Concept2 Ms100 User manual

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Model / Modèle

MS100

10” Sliding Compound Mitre Saw

Operator’s Manual

(p.2)

Scie à onglets combinée à glissière

de 254

mm/

po.

Guide d’utilisation

(p.8)

Guide d’utilisation

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

When using electric tools, machines or equipment, basic safety

precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of ﬁ re, electric shock,

and personal injury.

READ

ALL

INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.

Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.

Don’t use power tools in damp,

wet, or poorly lit locations. Don’t expose your tool to rain. Keep the work area

well lit. Don’t use tools in the presence of ﬂ ammable gases or liquids.

3. KEEP CHILDREN AND BYSTANDERS AWAY.

All children should be kept

away from the work area. Don’t let them handle machines, tools or extension

cords. Visitors can be a distraction and are difﬁ cult to protect from injury.

4. GROUNDED TOOLS

must be plugged into an outlet that itself is properly

installed and grounded. Grounding provides a low-resistance path to carry

electricity to ground away from the operator, should the tool malfunction electri-

cally. Do not remove the grounding prong from the plug or alter the plug in

any way. If in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded according to

code, check with a qualiﬁ ed electrician.

5. OBSERVE PROPER PRECAUTIONS REGARDING DOUBLE INSULATION.

This tool is double insulated. It is equipped with a polarized plug. One blade

is wider than the other, so it will ﬁ t into a polarized outlet only one way. If you

have difﬁ culty inserting the plug, try reversing it. If it still doesn’t ﬁ t , do not alter

the plug; have a qualiﬁ ed electrician install a polarized outlet.

6. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK.

Prevent body contact with grounded

surfaces: pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures. When your body

is grounded the risk of electric shock increases. When working wherever “live”

electrical wires may be encountered, try to ascertain whether there is a danger

of shock. Even so, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL while

using it. Hold the tool only by the plastic grip to prevent electric shock if you

contact a live wire.

7. DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD.

Never carry your tool by the cord or pull on the

cord to unplug it. Protect the cord from potential sources of damage: heat, oil &

solvents, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.

8. WHEN WORKING OUTDOORS, USE AN OUTDOOR-RATED EXTENSION

CORD.

An extension cord rated for outdoor use must be marked “W-A” or “W”.

9. DO NOT EXPOSE ELECTRICAL POWER TOOLS TO MOISTURE.

Rain or

wet conditions

can cause water to enter the tool and lead to electric shock.

10. ENSURE THE EXTENSION CORD YOU USE IS OF SUFFICIENT GAUGE

FOR ITS LENGTH.

11. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT.

Store

equipment in a dry area to inhibit rust. Equip-

ment also should be in a high location or locked up to keep out of reach of

children.

12. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL.

will do the job better and more safely at the rate

for which it was intended.

13. USE THE RIGHT TOOL.

Don’t force a small tool or attachment to do the work

of a larger industrial tool. Don’t use a tool for a purpose for which it was not

intended.

14. DRESS PROPERLY.

Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be caught in

moving parts. Protective, non-electrically conductive gloves and non-skid foot-

wear are recommended when working. Wear protective hair covering to contain

long hair and keep it from harm.

15. USE EYE PROTECTION.

Use a full-face mask

if the work you’re doing produc-

es metal ﬁ lings, dust or wood chips.

Goggles are acceptable in other situations.

Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords

Amps from Tool Nameplate 25’ length 50’ length 75’ length 100’ length 150’ length 200’ length

0-5 amps

16 ga. 16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 12 ga.

5.1-8 amps

16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use

8.1-12 amps

14 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use

12.1-15 amps

12 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use

15.1-20 amps

10 ga. 10 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use Do Not Use

Amps from Tool Nameplate 25’ length 50’ length 75’ length 100’ length 150’ length 200’ length

16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use

14 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use

12 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use

10 ga. 10 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use Do Not Use

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Wear a clean dust mask if the work involves creating a lot of ﬁ ne or coarse

dust.

16. SECURE WORK.

Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It’s safer than using

your hands and it frees both hands to operate the tool.

17. DON’T OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not

reach over or across machines that are running.

18. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.

Keep tools sharp and clean for better and

safer performance. Follow instructions for safe performance. Follow instructions

for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean and free from

oil and grease.

19. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.

Be sure the switch is in the

OFF

position

before plugging in.

20. ALWAYS CHECK AND MAKE SURE TO REMOVE ANY ADJUSTING KEYS

OR WRENCHES

before turning the tool on. Left attached, these parts can ﬂ y

off a rotating part and result in personal injury.

21. DO NOT USE THE TOOL IF IT CANNOT BE SWITCHED ON OR OFF.

Have

your tool repaired before using it.

22. DISCONNNECT THE PLUG FROM POWER BEFORE MAKING ANY AD-

JUSTMENTS.

Changing attachments or accessories can be dangerous if the

tool could accidentally start.

23. STAY ALERT.

Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don’t operate

any tool when you are tired.

24. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.

Before using this tool, any part that is dam-

aged 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, mountings, and other conditions that may

affect its operation. Inspect screws and tighten any ones that are loose. Any

part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized

service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the instruction manual.

Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. Don’t use

the tool if switch does not turn it on and off properly.

25. REPLACEMENT PARTS.

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

26. SERVICE AND REPAIRS

should be made by qualiﬁ ed repair technicians at an

authorized repair centre. Improperly repaired tools could cause serious shock

or injury

1. WOOD ONLY.

The MS100 is designed for woodcutting only.

2. DAMAGED OR WARPED SAW BLADES

should not be used. They are out

of balance and could cause further damage to the saw and possible personal

injury.

3. USE ONLY WITH GUARD IN PLACE.

The guard protects you the operator

from cutting debris as well as from broken pieces of the blade should it break in

use.

4. REPLACE THE TABLE INSERT WHEN WORN.

Excessive tear-out increases

the likelihood of injury from ﬂ ying debris. When setting the saw at a new angle,

check that due to some mis-alignment, the blade does not cut into the table

insert, rear fence, or another part of your saw.

5. ALWAYS USE THE BLADE WRENCH

to tighten the saw blade onto the arbor.

6. CONNECT YOUR MITRE SAW TO A DUST COLLECTING DEVICE

if possible.

If not, use the dust bag that comes with the tool and empty it regularly.

7. USE A SAWBLADE SUITED TO THE CUTTING JOB AND MATERIAL TO BE

CUT.

8. ALWAYS USE TABLE EXTENSIONS AND CLAMPS

to support the material

when sawing long work pieces.

9. CUT ONLY WHILE SLIDING THE CUTTING HEAD FROM FRONT TO BACK.

The material should be placed ﬁ rmly against the fence and table. The turning

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR MS100

SLIDING COMPOUND MITRE SAW

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of the saw blade should force it down against the table and rearward against

the fence during the cut. Cutting in the other direction, pulling the cutting head

and blade towards you during the cut may cause the blade to climb on top of

the workpiece and create a kickback. When this happens, the cutting head

may jump out of your hand or the workpiece ﬂ y loose and cause serious injury.

10. DO NOT START THE SAW WITH THE BLADE IN CONTACT WITH ANY

SURFACE.

This may cause the saw to bounce or kick back violently and could

cause injury.

11. IF MAKING A CUT USING ONE HAND TO HOLD THE SAW,

ensure the free

hand is clear of the cutting area.

SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120 volts AC, 60Hz.

Current rating: 15 amps

4600 rpm, no-load speed

Electronic brake

10” (255mm) carbide tipped saw blade

5/8” (16mm) arbor

Bevel cuts up to 45° left

Mitre cuts up to 45° left & 50° right with detents at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°, & 45° left and

right

Included: Blade wrench, Dust bag, Hold-down clamp, Table extensions

ASSEMBLY

REMOVE ALL THE PARTS FROM THE BOX

Your Concept MS100 Sliding Compound Mitre Saw is fully assembled in the carton

with the exception of the table extensions and some small accessories.



To disengage the cutting head from its shipping and storage position, push

down lightly on it and pull out the spring-loaded locking button on the right side

behind the motor. Turn it a quarter turn until the pin in the shaft rests in the

small groove to hold the button out.



To unlock the sliding action, partly unscrew the small knob on left side of the

fence.



To unlock the table rotation, unscrew the large knob on the right side of the

fence.



