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DW715
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
(AUG09) Part No. N039232 DW715 Copyright © 2007, 2008, 2009 D
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in death or serious injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286
EWALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme;
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
EWALT (1-800-433-9258)
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious
injury
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Double Insulation
Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical insulation
or one double thickness of insulation between you and the tool’s electrical system. Tools built
with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, your tool is equipped
with a two prong plug which permits you to use extension cords without concern for maintaining
a ground connection.
NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating
this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible
electrical insulation failure within the tool.
CAUTION: WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. Repair or
replace damaged cords.
Polarized Plugs
Polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other) are used on equipment to reduce the risk of
electric shock. When provided, this plug will fit in the 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.
Safety Instructions For All Tools
This miter saw accepts the DEWALT worklight and laser attachments.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of eye injury, ALWAYS use eye protection when operating
the miter saw.
• KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in working order.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys
and adjusting wrenches are removed from spindle before turning tool on. Tools, scrap pieces,
and other debris can be thrown at high speed, causing injury.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
• DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. The use of power tools
in damp or wet locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep your work area
well-lit to avoid tripping or placing arms, hands, and fingers in danger.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area. Your
shop is a potentially dangerous environment.
• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter
keys. The unauthorized start-up of a machine by a child or visitor may result in injury.
• DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
Using the incorrect tool or attachment may result in personal injury.
• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other
jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair. Air vents may cover moving parts and should also be
avoided.
• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also
use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY
EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection
• SECURE THE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece on the table
and against the fence or when your hand will be dangerously close to the blade [within
6" (152 mm)]. It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
12" (305 mm) Compound Miter Saw
EWALT
• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Loss of balance may
cause personal injury.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Poorly maintained tools and
machines can further damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
• TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER
SOURCE before installing or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing set-ups,
when making repairs or changing locations. An accidental start-up can cause injury. Do not
touch the plug’s metal prongs when unplugging or plugging in the cord.
• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure that the switch is in the
“OFF” position before plugging in the power cord.
• USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. If
your product is equipped with a cordset, use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding-type plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one 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. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
Ampere Rating
More
Than
0 6 18 16 16 14
610 18161412
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
• CHECK for 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 should be properly repaired or replaced. Do not use tool if switch does
not turn it on and off.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Use only accessories that are recommended
by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may be
hazardous when used on another tool. Consult the instruction manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool
is unintentionally contacted.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until
it comes to a complete stop. Serious injury can result.
• DO NOT OPERATE ELECTRIC TOOLS NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR IN GASEOUS
OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES. Motors in these tools may spark and ignite fumes.
• STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE. DO NOT
USE THE MACHINE WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS
or ALCOHOL. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in injury.
Not More
Than
120V
240V
25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
AWG
Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your saw) to replace safety
rules. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
• DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is completely assembled and installed according
to the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can cause serious injury.
• OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not
thoroughly familiar with the operation of this machine. Knowledge is safety.
• STABILITY. Make sure the miter saw is placed on a secure supporting surface and does not
slip or move during use. If the mobility kit is installed, raise the moveable caster(s) so saw is
in its stationary position.
• FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended electrical connections to prevent shock
or electrocution. Protect electric supply line with at least a 15 ampere time-delay fuse or a
circuit breaker.”
• MAKE CERTAIN the blade rotates in the correct direction. The teeth on the blade should
point in the direction of rotation as marked on the saw.
• TIGHTEN ALL CLAMP HANDLES, knobs and levers prior to operation. Loose clamps can
cause parts or the workpiece to be thrown at high speeds.
• BE SURE all blade and blade clamps are clean, recessed sides of blade clamps are against
blade and arbor screw is tightened securely. Loose or improper blade clamping may result in
damage to the saw and possible personal injury.
• ALWAYS USE A SHARP BLADE. Check the blade to see if it runs true and is free from
vibration. A dull or a vibrating blade can cause damage to the machine and/or serious
injury.
