Craftsman 21194 - 7-1/4 in. Sliding Compound Miter Saw User manual

Operator's Manual
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7-1/4 in. SLiDiNG COMPOUND
MITER SAW WiTH LASER TRAC®
Model No. 137.211940
C US
CAUTION:
Before using this Miter Saw,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
Customer Help Line
For Technical Support
1-800-843-1682
Sears Parts &
Repair Center
1-800-488-1222
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
Part No. 137211940001 Printed in China

SECTION PAGE
Warranty.........................................................................................2
ProductSpecifications....................................................................3
Symbols..........................................................................................4
PowerToolSafety..........................................................................5
CompoundMiterSawSafety..........................................................7
ElectricalRequirementsandSafety.................................................. 9
AccessoriesandAttachments........................................................11
ToolsNeededforAssembly............................................................12
CartonContents.............................................................................13
KnowYourSlidingCompoundMiterSaw......................................... 14
GlossaryofTerms..........................................................................15
AssemblyandAdjustments.............................................................17
Operation.......................................................................................26
Maintenance...................................................................................37
TroubleshootingGuide...................................................................39
PartsList........................................................................................41
CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
If this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within
one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for
free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible).
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this product
is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty does not include expendable parts, such as lamps, batteries,
bits or blades.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
WARNING ]
Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the
state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
o Lead from lead-based paints
o Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do
this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a
well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

MOTOR
Power Source ..................................................................... 9Amp, 120V AC, 60Hz
Speed ................................................................................. 5000 RPM (No load)
Brake .................................................................................. Electric
Double Insulated ................................................................. Yes
BLADE SIZE
Diameter .............................................................................. 7-1/4 in.
Arbor size ............................................................................ 5/8in.
ROTATING TABLE:
Diameter ............................................................................ 9-1/32 in.
Miter Detent Stops ............................................................ 0, 15,22.5, 31.6, 45°R & L
Bevel Positive Stops ......................................................... 0, 45° L
CUTTING CAPACITY:
Crosscut ............................................................................ 2 in. x 8 in.
Miter 45 ° R & L................................................................... 2 in. x 6 in.
Bevel 45° L......................................................................... 1-1/2 in. x 8 in.
45° Miter and 45° Bevel ..................................................... 1-1/2 in. x 6 in.
i_J_WARNING]
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.

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.
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 3ersonal injury.
SUPPORT AND CLAMP WORK
[,_, DANGER] 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.

GENERALSAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS 8.
BEFORE USING THIS POWER TOOL
Safety isa combination of common
sense, staying alert and knowing how 9.
to use your power tool.
CAUTION
To avoid mistakes that could cause
serious injury, do not plug the tool in 10.
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.
11.
12.
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will
do the job better and safer at the
rate for which itwas designed.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not
force the tool or an attachment
to do a job for which it was not
designed.
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.
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.
OALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION. 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:Glassesorgogglesnotin
compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could
seriously injure you when they
break.
and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.
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 issafer
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. 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.
21. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep
proper footing and balance at all
times.
22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WiTH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow
instructionsfor lubricating and
changing accessories.
23. 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.
24.IA, DANGER ] 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.
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

SPECiFiC SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
FOR THiS COMPOUND MITER SAW
.DO NOT operate the miter saw
until it is completely assembled
and installed according to these
instructions.
.iF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly
familiar with the operation of miter
saws, seek guidance from your
supervisor, instructor or other
qualified person.
.
10.
.
11.
12.
13.
ALWAYS hold the work firmly 14.
against the fence and table.
DO NOT perform any operation
free hand (use clamp wherever
possible). 15.
KEEP HANDS out of the path of
the saw blade. If the workpiece 16.
you are cutting would cause your
hands to be within 6-3/4 in. of the
saw blade, the workpiece should 17.
be clamped in place before making
the cut.
USE only blade collars specified for
your saw.
NEVER use blades larger in
diameter than 7-1/4 inches.
NEVER apply lubricants to the
blade when it is running.
ALWAYS check the blade for
cracks or damage before operation.
Replace a cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
NEVER use blades recommended
for operation at less than 5000
RPM.
ALWAYS keep the blade guards in
place and use at all times.
NEVER reach around the saw
blade.
MAKE SURE the blade is not
contacting the workpiece before the
switch is turned ON.
5. BE SURE the blade is sharp, runs 18.
freely and is free of vibration.
6. ALLOW the motor to come up to
full speed before starting a cut. 19.
7. KEEP THE MOTOR AiR SLOTS
CLEAN and free of chips or dust.
8. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles
are tight before cutting, even ifthe
table is positioned in one of the 20.
positive stops.
9. BE SURE both the blade and the
collar are clean and the arbor bolt
is tightened securely.
iMPORTANT: After completing the
cut, release the trigger and wait for
the blade to stop before returning
the saw to the raised position.
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.
NEVER cut metals or masonry
products with this tool. This miter
saw is designed for use on wood
and wood-like products.