To unlock the head angle (bevel) adjustment, loosen the lever at rear of the

saw. Lock it when the blade is tilted at the desired angle.



To lower the head of the saw to the material, raise the blade guard by pressing

down with your thumb on the lever to the left of the handle.

MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE BLADE

CAUTION!

Be sure the saw is disconnected from power!

1. Unscrew the left screw on the movable guard arm and rotate it with the guard

until it exposes the saw blade arbor screw.

2. Engage the spindle lock by pressing the pin located between the handle and the

ﬁ xed guard, behind the lever for raising the movable guard. (

CAUTION:

Never

press the spindle lock pin while the saw is running!) Using protective gloves,

rotate the blade by hand while pressing the pin until it engages a slot in the

arbor.

3. While holding the spindle lock pin in, and using the supplied wrench, unscrew

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR MS100

SLIDING COMPOUND MITRE SAW

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the arbor screw, remove the outside saw blade ﬂ ange, and the saw blade.

4. Be sure that when mounting the new saw blade, the direction arrows on the

blade correspond with the arrow on the guard.

5. Apply the above procedure in reverse. Before re-attaching the guard and arm,

check that the blade is tight.

6. Re-fasten the arm to the ﬁ xed guard with the screw.

OPERATING PROCEDURES

START UP

This tool is ideal for repetitive cuts on large pieces.

1. Check to ensure everything is correctly attached, screws are fastened, and all

adjusting keys and wrenches are removed.

2. Connect the saw to power.

3. Unlock the saw from its various storage and shipping positions.

4. Squeezing the trigger switch in the handle will start the saw with the cutting head

in the raised position and the blade fully enclosed in the guard.

5. To begin cutting, lower the cutting head .

6. After cutting, allow the head to come back up. The guard will close automati-

cally.

7. The saw will stop when you release the trigger switch in the handle.

USING YOUR SAW

After unpacking, reading the instructions, attaching the machine to the workbench,

and checking that all attachments are correctly installed, you can use your saw.



Be sure to wear appropriate protective equipment.



For your safety, remove chips, small pieces, etc. from the table top before opera-

tion.

MODES OF USE:

Chop cut:

The sliding head is moved to the rear as far as possible and locked in place. The

head is locked in the upright position. The table rotation is locked at 0°.

This is a good setting for simple crosscuts of smaller pieces (up to 5-1/2” - 140mm

wide and 3” - 75mm thick).

Mitre cut:

The sliding head is moved to the rear as far as possible and locked in place. The

head is locked in the upright position. Unlock and move the table rotation to the left

or right up to 45° left & 50° right. The table will stop at detents at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°,

& 45° left and right. Use the knob to lock the table at the desired angle.

This is a good setting for simple angle cuts of smaller pieces (up to 5-1/2” - 140mm

wide, depending on the angle and 3” - 75mm thick).

Compound cut:

The sliding head is moved to the rear as far as possible and locked in place. Unlock

and move the table rotation to the left or right as in mitre cuts above. Using the lever

at the back of the saw, unlock the head and angled it to any position from 0° – 45°

left, then lock it in place.

This is setting is for the more complex beveled angle cuts of smaller pieces (up to

5-1/2” - 140mm wide, depending on the angle and up to 2-15/16” - 75mm thick,

depending on the bevel).

Note

: at extreme positions, the hold-down clamp should be moved to the right side

of the table to prevent it interfering with the movement of the cutting head. Always

check before making the cut if there is any potential interference from the clamp or

any other part of the machine.

Sliding cut:

You can extend the cuts above to larger pieces (up to 12” - 305mm wide and

ASSEMBLY

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4-5/8” – 120mm high on right angle cuts) by unlocking the sliding head and cutting

while sliding the head from the front to the back.

Note

: at extreme positions, the hold-down clamp should be moved to the right side

of the table to prevent it interfering with the movement of the cutting head. Always

check before making the cut if there is any potential interference from the clamp or

any other part of the machine.

NOTE:

Even though the angles are marked on the machine, it is always a good

idea to check them by making a trial cut.



