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Craftsman 10" Compact Sliding Compound Miter Saw Owner's Manual

1. EE 16 E 18 Adjustments cnr eco Ene asa sa 24 Operation s aes HER 31 Maintenance u 46 Troubleshooting GuiId lu u u u u ua aassssssssshcyssssscsssssssssassssaspasasss 48 Parts List reri 50 Repair Protection Agreement 54 WARRANTY CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship A defective product will receive free repair or replacement if repair is unavailable For warranty coverage details or to obtain free repair or replacement visit the web page www craftsman com warranty This warranty does not cover the blade which is an expendable part that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period This ONE YEAR warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person For 90 DAY commercial and rental use terms see the Craftsman warranty web page This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 A WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive ha
2. Laser Aperture Label AVOID EXPOSURE Laser radiation is emitted from this aperture Fig W AVOID EXPOSURE Laser radiation IAN NOTE All the adjustments for the operation of this machine have been completed at the factory Due to normal wear and use some occasional readjustments may be necessary CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure is emitted from this tearm 28 CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard WARNING Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the laser If unqualified persons attempt to repair this laser product serious injury may result Any repair required on this laser product should be performed by an authorized service center personnel Fig W Laser Aperture Label Laser Warning SA Label LASER GUIDE ADJUSTMENT FIG X Y Z NOTE All the adjustments for the operation of this machine have been completed at the factory Due to normal wear and use some occasional readjustments may be necessary A Checking Laser Beam Alignment 1 Set the saw to a 0 miter and 0 bevel setting Take a board and using a straight edge not included mark a 90 line on the top and front of the board This line will serve as a pattern line for all laser beam alignments Place the board on the saw table 2 B Careful
3. A WARNING To avoid injury follow all applicable safety instructions when cutting non ferrous metals Use only saw blades specifically recommended for non ferrous metal cutting Do not cut metal workpieces that must be hand held Clamp workpieces securely Cut non ferrous metals only if you are under the supervision of an experienced person and the dust bag has been removed from the saw WHEN SAW IS RUNNING A WARNING Do not allow familiarity from frequent use of your miter saw to result in a careless mistake A careless fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe injury Before cutting if the saw makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates stop immediately Turn the saw OFF Unplug the saw Do not restart until finding and correcting the problem 34 MAKING A BASIC CUT A WARNING Body and Hand Position Fig BB Never place hands near the cutting area Proper positioning of your body and hands when operating the miter saw will make cutting easier and safer Keep children away Keep all visitors at a safe distance from the miter saw Make sure bystanders are clear of the saw and workpiece Don t force the saw It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate Starting a cut Place hands at least 7 5 in away from the path of the blade out of the no hands zone see 1 in Fig BB on next page Hold workpiece firmly against the fence to prevent movement toward the blade Turn
4. e To avoid electrical shock fire or injury use only parts identical to those identified in the parts list Reassemble exactly as the original assembly to avoid electrical shock REPLACING CARBON BRUSHES FIG TT The carbon brushes furnished will last approximately 50 hours of running time or 10 000 ON OFF cycles Replace both carbon brushes when either has less than 1 4 in length of carbon remaining or if the spring or wire is damaged or burned To inspect or replace brushes first unplug the saw Then remove the black plastic cap 1 on the side of the motor 2 Remove the cap cautiously because it is springloaded Then pull out the carbon brush 3 and replace To reassemble reverse the procedure The ears on the metal end of the assembly go in the same hole the carbon part fits 46 into Tighten the cap snugly but do not overtighten Repeat for the carbon brush located on the other side of motor NOTE To reinstall the same brushes first make sure the brushes go back in the way they came out This will avoid a break in period that reduces motor performance and increases wear LOWERING BLADE GUARD Do not use the saw without the lower blade guard The lower blade guard is attached to the saw for your protection Should the lower guard become damaged do not use the saw until the damaged guard has been replaced Regularly check to make sure the lower guard is working properly Also check before each use tha
5. while turning the wrench clockwise to loosen the arbor bolt Fig 9 Remove the arbor bolt 4 the outer blade collar 6 and the blade 7 Do not remove the inner blade collar Fig J 10 Raise the lower blade guard 1 to the upright position to remove the blade Fig H 1 NOTE Pay attention to the pieces removed noting their position and direction they face Wipe the blade collars clean of any sawdust before installing a new blade Fig J 20 Installing the Blade Fig H H 1 I J 1 Install a 10 in blade with a 5 8 in arbor hole making sure the rotation arrow on the blade matches the clockwise rotation arrow on the upper guard and the blade teeth are pointing downward at the front of the saw Place the outer blade collar 6 against the blade and on the arbor Thread the arbor bolt 4 onto the arbor in a anti clockwise direction Fig J IMPORTANT The flat side of the blade collar must be placed against the blade Do not install the collar with the curved side against the blade Place the blade wrench on the arbor bolt 4 Press the arbor lock button 5 holding it in firmly while turning the blade wrench anti clockwise Continue to press it in while tightening the arbor bolt securely Fig 1 Rotate the cover plate 3 and lower blade guard 1 back to its original position Fig H 1 Lower the blade guard and replace the cover plate screw 2 and t
6. 2VPU FLOW GUIDE 2WPR LEAD WIRE ASSEMBLY 3236 CR RE PAN HD SCREW amp WASHER M6 1 0 55 4 32GU CUTTER SHAFT ASSEMBLY 336U FIELD ASSEMBLY 3CE3 BRACKET STOP ASSEMBLY 3DU5 MOTOR COVER 6 53 REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Craftsman product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require repair from time to time That s when having a Repair Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation Here s what the Repair Protection Agreement includes Expert service by our 10 000 professional repair specialists Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs Product replacement up to 1500 if your covered product can t be fixed Discount of 25 from regular price of service and related installed parts not covered by the agreement also 25 off regular price of preventive maintenance check Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone support from a Sears representative Think of us as a talking owner s manual lt Once you purchase the Repair Protection Agreement a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service You can call anytime day or night or schedule a service appointment online The Repair Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period we will
7. CUTTING ARM TRAVEL section 1 See OPERATION MITER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT section 2 Vacuum or blow out dust WEAR EYE PROTECTION Cutting arm will 1 Pivot spring not 1 Clean and lubricate moving parts not fully raise or replaced properly 2 Contact Sears Service Center blade guard after service won t fully close 2 Sawdust build up Blade binds Improper operation 1 See BASIC SAW OPERATION Dull or warped blade section Improper blade size 2 Replace or sharpen blade Wood is moving 3 Replace with 10 in diameter during cut blade 4 Use clamp to secure workpiece to fenceunit and table Saw vibrates or 1 Saw blade not round 1 Replace blade shakes damaged loose 2 Tighten arbor bolt 2 Arbor bolt loose 49 PARTS LIST 10 IN COMPACT SLIDE MITER SAW MODEL NO 137 407530 A WARNING When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts Use of any other parts many create a HAZARD or cause product damage Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Miter Saw may create a HAZARD unless repair is done by a qualified service technician Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Service Center PARTS LIST FOR MITER SAW A LD Description Size Q ty D Description Size Q iy 082J CUSHION OK74 CR RE TRUSS HD SCREW M6 1 0 8 082L BOLT OK7X CR TRUSS HD ROUND NECK SCREW M 6 1 0 10 082P SCREW
8. Move the table to the 0 positive stop 2 Loosen the screw 4 that holds the indicator with a Phillips screwdriver 3 Adjust the indicator 3 to the 0 mark and retighten the screw Fig R ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS FIG S 1 Loosen the four fence locking bolts 1 2 Lower the cutting arm and lock in position Using a square 3 lay the heel of the square against the blade and the ruler against the fence 2 as shown 4 Adjust the fence 90 to the blade and tighten the four fence locking bolts 1 NOTE If the saw has not been used recently recheck blade squareness to the fence and readjust if needed 5 After fence has been aligned using a scrap piece of wood make a cut at 90 then check squareness on the piece Readjust if necessary Fig S ADJUSTING CUTTING DEPTH FIG T T 1 The maximum depth travel of the cutting head was set at the factory Setting the maximum width travel of the cutting head follow the below steps Fig T 1 Turn the stop knob 1 anti clockwise until the stop knob is not protruded out of the stop block 4 bottom while moving the cutting head upward 2 Rotate the stop plate 2 clockwise to touch the stop rod 3 26 Recheck the blade depth by moving the cutting head front to back through the full motion of a typical cut along the control arm Setting the maximum height travel of the cutting head follow the below steps Fig
