PowerTec MSC1000 Owner's manual

Owner’s Manual

Model No. MSC1000

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10" COMPOUND MITER

SAW WITH LASER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRODUCTION

SPECIFICATIONS

Horsepower (Maximum Developed)............................. 2 HP

Voltage..........................................................................120 V

Amperes..............................................................................15

Hertz...................................................................................60

Phase............................................................................Single

Motor RPM...........................................................4,800 RPM

Blade Diameter...............................................................10”

Depth of Cut at 90°............................................................. 3"

Depth of Cut at 45°.....................................................1-9/16"

SAFETY RULES 1

Work Preparation

Work Area Preparation

Tool Maintenance

Tool Operation

ASSEMBLY 2

Mounting the miter saw

Installation of miter handle

Installation of rear extension stay

Installation of table extension

Cutting Head

Installation of dust bag

Installation of hold-down clamp assembly

Removal and installation of the blade

Fence Squareness Adjustment

Miter scale

Cutting arm travel adjustment

90° blade alignment

45° blade alignment

Laser alignment

Power source

Grounding instructions

Extension cords

Motor

Electrical Connections

OPERATION 9

Safety precautions

Body and hand position

Basic saw operation

Switch activation

Miter cut

Bevel cut

Compound cut

Cutting bowed material

Cutting base molding

Cutting crown molding

MAINTENANCE 12

Inspect and replace the motor brushes

Cleaning

Lubrication

Keep tool in repair

TROUBLESHOOTING 13

PARTS ILLUSTRATION & 15

LIST

WARRANTY 16

SECTION PAGE

SAFETY RULES

1

For your own safety, read and understand all warnings

and operating instructions before using any tool or

equipment.

Some dust created by operation of power tool contains

chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a

well ventilated area and work with approved safety

equipment. Always wear OSHA/NIOSH approved,

properly ﬁtting face mask or respirator when using such

tools.

Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal

injury. Remember that being careless for even a fraction

of a second can result in severe personal injury.

WORK PREPARATION

• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,

gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which

may get caught in moving parts of the tool.

• Nonslip protective footwear is recommended. Wear

protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety

glasses. Eye protection equipment should comply with

ANSI Z87.1 standards. Hearing equipment should

comply with ANSI S3.19 standards.

• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.

• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools

when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications that

cause drowsiness.

WORK AREA PREPARATION

• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas and

benches invite accidents.

• Work area should be properly lighted.

• Do not use the machine in a dangerous environment.

The use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in

rain can cause shock or electrocution.

• Three-prong plug should be plugged directly into

properly grounded, three-prong receptacle.

• Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your

extension cord is in good condition and should have a

grounding prong and the three wires of

extension cord should be of the correct gauge.

• Keep children and visitors away. Your shop is a poten-

tially dangerous environment. Children and visitors can

be injured.

• Make your workshop childproof with padlocks, master

switches or remove switch keys to prevent any uninten-

tional use of power tools.

TOOL MAINTENANCE

• Turn the machine "OFF", and disconnect the machine

from the power source prior to inspection.

• Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. Keep

tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.

• Follow instructions for lubricating and changing

accessories.

• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of

moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any

other condition that may affect tool's operation.

• Poorly maintained tools and machines can further

damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.

• A guard or any other part that is damaged should be

repaired or replaced. Do not perform makeshift repairs.

TOOL OPERATION

• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is in

the “OFF” position before plugging in.

• Use the right tool for your job. Do not force your

tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not

designed.

• Disconnect tool when changing parts.

• Don't force the workpiece on the machine. Damage to

the machine and/or injury may result.

• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off

and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

• Do not overreach. Loss of balance can make you fall

into a working machine, causing injury.

• Never stand on tool. Injury could occur if the tool tips, or

if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.

• Know your tool. Learn the tool’s operation, application

and speciﬁc limitations before using it.

• Use recommended accessories. Use of improper

accessories may cause damage to the machine or injury

to the user.

• Handle workpiece correctly. Keep hands away from

moving parts.

• Turn tool off if it jams. .

CAUTION: Think safety! Safety is a combination of opera-

tor common sense and alertness at all times when tool is

being used.

Do not attempt to operate tool until it is completely

assembled according to the instructions.

WARNING

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

Check for shipping damage. If damage has occurred, a

claim must be ﬁlled with carrier. Check for completeness.

Immediately report missing parts to dealer.

You miter saw is shipped complete in one container.

Carefully unpack the table saw and all loose items from

the shipping container. Figure 1, illustrates the miter saw

and all loose parts.

A. Miter Saw

B. Miter Handle

C. Hex Wrench

D. Wrench

E. Rear Extension Stay

F. Table Extensions

G. Dust Bag

H. Hold-down Clamp Assembly

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CAUTION: Do not attempt assembly if parts are missing.

Use this manual to order replacement parts.

Do not operate machine until completely assembled. Do

not operate machine until you have completely read and

understand this manual.

