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MasterCraft 55-6896-2 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
SLIDING COMPOUND MITRE SAW
55-6896-2
IMPORTANT:
Read through this Owner's Manual carefully before using this tool. Pay
close attention to all Safety Instructions, Warnings, and Caution sections. Use
this tool properly, and only for its intended use.
Safety symbols in this Manual are used to call attention to possible dangers.
The safety symbols and their explanations require the operator's full under-
standing. The safety warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger, and
they are not a substitute for proper accident-prevention measures.
This Safety Alert Symbol indicates caution, warning, or danger. Failure to
obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to the operator or to others.
To reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock, always follow the safety
precautions.

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL SLIDING COMPOUND MITRE SAW 55-6896-2 IMPORTANT: Read through this Owner’s Manual carefully before using this tool. Pay close attention to all Safety Instructions, Warnings, and Caution sections. Use this tool properly, and only for its intended use. Safety symbols in this Manual are used to call attention to possible dangers.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance…………..………………………………………....Page 23 Troubleshooting…………..……………………………………...Page 24 Repair Parts…………..……………………………………....Page 25 Exploded View & Part List…………..……………………....Page 26 Warranty…………..……………………………………………..Page 32 SPECIFICATIONS Mitre Saw Specifications: Model: 55-6896-2 Motor: 120 V 60 Hz 15 A, Speed: 5500 RPM, no load Blade: 10˝ (25.4 cm) (40-tooth) carbide-tipped Laser:...

  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    MADE IN CHINA/FABRIQUÉ EN CHINE N’utilisez pas la scie sans que le protège-lame soit en place. N’effectuez aucun IMPORTED BY/IMPORTÉ PAR MASTERCRAFT CANADA, TORONTO CAN travail à main levée. Ne passez pas la main devant la lame. Éteignez la scie et IMPORTANT attendez que la lame arrête de tourner avant de déplacer la pièce ou d’effectuer...
  • Page 4 • Do not use on materials that have shiny, reflective surfaces, such as sheet steel. The reflective surface could reflect the beam back at the operator. Be aware that laser light reflected off of a mirror or any other reflective surface can also be dangerous.
  • Page 5 doubt, use the next heavier gauge: the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewellery that may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear a protective hair covering to contain long hair Wear a facemask or a dust mask.
  • Page 6 WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health. Always operate the saw in a well-ventilated area, and provide for proper dust removal. ELECTRICAL SAFETY Grounding instruction: In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current that reduces the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 7 Total length of the extension cord Amperage rating of the 25’ 50’ 100’ 150’ tool (120 V circuit only) (7.6 m) (15.2 m) (30.4 m) (45.7 m) Not more Minimum Gauge for the extension cord More than than (AWG) Not recommended WARNING: Ensure that the power-supply outlet in question is properly grounded.

  • Page 8: Glossary Of Woodworking Terms

    Be sure both the blade and the flange are clean, and the blade screw is tightened securely. Use only blade flanges specified for this saw. Never use blades that are larger or smaller in diameter than 10” (25.4 cm). Never apply lubricants to the blade while it is running. Always check the blade for cracks or damage before operation.
  • Page 9 • Spindle Lock: Allows the user to stop the blade from rotating while tightening or loosening the blade screw during blade replacement or removal. • Bevel Cut: A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90° to the mitre table. •...

  • Page 10: Description

    • Throat Plate: A plate inserted in the Mitre Saw’s table that allows for blade clearance. • Through Sawing: Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the workpiece. • Workpiece or Material: The item on which the cutting operation is being done.

  • Page 11: Assembly

    Dust Bag Adaptor ASSEMBLY INSTALLING A DUST BAG (see Fig. 2) Make sure the dust-collector bag is Fig. 2 upright (reference the Mastercraft Dust-extrac- logo on the bag), and slide the tion port Dust bag collar of the dust-collector bag over the dust-extraction port until it is attached securely.

  • Page 12: Removing/Installing Blade

    order to lock the saw head for transporting and storage. REMOVING THE BLADE (see Fig. 4) WARNING: To reduce the risk of Fig. 4 Inner flange injury, always unplug the tool before Outer flange removing or installing a blade. 1. Unplug the tool. 2.

  • Page 13: Adjustments

    securely tighten the screw by turning it clockwise. Remove the wrench, and store it in a safe place. 7. Make sure the spindle-lock button is released so that the blade will rotate freely. 8. Lower the saw head, and check the clearance between the blade and the mitre table.

