SIP MITRE SAW User manual

MITRESAW
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures, and
warranty. Put it and the original sales receipt in a safe, dry place for future
reference.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
Read and understand all the instructions before attempting to as-
semble or operate the tool. Failure to follow the instructions listed below could
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
WORK AREA
1. KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT.
Cluttered benches and dark
areas invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it
is in operation.
2. DO NOT OPERATE POWER TOOLS IN EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS, SUCH
AS IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, GASES OR DUST.
Power
tools create sparks, which could ignite dust or fumes.
3. KEEP BYSTANDERS, CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY WHILE OPERATING
A POWER TOOL.
Distractions could cause you to lose control.
4. STORE IDLE TOOLS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN AND OTHER UN-
TRAINED PERSONS.
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.TURN THE POWER OFF.
Don’t leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.
6. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF –
with padlocks, master switches, or by
removing starter keys.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE TOOL, BE CERTAIN THE OUTLET VOLTAGE
SUPPLIED IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE VOLTAGE MARKED ON THE NAME-
PLATE WITHIN 10%.
An outlet voltage incompatible with that specified on the
nameplate can result in serious hazards and damage to the tool.
2. GROUNDING TOOLS ARE EQUIPPED WITH THREE-PRONG PLUG (THE
GROUNDING BLADE IS THE LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES).
This plug will fit
into a three-hole electrical receptacle. Do not modify the plug provided. If the plug
does not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instruc-
tions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is
properly grounded.
3. 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.
4. DO NOT EXPOSE POWER TOOLS TO RAIN OR WET CONDITIONS.
Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
5. DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD.
Never use the cord to carry the tool or pull the plug
from an outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
6. WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL OUTSIDE, USE AN OUTDOOR EXTEN-
SION CORD MARKED “W-A” OR “W”.
These cords are rated for outdoor use
and reduce the risk of electric shock.

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PERSONAL SAFETY
1. STAY ALERT.
Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
a power tool. Do not use a tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A lack of attention while operating power tools could result in seri-
ous personal injury.
2. DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, cloth-
ing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair could
get caught in moving parts. Roll long sleeves above the elbow. Rubber gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
3. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is “OFF” before plugging
in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the
switch “ON” invites accidents.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS OR WRENCHES BEFORE TURNING ON THE
TOOL.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool could
result in personal injury.
5. DO NOT OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper
footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
6. DO NOT STAND ON TOOL OR ITS STAND.
Serious injury may occur if the tool
is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. Do not store materials on
or near the tool such that is necessary to stand on the tool or its stand to reach
them.
7. USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
Dust masks,
safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate condi-
tions. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses. These safety glasses must conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirements.
NOTE: Approved glasses have Z87 printed or stamped on them.
TOOL USE AND
CARE
1. USE CLAMPS OR OTHER PRACTICAL MEASURES TO SECURE AND SUP-
PORT THE WORK PIECE TO A STABLE PLATFORM.
Holding the work piece by
hand or against your body is unstable and could lead to a loss of control.
2. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL.
Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Do not
use the tool for purpose for which it was not intended.
3. DO NOT USE TOOL IF THE SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON OR OFF.
Any tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
4. 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.
5. KEEP CUTTING TOOLS SHARP AND CLEAN.
Properly maintained tools, with
sharp cutting edges, are less likely to bind and easier to control. When mounting
saw blades be certain that the arrow on the blade matches the direction of the ar-
row marked on the tool and that the teeth are also pointing in the same direction.
6. INSPECT THE GUARDS BEFORE USING A TOOL. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
and in working order. Never operate the tool with any guard or cover removed.
Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use.
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7. CHECK MOVING PARTS FOR BINDING OR ANY OTHER CONDITION THAT
MAY AFFECT THE NORMAL OPERATION OR SAFETY FEATURES OF THE
TOOL. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using the tool. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained tools.
8. DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE THE TOOL. Any alteration or modification is a
misuse and may result in serious personal injury.
9. THE USE OF ANY OTHER ACCESSORIES NOT SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL
MAY CREATE A HAZARD. Accessories that may be suitable for one type of tool,
could create a risk of injury when used on an inappropriate tool.
10. KEEP THE TOOL AND ITS HANDLE 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 strong solvents to clean your tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk or loss of control and deterioration of the
plastic housing.
11. INSPECT THE TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If your cord is damaged, have
it repaired by a qualified service technician at an authorized service facility. Stay
constantly aware of the cord location and keep it well away from the rotating
blade.
12. 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 tool
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 recommend-
ed for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
13. THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood products can be hazardous
to your health. Always operate machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for
proper dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible.
14. USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with incorrect size holes.
Never use blade washers or bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum
blade capacity of your saw is 12” (305 mm).
15. BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE.
16. AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before
cutting.
17. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE or other moving parts during use.
18. NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT
WITH THE WORKPIECE.
19. DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure the blade is tight and not making
contact with the saw or workpiece before connecting to a power supply.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is assembled and installed according
to the instructions.
2. OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR, instructor, or another qualified
person if you are not familiar with the operation of this machine.
3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended electrical connections.
4. ALWAYS KEEP THE BLADE GUARD IN PLACE and in working order.
5. USE CLAMPS TO SUPPORT THE WORKPIECE WHENEVER POSSIBLE. IF
SUPPORTING THE WORKPIECE BY HAND, YOU MUST ALWAYS KEEP YOUR
HAND OUTSIDE OF THE “NO HAND” AREA AS MARKED WITH A SYMBOL
ON THE BASE. DO NOT USE THIS SAW TO CUT PIECES THAT ARE TOO
SMALL TO BE SECURELY CLAMPED. Your hand, if placed inside the “No
Hands” region, can easily slip or be pulled into the blade.
6. DO NOT REACH IN BACK OF THE SAW BLADE BEHIND THE FENCE WITH
EITHER HAND FOR ANY REASON. The proximity of the spinning saw blade to
your hand may not be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
7. NEVER CROSS YOUR HAND OVER THE INTENDED LINE OF CUTTING. Sup-
porting the workpiece “cross handed” i.e. holding the left side of the workpiece
with your right hand is very dangerous.
8. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD FROM THE POWER SOURCE
BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS OR ATTACHING ANY ACCESSO-
RIES. You may unintentionally start the saw, leading to serious personal injury.
9. INSPECT YOUR WORKPIECE BEFORE CUTTING. If the workpiece is bowed
or warped, clamp it with the outside bowed face toward the fence. Always make
certain that there is no gap between the workpiece, fence and table along the line
of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces can twist or lock and may cause binding on
the spinning saw blade while cutting. Also, make sure there are no nails or foreign
objects in the workpiece.
10. DO NOT USE THE SAW UNTIL THE TABLE IS CLEAR OF ALL TOOLS, WOOD
SCRAPS, ETC. Small debris or loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact
the revolving blade can be thrown with high speed at the operator.
11. DO NOT FEED THE WORKPIECE INTO THE BLADE OR CUT “FREEHAND”
IN ANY WAY. THE WORKPIECE MUST BE STATIONARY AND CLAMPED OR
BRACED BY YOUR HAND. The saw blade must be fed through the workpiece
smoothly and at a rate which will not overload the saw’s motor.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR MITRE SAWS
WARNING! Read and understand all the instructions before attempting to as-
semble or operate the tool. Failure to follow the instructions listed below could
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

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12. CUT ONLY ONE WORKPIECE AT A TIME.
Multiple workpieces cannot be ad-
equately clamped or braced and may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
13. BE CERTAIN THE MITRE SAW IS MOUNTED OR PLACED ON A LEVEL, FIRM
WORK SURFACE BEFORE USING.
A level and firm work surface reduces the
risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.
14. PLAN YOUR WORK.
Provide adequate support accessories such as tables, saw
horses, table extension, etc. for workpieces wider or longer than the table top.
Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely sup-
ported. If the cutoff piece or workpiece tips it can lift the lower guard or be thrown
by the spinning blade.
15. DO NOT USE ANOTHER PERSON AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR A TABLE EXTEN-
SION OR AS ADDITIONAL SUPPORT.
Unstable support for the workpiece can
cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation
pulling you and the helper into the spinning blade.
16. THE CUTOFF PIECE MUST NOT BE JAMMED AGAINST OR PRESSURED BY
ANY OTHER MEANS AGAINST THE SPINNING SAW BLADE.
If confined, i.e.
using length stops, it could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently.
17. ALWAYS USE A CLAMP OR A FIXTURE DESIGNED TO PROPERLY SUP-
PORT ROUND MATERIAL SUCH AS DOWEL RODS, OR TUBING.
Rods have a
tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to “bite” and pull the work with
your hand into the blade.
18. WHEN CUTTING IRREGULARLY SHAPED WORKPIECES, PLAN YOUR WORK
SO IT WILL NOT SLIP AND PINCH THE BLADE AND BE TORN FROM YOUR
HAND.
A piece of molding, for example, must be lie flat or be held by a fixture or
jig that will not let it twist., rock or slip while being cut.
19. LET THE BLADE REACH FULL SPEED BEFORE CONTACTING THE WORK-
PIECE.
This will help avoid thrown workpieces.
20. IF THE WORKPIECE OR BLADE BECOMES JAMMED OR BOGGED DOWN,
TURN THE MITRE SAW “OFF” BY RELEASING SWITCH.
Wait for all moving
parts to stop and unplug the mitre saw, then work to free the jammed material.
Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece could cause a loss of control or dam-
age to the mitre saw.
21. THE BRAKING ACTION OF THE SAW CAUSES THE SAW HEAD TO JERK
DOWNWARD.
Be ready for this reaction when making an incomplete cut or when
releasing the switch before the head is completely in the down position.
22. AFTER FINISHING THE CUT, RELEASE THE SWITCH, HOLD THE SAW ARM
DOWN AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO STOP BEFORE REMOVING WORK OR
CUTOFF PIECE.
Reaching with your hand under a coasting blade is dangerous.
23. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK.
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly
and the workpiece is driven back towards the operator. It can pull your hand into
the blade resulting in serious personal injury. Stay out of the blade path and turn
the switch off immediately if the blade binds or stalls.
24. AVOID KICKBACK (work thrown back toward you) by:
• Keeping the blade sharp and free of rust and pitch.
•
Never cut a workpiece that is twisted or warped, or does not have a straight
edge to guide along the fence.
•
Never saw a large workpiece that cannot be controlled.
•
Never saw a workpiece with loose knots or other flaws.
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25. NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first turning the machine
“OFF”.
26. NEVER PERFORM ADJUSTMENT, assembly or set-up the workpiece on the
table/work area when the machine is running.
27. ALWAYS TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, disconnect the machine from the power
source, and clean the table/work area before leaving the machine. LOCK THE
SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION to prevent unauthorized use.
28. DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY GAINED FROM FREQUENT USE OF YOUR
MITRE SAW TO BECOME COMMONPLACE.
Always remember that a careless
fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
29. THINK SAFETY! SAFETY IS A COMBINATION OF OPERATOR’S COMMON
SENSE, KNOWLEDGE OF THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AND ALERTNESS AT ALL TIMES WHEN THE MITRE SAW IS BEING USED.
30. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERAT-
ING THE TOOL. Learn the tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific
hazards that accompany it.
WARNING! SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRIND-
ING, 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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ELECTRICAL
POWER CONNECTIONS
The saw has a precision-built electric motor. It should be connected to a power
supply that is 230 volts, 50 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 motor will overheat. Before connecting the motor to the power
line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric
current is of the same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All line con-
nections should make good contact. Running on low voltage will damage the
motor. If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check
the power supply.
WARNING!
Do not expose the machine to rain or operate the machine in
damp locations.
SPEED AND WIRING
The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 4500 rpm. This speed is not con-
stant 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
WARNING!
This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the opera-
tor from electric shock.
1. All grounded, cord-connected machines:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine
is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is prop-
erly 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 risk of
electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instruc-
tions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the machine is
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POWER SUPPLY
This SIP mitre saw is fitted with a standard 230v ~ 13 amp plug. Before using
the saw, inspect the mains lead and plug to ensure that neither are damaged.
If any damage is visible have the saw inspected / repaired by a suitably qualified
per-son. If it is necessary to replace the plug a heavy duty impact resistant plug
would be preferable.
The wires for the plug are coloured in the following way:
Yellow / green Earth
Blue Neutral
Brown Live
As the colours of the wires may not correspond with the markings in your plug,
proceed as follows: The wire which is col-oured blue, must be connected to the
terminal marked with N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown,
must be connected to the terminal, which is marked L or coloured red. The wire
which is coloured yellow / green should be con-nected to the terminal which is
coloured the same or marked
Always secure the wires in the plug terminal carefully and tightly. Secure the
cable in the cord grip carefully.

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UNPACKING AND CLEANING
This product requires assembly.
1. Remove the packing materials from around your tool. Do not discard the
packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily oper-
ated the tool.
2. Separate and remove all loose parts from the shipping container(s). Check
parts against the list of loose parts.
3. Carefully lift the tool from the carton by using the carrying handle and place it
on a firm, level work surface.
4. Remove the protective oil that is applied to all unpainted metal surfaces. This
coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene or WD-
40
®
(do not use acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose).
5. After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household
floor paste wax.
6. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred
during shipping.
7. 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.
8. When boxed or during storage and transportation the saw head is locked
in the down position. To release the head apply downward pressure to the
handle and pull out the lock pin and allow the head to rise gently to its upper
position.
Never carry the tool by the slide rails, this may cause blade damage.
Never carry the tool by the cord or head assembly power switch handle. Dam-
age to insulation could cause an electric shock. Damage to wire connections
could cause a fire.
WARNING!
If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing
parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING!
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Fail-
ure to comply could result in accidental starting and serious personal injury.
WARNING!
Before moving the saw: Lock the mitre lock knob in 45° position.
Lock bevel lock lever. Pull the head assembly completely toward you and
tighten the slide rail lock knob. Lock head assembly in the down position.