21.NEVERcutsmallpieces.Ifthe
workpiecebeingcutwouldcause
yourhandorfingerstobewithin
6-3/4in.ofthesawbladethe
workpieceistoosmall.
22.PROVIDEadequatesupporttothe
sidesofthesawtableforlongwork
pieces.
23.NEVERusethemitersawinan
areawithflammableliquidsor
gases.
24.NEVERusesolventstoclean
plasticparts.Solventscould
possiblydissolveorotherwise
damagethematerial.
25.SHUTOFFthepowerbefore
servicingoradjustingthetool.
26.DISCONNECTthesawfrom
thepowersourceandcleanthe
machinewhenfinishedusing.
27.MAKESUREtheworkareais
cleanbeforeleavingthemachine.
28.SHOULDanypartofyourmitersaw
bemissing,damaged,orfailinany
way,oranyelectricalcomponent
failtoperformproperly,lockthe
switchandremovetheplugfrom
thepowersupplyoutlet.Replace
missing,damaged,orfailedparts
beforeresumingoperation.

POWERSUPPLYANDMOTOR
SPECiFiCATiONS
TheACmotorusedinthissawis
auniversal,nonreversibletype.
See"MOTOR"inthe"PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS"sectiononpage3.
[,,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 120
V operation. Connect to a 120 V, 9A
circuit and use a 9 A 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 iswider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one
way. Ifthe plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If itstill does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not change
the plug in any way.
I,A WARNING J
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 circuit.
This circuit must not be less than a
#18 wire with a 9 A time lag fuse.
NOTE: When using an extension
cord on a circuit with a #18 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.
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

nowbestartedandthecutfinished.
4. FUSESmay"blow"orcircuit
breakersmaytripfrequentlyif:
a. MOTORisoverloaded-
overloadingcanoccurifyoufeed
toorapidlyormaketoomany
start/stopsinashorttime.
b. LINEVOLTAGEismore
than10%aboveorbelowthe
nameplatevoltagerating.For
heavyloads,thevoltageatmotor
terminalsmustequalthevoltage
specifiedonthenameplate.
c. IMPROPERordullsawblades
areused.
5. Mostmotortroublesmaybetraced
tolooseorincorrectconnections,
overload,lowvoltageorinadequate
powersupplywiring.Alwayscheck
theconnections,theloadand
supplycircuitifthemotordoesn't
runwell.Checkminimumgaugefor
thelengthofcordyouareusingon
thechartbelow.
GUIDELINESFOREXTENSION
CORDS
Useaproperextensioncord.Make
sureyourextensioncordisingood
condition.Whenusinganextension
cord,besuretouseoneheavyenough
tocarrythecurrentyourproductwill
draw.Anundersizedcordwillcause
adropinlinevoltage,resultingin
lossofpowerandoverheating.The
tablebelowshowsthecorrectsize
tousedependingoncordlengthand
nameplateampererating.Ifindoubt,
usethenextheaviergauge.The
smallerthegaugenumber,theheavier
thecord.
Besureyourextensioncordis
properlywiredandingoodcondition.
Alwaysreplaceadamagedextension
cordorhaveitrepairedbyaqualified
personbeforeusingit.Protectyour
extensioncordsfromsharpobjects,
excessiveheatanddamporwetareas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for
your tools. This circuit must not be
less than a #18 wire with a 9 A time lag
fuse. NOTE: When using an extension
cord on a circuit with a #18 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.
•O" O e'|
(When using 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating Total tength of Cord
More Than Not More Than 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft.
0 6 18 16 16 14
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
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.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
i,_ WARNING]
oUse only accessories
recommended for this miter
saw. Follow instructions that
accompany accessories. Use of
improper accessories may cause
hazards.
oThe use of any cutting tool
except 7-1/4 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.
oDo 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.
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 your Sears Hardware Department
or see the Sears Power and Hand Tool
Catalog to purchase recommended
accessories for this power tool.
i,A WARNING]
o To avoid the risk of personal
injury, do not modify this power
tool or use accessories not
recommended by Sears.
oRead 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

Supplied
Blade Wrench
Not supplied
Adjustable Wrench
6mm Hex Wrench
Combination Square
Phillips Screwdriver
Slotted Screwdriver
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).
12

UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW 3.
{_ WARNING]
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. Only lift
machine by the base hand holds.
2. Place the saw on a secure
stationary work surface.
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,dk WARNING J
o 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. Call
1=800-843=1682 for missing or
damaged parts.
o To avoid electric shock, use
only identical replacement parts
when servicing double insulated
tools. Call 1-800=4-MY=HOME ®for
replacement parts.
Miter saw
Hold-down clamp Dust bag Blade wrench Miter handle

