Jancy Engineering Slugger MCCS14 User manual

Slugger®14" Metal Cutter
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
HEARING PROTECTION
REQUIRED
EYE PROTECTION
REQUIRED
BEWARE OF
ROTATING
MACHINE PARTS
LINE VOLTAGE
PRESENT
NEVER PLACE
FINGERS NEAR
CUTTING AREA
MODEL # MCCS14 (120V) OR MCCS14-2 (220V)
Serial # Date of Purchase
WARNING!
before use, be sure everyone using this machine reads and understands
all safety and operating instructions in this manual.
United States Patent #5,415,503

14" Metal Cutter
Congratulations on your purchase of a Slugger® 14" Metal Cutter. Please take a moment to complete and mail your
product warranty registration card. Doing so will validate your machine’s warranty period and ensure prompt service if
needed. Thank you for selecting a product from Jancy Engineering Inc.™
table of contents
General Safety Rules ......................................3-5
Contents Of Package And Specific Safety Rules And Symbols ............ 6
Getting Started ..........................................7-8
Before Each Use .......................................... 9
Basic Saw Operations ...................................10-11
Maintenance............................................ 12
Basic Troubleshooting ...................................... 13
Saw Breakdown ......................................... 14
Saw Parts List .........................................15-16
Dimensions And Specifications ................................ 16
JANCY ENGINEERING RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE
IMPROVEMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS TO DESIGN WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
limited warranty
Jancy Engineering Inc.™ will, within twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase, repair or replace any goods
found to be defective in materials or workmanship, provided the product warranty registration card has been returned to
Jancy Engineering Inc.™ within thirty (30) days of purchase date. This warranty is void if tool is used on materials thicker
than 5/8" (9.5 mm) solid for aluminum, 1/2" (8mm) for mild steel, or 5/16" (6 mm) for solid stainless steel, has been
damaged by accident, neglect, improper service, or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or
workmanship. This warranty does not apply to machines and/or components which have been altered, changed or
modified in any way or subjected to use beyond recommended capacities and specifications. Electrical components are
subject to respective manufacturers’ warranties. All goods returned defective shall be returned prepaid freight to Jancy,
which shall be the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy for defective goods. In no event shall Jancy Engineering be liable
for loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly from the use of merchandise or from any other cause. Jancy Engineering
is not liable for any costs incurred on such goods or consequential damages. No officer, employee or agent of Jancy is
authorized to make oral representations of fitness or to waive any of the foregoing terms of sale and none shall be
binding on Jancy.
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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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WORK AREA
 •Keepyourworkareacleanandwelllit.
 •Clutteredbenchesanddarkareasinviteaccidents.
 •Donotoperatepowertoolsinexplosiveatmospheressuchasinthepresenceofammableliquids,gasesor
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
 •Keepbystanders,childrenandvisitorsawaywhileoperatingapowertool.Distractionscancauseyoutolose
control.
PERSONAL SAFETY
 •Stayalert,watchwhatyouaredoingandusecommonsensewhenoperatingapowertool.Donotusetool
 whiletiredorundertheinuenceofdrugs,alcoholormedication.Amomentofinattentionwhileoperating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
 •Dressproperly.Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry.Containlonghair.Keepyourhair,clothingand
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
 •Avoidaccidentalstarting.Besureswitchisoffbeforepluggingin.Carryingtoolswithyourngeronthe
switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
 •Removeadjustingkeysorswitchesbeforeturningthetoolon.Awrenchorakeythatisleftattachedtoa
rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
 •Donotoverreach.Keepproperfootingandbalanceatalltimes.Properfootingandbalanceenablesbetter
 controlofthetoolinunexpectedsituations.Keephandsandfeetawayfromthesidesandrearofthemachine.
 •Usesafetyequipment.Alwaysweareyeprotection.Dustmasks,non-skidsafetyshoes,hardhatsandhearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
 •Neverstandontool.Seriousinjurycouldoccurifthetoolistippedorifthecuttingtooliscontacted.
•Thedustgeneratedbycertainmetalscanbehazardoustoyourhealth.Alwaysoperatemachineryina
well ventilated area and provide proper dust removal.
•Nevercutanythingfreehand.Alwayssecureyourworkpiecebeforeoperatingthesaw.
TOOL USE AND CARE
 •Keepguardsinplace.Alwayschecktoensurebladeguardsareinplaceandinworkingorderbefore
operation.
 •Checkbladebeforeoperation.Checkthebladetoensureitissharpandisnotcrackedorwarped.Checkto
be sure the arbor screw is clean and securely tightened. Be sure the blade turns freely and is free of vibration.

