Craftsman 137.375630 User manual

Operator's Manual
®
14 iN. ABRASIVE CHOP SAW
Model No. 137.375630
C US
CAUTION:
Before using this Chop Saw,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
Customer Help Line
For Technical Support
1-800-843-1682
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
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SECTION PAGE
Warranty ................................................................................................... 2
Product Specifications .............................................................................. 3
Symbols ..................................................................................................... 4
Power Tool Safety ..................................................................................... 5
Chop Saw Safety ...................................................................................... 7
Electrical Requirements and Safety .......................................................... 12
Tools Needed for Assembly ...................................................................... 14
Carton Contents ........................................................................................ 14
Know Your Chop Saw ............................................................................... 15
Assembly .................................................................................................. 16
Adjustments .............................................................................................. 18
Operation .................................................................................................. 20
Maintenance ............................................................................................. 22
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................. 23
Parts List ................................................................................................... 24
Repair Protection Agreements .................................................................. 27
CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against
defects in material or workmanship. A defective product will receive free repair
or replacement if repair is unavailable. For warranty coverage details or 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 is void if
this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to
another person. 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
,A 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
e 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.
2012/12

MOTOR
Type ...................................................................................... Universal
Amps ..................................................................................... 15
Maximum hp ......................................................................... 3.5
Voltage .................................................................................. 120
Hz ......................................................................................... 60
RPM (no load) ....................................................................... 3600
Cutting wheel arbor size ....................................................... 1 in.
Cutting wheel size ................................................................. 14 in.
CUTTING CAPACITY
Cross cut 0°
Round ................................................................................ 5 in.
Square ............................................................................... 4-3/4 in. x 4-3/4 in.
Rectangular ........................................................................ 3 in. x 8-1/4 in.
4-1/4 in. x 6-1/8 in.
4-1/2 in. x 5-1/8 in.
Miter cut 45 °
Round ................................................................................ 4 in.
Square ............................................................................... 4 in. x 4 in.
Rectangular ........................................................................ 3-1/3 in. x 5 in.
Vise clamp angle ................................................................ 0° ~ 45 o
IA WARNING1
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tooJ, 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

WARNINGiCONS
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,
a potentially 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 DANGER1
IA WARNING1
IA CAUTION1
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.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS POWER TOOL
Safety is a combination of common
sense, staying alert and knowing how
to use your power tool.
CAUTION
To avoid mistakes that could cause
serious injury, do not plug the tool in
until you have read and understood
the following.
,
,
,
,
READ and become familiar
with the entire Operator's
Manual. LEARN the tool's
application, limitations and
possible hazards.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in
working order.
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.
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.
,KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All
visitors and bystanders should be
kept a safe distance from work
area.
,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,
,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. 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. _ 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.
5 ;,

13. WEARA 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.
15. 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.
20.
21.
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.
DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep
proper footing and balance at all
times. Never reach your hand or
arm across the cutting path of the
blade.
22. NEVER reach your hand or arm
across the path of the cutting blade.
23. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
24. DO NOT use power tool in
presence of flammable liquids or
gases.
25.
19. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. 26.
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 27.
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.
DO NOT operate the tool if you are
under the influence of any drugs,
alcohol or medication that could
affect your ability to use the tool
properly.
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.
WEAR HEARING
PROTECTION to reduce
the risk of induced hearing
loss.

