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using the Workpiece Extension Supports
1. The Table Extensions are inserted into each side of the Base, and locked in place using the Wing Screws.
2. When properly installed, the upper face of the
Table Extensions are level with the Table, and provide a wider support surface for the workpiece.
3. Support the workpiece to be level with the Table, and so that after the cut is made the cut off pieces will not fall. Use sawhorses or other supports
(not included) to support longer workpieces.
4. If the workpiece is not level, an unintentional bevel cut will be made in the material. If the workpiece is not supported, it will bind the blade and may cause the material to kick back, potentially causing injury.
adjusting the Miter angle
A miter cut is one that is at an angle across the horizontal surface of the material. 45º miter cuts to join two pieces in a right angle corner are common. A 30º cut is often used for a scarf joint or to make a chamfered end.
1. Loosen the Miter Knob by turning it approximately 2 turns counterclockwise.
2. Press down the Miter Lock to unlock the Table.
While holding the Miter Lock down, move the Table to the desired angle.
3. The Miter Angle Indicator will indicate the selected angle. While the Miter Lock is released, the table will lock into place at often used miter angles, including
22.5º, 30º, 45º, and 90º on both left and right sides.
4. Tighten the Miter Knob after adjusting the miter angle.
5. With the Table adjusted to the desired angle, place the workpiece flush against the Fence, secure it with the Clamp and make the cut.
adjusting the Bevel angle
A bevel cut is one that is at an angle vertically. Bevel cuts can be used to cut a miter in 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.
1. Loosen the Bevel Lock Lever at the rear of the saw.
2. Move the blade assembly to the desired angle.
Read the angle on the Bevel Angle Indicator.
3. Lock the blade assembly into position by rotating the Bevel Lock Lever clockwise.
Tighten firmly but do not over-tighten.
4. Make a sample cut in a piece of scrap to confirm that the bevel angle is correct.
If it is not, correct the angle before cutting.
Bevel angle indicator
Bevel Lock
Lever
Figure D
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using the Depth Stop
If a kerfing or rabbet cut which does not cut through the workpiece is desired, use the Depth Stop Bolt to control the depth of the cut.
WarNiNG! Only adjust the front Depth Stop Bolt. the rear Bolt is used to prevent the Blade from cutting the table during normal cutting. Do not adjust the rear Depth Bolt.
1. Unlock the Head Lockdown Pin – see page 9.
2. Raise the saw head assembly.
3.
push the Depth Stop to the right to use the Depth Stop Bolt setting.
4. Pull down on the saw head to check the current setting.
5. To change the setting, first loosen the knurled
Depth Adjustment Nut on the Depth Stop
Bolt. Turn the Depth Stop Bolt clockwise to decrease depth and counterclockwise to increase depth. Tighten the Depth Adjustment Nut down against the saw housing after setting depth.
6.
if needed, push the Depth Stop to the left to temporarily disable it.
Depth
Stop
Figure E
Depth
Stop Bolt
Depth adjustment
Nut
Workpiece 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 distraction and injury.
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. Allow room on both left and right of saw for extended workpieces.
4. Use a saw table, saw stand or other means to support the workpiece. Mount the Miter Saw so that the surface is level to the ground, and additional supports provide a surface on the same level as the saw table. If the work surface and any workpiece supports are not level, and on the same level, unwanted bevel angles will appear in the cuts resulting in poor joinery.
5. Secure workpieces to the saw table using the Clamp or other clamping devices (not included). Securing the workpiece will provide safety by preventing kick back and by removing the need to hold workpieces near the blade by hand. Clamping the workpiece will also improve cutting accuracy by preventing the workpiece from moving during the cutting operation.
General Operating instructions
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MitEr SaWS caN QuicKLy aMputatE FiNGErS iF MiSuSED.
Keep hands well clear of cutting area.
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1. Unlock the Head Lockdown
Pin. Refer to page 9.
2. Make sure all adjustment knobs are tight
(Miter Knob, Bevel Lock Lever, Fence and Table Extension Knobs).
3. Blow any sawdust or debris away from the Fence.
Place the work material against the Fence.
4. Align the marked location of the cut on the work material with the saw blade.
Note:
To prevent your workpiece from being cut too short, align the edge of the Blade with your measured mark, keeping the rest of the Blade on the waste side of the cut.
5. Hold the work material in place using the
Clamp. Ensure that the work material is level and supported securely. Use saw horses or supports if necessary.
6. Grip the Saw Handle, press one of the
Trigger Locks with your thumb, and squeeze the Trigger to start the Saw.
7. 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.
Workpiece
8. With wide material, move the Blade across the workpiece while cutting as follows: a. Loosen Slide Lock Knob 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 G.
Do not bear down on the material — use light downward and lateral pressure. If the material binds the blade, release the Trigger.
1 pull Forward
3 push toward rear to cut
Slide Lock
Knob
2 press
Down
Figure G
9. When the cut is completed, raise the Saw
Head, release the Trigger and wait for the
Blade to stop turning. Release the Clamp and remove the workpiece from the Saw.
10. 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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