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 •Removeadjustingkeysandwrenches.Beforeoperationcheckthatallkeysandwrenchesaresecuredinto 
their appropriate locations.
 •Makesurethebladecomestoacompletestop.Besurethebladehascometoacompletestopbefore
leaving the saw, removing the work piece or changing the work piece angle.
 •Useonlybladeangesapprovedforyourmachine.
 •Supporttheworkpieceproperly.Besuretheworkpieceisproperlysecuredandhasadequatesupporttothe
sides if cutting a piece larger than the machine base.
 •Useclampsorotherpracticalwaytosecureandsupporttheworkpiecetoastableplatform.Holdingthe 
work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
 •Donotforcetool.Usethecorrecttoolforyourapplication.Thecorrecttoolwilldothejobbetterandsaferat 
the rate for which it is designed.
 •Donotusetoolifswitchdoesnotturnitonoroff.Anytoolthatcannotbecontrolledwiththeswitchis
dangerous and must be repaired.
 •Disconnecttheplugfromthepowersourcebeforemakinganyadjustments,changingaccessoriesorstoring 
the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
 •Storeidletoolsoutofreachofchildrenandotheruntrainedpersons.Toolsaredangerousinthehandsof
untrained users.
 •Maintaintoolswithcare.Keepcuttingtoolssharpandclean.Properlymaintainedtoolswithsharpcutting 
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
 •Checkformisalignmentorbindingofmovingparts,breakageofpartsandanyotherconditionthatmay 
affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained tools.
 •Useonlyaccessoriesthatarerecommendedbythemanufacturerforyourmodel.Accessoriesthatmaybe
suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
SERVICE
 •Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
 •Whenservicingatool,useonlyidenticalreplacementparts.Followinstructionsinthe"Maintenance"sectionof
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow "Maintenance Instructions" may create a risk of electric
shock or injury.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
 •Groundedtoolsmustbepluggedintoanoutletproperlyinstalledandgroundedinaccordancewithallcodes
and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor
plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the
tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity
away from the user. (Refer to Figure A on Pg.5)
general safety rules ( cont .)

 •Avoidbodycontactwithgroundedsurfacessuchaspipes,radiators,rangesandrefrigerators.Thereisan
increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
 •Don’texposepowertoolstorainorwetconditions.Waterenteringapowertoolwillincreasetheriskof
electric shock.
 •Donotabusethecord.Neverusethecordtocarrythetoolsorpulltheplugfromanoutlet.Keepcordaway
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
 •Whenoperatingapowertooloutside,useanoutdoorextensioncordmarked“W-A”or“W.”Thesecords 
are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
(Note) 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. Jancy recommends using a
minimum 12 gauge extension cord not to exceed 100 feet. The table below (Figure B) is supplied only as a guide to
minimum gauge for extension cords, where the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
MOTOR SAFETY AND PROTECTION
 •Important: To avoid motor damage, this motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to keep dust from
interfering with normal ventilation.
1. Connect this tool to a power source with appropriate voltage for your model and a 20-amp circuit. The
wrong size circuit can damage the motor.
2. If the motor won’t start, release the trigger switch immediately. Unplug the tool. Check the saw blade to make
sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, refer to Basic Troubleshooting section on pg. 13.
3. If the motor suddenly stalls while cutting, release trigger switch, unplug the tool and free the blade from
the work piece. The motor may now be restarted and the cut finished.
 4.Fusesmay“blow”orcircuitbreakersmaytripfrequentlyif:
  a:Motorisoverloaded-Overloadingcanoccurifyoufeedtoorapidlyormaketoomanystart/stopsin
a short time.
  b:Linevoltagesshouldnotbemorethan10%aboveorbelowthenameplatevoltage.Forheavyloads,
however, the voltage at motor terminals must equal the voltage specified for your model.
  c:Improperordullsawbladeused.
minimum gauge for extension cords
volts total length of cord in feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
amperage
0-6 18 16 16 14
6-10 18 16 14 12
10-12 16 16 14 12
12-16 14 12 not recommended
recommended wire gauge
note: jancy recommends using aminimum 12 gauge exten-
sion cord not to exceed 100 feet.
general safety rules ( cont .)
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Fig. BFig. A

