Craftsman 137.186290 User manual

Operator's Manual
12 iN. DUAL BEVEL SLiDiNG
COMPOUND MITER SAW WiTH
LASER TRAC ®
Model No. 137.186290
C US
CAUTION:
Before using this Miter Saw,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
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SECTION PAGE
Warranty ................................................................................................... 2
Product Specifications .............................................................................. 3
Symbols ..................................................................................................... 4
Power Tool Safety .................................................................................... 5
Compound Miter Saw Safety .................................................................... 7
Electrical Requirements and Safety .......................................................... 9
Accessories and Attachments ................................................................... 11
Tools Needed for Assembly ...................................................................... 12
Carton Contents ........................................................................................ 13
Know Your Compound Miter Saw ............................................................. 14
Glossary of Terms ..................................................................................... 15
Assembly ................................................................................................. 17
Adjustments .............................................................................................. 22
Operation .................................................................................................. 28
Maintenance ............................................................................................. 41
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................. 43
Parts List ................................................................................................... 45
Repair Protection Agreements .................................................................. 50
CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against
any defects in material or workmanship. A defective product will receive free
repair or replacement if repair is unavailable.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the
web site: www.craftsman.com
This warranty does not cover the blade, which is an expendable part that can
wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
,_k 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:
o Lead from lead-based paints,
o Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
o 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 chemical: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those
2012/05

Motor:
Power Source ........................................... 120V AC, 60 Hz, 15 Amp
Speed ....................................................... 4200 RPM (No load)
Brake ........................................................ Electric
Double insulated ....................................... Yes
Motor Arbor Shaft Size .............................. 5/8 in.
Blade Size:
Diameter ....................................................
Arbor size .................................................
Rotating Table:
Diameter ....................................................
Miter Detent Stops ....................................
Bevel Positive Stops .................................
Cutting Capacity:
12 in.
1 in. w/a 5/8 in. reducer
12-15/16 in.
0, 15, 22.5, 31.6, 45° Right & Left,
60° Right
0, 33.9, 45 ° Right & Left
Crosscut ................................................... 4 in. x 12-1/4 in.
Miter 45 ° Left ........................................... 4 in. x 8-3/4 in.
Miter 60° Right ........................................... 4 in. x 6-1/4 in.
Bevel 45 ° Left ............................................ 2-3/16 in. x 12-1/4 in.
Bevel 45 ° Right .......................................... 1-9/16 in. x 12-1/4 in.
45° Miter and 45° Bevel Left ..................... 2-3/16 in. x 8-3/4 in.
45° Miter and 45° Bevel Right ................... 1-9/16 in. x 8-3/4 in.
Crown Moulding Nested ............................ 6-5/8 in.
Base Moulding Against Fence ................... 4-1/4 in.
i,i_ WARNING i
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper
circuit protection. This tool is wired at the factory for 110-120 Volt operation.
It must be connected to a 110=120 Volt /15 Ampere time delay fuse or circuit
breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn,
cut or damaged in any way. Before using your tool, it is critical that you read
and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules could result
in serious injury to you or damage to the tool.

WARNING iCONS
Your power tool and its Operator's Manual may contain "WARNING iCONS"
(a picture symbol intended to alert you to, and/or instruct you how to avoid,
apotentially hazardous condition). Understanding and heeding these
symbols will help you operate your tool better and safer. Shown below are
some of the symbols you may see.
SAFETY ALERT: Precautions that involve your safety.
PROHiBiTiON
WEAR EYE PROTECTION: Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields.
WEAR RESPIRATORY AND HEARING PROTECTION: Always wear
respiratory and hearing protection.
READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR'S MANUAL: To reduce
the risk of injury, user and all bystanders must read and understand
Operator's manual before using this product.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE: Failure to keep your hands
away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.
SUPPORT AND CLAMP WORK
[,A DANGER i
i_ WARNING 1
IA CAUTION]
DANGER: indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which.
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
I CAUTION i CAUTION: used without the safety alert symbol indicates
a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.

GENERALSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
BEFOREUSINGTHISPOWERTOOL
Safetyisacombinationofcommon
sense,stayingalertandknowinghow
touseyourpowertool.
CAUTION
To avoid mistakes that could cause
serious injury, do not plug the tool in
until you have read and understood
the following.
1. READ and become familiar
with the entire Operator's
Manual. LEARN the tool's
application, limitations and
possible hazards.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in
working order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS
AND WRENCHES. Form the habit
of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed
from the tool before turning ON.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
.DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use
power tools in damp locations, or
expose them to rain or snow. Keep
work area well lit.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All
visitors and bystanders should be
kept a safe distance from work area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF
with padlocks, master switches or by
removing starter keys.
8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will
do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not
force the tool or an attachment to do
a job for which it was not designed.
10.USE PROPER EXTENSION
CORDS. 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 result in a drop
in line voltage and in loss of power
which will cause the tool to overheat.
The table on page 10 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.
11.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.
12. ,SP_L ALWAYS WEAR EYE
UPROTECTION. Any power
tool can throw foreign
objects into the eyes and
could cause permanent eye damage.
ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles
(not glasses) that comply with ANSI
Safety standard Z87.1. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses. They ARE NOT
safety glasses. Safety Goggles are
available at Sears. NOTE: Glasses
or goggles not in compliance with
ANSI Z87.1 could seriously injure
you when they break.
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13. WEAR A FACE MASK
OR DUST MASK. Sawing
operation produces dust.
14. SECURE WORK. Use
clamps or a vise to hold
work when practical. It
is safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL
RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
THE POWER "OFF". Do not walk
away from a running tool until the
blade comes to a complete stop
and the tool is unplugged from the
power source.
1&DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM
POWER SOURCE before servicing,
and when changing accessories
such as blades, bits and cutters.
16.REDUCE THE RISK OF
UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in the OFF
position before plugging the tool in.
17.USE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES. Consult this
Operator's Manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury
to yourself or others.
18.NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the
tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
19.CHECK FOR 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
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep
proper footing and balance at all
times.
NEVER reach your hand or arm
across the path of the cutting blade.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
WARNING: Dust generated from
certain materials can be hazardous
to your health. Always operate saw
in well-ventilated area and provide
for proper dust removal.
{_ DANGER i
People with electronic devices,
such as 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.

