General International MS3008 Parts list manual

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SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
Model #
General International Power Products, LLC
6243 Industrial Parkway
Whitehouse, OH 43571 USA
website: www.gipowerproducts.com
FEATURES
• Precision cuts with laser
alignment system
• Comfortable horizontal D-Handle
• Bevel cuts up to 45°left
• Miter cuts up to 45°
left and right
• 12 in. saw blade with
carbide-tipped teeth
• Powerful 15 A motor
With:
• Adjustable cut-depth for dados
• Shaft lock for trouble-free blade
changes
• Easy-access
motor brushes
Includes:
• Dust bag
• Hold down clamp
• Table side extensions
SPECIFICATIONS
• 120 V ~ 60 Hz 15 A motor
• No-load speed: 4200 rpm
• Maximum cut capacity:
12-1/4" x 4"
(311 x 101.6 mm)
MS3008
12 Inch Single Bevel
Sliding Compound
Miter Saw

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THANK YOU
for choosing this General International machine. This tool has been
carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if properly used and
maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service. To ensure
optimum performance and trouble-free operation, and to get the most
from your investment, please take the time to read this manual before
assembling, installing and operating the unit.
The manual’s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation, basic
function, and features of this tool as well as the set-up, maintenance and
identication of its parts and components. This manual is not intended
as a substitute for formal woodworking instruction, nor to o󰀨er the user
instruction in the craft of woodworking. If you are not sure about the safety
of performing a certain operation or procedure, do not proceed until you
can conrm, from knowledgeable and qualied sources, that it is safe to do so.
Once you’ve read through these instructions, keep this manual handy for
future reference.
GENERAL®INTERNATIONAL
WARRANTY
All component parts of General®International products are carefully
inspected during all stages of production and each unit is thoroughly
inspected upon completion of assembly.
2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
All products are warranted for a period of 2 years (24 months) from the
date of purchase. General®International agrees to repair or replace any
part or component which upon examination, proves to be defective in
either workmanship or material to the original purchaser during this 2-year
warranty period, subject to the “conditions and exceptions” as listed below.
Repairs made without the written consent of General International will void
the warranty.
DISCLAIMER
The information and specications in this manual pertain to the unit as
it was supplied from the factory at the time of printing. Because we are
committed to making constant improvements, General International
reserves the right to make changes to components, parts or features of
this unit as deemed necessary, without prior notice and without obligation
to install any such changes on previously delivered units. Reasonable care
is taken at the factory to ensure that the specications and information in
this manual corresponds with that of the unit with which it was supplied.
However, special orders and “after factory” modications may render some
or all information in this manual inapplicable to your machine. Further, as
several generations of this tool model and several versions of this manual
may be in circulation, if you own an earlier or later version of this unit, this
manual may not depict your machine exactly. If you have any doubts or
questions contact your retailer or our support line with the model and serial
number of your unit for clarication.
TO FILE A CLAIM
To le a claim under our Standard 2-year Limited Warranty, all defective
parts, components or machinery must be returned freight or postage
prepaid to General®International, or to a nearby distributor, repair center
or other location designated by General®International. For further details
contact our service department: USA toll-free [phone] or (419)
877-5234 / Canada toll-free [phone] or [phone] or through
our website: www.gipowerproducts.com.
Along with the return of the product being claimed for warranty, a copy of
the original proof of purchase and a “letter of claim” must be included (a
warranty claim form can also be used and can be obtained, upon request,
from General®International or an authorized distributor) clearly stating
the model and serial number of the unit (if applicable) and including
an explanation of the complaint or presumed defect in material or
workmanship.
CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS
This coverage is extended to the original purchaser only. Prior warranty
registration is not required but documented proof of purchase, i.e. a copy
of original sales invoice or receipt showing the date and location of the
purchase as well as the purchase price paid, must be provided at the time
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Warranty does not include failures, breakage or defects deemed after
inspection by General®International to have been directly or indirectly
caused by or resulting from; improper use, or lack of or improper
maintenance, misuse or abuse, negligence, accidents, damage in
handling or transport, or normal wear and tear of any generally considered
consumable parts or components.
Repairs made without the written consent of General®International will
void all warranty.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before attempting to operate your new tool, please read these instructions
thoroughly. You will need these instructions for the safety warnings,
precautions, assembly, operation, maintenance procedures, parts list and
diagrams. Keep your invoice with these instructions. Write the invoice
number on the inside of front cover. Keep the instructions and invoice in a
safe, dry place for future reference.
THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS discussed
in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions or
situations that could occur. It must be understood by the operator that
common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible
hazards. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve
your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not, by
themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give
are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
DANGER! Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Indicates an imminently risky situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor injuries or slight injury. It may also be used to notify
the user to remain alert regarding unsafe practises which may cause
property damage.
WARRANTY................................................2
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ................... 4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR
COMPOUND MITER SAW ....................5
LASER SAFETY.........................................6
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ..................7
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 8
ASSEMBLY .................................................9
OPERATING PROCEDURES....................10
POWER SOURCE CONNECTION............ 10
USING YOUR SAW .................................... 11
START UP ................................................... 11
MODES OF USE.........................................12
CUTTING MOLDING.................................. 14
MAINTENANCE..........................................17
MOUNTING AND REMOVING
THE BLADE.............................................17
REPLACING THE CARBON BRUSHES.. 18
CALIBRATION OF CUT.............................18
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE................. 19
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..................20
PARTS LIST................................................ 22
EXPLODED DRAWING................................. 24
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
1.KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2.CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use bench tools in damp, wet, or poorly lit locations. Don’t
expose your tool to rain. Keep the work area well lit. Don’t use tools in
the presence of ammable gases or liquids.
