Operator's Manual

CRAFTSMAN

15 Amp - 3 HP (Max.

Developed)

12" Blade

4000 R.P.M.

LASER COMPOUND MITER SAW

With Retractable Laser Trac® System

Model 137.212150

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CAUTION:

Before using this Miter Saw, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and

Operating Instructions

Customer Help Line

1-800-843-1682

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Part No. 137212150001

Safety Instructions

Installation

Operation

Maintenance

Parts List

SECTION

Warranty ........................................

Product Specifications .......................

Power Tool Safety ............................

Compound Miter Saw Safety ...............

Electrical Requirements and Safety ......

Accessories and Attachments ..............

Tools Needed For Assembly ................

Carton Contents ..............................

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SECTION

Know Your Compound Miter Saw ........

Glossary of Terms ............................

Assembly .......................................

Assembly & Adjustments ...................

Operation .......................................

Maintenance ...................................

Troubleshooting Guide .......................

Parts List .........................................

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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

If this tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year of date of purchase, Sears will

at its option repair or replace it free of charge.

Return this tool to a Sears Service Center for repair, or to place of purchase for replacement.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known

(to the State of California) to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

MOTOR

Power Source .........................

Horsepower ............................

Speed .....................................

Brake .....................................

Double Insulated ........................

Motor Arbor Shaft Size ..............

MITER SAW

Cutting Capacity:

Crosscut ............................

Miter 45 ° R.& L ...................

Bevel 45 ° L ........................

45 ° Miter and 45 ° Bevel .........

120 V AC, 60HZ, 15 Amp

3HP (Max. Developed)

4000 RPM (No load)

Electric

Yes

5/8"

2-1/2" x 7-7/8" ;

2-1/2" x 5-1/2" ;

1-3/4" x 7-7/8";

1-3/4" x 5-1/2";

3-7/8" x 5-7/8"

3-7/8" x 4-1/8"

2-3/4" x 5-7/8"

2-3/4" x 4-1/8"

BLADE SIZE

Diameter ..............................

Blade Arbor Size ....................

Rotating Table:

Diameter ..............................

Miter Detent Stops .....

.............

Bevel Positive Stops ...............

Base Dimensions ...................

Dust Bag ...............................

Extension Wings ....................

Sliding Fence ........................

Net Weight

12"

1" w/a 5/8" Reducer

13-1/2"

0, 15, 22.5, 31.6, 45 °

R&L

0, 33.9, 45° Left

23" x 16-3/4"

Yes

Yes

Yes

47 Ibs

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection.

This tool is wired at the factory for 110-120 Volt operation.

It must be connected to a 110-120 Volt / 15 Ampere time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.

Before using your tool, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules.

Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury to you or damage to the tool.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use your miter saw.

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug the tool in until you have read and understood the following.

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READ and become familiar with the entire Operators

Manual.

LEARN the tool's application, limitations and possible hazards.

.

KEEP GUARDS

IN PLACE and in working order.

3.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.

Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON.

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KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

5. DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.

Don't use power tools in damp locations, or expose them to rain or snow. Keep work area well lighted.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors and bystanders should be kept a safe distance from work area.

7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

8. DON'T

FORCE THE TOOL.

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

9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

10.USE

PROPER EXTENSION

CORDS.

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 result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power which will cause the tool to overheat.

The table on page 5 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.

11.WEAR

PROPER APPAREL.

Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts.

Nonslip footwear is recommended.

Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

12.ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool can throw foreign objects into the eyes and

could cause permanent eye damage.

ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety standard Z87.1

Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistance lenses.

They ARE NOT safety glasses.

Safety Goggles are available at Sears.

NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1

could seriously injure you when they break.

13.WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing operation produces dust.

14.SECURE

WORK.

Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical.

It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

15.DISCONNECT

TOOLS before the servicing, and when changing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.

16.REDUCE

THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL

STARTING.

Make sure switch is in the OFF position before plugging the tool in.

17.USE

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

Consult this

Operators Manual for recommended accessories.

The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to yourself or others.

18.NEVER

STAND

ON THE TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

19.CHECK

FOR DAMAGED

PARTS.

Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that 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.

20.NEVER

LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENED.

TURN THE POWER "OFF".

Don't walk away from a running tool until the blade comes to a complete stop

& unplug the unit.

21. DON'T OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

22. MAINTAIN

TOOLS WITH

CARE.

Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

23.WARNING:

Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health. Always operate saw in well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal.

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USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW BLADES. When using carbide tipped blades, make sure they have a negative hook angle. IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE

THIN KERF BLADESthey can deflect and contact guard and can cause possible injury to the operator.

2. DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to these instructions.

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IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of miter saws, seek guidance from your supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.

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ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and table. DO NOT perform any operation free hand (use clamp wherever possible).

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KEEP HANDS out of the path of the saw blade.

If the workpiece you are cutting would cause your hands to be within 8-1/2" inches of the saw blade, the workpiece should be clamped in place before making the cut.

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

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

8. KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS

CLEAN

and free of chips or dust.

9. ALWAYS

MAKE

SURE all handles are tight before cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the positive stops.

10.BE

SURE both the blade and the collar are clean and the arbor bolt is tightened securely.

11. USE only blade collars specified for your saw.

12. NEVER use blades larger or smaller in diameter than 12-inches.

13. NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.

14. ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage before operation.

Replace a cracked or damaged blade immediately.

15. NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less than 4000 RPM.

16. USE the blade guards at all times.

17.ALWAYS

keep the blade guards in place.

18.NEVER

reach around the saw blade.

19.MAKE

SURE the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned ON.

20. IMPORTANT: After completing the cut, release the power switch and wait for the blade to stop before returning the saw to the raised position.

21.MAKE

SURE the blade has come to a complete stop before removing or securing the workpiece, changing the workpiece angle, or changing the angle of the blade.

22. NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this tool.

This miter saw is designed for use on wood and wood-like products.

23.NEVER

cut small pieces.

If the workpiece being cut would cause your hand or fingers to be within 8-1/2" inches of the saw blade the workpiece is too small.

24.PROVIDE

adequate support to the sides of the saw table for long work pieces.

25.NEVER

use the miter saw in an area with flammable liquids or gases.

26.NEVER

use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.

27.SHUT

OFF the power before servicing or adjusting the tool.

28. DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and clean the machine when finished using.

29.MAKE

SURE the work area is clean before leaving the machine.

30.SHOULD

any part of your miter saw be missing, damaged, or fail in any way, or any electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off the switch and remove the plug from the power supply outlet.

Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before resuming operation.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR

SPECIFICATIONS

The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreversible type.

See "MOTOR" in the "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" section on page 2.

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection.

Your saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation.

Connect to a 120V, 15

Amp circuit and use a 15 amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or damaged immediately.

in any way, have it replaced

DOUBLEINSULATED[]

Allexposed internalmetalmotorcomponents parts- Whenservicing parts.

