Troubleshooting - Craftsman 137.21229 Operator's Manual

SAFETY mNSTRUCTmONS FOR BASmC SAW
OPERATmON
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
IAWARNING n
To avoid mistakes thatcould cause serious,
permanent injury, do not plug the toolin until the
following steps are completed:
, Completely assemble and adjust the sew,
following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS)
, Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards,
stop latch, bevel lock handle, end cover plate
screws.
, Review and understand all safety instructions
and operating procedures in this Operator's
Manual (SAFETY & OPERATIONS)
, Reviewthe MAINTENANCE and
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.
, To avoid injury or possible death from etectricaJ
shock:
Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's
metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your
miter saw. (ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND
SAFETY)
BEFORE EACH USE INSPECT YOUR SAW.
Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from
accidental starting, unplug the saw before any
adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.
, Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the
guard to the direction arrow on the blade. The
blade teeth should always point downward st the
front of the saw.
, Tighten the arbor bolt.
, Tighten the cover plate screw.
, Check for damaged parts. Check for:
Alignment of moving psAs
Damaged electric cords
Binding of moving parts
, Mounting holes
, Function of arm return spring and lower
guard:
Push the cutting arm all the way down, then
let it rise until it stops. The lower guard
should fully ctose. Follow instructions in
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment if
necessary.
, Other conditions that may affect the way the
miter saw works.
Keep all guards in place, in working order and
proper adjustment. If any part of this miter saw
is missing, bent damaged or broken in any way,
or any electrical parts don't work, turn the saw
off and unplug it. Replace damaged, missing, or
defective parts before using the saw again.
, Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw
clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating. Don't put lubricants
on the blade while it's spinning.
Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before
turning it on.
, To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown
pieces:
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS
section of this Operators Manual for
recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that come with the accessory. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to persons.
, Choose the correct 10 inch diameter blade for the
material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
Do not use thin kerf blades.
, Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged
and
properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push
the cutting arm sH the way down. Manually spin
the blade and check for clearance. Tilt the power-
head to s 45 ° bevel and repeat the test.
Make sure the btede and arbor collars are clean.
Make sure all clamps and !ocks ere tight and
there is no excessive play in any parts.
KEEPYOUR WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
[J& WARNING 1
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the
miter saw near fmsmmsble Hquids, vapors, or gases.
Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face end
esrs.
, Know your miter saw.
Read and understand the Operator's Manual and
labels affixed to the tool Learn its application
and limitations as wen as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury from
eccidentsJ contact with moving parts, don't do
layout, assembly, or setup work on the miter saw
while any parts are moving.
, Avoid accidental starting
Make sure the trigger switch is disengaged
before plugging the miter saw into e power outtet.
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