Craftsman MiterMate 137.212260 User manual

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Operator’s Manual
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
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10 in. MiterMate™ MITER SAW
WITH LASER TRAC®
Model No. 137.212260

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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 MiterMate™ Miter Saw................................................... 14
Glossary of Terms .......................................................................... 15
Assembly and Adjustments............................................................. 17
Operation ........................................................................................ 25
Setting up the Tables for Angle Cuts Using the Angle Finder ........ 32
Maintenance ................................................................................... 38
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................... 40
Parts List ........................................................................................ 41
Repair Protection Agreements ........................................................ 47
CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY
If this Craftsman product fails due to a manufacturer’s defect in material or
workmanship with one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears
store, Sears Parts & Repair Service Center, or other Craftsman outlet in the
United States for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible).
This warranty does not include expendable parts such as saw blades which
can wear out from normal use within the warranty period. 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 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
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:
● Lead from lead-based paints
● 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY

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ROTATING TABLE:
Diameter............................................................................. 12-3/4 in.
Miter Detent Stops ............................................................. 0°, 22.5°, 45° R & L
Bevel Positive Stops .......................................................... 0, 45° L
CUTTING CAPACITY:
Crosscut ............................................................................ 2-5/8 in. x 5-9/16 in.
Miter 45° R & L................................................................... 2-5/8 in. x 3-1/2 in.
Bevel 45° L......................................................................... 1-9/16 in. x 5-9/16 in.
45° Miter and 45° Bevel..................................................... 1-9/16 in. x 3-1/2 in.
Crown Molding................................................................... 4-1/4 in.
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.
MOTOR
Power Source .................................................................... 120V, 60Hz, 15A
Speed ................................................................................ 4800RPM (No load)
Brake ................................................................................. Electric
Double Insulated ............................................................... Yes
BLADE SIZE
Diameter............................................................................ 10 in.
Arbor size........................................................................... 5/8 in.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

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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,
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.
SUPPORT AND CLAMP WORK
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE: Failure to keep your hands
away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.
DANGER
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WARNING
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CAUTION
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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.
CAUTION: used without the safety alert symbol indicates
a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in property damage.
SYMBOLS

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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.
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.
5. 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. ALWAYS 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.
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and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or
other 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.
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
instructions for 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. 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.
NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in
compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could
seriously injure you when they
break.
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.
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.
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
DANGER
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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THIS COMPOUND MITER SAW
1. DO NOT USE THIN KERF
BLADES they can deflect and
contact guard and can cause
possible injury to the operator.
2. DO NOT operate the miter saw
until it is completely assembled
and installed according to these
instructions.
3. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly
familiar with the operation of miter
saws, seek guidance from your
supervisor, instructor or other
qualified person.
4. ALWAYS hold the work firmly
against the fence and table.
DO NOT perform any operation
free hand (use clamp wherever
possible).
5. KEEP HANDS out of the path of
the saw blade. If the workpiece you
are cutting would cause your hands
to be within 6 in. of the saw blade,
the workpiece should be clamped
in place before making the cut.
6. BE SURE the blade is sharp, runs
freely and is free of vibration.
7. ALLOW the motor to come up to
full speed before starting a cut.
8. KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS
CLEAN and free of chips or dust.
9. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles
are tight before cutting, even if the
table is positioned in one of the
positive stops.
10. BE SURE both the blade and the
collar are clean and the arbor bolt
is tightened securely.
11. USE only blade collars specified for
your saw.
12. NEVER use blades larger in
diameter than 10 inches.
13. NEVER apply lubricants to the
blade when it is running.
14. ALWAYS check the blade for
cracks or damage before operation.
Replace a cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
15. NEVER use blades recommended
for operation at less than 5000
RPM.
16. ALWAYS keep the blade guards in
place and use at all times.
17. NEVER reach around the saw
blade.
18. MAKE SURE the blade is not
contacting the workpiece before the
switch is turned ON.
19. IMPORTANT: After completing the
cut, release the trigger and wait for
the blade to stop before returning
the saw to the raised position.
20. 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.
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21. NEVER cut metals or masonry
products with this tool. This miter
saw is designed for use on wood
and wood-like products.
22. NEVER cut small pieces. If the
workpiece being cut would cause
your hand or fingers to be within 6 in.
of the saw blade the workpiece is
too small.
23. PROVIDE adequate support to the
sides of the saw table for long work
pieces.
24. NEVER use the miter saw in an
area with flammable liquids or gases.
25. NEVER use solvents to clean
plastic parts. Solvents could
possibly dissolve or otherwise
damage the material.
26. SHUT OFF the power before
servicing or adjusting the tool.
27. DISCONNECT the saw from
the power source and clean the
machine when finished using.
28. MAKE SURE the work area is
clean before leaving the machine.
29. 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.

