Makita LS0711Z User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Slide Compound Saw
Equipped with Electric Blade Brake
190 mm (7-1/2”)
MODEL LS0711Z
DOUBLE
INSULATION

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SPECIFICATIONS
Blade diameter : ......................................................................................... 190 mm (7-1/2”)
Hole (arbor) diameter : ............................................................................... 15.88 mm (5/8”)
Max. Miter angle : ...................................................................................Left 47° , Right 57°
Max. Bevel angle : ....................................................................................................Left 45°
Max. Cutting capacities (H x W) with blade 190 mm (7-1/2”) in diameter.
(Note)
* mark indicates that a wood facing with the following thickness is used.
1. When using a wood facing 20 mm (13/16”) thick.
2. When using a wood facing 15 mm (9/16”) thick.
No load speed (RPM) : ........................................................................................ 6,000/min.
Dimensions (L x W x H) : ......................550 mm x 430 mm x 458 mm (21-5/8” x 17” x 18”)
Net weight : ............................................................................................... 10.5 kg (23.2 lbs)
• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
USA007-1
(For All Tools)
Miter angle Bevel angle
0°45°(left)
0°
* 60 mm x 150 mm
(2-3/8” x 5-7/8”) Note 1
50 mm x 182 mm
(2” x 7-1/8”)
* 45 mm x 145 mm
(1-3/4” x 5-3/4”) Note 1
35 mm x 182 mm
(1-3/8” x 7-1/8”)
45°(left and right)
* 60 mm x 100 mm
(2-3/8” x 3-15/16”) Note 2
50 mm x 127 mm
(2” x 5”)
* 45 mm x 100 mm
(1-3/4” x 3-15/16”) Note 2
35 mm x 127 mm
(1-3/8” x 5”)

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1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the
owner’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s
applications and limitations, as well as the
specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working
order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
areas and benches invite accidents.
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON-
MENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or
wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep work area well lighted. Don’t use
tool in presence of flammable liquids or
gases.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors
should be kept safe distance from work
area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with pad-
locks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job bet-
ter and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear
is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also
use face or dust mask if cutting operation
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work when practical. It’s safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands
to operate tool.
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest perfor-
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;
when changing accessories such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owner’s manual for recom-
mended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury to
persons.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
19. 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, mount-
ing, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced.
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a
blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-
TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave
tool until it comes to a complete stop.
22. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.

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23. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this equipment has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified elec-
trician to install the proper outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way.
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet,
etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool.
A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in SERIOUS
INJURY to the user - as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE
TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the
motor.
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 cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num-
ber, the heavier the cord.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES USB036-2
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from
repeated use) replace strict adherence to slide compound saw
safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can
suffer serious personal injury.
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
Avoid contact with any coasting blade. It
can still cause severe injury.
3. Do not operate saw without guards in
place. Check blade guard for proper clos-
ing before each use. Do not operate saw if
blade guard does not move freely and
close instantly. Never clamp or tie the
blade guard into the open position.
4. Do not perform any operation freehand.
The workpiece must be secured firmly
against the turn base and guide fence with
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord
Ampere Rating Volts Total length of cord in feet
120 V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.
More Than Not More Than AWG
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18161412
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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a vise during all operations. Never use
your hand to secure the workpiece.
5. Never reach around saw blade.
6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to
stop before moving workpiece or chang-
ing settings.
7. Unplug tool before changing blade or ser-
vicing.
8. To reduce the risk of injury, return car-
riage to the full rear position after each
crosscut operation.
9. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool.
10. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head
down is for carrying and storage pur-
poses only and not for any cutting opera-
tions.
11. Do not use the tool in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
12. Check the blade carefully for cracks or
damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged blade immediately.
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades
slows saw and increases potential for
kickback. Keep blade clean by first remov-
ing it from tool, then cleaning it with gum
and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.
Never use gasoline to clean blade.
13. While making a slide cut, KICKBACK can
occur. KICKBACK occurs when the blade
binds in the workpiece during a cutting
operation and the saw blade is driven
back rapidly towards the operator. Loss of
control and serious personal injury can
result. If blade begins to bind during a cut-
ting operation, do not continue to cut and
release switch immediately.
14. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
15. Be careful not to damage the arbor,
flanges (especially the installing surface)
or bolt. Damage to these parts could
result in blade breakage.
16. Make sure that the turn base is properly
secured so it will not move during opera-
tion. Use the holes in the base to fasten
the saw to a stable work platform or
bench. NEVER use tool where operator
positioning would be awkward.
17. For your safety, remove the chips, small
pieces, etc. from the table top before oper-
ation.
18. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and
remove all nails from the workpiece
before operation.
19. Make sure the shaft lock is released
before the switch is turned on.
20. Be sure that the blade does not contact
the turn base in the lowest position.
21. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the
saw moves up or down slightly during
start-up and stopping.
22. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
23. Before using the tool on an actual work-
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for
vibration or wobbling that could indicate
poor installation or a poorly balanced
blade.
24. Wait until the blade attains full speed
before cutting.
25. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything abnormal.
26. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on
position.
27. Be alert at all times, especially during
repetitive, monotonous operations. Do
not be lulled into a false sense of security.
Blades are extremely unforgiving.
28. Always use accessories recommended in
this manual. Use of improper accessories
such as abrasive wheels may cause an
injury.

