Delta 36-075 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
10" Compound
Power Miter Saw
(Model 36-075)
PART NO. 899908-0010
Copyright © 2000 Delta Machinery
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SAFETY RULES
Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain
hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possi-
bility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result.
Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards, goggles, dust masks and hearing protection can reduce
your potential for injury. But even the best guard won’t make up for poor judgment, carelessness or inattention. Always use com-
mon sense and exercise caution in the workshop. If a procedure feels dangerous, don’t try it. Figure out an alternative procedure
that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your responsibility.
This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not be modified
and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular applica-
tion, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.
Technical Service Manager
Delta Machinery
4825 Highway 45 North
Jackson, TN 38305
(IN CANADA: 505 SOUTHGATE DRIVE, GUELPH, ONTARIO N1H 6M7)
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the tool’s
application and limitations as well as the specific hazards pecu-
liar to it.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from tool before turning it “on”.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
6. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep work area well-lighted.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and
visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF – with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys.
9. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a
job for which it was not designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neck-
ties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving
parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
12.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.Wear safety glasses.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they
are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty. These safety glasses must conform to ANSI
Z87.1 requirements. Note: Approved glasses have Z87 printed
or stamped on them.
13. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to
operate tool.
14. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of acces-
sories and attachments not recommended by Delta may cause
hazards or risk of injury to persons.
18. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in power
cord.
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the
tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function – check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.
21. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
22. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
23. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
24. MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER
SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected or re-
connected.
25. THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood prod-
ucts can be injurious to your health. Always operate machinery in
well ventilated areas and provide for proper dust removal. Use
wood dust collection systems whenever possible.
26. WARNING: SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER
SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING, AND OTHER
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
· lead from lead-based paints,
· crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry
products, and
· 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR
MITER SAWS
1. USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW BLADES.
WHEN USING CARBIDE TIPPED BLADES, MAKE
SURE THEY HAVE A NEGATIVE HOOK ANGLE. DO
NOT USE BLADES WITH DEEP GULLETS AS THEY
CAN DEFLECT AND CONTACT GUARD.
2. DO NOT OPERATE the miter saw until it is com-
pletely assembled and installed according to the instruc-
tions.
3. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the oper-
ation of compound miter saws, obtain advice from your
supervisor, instructor or other qualified person.
4. DO NOT perform any operation freehand. Secure or
clamp workpiece firmly against fence.
5. KEEP HANDS OUT OF PATH of saw blade. If the
workpiece you are cutting would cause your hand to be
within hazard zone of the saw blade, the workpiece
should be clamped in place before making cut.
6. BE SURE blade is sharp, runs freely and is free of
vibration.
7. ALLOW the motor to come up to full speed before
starting cut.
8. KEEP motor air slots clean and free of chips.
9. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all clamp handles are tight
before cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of
the positive stops.
10. BE SURE blade and flanges are clean and that
arbor screw is tightened securely.
11. USE only blade flanges specified for your saw.
12. NEVER use blades larger or smaller in diameter than
ten inches.
13. NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is
running.
14. ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace cracked or damaged blade
immediately.
15. NEVER use blades recommended for operation at
less than 6000 RPM.
16. DO NOT operate the saw without guards in place.
17. ALWAYS keep the lower blade guard in place and
operating properly.
18. NEVER reach around or behind saw blade.
19. MAKE SURE blade is not contacting workpiece
before switch is turned on.
20. NEVER lock the switch in the “ON” position.
21. AFTER COMPLETING CUT, release power switch
and wait for coasting blade to stop before returning saw
to raised position.
22. TURN OFF tool and wait for saw blade to stop
before moving workpiece or changing settings.
23. DO NOT remove jammed or cut-off pieces until blade
has stopped.
24. NEVER cut ferrous metals or masonry.
25. NEVER recut small pieces.
26. PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw
table for long workpieces.
27. NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable
liquids or gases.
28. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the materi-
al. Only a soft damp cloth should be used to clean plas-
tic parts.
29. DISCONNECT power before changing blades or
servicing.
30. DISCONNECT saw from power source and clean
the machine before leaving it.
31. MAKE SURE the work area is cleaned before leav-
ing the machine.
32. THE USE of attachments and accessories not rec-
ommended by Delta may result in the risk of injuries.
33. SHOULD any part of your miter saw be missing,
damaged or fail in any way, or any electrical component
fail to perform properly, shut off switch and remove plug
from power supply outlet. Replace missing, damaged or
failed parts before resuming operation.
34. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe
and proper operation of this product is available from
the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive,
Itasca, IL 60143-3201, in the Accident Prevention
Manual for Industrial Operation and also in the Safety
Data Sheets provided by the NSC. Please also refer to
the American National Standard Institute ANSI 01.1
Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machinery and
the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213
Regulations.
35. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them often
and use them to instruct others.

