Chicago Electric ITEM 69684 Assembly instructions

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ITEM 69684
12" DOUBLE-BEVEL
SLIDING COMPOUND
MITER SAW
WITH LASER GUIDE

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Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 3
Specifications ............................................. 6
Setup .......................................................... 7
Operation................................................... 10
Maintenance.............................................. 14
Parts List and Diagram.............................. 17
Warranty .................................................... 20
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
General Tool Safety Warnings
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should
be kept safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
7. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
Table A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
FOR EXTENSION CORDS
(120 VOLT)
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(at full load)
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
25′ 50′ 100′ 150′
0 – 6 18 16 16 14
6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12
10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12
12.1 – 16 14 12 Do not use.
9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using
an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your product will
draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Table A shows the correct size to use depending
on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets,
or other jewelry which may get caught in moving
parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use
face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work when practical. It’s safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;
when changing accessories, such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in
off position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories
may cause risk of injury to persons.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended
function – check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into
a blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool
until it comes to a complete stop.
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Grounding Instructions
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION
READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
110-120 V~ Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug
1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, double
insulated equipment has 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 the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
2. Double insulated tools may be used in either of the
120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration.
(See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)
Miter Saw Safety Warnings
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction
Manual Before Operating Miter Saw
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
3. Do not operate saw without guards in place.
4. Do not perform any operation freehand.
5. Never reach around saw blade.
6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before
moving workpiece or changing settings.
7. Disconnect power before changing blade or servicing.
8. To reduce risk of injury, return carriage to the full
rear position after each crosscut operation.
9. Return all guards to original position if any are
moved during blade replacement. Check all
guards for proper operation after service.
10. The lock down pin is to be used only to lock
the head in place for carrying and storage.
It is not to be used for any cutting operation.
11. DANGER! Coasting Cutting Tool Can Be
Dangerous – Apply brake immediately to stop
cutting tool when the switch is turned off.
12. The torque developed during braking may
loosen the blade-retaining nut/bolt. The blade
retaining nut/bolt should be checked periodically
and tightened if necessary, especially after braking.
13. Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw
will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
14. Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers
or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were
specially designed for your saw, for optimum
performance and safety of operation.
15. Do not use to cut logs, tree limbs, or uneven lumber.
16. Wet lumber, green (unseasoned) lumber, and
pressure treated lumber all have an increased
potential for kickback and should only be cut with a
blade for cutting that lumber type. Wear a NIOSH-
approved respirator and have appropriate ventilation
whenever cutting pressure treated lumber.
17. Do not use blades made from high-speed steel,
abrasive blades, metal-cutting blades or masonry-
cutting blades. The guards of this saw are not
designed to protect against the failure of such blades.
18. Blades must be rated to at least the
maximum speed marked on the tool.
19. DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD DISABLED,
DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Moving guards
must move freely and close instantly.
20. The use of accessories or attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer may
result in a risk of injury to persons.
21. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
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22. Do not depress the spindle lock when
starting or during operation.
23. Only use safety equipment that has been approved
by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved
safety equipment may not provide adequate
protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved
and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved
for the specific hazards in the work area.
24. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
25. Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.
26. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
27. Avoid unintentional starting.
Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
28. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in
close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
29. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities, contains chemicals known [to the State
of California] 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.)
30. WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
31. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term
exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent
physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and
shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an
extended period should first be examined by a
doctor and then have regular medical check-ups
to ensure medical problems are not being caused
or worsened from use. Pregnant women or
people who have impaired blood circulation to
the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system
disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should
not use this tool. If you feel any medical or
physical symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
3. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there
is a choice between different processes.
4. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
5. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping
safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.
6. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as
explained in this manual. If any abnormal
vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Miter Saw Safety Warnings (cont.)
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Specifications
Electrical Rating 120V~ / 60Hz / 15A
Motor No Load Speed 3,800 RPM
Max. Accessory Diameter 12"
Arbor 5/8″ Round with 1″ Adapter
Cutting
Capacities
90° Straight 3-1/2″ x 13-3/8″
45° Miter 3-1/2″ x 9-1/2″
45° Straight Bevel 2-1/8″ x 13-3/8″
45° Compound (L/R) 2-1/8″ x 9-1/2″
216045
Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Caution: The use of optical instruments
with this product will increase eye hazard.
