WEN 70751 User Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

10" Dual Bevel Sliding

Compound Miter Saw

Model # 70751

IMPORTANT

Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to Apex Pro’s high standards for

dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your tool properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………………… 3 General safety rules ………………………………………………………………………………... 4 Safety rules for laser lights ………………………………………………………………………… 5 Additional safety rules for miter saws ……………………………………………………………... 6 Know your product ………………………………………………………………………………… 7 Operation and adjustments …………………………………………………………………………. 8

Unpacking ………………………………………………………………………………… 8 Transportation …………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Bench mounting …………………………………………………………………………... 8 Release knob ……………………………………………………………………………… 8 Slide lock …………………………………………………………………………………. 8 Miter table lock …………………………………………………………………………… 8 Bevel lock ………………………………………………………………………………… 9 Bevel adjuster …………………………………………………………………………….. 9 Hold down clamp assembly ………………………………………………………………. 9

Spindle lock button ……………………………………………………………………….. 9 Rotating lower blade guard ……………………………………………………………….. 9 Dust collection bag ……………………………………………………………………….. 9 Attaching the material support arms ……………………………………………………… 10 Trench depth adjustment ………………………………………………………………….. 10 Turning on and off ……………………………………………………………………….. 10

Turning on the laser line generator ………………………………………………………. 10 Setting the table square with the blade …………………………………………………… 11 Setting the fence square with the table …………………………………………………… 12 Changing a blade …………………………………………………………………………. 12 Cross-cutting (without slide action) ……………………………………………………… 13 Cross-cutting (with slide action) …………………………………………………………. 14 Bevel cut ………………………………………………………………………………….. 14 Compound miter cut ……………………………………………………………………… 14 Adjusting the laser lines ………………………………………………………………….. 15 Using the laser line generator ……………………………………………………………. 15

Maintenance ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 16

Power cord maintenance …………………………………………………………………. 16 Cleaning ………………………………………………………………………………….. 16

General inspection ……………………………………………………………………….. 16 Exploded view and parts list ………………………………………………………………………. 17 Limited two years warranty………………………………………………………………………… 21

WARNINGS

It may be more difficult to see the laser line in conditions of bright sunshine and on certain surfaces.

For safe operation read instruction manual.

Specifications

Model Number 70751 Input Power 120V, 60Hz, 15A No Load Speed 5000 RPM Blade Size 10" x 5/8" bore Number of teeth 40 Miter Table Angles 0° to 60° (L), 0° to 50°(R) Bevel Cuts 0° to 45° (L&R) Cutting Capacity

Straight cut at 0° miter, 0° bevel: 3 3/8x12”

Miter cut at 45° miter, 0° bevel: 3 3/8x8 1/2”

at 52° left miter, 0° bevel: 3 3/8x6”

at 52° right miter, 0° bevel: 3 3/8x7 5/8”

Bevel cut at 0° miter, 45° right bevel: 1x 12”

at 0° miter, 45° left bevel : 2x 12”

Compound miter cut at 45° right miter, 45° right bevel: 1x8 1/2”

at 50° right miter, 45° right bevel: 1x7 5/8” at 45° left miter, 45° left bevel: 2x8 1/2” at 52° left miter, 45° left bevel: 2 1/4x6”

Laser type LDBXQ03B Laser class Class IIIa Laser wave length 650nm Laser Max. output <5 mW Weight 49.5 lbs

Included

The Apex Pro™ 10" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw is supplied with the following accessories as standard:

 Saw blade (installed)  Hold down clamp  6 mm hex key  2 material support arms  Dust collection bag  Instruction manual

General safety rules

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your operated (corded) power tool.

1. Work area safety

a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases

or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose

control.

2. Electrical safety

a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs

with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric

shock.

b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

electric shock.

d. 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 or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric

shock.

e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

f. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the manufacturer recommends the use of a residual current device

with a rated residual current of 30mA or less at all times.

3. Personal safety

a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a

power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of

inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,

non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal

injuries.

c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source,

picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power

tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to

a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power

tool in unexpected situations.

f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from

moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are

connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

4. Power tool use and care

a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will

do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and from the power tool before making any adjustments,

changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting

the power tool accidentally.

d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

users.

e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

likely to bind and are easier to control.

g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into

account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations

different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

h. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or

mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

i. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

5. Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Safety rules for laser lights

WARNING: Do not stare directly at the laser beam. WARNING: It may be more difficult to see the laser line in conditions of bright sunshine and on certain

surfaces.