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UNPACKING
1. Remove the miter saw and all loose items from the
carton. IMPORTANT: DO NOT LIFT THE MITER SAW
BY THE SWITCH HANDLE AS THIS MAY CAUSE
MISALIGNMENT. ALWAYS LIFT THE MACHINE BY
THE BASE OR CARRYING HANDLE. Fig. 2 illustrates
the machine and all loose items after they have been
removed from the carton.
1 - Miter Saw
2 - Dust Bag
3 - Wrenches for changing the blade
4 - Table lock handle
Fig. 2
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE MITER SAW TO THE POWER
SOURCE UNTIL THE MACHINE IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU HAVE READ AND
UNDERSTOOD THE ENTIRE OWNER’S MANUAL.
ASSEMBLING TABLE LOCK HANDLE
Fig. 3
Fig. 5Fig. 4
1. Thread table lock handle (A) Fig. 3, into the threaded
hole (B) of the arm bracket (C).
2. Figure 4, illustrates the table lock handle (A) assem-
bled to the saw.
ROTATING TABLE TO
90 DEGREE POSITION
1. Loosen table lock handle (A) Fig. 4, one or two turns
and depress index lever (B) to release 45 degree positive
stop.
2. Rotate table to the left until index stop engages with
the 90 degree positive stop as shown in Fig. 5. Then
tighten table lock handle (A).
A
B
C
B
AA

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Fig. 6 Fig. 7
Fig. 8
FASTENING MACHINE TO SUPPORTING SURFACE
Fig. 9
MOVING CUTTINGHEAD TO THE UP POSITION
1. Push down on switch handle (A) Fig. 6, and pull out cuttinghead lock knob (B).
2. The cuttinghead (C) can then be moved to the up position, as shown in Fig. 7.
ASSEMBLING
DUST BAG
1. Assemble dust bag (A) Fig. 8, to the dust spout (B)
making sure the wire ring (C) is engaged with the groove
in the spout.
Before operating your compound miter saw, make sure
it is firmly mounted to a sturdy workbench or other
supporting surface. Four holes are provided, two of
which are shown at (A) Fig. 9, for fastening the saw to a
supporting surface.
When frequently moving the saw from place to place we
suggest that the saw be mounted to a 3/4″piece of
plywood. The saw can then be easily moved from place
to place and the plywood clamped to the supporting
surface using “C” clamps.
A
BC
A
CB
A
A

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CONNECTING SAW TO POWER SOURCE
POWER CONNECTIONS
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be
protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-
prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug. Before connecting the motor to the
power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same charac-
teristics as indicated on the tool. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low voltage will dam-
age the motor.
MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
Your miter saw is wired for 110-120 volt, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the miter saw to the power
source, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position. The motor provides a no-load speed of 5200 RPM.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Fig. 10 Fig. 11
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
PRONGS
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
MEANS
ADAPTER
2. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use
on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than
150 volts:
This tool is intended for use on a normal 120-volt circuit
and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illus-
trated in Fig. 10.
If a properly grounded outlet is not available, a tempo-
rary adapter, shown in Fig. 11, may be used for con-
necting the 3-prong grounding type plug to a 2-prong
receptacle. The temporary adapter should be used only
until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a
qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or
the like extending from the adapter must be connected
to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must
be held in place with a metal screw.
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is
not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.
WARNING: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN
THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY
GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE HAVE A
CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.
1. All grounded, cord-connected tools:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped
with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the out-
let, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electri-
cian.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding con-
ductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor
with insulation having an outer surface that is green with
or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding con-
ductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug
is necessary, do not connect the equipment grounding
conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if
the grounding instructions are not completely under-
stood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly
grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles that accept
the tool’s plug, as shown in Fig. 10.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

