Operation - Craftsman 21239 - 12 in. Sliding Compound Miter Saw Operator's Manual

SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS FOR BASIC SAW
OPERATION
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
l,,_ WARNING]
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious,
permanent injury, do not piug the tool in until
the foiiowing steps are completed:
q, Completely assemble and adjust the saw,
following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS)
q, Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF
trigger switch, on/off switch for laser, upper
and lower blade guards, stop latch, bevel lock
handle, and cover plate screw.
• Review and understand all safety instructions
and operating procedures in this Operator's
Manual. (SAFETY & OPERATIONS)
• Review the MAINTENANCE and
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter
saw.
• To avoid injury or possible death from
electrical 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 at the front of the saw.
• Tighten the arbor bolt.
• Tighten the cover plate screw.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for:
• Alignment of moving parts
• 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 close. 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 bent, 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. Do not put
lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.
• Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before
turning it on.
• To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown
pieces, use only recommended accessories.
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 12 in. 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 all the way
down. Manually spin the blade and check for
clearance. Tilt the power-head to a 45 ° bevel
and repeat the test.
• Make sure the blade and arbor collars are
clean.
• Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and
there is no excessive play in any parts.
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
l,_ WARNING]
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never
use the miter saw near flammable liquids,
vapors, or gases.
• Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face
and ears.
• Know your miter saw. Read and understand
the Operator's Manual and labels affixed to
the tool. Learn its application and limitations
as well as the specific potential hazards
peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury from
accidental contact with moving parts, do not
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 a power outlet.