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29. NEVER hold workpiece on right side of
blade with left hand or vice versa. This is
called cross-armed cutting and exposes
user to risk of SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY as shown in the figure. ALWAYS
use vise to secure workpiece.
30. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to
disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, water and sharp
objects.
31. NEVER stack workpieces on the table top
to speed cutting operations. Cut only one
piece at a time.
32. Some material contains chemicals which
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-
rial supplier safety data.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.

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INSTALLATION
Bench mounting
When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the lowered
position by the stopper pin. Release the stopper pin by lower-
ing the handle slightly and pulling the stopper pin.
This tool should be bolted with two bolts to a level and stable
surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool’s base. This
will help prevent tipping and possible injury.
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
Blade guard
When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automati-
cally. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to its original
position when the cut is completed and the handle is raised.
NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD OR
THE SPRING WHICH ATTACHES TO THE GUARD.
In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain the
blade guard in good condition. Any irregular operation of the
blade guard should be corrected immediately. Check to
assure spring loaded return action of guard. NEVER USE
THE TOOL IF THE BLADE GUARD OR SPRING ARE DAM-
AGED, FAULTY OR REMOVED. DOING SO IS HIGHLY
DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY.
1. Stopper pin
1
002201
1. Bolt
1
002194
1. Blade guard
1
002252

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If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the blade is no longer easily
visible, unplug the saw and clean the guard carefully with a
damp cloth. Do not use solvents or any petroleum-based
cleaners on the plastic guard.
If the blade guard is especially dirty and vision through the
guard is impaired, use the supplied socket wrench to loosen
the hex bolt holding the center cover. Loosen the hex bolt by
turning it counterclockwise and raise the blade guard and
center cover. With the blade guard so positioned, cleaning
can be more completely and efficiently accomplished. When
cleaning is complete, reverse procedure above and secure
bolt. Do not remove spring holding blade guard. If guard
becomes discolored through age or UV light exposure, con-
tact a Makita service center for a new guard. DO NOT
DEFEAT OR REMOVE GUARD.
Positioning kerf board
This tool is provided with the kerf boards in the turn base to
minimize tearing on the exit side of a cut. The kerf boards are
factory adjusted so that the saw blade does not contact the
kerf boards. Before use, adjust the kerf boards as follows:
First, unplug the tool. Loosen all the screws (2 each on left
and right) securing the kerf boards. Re-tighten them only to
the extent that the kerf boards can still be easily moved by
hand. Lower the handle fully and push in the stopper pin to
lock the handle in the lowered position. Loosen the clamp
screw which secures the slide poles. Pull the carriage toward
you fully. Adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards just
contact the sides of the blade teeth. Tighten the front screws
(do not tighten firmly). Push the carriage toward the guide
fence fully and adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards
just contact the sides of blade teeth. Tighten the rear screws
(do not tighten firmly).
After adjusting the kerf boards, release the stopper pin and
raise the handle. Then tighten all the screws securely.
CAUTION:
•Before and after changing the bevel angle, always adjust
the kerf boards as described above.
1. Blade guard
1
001782
1. Clamp screw
2. Kerf board
1. Saw blade
2. Blade teeth
3. Kerf board
4. Left bevel cut
5. Straight cut
1
2
002195
12
3
45
001800