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Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord
which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and a 3-pole
receptacle which will accept the tool’s plug. When using
an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current of the saw. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power
and overheating. Fig. 12, shows the correct gage to use
depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier
the cord.
Fig. 12
0-6
0-6
0-6
0-6
120
120
120
120
up to 25
25-50
50-100
100-150
18 AWG
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
Ampere
Rating
Volts Total Length of
Cord in Feet
Gage of
Extension Cord
6-10
6-10
6-10
6-10
120
120
120
120
up to 25
25-50
50-100
100-150
18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
10-12
10-12
10-12
10-12
120
120
120
120
up to 25
25-50
50-100
100-150
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
12-16
12-16
12-16
120
120
120
up to 25
25-50
14 AWG
12 AWG
GREATER THAN 50’ NOT RECOMMENDED
0-6
0-6
0-6
0-6
6-10
6-10
6-10
6-10
10-12
10-12
10-12
10-12
12-16
12-16
12-16
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
240
up to 50
50-100
100-200
200-300
up to 50
50-100
100-200
200-300
up to 50
50-100
100-200
200-300
up to 50
50-100
18 AWG
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
GREATER THAN 100’ NOT RECOMMENDED
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
EXTENSION CORDS
RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD SIZES FOR USE
WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC TOOLS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOREWORD
Delta Model 36-075 is a 10" Compound Power Miter Saw designed to cut wood. Compound angle and bevel cutting are
easy and accurate. It can crosscut up to 5-3/4" x 2-3/8", miter at 45 both left and right 4-1/8" x 2-3/8", bevel at 45 left
5-7/8" x 1-9/16", and compound 45 x 45, 4-1/8" x 1-9/16". It has positive miter at 0, 22.5, and 45 degrees both left and
right, and bevel stops at 0 and 45 degrees adjustable.

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OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
Fig. 14
Fig. 13
STARTING AND
STOPPING MACHINE
To start the machine, depress switch trigger (A) Fig. 13.
To stop the machine, release the switch trigger.
This miter saw is equipped with an automatic electric
blade brake. As soon as the switch trigger (A) Fig. 13, is
released, the electric brake is activated and stops the
blade in seconds.
WARNING: A TURNING SAW BLADE CAN BE
HAZARDOUS. AFTER COMPLETING CUT, RELEASE
SWITCH TRIGGER (A) FIG. 13, TO ACTIVATE BLADE
BRAKE. KEEP CUTTINGHEAD DOWN UNTIL BLADE
HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.
WARNING: THE TORQUE DEVELOPED DURING
BRAKING MAY LOOSEN THE ARBOR SCREW. THE
ARBOR SCREW SHOULD BE CHECKED PERIOD-
ICALLY AND TIGHTENED IF NECESSARY.
LOCKING SWITCH IN
THE “OFF” POSITION
IMPORTANT: When the miter saw is not in use, the
switch should be locked in the “OFF” position using a
padlock (B) Fig. 14, (with 3/16" diameter shackle)
through the two holes in the switch plate, as shown in (A)
Fig. 13. NOTE: Padlock shown is available as accessory
Model 50-325.
B
A
TABLE HAZARD AREA
WARNING: THE AREA INSIDE THE TWO RED LINES (A) FIG. BB, ON THE TABLE IS DESIGNATED AS A
HAZARD ZONE. NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS INSIDE THIS AREA WHILE THE TOOL IS BEING OPERATED.
Fig. BB
A

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Fig. 15 Fig. 16
ROTATING TABLE FOR MITER CUTTING
Your miter saw will cut any angle from a straight 90 degree cut to 47 degrees right and
left. Simply loosen lock handle (A) Fig. 15, one or two turns, depress index lever (B)
and move the control arm to the desired angle. THEN TIGHTEN LOCK HANDLE (A).
The miter saw is equipped with positive stops at the 0, 22-1/2, and 45 degree right
and left positions. Simply loosen lock handle (A) Fig. 15, and move the control arm
until the bottom of the index lever (B) engages into one of the positive stops, four of
which are shown at (C). THEN TIGHTEN LOCK HANDLE (A). To disengage the posi-
tive stop, depress index lever (B).
In addition, a triangle indicator (D) Fig. 17, is provided on the miter scale at the 31-5/8
right and left miter positions for cutting crown moulding. Refer to the “CUTTING
CROWN MOULDING” section of this manual.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS TIGHTEN LOCK HANDLE (A) FIG. 16, BEFORE CUTTING.
Fig. 17
POINTER AND SCALE
A pointer (E) Fig. 17, is supplied which indicates the
actual angle of cut. Each line on the scale (F) represents
1 degree. In effect, when the pointer is moved from one
line to the next on the scale, the angle of cut is changed
by 1 degree.
ADJUSTING POINTER
If it becomes necessary to adjust the pointer (E) Fig. 17,
simply loosen screw (G), adjust the pointer accordingly
and tighten screw (G).
F
E
G
A
B
A
C
D