3.KEEP CHILDREN AND BY STANDERS AWAY.
All children should be kept away from the work area. Don’t let them
handle machines, tools or extension cords. Visitors can be a distraction
and are di󰀩cult to protect from injury.
4.GROUNDED TOOLS
must be plugged into an outlet that itself is properly installed and
grounded. Grounding provides a low-resistance path to carry electricity
to ground away from the operator, should the tool malfunction
electrically. Do not remove the grounding prong from the plug or alter
the plug in any way. If in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded according to code, check with a qualied electrician.
5.GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces: pipes, radiators, ranges,
and refrigerator enclosures. When your body is grounded the risk of
electric shock increases. When working wherever “live” electrical wires
may be encountered, try to ascertain whether there is a danger of
shock. Even so, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL
while using it. Hold the tool only by the plastic grip to prevent electric
shock if you contact a live wire.
6.DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD.
Never carry your bench tool by the cord or pull on the cord to unplug it.
Protect the cord from potential sources of damage: heat, oil & solvents,
sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.
7.WHEN WORKING OUTDOORS,
USE AN OUTDOOR-RATED EXTENSION CORD. An extension cord
rated for outdoor use must be marked “W-A” or “W”.
8.DO NOT EXPOSE ELECTRICAL BENCH TOOLS TO MOISTURE.
Rain or wet conditions can cause water to enter the tool and lead to
electric shock.
9.USE 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. Table 1 shows
the correct size to use depending on the cord length and name plate
amperage rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller
the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Total Extension Cord Length
Amp Rating
Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters
25 8 50 15 100 30 125 40
3 - 10 amp 18 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 14 ga.
10.1 - 12 amp 16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 14 ga.
12.1 - 16 amp 14 ga. 12 ga. Not Recommended
Use only UL or CSA approved extension cords
10.STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT.
Store equipment in a dry area to inhibit rust. Equipment also should be
in a high location or locked up to keep out of reach of children.
11.DON’T FORCE THE TOOL.
It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was
intended.
12.USE THE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger
industrial tool. Don’t use a tool for a purpose for which it was not
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13.DRESS PROPERLY.
Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be caught in moving
parts. Protective, non-electrically conductive gloves and non-skid
footwear are recommended when working. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from harm.
14.USE EYE PROTECTION.
Use a full-face mask if the work you’re doing produces metal lings,
dust or wood chips. Goggles are acceptable in other situations. Wear
a clean dust mask if the work involves creating a lot of ne or coarse
dust.
15.SECURE WORK.
Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It’s safer than using your hands
and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
16.DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or
across machines that are running.
17.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and safe performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean and
free from oil and grease.
18.AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Be sure the switch is in the OFF position before plugging in.
19.ALWAYS CHECK AND MAKE SURE TO REMOVE
ANY ADJUSTING KEYS OR WRENCHES before turning the tool
on. Left attached, these parts can y o󰀨 a rotating part and result in
personal injury.
20.DO NOT USE THE TOOL
IF IT CANNOT BE SWITCHED ON OR OFF. Have your tool repaired
before using it.
21.DISCONNNECT THE PLUG FROM POWER BEFORE
MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS. Changing attachments or accessories
can be dangerous if the tool could accidentally start.
22.STAY ALERT.
Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don’t operate any
tool when you are tired.
23.CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.
Before using this tool, any 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, mountings, and other conditions that
may a󰀨ect its operation. Inspect screws and tighten any ones that
are loose. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated
elsewhere in the instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced
by an authorized service center. Don’t use the tool if switch does not
turn it on and o󰀨 properly.
24.REPLACEMENT PARTS.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
25.SERVICE AND REPAIRS
should be made by qualied repair technicians at an authorized repair
center. Improperly repaired tools could cause serious shock or injury
SAFETYPRECAUTIONSFOR
COMPOUND MITER SAW
●WOOD ONLY. This tool is designed for woodcutting only.
●DAMAGED OR WARPED SAW BLADES SHOULD NOT BE USED.
They are out of balance and could cause further damage to the saw
and possible personal injury.
●USE ONLY WITH GUARD IN PLACE. The guard protects you, the
operator, from cutting debris as well as from broken pieces of the blade
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●REPLACE THE KERF PLATE INSERTS WHEN WORN. Excessive
tear-out increases the likelihood of injury from ying debris. When
setting the saw at a new angle, check that due to some mis-alignment,
the blade does not cut into the table insert, rear fence, or another part
of your saw.
●CONNECT YOUR MITER SAW TO A DUST COLLECTING DEVICE
IF POSSIBLE. If not, use the dust bag that comes with the tool and
empty it regularly.
●USE A SAWBLADE SUITED TO THE CUTTING JOB AND
MATERIAL TO BE CUT.
●ALWAYS USE TABLE EXTENSIONS AND CLAMPS TO SUPPORT
THE MATERIAL WHEN SAWING LONG WORK PIECES.
●DON’T START THE SAW WITH THE BLADE IN CONTACT WITH
ANY SURFACE. The saw head may bounce up or kick back violently
and cause injury.
