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MasterCraft 055-6767-0 Instruction Manual

Dual-beveling sliding compound mitre saw with laser line

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Dual-beveling Sliding Compound Mitre Saw
with Laser Line
Model no. 055-6767-0
IMPORTANT:
Please read this manual carefully before using
this mitre saw and save it for reference.
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  • Page 1 Dual-beveling Sliding Compound Mitre Saw with Laser Line Model no. 055-6767-0 IMPORTANT: INSTRUCTION Please read this manual carefully before using MANUAL this mitre saw and save it for reference.
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS QUICK START GUIDE SYMBOLS SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY GUIDELINES ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS KNOW YOUR SLIDING MITRE SAW ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENTS OPERATION MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE REPLACEMENT PARTS 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 4 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 Read and understand the instruction manual to get the best use of the dual-bevel sliding compound mitre saw. Make sure the all accessories and the blade are installed correctly and are tight before operating the saw.
  • Page 5 Turn the laser guide on for pre-alignment of your cut. Use the laser adjustment knobs to adjust the laser beam if necessary. With the power switch OFF, bring the saw blade down to the workpiece to see the cutting path of the blade. Then, squeeze trigger switch to start the saw and lower the blade into the workpiece with a firm...
  • Page 6 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 WARNING ICONS Your power tool and its Operator’s Manual may contain “WARNING ICONS” (a picture symbol intended to alert you to, and/or instruct you how to avoid, a potentially hazardous condition). Understanding and heeding these symbols will help you operate your tool better and safer.
  • Page 7: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS MOTOR POWER SOURCE 120V AC, 60 Hz, 15A SPEED 3200 RPM (No load) BRAKE ELECTRIC DOUBLE INSULATED ARBOUR SHAFT SIZE 5/8" (15.9 mm) BLADE DIAMETER 10" (25.4 cm), 60-tooth carbide-tipped ARBOUR SIZE 5/8" (15.9 mm) ROTATING TABLE MITRE ANGLE RANGE 0°–50°...
  • Page 8: Safety Guidelines

    055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS POWER TOOL Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use your power tool. • READ and become familiar with the entire Operator’s Manual. LEARN the tool’s application, limitations and possible hazards.
  • Page 9 • ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool can throw foreign objects into the eyes and could cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety standard Z87.1. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact–resistant lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses. NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously injure you when they break.
  • Page 10 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.
  • Page 11 • ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage before operation. Replace a cracked or damaged blade immediately. • NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less than 3200 RPM. • ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at all times. •...
  • Page 12 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • Be sure all guards are in place and working. If a guard seems slow to return to its normal position or “hangs-up,” adjust or repair it immediately. Be alert at all times—especially during repetitive, monotonous operations. Don’t be lulled into carelessness due to a false sense of security.
  • Page 13 • Replacement parts – When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. • Polarized plugs – This saw has a plug that looks like the one shown below: • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this saw has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
  • Page 14 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 LINE VOLTAGE is more than 10% above or below the nameplate voltage rating. For heavy loads, the voltage at motor terminals must equal the voltage specified on the nameplate. IMPROPER or dull saw blades are used.
  • Page 15 RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES • Use only accessories recommended for this mitre saw. Follow instructions that accompany accessories. Use of improper accessories may cause hazards. • The use of any cutting tool except 10" saw blades which meet the requirements under recommended accessories is prohibited. Do not use accessories such as shaper cutters or dado sets.
  • Page 16 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 General Purpose Wood Cutting: 24–40 TPI Fine Woodworking Cutting: 60–80 TPI Non-Ferrous Metal Cutting: Use only special blades designed for cutting this type of material. Plastic Cutting: Use only special blades designed for cutting plastic.
  • Page 17 Supplied Not supplied Star-head screwdriver Adjustable wrench Blade wrench Combination square Slotted screwdriver 5 mm hex wrench COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE Should not gap or overlap when square is flipped over (see dotted figure). Straight edge or a 3/4" board—this Draw light line on edge must be perfectly straight.
  • Page 18 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 No. Description Mitre saw Instruction manual Hold-down clamp Mitre handle hardware bag Dust bag Blade wrench Bevel locking handle hardware bag WARNING! • Remove the product and any accessories from the package. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.