specific safety rules and symbols
WARNING!
do not operate machine if warning and/or instruction labels are missing or damaged.
contact Jancy engineering for replacement labels.
1. If you require an additional manual, please contact Jancy
Engineering at [phone] for a FREE copy.
2. Only use specified and approved saw blades.
3.Keepsawbladessecurelyfastened.
4. Do not use dull or broken blades.
5. Beware of chips ejected. They become HOT during the cut.
6. Always make safe provisions for handling of excess material.
7.Keepbottomofbaseplatefreefromdirtandotherdebris.
EYE
PROTECTION
REQUIRED
HEARING
PROTECTION
REQUIRED
NEVER PLACE
FINGERS NEAR
CUTTING AREA
LINE
VOLTAGE
PRESENT
BEWARE OF
ROTATING
MACHINE
PARTS
V .............................................volts
A ............................................amperes
Hz ...........................................hertz
min ..........................................minutes
s .............................................seconds
~............................................alternating current
no ...........................................no load speed
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Remove all contents from packaging and inspect to ensure no damage was incurred during shipping. Your Slugger®
14" Metal Cutter packageshouldalsoincludethefollowing:
WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, do not plug the power cord into
a power source outlet during unpacking and assembly. This cord must remain unplugged whenever you are
working on the saw.
1. Remove the saw from the carton by lifting the saw with the carrying handle.
2. Place the saw on a secure, stationary work surface and look the saw over carefully.
contents of package
description part # qty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL LIT122 1
PRODUCT DVD LIT032 1
WARRANTY CARD 0070342 1
2.5MM HEX WRENCH UH8000 1
6MM HEX WRENCH UH8015 1
8MM HEX WRENCH UH8016 1
EAR PLUGS MC702301 1
SAFETY GOGGLES MC702302 1
SAW BLADE MCBL14 1
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE SAWING
1. Type of material to be cut (which determines blade selection), thickness and position should all be determined to
ensure proper performance.
2. Remove any excessive mill scale or rust from surface to be cut.
3. Material that has been flame cut may have become heat treated and therefore difficult to cut. Avoid sawing near
such areas whenever possible.

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getting started
CAUTION!
always disconnect the saw from power source before making adJustments.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SAW
1. Warning Label.
2. Chain - For easy carrying and storage, the cut-off saw
can be clamped in the down position by means of the hold
down chain. To move the cutting head to the up position,
simply unhook the chain from the handle housing.
3. Quick Vise - Clamping the work piece can be accomplished
quickly and easily.
4. Outer Guard - Protects users from contact on upper
portion of blade. Rotate this guard to change the blade.
5. D Handle - The D handle contains the trigger switch
(see #8). The blade can be lowered into the work piece
by pushing down on the handle. The saw will return to its
upright position when the handle is released unless the
chain (#2) is hooked.
6. Carrying Handle - This handle is built into the unit
to move it from one location to another. Before attempting
to pick up the unit by the carrying handle always clamp the
cut off saw power head in the down position using chain
(#2).
7. Plastic Chip Guard - To protect eyes and face from the
chips created while cutting.
 8.Switch-Toturnthesaw“ON”depresstriggerswitch.
 Toturnthesaw“OFF”,releasetriggerswitch.
9. Arbor Lock - Allows the user to keep blade from
rotating while tightening or loosening arbor screw during
blade installation or removal.
10. Up Stop Screws - When the motor head is in the full up
position, these screws prevent over-rotation of the
motor head.
11. Down Stop - In the down (full cut) position, the pivot
arm hits an adjustable stop.
12. Upper Guard - Protects users from cutter contact
on upper portion of blade.
13. Arbor Wrench - Used for blade changing and vise
angular adjustments.
14. Lower Guard - Covers the lower part of the blade in
raised position. Retracts into the upper guard when the
head is lowered.