A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam, please observe all safety rules as follows:

 The laser shall be used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the workpiece.  The laser beam shall not be deliberately aimed at personnel and shall be prevented from being directed

towards the eye of a person for longer than 0.25s.

 Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy workpiece without reflective surfaces. i.e. wood or rough

coated surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser use as the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the operator.

 Do not change the laser light assembly with a different type. Repairs must be carried out by the laser

manufacturer or an authorized agent.

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Additional safety rules for miter saws

 Ensure that the lighting is adequate.  Do not use the saw unless the guards are in place.  Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry.  Keep the area free of tripping hazards.  Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this saw.  Always stand to one side when operating the saw.  Never use damaged or deformed saw blades. Only use sharp blades.  When cutting round wood, use clamps that prevent the workpiece from turning on both sides of the blade.  Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste close by the saw blade.  Use only blades as recommended by the manufacturer.  Do not use blades manufactured from high speed steel.  If the table insert is damaged or worn, have it replaced by an authorized service center.  Before making compound miter cuts, ensure that the work head is securely fixed in the desired position.  Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be left around the work area.  Avoid cutting nails. Inspect the workpiece and remove all nails and other foreign objects before beginning

sawing.

 Support the work properly.  Never reach over the blade to remove waste or cut offs.  Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first switching off the machine.  Do not slow or stop a blade with a piece of wood. Let the blade come to rest naturally.  If you are interrupted when operating the saw, complete the process and switch off before looking up.  Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fasteners are properly tightened.  Always hold the saw on parts that are insulated. If you accidentally cut into hidden wiring or the saw’s own

cable, the metal parts of the saw will become ‘live’. Switch off at the mains and remove the plug immediately.

 Connect the saw to a dust collection device and ensure that it is operated properly.  Wear gloves when handling saw blades.  Keep the floor area around the machine level, well maintained and free of loose materials such as wood chips

and cut-offs.

 During slide cutting, always ensure that the saw blade is pushed away from the operator.  Always use stands to provide support for long work pieces that overhang the turntable.  Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.

WARNING: We recommend the use of a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). Wear goggles Wear earmuffs Wear a breathing mask

WARNING! For your own safety read instruction manual before operating miter saw. Wear eye

protection. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Do not operate saw without guards in place. Do not perform any operation freehand. Never reach around saw blade. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings. When changing the blade, replace and secure all guarding to its original position and correctly before starting tool. Disconnect power (or unplug tool as applicable) before changing blade or servicing. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. To reduce the risk of injury, return carriage to the full rear position after each crosscut operation.

The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse.

The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.

Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction and design:

 Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not worn.  Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.

Know your product

1. Operating handle

11. Miter release lever

21. Guard retraction arm

31. 0° Bevel adjuster

2. Release latch

12. Table insert (kerf plate)

22. Dust extraction port

32. 0° Bevel adjustment screw

3. 1/4” (6mm) Hex key

13. Miter scale

23. Carrying handle

33. 45° Bevel adjustment screw (left)

4. Blade bolt cover

14. Side support bars (x2)

24. Upper fixed blade guard

34. Saw arm

5. Rotating blade guard

15. Side support bar location holes (2 sets)

25. Spindle lock

35. Trenching depth lock nut

6. Laser light assembly

16. Clamp assembly lock (x2)

26. Lock off switch

36. Trenching depth adjustment screw

7. Bevel scale

17. Bevel lock

27. Laser light on/off switch

37. Trenching stop

8. Fence

18. Clamp assembly

28. Switch trigger

38. Release knob

9. Miter table

19. Laser cover

29. Dust collection bag

39. Slide bars

10. Miter table lock

20. Slide lock

30. 45° Bevel adjustment screw (right)

40. Miter release latch

Before using the saw, familiarize yourself with all the operating features and safety requirements.

Operation and adjustments

Unpacking

Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that your Apex Pro™ Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. However, if you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.

