Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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table of contents

Safety ......................................................... 2

Setup .......................................................... 8

Specifications ............................................. 8

Operation ................................................... 11

Maintenance .............................................. 14

Parts List and Diagram .............................. 18

Warranty .................................................... 20

WarNiNG SyMBOLS aND DEFiNitiONS

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

iMpOrtaNt SaFEty iNFOrMatiON

General power tool Safety Warnings

read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below 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 mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) 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.

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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. if operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFci) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

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 and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing 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 jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.

Loose clothes, jewelry 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.

h. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

i. Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency.

Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection. Eye protection must be

ANSI-approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved for the specific hazards in the work area.

j. Avoid unintentional starting.

Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.

k. Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet.

Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.

l. This product is not a toy.

Keep it out of reach of children.

m. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. In addition, people with pacemakers should:

• Avoid operating alone.

• Do not use with Trigger locked on.

• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock.

• Properly ground power cord.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should also be implemented – it prevents sustained electrical shock.

n. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

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/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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.

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e. Maintain power tools and accessories. 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. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5. Service a. 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.

b. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.

These carry important safety information.

If unreadable or missing, contact

Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

6. Safety instructions for mitre saws a. Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off wheels for cutting ferrous material such as bars, rods, studs, etc. Abrasive dust causes moving parts such as the lower guard to jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic parts.

b. use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. if supporting the workpiece by hand, you must always keep your hand at least 100 mm from either side of the saw blade. Do not use this saw to cut pieces that are too small to be securely clamped or held by hand.

If your hand is placed too close to the saw blade, there is an increased risk of injury from blade contact.

c. the workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held against both the fence and the table. Do not feed the workpiece into the blade or cut ″freehand″ in any way.

Unrestrained or moving workpieces could be thrown at high speeds, causing injury.

Page 4 d. push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the saw through the workpiece. to make a cut, raise the saw head and pull it out over the workpiece without cutting, start the motor, press the saw head down and push the saw through the workpiece.

Cutting on the pull stroke is likely to cause the saw blade to climb on top of the workpiece and violently throw the blade assembly towards the operator.

e. Never cross your hand over the intended line of cutting either in front or behind the saw blade. Supporting the workpiece

″cross handed″ i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw blade with your left hand or vice versa is very dangerous.

f. Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer than 100 mm from either side of the saw blade, to remove wood scraps, or for any other reason while the blade is spinning. The proximity of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not be obvious and you may be seriously injured.

g. inspect your workpiece before cutting. if the workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside bowed face toward the fence. always make certain that there is no gap between the workpiece, fence and table along the line of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.

h. Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except for the workpiece. Small debris or loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact the revolving blade can be thrown with high speed.

i. cut only one workpiece at a time.

Stacked multiple workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or braced and may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.

j. Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm work surface before use.

A level and firm work surface reduces the risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.

k. plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence is set correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding system. Without turning the tool ″ON″ and with no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to assure there will be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.

l. provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or longer than the table top.

Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely supported. If the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.

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m. Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as additional support. Unstable support for the workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation pulling you and the helper into the spinning blade.

n. the cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means against the spinning saw blade. If confined, i.e. using length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged against them blade and thrown violently.

o. always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods have a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to ″bite″ and pull the work with your hand into the blade.

p. Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece being thrown.

q. if the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the mitre saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack. then work to free the jammed material. Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece could cause loss of control or damage to the .mitre saw.

r. after finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head down and wait for the blade to stop before removing the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade is dangerous.

s. Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or when releasing the switch before the saw head is completely in the down position. The braking action of the saw may cause the saw head to be suddenly pulled downward, causing a risk of injury.

7. Vibration Safety

This tool vibrates during use.

Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.

To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury: a. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an extended period should first be examined by a doctor and then have regular medical check-ups to ensure medical problems are not being caused or worsened from use. Pregnant women or people who have impaired blood circulation to the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system disorders, diabetes, or

Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool.

If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), seek medical advice as soon as possible.

b. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the blood supply to the hands and fingers, increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.

c. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibration effects on the user.

d. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there is a choice.

e. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.

f. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.

g. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as explained in this manual. If any abnormal vibration occurs, stop use immediately.

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Grounding

tO prEVENt ELEctric SHOcK aND DEatH FrOM iNcOrrEct GrOuNDiNG WirE cONNEctiON: check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. if damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. if the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Grounded tools: tools with three prong plugs

3-prong plug and Outlet

1. Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric shock. (See 3-prong plug and Outlet.)