9. T 1 1 Turn the stop knob 1 anti clockwise until the stop knob is not protruded out of the stop block 4 bottom while moving the cutting head upward Rotate the stop plate 2 anti clockwise to touch the stop seat 5 Make sure the stop block 4 touches the stop plate 2 completely Fig T 1 Setting the cutting depth Fig T 1 The depth of cut can be preset for even and repetitive shallow cuts 1 Adjust the cutting head down until the teeth of the blade are at the desired depth 2 While holding the upper arm in that position turn the stop knob 1 until it touches the stop plate 2 3 Recheck the blade depth by moving the cutting head front to back through the full motion of a typical cut along the control arm QUICK CAM MITER TABLE LOCK ADJUSTMENT FIG U 1 Press down and lock the quick cam miter table lock 1 2 If the table moves with the quick cam miter table lock in the down position turn the stop nut 2 to the left as shown using a 13 mm wrench to extend the locking arm against the base of the miter saw 3 Test the quick cam miter lock to verify it locks the table into position securely 4 Turn the lock nut 3 to the right as shown to lock the miter locking mechanism into place Fig U 2 TABLE SUPPORT ROD ADJUSTMENT FIG U 1 Put the miter saw on a flat surface 2 Check the miter saw whether the miter saw is level with the flat surface 3 If no
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12. NOTE The saw comes with a 33 9 bevel detent pin for setting up crown molding cuts when the angle of the walls equals 90 Turn the laser guide on and position the workpiece on the table for pre alignment of your cut 39 33 9 BEVEL DETENT PIN FOR CROWN MOLDINGS FIG KK 1 2 3 Push the bevel detent pin 1 in toward the rear of the machine Loosen the bevel locking handle 2 Rotate the cutting head until the bevel detent pin 1 stops the bevel angle at 33 9 on the bevel scale 3 Tighten the bevel locking handle 2 before you make your cut Fig KK 1 3 COMPOUND CUT FIG LL A compound cut is the combination of a miter and a bevel cut simultaneously 1 Extending the fence by sliding it out to the required location or remove the left sliding fence if necessary See SLIDING FENCE or REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE SLIDING FENCE 2 Set the desired bevel angle using the bevel locking handle 1 3 Set the desired miter angle and lock into position See MITER CUT Fig LL SLIDE CUTTING WIDE BOARDS UP TO 12 1 2 IN WIDE FIG MM A WARNING To avoid injury e Never pull the cutting head assembly and spinning blade toward you during the cut The blade may try to climb up on the top of the workpiece causing the cutting assembly and spinning blade to kick back forcefully The cutting head
13. STOP OK7Z CR TRUSS HD ROUND NECK SCREW M6 1 0 14 082Q LOCK NUT CR RE HD TAPPING SCREW 5 12 20 2 0835 TRIGGER 23 PAN HD TAPPING SCREW 3 24 6 0837 OKB7 CR PAN HD TAPPING SCREW 4 18 16 OCES COMPRESSION SPRING OKB8 PAN HD TAPPING SCREW 4 18 20 OCKS SPRING WIRE OKBD CR PAN HD TAPPING SCREW M4 18 25 OCPD CENTER BOL OKD3 CR RE PAN HD SCREW M6 1 0 50 2 OD9A ANCHOR BLOCK OKD5 CR RE HD SCREW 4 0 7 6 2 ODVJ BLADE WRENCH OKD6 CR RE PAN HD SCREW M4 0 7 8 FLAT WASHER 4 8 1 2 7 PAN HD SCREW 4 0 7 10 6 0 40 FLAT WASHER 5 10 1 3 OKD8 CR RE PAN HD SCREW M4 0 7 12 OJ4E FLAT WASHER 6 13 1 4 OKDG CR RE PAN HD SCREW M5 0 8 6 3 OJ4F FLAT WASHER 8 16 2 5 OKDH CR RE PAN HD SCREW M5 0 8 8 FLAT WASHER 12 21 1 OKDJ PAN HD SCREW M5 0 8 12 4 0J P FLAT WASHER 6 16 2 OKDM CR RE PAN HD SCREW M5 0 8 20 OJAZ WAVE WASHER WW 6 OKDV CR RE PAN HD SCREW M6 1 0 16 4 OJBO WAVE WASHER Ww 8 4 JOKL1 ROUND NECK SCREW _ M6 1 0 12 0JBG DISC SPRING WASHER 12 OKMS HEX NUT M6 1 0 5 2 0JC8 SPRING PIN OKQW LOCK NUT M5 0 8 T 5 OJCT SPRING PIN 2 OKQX NUT M6 1 0 T 5 7 C RING OKQY LOCK NUT M8 1 25 T 8 0JMN O RING OKRO NUT M12 1 75 T 12 OJMP O RING OKR2 LUCK NUT 5 0 8 5 2 OJNR O RING 2 OKR3 LOCK NUT M6 1 0 T OJPF HEX HD BOLT M6 1 0 25 2 OKT
14. accessories 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 injury ACCESSORIES Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears Power and Hand Tool Catalog to purchase recommended accessories for this power tool WARNING e To avoid the risk of personal injury do not modify this power tool or use accessories not recommended by Sears e Read warnings and conditions on your CARBIDE TIPPED SAW BLADE Do not operate the saw without the proper saw blade guard in place Carbide is a very hard but brittle material Care should be taken while mounting using and storing carbide tipped blades to prevent accidental damage Slight shocks such as striking the tip while handling can seriously damage the blade Foreign objects in the workpiece such as wire or nails can also cause tips to crack or break off Before using always visually examine the blade and tips for bent blade cracks breakage missing or loose tips or other damage Do not use if damage is suspected Failure to heed safety instructions and warnings can result in serious bodily injury BLADE INFORMATION Always use a crosscut blade that is designed for cutting across the wood grain NEVER use Rip Combination Plywood Dado or Abrasive type saw blades at any time Always use a 10 in diameter blade with either a 5 8 arbor hole speed rating mu
15. assembly should be drawn back completely then pushed forward when sawing e Letthe blade reach full speed before cutting This will help reduce the risk of a thrown workpiece 40 To Slide Cut Wide Boards Fig MM 1 Unlock the sliding carriage lock knob 1 and allow the cutting head assembly to move freely Set both the desired bevel angle and or the miter angle and lock into position Use a hold down clamp to secure the workpiece Turn the laser guide on and position the workpiece on the table for pre alignment of your cut Grasp the trigger switch handle 2 and pull the carriage 3 forward until the center of the saw blade is over the front of the workpiece 4 Engage the trigger to turn the Saw on When the saw reaches full speed slowly push the saw handle down cutting through the leading edge of the workpiece Slowly move the trigger switch handle back toward the fence completing the cut Release the trigger and allow the blade to stop spinning before raising the cutting head and removing the workpiece CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL FIG NN A WARNING To avoid injury from materials being thrown always unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting and remove small pieces of material from the table cavity underlying the table insert The table insert may be removed for this purpose but always reattach table insert prior to performing a cutting
16. 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 LINE VOLTAGE is more than 1096 above or below the nameplate voltage rating For heavy loads the voltage at motor terminals must equal the voltage specified on the nameplate IMPROPER or dull saw blades are used Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or incorrect connections overload low voltage or inadequate power supply wiring Always check the connections the load and supply circuit if the motor doesn t run well Check minimum gauge for the length of cord you are using on the chart below C GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS Use a 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 cause overheating The table below shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord 11 Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat a
17. by the trigger included with this tool Bolts nuts switch handle Carrying the tool washers and screws must be by the power cord could cause purchased separately damage to the insulation or wire connections resulting in electric shock or fire 22 2 For portable use place the saw on a 3 4 in thick piece of plywood Bolt the base of the miter saw securely to the plywood using the mounting holes on the base Use C clamps to clamp this mounting board to a stable work surface at the worksite Fig M 3 4 in plywood NOTE If a miter saw stand is used please follow all instructions shown in that product s instructions for proper mounting THE POWER CORD STORAGE FIG N For convenience and to prevent damage to the power cord when the miter saw is not in use or is in transportation the slide carriage has two brackets 1 on the side for cord storage Fig N 23 ADJUSTMENTS BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT A WARNING To avoid injury from an accidental start make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the power source outlet 90 0 Bevel Adjustment Fig O 1 Loosen bevel locking handle 1 and tilt the cutting arm completely to the right Tighten the bevel locking handle 1 Place a combination square 2 on the miter table 3 with the ruler against the table and heel of the square against the saw blade If the blade is not 90 square with th
18. in x 11 1 2 in Crosscut Maximum Width 2 1 2 in x 12 1 2 in Miter 45 Right amp Left 3 1 2 in x 8 in Bevel 45 Left 1 3 4 in x 11 1 2 in 45 Miter and 45 Bevel Left 1 3 4 in x 8 in Crown Molding Nested 5 3 4 in Base Molding Against Fence 3 1 2 in A WARNING To avoid electrical hazards fire hazards or damage to the tool use proper circuit protection This tool is wired at the factory for 110 120 Volt operation It must be connected to a 110 120 Volt 15 Ampere time delay fuse or circuit breaker To avoid shock or fire replace power cord immediately if it is worn cut or damaged in any way Before using your tool it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury to you or damage to the tool SYMBOLS WARNING ICONS Your power tool and its Operator s Manual may contain WARNING ICONS a picture symbol intended to alert you to and or instruct you how to avoid a potentially hazardous condition Understanding and heeding these symbols will help you operate your tool better and safer Shown below are some of the symbols you may see SAFETY ALERT Precautions that involve your safety PROHIBITION WEAR EYE PROTECTION Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields WEAR