Upperbladeguard Switchhandle
ON/OFFtrigger
switch
Bevellockhandle Motor
Hold-downclamp Laserguide
Tableinsert
Miterhandle
Mountinghole
Lowerbladeguard
Turntable
LaserON/OFFswitch Hold-downlatch
Slidecarriage
Sawblade
Slidecarriage
lockknob
Bevelscale
Handholdfor
transportation
Positivestoplockinglever Positivemiterdetent Base

AMPERAGE(AMPS)- Ameasure
oftheflowofelectriccurrent.Higher
ratingsgenerallymeansthetoolis
suitedforheavieruse.
ARBORLOCK- Allowstheuserto
keepthebladefromrotatingwhile
tighteningorlooseningthearborbolt
duringbladereplacementorremoval.
eyes.Eyeprotectionshouldmeetthe
requirementsofANSIZ.87.1(USA)or
CSAZ94.3-M88(Canada).
FACESHIELD- Animpactresistant
shieldthathelpstoprotectyourface
fromchips,sparks,smalldebris.
Shouldonlybeusedinconjunctionwith
additionaleyeprotection.
BASE- Supportsthetable,holds
accessoriesandallowsforworkbench
orlegsetmounting.
FENCE- Helpstokeeptheworkpiece
frommovingwhensawing.Scaledto
assistwithaccuratecutting.
BEVELLOCKINGHANDLE- Locks
themitersawatadesiredbevelangle.
BEVELSCALE- Tomeasurethe
bevelangleofthesawblade0°to45°
left.
CARBIDETIPPED- Extremelyhard
steelpieceswithsharpcuttingedges
fastenedtocuttingtoolssuchassaw
blades.
COVERPLATESCREW- Loosenthis
screwandrotatetheplateforaccessto
thebladearborbolt.
GUARD- Protectivedevisethatforms
abarrierbetweenahazardousobject
suchasablade,wheelorcutterand
theoperator.
HOLDDOWNLATCH- Locksthe
mitersawintheloweredpositionfor
compactstorageandtransportation.
INSTRUCTIONOROPERATOR'S
MANUAL- Bookletaccompanying
yourpowertoolthatdescribesthe
hazardsandsafeoperationprocedures,
outlinesbasictooloperation,careand
maintenance.
DOUBLE-INSULATED- Aformof
electricalprotectionfeaturingtwo
separateinsulationsystemstohelp
protectagainstelectricalshock.
EXTENSIONCORD-An electric cord
used between power tools and outlets
to extend the range of the tools. The
more amerage your tool uses, the
longer the distance, the larger the size
of the wire needed in your extension
cord.
EYE PROTECTION - Goggles or
spectacles intended to protect your
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 0° to 45 ° left and right.
MOUNTING HOLES - To mount the
miter saw to a stable surface.
ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH - To start
the tool, squeeze the trigger. Release
the trigger to turn off the miter saw.

POSITIVESTOPLOCKINGLEVER-
Locksthemitersawatapresetpositive
stopforthedesiredmiterangle.
SWITCHHANDLE- Theswitch
handlecontainsthetriggerswitchand
thelaseron/offswitch.Thebladeis
loweredintotheworkpiecebypushing
downonthehandle.Thesawwill
returntoitsuprightpositionwhenthe
handleisreleased.
WARNINGLABELS- Readand
understandforyourownsafety.Make
surealllabelsarepresentonmachine
andlegible.
WRENCHSTORAGE - 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.
KICKBACK- Sudden and unintended
movement of the tool or workpiece. It is
typically caused by binding or pinching
of the workpiece
MITER CUT - A miter is a type of joint
where the two parts to be joined are cut
at an angle, and typically the finished
joint forms a 90-degree angle. Also
commonly spelled "mitre".
REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE (RPM)
- The number of turns completed by a
spinning object in one minute.
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 and .070).
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.
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.
HEEL - Misalignment of the blade.
KERF - The width of a saw cut,
determined by the thickness and set of
the blade.

i,A 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.
iNSTALLING THE MITER HANDLE
(FIG. A)
1. Thread the miter handle (1) intothe
hole located at the front of the miter
table.
Fig. A
iNSTALLING THE DUST BAG (FIG. B)
1. Squeeze the metal collar wings of the
dust bag (1).
2. Place the dust bag neck opening
around the exhaust port (2), and
release the metal collar wings.
To empty the dust bag, squeeze the
metal collar and remove from exhaust
port. Open zipper on underside of bag
and empty into waste container.
NOTE: Check frequently and empty
bag before it gets full.
iNSTALLING THE SAFETY HOLD-
DOWN CLAMP (FIG. C)
1. Loosen the hex screw (3) using a
Phillips screwdriver from the rear
side of the saw base.
2. Place the hold-down clamp
assembly (1) in one of the mounting
holes (2).
3. Tighten the hex screw (3).
Fig.C
2C:: _Z_\::
J K \_
3 1
SAW BLADE WRENCH (FIG. D)
2 For convenient storage and prevention
of loss, there is a slot (1) in the right
side of the switch handle (2) for storing
the blade wrench (3) when not in use.
/, Fig.2D_I
3
17

