Stanley SM16, Original Instructions Manual

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ENGLISH (
Original Instructions)
Adjusting the Depth Stop (Sawing Grooves) (Fig.
33)
The adjusting screw(ss) of the depth stop has to be turned
clockwise if you want to saw a groove.
– Tilt the tool
head by the handle to the position at which the
requested groove depth is reached.
– Turn the adjusting screw(ss) clockwise until the end of the
screw touches the housing stop.
– Guide the tool arm slowly upward.
Return the depth stop to its original position once sawing
grooves done.
Ensure that saw blades do not touch any part of the base
or kerf plate.
Guard Actuation and Visibility
The blade guard on your saw has been designed to automat-
ically raise when the arm is brought down and to lower over
the blade when the arm is raised.
The guard can be raised by hand when installing or removing
saw blades or for inspection of the saw. NEVER RAISE
THE BLADE GUARD MANUALLY UNLESS THE SAW IS
TURNED OFF.
NOTE: Certain special cuts will require that you manually
raise the guard. The front section of the guard is louvered
for visibility while cutting. Although the louvers dramatically
reduce flying debris, they are openings in the guard and
safety glasses should be worn at all times when viewing
through the louvers.
Automatic Electric Brake
Your saw is equipped with an automatic electric blade brake
which stops the saw blade within 10 seconds of trigger
release. This is not adjustable.
On occasion, there may be a delay after trigger release to
brake engagement. On rare occasions, the brake may not
engage at all and the blade will coast to a stop.
If a delay or “skipping” occurs, turn the saw on and off 4 or 5
times. If the condition persists, have the tool serviced by an
authorized S TANLEY service center.
Always be sure the blade has stopped before removing it from
the kerf. The brake is not a substitute for guards or for ensur-
ing your own safety by giving the saw your complete attention.
Brushes (Fig. 1)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious person-
al injury, turn off the tool and disconnect it from
the power source before attempting to move it,
change accessories or make any adjustments.
Inspect carbon brushes regularly by unplugging the
tool, removing the Brush holder cap (W) that holds the
spring-loaded brush assembly. Keep brushes clean and
sliding freely in their guides. Always replace a used brush
in the same orientation in the holder as it was prior to its
removal.
Use only identical
S TANLEY brushes. Use of the correct
grade of brush is essential for proper operation of electric
brake. New brush essential for proper operation of electric
1. Loosen the bevel clamp knob (p).
2. Press the mitre arm to the right to ensure it is fully
vertical with the angle position stop located against the
vertical position adjustment stop (cc) and tighten the
bevel clamp knob.
3. Pull down the head until the blade just enters the saw
kerf (s).
4. Place a set square (tt) on the table and up against
the blade (oo) (Fig. 18).
WARNING: Do not touch the tips of the blade
teeth with the square.
If adjustment is required, proceed as follows:
5. Turn the vertical position adjustment stop screw (bb) in
or out until the blade is at 90º to the table as measured
with the square.
6. If the bevel pointer (xx) does not indicate zero on the
bevel scale (q), loosen the screw (yy) that secures the
pointer and move the pointer as necessary.
Adjusting the Fence (Fig. 22)
The upper part of the fence can be adjusted to provide
clearance, allowing the saw to bevel to 45° left and 0° right.
To adjust the left fence (v):
1. Loosen the plastic knob (k) and slide the fence to the left.
2. Make a dry run with the saw switched off and check for
clearance. Adjust the fence to be as close to the blade
as practical to provide maximum workpiece support,
without interfering with the up and down movement of
the arm.
3. Tighten the knob securely.
WARNING: The guide grooves (zz) can become
clogged with sawdust. Use a stick or some low
pressure air to clear the guide grooves.
Checking and Adjusting the Bevel Angle (Fig. 21,
22, 23)
1. Loosen the left side fence clamping knob (k) and slide
the upper part of the left side fence to the left as far as it
will go.
2. Loosen the bevel clamp knob (p) and move the saw
arm to the left until the angle position stop (z) rests on
the bevel position adjustment stop (aa). This is the 45°
bevel position.
If adjustment is required, proceed as follows:
3. Loosen the locknut (ww) a few turns and turn the bevel
position adjustment stop screw (aa) in or out until the
pointer (xx) indicates 45° with the angle position stop (z)
resting on the bevel position adjustment stop.
4. Firmly tighten the lock nut (ww) while holding the stop
screw (aa) stationary.
5. To achieve a 0° right bevel or a 45° left bevel, the two
adjustment stop screws must be adjusted to allow the
saw arm to move as necessary.