Homelite WF10MSP User manual

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 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................2
 General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
 Specific Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-5
 Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6-7
 Electrical ............................................................................................................................................................................8
 Glossary of Terms ..............................................................................................................................................................9
 Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10-12
 Tools Needed ................................................................................................................................................................. 12
 Loose Parts .................................................................................................................................................................... 13
 Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................... 13-20
 Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 20-27
 Adjustments ..............................................................................................................................................................28-29
 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 30
 Parts Ordering/Service ......................................................................................................................................Back Page
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
 KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator’s manual
carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
 GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.
 REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces
of wood on the tool while it is in operation.
 DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do
not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
 KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe
distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact
tool or extension cord while operating.
 MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
 DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.
 USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
 USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord 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. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.)
of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50
feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the
cord.
 DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,
neckties, or jewelry that can get caught and draw you into
moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. Also wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
 ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
 SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical, it is safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate the tool.
 DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
 MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
 DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits,
cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected from power
source.
 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
 USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may result in injury.
 NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped.
 CHECK 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 and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.
 USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into
a blade, cutter, or sanding spindle against the direction
or rotation of the blade, cutter, or sanding spindle only.
 NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
 PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
 PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
 DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
 USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool
is used outdoors, use only extension cords with
approved ground connection that are intended for use
outdoors and so marked.
 KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH
SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling
and kickback.
 BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
 NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
 INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If
damaged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at
an authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation
having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow
stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,
do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a
live terminal. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord
immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and
keep it well away from the rotating blade.
 INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and
replace if damaged.
 GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-
prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole elec-
trical receptacle.
 CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service
personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly
grounded.
 USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES: 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and
3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
 DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided. If it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
 KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND
GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or
any solvents to clean tool.
 STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
 FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT the tool to a workbench or
table at approximately hip height.
 KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Do not
reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with hands
and fingers for any reason. Always turn the power off.
 ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES while cutting
to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback. Saw may
slip, walk or slide while cutting long or heavy boards.
 ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the workpiece when
possible.
 BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORKPIECE.
Never start the saw with the blade touching the
workpiece. Allow motor to come up to full speed
before starting cut.
 MAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW ARM (BEVEL
FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN POSITION BEFORE
OPERATING YOUR SAW. Lock the miter table by securely
tightening the miter lock levers. Lock the saw arm (bevel
function) by securely tightening the bevel lock knob.
 NEVER USE A LENGTH STOP ON THE FREE SCRAP
END OF A CLAMPED WORKPIECE. NEVER hold onto or
bind the free scrap end of the workpiece in any operation.
If a work clamp and length stop are used together, they
must both be installed on the same side of the saw table to
prevent the saw from catching the loose end and kicking
up.
 NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO NOT
STACK more than one workpiece on the saw table at a
time.
 NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND.
Always place the workpiece to be cut on the miter table
and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop.
Always use the fence.
 DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
 USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with
incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or blade
bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade
capacity of your saw is 10 in.
 BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUST-
MENTS ARE SECURE.
 BE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for
and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
 NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during
use.
 NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING
COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE
WORKPIECE.
 DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY
MEDICATION.
 WHEN
SERVICING use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
 USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed
in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that
are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury.
Instructions for safe use of accessories are included
with the accessory.
 DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight
and not making contact with saw or workpiece before
connecting to power supply.

