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GB
10 IN. (255 MM) MULTI-PURPOSE
SILDE COMPOUND MITER SAW
SM2502A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
®
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CONTENTS
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P 1 - 12
The original instruction manual is in English.
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UNPACKING
1. Carefully remove the miter saw from the carton.
2. Separate and layout all of the parts. Carefully check them according to the diagram
below.
IMPORTANT:
Always use the designated carrying handle and hand-hold on the side of the
saw base for transportation.
CARTON CONTENTS
WARNING! If any part is missing or damaged, please do not plug in or use the miter
saw until replacements have been obtained.
Hold-down Clamp
Dust Collector
Blade Wrench
Miter Saw
Miter Handle Vise Clamp
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for the connection of dust extraction and
collecting equipment, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
11. DO NOT ABUSE THE CABLE.
Never
pull the cable to disconnect it from the
socket. Keep the cord away from heat,
oil and sharp edges.
12. SECURE WORK.
Where possible use
clamps or a vice to hold the work. It’s
safer than using your hand.
13. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper
footing and balance at all time.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for
better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect tool cords
periodically and if damaged have them
repaired by an authorized service facility.
Inspect extension cords periodically and
replace if damaged. Keep handles dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
When not
in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades,
bits, cutters, disconnect tools from the
power supply.
16. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form the habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.
17. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Ensure switch is in “off” position when
plugging in.
18. USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION LEADS.
When the tool is used outdoors, use only
extension leads intended for outdoor
use and so marked.
19. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are
doing, use common sense and do not
operate the tool when you are tired.
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before
further use of the tool, it should be
carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check the alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting and any other
General Safety Rules
Read all these instructions before
attempting to operate your product.
Save these instructions for future
reference.
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAR. Cluttered
areas and benches invite injuries.
2. CONSIDER WORK AREA
ENVIRONMENT.
Do not expose tools
to rain. Do not use tools in damp or wet
locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not
use tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
3. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces.
4. KEEP OTHER PEOPLE AWAY.
Do
not let others, especially children, not
involved in the work touch the tool or
the extension lead and keep them away
from the work area.
5. STORE IDLE TOOLS.
When not in use,
tools should be stored in a dry locked-up
place, out of reach of children.
6. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL.
It will do
the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.
7. USE THE RIGHT TOOL.
Do not force
small tools to do the job of a heavy
duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes
not intended; for example do not use
circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery, they can be caught
in moving parts. Nonskid footwear is
recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
9. USE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT.
Use
safety glasses. Use face or dust mask if
cutting operations create dust.
10. CONNECT DUST EXTRACTION
EQUIPMENT.
If devices are provided
WARNING ! When using electric tools
basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
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3. Do not use the saw without the guards
in position, in good working order and
properly maintained.
4. Replace the table insert when worn.
5. Connect your miter saw to a dust
collecting device when sawing.
6. Check the maximum depth of cut.
7. When sawing long workpieces, always
use additional supports and clamping
devices.
8.
Always wear ear protection, safety glasses
or goggles and a breathing mask.
9. The operator must be adequately
trained in the operation of miter saws
and their components.
10. Wear suitable personal protective
equipment when necessary, this could
include:
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hearing protection to reduce the risk
of induced hearing loss;
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eye protection;
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respiratory protection to reduce the
risk of inhalation of harmful dust;
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gloves for handling saw blades (saw
blades shall be carried in a holder
wherever practicable) and rough
material.
11. Make sure there is adequate lighting
provision for your work area.
WARNING!
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Ensure that the arm is securely fixed
when bevelling;
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Keep the floor area around the machine
level, well maintained and free of loose
materials e.g. chips and cut-offs;
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Use correctly sharpened saw blades.
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Observe the maximum speed marked
on the saw blade;
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When fitted with laser, no exchange
with different type of laser is permitted.
Repairs shall only be carried out by the
laser manufacturer or an authorised
agent. Refrain from removing any cut-
offs or other parts of the workpiece from
the cutting area whilst the machine is
running and the saw head is not in the
rest position;
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Ensure that the machine is always fixed
to a bench, whenever possible.
conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorised service centre unless
otherwise indicated in this instruction
manual. Do not use the tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off.
