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OPERATING MANUAL

10” COMPOUND MITRE SAW

55-6847-0

Parts missing or damaged? Questions? Toll-Free Help Line – 1-800-689-9928

IMPORTANT:

Read through this operating manual carefully before using this tool. Pay close attention to all

Safety

Instructions, Warnings,

and

Caution

sections

.

Use this tool properly and only for its intended use.

Safety symbols in this manual are used to call attention to possible dangers. The safety

symbols and their explanations require the operator’s full understanding. The safety warnings do
not, by themselves, eliminate any danger, nor are they a substitute for proper accident-prevention
measures.

This Safety Alert Symbol indicates caution, warning, or danger. Failure to obey a safety

warning can result in serious injury to the operator or to others. To reduce the risk of injury, fire, or
electric shock, always follow the safety precautions.

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Page 1: ...afety symbols in this manual are used to call attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and their explanations require the operator s full understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger nor are they a substitute for proper accident prevention measures This Safety Alert Symbol indicates caution warning or danger Failure to obey a safety warning can result in seri...

Page 2: ...ting Page 20 Repair Parts Page 20 Exploded View Part List Page 21 22 Warranty Page 23 Mitre Saw Specifications Motor 120 V 60Hz 15 A Speed 5500 RPM no load Blade size 10 25 4 cm 40 tooth carbide tipped Arbour size 5 8 15 9mm Weight 27 6 lb 12 5 kg Cutting capacity 2 5 8 X 5 1 2 at 90 mitre 0 bevel 1 1 2 X 5 1 2 at 90 mitre 45 bevel 2 5 8 X 3 1 2 at 45 mitre 0 bevel 1 1 2 X 3 1 2 at 45 mitre 45 bev...

Page 3: ...t was not designed to perform Use proper extension cords Make sure that extension cords are in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use a cord heavy enough to carry the drawn current needed by the Compound Mitre Saw 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 ...

Page 4: ...at is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced Never leave the tool unattended while the power is on Turn the power off Do not leave the tool until the blade has come to a complete stop and the mitre saw has been unplugged Do not over reach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Maintain tools with care Keep tools sharp and clean for optimum performance Follow instructions for lubrica...

Page 5: ...in loss of power and overheating The table below shows the correct size to use depending on the 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 extension cords are properly wired and in good condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect exte...

Page 6: ...ce a cracked or damaged blade before further use Never use blades recommended for operation at less than 5000 RPM Use the blade guards at all times Always keep the blade guards in place Never reach around the saw blade Make sure that the blade is not contacting the work piece before the ON OFF switch is turned ON IMPORTANT After completing the cut release the power switch and wait for the blade to...

Page 7: ...WARNING To avoid electrical hazards fire hazards or damage to the tool use proper circuit protection 7 ...

Page 8: ...or z Mitre Cut A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90 to the fence z No Hands Zone The area between the marked lines on the left and right side of the mitre table base This zone is identified by No Hands Zone symbols inside the marked lines on the mitre table base z Non Through Cuts Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness o...

Page 9: ...re table 9 Mitre angle scale 10 Throat plate 11 Mitre angle indicator 12 Mitre lock 13 Clamp mounting holes 14 Fence 15 Lower blade guard 16 Spindle lock button 17 Stop latch 18 Bevel angle scale 19 Bevel lock 20 Bevel angle indicator Blade Wrench Saw Blade 17 13 3 2 4 16 5 1 6 8 9 10 11 7 14 15 18 20 12 19 Dust Bag Dust Bag Adapter Shop Vacuum Adapter 9 ...

Page 10: ...t bag and place the bag s neck opening around the dust bag adapter Installing the Shop Vacuum Adapter see Fig 3 1 Loosen and remove the two screws that secure the dust bag adapter to the tool 2 Remove the dust bag adapter 3 Secure the shop vacuum adapter to the tool with two screws 4 Connect a shop vacuum hose to the adapter Release and lock the saw head 1 Press and lightly hold down the saw head ...

Page 11: ...he inner flange is properly installed 3 Match the arrow on the blade with the arrow on the upper blade guard Make sure that the blade teeth are pointing downward Install the selected blade by sliding the blade into the upper blade guard and then placing the blade into position 4 Install the outer flange IMPORTANT Make sure the flat side of the flange is placed against the blade 5 Press and hold th...