19. into position Ifthe miter angle desired is NOT one of the nine positive stops noted above simply lock the table at the desired angle by pressing down on the quick cam miter locking lever 2 Turn the laser guide on and position the workpiece on the table for pre alignment of your cut 2 Fig II 38 BEVEL CUT FIG JJ A WARNING The sliding fence must be extended to the left when making bevel cuts The sliding fences note three bevel angles where the user must adjust the fences to match the degree of the bevel cut Failure to extend the sliding fence will not allow enough space for the blade to pass through which could result in serious injury At extreme miter or bevel angles the saw blade may also contact the fence The right side sliding fence must be removed when making any right bevel angle cuts greater than 35 in combination with any right hand miter angle This fence must also be removed whenever a 45 bevel angle is desired with a miter angle greater than 22 5 When bevel cut is required loosen the bevel locking handle 1 by turning it clockwise Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle as shown on the bevel scale 2 The blade can be positioned at any angle from a 90 straight cut 0 on the scale to a 45 left bevel Tighten the bevel locking handle 1 to lock the cutting head in position Positive stops are provided at 0 33 9 and 45
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21. the laser guide on for pre alignment of your cut With the power switch OFF bring the saw blade down to the workpiece to see the cutting path of the blade Squeeze trigger switch to start saw Lower blade into workpiece with a firm downward motion Finishing a cut e Hold the cutting arm in the down position Release trigger switch and wait for all moving parts to stop before moving your hands and raising the cutting arm If the blade doesn t stop within 6 seconds unplug the saw and follow the instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE section Before freeing jammed material e Release trigger switch e Wait for all moving parts to stop e Unplug the miter saw BASIC SAW OPERATIONS A WARNING For your convenience your saw has a blade brake The brake is not a safety device Never rely on it to replace the proper use of the guard on your saw If the blade doesn t stop within approximately 6 seconds wait for the blade to stop unplug the saw and contact Sears or another qualified service dealer TURNING THE SAW ON FIG CC This miter saw is equipped with an ON OFF trigger switch 1 When the trigger switch is squeezed the miter saw will be turned on 35 NOTE To make the ON OFF switch childproof Insert a padlock not provided or chain with padlock through the hole 2 in the trigger switch locking the tool s switch preventing children and other unqualified users from turning
22. the workpiece by pushing down on the handle The saw will return to its upright position when the handle is released WARNING LABELS Read and understand for your own safety Make sure all labels are present on machine and legible BLADE WRENCH STORAGE Convenient storage to prevent misplacing the blade wrench WOODWORKING TERMS ARBOR The shaft on which a blade is mounted BEVEL CUT An angle cut made through the face of the workpiece COMPOUND CUT An angled cut to both the edge and face of a board most common use is with crown molding CROSS CUT A cut which runs across the board perpendicular to the grain FREEHAND Performing a cut without using a fence guide hold down or other proper device to prevent the workpiece from twisting during the cutting operation HEEL Misalignment of the blade KERF The width of a saw cut determined by the thickness and set of the blade KICKBACK sudden and unintended movement of the tool or workpiece It is typically caused by binding or pinching of the workpiece MITER CUT A miter is a type of joint where the two parts to be joined are cut at an angle and typically the finished joint forms a 90 degree angle Also commonly spelled mitre REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE RPM The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute SAW BLADE PATH The area of the workpiece or table top directly in line with the travel of the bla
23. visitors to stand 3 Check for blade clearance by behind the saw moving the slide carriage through e Place the saw on a firm level the full motion of the blade in the workbench where there is table slot room for handling and properly supporting the workpiece e Support the saw on a level work surface e Boltor clamp the saw to its support Mounting instructions 1 For stationary use place the saw in the desired location directly on a workbench where there is room for handling and proper support of the MOUNTING THE MITER SAW workpiece The base of the saw has FIG L M eight mounting holes four 1 4 in holes and four 3 8 in holes Select the proper mounting holes based on To avoid injury from unexpected the size of bolts used Bolt the base saw movement of the miter saw 1 to the work e Before moving the saw surface 5 using the fastening disconnect the power cord from method as shown in Fig L the outlet and lock the cutting Fig L arm in the lower position using the head hold down latch t _ ae ded NOTE The head hold down latch 4 3 Rubber washer is for carrying or storing the tool 1 4 Flat washer It is not to be used for holding the 5 T 9 Workbench saw while cutting Lower blade 6 6 Flat washer 7 Lockwasher and press in head hold down B Hex nut latch to secure saw for transport 9 9 Jam nut or storage e Never carry the miter saw by NOTE Mounting hardware is not the power cord or
24. 38 2F39 CLEVIS PIN 3DL4 FENCE 6d 2JAP BLADE 3DL5 KNOB 6 23 2096 WARNING LABEL 3DLE MOTOR HANDLE UP 6 2MC3 ROLL PIN 2 3DLF MOTOR HANDLE DOWN 6 2MMC CR RE TRUSS HD SCREW M5 0 8 6 3 3DLG TABLE 6 2N7W BRACING PLATE 6 3DLH FOLLOWER PLATE 6 2NAH TRUSS HD SCREW M4 0 7 8 3DLJ FOLLOWER PLATE LEFT 6 2QM7 FLAT WASHER p6 10 1 3 3DLK PLUNGER HANDLE 23 2545 RE COUNT HD SCREW M3 0 5 6 2 3DLL ARM AW 219B ROCK SWITCH ASS Y 3DLM BASE 6 2VEP SHAFT 3DLZ CLAMP HANDLE 23 2 2VH6 LINEAR MOTION BEARING 2 3DMM BEARING COVER 3 2VN7 BLANKET WASHER 4 3DRT CLAMP BOLT 23 2VSO LEAD WIRE ASS Y SHAFT SLEEVE 2VZ1 RUBBER INSERT 8 3DIQ POWER CORD CLAMP 6 2WPX POWER CABLE 3DIZ RUBBER PAD 2WUT TRADEMARK LABEL 3DWQ PLATE 2YR6 SPRING GUARD 3DWT INSERT 31VX RE TRUSS HD ROUND NECK SCREW M 6 1 0 14 3DWU BUTTON 238 2 3IXE SLIDE PLATE 3 3DWV PIN 2 349F PLATE RIGHT 238 3DWW LASER SET 349G PLATE LEFT 23i 3DWY PIVOT SUPPORT 6 34BN COMPRESSION SPRING 3DWZ LASER PLUNGER HOUSING 34DK LOCK NUT M 6 1 0 T 9 3DXM LINEAR MOTION BEARING 34HH LEAD WIRE ASS Y 3DXN VISE ASS Y 34NJ UPER TUBE 2 3DYO ASSIST FENCE 6 UPER TUBE 2 3E72 SPECIAL BOLT 35CH HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 1 0 16 3EVA OPERATOR S MANUAL 35QJ LEVER 3EVM DUST BAG ASS Y 3BKA EXTENSION WING 6 3F4X SHAF 3BKB RIGHT EXTENSION WING 6 3F8Q PLUNGER HOUSING 3BKC MITER ARM 6 3FKJ RE TRUSS HD ROUND NECK SCREW 5 0 8 12 3B
25. ARING PROTECTION to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss COMPOUND MITER SAW SAFETY SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS COMPOUND MITER SAW 1 DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to these instructions IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of miter Saws seek guidance from your supervisor instructor or other qualified person ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and table DO NOT perform any operation free hand use clamp wherever possible KEEP HANDS out of the path of the saw blade If the workpiece you are cutting would cause your hands to be within 7 5 in of the saw blade the workpiece should be clamped in place before making the cut BE SURE the blade is sharp runs freely and is free of vibration ALLOW the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS CLEAN and free of chips or dust ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before cutting even if the table is positioned in one of the positive stops BE SURE both the blade and the collar are clean and the arbor bolt is tightened securely 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 USE only blade collars specified for your saw NEVER use blades larger in diameter than 10 inches NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is running ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage before operation R
26. Adjustment Knob Handle Lower Blade Guard Hold down Clamp Sliding Fence 4 Left Extension Miter Detent Wing Override Stop Plate Base Positive Stop Locking Lever Laser Trac Laser Guide Built in Carry Handle Blade Wrench Storage Stop Knob Hold down Arbor Lock Button Miter Scale amp SS Quick cam Miter E Locking Lever Extension Locking Lever 15 GLOSSARY TERMS AMPERAGE AMPS A measure of the flow of electric current Higher ratings generally means the tool is suited for heavier use ARBOR LOCK Allows the user to keep the blade from rotating while tightening or loosening the arbor bolt during blade replacement or removal BASE Supports the table holds accessories and allows for workbench or leg set mounting BEVEL LOCKING HANDLE Locks the miter saw at a desired bevel angle BEVEL SCALE To measure the bevel angle of the saw blade 0 to 45 left CARBIDE TIPPED Extremely hard steel pieces with sharp cutting edges fastened to cutting tools such as saw blades COVER PLATE SCREW Loosen this screw and rotate the plate for access to the blade arbor bolt EXTENSION CORD An electric cord used between power tools and outlets to extend the range of the tools The more amerage your tool uses the longer the distance the larger the size of the wire needed in your extension cord EYE PROTECTION Googles or spectacles intended to protect your
27. BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW A WARNING To avoid mistakes that could cause serious permanent injury do not plug the tool in until the following steps are completed Completely assemble and adjust the saw following the instructions ASSEMBLY amp ADJUSTMENTS Learn the use and function of the ON OFF trigger switch on off switch for laser upper and lower blade guards head hold down latch bevel lock handle and cover plate screw Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this Operator s Manual SAFETY amp OPERATION Review the MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw To avoid injury or possible death from electrical shock Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug s metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your miter saw ELECTRICAL EQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY BEFORE EACH USE INSPECT YOUR SAW Disconnect the miter saw To avoid injury from accidental starting unplug the saw before any adjustments including set up and blade changes 31 Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to the direction arrow on the blade The blade teeth should always point downward at the front of the saw Tighten the arbor bolt e Tighten the cover plate screw Check for damaged parts Check for e Alignment of moving parts Damaged electric cords Binding of moving parts Mounting holes Function of arm return spring and lower guard Push the cutting arm all the