LASER LIGHT
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
Max. Output: <1 mW,
Wavelength: 630-670 nm
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
This product complies with
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11
Diode Mfr.: Zhenjiang Bouncer Stone
Electron Co, Ltd, 2F, Guyang Xincun
Uptown 16 Din Mao Rd., Zhenjiang, China
Manufacture Date: ___________, ______
AVOID EXPOSURE
Laser light is emitted
from this opening.
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Setup - Before Use:
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical
outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
Assembly
1. Insert the ends of the Table Extensions into
the holes in the sides of the Base. Tighten the
Wing Screws to hold the Extensions in place.
The upper edge of the Extensions will be level
with the surface of the saw. This provides a
wider base for the work material to rest on.
2. Thread the Miter Knob into the end of the table
above the Miter Lock until securely in place.
3. Slip the Dust Collection Bag over the
Dust Outlet behind the saw.
Mounting
Use the four bolt holes provided in the Base to mount the Miter Saw to a
stable support before use. Mounting hardware not included.
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Functions
Bevel
Angle
Indicator
Dust
Collection
Bag
Slide
Lock Knob
Fence
Trigger
Lock
Trigger
Lock
Trigger
Blade
Lower
Guard
Clamp
Miter Lock
Miter
KnobMiter Scale
Turntable
Table
Extension Kerf Board
Bevel
Lock Knob
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Functions
Description of Selected Functions
Head Lock-down:
2
31
Align pin with
deep groove
to lock cutting head.
2
13
Align pin with
shallow groove
to unlock cutting head.
Guard operation:
When the Handle is lowered, the Lower Guard
raises automatically. When the Handle is raised the
Lower Guard returns to its safety position. Keep hands
clear of the Blade when the Handle is lowered. Do not
interfere with the proper movement of the Lower Guard.
Slide Lock Knob:
Tighten this to prevent the cutting head from
sliding back and forth for chopping cuts.
Loosen this to allow the cutting head to slide.
Note: Additional functions are explained
elsewhere in the manual.
Spindle
Lock
Head
Lock-down
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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
TOOL SET UP
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical
outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD DISABLED,
DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Moving guards must move freely and close instantly.
Replacing the Blade
1. Unplug the tool from its power source.
2. Raise the Lower Guard (133) out
of the way and hold it up.
3. Loosen the Guard Pivot Bolt (193) until it
disengages the Guard Pivot Plate (132).
4. Swing the Guard Pivot Plate up and out of the way.
5. Press in the Spindle Lock (150) on the
back of the saw′s head and hold it in.
Spindle
Lock
Figure A
6. Remove the Spindle Bolt* (77) and
Outer Flange (78), see Figure B.
*IMPORTANT: The Spindle Bolt has a left-handed
thread and removes by turning CLOCKWISE.
Note: Make sure the Inner Flange (81)
stays in place on the Spindle.
Figure B
7. Remove the Blade (80) and Arbor Insert (79).
Place the Arbor Insert into a new Blade and
install the new Blade. Make sure that the Blade's
rotation arrow points in the same direction as
the rotation arrow on the Upper Guard (98).
8. Replace the Outer Flange and Spindle Bolt. Position
the cupped side of the Flange against the blade.
Hold in the Spindle Lock (150) and
wrench tighten the Spindle Bolt by turning it
COUNTERCLOCKWISE. Release the Spindle Lock.
9. Rotate the Guard Pivot Plate (132) back into place,
and secure it with the Guard Pivot Bolt (193).
10. WARNING! Make sure the Lower Guard (133)
operates smoothly and properly protects
from the Blade before using the saw.
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Using the Workpiece Extension Supports
1. The Table Extensions are inserted into each side of
the Table, and locked in place using the Wing Screws.
2. When properly installed, the upper face of the
Table Extensions are level with the Table, and
provide a wider support surface for the workpiece.
3. Support the workpiece to be level with the table,
and so that after the cut is made the cut off pieces
will not fall. Use sawhorses or other supports
(not included) to support longer workpieces.
4. If the workpiece is not level, you will make
an unintentional bevel cut in the material.