1. Remove all loose parts from the carton.

2. Remove the packing materials from around the saw.

3. Using the carrying handle (23) carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a level work surface.

4. The saw has been shipped with the saw arm locked in the down position. To release the saw arm, push down

on the top of the saw arm, pull on the release knob (38), rotate it 45° and let go, slowly raise the saw arm.

WARNING: Do not lift the saw while holding on to the guards. Use the carrying handle (23).

Transportation

Lift the miter saw only when the saw arm is locked in the down position, the saw is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point. Only lift the saw by the carrying handle (23) or outer castings. Do not lift the saw using the guard or operating handle (1).

Bench mounting

The saw base has holes in each corner to facilitate bench mounting (Fig. 1).

1. Mount the saw to a level, horizontal bench or work table using bolts (not supplied)

and fix the saw to the bench using 4 bolts.

2. If desired, you can mount the saw to a piece of 1/2" or thicker plywood which can

then be clamped to your work support or moved to other job sites and re-clamped.

CAUTION: Make sure that the mounting surface is not warped as an uneven surface can cause binding and inaccurate sawing.

Release knob

The release knob (38) is provided for holding the cutting head down while transporting or storing the miter saw (Fig. 2). The saw must never be used with the release knob locking the head down.

Slide lock

When tightened, the slide lock (20) prevents the saw head from sliding. Tighten the slide lock during transportation (Fig. 3).

Miter table lock

The miter table lock (10) is used to lock the table at the desired miter angle (Fig. 4). The miter saw cuts from 0° to 52.5° both left and right. To adjust the miter angle loosen the miter table lock and depress the miter lever to allow the table to rotate, rotate to the desired miter angle and lock the table in place. The miter table features positive click stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6° and 45° for quick setting of common miter angles.

WARNING: Be sure to tighten the miter table lock before making a cut. Failure to do so could result in the table moving during the cut and cause

serious personal injury.

Bevel lock

The bevel lock (17) is used to set the blade at the desired bevel angle (Fig. 5). The miter saw bevel cuts from 0° to 45° to the left and right. To adjust the bevel angle loosen the bevel lock and pull out the 0° bevel adjuster (31). Adjust the saw arm to the desired bevel angle.

WARNING: Be sure to tighten the bevel lock before making a cut. Failure to do so could result in the saw arm moving during the cut and cause serious personal injury.

Bevel adjuster

The bevel adjuster (31) needs to be pulled out before the bevel angle can be adjusted (Fig. 6). To return the saw arm to the vertical (0° bevel) position, move the saw arm to the left and push in the 0° bevel adjuster. Return the saw blade to the vertical position; it will automatically stop at the 0° bevel

position. Tighten the bevel lock.

Hold down clamp assembly

The hold down clamp assembly (18) can be mounted to the fence, either side of the saw blade, to suit the task at hand. Use the clamp assembly lock (16) at the back of the fence to secure the clamp assembly in position (Fig. 7).

Note: use only ONE clamp at a time. Spindle lock button

The spindle lock button (25) prevents the blade in the saw from rotating (Fig. 8). Depress and hold the spindle lock button while installing, changing, or removing the blade.

Rotating lower blade guard

The rotating lower blade guard (5) provides protection from both sides of the blade (Fig. 9). It retracts over the upper blade guard (24) as the saw is lowered into the workpiece.

Dust collection bag

The dust collection bag (29) fits over the dust extraction port (22). For more efficient operation, empty the dust bag when it is no more than half full. This allows better air flow through the bag.

Attaching the material support arms

The material support arms (14) help to support the material when working with long workpieces. There are two location holes (15) for a support arm on either side of the table. Loosen the lock knobs on the back of the base at the bottom. Ensure the support arms are fully inserted before using them to support the workpiece (Fig. 10). The material support arm locking knobs must be tightened to secure the support arms in position (Fig. 11).

Trench depth adjustment

In its normal position, the trenching stop (37) permits the saw blade to cut right through a workpiece. When the saw arm is lifted, the trenching stop can be moved to the left so that the trenching depth adjustment screw (36) contacts the stop as the saw arm is lowered. (Fig.12).This restricts the cut to a “trench” in the workpiece. The depth of the trench can be adjusted with the trenching depth adjustment screw (30) (Fig. 13) and locked in position with the trenching depth lock nut (35) (Fig. 14).

