King Canada 8370 User Manual

8-1/4” SLIDING

COMPOUND MITER SAW

MODEL: 8370

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

2-YEAR

LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR THIS MITER SAW

OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARANTY

KING CANADA TOOLS

FOR NON-COMMERCIAL USE.

PROOF OF PURCHASE

Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for this tool are available at our authorized KING CANADA service centers across Canada. For servicing, contact or return to the retailer where you purchased your product along with your proof of purchase.

LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY

KING CANADA makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. KING CANADA warrants to the original retail consumer a 2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free from defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations and lack of maintenance. KING CANADA shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products. To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned for examination by the retailer. Shipping and handling charges may apply. If a defect is found, KING CANADA will either repair or replace the product.

PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS

Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.

KING CANADA TOOLS INC. DORVAL, QUEBEC, CANADA H9P 2Y4

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

OLTAGE WARNING:Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same

as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that for the specified tool can result in SERIOUS

NJURY to the user - as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less

I than the nameplate is harmful to the motor.

1. KNOW YOUR TOOL

Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its specific potential hazards.

2. GROUND THE TOOL.

This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding

NEVER connect the green wire to a live terminal.

wire.

3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.

Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.

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. Make sure the floor is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust buildup.

6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.

Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate surrounding work space.

7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.

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

8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.

Use padlocks, master switches or remove starter keys.

9. USE PROPER SPEED.

A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the proper speed.

10. USE RIGHT TOOL.

Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it

was not designed.

1. WEAR PROPER

Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. W to contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.

APPAREL.

ear protective hair covering

12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.

13. DON’T OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.

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

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.

Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.

16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.

Make sure the switch is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.

18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.

Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store materials such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.

19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.

Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will operate properly and perform their intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING TTENDED.

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urn power ‘’OFF’

T to a complete stop.

’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAWS

1. WARNING: USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW BLADES.

WHEN USING CARBIDE TIPPED BLADES, DO NOT USE BLADES WITH DEEP GUILLETS AS THEY CAN DEFLECT

ND CONTACT GUARD.

ARNING: Do not operate the miter saw until it is completely

2.W assembled and installed according to the instructions.

IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of compound miter saws, obtain advice from your supervisor, instructor or other qualified person.

DO NOT perform any operation freehand. Secure or clamp work

4. piece firmly against fence.

WARNING: Keep hands out of path of saw blade. If the

5. workpiece you are cutting would cause your hand to be within 4 inches off the saw blade, the workpiece should be clamped in place before making cut.

BE SURE blade is sharp, runs freely and is free of vibration.

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

KEEP motor air slots clean and free of chips.

ALWAYS MAKE SURE all clamp handles are tight before cutting

9. even if the table is positioned in one of the positive stops.

10. BE SURE blade and flanges are clean and that arbor screw is

tightened securely.

USE only blade flanges specified for your saw.

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NEVER reach around or behind saw blade.

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MAKE SURE blade is not contacting workpiece before switch is

19. urned on.

EVERlock the switch in the "ON" position.

MPORTANT:After completing cut, release power switch and

wait for coasting blade to stop before returning saw to raised position.

TURN OFF tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving

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workpiece or changing settings.

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

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stopped.

NEVER cut ferrous metals or masonry.

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NEVER re-cut small pieces.

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PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw table for

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long workpieces.

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

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gases.

NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents could

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possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. Only a soft damp cloth should be used to clean plastic parts.

DISCONNECT power by unplugging tool before changing blade

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or servicing.

NEVER use blades larger or smaller in diameter than 8-1/4

12. inches.

NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.

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

NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less than

15. 5000 RPM.

USE the blade guard at all times.

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ALWAYS keep the lower blade guard in place and operating

properly.

DISCONNECT saw from power source before leaving it.

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31. MAKE SURE the work area is cleaned before leaving the machine.

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