King Canada Tru-Cut 8380, Tru-Cut 8385 Instruction Manual

KING CANADA

10” COMPOUND SLIDING MITER SAW

WITH TWIN LASER GUIDE

*Enhanced Twin

Laser Effect

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

2008

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MODEL: 8380

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KING CANADA TOOLS INC.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

2-YEAR

LIMITED WARRANTY

10” COMPOUND SLIDING MITER SAW

OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

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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 product are available at our authorized King Canada service centers across Canada.

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, normal wear and tear, negligence
or accidents, repairs done by an unauthorized service center, 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 limited warranty, return the product at your expense together with your dated proof of purshase to an
authorized King Canada service center. Contact your retailer or visit our web site at www.kingcanada.com for an updated listing of our
authorized service centers. In cooperation with our authorized serviced center, King Canada will either repair or replace the product if
any part or parts covered under this warranty which examination proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the
warranty period.

KING CANADA

INC. DORVAL, QUÉBEC, CANADA H9P 2Y4

www.kingcanada.com

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

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INJURY 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

s harmful to the motor.

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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
build-up.

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.

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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.

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.

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

12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday
eye-glasses 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
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
UNATTENDED.

Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes
to a complete stop.

of parts, mounting, and

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR COMPOUND SLIDING 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
AND CONTACT GUARD.

2. WARNING: Do not operate the miter saw until it is completely
assembled and installed according to the instructions.

IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of

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compound miter saws, obtain advice from your supervisor,
instructor or other qualified person.

DO NOT perform any operation freehand. Secure or clamp

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workpiece firmly against fence.

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

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

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MAKE SURE blade is not contacting workpiece before switch is

turned on.

NEVER lock the switch in the "ON" position.

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IMPORTANT: After completing cut, release power switch and

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

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

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KEEP motor air slots clean and free of chips.

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9. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all clamp handles are tight before cutting

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

BE SURE blade and flanges are clean and that arbor bolt is

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tightened securely.

ONLY USE blade flanges specified for your saw.

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NEVER use blades larger or smaller in diameter than 10”.

NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.

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

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NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less than

6000 RPM.

USE the blade guard at all times.

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ALWAYS keep the lower blade guard in place and operating

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properly.

26. PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw table for

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.

DISCONNECT saw from power source before leaving it.

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MAKE SURE the work area is cleaned before leaving the

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machine.

18. NEVER reach around or behind saw blade.