28. KD SLIDE BAR SEAT FRONT 6 3FM3 SPECIAL BOLT 3BMZ TABLE INSERT LEFT 23 3FSY WARNING LABEL 3BNO TABLE INSERT RIGHT 23 SFSZ LABEL 3CBQ PC GUARD 3FTO RADEMARK LABEL 3CBR CUTTER SHAFT GUARD 6 1_ CAUTION LABEL 3CD5 CLAMP BOLT 238 3FT3 CAUTION STICKER 3CD6 HANDLE KNOB 23 WARNING LABEL 3DHP MOTOR ASS Y 3FT5 LASER STICKER 3DJ8 LOCATING BAR 3FT6 CAUTION LABEL 3DJ9 FRAME ENDCAP 3FT7 SCALE 3DJA WASHER BEARING 3FT8 ILTING SCALE 3DJG SPACER 2 3FVK LASER COVER 6 3DJH PLUNGER HANDLE 238 3FVL COVERLASER COVER 6 SET PLATE 3FVM LEVELING PAD 6 3DJP MITER BAR ASS Y 3FVQ ADJUSTABLE NUT 3DJR MITER BAR ASS Y Y3XN CLAMP HANDLE 10 IN COMPACT SLIDE MITER SAW MODEL NO 137 407530 SCHEMATIC Q 3DRT 2vso X x 2 QM2 BO T ON N lt Y DHP 3DwU saF8q 924 O40 N age N 52 10 IN COMPACT SLIDE MITER SAW MODEL NO 137 407530 PARTS LIST FOR MOTOR Description Size Q ty OHX9 NEEDLE BEARING 0JCD SPRING PIN 0JX2 HEX SOC SET SCREW M5 0 8 6 2 0K43 CR RE PAN HD SCREW amp WASHER M5 0 8 16 2 OK44 CR RE PAN HD SCREW amp WASHER M5 0 8 12 OKBC CR RE PAN HD TAPPING SCREW M5 16 25 2 OKCP CR RE PAN HEAD TAPPING amp WASHER SCREW M5 12 60 2 OQGR COMPRESSION SPRING 0QM2 BRUSH HOLDER ASSEMBLY 2 0QQT BRUSH ASSEMBLY 2 OQRO BRUSH COVER 2 2DW9 WAVE WASHER 2VGY GEAR BOX AW 2VP2 MOTOR COVER 6 2VP4 ARMATURE ASSEMBLY
29. Operator s Manual 10 IN COMPACT SLIDE MITER SAW Model No 137 407530 C US CAUTION Before using this Miter Saw read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Assembly Operation Maintenance Parts List Customer Help Line Sears Parts amp For Technical Support Repair Center 1 800 843 1682 1 800 488 1222 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA See the full line of Craftsman products at craftsman com Click on the Craftsman Club link and join today Part No 137407530001 Printed in China TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Warranty u u n dan chant dp Cox ia BU cua e La en esa ead aden fea E SE co 2 Product Specifications u coto nde qa aya TS 3 Symbols 2 ette erkennen s 4 Power Tool Safety Locis see ade 5 Compound Miter Saw Safely LULU a asas satu nennen nenne 8 Electrical Requirements and Safety 10 Accessories and Attachments saoiste UL ipsa a eieaa 12 Tools Needed for Assembly 13 Carton Contents uu T 14 Know Your Sliding Compound Miter Saw a 15 Glossary of
30. P CABLE CLAMP 0JUJ HEX SOC HD CAP BOLT M6 1 0 12 1 JOKUW TERMINAL 2 OJX9 HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 1 0 10 1 0002 LIMIT SWITCH OJXB HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 1 0 16 1 JOLYH DUST GUARD OJZF HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 1 0 10 2 0515 COLLAR OJZN ARBOR BOLT M8 1 25 20 1 OU6V FLAT WASHER 0K29 HEX SOC HD CAP SCREW M6 1 0 12 2 20PL CLAMP HANDLE 1i OK2N HEX SOC HD CAP SCREW M8 1 25 25 4 21GM FLAT WASHER p4 10 1 OK30 HEX SOC TRUSS HEAD amp WASHER ASSEMBLIED M6 1 0 16 2 224U ROLL PIN 0K51 CR RE COUNT HD SCREW M4 0 7 8 4 22QE CR ROUND WASHER HD SCREW M5 0 8 16 2 OK55 CR RE COUNT HD SCREW M5 0 8 8 4 23NF ARBOR COLLAR OK5D CR RE COUNT HD SCREW M6 1 0 20 1 23NX CORD GUARD OK71 CR RE TRUSS HD SCREW M5 0 8 8 3 2507 HEX SOC CAP SCREW M5 0 8 35 3 50 10 IN COMPACT SLIDE MITER SAW MODEL NO 137 407530 PARTS LIST FOR MITER SAW B I D Description Size Q ty I D Description Size Q ty 262V ANCHOR PLATE 3DJS ARM MITER COVER 6 2610 WARNING LABEL 3DJ CABLE SHIELD 6 27PQ ROLL PIN 3DK BOLT 2840 COMPRESSION SPRING 3DKA BOLT 290M CAUTION LABEL 3DKC SEGMENT HANDLE 6 2B7H HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 1 0 12 3DKD LEVER 2BLQ HEX SOC HD CAP SCREW M5 0 8 40 3 3DKE LEVER BRACKET 2BQA PLATE 3DKF PIVOT SHAFT 2D7E COMPRESSION SPRING 3DKJ TORSION SPRING 2D92 CONTROLLER ASS Y 3DKM LOCKING HANDLE ASS Y 238 2DWP NEEDLE POINTER 23 3DL NEEDLE POINTER 2
31. RESPIRATORY AND HEARING PROTECTION Always wear respiratory and hearing protection READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL To reduce the risk of injury user and all bystanders must read and understand instruction manual before using this product KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury SUPPORT AND CLAMP WORK 9 9 O o P gt DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage 4 POWER TOOL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS POWER TOOL Safety is a combination of common sense staying alert and knowing how to use your power tool WARNING To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury do not plug the tool in until you have read and understood the following 1 READ and become familiar with the entire Operator s Manual LEARN the tool s application limitations and possible hazards 2 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order 3 REMO
32. VE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON 4 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents 5 DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Do not use power tools in damp locations or expose them to rain or snow Keep work area well lit 6 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY All visitors and bystanders should be kept a safe distance from work area 7 MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks master Switches or by removing starter keys 8 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed 9 USE THE RIGHT TOOL Do not force the tool or an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed 10 USE PROPER EXTENSION CORDS Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use the one heavy enough to carry the current that the product will draw An undersized cord will result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power which will cause the tool overheat The table on page 11 shows the proper wire gauge size usage to each extension cord length and ampere rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord 11 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 recommende
33. also be removed whenever a 45 bevel angle is desired with a miter angle greater than 31 6 Removing 1 Unlock the fence cam locking lever 1 by pushing it out toward the rear of the machine 2 Align the slot 2 with the bolt 3 in the rear of the fence and then lift up the sliding fence to remove it from the saw Installing 1 Align the slot 2 with the bolt 3 in the rear of the fence to place the sliding fence onto the miter saw fence 2 Slide the nut 4 to align the nut 4 with the slot 5 3 To lock the sliding fence push the cam locking lever 1 in toward the front of the machine Fig EE SLIDING CARRIAGE SYSTEM FIG FF A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury return carriage to the full rear position after each crosscut operation 1 For chop cutting operations on small workpieces slide the cutting head assembly completely toward the rear of the unit and tighten the sliding carriage lock knob 1 To cut wide boards up to 12 1 2 in the sliding carriage lock knob 1 must be loosened to allow the cutting head to slide freely Fig FF QUICK CAM MITER TABLE LOCK OPERATION FIG GG If miter angles required are NOT one of the nine positive stops the miter table can be locked at any angle between these positive stops by using the quick cam miter table lock 1 Unlock the miter table by lifting up on the quick cam miter table lock 1 While holding the positive
34. cal shock this saw 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 electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way A WARNING Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool To avoid electrocution 1 Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool with double insulation Servicing should be performed by a qualified technician Do not use power tools in wet or damp locations or expose them to rain or snow MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION IMPORTANT To avoid motor damage the motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to keep sawdust from interfering with the motor ventilation 1 CONNECT this saw to a 120 V 15A circuit with a 15 A time delay fuse or circuit breaker Using the wrong size fuse can damage the motor If the motor won t start release the trigger switch immediately UNPLUG THE SAW Check the saw blade to make sure it turns freely If the blade is free try to start the saw again If the motor still does not start refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 3 If the tool suddenly stalls while cutting wood release the trigger Switch unplug the tool and free the blade from the wood The saw may now be started and the cut finished FUSES may
35. d Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair 12 13 14 15 16 ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION Any power tool can throw foreign objects into the eyes and could cause permanent eye damage ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles not glasses that comply with ANSI Safety standard Z87 1 Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses They ARE NOT safety glasses Safety Goggles are available at Sears NOTE Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87 1 could seriously injure you when they break WEAR FACE MASK OR DUST MASK Sawing operation produces dust SECURE WORK Use Cx clamps or a vice to hold work when practical It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER SOURCE before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades bits and cutters REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Make sure switch is in the OFF position before plugging the tool in 17 18 19 20 21 USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult this Operator s Manual for recommended accessories The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to yourself or others NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determ