Turning on and off

1. Depress lock off button (26) and pull switch trigger in (Fig. 15).

2. To turn the saw off release the on/off trigger switch (28).

Turning on the laser line generator

The laser line generator emits 2 intense narrow beams of pure red light to guide you as you cut. It improves operator cutting vision, enables faster set-up, increases accuracy and improves safety. To turn on the laser lines, press the laser light on/off switch (27) (Fig. 16). To turn off the laser press the laser light on/off switch (27) one more time.

Setting the table square with the blade

1. Make sure that the electrical plug is removed from the outlet.

2. Push the saw arm (34) down to its lowest position and engage the release knob (6) to hold the saw arm in the

transport position.

3. Loosen the miter lock (10) (Fig. 17).

4. Rotate the table (9) until the pointer is positioned at 0º.

5. Tighten the miter lock (10).

6. Loosen the bevel lock (17) and set the saw arm (5) at 0º bevel (the blade at 90º to the miter table). Tighten the

bevel lock (17) (Fig. 18).

7. Place a set square against the table (9) and the flat part of the blade (Fig. 19). Note: Make sure that the square contacts the flat part of the saw blade, not the teeth.

8. Rotate the blade by hand and check the blade-to-table alignment at several points.

9. The edge of the set square and the saw blade should be parallel.

10. If the saw blade angles away from the set square, adjust as follows.

11. Use a 13mm wrench or adjustable wrench to loosen the lock nut securing the 0° bevel adjustment screw (35)

(Fig. 20). Also, loosen the bevel lock (16).

12. Adjust the 0° bevel adjustment screw (32) with the 6mm hex key to bring the saw blade into alignment with

the square (Fig. 21).

13. Loosen the 2 Phillips head screws holding the pointer of the bevel scale (7) and adjust the position of the

pointer so that it accurately indicates zero on the scale (Fig. 22). Retighten the screw.

14. Retighten the bevel lock (17) and the lock nut securing the 0° bevel adjustment screw (32). Note: The above procedure can also be used to check the angle of the saw blade to the table at either 45º bevel angle to the left or to the right. The 45° bevel adjustment screws (30 & 33) are on opposite sides of the saw arm. You will require a 13mm wrench or adjustable wrench (not supplied) for the lock nut (Fig. 23) and the 6mm hex key for the set screws (Fig. 24).

Setting the fence square with the table

1. Make sure that the electrical plug is removed from the outlet.

2. Push the saw arm (34) down to its lowest position and engage the release knob (6) to hold the saw arm in the

transport position.

3. Loosen the miter lock (10).

4. Rotate the table (9) until the pointer is positioned at 0º.

5. Tighten the miter lock (10).

6. Using the 6mm hex key loosen the hex screw securing the top piece of the right hand side fence (Fig. 25) and

remove this top section.

7. Using the 6mm hex key provided, loosen the four screws securing the fence (8) to the base (Fig. 26).

8. Place a square against the fence (8) and alongside the blade (Fig. 27).

9. Adjust the fence (8) until it is square with the blade.

10. Tighten the screws securing the fence (8).

11. Loosen the Phillips head screw holding the pointer of the miter scale (13) and adjust it so that it accurately

indicates the zero position on the miter scale (Fig. 28).

12. Retighten the screw securing the miter scale pointer.

13. Replace the top section of the fence and secure the hex screw using the 6mm hex key.

Changing a blade DANGER! Never try to use a blade larger than the stated capacity of the saw. It might come into contact with the

blade guards. Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle. It will prevent the blade screw from properly securing the blade on the spindle. Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry. Ensure that any spacers and spindle rings that may be required suit the spindle and the blade fitted.

1. Make sure that the electrical plug is removed from the power source.

2. Push down on the operating handle (1) and pull the release knob (38) to disengage the saw arm (34). The

release knob (38) can be turned so that it is held in the retracted position (Fig. 29).

3. Raise the saw arm (34) to its highest position.

4. Using a Phillips head screwdriver loosen and remove the screw that secures the guard retraction arm (21) to

the rotating blade guard (Fig 30).