If the workpiece is not supported, it will bind
the blade and may cause the material to
kick back, potentially causing injury.
Adjusting the Miter Angle
A miter cut is one that is at an angle across the horizontal surface of the material. 45º miter cuts to join two pieces
in a right angle corner are common. A 30º cut is often used for a scarf joint or to make a chamfered end.
1. Loosen the Miter Knob by turning it
approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
2. Press down the Miter Lock to unlock the Table.
While holding the Miter Lock down,
move the Table to the desired angle.
3. The Miter Angle Indicator will indicate the selected
angle. While the Miter Lock is released, the table will
lock into place at often used miter angles, including
22.5º, 30º, 45º, and 90º on both left and right sides.
4. Tighten the Miter Knob after adjusting the miter angle.
5. With the Table adjusted to the desired angle,
place the workpiece flush against the Fence,
secure it with the Clamp and make the cut.
Adjusting the Bevel Angle
A bevel cut is one that is at an angle vertically. Bevel cuts can be used to miter relatively wide and
thin material. Bevel cuts can be used in combination with a miter cut to form a compound angle.
Compound angle cuts are often used in crown moldings, picture frames and similar trim materials.
1. Loosen the Bevel Lock Knob at the rear of the saw.
2. Move the blade assembly to the desired angle.
Read the angle on the Bevel Indicator.
3. Lock the blade assembly into position by
rotating the Bevel Lock Knob clockwise.
Tighten firmly but do not over-tighten.
4. Make a sample cut in a piece of scrap to
confirm that the bevel angle is correct.
If it is not, correct the angle before cutting.
Bevel
Indicator
Bevel
Lock Knob
Figure C
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Using the Depth Stop
If a kerfing or rabbet cut which does not cut through the workpiece is desired,
use the Depth Stop Bolt to control the depth of the cut.
WARNING! Only adjust the front Bolt. The rear Bolt is used to prevent the Blade from
cutting the table during normal cutting. Do not adjust the rear Depth Bolt.
1. Unlock the Head Lock-down, see page 9.
2. Raise the saw head assembly.
3. Push the Depth Stop to the left to
use the Depth Stop Bolt setting.
4. Pull down on the saw head to
check the current setting.
5. To change the setting, first loosen the knurled
Depth Stop Nut on the Depth Stop Bolt.
Turn the Depth Stop Bolt clockwise to decrease
depth and counterclockwise to increase depth.
Tighten the Depth Stop Nut after adjustment.
6. If needed, push the Depth Stop to the
right to temporarily disable it.
Depth Stop
Bolt (136)
Depth Stop
Nut (137)
Depth
Stop (44)
Figure D
Workpiece and Work Area Set Up
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent injury and distraction.
2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach
the work area without creating a tripping hazard or
exposing the power cord to possible damage. The
power cord must reach the work area with enough
extra length to allow free movement while working.
3. Allow room on both left and right of
saw for extended workpieces.
4. Use a saw table, saw stand or other means to
support the workpiece. Mount the Miter Saw
so that the surface is level to the ground, and
additional supports provide a surface on the
same level as the saw table. If the work surface
and any workpiece supports are not level, and
on the same level, unwanted bevel angles will
appear in the cuts resulting in poor joinery.
5. Secure workpieces to the saw table using the Clamp
or other clamping devices (not included). Securing
the workpiece will provide safety by preventing kick
back and by removing the need to hold workpieces
near the blade by hand. Clamping the workpiece
will also improve cutting accuracy by preventing the
workpiece from moving during the cutting operation.
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General Operating Instructions
DANGER!
MITER SAWS CAN QUICKLY AMPUTATE FINGERS IF MISUSED.
Keep hands well clear of cutting area.
1. Unlock the Head Lock-down, see page 9.
2. Make sure all adjustment knobs are tight (Miter Knob,
Bevel Lock Knob, Fence and Table Extension Knobs).
3. Blow any sawdust or debris away from the Fence.
Place the work material against the Fence.
4. Align the marked location of the cut on
the work material with the saw blade.
Note: To prevent your workpiece from being cut too short,
align the edge of the blade with your measured mark,
keeping the rest of the blade on the waste side of the cut.
