MasterCraft 055-6761-2, 055-6745-2, 055-6762-0 Instruction Manual
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model no.: 055-6761-2
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
IMPORTANT:
Please read this manual carefully before using this mitre saw and
save it for reference
SLIDING COMPOUND
MITRE SAW
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS 4
SAFETY GUIDELINES 5
KEY PARTS DIAGRAM 11
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS 13
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 19
MAINTENANCE 29
TROUBLESHOOTING 31
EXPLODED VIEW
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PARTS LIST 33
WARRANTY 36
NOTE:
If any parts are missing or damaged, or if you have any questions, please call our toll-free helpline at
1-800-689-9928.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions. Read all
instructions and follow them when using this product.
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SPECIFICATIONS
SAFETY GUIDELINES
SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY GUIDELINES
• Keep guards 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 tool before turning it on.
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
• Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose
them to rain or snow. Keep work area well lighted.
• Keep children away. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.
• Make workshop childproof with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
• Don’t force the tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Use the right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewellery which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
• Always use safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact-resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
• Secure work. Use clamps or vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate tool.
• Don’t overeach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
• Disconnect tools before servicing; when changing accessories, such as blades, clamps,
extensions, and the like.
• Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position before
plugging in.
• Use recommended accessories. Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
Motor 120V AC, 60 Hz, 9.5A
Speed 5000 RPM (no load)
Blade 7 1/4” (18.4 cm) 24-tooth carbide-tipped
Arbor Size 5/8” (15.9 mm)
Cutting Capacity
2 x 8” (5.1 x 20.3 cm) crosscut at 0° mitre, 0° bevel
2 x 6” (5.1 x 15.2 cm) mitre cut at 45° mitre, 0° bevel
1 1/2 x 6” (3.8 x 15.2 cm) compound cut at 45° mitre, 45° bevel
1 1/2 x 8” (3.8 x 20.3 cm) cross cut at 45° bevel, left
Weight 19 lb 13 oz (9 kg)
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.
WARNING!
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions listed below
may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY GUIDELINES
• Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if something unintentionally
comes into contact with the cutting tool.
• Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine whether 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.
• Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or
cutter only.
• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete
stop.
DOUBLE-INSULATED TOOLS
• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
• Polarized Plugs: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment 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 into 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.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, double-insulated tools are equipped with a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit into the outlet properly, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way.
• Double insulation eliminates the need for the three-wire grounded
power cord and grounded power supply system. This compound
mitre saw is a double-insulated tool.
• Before plugging in the tool, BE SURE that the outlet voltage
supplied is within the voltage marked on the tool’s data plate. DO NOT use “AC only” rated
tools with a DC power supply.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
• DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions and do not use power tools in wet
or damp locations. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. This tool is
intended for indoor use only.
• If operating a power tool in damp locations is unavoidable, ALWAYS USE a power supply for
your tool that is protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. ALWAYS WEAR electrician’s
rubber gloves and footwear in damp conditions.
• Inspect tool cords for damage. Have damaged tool cords repaired by a qualied person. BE
SURE to stay constantly aware of the cord location, and keep it well away from the moving blade.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• Use proper extension cord. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. 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
Ampere rating of the tool
(120 V circuit only)
Total length of cord
25′′ (7.62 m) 50′′ (15.24 m) 100′ (30.48 m) 150′ (45.72 m)
more than not more than Minimum Gauge for the extension cord (AWG)
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not recommended
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR MITRE SAWS
• Always wear eye protection.
• Do not operate the saw without guards in place.
WARNING!
Do not permit fingers to touch the terminal or plug when installing or removing the plug from an
outlet.
WARNING!
For your own safety, read the Instruction Manual before operating the mitre saw.
WARNING!
Double insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY GUIDELINES
• Be sure to turn the tool off and wait for the saw blade to stop before moving the workpiece or
changing settings.
• Be sure that the power is disconnected before changing the blade or servicing the saw.
• Do not expose to rain or use in a damp location.
• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
• Never reach around the saw blade.
• Do not perform any operation freehand. Always place the workpiece to be cut on the mitre saw
table and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop. Always use the fence.
• Always keep hands out of the path of the saw blade. Do not reach under the material being cut
or into the blade’s cutting path with your fingers or hand for any reason.
• To reduce the risk of injury, return the cutting head to the full rear position after each crosscut
operation.
• Always make sure that the mitre table and head assembly (bevel function) are locked in
position before operating your saw. Lock the mitre table by securely tightening the mitre locking
handle. Lock the head assembly (bevel function) by securely tightening the bevel locking knob.
• Be sure the blade path is free of nails. Always carefully inspect lumber and remove all nails
BEFORE cutting.