getting started (cont.)
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WARNING: Cut material can be thrown. Eyes can be permanently damaged.
Wear your safety goggles.
ADJUSTMENTS
Downstopadjustment:Thedownstopshouldbeadjustedsothat
maximum cutting capacity is maintained and so that the cut off
blade does not hit the saw base or the surface which the tool is
mounted to.
1. Lower motor head until the arm hits the down stop.
2. Verify maximum cutting capacity and that there is no contact
between cut off blade and base or mounting surface.
3. If contact occurs, adjust down stop screw and jam nut until
problem is corrected.
CHANGING THE BLADE
1. Disconnect the machine from the power source.
2. Loosen the 3 screws (A), and rotate the saw blade cover (B).
3. Press arbor lock (C) and at the same time rotate blade (G) with
8mm hex wrench in arbor screw until the arbor lock engaged.
4. Using the 8 mm hex wrench provided, loosen arbor screw (D)
by turning it counter clockwise, and remove arbor screw (D),
washer(E),outsidebladeange(F)andblade(G).Do Not
Remove Inside Blade Flange.
5. Make sure the inside surfaces of both the inside and outside
bladeangesarecleanandfreefromanydebris.
6. lnstall new blade (G) making certain teeth of saw blade are
pointing down at the front and re-assemble outside blade
ange(F),washer(E)andarborscrew(D).Turnarborscrew(D)
clockwise to tighten while pressing spindle lock (C).
7. Replace saw blade cover that was removed in STEP 2.
8. WARNING: MAKE SURE ARBOR LOCK (C) IS DISENGAGED
AND 8 MM HEX WRENCH IS REMOVED FROM ARBOR SCREW
BEFORE TURNING ON THE POWER.

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before each use
INSPECT YOUR SAW
•Disconnectthe14"MetalCutter,toavoidinjuryfromaccidentalstarting.
•Tightenthearborscrew.
•Checkfordamagedparts.
TO AVOID INJURY FROM JAMS, SLIPS OR THROWN PIECES
•Choosethecorrect14"diametermetalcuttingbladeforthematerialandthetypeofcuttingyouplantodo.
•Makesurethebladeisundamagedandproperlysharpened.The14"MetalCutterrunsat1300RPM.Makesure
the blade used matches this specification.
•Withthesawunplugged,pushthemotorheadallthewaydown.Handspinthebladeandcheckforclearance.
If the blade hits anything, adjust the down stop as shown on Page 8.
•Ensurethebladeandbladeangesareclean.
•Ensuretherecessedsidesoftheangesarefacingtheblade.
•Usingthearborwrenchsupplied,makesurethearborscrewisrmlytightened.
PLAN AHEAD TO PROTECT YOUR EYES, HANDS, FACE, EARS.
Any power saw can throw debris. This can result in permanent eye damage. Wear safety goggles or glasses that comply
with ANSI Z87.1 shown on package. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses.
Safety goggles are available at retail stores. Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could cause injury
when they break.
BEFORE FREEING JAMMED MATERIAL:
•Turnsaw“OFF”byreleasingtriggerswitch.
•Waitforallmovingpartstostop.
•Unplugthe14"MetalCutter.
AFTER FINISHING A CUT:
•Keepthemotorheadhelddown.
•Releasetheswitch,andwaitforbladetostop.

basic saw operations
Familiarize yourself with the following functions of the 14" Metal Cutter before connecting it to a power source
and using it.
1. When starting this 14" Metal Cutter for the first time or after it has been idle for a while, always let the machine
run for one full minute with the blade completely recessed into the guard before making any cuts. If the
blade wobbles or vibrates, discard and replace it immediately.
2. When beginning a cut with the saw, care should be taken not to bump or slam the blade into the work.
Once it has entered, continue the cut with an even smooth stroke. The faster a cut is made the less heat is
created in the work piece preventing discoloring and blade life is prolonged. Cut with maximum force without
overloading the motor.
3. Use an independent support when cutting long, heavy pieces to prevent them from tipping the saw or falling down
after they are cut.
4. When transporting the saw, secure the motor mount to the base to prevent damage.
5. When blade comes up to full speed, pull the handle to begin cutting. It is important to cut with steady and even
pressure (Do Not Force) in order to have consistent cuts.
CLEAN CHIP COLLECTOR
Loosen the screw (A), take out the chip collector (B) and clear it. Put the chip collector (B) back and re-tighten the
screw (A).
THE QUICK VISE
Clamping the work piece can be accomplished quickly and easily as
follows:
1. Lift thread-nut (A)
2. Pull out screw handle (C) far enough to allow work piece (D) to be
placed in vise opening against rear vise jaw (E) as shown.
NOTE:Itisnotnecessarytothreadscrewhandle(C)whenthe
thread-nut (A) is in the raised position. The screw handle
(C) can be rapidly pulled out or pushed in.
3. Push screw handle (C) until front vise jaw (E) contacts the work
piece (D).
4. Flip thread-nut (A) over to engage vice screw (B) and tighten
screw handle (C) to securely clamp work piece (D) in the vise.
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