Chicago Electric 47003 User manual

14” HEAVY DUTY CUT-OFF SAW
Model 47003
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, oper-
ating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram.
Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed in the following
pages may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on page 17
are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the
number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
Item Description
Electrical Requirements 120V / 60 Hz / 15 AMPs Rated;
3 HP Peak / Single Phase;
3,750 No Load RPM;
3 Prong Electrical Plug;
14 Gauge Electrical Cord
Maximum Cut-Off Wheel Diameter 14”
Recommended
Cut-Off Wheel Types 14” Cut-Off Wheel for Metal (SKU #44814) 14” Cut-Off Wheel for Masonry (SKU #44815)
Arbor Size 1”
Base Dimensions 18” x 10-1/4”
Fence Dimensions 6-5/8” x 2-3/8”
Left/Right Miter Guide 0-45° Adjustable
Maximum Stock Height 4”
Maximum Stock Width 7-3/8”
Overall Dimensions 22-3/4” x 18-1/2” x 11”
Weight 26.8 Pounds
E105017

3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from
debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when oper-
ating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operat-
ing power tools may result in serious personal injury.
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2. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
3. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging
in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch, or plugging in
power tools with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.
4. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper
footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
6. Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses under a
full face shield, a dust mask/respirator, and hearing protection during use.
TOOL USE AND CARE
1. Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand is unstable and may lead to loss of
control. Onlywork ona workpiecethat is properly secured bytighteningthe Clamp-
ing Screw (4).
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite flammables.
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas
invite accidents.
WORK AREA

2. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
3. Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must
be replaced.
4. Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
5. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
6. Maintain tools with care. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do
not use” until repaired.
7. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
cracking or breakage of the Cut-Off Wheel, and any other condition that
may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before
using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
8. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
SERVICE
1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
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1. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or
ELECTRICAL SAFETY

break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away
from the user.
2. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the
three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
3. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.
4. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
5. Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tool
or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immedi-
ately. Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
6. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord
marked “W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
GROUNDING
WARNING!
Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with
the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the
tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by
a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
GROUNDED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS
1. Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong
grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If
the tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low
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resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of elec-
tric shock. (See Figure A.)
2. The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the
cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the
only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached
to an electrically “live” terminal. (See Figure A.)
3. Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet
should look like those in the following illustration. (See Figure A.)
FIGURE A
EXTENSION CORDS
1. Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools
can use either a two or three wire extension cord.
2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge
extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a
serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage.
(See Figure B, next page.)
3. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord.
For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.
(See Figure B.)
4. When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make
sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required.
(See Figure B.)
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5. If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate
amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.
(See Figure B.)
6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the
suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
7. Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified
electrician before using it.
8. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or
wet areas.
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RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*
(120 VOLT)
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(
At Full Load
)
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
25
Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet
0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16
2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12
5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12
7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -
12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -
16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -
* Based on limiting the line voltage drop
to five volts at 150% of the rated amperes.
FIGURE B
SYMBOLOGY
V ~
A
xxxx/min.
FIGURE C no
Double Insulated
Canadian Standards
Association
Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc.
Volts Alternating
Current
Amperes
No Load Revolutions
Per Minute (RPM)

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Cut-Off Saw. These carry important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace-
ment.
2. Keep hands and fingers away from cutting area and Cut-OffWheel. Keep
one hand on the Handle and your second hand on the motor housing. If
both hands are holding the saw, your hands and fingers cannot be cut by the
Cut-Off Wheel.
3. Do not reach under the Base of the Cut-Off Saw. The Swing Guard can not
protect you from the Cut-Off Wheel below the Base.
4. Check Swing Guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the
Saw if the Swing Guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never
clamp or tie the Swing Guard into the open position. If the Saw is acciden-
tally dropped, the Swing Guard may be bent. Raise the Swing Guard and make
sure it moves freely and does not touch the Cut-Off Wheel or any other part, in
all depths of cut.
5. The Swing Guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such
as“Pocket Cuts”and “Compound Cuts.” Raise the Swing Guard only
enough to begin the cut. As soon as the Cut-OffWheel enters the material,
the Swing Guard must be released. For all other sawing, the Swing Guard
should be allowed to operate automatically.
6. The Saw is not to be used for any cutting operation in the locked down
position. The Saw should be in the locked down position only for carrying and
storage.
7. Always use Cut-OffWheels with a 14”Diameter, 1”round arbor hole, and
rated at a minimum of 4,000 RPM. Cut-OffWheels that do not match the mount-
ing hardware of the Saw or that are rated at less than the saw’s maximum RPM
may fly off the Saw or may run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
8. Never use damaged or incorrect Cut-OffWheel washers or bolts. The Cut-
Off Wheel’s washers and bolt were specially designed for your Saw, for optimum
performance and safety of operation.
9. Do not use the included Cut-Off Wheel to cut aluminum, copper, brass, or
other non-ferrous metals. The included Cut-Off Wheel is designed to cut only
ferrous (iron containing) metals such as steel alloys and cast iron. If using other
Cut-Off Wheels, only use them on materials that the manufacturer recommends.
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10. To avoid accidental injury, always wear heavy duty work gloves and work
bib when changing a Cut-OffWheel.
11. Before using the Cut-Off Saw, make sure the Cut-OffWheel is properly
mounted on the Saw Spindle. Make sure the Cut-Off Wheel is balanced, and is
not cracked or bent.
12. The Cut-Off Wheel will become hot while cutting. Allow the Cut-Off Wheel to
completely cool before touching.
13. Allow the Cut-Off Wheel to spin up to full speed before feeding it into the
workpiece. When turning off the Saw, allow the Cut-Off Wheel to spin down
and stop on its own. Do not press against the Cut-Off Wheel to stop it.
14. Do not force the Cut-OffWheel into the workpiece when cutting. Apply
moderate pressure, allowing the Cut-Off Wheel to cut without being forced.
16. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
17. Always turn off the Cut-Off Saw and unplug the Power Cord from its electri-
cal outlet before changing accessories or performing any inspection, main-
tenance, or cleaning procedures.
18. Use the right tool or attachment for the right job. Do not attempt to force a
small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool or attachment.
There are certain applications for which this product was designed. It will do the
job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do not modify
this product, and do not use this product for a purpose for which it was not in-
tended.
19. WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities, contain chemicals known (to the State of Califor-
nia) to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are: lead from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks and
cement or other masonry products, arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this
type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety
Code 25249.5, et seq.)
20. Always locate the Cut-off Saw on a level, flat work surface capable of support-
ing the solid weight of the saw, workpiece and related tools.

20. WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s)
before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to
a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.
21. WARNING! The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The
operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors which
cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: For additional references to the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the
Assembly Diagram on page 18.
To Remove Or Install A Cut-OffWheel:
1. WARNING! Prior to performing any assembly procedures, make sure
the Power Cord (65) of the Cut-Off Saw is unplugged from its electrical
outlet. Also, make sure the Cut-Off Wheel has completely cooled and wear
work gloves while replacing the Wheel.
2. Place the Cut-Off Saw in its fully raised position. To do so, turn the Swing Lock
Handle (81) clockwise while pushing down on the Handle (66, 71).
(See Figure D, next page.)