Polarizedplugs- Thissawhasa plugthatlookslikethe oneshownbelow:

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To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this saw 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 in 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.

Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool.

To avoid electrocution:

1. Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool with double insulation.

Servicing should be performed by a qualified technician.

2. Do not use power tools in wet or damp locations or expose them to rain or snow.

This tool is intended for indoor use only.

MOTOR SAFETY

PROTECTION

IM PORTANT:

To avoid motor damage, the motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to keep sawdust from interfering with the motor ventilation.

1. CONNECT this saw to a 120V, 15 amp. circuit with a 15 amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

Using the wrong size fuse can damage the motor.

2. If the motor won't start, release the trigger switch immediately.

UNPLUG THE SAW. Check the saw blade to make sure it turns freely.

If the blade is free, try to start the saw again.

If the motor still does not start, refer to the "TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE"

3. IF the tool suddenly stalls while cutting wood, release the trigger switch, unplug the tool, and free the blade from the wood. The saw may now be started and the cut finished.

4. FUSES may "blow" or circuit breakers may trip frequently if: a. MOTOR is overloaded - overloading can occur if you feed too rapidly or make too many start/stops in a short time.

b. LINE VOLTAGE is more than 10% above or below the nameplate voltage rating.

For heavy loads, the voltage at motor terminals must equal the voltage specified on the nameplate.

c. IMPROPER or dull saw blades are used.

5. Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or incorrect connections, overload, low voltage or inadequate power supply wiring. Always check the connections, the load and supply circuit if the motor doesn't run well. Check minimum gauge for the length of cord you are using on the chart below.

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

Use a 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 cause overheating.

The table below 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.

Be sure your extension cord is properly wired

and in good condition.

Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.

Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

Use a separate electrical

circuit for your tools.

This circuit must not be less than # 12 wire and should be protected with a 15 Amp time delay fuse.

Before connecting the tool to the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate, running at a lower voltage will damage the motor.

Ampere more than

0

6

10

12

(When

Rating not more than

6

10

12

16 using 120 volts only)

Total length

25'

18

18

16

14 12

50'

16

16

16 of cord in feet

100'

16

14

14

150'

14

12

12 not recommended

CAUTION: In all cases make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded.

If you are not sure have a certified electrician, check the receptacle.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

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Use only accessories recommended for this miter saw.

Follow instructions that accompany accessories.

Use of improper accessories may cause hazards.

The use of any cutting tool except 12 inch saw blades that meet the requirements under recommended accessories is prohibited.

Do not use accessories such as shaper cutters or dado sets. Ferrous metal cutting, the use of abrasive wheels and the cutting of masonry products are prohibited.

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool.

Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury.

ACCESSORIES

Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears

Power and Hand Tool Catalog to purchase recommended accessories for this power tool.

To avoid the risk of personal injury, do not modify this power tool or use accessories not recommended by Sears.

Read warnings and conditions on your CARBIDE TIPPED

SAW BLADE.

Do not operate the saw without the proper saw blade guard in place.

Carbide is a very hard but brittle material.

Care should be taken while mounting, using, and storing carbide tipped blades to prevent accidental damage.

Slight shocks, such as striking the tip while handling, can seriously damage the blade.

Foreign objects in the workpiece, such as wire or nails, can also cause tips to crack or break off. Before using, always visually examine the blade and tips for bent teeth, cracks, breakage, missing or loose tips, or other damage.

Do not use if damage is suspected.

Failure to heed safety instructions and warnings can result in serious bodily injury.

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UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW

To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, do not plug the power cord into a source of power during unpacking and assembly.

This cord must remain unplugged whenever you are working on the saw.

1.

Remove the miter saw from the carton.

IMPORTANT:

Do not lift the miter saw by the switch handle or miter table handle.

It may cause misalignment.

Always lift the machine by the built in carry handle.

2.

Place the saw on a secure stationary work surface.

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Separate all parts from the packing material.

Check each one with the illustration to make certain all items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material.

If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the miter saw, or plug in the power cord until the missing or damaged part is correctly replaced.

To avoid electric shock, use only identical replacement parts when servicing double insulated tools.

Blade Wrench

(Stored behind carry handle)

Dust Collector

Elbow

Hold-down Clamp

Dust Bag

Miter Saw

Left & Right

Extension Wings

_ Lock Knobs

Lock Knobs o e o o Flat Washers

--

Extension Wing

Screws

Arm Brackets

7

ON / OFF Trigger Switch

Safety Lock-OFF Button

Power Cord Storage Clips

Upper Blade Guard

Laser guide

Arbor Lock

Saw Blade

Lower Blade Guard

Sliding Fence

Extension

Left Extension ig

Bevel Scale

Cutting Head Handle

Handle Locking Lever

Motor

Dust Bag

Hold Down Clamp

Fence Arm Bracket o

Base

Bevel Lock Handle

Positive Stop

Locking Lever

Miter Handle

Quick-Cam Miter

Lock Handle

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Table

Mounting Holes Right Extension Wing

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CRAFTSMAN

TERMS

COMPOUND MITER SAW

ARBOR

LOCK - Allows the user to keep the blade from rotating while tightening or loosening the arbor locking bolt during blade replacement or removal.

BASE - Supports the table, holds accessories and allows for workbench or leg set mounting.

BEVEL LOCKING

HANDLE - Locks the miter saw at a desired bevel angle.

BEVEL SCALE

- To measure the bevel angle of the saw blade 0 ° to 45 ° left.

COVER PLATE SCREW Loosen this screw and rotate the plate for access to the blade arbor locking bolt.

DUST CHUTE - Exhausts debris away from the user.

EXTENSION

WING - Extends the width of the work table for support while cutting long work pieces.

They can be used with or without a stop block as an additional side fence.

FENCE - Helps to keep the workpiece from moving when sawing.

Scaled to assist with accurate cutting.

SAFETY LOCK-OFF BUTTON

- Yellow button on handle must be pushed forward to activate the trigger switch.

LOWER BLADE GUARD - Helps protect your hands from the blade in the raised position, it retracts as the blade is lowered.

MITER HANDLE

- Used to rotate the saw to the right or left cutting position.

MITER SCALE - To measure the miter angle 0 ° to 45 ° left,

0° to 45 ° right.

MOUNTING HOLES

- To mount the miter saw to a stable surface.

ON/OFF

TRIGGER

SWITCH

- To prevent the trigger from being accidentally engaged, a lock-off slide switch is provided.

To start the tool, push the lock-off slide switch forward and squeeze the trigger.

Release the trigger to stop the miter saw.

POSITIVE STOP LOCKING LEVER-

Used in combination with the miter handle, it locks the miter saw at a preset positive stop for the desired miter angle.

STOP LATCH Locks the miter saw in the lowered position for compact storage and transportation.

SWITCH HANDLE - The cutting head handle contains the trigger switch and a safety lock-off slide switch.

The blade is lowered into the workpiece by pushing down on the handle.

The saw will return to its upright position when the handle is released.