• DO NOT OPERATE ON ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE DESIGNATED VOLTAGE for the
saw. Overheating, damage to the tool and personal injury may occur.
• DO NOT WEDGE ANYTHING AGAINST THE FAN to hold the motor shaft. Damage to tool
and possible personal injury may occur.
• DO NOT force cutting action. Stalling or partial stalling of motor can cause damage. To the
machine or blade and/or serious injury.
• ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME TO FULL SPEED prior to starting cut. Starting the cut too
soon may cause damage to the machine or blade and/or serious injury.
• NEVER CUT FERROUS METALS (Those with any iron or steel content) or masonry. Either
of these can cause the carbide tips to fly off the blade at high speeds causing serious
injury.
• DO NOT USE ABRASIVE WHEELS. The excessive heat and abrasive particles generated
by them may damage the saw and cause personal injury.
• NEVER have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade. Personal injury will
occur.
• NEVER apply blade lubricant to a running blade. Applying lubricant could cause your hand
to move into the blade resulting in serious injury.
• DO NOT place either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to the power source.
Inadvertent blade activation may result in serious injury.
• DO NOT PERFORM FREE-HAND OPERATIONS (workpiece not supported by table and
fence). Hold the work firmly against the fence and table. Free-hand operations on a miter saw
could cause the workpiece to be thrown at high speeds, causing serious injury.
• NEVER REACH AROUND or behind the saw blade. A blade can cause serious injury.
• DO NOT reach underneath the saw unless it is unplugged and turned off. Contact with saw
blade may cause personal injury.
• SECURE THE MACHINE TO A STABLE SUPPORTING SURFACE. Vibration can possibly
cause the machine to slide, walk or tip over, causing serious injury.
• USE ONLY CROSSCUT SAW BLADES recommended for miter saws. For best results, do
not use carbide tipped blades with hook angles in excess of 7 degrees. Do not use blades
with deep gullets. These can deflect and contact the guard, and can cause damage to the
machine and/or serious injury.
• USE ONLY BLADES OF THE CORRECT SIZE AND TYPE specified for this tool to prevent
damage to the machine and/or serious injury.
• INSPECT BLADE FOR CRACKS or other damage prior to operation. A cracked or damaged
blade can come apart and pieces can be thrown at high speeds, causing serious injury.
Replace cracked or damaged blades immediately.
• CLEAN THE BLADE AND BLADE CLAMPS prior to operation. Cleaning the blade and
blade clamps allows you to check for any damage to the blade or blade clamps. A cracked
or damaged blade or blade clamp can come apart and pieces can be thrown at high speeds,
causing serious injury.
• DO NOT use lubricants or cleaners (particularly spray or aerosol) in the vicinity of the
plastic guard. The polycarbonate material used in the guard is subject to attack by certain
chemicals.
• ALWAYS USE THE KERF PLATE AND REPLACE THIS PLATE WHEN DAMAGED. Small
chip accumulation under the saw may interfere with the saw blade or may cause instability of
workpiece when cutting.
• USE ONLY BLADE CLAMPS specified for this tool to prevent damage to the machine and/
or serious injury.
• CLEAN THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS of chips and sawdust. Clogged motor air slots can cause
the machine to overheat, damaging the machine and possibly causing a short which could
cause serious injury.
• KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the blade to prevent severe cuts. Clamp
all workpieces that would cause your hand to be within 6" (152 mm) of the saw blade.
• NEVER LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE “ON” position. Severe personal injury may result.
• TURN OFF THE MACHINE and allow the blade to come to a complete stop before raising
the arm and prior to cleaning the blade area, removing debris in the path of the blade, before
servicing or adjusting tool. A moving blade can cause serious injury.
• PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE WORKPIECES. Loss of control of the workpiece
can cause injury.
• NEVER cross arms in front of blade while using tool. Always make a dry run (unpowered)
before making a finish cut so that you can check the path of the blade or severe personal
injury may result.
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of power tools (i.e.
a safety video) is available from the Power Tool Institute, 1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland,
OH 44115-2851 (www.powertoolinstitute.com). Information is also available from the National
Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. 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.