●IF MAKING A CUT USING ONE HAND TO HOLD THE SAW, ensure
the free hand is clear of the cutting area.
LASER SAFETY
To reduce the risk of injury:
1. Do not stare directly at the laser beam. Eye damage may occur if you
deliberately stare into the beam.
2. The laser light beam used in this system is Class II with maximum 1 mW
and 650 nm wavelengths. AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE.
3. The laser must be used and maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions:
●Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the
workpiece.
●Do not project the laser beam into the eyes of others.
●Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a workpiece without
reective surfaces as the laser beam could be projected into your eyes
or the eyes of others.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specied herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WEAR PROTECTIVE GEAR.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contain 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
─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 lter out
microscopic particles.
!WARNING !
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product can expose you to chemicals including DEHP, which is
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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FUNCTIONALDESCRIPTION
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F1
F2
A
B
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E2 E2
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C2
C3
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O3
A Base
B Mounting hole
C Hold down clamp
C1 Clamp ne adjustment knob
C2 Clamp arm
C3 Clamp coarse adjustment knob
D Depth of cut/dado knob
E Side extension/carrying handle
E1 Extension table with fence
E2 Extension table slide lock knob
E3 Extension retention screw
F Fence
F1 Sliding fence
F2 Sliding fence lock tab
F3 Right fence
G Slide carriage lock knob
H Bevel lock lever
I Slide rail
J Dust bag
K Bevel scale
K1 Bevel scale pointer
K2 Bevel stop adjustment
L Laser guide aperture
M Upper (stationary) blade guard
N Top carrying handle
O Cutting handle
O1 Safety interlock switch
O2 Switch lockout hole
O3 On/o󰀨 trigger switch
P 12” saw blade
Q Motor brush holder cap
R Motor housing
S Arbor lock
T Lower (retracting) blade guard
U Cutting head lock button
V Table insert
W Miter setting handle
X Miter angle lock lever
Y Miter scale
Z Miter scale pointer

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SPECIFICATIONS
Power source 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 15 Amp
Speed 4200 RPM (no load)
Electric brake
Blade Diameter 12 in. x 5/8 in. arbor (311 x 15.88 mm)
-blade reduced from 1 in. (25.4 mm) bore
Miter Detent Stops 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45° Right & Left
Bevel Positive Stops 0°, 45° Left
Cutting Capacity
Crosscut 4 in. x 12-1/4 in. (101.6 x 311 mm)
Miter 45° Right & Left 4 in. x 8-3/4 in. (101.6 x 222.2 mm)
Bevel 45° Left 2-1/2 in. x 12-1/4 in. (63.5 x 311 mm)
45° Miter and 45° Bevel Left 2-1/2 in. x 8-3/4 in. (63.5 x 222.2 mm)
Crown Molding Nested 4-1/8 in. (104.8 mm)
Base Molding Against
Fence
3-1/2 in. (88.9 mm)
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
fig.3 -left side from rear
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U
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I
G
A Base
B Mounting hole
C Hold down clamp
C1 Clamp ne adjustment knob
C2 Clamp arm
C3 Clamp coarse adjustment knob
D Depth of cut/dado knob
E Side extension/carrying handle
E1 Extension table
E2 Extension table slide lock knob
E3 Extension retention screw
F Fence
F1 Sliding fence
F2 Sliding fence lock tab
F3 Right fence
G Carriage slide lock knob
H Bevel lock lever
I Slide rail
J Dust bag
K Bevel scale
K1 Bevel scale pointer
K2 Bevel stop adjustment
L Laser guide aperture
M Upper (stationary) blade guard
N Top carrying handle
O Cutting handle
O1 Safety interlock switch
O2 Switch lockout hole
O3 On/o󰀨 trigger switch
P 12” saw blade
Q Motor brush holder cap
R Motor housing
S Arbor lock
T Lower (retracting) blade guard
U Cutting head lock knob
V Table insert
W Miter setting handle
X Miter angle lock lever
Y Miter scale
Z Miter scale pointer

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ASSEMBLY
REMOVE ALL THE PARTS FROM THE BOX
Your Sliding Compound Miter Saw is fully assembled in the carton with the
exception of some small accessories.
Check to ensure everything you need is included:
●2 extensions- one for each side
●Hold-down clamp assembly
●Dust bag
●2 AA batteries.
WARNING! Always disconnect the tool from power source before
making any adjustments, storing, servicing, or changing accessories.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
●Unlock the saw from its various storage and shipping positions.
●To disengage the cutting head from its shipping and storage position,
push down lightly on it and pull out the spring-loaded cutting head lock
knob on the right side shown at U, g.3. Turn it a quarter turn until the
pin in the shaft rests in the small groove to hold the button out.
●Ensure the miter setting handle, table lateral extensions, hold-down
clamp, and dust bag are properly attached.
MITER SETTING HANDLE
Insert the miter setting handle (W, g.4) into the miter table, screwing it in
clockwise until tight.
●The handle can be loosened and used as a lever to move the miter
table to any angle from 45° left to 45° right and then turned clockwise to
tighten it at any desired angle.
●The miter angle lock lever must be disengaged while moving it from
side to side to prevent the angle from stopping at the detent points.
TABLE EXTENSIONS
Two side extension/carrying handles (D, g.1) are included with your saw
to help support longer pieces of material.
●Each ts into two holes on the left or right side of the saw table and is
fastened with a set screw.