21.
WARNING. The use of any accessory or
attachment other than one recommended
in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
22. HAVE YOUR TOOL REPAIRED BY
A QUALIFIED PERSON. This electric
tool complies with the relevant safety
rules. Repairs should only be carried
out by a qualified person using original
spare parts, otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to the user.
23. THROUGH POOR CONDITIONS OF
THE ELECTRICAL MAINS, shortly
voltage drops can appear when starting
the EQUIPMENT. This can influence
other equipment (e.g. blinking of a
lamp). If the MAINS-IMPEDANCE
Zmax < 0.34 OHM, such disturbances
are not expected.
24. DO NOT USE SAW BLADES
MANUFACTURED FROM HIGH
SPEED STEEL.
25. KEEP THE FLOOR AREA AROUND
THE MACHIN LEVEL, well maintained
and free of loose material e.g. chips
and cutoffs.
26. USE CORRECTLY SHARPENED SAW
BLADES. Observe the maximum speed
marked on the saw blade. Ensure that
the machine is always fixed to a bench,
whenever possible.
Additional Safety Rules for
Miter Saws
1. This saw is recommended for cutting
wood, ferrous material and plastic only.
2.
Select saw blades in relation to the
material to be cut and only use blades that
are recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not use HSS (High Speed Steel)
blades or any other blade that does not
conform to EN847-1. Damaged, warped or
deformed blades should not be used.
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12. The laser fitted onto this miter saw is
only designed for this saw. The fitting
of any external, additional or different
type of laser is not permitted. Repairs
should only be carried out by authorised
repair agents.
13. Refrain from removing any cut-offs
or other parts of the workpiece from
the cutting area whilst the machine is
running and the saw head is not the rest
position.
14. Never stand on this tool as damage to
saw or serious injuries could result.
15. Never use the miter saw near flammable
liquids, vapors, or gases.
16. Remove all nails that may be in the
workpiece to prevent sparking that could
cause a fire.
17. To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never
use gasoline, naphtha acetone, lacquer
thinner or similar highly volatile solvents
to clean the miter saw.
18. Keep the saw with proper footing on a
table to decrease noise and vibration.
19. Always use the designated carrying
handle for transportation.
20. Never use the miter saw to make miter
cutting, bevel cutting or compound
cutting on metals.
SYMBOLS
V ……....volts A …...…...........amperes
Hz ….….hertz W ...........................watts
min …....minutes ~ .......alternating current
h …........hours ..Class II Construction
I ………..ON O ...….....................OFF
min
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…......revolutions per minute
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead
of disposing of them as waste.
All tools, hoses and packaging
should be sorted, taken to the local
recycling center and disposed
of in an environmentally safe way. Do
not dispose of electrical appliances as
unsorted municipal waste, use separate
collection facilities. Contact your local
government for information regarding the
collection systems available. If electrical
appliances are disposed of in landfills or
dumps, hazardous substances can leak
into the groundwater and get into the food
chain, damaging your health and well-
being. When replacing old appliances with
new once, the retailer is legally obligated to
take back your old appliance for disposal
at least for free of charge. Disposal of
discarded material shall be in accordance
with local environmental regulations.
Installation
Know Your Miter Saw (Fig. 1)
1. Upper Blade Guard
2. Dust Collector
3. Laser Guide
4. Bevel Detent Pin
5. Bevel Lock Knob
6. Hold-Down Clamp
7. Fence
8. Mounting Holes
9. Left Extension Table
10. Base
11. Vise Clamp
12. Blade
13. Miter Handle
14. Carrying Handle
15. Laser ON/OFF Switch
16. Switch Handle
17. Lower Blade Guard
18. Positive Stop Locking Lever
19. Table Insert
20. Motor
21. Turntable
22. Right Extension Table
23. Dust Port
24. Slide Carriage Lock Knob
25. Slide Carriage
26.
Head Hold-Down Latch
Keep hands away from blade:
Failure to keep your hands
away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of
injury, user must read instruction
manual.
Wear safety goggles.
Wear ear protection.
Wear a breathing mask.