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 NEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small to be
clamped. Keep hands clear of the cutting area.
 NEVER reach behind, under, or within three inches of the
blade and its cutting path with hands and fingers for any
reason.
 NEVER reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of scrap,
or anything else that is in or near the cutting path of the
blade.
 AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your
hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you
have good balance. NEVER operate the miter saw
on the floor or in a crouched position.
 NEVER stand or have any part of the body in line with
the path of the saw blade.
 ALWAYS release the power switch and allow the saw blade
to stop rotating before raising it out of the workpiece.
 DO NOT TURN THE MOTOR SWITCH ON AND OFF
RAPIDLY. This could cause the saw blade to loosen
and could create a hazard. Should this ever occur,
stand clear and allow the saw blade to come to a
complete stop. Disconnect your saw from the power
supply and securely retighten the blade bolt.
 IF ANY PART OF THIS MITER SAW IS MISSING or
should break, bend, or fail in any way, or should any
electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off
the power switch, remove the miter saw plug from the
power source and have damaged, missing, or failed parts
replaced before resuming operation.
 ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained
from frequent use of the saw) to cause a careless mistake.
ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction of a second
is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
 IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must
be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.
 MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING
to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with
safe operation BEFORE performing any work using the
saw.
 ALWAYS TURN OFF THE SAW before disconnecting it
to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power
supply. NEVER leave the saw unattended while connected
to a power source.
 TURN OFF TOOL and wait for saw blade to come to
a complete stop before moving workpiece or changing
settings.
 THIS TOOL should have the following markings:
a) Wear eye protection.
b) Keep hands out of path of saw blade
c) Do not operate saw without guards in place.
d) Do not perform any operation freehand.
e) Never reach around saw blade.
f) Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before
moving workpiece or changing settings.
g) Disconnect power (or unplug tool as applicable)
before changing blade or servicing.
h) No load speed.
 ALWAYS carry the tool only by the carrying handle.
 AVOID direct eye exposure when using the laser guide.
 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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.

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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
Read The Operator’s Manual
Safety Alert
No Hands Symbol
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Rotational speed, at no load
Double-insulated construction
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits, etc., per minute
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye Protection
Precautions that involve your safety.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Wet Conditions Alert
.../min Per Minute
Class II Construction
n
o
No Load Speed
Direct Current
Alternating Current
min Minutes
W Watt
Hz Hertz
A Amperes
V Volts
Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any
hot surface.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.

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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
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 (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to the nearest
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic-
ing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use
this product until you read thoroughly and understand
completely the operator’s manual. If you do not under-
stand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s
manual, do not use this product. Call customer service
for assistance.
WARNING:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye
protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

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ELECTRICAL
SPEED AND WIRING
The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 4,500
rpm. This speed is not constant and decreases under a
load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a
shop is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A
line intended only for lights cannot properly carry a power
tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance
will be too light for a greater distance. A line that can
support one power tool may not be able to support two
or three tools.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding pro-
vides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an elec-
tric 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 outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with
insulation having an outer surface that is green with or with-
out yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is neces-
sary, 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 understood, or if
in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet
like the one shown in figure 1. It also has a grounding pin
like the one shown.
EXTENSION CORDS
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground-
ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the
power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry
the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension
cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of
power and causing the motor to overheat. Use the chart
provided below to determine the minimum wire size required
in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by
Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.
**Ampere rating (on tool data plate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension cord
that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the
letters “WA” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber,
tools or other obstructions while you are working with a
power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord
since touching the damaged area could cause electrical
shock resulting in serious injury.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This tool is powered by a precision built electric motor. It
should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts,
60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate
this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop
will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the
saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double
check the power supply.
GROUNDING
PIN 120V GROUNDED OUTLET

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Non-Through Cuts
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.
Push Blocks (for jointer planers)
Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer
cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the
operator's hands well away from the cutterhead.
Push Blocks and Push Sticks (for table saws)
Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade
during cutting operations. A push stick (not a push block)
should be used for narrow ripping operations. These aids
help keep the operator's hands well away from the blade.
Pilot Hole (drill presses)
A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for
drilling large holes accurately.
Resaw
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece
to make thinner pieces.
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one
minute.
Ripping or Rip Cut
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter (table saws)
A metal piece, slightly thinner than the blade, which helps
keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.
Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it
applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has been
cut by the blade.
Set
The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or
set) outward from the face of the blade.
Snipe (planers)
Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter
blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely
through the thickness of the workpiece.
Throw-Back
The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the
workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed
inadvertently in contact with the blade.
Workpiece or Material
The item on which the operation is being done.
Worktable
Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a
cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.
Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws)
A device which, when properly installed and maintained,
is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back
toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.
Arbor
The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.
Bevel Cut
A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other
than 90° to the table surface.
Chamfer
A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of
the end) is angled rather than at 90°.
Compound Cut
A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.
Cross Cut
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the
width of the workpiece.
Cutterhead (planers and jointer planers)
A rotating cutterhead with adjustable blades or knives. The
blades or knives remove material from the workpiece.
Dado Cut
A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch or
trough in the workpiece (requires a special blade).
Featherboard
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding
it securely against the table or fence during any ripping
operation.
FPM or SPM
Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference
to blade movement.
Freehand
Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a
fence, miter gauge, or other aids.
Gum
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Heel
Alignment of the blade to the fence.
Kerf
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the
slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.
Kickback
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls,
throwing the workpiece back toward operator.
Leading End
The end of the workpiece pushed into the tool first.
Miter Cut
A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle
to the blade other than 90°.