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Maintaining maximum cutting capacity
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting
capacity for a 190 mm (7 - 1/2”) saw blade.
When installing a new blade, always check the lower limit
position of the blade and if necessary, adjust it as follows:
First, unplug the tool. Push the carriage toward the guide
fence fully and lower the handle completely. Use the socket
wrench to turn the adjusting bolt until the periphery of the
blade extends slightly below the top surface of the turn base
at the point where the front face of the guide fence meets the
top surface of the turn base.
With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while hold-
ing the handle all the way down to be sure that the blade
does not contact any part of the lower base. Re-adjust
slightly, if necessary.
CAUTION:
•After installing a new blade, always be sure that the
blade does not contact any part of the lower base when
the handle is lowered completely. Always do this with the
tool unplugged.
Stopper arm
The lower limit position of the blade can be easily adjusted
with the stopper arm. To adjust it, move the stopper arm in
the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. Adjust the
adjusting screw so that the blade stops at the desired posi-
tion when lowering the handle fully.
1. Adjusting bolt
2. Guide fence
3. Turn Base
1. Top surface ot turn base
2. Periphery of blade
3. Guide fence
1
23
002196
2
1
3
001540
1. Adjusting screw
2. Stopper arm
2
1
002207

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Adjusting the miter angle
Loosen the grip by turning counterclockwise. Turn the turn
base while pressing down the lock lever. When you have
moved the grip to the position where the pointer points to the
desired angle on the miter scale, securely tighten the grip
clockwise.
CAUTION:
•When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the handle
fully.
•After changing the miter angle, always secure the turn
base by tightening the grip firmly.
Adjusting the bevel angle
To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of the
tool counterclockwise.
Push the handle to the left to tilt the saw blade until the
pointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale. Then
tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure the arm.
CAUTION:
•When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the handle
fully.
•After changing the bevel angle, always secure the arm
by tightening the lever clockwise.
•When changing bevel angles, be sure to position the kerf
boards appropriately as explained in the “Positioning kerf
boards”section.
Switch action
CAUTION:
•Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”
position when released.
•When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button and
store it in a secure place. This prevents unauthorized
operation.
1. Turn base
2. Miter scale
3. Pointer
4. Grip
5. Lock lever
2
5
4
3
1
002197
1. Lever
1. Pointer
2. Bevel scale
3. Arm
1
002198
1
2
3
002199
1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
3. Handle
2
3
1
002253

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•Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in the
lock-off button. This can cause switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a
lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, press in the lock-
off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trig-
ger to stop.
WARNING:
•NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch trigger.
Any tool with an inoperative switch is HIGHLY
DANGEROUS and must be repaired before further
usage.
•For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off
button which prevents the tool from unintended starting.
NEVER use the tool if it runs when you simply pull the
switch trigger without pressing the lock-off button.
Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
•NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function of
lock-off button.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch trigger
release, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.
The blade brake system is not a substitute for blade guard.
NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING BLADE
GUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
ASSEMBLY CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