WARNING LABELS - Read and understand for your own safety. Always make certain these are in place & legible.

WRENCH STORAGE Convenient storage to prevent misplacing the blade wrench.

WOODWORKING TERMS

ARBOR - The shaft on which a blade is mounted.

BEVEL CUT - An angle cut made through the face of the workpiece.

COMPOUND CUTA simultaneous bevel and miter cut.

CROSS CUT - A cut made across the width or grain of the workpiece.

FREEHAND -

Performing a cut without using a fence

(guide), hold down or other proper device to prevent the workpiece from twisting during the cutting operation.

GUM -A sticky sap from wood products.

HEEL - Misalignment of the blade.

KERF - The amount of material removed by blade cut.

MITER CUT - An angle cut made across the width or grain of the workpiece.

RESIN -A sticky sap that has hardened.

REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE (RPM) - The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.

SAW BLADE PATH - The area of the workpiece or table top directly in line with the travel of the blade or the part of the workpiece which will be cut.

SET -

The distance between two saw blade tips, bent outward in opposite directions to each other.

The further apart the tips are, the greater the set.

WORKPIECE The item being cut.

The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends, and edges.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

To avoid injury, do not connect this miter saw to the power source until it is completely assembled and adjusted, and you have read and understood

Operators Manual.

this

INSTALLING EXTENSION WINGS & ARM

BRACKETS (FIG. A)

1. Slide the extension wing (1) into the mounting holes

(2) of the saw base.

2. Thread the locking screw (3) into the extension wing then tighten with a Phillips screwdriver.

3. Place one flat washer (4) onto one lock knob (5), insert through the arm bracket (6) and thread into the extension wing.

Repeat for second lock knob.

4. Thread the extension wing lock knob (7) into the threaded hole in the base (8) to lock the extension wing into place.

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 for right side extension.

NOTE: The arm brackets serve two purposes: To act as a stop block for repetitive cuts and to level the workpiece when the extension wings are fully extended for additional work support (see Operation for details).

Fig. A

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Fig. B

INSTALLING

THE DUST BAG (Fig. C)

1. Squeeze the metal collar wings (1) of the dust bag

(2).

1. Place the dust bag neck opening around the exhaust port (3), and release the metal collar wings.

Fig. C

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4

6

1

INSTALLING THE DUST COLLECTION

ELBOW

(Fig. B)

1.

Install the larger end of the elbow (1) onto the exhaust port (2).

NOTE: The elbow can be used to attach either the dust bag or a vacuum hose to remove sawdust from the work area.

INSTALLING THE HOLD-DOWN CLAMP (Fig.

D)

1.

Loosen two lock knobs (1) in each side on the rear

3.

.

of the saw base (2).

Place the Hold-down Clamp (3) on either the left or right mounting hole (4).

Tighten the lock knob to secure the clamp in place.

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Fig. D

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RAISING THE CUTTING HEAD (Fig. E)

Raising

1. Push down slightly on the cutting handle.

2. Pull out the stop latch (1).

3. Allow the cutting head to rise to the up position.

To avoid injury and damage to the saw, transport or store the miter saw with the cutting head locked in the down position.

Never use the stop latch to hold the cutting head in a down position for cutting operations.

Fig. E

REMOVING OR INSTALLATING THE BLADE

1.

Only use a 12-inch diameter blade.

2.

To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and plug is not connected to the power source outlet.

REMOVING (Fig. G, H, I)

1. Unplug the saw from the outlet.

2. Raise the miter saw to the upright position.

3. Loosen the cover plate screw (2) with a Phillips screwdriver.

4. Rotate the cover plate (3) to expose the arbor bolt

(4).

5. Place the blade end wrench over the arbor bolt.

Fig. G

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LOCKING

1. Push the cutting head down to its lowest position.

2. Push the stop latch (1) into the locking hole.

IMPORTANT:

To avoid damage, never carry the miter saw by the switch handle, the cutting arm, or the miter table handle.

ALWAYS use the designated carrying handle located on the top of the machine.

BLADE WRENCH STORAGE

(Fig.

F)

For convenient storage and prevention of loss, there is a slot (1) located in the rear of the carry handle for storing the blade wrench (2).

6. Locate the arbor lock (5) on the motor, below the miter saw switch handle.

(Fig.

H)

7. Press the arbor lock, holding it in firmly while turning the blade wrench clockwise.

The arbor lock will then engage and lock the arbor. Continue to hold the arbor lock while turning the wrench clockwise to loosen the arbor bolt.

Fig. F

Fig. H

5

IMPORTANT: Make sure the flats of the blade collars are engaged with the flats on the arbor shaft. Also, the flat side of the arbor collar must be placed against the blade.

3. Place the blade wrench on the arbor bolt.

4. Press the arbor lock (5), holding it in firmly while turning the blade wrench counterclockwise.

When the arbor lock engages, continue to press the arbor lock in while tightening the arbor bolt securely.

(Fig.

H)

5. Rotate the cover plate (3) back to its original position until the slot in the cover plate engages with the cover plate screw (2). Tighten the screw with a

Phillips screwdriver.

(Fig. G)

6. Be sure the arbor lock is released so the blade turns freely by spinning the blade until the arbor lock disengages.

REMOVING - cont'd

8. Remove the arbor bolt (4), the outer blade collar (6), and the blade (7) with the 5/8" reducer.

Do not remove the inner blade collar. (Fig.

I)

9. Raise the lower clear plastic blade guard (1) to the upright position (Fig. G) to remove the blade.

NOTE:

Pay attention to the pieces removed, noting their position and direction they face. Wipe the blade collars clean of any sawdust before installing a new blade. Also, the 12" blade has a 1" arbor hole with a

5/8" reducer to mount onto the saw.

Fig. I

6

4 7

To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the power source outlet. To avoid injury, never use the saw without the cover plate secure in place.

It keeps the arbor bolt from falling out if it accidentally loosens, and helps prevent the spinning blade from coming off the saw.

ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS (Fig.

J)

1. Set the bevel and miter angles at zero degrees.

2. Lower and lock the cutting head into position.

3. Using a square, lay the heel of the square against the blade, and the rule against the fence (2) as shown.

NOTE: Be sure to rest the square against the body of the blade and not against the teeth of the blade.

4. If the blade is not 90 ° to the fence, loosen the three fence locking bolts (1).

5. Adjust the fence 90 ° to the blade and re-tighten the three fence locking bolts.

CAUTION: If the saw has not been used recently, recheck blade squareness to the fence and readjust if needed.

Fig. J

INSTALLING BLADE (Fig.

G, H, I)

Un-plug the miter saw before changing/installing blade.

the

1. Install a 12" blade with a 5/8" arbor (or a 1" arbor with a 5/6" reducer) making sure the rotation arrow on the blade matches the clockwise rotation arrow on the upper guard, and the blade teeth are pointing downward.

2. Place the outer blade collar (6) against the blade and on the arbor. Thread the arbor bolt (4) on the arbor

(Fig. I} in a counterclockwise direction.