MOUNTING THE MITER SAW

Refer to Figure 2

• The miter saw must be installed in a well-lighted area

with correct power supply.

• The miter saw can be installed on either a workbench or

a tool stand by using bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts.

• The miter saw must be bolted to a ﬁrm and level

surface.

• There must be enough clearance for the moving

workpiece during operation and enough room for safety

operation of the machine.

• Figure 2 shows the base dimension and mounting

holds.

INSTALLATION OF MITER HANDLE

Refer to Figure 3

Do not use the power cord or head assembly power

switch handle to carry the tool. Always lock the cutting

head in the down position when moving or storing the

saw.

• Insert the miter handle into the threaded hole located at

the front of the table.

INSTALLATION OF REAR EXTENSION STAY

Refer to Figure 4

• Loosen the extension stay locking screw under the saw

base.

• Place the rear extension stay into the holes in the saw

base. Make sure the angle of the stay is in the down

position for maximum support.

• Insert the extension stay locking screw back to the hole

and tighten to hold the extension.

INSTALLATION OF TABLE EXTENSIONS

Refer to Figure 4

• Loosen the extension locking screws located in the rear

of the saw base.

• Place the table extension into the holes in the saw base.

• Insert the extension locking screws back into the hole

and tighten to hold the extension.

CUTTING HEAD

Always lock the cutting head in the down position while

transporting or storing the miter saw.

Always use the speciﬁed carrying handle. Never carry

the saw by the switch handle, the cutting arm or the miter

handle.

RAISING THE CUTTING HEAD

Refer to Figure 5

• Push down slightly on the saw handle.

• Pull the hold down latch out of the long slot of locking

hole and turn 90° to insert into the short slot.

• This now will allow the saw switch handle to be raised to

the up position.

WARNING

3

ASSEMBLY

Figure 2

WARNING

Ø3/8”

16-7/8”

7-1/2”

Figure 3

Figure 4

WARNING

Miter handle

Rear extension stay

Table extension holes

LOCKING CUTTING HEAD IN DOWN

POSITION

• Push the switch handle down to the lowest position

• Pull the hold-down lock out of the short slot. Rotate 90°

to the lock position in the long slot.

INSTALLATION OF DUST BAG

Refer to Figure 6

• Squeeze the wire located at the end of dust bag.

• Place the dust bag opening onto the dust port and

release the wire securing the dust bag onto the dust

port.

INSTALLATION OF THE HOLD-DOWN CLAMP

ASSEMBLY

Refer to Figure 7

• Loosen the lock knob from the rear side of the saw

base.

• Place the hold-down clamp assembly in one of the

mounting holes.

• Tighten the lock knob.

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE

BLADE

Turn the switch to OFF position and disconnect the

machine from power source.

REMOVING BLADES

Refer to Figure 8, 9 and 10

• Raise the cutting head to the upright position.

• Raise the lower blade guard to the up position.

• Loosen the cover plate screw using a Phillips or straight

screwdriver.

• Rotate the cover plate counterclockwise so the arbor

bolt is exposed.

• Press and hold the arbor lock.

• Use the large hex wrench to remove the arbor bolt by

turning wrench clockwise.

• Remove the arbor bolt, outer washer and the blade.

Inner washer does not need to be removed.

WARNING

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ASSEMBLY

Figure 7

Figure 6

Figure 8

Dust Bag

Wire

Port

Hold down clamp

Mounting holes

Blade guard

Plate screw

Cover plate

Arbor bolt

Figure 5

Hold down lock

Slot

Switch handle

Short slot

Long slot

Trigger Switch

Cover plate

Arbor bolt

Blade collar

Blade

Arbor bolt

NOTE: Pay attention to the pieces removed, noting their

position and direction they face. Wipe the blade collars

clean of any sawdust before installing the new blade.

INSTALLING BLADES

Refer to Figure 8

• Fit blade between the chip deﬂectors and onto the inner

washer shoulder to install the 10” blade.

NOTE: Make certain the rotation arrow on the blade

matches the clockwise rotation arrow on the lower guard.

• Replace the outer washer in the proper orientation, and

tighten arbor bolt ﬁnger tight.

• Press the arbor lock, holding it in ﬁrmly while turning

the blade counterclockwise. When arbor lock engages,

continue to press it in while tightening the arbor bolt

securely.

• Rotate the cover plate back to its original position until

the slot in the cover palte engages with the cover plate

screw. While holding the lower blade guard, tighten the

screw with a Phillips screw.

CAUTIONS: The lower blade guard must be raised to the

upright position to access the cover plate screw.

• Lower the blade guard and verify that the operation of

the guard does not bind or stick.

• Make sure the arbor lock is released so the blade turns

freely.

• Do not use a blade larger or smaller than 10” and 5/8”

diameter arbor.

• Never use the saw without the cover plate secure in

place. It keeps the arbor bolt from falling out and helps

to prevent the spinning blade from coming off the miter

saw.

• After installation of new blade, lower the blade into the

table slot and check for any contact with the base or turn

table structure. If blade contacts table, seek authorized

service. .

