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MasterCraft Maximumu 055-6701-6 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2 SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY GUIDELINES 5–14 KEY PARTS DIAGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 16–25 MAINTENANCE 25–27 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST 29–30 WARRANTY 31–32 E176989 JD1903U 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.

  • Page 3: Specifications

    model no. 055-6701-6 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 and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. The Amperage important precautions, safeguards and instructions in this manual are not Speed 3800 RPM (no load) meant to cover all possible situations.

  • Page 4: Electrical Safety

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 WORK AREA SAFETY WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the abnormalities.

  • Page 5: Personal Safety

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 PERSONAL SAFETY POWER TOOL USE AND CARE Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your job. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the operating a power tool.

  • Page 6: Specific Safety Rules

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 Use this chop saw for cutting steel only. Cutting ceramic materials will SERVICE create excessive dust and cause damage to the motor. Have your power tool servised by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.

  • Page 7: Extension Cord Safety

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 Never turn the chop saw On with the cut-off disc touching the work EXTENSION CORD SAFETY surface. WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Use only cut-off discs in compliance with ANSI Standard B7.1 and rated for Position the cord so it will not get caught on the workpiece, tools or any a speed greater than 3800 RPM.
  • Page 8 model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the chop saw. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. Volts No load speed Amperes...

  • Page 9: Carrying The Chop Saw

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 SETTING THE DEPTH STOP CARRYING THE CHOP SAW The maximum cut depth is controlled by When carrying the chop saw from one adjusting the depth stop. location to another, always lower the swing arm (1) to its lowest position and Lift the swing arm (1) upward as far as loop the lowest safety chain link (2) over it will go.

  • Page 10: Checking The Automatic Guard

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 CHECKING THE AUTOMATIC GUARD 4. When the arbor lock engages the arbor, tighten the arbor cap screw (3) The automatic guard must be checked to by turning it clockwise using the 17 ensure it is working properly. mm wrench supplied.

  • Page 11: On/Off Switch

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 CUTTING 5"-7" (12.7-17.8 cm) WIDE While holding the quick-release nut upward in the released position, pull WORKPIECES the vise adjustment handle toward you to quickly open the vise. The vise is set up at the factory for cutting workpieces up to 5 "...
  • Page 12 model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 Lift the swing arm fully upward. Carefully rotate the cut-off disc by hand to make sure it is firmly tightened, that it is not damaged and Lift the guard (1) fully upward until it exposes the arbor cap screw (2).

  • Page 13: Cutting Metal

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 When the cut-off disc has completely CUTTING METAL cut through the workpiece, release the trigger switch immediately. Wait Lift the swing arm fully upward as far for the motor to come to a complete as it will go.

  • Page 14: General Maintenance

    model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 While holding the brush retainer Keep the air vents cleared of any built- spring off the carbon brush, pull the up dust to prevent the motor from carbon brush out of the brush holder overheating.
  • Page 15 model no. 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 Part # Description Part # Description 1280040002 Base 2040320001 Screw 4050010046 Hex screw 4040010036 Flat washer M8X16 4040030004 Spring 4060090001 Hex lock washer nut M5 2030280012 Spark 4020010024 Screw damper M5X20 4050010038 Hex screw 4040030003 Spring M8X170...
  • Page 16 055-6701-6 contact us 1-800-689-9928 5-Year Limited Warranty Part # Description Part # Description This Mastercraft Maximum product is guaranteed for a period 2020240005 Gear 2030020017 Flat washer of 5 years from the date of original retail purchase against housing...
  • Page 17 Made in China Imported by Mastercraft Canda Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8 Rev 1.7 11/06/2014...

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