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7-1/4 IN. COMPOUND MITER SAW

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CATALOG NUMBER 

 

M1850BD TYPE 2

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Summary of Contents for M1850BD TYPE 2

Page 1: ...nswers If you can t find the answer or do not have access to the Internet call 1 844 437 5095 from 8 30 am to 5 p m EST Mon Fri to speak with an agent Please have the catalog number available when you call SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE VEA EL ESPANOL EN LA CONTRAPORTADA INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA ADVERTENCIA LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRO...

Page 2: ...ify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded WARNING DANGER CAUTION WARNING c Do not expose power to...

Page 3: ...n reduce dust related hazards 4 POWER TOOL USE AND CARE a Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired c Disconnec...

Page 4: ...ce is set correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding system Without turning the tool ON and with no workpiece on the table move the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to assure there will be no interference or danger of cutting the fence Provide adequate support such as table extensions saw horses etc for a workpiece that is wider or longer tha...

Page 5: ...ifornia to cause cancer Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov wood Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depen...

Page 6: ...nsulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool To avoid electrocution Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool with double insulation Servicing should be performed by a qualified technician Do not use power tools in wet or damp locations or expose them to rain or snow MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION IMPORTANT To avoid motor damage the motor should...

Page 7: ...N CORDS AWG When using 120 volts only Ampere Rating Total length of Cord More Than Not More Than 25ft 50ft 100ft 150ft 0 6 18 16 16 14 6 10 18 16 14 12 10 12 16 16 14 12 12 16 14 12 Not Recommended In all cases make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a certified electrician check the receptacle GLOSSARY OF TERMS AMPERAGE AMPS A measure of the flow of e...

Page 8: ... to prevent misplacing the blade wrench WOODWORKING TERMS ARBOR The shaft on which a blade is mounted BEVEL CUT An angle cut made through the face of the workpiece COMPOUND CUT An angled cut to both the edge and face of a board most common use is with crown molding CROSS CUT A cut which runs across the board perpendicular to the grain FREEHAND Performing a cut without using a fence guide hold down...

Page 9: ...volve your safety PROHIBITION WEAR EYE PROTECTION Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL To reduce the risk of injury user and all bystanders must read and understand Instruction manual before using this product SUPPORT AND CLAMP WORK KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious perso...

Page 10: ...ayout all of the parts Carefully check them according to the diagram below If any part is missing or damaged please do not plug in or use the miter saw until replacements have been obtained UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW 1 Miter saw 2 Hold down clamp 3 Dust bag 4 Blade wrench 1 2 3 4 WARNING ...

Page 11: ...Fence 7 Miter scale 8 Table insert 9 Mounting hole 10 Base 11 Blade wrench storage 12 Hold down clamp 13 Dust bag 14 ON OFF trigger switch 15 Hold down latch 16 Bevel scale 17 Miter table locking lever 18 Hand hold for transportation 19 Turn table 20 Arbor lock button 2 11 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 ...

Page 12: ...hen making repairs An accidental start up can cause injury To reduce the risk of serious personal injury ALWAYS lock the miter table locking lever bevel lock handle and hold down latch before transporting saw In order to conveniently carry the miter saw from place to place use the hand holds 1 on the base RELEASING THE CUTTING HEAD FIGURE B To avoid injury and damage to the saw transport or store ...

Page 13: ...nt slight misalignment may have occurred Check the following settings and adjust if necessary prior to using this miter saw INSTALLING THE DUST BAG FIGURE C Squeeze the metal collar wings 1 of the dust bag 2 Place the dust bag neck opening around the exhaust port 3 and release the metal collar wings WARNING B 2 1 WARNING NOTE To empty the dust bag squeeze the metal collar and remove from exhaust p...

Page 14: ...is miter saw is designed for use on wood and wood like products only Never depress the arbor lock button while the blade is under power or coasting Unplug the saw from the outlet Raise the miter saw to the upright position Loosen the cover plate screw 1 with a Phillips screwdriver Figure H Rotate the cover plate 2 to expose the arbor bolt 3 Locate the arbor lock button 4 below the trigger switch h...