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Socket wrench storage
The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure. When
using the socket wrench, pull it out of the wrench holder.
After using the socket wrench, return it to the wrench holder.
Installing or removing saw blade
CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing the blade.
•Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to install or
remove the blade. Failure to do so may result in
overtightening or insufficient tightening of the hex bolt.
This could cause an injury.
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the stop-
per pin.
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen the
hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclock-
wise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
1. Arm
2. Wrench holder
3. Socket wrench
2
1
3
002200
1. Stopper pin
1
002201
1. Blade Case
2. Hex bolt
3. Socket wrench
4. Blade guard
2
4
3
1
002215

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Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the socket
wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the
hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle, mak-
ing sure that the direction of the arrow on the surface of the
blade matches the direction of the arrow on the blade case.
Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then use the socket
wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed) securely counter-
clockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original posi-
tion. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure the center
cover. Release the handle from the raised position by pulling
the stopper pin. Lower the handle to make sure that the
blade guard moves properly. Make sure shaft lock has
released spindle before making cut.
1. Shaft lock
2. Arrow
3. Blade case
4. Socket wrench
5. Hex bolt
2
5
4
3
1
002216
1. Outer flange
2. Inner flange
3. Spindle
4. Saw blade
5. Hex bolt
1. Blade case
2. Arrow
3. Saw blade
4. Arrow
54
3
2
1
001771
21 34
002254

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Dust bag
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean and
dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it onto the
dust nozzle.
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust bag
from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty the dust bag of
its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adher-
ing to the insides which might hamper further collection.
NOTE:
If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw, more
efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.
Securing workpiece
WARNING:
•It is extremely important to always secure the workpiece
properly and tightly with the vise. Failure to do so can
cause the tool to be damaged and/or the workpiece to
be destroyed. PERSONAL INJURY MAY ALSO RESULT.
Also, after a cutting operation, DO NOT raise the blade
until the blade has come to a complete stop.
CAUTION:
•When cutting long workpieces, use supports that are as
high as the top surface level of the turn base. Do not rely
solely on the vertical vise and/or horizontal vise to
secure the workpiece.
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece over its
entire length to avoid blade pinch and possible
KICKBACK.
1. Dust nozzle
2. Fastener
3. Dust bag
13
2
002217
1. Support
2. Turn base
1 2
001549

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Vertical vise
The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on either
the left or right side of the guide fence or the holder assembly
(optional accessory). Insert the vise rod into the hole in the
guide fence or the holder assembly and tighten the screw to
secure the vise rod.
Position the vise arm according to the thickness and shape
of the workpiece and secure the vise arm by tightening the
screw. If the screw to secure the vise arm contacts the guide
fence, install the screw on the opposite side of vise arm.
Make sure that no part of the tool contacts the vise when
lowering the handle fully and pulling or pushing the carriage
all the way. If some part contacts the vise, re-position the
vise.
Press the workpiece flat against the guide fence and the turn
base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting position
and secure it firmly by tightening the vise knob.
CAUTION:
•The workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn
base and guide fence with the vise during all operations.
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)
The horizontal vise can be installed on the left side of the
base. By turning the vise knob counterclockwise, the screw
is released and the vise shaft can be moved rapidly in and
out. By turning the vise knob clockwise, the screw remains
secured. To grip the workpiece, turn the vise knob gently
clockwise until the projection reaches its topmost position,
then fasten securely. If the vise knob is forced in or pulled out
while being turned clockwise, the projection may stop at an
angle. In this case, turn the vise knob back counterclockwise
until the screw is released, before turning again gently clock-
wise.
The maximum width of the workpiece which can be secured
by the horizontal vise is 120 mm (4 - 3/4”).
CAUTION:
•Grip the workpiece only when the projection is at the
topmost position. Failure to do so may result in
insufficient securing of the workpiece. This could cause
the workpiece to be thrown, cause damage to the blade
or cause the loss of control, which can result in
PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Vise arm
2. Vise rod
3. Guide fence
4. Holder
5. Holder assembly
6. Vise knob
7. Screw
2
7
4
5
3
1
6
002255
1. Vise knob
2. Projection
3. Vise shaft
4. Base
12
3
4
001807