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Specification
Motor ................ 2000 W, 220 V~ 50/60 Hz,
Double Insulation
No load speed ........................... 2,400 min
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Blade ................Ø255 mm; Ø25.4 mm Bore
Turn table .................................... Ø280 mm
Miter stops ............ 0° ,15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45°
left & right
Miter angle range ................ 50° left & right
Bevel angle range ................... 0° to 45° left
Maximum capacity
Cross cut ................................. 86×298 mm
Miter cut at 45°......................... 86×198 mm
Bevel cut at 45°........................ 41×298 mm
Compound cut at 45°.......... 41×198 mm left
NOTE: Move all parts to
the desired work site before
assembling them together. Follow
the assembly instruction and
carefully assemble the tool with the help of a
second person.
TRANSPORTING THE SAW (FIG. 1)
To avoid damage, never carry the miter saw
by the switch handle, the cutting arm or the
miter handle. ALWAYS use the designated
carrying handle (14). (Fig. 1)
To lock the cutting head: When transporting
or storing the miter saw, the cutting head
should always be locked in the down
position.
1. Press the cutting head down to its
lowest position.
2. Push the head hold-down latch
(26) into
the locking hole.
CUTTING HEAD (FIG. 2)
Raising the cutting head:
To unlock the cutting head from the
collapsed position:
1.
Push down the switch handle (1) slightly.
2. Pull out the head hold-down latch (2).
3. Allow the cutting head to rise to the
up position.
Locking the cutting head:
1. Push the cutting head down to its lowest
position.
2. Push the head hold-down latch (2) into
the locking hole to lock the cutting head.
INSTALLING THE MITER HANDLE (FIG. 3)
1. Thread the miter handle (1) into the hole
located at the front of the miter table.
INSTALLING THE DUST COLLECTOR
(FIG. 4)
1. Release the locking handle (2) of the
dust collector (1).
2. Place the dust collector neck opening
around the exhaust port (3) and lock the
locking handle (2).
INSTALLING THE HOLD-DOWN CLAMP
(FIG. 5)
1. Loosen the lock knob (1) from the rear
side of the saw base.
2. Place the hold-down clamp assembly (2)
in one of the mounting holes (3).
3. Tighten the lock knob (1).
INSTALLING THE VISE CLAMP (FIG. 6)
NOTE: The vise clamp is used to secure
the workpiece during cutting operations.
1. Install the vise clamp on the saw by
inserting the fixed shaft (1) into one of
the holes (2) provided in the miter
saw base.
WARNING! For your own safety, never
connect the plug to power source outlet
until all assembly steps are completed
and you have read and understood the
safety and operational instructions.
Assembly
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.
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2.
Adjust bevel indicator (2) to the “0”
mark on the bevel scale and retighten
the screw.
45° BEVEL ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 11)
1. Loosen the bevel lock knob (1) and tilt
the cutting head completely to the left.
2. Using a combination square, check to
see if the blade angle is 45°
to the table.
3. If the blade is not at 45°
to the miter
table, tilt the cutting arm to the right,
loosen the locknut (2) on the bevel
angle adjustment bolt (3) and use a
10 mm wrench to adjust the bevel angle
adjustment bolt (3) depth in or out to
increase or decrease the bevel angle.
4. Tilt the cutting arm to the left to 45°
bevel and recheck for alignment.
5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until the blade
is at 45° to the miter table.
6. Tighten bevel lock knob (1) and the
locknut (2) when alignment is achieved.
33.9° BEVEL ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 11)
1. Push the bevel detent pin (4) in toward
the front of the unit.
2. Unlock the bevel lock knob (1) and tilt
the cutting arm to the crown molding
positive stop at 33.9°.
3.
Using a combination square, check to see
if the blade angle is 33.9° to the table.
4. If the blade is not at 33.9° to the miter
table, loosen the locknut (5) and use a
10 mm wrench to adjust the bolt (6) in
or out until the blade is at 33.9° to the
miter table.
5. Secure the locknut (5) into position after
alignment is achieved.
ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS
(FIG. 12)
1. Loosen the three fence locking bolts (1).
2. Lower the cutting arm and lock in
position.
