Wen MM1011 Instruction Manual

Wen MM1011 Instruction Manual

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MODEL MM1011
10" SINGLE-BEVEL SLIDING
COMPOUND MITER SAW
Instruction Manual
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ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use
your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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  • Page 1 TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WELCOME Introduction ..................... 3 Specifications ....................3 SAFETY General Safety Rules ..................4 Specific Rules for Your Miter Saw ..............6 Electrical Information ..................8 BEFORE OPERATING Unpacking & Transportation ................9 Know Your Miter Saw ..................10 Assembly & Adjustments ................12 OPERATION &...
  • Page 3: Welcome

    INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN miter saw. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool.
  • Page 4: Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 6: Specific Rules For Your Miter Saw

    SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR MITER SAW WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. SAW BLADE SAFETY 3. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close 1.
  • Page 7 SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR MITER SAW SECURE YOUR WORKPIECE 9. Never cut more than one piece at a time. Do not stack workpieces together. Do not attempt to cut material 1. Never hand-hold a workpiece that is too small to be thicker than specified on page 2 of this manual.
  • Page 8: Electrical Information

    ELECTRICAL INFORMATION DOUBLE-INSULATED TOOLS The tool’s electrical system is double-insulated where two systems of insulation are provided. This eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. Double-insulated tools do not need to be grounded, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation.
  • Page 9: Before Operating

    UNPACKING & TRANSPORTATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, carefully remove the miter saw from the packaging. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories.
  • Page 10: Know Your Miter Saw

    KNOW YOUR MITER SAW TOOL PURPOSE Miter saws allow you to easily make cuts at a variety of angles. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiar- ized with all the parts and controls of your miter saw. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions.
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR MITER SAW O. Power Trigger S. Miter Stop Lever W. Depth Stop Knob P. Laser T. Mounting Hole X. Carbon Brush Cap Q. Miter Table U. Bevel Scale Y. Spindle Lock R. Kerf Board V. Slide Lock Knob...
  • Page 12: Assembly & Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. GUARD OPERATION Fig.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE MITER ANGLE Fig. 2 The miter table can be adjusted from 0° to 45° to both left and right to create miter cuts. 1. Loosen the miter lock knob (Fig. 2 - 6) by turning it one or two turns counterclockwise.
  • Page 14 (Fig. 4 - arrows). Mount and fix the saw to a level, horizontal bench, worktable, or miter saw stand (compat- ible with WEN Models MSA330 and MSA750) using four bolts and nuts (not included). If desired, you can mount the saw to a piece of 1/2 inch or thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work bench or moved to other jobsites and reclamped.
  • Page 15 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS 4. Slightly loosen the two fence adjusting bolts on the back Fig. 6 of the fence (Fig. 7 - arrows) with the included hex wrench. Adjust the fence position until it is 90° with the blade. Tighten the four bolts to secure the fence. 5.
  • Page 16 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS SETTING THE BEVEL SCALE INDICATOR Fig. 9 1. Before setting the bevel scale indicator, the table must be perpendicular to the saw blade. See section titled, "Squar- ing the Table with the Blade" on page 15. 2. Loosen the screw (p. 15, Fig. 8 - 2) holding the bevel scale indicator.
  • Page 17 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE SAW BLADE Fig. 11 DANGER! Never try to use a blade larger than the stated capacity of the saw. Do not use a blade thicker than 1.9mm. It will prevent the blade screw from properly securing the blade on the spindle.
  • Page 18: Operation & Maintenance

    OPERATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. WARNING! Before operating the miter saw, make sure to equip yourself with a dust mask, ear protection, and safety glasses for protection from possible injuries.
  • Page 19 OPERATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. WARNING! Before operating the miter saw, make sure to equip yourself with a dust mask, ear protection, and safety glasses for protection from possible injuries.
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    WARNING! Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this tool may be hazardous. Servicing of the tool must be performed by a qualified technician. When servicing, use only identical WEN replacement parts. Use of other parts may be hazardous or induce product failure.
  • Page 21 Check for: CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT • Loose hardware, Replacement carbon brushes (Part No. MM1011- • Misalignment or binding of moving parts, 007) can be ordered at wenproducts.com. Only gen- • Damaged cord/electrical wiring, uine WEN replacement brushes designed specifically •...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 23 4. Inspect and replace carbon brushes as needed (see page 24). Replacement carbon brushes 4. Worn carbon brushes. (Part No. MM1011-007) can be ordered from wenproducts.com. 5. Defective motor or other 5. Stop using the tool and call 1-800-232-1195 internal problem.
  • Page 24: Exploded View & Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST...
  • Page 25 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. Self-Tapping Screw, Upper & Lower MM1011-001 MM1011-032 ST4x16 Handle MM1011-002 Motor End Cap MM1011-033 Power Cord MM1011-003 Screw, M4x12 Power Cord Strain MM1011-034 Relief MM1011-004 Screw, M5x25...
  • Page 26 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. MM1011-062 O-Ring, Ø23.6x2.65 MM1011-086 Miter Stop Lever Rail Stop Cover, MM1011-087 Screw MM1011-063 Front MM1011-088 Miter Lock Rod MM1011-064 Screw, M6x10 MM1011-089 Miter Indicator Wrench Storage MM1011-090...
  • Page 27 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. Toothed Clamping MM1011-129 Screw, M6x18 MM1011-109 Ring, 5mm MM1011-130 Screw, M8x25 MM1011-110 Movable Cover Plate MM1011-131 Fence MM1011-111 Rivet, Ø3x6 MM1011-132 Washer, 8mm MM1011-112 Guard Linkage Arm 1...
  • Page 28: Warranty Statement

    (2) years from date of purchase or 500 hours of use; whichever comes first. Ninety days for all WEN products if the tool is used for pro- fessional or commercial use.

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