Inspect the cord regularly and have it replaced by an authorized repair facility if it

is damaged



Check the brushes occasionally (after about 50 hours of use) and replace if

worn. Unplug the tool. The brushes can be replaced by removing the motor

back cap. The brushes and their springs could jump out of the holders- be care-

ful not to lose them. Inspect the brushes. If the contact surface is not smooth,

or it is worn, or heavily used, replace both brushes. Insert the new brushes and

springs in their holders and re-fasten the cap.



The two piece plastic table insert should be replaced if damaged to reduce the

risk of chips lodging in the slot and catching in the blade.



Keep the vents clear of dust and debris. This will help prevent possible electrical

shorts and ensure proper cooling.



Keep the tool housing and handle clean and free of oil and grease using mild

soap and a damp (not wet) cloth.



Lubrication is done at the factory and with the exception of the slide bearing,

should not be necessary again under normal use.



An authorized repair centre should do any repairs, modiﬁ cation, or maintenance

that involve disassembling the saw.



Any damage to the tool should be corrected at an authorized repair centre.

WARRANTY

All products distributed by Airco Superior are warranted against manufacturers’ faults

and defects for a period of one year from the date of purchase by the end user. The

Company will REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT ITS OWN OPTION, merchandise deemed

by the company to be defective, provided that is has not been misused, abused,

altered, or repaired by anyone other than an authorized repair centre. Retain proof

of purchase. Return the defective product to the place of purchase.

This warranty does not extend to parts deemed consumables, such as brad and

staple gun driver blades, grinding discs, electric motor brushes, welding contact tips,

etc. All warranty claims must have prior authorization and must be shipped prepaid

to the Richmond, BC or Mississauga, ON warehouses, or to an authorized repair

depot, accompanied by a copy of the invoice specifying the date that the item was

sold to the end user. You should take any tool with a problem back to where you

purchased it, accompanied by your receipt.