BEFOREUSINGTHECHOPSAW,
iT iS CRiTiCAL THAT YOU READ
AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY
RULES.
IA WARNING1
TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD
CAUSE SERIOUS OR PERMANENT
iNJURY, DO NOT PLUG iN THE
CHOP SAW UNTIL THE FOLLOWING
iNSTRUCTiONS HAVE BEEN READ
AND UNDERSTOOD.
1. Learn the function of the ON/OFF
switch, cutting handle and wheel
guard.
2. Review and understand all safety
instructions and operating procedures
in this Operator's manual.
3. Review the maintenance methods
for this chop saw.
.Find and read all the warning labels
on the chop saw:
o Read manual before using the
chop saw.
o Wear safety goggles.
o Never perform cutting operations
with wheel guard removed.
• Turn power OFF,wait for abrasive
wheel to stop and remove power
cord from power source before
adjusting or servicing.
5. The arbor bolt and all clamps have
to be tightened before cutting.
6. Make sure the workpiece and the
abrasive wheel are not in contact
prior to operating the saw.
WHEN INSTALLING OR MOVING
YOUR CHOP SAW:
.AVOID ADANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT:
o Use the chop saw in a dry,
indoor location protected from
rain and moisture.
o Keep work area well lit.
2. TO AVOID INJURY FROM
UNEXPECTED CHOP SAW
MOVEMENT:
o Bolt or clamp the chop saw to
a firm level surface where there
is plenty of room to move the
workpiece through the entire cut.
o Position the chop saw so the
feet are level and the chop saw
does not rock.
o Position the chop saw where
operators and bystanders stand
a safe distance away from the
saw and are not in direct line
with the cutting wheel.
o To avoid injury from electrical
shock, make sure your fingers
do not touch the plug's metal
prongs when plugging in or
unplugging the chop saw.
o Turn OFF and unplug the chop
saw before moving it to a new
area. To avoid back injury, get
help when transporting.
o Bolt the chop saw to the floor if
it tends to move when cutting
long, heavy workpieces.
o DO NOT STAND ON the chop
saw. Do not store materials
above or near it. Standing on
the tool could result in serious
injury.
7 _,

BEFORE EACH USE
1. INSPECT YOUR CHOP SAW:
o If any part is missing, bent
or broken in any way, or any
electrical part does not work
properly, turn the chop saw OFF
and unplug the tool.
o Replace damaged or missing
parts before using the chop saw.
.AVOID iNJURY FROM JAMS,
SLIPS OR THROWN PIECES
(KICKBACKS):
o Use this chop saw to cut ferrous
material only.
o Avoid injury from thrown pieces.
Make sure the abrasive wheel is
properly installed and the arbor
bolt is tight.
o Use the right tool. Do not force
the tool to do a job it is not
intended to do.
.iNSPECT YOUR WORK AREA:
o Keep the work area clean.
o Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents. The floor
must not be slippery from wax,
sawdust or shavings, etc.
o Avoid burns or other fire
damage. Do not use the chop
saw near flammable liquids,
vapors or gases.
o Before using the chop saw,
clear the table of all objects not
needed to feed the workpiece.
o Avoid injury. Do not perform
layout, assembly or setup on
the chop saw.
o Never hold a workpiece.
Workpiece will become very hot
while being cut.
.
.
PLAN YOUR WORK:
• Before trying a new or not often
used operation, carefully plan your
hand placement. Make sure you
have proper fixtures, stops and
other items ready to use.Avoid
injury form unsafe accessories.
Use only recommended
accessories.
DRESS FOR SAFETY:
o Plan ahead to protect your eyes,
hands, face and ears.
o Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties or jewelry
(rings, wrist watches). They can
get caught and draw you into
moving parts.
o Wear non-slip footwear.
o Tie back long hair.
o Roll long sleeves above the
elbow.
• Noise levels vary widely. To
avoid possible hearing damage,
wear ear plugs or muffs when
using the chop saw.
o The chop saw can throw debris
into your eyes which can result
in permanent eye damage.
Wear safety goggles (not
glasses) that comply with ANSI
Standards. Regular eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant
lenses. They are not safety
glasses.
o Wear a dust mask along with
safety goggles during each
operation.
.iNSPECT YOUR WORKPiECE:
o Make sure there are no bolts or
foreign objects in the part of the
workpiece to be cut.