MITER SCALE (Fig, K)

The miter saw table has nine of the most common angle settings with positive stops at 0°, 15 °, 22.5 °, 31.6 ° and 45 ° . These positive stops position the blade at the desired angle quickly and accurately.

Miter Angle Pointer Adjustment (Fig. K):

1.

Place the miter table at the zero position making sure the positive stop locking lever snaps into position.

2.

Loosen the miter angle indicator screw (1) and adjust the indicator to the "0" mark on the miter scale.

3.

Tighten miter angle indicator screw.

Fig. K

4.

,

(1), grasp the miter handle (2) and move the miter table left or right to the desired angle.

Release the positive stop locking lever.

Press down on the Miter Quick-Cam locking lever

(3) until it locks the miter table in place.

NOTE: The miter Quick-Cam locking lever should lock the table and prevent it from moving left or right. If adjustment is needed, see next step.

Miter Quick-Cam Table Lock Adjustment: (Fig. M)

Note: Fig. M is a view from underneath the saw

1.

Press down and lock the miter quick-cam table lock

(1).

2.

Turn the stop nut (2) to the left as shown using a

13mm wrench to extend the locking arm against the base of the miter saw.

3.

Test the quick cam miter lock to verify it locks the table into position securely.

4.

Turn the lock nut (3) to the right as shown to lock the miter locking mechanism into place.

Fig. M

1

Positive Stop Miter Angle Adjustment: (Fig. L)

1.

Unlock the miter table by lifting up on the miter quick-cam table lock (3).

2.

While holding the positive stop locking lever down

(1), grasp the miter handle (2) and move the miter table left or right to the desired angle.

3.

Release the positive stop locking lever and set the miter at the desired angle making sure the lever snaps into place.

NOTE: The lever will only lock into place at one of the nine positive stops.

To lock the table at all other degrees, see next section.

Fig. L

2 1

3

Quick-Cam

Miter Table Lock Operation:

(Fig. L)

If miter angles required are NOT one of the nine positive stops noted above, the miter table can be locked at any angle between these positive stops by using the Miter Quick-Cam table lock.

1.

Unlock the miter table by lifting up on the miter quick-cam table lock (3).

2.

While holding the positive stop locking lever down

90 o BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT (Fig. N)

To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, turn the switch OFF and remove the power cord from the power source.

90 ° Bevel

adjustment

(Fig.

N)

1.

Loosen the bevel lock handle (1) by rotating it clockwise and tilt the cutting arm completely to the right. Tighten the bevel lock handle.

2.

Place a combination square (2) on the miter table with the rule against the table and the heel of the square against the saw blade.

3.

If the blade is not 90 ° square with the miter table, loosen the bevel lock handle, remove the cover plate (4), turn the bevel angle adjusting screw (3) in or out with a 2.5mm

hex wrench until the blade is square with the table.

4.

Repeat steps 1 & 2 to verify blade squareness and replace the cover plate once alignment is achieved.

5.

When the blade is exactly 90 ° to the table loosen the left bevel indicator screw (5) using Phillips screwdriver.

6.

Adjust the bevel indicator (6) to the "0" mark on the bevel scale and retighten the screw.

]3

Fig. N

1

3

45 ° Bevel adjustment (Fig. O)

1.

Unlock the bevel lock handle and tilt the cutting arm as far to the left as possible making sure the crown molding positive stop pin (9) is pulled out towards the rear of the machine.

2.

Using a combination square, check to see if the blade angle is 45 ° to the table.

3.

If the blade is not at 45 ° to the miter table, loosen the bevel locking lever, turn the bevel adjustment screw (10) in or out with a 2.5mm

hex wrench until the blade is 45 ° to the miter table.

4.

Repeat steps 1 & 2 to verify blade squareness.

5.

When the blade is exactly 45 ° to the table, loosen the RIGHT bevel indicator screw using Phillips screwd river.

6.

Adjust the bevel indicator to the 45 ° mark on the bevel scale and retighten the screw.

5

Fig. 0

10

33.9 ° Bevel Adjustment (Fig. O)

1.

Push the bevel detent pin (9) in toward the front of the unit.

2.

Unlock the bevel lock handle and tilt the cutting arm to the crown molding positive stop at 33.9 o

3.

Using a combination square, check to see if the blade angle is 33.9 ° to the table.

4.

If the blade is not at 33.9 ° to the miter table, loosen

Iocknut (7) then turn the bevel angle adjusting bolt

(8) in or out with a 10mm wrench until the blade is at 33.9 ° to the miter table.

5.

Secure the locking nut (7) into position after alignment is achieved.

BEVEL SCALE

There are two bevel scales on this machine for ease in viewing at all bevel angles.

ALIGNING THE LASER GUIDE (Fig. P, Q, R)

This adjustment was made at the factory however minor adjustment may be required before the tool is used for the first time.

Also, the laser alignment should be checked periodically to verify accuracy.

You also have the option to change the laser projection to the left, middle or right side of the blade according to your preference when using the laser to guide the cutting operation.

When using the laser on an edge of the workpiece, it may require recalibration to cut at the left or right of the kerf.

Fig. Q

For your own safety,

never connect the plug to power source

outlet until all the adjustment steps

are complete and you have read and understood the safety and operational instructions.

How to Check

Laser-beam Alignment

1.

Find a 90 ° square scrap workpiece and scribe a

90 ° line as the calibrating pattern and position the workpiece on the table.

2.

Turn on the laser and line up the laser beam with the scribed line.

3.

Lower the cutting head to verify the blade is parallel to the side of the scribed line.

Parallel Laser Beam Adjustment (Fig. P)

Lower the cutting head so the blade is flush with the side of the scribed line. Turn on the laser beam, loosen the screw (4 - Fig. R) ¼ turn and adjust the thumbscrew

(2 - Fig. R) accordingly then retighten the screw (4).

Fig. P

n m m

.

m i m

I w m m u m m m m m i m w i m m m u i m m

Laser- beam

Laser-beam J

Laser

Position Adjustment

If the Laser Beam moves when the upper cutting arm is raised and lowered, adjust the screw (3) cautiously with a slotted screwdriver +/- 5 ° or approximately 1/8 turn.

5

Fig. R

CHANGING THE BATTERIES (Fig.

R)

Unplug your miter saw before making any adjustments.

Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury.

1.

Lift open the battery cover (5).

2.

Remove and replace the two batteries.

Note: Replace the batteries that have a rating of 1.5

volts (Number 4 series and AAA size or equivalent).

When replacing the batteries, the battery cover should be thoroughly cleaned.

Use a soft paintbrush or similar device, to remove all sawdust and debris.

Laser Beam Angle Adjustment

(Fig. Q)

If the laser-beam is not parallel to the scribed line, adjust the screw (1 - Fig. R) with a Phillips screwdriver.

Be careful not to overturn the adjustment screw.

