PowerTec MSC1000 Owner's Manual
Model No. MSC1000
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Owner’s Manual
10" COMPOUND MITER
SAW WITH LASER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
SAFETY RULES 1
Work Preparation
Work Area Preparation
Tool Maintenance
Tool Operation
ASSEMBLY 2
Mounting the miter saw
Installation of miter handle
Installation of rear extension stay
Installation of table extension
Cutting Head
Installation of dust bag
Installation of hold-down clamp assembly
Removal and installation of the blade
Fence Squareness Adjustment
Miter scale
Cutting arm travel adjustment
90° blade alignment
45° blade alignment
Laser alignment
Power source
Grounding instructions
Extension cords
Motor
Electrical Connections
TROUBLESHOOTING 13
PARTS ILLUSTRATION & 15
LIST
WARRANTY 16
PRODUCTION
SPECIFICATIONS
Horsepower (Maximum Developed)............................. 2 HP
Voltage..........................................................................120 V
Amperes..............................................................................15
Hertz...................................................................................60
Phase............................................................................Single
Motor RPM...........................................................4,800 RPM
Blade Diameter...............................................................10”
Depth of Cut at 90°............................................................. 3"
Depth of Cut at 45°.....................................................1-9/16"
OPERATION 9
Safety precautions
Body and hand position
Basic saw operation
Switch activation
Miter cut
Bevel cut
Compound cut
Cutting bowed material
Cutting base molding
Cutting crown molding
MAINTENANCE 12
Inspect and replace the motor brushes
Cleaning
Lubrication
Keep tool in repair
SAFETY RULES
1
WARNING
For your own safety, read and understand all warnings
and operating instructions before using any tool or
equipment.
WARNING
Some dust created by operation of power tool contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a
well ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment. Always wear OSHA/NIOSH approved,
properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such
tools.
WARNING
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal
injury. Remember that being careless for even a fraction
of a second can result in severe personal injury.
WORK PREPARATION
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts of the tool.
• Nonslip protective footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety
glasses. Eye protection equipment should comply with
ANSI Z87.1 standards. Hearing equipment should
comply with ANSI S3.19 standards.
• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools
when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications that
cause drowsiness.
WORK AREA PREPARATION
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas and
benches invite accidents.
• Work area should be properly lighted.
• 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.
• Three-prong plug should be plugged directly into
properly grounded, three-prong receptacle.
• Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition and should have a
grounding prong and the three wires of
extension cord should be of the correct gauge.
• Keep children and visitors away. Your shop is a poten tially dangerous environment. Children and visitors can
be injured.
• Make your workshop childproof with padlocks, master
switches or remove switch keys to prevent any uninten tional use of power tools.
TOOL MAINTENANCE
• Turn the machine "OFF", and disconnect the machine
from the power source prior to inspection.
• Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
• Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any
other condition that may affect tool's operation.
• Poorly maintained tools and machines can further
damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
• A guard or any other part that is damaged should be
repaired or replaced. Do not perform makeshift repairs.
TOOL OPERATION
• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is in
the “OFF” position before plugging in.
• Use the right tool for your job. Do not force your
tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.
• Disconnect tool when changing parts.
• Don't force the workpiece on the machine. Damage to
the machine and/or injury may result.
• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off
and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
• Do not overreach. Loss of balance can make you fall
into a working machine, causing injury.
• Never stand on tool. Injury could occur if the tool tips, or
if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
• Know your tool. Learn the tool’s operation, application
and specific limitations before using it.
• Use recommended accessories. Use of improper
accessories may cause damage to the machine or injury
to the user.
• Handle workpiece correctly. Keep hands away from
moving parts.
• Turn tool off if it jams. .
CAUTION: Think safety! Safety is a combination of operator common sense and alertness at all times when tool is
being used.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate tool until it is completely
assembled according to the instructions.
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
Check for shipping damage. If damage has occurred, a
claim must be filled with carrier. Check for completeness.
Immediately report missing parts to dealer.
You miter saw is shipped complete in one container.
Carefully unpack the table saw and all loose items from
the shipping container. Figure 1, illustrates the miter saw
and all loose parts.
A. Miter Saw
B. Miter Handle
C. Hex Wrench
D. Wrench
E. Rear Extension Stay
F. Table Extensions
G. Dust Bag
H. Hold-down Clamp Assembly
CAUTION: Do not attempt assembly if parts are missing.
Ø3/8”
16-7/8”
7-1/2”
Miter handle
Rear extension stay
Table extension holes
Use this manual to order replacement parts.
INSTALLATION OF REAR EXTENSION STAY
ASSEMBLY
Refer to Figure 4
WARNING
Do not operate machine until completely assembled. Do
not operate machine until you have completely read and
understand this manual.
MOUNTING THE MITER SAW
Refer to Figure 2
• The miter saw must be installed in a well-lighted area
with correct power supply.
• The miter saw can be installed on either a workbench or
a tool stand by using bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts.
• The miter saw must be bolted to a firm and level
surface.
• There must be enough clearance for the moving
workpiece during operation and enough room for safety
operation of the machine.
• Figure 2 shows the base dimension and mounting
holds.
Figure 2
• Loosen the extension stay locking screw under the saw
base.
• Place the rear extension stay into the holes in the saw
base. Make sure the angle of the stay is in the down
position for maximum support.