36. d the fence UNLOCKING THE SLIDE CARRIAGE FIG G After removing the saw from the carton loosen the slide carriage lock knob 1 located on the left side of the slide carriage When transporting or storing the miter saw the slide carriage should always be locked in position Fig G REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE BLADE A WARNING Do not use a blade larger than 10 in in diameter To avoid injury from an accidental start make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the power Source outlet NOTE The miter saw comes with the saw blade already installed Make sure the blade is installed correctly and is tight before operating saw Removing the Blade Fig H 1 I J 1 2 3 Unplug the saw from the outlet Raise the cutting head to the upright position Remove the cover plate screw 2 with a Phillips screwdriver Fig H Raise the lower blade guard 1 to the uppermost position Fig H 1 Rotate the cover plate 3 back to expose the arbor bolt 4 Fig H 1 Place the provided blade wrench over the arbor bolt 4 7 Locate the arbor lock button 5 below the trigger switch handle Fig 1 8 Press the arbor lock button 5 holding it in firmly while turning the blade wrench clockwise This will engage the arbor lock allowing the arbor bolt to be loosened with the blade wrench Continue to hold the arbor lock button 5
37. de or the part of the workpiece which will be cut SET The distance between two saw blade tips bent outward in opposite directions to each other The further apart the tips are the greater the set THIN KERF BLADE Thinner than normal blades remove less material smaller kerfs between 0 065 in and 0 070 in Blade thinness also may increase the heat generated while cutting WORKPIECE The wood being cut The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces ends and edges ASSEMBLY A WARNING To avoid injury do not connect this miter saw to the power source until it is completely assembled and adjusted and you have read and understood this Operator s Manual RELEASING CUTTING HEAD FIG A Raising 1 Push down slightly on the trigger switch handle 1 Pull out the hold down latch 2 Raise the cutting head to the uppermost position NOTE This cutting head is spring loaded A WARNING To avoid injury and damage to the saw transport and store the miter saw with the cutting head locked in the down position Never use the stop latch to hold the cutting head in a down position for cutting operations Fig A 2 3 Locking When transporting or storing the miter saw the cutting head should always be locked in the down position 1 Push the cutting head down 2 Press the hold down latch 2 in to lock IMPORTANT To avoid damage never carry the miter saw by the trigger swi
38. e miter table loosen the bevel locking handle 1 tilt the cutting head to the left loosen the jamb nut 4 and turn the bevel angle adjustment bolt 5 in or out with a 10 mm wrench until the blade is square with the table Once alignment is achieved tighten the lock nut 4 to secure the bolt 5 Tighten the bevel locking handle 1 after alignment is achieved Fig O 90 Bevel Pointer Adjustment Fig P 1 When the blade is exactly 90 0 to the table loosen the bevel indicator screw 1 using a Phillips screwdriver Adjust bevel indicator 2 to the 0 mark on the bevel scale and retighten the screw Fig P 45 Bevel Stop Adjustment Fig P Q 1 Set the miter angle to zero degrees Fully extend the sliding fence completely to the left then pull the bevel detent pin 3 toward the front of the machine Fig P NOTE When retracting the bevel detent pin it may be required to shift the miter saw upper arm assembly to the left Loosen the bevel locking handle 4 and tilt the cutting arm completely to the left Fig Q Using a combination square check to see if the blade is 45 to the table If the blade is not at 45 to the miter table tilt the cutting arm to zero degree loosen the lock nut 5 and turn the bolt 6 in or out accordingly Tilt the cutting arm back to the left and recheck alignment Repeat above steps until the blade is 45 to th
39. e table Once alignment is achieved tighten the lock nut 5 to secure the bolt 6 Fig Q View from rear of machine 33 9 Bevel Adjustment Fig P Q 1 Set the miter angle to zero degree Fully extend the left sliding fence Loosen the bevel locking handle 4 Fig Q and tilt cutting arm to the 33 9 left bevel positive stop by pushing in on the bevel detent pin 3 Fig P toward the rear of the machine Using a combination square check to see if the blade is 33 9 to the table To adjust turn the screw 7 in or out with a wrench until the blade is 33 9 to the table 2 MITER SCALE FIG R The sliding compound miter saw scale can be easily read showing miter angles from 0 to 50 to the left and 0 to 50 to the right The miter saw table has positive stops at most common angle settings at 0 15 22 5 31 6 and 45 These positive stops position 25 the blade at the desired angle quickly and accurately Follow the process below for quickest and most accurate adjustments Adjusting Miter Angles 1 Lift up on the quick cam miter locking lever 1 to unlock the table Move the turntable while lifting up on the positive miter stop locking lever 2 to align the indicator 3 to the desired degree measurement Lock the table into position by pressing down on the quick cam miter locking lever 1 2 Miter Angle Pointer Adjustment 1
40. eplace a cracked or damaged blade immediately NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less than 4800 RPM ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at all times NEVER reach around the saw blade MAKE SURE the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the Switch is turned ON IMPORTANT After completing the cut release the trigger and wait for the blade to stop before returning the saw to the raised position MAKE SURE the blade has come to a complete stop before removing or securing the workpiece changing the workpiece angle or changing the angle of the blade NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this tool This miter saw is designed for use on wood and wood like products 21 22 23 24 25 26 2f 28 29 30 NEVER cut small pieces If the workpiece being cut would cause your hand or fingers to be within 7 5 in of the saw blade the workpiece is too small PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw table for long work pieces NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable liquids or gases NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting the tool DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and clean the machine when finished using MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving the machine SHOULD any part of your miter saw be
41. eyes Eye protection should meet the requirements of ANSI Z 87 1 USA or CSA Z94 3 M88 Canada FACE SHIELD An impact resistant shield that helps to protect your face from chips sparks small debris Should only be used in conjunction with additional eye protection FENCE Helps to keep the workpiece from moving when sawing Scaled to assist with accurate cutting GUARD Protective devise that forms a barrier between a hazardous object such as a blade wheel or cutter and the operator HOLD DOWN LATCH Locks the miter saw in the lowered position for compact storage and transportation INSTRUCTION OR OPERATOR S MANUAL Booklet accompanying your power tool that describes the hazards and safe operation procedures outlines basic tool operation care and maintenance MITER HANDLE Used to rotate the table and to rotate the saw to a right or left cutting position MITER SCALE Measures the miter angle of the saw blade Positive stop index points have been provided at 0 15 22 5 31 6 and 45 right and left MOUNTING HOLES To mount the miter saw to a stable surface ON OFF TRIGGER SWITCH To start the tool squeeze the trigger Release the trigger to turn off the miter saw POSITIVE STOP LOCKING LEVER Locks the miter saw at a preset positive stop for the desired miter angle SWITCH HANDLE The switch handle contains the trigger switch and the laser on off switch The blade is lowered into
42. f parallel from right to left turn the laser horizontal adjustment knob 2 anti clockwise until the laser beam is parallel with the horizontal pattern line 3 Recheck the laser beam alignment NOTE e Laser beam is calibrated and set up to project to the left of the blade If you have any problem or question on the laser guide please call the Sears Service Center Anti clockwise Clockwise gt Pattern line Fig Z Anti clockwise Clockwise Lii i a Laser beam Pattern line EXTENSION WING USE AND ADJUSTMENT FIG AA The left and right side extension wings can offer extra support for long workpieces 1 Lift up on the locking lever 1 and pull out the left extension wing to the desired support length Push down on the locking lever 1 to tighten the extension wing Repeat for the right side extension wing if needed 2 If the locking lever 1 will not tighten adjust the nut 2 located under the base 1 4 turn clockwise using a 10 mm wrench until tight Fig AA REPETITIVE CUTTING USING THE STOP PLATE FIG AA The stop plate is designed for making repetitive cuts of the same length NOTE Use only one stop plate at a time NEVER use both stop plates 1 Rotate the stop plate 3 to vertical position 2 If stop plate will not rotate loosen the locking screw 4 1 4 turn using a screwdriver and 8 mm wrench OPERATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW OPERATION
43. ighten with a Phillips screwdriver Fig H Pull the main handle down and up several times to confirm the lower blade guard operates without binding Be sure the arbor lock button 5 is released so the blade turns freely A WARNING To avoid injury never use the saw without the cover plate secure in place It keeps the arbor bolt from falling out if it accidentally loosens and helps prevent the spinning blade from coming off the saw Make sure the collars are clean and properly arranged Lower the blade into the table and check for any contact with the metal base or the saw table REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE TABLE INSERT FIG K A WARNING To avoid injury Always unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting Remove all small pieces of material from the table cavity before performing any cuts The table insert may be removed for this purpose but always reattach the table insert prior to performing a cutting operation Do not start the sliding compound miter saw without checking for interference between the blade and table insert Damage could result to the blade table insert or turntable if blade strike occurs during the cutting operation To remove loosen and remove the six screws 1 on the table insert 2 with a Phillips screwdriver and remove the insert 2 To install reposition the table insert To avoid injury from flying debris install the six screws and tighten do not allow