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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.
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
#14 wire with a 15 A 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.
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
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.
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, 15A
circuit and use a 15 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 is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one
WARNING
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WARNING
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY
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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 #14 wire with a 15 A
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.
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
(When using 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating Total length of Cord
More Than Not More Than 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft.
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
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
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RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
● Use only accessories
recommended for this miter
saw. Follow instructions that
accompany accessories. Use of
improper accessories may cause
hazards.
● The use of any cutting tool
except 10 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.
ACCESSORIES
Visit your Sears Hardware Department
or see the Sears Power and Hand Tool
Catalog to purchase recommended
accessories for this power tool.
WARNING
!● To avoid the risk of personal
injury, do not modify this power
tool or use accessories not
recommended by Sears.
● 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.
WARNING
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

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Phillips Screwdriver
Blade Wrench Adjustable Wrench
Hex Wrench
Combination Square
Supplied Not supplied
Slotted Screwdriver
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY
COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE
Should not gap or overlap when square is flipped over (see dotted figure).
Should not gap or overlap when square
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.
Square Bar

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UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW
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.
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.
●
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® for
replacement parts.
WARNING
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WARNING
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CARTON CONTENTS
MiterMate™
Miter Saw
Angle Finder
Angle Finder Storage Clip
Clamp Dust Bag Blade Wrench

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KNOW YOUR MITERMATETM MITER SAW
Motor
Dust Bag Blade
Bevel Lock Handle
Sliding Fence
Laser Guide
Stop Plate
Hold Plate
Clamp
Switch Handle
Upper Blade Guard
Angle Finder Storage
Table
Extension Wing
Lock Knob
ON/OFF
Tigger
Switch
Lower Blade
Guard
Head Lock
Down Knob
Lock Lever
for Table
Extension
Wing
Lock Knob for
the Sliding Fence
Indicator
Detent
Lock
Knob
Lock Lever
for Table
Detent
Scale

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AMPERAGE (AMPS) – A measure
of the flow of electric current. Higher
ratings generally means the tool is
suited for heavier use.
ANGLE FINDER STORAGE –
Convenient storage to prevent
misplacing the angle finder.
ARBOR LOCK – Allows the user to
keep the blade from rotating while
tightening or loosening the arbor bolt
during blade replacement or removal.
BASE – Supports the table, holds
accessories and allows for workbench
or leg set mounting.
BEVEL LOCKING HANDLE – Locks
the miter saw at a desired bevel angle.
BEVEL SCALE – To measure the
bevel angle of the saw blade 0° to 45°
left.
CARBIDE TIPPED – Extremely hard
steel pieces with sharp cutting edges
fastened to cutting tools such as saw
blades.
CLAMP – Secure the workpiece during
performing cutting.
COVER PLATE SCREW – Loosen this
screw and rotate the plate for access to
the blade arbor bolt.
DOUBLE-INSULATED – A form of
electrical protection featuring two
separate insulation systems to help
protect against electrical shock.
DUAL MITER SCALE – Each
measures the miter angle 0° to 50°
forward and backward.
EXTENSION CORD – 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
eyes. Eye protection should meet the
requirements of ANSI Z.87.1 (USA) or
CSA Z94.3-M88 (Canada).
FACE SHIELD – An impact resistant
shield that helps to protect your face
from chips, sparks, small debris.
Should only be used in conjunction with
additional eye protection.
FENCE – Helps to keep the workpiece
from moving when sawing. Scaled to
assist with accurate cutting.
GUARD – Protective devise that forms
a barrier between a hazardous object
such as a blade, wheel or cutter and
the operator.
HEAD LOCK DOWN KNOB – Locks
the miter saw in the lowered position
for compact storage and transportation.
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.
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.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Extension Wing
Lock Knob