Page 12: ...cessary Fig 6 1 Place the mitre table at the zero position making sure that the mitre lock is secured in position 2 Loosen the mitre angle indicator screw and adjust the indicator to the 0 mark on the mitre scale See Fig 6 3 Tighten the mitre angle indicator screw Indicator screw Mitre scale Bevel adjustment 1 When a bevel cut is required loosen the bevel lock Fig 1 point 19 by turning it counter ...

Page 13: ...n the base of the Compound Mitre Saw and use the fasteners to secure the saw to the table or bench Selection of Desired Angle Follow the steps in MITRE ADJUSTMENT and BEVEL ADJUSTMENT WARNING The throat plate see Fig 1 point 10 was factory cut for a 0º bevel cut The first cut made with the tool in the 45 bevel position will create a slot on throat plate WARNING Always make sure that the spindle lo...

Page 14: ... work piece The work piece binding the blade will cause the motor to stall and cause kickback resulting in possible serious injury Pay attention to body and hand positions Proper positioning of the body and hands when operating the Compound Mitre Saw will make utting easier and safer Never place hands near the cutting area c Hold the work piece firmly against the fence Keep hands in position until...

Page 15: ...ng the mitre lock knob 7 Pull out the locking pin to release the saw arm 8 Place the work piece flat on the mitre table with one edge securely against the fence If the board is warped place the convex side against the fence If the concave edge of the board is against the fence the board could collapse on the blade at the end of the cut and jam the blade Fig 14 and 15 9 Use the hold down clamp to s...

Page 16: ...g 1 19 by turning the knob counter clockwise 5 Tilt the saw arm to the desired bevel angle as shown on the bevel scale The blade can be positioned at any angle from a 90 straight cut 0 on the scale to a 45 left bevel Fig 12 WARNING Tighten the bevel lock knob to secure the saw arm in its position 6 Place the work piece flat on the mitre table with one edge securely against the fence If the board i...

Page 17: ... mitre setting is adjusted the effect of the bevel setting also changes Each time the bevel setting is adjusted the effect of the mitre setting is changed It may take several settings to obtain the desired cut The first angle setting should be checked after setting the second angle since adjusting the second angle affects the first Once the two correct settings for a particular cut have been obtai...

Page 18: ... to help feed support or pull the work piece WARNING To avoid serious personal injury always keep hands outside the no hands zone as marked on the saw table at least 3 inches 7 6 cm from the blade Also never perform any cutting operation freehand i e without holding the work piece against the fence the blade could grab the work piece causing it to slip and twist 13 Make sure that there will be no ...

Page 19: ...from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use a clean cloth to remove dirt oil and grease WARNING Do not allow improper materials such as brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oil etc to come in contact with plastic parts as improper materials contain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic WARNING To ensure safety and reliability al...

Page 20: ...after service Contact CTC Service Centre Cutting arm cannot fully raise or blade guard cannot fully close Clean and lubricate moving parts Sawdust build up Check adjust and properly set the saw head locking pin Saw head locking pin is not properly set or adjusted Improper operation See OPERATION section Dull blade Replace or sharpen blade Blade binds jams or burns wood Improper blade Replace blade...

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Page 22: ...46 Screw 1 23 Gear lock pin 1 85 Shoulder Screw 1 147 Clamp 1 24 Gear lock pin cap 1 86 Bevel lock handle 1 148 Support arm 1 25 Screw 1 87 Big washer 1 149 Knob 1 26 Spring washer 1 88 Double stud 1 150 Work piece knob 1 27 Anti finger touch 1 89 Socket head screw 1 151 Support pole 1 28 Gear case 1 90 Bushing 1 152 Knob 1 29 Exhaust port 1 91 Trunnion 1 153 Fence 1 30 Washer 2 92 Lock pin 1 154 ...

Page 23: ...er bits fluids tune ups or adjustments e this warranty will not apply where damage is caused by repairs made or attempted by others i e persons not authorized by the manufacturer f this warranty will not apply to any product that was sold to the original purchaser as a reconditioned or refurbished product unless otherwise specified in writing g this warranty will not apply to any product or part t...

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