Plunge router with 5-piece router bit set (30 pages)
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055-6705-8 model no. 055-6705-8 CHOP SAW IMPORTANT: INSTRUCTION Please read this manual carefully before MANUAL using this chop saw and save it for reference.
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055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications Safety guidelines 5–13 Key parts diagram Operating instructions 15–24 Maintenance 25–26 Exploded view Parts list 28–29 Warranty 30–31 250100 NOTE: If any parts are missing or damaged, or if you have any questions, please call our toll-free helpline at 1-800-689-9928.
055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 GENERAL SAFETy WARNINGS SPECIFICATIONS Motor 120V AC, 60 Hz WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual Amperage and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. The important precautions,...
055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause WARNING: you to lose control. Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and...
055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the Off-position before Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow people unfamiliar connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
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055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 Do not cut material too small to be securely held in the vise. WARNING: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with CSA Z94.3 or ANSI Z87.1 Always keep your hands out of the path of the cut-off disc. Avoid awkward hand positions could cause serious injury when they break.
055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 ExTENSION CORD SAFETy Volts No load speed Amperes Make sure any extension cord used with this tool is in good condition. When using an Alternating or direct current...
055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 SELECTING THE WORk SURFACE It is important to place the chop saw on a solid, flat work surface that will not shift during operation of the chop saw. Locating the chop saw near an electrical outlet will eliminate the need for an extension cord.
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055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 CHECkING THE AUTOMATIC GUARD Lift swing arm fully upward as far as it will go. The automatic guard must be checked to Lift the disc guard (1) fully upward until ensure it is working properly.
055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 OPERATING THE VISE qUICk- Loosen the mitre gauge cap screws (2) by turning them counter-clockwise RELEASE using the 8 mm hex key (3) supplied. The vise has a quick-release feature that...
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055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 Once the chop-saw starts, release the Use a clean, dry brush or cloth to lock-off button while continuing to carefully remove all cuttings from the squeeze the trigger switch. The motor arbor and the motor housing.
055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 LOCkING THE SWING ARM FOR CUTTING METAL CARRyING Lift the swing arm fully upward as far as it will go. To safely carry the chop saw, it is important to lock the swing arm and carry the tool with Adjust the mitre gauge as required.
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055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 While holding the chop saw handle REPLACING CARBON MOTOR firmly in your right hand, turn the motor BRUSHES switch On. The carbon motor brushes will wear down Wait for motor to get up to full speed.
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055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 GENERAL DO NOT use solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use a clean cloth to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease etc.
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055-6705-8 contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6705-8 contact us 1.800.689.9928 Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number. Part # Part Name Part # Part Name J1G355C-037 Plain washer 10 J1G355C-063 Bearing 80201(6201) Part # Part Name...
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This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of original retail h) this warranty will not apply to normal deterioration of the exterior finish, such as, but not...
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