• Always be sure the blade clears the workpiece. Never start the saw with the blade touching the
workpiece. Always allow the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut.
• Support long workpieces when cutting to minimize the risk of blade pinching or kickback.
The saw may slip, walk or slide while cutting long or heavy boards.
• Never use a length-stop on the free end of a clamped workpiece. Never hold onto or bind the
free end of the workpiece in any operation. If a 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 worktable
at a time.
• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand
to hit the blade. Always make sure you have good balance. Never operate your saw on the floor or in
a crouched position.
• Only use the correct blades. Use the correct blade size, style and cutting speed for the material and
the type of cut. Do not use blades with incorrect size holes. NEVER use blade washers or blade bolts
that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade capacity for this saw is 7 1/4” (18.4 cm).
• Always keep blades clean, sharp and properly set. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback.
• Do not use dull or damaged blades. Bent blades can break easily or cause kickback.
• Never hold a workpiece by hand if it is too small to be clamped. Always keep your hands clear
of the “no hands” zone.
• Never apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.
• Never use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents could dissolve or otherwise damage the
material.
• Do not turn the motor switch on and off rapidly. This could cause the blade to loosen, which
could create a hazard. Should this ever occur, stand clear and allow the saw blade to come to a
complete stop. Disconnect the saw from the power source and tighten the blade bolt securely.
• Never leave the saw unattended while it is connected to a power supply.
• Keep the motor air slots clean and free of chips or dust. To avoid motor damage, the motor
should be blown out or vacuumed frequently. This keeps sawdust from interfering with the motor
ventilation.
• Never lift this tool by gripping the switch handle or by the mitre fence. This may cause
misalignment. Always lock the head assembly in the “Down” position and carry the saw by holding the
base or lift it using the carrying handle/support bracket.
ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Know your power tool. Read the instruction manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations,
as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following these rules will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire or serious injury.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this saw. Everyday eyeglasses have
only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. All users and bystanders MUST wear eye
protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1.
• Protect your lungs. Wear a face mask or a dust mask if the operation is dusty.
• Protect your hearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some
conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
• All visitors and bystanders must wear the same safety equipment that the operator of the
saw wears.
• Inspect the tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired by a qualified person.
• Always check the tool for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that
is damaged should be carefully checked to determine whether it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, broken parts and any other
WARNING!
The 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 dust exposure. Direct particles away from the face and body.
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KEY PARTS DIAGRAM
condition that may affect the tool’s operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by a qualified person.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may
use this tool. If someone borrows this tool, make sure he or she has these instructions.
GLOSSARY OF WOODWORKING TERMS
• Spindle: The revolving shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.
• Spindle Lock: Allows the user to stop the blade from rotating while tightening or loosening the blade
screw during blade replacement or removal.
• Bevel Cut: A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90° to the mitre table.
• Chamfer Cut: A cut removing a wedge from a block of wood so the end (or part of the end) is angled
other than at 90°.
• Compound Mitre Cut: A cut made using both a mitre angle and a bevel angle at the same time.
• Crosscut: A cutting operation made across the grain of the workpiece.
• Freehand Cut: Performing a cut without using a fence, mitre gauge, fixture, work clamp, or other
proper device to keep the workpiece from twisting or moving during the cut. Do not perform any
operation freehand. Use a clamp or vice wherever possible.
• Kerf: 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 the operator.
• Mitre Cut: A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90° to the fence.
• No-Hands Zone: The area between the marked lines on the left and right side of the mitre table base.
This zone is identified by No-Hands Zone symbols inside the lines marked on the mitre table base.
• Non-through Cut: Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the
thickness of the workpiece.
• Revolutions Per Minute (RPM): The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.
• Saw Blade Path: The area over, under, behind or in front of the blade, as it applies to the workpiece;
the area that will be or has been cut by the blade.
• Set: The distance that the saw blade tooth is bent (or set) outward from the face of the blade.
• Throat plate: A plate inserted in the mitre saw’s table that allows for blade clearance.
• Through Sawing: Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of
the workpiece.
• Workpiece or Material: The item on which the cutting operation is being done. The surfaces of a
workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends and edges.
NOTE:
Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself with all of the operating features and
safety requirements.
No. Description
1 Switch handle
2 On/Off trigger switch
3 Upper blade guard
4 Lower blade guard
5 Base
6 Table insert
7 Mitre handle
No. Description
8 Mitre stop locking lever
9 Positive mitre stop
10 Mounting hole
11 Hex wrench
12 Fence
13 Work clamp
14 Handhold for transportation
WARNING!
Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in
the packing list are included. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage
occurred during shipping.
WARNING!
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated
the tool.
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