 33.

If the material is positioned the wrong way (Fig. 34), the workpiece will pinch the blade near the
completion of the cut.

Fig. 33

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Fig. 34

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CUTTING
CROWN MOULDING

One of the many features of your saw is the ease of
cutting crown moulding.The following is an example of
cutting both inside and outside corners on 52/38 degree
wall angle crown moulding. NOTE: When cutting 45 degree
wall angle crown moulding, the following procedure for

inside and outside corners is the same with the
exception that the bevel position will always be at 30

degrees and the miter position will be 35.25 degrees to
the right or left.

1. Move the table to the 31.62 degree right miter
position and lock the table in position. NOTE: A triangle
indicator and positive stop are are provided on the miter
scale to help find this angle quickly.

2. Tilt the saw blade to the 33.85 degree left bevel
position and tighten bevel lock handle. NOTE: A triangle
indicator is provided on the bevel scale to find this angle
quickly.

3. Place the crown moulding on the table with the
CEILING EDGE (AA) Fig. 35 of the moulding against the
fence, and make the cut (Fig. 35). NOTE: The piece of
crown moulding used for the outside corner will always
be on the right hand side of the blade (A) Fig. 35. The
piece of crown moulding used for the inside corner will
always be on the left hand side of the blade (B) Fig. 35.

4. To make the matching halves of the inside and
outside corners, rotate the table to the 31.62 degree left
miter position and tighten table lock handle. NOTE: A
triangle indicator and a positive stop are provided on the
miter scale to find this angle quickly.

5. Place the crown moulding on the table with the
WALL EDGE (BB) Fig. 36 of the crown moulding against
the fence and make the cut. Again, the piece of crown
moulding used for the outside corner will always be on
the right side of the blade (C) Fig. 36. The piece of crown
moulding used for the inside corner will always be on the
left side of the blade (D) Fig. 36.

6. Fig. 37 illustrates the two outside corner pieces - (A)
being the piece cut at (A) Fig. 35, and (C) being the piece
cut at (C) Fig. 36.

7. Fig. 38 illustrates the two inside corner pieces - (B)
being the piece cut at (B) Fig. 35, and (D) being the piece
cut at (D) Fig. 36.

B

Fig. 35

Fig. 36

Fig. 37

D

Fig. 38

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MAINTENANCE

CHANGING THE BLADE

WARNING: USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW

BLADES. WHEN USING CARBIDE TIPPED BLADES,
DO NOT USE BLADES WITH DEEP GULLETS AS THEY

CAN DEFLECT AND CONTACT THE GUARD. USE ONLY
10" DIAMETER SAW BLADES WHICH ARE RATED FOR
5200 RPM OR HIGHER AND HAVE 5/8" DIAMETER

ARBOR HOLES.

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.

Fig. 39

2. Remove screw (A) Fig. 39 and rotate cover (B) to the
rear (Fig. 40).

Fig. 40

3. To remove the saw blade, insert hex wrench (C)
Fig. 41 into the hex hole located on the rear end of the
motor shaft to keep the shaft from turning.

4. Use a wrench (D) Fig. 42 to loosen arbor screw (E)
by turning it clockwise.

5. Remove arbor screw (E)Fig. 42, outside blade

flange (F), and saw blade (G) from saw arbor.

6. Attach new saw blade MAKING CERTAIN TEETH

OF SAW BLADE ARE POINTING DOWN AT THE
FRONT. Attach outside blade flange (F)Fig. 42, and

arbor screw (E) by turning it counterclockwise using
wrench (D) Fig. 42. At the same time, use hex wrench (C)
Fig. 41 to keep the arbor from turning.

7. Replace screw and cover that was rotated to the
rear in STEP 2.

WARNING: REMOVE WRENCHES (C) FIG. 41 AND

(D) FIG. 42 BEFORE STARTING MACHINE.

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Fig. 41

Fig. 42

BRUSH INSPECTION

AND REPLACEMENT

Brush life varies. It depends on the load on the motor.
Check the brushes after the first 50 hours of use for a

new machine or after a new set of brushes has been
installed. After the first check, examine them after about

10 hours of use until such time that replacement is
necessary. To inspect the brushes, proceed as follows:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.

2. Remove three screws (A) Fig. 43 and remove motor
cover (B).

3. The brushes are located in thetwo holders (C) Fig. 44.
Remove spade type terminal connector (D) and pull out
brush holders (C).

Fig. 43

Fig. 44

4. Fig. 45 illustrates one of the brushes (E) removed
from the holder (C). When the carbon on either brush (E)
is worn to 3/16" in length or if either spring (F)or shunt
wire is burned or damaged in any way, replace both

brushes. If the brushes are found to be serviceable after
removing, reinstall them in the same position.

Fig. 45

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NOTES

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