●The two extensions have adjustable extension tables tted on them
and can be slid into the saw base for more compact storage or can be
extended to widen the supported area.
1. Install the side extension/carrying handles (D, g.1), sliding each one,
with the end curved and table
upward, into the double holes
at the left and right sides of the
table. The extensions must be
fastened in place by tightening
the extension retention set
screw (E2, g.1) recessed into
the top of the table bed.
2. Attach the rubber foot
pads onto the feet of the saw
base.
HOLD-DOWN CLAMP
ASSEMBLY:
1. The hold down clamp
(C, g.1) included can be
installed in either of the two
holes positioned just behind
the fence at both the left and
right ends (C6, g.5).Slide the
shaft (C4, g.5) into the hole
and then tighten the hold-down
clamp retention screw (C7,
g.5). Grooves around the
shaft allow the screw to hold
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C3
C6
C7
fig.5
C1
C3
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the shaft from moving vertically while allowing it to rotate for easy clamp
positioning.
• You can adjust the height and position of the clamping arm (C2, g.5
& 6) according to the thickness and shape of the workpiece with the
knob at the back top.
• Place the workpiece on the table tightly against the fence and slide it
to the desired cutting position.
• Tighten the hold-down clamp ne height adjustment knob (C1, g.5)
to secure the workpiece.
LASER
1. Locate the red laser switch (L1, g.7) on the battery compartment at the
right side of the cutting head assembly, behind the motor housing.
2. Press the retention tab (L2, g.7) and lift the switch/cover o󰀨 the laser
battery compartment.
3. Insert the 2 AA batteries into the compartment.
4. Re-install the switch/cover.
SAWDUST COLLECTION
You can operate this machine more safely and conveniently with a dust
collector.
1. Connect a dust collection system hose (not included) to the dust
collection port nozzle on the back of the metal guard (J1, g.8).
2. If a dust collector is not available or convenient, use the included dust
bag and t it to the dust collection port at the back of the guard.
3. Attach the dust bag (J, g.1) over the dust port by squeezing the springs
in the bag’s opening.
4. Whenever the dustbag is half full, remove it and zip open the bag at the
bottom. Clean out the sawdust completely.
●Be sure all screws are fastened, and all adjusting keys and wrenches
are removed.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
POWER SOURCE CONNECTION
POWER REQUIREMENTS
This tool is designed to operate on a properly grounded 120 volt, 60 Hz,
single phase alternating current (AC) power source fused with a 15 amp
time delayed circuit breaker. It is recommended that a qualied electrician
verify the ACTUAL VOLTAGE at the receptacle into which the tool will be
plugged and conrm that the receptacle is properly grounded. The use of
the proper circuit size can eliminate nuisance circuit breaker tripping when
using your tool.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this saw has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other- g.9). This plug will t into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way.
L1
L2
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J1
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CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL if the ACTUAL power
source voltage is less than 105 volts AC or greater than 132 volts AC.
Contact a qualied technician if this problem exists. Improper
performance, and/or, damage to the tool will result if operated on
inadequate, or excessive power.
CONNECT TO POWER SOURCE
Consult a qualied electrician for proper installation of receptacle at the
source of power. This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the
operator from electrical shock. If you are not sure if your outlet is properly
grounded, have it checked by a qualied electrician. Make sure the tool is
turned OFF when connecting the power cord to a properly grounded 120
Volts, 60 Hz, single phase, 15 amp power source.
USING YOUR SAW
After unpacking, reading the instructions, attaching the machine to the
workbench, and checking that all attachments are correctly installed, you
can use your saw.
WARNING: Be sure to wear appropriate protective equipment. For
your safety, remove chips, small pieces, etc. from the table top before
operation.
START UP
1. Connect the saw to power.
2. While pressing downward on the top carrying handle (1, g.10), retract
the saw head lock knob (U #2, g.10) and turn it 1/4 turn (3, g.10) to
hold the locking pin in its retracted position. Release pressure on the
handle, allowing the saw head to move to the raised position, assisted
by the spring.
3. Turn on the laser cutting guide, using the switch on the battery
compartment (L1, g.5).
4. Press the safety interlock switch (O1, g.11) and squeeze the On/o󰀨
trigger switch (O3, g.11) in the handle to start the saw with the cutting
head in the raised position and the blade fully enclosed in the retractable
blade guard (Q, g.1 & 2).
5. Allow the motor to bring the sawblade up to full speed.
6. To begin cutting, push down on the cutting head using the horizontal
cutting handle (O2, g.11). As you lower it, the transparent lower
(retracting) blade guard will retract.
WARNING: The workpiece must be placed and held rmly against the
fence and table.
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3
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U
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7. After cutting, allow the head to come back up. The blade guard closes
automatically.
8. The saw will stop when you release the trigger switch in the handle.
9. Turn the laser o󰀨 when it is not in use, to conserve the batteries.
10.For storage, press the saw head downward and turn the saw head lock
knob 1/4 turn and allow it to extend and hold the saw head down.
MODES OF USE
Use of the laser cut guide in any of the following procedures is useful, but
optional.
CHOP CUT
A chop (or cross) cut is the most basic cut. When the blade from the miter
saw comes down it will be at exactly 90 degrees to both the table surface
and fence, so you’ll be left with a perfectly straight cut.
1. Lock the head in the upright, 0º bevel position using the slip-lock saw
bevel locking lever (H, g.3).