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Holders and holder assembly
(optional accessories)
The holders and the holder assembly can be installed on
either side as a convenient means of supporting workpieces
horizontally. Install them as shown in the figure. Then tighten
the screws firmly to secure the holders and the holder
assembly.
When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod assembly
(optional accessory). It consists of two holder assemblies
and two rods 12.
CAUTION:
•Always support long workpieces level with the top
surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to prevent
dangerous loss of control of the tool.
OPERATION CAUTION:
•Before use, be sure to release the handle from the
lowered position by pulling the stopper pin.
•Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece, etc.
before the switch is turned on.
•Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle when
cutting. Too much force may result in overload of the
motor and/or decreased cutting efficiency. Push down
handle with only as much force as is necessary for
smooth cutting and without significant decrease in blade
speed.
•Gently press down the handle to perform the cut. If the
handle is pressed down with force or if lateral force is
applied, the blade will vibrate and leave a mark (saw
mark) in the workpiece and the precision of the cut will
be impaired.
•During a slide cut, gently push the carriage toward the
guide fence without stopping. If the carriage movement
is stopped during the cut, a mark will be left in the
workpiece and the precision of the cut will be impaired.
1. Holder
2. Holder assembly
12
002247
1. Holder assembly
2. Rod 12
2
1
002246

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1. Press cutting (cutting small workpieces)
Workpieces up to 50 mm (2”) high and 97 mm (3-13/16”)
wide can be cut in the following way.
Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and
tighten the clamp screw on the turn base clockwise to
secure the carriage. Secure the workpiece with the vise.
Switch on the tool without the blade making any contact
and wait until the blade attains full speed before lower-
ing. Then gently lower the handle to the fully lowered
position to cut the workpiece. When the cut is com-
pleted, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE
HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before returning
the blade to its fully elevated position.
CAUTION:
•Firmly tighten the clamp screw on the turn base
clockwise so that the carriage will not move during
operation. Insufficient tightening may cause unexpected
kickback of the blade. Possible serious PERSONAL
INJURY may result.
2. Slide (push) cutting (cutting wide workpieces)
Loosen the clamp screw on the turn base counterclock-
wise so that the carriage can slide freely. Secure the
workpiece with the vise. Pull the carriage toward you
fully. Switch on the tool without the blade making any
contact and wait until the blade attains full speed. Press
down the handle and PUSH THE CARRIAGE TOWARD
THE GUIDE FENCE AND THROUGH THE WORK-
PIECE. When the cut is completed, switch off the tool
and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COM-
PLETE STOP before returning the blade to its fully ele-
vated position.
CAUTION:
•Whenever performing the slide cut, FIRST PULL THE
CARRIAGE TOWARD YOU FULLY and press down the
handle to the fully lowered position, then PUSH THE
CARRIAGE TOWARD THE GUIDE FENCE. NEVER
START THE CUT WITH THE CARRIAGE NOT FULLY
PULLED TOWARD YOU. If you perform the slide cut
without pulling the carriage fully or if you perform the
slide cut toward your direction, the blade may kickback
unexpectedly with the potential to cause serious
PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Clamp screw
1
002202
002203