The maximum turn for the screw (1 - Fig. R) is +/- 5or approximately 1/8 turn to prevent any possible wire damage.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATION

FOR BASIC SAW

BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW

Replace damaged, missing, or defective parts before using the saw again.

Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw clean for best and safest performance.

Follow instructions for lubricating.

Don't put lubricants on the blade while it's spinning.

Remove all adjusting wrenches from the tool before turning it on.

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious, permanent injury, do not plug the tool in until the following steps are completed:

• Completely assemble and adjust the saw, following the instructions.

(ASSEMBLY AND

ADJUSTMENTS)

•

• Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch, lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards, stop latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate screws.

Review and understand all safety instructions and

•

• operating procedures in this Operator's Manual.

(SAFETY & OPERATIONS)

Review the MAINTENANCE and

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.

To avoid injury or possible death from electrical shock:

Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your miter saw. (ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND

SAFETY)

•

BEFORE EACH USE

•

•

•

•

•

Inspect

your saw.

Disconnect the miter

saw. To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug the saw before any adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.

Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to the direction arrow on the blade. The blade teeth should always point downward at the front of the saw.

Tighten the arbor bolt.

Tighten the cover plate screw.

Check for damaged parts.

Check for:

•

•

•

Alignment

Damaged

Binding of moving electric of moving parts cords parts

•

• Mounting

Function holes of arm return spring and lower guard:

Push the cutting arm all the way down, then let it rise until it stops.

The lower guard should fully close.

Follow instructions in

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for

• adjustment.

Other conditions that may affect the way the miter saw works.

Keep all guards in place, in working order and proper adjustment.

If any part of this miter saw is missing, bent damaged or broken in any way, or any electrical parts don't work, turn the saw off and unplug it.

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•

•

USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS section of this Operators Manual for recommended accessories.

Follow the instructions that come with the accessory.

The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

Choose the correct 12 inches diameter blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do.

Do not use Thin Kerf blades,

• Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and properly aligned.

Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.

Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is no excessive play in any parts.

KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.

• Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face and ears.

•

Know your miter

saw.

Read and understand the Operator's Manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts, don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the miter saw.

•

Avoid accidental starting

Make sure the switch is OFF before plugging the miter saw into a power outlet.

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PLAN YOUR WORK

Use the right tool. Don't force a tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed to do. Use a different tool for any workpiece that can't be held in a solidly braced, fixed position.

CAUTION:

This machine is NOT designed for cutting masonry, masonry products & ferrous metals (steel, iron, and iron-based metals.) Use this miter saw to cut only wood, wood-like products, or soft metals like aluminum.

Other material may shatter, bind the blade, or create other dangers.

Remove all nails that may be in the workpiece to prevent sparking that could cause a fire.

DRESS FOR SAFETY

Any power tool can throw foreign objects into the eyes.

This can result in permanent eye damage.

Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses and are not safety glasses.

Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1

could seriously injure you

•

•

• when they break.

• Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, watches).

They can get caught and

• draw you into moving parts.

Wear non-slip footwear.

Tie back long hair.

Roll long sleeves above the elbow.

Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possible hearing damage, wear ear plugs when using any miter saw.

• For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with safety goggles.

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Make sure there are no gaps between the workpiece, fence and table that will let the workpiece shift during the cut.

Keep the cut off piece free to move sideways after it is cut off. Otherwise, it could get wedged against the blade and thrown, possibly causing injury.

Only the workpiece should be on the saw table.

Secure work.

Use clamps or a vise to help hold the work when it's practical.

USE EXTRA CAUTION WITH LARGE OR ODD

SHAPED WORKPIECES.

Use extra supports (tables, sawhorses, blocks, etc.) for workpieces large enough to tip.

Never use another person as a substitute for a table extension, or as an additional support for a workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic miter saw table, or to help feed, support, or pull the workpiece.

Do not use this saw to cut small pieces.

If the workpiece being cut would cause your hand or fingers to be within 8-1/2" inches of the saw blade workpiece is too small. Keep hands and fingers out of the "no hands zone" area marked on the saws table.

When cutting odd shaped workpieces, plan your work so it will not bind in the blade and cause possible injury. Molding, for example, must lie flat or be held by a fixture or jig that will not let it move when cut.

Properly support round material such as dowel rods, or tubing, which have a tendency to roll when cut, causing the blade to "bite".

INSPECT

YOUR WORKPIECE

Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece being cut.

Plan your work to avoid small pieces that may bind, or that are too small to clamp and get a solid grasp on,

Plan the way you will grasp the workpiece from start to finish. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions.

A sudden slip could cause your fingers or hand to move into the blade.

DON'T OVER-REACH

Keep good footing and balance.

Keep your face and body to one side, out of the line of a possible kickback.

NEVER stand in the line of the blade.

•

•

Never cut freehand:

Brace your workpiece firmly against table stop so it will not rock or twist during the cut.

Make sure there is no debris between the workpiece and the table or fence.

the fence and

To avoid injury, follow all applicable safety instructions, when cutting non-ferrous metals:

• Use only saw blades specifically recommended for non-ferrous metal cutting.

•

•

Do not cut metal workpieces that must be hand held. Clamp workpieces securely.

Cut non-ferrous metals only if you are under the supervision of an experienced person.

WHEN SAW IS RUNNING

Don't allow familiarity from frequent use of your miter saw to result in a careless mistake.

A careless fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe injury.

Before cutting, if the saw makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates, stop immediately.

Turn the saw OFF. Unplug the saw. Do not restart until finding and correcting the problem.

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•

•

BODY AND HAND POSITION (Fig. S)

Proper positioning of your body and hands when operating the miter saw will make cutting easier and safer. Never place hands near the cutting area. Place hand at least 8-1/2" away from the path of the blade.

Hold workpiece firmly against the fence to prevent movement toward the blade. Keep hands in position until the trigger has been released and the blade has completely stopped.

Before making a cut, with the power switch in the OFF position bring the saw blade down to the workpiece to see the cutting path of the blade.

•

•

Keep children away. Keep all visitors a safe distance from the miter saw. Make sure bystanders are clear of the miter saw and workpiece.

Don't force the tool. It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate. Feed the saw into the workpiece slowly with a firm downward motion.

•

Before freeing jammed material

Turn switch OFF.

Unplug the miter saw.

Wait for all moving parts to stop.

After finishing a cut

Keep holding the power head down.

Release the switch, and wait for all moving parts to stop before moving your hands.

If the blade doesn't stop within 6 seconds, unplug the saw and follow refer to THE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.

Fig.

S

THREE POSITION ROTATING HANDLE (Fig.

U)

The handle of the miter saw has been designed to rotate and lock at three different positive stops; 0°, 45 °, and 90 ° for operator convenience.

handle:

To rotate the

1.

Unlock the red handle locking lever (4) by pulling it toward the front of the machine.

2.

Pull the red handle-locking latch (8) to the front of the saw and hold in position.

3.

Rotate the handle to 0°, 45 ° or 90 ° and release the handle locking latch.