44. ine 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 should be properly repaired or replaced NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED TURN THE POWER Do not walk away from a running tool until the blade comes to a complete stop and the tool is unplugged from the power source DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times NEVER reach across the path of the cutting blade while tool is in operation 22 23 24 25 26 2T MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories DO NOT use power tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of any drugs alcohol or medicationn that could affect your ability to use the tool properly WARNING Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health Always operate saw in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal electronic devices such as pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker WEAR HE
45. king that could cause a fire Remove dust bag when cutting non ferrous metals DRESS FOR SAFETY Any power tool can throw foreign objects into the eyes This can result in permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses and are not safety glasses Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87 1 could seriously injure you when they break e Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry rings watches They can get caught and draw you into moving parts Wear non slip footwear Tie back long hair Roll long sleeves above the elbow Noise levels vary widely To avoid possible hearing damage wear ear plugs when using any miter saw e For dusty operations wear a dust mask along with safety goggles INSPECT YOUR WORKPIECE e Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece being cut e Plan your work to avoid small pieces that may bind or are too small to clamp and hold securely e Plan the way you will grasp the workpiece from start to finish Avoid awkward operations and hand positions A sudden slip could cause your fingers or hand to move into the blade DO NOT OVER REACH Keep good footing and balance Keep your face and body to one side out of the line of a possible kickback NEVER stand in the line of the blade Never cut freehand Brace your workpiece firmly against the fence and table stop so it will not rock
46. ly lower the saw head down to align the saw blade with the pattern line Position the saw blade to the left center or right side of the pattern line depending on your preference for the laser beam location With the saw plugged in turn on the laser guide Your saw has been preset with the laser beam to the left side of the blade Looking at the front of the board if the laser beam is not parallel to the pattern line please follow the instructions listed below under Procedure A Looking at the top of the board if the laser beam is not parallel to the pattern line please follow the instructions listed below under Procedure B Adjusting the Position of the Laser Beam Fig X Y Z Procedure A Fig X Y 1 Slightly turn the laser vertical adjustment knob 1 to adjust the vertical angle of laser beam on the front of the board When laser beam angled from left to right turn the laser vertical adjustment knob 1 clockwise if the laser beam angles right to left turn laser vertical adjustment knob 1 anti clockwise until the laser beam is parallel with the vertical pattern line Laser beam Procedure B Fig X Z 2 Slightly turn the laser horizontal adjustment knob 2 to adjust the horizontal angle of laser beam on the top of the board If the laser beam is out of parallel from left to right turn the laser horizontal adjustment knob 2 clockwise If the laser beam is out o
47. missing damaged or fail in any way or any electrical component fail to perform properly lock the switch and remove the plug from the power supply outlet Replace missing damaged or failed parts before resuming operation Because of the downward cutting motion your safety requires that you stay very alert to keeping hands and fingers away from the path that the blade travels Be sure all guards are in place and working If a guard seems slow to return to its normal position or hangs up adjust or repair it 31 32 33 34 35 36 immediately Be alert at all times especially during repetitive monotonous operations Don t be lulled into carelessness due to a false sense of security Blades are extremely unforgiving Clean the lower guard frequently to help visibility and movement Unplug before adjustment or cleaning Abrasive cut off wheels should not be used on miter saws Miter saw guards are not appropriate for abrasive cut off wheels To avoid loss of control or placing hands in the path of the blade hold or clamp all material securely against the fence when cutting Do not perform operations freehand Support long material at the same height as the saw table After completing a cut release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete stop then raise the saw blade from the workpiece Lock the miter saw head in the down position during transport or when not in u
48. molding must be compound mitered with extreme accuracy The two surfaces on a piece of crown molding that fit flat against the ceiling and wall are at angles that when added together equal exactly 90 Most crown molding has a top rear angle the section that fits flat against the ceiling of 52 and a bottom rear angle the section that fits flat against the wall of 38 In order to accurately cut crown molding for a 90 inside or outside corner lay the molding with its broad back surface flat on the saw table When setting the bevel and miter angles for compound miters remember that the settings are interdependent changing one changes the other as well Fig RR Workpiece Miter saw table Fig SS Bevel Miter Settings Settings for standard crown molding lying flat on compound miter saw table OR Outside corner Compound cut crown moldings NOTE The chart below references a compound cut for crown molding ONLY WHEN THE ANGLE BETWEEN THE WALLS EQUALS EXACTLY 90 BEVEL MITER SETTING SETTING Inside corner Left side 1 Position top of molding against fence IL 33 9 31 6 Right 2 Miter table set at RIGHT 31 6 3 LEFT side is finished piece Inside corner Right side 1 Position bottom of molding against fence 33 9 31 6 Left 2 Miter table set at LEFT 31 6 3 LEFT side is finished piece Outside corner Left side 1 Position bo
49. nd damp or wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit must not be less than a 12 wire with a 20 A time lag fuse or a 14 wire with a 15 A time lag fuse NOTE When using an extension cord on a circuit with a 14 wire the extension cord must not exceed 25 feet in length Before connecting the tool to the power line make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate running at a lower voltage will damage the motor MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG When usng 120 volts only Ampere Rating Total length of Cord More Than Not More Than 25ft 50ft 100ft 150ft 18 16 16 14 18 16 14 12 16 16 14 12 14 12 NotRecommended CAUTION In all cases make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a certified electrician check the receptacle ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES WARNING Use only accessories recommended for this miter saw Follow instructions that accompany accessories Use of improper accessories may cause hazards The use of any cutting tool except 10 in saw blades which meet the requirements under recommended accessories is prohibited Do not use accessories such as shaper cutters or dado sets Ferrous metal cutting and the use of abrasive wheels is prohibited Do not attempt to modify this tool or create
50. operation A bowed workpiece 1 must be positioned against the fence and secured with a hold down clamp 2 as shown before cutting Do not position workpiece incorrectly or try to cut the workpiece without the support of the fence This will cause the blade to bind and could result in personal injury Fig NN eo 41 CUTTING GROOVES FIG OO A WARNING DO NOT USE A DADO BLADE use only the standard 10 in diameter saw blade for this operation 1 Mark lines identifying the width and depth of the desired cut on the workpiece and position on the table so the outside tip of the blade is positioned on the inside edge of the line Use a clamp to secure the workpiece beside the blade Lower the cutting head to the depth marked on the workpiece holding the upper arm and adjust the stop knob 1 until it touches the stop plate 2 SEE Setting the cutting depth on page 27 Cut two parallel grooves as shown Fig OO Cut these grooves with saw Use a chisel to cut out the middle 2 AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE FIG PP When making multiple or repetitive cuts that result in cut off pieces of one inch or less it is possible for the saw blade to catch the cut off piece and throw it out of the saw or into the blade guard and housing possibly causing damage or injury To minimize this an auxiliary wood fence can be mounted to your saw Holes are provided in the saw fence to at