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POSITIVE STOP LOCKING LEVER –
Locks the miter saw at a preset positive
stop for the desired miter angle.
SWITCH HANDLE – The switch
handle contains the trigger switch and
the laser on/off switch. The blade is
lowered into the workpiece by pushing
down on the handle. The saw will
return to its upright position when the
handle is released.
WARNING LABELS – Read and
understand for your own safety. Make
sure all labels are present on machine
and legible.
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.
HEEL – Misalignment of the blade.
KERF – The width of a saw cut,
determined by the thickness and set of
the blade.
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.
WORKPIECE – The wood being
cut. The surfaces of a workpiece are
commonly referred to as faces, ends
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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
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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.
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 head
lock down knob to hold the cutting
head in a down position for cutting
operations.
CUTTING HEAD (FIG. A)
Raising the Cutting Head
1. Push down slightly on the switch
handle (1).
2. Pull out the head lock down knob (2)
out of the locking hole (3).
3. Pull up the switch handle (1) to raise to
the up position.
FIG. A
Locking Cutting Head in Down
Position(FIG. A)
When transporting or storing the miter
saw, the cutting head should always be
locked in the down position.
1. Push the switch handle (1) down to
its lowest position.
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2. Push out the head lock down knob (2)
into the locking hole (3).
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage,
never carry the miter saw by the switch
handle or the cutting arm.
INSTALLING THE DUST BAG (FIG. B)
1. Squeeze the metal collar wings (2) of
the dust bag (1).
2. Place the dust bag neck opening
around the exhaust port (3), and
release the metal collar wings.
FIG. B
INSTALLING THE CLAMP (FIG. C)
NOTE: The clamp is used to secure the
workpiece during cutting operations.
1. Install the clamp on the saw by
inserting the fixed shaft (1) into one
of the holes (2) provided in the miter
saw base.
FIG. C
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STORING THE ANGLE FINDER
(FIG. D)
Mounting the Storage Clips
The storage clips are used to store the
angle finder.
1. Install the wider storage clip (1) by
threading the bolt (2) into the hole
provided upon the rear end of the
switch handle (3).
2. Install the narrower storage clip (4)
by threading the bolt into the hole
provided upon the front end of the
switch handle.
3. Place the angle finder into the two
storage clips for storage.
FIG. D
Storing the MiterMate™ angle finder
(Fig. D-1)
4. Loosen the knob (5) on the
MiterMate™ angle finder to fold up
the paddles (6), then tighten the
knob to lock the paddles.
5. Move and place the angle finder
onto the storage clips (1) installed
upon the switch handle for storage
as shown.
Fig. D-1
SAW BLADE WRENCH (FIG. E)
For convenient storage and prevention
of loss, there is a slot (1) in the rear
of the switch handle (2) for storing the
blade wrench (3) when not in use.
REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE
BLADE
Only use a 10-inch diameter blade.
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.
Removing Blade (Fig. F, G, H)
1. Unplug the saw from the outlet.
2. Allow the cutting head to rise to the
upright position. Raise the lower
blade guard (1) to the up position.
(Fig. F)
3. Loosen the cover plate screw (2)
with a Phillips screwdriver.
4. Rotate the cover plate (3) towards
the rear of the tool to expose the
arbor bolt (4).
5. Place the blade wrench over the
arbor bolt.
Fig. F
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FIG. E