2. The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically “live” terminal.

(See 3-prong plug and Outlet.)

3. The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances.

The plug and outlet should look like those in the preceding illustration.

(See 3-prong plug and Outlet.)

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Extension cords

1. Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord.

2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage. (See table a.)

3. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord. (See table a.)

4. When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. (See table a.)

5. If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size. (See table a.)

6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.

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7. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it.

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

taBLE a: rEcOMMENDED MiNiMuM WirE

GauGE FOr EXtENSiON cOrDS* (120/240 VOLt)

NaMEpLatE aMpErES

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EXtENSiON cOrD

LENGtH

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18 18 18 18 16

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5.1 – 7.0

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12.1 – 16.0

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150% of the rated amperes.

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Amperes

n0 xxxx/min.

No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)

WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields.

Read the manual before set-up and/or use.

WARNING marking concerning Risk of Fire.

Do not cover ventilation ducts.

Keep flammable objects away.

WARNING marking concerning

Risk of Electric Shock.

Properly connect power cord to appropriate outlet.

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Specifications

Motor

Arbor Diameter

Recommended

Blade Type

Blade Diameter

120 VAC / 60 Hz / 15 A

5,000 RPM

5/8″

General Purpose with Carbide Tips

10″

Cutting Capacity

Positive Table Stops

At 90°: 2-3/4″ Deep x

12″ Wide. At 45°: 1-9/16″

Deep x 8-1/4″ Wide.

0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30° and

45° Right and Left

Positive Bevel Stops 0° and 45° Left only

Blade Tilt Range

Scale

0° – 45° Right and Left Miter

0° – 45° left

1° per scale mark

List of contents

Description

Compound Sliding Miter Saw

Table Extensions

Dust Collection Bag

Wrench

Qty

1

1

1

2

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Setup - Before use:

read the ENtirE iMpOrtaNt SaFEty iNFOrMatiON section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

WarNiNG tO prEVENt SEriOuS iNJury FrOM acciDENtaL OpEratiON: turn the power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

assembly

attaching the Extension Supports and Miter Lock Handle

1. Insert the ends of the Extension Supports into the holes in the sides of the Base. Tighten the

Wing Screws to hold the Extensions in place.

The upper edge of the Extensions will be level with the surface of the saw. This provides a wider base for the work material to rest on.

2. Thread the Miter Lock Handle into the Plate until securely in place.

Mounting the Saw

1. The Miter Saw must be mounted on a support before use. This may be a commercially available support or home made saw table.

2. There are bolt holes provided in each of the four legs of the base. These should be firmly mounted using bolts (not included) to your saw stand or saw table (not included).

attaching the Dust collection Bag

3. The Dust Collection Bag slips over the Dust Outlet behind the Blade Housing Assembly. Sawdust created by cutting is captured in the bag.

3. This will help prevent tipping or movement of the saw, preventing injury. Also, the use of a saw table will make it easier to efficiently handle work materials and make more accurate cuts.

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Dust Bag

Bevel angle indicator clamp

Sliding

Fence

Workpiece

Extension

Support trigger

Lock trigger

Lower

Guard

Blade

Fence

Workpiece

Extension

Support

Miter

Handle

Miter angle indicator

Figure a: components

Kerf

Board

Miter Lock

Handle

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Operating instructions

read the ENtirE iMpOrtaNt SaFEty iNFOrMatiON section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

WarNiNG tO prEVENt SEriOuS iNJury FrOM acciDENtaL OpEratiON: unplug power cord from power source before making any adjustments to this tool.

Work piece and Work area Set up

1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.

The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction.

2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working.

3. Use a saw table, saw stand or other means to support the work piece. The Miter Saw must be mounted in such a way that the surface is level to the ground, and supports used must provide a surface on the same level as the saw table.

If the work surface and any work materials supports are not level, and on the same level, unwanted bevel angles will appear in the cuts resulting in poor joinery.

4. Work pieces may be secured to the saw table using the Hold Down Clamp or other clamping devices (not included). Securing the work piece will provide safety by preventing kick back and by removing the need to hold work pieces near the blade by hand. Clamping the work piece will also improve cutting accuracy by preventing the work piece from moving during the cutting operation.

5. When using this saw, work pieces are often quite long. Allow room on both left and right of saw for extended work pieces.

tOOL SEt up using the Work piece Extension Supports

1. The Work Piece Extension Supports are inserted into each side of the Table, and locked in place using the Wing Screws.