5. Using a Phillips head screwdriver loosen (Fig. 31) and remove the screw that secures the blade bolt cover (4).

6. Pull the rotating blade guard (5) down then swing it up together with the blade bolt cover (4). When the

rotating blade guard (5) is positioned over the upper fixed blade guard (24) it is possible to access the blade bolt (Fig. 32).

7. Hold the rotating guard (5) up and press the spindle lock button (25) (Fig. 33).

Rotate the blade until the spindle locks.

8. Use the 6mm hex key provided to loosen and remove the blade bolt. (Loosen in a

clockwise direction as the blade screw has a left hand thread) (Fig. 34).

9. Remove the flat washer and outer blade washer and the blade.

10. Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer and the outer blade washer where

they contact the blade.

11. Fit the new blade onto the spindle taking care that the inner blade washer sits

behind the blade (Fig. 35).

CAUTION: To ensure correct blade rotation, always install the blade with the blade teeth and the arrow printed on the side of the blade pointing down. The direction of blade rotation is also stamped with an arrow on the upper blade guard.

12. Replace the outer blade washer (Fig. 36).

13. Depress the spindle lock button (25) and replace the flat washer and blade bolt.

14. Use the 6mm hex key to tighten the blade bolt securely (tighten in an anti-

clockwise direction).

15. Lower the blade guard, hold the rotating lower blade guard (5) and blade bolt

cover (4) in position and tighten the fixing screw (Fig. 37).

16. Replace the guard retraction arm and secure onto the rotating blade guard (Fig 38).

17. Check that the blade guard operates correctly and covers the blade as the saw arm is lowered.

18. Connect the saw to the power supply and run the blade to make certain that it is operating correctly.

Cross-cutting (without slide action)

When cutting a narrow piece of wood it is not necessary to use the slide mechanism. In these cases ensure that the slide lock (20) is screwed down to prevent the saw arm from sliding. A crosscut is made by cutting across the grain of the workpiece. A 90º crosscut is made with the miter table set at 0º (Fig. 39). Miter crosscuts are made with the table set at some angle other than zero.

1. Pull on the release knob (38) and lift the saw arm (34) to its full height.

2. Loosen the miter lock (10).

3. Rotate the miter table (9) until the pointer aligns with the desired angle.

4. Retighten the miter lock (10). WARNING: Be sure to tighten the miter lock before making a cut. Failure to do so could result in the table moving during the cut and cause serious personal injury.

5. Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge securely against the fence (8).

If the board is warped, place the convex side against the fence. If the concave side is placed against the fence, the board could break and jam the blade.

6. When cutting long pieces of lumber, support the opposite end of the lumber with

the material support arms, a roller stand or a work surface that is level with the saw table.

7. Use the hold down clamp assembly (18) to secure the workpiece wherever possible.

8. It is possible to remove the hold down clamp assembly (18) by loosening the hold

down clamp assembly lock (16) and moving it to the other side of the table. Make sure the hold down clamp assembly lock is tight before using the hold down clamp (Fig. 40). Never use more than ONE hold down clamp.

9. Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the cutting operation to check that there are no problems.

10. Hold the operating handle (1) firmly, depress lock off button (25) and squeeze the

switch trigger (28) (Fig. 41). Allow the blade to reach maximum speed and slowly lower the blade into and through the workpiece.

11. Release the switch trigger (28) and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before

raising the blade out of the workpiece. Wait until the blade stops before removing the workpiece.

Cross-cutting (with slide action)

When cutting wide workpieces, first unscrew the slide lock (20).

1. Pull on the release knob (38), raise the saw arm (34) to its highest position and slide

it towards you (Fig. 42).

2. Hold the handle firmly and squeeze the switch trigger (28). Allow the blade to

reach maximum speed.

3. Slowly lower the blade into the workpiece and slide it away from you at the same

time until the workpiece is cut.

4. Release the switch trigger (28) and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before

raising the blade out of the workpiece. Wait until the blade stops before removing the workpiece.

Bevel cut

A bevel cut is made by cutting across the grain of the workpiece with the blade angled to the fence and miter table. The miter table is set at the zero degree position and the blade set at an angle between 0º and 45º (Fig. 43). Use the slide action when cutting wide workpieces.

