6
ASSEMBLY
Installing the Carrying Handles
The carrying handles are used for transport as well
as support extensions for cutting longer workpieces.
Use the four bolts to attach the carrying handles to
each side of the mitr
H
saw table, using the blade
wrench provided. Tighten securely.
Always lock the slide rails and lock down the saw
head before transporting tool. Only carry tools by
the carrying handles.
Installing the Kickstand
Lay the mitr
H
saw on its side. Insert the kickstand
(the bend should angle toward the ground) into the
two holes under the slide rails. Push the kickstand
in until it won't go any further. To secure, insert and
tighten the screw into the end of one kickstand prong.
Transporting and Storing
Always lock the saw head and slide rails before
transporting and storing the tool.
Saw Head
To
lock
, press and hold down the saw head and then
push in the lock-down pin.
To
unlock
, press and hold down the saw head and
pull out the lock-down pin. Raise the saw head.
Slide Rails
To
unlock
, loosen the slide rail lock by turning it
counterclockwise.
NOTE:
If the slide does not appear
to work when the slide rail lock is loosened, the chop
lock may be locked.
To
lock
, slide the saw head forward and tighten the
slide rail lock by turning it clockwise.
CAUTION!
Do
not use the chop lock to lock the rails for transport.
Mounting the Mitr
H
Saw
To prevent the tool from sliding, falling or tipping
from a raised work surface during operation, the saw
should be mounted to a supporting surface such as
a level, sturdy work table, bench, or mitr
H
saw stand.
Position the saw and workbench to allow adequate
room for cross-cutting long workpieces. To mount
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the holes in the corners of the saw base and secure.
Follow manufacturer instructions when mounting to
a mitr
H
saw stand.
Dust collection
WARNING
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(polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc.)
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The dust port at the back of the saw can be con-
nected to a standard workshop vacuum hose or the
included dust bag. Leave the dust bag open to direct
dust down into a garbage can.
To install, push and twist the hose or dust bag onto
the dust port.
Using Face Boards
When using face boards, secure them using the
mounting holes in the fences. Face boards place dis-
tance between the fence and the workpiece, providing
improved support for some workpieces. Workpiece
splintering can be reduced by using face boards.
Remove battery pack.
2. Lower the saw head.
3. Raise the lower guard and hold up while raising
the saw head. Let go of the lower guard. The lower
guard will remain up in the blade-changing
OPEN
position.
WARNING!
Be careful not to lower the
guard head while changing the blade; the lower
guard will fall back into place to cover the blade
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4. Press in the spindle lock and rotate the spindle/
blade until the lock engages.
5. Use the wrench to loosen and remove the left-hand
thread blade bolt (clockwise).
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Inspect the parts for damage. Replace if needed.
7. Match the arrow direction on the blade with the
arrow direction on the lower guard. Slide the blade
onto the spindle.
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9. Press in the spindle lock and rotate the blade until
the lock engages. Insert and securely tighten the
blade bolt (counterclockwise) with the wrench.
10. Move hands out of the guard area and lower
the saw head. The lower guard will fall back into
place; verify it moves freely. Check the clearance
between the blade, kerf plate, and fences.
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
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Removing/Inserting the Battery
To
remove
the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
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changing or removing accessories.
To
insert
the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
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recommended for this tool. Others
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Selecting, Installing, and Changing Blades
Always use clean, sharp blades. Dull blades tend to
overload the tool, bind, and cause pinching. Use only
254mm (10")sliding mitre saw blades
rated at least
Outer
Blade
bolt
Blade
Guard in
blade-changing
OPEN
position
4000 RPM.