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FEATURES
Fig. 1
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Diameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 in.
Blade Arbor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/8 in.
No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,500 r/min. (RPM)
Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only, 12 Amps
Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 lbs.
DUST
GUIDE
UPPER BLADE
GUARD
“D” HANDLE
FENCE
MITER
TABLE
MITER
LOCK
LEVER
BEVEL
SCALE
BEVEL
LOCK
KNOB
SWITCH
TRIGGER
“NO HANDS”
LABEL
BASE
MITER
SCALE
WORK
CLAMP
BLADE GUARD
LINKAGE
1
5
3
0
45
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes: ...........................2 x 6
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes: ...........................2 x 4
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes: ...........................2 x 6
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 45°:
Maximum nominal lumber sizes: ...........................2 x 4
DUST
BAG
LOCK PIN

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FEATURES
Fig. 3
KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
12 AMP MOTOR
Your saw has a powerful 12 amp motor with sufficient
power to handle tough cutting jobs. It is made with all ball
bearings, and has externally accessible brushes for ease
of servicing.
10 in. BLADE
A 10 in. saw blade is included with your compound miter saw.
It will cut materials up to 2 in. thick or 6 in. wide, depending
upon the angle at which the cut is being made.
MITER LOCK LEVERS
See Figure 2.
The miter lock levers securely lock the saw table at the
desired miter angles.
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
See Figure 3.
A spindle lock button has been provided for locking the
spindle which keeps the blade in your saw from rotating.
Depress and hold the lock button while installing, changing,
or removing blade.
SWITCH TRIGGER
See Figure 4.
To prevent unauthorized use of your compound miter saw,
we suggest that you disconnect it from the power supply and
lock the switch in the off position. To lock the switch, install a
padlock (not included) through the hole in the switch trigger.
A lock with a long shackle up to 9/32 in. diameter may be
used. When the lock is installed and locked, the switch is
inoperable. Store the padlock key in another location.
Fig. 2
Fig. 4
MITER LOCK
LEVERS
SPINDLE
LOCK BUTTON
SWITCH
TRIGGER
PADLOCK
SWITCH
TRIGGER
LOCK UNLOCK

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FEATURES
The following tools (not included) are needed for making adjustments or installing the blade:
TOOLS NEEDED
Fig. 5
COMBINATION SQUARE
FRAMING SQUARE
COMBINATION WRENCH (2)
10 mm, 14 mm
HEX KEY
5 mm
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
ELECTRIC BRAKE
An electric brake has been provided to quickly stop blade
rotation after the switch is released.
FENCE
The fence on your compound miter saw has been provided
as a support to hold your workpiece securely against when
making all cuts.
SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE GUARD
The lower blade guard is made of shock-resistant, see-
through plastic that provides protection from each side of
the blade. It retracts over the upper blade guard as the saw
is lowered into the workpiece.
WARNING:
The operation of any saw can result in foreign objects
being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe
eye damage. Before starting power tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
and a full face shield when needed. We recommend wide
vision safety mask for use over eyeglasses or standard
safety glasses with side shields.
BEVEL LOCK KNOB
The bevel lock knob securely locks your compound miter
saw at desired bevel angles. A positive stop adjustment
screw has been provided on each side of the saw arm.
These adjustment screws are for making fine adjustments
at 0° and 45°.