2. When properly installed, the upper face of the Work Piece Extension Supports are level with the Table, and provide a wider support surface for the work piece.

3. Always support the work piece to be level with the table, and so that after the cut is made the cut off pieces will not fall. You may need to use saw horses or other supports

(not included) to support the work piece.

4. If the work piece is not level, you will make an unintentional bevel cut in the material.

If the work piece is not supported, it will bind the blade and may cause the material to kick back, potentially causing injury.

adjusting the Miter angle

1. A miter cut is one that is at an angle across the horizontal surface of the material. You will commonly make 45º miter cuts to join two pieces in a right angle corner. A 30º cut is often used for a scarf joint or to make a chamfered end.

2. To make a miter cut, loosen the Miter Lock

Knob by turning it approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Press down the Thumb Lever to unlock the Table. While holding the Thumb

Lever down, move the Table to the desired angle. The Miter Angle Indicator will indicate the selected angle. The table will lock into place at often used miter angles, including 22.5º,

30º, 45º, and 90º on both left and right sides.

3. With the Table adjusted to the desired angle, place the work piece flush against the Fence, secure it with the Hold Down Clamp and make the cut.

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adjusting the Bevel angle

1. A bevel cut is one that is at an angle to the vertical plane of the material.

2. Bevel cuts can be used to miter relatively wide and thin material. Bevel cuts can be used in combination with a miter cut to form a compound angle. Compound angle cuts are often used in crown moldings, picture frames and similar trim materials.

3. To set the bevel angle, loosen the Bevel

Lock Handle at the rear of the saw. To do this, press in the Lock Button and rotate the Handle 1/2 turn counterclockwise.

4. Move the blade assembly left to the desired angle. You can read the angle on the Bevel Angle Indicator.

5. Lock the blade assembly into position by pressing in the Lock Button and rotating the Bevel Lock

Handle clockwise. Tighten firmly but not over-tight.

6. Adjust the Sliding Fence to be close to the Blade without touching it at any time during operation.

7. Make a sample cut in a piece of scrap and check to be sure the bevel angle is correct. If it is not, correct the angle before cutting your work material.

using the Depth Stop

1. If you want to make a kerfing or rabbet cut which does not cut through the work piece, you can use the Depth Stop Screw to control the depth of the cut.

2. To limit blade assembly travel, turn the Depth Stop

Screw clockwise. The further you screw down the

Depth Stop Screw, the shallower the cut will be.

3. After the desired cut has been made, return the Depth Stop Screw to its open position by turning it counterclockwise.

General Operating instructions

1. When the Handle is lowered, the Blade Guard raises automatically. When the Handle is raised the Blade Guard returns to its safety position. Keep hands clear of the Blade when the Handle is lowered. Never interfere with the proper movement of the Blade Guard.

2. There are locking mechanisms for the miter angle and the Slides. Unlock the Table to set the miter angle, then re-lock it before making the cut. Unlock the Slide using the

Slide Lock Wing Screw before making a cut if the work material is too wide to “chop”.

3. To rotate the Table, press down the Miter Thumb

Lever, rotate the Table to the desired angle, then release the Miter Lock Lever. Notches are machined into the Base of the tool which will lock the Table into several often used miter angles. These angles are 0º (centered), 15º,

22.5º, 30º and 45º both left and right cut.

6. This saw is provided with a Kerf Board. The Kerf

Board helps to prevent tear-out on the bottom side of the work material. The Kerf Board is factory adjusted prior to shipment of this tool so the blade does not contact the Kerf Board during normal operation, including bevel cuts. Adjustment of the Kerf Board and techniques to prevent tear-out are discussed later in this manual.

7. Before starting work, check the accuracy of the Guide Fence, miter angle and bevel angle.

Instructions for checking and adjusting these angles are discussed later in this manual.

8. It is very important that the work material be properly supported before making a cut. The material must be level on the

Table. The material must be supported on both ends. Using the Work Piece Extension

Supports is discussed on page 11.

4. On wider pieces, you will have to slide the blade while making the cut. To unlock the Slide, loosen the Slide Lock Wing Screw at the back of the saw.

5. To make a bevel cut, release the Bevel Lock

Lever, rotate the blade assembly to the desired bevel angle, then lock the blade assembly in place using the Bevel Lock Lever. Making bevel cuts is discussed in more detail later in this manual.

