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MasterCraft 055-9035-4 Instruction Manual

MasterCraft 055-9035-4 Instruction Manual

Cordless single-bevel sliding compound mitre saw

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model no. 055-9035-4
IMPORTANT:
Please read this manual carefully before using this mitre saw and
save it for reference.
CORDLESS
SINGLE-BEVEL SLIDING
COMPOUND MITRE SAW
®
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

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  • Page 1 ® model no. 055-9035-4 CORDLESS SINGLE-BEVEL SLIDING COMPOUND MITRE SAW INSTRUCTION IMPORTANT: MANUAL Please read this manual carefully before using this mitre saw and save it for reference.
  • Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY GUIDELINES KEY PARTS DIAGRAM ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST WARRANTY 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 * Maximum battery voltage without workload; with workload nominal voltage is 18V. refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. * For optimal performance, we recommend that you use the Mastercraft 4.0Ah battery (054-7557-6).
  • Page 4 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
  • Page 5 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. If supporting the workpiece by by the spinning blade. hand, you must always keep your hand at least 4” (10 cm) from either side of the saw •...
  • Page 6 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in working order. cause the carbide tips to fly off the blade at high speeds causing serious injury. • DO NOT USE ABRASIVE WHEELS OR BLADES. The excessive heat and abrasive particles generated •...
  • Page 7 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON BATTERY AND CHARGER • ALWAYS check the tool for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine whether it will operate properly and perform •...
  • Page 8 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 GLOSSARY OF WOODWORKING TERMS WARNING ICONS • Spindle: The revolving shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted. Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
  • Page 9 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 Description Description Description Description Switch handle Spindle lock Mitre stop locking lever Bevel lock knob Trigger switch with lock-off lever Blade Positive mitre stop Bevel scale...
  • Page 10 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 INTENDED USE To install extension tables: • Remove the screws (1) from the base. This mitre saw is designed for wood cutting applications. DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of •...
  • Page 11 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 Installing blade (Fig. 5 to 8) blade guard, tighten the screw with a cross-head screwdriver. SAW BLADES: ONLY USE 7 1/4” (184 mm) SAW BLADES Saw blade • Verify that the operation of the guard does not bind or Out flange WITH 5/8”...
  • Page 12 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 MITRE SCALE (Fig. 10) • After fence has been aligned, make a cut at 90° using a scrap piece of wood and check squareness on the The sliding compound mitre saw scale can be easily read, piece.
  • Page 13 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 UNLOCKING AND LOCKING THE CUTTING • Repeat steps until the blade is at 45° to the mitre table. HEAD (Fig. 16) • Tighten bevel lock knob and locknut when alignment is achieved. GUARD ACTUATION AND CHECKING To unlock: Press and lightly hold down the cutting head.
  • Page 14 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 TRIGGER SWITCH (Fig. 18) knob (1) by turning it clockwise. • Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle, as shown on the bevel scale (2). To turn the saw on, push the lock-off lever (1) to the left, then depress the trigger switch.
  • Page 15 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 head assembly to move freely. desired cut on the workpiece and put the workpiece on the table and aim the inside tip of the blade at the • Set both the desired bevel angle and/or the mitre angle and lock into position.
  • Page 16 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 CUTTING CROWN MOULDING (Fig.28, 29) Bevel/Mitre Settings (when the angle between the walls equals 90°) Your compound mitre saw is suited for the difficult task of BEVEL SETTING MITRE SETTING TYPE OF CUT cutting crown moulding.
  • Page 17 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 CROWN MOULDING CHART 52/38° CROWN MOULDING 45/45° CROWN MOULDING To aid in the correct setting, the compound angle setting chart below has been Angle Between Mitre Setting Bevel Setting Mitre Setting Bevel Setting provided.
  • Page 18 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 52/38° CROWN MOULDING 45/45° CROWN MOULDING Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various Angle Between types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean clothes to remove dirt, dust, oil,...
  • Page 19 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 FOR LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK STORAGE LONGER THAN 30 DAYS: SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE • Store the lithium-ion battery pack where the temperature is below 26°C (79°F) and free of moisture. ACTION •...
  • Page 20 ® When servicing the Mastercraft ® Cordless Single-bevel Sliding Compound Mitre Saw, use only Mastercraft ® replacement parts. The use of any other parts may cause damage to the product. All servicing of the mitre saw should be performed by a qualified service technician. For more information, call the toll-free helpline at 1-800-689-9928.
  • Page 21 055-9035-4 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 Description Qty. Description Qty. Description Qty. Description Qty. Motor housing Shoulder screw Socket head screw Mitre lock handle cover Guide rod support Washer Lock plate Mitre lock handle Coil spring Bearing cover Square nut...
  • Page 22 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Additional limitations This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of original retail purchase This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and may not be transferred. Neither the retailer nor...