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Fig. 19 Fig. 20
REAR SUPPORT/CARRYING HANDLE
A rear support bar (A) Fig. 19, is provided to prevent the miter saw from tipping to the rear when the cut-
tinghead is returned to the up position after a cut has been made. For maximum support the bar (A) should
be pulled out as far as possible.
The support bar (A) also acts as a carrying handle, as shown in Fig. 20, when transporting the saw.
TILTING CUTTINGHEAD FOR BEVEL CUTTING
The cuttinghead of your compound miter saw can be tilted to cut any bevel angle from a 90 degree straight
cut off to a 45 degree left bevel angle by loosening bevel lock handle (A) Fig. 18, tilting cutting arm (B) to the
desired angle and tightening lock handle (A).
Positive stops are provided to rapidly position the saw blade at 90 and 45 degrees to the table. Refer to the
section of this manual titled “ADJUSTING 90 AND 45 DEGREE BEVEL STOPS.” The bevel angle of the
cutting arm is determined by the position of the pointer (C) Fig. 18, on the scale (D).
In addition, a triangle indicator is provided on the bevel scale at the 33-7/8 degree bevel angle for cutting
crown moulding. Refer to the “CUTTING CROWN MOULDING” section of this manual.
Fig. 18
B
D
CA
A
A

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Fig. 21
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
ADJUSTING BLADE
PARALLEL TO TABLE SLOT
1. DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE POWER
SOURCE.
2. Lower the cutting arm. The saw blade (A) Fig. 21,
should be parallel to the left edge (B) of the table opening.
3. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen three screws
(C) Fig. 21, and move the cutting arm until the blade is
parallel with the left edge (B) of the table opening. Then
tighten the three screws (C).
ADJUSTING FENCE
90 DEGREES TO BLADE
If the fence (A) Fig. 22, is ever removed from the saw it
should be adjusted so it is 90 degrees to the blade when
it is replaced, as follows:
1. DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE POWER
SOURCE.
2. This adjustment should be made only after the blade
has been adjusted parallel to table opening, as previ-
ously explained.
3. Using a square (B) Fig. 22, place one end of the
square against the fence (A) and the other end against
the slot in the table as shown.
4. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the four
screws (C) Fig. 23, and adjust fence 90 degrees to the
table opening. Then tighten the four screws (C).
ADJUSTING DOWNWARD
TRAVEL OF SAW BLADE
1. DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE POWER
SOURCE.
2. The downward travel of the saw blade should be
limited to prevent the saw blade from contacting any
metal surfaces of the machine. This adjustment is
made by loosening locknut (A) Fig. 24, and turning
adjusting screw (B) in or out.
3. When making this adjustment, MAKE SURE THE
MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SOURCE and lower the blade as far as pos-
sible. Rotate the blade by hand to make certain the
teeth do not contact any metal surfaces and adjust if
necessary.
4. After the downward travel of the saw blade has been
adjusted, tighten locknut (A)
CB
A
AA
B
C
C
B
A

ADJUSTING 90 AND 45
DEGREE BEVEL STOPS
1. DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE POWER
SOURCE.
2. Loosen bevel lock handle and move the cutting arm
all the way to the right, then tighten the bevel lock handle.
3. Using a square (A) Fig. 25, place one end of the
square on the table and the other end against the blade.
Check to see if the blade is at 90 degrees to the table,
as shown in Fig. 25.
4. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen locknut (B)
Fig. 26, and turn screw (C) until head of screw (C) con-
tacts casting (D) when blade is 90 degrees to the table.
Then tighten locknut (B).
5. Loosen bevel lock handle and move the cutting arm
all the way to the left bevel position and tighten bevel
lock handle.
6. Using a combination square (A) Fig. 27, check to
see if the blade is at 45 degrees to the table, as shown.
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Fig. 25
Fig. 26
Fig. 27 Fig. 28
7. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen locknut (E)
Fig. 28, and turn screw (F) until screw (F) contacts casting
(G) when blade is 45 degrees to the table. Then tighten
locknut (E).
8. These positive stops enable you to rapidly position
the blade at the 90 and 45 degree bevel angle to the
table.
A
C
B
D
A
E
F
G
B
A
Fig. 28A
ADJUSTING TENSION
OF CUTTINGHEAD
RETURN SPRING
The tension of the cuttinghead return spring has been
adjusted at the factory so the cuttinghead returns to the
up position after a cut has been made. If it ever becomes
necessary to re-adjust the spring tension, proceed as fol-
lows:
1. Loosen locknut (A) Fig. 28A, and turn screw (B)
clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease
the spring tension. After the spring tension has been
adjusted, tighten locknut (A).