UNLOCKING THE SLIDE CARRIAGE
(FIG. E)
After removing the saw from the carton,
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. E
RELEASING CUTTING HEAD (FIG. F)
i_l_ WARNING]
To avoid injury and damage to the
saw, transport or store the miter
saw with the cutting head locked in
the down position. Never use the
hold down latch to hold the cutting
head in adown position for cutting
operations.
Unlocking
1. Push down slightly on the switch
handle (1).
2. Pull out the hold-down latch (2).
3. Allow the cutting head to rise to the
up position.
Fig. F 2
Locking
When transporting or storing the miter
saw, the cutting head should always be
locked in the down position.
1. Push the cutting head down to its
lowest position.
2. Push the hold-down latch (2) into
the locking hole.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage,
never carry the miter saw by the switch
handle, the cutting arm or the miter
handle. Only lift machine by the base
hand holds.
I,A WARNING]
To avoid injury, disconnect the
plug from the power source before
performing any adjustments or
repair.
NOTE: Your miter saw was adjusted at
the factory. However, during shipment
slight misalignment may have occurred.
Check the following settings and adjust
if necessary prior to using this miter
SaW.
REMOVING AND iNSTALLING THE
TABLE iNSERT (FIG. G)
I_ WARNING]
To avoid injury:
o Always unplug the saw to avoid
accidental starting. Remove all
small pieces of material from the
table cavity before performing
any cuts. The table insert may
be removed for this purpose, but
always reattach the table insert
prior to performing a cutting
operation.
o Do not 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 insert.
2. To install, reposition the table
inserts, 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.
Fig. G
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MOUNTING THE MITER SAW
(FIG. H, i)
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handle. Carrying the tool by the
power cord could cause damage
to the insulation or the wire
connections resulting in electric
shock or fire.
To avoid injury from flying debris,
do not allow visitors to stand
near the saw during any cutting
operation.
Support the saw on a level work
surface.
Always 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
four mounting holes. Bolt the base
of the miter saw (1) to the work
surface (5), using the fastening
method as shown in Fig H.
Fig. H
[,_ i 1. Miter saw base
WARNING 2. Hex head bolt
To avoid injury form unexpected 3. Rubber washer
saw movement: 4. Flat washer
o Disconnect the power cord from 5. Workbench
the outlet, and lock the cutting 6. Flat washer
7. Lockwasher
head in the lower position using 8. Hex nut
the stop latch. 9. Jam nut
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 2.
your knees, not from your back.
o Never carry the miter saw by
3
4
1
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NOTE: Mounting hardware is not
included with this tool. Bolts, nuts,
washers, & screws must be purchased
separately.
the power cord or by the switch
For portable use, place the
saw on a 3/4 in. thick piece of
plywood. Bolt the base of the

plywoodusingthemountingholeson
thebase.UseC-clampstoclampthis
mountingboardtoastablework
surfaceattheworksite.(Fig.I)
Fig. I 3/4 Inch
plywood
Fig. J
REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE
BLADE
Removing Blade (Fig. J, K, L)
i,A WARNING]
o To avoid injury from an accidental
start, make sure the switch is in
the OFF position and plug is not
connected to the power source
outlet.
o Only use a 7-1/4 inch diameter
blade.
o NEVER cut metals or masonry
products with this tool. This miter
saw is designed for use on wood
and wood-like products only.
1. Unplug the saw from the outlet.
2. Raise the miter saw to the upright
position.
3. Raise the lower blade guard (1) to
the uppermost position. (Fig. J)
4. While holding the lower blade guard,
loosen the cover plate screw (2) with
a Phillips screwdriver.
5. Rotate the cover plate (3) to expose
the arbor bolt.
6. Place the blade end wrench over the
arbor bolt.
.
8.
Locate the arbor lock (5) below
motor lower cover. (Fig. K)
Press the arbor lock, holding it
in firmly while turning the blade
clockwise. The arbor lock will
then engage and lock the arbor.
Continue to hold the arbor lock,
while turning the wrench clockwise
to loosen the arbor bolt.
Fig. K
9. Remove the arbor bolt (4), the
arbor collar (6), and the blade (7).
Do not remove the inner blade
collar. (Fig. L)
10. Raise the lower clear plastic blade
guard (1) to the upright position
(Eig J) to[emovetheb!ade .