SAW BLADE WRENCH (FIG. 7)
For convenient storage and prevention
of loss, there is a slot (1) in the side of
the carrying handle for storing the blade
wrench (2) when not in use.
UNLOCKING THE SLIDE CARRIAGE (FIG. 8)
After removing the saw from the carton,
loosen the slide carriage lock knob (1).
When transporting or storing the miter saw,
the slide carriage should always be locked in
position. The slide carriage lock knob (1) is
located on the rear side of the slide carriage.
NOTE: This tool is accurately adjusted
before shipping from the factory. Check
the following accuracy and readjust them if
necessary in order to obtain the best results
in operation.
BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 9)
1. Loosen bevel lock knob (1) and tilt the
cutting arm completely to the right.
Tighten the bevel lock knob.
2. Place a combination square (2) on the
miter table (3) with the ruler against the
table and the heel of the square against
the saw blade.
3. If the blade is not 90° (0°) square with
the miter table (3), loosen the bevel
lock knob (1), tilt the cutting head to the
left, loosen the locknut (4) on the bevel
angle adjustment bolt (5) and use a
10 mm wrench to adjust the bevel angle
adjustment bolt (5) depth in or out to
increase or decrease the bevel angle.
4. Tilt the cutting arm back to the right at
90° (0°) bevel and recheck for alignment.
5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 if further
adjustment is needed.
6. Tighten bevel lock knob (1) and the
locknut (4) when alignment is achieved.
90° BEVEL INDICATOR ADJUSTMENT
(FIG. 10)
1. When the blade is exactly 90° (0°) to
the table, loosen the bevel indicator
screw (1) using a # 2 Phillips screwdriver.
Setting the tool
WARNING: If the saw has not been used
recently, recheck blade squareness to
the fence and readjust if needed.
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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.
ADJUSTING CUTTING DEPTH (FIG. 14)
The maximum depth travel of the cutting
head was set at the factory. Check to see
that the blade does not extend more than
6.4 mm below the table insert, and does
not touch the control arm throat or any part
of the base or table. If the maximum depth
needs readjusting:
1. Loosen the stop knob (1) while
moving the cutting head down until
the blade extends just 6.4 mm below
the table insert.
2.
Adjust the stop knob (1) to touch the stop
plate (2).
3. Recheck the blade depth by moving
the cutting head front to back through
the full motion of a cut along the control
arm. If the blade touches the inside of
the control arm, readjust the setting.
ADJUSTING EXTENSION HEIGHT TO
MAIN TABLE (FIG. 15)
1. Tighten the two lock knobs (1) to lock
the extension table (2).
2. Loosen the two hex screws (3) using a
4 mm hex wrench.
3.
Place a straight edge (4) on the extension
table, across the main table (5).
4. Adjust the extension table until it is flush
with the main table, and then retighten
the two hex screws (3).
5. Repeat for the other side if needed.
THE LASER GUIDE
Your tool is equipped with a laser guide
using a Class IIIa laser guide. The laser
guide allows you to preview the saw blade
path on the workpiece to be cut before
3.
Using a square (3), lay the heel of the
square against the blade and the ruler
against the fence (2) as shown in Fig. 12.
4. Adjust the fence 90° to the blade and
tighten the three fence locking bolts (1).
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.
MITER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 13)
The miter saw scale can be easily read
showing miter angles from 0° to 50° to
the left and the right. The most common
angle cut setting slots have positive stops,
permitting fast adjustments to the desired
position. Follow the process below for
quickest and most accurate adjustments.
1. Unlock the miter table by turning the
miter handle (1) counterclockwise.
2. Move the turntable while lifting up on
the positive stop locking lever (2) to
align the indicator (3) to the desired
degree measurement.
3. If the desired angle is one of the nine
positive stops, release the positive stop
locking lever, making sure the lever
snaps into position, and then secure by
tightening the miter handle.
4. If the miter angle desired is not one of
the nine positive stops, simply lock the
miter table into position by turning the
miter handle in the clockwise direction.
MITER SCALE INDICATOR (FIG. 13)
1. Move the table to the 0° positive stop.
2. Loosen the screw (4) that holds the
indicator (3) with a screwdriver.