FENCE SQUARENESS ADJUSTMENT

Refer to Figure 11

• Loosen the three fence locking bolts.

• Lower the cutting arm and lock in position.

• Place a square. Lay the heel of the square against the

blade, and the ruler against the fence as shown. Check

to see if the fence is 90° to the blade.

• Tighten the fence locking bolts after adjustment.

• After fence has been aligned, use a scrap piece of wood

to make a cut at 90° then check squarerness on the

piece. Readjust if necessary.

MITER SCALE

Refer to Figure 12

The miter scale assists the user in setting the desired

miter angles from 45° left to 45° right.The miter saw table

has nine of the most common angle settings with positive

stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6° and 45°. Theses positive

stops position the blade at the desired angle quickly and

accurately.

• Turn the miter handle counterclockwise to unlock the

miter table.

• Press down the positive stop locking lever when holding

the miter handle.

• Rotate the table to the desired angle.

• Release positive stop locking lever.

• Tighten miter handle.

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ASSEMBLY

Figure 11

WARNING

Figure 9

Arbor lock

Figure 10

Fence

locking bolt

Fence

locking bolt

CUTTING ARM TRAVEL ADJUSTMENT

Refer to Figure 13

• Lower the blade as far as possible.

• Loosen the locknut.

• Turn the adjustment bolt out (counterclockwise) to

increase the cutting depth .

• Rotate the blade manually to check for contact. Avoid

touching blade points or edges.

• Repeat until adjusted properly, and tighten the locknut

to secure the adjustment bolt into position.

90° BLADE ALIGNMENT

Refer to Figure 14 and 15

• Rotate table to 0° position and lock in place.

• Lower the blade and engage the lock pin.

• Place a combination square on the table and press it

against the blade to check the blade squareness to

table.

• If the blade is not 90° square with the miter table, loosen

the bevel lock handle tilt the cutting head completely to

the left. Loosen the locknut on the bevel angle

adjustment bolt and use a 13 mm wrench to adjust the

bolt in or out to increase or decrease the bevel angle.

• Tilt the cutting arm to back to the right at 90° and

recheck for alignment.

• Repeat the adjustment if the blade is not at 90°.

• Tighten bevel lock handle and locknut when blade in at

90° alignment.

• When the blade is exactly 90° to the table, loosen the

bevel indicator screw and align the indicator to 0°

mark. Tighten screw.

45° BLADE ALIGNMENT

Refer to Figure 14 and 15

• Rotate table to 0° position and lock in place.

• Lower head assembly and lock in place.

• Loosen bevel lock handle and tilt the head assembly to

45° bevel. The indicator should be on the 45° mark. The

45° bevel stop should be in full contact with the 45°

bevel stop screw, and the blade should contact the full

length of the combination square.

• If the blade is not at 45° to the miter table, tilt the cutting

arm to the right. Loosen the locknut on the bevel angle

adjustment bolt and use a 13mm wrench to adjust the

bolt in or out to increase or decrease the bevel angle.

• Tilt the cutting arm to the left to 45°bevel and recheck

ofr alignment.

• Repeat steps 1 throught 4 if necessary.

• Tighten bevel lock handle and locknut when alignment

is achieved.

LASER ALIGNMENT

Refer to Figure 16

• Remove the locking screw on the battery cover using a

Phillips screwdriver and open the cover.

• Insert the two AAA batteries in the case.

• Put on the battery cover ,replace the locking screw and

tighten it securely.

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OPERATION

Figure 14

Figure 15

Figure 13

Locknut

Adjustment bolt

Bevel lock handle

Combination square

Lock handle

0 mark

Locknut

Bolt

Indicator

Figure 12

Indicator

Miter scale

Miter handle

Positive stop

locking lever

• To turn laser on, turn switch to “On”position

• To turn laser off ,turn switch to “Off”position

• Use a small ﬂat head screwdriver to rotate the back

adjustment screw to adjust the parallelism of the laser

lines to the cut in the workpiece.

• Rotate the front adjustment screw to center the laser

line over the cut in the workpiece.

• Laser is radiated when laser guide is turned on .Avoid

direct eye contact. Always un-plug the miter saw from

power source before making any adjustments.

• Use of controls or adjustments of performance of

procedures other than those speciﬁed herein may result

in hazardous radiation exposure.

• The use of optical instruments with this product will

increase eye hazard.

• 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 qualiﬁed service

center.

NOTE: All the adjustments for the operation of this ma-

chine have been completed at the factory

POWER SOURCE

Do not connect to the power source until the machine is

completely assembled.

The machine is wired for 120 volts, 60 HZ alternating

current. Before connecting the machine to the power

source, make sure the switch is in the "OFF" position.

Running the unit on voltages which are not within range

may cause overheating and motor burn-out. Heavy loads

require that voltage at motor terminals be no less than the

voltage speciﬁed on nameplate.

• Power supply to the motor is controlled by a locking

rocker switch. Remove the key to prevent unauthorized

use.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Improper connection of equipment grounding conductor

can result in the risk of electrical shock.