9. Use this saw only for its intended purpose of cutting flat rectangular or round wood stock, or finished molding. Do not use it for cutting firewood, brush, or anything that does not lie flat on the table. Doing so may cause binding or violent kick-back that may result in damage or personal injury.

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Making a cut

MitEr SaWS caN QuicKLy aMputatE FiNGErS iF MiSuSED.

Keep hands well clear of cutting area.

1. Observe all safety and planning items discussed in this manual. Detailed instructions on each of the following steps are discussed in this manual. Do not make any cuts until you have read this entire manual and are familiar with the operation of this tool.

2. Release the Locking Pin to allow the Saw Head

Assembly to come up. Check to be sure the

Table is fixed in place at the desired miter angle.

3. Blow any sawdust or debris away from the Fence.

Place the work material against the Fence.

4. Make any necessary miter or bevel adjustments.

5. Align the marked location of the cut on the work material with the Saw Blade. Be aware that the

Saw Blade will remove material from the cut equal to the width of the Blade. This is the “kerf”.

Note: To prevent your work piece from being cut too short, align the edge of the Blade with your measured mark, keeping the kerf on the waste side of the cut.

6. Hold the work material in place using the

Hold Down Vise. Ensure that the work material is level and supported securely.

Use saw horses or supports if necessary.

7. Grip the Saw Handle and squeeze the

Trigger to start the Blade turning.

8. With narrow material, press down lightly to cut the workpiece. Press straight down,

“chopping” the material. Do not bear down on the material — use light downward pressure.

If the material binds the blade, release the Trigger.

9. With wide material, move the Blade across the workpiece while cutting as follows: a. Loosen Slide Lock and pull Saw

Head Assembly forward. b. Press down on the Saw Handle.

c. Push the Saw Head toward the rear to make the cut. Refer to Figure B.

Do not bear down on the material — use light downward and lateral pressure. If the material binds the blade, release the Trigger.

Workpiece

1

Slide Lock pull Forward

3 push toward rear to cut

2 press

Down

Figure B

10. When the cut is completed, raise the Saw

Head, release the Trigger, wait for the Blade to stop turning, release the Hold Down Vise and remove the workpiece from the Saw.

11. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.

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Maintenance and Servicing

procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.

WarNiNG tO prEVENt SEriOuS iNJury FrOM acciDENtaL OpEratiON: turn the power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

tO prEVENt SEriOuS iNJury FrOM tOOL FaiLurE:

Do not use damaged equipment. if abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

1. BEFOrE EacH uSE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.

2. aFtEr uSE, clean external surfaces of the tool with clean, moist cloth. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.

3. If the blade has become dirty, use a blade cleaner (not included) to clean it.

Dirty blades will bind more easily, and will more often overheat and burn the wood as it cuts.

Overheated blades dull more easily.

4. If the Blade has become dull, replace it.

Dull blades will cause increased tear-out and ragged edges on the cuts.

5. Occasionally clean the Slides, rotating

Table components and other moving parts.

Use a good quality dry lubricant

(not included) which will not attract dust.

6. Observe the Dust Bag while using the saw.

Empty the sawdust into an appropriate container when the bag is full.

7. Occasionally wipe or blow off sawdust that accumulates on the saw. Saw dust on the Fence can cause you to make inaccurate cuts.

8. Keep the Slides free of sawdust. Wipe or blow them off as required. Use a dry lubricant or wax on the slides. Do not use an oil or grease lubricant, as this will attract dust.

9. Occasionally lubricate the pivot point of the Table as well as other moving parts with a dry lubricant.

10. WarNiNG! if the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician.

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replacing the Blade

WarNiNG tO rEDucE riSK OF SEriOuS iNJury: return guard to original position and secure in place after replacing blade.

1. Unplug the tool from its power source.

2. Lock the blade assembly in the raised position by pushing in the Locking Pin.

3. Use the supplied Wrench to remove the Center Cover Fixing Bolt holding the Center Cover in place by turning it counterclockwise. (See Figure c.)

6. While holding in the Arbor Lock Button, use the Wrench to loosen the Arbor Bolt by turning it clockwise. (See Figure F.)

Figure c: removing Bolt

4. Remove the Safety Screw. (See Figure D.)

Figure F: arbor Bolt

Note: The Arbor Bolt has a left hand thread, so it loosens by turning clockwise.

7. Remove the Arbor Bolt, Outer Flange and Saw

Blade by pulling them straight off the Arbor.