Call toll-free: 1 888 267 7713

OPERATING PROCEDURES

MAINTENANCE

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PARTS LIST

PART No. DESCRIPTION

MS100-1 Table extension

MS100-2 Rubber foot

MS100-3 Base

MS100-4 Screw

MS100-5 Butterﬂ y screw

MS100-6 Table steel ﬂ ake

MS100-7 Scale

MS100-8 Rivet

MS100-9 Table washer

MS100-10 Lock washer

MS100-11 Pan hd screw

MS100-12 Steel ball

MS100-13 Spring

MS100-14 Cap

MS100-15 Screw

MS100-16 Pan hd screw

MS100-17 Rubber circle

MS100-18 Pan hd screw

MS100-19 Hex hd screw

MS100-20 Small guide stem

MS100-21 Bearing

MS100-22 Slideway

MS100-23 Pan hd screw

MS100-24 Flat washer

MS100-25 Rubber base

MS100-26 Handle

MS100-27 Flange

MS100-28 Ring

MS100-29 Pan hd screw

MS100-30 Screw

MS100-31 Kerf board

MS100-32 Pan hd screw

MS100-33 Pointer

MS100-34 Rotating table

MS100-35 Fence

MS100-36 Flat washer

MS100-37 Lock nut

MS100-38 Rail lock

MS100-39 Lock washer

MS100-40 Hex soc hd screw

MS100-41 Knob

MS100-42 Butterﬂ y screw

MS100-43 Clamp

MS100-44 Rail

MS100-45 Wiper

MS100-46 Wiper cover

MS100-47 Lock washer

MS100-48 Pan hd screw

MS100-49 Rubber ring

MS100-50 Lock button

MS100-51 Spring

MS100-52 Hex soc hd screw

MS100-53 Nut

MS100-54 Hex hd screw

MS100-55 Bracket

MS100-56 Pivot shaft

MS100-57 Direction board

MS100-58 Pointer

MS100-59 Split pin

MS100-60 Slide bar seat

MS100-61 Screw

MS100-62 Flat washer

MS100-63 Adjusting handle

MS100-64 Nut

MS100-65 Mitre scale

MS100-66 Spring post

MS100-67 Spring stand

MS100-68 Compression spring

Please refer to the schematic drawing on page 15

PART No. DESCRIPTION

MS100-69 Bafﬂ e

MS100-70 Plate

MS100-71 Plate

MS100-72 Screw

MS100-73 Screw

MS100-74 Spring

MS100-75 Lower guard

MS100-76 Flat washer

MS100-77 Pan hd screw

MS100-78 Screw

MS100-79 Screw

MS100-80 Link

MS100-81 Socket wrench

MS100-82 Screw

MS100-83 Outer ﬂ ange

MS100-84 Saw blade

MS100-85 Ring

MS100-86 Inner ﬂ ange

MS100-87 Bearing

MS100-88 Arbor

MS100-89 Woodruff key

MS100-90 Bearing

MS100-91 Bearing housing

MS100-92 Gear

MS100-93 Ext. Retainer ring

MS100-94 Bearing

MS100-95 Upper guard

MS100-96 Compression spring

MS100-97 Rubber

MS100-98 Locking ring

MS100-99 Bearing

MS100-100 Armature

MS100-101 Carbon brush

MS100-102 Bearing

MS100-103 Fan bafﬂ e

MS100-104 Screw

MS100-105 Stator

MS100-106 Wire

MS100-107 Shield lock shelf

MS100-108 Screw

MS100-109 Fixed shield

MS100-110 Spring

MS100-111 Ext ret ring

MS100-112 Rubber jacket

MS100-113 Locking pin

MS100-114 Label

MS100-115 Hex hd screw

MS100-116 Dust chute

MS100-117 Dust bag

MS100-118 Flat washer

MS100-119 Lock washer

MS100-120 Pan hd screw

MS100-121 Brush cap

MS100-122 Brush holder

MS100-123 Motor housing

MS100-124 Spec label

MS100-125 Handle

MS100-126 Capacitor

MS100-127 Inductor

MS100-128 Switch

MS100-129 Cable clamp

MS100-130 Screw

MS100-131 Cable jacket

MS100-132 Cord

MS100-133 Handle mount

MS100-134 Carry handle

MS100-135 Screw

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AVERTISSEMENT :

Durant l’usage des outils électriques, des machines et de

l’équipement, des précautions de sécurité de base devraient toujours être ob-

servées pour réduire le risque d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures

corporelles.

LIRE

TOUTES

LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER CET OUTIL.

1. CONSERVEZ L’AIRE DE TRAVAIL PROPRE.

Le désordre invite les bles-

sures.

2. SOYEZ CONSCIENT DE VOTRE ENVIRONNEMENT DE TRAVAIL.

Ne pas

utiliser les outils motorisés dans des endroits humides, mouillés ou insufﬁ sam-

ment éclairés. Ne pas exposer vos outils à la pluie. Conservez l’aire de travail

bien éclairée. Ne pas utiliser les outils en présence de gaz ou de liquides

inﬂ ammables.

3. CONSERVEZ LES ENFANTS ET LES SPECTATEURS À L’ÉCART.

Tous les

enfants doivent être tenus à l’écart de l’aire de travail. Ne leur permettez pas

de toucher les machines, les outils ou les cordes de rallonge. Les visiteurs

peuvent causer une distraction et on doit les protéger contre les blessures

corporelles.

4. LES OUTILS MIS À LA TERRE

corporelles.

4. LES OUTILS MIS À LA TERRE

corporelles.

doivent être branchés dans une prise qui elle-

même a été installée et mise à la terre adéquatement. Si l’outil avait un prob-

lème électrique, la mise à la terre offre un cheminement de faible résistance

transportant l’électricité à la mise à la terre loin de l’opérateur. Ne jamais

enlever la broche de mise à la terre ou modiﬁ er la ﬁ che. En cas de doute quant

à l’installation appropriée de la mise à la terre, consultez avec un électricien

qualiﬁ é.

5. PRENEZ LES PRÉCAUTIONS APPROPRIÉES CONCERNANT

qualiﬁ é.

5. PRENEZ LES PRÉCAUTIONS APPROPRIÉES CONCERNANT

qualiﬁ é.

L’ISOLATION DOUBLE.

Cet outil est doublement isolé. Il est équipé d’une

ﬁ che polarisée. Une lamelle de la ﬁ che est plus large que l’autre et elle ne

s’adaptera à une prise de courant polarisée que d’une seule façon. Si vous

éprouvez des difﬁ cultés pour insérer la ﬁ che, inversez-la. Si elle ne s’adapte

toujours pas, ne pas tenter de modiﬁ er la ﬁ che. Demandez à un électricien