1. Pull on the release knob (38) and lift the saw arm to its full height.

2. Loosen the miter lock (10).

3. Rotate the miter table (9) until the pointer aligns with zero on the miter scale (13).

4. Retighten the miter lock (10). WARNING: Be sure to tighten the miter lock before making a cut. Failure to do so could result in the table moving during the cut, causing serious personal injury.

5. Loosen the bevel lock (17) and pull out the 0º bevel adjuster. Move the saw arm (34) to the left or right to the

desired bevel angle (between 0º and 45º). Tighten the bevel lock (17).

6. Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge securely against the fence (8). If the board is warped, place

the convex side against the fence. If the concave side is placed against the fence, the board could break and jam the blade.

7. When cutting long pieces of lumber, support the opposite end of the lumber with the material support arms, a

roller stand or a work surface that is level with the saw table.

8. Use the hold down clamp assembly (18) to secure the workpiece wherever possible.

9. It is possible to remove the hold down clamp assembly (18) by loosening the clamp assembly lock (16) and

moving it to the other side of the table. Make sure the hold down clamp assembly lock is tight before using the hold down clamp.

10. Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the cutting operation to check that there are no problems.

11. Hold the operating handle (1) firmly and squeeze the switch trigger (28). Allow the blade to reach maximum

speed.

12. Press the release latch (2) and slowly lower the blade into and through the workpiece.

13. Release the switch trigger (28) and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the

workpiece. Wait until the blade stops before removing the workpiece.

Compound miter cut

A compound miter cut involves using a miter angle and a bevel angle at the same time (Fig. 44). It is used in making picture frames, to cut mouldings, making boxes with sloping sides and for roof framing. Always make a test cut on a piece of scrap wood before cutting into the good material. Use the slide action when cutting wide workpieces.

1. Pull on the release knob (38) and lift the saw arm to its full height.

2. Loosen the miter lock (10).

3. Rotate the miter table (9) until the pointer aligns with the desired angle on the miter scale (13).

4. Retighten the miter lock (10). WARNING: Be sure to tighten the miter lock before making a cut. Failure to do so could result in the table moving during the cut, causing serious personal injury.

5. Loosen the bevel lock (17) and pull out the 0º bevel adjuster (31) and move the saw arm (34) to the left or

right to the desired bevel angle (between 0º and 45º). Tighten the bevel lock (17).

6. Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge securely against the fence (8). If the board is warped, place

the convex side against the fence. If the concave side is placed against the fence, the board could break and jam the blade.

7. When cutting long pieces of timber, support the opposite end of the timber with the side bars (14), a roller

stand or a work surface that is level with the saw table.

8. Use the clamp assembly (18) to secure the workpiece wherever possible. Never use more than ONE clamp.

9. It is possible to remove the clamp assembly (18) by loosening the clamp assembly lock (16) and moving it to

the other side of the table. Make sure the clamp assembly lock is tight before using the clamp.

10. Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the cutting operation to check that there are no problems.

11. Hold the operating handle (1) firmly and squeeze the switch trigger (28). Allow the blade to reach maximum

speed and slowly lower the blade into and through the workpiece.

12. Release the switch trigger (28) and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the

workpiece. Wait until the blade stops before removing the workpiece.

Adjusting the laser line

The laser is factory set to the center of the blade width. To adjust the position of the laser, proceed as follows:

1. Remove the laser cover by pulling it towards you.

2. Switch on the laser light with the on/off switch (27) (Fig. 45).

3. Using a Phillips head screwdriver (not supplied), adjust the position of the laser line

by turning the laser pitch control (Fig. 46).

4. Adjust until the laser hits the centre of the blade.

5. Switch off the laser light.

Using the laser line generator WARNINGS:

Do not stare directly at the laser beam. Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the workpiece. Do not deliberately aim the beam at personnel and ensure that it is not directed towards the eye of a person for longer than 0.25s. Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy workpiece without reflective surfaces. Wood or rough coated surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective surfaces are not suitable for laser use as the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the operator. Always remember to switch off the laser on/off switch (27) after finishing a job. Only turn the laser beam on when the workpiece is on the miter saw table.