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Fig. 29
LOCKING CUTTINGHEAD
IN THE DOWN POSITION
When transporting the saw, the cuttinghead should
always be locked in the down position. This can be
accomplished by lowering the cutting arm (A) Fig. 29,
and pushing in plunger (B) until other end of plunger (B)
engages with hole in cutting arm. IMPORTANT: NEVER
CARRY THE COMPOUND MITER SAW BY THE
SWITCH HANDLE. THIS MAY CAUSE MISALIGN-
MENT. ALWAYS LIFT THE MACHINE BY THE BASE
OR THE CARRYING HANDLE.
TYPICAL OPERATIONS AND HELPFUL HINTS
1. Before cutting, make certain the cutting arm and table are at their correct settings and
firmly locked in place.
2. Before cutting, determine that the workpiece is the right size for the saw.
3. Place the workpiece on the table and hold or clamp it firmly against the fence. Fig. 30,
illustrates the accessory 36-221 work clamp (A) being used to clamp a workpiece to the fence.
The clamp (A) can also be used on the right side of the machine.
4. For best results, cut at a slow, even cutting rate.
5. WARNING: If the workpiece you are cutting would cause your hand to be within the haz-
ard zone of of the saw blade, the workpiece should be clamped in place before making cut. See
Fig. 30.
6. Never attempt any freehand cutting (wood that is not held firmly against the fence and table).
Fig. 30
A
A
B

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Fig. 31
Fig. 32
Fig. 33
Fig. 34
AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE
WARNING: When performing multiple or repetitive
cut-off operations that result in small cut-off pieces, one
inch or less, it is possible for the saw blade to catch the
cut-off pieces and project them out of the machine or
into the blade guard and housing, possibly causing
damage or injury. In order to limit the possibility of per-
sonal injury or blade guard damage, an auxiliary wood
fence can be mounted to your saw as follows:
Holes are provided in the fence to attach an auxiliary
fence (A) Fig. 31. This auxiliary fence is constructed of
straight wood approximately 1/2 inch thick by 3 inches
high by 20 inches long. NOTE: The auxiliary fence (A) is
used ONLY with the saw blade in the 0 degree bevel
position (90 degrees to the table). When bevel cutting
(blade tilted) the auxiliary fence will have to be removed.
GENERAL CUTTING
OPERATIONS
1. Your compound miter saw has the capacity to cut
standard 2 x 6’s at the straight 90 degree cut-off posi-
tion, as shown in Fig. 32, or at the 45 degree bevel posi-
tion, as shown in Fig. 33.
2. Cutting a standard 4 x 4 is easily accomplished with
your compound miter saw, as shown in Fig. 34.
AA

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Fig. 35
Fig. 36
CUTTING ALUMINUM
Aluminum extrusions such as used for making aluminum
screens and storm windows can easily be cut with your
compound miter saw. When cutting aluminum extrusions,
or other sections that can be cut with a saw blade and are
within the capacity of the machine, position the material
so the blade is cutting through the smallest cross-
section, as shown in Fig. 35. The wrong way to cut
aluminum angles is illustrated in Fig. 36. Be sure to apply
a stick wax (similar to Johnson’s stick wax #140) to the
blade before cutting any aluminum stock. This stick wax
is available at most industrial mill supply houses. The
stick wax provides proper lubrication and keeps chips
from adhering to the blade.
WARNING: NEVER APPLY LUBRICANT TO THE
BLADE WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING.
FENCE BLADE
WRONG
FENCE
BLADE
RIGHT
CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL
When cutting flat pieces, first check to see if the material is bowed. If it is, make sure the material
is positioned on the table as shown in Fig. 37.
If the material is positioned the wrong way, as shown in Fig. 38, the workpiece will pinch the blade
near the completion of the cut.
Fig. 37
Fig. 38
RIGHT
WRONG