8. Install a new Blade (sold separately) on the

Arbor. (See Figure G.) Be sure to match the direction marked on the new blade with the direction marked on the saw Blade Housing.

Figure D: removing Safety Screw

5. Raise the Blade Guard and Center Cover.

(See Figure E.)

Figure G: removing Blade

9. Replace the Outer Flange and Arbor Bolt.

Tighten the Arbor Bolt securely using the

Wrench by turning it counterclockwise.

10. Rotate the Center Cover back into place and tighten the Center Cover Fixing Bolt using the Wrench by turning it clockwise.

11. Release the Locking Pin.

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Figure E: raise Blade Guard

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adjusting the Fence

The Fence holds the work piece in a fixed position while the Table and or the blade assembly are adjusted in a miter or bevel angle.

To make accurate cuts, the Fence must be perpendicular (at a 90º angle) to the Saw Blade.

1. Before beginning work, make a test cut on scrap material with the Table set at 90º.

2. Check the cut with an accurate square. You can also reverse the two pieces, hold the cut ends together, and hold a good straight edge along the side of the pieces.

3. If either test reveals that the cut is not a true 90º angle, you must adjust the

Fence before beginning work.

adjusting the Miter table indicator

if Fence needs adjustment:

1. First unplug the tool.

2. Lower the blade assembly and lock it in place using the Locking Pin.

3. Lay a carpenter’s square on the table with one edge along the blade and the other along the

Fence. Any inaccuracy should be visible. NOTE:

The square must contact the surface of the blade, not the teeth, for an accurate reading.

4. The Fence is held in place with bolts at each end. Loosen the bolts slightly, and gently tap the

Fence into position using a soft mallet. Retighten the bolts and make another test cut. Repeat the process until the Fence is adjusted accurately.

5. Once the Fence is accurately adjusted, tighten the bolts firmly in place. Recheck one last time, then proceed to work.

1. After you have checked or adjusted the fence to be sure it is at 90º to the Blade, check the accuracy of the Miter Table Angle Indicator.

2. Loosen the screw holding the

Angle Indicator in place.

3. Rotate it until the pointer is exactly on 90º.

4. Retighten the screw.

adjusting the Bevel angle

For making accurate cuts, the Saw Blade must be adjusted to be exactly vertical to the Table.

1. To check the angle, have the blade assembly in its normal upright position. Make a cut on a piece of flat sided, fairly thick scrap material.

2. Check the cut with an accurate square. The cut should be at exactly 90º. You can also check by rotating one cut-off piece 180º and hold the cut ends together. If the cut is not exactly vertical, the two pieces will form a slight angle.

adjusting or replacing the Kerf Board

3. If necessary, the bevel angle can be corrected by adjusting the Bevel Adjustment Screw on the right side under the Bevel Locking Lever.

4. Once the bevel angle is adjusted, adjust the Bevel

Angle Indicator to read 0º when the Saw Blade is in the vertical position. Loosen the screw holding the Indicator in place, adjust it to be exactly over the 0º mark, then retighten the screw.

If the Kerf Board becomes damaged it must be replaced.

1. Remove the four screws holding the Kerf Board in place.

2. Install a new Kerf Board. Replace the four screws and tighten them slightly.

3. To adjust the Kerf Board, lower the Saw Blade and lock it down with the Locking Pin. Adjust the Kerf Board so the right side of the Blade slightly clears the edge of the Kerf Board.

Loosen the Bevel Lock and set the Bevel

Angle at 45º left. Ensure that the left side of the Blade clears the Kerf Board. Tighten the four screws holding the Kerf Board in place.

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troubleshooting problem possible causes

Tool will not start 1. No power at outlet.

2. Cord not connected.

Tool operates sporadically or at low power

1. Low power supply or improper extension cords.

2. Worn or cracked

Carbon Brushes.

Wood burns at ends when cut

1. Dirty Blade.

2. Material is binding.

Material frays or chips out.

Blade binds, slowing or stopping saw.

Likely Solutions

1. Check power at outlet.

2. Check that cord is plugged in.

1. Check power supply and power cords.

2. Check Carbon Brushes. Replace if damaged or worn.

1. Finished side is down

2. Blade chipped or dull.

3. Blade inappropriate for material.

4. Material is unsupported.

1. Material is misaligned on the saw or ends are not supported.

2. Material is wet, contaminated or inappropriate blade is being used.

1. Clean Blade using blade cleaner or mineral spirits.

2. Check position of work material on Table. Material must be flat, flush against Fence and supported on ends.

1. Keep finished side of material up or facing operator.

Bottom and back side are prone to chip out.