1. Mark the line of the cut on the workpiece.

2. Adjust the angle of miter and bevel of the cut as required.

3. Switch on the laser light on/off switch (27).

4. Clamp the workpiece in position using the laser line to align the blade with the pencil mark on the workpiece.

5. Plug in the machine and start the motor.

6. When the blade is at its maximum speed (approximately 2 seconds), lower the blade through the workpiece.

7. After completing the cut, switch off the laser light on/off switch (27).

8. After each use, clean the laser light assembly (6) as described below:

 Switch off the laser light switch (27) and then remove the plug from the power point.  With the saw arm (34) in the raised position, use a soft brush to dust away the sawdust build-up around

the assembly.

Note: Wear eye protection while brushing the dust away.

Maintenance

WARNING: Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the outlet before making

any adjustments or maintenance procedures.

 Any damage to this tool should be repaired and carefully inspected before use, by qualified repair personnel.  Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will

ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

 Great Lakes Technologies, LLC will not be responsible for any damage or injury caused by unauthorized

repair or mishandling of the tool.

Power cord maintenance

If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s agent, or

an authorized service centre in order to avoid a safety hazard.

Cleaning

1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all times.

2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done with a soft brush or a rag.

3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.

4. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts. CAUTION: Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic parts of the saw. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is recommended.

General inspection

Regularly check that all screws are tight. They may vibrate loose over time.

Exploded view and parts list

Part #

Stock #

Description

Part #

Stock #

Description

70751-001

Screw

70751-047

Screw

70751-002

Motor cover

70751-048

Cord protector

70751-004

Screw

70751-049

Trigger

70751-005

Spring washer

70751-050

Cold clamp

70751-006

Washer

70751-051

Screw

70751-007

Motor housing

70751-053

Binding post

70751-008

Screw

70751-054

Transformer

70751-009

Brush holder

70751-055

Upper handle

70751-010

Brush

70751-056

Lucidity plate

70751-011

Brush spring

70751-057

Laser switch button

70751-012

Rubber boot

70751-058

Laser switch

70751-013

Bearing

70751-060

Switch

70751-014

Armature

70751-061

Switch lock button

70751-015

C clip

70751-062

Lock button spring

70751-016

Stator

70751-063

Screw

70751-017

Washer

70751-064

Lower handle

70751-018

Spring washer

70751-065

Spring washer

70751-019

Screw

70751-066

Screw

70751-020

Fan baffle

70751-067

Fixed guard

70751-021

Screw

70751-068

Bearing

70751-022

Spring washer

70751-069

C clip

70751-023

Bearing cover

70751-070

Gear

70751-024

Bearing

70751-071

Screw

70751-025

C clip

70751-072

Bearing

70751-026

Screw

70751-073

Spring washer

70751-027

Spring washer

70751-074

Screw

70751-028

Washer

70751-075

Gear case cover

70751-029

Carry handle

70751-076

Spindle

70751-030

Screw

70751-077

Key

70751-031

Screw

70751-078

Inner flange

70751-032

Screw

70751-079

Blade

70751-033

Spring washer

70751-080

Outer flange

70751-034

Nut

70751-081

Arbor bolt

70751-035

Depth adjustment screw

70751-082

Screw

70751-036

Screw

70751-083

Spring washer

70751-037

Nut

70751-084

Plate guarding(big)

70751-038

Linkage speedup block

70751-085

Plate guarding(small)

70751-039

Taper lock washer

70751-086

Moving guard plate

70751-040

Screw

70751-087

Big washer

70751-041

Rocker arm

70751-088

Screw

70751-042

Screw

70751-089

Torsion spring

70751-043

Exhaust port

70751-090

Special screw

70751-044

Dust collection bag

70751-091

Rivet

70751-045

Washer

70751-092

Cast centre

70751-046

Spring washer

70751-093

Moving guard

Part #

Stock #

Description

Part #

Stock #

Description

70751-095

Sunk screw

140

70751-140

Big torsion spring

70751-096

Locknut

141

70751-141

Spring washer

70751-097

Shield lock piece

142

70751-142

Screw

70751-098

Spring

143

70751-143

Screw

70751-099

Shield lock sheet

144

70751-144

Spring washer

100

70751-100

Washer

145

70751-145

Bevel pointer(left)