NOTE: After releasing the handle locking latch, rotate the handle left and right to make sure the latch engages into the positive locking position.

4.

Lock the handle locking lever (4) by pushing it IN toward the rear of the handle.

NOTE: The tightness of the rotating handle (1)when locked in position can be adjusted by following steps:

1.

Loosen & remove the four screws (6), and remove the carry handle (7).

2.

If the rotating handle (1) is too loose or tight, adjust the nut (9) clockwise or counter clockwise with a

13mm wrench.

Fig.

U

7

4

8

3

8-1/2"

LASER ON/OFF SWITCH (Fig. T)

8-1/2"

Laser radiation.

Avoid direct eye exposure.

Always un-plug miter

saw from

power

source

before making any adjustment.

1.

Unlock the laser guide lever (1) by pulling it out toward the left side of the saw.

2.

Slide out on the laser guide assembly by pulling on the tab (2)

3.

Lock the laser guide assembly into place by pushing the locking lever in toward the right side of the saw.

4.

To turn the laser ON or OFF, press the rocker switch (3).

TURNING THE SAW ON (Fig. U)

To reduce the likelihood of accidental starting, a thumb activated yellow lock-OFF switch is located on top of the switch handle.

The safety lock-OFF button (2) must be pushed forward before the trigger switch can be activated and the miter saw started.

Make the switch child-proof.

Insert a padlock through the hole (3) in the trigger switch and lock it. This will prevent children and other unauthorized users from turning the switch ON.

SLIDING FENCE (Fig. V)

The sliding fence must be fully extended to the left when making any compound or bevel cuts.

Failure to fully extend the sliding fence will not allow

enough

space for the blade to pass through, which could result in serious injury.

1.

Unlock the fence cam locking lever (1) by pushing it toward the rear of the machine.

2.

Fully extend the fence (2) by sliding it out as far as possible.

3.

Lock the fence cam lock by pushing it IN toward the fence.

NOTE: When transporting the saw, always secure the sliding fence in the collapsed position (toward the saw blade).

Fig. V

BEVEL CUT (Fig. X)

The sliding

fence must be fully extended to the left when making any bevel cuts.

Failure to fully

extend

the sliding fence will not allow

enough

space for the blade to pass through, which could result in serious injury. Failure to extend the fence

may cause the saw blade to make

contact with the fence.

1.

When a bevel cut is required, loosen the bevel lock handle (1) by turning it clockwise.

Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle as shown on the bevel scale (2).

The blade can be positioned at any angle, from a 90 ° straight cut (0 ° on the scale) to a 45 ° left bevel. Tighten the lock handle (1)to lock the cutting head in position.

Positive stops are provided at 0 °, 33.9 ° and 45 °.

Fig. X

1

2

MITER CUT (Fig. W)

1.

Unlock the miter quick-cam table lock (3) and press and hold down the positive stop locking lever (1).

2.

While holding the positive stop locking lever down, grasp the miter handle (2) and move the miter table left or right to the desired angle.

3.

Release the positive stop locking lever, making sure it engages the positive stop.

Slight movement of the miter handle left or right will ensure positive stop engagement.

NOTE: Positive stops at provided at 0°, 15 °, 22.5 °,

31.6 ° and 45 ° right and left.

NOTE: If the miter angle required is NOT one of the positive stops noted above, the miter table can be locked at any angle between these positive stops by using the miter quick-cam table lock.

Fig. W

NOTE: The saw comes with a 33.9 ° bevel detent pin for setting up crown molding cuts.

33.9 ° BEVEL DETENT PIN FOR CROWN MOLDINGS

(Fig. Y)

1.

Push the crown molding stop pin (1) in toward the front of the machine.

2.

Loosen the bevel lock handle.

3.

Rotate the cutting head until the crown molding stop pin stops the bevel angle at 33.9 ° on the bevel scale.

4.

Tighten the bevel lock handle before you make your cut.

Fig. Y

\

2

3

1

COMPOUND CUT (Fig. Z)

The sliding fence must be fully extended to the left when making any compound cuts. Failure to fully extend the sliding fence will not allow enough space for the blade which could result in serious injury.

1.

Fully extend the fence by sliding it out as far as possible.

See "SLIDING FENCE".

2.

Set the desired bevel angle and lock into position with the bevel lock handle (1).

3.

Set the desired miter angle using positive stop the locking lever (3) or the miter quick lock (2).

Fig. Z

Fig. BB

NOTE: When mounted on a flat surface, the miter saw table is 3-7/8" high.

CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL

(Fig. AA)

A bowed workpiece must be positioned properly before cutting.

Do not position workpiece incorrectly or try to cut the workpiece without the support of the fence.

This will cause the blade to bind and could result in personal injury.

Fig. AA

When making multiple or repetitive cuts that result in cut-off pieces of one inch or less, it is possible for the saw blade to catch the cut-off piece and throw it out of the saw or into the blade guard and housing, possibly causing damage or injury. To minimize this risk, turn off the machine, wait until the blade comes to a complete stop, unplug the unit & remove the cut pieces.

AUXILARY WOOD FENCE (Fig. CC)

Holes are provided in the saw fence to attach an auxiliary wood fence (this provides additional depth of cut). This fence should be constructed of straight auxiliary wood approximately 3/4 inch thick by 2-1/2 inches high by 21 inches long. Attach the wood fence securely and make a full depth cut to make a blade slot.

Check for interference between the wood fence and the lower blade guard. Adjust if necessary.

Fig. CC

Blade slot

WORKPIECE SUPPORT (Fig. BB)

Long pieces need extra support.

The support should be placed under the workpiece.

Keep your hand holding the workpiece positioned 8-1/2" or more away from the blade. The support must let the workpiece lay flat on the work table during the cutting operation.

NOTE: When mounted on a flat surface, the miter saw table is 3-13/16 inches high.

Basemoldings acompound onmoldingcharacteristics

Perform results: toachievebest

1.Alwaysmakesuremoldings

andtable.Usehold-down, whenever andplacetapeonthe areabeingclampedtoavoidmarks.

bytapingthecutareapriorto makingthecut.Markthecutlinedirectlyonthetape.

typically bladeapplication

Fig. DD

Fig. FF

Settings for standard crown mo_ding tying flat on compound miter saw table

F

Fig. EE

Miter saw table i]

_nside corner OR

Miter saw table

Miter at 45 °, bevel at 0 _

Miter at 0 °, bevel at 45 °

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NOTE: Always perform a dry run cut so you can determine if the operation being attempted is possible before power is applied to the saw.

CUTTING CROWN MOLDING

(FIG. EE, FF)

Your compound miter saw is suited for the difficult task of cutting crown molding.

To fit properly, crown molding must be compound-mitered with extreme accuracy.

The two surfaces on a piece of crown molding that fit flat against the ceiling and wall are at angles that, when added together, equal exactly 90 ° .

Most crown molding has a top rear angle (the section that fits flat against the ceiling) of 52°and a bottom rear angle (the section that fits flat against the wall) of 38 ° .