  • Page 14: Operation

    the “0” mark on the mitre scale Fig. 7 bevel angle (see Fig. 6). indicator 3. Tighten the mitre-angle indicator screw. Adjusting the bevel 1. When a bevel cut is required, loosen the bevel lock (Fig. 1, #22) by turning it counter-clockwise. 2.
  • Page 15 the Mitre Saw, and use the fasteners to secure the saw to the table or bench. Selecting the Desired Angle Follow the steps described in “Adjusting the mitre” and “Adjusting the bevel” WARNING: The throat plate (see Fig. 1, #12) is factory-cut only for a 0º bevel cut;...
  • Page 16 Aligning the blade WARNING: Do not look into the laser line. • Do not aim the laser line at people or animals. • Do not use the laser line on highly reflective materials. Doing so creates a danger from reflected laser light. •...
  • Page 17 2. Push the safety lock-off button while squeezing the ON/OFF trigger switch to turn the tool ON. (See Fig. 10.) 3. Wait until the blade reaches full speed. WARNING: Always keep hands and fingers away from the cutting area. Any part of the body coming into contact with a moving blade will result in serious injury.
  • Page 18 7. Pull out the locking pin in order to release the saw arm. 8. Place the workpiece flat on the mitre table, with one edge securely against the fence. If the board is warped, place the convex side against the fence. If the concave edge of the board is against the fence, the board could collapse on the blade at the end of the cut, and jam the blade (Fig.
  • Page 19 an angle to the workpiece. Fig. 12 A straight bevel cut is made with the mitre table set at the 0° position and the saw arm set at a bevel angle between 0° and 45°. Bevel Cutting with the Mitre Saw 1.
  • Page 20 WARNING: In order to avoid serious personal injury, always keep hands outside the “No-Hands Zone”, as marked on the saw table, or at least 3” (7.6 cm) away from the blade. Also, never perform any cutting operation “freehand” (i.e.: without holding the workpiece against the fence), because the blade could grab the workpiece, causing it to slip and twist.
  • Page 21 the workpiece. 6. Push (but do not force) the head assembly toward the fence all the way to the rear position in order to complete the cut. 7. Wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before returning the head assembly to the raised position and/ or removing the workpiece.
  • Page 22 6. When the desired mitre-table setting is achieved, tighten the mitre-lock. WARNING: In order to avoid serious personal injury, always tighten the mitre-lock lever securely before making a cut. Failure to do so could result in movement of the control arm or mitre table while making a cut. 7.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    CUTTING WARPED MATERIAL (Fig. 14 and 15) WARNING: In order to avoid kickback and serious personal injury, never position the concave side of bowed or warped material against the fence. When cutting warped material, be certain that the material to be cut is positioned on the mitre table with the convex side against the fence, as shown (Fig.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE ACTION Electric hand brake has Have the saw repaired by a failed qualified service technician. Brake does Motor brake overheated not stop from use of defective or blade within Use a recommended blade. wrong sized blade or rapid 6 seconds.

  • Page 25: Repair Parts

    Saw blade damaged Replace blade. Saw blade loose Tighten blade screw. Saw vibrates Saw not properly fastened Fasten saw to stand, bench, or shakes. down or table. Workpiece not properly Properly support or clamp supported workpiece. Light in work area is too Move the Mitre Saw to a Laser line bright...

  • Page 26: Exploded View

    Exploded View...
  • Page 27 Parts List Description Quantity Screw Motor cover Screw Brush Brush spring Brush hold Screw Spring washer Washer Motor housing Rubber boot Wave washer Bearing Armature Stator Washer Spring washer Screw Fan baffle Bearing Gear lock pin spring Gear lock pin Gear lock pin cap Screw Anti-finger touch plate...
  • Page 28 Description Quantity Laser switch cap Transformer Trigger Cord protector Cable plug Upper handle Washer Spring washer Screw Carry handle Screw Binding post Switch Spring Switch lock button Fixed guard Needle bearing C clip Gear Gear washer Spindle Bearing Screw Gear case cover Spring washer Screw Blade flange inner...
  • Page 29 Description Quantity Moving guard plate Plate guarding(small) Plate guarding(big) Spring washer Screw Shoulder Screw Linkage Shoulder Screw Steel wire baffle ring Pivot shaft Bracket Rubber pole Hex grub screw Lock pin Lock pin spring Lock pin cap Rolled pin Head sunk screw Screw Laser carrier Washer...
  • Page 30 Description Quantity Bearing cover Linear bearing Spring loop Knob Bevel lock handle Washer Locknut Washer Linear bearing Spring washer Screw Hex grub screw Socket head screw Bevel pointer Washer Spring washer Screw Stud Stud Orientation board Wave washer Shoulder screw Bevel scale Socket head screw Socket head screw...
  • Page 31 Description Quantity Spring washer Washer Miter pointer Turntable bolt Turntable bolt cover Spring washer Screw Detent plate Knob Blade spanner Knob Lock boot Rolled pin Lock bolt Support bar Lock handle Screw Lock handle cap Base Rubber foot Mitre scale Spring washer Screw Orientation case...

  • Page 32: Warranty

    MASTERCRAFT LIMITED WARRANTY 3-Year Limited Warranty This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials, except for the following components: a) Component A: Batteries, chargers and carrying case, which are guaranteed for a period of 2 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials;...
  • Page 33 g) this warranty will not apply to any product or part thereof if any part from another manufacturer is installed therein or any repairs or alterations have been made or attempted by unauthorized persons; h) this warranty will not apply to normal deterioration of the exterior finish, such as, but not limited to, scratches, dents, paint chips, or to any corrosion or discolouring by heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners;...

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