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•Never perform the slide cut with the handle locked in the
lowered position by pressing the stopper pin.
•Never loosen the clamp screw which secures the
carriage while the blade is rotating. This may cause
serious injury.
3. Miter cutting
Refer to the previously covered “Adjusting the miter
angle”.
4. Bevel cut
Loosen the lever and tilt the saw blade to set the bevel
angle (Refer to the previously covered “Adjusting the
bevel angle”). Be sure to retighten the lever firmly to
secure the selected bevel angle safely. Secure the work-
piece with a vise. Make sure the carriage is pulled all the
way back toward the operator. Switch on the tool without
the blade making any contact and wait until the blade
attains full speed. Then gently lower the handle to the
fully lowered position while applying pressure in parallel
with the blade and PUSH THE CARRIAGE TOWARD
THE GUIDE FENCE TO CUT THE WORKPIECE. When
the cut is completed, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL
THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP
before returning the blade to its fully elevated position.
CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the blade will move down to bevel
direction during a bevel cut. Keep hands out of path of
saw blade.
•During a bevel cut, it may create a condition whereby the
piece cut off will come to rest against the side of the
blade. If the blade is raised while the blade is still
rotating, this piece may be caught by the blade, causing
fragments to be scattered which is dangerous. The blade
should be raised ONLY after the blade has come to a
complete stop.
•When pressing the handle down, apply pressure parallel
to the blade. If the pressure is not parallel to the blade
during a cut, the angle of the blade might be shifted and
the precision of the cut will be impaired.
5. Compound cutting
Compound cutting is the process in which a bevel angle
is made at the same time in which a miter angle is being
cut on a workpiece. Compound cutting can be performed
at angle shown in the table.
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When performing compound cutting, refer to “Press cut-
ting”, “Slide cutting”, “Miter cutting”and “Bevel cut”
explanations.
6. Cutting crown and cove moldings
Crown and cove moldings can be cut on a compound
miter saw with the moldings laid flat on the turn base.
There are two common types of crown moldings and one
type of cove moldings; 52/38°wall angle crown molding,
45°wall angle crown molding and 45°wall angle cove
molding. See illustrations.
There are crown and cove molding joints which are
made to fit “Inside”90°corners ((1) and (2) in Fig. A) and
“Outside”90°corners ((3) and (4) in Fig. A).
Measuring
Measure the wall length and adjust workpiece on table to
cut wall contact edge to desired length. Always make
sure that cut workpiece length at the back of the work-
piece is the same as wall length. Adjust cut length for
angle of cut. Always use several pieces for test cuts to
check the saw angles.
When cutting crown and cove moldings, set the bevel
angle and miter angle as indicated in the table (A) and
position the moldings on the top surface of the saw base
as indicated in the table (B).
Miter angle
Left and Right 45˚
Right 50˚
Right 55˚
Right 60˚
Bevel angle
Left 0˚ - 45˚
Left 0˚ - 40˚
Left 0˚ - 30˚
Left 0˚ - 25˚
1. 52/38°type crown molding
2. 45°type crown molding
3. 45°type cove molding
52∞
38∞
45∞
45∞
45∞
45∞
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1. Inside corner
2. Outside corner
1. Inside corner
2. Outside corner
(1) (2) (3) (4)
1 2
Fig.A
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(1)
(2)
(1)
(2)
(2)
(1)
(2)
(1)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
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For inside
corner
For outside
corner
Molding
position in Fig. A
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
52/38˚type
Left 33.9˚
45˚type
Left 30˚
52/38˚type
Right 31.6˚
Left 31.6˚
Right 31.6˚
45˚type
Right 35.3˚
Left 35.3˚
Right 35.3˚
Bevel angle Miter angle
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Example:
In the case of cutting 52/38°type crown molding for
position (1) in Fig. A:
•Tilt and secure bevel angle setting to 33.9°
LEFT.
•Adjust and secure miter angle setting to 31.6°
RIGHT.
•Lay crown molding with its broad back (hidden)
surface down on the turn base with its CEILING
CONTACT EDGE against the guide fence on
the saw.
•The finished piece to be used will always be on
the LEFT side of the blade after the cut has
been made.
For inside
corner
For outside
corner
Molding
position in Fig. A
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Molding edge against
guide fence
Ceiling contact edge should
be against guide fence.
Wall contact edge should be
against guide fence.
Ceiling contact edge should be
against guide fence.
Finished piece
Finished piece will
be on the Left side
of blade.
Finished piece will
be on the Right side
of blade.
Table (B)