PowerTec MSS1000 Owner's Manual
Model No. MSS1000
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Owner’s Manual
10" COMPOUND SLIDING
MITER SAW WITH LASER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
SAFETY RULES 1
WARRANTY 14
Work Preparation
Work Area Preparation
Tool Maintenance
Tool Operation
ASSEMBLY 2
Mounting the miter saw
Installation of miter handle
Installation of table extension
Installation of dust bag
Installation of hold-down clamp assembly
Removal and installation of the blade
Miter scale
90° blade alignment
45° blade alignment
Adjusting the groove depth
Laser alignment
Grounding instructions
Extension cords
Motor
Electrical connections
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 8
Safety precautions
Basic operation
Body and hand position
Switch activation
Chop cut
Miter cut
Compound cut
Sliding cut
MAINTENANCE 10
Inspect and replace the motor brushes
Cleaning
Lubrication
Keep tool in repair
TROUBLESHOOTING 11
PARTS ILLUSTRATION & 13
LIST
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. Dust Bag
C. Miter Handle
D. Foot
E. Hold-Down Assembly
F. Hex Wrench
G. Table Extensions
Figure 1
CAUTION: Do not attempt assembly if parts are missing.
Ø3/8”
16-3/4”
11-3/4”
Miter handle
Table Extension
45
o
30
o
Dust bag
Dust port
Use this manual to order replacement parts.
WARNING
Do not operate machine until completely assembled. Do
not operate machine until you have completely read and
understood 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.
INSTALLATION OF TABLE EXTENSION
Refer to Figure 4
• Table extensions can be mounted both to the left and
right of the machine.
• Insert table extensions into the holes on the base of the
machine.
• Secure the table extensions by tightening the lock knob
located in the rear of the table.
Figure 4
ASSEMBLY
3
Figure 2
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.
INSTALLATION OF DUST BAG
Refer to Figure 5
• Slide dust bag onto the dust port.
• Regularly empty the dust bag.
Figure 5
Figure 3
INSTALLATION OF HOLD-DOWN CLAMP
ASSEMBLY
Refer to Figure 6
• 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 located in the rear of the table.
Figure 6
Hold-down clamp
assembly
Lock knob
45
o
30
o
22.5
o
15
Arbor lock
Slide mechanism
lock knob
Hold-down latch
Blade guard
Adapter
Outer flange
Fixing screw
Blade
Inner flange
45
o
30
o
22.5
o
15
o
0
o
ASSEMBLY
4
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE
BLADE
Refer to Figure 7 and 8
WARNING
Turn the switch in OFF position and disconnect the
machine from power source.
Figure 7
Figure 8
NOTE: Pay attention to pieces removed, noting their
position and direction they face.
• Lock the slide mechanism.
• Lock the cutting head in its highest position.
• Raise the blade guard to the up position.
• Engage the arbor lock button located on the rear of the
motor and keep it depressed.
• Loosen the fix screw and remove it.
• Remove the outer flange, the old saw blade, the adapter
and the inner flange.
• Clean the flanges and the adapter.
Place the inner flange and adapter onto the saw blade
shaft.
• Place the new saw blade with the teeth pointing in the
direction of rotation.
• Place the outer flange on the saw blade shaft.
• Engage the lock knob, mount the fixing screw and
tighten it.
• Lower the blade guard.
WARNING
• Do not use saw blades made of HSS steel.
• Make sure the blade arbor diameter match arbor size.
• 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.
MITER SCALE
Refer to Figure 9
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 °, 30 ° and 45 °. These positive
stops position the blade at the desired angle quickly and
accurately.
• Unscrew the miter clamp knob.
• Use miter handle to rotate table to the desired angle.
• Tighten the miter clamp knob to lock the angle.
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