5. Hold the work material in place using the Clamp.
Ensure that the work material is level and supported
securely, use saw horses or supports if necessary.
6. Grip the Saw Handle, press one of the Trigger
Locks with your thumb, and squeeze the
Trigger to start the Saw and the laser guide.
Note: If the laser guide line does not line up
with the cut line, release trigger and reposition
workpiece before making the cut.
7.
8. Press down lightly to cut the material.
With narrow material,
press straight down “chopping” the material.
With wide material,
move the Blade across the material while cutting.
Do not bear down on the material, use
light downward pressure. If the material
binds the blade, release the trigger.
9. When the cut is completed, raise the blade
assembly, release the trigger, wait for the
Blade to stop turning, release the Clamp and
remove the work material from the saw.
10. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and
disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then
store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.
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Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical
outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• cracked or broken parts,
• damaged electrical wiring, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
3. WARNING! If the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualified service technician.
Checking and Calibrating the Fence
The Fence holds the workpiece in a fixed position
while the Table and or the blade assembly
are adjusted in a miter or bevel angle.
To make accurate cuts, the Fence must be
perpendicular (at a 90º angle) to the Saw Blade.
1. Before beginning work, make a test cut on
scrap material with the Table set at 90º.
2. Check the cut with an accurate square.
You can also reverse the two pieces, hold the
cut ends together, and hold a good straight
edge along the side of the pieces.
3. If either test reveals that the cut is not a true 90º
angle, adjust the Fence before beginning work.
If Fence needs adjustment:
1. First unplug the tool.
2. Lower the blade assembly and lock it
in place using the Locking Pin.
3. Lay a carpenter’s square on the table with one
edge along the blade and the other along the
Fence. Any inaccuracy should be visible. NOTE:
The square must contact the surface of the
blade, not the teeth, for an accurate reading.
4. The Fence is held in place with bolts at each
end. Loosen the bolts slightly, and gently tap the
Fence into position using a soft mallet. Retighten
the bolts and make another test cut. Repeat the
process until the Fence is adjusted accurately.
5. Once the Fence is accurately adjusted,
tighten the bolts firmly in place. Recheck
one last time, then proceed to work.
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Calibrating the Miter Table Indicator
After checking or adjusting the fence to
confirm that it is at 90º to the Blade, check the
accuracy of the Miter Table Angle Indicator.
1. Loosen the screw holding the Angle Indicator in place.
2. Rotate it until the pointer is exactly on 90º.
3. Retighten the screw.
Calibrating the Bevel Angle
For making accurate cuts, the Saw Blade must
be adjusted to be exactly vertical to the Table.
1. To check the angle, have the blade assembly
in its normal upright position. Make a cut on a
piece of flat sided, fairly thick scrap material.
2. Check the cut with an accurate square.
The cut should be at exactly 90º.
3. Angle can also be checked by rotating one cut-off
piece 180º and holding the cut ends together.
If the cut is not exactly vertical,
the two pieces will form a slight angle.
4. If necessary, the bevel angle can be corrected
by adjusting the Bevel Adjustment Screw on
the right side under the Bevel Locking Lever.
5. Once the bevel angle is adjusted, adjust the Bevel
Angle Indicator to read 0º when the Saw Blade is
in the vertical position. Loosen the screw holding
the Indicator in place, adjust it to be exactly
over the 0º mark, then retighten the screw.
Adjusting or Replacing the Kerf Board
If the Kerf Board becomes damaged it must be replaced.
1. Remove the four screws holding
the Kerf Board in place.
2. Install a new Kerf Board. Replace the four
screws and tighten them slightly.
To adjust the Kerf Board:
1. Lower the Saw Blade and lock it
down with the Locking Pin.
2. Adjust the Kerf Board so the right side of the
Blade slightly clears the edge of the Kerf Board.
3. Loosen the Bevel Lock and set
the Bevel Angle at 45º left.
4. Ensure that the left side of the
Blade clears the Kerf Board.
5. Tighten the four screws holding
the Kerf Board in place.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Tool will not start. 1. No power at outlet.
2. Cord not connected.
1. Check power at outlet.
2. Check that cord is plugged in.
Tool operates
sporadically or
at low power.
1. Low power supply or
improper extension cords.
2. Worn or cracked
Carbon Brushes.