WARNING: Do not connect unit to electrical power source until complete instructions are read
and understood.
WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI
S12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product
may contribute to hearing loss.
WARNING: NEVER MAKE ANY CUT UNLESS THE MATERIAL IS SECURED ON THE
TABLE AND AGAINST THE FENCE.
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 (CCA).
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.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas
with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may
promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.
For your convenience and safety, the following warning labels are on your miter saw.
ON MOTOR HOUSING:
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING SAW.
WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL RE PLACE MENT PARTS.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
ON MOVING FENCES:
ALWAYS ADJUST FENCE
PROPERLY BEFORE USE. CLAMP
SMALL PIECES BEFORE CUTTING.
SEE MANUAL.
ON GUARD:
DANGER–KEEP AWAY FROM BLADE.
ON UPPER GUARD:
PROPERLY SECURE BRACKET WITH BOTH SCREWS BEFORE USE.
ON TABLE: (2 PLACES)
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING MITER SAW. KEEP HANDS OUT OF PATH OF
SAW BLADE. DO NOT OPERATE SAW WITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACE.
CHECK LOWER GUARD FOR PROPER CLOSING BEFORE EACH USE.
ALWAYS TIGHTEN ADJUSTMENT KNOBS BEFORE USE. DO NOT
PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND. NEVER REACH IN BACK
OF SAW BLADE. NEVER CROSS ARMS IN FRONT OF BLADE. TURN OFF TOOL
AND WAIT FOR SAW BLADE TO STOP BEFORE MOVING WORKPIECE, CHANGING
SETTINGS OR MOVING HANDS. DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE CHANGING BLADE
OR SERVICING. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, RETURN CARRIAGE TO THE FULL
REAR POSITION AFTER EACH CROSSCUT OPERATION. THINK! YOU CAN PREVENT
ACCIDENTS.
ON BASE: (2 PLACES)
FIG. 1
END
PLATE
LOCK NUTS
DW7082
DWS7085
FIG. 2
DW7080
DW7187
OPERATING HANDLE
GUARD
DW7051
BRACKET
KNOBS
DW7084
FIG. 1A
MOTOR END CAP
Electrical Connection
Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking. 120 volts, AC means that your
saw will operate on alternating current. The switch is suseptible to failure if direct current is
used. A voltage decrease of 10 percent or more will cause a loss of power and overheating. All
EWALT tools are factory tested. If this tool does not operate, check the power supply.
D
Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by DEWALT, have not been tested
with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk
of injury, only D
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available for purchase from your local
dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory for your
tool, please contact D
call 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website www.dewalt.com.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES (FIG. 1)
The following accessories, designed for your saw, may be helpful. In some cases, other locally
obtained work supports, length stops, clamps, etc., may be more appropriate. Use care in
selecting and using accessories.
Laser Guide System: DW7187
Laser is available at extra cost from D
retailer. Instructions for installation are included with the accessory. Read and follow all
directions for safe installation and use (not shown).
Extension, Work Support: DW7080
Used to support long overhanging workpieces, the work support is user assembled.Your
saw table is designed to accept two work supports; one on each side.
Adjustable Length Stop: DW7051
Requires the use of one work support (see drawing). It is used to make repetitive cuts of the
same length from 0 to 42" (107 cm).
Clamp: DW7082
Used for firmly clamping workpiece to the saw table for precision cutting.
Dust Bag: DW7053 (Included with some models)
Equipped with a zipper for easy emptying, the dust bag will capture the majority of the
sawdust produced (not shown).
Crown Molding Fence: DW7084
Used for precision cutting of crown molding.
Miter Saw LED Worklight System: DWS7085
Lighting used for greater visibility and cutting alignment during operation. Easy to install.
Kerf Plate Blank: DW7055
Used to limit back side tear out of material or as a replacement kerf plate (not shown).