2. Using the miter angle lock lever (X, g.1), lock the table rotation at 0º
miter.
3. Switch the machine on with saw head raised and wait until the saw
blade reaches its maximum speed.
4. Press the handle downwards slowly. Allow the blade to cut through the
material. Do not force the tool.
5. After you have nished cutting, release the trigger button and wait until
the saw blade stops completely, then raise the handle.
This is a good setting for simple crosscuts.
MITER CUT
A miter cut is one in which you’re cutting across the width of the wood, so
the blade will still drop down vertically, perpendicular to the table surface,
but you'll be left with an angle other than 90 degrees to the board edge
(and fence).
Lock the head in the upright, 0obevel position using the slip-lock bevel
adjustment lever (H, g.3).
6. The miter angle is set in two ways:
A. THE MITER angle lock lever (X, g.12) holds the miter angle at one
of 9 positive stops (0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°& 45 left and right) set into the
table base.
B. THE MITER angle lock lever (W, g.12) allows the selection of any
point between these stops.
3. Pull up on the miter angle lock lever (X, g.12) to release it- normally
with your index nger,and using the miter setting handle (W, g.1 &
2), rotate the table up to 45o to the left or right. The table will encounter
positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°& 45°.
4. Use either the miter angle lock lever (X, g.12) at the positive stops or
the miter setting handle (W, g.12) at any angle, screwing it tight to lock
the table at the desired position, especially at those angles between the
indexed positive stops.
5. Switch the machine on and wait until the saw blade reaches its
maximum speed.
6. Press the handle downwards slowly. Allow the blade to cut through the
material. Do not force the tool.
7. After you have nished cutting, release the trigger switch and wait until
the saw blade stops completely, then raise the handle.
This is a good setting for simple angle cuts.
COMPOUND CUT
A compound cut combines both the miter and bevel cut together, so you’ll
be left with a cut that combines an angle in each of two di󰀨erent planes.
1. Loosen the miter angle lock lever (X, g.12),and using the miter setting
handle (W, g.10), rotate the table up to 45° to the left or right. The table
will encounter positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°& 45°.
2. Use either the miter angle lock lever at the positive stops or the miter
setting handle, screwing it tight to lock the table at the desired position,
especially at those angles between the indexed positive stops.
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3. Unlock the cutting head from the upright, 0 degree bevel position using
the slip-lock bevel adjustment lever (H, g.3 & 13) and angle it to any
desired positionfrom 0° to 45° left, according to the bevel scale (K,
g.13), then lock it in place.
4. Switch the machine on and wait until the saw blade reaches its
maximum speed.
5. Press the handle downwards slowly. Allow the blade to cut through the
material. Do not force the tool.
6. After you have nished cutting, release the trigger switch and wait until
the saw blade stops completely, then raise the handle.
This setting is for the more complex beveled angle cuts.
NOTE: At some extreme positions, the hold-down clamp should be
moved to the right side of the table and the sliding fence moved to the
left to prevent interference with the movement of the cutting head. (g.
14 & 15). Always check before making the cut if there is any potential
interference from the clamp or any other part of the machine.
NOTE: Even though the miter and bevel angles are marked on the
machine, it is always a good idea to check them by making a trial cut.
SLIDING CUT
You can extend the cuts above to wider pieces (up to 12-1/4 in. -311 mm-
wide on right-angle cuts) by loosening the carriage slide lock knob (G,
g.1, 3 & 16) and using the above methods, cutting while sliding the saw
head from the front towards the fence at the back.
1. Release the carriage slide lock knob, allowing the carriage to slide
freely.
2. Completely pull the cutting head towards the operator.
3. Switch the machine on and wait until it reaches maximum speed.
4. Press the handle downwards slowly.
5. Push it away from you (a, g.16) so the cutting head slides toward the
fence at the back while cutting the workpiece.
6. Allow the blade to cut through the material. Do not force the tool.
7. After you have nished cutting, release the trigger switch and wait until
the saw blade stops completely, then raise the handle.
NOTE: At some extreme positions, the hold-down clamp should be
moved to the right side of the table and the sliding fence to the left to
prevent interference with the movement of the cutting head. (g. 14
& 15). Always check before making the cut if there is any potential
interference from the clamp, the fence or any other part of the machine.
fig.13
K
K1
H
fig.14 F2
fig.15
G
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NOTE: Even though the miter and bevel angles are marked on the
machine, it is always a good idea to check them by making a trial cut.
SETTING DADO CUTS
This saw can be used to cut grooves (dados) in the workpiece, rather than
cut right through. The saw head is lowered only part way and while held in
that position, a cut is made.
1. This dado depth is engaged when the dado stopper plate (D1, g 17) is
swung down (in the horizontal position as shown in g.17) and engages
the dado depth adjust screw (D, g.17).
2. To set the depth to which the blade will cut during this operation, the
should be in its resting position. (g.17)
3. Push the handle down completely, to its lowest position, and notice that
the dado depth adjustment screw is what limits the downward travel of
the sawhead.
4. Turn the dado depth adjustment screw so that the saw blade teeth at
their lowest point are above the table surface at a height corresponding
with the desired depth of the dado.
5. Tighten the locking nut on the shank of the dado depth adjustment
screw to lock its setting.
6. Test the depth of the dado by making a trial cut in a piece of scrap
material.