• Insert the extension stay locking screw back to the hole
and tighten to hold the extension.
Figure 4
INSTALLATION OF TABLE EXTENSIONS
Refer to Figure 4
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INSTALLATION OF MITER HANDLE
Refer to Figure 3
WARNING
Do not use the power cord or head assembly power
switch handle to carry the tool. Always lock the cutting
head in the down position when moving or storing the
saw.
• Insert the miter handle into the threaded hole located at
the front of the table.
Figure 3
• Loosen the extension locking screws located in the rear
of the saw base.
• Place the table extension into the holes in the saw base.
• Insert the extension locking screws back into the hole
and tighten to hold the extension.
CUTTING HEAD
WARNING
Always lock the cutting head in the down position while
transporting or storing the miter saw.
Always use the specified carrying handle. Never carry
the saw by the switch handle, the cutting arm or the miter
handle.
RAISING THE CUTTING HEAD
Refer to Figure 5
• Push down slightly on the saw handle.
• Pull the hold down latch out of the long slot of locking
hole and turn 90° to insert into the short slot.
• This now will allow the saw switch handle to be raised to
the up position.
Dust Bag
Wire
Port
Hold down cl amp
Mounting hol es
Blade guard
Plate screw
Cover plate
Arbor bolt
Figure 5
Hold down lock
Slot
Switch handle
Short slot
Long slot
Trigger Switch
ASSEMBLY
4
LOCKING CUTTING HEAD IN DOWN
POSITION
• Push the switch handle down to the lowest position
• Pull the hold-down lock out of the short slot. Rotate 90°
to the lock position in the long slot.
Figure 7
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE
BLADE
WARNING
Turn the switch to OFF position and disconnect the
machine from power source.
INSTALLATION OF DUST BAG
Refer to Figure 6
• Squeeze the wire located at the end of dust bag.
• Place the dust bag opening onto the dust port and
release the wire securing the dust bag onto the dust
port.
Figure 6
INSTALLATION OF THE HOLD-DOWN CLAMP
ASSEMBLY
Refer to Figure 7
• Loosen the lock knob from the rear side of the saw
base.
• Place the hold-down clamp assembly in one of the
mounting holes.
• Tighten the lock knob.
REMOVING BLADES
Refer to Figure 8, 9 and 10
• Raise the cutting head to the upright position.
• Raise the lower blade guard to the up position.
• Loosen the cover plate screw using a Phillips or straight
screwdriver.
• Rotate the cover plate counterclockwise so the arbor
bolt is exposed.
• Press and hold the arbor lock.
• Use the large hex wrench to remove the arbor bolt by
turning wrench clockwise.
Figure 8
• Remove the arbor bolt, outer washer and the blade.
Inner washer does not need to be removed.
Cover plate
Arbor bolt
Blade collar
Blade
Blade
Arbor bolt
Figure 9
Arbor lock
Fence
locking bolt
Fence
Fence
locking bolt
NOTE: Pay attention to the pieces removed, noting their
position and direction they face. Wipe the blade collars
clean of any sawdust before installing the new blade.
Figure 10
WARNING
• Do not use a blade larger or smaller than 10” and 5/8”
diameter arbor.
• Never use the saw without the cover plate secure in
place. It keeps the arbor bolt from falling out and helps
to prevent the spinning blade from coming off the miter
saw.
• After installation of new blade, lower the blade into the
table slot and check for any contact with the base or turn
table structure. If blade contacts table, seek authorized
service. .
FENCE SQUARENESS ADJUSTMENT
Refer to Figure 11
• Loosen the three fence locking bolts.
• Lower the cutting arm and lock in position.
• Place a square. Lay the heel of the square against the
blade, and the ruler against the fence as shown. Check
to see if the fence is 90° to the blade.
• Tighten the fence locking bolts after adjustment.
• After fence has been aligned, use a scrap piece of wood
to make a cut at 90° then check squarerness on the
piece. Readjust if necessary.
ASSEMBLY
5
INSTALLING BLADES
Refer to Figure 8
• Fit blade between the chip deflectors and onto the inner
washer shoulder to install the 10” blade.
NOTE: Make certain the rotation arrow on the blade
matches the clockwise rotation arrow on the lower guard.
• Replace the outer washer in the proper orientation, and
tighten arbor bolt finger tight.
• Press the arbor lock, holding it in firmly while turning
the blade counterclockwise. When arbor lock engages,
continue to press it in while tightening the arbor bolt
securely.
• Rotate the cover plate back to its original position until
the slot in the cover palte engages with the cover plate
screw. While holding the lower blade guard, tighten the
screw with a Phillips screw.
CAUTIONS: The lower blade guard must be raised to the
upright position to access the cover plate screw.
• Lower the blade guard and verify that the operation of
the guard does not bind or stick.
• Make sure the arbor lock is released so the blade turns
freely.
Figure 11
MITER SCALE
Refer to Figure 12
The miter scale assists the user in setting the desired
miter angles from 45° left to 45° right.The miter saw table
has nine of the most common angle settings with positive
stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6° and 45°. Theses positive
stops position the blade at the desired angle quickly and
accurately.
• Turn the miter handle counterclockwise to unlock the
miter table.
• Press down the positive stop locking lever when holding
the miter handle.
• Rotate the table to the desired angle.
• Release positive stop locking lever.
• Tighten miter handle.
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