3. Adjust the indicator (3) to the 0° mark
and retighten screw.
SETTING CUTTING DEPTH (FIG. 14)
The depth of cut can be preset for even and
repetitive shallow cuts.
1. Adjust the cutting head down (See
CUTTING HEAD section) 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).
WARNING! For your own safety, never
connect the plug to a power source
outlet until all the adjustment steps
are complete and you have read and
understood the safety and operational
instructions.
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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.
TURNING LASER ON (FIG. 16, 17)
1. To turn laser on, turn switch (1) to
“I” position.
2. To turn laser off, turn switch (1) to
“O” position.
NOTE:
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All the adjustments for the operation of
the laser guide has been completed at
the factory.
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Laser beam is calibrated and set up to
project to the left of the blade. (Fig. 17)
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If you have any problem or question on
the laser guide, please call the Service
Center.
AVOID DIRECT EYE CONTACT
(FIG. 17, 18)
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Laser Warning Label:
Max output < 5 mW Wavelength:
630-660nm, Complies with 21 CFR
1040.10 and 1040. 11. (Fig. 18)
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Laser Aperture Label: AVOID
EXPOSURE: Laser radiation is
emitted from this aperture. (Fig. 18)
WARNING! Laser is radiated when laser
guide is turned on. Avoid direct eye
contact. Always unplug the miter saw
from power source before making any
adjustments.
LASER RADIATION-AVOID
DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11
Max.Output <5 mW Wavelength: 630-660 nm
A. Checking Laser Beam Alignment
(Fig. 18)
1. Mark a 90° straight line across the
top side and front side of a board to
serve as a “pattern line” to test laser
alignment. Lay the board on the miter
table.
2. Turn the laser on and align the laser
beam with the pattern line.
3. Lower saw blade to pattern line. If blade
is not flush with the pattern line, adjust
the laser as in procedures B and C.
B. Adjusting the transition position of
the Laser Beam (Fig. 18, 18-1)
1. Remove the laser cover (2) by loosening
the two screws (3).
2. Lossen two securing screws (5) slightly,
hold the laser assembly (4) to move the
laser element (1) toward left or right for
adjusting the transition position of the
laser beam.
3. Once alignment of the laser is achieved,
tighten the securing screws (5) and
replace the laser cover (2) by tightening
the two screws (3).
WARNING!
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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.
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Use of controls or adjustments
or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
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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 a qualified service center.
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Check that the power supply and outlet
used is in accordance with your miter
saw. Have a look at the rating plate of the
motor or the rating on the miter saw. Any
changes should always be carried out by a
qualified electrician.
USING AN EXTENSION LEAD
The use of any extension lead will cause
some loss of power. To keep this to a
minimum and to prevent overheating and
motor burn-out, ask advice from a qualified
electrician to determine the minimum wire
size of the extension lead. If the power
cable is broken, repair service is available
at your nearest service center.
NOTE: We highly recommend that you bolt
this miter saw securely to a work bench to
gain the maximum stability of your machine.
Ensure that the machine is always fixed to
a bench whenever possible.
1. Locate and mark the four bolt holes on
the bench.
2. Drill the bench with an Ø10 mm drill bit.
3. Bolt the miter saw on to the bench with
bolts, washers and nuts. Note that
these fasteners are not supplied with
the machine.
Connecting to the Power Supply
Mounting the tool
WARNING: Avoid contact with the
terminals on the plug when installing
(removing) the plug to (from) the power
supply outlet. Contact will cause a
severe electrical shock.
C. Aligning the Laser Beam
(Fig. 18, 18-2)
1. Remove the laser cover (2) by loosening
the two screws (3).
2. Turn slightly the laser assembly (4)
for adjusting the horizontal angle of
the laser beam. When the laser beam
slopes from left to right, turn the laser
assembly (4) anti-clockwise; when the
laser beam slopes from right to left, turn
the laser assembly (4) clockwise .
3. Once alignment of the laser is achieved,
replace the laser cover (2) by tightening
the two screws (3).