7. Adjust as necessary.
8. To remember or repeat the dado depth later, swing the dado stopper
plate out of the way so that the saw can cut all the the way through the
workpiece and when you wish to cut a dado, move the dado stopper
plate back to its original horizontal position.
NOTE: This saw is not designed to be used with a true dado blade. In
order to make wide dado cuts, use a standard (1/8” thick) blade and
make multiple adjacent cuts at the set depth or make a cut on each side
and remove the material in between manually (g.18).
CUTTING MOLDING
CUTTING BASE MOLDING
Base moldings and many other moldings can be cut on a compound
miter saw. The setup of the saw depends on molding characteristics and
application, as shown in g.19. Perform practice cuts on scrap material to
achieve best results:
1. Always make sure moldings rest rmly against fence and table. Use
hold-down, crown molding vise or C-clamps, whenever possible, and
place tape on the area being clamped to avoid marks.
2. Reduce splintering by taping the cut area prior to making the cut. Mark
the cut line directly on the tape.
3. Splintering typically happens due to an incorrect blade application and
thinness of the material.
NOTE: Always perform a dry run cut so you can determine if the
operation being attempted is possible before power is applied to the saw.
fig.17
D1
D
fig.18
Cut these grooves with saw blade
Use a chisel to cut out the middle
1/8” 1/8”
fig. 19
F
e
n
c
e
Miter saw table
Workpiece Workpiece
miter at 45°, bevel at 0° miter at 0°, bevel at 45°
F
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CUTTING CROWN MOLDING
Your compound miter saw is suited for the di󰀩cult task of cutting crown
molding. To t properly, crown molding must be compound-mitered with
extreme accuracy. The two surfaces on a piece of crown molding that t
at against the ceiling and wall are at angles that, when added together,
equal exactly 90°.
Most crown molding has a top rear angle (the section that ts at against
the ceiling) of 52°and a bottom rear angle (the section that ts at against
the wall) of 38°.
In order to accurately cut crown molding for a 90° inside or outside corner,
lay the molding with its broad back surface at on the saw table. When
setting the bevel and miter angles for compound miters, remember that the
settings are interdependent; changing one changes the other, as well.
Settings that follow are for standard crown molding lying at on compound
miter saw table (as in g 20):
BEVEL/MITER SETTINGS
NOTE: The chart below references a compound cut for crown molding
ONLY WHEN THE ANGLE BETWEEN THE WALLS EQUALS 90°.
CROWN MOLDING CHART
fig. 20
Miter saw table
Workpiece
Fence
KEY
see
Fig. GG
BEVEL
SETTING
MITER
SETTING TYPE OF CUT
Inside corner-Left side
IL 33.9° 31.6° Right 1. Position top of molding against fence.
2. Miter table set at RIGHT 31.6°.
Inside corner-Right side
IR 33.9° 31.6° Left 1. Position bottom of molding against fence.
2. Miter table set at LEFT 31.6°.
Outside corner-Left side
OL 33.9° 31.6° Left 1. Position bottom of molding against fence.
2. Miter table set at LEFT 31.6°.
Outside corner-Right side
OR 33.9° 31.6° Right 1. Position top of molding against fence.
2. Miter table set at RIGHT 31.6°.
fig. 21
OR
OL
IR
IL
Compound cut crown moldings
Inside corner
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(see g. 21)
COMPOUND MITER SAW MITER AND BEVEL ANGLE SETTINGS-
WALL TO CROWN MOLDING ANGLE
52/38° Crown Molding45/45° Crown Molding
Angle
Between
Walls
Miter
Setting
Bevel
Setting
Miter
Setting
Bevel
Setting
67 42.93 41.08 46.89 36.13
68 42.39 40.79 46.35 35.89
69 41.85 40.50 45.81 35.64
70 41.32 40.20 45.28 35.40
71 40.79 39.90 44.75 35.15
72 40.28 39.61 44.22 34.89
73 39.76 39.30 43.70 34.64
74 39.25 39.00 43.18 35.38
75 38.74 38.69 42.66 34.12
76 38.24 38.39 42.15 33.86
77 37.74 38.08 41.64 33.60
78 37.24 37.76 41.13 33.33
79 36.75 37.45 40.62 33.07
80 36.27 37.13 40.12 32.80
81 35.79 36.81 39.62 32.53
82 35.31 36.49 39.13 32.25
83 34.83 36.17 38.63 31.98
84 34.36 35.85 38.14 31.70
85 33.90 35.52 37.66 31.42
86 33.43 35.19 37.17 31.34
87 32.97 34.86 36.69 30.86
88 32.52 34.53 36.21 30.57
89 32.07 34.20 35.74 30.29
90 31.62 33.86 35.26 30.00
91 31.17 33.53 34.79 29.71
92 30.73 33.19 34.33 29.42
93 30.30 32.86 33.86 29.13
94 29.86 32.51 33.40 28.83
95 29.43 32.17 32.94 28.54
96 29.00 31.82 32.48 28.24