.PLAN YOUR CUT:
o Do not cut freehand. Guide your
workpiece solidly against the
fence and table top. Make sure
there is no debris between the
workpiece and its supports.
o Use extra caution with large,
small or awkward workpieces.
o Use extra support (tables,
sawhorses, blocks)if your
workpiece is hard to hold down
to the table. Do not use another
person as additional support or
to help feed, support or pull the
workpiece.
o Do not cut more than one
workpiece at a time.
o Do not turn your chop saw
ON before clearing everything
except the workpiece and related
support devices off the table.
.AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING:
Make sure the switch is off before
plugging the abrasive chop saw
into a power source.
WHEN THE CHOP SAW IS RUNNING
[_, CAUTION }
DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY
GAINED FROM FREQUENT USE
OF YOUR CHOP SAW TO CAUSE A
CARELESS MISTAKE. REMEMBER
THAT A CARELESS FRACTION OF A
SECOND IS ENOUGH TO CAUSE A
SEVERE INJURY.
1. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY:
o Make sure all bystanders are
clear of the power tool before
and during use.
o Before using the power tool, test
the saw by turning it on and
letting it run for a few seconds.
If it makes an unfamiliar noise or
vibrates, stop immediately. Turn
the chop saw off and unplug.
Do not restart the tool until the
problem has been corrected.
2. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL:
o Only cut one piece per cutting
operation,
.BEFORE FREEING JAMMED
MATERIAL:
o Release the trigger switch.
o Wait for all moving parts to stop.
o Unplug the chop saw.
.BEFORE LEAVING THE CHOP
SAW:
o Release the trigger switch.
o Unplug the chop saw.
o Make the workshop childproof.
Lock the shop. Disconnect
master switches.
CAUTION ]
A14 in. wheel is the maximum
wheel capacity of your chop saw.
Never use a wheel that is too thick
to allow outer flange to engage
with the fiats on the spindle.
Larger wheels will come in contact
with the wheel guards, while
thicker wheels will prevent the bolt
from securing the wheel on the
spindle. Either of these situations
could result in a serious accident
causing personal injury.
Do not attempt to cut wood or
masonry with this chop saw. Never
cut magnesium or magnesium
alloy with this machine. Failure
to comply could result in serious
personal injury.

o To prevent chop saw movement
or tipping during cutting
procedure, secure the chop saw
to aworkbench or work surface
that is also secure.
o Always use the vise on the chop
saw to prevent accidents that
could result in serious personal
injury.
o Never stand or have any part of
your body in line with the path of
the wheel. Doing so may cause
an accident resulting in serious
personal injury.
I_ CAUTION I
Large, circular or irregularly
shaped workpieces may
require additional clamping
in order to be properly secured for
cutting. Use "C" clamps that can be
mounted along the left and front side
of the machine base. Also use blocks
to hold msterial securely. Failure to
comply could result in serious personal
injury.
i,A CAUTION I
To avoid accidental start=up of
your chop saw, always make sure
switch is off and "lock=on" feature
is disengaged before connecting
to power source. Failure to heed
this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
USE ONLY CORRECT WHEELS.
Do not use wheels with incorrect
size holes. Never use wheel
washers or wheel screws that are
defective or incorrect. The maximum
wheel capacity of your chop saw is
14 inches.
o DO NOT REMOVE THE CHOP
SAW'S WHEEL GUARDS. Never
operate the chop saw with any
guard or cover removed. Make sure
all guards are operating properly
before each use.
o KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM
CUTTING AREA. Keep hands
away from wheel. Do not reach
underneath work or around or
under the wheel while the wheel is
rotating. Do not attempt to remove
cut material while wheel is moving.
o NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of
the motor or sparking from cutting
metal could ignite fumes.
o DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH
DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF.
Have defective switch replaced by
an authorized service center.
o KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN AND
FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE.
Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products
or any solvents to clean tool.
o ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG
WORKPIECES. To minimize risk of
tipping the saw, always support long
workpieces.
o BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE
SURE ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE
SECURE. ALWAYS USE THE VISE
CLAMP to secure the workpiece.
o NEVER TOUCH WHEEL or other
moving parts during use.
o NEVER START THE CHOP
SAW WHEN THE WHEEL
IS IN CONTACT WITH THE
WORKPIECE.
o NEVER cut more than one
workpiece at a time.

