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OPERATION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC
SAW OPERATION
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BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
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Completely assemble and adjust the saw,
following the instructions.
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ADJUSTMENTS)
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Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF
trigger switch, on/off switch for laser,
upper and lower blade guards, head
hold-down latch, bevel lock handle, and
cover plate screw.
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Review and understand all safety
instructions and operating procedures
in this Operator’s Manual.
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Review the
MAINTENANCE
and
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
for your
miter saw.
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To avoid injury or possible death from
electrical shock:
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plug’s metal prongs when plugging or
unplugging your miter saw.
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EQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY)
BEFORE EACH USE INSPECT YOUR SAW.
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To avoid
injury from accidental starting, unplug the
saw before any adjustments, including
set-up and blade changes.
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on the guard to the direction arrow
on the blade. The blade teeth should
always point downward at the front of
the saw.
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Check for:
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Alignment of moving parts
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Damaged electric cords
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Binding of moving parts
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Broken/cracked castings: base, table,
motor, upper arm
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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 GUIDE
for
adjustment if necessary.
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Other conditions that may affect the
way the miter saw works.
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Keep all guards in place, in working order
and proper adjustment. If any part of this
miter saw is missing, bent, damaged or
broken in any way, or any electrical parts
don’t work, turn the saw off and unplug it.
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Replace bent, damaged, missing or
defective parts before using the saw
again. All repairs should be done by a
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Maintain tools with care. Keep the
miter saw clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating. Do not put lubricants on the
blade while it is spinning.
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Remove adjusting wrench from the tool
before turning it on.
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To avoid injury from jams, slips, or
thrown pieces, use only recommended
accessories.
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Check the dust bag before you work.
Empty the bag if it is more than half-full.
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
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Consult the ACCESSORIES and
ATTACHMENTS section of this
Operator’s Manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that
come with the accessory. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to persons.
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Choose the correct 10 in. diameter blade
for the material and the type of cutting
you plan to do.
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Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged
and properly aligned. With the saw
unplugged, push the cutting arm all the
way down. Manually spin the blade and
check for clearance. Tilt the power-head
to a 45° bevel and repeat the test.
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Make sure the blade and arbor collars
are clean.
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Make sure all clamps and locks are
tight and there is no excessive play in
any parts.