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LOOSE PARTS LIST
Fig. 6
WARNING:
The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious personal injury.
 Dust Bag
 Work Clamp
The following items are included with your Compound Miter Saw:
 Hex Key (6 mm)
 Operator's Manual
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
 Carefully lift saw from the carton and place it on a level
work surface.
 Your saw has been shipped with the saw arm secured in
the down position. To release the saw arm, push down
on the top of the saw arm, cut the tie-wrap, and pull out
on the lock pin. See Figure 10.
 Lift the saw arm by the handle. Hand pressure should
remain on the saw arm to prevent sudden rise upon
release of the tie wrap.
 Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
 Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully
inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
 The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After
assembling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has
influenced the settings, refer to specific procedures
explained in this manual.
 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
tool until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warn-
ing could result in serious personal injury.
DUST BAG
WORK CLAMP
HEX KEY

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Fig. 8
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso-
ries 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 personal
injury.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is
complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental
starting and possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not start the compound miter saw without checking
for interference between the blade and the miter fence.
Damage could result to the blade if it strikes the miter
fence during operation of the saw.
WARNING:
A rear bracket is included with this miter saw to prevent
tipping if the saw arm is released suddenly. Do not use
this saw before pulling the rear bracket out and securely
mounting the saw to a work surface.
REAR BRACKET
See Figure 7.
The rear bracket is pushed into the base for shipping pur-
poses.
Before usage, the rear bracket must be fully extended
to prevent tipping. Grasp the rear bracket with one hand and
pull on the bracket until it is fully extended.
TRACE HOLES
AT THESE LOCATIONS FOR
HOLE PATTERN
TRACE HOLES
AT THESE LOCATIONS FOR
HOLE PATTERN
BASE MOUNTING SURFACE
MOUNTING HOLES
See Figure 8.
WARNING:
Always make sure your compound miter saw is securely
mounted to a workbench or an approved workstand.
Failure to do so could result in an accident resulting in
possible serious personal injury.
Your compound miter saw should be permanently mounted
to a firm supporting surface such as a workbench. Four bolt
holes have been provided in the saw base for this purpose.
Each of the four mounting holes should be bolted securely
using 3/8 in. machine bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts (not
included). Bolts should be of sufficient length to accommodate
the saw base, lock washers, hex nuts, and the thickness of
the workbench.Tighten all four bolts securely.
The hole pattern for mounting to a workbench is shown in
figure 8. Carefully check the workbench after mounting to
make sure that no movement can occur during use. If any
tipping, sliding, or walking is noted, secure the workbench
to the floor before operating.
Fig. 7
REAR BRACKET
BASE

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ASSEMBLY
Fig. 9
BASE
WORK
CLAMP
WORK CLAMP
See Figure 9.
WARNING:
In some operations, the work clamp assembly may
interfere with the operation of the blade guard assembly.
Always make sure there is no interference with the blade
guard prior to beginning any cutting operation to reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
The work clamp provides greater control by clamping the
workpiece to the fence or the saw table. It also prevents the
workpiece from creeping toward the saw blade. This is very
helpful when cutting compound miters.
Depending on the cutting operation and the size of the
workpiece, it may be necessary to use a C-clamp instead
of the work clamp to secure the workpiece prior to making
the cut.
To install the work clamp:
 Place the shaft of the work clamp in either hole on the
saw table base.
 Rotate the knob on the work clamp to move it in or out
as needed.
WARNING:
When using any clamp with the stop block, install the
clamp on the same side as the stop block. This will elimi-
nate the possibility of trapping the workpiece, resulting in
the saw blade and workpiece kicking up. Failure to heed
this warning can result in serious personal injury.
TO INSTALL / REPLACE BLADE
See Figures 10 - 11.
WARNING:
A 10 in. blade is the maximum blade capacity of your saw.
Never use a blade that is too thick to allow outer blade
washer to engage with the flats on the spindle. Larger
blades will come in contact with the blade guards, while
thicker blades will prevent the blade screw from secur-
ing the blade on the spindle. Either of these situations
could result in a serious accident and can cause serious
personal injury.
WARNING :
Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental start-
ing causing possible serious personal injury.
 Unplug the saw.
 Raise saw arm.
 Rotate lower blade guard up and remove screws A and
B. Rotate the blade bolt cover up and back to expose
the blade bolt.
LOWER
BLADE GUARD
Fig. 10
PHILLIPS
SCREW B
FLAT(S)
ON SPINDLE
SAW
BLADE
OUTER
BLADE
WASHER
BLADE
BOLT
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
LOCK PIN
INNER BLADE
WASHER
PHILLIPS
SCREW A
BLADE
BOLT
COVER
FLAT
WASHER