In order to accurately cut crown molding for a 90 ° inside or outside corner, lay the molding with its broad back surface flat on the saw table.

When setting the bevel and miter angles for compound miters, remember that the settings are interdependent; changing one changes the other, as well. Also keep in mind that the angles from crown molding are very easy for these angles to shift slightly, all settings should be tested on scrap molding.

Use a safety clamping vise, whenever possible, and place tape on the area being clamped to avoid marks.

Outside corner

Compound cut crown moldings

Bevel/Miter Settings

KEY

BEVEL MITER

SETT NG SETT NG

IL

IR

OL

OR

33.9 °

33.9 °

33.9 °

33.9 °

31.6 °

Right

31.6 °

Left

31.6 °

Left

31.6 °

Right

TYPE

OF CUT

Inside corner-Left

side

1. Position top of molding against fence.

2. Miter table set at RIGHT 31.6 °.

3. LEFT side is finished piece.

Inside corner-Right

side

1 .Position

bottom of molding against fence.

2.Miter

table set at LEFT 31.6 °.

3.LEFT

side is finished piece.

Outside

corner-Left

side

1 .Position

bottom of molding against fence.

2.Miter

table set at LEFT 31.6 °.

3.RIGHT

side is finished piece.

Outside

corner-Right

side

1.Position

top of molding against fence.

2.Miter

table set at RIGHT 31.6 °.

3.RIGHT

side is finished piece.

MAINTENANCE

DANGER

Never put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.

To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the miter saw.

LOWER BLADE GUARD

Do not use the saw without the lower blade guard. The lower blade guard is attached to the saw for your protection.

Should the lower guard become damaged, do not use the saw until the damaged guard has been replaced.

Develop a regular check to make sure the lower guard is working properly.

Clean the lower guard of any dust or buildup with a damp cloth.

CAUTION: Do not use solvents on the guard. They could make the plastic "cloudy" and brittle.

To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, unplug the power cord before working on the saw.

For your safety, this saw is double-insulated.

To avoid electrical shock, fire or injury, use only parts identical to those identified in the parts list. Reassemble exactly as the original assembly to avoid electrical shock.

REPLACING CARBON BRUSHES

(FIG. GG)

The carbon brushes furnished will last approximately 50 hours of running time, or 10,000 ON/OFF cycles.

Replace both carbon brushes when either has less than

1/4" length of carbon remaining, or if the spring or wire is damaged or burned.

To inspect or replace brushes, first unplug the saw. Then remove the black plastic cap

(1) on the side of the motor (2). Remove the cap cautiously, because it is spring-loaded.

Then pull out the brush and replace.

Replace the other side in the same manner.

To reassemble, reverse the procedure.

The ears on the metal end of the assembly go in the same hole the carbon part fits into. Tighten the cap snugly, but do not overtighten.

NOTE: To reinstall the same brushes, first make sure the brushes go back in the way they came out. This will avoid a break-in period.

Fig. GG

When cleaning the lower guard, unplug the saw from the power source receptacle to avoid unexpected startup.

SAWDUST

Periodically, sawdust will accumulate under the work table and base.

This could cause difficulty in the movement of the worktable when setting up a miter cut.

Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust.

If blowing sawdust, wear proper eye protection to keep debris from entering eyes.

LUBRICATION

All the motor bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions; therefore, no further lubrication is required.

Lubricate the Following as Required:

Chop pivot:

light machine oil or aerosol will penetrate from the ends of the junction points. A qualified service technician can remove the pivot upstop to relieve tension, and the 2 metric set screws holding the shaft, in order to drive the shaft about 3/4" right. Exposed surfaces are lubricated with automotive type oil.

Central pivot of plastic guard:

Use light household oil

(sewing machine oil ) on metal-to-metal or metal-to-plastic guard contact areas as required for smooth, quiet operation.

Avoid excessive oil, to which sawdust will cling.

Link: (which actuates the lower guard movement) may be oiled at the rear pivot, greased at ball bearing contact, and oiled where the link actuates the acetyl roller of the lower guard, if the down chop motion is hard to start.

ConsultyourSearsServiceCenterifforanyreasonthemotorwillnotrun.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

Brake does not stop blade within

6 seconds.

GUIDE - MOTOR

PROBLEM CAUSE

1. Motor brushes not sealed or lightly sticking.

2.

Motor brake overheated from use of defective or wrong size blade or rapid ON/OFF cycling.

3. Arbor bolt loose.

4. Other.

Motor does not start

1. Fuse

2.

Brush worn.

3.

Other.

Brush excessively 1. Brushes Worn/Damaged sparks

when

switch released.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - SAW OPERATION

SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.

Inspect / clean / replace brushes.

See

MAINTENANCE section.

2.

Use a recommended blade.

Let motor cool down.

3. Retighten.

4. Contact Sears Service Center.

1. Check 15-Amp time delay fuse, or circuit breaker.

2.

See MAINTENANCE section.

3. Contact Sears Service Center.

1. Replace Brushes (See Maintenance).

PROBLEM

Blade hits table.

Angle of cut not accurate.

Can't adjust miter.

Cutting arm wobbles.

Cutting arm won't fully raise, or blade guard won't fully close.

Blade binds, jams, burns wood.

Saw vibrates or shakes.

PROBLEM CAUSE

1. Misalignment.

1. Miter table unlocked.

2. Sawdust under table.

1. Loose pivot points.

1.

Part failure.

2.

Pivot spring not replaced properly after service.

3. Sawdust build-up.

1. Improper operation.

2. Dull blade.

3. Improper blade.

4. Warped blade.

1 .Saw blade damaged.

2.Saw

blade loose.

3.Other.

SUGGESTED

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. See ADJUSTMENT section.

1. Use Miter Quick Lock.

See OPERATION Section.

2. Vacuum or blow out dust,

WEAR EYE PROTECTION.

1. See ADJUSTMENT Section.

1. Contact Sears Service Center.

2. Contact Sears Service Center.

3. Clean and lubricate moving parts.

1. See BASIC SAW OPERATION section.

2. Replace or sharpen blade.

3. Replace with 12" diameter blade.

4. Replace blade.

1.Replace

blade.

2. Tighten arbor bolt.

3.Contact

Sears Service Center.

12" CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW MODEL: 137.212150

I_ WARNING]

When damage.

qualified servicing service use only technician.

CRAFTSMAN

Repair replacement

Any attempt to repair or replace electrical service parts.

parts is available

Use of any other parts may create a HAZARD on this at your

Miter nearest

Saw

Sears may create

Service a HAZARD

Center.

or cause product unless repair is done by a

Always have Model Number and I.D. Number ready with placing

an order for parts.

PARTS LIST FOR SCHEMATIC A

Size

I.D. No.