• The machine should be grounded while in use to protect

operator from electrical shock.

• In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding

reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an

escape wire for the electric current.

• This machine is equipped with an approved

3-conductor cord rated at 150V and a 3-prong

grounding type plug for your protection against

shock hazards.

• Grounding plug should be plugged directly into a

properly installed and grounded 3-prong grounding-type

receptacle.

• The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly

installed and grounded in accordance with all local

codes and ordinances.

• Check with a qualiﬁed electrician or service personnel if

these instructions are not completely understood or if in

doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

• Do not modify plug provided. If it will not ﬁt in outlet,

have proper outlet installed by a qualiﬁed electrician.

Use only 3-wire extension cords, that have 3-prong

grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor

receptacles that accept the machine's plug, as show in

Figure 17.

Do not permit ﬁngers to touch the terminals of plug when

installing or removing from outlet.

• Inspect tool cords periodically, and if damaged, have

repaired by an authorized service facility.

• The conductor with insulation having an outer surface

that is green with or without yellow stripes is the

equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement

of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect

the green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal.

A temporary 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter (see

Figure 18) may be used to connect this plug to a matching

2-conductor receptacle. The temporary adapter should be

used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed

by a qualiﬁed electrician.

Figure 16

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OPERATION

WARNING

Figure 17 - 3-Prong Receptacle

Grounded outlet Box

3 - Prong Plug

Grounding Prong

Swi tch

In Canada, the use of temporary adapter is not permitted

by the Canadian Electric Code. Where permitted, the rigid

green tab or terminal on the side of the adapter must be

securely connected to a permanent electrical ground such

as a properly grounded water pipe, a properly grounded

outlet box or a properly grounded wire system.

• Many cover plate screws, water pipes and outlet boxes

are not properly grounded. To ensure proper ground,

grounding means must be tested by a qualiﬁed

electrician.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use proper extension cords. Make sure the extension

cord is in good condition. Use only 3-wire extension cords

have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole

receptacles which accept the tool plug. When using an

extension cord, make sure to use one heavy enough to

carry the current of the machine. An undersized cord will

cause a drop in the voltage, resulting in loss of power and

overheating. Use the table to determine the minimum wire

size (A.W.G.) extension cord.

Extension Cord Length

Wire Size................................................................. A.W.G.

Up to 25 ft....................................................................... 18

25 to 50 ft........................................................................ 16

NOTE: Using extension cords over 50 ft. long is not

recommended.

MOTOR

The miter saw is supplied with a 2 HP motor installed.

The 120 Volt AC universal motor has the following

speciﬁcations:

Horsepower (Maximum Developed)........................... 2 HP

Voltage......................................................................... 120

Amperes......................................................................... 15

Hertz............................................................................... 60

Phase........................................................................ Single

Cutterhead RPM........................................................ 4,800

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

• Turn the switch off and disconnect the machine from

power source before any repair or maintenance work.

• Some electrical wiring and connection work must be

performed by qualiﬁed electrician in accordance with

local regulations.

• There is a green grounding wire fastened to the frame of

the machine to provide Shock Protection. Do not

disconnect the Grounding Wire from the frame.

• The Motor is rated for used at 120 Volts.

• Connect this machine to 3-Conductor Power outlet with

appropriate rating only.

• Use only 3-pronged Extension Power Cord with

appropriate rating with this machine.

• When change the power cord, use only 3-pronged

Power Cord with appropriate rating.

• The Power switch is a Single Pole Rocker switch with

Locking Mechanism. Remove the Key when not in use

to prevent accidents.

WARNING

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OPERATION

Figure 18 - 2-Prong Receptacle

Grounding

Means

Grounded outlet Box

Adapter

OPERATION

For your own safety, read the operating manual and all

the safety instructions before using the saw.

The failure to follow the general safety rules and safety

precautions can greatly increase the likelihood of injury.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Be aware of general power tool safety. Make sure all the

safety rules are understood.

• Disconnect the machine from power source whenever

adjusting or replacing any parts.

• Do not plug in unless switch is in “OFF” position.

• Keep hands away from all moving parts.

• Ware eye protection or face shield during operation.

• Make sure all guards are attached and securely

fastened. Keep saw and blade guards in proper working

condition.

• Make sure all the mobile parts move freely and are free

from interference.

• Keep blades shaft aligned and properly attached.

• Never turn the machine “ON” with the workpiece

contacting the blade.

• Make sure the blade teeth points downward at the front

of the table.

• Make sure the arbor bolt is always tightened.

• Make sure the cover plate screw is always tightened.

• Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is

no excessive play in any parts.

• Use this miter saw to cut only wood, wood-like products,

or non-ferrous metal.

• Don’t force the saw.

• Make sure the trigger switch is disengaged before

plugging the miter saw into a power outlet.

• Do not use this saw to cut small pieces. If the workpiece

being cut would cause your hand or ﬁngers to be within

6-3/4 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.