ADJUSTING THE VISE CLAMP (FIG.19)
1. Rotate the handle (1) counterclockwise
to allow enough room for the workpiece
to fit between the hold plate (2) and the
sliding fence unit.
2. The clamp incorporates a quick-release
lock lever (3). To use the quick-release
function, lift up the quick-release lock
lever (3) and slide the clamp forward or
backward to the desired position.
3. When the clamp plate is located at the
desired position, flip the quick-release
lock lever (3) down to engage the
threads thereon with the threads on
the clamp, and rotate the handle (1)
clockwise to secure the workpiece
within the hold plate (2) and the sliding
fence unit.
NOTE: If intend to release the workpiece
from secure status, counterclockwise
the handle first before lifting up the
quick-release lock lever.
THE DUST EXHAUST PORT (FIG. 20)
1. To prevent the metal dust from spraying
out, turn the cover plate (1) to cover
the dust exhaust port (2) when cutting
the metal.
CLEAN THE DUST COLLECTOR (FIG. 4)
1. Release the locking handle (2) of the
dust collector (1).
2. Remove the dust collector (1) from the
exhaust port (3).
3. Pour the saw dust out of the dust
collector (1).
4. Place the dust collector neck opening
around the exhaust port (3) and lock the
locking handle (2).
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Operating the Tool
BASIC MITER SAW OPERATIONS
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It is recommended to use the clamp to
hold the workpiece firmly. Four holes
are provided for the clamp.
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Always position the workpiece against
the fence. Any piece that is bowed or
warped and cannot be held flat on the
table or against fence may trap the
blade and should not be used.
BODY AND HANDS POSITION
(FIG. 21)
Never place hands near cutting area. Keep
hands outside the “No-Hands Zone” which
includes entire table and is labeled by “No
Hands” symbols.
TURNING THE SAW ON (FIG. 22)
Depress the trigger switch (1) to turn on the
miter saw.
NOTE: Make the switch child-proof.
Insert a padlock through the hole in the
trigger switch and lock it. This will prevent
children and other unauthorized users from
engaging the trigger switch ON.
CHOP CUT (FIG. 23)
1. For a chop cutting operations on small
workpieces, slide the cutting head
assembly completely toward the rear of
the unit and tighten the slide carriage
lock knob (1).
2. Position the cutting head to the 0° bevel
position and lock the bevel lock knob.
3. Position the table to the 0° miter angle
and tighten the miter handle.
4. Position the workpiece on the table and
against the fence. Use a hold-down
clamp (2) attached to the base,
whenever possible.
WARNING! Never connect the plug to the
power source outlet until all installations
and adjustments are completed and you
have read and understood the safety and
operational instructions.
WARNING! To avoid injury from materials
being thrown, unplug saw to avoid
accidental starting, and then remove
small materials.
5. Push down slightly on the switch handle
and pull the trigger (3) to turn on the
saw. Lower the blade by pushing
the switch handle (4) down into the
workpiece with slow and even pressure.
6. When the cut is complete, release the
switch and allow the blade to stop before
raising the cutting head assembly.
MITER CUT (FIG. 24)
1. When a miter cut is required, unlock
the miter table by turning the miter
handle (1) counterclockwise.
2. While holding the miter handle, lift up on
the positive stop locking lever (2).
3. Rotate the miter table to the right or left
with the miter handle.
4. When the table is in the desired
position, as shown on the miter scale (3),
release the positive stop locking lever
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°.
IMPORTANT: Always tighten the miter
table lock handle before performing
every cutting operation.
BEVEL CUT (FIG. 25)
1. When a bevel cut is required, loosen
the bevel lock knob (1) by turning it
clockwise.
2. 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.
3. Tighten the bevel lock knob (1) to lock
the cutting head in position. Positive
stops are provided at 0°, 33.9° and 45°.
NOTE: The saw comes with a 33.9°
crown molding stop.
WARNING! Never use the miter saw
to make miter cutting, bevel cutting or
compound cutting on metals.
WARNING! Never use the miter saw to
make miter cut, bevel cut or compound
cut on metals.
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33.9° BEVEL STOP FOR CROWN
MOLDING (FIG. 26)
1. Push the bevel detent stop pin (2) in
toward the front of the machine.
