Master Forge 240-0028, Operator'S Manual

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WARNING:
The use of attachments or accessories not listed in this manual might be hazardous and could cause
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
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 personal
injury.
WARNING:
Do not connect to the power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Always make sure the miter saw is securely mounted to a workbench or approved workstand. Failure
to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not start the miter saw without checking for interference between the saw blade and the sliding
fences. Damage could result to the blade if it strikes the sliding fence during operation of the saw.
CAUTION:
This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.
UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW
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ASSEMBLY
This product requires assembly.
• Carefully lift saw from the carton by the carrying handles located at the top of the saw arm and the end of the slide bar,
and place it on a level work surface.
• This saw has been shipped with the miter table 60° right & cutting arm bevel 45° right and the saw arm secured in the
down position.
• Unlock the miter lock lever and move the table to 0°, lock the miter lock lever. Unlock the bevel detent pin and loosen
bevel lock levers, tilting cutting arm to 0°, lock the bevel detent pin and tighten bevel lock levers.
• To release the saw arm, push down on the top of the saw arm and pull out the head lock knob.
• Lift the saw arm by the handle. Hand pressure should remain on the saw arm to prevent sudden rise upon release of the
head lock knob.
• Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
• The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After assembling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has influenced
the settings, refer to specific procedures explained in this Operator’s Manual.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-877-684-8912 for assistance.