• When cutting odd shaped workpieces, plan your work

so it will not bind in the blade and cause possible injury .

• Molding must lie ﬂat or be held by a ﬁxture or jig that will

not let it move when cut.

• Choose the correct 10 in. diameter blade for the

material and the type of cutting your plan to do. Do not

use thin kerf blades.

• Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.

• Do not perform a workpiece that is warped, contains

knobs, or is embedded with foreign objects (nails,

staples, etc) to prevent kickback.

• Do not allow anyone to stand or cross in line of blade

rotation.

• Keep saw maintained. Follow maintenance instructions.

BODY AND HAND POSITION

Refer to Figure 19 and 20

Position your body and hands properly to make cutting.

• Keep hands outside the “No Hands Zone”. The “No

Hands Zone” is between the marked lines on the left

and right side of the base. The area is including the

entire table and portion of the fence within these marked

lines. This zone is labeled by “No Hands” symbols

placed inside the marked lines.

• Hold workpiece ﬁrmly to the fence to prevent movement.

• Keep hands in position until trigger has been released

and blade has stopped completely.

• Follow the miter arm when mitering left or right.

• Sight through the lower guard if following a pencil line.

• With the power off, lower the blade to preview the blade

path before making any cut.

WARNING

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Figure 19

WARNING

Figure 20

Mounting holes

6-3/4 in.

Correct Use Incorrect Use

BASIC SAW OPERATION

• Place at least 6-3/4 in. away from the path of the

blade-out of the “no-hands zone”.

• Hold workpiece ﬁrmly against the fence to prevent

movement toward the blade.

• With the power switch OFF, bring the saw blade down

to the workpiece to see the cutting path of the blade.

• Press in lock-off switch in trigger switch handle.

• Squeeze trigger switch to start saw.

• Lower blade into workpiece with a ﬁrm downward

position.

• 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

section.

SWITCH ACTIVATION

To reduce the likelihood of accidental starting a thumb

activated lock-OFF switch is located on top of the switch

handle. The lock –OFF switch must be pushed in before

the trigger switch can be activated and the miter saw

started.

MITER CUT

• Turn the miter handle counterclockwise to unlock the

miter table.

• While holding the miter handle, press down on the

positive stop locking lever to disengage the positive stop

locking lever.

• Rotate the miter table to the right or left with the miter

handle.

• When the table is in the desired position as shown on

the miter scale, release the positive stop clocking lever

handle and tighten the miter handle .The table is now

locked at the desired angle. Positive stops are provided

at 0°,15°,22.5°,31.6°, and 45°.

BEVEL CUT

• Loosen the bevel lock handle.

• Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle as shown on

the bevel scale. 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 lock handle to lock the cutting head in

position.

• Positive stops are provided at 0° and 45°.

COMPOUND CUT

• Loosen the bevel lock handle and position the cutting

head at the desired bevel position. Lock the bevel lock

handle.

• Loosen the miter table lock handle. Press down the

positive stop locking lever.

• Position the table at the desired angle.

• Release the positive stop locking lever and lock the

miter handle.

CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL

• A bowed workpiece must be positioned against the

fence and secured with a clamping device 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.

CUTTING BASE MOLDING

• 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.

• Always make sure molding rest ﬁrmly against fence and

table.

• Use hold-down or C-clamps, whenever possible, and

place tape on the area being clamped to avoid marks.

• Reduce splintering by taping the cut area prior to

making cut. Mark cut line directly on the tape.

• Splintering typically happens due to wrong blade

application and thinness of the material.

NOTE: Always perform a dry run cut so you can determine

if the operation being attempted is possible before power

is applied to the saw.

CUTTING CROWN MOLDING

• Crown molding must be cut exactly to ﬁt properly.

• There are two ways to cut crown molding: ﬂat on table

or angled to table and fence.

• 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 .

Figure 21

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MAINTENANCE

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Miter Saw Table

miter at 45º, bevel at 0º

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Workpiece

Miter Saw Table

miter at 45º, bevel at 0º

• Settings for standard crown molding lying ﬂat on

compound miter saw table.

NOTE: The chart below references a compound cut for

crown molding

ONLY WHEN THE ANGLE BETWEEN THE

WALLS EQUALS EXACTLY 90°

Figure 22

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OPERATION

Figure 23

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Miter Saw Table

Inside Corner

IL

IR

Outside Corner

OL

OR

KEY

BEVEL

SETTING

MITER

SETTING

Inside corner-Left side

TYPE OF CUT

IL 33.9° 31.6° Right 1. Position top of

molding against

fence

2. Miter table set at

RIGHT 31.6°

3. LEFT side is

ﬁnished piece

Inside corner –Right side

IR 33.9° 31.6°Left 1. Position bottom of

molding against

fence

2. Miter table set at

LEFT 31.6

3. LEFT side is

ﬁnished piece

Outside corner-Left side

OL 33.9° 31.6°Left 1. Position bottom of

molding against

fence

2. Miter table set at

LEFT 31.6

3. RIGHT side is

ﬁnished piece

Outside corner-Right side

OR 33.9° 31.6°Right 1. Position top of

molding against

fence

2. Miter table set at

RIGHT 31.6

3. RIGHT side is

ﬁnished piece

MAINTENANCE

Disconnect the unit from power source before serving or

disassembling any components.

