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Cutting arm 
cannot fully
raise, or 
blade guard 
cannot
fully close.

Parts failure

Call the Toll-free Helpline: 
1-866-858-2664.

Pivot spring not replaced 
properly after service

Call the Toll-free Helpline: 
1-866-858-2664.

Sawdust build up

Clean and lubricate moving 
parts.

Saw-head locking pin not 
set properly

Check, adjust, and properly 
set the saw-head locking pin.

Blade binds, 
jams, or 
burns
Wood.
 

Improper operation

See section entitled 
OPERATION.

Dull blade

Replace or sharpen blade.

Improper blade

Replace blade.

Warped blade

Replace blade.

Saw vibrates 
or shakes.

Saw blade damaged

Replace blade.

Saw blade loose

Tighten blade screw.

Saw not properly fastened 
down

Fasten saw to stand, bench, 
or table.

Workpiece not properly 
supported

Properly support or clamp 
workpiece.

Laser line 
projection is 
hard to see.

Light in work area is too 
bright

Move the Miter Saw to a work 
area with proper light.

Sawdust on the laser lens

Clean laser lens using a soft, 
dry brush.

ACCESSORIES

• 

    1 Pc - 40T carbide-tipped blades

 

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    1 pc - hold down clamp 

• 

    1 pc - dust collection bag

• 

    1 pair - extension rails

• 

    1 pc - wrench

• 

    1 pc - vacuum adaptor

Summary of Contents for 240-3687

Page 1: ...d to call attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and their explanations require the operator s full understand ing The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger and they are...

Page 2: ...ONS Miter Saw Specifications Model 240 3687 Motor 120V 60Hz 15A Speed 5500 RPM no load Blade 10 25 4 cm 40 tooth carbide tipped Laser CLASS llla Laser wavelength 650 nm Laser max outpower 2 5 mW slidi...

Page 3: ...tered areas and benches invite accidents DON T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT Don t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain Keep work area well lighted KEEP CHILDREN AWAY All vis...

Page 4: ...erformance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing when changing accessories such as blades bits cutters and the like REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENT...

Page 5: ...holed receptacles that accept the tool s plug Permanently connected tools This tool should be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or to a system that has an equipment grounding cond...

Page 6: ...eflective surface could direct the beam back at the operator Do not attempt to activate the laser when the tool housing is removed The laser is activated by means a button switch independent with the...

Page 7: ...kicking up NEVER cut more than one piece at a time DO NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the worktable at a time AVOID awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your han...

Page 8: ...R lift this tool by gripping the cutting handle or the miter fence This may cause misalignment ALWAYS carry saw by holding the base or carry by the support bracket carrying handle after you have locke...

Page 9: ...refully checked to determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect t...

Page 10: ...traction port 7 Saw blade 8 Laser guide 9 Mounting holes 10 Miter table 11 Miter angle scale 12 Throat plate 13 Miter angle indicator 14 Miter lock 15 Clamp mounting holes 16 Fence 17 Lower blade guar...

Page 11: ...aw head should move up and down freely see Fig 3 2 Place the saw head at the lowest position Insert the stop latch in order to lock the saw head for transporting and storage REMOVING THE BLADE see Fig...

Page 12: ...all the outer flange IMPORTANT Make sure the flat side of the flange is placed against the blade 5 Press and hold the spindle lock button and use the wrench included to turn the blade screw counter cl...

Page 13: ...r lock knob and release the saw head Adjusting the miter angle indicator if necessary 1 Place the miter table at the zero position making sure the miter lock is secured in position 2 Loosen the miter...

Page 14: ...ng operation the Miter Saw can be mounted to a supporting surface such as a level sturdy worktable or bench Position the Miter Saw and the workbench in such a way as to allow adequate room for crosscu...

Page 15: ...will help to eliminate the tendency of the teeth of the blade to bind The fence can be used to support miter bevel and compound cuts Use the workpiece clamp included The workpiece clamp fits into the...

Page 16: ...safety lock off button while squeezing the ON OFF trigger switch to turn the tool ON See Fig 10 3 Wait until the blade reaches full speed WARNING Always keep hands and fingers away from the cutting a...

Page 17: ...miter lock lever by tightening the miter lock knob 7 Pull out the locking pin in order to release the saw arm 8 Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with one edge securely against the fence If...

Page 18: ...14 To turn the saw on push the safety lock off button in with the thumb while squeezing the On Off trigger switch located under the handle Fig 1 1 and 3 Allow several seconds for the blade to reach m...

Page 19: ...clamp to secure the workpiece against the Miter Saw table and fence 9 When cutting long workpiece support the opposite end of the workpiece with a roller stand or with another work surface that is le...

Page 20: ...g position that does not interfere with the cutting operation Before switching the Miter Saw ON lower the head assembly to make sure the clamp clears the guard and the head assembly 2 Loosen the slide...

Page 21: ...e miter lock knob in order to loosen the miter table 4 Hold the base of the saw arm firmly and use it to rotate the miter table while holding the saw base steady 5 The 0 15 22 5 31 6 and 45 left and r...

Page 22: ...t 15 Hold the saw handle and use the index finger to turn the laser switch on by pressing it 16 To turn the saw on push the safety lock off button in with the thumb while squeezing the On Off trigger...

Page 23: ...WARNING In order to ensure safety and reliability all repairs should be per formed by a qualified service technician TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION Brake does not...

Page 24: ...blade Replace or sharpen blade Improper blade Replace blade Warped blade Replace blade Saw vibrates or shakes Saw blade damaged Replace blade Saw blade loose Tighten blade screw Saw not properly fast...

Page 25: ...including but not limited to blades brushes belts bits light bulbs and or batteries 2 shall be void if this tool is used for commercial and or rental purposes and 3 does not cover any losses injuries...

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