1. Check power supply and power cords.
2. Check Carbon Brushes. Replace if damaged or worn.
Wood burns at
ends when cut.
1. Dirty Blade.
2. Material is binding.
1. Clean Blade using blade cleaner or mineral spirits.
2. Check position of work material on Table. Material must
be flat, flush against Fence and supported on ends.
Material frays
or chips out.
1. Finished side is down.
2. Blade chipped or dull.
3. Blade inappropriate
for material.
4. Material is unsupported.
1. Keep finished side of material up or facing operator.
Bottom and back side are prone to chip out.
2. Check for damaged teeth. Sharpen or replace blade.
3. Check blade manufacturer’s recommendations for
material being cut. For cross cutting hard wood and for
precision cuts use a thin kerf blade with 60 or more teeth.
4. Use a thin piece of scrap material, such as 1/4″
plywood, underneath or behind the material to
support the edges of the material as it is being cut.
Blade binds,
slowing or
stopping saw.
1. Material is misaligned
on the saw or ends
are not supported.
2. Material is wet, contaminated
or inappropriate blade
is being used.
1. Material must be flat on table, flush against the fence and
supported on both ends.
2. Check condition of material and check
compatibility of blade to material.
Blade does not
cut completely
through
workpiece.
1. Depth Stop setting in use.
2. Depth Stop set too shallow.
1. Move Depth Stop to right to disengage.
2. Adjust Depth Stop Bolt for desired depth of cut.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
Parts List and Diagram
Parts List
Part Description Qty
1 Base 1
2 Foot 4
3 M8×55 Bolt 1
4 M5×25 Extension Lock Knob 2
5 M5×10 Cross Pan Head Bolt 15
6 Table Extension 2
7 Table Extension Plate 2
8 M6×20 Wing Screw 5
9 M6 Nut 4
10 Ø6 Flat Washer 10
11 Fence 1
12 Square Washer 2
13 Lock Washer 2
14 Lock Screw 2
15 Fence Extension Lock 2
16 Ø5×15.5 Round Pin 2
17 Ø5×9 Round Pin 4
18 Right Fence Extension 1
19 Left Fence Extension 1
20 M8×20 Cap Screw 2
21 Ø8 Spring Washer 2
22 Ø8 Flat Washer 2
23 Clamp Board 1
24 M5 Nut 1
25 Miter Lock 1
26 Miter Lock Spring 1
27 Miter Knob 1
28 Miter Knob Washer 1
29 M5×35 Cap Screw 1
30 Kerf Board 1
31 M4×8 Cross Pan Head Bolt 8
32 Turntable 1
33 Miter Indicator 1
34 Ø8 Fender Washer 2
35 M8 Nut 2
36 Bevel Scale 1
37 Ø2×4 Rivet 2
Part Description Qty
38 Bevel Hinge 1
39 Lock-down Pin 1
40 Lock-down Spring 1
41 Head Lock-down 1
42 Ø3×16 Spring Round Pin 1
43 M6×10 Cross Pan Head Bolt 4
44 Depth Stop 1
45 Ø8 Wave Washer 2
46 Pan Head Bolt 1
47 Bearing Cover 2
48 M4×10 Cross Pan Head Bolt 1
49 Bevel Angle Indicator 1
50 Turntable Support 1
51 Gear Column 2
52 Angle Block 1
53 M6×16 Non-Standard Screw 1
54 M6×14 Cross Pan Head Bolt 3
55 Ø6 Spring Washer 7
56 M6×10 Cross Bolt 1
57 Connecting Bar Support 1
58 Hinge Pin 1
59 Spring Sleeve 2
60 Torsional Spring 1
61 M10×86 Stud 1
62 M10×50 Stud 1
63 M6×25 Cap Screw 3
64 M6 Nut 3
65 M8×25 Set Screw 1
66 M8 Thin Nut 1
67 Spring 1