2. Check for damaged teeth. Sharpen or replace blade.

3. Check blade manufacturer’s recommendations for material being cut. For cross cutting hardwood and for precision cuts use a thin kerf blade with 60 or more teeth.

4. Use a thin piece of scrap material, such as 1/4″ plywood, underneath or behind the material to support the edges of the material as it is being cut.

1. Material must be flat on table, flush against the fence and supported on both ends.

2. Check condition of material and check compatibility of blade to material.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.

Disconnect power supply before service.

pLEaSE rEaD tHE FOLLOWiNG carEFuLLy

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR

MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS

QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE

ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY

STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND

LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY

ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS

THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

record product’s Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Specify UPC 193175369956 when ordering parts.

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parts List and Diagram parts List part Description

7

8

5

6

3

4

1

2

Extension Arm

Screw M5*12

Right Extension Support Plate

Support Screw

Rubber Feet

Bolt M8*40

Base

Left Extension Support Plate

9 Foot

10 Rub Slice

11 Cord Restraint

12 Screw M5*16 Assy

13 Lock Spring

14 Bolt M8x30

15 Elastic Plate Clamp

16 Bolt M5x10

17 Miter Lock Pin Φ7x160

18 Straight Pin 3*20

19 Elastic Plate Spring

20 Operating Handle

21 Miter Locking Plate

22 O Seal Ring

23 Miter Locking Lever

24 Table

25 Table Pointer

26 Bolt M4*8

27 Screw M4*12 Assy

28 Kerf

29 Flat Washer 8

30 Nut M8

31 Support Arm Label

32 Screw M10*40

33 Support Arm

34 Knob

35 Compression Spring

36 Flat Washer 6

37 Flat Washer 10

38 Rear Locking Handwheel

39 Nut M10

40 Flat Washer 10

41 Lock Spring

42 Screw M6*30

43 Nut M6

44 Crank Arm Pointer

45 Fence

46 Screw M6*25

47 Sliding Fence

48 Split Washer

49 Clamping Piece

50 Butterfly Screws

51 Handwheel

52 Clamping Block

53 Clamping Lever

54 Crash Pad

55 Screw M5*12

56 Linear Bearing Platen

57 Linear Bearing

58 Sliding Rod

59 Rubber Washer

60 Rear Cover

61 Screw St4.2*12

62 Line Buckle

63 Screw M6*10

64 Knob

65 Self-Locking Pin Spring

66 Self-Locking Pin

67 Elastic Cylindrical Pin

68 Screw M6*8

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part Description

69 Pivot

70 Limit Screw

71 Flat Washer 7

72 Limit Lock

73 Spring Washer

74 Screw M6*10

75 Connecting Rod

76 Screw

77 Nut M5

78 Small Cover

79 Big Cover

80 Screw M8*12

81 Plum Blossom Screws

82 Coil Spring

83 Blade Cover

84 Connection Piece

85 Screw M5*14

86 Brush Holder

87 Carbon Brush

88 Brush Holder Cover

89 Motor Housing

90 Screw M6*30 Assy

91 Stator

92 Screw 4.2*50

93 Windshield

94 Bearing

95 Rotor

96 External Retaining Ring 15

97 Rolling Bearing

98 Lock Buckle Flat Spring

99 Kock

100 Big Torsional Spring

101 Cross Pin

102 Upper Guard

103 Screw M6*20

104 Dust Collector Clamp

105 Screw M6*25

106 Lock Washer

107 Screw M6*40

108 Needle Bearing

109 External Retaining Ring 17

110 Big Gear

111 Front Cover

112 Rolling Bearing

113 Output Shaft

114 Woodruff Key

115 Bearing Cap

116 Screw M5*18 Assy

117 Inner Plate

118 Installation Instructions Card

119 Outer Plate

120 Screw M8*20 Assy

121 Lower Handle

122 Self-Locking Pin Spring

123 Anti-Lock Button

124 Switch

125 Switch Spring

126 Switch Button

127 Upper Handle

128 Screw St6.3*25

129 Carry Handle

130 Screw M5*50

131 Screw St4.2*14

132 Cable Pad

133 Cable

134 Cable Sheath

135 Screw St4.2*18

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assembly Diagram

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Limited 90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER

WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.

If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.

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

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