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6. Locate the arbor lock (5) on the
motor, below the switch handle. (Fig. G)
7. Press the arbor lock, holding it
in firmly while turning the blade
wrench clockwise. The arbour lock
will engage after turning the wrench.
Continue to hold the arbor lock in
to keep it engaged, while turning
the wrench clockwise to loosen the
arbor bolt.
Fig. G
8. Remove the arbor bolt (8), outer
blade collar (6), and the blade (7).
Do not remove the inner blade
collar. (Fig. H)
NOTE: Pay attention to the pieces
removed, noting their position and
direction they face. Wipe the blade
collars clean of any sawdust before
installing the new blade.
Fig. H
Installing Blade (Fig. F, G, H)
1. Install a 10 in. blade with a 5/8 in.
arbor making sure the rotation
arrow on the blade matches the
clockwise rotation arrow on the
upper guard, and the blade teeth
are pointing downward.
2. Place the blade collar (6) against
the blade and on the arbor. Thread
the arbor bolt (8) onto the arbor in a
counterclockwise direction. (Fig. H)
IMPORTANT: Make sure the flats of
the blade collars are engaged with
the flats on the arbor shaft. Also, the
flat side of the blade collar must be
placed against the blade.
3. Place the blade wrench on the arbor
bolt.
4. Press the arbor lock (5), holding
it in firmly while turning the blade
counterclockwise. When arbor
lock engages, continue to press it
in while tightening the arbor bolt
securely. (Fig. G)
5. Rotate the cover plate (3) back to its
original position until the slot in the
cover plate engages with the cover
plate screw (2). While holding the
lower blade guard, tighten the screw
with a Phillips screwdriver. (Fig. F)
NOTE: The lower blade guard must
be raised to the upright position to
access the cover plate screw.
6. Lower the blade guard (1) and verify
that the operation of the guard does
not bind or stick.
7. Be sure the arbor lock is released so
the blade turns freely.
● To avoid injury, never use the saw
without the cover plate secure
in place. It keeps the arbor bolt
from falling out if it accidentally
loosens, and helps prevent the
spinning blade from coming off
the saw.
● Make sure the collars are clean
and properly arranged. Lower the
blade into the table and check for
any contact with the metal base
or the turn table.
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MOUNTING THE MITER SAW
(FIG. I, J, K)
To avoid injury from unexpected
saw movement:
● Before moving the saw, disconnect
the power cord from the outlet, and
lock the cutting arm in the lower
position using the head lock down
knob.
NOTE: The head lock down knob is for
carrying or storing the tool. It is not to be
used for holding the saw while cutting.
Lower blade and press in head lock
down knob to secure saw for transport or
storage.
● 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 wire connections
resulting in electric shock or fire.
● To avoid injury from flying debris, do
not allow visitors to stand behind the
saw.
● Place the saw on a firm, level work-
surface where there is room for
handling and properly supporting
the workpiece.
● Support the saw on a level work
surface.
● Bolt or clamp the saw to its support.
Place the saw in the desired
location, either on a work bench or
recommended leg set. The base of the
saw has three mounting holes (10).
(Fig. J)
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 three mounting holes. Bolt
the base of the miter saw (1) to the
work surface (5), using the fastening
method as shown in Fig. I.
WARNING
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Fig. J
NOTE: Mounting hardware is not
included with this tool. Bolts, nuts,
washers, and screws must be
purchased separately.
2. 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. K
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10
1. Miter saw base
2. Hex head bolt
3. Rubber washer
4. Flat washer
5. Workbench
6. Flat washer
7. Lockwasher
8. Hex nut
9. Jam nut
Fig. I
3/4 Inch
Plywood
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