INSPECT AND REPLACE THE MOTOR

BRUSHES

• Turn the switch in “OFF” position and disconnect the

saw from the power source.

• Inspect the motor brushes after every 100 hours of use.

Brush life varies, depending on the motor loads.

• Replace the motor brushes in set (two brushes) only.

Replace with new parts only.

• To inspect motor brushes, unscrew brush caps on the

sides of motor. There are two caps, one on each side of

motor.

• Remove brush assembly from motor.

• Replace motor brushes if the length of carbon has been

worn to less than 3/8”, or if the springs are worn, or if the

motor does not run smoothly.

• Replace with new motor brush assembly.

• Replace the brush cap and tighten the screw.

• Repeat the same procedure on the other side of motor.

CLEANING

• Vacuum clean the miter saw to remove wood chips, saw

dust, and debris. Avoid accumulation of sawdust on the

tool.

• Make sure motor is kept clean and free of dust.

• Use cleaner solution to remove resin and grease

residue.

• Check and empty dust bag.

• Remove saw dust, wood chips, and grease from chains

and gears.

• Be certain motor is kept clean and free of dust.

• Use soap and water to clean painted parts, rubber parts

and plastic guards.

LUBRICATION

• The tool has been properly lubricated and is ready to

use. It is recommended that tools with gears be

regreased with a special gear lubricant at every brush

change.

• The sliding fence should slide smoothly left and right,

lubricate if needed.

• All bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufﬁcient

amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit

under normal operating conditions. No further lubrication

is required.

KEEP TOOL IN REPAIR

• If power cord is worn, cut, or damaged in any way, do

not operate the machine.

• Replace any worn, damaged, or missing parts. Use

parts list to order parts.

Any attempt to repair motor may create a hazard unless

repair is done by a qualiﬁed service technician.

WARNING

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TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTON POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

1. Low voltage

2. Short circuit in line cord or plug

3. Short circuit in motor

4. Open circuit or loose connection in

motor

5. Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers

6. Defective switch

7. Defective capacitor

8. Motor overload results in circuit

breaker tripped

SOLUTIONS

1. Check power supply for proper voltage

2. Inspect line cord and plug for faulty

insulation or shorted connection

3. Inspect connection on motor.

4. Inspect connection on motor

5. Replace with correct fuses or circuit

breakers

6. Replace switch

7. Replace capacitor

8. Turn the machine off and reset overload

protection.

