Clamping The Workpiece - Craftsman CMCS714M1 Instruction Manual

When smoothest cuts are desired for molding and other
precision work, a sharp (60 tooth carbide tip) blade and a
slower, even cutting rate will produce the desired results.
Ensure that the material does not move or creep while
cutting; clamp it securely in place. Always let the blade
come to a full stop before raising arm.
If small fibers of wood still split out at the rear of the
workpiece, stick a piece of masking tape on the wood where
the cut will be made. Saw through the tape and carefully
remove tape when finished.
For varied cutting applications, refer to the list of
recommended saw blades for your saw and select the
one that best fits your needs. Refer to Saw Blades under
Optional Accessories.
Body and Hand Position (Fig. N1–N4)
Proper positioning of your body and hands when operating
the miter saw will make cutting easier, more accurate and
safer. Never place hands near cutting area. Place hands no
closer than 4" (100 mm) from the blade. Hold the workpiece
tightly to the table and the fence when cutting. Keep hands
in position until the trigger has been released and the
blade has completely stopped. ALWAYS MAKE DRY RUNS
(UNPOWERED) BEFORE FINISH CUTS SO THAT YOU CAN
CHECK THE PATH OF THE BLADE. DO NOT CROSS HANDS, AS
SHOWN IN Figures N3 and N4.
Keep both feet firmly on the floor and maintain proper
balance. As you move the miter arm left and right, follow
it and stand slightly to the side of the saw blade. Sight
through the guard louvers when following a pencil line.
Fig. N1
Fig. N3

Clamping the Workpiece


WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and remove the battery pack
before transporting, making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.

WARNING: A workpiece that is clamped, balanced
and secure before a cut may become unbalanced
after a cut is completed. An unbalanced load may tip
Fig. N2
Fig. N4
the saw or anything the saw is attached to, such as
a table or workbench. When making a cut that may
become unbalanced, properly support the workpiece
and ensure the saw is firmly bolted to a stable surface.
Personal injury may occur.

WARNING: The clamp foot must remain clamped
above the base of the saw whenever the clamp is
used. Always clamp the workpiece to the base of the
saw – not to any other part of the work area. Ensure
the clamp foot is not clamped on the edge of the base
of the saw.

WARNING: Always use a work clamp to maintain
control and reduce the risk of workpiece damage and
personal injury, if your hands are required to be within
4" (100 mm) of the blade during the cut.
If you cannot secure the workpiece on the table and against
the fence by hand (irregular shape, etc.), or your hand
would be less than 4" (100 mm) from the blade, a clamp or
other fixture must be used.
Use the material clamp provided with your saw. To purchase
a material clamp, contact your local retailer or service center.
Other aids such as spring clamps, bar clamps or C-clamps
may be appropriate for certain sizes and shapes of material.
Use care in selecting and placing these clamps. Take time to
make a dry run before making the cut.
To Install Clamp (Fig. A, O)
1. Insert the clamp 43 into the clamp mounting hole
behind the fence. The clamp should be facing toward
the back of the miter saw. The groove on the clamp rod
should be fully inserted into the base. Ensure this groove
is fully inserted into the base of the miter saw. If the
groove is visible, the clamp will not be secure.
Fig. O
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2. Rotate the clamp 180º toward the front of the miter saw.
3. Loosen the knob to adjust the clamp up or down, then
use the fine adjust knob and tighten the fence screw
to firmly clamp the workpiece.
nOTE: Place the clamp on the opposite side of the base
when beveling. ALWAYS MAKE DRY RUNS (UNPOWERED)
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