  • Page 19 No. Description No. Description ON/OFF trigger switch handle Mitre detent override Laser vertical adjustment knob Table Laser horizontal adjustment knob Stop plate Lower blade guard Left extension wing Base Sliding fence Mitre handle Hold-down clamp Positive stop locking lever Power cord storage Bevel locking handle Built-in carry handle...
  • Page 20 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 No. Description No. Description Slide carriage lock knob Mitre scale Stop knob Quick-cam mitre locking lever Hold-down latch Table insert Stop plate Blade Bevel detent pin Safety lock-off switch Sliding fence cam locking lever...
  • Page 21 RELEASING CUTTING HEAD (Fig. 1) Fig. 1 Raising Push down slightly on the trigger switch • handle (1). Pull out the hold-down latch (2). • • Raise the cutting head to the uppermost position. NOTE: This cutting head is spring loaded. Locking When transporting or storing the mitre saw, the cutting head should always be locked in...
  • Page 22: Assembly

    055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 INSTALLING THE BEVEL LOCKING Fig. 3 HANDLE (Fig. 3) • Insert the bevel locking handle (1) onto the shaft (2) at an approximately angle 30° below the level as shown in Fig. 3.
  • Page 23 UNLOCKING THE SLIDE CARRIAGE Fig. 6 (Fig. 6) • After removing the saw from the carton, loosen the slide carriage lock knob (1), located on the left side of the slide carriage. When transporting or storing the mitre saw, the slide carriage should always be locked in position.
  • Page 24 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • Remove the arbour bolt (4), the outer blade Fig. 9 collar (6), and the blade (7). Do not remove the inner blade collar. (Fig. 9) • Raise the lower blade guard (1) to the upright position to remove the blade.
  • Page 25 REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE TABLE Fig. 10 INSERTS (Fig. 10) • To remove, loosen and remove the six screws (1) on the table inserts (2) with a star-head screwdriver and remove the inserts. • To install, reposition the table inserts, install the six screws and tighten.
  • Page 26 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE SLIDING Fig. 11 FENCE (Fig. 11) Removing • Unlock the fence cam locking lever (1) by pushing it out towards the rear of the machine. • Align the slot (2) with the bolt (3) in the rear of the fence, and then lift up the sliding fence to remove it from the saw.
  • Page 27 MOUNTING THE MITRE SAW (Fig. 12, 13) Fig. 12 • For stationary use, place the saw in the desired location, directly on a workbench where there is room for handling and proper support of the workpiece. The base of the saw has eight mounting holes, four 1/4"...
  • Page 28 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 SAW BLADE WRENCH STORAGE (Fig. 14) Fig. 14 • For convenient storage and prevention of loss, there is a bracket (1) set on the rear side of the right sliding fence (2) for storing the blade wrench (3) when not in use.
  • Page 29 BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT NOTE: To ensure accurate cuts, alignment should be checked and adjustments made prior to use. 90° (0°) Bevel adjustment (Fig. 17, 18) Fig. 17 • Loosen bevel locking handle (1) by lifting up and tilting the cutting arm while pushing in the bevel detent pin (6 - Fig.
  • Page 30 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 45° Left bevel positive stop adjustment Fig. 19 (Fig. 17, 19) • Fully extend the sliding fence completely to the left, and then pull the bevel detent pin (6) towards the front of the machine.
  • Page 31 33.9° Left and right bevel adjustment (Fig. 20) Fig. 20 • Set the mitre angle to 0°. Fully extend both sliding fences. • Loosen the bevel locking handle, and tilt cutting arm to the 33.9° right bevel positive stop by pushing in on the bevel detent pin (6) towards the rear of the machine.
  • Page 32 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS (Fig. 22) Fig. 22 Remove the left side and right side sliding fences. • Loosen the four fence locking bolts (1). • Lower the cutting arm and lock in position.
  • Page 33 ADJUSTING CUTTING DEPTH (Fig. 24, 25) Fig. 24 The maximum depth travel of the cutting head was set at the factory. Setting the maximum width travel of the cutting head (Fig. 24): • Turn the stop knob (1) counter-clockwise until the stop knob is not protruding out of the stop block (4) bottom while moving the cutting head upward.