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ASSEMBLY
 Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the blade until
the spindle locks.
 Using the hex key provided, loosen and remove the blade
bolt.
NOTE: The blade bolt has left-hand threads. Turn blade
bolt clockwise to loosen.
 Remove outer blade washer and flat washer. Do not
remove inner blade washer.
 Wipe a drop of oil onto inner blade washer and outer
blade washer where they contact the blade.
WARNING:
If inner blade washer has been removed, replace it before
placing blade on spindle. Failure to do so could cause an
accident since blade will not tighten properly.
 Fit saw blade inside blade guard and onto spindle. The
blade teeth point downward at the front of saw as shown
in figure 10.
CAUTION:
Always install the blade with the blade teeth and the arrow
printed on the side of the blade pointing down at the front
of the saw. The direction of blade rotation is also stamped
with an arrow on the upper blade guard.
 Replace outer blade washer and flat washer. The double
“D” flats on the blade washers align with the flats on the
spindle.
 Depress spindle lock button and replace blade bolt.
NOTE: The blade bolt has left-hand threads. Turn blade
bolt counterclockwise to tighten.
 Tighten blade bolt securely.
 Replace the blade bolt cover.
 Reinstall the phillips screws A and B securing the blade
bolt cover. Tighten screws securely.
Fig. 11
SPINDLE
LOCK
BUTTON
CAUTION:
Make sure the spindle lock button is not engaged
before reconnecting saw into power source. Never
engage spindle lock button when blade is rotating.
Your compound miter saw has been adjusted at the fac-
tory for making very accurate cuts. However, some of the
components might have moved out of alignment during
shipping. Also, over a period of time, readjustment will
probably become necessary due to wear. After unpacking
your saw, check the following adjustments before you begin
using saw. Make any readjustments that are necessary and
periodically check the parts alignment to make sure that
your saw is cutting accurately.

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NOTE: Many of the illustrations in this manual show only por-
tions of your compound miter saw. This is intentional so that
we can clearly show points being made in the illustrations.
Never operate your saw without all guards securely in place
and in good operating condition.
SQUARING THE MITER TABLE TO THE
FENCE
See Figures 12 - 15.
 Unplug your saw.
 Push down on the saw arm and pull out the lock pin to
release the saw arm.
 Raise saw arm to its full raised position.
 Loosen the miter lock levers.
 Rotate the miter table until the pointer is positioned
at 0°.
 Securely tighten the miter lock levers.
 Lay a framing square flat on the miter table. Place one
leg of the square against the fence. Place the other
leg of the square beside the throat plate in the miter table.
The edge of the square and the slot in the throat plate in
the miter table should be parallel as shown in figure 12.
 If the edge of the framing square and the throat plate in
the miter table are not parallel as shown in figures 13 and
14, adjustments are needed.
 Using the hex key, loosen the socket head screws securing
the fence. Adjust the fence left or right until the framing
square and throat plate are parallel.
 Retighten the screws securely and recheck the fence-to-
table alignment.
Fig. 15
FENCE
SOCKET HEAD
SCREW(S)
Fig. 13
VIEW OF MITER TABLE NOT SQUARE WITH FENCE,
ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED
Fig. 14
VIEW OF MITER TABLE NOT SQUARE WITH FENCE,
ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED
Fig. 12
VIEW OF MITER TABLE SQUARE WITH FENCE
CORRECTLY ADJUSTED
FENCE MITER TABLE
THROAT PLATE
FRAMING
SQUARE
FENCE MITER TABLE
THROAT PLATE
FRAMING
SQUARE
FENCE MITER TABLE
THROAT PLATE
FRAMING
SQUARE
SOCKET HEAD
SCREW(S)