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Fig. 39
Fig. 40
Fig. 41
Fig. 42
CUTTING
CROWN MOULDING
One of the many features of your saw is the ease of
cutting crown moulding.The following is an example of
cutting both inside and outside corners on 52/38 degree
wall angle crown moulding. NOTE: When cutting 45 degree
wall angle crown moulding, the following procedure for
inside and outside corners is the same with the excep-
tion that the bevel position will always be at 30 degrees
and the miter position will be 35-1/4 degrees to the right
or left.
1. Move the table to the 31-5/8 degree right miter posi-
tion and lock the table in position. NOTE: A triangle indi-
cator is provided on the miter scale to find this angle
quickly.
2. Tilt the saw blade to the 33-7/8 degree left bevel
position and tighten bevel lock handle. NOTE: A triangle
indicator is provided on the bevel scale to find this angle
quickly.
3. Place the crown moulding on the table with the
CEILING EDGE of the moulding against the fence, and
make the cut, as shown in Fig. 39. NOTE: The piece of
crown moulding used for the outside corner will always
be on the right hand side of the blade, as shown at (A)
Fig. 39. The piece of crown moulding used for the inside
corner will always be on the left hand side of the blade,
as shown at (B) Fig. 39.
4. To make the matching halves of the inside and out-
side corners, simply rotate the table to the 31-5/8
degree left miter position and tighten table lock handle.
NOTE: A triangle indicator is provided on the miter scale
to find this angle quickly.
5. Place the crown moulding on the table with the
WALL EDGE of the crown moulding against the fence
and make the cut. Again, the piece of crown moulding
used for the outside corner will always be on the right
side of the blade, as shown at (C) Fig. 40. The piece of
crown moulding used for the inside corner will always be
on the left side of the blade, as shown at (D) Fig. 40.
6. Fig. 41, illustrates the two outside corner pieces; (A)
being the piece cut at (A) Fig. 41, and (C) being the piece
cut at (C) Fig. 41.
7. Fig. 42, illustrates the two inside corner pieces; (B)
being the piece cut at (B) Fig. 42, and (D) being the piece
cut at (D) Fig. 42.
A
B
C
D
CA
D
B

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Fig. 45
Fig. 46
MAINTENANCE
CHANGING THE BLADE
WARNING: USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW
BLADES. WHEN USING CARBIDE TIPPED BLADES,
DO NOT USE BLADES WITH DEEP GULLETS AS THEY
CAN DEFLECT AND CONTACT THE GUARD. USE ONLY
10″″DIAMETER SAW BLADES WHICH ARE RATED FOR
6000 RPM OR HIGHER AND HAVE 5/8″″DIAMETER
ARBOR HOLES.
1. DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER
SOURCE.
2. Remove screw (A) Fig. 43, and rotate cover (B) to the
rear as shown in Fig. 44.
3. To remove the saw blade, insert hex wrench (C)
Fig. 45, into the hex hole located on the rear end of the
arbor shaft, to keep the shaft from turning.
4. Using wrench (D) Fig. 46, loosen arbor screw (E) by
turning it clockwise.
5. Remove arbor screw (E) Fig. 46, outside blade
flange (F) and saw blade (G) from saw arbor.
6. Assemble new saw blade MAKING CERTAIN TEETH
OF SAW BLADE ARE POINTING DOWN AT THE
FRONT and reassemble outside blade flange (F) Fig. 46,
and arbor screw (E) by turning it counterclockwise using
wrench (D) Fig. 46. At the same time use hex wrench (C)
Fig. 45, to keep the arbor from turning.
7. Replace screw and cover that was rotated to the
rear in STEP 2.
WARNING: REMOVE WRENCHES (C) FIG. 45, AND
(D) FIG. 46, BEFORE TURNING ON THE POWER.
C
Fig. 43
Fig. 44
BA
B
F
E
D
G

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Fig. 47
Fig. 48
Fig. 49
BRUSH INSPECTION
AND REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: BEFORE INSPECTING THE BRUSHES,
DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER
SOURCE.
Brush life varies. It depends on the load on the motor.
Check the brushes after the first 50 hours of use for a
new machine or after a new set of brushes has been
installed. After the first check, examine them after about
10 hours of use until such time that replacement is nec-
essary. To inspect the brushes, proceed as follows:
1. Remove three screws (A) Fig. 47, and remove motor
cover (B).
3. Fig. 49, illustrates one of the brushes (E) removed
from the holder (C). When the carbon on either brush (E)
is worn to 3/16″in length or if either spring (F) or shunt
wire is burned or damaged in any way, replace both
brushes. If the brushes are found serviceable after re-
moving, reinstall them in the same position as removed.
2. The brushes are located in the two holders (C) Fig. 48.
Remove spade type terminal connector (D) and pull out
brush holders (C).
C
D
C
E
F
A
B
A

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