o DONOTSTACKmorethanone
workpieceonthemachinebaseat
atime.
o NEVERPERFORMANY
OPERATIONFREE-HAND.Always
securetheworkpiecetobecutin
thevise.
o NEVERhandholdaworkpiece.
Workpiecewillbecomeveryhot
whilebeingcut.
o NEVERreachbehind,underor
within3in.ofthewheelandits
cuttingpathwithyourhandsand
fingersforanyreason.
o NEVERreachtopickupa
workpiece,apieceofscrapor
anythingelsethatisinornearthe
cuttingpathofthewheel.
o MAKESURETHEWHEEL
ISSECURELYMOUNTED
asdescribedintheoperating
instructionsbeforeconnecting
thetooltoapowersupply.Donot
tightenwheelexcessively,sincethis
cancausecracks.
o CHECKTHEWHEELFOR
FISSURESANDCRACKS,andtest
fornormaloperationpriortouse.
o ALWAYSEASETHEABRASIVE
WHEELAGAINSTTHE
WORKPIECEwhenstartingtocut.
Aharshimpactcanbreakthewheel.
o ONLYUSEACHOPSAWWHEEL
RATEDFOR3600 RPM OR
GREATER and manufactured in
compliance with ANSI B 7.1. Always
store wheels in a dry place with little
temperature variation.
o BEFORE CUTTING, press the
trigger switch and allow the wheel to
reach full speed.
oThis chop saw has been
designed for cutting metals
using reinforced abrasive chop
saw wheels only. Do not remove
the wheel, install a steel blade
and attempt to cut other types
of materials such as wood,
masonry, etc. Attempting to cut
these other types of materials
could cause an accident resulting
in serious personal injury.
o 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 serious personal
injury.

POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR
SPECiFiCATiONS
The AC motor used in this saw is
a universal, nonreversible type.
See "MOTOR" in the "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" section on page 3.
WARNINGI
To avoid electrical hazards, fire
hazards, or damage to the tool, use
proper circuit protection. Your saw
is wired at the factory for 120 V
operation. Connect to a 120 V,
15Amp circuit and use a 15Amp
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.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS =
DOUBLE INSULATED F_
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.
IA,WARNINGI
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 120 V,
15 Amp circuit with a 15 Amp time-
delay fuse or circuit breaker. Using
the wrong size fuse can damage the
motor.
2. If the motor won't 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.

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 cause 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 20 Amp
time-lag fuse or a #14 wire with a
15 Amp 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.
Q= • O=m
(When usng 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating Total length of Cord
MoreThan Not MoreThan 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft,
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
i CAUTION i
in all cases make certain the
receptacle in question is properly
grounded. If you are not sure, have
a certified electrician check the
receptacle.

Supplied
Cutting Wheel Wrench
Not supplied
Adjustable Wrench Box Cutter
Phillips Screwdriver
UNPACKING YOUR CHOP SAW
WARNING1
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 chop saw from the
carton.
iMPORTANT: Do not lift chop saw
by the switch grip (1). It may cause
misalignment. Lift machine by the
built-in carry handle (2).
2 1
2. Place the saw on a secure stationary
work surface.
3. Separate all parts from the packing
material. Check each one with the
illustration below to make certain
all items are accounted for, before
discarding any packing material.
WARNING]
If any part is missing or damaged,
do not attempt to assemble the
chop 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 1-8004-MY-HOME ®for
replacement parts.
Chop Saw Cutting Wheel Wrench
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Cutting Arm
Trigger Switch
Lower Wheel
Guard
Adjustable
Switch Grip
Abrasive
Cutting
Wheel
Head Hold-down
Locking Chain
Vise
Base
Fence Lock
Nut
Trigger Lock-on Button
Carrying Handle.....
.Locking Chain Hook
Spindle Lock
Depth Stop
Adjustment
Cutting Wheel
Wrench Storage
JVise Clamp
Quick-Release
Locking Lever
Vise Crank

