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UNPACKING

After unpacking unit, inspect carefully for any damage 

that may have occurred during transit. Check for loose, 

missing, or damaged parts. If any damage is observed, a 

shipping damage claim must be filed with carrier. Do not 

use the OEMTOOLS

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 Chop Saw if broken, bent, cracked or 

damaged parts (including labels) are noted. Any Chop Saw 

that appears damaged in any way, operates abnormally or is 

missing parts should be removed from service immediately. 

If you suspect that the Chop Saw was subjected to shock 

load (a load that was dropped suddenly, unexpectedly, etc.) 

immediately discontinue use until it has been checked by a 

factory authorized service center.

Please read and save these instructions. Read through this owner’s manual carefully before using product. Protect yourself and 
others by observing all safety information, warnings, and cautions. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal 

injury and/or damage to product or property. Please retain instructions for future reference.

The following safety information is provided as a guideline to help you operate your Chop Saw under the safest possible 
conditions. Any tool or piece of equipment can be potentially dangerous to use when safety or safe handling instructions 
are not known or not followed. The following safety instructions are to provide the user with the information necessary for 
safe use and operation. Please read and retain these instructions for the continued safe use of your service system. Failure 
to follow instructions listed below may result in serious injury. In addition, make certain that anyone who uses the equipment 
understands and follows these safety instructions as well.

 Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 

24497

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE
Technical Question?

 

CALL 1-866-458-2472

[email protected]

14" CHOP SAW

Thank you very much for choosing an OEMTOOLS

®

 Product!

For future reference, please register your new tool at www.oem-tools.com and complete the owner’s record below:
Model: _______________ Purchase Date: ___________

Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this 

product before you begin using it. This product is designed for certain applications only. OEMTOOLS

®

 cannot be responsible 

for issues arising from modification. We strongly recommend this product is not modified and/or used for any application other 

than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the product until 

you have first contacted customer service to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.

 

WARNING: Pursuant to California Proposition 65, this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause 

cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Explanation of Safety Signal Words

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

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

CAUTION:

  Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result 

in property damage.

NOTES:

 Provide clarity and helpful information.

WARNING

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Summary of Contents for 24497

Page 1: ...n addition make certain that anyone who uses the equipment understands and follows these safety instructions as well Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 24497 FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE Technical Question CALL 1 866 458 2472 customerservice oem tools com 14 CHOP SAW Thank you very much for choosing an OEMTOOLS Product For future reference please register your new tool at www oem tools com and comple...

Page 2: ...Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents 4 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 5 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool i...

Page 3: ... attaching the cut off disc inspect it for visible defects If cracked chipped or warped do not install it 17 Do not over tighten the clamp nut on the cut off disc Excessive tightening may cause the disc to crack and possibly shatter during operation 18 Never turn the chop saw ON with the cut off disc touching the work surface 19 Use only cut off discs in compliance with ANSI Standard B7 1 and rate...

Page 4: ...assembly may result in electric shock or fire 2 Wear approved safety eye face shield ear defenders and hand protection 3 The power cord is not damaged 4 The cut off disc is correct for the type of material being cut 5 The cut off disc is in good condition and securely tightened onto the arbor 6 The guard is in good working order 7 No flammable liquids are in the vicinity DISPOSAL At the end of the...

Page 5: ...tting disc assembly until the lower edge of the guard touches the chop saw base Continue to lower the swing arm and cutting disc assembly The automatic guard should freely rise as the cutting disc is lowered NOTE The guard should always rise and fall freely when the swing arm is lowered and raised as outlined in 1 and 2 above If not clean any cuttings out from around the guard mechanism Figure 3 F...

Page 6: ...7 Figure 7 2 Move the mitre gauge back approximately 1 1 2 until the hole and slot in the mitre gauge line up with the next two holes in the chop saw base 3 Reinstall and tighten the mitre gauge cap screws in the two new holes NOTE To cut workpieces between 7 and 9 in width locate the mitre gauge in the back two holes in the chop saw base OPERATING THE VISE QUICK RELEASE The vise has a quick relea...

Page 7: ...the washer holes slide over the matching flats of the arbor 8 Engage the arbor lock and tighten the arbor cap screw using the 8 mm hex key supplied 9 Carefully rotate the cut off disk by hand to make sure it is firmly tightened that it is not damaged and that it does not wobble WARNING Reset the depth stop as shown in Fig 1 The new blade will be larger and will damage the work surface if the depth...

Page 8: ...soline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc to come into contact with plastic parts They contain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic Keep the air vents cleared of any built up dust to prevent the motor from overheating Remove accumulated dust and debris regularly using a soft DRY brush WARNING Use safety goggles when using an air jet to blow dust out of the chop saw DO NOT...

Page 9: ...escription Qty TT Cross Screw 6 UU Anti Wind Ring 1 VV Bearing 1 WW Gear Box 1 XX Protective Cover 1 YY Cross Screw 4 ZZ Active Cover 1 AAA Screw 2 BBB Spindle 1 CCC Semi Circle Key 1 DDD Bearing 1 EEE Spring Lock Pin 1 FFF Lock Pin 1 GGG Bearing Holder 1 HHH Gear 1 III Spring Washer 1 JJJ Bearing 1 KKK Circumgyrate Pin 1 LLL Cross Screw 1 MMM Washer 1 NNN Standard Spring Washer 1 OOO Dust Board 1...

Page 10: ...LLL KKK JJJ III HHH GGG FFF EEE DDD CCC BBB XX CC YY FFFFF EEEE ZZ AAA GGGG HHHH IIII II II SS WW VV UU TT JJJJ KKKK CC DD CC BB AA Z Y S R Q V W X EE FF GG GG RR HH II II JJ KK LL KK MM MM NN OO PP QQ QQ XXX K WWW VVV J BBBB N C Parts Diagram NOTE Not all components of the Chop Saw are replacement items but are illustrated as a convenient reference for location and position in the assembly sequen...

Page 11: ...11 Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 24497 14 CHOP SAW 1 17 2017 OEMTOOLS ...

Page 12: ...s files batteries or calibration We recommend that you maintain your tools and sharpen or replace blades bits files and batteries as necessary OEMTOOLS reserves the right to makes any changes in construction or design at any time without any obligation in incorporating such changes to tools or equipment previously sold OEMTOOLS makes every effort to ensure that its products meet high quality and d...

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