SPECiFiCSAFETYiNSTRUCTiONS
FOR THiS COMPOUND MITER SAW
.DO NOT operate the miter saw
until it is completely assembled
and installed according to these
instructions.
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iF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly
familiar with the operation of miter
saws, seek guidance from your
supervisor, instructor or other
qualified person.
ALWAYS hold the work firmly
against the fence and table.
DO NOT perform any operation
free hand (use clamp wherever
possible).
KEEP HANDS out of the path of the
saw blade. If the workpiece you are
cutting would cause your hands to
be within 8-3/4 in. of the saw blade,
the workpiece should be clamped in
place before making the cut.
BE SURE the blade is sharp, runs
freely and is free of vibration.
ALLOW the motor to come up to full
speed before starting a cut.
KEEP THE MOTOR AiR SLOTS
CLEAN and free of chips or dust.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles
are tight before cutting, even if the
table is positioned in one of the
positive stops.
9. BE SURE both the blade and the
collar are clean and the arbor bolt is
tightened securely.
10.USE only blade collars specified for
your saw.
11.NEVER use blades larger in
diameter than 12 inches.
12.NEVER apply lubricants to the
blade when it is running.
13.ALWAYS check the blade for
cracks or damage before operation.
Replace a cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
14.NEVER use blades recommended
for operation at less than 4200 RPM.
15.ALWAYS keep the blade guards in
place and use at all times.
16.NEVER reach around the saw
blade.
17.MAKE SURE the blade is not
contacting the workpiece before the
switch is turned ON.
1&iMPORTANT: After completing the
cut, release the trigger and wait for
the blade to stop before returning
the saw to the raised position.
1&MAKE SURE the blade has come
to a complete stop before removing
or securing the workpiece, changing
the workpiece angle or changing the
angle of the blade.
20.NEVER cut metals or masonry
products with this tool. This miter
saw is designed for use on wood
and wood-like products.
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21 .NEVER cut small pieces. If the
workpiece being cut would cause
your hand or fingers to be within
8-3/4 in. of the saw blade the
workpiece is too small.
22.PROVIDE adequate support to the
sides of the saw table for long work
pieces.
23.NEVER use the miter saw in an
area with flammable liquids or
gases.
24.NEVER use solvents to clean plastic
parts. Solvents could possibly
dissolve or otherwise damage the
material.
25.SHUT OFF the power before
servicing or adjusting the tool.
26.DISCONNECT the saw from
the power source and clean the
machine when finished using.
27.MAKE SURE the work area is clean
before leaving the machine.
28.SHOULD any part of your miter saw
be missing, damaged, or fail in any
way, or any electrical component fail
to perform properly, lock the switch
and remove the plug from the power
supply outlet. Replace missing,
damaged, or failed parts before
resuming operation.
29.Because of the downward cutting
motion, your safety requires that
you stay very alert to keeping hands
and fingers away from the path that
the blade travels.
30.Be sure all guards are in place
and working. If a guard seems
slow to return to its normal position
or "hangs-up", adjust or repair it
immediately. Be alert at all times
- especially during repetitive,
monotonous operations. Don't be
lulled into carelessness due to a
false sense of security. Blades
are extremely unforgiving. Clean
the lower guard frequently to help
visibility and movement. Unplug
before adjustment or cleaning.
31.Abrasive cut-off wheels should
not be used on miter saws. Miter
saw guards are not appropriate for
abrasive cut-off wheels.
32.To avoid loss of control or placing
hands in the path of the blade,
hold or clamp all material securely
against the fence when cutting. Do
not perform operations freehand.
33.Support long material at the same
height as the saw table.
34.After completing a cut, release the
trigger switch and allow the blade to
come to a complete stop, then raise
the saw blade from the workpiece
35.Lock the miter saw head in the
down position during transport or
when not in use.
36.DRY RUN - It is important to know
where the blade will intersect with the
workpiece during cutting operations.
Always perform a simulated cutting
sequence with the power tool switched
OFF to gain an understanding of the
projected path of the saw blade. At
some extreme angles, the right or left
side fence might have to be removed
to ensure proper clearance prior to
making a cut.

POWERSUPPLYAND MOTOR
SPECiFiCATiONS
The AC motor used in this saw is
a universal, nonreversible type.
See "MOTOR" in the "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" section on page 3.
[,,d_WARNING]
To avoid electrical hazards, fire
hazards, or damage to the tool,
use proper circuit protection. Your
saw is wired at the factory for 120V
operation. Connect to a 120V, 15A
circuit and use a 15A time delay
fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid
shock or fire, if power cord is worn
or cut, or damaged in any way, have
it replaced immediately.
DOUBLE iNSULATED []
The power tool is double insulated to
provide a double thickness of insulation
between you and tool's electrical
system. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor
components with protecting insulation.
Replacement parts - When servicing,
use only identical replacement parts.
Polarized plugs - This saw has a plug
that looks like the one shown below:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
this saw 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.
[,_k WARNING]
Double insulation does not take the
place of normal safety precautions
when operating this tool.
To avoid electrocution:
1. Use only identical replacement parts
when servicing a tool with double
insulation. Servicing should be
performed by a qualified technician.
2. Do not use power tools in wet or
damp locations or expose them to
rain or snow.
MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION
iMPORTANT
To avoid motor damage, the motor
should be blown out or vacuumed
frequently to keep sawdust from
interfering with the motor ventilation.
1. Connect this saw to a 120V circuit.
This circuit must not be less than a
#12 wire with a 20A time lag fuse or
a #14 wire with a 15A time lag fuse.
NOTE: When using an extension
cord on a circuit with a #14 wire, the
extension cord must not exceed 25
feet in length.
2. If the motor will not start, release
the trigger switch immediately.
UNPLUG THE SAW. Check the
saw blade to make sure it turns
freely. If the blade is free, try to
start the saw again. If the motor
still does not start, refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.
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3. If the tool suddenly stalls while
cutting wood, release the trigger
switch, unplug the tool and free the
blade from the wood. The saw may
now be started and the cut finished.
4. FUSES may "blow" or circuit
breakers may trip frequently if:
a. MOTOR is overloaded -
overloading can occur if you feed
too rapidly or make too many
start/stops in a short time.
b. LINE VOLTAGE is more
than 10% above or below the
nameplate voltage rating. For
heavy loads, the voltage at motor
terminals must equal the voltage
specified on the nameplate.
c. IMPROPER or dull saw blades
are used.
5. Most motor troubles may be traced
to loose or incorrect connections,
overload, low voltage or inadequate
power supply wiring. Always check
the connections, the load and
supply circuit if the motor doesn't
run well. Check minimum gauge for
the length of cord you are using on
the chart below.
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION
CORDS
Use a 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. The
table below 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.
Be sure your extension cord is
properly wired and in good condition.
Always replace a damaged extension
cord or have it repaired by a qualified
person before using it. Protect your
extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for
your tools. This circuit must not be
less than a #12 wire with a 20A time lag
fuse or a #14 wire with a 15A time lag
fuse. NOTE: When using an extension
cord on a circuit with a #14 wire, the
extension cord must not exceed 25 feet
in length. Before connecting the tool to
the power line, make sure the switch
is in the OFF position and the electric
current is rated the same as the current
stamped on the motor nameplate,
running at a lower voltage will damage
the motor.
(When using 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating Total length of Cord
MoreThan Not More Than 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft.
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 !18 16 14 12
10 j_ [_6 _6 !4 !2
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CAUTION: In all cases make certain
the receptacle in question is
properly grounded. If you are not
sure, have a certified electrician
check the receptacle.