Frequent tripping of circuit

breaker

Motor stalls or fails to reach

full speed

1. Power overload

2. Low voltage from power supply

3. Undersized line cord

4. Motor overload

5. Short circuit or loose connection in

motor

6. Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers

7. Wood chips clogged

1. Reduce workload on the power supply

2. Check power supply for proper voltage

3. Use line cord of adequate size or reduce

length of wiring

4. Reduce load on motor

5. Inspect the connection in motor for loose or

shorted connection

6. Replace with correct fuses or circuit breakers

7. Inspect chip blower assembly and fan belt.

Remove excessive wood chips

Motor overheats 1. Motor overloaded

2. Excessive dust build-up results in

decreased air circulation

1. Reduce load on motor. Turn off the machine

until motor cools down

2. Remove dust build-up

1. Motor overload

2. Inadequate capacity of circuit

breaker

3. Circuit overload

4. Blades are dull

1. Reduce load on motor

2. Replace with correct circuit breaker

3. Reduce circuit load

4. Sharpen or replace blades

Brake does not Stop the blade

Within 6 seconds

1. Motor brushes not sealed or lightly

sticking

2. Motor brake overheated from use

of defective or wrong size blade

3. Arbor bolt loose

4. Cracked or damaged brushes

5. Other

1. Replace brushes

2. Use a recommended blade. Let cool Down

3. Retighten the arbor bolt

4. Replace brushes

5. Contact Service Center

Brush spark When switch

released

1. Brush worn

2. Other

1. Replace brushes

2. Contact Service Center

Blade hits table 1. Misalignment 1. Adjust cutting head

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Motor will not start

Angle of cut not accurate 1. Miter table unlocked

2. Sawdust under table

1. Lock miter table

2. Vacuum or blow out dust

Cutting arm wobbles 1. Loose pivot points 1. Contact service center

SYMPTON POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

1. Pivot bolt too tight

2. Pivot spring not replaced properly

after service

3. Sawdust build-up

SOLUTIONS

1. Loosen pivot bolt lock nut

2. Contact Service center

3. Clean and lubricate moving parts

Blade binds jams ,burns

wood

1. Improper operation

2. Dull or wareped blade

3. Improper blade size

4. Wood is moving during cut

1. See OPERATION section for the proper use.

2. Replace or sharpen blade

3. Replace with 10-in.diameter blade

4. Use hold down clamp to secure workpiece

to table

The laser guide fails to turn

on

1. The batteries are dead

2. The battery contacts need

adjustment

1. Replace with new AAA batteries

2. Reload the batteries and make certain that

they make solid contact to the battery spring

Cutting arm will not fully raise

or blade guard won’t fully

close

Saw vibrates or shakes 1. Saw blade not round/damaged/

loose

2. Arbor bolt loose

1. Replace blade

2. Tighten arbor bolt

TROUBLESHOOTING

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Figure 24

10" COMPOUND MITER SAW PARTS ILLUSTRATION

15

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1 MSC1000-001 extension wing 2

