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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

10" Sliding

Compound

Miter Saw

Model # 70711

IMPORTANT

Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s

high standards for

dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you

years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your

tool properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

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Summary of Contents for 70711

Page 1: ...ou years of rugged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation Warnings and Cautions If you use your tool properly and only for what it is intended you will enjoy years of safe reliable service We Got Your Back It s not how it s WEN the project get s done WenProducts com 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST techsupport wenproducts com Got product questions or need technical su...

Page 2: ... INSTRUCTIONS 16 Work piece and work area set up 16 General operating instructions 16 Using the work piece extension supports 17 Adjusting the miter angle 17 Adjusting the bevel angle 17 Using the depth stop 18 Making a cut 18 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 19 Cleaning maintenance and lubrication 19 Replacing the blade 19 Adjusting the fence 20 Adjusting the miter table indicator 21 Adjusting the bevel...

Page 3: ...rench SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 70711 Rating 120V AC 60Hz Input 15 Amps Speed 5300 RPM Arbor Diameter 5 8 Blade Type General Purpose with Carbide Tips Blade Diameter 10 Cutting Capacity At 90 2 3 4 Deep x 12 Wide At 45 1 9 16 Deep x 8 1 4 Wide Positive Table Stops 0 15 22 5 30 and 45 Right and Left Positive Bevel Stops 0 and 45 Left only Blade Tilt Range 0 45 Right and Left Miter 0 45 left Scale...

Page 4: ...quipment IMPORTANT Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the tool to WEN PRODUCTS a division of Great Lakes Technologies LLC for repair When servicing use only identical WEN replacement parts Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and understand this operator s manual and all ...

Page 5: ...er keys Don t force the tool It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed Use the right tool Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed Wear proper apparel Do not wear loose clothing neckties or jewelry that can get caught in the tool s moving parts and cause personal injury Non slip footwear is recommended when working outdoors Wear ...

Page 6: ...tools dry clean and free from oil and grease Always use a clean cloth when cleaning Never use brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products or any solvents to clean tool PROTECT YOUR LUNGS Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty Guard against electrical shock by preventing body contacting with grounded surfaces For example pipes radiators ranges refrigerator enclosures Inspect tool cor...

Page 7: ...laced by an authorized service center Replacement parts All repairs whether electrical or mechanical should be made by a qualified service technician at an authorized service center Keep hands away from cutting area Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers go under the blade guard Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason Before maki...

Page 8: ...r yank it to disconnect from receptacle Keep cord from heat oil and sharp edges EXTENSION CORDS In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path or least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electrical shock Tools equipped with an electrical cord having an equipment grounding conductor must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grou...

Page 9: ...ARNING to prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious personal injury assemble all parts to your saw before connecting it to power sup ply Saw should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts making adjustments installing or removing blades or when not in use WARNING if any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced Fail...

Page 10: ...ld break resulting in severe eye injury Wear a face or dust mask when working in a dusty environment Use ear protection plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation Wear a face mask or dust mask when the sawing operation produces dust To avoid injury from jams slips or thrown pieces Use the correct 10 inch blade for the material and type of cut Do not cut materials that may shatter grab the...

Page 11: ...s Plan your work so an odd shaped workpiece cannot slip or pinch the blade When cutting material like molding it must lie flat or be held by a fixture Do not allow the material to rock twist or slip Secure sagging workpieces with sawhorses tables or other additional supports Do not cut small workpieces that you must hold closer than 4 inches 102 mm from the blade Properly support round material wh...

Page 12: ... from the electrical outlet Lock the handle in the down position using the handle latch To avoid back injury Obtain help when it is necessary to raise the saw more than 10 inches 254 mm Bend your knees when lifting the saw Carry your saw by the carrying handle or base Do not carry your saw by the power cord or the trigger handle Carrying the saw by the power cord could cause damage to the insulati...

Page 13: ...tion Release the trigger switch start button and wait for the blade to stop moving Motor Safety Protection Before connecting the power cord to electrical outlet Verify the voltage supplied to the saw and the saw s required voltage is the same If the supplied voltage is greater than the required voltage serious personal injury could result If the supplied voltage is lower than required voltage dama...

Page 14: ...rounding conductor If a properly grounded receptacle is not available have a certified electrician check the receptacle Do not modify the power cord plug If it does not match the electrical outlet have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Double Insulated The miter saw is double insulated to provide a double thickness of insulation between you and the tool s electrical system All...