RECOMMENDEDACCESSORIES
i_ WARNING]
eUse only accessories
recommended for this miter saw.
Follow instructions that accompany
accessories. Use of improper
accessories may cause hazards.
o The use of any cutting tool
except 12 in. saw blades which
meet the requirements under
recommended accessories
is prohibited. Do not use
accessories such as shaper
cutters or dado sets. Ferrous
metal cutting and the use of
abrasive wheels is prohibited.
• Do not attempt to modify this
tool or create accessories not
recommended for use with this
tool. Any such alteration or
modification is misuse and could
result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious injury.
WAFININGI
Read warnings and conditions on
your CARBIDE TIPPED SAW BLADE.
Do not operate the saw without the
proper saw blade guard in place.
Carbide is a very hard but brittle
material. Care should be taken while
mounting, using, and storing carbide
tipped blades to prevent accidental
damage. Slight shocks, such as
striking the tip while handling, can
seriously damage the blade. Foreign
objects in the workpiece, such as
wire or nails, can also cause tips
to crack or break off. Before using,
always visually examine the blade
and tips for bent blade, cracks,
breakage, missing or loose tips, or
other damage. Do not use if damage
is suspected. Failure to heed safety
instructions and warnings can result
in serious bodily injury.
ACCESSORIES
Visit a Craftsman Hardware
Department or see the Craftsman
Power and Hand Tool Catalog to
purchase recommended accessories
for this power tool.
AkWARNINGI
To avoid the risk of personal injury,
do not modify this power tool or use
accessories that are not Craftsman
recommended.

Supplied Not supplied
Blade Wrench Adjustable Wrench
5 mm Hex Wrench
Phillips Screwdriver
Slotted Screwdriver
Combination Square
COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE
Should not gap or overlap when square is flipped over (see dotted figure).
Draw light line on
board along this edge. Straight edge or a 3/4 in. board, this
edge must be perfectly straight.
Should not gap or overlap when square
flipped over (see dotted figure).