2. Loosen the bevel lock knob (1).
3. Rotate the cutting head until the bevel
detent pin stops the cutting head at 33.9
°
bevel angle.
4. Tighten the bevel lock knob (1) before
making a cut.
COMPOUND CUT (FIG. 27)
A compound cut is the combination of a
miter and a bevel cut simultaneously.
1. Loosen the bevel lock knob (1) and
position the cutting head at the desired
bevel position. Tighten the bevel lock
knob (1).
2. Loosen the miter handle (2). Lift up
the positive stop locking lever (3) and
position the table at the desired angle.
Release the positive stop locking
lever (3) and lock the miter handle (2).
BASE MOLDING CUT (FIG. 28)
1. Base molding can be cut vertical against
fence or flat on the table. Follow the
table below for reference.
WARNING! Never use the miter saw to
make miter cut, bevel cut or compound
cut on metals.
SETTINGS
Vertical Position
(Back of molding is
against the fence)
Horizontal Position
(Back of molding
is flat on the table)
Bevel Angle
0
°
45
°
Molding Position
Left side Right side
Left side
Right
side
Inside
Corner
Miter
Angle
Left at 45
°
Right at 45
°
Molding
position
Bottom
against
table
Bottom
against table
Top
against
fence
Bottom
against
fence
Finished
side
Keep left
side of cut
Keep right
side of cut
Keep left
side of
cut
Keep left
side of
cut
Outside
Corner
Miter
Angle
Right at 45
°
Left at 45
°
0
°
Molding
position
Bottom
against
table
Bottom
against table
Bottom
against
fence
Top
against
fence
Finished
side
Keep left
side of cut
Keep right
side of cut
Keep
right side
of cut
Keep
right side
of cut
L
e
f
t
R
i
g
h
t
L
e
f
t
R
i
g
h
t
0
°
0
°
0
°
CROWN MOLDING CUT (FIG. 29)
1. Crown molding can only be cut flat on
the table for this miter saw.
2. This miter saw has special miter stops
of 31.6° left and right and a bevel stop
of 33.9° for a special crown molding, i.e.
52° between the back of the molding
and the top flat surface that fits against
the ceiling; 38°
between the back of
the molding and the bottom flat surface
that fits against the wall. Refer to the
following table below for this crown
molding cut.
NOTE:
1. These special stops can not be used
with 45° crown molding.
2. Since most rooms do not have angles
of exactly 90°, fine tune is needed and
always take a test cut to confirm the
correct angles.
PULLOVER CUT (FIG. 30)
SETTINGS Left Side Right Side
Inside Corner
Miter Angle
31.6
°
Right 31.6
°
Left
Bevel Angle 33.9
°
33.9
°
Molding
Position
Molding
Position
Top against
fence
Bottom against
fence
Finished Side Keep left
side of cut
Keep left
side of cut
Outside Corner Miter Angle 31.6
°
Left 31.6
°
Right
Bevel Angle 33.9
°
33.9
°
Bottom against
fence
Top against
fence
Finished Side Keep right side
of cut
Keep right side
of cut
WARNING!
●
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 assembly
should be drawn back completely
then pushed forward when sawing.
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1. Unlock the slide carriage lock knob (1)
and allow the cutting head assembly to
move freely.
2. Set both the desired bevel angle and/or
the miter angle and lock into position.
3. Use a hold-down clamp to secure
the workpiece.
4. Grasp and pull the switch handle (2)
forward until the center of the saw blade
is over the front of the workpiece (3).
5. Pull the trigger to turn the saw on.
6.
When the saw reaches full speed,
push the switch handle down, slowly,
cutting through the leading edge of
the workpiece (3).
7. Slowly move the switch handle (2)
toward the fence, completing the cut.
8. Release the trigger and allow the blade
to stop spinning before allowing the
cutting head to raise.
CARRYING THE TOOL
(FIG. 2)
NOTE: When transporting or storing the
miter saw, the slide carriage should always
be locked in position. The slide carriage
lock knob is located on the rear side of the
slide carriage.
1. Lower the cutting head and push in the
lock pin (2).