i,_ VVARNING i
Never connect the plug to the power
source outlet until all installations
and adjustments are completed and
you have read and understood the
safety and operational instructions.
Ira,WAR.I.G1
Failure to unplug your saw could
result in accidental starting causing
possible serious personal injury.
RAiSiNG AND LOCKING THE
CUTTING HEAD (FIG. A)
1. For shipping purposes, the cutting
head is locked in the down position.
2. Push down on the upper arm
assembly and remove the locking
chain (1) from the hook (2).
NOTE: This chain is held in place
by a tie down cord for shipping
purposes. Carefully cut this cord
with a box cutter or scissors.
3. After releasing the locking chain (1),
move the cutting head to the
upward position. Do not remove the
chain, as you will need it for locking
the arm down for storage,
Fig. A 2
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STORING THE WRENCH (FIG. B)
When you are not using the cutting
wheel wrench (1) provided, a storage
holder (2) is located on the rear of the
saw base.
Fig. B
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iNSTALLiNG AND CHANGING THE
ABRASIVE CUTTING WHEEL
(FIG. C, D, E)
NOTE: Use only recommended
reinforced abrasive wheels (rated
3,600 RPM or greater).
1. Raise the cutting handle to the
upward position.
2. Raise the cutting wheel guard (1)
to the uppermost position. (Fig. C)
3. Place the cutting wheel wrench (2)
on the arbor bolt (3). (Fig. D)
4. Push and hold in place the spindle
lock (4) and then loosen the arbor
bolt (3) counterclockwise with the
cutting wheel wrench (2) provided.
(Fig. D, E)
5. Remove arbor bolt (3), outer wheel
flange (6) and the abrasive cutting
wheel (5). (Fig. E)
6. Install the new abrasive cutting
wheel followed by the outer wheel
flange (6) and then the arbor bolt
(3), (Fig, E)
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NOTE: Make sure the directional
arrow on the replacement wheel
matches the direction of the saw.
7. Press the spindle lock (4). (Fig. E)
8. Turn the arbor bolt (3) clockwise
until snug and tighten with the
cutting wheel wrench (2) provided.
(Fig. D)
9. Make sure the wheel is secure.
10. Be sure the spindle lock (4)is
released so the abrasive cutting
wheel (5) turns freely by spinning
the cutting wheel until the spindle
lock (4) disengages.
11. Release the cutting wheel guard (1)
back to its original position. (Fig. C)
Fig. C
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Fig. E 3
NOTE: If the cutting depth stop bolt
has been adjusted during operation of
the old abrasive wheel, reset for the
depth for a new 14 in. diameter wheel.
(See instructions on page 18)
Fig. D