2 MSC1000-002 M8x7 outer hex. Bolt 5

3 MSC1000-003 base 1

4 MSC1000-004 scale 1

5 MSC1000-005 rivet2x4 5

6 MSC1000-006 6x25 wing screw 2

7 MSC1000-007 steel piece 3

8 MSC1000-008 M5x12 cross pan head screw 2

9 MSC1000-009 ø5 spring washer 6

10 MSC1000-010 ø8 spring washer 4

11 MSC1000-011 wing handle 6x15 3

12 MSC1000-012 lacation pin 1

13 MSC1000-013 M5.5x10 pan head custom made screw 1

14 MSC1000-014 pressure cover 1

15 MSC1000-015 ø6 ﬂat washer 1

16 MSC1000-016 locking handle(clamp) 1

17 MSC1000-017 handwheel 2

18 MSC1000-018 fence 1

19 MSC1000-019 indicator 1

20 MSC1000-020 ø4 spring washer 3

21 MSC1000-021 M4x8 cross pan head screw 1

22 MSC1000-022 bracket 1

23 MSC1000-023 bevel scale 1

24 MSC1000-024 ø10 ﬂat washer 1

25 MSC1000-025 M10x50 doule head bolt 1

26 MSC1000-026 fastening block 1

27 MSC1000-027 rear handle 1

28 MSC1000-028 pressure spring 1

29 MSC1000-029 fastening cap 1

30 MSC1000-030 M8x20 hex bolt 3

31 MSC1000-031 M8 nut 2

32 MSC1000-032 side handle 1

33 MSC1000-033 spring piece 1

34 MSC1000-034 turnplate 1

35 MSC1000-035 M4x10 cross counter-sunk screw 4

36 MSC1000-036 kerfboard 1

37 MSC1000-037 ø8 ﬂat washer 1

38 MSC1000-038 M8 anti-loose nut 1

39 MSC1000-039 big torsion spring 1

40 MSC1000-040 steel wire 1

41 MSC1000-041 dust bag 1

42 MSC1000-042 wrench 1

43 MSC1000-043 M8x6 bolt 1

44 MSC1000-044 outer ﬂange 1

45 MSC1000-045 saw blade 1

46 MSC1000-046 location ring 1

47 MSC1000-047 inner ﬂange 1

48 MSC1000-048 output shaft 1

49 MSC1000-049 3x14 semi-circle key 1

50 MSC1000-050 M5x16 cros pan head screw 2

51 MSC1000-051 bearing cover 1

52 MSC1000-052 6203 bearing 1

53 MSC1000-053 bearing housing 1

54 MSC1000-054 big gear 1

55 MSC1000-055 HK121610 needle bearing 1

56 MSC1000-056 ø17 circlip 1

57 MSC1000-057 locking cap 1

58 MSC1000-058 lockng spring 1

59 MSC1000-059 locking pin 1

60 MSC1000-060 ø3x16 hollow pin 1

61 MSC1000-061 screw 1

62 MSC1000-062 link(long) 1

63 MSC1000-063 M6 nut 1

64 MSC1000-064 M6x25 inner hex screw 2

65 MSC1000-065 M6 inner hex fasten screw 1

66 MSC1000-066 rubber sleeve 1

67 MSC1000-067 location limit screw 1

68 MSC1000-068 spring 1

69 MSC1000-069 stator 1

70 MSC1000-070 ST4.8x70cross pan head tapping screw 2

71 MSC1000-071 ari seal ring 1

72 MSC1000-072 carbon brush 2

73 MSC1000-073 label 1

74 MSC1000-074 label 1

75 MSC1000-075 label 1

76 MSC1000-076 sheath 1

77 MSC1000-077 shockproof pin 1

78 MSC1000-078 ø6 ﬂat washer 1

79 MSC1000-079 link pulley 1

80 MSC1000-080 screw 1

81 MSC1000-081 transparent guard 1

82 MSC1000-082 wheel 1

83 MSC1000-083 circlip 1

84 MSC1000-084 saw head locking pin 1

85 MSC1000-085 M5x14 cross pan head screw 1

86 MSC1000-086 gasket 1

87 MSC1000-087 torsion spring 3

88 MSC1000-088 M8x12 bolt 1

89 MSC1000-089 screw 1

90 MSC1000-090 spring holding board 1

91 MSC1000-091 M5 anti-loose nut 2

92 MSC1000-092 M5x10 cros counter-sunk screw 1

93 MSC1000-093 blade protection piece 1

94 MSC1000-094 saw head 1

95 MSC1000-095 6202 bearing 1

96 MSC1000-096 self locking 1

97 MSC1000-097 steel ball 1

98 MSC1000-098 rotor 1

99 MSC1000-099 6000 bearing 1

100 MSC1000-100 motor housing 1

101 MSC1000-101 øﬂat washer 4

102 MSC1000-102 øspring washer 4

103 MSC1000-103 M6x35 cross pan head screw 4

104 MSC1000-104 brush holder cap 2

105 MSC1000-105 brush holder 2

106 MSC1000-106 label 1

107 MSC1000-107 switch trigger 1

108 MSC1000-108 switch 1

109 MSC1000-109 handle 1

110 MSC1000-110 cable sleeve 1

111 MSC1000-111 ST3.9x16 cross pan head tapping screw 8

112 MSC1000-112 cable holding board 1

10" MITER SAW PARTS LIST

Key No. Part No. Part Name Qty Key No. Part No. Part Name Qty

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10" MITER SAW PARTS LIST

113 MSC1000-113 switch safty button 1

114 MSC1000-114 switch torsion spring 1

115 MSC1000-115 M5x40 cross pan head screw 2

116 MSC1000-116 M4x16 cross pan head tapping screw 8

117 MSC1000-117 handle cover 1

118 MSC1000-118 M6x18cross pan head tapping screw 2

119 MSC1000-119 paddle sheath 1

120 MSC1000-120 paddle 1

121 MSC1000-121 M4x10 cross pan head screw 2

122 MSC1000-122 torsion shart 1

123 MSC1000-123 ST3.9x8cross pan head tapping screw 3

124 MSC1000-124 spring holder 1

125 MSC1000-125 spring 1

126 MSC1000-126 8 circlip 1

127 MSC1000-127 M6x18 screw 1

128 MSC1000-128 anti-rollover 1

129 MSC1000-129 plug 1

130 MSC1000-130 laser box cover 1

131 MSC1000-131 M4x8 cross counter-sunk screw 2

132 MSC1000-132 battery 2

133 MSC1000-133 laser box 1

134 MSC1000-134 M5x10 cross pan head screw 4

135 MSC1000-135 laser box holder 1

136 MSC1000-136 laser 1

137 MSC1000-137 laser seat 1

138 MSC1000-138 M3x8 cross pan head screw 1

139 MSC1000-139 upper handle 1

Key No. Part No. Part Name Qty Key No. Part No. Part Name Qty

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WARRANTY

18

Thank you for investing in a POWERTEC power tool. These products have been designed and manufactured to meet

high quality standards and are guaranteed for domestic use against defects in workmanship or material for a period of

12 months from the date of purchase. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.

SOUTHERN TECHNOLOGIES LLC. BENCH TOP AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL

LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY AND 30-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY

POWERTEC products are designed and manufactured by Southern Technologies LLC. All warranty communications

should be directed to Southern Technologies LLC. 206 Terrace Dr. Mundelein, IL 60060, Attn: POWERTEC technical

service ; or by calling 1-877-393-7121 (toll free), 9 AM to 5 PM, Mondy through Friday, US Central Time.

30- DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY

During the ﬁrst 30 days after the date of purchase, if you are dissatisﬁed with the performance of this POWERTEC tool

for any reason you may return the tool to the retailer from which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange. You

must present proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with the original product. The replacement

tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the one year warranty period.

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in this POWERTEC tool for a one year period from the

date of purchase. This warranty is speciﬁc to this tool. Southern Technologies, LLC reserves the right to repair or

replace the defective tool, at its discretion.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

To obtain service for this POWERTEC tool you must return it, freight prepaid, to an authorized POWERTEC service

center for bench top and stationary power tools. You may obtain the location of the authorized service center nearest

you by calling (toll free) 1-877-393-7121 or by logging on to the POWERTEC website at www.southerntechllc.com.

When requesting warranty service, you must present the proof of purchase documentation, which includes a date of

purchase. The authorized service center will either repair or replace any defective part, at our option at no charge to

you. The repaired or replacement unit will be covered by the same limited warranty for the balance of one year warranty

period.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

This warranty applied to the original purchaser at retailer and may not be transferred.

This warranty does not cover consumable items such as saw blades, knives, belts, discs, cooling blocks and sleeves.

This warranty does not cover required service and part replacement resulting from normal wear and tear, including

accessory wear.

This warranty does not cover any malfunction, failure or defect resulting from:

1) misuse, abuse, neglect and mishandling not in accordance with the owner's manual.

2) damage due to accidents, natural disasters, power outage, or power overload

3) commercial or rental use

4) alteration, modiﬁcation or reapair by other than an authorized service center for POWERTEC product.

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