51. or twist during the cut Make sure there is no debris between the workpiece and the table or fence Make sure there are no gaps between the workpiece fence and table that will let the workpiece shift after it is cut Keep the cut off piece free to move sideways after it is cut off Otherwise it could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently Only the workpiece should be on the saw table Secure work Use clamps or a vice to help hold the work when it s practical USE EXTRA CAUTION WITH LARGE OR ODD SHAPED WORKPIECES Use extra supports tables sawhorses blocks etc for workpieces large enough to tip Never use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as an additional support for a workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic miter saw table or to help feed support or pull the workpiece Do not use this saw to cut small pieces If the workpiece being cut would cause your hand or fingers to be within 7 5 inches of the saw blade the workpiece is too small Keep hands and fingers out of the no hands zone area marked on the saw table e When cutting odd shaped workpieces plan your work so it will not bind in the blade and cause possible injury Molding for example must lie flat or be held by a fixture or jig that will not let it move when cut Properly support round material such as dowel rods or tubing which have a tendency to roll when cut causing the blade to bite
52. override lock and the table will now stop at the positive detent angles Fig HH BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW Never leave tool running unattended Turn power OFF Wait for all moving parts to stop Make workshop childproof Lock the shop Disconnect master switches Store tool away from children and other unqualified users A WARNING To avoid injury from materials being thrown always unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting and remove small pieces of material from the table cavity The table insert may be removed for this purpose but always reattach the table insert prior to performing a cutting operation MITER CUT FIG The sliding compound miter saw is equipped with nine positive miter stops 1 on the saw base The locations are at 0 15 22 5 31 6 and 45 degrees left and right These locations represent the most common angles for cutting operation To make a miter cut 1 Unlock the miter table by lifting up on the quick cam miter locking lever 2 While raising the positive stop locking lever 3 up grasp the miter handle 4 and rotate the miter table left or right to the desired angle Release the positive stop locking lever and set the miter at the desired angle making sure the lever snaps into place NOTE The lever will only lock into place at one of the nine positive stops Once the desired miter angle is achieved press down on the quick cam miter table lock 2 to secure the table
53. r head to a 45 bevel and repeat the test Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is no excessive play in any parts KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents A WARNING To avoid burns or other fire damage never use the miter saw near flammable liquids vapors or gases 32 Plan ahead to protect your eyes hands face and ears Know your miter saw Read and understand this Operator s Manual and labels affixed to this tool Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts do not do layout assembly or setup work on the miter saw while any parts are moving Avoid accidental starting make sure the trigger switch is disengaged before plugging the miter saw into a power outlet PLAN YOUR WORK Use the right tool Don t force a tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed to do Use a different tool for any workpiece that can t be held in a solidly braced fixed position CAUTION This machine is not designed for cutting masonry masonry products ferrous metals steel iron and iron based metals Use this miter saw to cut only wood wood like products or non ferrous metals Other material may shatter bind the blade or create other dangers Remove all nails that may be in the workpiece to prevent spar
54. rm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products and e 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 Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water Allowing dust to get into your mouth eyes or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals 2 2013 11 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MOTOR Power Source 120V AC 60 Hz 15 Amp 4800 RPM No load Electric sad ct wedi Yes Double Insulated Yes Arbor Shaft 9176 5 8 in BLADE ss uuu 10 in Arbor Hole 5 8 in MITER SAW Miter Detent Stops 0 15 22 5 31 6 45 Right amp Left Bevel Positive Stops 0 33 9 45 Left CUTTING CAPACITY Crosscut Maximum Height 3 1 2
55. se DRY RUN It is important to know where the blade will intersect with the workpiece during cutting operations Always perform a simulated cutting sequence with the power tool switched OFF to gain an understanding of the projected path of the saw blade At some extreme angles the right or left side fence might have to be removed to ensure proper clearance prior to making a cut ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS The AC motor used in this saw is a universal nonreversible type See MOTOR in the PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section on page 3 A WARNING To avoid electrical hazards fire hazards or damage to the tool use proper circuit protection Your saw is wired at the factory for 120 V operation Connect to a 120 V 15A circuit and use a 15 A time delay fuse or circuit breaker To avoid shock or fire if power cord is worn or cut or damaged in any way have it replaced immediately ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS DOUBLE INSULATED O The power tool is double insulated to provide a double thickness of insulation between you and tool s electrical system All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation Replacement parts When servicing use only identical replacement parts Polarized plugs This saw has a plug that looks like the one shown below WW 00 To reduce the risk of electri
56. st be at least 4800 RPM Read and understand all instructions provided with each blade before using on this miter saw There are two main materials used for saw blades high speed steel HSS and carbide tipped TCT While the HSS blades are generally less expensive than carbide tipped TCT blades will stay sharper longer than HSS As a general rule the more teeth per inch the smoother the cut Please read the information provided on the blade for more details for their use General Purpose Wood Cutting 24 40 TPI Fine Woodworking Cutting 60 80 TPI Non ferrous Metal Cutting Use only special blades designed for cutting this type of material Plastic Cutting Use only special blades designed for cutting plastic NOTE When cutting non ferrous or plastic be sure to clean up completely after each use Take special care with metal shavings after each cut these can cause damage to the table top ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION 12 TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY Supplied Not supplied gt Blade Wrench Adjustable Wrench Phillips Screwdriver ef Combination Square Slotted Screwdriver COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE Should not gap or overlap when square is flipped over see dotted figure Draw light line on Straight edge or a 3 4 in board this board along this edge edge must be perfectly straight Should not gap or overlap when square is flipped o
57. stop locking lever 2 up grasp the miter handle 3 and move the miter table left or right to the desired angle Release the positive stop locking lever 2 Press down on the quick cam miter table lock 1 until it locks the miter table in place 2 37 NOTE The quick cam miter table lock should lock the table and prevent it from moving If adjustment is needed see the section of QUICK CAM MITER TABLE LOCK ADJUSTMENT MITER DETENT OVERRIDE FIG HH The miter detent override allows for the table to be micro adjusted disengaging the positive detent stops feature When a required miter angle is close to a positive detent stop this override prevents the wedge on the miter arm from slipping into that detent slot on the base 1 Unlock the miter table by pulling up on the quick cam miter locking lever 1 NOTE The miter handle 2 does not lock or unlock the table While holding the miter handle 2 pull upward the positive miter stop locking lever 3 and press the override lock 4 IN then release the positive stop locking lever 3 while holding the override lock 4 in The detent override is now engaged Turn the table to the desired angle secure the table at the desired angle by pressing the quick cam miter locking lever 1 To disengage the detent override pull the quick cam miter locking lever 1 pull the positive stop locking lever 3 up This will release the
58. t loosen the nut 4 and turn the table support rod 5 clockwise or anti clockwise to adjust the height of the table support rod 5 until the miter saw is level with the flat surface 4 Tighten the nut 4 TURNING LASER GUIDE ON FIG V 1 To turn laser on press on off rocker Switch 1 to ON position 2 To turn laser off press on off rocker Switch to OFF position ALIGNING THE LASER GUIDE The laser beam must always be correctly aligned with the blade to ensure straight even cutting Your tool is equipped with the Laser Guide cutting guide using Class llla laser beam The laser beam will enable you to preview the saw blade path on the Stock to be cut before starting the miter saw This laser guide is powered by the transformed alternating current supply directly through the power lead The saw must be connected to the power source and the laser on off switch must be turned on for the laser line to show A WARNING Do not remove the lock from the ON OFF switch during any laser adjustments AVOID DIRECT EYE CONTACT FIG W A WARNING e Laser radiated when laser guide is turned on Avoid direct eye contact Laser Warning Label Max Output 5 mW Wavelength 630 660nm Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 Class Laser Product FIG W LASER RADIATION AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE Max Output 5 mW Wavelength 630 660 nm Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 Class Laser Product