Page 15: ...te the cover plate 2 back to its original position until the slot in the cover plate engages with the cover plate screw 1 Tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver Verify the operation of the guard Make sure it does not bind or stick Be sure the arbor lock button 4 is released so the blade turns freely by spinning the blade until the arbor lock disengages Figure I To avoid injury never use the...

Page 16: ...ace the saw on a 3 4 in thick piece of plywood Bolt the base of the miter saw securely to the plywood using the mounting holes on the base Use C clamps to clamp this mounting board to a stable work surface at the worksite Figure L NOTE If a miter saw stand is used please follow all instructions shown in that product s instructions for proper mounting BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENTS FIGURE M N O To avoid in...

Page 17: ...nterclockwise with a 3 mm hex key NOTE The locknut is at the left rear side of the saw base M 1 2 3 Tilt the cutting arm to the left to 45 bevel and recheck for alignment Repeat above steps until the blade is at 45 to the table Tighten bevel lock handle 1 and locknut 5 when alignment is achieved MITER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT FIGURE P The miter scale assists the user in setting the desired miter angles fr...

Page 18: ... lay the heel of the square against the blade and the ruler against the fence 2 as shown If the blade is not 90 to the fence loosen the two fence locking bolts 3 by 6 mm hex wrench Adjust the fence 90 to the blade and tighten the two fence locking bolts If the saw has not been used recently recheck blade squareness to the fence and readjust if needed After fence has been aligned using a scrap piec...

Page 19: ...ing parts Mounting holes WARNING Function of arm return spring and lower guard Push the cutting arm all the way down then let it rise until it stops The lower guard should fully close Follow instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING for adjustment if necessary Other conditions that may affect the way the miter saw works Keep all guards in place in working order and proper adjustment If any part of this mite...

Page 20: ...clamps or a vise to help hold the work when it is practical WARNING KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents To avoid burns or other fire damage never use the miter saw near flammable liquids vapors or gases Plan ahead to protect your eyes hands face and ears Know your miter saw Read and understand the Instruction Manual and labels affixed to the tool Learn its applic...

Page 21: ...en making a cut that may become unbalanced properly support the workpiece and ensure the saw is firmly bolted to a stable surface Personal injury may occur The clamp foot must remain clamped above the base of the saw whenever the clamp is used Always clamp the workpiece to the base of the saw not to any other part of the work area Ensure the clamp foot is not clamped on the edge of the base of the...

Page 22: ...itch 1 must be pushed in before the trigger switch 2 can be activated and the miter saw started NOTE To make the ON OFF trigger switch childproof insert a padlock not provided or chain with padlock through the hole 3 in the trigger switch Lock the tool s switch to prevent children and other unqualified users from turning the machine on Starting a cut Place hands at least 6 in away on both sides of...

Page 23: ...stops are provided at 0 15 22 5 31 6 and 45 left and right IMPORTANT Always tighten the miter table locking lever before performing every cutting operation X 1 2 3 BEVEL CUT FIGURE Z When a bevel cut is required loosen the bevel lock handle 1 Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle as shown on the bevel scale 2 The blade can be positioned at any angle from a 90 straight cut 0 on the scale to a ...

Page 24: ... moldings and many other moldings can be cut on a compound miter saw The setup of the saw depends on molding characteristics and application as shown Perform practice cuts on scrap material to achieve best results Always make sure moldings rest firmly against fence and table Use hold down crown molding vise or C clamps whenever possible and place tape on the area being clamped to avoid marks Reduc...

Page 25: ... inside or outside corner lay the molding with its broad back surface flat on the saw table When setting the bevel and miter angles for compound miters remember that the settings are interdependent changing one changes the other as well Settings for standard crown molding lying flat on compound miter saw table Workpiece Miter saw table F e n c e EE FF Compound cut crown moldings Inner corner Outsi...