Description

0JMP

OJPE

OJUJ

OJXB

OJZG

OKOX

0K25

OK2L

OK2P

OK6Y

0KAD

0KBA

0KD5

0KDG

0J4J

0J4N

0J4R

0J6A

0J74

0J8P

OJBO

OJEV

OJMN

0KMS

0KMU

0KR1

0KR4

0KR4

20S3

2213

2258

081A

082Q

084W

0CEF

0CF1

0CFX

0DTH

0FHE

0GR3

PIVOT SHAFT

BOLT

PLASTIC SLEEVE

LOCK NUT

WARNING LABEL

TABLE INSERT

ANCHOR BLOCK

SLIDE PLATE

CENTER BOLT

COMPRESSION SPRING

SCREW

FLAT WASHER

FLAT WASHER

FLAT WASHER

FLAT WASHER

FLAT WASHER

FLAT WASHER

FLAT WASHER

E-RING

O-RING

O-RING

HEX. HD. BOLT

HEX. SOC. HD. CAP BOLT

HEX. SOC. SETSCREW

HEX. SOC. SETSCREW

HEX. HD. SCREW AND WASHER

HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP BOLT

HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP BOLT

HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP BOLT

CR.-RE. TRUSSHD. SCREW

CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW

CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

HEX. NUT

HEX. NUT

LOCK NUT

LOCK NUT

LOCK NUT

LOCKING HANDLE ASS'Y cpl0X20-2

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3/8x29/32-5/64

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PIO

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M6x1.0-20

M6x1.0-12

M6xl.0-16

M6x1.0-20

M6xl.0-16

M5x0.8-20

M8X t .25-30

M8X 1.25-40

M4x0.7-10

M4X0.7-8

M5xt6-12

M4x0.7-6

M5x0.8-6

M6x1.0 T=5

M10x1.5 T=8

M16x2.0 T=16

M8x1.25 T=8

M8x1.25 T=8

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239Z

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23P6

23YJ

258K

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21C4

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Description Size

BASE

EXTENSION WING

KNOB

FENCE

SLIDING FENCE

ARM BRACKET

STOP LATCH

BEVEL LOCK BOLT

NEEDLE POINTER

COVER PLATE

SPACER

SETPLATE

MITER SCALE

BEVEL SCALE

KNOB

PIVOT SHAFT

CROWN NUT

BUSH

POSITIVEDETENTLOCKING LEVER

M10x1.5,T=18

NEEDLE POINTER

NEEDLE POINTER

PIN

HEX. HD. BOLT

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

KNOB

COMPRESSION SPRING

STOP LATCH

HANDLE SEAT

HANDLE COVER

LOCKING ROD

HANDLE

LOCATION SEAT

STOP NUT

TABLE

ANGLE REGULATOR

QUICK CAM MITER LOCK ASSY

PIN

CAUTION LABEL

M8x1.25-60

M8 x 1.25-40

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12" CRAFTSMAN COM POUND MITER SAW MODEL: 137.212150

Parts list for Schematic B

I.D. No.

Description

2145

083S

083V

083X

083Y

083Z

0BD1

0CES

0CHN

0C J2

0CKS

0CV5

0DT4

0DT7

0DTZ

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0JB3

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0JUB

0JXB

0JZN

0K42

0K6U

0K72

LOCKING LEVER ASSY

TRIGGER

HANDLE (RIGHT SIDE)

BUTTON SWITCH

COMPRESSION SPRING

CLAMP-CORD

HANDLE (LEFTSIDE)

HANDLE SEAT

CARRY HANDLE

CLAMP HANDLE

BOLT

CUSHION

SETPLATE

STOP CLAMP

COMPRESSION SPRING

TILTING SCALE

ELBOW

BATTERYCOVER

FOLLOWER PLATE

SPACER

CUSHION

COMPRESSION SPRING

SHIM

SHAFT SLEEVE

SPRING WIRE

DUSTBAG ASS'Y

ROLLING WHEEL

BEARING

ARBOR COLLAR

BLADE WRENCH

1" TO 5/8" REDUCER

FLAT WASHER

FLAT WASHER

WAVE WASHER

PARALLEL PIN

E-RING

SELF-LOCKING RING

O-RING

HEX. SOC. HD. CAP BOLT

HEX. SOC. SETSCREW

ARBOR BOLT

CR.RE.PANHD. SCREW& WASHER

CR.-RE. TRUSSHD. SCREW

CR.-RE. TRUSSHD. SCREW

Size

6# cp8.4x24-2 cp8.2xl 8-2.0

WW-14 cp6.0-16

E-4

SPN-5

P8

M5x0.8-12

M6x1.0-16

M8x1.25-20

M6x1.0-30

M4X0.7-8

M5X0.8-12

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Description

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0KTT

0KUX

0KWT

0LU2

0QQ1

0S2X

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20LU

21BP

0K7Z

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0KB7

0KB8

0KBC

0KBM

0KDN

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RE. TRUSS HD. ROUND NECK SCREW

CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW

CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW

CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW

CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW

CR.RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

LOCK NUT

LOCK NUT

LOCK NUT

WIRE CLAMP

TERMINAL

LEAD WIRE ASS'Y

LIMIT SWITCH

GUARD-CORD

LOCK HANDLE ASS'Y

LABEL

LABEL

CAUTION LABEL

TORSION SPRING

BLADE

SAFETYCLAMP

GUARD LEVER

SPRING GUARD

SLIDE PLATE

GUARD LEVER MOUNTING BRACKET

CAUTION LABEL

UPPERARM ASSEMBLY

SLEEVE

WASHER

C-RING

POWER CABLE

LASERASS'Y

HOUSING ASS'Y

POWER CORD CLAMP

TRADE-MARK LABEL

LABEL

WARNING LABEL

CHIP PLATE

BOLT

PC-GUARD ASS'Y

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Size

M6x1.0-14

M5x12-10

M4X18-16

M4X18-20

M5xt 6-25

M4x18-28

M5x0.8-25

M5x0.8 T=5

M8x1.25 T=8

M6x1.0 T=6

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Parts list for schematic C

MOTOR

I.D No.

0HVU

0HVV

0J92

0JA6

0JB6

0QA3

0QA5

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0QM2

0QMK

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Description

BALL BEARING

BALL BEARING

SPRING WASHER

WASHER

WAVE WASHER

SPRING PIN

HEX.-SOC SETSCREW

CR.-RE. PAN HD. SCREW & WASHER

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

LEAD WIRE ASS'Y -RED

ARMATURE ASS'Y

FLOW GUIDE

MOTOR HOUSING

COMPRESSION SPRING

BRUSHHOLDER ASS'Y

PLASTIC CAP

BRUSHASS'Y

BRUSHCOVER

BEARING BUSHING

WIRE PROTECTOR

CR.-RE. PAN HD. SCREW & WASHER

CLEVIS PIN

FIELD ASS'Y

ARM

ARBOR SHAFT ASS'Y

Size

6200ZZ

6201ZZ

@5

@5

BWW-6000

@4-30

M5x0.8-12

M5x0.8-50

M5x0.8-12

M5X0.8-65

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