SAW BLADES: ALWAYS USE 12" (305 mm) SAW BLADES WITH 1" (25.4 mm) ARBOR
HOLES. SPEED RATING MUST BE AT LEAST 4800 RPM. Never use a smaller diameter
blade. It will not be guarded properly. Use crosscut blades only! Do not use blades designed
for ripping, combination blades or blades with hook angles in excess of 7˚.
EWALT, recommended accessories should be used with this product.
EWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286,
EWALT Service Centers and your home improvement
BENCH
MOUNTING
HOLES
MITER
SCALE
CARRY
HANDLE
DUST SPOUT
45° BEVEL STOP
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
LOCK DOWN
PIN
OVERRIDE
TRIGGER
SWITCH
MITER
LEVER
MOTOR
HOUSING
MITER
OVERRIDE
LEVER
MITER
LOCK LEVER
LOCK DOWN
BEVEL SCALE
BENCH MOUNTING
OPERATING
HANDLE
PIN
HOLES
LEFT SIDE
FENCE
BLADE DESCRIPTIONS
APPLICATION DIAMETER TEETH
Construction Saw Blades (thin kerf with anti-stick rim)
General Purpose 12" (305 mm) 40
Fine Crosscuts 12" (305 mm) 60
Woodworking Saw Blades (provide smooth, clean cuts)
Fine crosscuts 12" (305 mm) 80
Non-ferrous metals 12" (305 mm) 96
NOTE: For cutting non-ferrous metals, use only saw blades with
TCG teeth designed for this purpose.
BEVEL LOCK
KNOB
0°/45° BEVEL
OVERRIDE
LEVERS
BEVEL STOP
A 33,85° PAWL
0°
BEVEL STOP
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
FENCE LOCK
KNOB
HAND
INDENTATIONS
BLADE
WRENCH
FIG. 3
Unpacking Your Saw
Check the contents of your miter saw carton to make sure that you have received all parts. In
addition to this instruction manual, the carton should contain:
• One No. DW715 miter saw.
A
• One D
• One blade wrench in wrench pocket shown in Figure 2.
• One DW7053 dustbag (some models).
EWALT 12" (305 mm) dia. saw blade
FIG. 3A
FIG. 4
FIG. 6
MITER
SCALE
FIG. 8
FIG. 9
Specifications
CAPACITY OF CUT
50° miter left and right
48° bevel left, 3° bevel right
0° miter
Max. Height 3.5" (89 mm) Result Width 6.5" (165 mm)
Max. Width 7.7" (196 mm) Result Height 2.6" (66 mm)
45° miter
Max. Height 3.5" (89 mm) Result Width 4.7" (120 mm)
Max. Width 5.5" (140 mm) Result Height 2.6" (66 mm)
45° bevel - Left
Max. Height 2.3" (58 mm) Result Width 6.7" (170 mm)
Max. Width 7.7" (196 mm) Result Height 1.7" (43 mm)
DRIVE
120 Volt Motor
1600 Watts (max in) 15 Amp Motor
4000 RPM Cut Helical Gears
Roller Bearings Carbide Blade
Automatic Electric Brake
Familiarization
Your miter saw is fully assembled in the car ton. Open the box and lift the saw out by the
convenient carry ing handle, as shown in Figure 1A. Place the saw on a smooth, flat surface such
as a workbench or strong table.
Examine Figure 2 to become familiar with the saw and its various parts. The section on
adjus tments will refer to these terms and you must know what and where the parts are.
CAUTION: Pinch Hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, keep thumb underneath the handle
when pulling the handle down. The lower guard will move up as the handle is pulled down which
could cause pinching. The handle is placed close to the guard for special cuts.
Press down lightly on the operating handle and pull out the lock down pin, as shown in Figure 2.
Gently release the downward pressure and hold the arm allowing it to rise to its full height. Use the
lock down pin when carrying the saw from one place to another. Always use the carrying handle
to transport the saw or the hand indentations shown in Figure 2 and 4.