97 28.58 31.48 32.02 27.94
98 28.16 31.13 31.58 27.64
99 27.74 30.78 31.13 27.34
100 27.32 30.43 30.68 27.03
101 26.91 30.08 30.24 26.73
102 26.50 29.73 29.80 26.42
103 26.09 29.38 29.36 26.12
104 25.69 29.02 28.92 25.81
105 25.29 28.67 28.48 25.50
106 24.89 28.31 28.05 25.19
107 24.49 27.96 27.62 24.87
108 24.10 27.59 27.19 24.56
109 23.71 27.23 26.77 24.24
110 23.32 26.87 26.34 23.93
111 22.93 26.51 25.92 23.61
112 22.55 26.15 25.50 23.29
113 22.17 25.78 25.08 22.97
114 21.79 25.42 24.66 22.66
115 21.42 25.05 24.25 22.33
116 21.04 24.68 23.84 22.01
117 20.67 24.31 23.43 21.68
118 20.30 23.94 23.02 21.36
119 19.93 23.57 22.61 21.03
120 19.57 23.20 22.21 20.70
121 19.20 22.83 21.80 20.38
122 18.84 22.46 21.40 20.05
123 18.48 22.09 21.00 19.72
52/38° Crown Molding45/45° Crown Molding
Angle
Between
Walls
Miter
Setting
Bevel
Setting
Miter
Setting
Bevel
Setting
124 18.13 21.71 20.61 19.39
125 17.77 21.34 20.21 19.06
126 17.42 20.96 19.81 18.72
127 17.06 20.59 19.42 18.39
128 16.71 20.21 19.03 18.06
129 16.37 19.83 18.64 17.72
130 16.02 19.45 18.25 17.39
131 15.67 19.07 17.86 17.05
132 15.33 18.69 17.48 16.71
133 14.99 18.31 17.09 16.38
134 14.66 17.93 16.71 16.04
135 14.30 17.55 16.32 15.70
136 13.97 17.17 15.94 15.36
137 13.63 16.79 15.56 15.02
138 13.30 16.40 15.19 14.62
139 12.96 16.02 14.81 14.34
140 12.63 15.64 14.43 14.00
141 12.30 15.25 14.06 13.65
142 11.97 14.87 13.68 13.31
143 11.64 14.48 13.31 12.97
144 11.31 14.09 12.94 12.62
145 10.99 13.71 12.57 12.29
146 10.66 13.32 12.20 11.93
147 10.34 12.93 11.83 11.59
148 10.01 12.54 11.46 11.24
149 9.69 12.16 11.09 10.89
150 9.37 11.77 10.73 10.55
151 9.05 11.38 10.36 10.20
152 8.73 10.99 10.00 9.85
153 8.41 10.60 9.63 9.50
154 8.09 10.21 9.27 9.15
155 7.77 9.82 8.91 8.80
156 7.46 9.43 8.55 8.45
157 7.14 9.04 8.19 8.10
158 6.82 8.65 7.83 7.75
159 6.51 8.26 7.47 7.40
160 6.20 7.86 7.11 7.05
161 5.88 7.47 6.75 6.70
162 5.57 7.08 6.39 6.35
163 5.26 6.69 6.03 6.00
164 4.95 6.30 5.68 5.65
165 4.63 5.90 5.32 5.30
166 4.32 5.51 4.96 4.94
167 4.01 5.12 4.61 4.59
168 3.70 4.72 4.25 4.24
169 3.39 4.33 3.90 3.89
170 3.08 3.94 3.54 3.53
171 2.77 3.54 3.19 3.10
172 2.47 3.15 2.83 2.83
173 2.15 2.75 2.48 2.47
174 1.85 2.36 2.12 2.12
175 1.54 1.97 1.77 1.77
176 1.23 1.58 1.41 1.41
177 0.92 1.18 1.06 1.06
178 0.62 0.79 0.71 0.71
179 0.31 0.39 0.35 0.35

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MAINTENANCE
MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE
BLADE
WARNING: Before replacing the saw blade always unplug the tool.
Make sure that the spindle speed diameter and saw blade bore match.
Only use sharp and undamaged saw blades. Cracked or bent saw
blades must be replaced immediately.
1. Unplug the saw from the outlet.
2. Raise the miter saw to the upright position. Slide the cutting head
assembly completely toward the rear of the unit and tighten the sliding
carriage lock knob (G, g.1).
3. Raise the lower blade guard (T, g.1&2) to the uppermost position.
4. While holding the lower blade guard, loosen but do not remove the
cover plate screw (M1, g.22) with a Phillips screwdriver by turning the
screw counterclockwise.
5. Rotate the cover plate (M2, g.22) back to expose the arbor bolt (4).
6. Lower the cutting head and lock into place with the cutting head lock
knob (U, g.3).
7. Place the blade wrench over the arbor bolt (4)
8. Locate the arbor lock (S, g.2) below motor lower cover.
9. Press the arbor lock, holding it in rmly while turning the blade
clockwise. At a certain point the arbor lock will engage and lock
the arbor. Continue to hold the arbor lock, while turning the wrench
clockwise to loosen the arbor bolt (4, g.23).
10.Unlock cutting head and raise head to upright position.
11.Remove the arbor bolt (4, g.23).
NOTE: This bolt has a left hand thread.
To remove it, you must turn it clockwise.
12.Remove the outer blade collar (6), and the blade (7, g.23).
13.Do not remove the inner blade collar (9, g.23).
NOTE: Pay attention to the pieces removed, noting their position and
direction they face. Wipe the blade collars clean of any sawdust before
installing a new blade.
14.Clean the bolt, washer, inner and outer anges.
15.Place a new saw blade with the teeth pointing in the direction of rotation
onto the inner ange and saw blade shaft. (See the arrow on the upper
blade guard).
16.Place the outer ange on the saw blade shaft.