68 M6×25 Slide Lock Knob 1
69 Ø10 Flat Washer 2
70 M10 Nut 1
71 Bevel Lock Knob 1
72 Ø45×Ø30×50 Slide Bushing 4
73 Slide Rail 2
74 Ø4 Spring Washer 3
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Part Description Qty
75 Ø4 Flat Washer 1
76 M10 Thin Nut 1
77 M8×18 Left-handed Spindle Bolt 1
78 Outer Flange 1
79 Arbor Insert 1
80 Inner Flange 1
81 Blade 1
82 M5×20 Cross Pan Head Bolt 6
83 Ø5 Spring Washer 8
84 Ø5 Flat Washer 8
85 Gearbox Cover 1
86 Gasket 1
87 6003 Bearing 1
88 Bearing Retainer 1
89 Connecting Bar Screw 1
90 M4×12 Cross Pan Head Bolt 2
91 Spindle 1
92 Flat Key 4×4×8 1
93 Large Gear 1
94 Ø15 Retaining Ring 1
95 Roller Bearing HK1010 2
96 Guard Label 1
97 M6×10 Set Screw 2
98 Upper Guard 1
99 Upper Guard Bushing 1
100 6001 Bearing 1
101 Flat Key 4×4×20 1
102 Gear Shaft 1
103 Brush Holder 2
104 Carbon Brush 2
105 Brush Holder Cap 2
106 M5×35 Cross Pan Head Bolt 4
107 Motor Housing 1
108 Motor Housing Label 1
109 Stator 1
110 ST4.8×65 Cross Screw 2
111 Seal 1
112 6000 Bearing 1
113 Rotor 1
114 6002 Bearing 1
115 Middle Cover 1
116 M8×25 Set Screw 1
117 Small Pulley 1
118 Lower Guard Roller 2
119 Ø5 Retaining Ring 2
120 Lower Guard Washer 1
121 M6×20 Cap Screw 4
122 Dust Bag 1
123 Dust Port 1
124 Connecting Bar 1
125 Power Cord 1
126 M5×40 Cross Pan Head Bolt 2
127 Lower Guard Panel 1
128 Lower Guard Coil Spring 1
129 Lower Guard Washer 1
130 Rubber Stopper 1
131 M6×7 Flat Head Bolt 1
132 Guard Pivot Plate 1
133 Lower Guard 1
134 Turntable Plate 2
Part Description Qty
135 M6×14 Bolt 1
136 M6×35 Bolt 1
137 Depth Adjustment Nut 1
138 Cable Clamp 2
139 Ø6 Flat Washer 1
140 Belt (10PJ560) 1
141 Belt Guard 1
142 M6×16 Cap Screw 3
143 Cover Board 1
144 M6×16 Cap Screw (Left) 1
145 Ø6 Spring Washer (Left) 1
146 Ø6 Thick Flat Washer 1
147 Large Pulley 1
148 Ø28 Retaining Ring 1
149 Spindle Lock Bracket 1
150 Spindle Lock 1
151 Spindle Lock Taper Spring 1
152 ST6×18 Screw 2
153 Handle 1
154 M5×50 Cross Pan Head Bolt 2
155 Upper Handle 1
156 Pin 2
157 Trigger Lock Connector 1
158 Right Trigger Lock 1
159 Left Trigger Lock 1
160 Switch Spring 1
161 Trigger 1
162 Switch 1
163 ST3.9×14 Screw 7
164 ST3.9×10 Screw 2
165 Lower Handle 1
166 Ø5 Teeth Washer 1
167 Terminal 1
168 Cable Clamp 1
169 Grommet 1
170 Slide Rail Cover 1
171 5×40 Roll Pin 2
172 M6 Wing Bolt 1
173 ST4.8×20 Cross Head Screw 1
174 Cable Clamp 2
175 M5×18 Cross Head Bolt 1
176 M5×12 Cross Pan Head Bolt 1
177 Ø5 Spring Washer 1
178 Ø6 Flat Washer 1
179 Clamp Press Plate 1
180 Clamp 1
181 Small Connecting Bar 1
182 M6×20 Wing Screw 1
183 Clamp Locating Bar 1
184 M4×8 Cross Pan Head Bolt 2
185 M4×4 Set Screw 1
186 Laser Seat 1
187 Laser Head 1
188 Wire Clamp 2
189 M4×6 Cross Pan Head Bolt 2
190 Transformer 1
191 ST3.2×6 Cross Screw 2
192 Connector 1
193 M6×10 Guard Pivot Bolt 1
Parts List (cont.)
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Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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