  • Page 34 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 TURNING LASER GUIDE ON (Fig. 26) Fig. 26 • To turn laser on, press rocker switch (1) to “I” position. • To turn laser off, press rocker switch (1) to “O” position. NOTE: The laser switch is covered with a transparent protecting cover (2).
  • Page 35 AVOID DIRECT EYE CONTACT Laser Warning Label • All the adjustments for the operation of this laser guide have been completed at the factory. • Laser beam is calibrated and set up to project to the left of the blade. •...
  • Page 36 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 LASER GUIDE ADJUSTMENT Fig. 28 TOP VIEW (Fig. 28, 29, 30, 31) NOTE: All the adjustments for the operation Laser beam of this machine have been completed at the Cutting factory. Due to normal wear and use, some...
  • Page 37 Procedure B (Fig. 29, 31) Fig. 31 • Slightly turn the laser horizontal adjustment knob (2) to adjust the horizontal angle of the laser beam on the top of the board. If the laser beam is out of parallel from left to right, turn the laser horizontal adjustment knob (2) clockwise;...
  • Page 38: Adjustments

    055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW OPERATION BEFORE USING THE MITRE SAW • Completely assemble and adjust the saw, following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS) • Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF trigger switch, on/off switch for laser, upper and lower blade guards, head hold-down latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate screw.
  • Page 39 RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES • Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS section of this Instruction 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 10" diameter blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
  • Page 40 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 DRESS FOR SAFETY Any power tool can throw foreign objects into the eyes. This can result in permanent eye damage. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses and are not safety glasses. Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously injure you when they break.
  • Page 41 USE EXTRA CAUTION WITH LARGE OR ODD SHAPED WORKPIECES • Use extra supports (tables, sawhorses, blocks, etc.) for workpieces large enough to tip. • Never use another person as a substitute for a table extension, or as an additional support for a workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic mitre saw table, or to help feed, support, or pull the workpiece.
  • Page 42 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 MAKING A BASIC CUT (Fig. 33) Fig. 33 BODY AND HAND POSITION Starting a cut: • Place hands at least 7 1/2" (19 cm) away from the path of the blade – out of the “no-hands zone”...
  • Page 43 BASIC SAW OPERATIONS • For your convenience, your saw has a blade brake. The brake is not a safety device. Never rely on it to replace the proper use of the guard on your saw. If the blade doesn’t stop within approximately 10 seconds, wait for the blade to stop, unplug the saw and contact the service centre or another qualified service dealer.
  • Page 44: Operation

    055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 SLIDING CARRIAGE SYSTEM (Fig. 36) Fig. 36 • For chop cutting operations on small workpieces, slide the cutting head assembly completely towards the rear of the unit and tighten the sliding carriage lock knob (1).
  • Page 45 MITRE DETENT OVERRIDE (Fig. 38) Fig. 38 The mitre detent override allows for the table to be micro adjusted, disengaging the positive detent stops feature. When a required mitre angle is close to a positive detent stop, this override prevents the wedge on the mitre arm from slipping into that detent slot on the base.
  • Page 46 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 MITRE CUT (Fig. 39) Fig. 39 The sliding compound mitre saw is equipped with nine positive mitre stops (1) on the saw base. The locations are at 0, 15, 22.5, 31.6 and 45 degrees left and right. These locations represent the most common angles for cutting operations.
  • Page 47 BEVEL CUT (Fig. 40, 41) Fig. 40 • When a bevel cut is required, loosen the bevel locking handle (1) by turning it clockwise. • Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle, as shown on the bevel scale (2). •...
  • Page 48 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 33.9° BEVEL DETENT PIN FOR CROWN Fig. 42 MOULDINGS (Fig. 42) • Push the bevel detent stop pin (1) in towards the rear of the machine. • Loosen the bevel lock handle (2) by pulling up.
  • Page 49 • Grasp the trigger switch handle (2) and pull the carriage (3) forward until the centre of the saw blade is over the front of the workpiece (4). • Engage the trigger to turn the saw on. • When the saw reaches full speed, slowly push the saw handle down, cutting through the leading edge of the workpiece.
  • Page 50 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 CUTTING GROOVES (Fig. 46) Fig. 46 • Mark lines identifying the width and depth Cut these of the desired cut on the workpiece and grooves with position on the table so the outside tip of the blade is positioned on the inside edge of the line.