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SQUARING THE SAW BLADE TO THE FENCE
See Figures 16 - 19.
 Unplug your saw.
 Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage the lock
pin to hold the saw arm in transport position.
 Loosen the miter lock levers.
 Rotate the miter table until the pointer is positioned
at 0°.
 Securely tighten the miter lock levers.
 Lay a framing square flat on the miter table. Place one
leg of the square against the fence. Slide the other leg
of the square against the flat part of saw blade.
NOTE: Make sure that the square contacts the flat part
of the saw blade, not the blade teeth.
 The edge of the square and the saw blade should be
parallel as shown in figure 16.
 If the front or back edge of the saw blade angles away
from the square as shown in figures 17 and 18, adjust-
ments are needed.
 Using a 14 mm wrench, loosen the hex head screws that
secure the mounting bracket to the miter table.
 Rotate the mounting bracket left or right until the saw
blade is parallel with the square.
 Retighten the screws securely and recheck the blade-to-
fence alignment.
VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH FENCE,
ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED
Fig. 18
Fig. 17
VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH FENCE,
ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED
Fig. 16
BASE
VIEW OF BLADE
SQUARE WITH FENCE
BLADE
FENCE
FRAMING
SQUARE
BASE
BLADE
FENCE
FRAMING
SQUARE
BASE
BLADE
FENCE
FRAMING
SQUARE
Fig. 19
MOUNTING
BRACKET
MITER
TABLE
HEX HEAD
SCREW(S)

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ASSEMBLY
FENCE
MITER
TABLE
COMBINATION
SQUARE
BLADE
Fig. 20
CORRECT VIEW OF BLADE SQUARE WITH MITER TABLE
VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH MITER TABLE,
ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED Fig. 21
SQUARING THE BLADE TO THE MITER
TABLE
See Figures 20 - 23.
 Unplug your saw.
 Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage the lock
pin to hold the saw arm in transport position.
 Loosen the miter lock levers.
 Rotate the miter table until the pointer is positioned
at 0˚.
 Securely tighten the miter lock levers.
 Loosen bevel lock knob and set saw arm at 0˚ bevel (blade
set 90˚ to miter table). Tighten bevel lock knob.
 Place a combination square against the miter table and
the flat part of saw blade.
NOTE: Make sure that the square contacts the flat part
of the saw blade, not the blade teeth.
 Rotate the blade by hand and check the blade-to-table
alignment at several points.
 The edge of the square and the saw blade should be
parallel as shown in figure 20.
 If the top or bottom of the saw blade angles away from
the square as shown in figures 21 and 23, adjustments
are needed.
 Using a 10 mm wrench or adjustable wrench, loosen the
lock nut securing positive stop adjustment screw. Also
loosen bevel lock knob. See Figure 35.
 Adjust positive stop adjustment screw to bring
saw blade into alignment with the square.
 Retighten bevel lock knob. Next, retighten lock nut
securing the positive stop adjustment screw. Recheck
blade-to-table alignment.
NOTE: The above procedure can be used to check blade
squareness of the saw blade to the miter table at both 0˚
and 45˚ angles.
FENCE
MITER
TABLE
COMBINATION
SQUARE
BLADE
Fig. 22
LOCK
NUT(S)
POSITIVE STOP
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW FOR
45° ANGLES

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Your saw has two scale indicators, one on the bevel scale
and one on the miter scale. After squaring adjustments have
been made, it may be necessary to loosen the indicators
screws and reset them to zero.
Fig. 23
VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH MITER TABLE,
ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED
FENCE
MITER
TABLE
BLADE
COMBINATION
SQUARE
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care-
less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use
of attachments or accessories not recommended can
result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
 Crosscutting wood and plastic
 Crosscutting miters, joints, etc. for picture frames,
moldings, door casings, and fine joinery
 Bevel cutting and compound cutting
NOTE: The blade provided is fine for most wood cutting
operations, but for fine joinery cuts or cutting plastic, use
one of the accessory blades available from the dealer.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Before starting any cutting operation, clamp or bolt the
compound miter saw to a workbench. Never operate the
miter saw on the floor or in a crouched position. Failure to
heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, keep hands outside
the no hands zone, at least 3 in. from the blade. Never
perform any cutting operation freehand (without holding
workpiece against the fence). The blade could grab the
workpiece if it slips or twists.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always tighten the miter
lock levers securely before making a cut. Failure to do
so could result in movement of the control arm or miter
table while making a cut.