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Item 61973 

        

Grounding Instructions

 

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE 
CONNECTION 
READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

110-120 VAC Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs

Outlets for 2-Prong Plug

1.  To reduce the risk of electric shock, double 

insulated equipment 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.

2.  Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 

120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration.  

(See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)

Miter Saw Safety Warnings

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction 

Manual Before Operating Miter Saw

1.  Wear eye protection.

2.  Keep hands out of path of saw blade.

3.  Do not operate saw without guards in place.

4.  Do not perform any operation freehand.

5.  Never reach around saw blade.

6.  Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop 

before moving workpiece or changing settings.

7.  Disconnect power before changing 

blade or servicing.

8.  To reduce risk of injury, return carriage to the full 

rear position after each crosscut operation.

9.  Return all guards to original position if any are 

moved during blade replacement.  Check all 
guards for proper operation after service.

10.  The lock down pin is to be used only to lock 

the head in place for carrying and storage.  
It is not to be used for any cutting operation.

11. 

DANGER!  Coasting Cutting Tool Can Be 
Dangerous – Apply brake immediately to stop 
cutting tool when the switch is turned off.

12. 

The torque developed during braking may 
loosen the blade-retaining nut/bolt.

  The blade 

retaining nut/bolt should be checked periodically 
and tightened if necessary, especially after braking.

13.  Always use blades with correct size and shape 

(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that 
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw 
will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.

14.  Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers 

or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were 
specially designed for your saw, for optimum 
performance and safety of operation.

15.  Do not use to cut logs, tree limbs, or uneven lumber.

16.  Wet lumber, green (unseasoned) lumber, and 

pressure treated lumber all have an increased 
potential for kickback and should only be cut with a 
blade for cutting that lumber type.  Wear a NIOSH-
approved respirator and have appropriate ventilation 
whenever cutting pressure treated lumber.

17.  Do not use blades made from high-speed 

steel, abrasive blades, metal-cutting blades 
or masonry-cutting blades.  The guards 
of this saw are not designed to protect 
against the failure of such blades.

18.  Blades must be rated to at least the 

maximum speed marked on the tool.

19. 

DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD 
DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED.  Moving 
guards must move freely and close instantly.

20.  The use of accessories or attachments not 

recommended by the manufacturer may 
result in a risk of injury to persons.

21.  When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

SAFETY

OPERA

TION

MAINTENANCE

SETUP

Summary of Contents for 61973

Page 1: ...or future reference 17j When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2013 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams wit...

Page 2: ...otential 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 Addre...

Page 3: ...mber the heavier the cord 10 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 11 ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT sa...

Page 4: ...e head in place for carrying and storage It is not to be used for any cutting operation 11 DANGER Coasting Cutting Tool Can Be Dangerous Apply brake immediately to stop cutting tool when the switch is turned off 12 The torque developed during braking may loosen the blade retaining nut bolt The blade retaining nut bolt should be checked periodically and tightened if necessary especially after braki...

Page 5: ...ccur 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 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 1 Anyo...

Page 6: ...justments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Caution The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard LASER LIGHT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM Max Output 1 mW Wavelength 650 nm CLASS IIa LASER PRODUCT This product complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 Distributed by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks B...

Page 7: ...in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual Assembly 1 Insert the ends of the Table Extensions 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 Knob into the end ...

Page 8: ...ease call 1 888 866 5797 Item 61973 Functions Dust Collection Bag Fence Trigger Lock Trigger Lock Trigger Blade Lower Guard Clamp Miter Lock Miter Knob Miter Scale Turntable Table Extension Kerf Board SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP ...

Page 9: ...peration When the Handle is lowered the Lower Guard raises automatically When the Handle is raised the Lower Guard returns to its safety position Keep hands clear of the Blade when the Handle is lowered Do not interfere with the proper movement of the Lower Guard Note Additional functions are explained elsewhere in the manual Spindle Lock Head Lock down Depth Stop Bolt Bevel Indicator Bevel Lock L...

Page 10: ...Pivot Plate 61 4 Swing the Guard Pivot Plate up and out of the way 5 Press in the Spindle Lock 90 on the back of the saw s head and hold it in Spindle Lock Figure A 6 Remove the Spindle Bolt 64 and Flange 65 see Figure B IMPORTANT The Spindle Bolt has a left handed thread and removes by turning CLOCKWISE Note Make sure the other Flange 65 stays in place on the Spindle Figure B 7 Remove the Blade 6...

Page 11: ...ss 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 ...

Page 12: ... 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 addi...

Page 13: ...erial 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 and the laser guide Note If the laser guide line does not line up with the cut line release trigger and reposition workpiece before making the cut 7 Press do...

Page 14: ...ixed 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 al...

Page 15: ... two pieces will form a slight angle 4 If necessary the bevel angle can be corrected by adjusting the Bevel Adjustment Screw on the right side under the Bevel Locking Lever 5 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 retight...

Page 16: ...ide 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 hard wood 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...

Page 17: ...ODUCT 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...

Page 18: ... 10 Guard Pivot Bolt 1 64 M8 20 Left handed Spindle Bolt 1 65 Flange 2 66 Blade sold separately 0 67 Spindle 1 68 Woodruff Key 4 1 69 M5 16 Bolt 2 70 Bearing Bracket 1 71 6023 Bearing 1 72 Bearing Housing 1 73 Large Gear 1 74 Ø17 Retaining Ring 1 75 Roller Bearing Hk121610 1 76 Housing Label 1 77 Brush Holder 2 78 Carbon Brush 2 79 Brush Holder Cap 2 80 M6 35 Bolt 4 81 Ø6 Spring Washer 4 82 Ø6 Fla...

Page 19: ... questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 61973 Assembly Diagram 95 99 100 24 33 103 104 106 105 111 107 108 109 110 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 116 117 19 SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP ...

Page 20: ...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 o...

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