C
D
FIG. 5
FIG. 3B
B
D
E
F
G
H
I
Bench Mounting
Holes are provided in all four feet to facilitate bench mounting, as shown in Figure 2. (Two
different sized holes are provided to accommodate different sizes of screws. Use either hole,
it is not necessary to use both.) Always mount your saw firmly to a stable surface to prevent
movement. To enhance the tool’s portability, it can be mounted to a piece of 1/2" (12.7 mm) or
thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work support or moved to other job sites
and reclamped.
NOTE: If you elect to mount your saw to a piece of plywood, make sure that the mounting
screws don’t protrude from the bottom of the wood. The plywood must sit flush on the work
support. When clamping the saw to any work surface, clamp only on the clamping bosses where
the mounting screw holes are located. Clamping at any other point will surely interfere with the
proper operation of the saw.
CAUTION: To prevent binding and inaccuracy, be sure the mounting surface is not warped or
otherwise uneven. If the saw rocks on the surface place a thin piece of material under one saw
foot until the saw sits firmly on the mounting surface.
POINTER
FIG. 7
K
J
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
M
Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade (Fig. 3)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and disconnect
it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories or make any
adjustments accept as written in laser adjustment instructions.
CAUTION:
L
POINTER
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
U
• Never depress the spindle lock button while the blade is under power or coasting.
• Do not cut ferrous metal (containing iron or steel) or masonry or fiber cement product
with this miter saw.
Removing the Blade
1. Unplug the saw.
2. Raise the arm to the upper position and raise the lower guard (A) as far as possible.
3. Loosen, but do not remove guard bracket screw (B) until the bracket can be raised far
enough to access the blade screw. Lower guard will remain raised due to the position of the
guard bracket screw.
4. Depress the spindle lock button (C) while carefully rotating the saw blade by hand until
the lock engages.
5. Keeping the button depressed, use the other hand and the wrench provided (D) to loosen
the blade screw. (Turn clockwise, left-hand threads.)
6. Remove the blade screw (E), outer blade clamp (F), and blade (G). The 1" (25.4 mm) blade
adapter (H), if used, and the inner blade clamp (I), may be left on the spindle.
NOTE: For blades with a blade hole of 5/8" (15.88 mm), the 1" (25.4 mm) blade adapter is
not used.
Installing a Blade
1. Unplug the saw.
2. With the arm raised, the lower guard held open and the guard bracket, place the blade on
the spindle, onto the blade adapter [if using a blade with a 1" (25.4 mm) diameter blade
L
N
P
O
R
hole] and against the inner blade clamp with the teeth at the bottom of the blade pointing
toward the back of the saw.
3. Assemble the outer blade clamp onto the spindle.
4. Install the blade screw and, engaging the spindle lock, tighten the screw firmly with wrench
provided. (Turn counterclockwise, left-hand threads.)
NOTE: When using blades with a 5/8" (15.88 mm) diameter blade hole, the blade adapter will
not be used and should be stored in a safe place for future use.
5. Return the guard bracket to its original position and firmly tighten the guard bracket screw
to hold bracket in place.
WARNING:
FIG. 10
• The guard bracket must be returned to its original position and
the screw tightened before activating the saw.
• Failure to do so may allow the guard to contact the spinning
saw blade resulting in damage to the saw and severe personal
injury.
FIG. 11
V
PROPER CUT
FIG. 11A
Transporting the Saw
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and disconnect
it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories or make any
adjustments accept as written in laser adjustment instructions.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury. ALWAYS lock the miter lock
handle, bevel lock handle, down lock pin and fence adjustment knob before transporting
saw.
In order to conveniently carry the miter saw from place to place, a carrying handle has
been included on the top of the saw arm and hand indentations in the base, as shown in
Figures 2 and 4.
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and disconnect
it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories or make any
adjustments accept as written in laser adjustment instructions.
NOTE: Your miter saw is fully and accurately adjusted at the factory at the time of manufacture.
If readjustment due to shipping and handling or any other reason is required, follow the steps
below to adjust your saw.
Once made, these adjustments should remain accurate. Take a little time now to follow these
directions carefully to maintain the accuracy of which your saw is capable.
IMPROPER CUT