UNPACKINGYOUR MITER SAW
{,A WARNING j
To avoid injury from unexpected
starting or electrical shock, do not
plug the power cord into a source
of power during unpacking and
assembly. This cord must remain
unplugged whenever you are
working on the saw.
1. Remove the miter saw from the
carton.
IMPORTANT: Do not lift miter saw
by the trigger switch handle. It may
cause misalignment. Lift machine by
the built-in carry handle.
2. Place the saw on a secure stationary
work surface.
3. Separate all parts from the packing
material. Check each one with the
illustration to make certain all items
are accounted for, before discarding
any packing material.
l_ WARNING 1
If any part is missing or damaged,
do not attempt to assemble the
miter saw, or plug in the power cord
until the missing or damaged part is
correctly replaced. To avoid electric
shock, use only identical replacement
parts when servicing double insulated
tools. Call 1-800=4-MY-HOME efor
replacement parts.
Operator's Manual
Hold-down Clamp
Dust Port Elbow Hold-down Clamp
Lock Knobs
Dust Bag Blade Wrench Miter Handle

Built-inCarryHandle
(Liftunithere)_ Motor Built-inCarryHandle
(Liftunithere) ON/OFF
TriggerSwitch
Hold-downClamp
SlidingFence 4>
TriggerSwitch
HandleBlade
Guard
MiterHandle
Stop
LeftTableExtension Table Up-frontBevel
LockHandle PositiveStop
LockingLever
SafetyLock-offButton
LaserTracGuide
Blade........
BeltCover
LockStopLatch
SlideCarriage
LockKnob
BevelScale
_Bevel DetentPin
Mounting
Base RightExtension
TableInse ,; Table
PositiveMiter
Quick-camMiterLockDetents --.ExtensionTable
LockKnob

AMPERAGE(AMPS)- Ameasure
oftheflowofelectriccurrent.Higher
ratingsgenerallymeansthetoolis
suitedforheavieruse.
ARBORLOCK- Allowstheuserto
keepthebladefromrotatingwhile
tighteningorlooseningthearborbolt
duringbladereplacementorremoval.
BASE- Supportsthetable,holds
accessoriesandallowsforworkbench
orlegsetmounting.
BEVELLOCKINGHANDLE- Locks
themitersawatadesiredbevelangle.
BEVELSCALE- Tomeasurethe
bevelangleofthesawblade0°to45°
leftandright.
CARBIDETIPPED- Extremelyhard
steelpieceswithsharpcuttingedges
fastenedtocuttingtoolssuchassaw
blades.
COVERPLATESCREW- Loosenthis
screwandrotatetheplateforaccessto
thebladearborbolt.
DOUBLE-INSULATED- Aformof
electricalprotectionfeaturingtwo
separateinsulationsystemstohelp
protectagainstelectricalshock.
EXTENSIONCORD- Anelectriccord
usedbetweenpowertoolsandoutletsto
extendtherangeofthetools.Themore
amerageyourtooluses,thelongerthe
distance,thelargerthesizeofthewire
neededinyourextensioncord.
requirementsofANSIZ.87.1(USA)or
CSAZ94.3-M88(Canada).
FACESHIELD- Animpactresistant
shieldthathelpstoprotectyourface
fromchips,sparks,smalldebris.
Shouldonlybeusedinconjunctionwith
additionaleyeprotection.
FENCE- Helpstokeeptheworkpiece
frommovingwhensawing.Scaledto
assistwithaccuratecutting.
GUARD- Protectivedevisethatforms
abarrierbetweenahazardousobject
suchasablade,wheelorcutterand
theoperator.
LOCKSTOPLATCH- Locksthemiter
sawintheloweredpositionforcompact
storageandtransportation.
INSTRUCTION OR OPERATOR'S
MANUAL - Booklet accompanying
your power tool that describes the
hazards and safe operation procedures,
outlines basic tool operation, care and
maintenance.
MITER HANDLE - Used to rotate the
table, and to rotate the saw to a right or
left cutting position.
MITER SCALE - Measures the miter
angle of the saw blade. Positive stop
index points have been provided at
0°, 15°,22.5 °, 31.6° and 45° right and
left, and 60° right.
MOUNTING HOLES - To mount the
miter saw to a stable surface.
EYE PROTECTION - Googles or
spectacles intended to protect your
eyes. Eye protection should meet the