ADJUSTINGTHE CUTTING DEPTH
STOP BOLT (FIG.F)
NOTE: The cuttingdepthwas adjusted
properly at the factory. If adjustments
are needed, be careful not to adjust the
depth stop bolt too deep, as the cutting
wheel may contact the base.
1. Loosen the Iocknut (1) with a
13 mm wrench.
2. Turn the depth stop bolt (2) with a
13 mm wrench counterclockwise
to decrease the cutting depth or
clockwise to increase the cutting
depth.
3. Lower the cutting head to check that
the wheel does not contact the base.
4. Repeat until adjusted properly and
tighten the Iocknut.
NOTE:
o To maintain this adjustment, the
Iocknut (1) on the depth stop bolt (2)
must be tightened securely.
o The depth stop is factory set
providing maximum cutting capacity
for the 14 in. abrasive cutting wheel
provided with your chop saw. When
the diameter of the wheel has
reduced in size due to normal wear,
the depth stop bolt may require
adjustment to provide maximum
cutting capacity.
NOTE: When a replacement
wheel is installed onto the unit, it is
necessary to check the clearance
of the cutting wheel to the machine
base before operating.
Fig. F
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ADJUSTING THE VISE (FIG. G)
NOTE: The vise of your saw is used
to secure the workpiece during cutting
operations.
1. Rotate the vise crank (1)
counterclockwise to allow enough
room for the workpiece to fit
between the vise clamp (2) and the
adjustable fence (3).
2. Position the workpiece between the
vise clamp and the adjustable fence.
Turn the vise crank (1) clockwise to
clamp the workpiece securely.
3. The vise incorporates a quick
release locking lever (4). To use the
quick release feature, lift up on the
quick release locking lever (4) and
slide the vise clamp in or out to the
desired position.
4. When vise clamp is in desired
location, flip the quick release
locking lever (4) down to engage
the threads with the threads of the
vise. Begin to turn the vise crank (1)
clockwise to secure the workpiece
within the vise.

Fig.G
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ADJUSTINGFORANGLE CUTTING
(FIG. H)
1. Loosen the vise crank and back
the vise clamp (3) away from the
adjustable fence (2).
2. Loosen the two bolts (1) of the
adjustable fence with the cutting
wheel wrench.
3. Move the adjustable fence (2) to
the desired angle between 0 and
45 degrees.
4. Tighten the two bolts (1).
5. The vise clamp (3) will align itself
automatically with the angle of
the workpiece when clamping a
workpiece in position,
.Raise the cutting arm up and lock
the fence into position.
Fig. H
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CARRYING YOUR CHOP SAW
(FIG. I)
The chop saw can be transported to
any workplace conveniently by:
1. Lowering the cutting arm to its
lowest position and securing in
place by attaching the locking chain
(1) to the hook (2), located on the
motor housing.
2. Transport the saw using the
carrying handle (3)located above
the motor.
NOTE: To check the squareness of
the blade to the fence:
1. Loosen the vise crank and back the
vise clamp (3) from the adjustable
fence (2).
2. Loosen the two bolts (1) on the
adjustable fence with the cutting
wheel wrench.
3. Lower the cutting arm down until
the wheel (4) is below the base.
4. Place a square (5) against the
wheel and adjust the fence against
the square,
Fig. I
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I_ WARNING i
Never connect the plug to the power
source outlet until all installations
and adjustments are completed and
you have read and understood the
safety and operational instructions.
ON/OFF SWITCH (FIG. J)
The ON/OFF trigger switch (1) is
located on the handle position of the
cutting arm.
1. Turn the chop saw ON by
depressing the trigger switch (1).
2. To turn off, release the trigger
switch (1).
NOTE: Make the ON/OFF switch
childproof. Insert a padlock or chain
with padlock through the hole (3)
in the trigger switch to lock the
switch, preventing children and other
unauthorized users from turning the
machine on.
LOCK-ON BUTTON (FIG. J)
1. To engage the lock-on feature,
depress the trigger switch (1), and
simultaneously push in the lock-on
button (2) located on the side of the
handle. Release the switch and the
tool will run continuously.
2. To disengage the lock-on feature,
depress the trigger switch and
release.
[_ WARNING]
o If you have the lock-on feature
engaged during use and the
power is disconnected to the
saw, disengage the lock-on
feature immediately.
o To avoid accidental start-up
of your chop saw, always
make sure the trigger switch is
OFF and the lock-on feature is
disengaged before connecting
to power source. Failure to heed
this warning could result in
serious personal injury.
Fig. J 3
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CUTTING A WORKPIECE (FIG. K)
l_, WARNING 1
Failure to heed the safety rules
could result in serious personal
injury:
o To avoid serious personal injury,
always make sure the adjustable
fence is secured in position.
o Never perform any cutting
operation freehand (without placing
workpiece in the vise).