  • Page 51 CUTTING BASE MOULDING (Fig. 48) Fig. 48 Base mouldings and many other mouldings can be cut on a compound mitre saw. The setup of the saw depends on moulding Workpiece Workpiece characteristics and application, as shown. Perform practice cuts on scrap material to achieve best results: Mitre saw table Mitre saw table...
  • Page 52 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • In order to accurately cut crown moulding Fig. 50 for a 90° inside or outside corner, lay the Bevel/Mitre Settings moulding with its broad back surface flat Settings for standard crown on the saw table.
  • Page 53 CROWN MOULDING CHART Compound Mitre saw Mitre and Bevel Angle Settings Wall to Crown Moulding Angle 52/38° Crown Moulding 45/45° Crown Moulding Angle Between Walls Mitre Setting Bevel Setting Mitre Setting Bevel Setting 42.93 41.08 46.89 36.13 42.39 40.79 46.35 35.89 41.85 40.50...
  • Page 54 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 52/38° Crown Moulding 45/45° Crown Moulding Angle Between Walls Mitre Setting Bevel Setting Mitre Setting Bevel Setting 19.20 22.83 21.80 20.38 18.84 22.46 21.40 20.05 18.48 22.09 21.00 19.72 18.13 21.71 20.61 19.39 17.77...
  • Page 55: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE • To avoid injury, never put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning. • To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the mitre saw. • To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, unplug the power cord before working on the saw.
  • Page 56 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 LOWER BLADE GUARD • Do not use the saw without the lower blade guard. The lower blade guard is attached to the saw for your protection. Should the lower guard become damaged, do not use the saw until the damaged guard has been replaced. Regularly check to make sure the lower guard is working properly.
  • Page 57 LUBRICATION (Fig. 52) Fig. 52 All the motor bearings in this tool are Central pivot of lubricated with a sufficient amount of high plastic guard grade lubricant for the life of the unit under (oil here) normal operating conditions; therefore, no further lubrication is required.
  • Page 58 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE – MOTOR PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION Brake does 1. Motor brushes not sealed or 1. Inspect/clean/replace brushes. not stop lightly sticking. See MAINTENANCE section. blade within 2. Motor brake overheated from 2.
  • Page 59 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE – SAW OPERATION PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION Blade hits table. 1. Misalignment. 1. See ADJUSTMENTS - ADJUSTING CUTTING DEPTH section. Angle of cut not 1. Mitre table unlocked. 1. See OPERATION - MITRE CUT accurate. Cannot section.
  • Page 60 When servicing the Mastercraft® Maximum® 10" Dual-Bevel Sliding Mitre Saw, use only Mastercraft® replacement parts. The use of any other parts may cause damage to the product. All servicing should be performed by a qualified service technician. To find the nearest technician, call the toll-free helpline, at 1-800-689-9928.
  • Page 61 MASTERCRAFT® MAXIMUM® 10" DUAL-BEVEL SLIDING MITRE SAW PARTS LIST (B) FOR MITRE SAW I.D. No. Description Size Q'ty I.D. No. Description Size Q'ty 3DJG SPACER 3HHX CR. RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW M4*18-16 3DJL SET PLATE 3HJ0 CR. RE. PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW...
  • Page 62 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 MASTERCRAFT® MAXIMUM® 10" DUAL-BEVEL SLIDING MITRE SAW SCHEMAITC 3JCP...
  • Page 63 MASTERCRAFT® MAXIMUM® 10" DUAL-BEVEL SLIDING MITRE SAW PARTS LIST FOR MOTR I.D. No. Description Size Q'ty I.D. No. Description Size Q'ty 0HUR BALL BEARING 3FJE CLEVIS PIN 0HUZ BALL BEARING 3FJF LOCK KNOB 0HVK BALL BEARING 3FJM MOTOR COVER 0HX9 NEEDLE BEARING...
  • Page 64 055-6767-0 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 This Mastercraft Maximum product is guaranteed for a period of 5 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials, except for the following component: YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY †...
  • Page 65 f) this warranty will not apply to any product that was sold to the original purchaser as a reconditioned or refurbished product (unless otherwise specified in writing); 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;...
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