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OPERATION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW
OPERATIONS
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
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 AND
ADJUSTMENTS)
Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards,
stop latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate
screws.
Review and understand all safety instructions and
operating procedures in this Operator’s Manual.
(SAFETY & OPERATIONS)
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 REQUIREMENTS 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.
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.
Tighten the cover plate screw.
Check for damaged parts.
Check for:
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 way down, then
let it rise until it stops. The lower guard
should fully close. Follow instructions in
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for
adjustment if necessary.
Other conditions that may affect the way the
miter saw works.
Keep all guards in place, in working order and properly
adjusted.
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 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. Don’t put lubricants on
the blade while it’s spinning.
Remove all adjusting wrenches from the tool
before turning it on.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS
section of this Operators 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 inch diameter blade for the
material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
Do
not use Thin Kerf blades.
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 miter
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.
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the
miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.
Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face
and ears.
Know your miter saw.
Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and
labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
specific to this tool. To avoid injury from accidental
contact with moving parts, don’t do layout, assembly,
or setup work on the miter saw.
Avoid accidental starting
Make sure the switch is OFF before plugging the
miter saw into a power outlet.
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