ON/OFFTRIGGERSWITCH- Tostart
thetool,squeezethetrigger.Release
thetriggertoturnoffthemitersaw.
POSITIVESTOPLOCKINGLEVER-
Locksthemitersawatapresetpositive
stopforthedesiredmiterangle.
SWITCHHANDLE- Theswitch
handlecontainsthetriggerswitchand
thelaseron/offswitch.Thebladeis
loweredintotheworkpiecebypushing
downonthehandle.Thesawwill
returntoitsuprightpositionwhenthe
handleisreleased.
WARNINGLABELS- Readand
understandforyourownsafety.Make
surealllabelsarepresentonmachine
andlegible.
HEEL- Misalignmentoftheblade.
KERF- Thewidthofasawcut,
determinedbythethicknessandsetof
theblade.
KICKBACK- suddenandunintended
movementofthetoolorworkpiece.Itis
typicallycausedbybindingorpinching
oftheworkpiece.
MITERCUT- Amiterisatypeofjoint
wherethetwopartstobejoinedarecut
atanangle,andtypicallythefinished
jointformsa90-degreeangle.Also
commonlyspelled"mitre".
REVOLUTIONSPERMINUTE (RPM)
- The number of turns completed by a
spinning object in one minute.
WRENCH STORAGE - Convenient
storage to prevent misplacing the blade
wrench.
WOODWORKING TERMS
ARBOR - The shaft on which a blade
is mounted.
BEVEL CUT - An angle cut made
through the face of the workpiece.
COMPOUND CUT - An angled cut to
both the edge and face of a board, most
common use is with crown molding.
CROSS CUT - A cut which runs across
the board perpendicular to the grain.
FREEHAND - Performing a cut without
using a fence (guide), hold down or
other proper device to prevent the
workpiece from twisting during the
cutting operation.
SAW BLADE PATH - The area of the
workpiece or table top directly in line
with the travel of the blade or the part
of the workpiece which will be cut.
SET - The distance between two saw
blade tips, bent outward in opposite
directions to each other. The further
apart the tips are, the greater the set.
THIN-KERF BLADE - Thinner than
normal blades, remove less material,
smaller kerfs (between .065 in. and
.070 in.). Blade thinness also may
increase the heat generated while
cutting.
WORKPIECE - The wood being cut. The
surfaces of a workpiece are commonly
referred to as faces, ends and edges.

{_ WARNING]
To avoid injury, do not connect
this miter saw to the power source
until it is completely assembled and
adjusted and you have read and
understood this Operator's Manual.
UNLOCKING THE SLIDE CARRIAGE
(FIG. A)
After removing the saw from the carton,
by the two carry handles, loosen the
slide carriage lock knob (1). When
transporting or storing the miter saw,
the slide carriage should always be
locked in position. The slide carriage
lock knob (1) is located on the right
side of the slide carriage.
Fig. A
2. Pull out the lock stop latch (2).
3. Allow the cutting head to rise to the
uppermost position.
When transporting or storing the miter
saw, the cutting head should always be
locked in the down position:
1. Push the cutting head (1) down to
the collapsed position.
2. Push the lock stop latch (2) into the
locking hole (3).
iMPORTANT: To avoid damage,
never carry the miter saw by the
switch handle, the cutting arm, or the
miter table handle. ALWAYS use the
designated carrying handles located on
the top of the machine.
Fig. B 1
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LOCKING THE CUTTING HEAD (FIG. B)
{_ WARNING]
To avoid injury and damage to the
saw, transport or store the miter saw
with the cutting head in the down
position. NEVER use the lock stop
latch to hold the cutting head in a
down position for cutting operations.
iNSTALLiNG THE MITER HANDLE
(FIG. C)
1. Thread the miter handle (1) into the
hole located at the front of the miter
saw (2).
Fig. C
2
To unlock the cutting head from the
collapsed position:
1. Push down slightly on the cutting
head (1).
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INSTALLING THE DUST BAG (FIG. D)
1. Install the dust port elbow (3) on the
dust port located in the back of the
saw head, behind the motor.
2. Place the dust bag neck opening
around the dust port elbow (3), and
release the metal collar.
Fig. D 3
Fig. F
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To empty the dust bag (2),squeeze the
metal collar (1) and remove from dust port
elbow. Open the zipper on underside of
the bag and empty into waste container.
NOTE: Check frequently and empty
bag before it gets full.
NOTE: A vacuum hose can be attached
to the saw dust port instead of the dust
bag and elbow.
INSTALLING THE SAFETY HOLD-
DOWN CLAMP (FIG. E, F)
1. Place the hold-down clamp assembly
(1) into one of the mounting holes (2)
located behind the fence.
2. Thread the hold-down clamp knob
(3) into the hole (2) located at the
rear of the saw base.
3. Tighten the hold-down clamp knob (3).
Fig. E
SAW BLADE WRENCH (FIG. G)
For convenient storage and prevention
of loss, there is a clip (1) located at the
rear of the base for storing the blade
wrench (2).
Fig. G
REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE
TABLE INSERT (FIG. H)
[_ WARNING]
TO AVOID INJURY:
o Always unplug the saw to avoid
accidental starting. Remove all
small pieces of material from
the table cavity underlying the
table insert before performing
any cuts. The table insert may
be removed for this purpose,
but always re=attach the table
insert prior to performing a
cutting operation.