17.Engage the lock knob, mount the washer and blade bolt. Tighten it by
turning it counter-clockwise.
18.Lower the saw blade guard.
fig.22
MT
M1M2
fig.23
6
9
7
4
8

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REPLACING THE CARBON
BRUSHES
WARNING: Prior to inspection or saw maintenance, turn o power
switch and disconnect plug from power source.
1. Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.
2. Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.
3. Replace brushes when they are excessively chipped or wear down to
the limit (1/4) mark (g.4).
4. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert new ones and secure the
brush holder caps.
5. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time.
6. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.
CALIBRATION OF CUT
Each degree of error in your miter or bevel cut setting is magnied when
translated across the width of the cut you are making. Precision cuts, as
any veteran woodworker will tell you, will be more successful if a piece of
scrap wood is used to make a test cut rst. This saw is equipped with quick
stops for easy angle adjustment, but they are designed to aid in rough
carpentry.
To increase the accuracy of the saw’s miter settings, you can make some
ne adjustments.
NOTE: When making cuts, ensure that all hold-down clamps are tight
and angle adjustment settings are locked in. This will reduce errors
produced by slippage, both in the material and in the saw settings.
ADJUSTMENT OF MITER ANGLE
1. The fence is secured with four 6 mm hex socket head bolts.
2. Loosen these bolts, and the fence will slide. It can be rotated a small
distance in either direction.
3. With a square, calibrate the fence at 90 degrees to the line of cut at the
0 degree quick stop and re-tighten the bolts.
Once the fence is square to the blade, the red miter degree indicator can
be adjusted to indicate the exact angle in the following way:
1. Loosen the philips head screw and re-set the indicator
to read exactly 0 degrees.
2. Re-tighten the screw.
ADJUSTMENT OF BEVEL ANGLE
1. At the rear of the saw, on the right side of where the arm pivots is a hex
socket head depth setting screw that limits the 45° bevel.
2. Loosen the locking nut and adjust the screw with a 5 mm hex key to
adjust the stop point to be correct at 45 degrees of bevel.
3. Check the settings with a square against the blade.
4. Re-tighten the locking nut once the angles are correct.
Once the bevel is correct, the bevel degree indicator at the back can be
adjusted to indicate the exact angle in the following way:
1. Loosen the cross head screw and re-set the indicator to read exactly 0
degrees when the vertical stop is contacted.
2. Re-tighten the screw.

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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Keep your tool in good condition by adopting a regular maintenance
program.
WARNING: Prior to inspection or saw maintenance, turn o power
switch and disconnect plug from power source.
●Before each use, examine the general condition of your tool.
●Inspect blades, switches, tool cord and extension cord for damage.
●Check for loose screws, misalignment, binding of moving parts,
improper mounting, broken parts, and any other condition that may
a󰀨ect its’ safe operation.
●If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, turn the tool o󰀨 immediately and
have the problem corrected before further use.
●Do not use a damaged tool.
●Never disassemble the tool or try to do any rewiring on the tool’s
electrical system.
●Keep the vents clear of dust and debris. This will help prevent possible
electrical shorts and ensure proper cooling.
●Keep the tool housing and handle clean and free of oil and grease
using mild soap and a damp (not wet) cloth. Use only mild soap
and damp cloth to clean your tool since certain cleaning agents and
solvents are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of
these harmful solvents include: gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner,
paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia, and household
detergents containing ammonia.
●The table kerf plate inserts should be replaced if damaged to reduce
the risk of chips lodging in the slot and catching in the blade.
●If the tool is to be stored for any length of time, remove the batteries
from the laser battery compartment to prevent damage to the device.
●Lubrication is done at the factory and with the exception of the slide
bearings, should not be necessary again under normal use.
●An authorized repair center should do any repairs, modication, or
maintenance that involve disassembling the saw.
●Any damage to the tool should be corrected at an authorized repair
center. Contact General International for all repairs.
WARNING! Never use ammable or combustible solvents
around tools.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, electric shock and damage to
the tool, never immerse your tool in liquid or allow liquid to ow
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn switch
OFF and unplug the tool before moving, replacing the blade or making
adjustments.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - MOTOR
PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE
ACTION
Blade hits table. 1. Misalignment. 1.
See ADJUSTMENT- CUTTING
ARM TRAVEL section.
Angle of cut not
accurate. Can not
adjust miter.
1. Miter table unlocked.
2. Sawdust under table.
1.
See OPERATION - MITER
ANGLE ADJUSTMENT section.
2.
Vacuum or blow out dust. WEAR
EYE PROTECTION.
Cutting arm
wobbles.
1. Loose pivot points. 1.
Contact Service Center.
Cutting arm will
not fully raise, or
blade guard
won’t fully close.
1. Pivot spring not
replaced properly
after service.
2. Sawdust build-up.
1. Clean and lubricate moving parts.
2. Contact Service Center.
Blade binds,
jams, burns
wood.
1. Improper operation.
2. Dull or warped blade.
3. Improper blade size.
4 Wood is moving
during cut.
1. See BASIC SAW OPERATION
section.
2. Replace or sharpen blade.
3. Replace with 12 in. diameter
blade.
4. Use clamp to secure workpiece
to fence unit and table.
Saw vibrates or
shakes.
1. Saw blade not round /
damaged / loose.
2. Arbor bolt loose.
1. Replace blade.
2. Tighten arbor bolt.