Page 26: ...t RIGHT 31 6 3 LEFT side is finished piece Inside corner Right side IR 33 9 31 6 Left 1 Position bottom of molding against fence 2 Miter table set at LEFT 31 6 3 LEFT side is finished piece Outside corner Left side OL 33 9 31 6 Left 1 Position bottom of molding against fence 2 Miter table set at LEFT 31 6 3 RIGHT side is finished piece Outside corner Right side OR 33 9 31 6 Right 1 Position top of...

Page 27: ...84 22 01 117 20 67 24 31 23 43 21 68 118 20 30 23 94 23 02 21 36 119 19 93 23 57 22 61 21 03 120 19 57 23 20 22 21 20 70 121 19 20 22 83 21 80 20 38 122 18 84 22 46 21 40 20 05 123 18 48 22 09 21 00 19 72 52 38 Crown Molding 45 45 Crown Molding Angle Between Walls Miter Setting Bevel Setting Miter Setting Bevel Setting 124 18 13 21 71 20 61 19 39 125 17 77 21 34 20 21 19 06 126 17 42 20 96 19 81 1...

Page 28: ...onnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories before adjusting or when making repairs An accidental start up can cause injury DO NOT touch the sharp points on the blade with fingers or hands while performing any maintenance To avoid injury never put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning DO NOT use lubricants or cleaners particularly spray or aerosol in the vicinity ...

Page 29: ...st you To find your local service location call 1 844 437 5095 or visit www blackanddecker com WARNING FULL TWO YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY Black Decker warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways The first which will result in exchanges only is to return the product to the retai...

Page 30: ... service Sawdust build up Clean and lubricate moving parts Contact Service Center Blade binds jams burns wood Improper operation Dull or warped blade Improper blade size Wood is moving during cut See BASIC SAW OPERATION section Replace or sharpen blade Replace with 7 1 4 in diameter blade Use hold down clamp to secure workpiece to table Saw vibrates or shakes Saw blade not round damaged loose Arbo...

Page 31: ...switch released Brush worn Other Replace Brushes See MAINTENANCE section Contact Service Center For assistance with your product visit our website www blackanddecker com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK DECKER help line at 1 844 437 5095 BLACK DECKER and the BLACK DECKER logo are registered trademarks of BLACK DECKER and are used under license All rights reserve...

Page 32: ... COVER PLATE 1 X6W9 ROCKER SWITCH 1 X6X9 CR RE COUNT HD SCREW M5 1 X6WA CR RE PAN HD SCREW M5 12 2 X6XB HEX SOC HD CAP BOLT M6 16 1 X6WB CR RE PAN HD TAPPING ST3 9 14 2 X6XC FOLLOWER PLATE 1 SCREW X6XD BLADE 1 X6WC CORD CLAMP 1 X6XE FOLLOWER PLATE 1 X6WD POWER CABLE 1 X6XF RING ø38 1 X6WE GUARD CORD 1 X6XG PC GUARD 1 X6WF MOTOR HANDLE DOWN 1 X6XH SPRING 1 X6WG LABEL 1 X6XJ CR RE COUNT HD SCREW M5 ...

Page 33: ...X6Y7 LOCATOR PIN 1 X6Z5 CR RE PAN HD SCREW M4 8 5 X6Y8 TILT POINTER 1 X6Z6 STEEL BALL ø10 1 X6Y9 HEX NUT M5 1 X6Z7 SPRING 2 X6YA ANCHOR BLOCK 1 X6Z8 HEX SOC HD CAP BOLT M10 10 1 X6YB BOLT M12 1 X6Z9 WARNING LABEL 1 X6YC CR RE PAN HD SCREW M5 14 1 X6ZA BASE 1 X6YD CR RE PAN HD SCREW M5 8 2 X6ZB FOOT 4 X6YE BOLT 1 X6ZC TILTING SCALE 1 X6YF TILTING SCALE 1 X6ZD FLAT WASHER ø10 ø20 2 1 X6YG HEX SOC HD...

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