101

70751-101

Screw

146

70751-146

Arm

102

70751-102

Screw

147

70751-147

Linear bearing

103

70751-103

Back guard safety

148

70751-148

Slide

104

70751-104

E clip

149

70751-149

Slide end cap

105

70751-105

Gear lock pin spring

150

70751-150

Slide end cap carry handle

106

70751-106

Gear lock pin

151

70751-151

Spring washer

107

70751-107

Shoulder Screw

152

70751-152

Socket head screw

108

70751-108

Linkage

153

70751-153

Linear bearing

109

70751-109

Shoulder Screw

154

70751-154

Screw

110

70751-110

Laser window

155

70751-155

Spring washer

111

70751-111

Laser case

156

70751-156

Washer

112

70751-112

Screw

157

70751-157

Bevel lock handle

113

70751-113

Laser

158

70751-158

Washer

114

70751-114

Screw

159

70751-159

Bevel lock bolt

115

70751-115

Dual laser carrier

160

70751-160

Locknut

116

70751-116

Screw

161

70751-161

Washer

117

70751-117

Laser fixed plate

162

70751-162

Long knob

118

70751-118

Bracket

163

70751-163

Screw

119

70751-119

Big screw

164

70751-164

Hex grub screw

120

70751-120

Pivot shaft

165

70751-165

Washer

121

70751-121

Bearing

166

70751-166

Lever

122

70751-122

Special screw

167

70751-167

Nut

123

70751-123

Linkage support

168

70751-168

Socket head screw

124

70751-124

Shoulder Screw

169

70751-169

Bevel pointer(right)

125

70751-125

Bearing cover

170

70751-170

Double stud

126

70751-126

Spring washer

171

70751-171

Straight cut setting pin

127

70751-127

Screw

172

70751-172

Sunk screw

128

70751-128

Rubber pole

173

70751-173

Safety cover

129

70751-129

Lock pin

174

70751-174

Bevel scale

130

70751-130

Lock pin spring

175

70751-175

Nut

131

70751-131

Lock pin cap

176

70751-176

Socket head screw

132

70751-132

Rolled pin

177

70751-177

Locknut

133

70751-133

Trench depth bracket

178

70751-178

Washer

134

70751-134

Wave washer

179

70751-179

Screw

135

70751-135

Shoulder Screw

180

70751-180

Cutting insert

136

70751-136

Socket head screw

181

70751-181

Spring

137

70751-137

Spring washer

182

70751-182

Detent pole

138

70751-138

Socket head screw

183

70751-183

Socket head screw

139

70751-139

Spring sleeve

184

70751-184

Turntable bolt

Part #

Stock #

Description

185

70751-185

Turntable bolt cover

186

70751-186

Spring washer

187

70751-187

Screw

188

70751-188

Miter pointer

189

70751-189

Spring washer

190

70751-190

Screw

191

70751-191

Long knob

192

70751-192

Turntable

193

70751-193

Lock Boot

194

70751-194

Support bar

195

70751-195

Spring washer

196

70751-196

Screw

200

70751-200

Lock bolt

201

70751-201

Lock Handle

202

70751-202

Base

203

70751-203

Rubber foot

204

70751-204

Shoulder Screw

205

70751-205

Slide table(right)

206

70751-206

Fence

207

70751-207

Screw

208

70751-208

Long knob

209

70751-209

Hex grub screw

210

70751-210

Left slide fence

211

70751-211

Right slide fence

213

70751-213

Clamp

214

70751-214

Support arm

215

70751-215

Workpiece knob

221

70751-221

Support pole

222

70751-222

Front guard safety

223

70751-223

Power cord

Limited two years warranty

APEX PRO Products is committed to build tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality

LIMITED WARRANTY OF APEX PRO CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC ("Seller") warrants to the original purchaser only, that all APEX PRO consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase. Ninety days for all APEX PRO products, if the tool is used for professional use.

SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Center. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, please contact us at 1-800-232-1195 or write to us at APEX PRO Products, 1675 Holmes Road, Elgin, IL 60123. To acquire service, you will have to provide proof of purchase and may be asked to ship the tool back to us freight prepaid.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO CIRCULAR SAW BLADES AND MOTOR BRUSHES.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES IN THE U.S., SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS, BENCH POWER TOOLS, OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT AND PNUMATIC TOOLS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CANADA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES, CONTACT THE APEX PRO CUSTOMER SUPPORT.

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