Page 15: ... Attaching the Dust Collection Bag 3 The Dust Collection Bag slips over the Dust Outlet behind the Blade Housing Assembly Sawdust created by cutting is captured in the bag MOUNTING THE SAW The Miter Saw must be mounted on a support before use This may be a commercially available support or home made saw table There are bolt holes provided in each of the four legs of the base These should be firmly...

Page 16: ...saw for extended work pieces GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 When the Handle is lowered the Blade Guard raises automatically When the Handle is raised the Blade Guard returns to its safety position Keep hands clear of the Blade when the Handle is lowered Never interfere with the proper movement of the Blade Guard 2 There are locking mechanisms for the miter angle and the Slides Unlock the Table t...

Page 17: ...ING THE MITER ANGLE 1 A miter cut is one that is at an angle across the horizontal surface of the material You will commonly make 45º miter cuts to join two pieces in a right angle corner A 30º cut is often used for a scarf joint or to make a chamfered end 2 To make a miter cut loosen the Miter Lock Knob by turning it approximately 1 4 turn counter clockwise Press down the Thumb Lever to unlock th...

Page 18: ...mbly to slide freely 3 Blow any sawdust or debris away from the Fence Place the work material against the Fence 4 Make any necessary miter or bevel adjustments 5 Align the marked location of the cut on the work material with the saw blade Be aware that the Saw Blade will remove material from the cut equal to the width of the blade This is the kerf To prevent your work piece from being cut too shor...

Page 19: ...will more often overheat and burn the wood as it cuts overheated blades dull more easily 4 if the Blade has become dull replace it dull blades will cause increased tear out and ragged edges on the cuts 5 occasionally clean the Slides rotating Table components and other moving parts use a good quality dry lubricant not included which will not attract dust 6 WARNING if the supply cord of this power ...

Page 20: ...nce must be perpendicular at a 90º angle to the Saw Blade 3 Before beginning work make a test cut on scrap material with the Table set at 90º 4 Check the cut with an accurate square You can also reverse the two pieces hold the cut ends together and hold a good straight edge along the side of the pieces 5 if either test reveals that the cut is not a true 90º angle you must adjust the Fence before b...

Page 21: ...tion Loosen the screw holding the Indicator in place adjust it to be exactly over the 0º mark then retighten the screw ADJUSTING OR REPLACING THE KERF BOARD 1 If the Kerf Board becomes damaged it must be replaced 2 Remove the four screws holding the Kerf Board in place 3 Install a new Kerf Board Replace the four screws and tighten them slightly 4 To adjust the Kerf Board lower the Saw Blade and lo...

Page 22: ...e flat flush against Fence and supported on ends Material frays or chips out 1 Finished side is down 2 Blade is chipped or dull 3 Blade is inappropriate for material 4 Material is unsupported 1 Always have finished side of material up or facing you 2 Bottom and back side are prone to chip out 3 Check for damaged teeth Sharpen or re place blade 4 Check blade manufacturer s recommenda tions for mate...

Page 23: ...supported 2 Material is wet con taminated or inappro priate blade is being used 1 Material must be flat on table flush against the fence and supported on both ends 2 Check condition of material and check com patibility of blade to material Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool Disconnect power supply before service ...

Page 24: ...70711 034 Bolt 1 35 70711 035 Flat Washer 1 36 70711 036 Pointer 1 37 70711 037 Nut 2 Part No Stock No Description Qty 38 70711 038 Spring 1 39 70711 039 Bend Arm 1 40 70711 040 Flat Washer 2 41 70711 041 Lock Nut 1 42 70711 042 Washer 2 43 70711 043 Bolt 1 44 70711 044 Bevel Lock Lever 1 45 70711 045 Lock Pin Spring 1 46 70711 046 Bolt 1 47 70711 047 Bolt M5X14 2 48 70711 048 Spacer 4 49 70711 04...

Page 25: ...8 70711 098 Bearing 1 99 70711 099 Arbor 1 100 70711 100 Key 4X13 1 101 70711 101 Bearing Cover 1 102 70711 102 Bolt 3 Part No Stock No Description Qty 103 70711 103 Inner Flange 1 104 70711 104 Blade 1 105 70711 105 Outer Flange 1 106 70711 106 Arbor Bolt LEFT 1 107 70711 107 Lock Nut 1 108 70711 108 Small Cover 1 109 70711 109 Large Cover 1 110 70711 110 Washer 1 111 70711 111 Bolt 1 112 70711 1...

Page 26: ...26 Assembly Diagram ...

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Page 28: ...defines Date of Purchase including month and year and Place of Purchase THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES DRILL BITS ROUTER BITS JIGSAW BLADES SANDING BELTS GRINDING WHEELS AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PUR CHASE SOME STATES IN THE U S SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA...

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