2. Carry this miter saw with the build-in
carrying handle (3) and switch
handle (1).
NOTE: The blade is not provided with
this miter saw. Please use the right blade
for cutting.
Removing the Blade (Fig. 31, 32, 33, 34)
1. Unplug the saw from the outlet.
2. Allow the miter saw to rise to the
upright position.
3. Loosen the cover plate screw (2) with
a Phillips screwdriver. (Fig. 31)
4. Raise the lower blade guard (1) to the
up position.
4. Rotate the cover plate (3) to expose the
arbor bolt (4). (Fig. 32)
5. Place the blade wrench on the arbor
bolt (4).
6. The arbor lock (5) is located on the
motor, below the miter saw switch
handle. (Fig. 33)
7. Press the arbor lock (5), holding it in
firmly while turning the blade wrench.
The arbor lock (5) will engage while
turning the blade wrench. Continue
to hold the arbor lock (5) to keep it
engaged, turning the blade wrench
clockwise to loosen the arbor
bolt (4 - Fig. 32). (Fig. 33)
8. Remove the arbor bolt (4), the arbor
collar (6), the blade (7) and the
reducer
(8). Do not remove the inner
arbor collar. (Fig. 34)
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. Also, the 255 mm blade
has a 25.4 mm arbor hole with a 16 mm
reducer (8) to mount onto the saw.
Changing Blades
WARNING: Do not use a blade larger
than 255 mm 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.
●
Let the blade reach full speed before
cutting. This will help reduce the risk
of a thrown workpiece.
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Maintenance
Occasionally use a cloth to wipe off chips
and dust from the machine. And oil the
rotary parts once a month to extend the tool
life. Do not oil the motor.
Check the motor brushes after the first
50 hours of use for a new machine or after
a new set of brushes have been installed.
After the first check, examine them every
10 hours of use.
When the carbon is worn to 6 mm in length
or if the spring or shunt wire is burned
or damaged, replace both brushes. If
the brushes are found serviceable after
removing, reinstall them.
General Maintenance
Brush Inspection
WARNING: For your own safety, turn the
switch off and remove the plug from the
power source outlet before maintaining
or lubricating your miter saw.
Installing the Blade (Fig. 31, 32, 33, 34)
Unplug the miter saw before changing/
installing the blade.
1. Install a 255 mm blade with a 25.4
mm arbor hole with a 16 mm reducer,
making sure the rotation arrow on the
blade matches the clockwise rotation
arrow on the upper guard, and the blade
teeth are pointing downward.
2. Place the reducer (8), the blade (7) and
the arbor collar (6) in turn on the arbor.
Thread the arbor bolt (4) onto the arbor
in a counterclockwise direction. (Fig. 34)
IMPORTANT: Make sure the flats of the
blade collars are engaged with the flats
on the arbor.
3. Place the blade wrench on the arbor
bolt (4). (Fig. 34)
4. Press the arbor lock (5), holding
it in firmly while turning the blade
counterclockwise. When arbor lock (5)
engages, continue to press it in while
tightening the arbor bolt securely.
(Fig. 33)
5. Lower the blade guard (1) and rotate
the cover plate (3) back to its original
position until the slot in the cover plate
engages with the cover plate screw (2).
6. Tighten the screw (2) with a Phillips
screwdriver. (Fig. 31)
7.
Verify that the operation of the blade
guard (1) does not bind or stick. (Fig. 31)
8. Be sure the arbor lock (5) is released so
the blade turns freely. (Fig. 33)
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 lower table and check for any
contact with the base or the miter
table by spinning the blade manually.
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23
26
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11
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Fig. 17
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1
2
3
Left Side View Right Side View
Laser
Warning
Label
1
4
4
1
Laser
Aperture
Label
2
3
3
5
5
Fig. 18-1
Fig. 18-2
Laser Beam
Cutting
Line
anti-clockwise
clockwise
Laser Beam
Cutting Line
Move
toward left
Move
toward right
Cutting
Line
Blade
Laser
Beam
Cutting
Line
Workpiece
Laser Beam
16
Fig. 26
Fig. 27
Fig. 28
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
Fig. 25
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Workpiece
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1
3
2
1
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