o Donot start the sliding
compound miter saw without
checking for interference
between the blade and table
insert. Damage could result
to the blade, table insert or
turntable if blade strike occurs
during the cutting operation.
1. To remove, loosen and remove the
six screws (1) on the table inserts
(2) with a Phillips screwdriver and
remove the table insert.
2. To install, reposition the table insert,
install the six screws and tighten.
3. Check for blade clearance by
moving the slide carriage through
the full motion of the blade in the
table slot.
MOUNTING THE MITER SAW
(FIG. H, I)
i_ WARNING]
To avoid injury from unexpected
saw movement:
o Disconnect the power cord from
the outlet, and lock the cutting
head in the lower position using
the stop latch.
o Lock the slide carriage in place
by tightening the slide carriage
lock knob.
o To avoid back injury, lift the saw
by using the designated carrying
handles located on the top of the
machine. When lifting, bend at
your knees, not from your back.
o Never carry the miter saw by
the power cord or by the switch
handle. Carrying the tool by the
power cord could cause damage
to the insulation or the wire
connections resulting in electric
shock or fire.
o To avoid injury from flying debris,
do not allow visitors to stand
near the saw during any cutting
operation.
o Support the saw on alevel work
surface.
o Bolt or clamp the saw to its
support.
Mounting instructions
1. For stationary use, place the saw
in the desired location, directly on a
workbench where there is room for
handling and proper support of the
workpiece. The base of the saw has
eight mounting holes, four 1/4 in.
holes and four 3/8 in. holes. Select
the proper mounting holes based on
the size of bolts used. Bolt the base
of the miter saw (1) to the work
surface (5), using the fastening
method as shown in Fig I.

Fig. I
1Mtersaw ase
2. Hex head bolt
3. Rubber washer _ ,,
4. Flat washer 1- [ i[
5. Work surface 5 -mL- :',
6. Flat washer | ,,
7. Lock washer _ 8
6
8. Hex nut
9. Jam nut 7
NOTE: Mounting hardware is not
included with this tool. Bolts, nuts,
washers and screws must be
purchased separately.
.For portable use, place the
saw on a 3/4 in. thick piece of
plywood. Bolt the base of the
miter saw securely to the plywood
using the mounting holes on the
base. Use C-clamps to clamp this
mounting board to a stable work
surface at the worksite. (Fig. J)
Removing Blade
1. Unplug the saw from the outlet.
2. Raise the miter saw to the upright
position.
3. Loosen the lower cover plate screw
(1) and the upper cover plate screw
(2) using a Phillips screwdriver.
NOTE: Do not remove the two
screws.
4. Rotate the cover plate (3) and blade
guard (4) to expose the arbor bolt
(6-Fig M).
5. Place the blade wrench over the
arbor bolt.
Fig. K
Fig. J
REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE
BLADE (FIG. K, L, M)
WARNING I
Do not use ablade larger than 12 in.
in diameter. To avoid injury from
an accidental start, make sure the
switch is in the OFF position and the
plug is not connected to the power
source outlet.
.
8.
Locate the arbor lock button (5) on the
motor, below the belt cover. (Fig. L)
Press the arbor lock, holding it
in firmly while turning the blade
clockwise. The arbor lock will
engage after turning the wrench.
Continue to hold the arbor lock
while turning the wrench clockwise
to loosen the arbor bolt.
Fig. L
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