OPERATION
Material
Cutting Capacity
Mild Steel Plate (Optimal Thickness)
0.25"
Mild Steel Plate (Max Cutting Thickness)
0.5"
Square Tube at 90° (Mild Steel)
4.75" x 4.75"
Square Tube at 45° (Mild Steel)
3.5" x 3.5"
Rectangle Tube at 90° (Mild Steel)
3.75" x 7.25"
Rectangle Tube at 45° (Mild Steel)
3.125" x 4.375"
Round Tube at 90° (Mild Steel)
5.125"
Round Tube at 45° (Mild Steel)
4.125"
Wood at 90° (Nominal Size)
4" x 8" (Actual: 3.5" x 7.25")
Wood at 45° (Nominal Size)
4" x 6" (Actual: 3.5" x 5.5")
4. SECURE WORKPIECE
Secure the work piece with the vise whenever possible to prevent
the material from moving during the cutting operation. Refer to
Fig. 12 when deciding how to align your work piece for the cut.
5. CHECK BEFORE OPERATION
• Check that the workpiece is fully supported, against the fence
and securely clamped.
• Check that you have the proper blade for the material you are
cutting.
• Without turning on the saw, perform a dry run of cutting op-
eration to check that nothing is obstructing the path of the saw.
6. PERFORM THE CUT
1. Plug in the chop saw. Grip the operating handle firmly, press
the blade trigger lock button (Fig. 13 - 1) with your thumb, and
squeeze the power trigger (Fig. 14 - 1) to turn the saw ON.
NOTE:
The trigger lock is a safety feature that prevents the pow-
er trigger from being pressed down to reduce the risk of acci-
dentally starting the machine.
2. Allow the blade to reach full speed. Make sure the workpiece
is held securely against the base and fence at all times. If the
material binds to the blade, release the power trigger. Slowly
lower the blade into and through the workpiece.
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Fig. 13
Fig. 14
WARNING!
Before operating the miter saw, make sure to equip yourself with a dust mask, ear protection,
and safety glasses for protection from possible injuries. Tie back long hair and do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Do not wear gloves while operating the saw.
3. Once the work piece has been cut, allow the blade to raise to its upright position. Release the power trigger and
wait until the blade fully stops before removing the work piece from the saw.
4. Unplug saw before leaving your work station. Clean your work station and store tools out of reach of children.
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