59. t all bolt screws are tight Clean the lower guard of any dust or buildup with a damp cloth A WARNING e When cleaning the lower guard unplug the saw from the power source receptacle to avoid unexpected start up e Do notuse solvents on the guard They could make the plastic cloudy and brittle SAWDUST Periodically sawdust will accumulate under the work table and base This could cause difficulty in the movement of the worktable when setting up a miter cut Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust If need to remove small pieces of material from the table cavity see the section on Removing and Installing the Table Insert on page 21 To empty the dust bag remove the sawdust bag from the dust port Open the zipper on the sawdust bag and empty out the sawdust inside Close the zipper and reinstall the dust bag on the dust port as described on page 18 A WARNING Wear proper eye protection to keep debris from entering eyes when removing sawdust from unit LUBRICATION FIG UU All the motor bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions therefore no further lubrication is required Lubricate the following as necessary Chop pivot Apply light machine oil to points indicated in illustration Central pivot of plastic guard Use light household oil sewing machine oil on metal to metal or metal to plas
60. tach an auxiliary wood fence This fence is to be constructed of straight wood approximately 3 4 in thick by 2 1 2 in high by 22 in long Attach the wood fence securely and make a full depth cut to make a blade slot Check for interference between the wood fence and the lower blade guard Adjust if necessary NOTE This auxiliary fence is used only with the saw blade in the 0 bevel position 90 to the table The auxiliary wood fence must be removed when bevel cutting Fig PP CUTTING BASE MOLDING FIG QQ Base moldings and many other moldings can be cut on a compound miter saw The setup of the saw depends on molding characteristics and application as shown Perform practice cuts on scrap material to achieve best results 1 Always make sure moldings rest firmly against fence and table Use hold down crown molding vice or C clamps whenever possible and place tape on the area being clamped to avoid marks 2 Reduce splintering by taping the cut area prior to making the cut Mark the cut line directly on the tape 3 Splintering typically happens due to an incorrect blade application and thinness of the material Fig QQ Workpiece Workpiece Miter saw table Miter at 0 bevel at 45 Miter saw table Miter at 45 bevel at 0 CUTTING CROWN MOLDING FIG RR SS Your compound miter saw is suited for the difficult task of cutting crown molding To fit properly crown
61. tch handle or the cutting arm INSTALLING THE DUST BAG FIG B 1 Install the dust bag assembly 1 onto the exhaust port 2 on the miter saw Fit the connecting tube of dust bag assembly and the exhaust port together NOTE The dust bag assembly should be angled toward the right side of the saw for best results This will also avoid any interference during the saw operation To empty the dust bag pull out the dust bag assembly from exhaust port Open zipper on underside of bag and empty into waste container IMPORTANT Check frequently and empty bag before it gets full A WARNING Do not use this saw to cut and or sand metals The hot chips or sparks may ignite sawdust from the bag material Fig B INSTALLING THE MITER HANDLE FIG C 1 Insert the miter handle 1 into the hole in front of the miter saw and align the hole 2 on the miter handle 1 with the hole 3 in the front of the table 2 Thread the screw 4 through the hole 3 in the table into the hole 2 on the miter handle 1 3 Tighten the screw 4 with a screwdriver Fig C SAW BLADE WRENCH STORAGE FIG D For convenient storage and prevention of loss there is a slot in the side of the trigger switch handle 1 for storing the blade wrench 2 when not in use Fig D INSTALLING THE HOLD DOWN CLAMP ASSEMBLY FIG E F Place the hold down clamp assembly 1 in one of the mounting holes 2 located behin
62. the machine on NOTE The miter saw is equipped with an electric blade brake When the trigger switch is released the blade brake will stop the blade within approximately 6 seconds Fig CC SLIDING FENCE FIG DD A WARNING The sliding fence must be extended when making any bevel cut Failure to extend the sliding fence will not allow enough space for the blade to pass through which could result in serious injury At extreme miter or bevel angles the saw blade may also contact the fence 1 Unlock the fence cam locking lever 1 by pushing it toward the rear of the machine Extend the fence 2 by sliding it out Lock the fence cam locking lever 1 by pulling it in toward the fence N NOTE When transporting the saw always secure the sliding fence in the collapsed position and locking it REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE SLIDING FENCE FIG EE A WARNING DRY RUN It is important to know where the blade will intersect with the workpiece during cutting operations Always perform a simulated cutting sequence with the power tool switched OFF to gain an understanding of the projected path of the saw blade At some extreme angles the left side fence might have to be removed to ensure proper clearance prior to making the cut A CAUTION The left side sliding fence must be removed when making any left bevel angle cuts greater than 33 9 in combination with any right or left miter angle This fence must
63. tic guard contact areas as required for smooth quiet operation Avoid excessive oil to which sawdust will cling Fig UU Central pivot of plastic guard oil here Chop Pivot oil here and on opposite side TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE A WARNING To avoid injury from accidental starting always turn switch OFF and unplug the tool before moving replacing the blade or making adjustments TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MOTOR SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION Brake does 1 Motor brushes not sealed or 1 Inspect clean replace brushes lightly sticking See MAINTENANCE section Motor brake overheated Use a recommended blade Let from use of defective or cool down See REMOVING wrong size blade or rapid OR INSTALLING THE BLADE ON OFF cycling section Arbor bolt loose Retighten See REMOVING Brushes cracked damaged OR INSTALLING THE BLADE etc section Other Replace brushes Contact Sears Service Center Motor does 1 Limit switch failure Replace limit switch not start 2 Brush worn Replace brushes See Fuse blown or circuit MAINTENANCE section breaker tripped on home Verify there is electrical power panel at the outlet Brush spark 1 Brush worn Replace brushes See MAINTENANCE section Contact Sears Service Center 48 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SAW OPERATION SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION Blade hits table 1 Misalignment 1 See ADJUSTMENT
64. ttom of molding against fence OL 33 9 31 6 Left 2 Miter table set at LEFT 31 6 3 RIGHT side is finished piece Outside corner Right side 1 Position top of molding against fence 33 9 31 6 Right 2 Miter table set at RIGHT 31 6 3 RIGHT side is finished piece 44 CROWN MOLDING CHART Compound Miter saw Miter and Bevel Angle Settings Wall to Crown Molding Angle 45 52 38 Crown Molding 45 45 Crown Molding 52 38 Crown Molding 45 45 Crown Molding Angle Miter Bevel Miter Bevel Angle Miter Bevel Miter Bevel Between Setting Setting Setting Setting Between Setting Setting Setting Setting Walls Walls 67 42 93 41 08 46 89 36 13 124 18 13 21 71 20 61 19 39 68 42 39 40 79 46 35 35 89 125 17 77 21 34 20 21 19 06 69 41 85 40 50 45 81 35 64 126 17 42 20 96 19 81 18 72 70 41 32 40 20 45 28 35 40 127 17 06 20 59 19 42 18 39 71 40 79 39 90 44 75 35 15 128 16 71 20 21 19 03 18 06 72 40 28 39 61 44 22 34 89 129 16 37 19 83 18 64 17 72 73 39 76 39 30 43 70 34 64 130 16 02 9 45 18 25 17 39 74 39 25 39 00 43 18 35 38 131 15 67 19 07 17 86 17 05 75 38 74 38 69 42 66 34
65. ver see dotted figure CARTON CONTENTS UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW 2 Place the saw on a secure WARNING stationary work surface WARNING 3 Separate all parts from the packing To avoid injury from unexpected material Check each one with the starting or electrical shock do not illustration to make certain all items plug the power cord into a source are accounted for before discarding of power during unpacking and any packing material assembly This cord must remain unplugged whenever you are WARNING working on the saw If any part is missing or damaged do not attempt to assemble the 1 Remove the miter saw from the miter saw or plug in the power cord carton until the missing or damaged part is IMPORTANT Do not lift miter saw correctly replaced To avoid electric by the trigger switch handle It may shock use only identical replacement cause misalignment Lift machine parts when servicing double insulated by the built in carry handle tools Call 1 800 4 for replacement parts Operator s Manual Miter Saw f c Hold Down Clamp Miter Handle Hardware Bag Dust Bag Blade Wrench KNOW YOUR SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW L ON OFF ON OFF Switch 77 Trigger Switch 4 Handle Slide Carriage Cover Plate Lock Knob Motor Brush Cap Laser Vertical Adjustment 2 Slide Carriage Knob Laser Horizontal Bevel Locking
66. way down then let it rise until it stops The lower guard should fully close Follow instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment if necessary e Other conditions that may affect the way the miter saw works Keep all guards in place in working order and proper adjustment If any part of this miter saw is missing bent damaged or broken in any way or any electrical parts don t work turn the saw off and unplug it Replace bent damaged missing or defective parts before using the saw again Maintain tools with care Keep the miter saw clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating Do not put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before turning it on e To avoid injury from jams slips or thrown pieces use only recommended accessories Check the dust bag before you work Empty the bag if it is more than half full RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS section of this Operator s Manual for recommended accessories Follow the instructions that come with the accessory The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons Choose the correct 10 in diameter blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do Make sure the blade is sharp undamaged and properly aligned With the saw unplugged push the cutting arm all the way down Manually spin the blade and check for clearance Tilt the powe

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