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Wen MM1015 Instruction Manual

10" double bevel sliding compound miter saw
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MODEL MM1015
10" DOUBLE BEVEL SLIDING
COMPOUND MITER SAW
Instruction Manual
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ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use
your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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  • Page 1 1-847-429-9263 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WELCOME Introduction ..................... 3 Specifications ....................3 SAFETY General Safety Rules ..................4 Specific Rules for Your Miter Saw ..............6 Electrical Information ..................8 BEFORE OPERATING Unpacking & Transportation ................9 Know Your Miter Saw ..................10 Assembly & Adjustments ................12 OPERATION &...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Miter Saw. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool.

  • Page 4: Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

  • Page 6: Specific Rules For Your Miter Saw

    SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR MITER SAW WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. SAW BLADE SAFETY 3. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close 1.
  • Page 7 SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR MITER SAW SECURE YOUR WORKPIECE 7. Turn on the miter saw and let it reach full speed, then slowly slide the saw into the workpiece. This will help 1. Never hand-hold a workpiece that is too small to be produce safer and cleaner cuts.

  • Page 8: Electrical Information

    ELECTRICAL INFORMATION DOUBLE-INSULATED TOOLS The tool’s electrical system is double-insulated where two systems of insulation are provided. This eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. Double-insulated tools do not need to be grounded, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation.

  • Page 9: Before Operating

    UNPACKING & TRANSPORTATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, carefully remove the miter saw from the packaging. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories.

  • Page 10: Know Your Miter Saw

    KNOW YOUR MITER SAW TOOL PURPOSE Miter saws allow you to easily make cuts at a variety of angles. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiar- ized with all the parts and controls of your miter saw. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions.
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR MITER SAW 19. Power Switch Lock 25. Power Switch 20. LED Power Switch 26. Carrying Handle 21. Release Bolt 27. Dust Port 22. Fence Adjustment Screw 28. Dust Bag 23. Workpiece Clamp Holder 29. Bevel Locking Knob 24.Workpiece Clamp Lock Knob...

  • Page 12: Assembly & Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. INSTALLING THE MITER LOCK KNOB Fig.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS GUARD OPERATION Fig. 2 NOTE: Keep hands clear of the blade when the operating handle is lowered. Do not interfere with the proper move- ment of the blade guard. When the handle is lowered, the blade guard raises au- tomatically.
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE MITER ANGLE Fig. 4 The miter table can be adjusted from 0° to 49° to the left and 0° to 45° to the right to create miter cuts. 1. Loosen the miter lock knob (Fig. 4 - 1) by turning it one or two turns counterclockwise.
  • Page 15 (Fig. 6). Mount and fix the saw to a level, horizontal bench, worktable, or miter saw stand (compatible with WEN Models MSA330 and MSA750) using four bolts and nuts (not included). If desired, you can mount the saw to a piece of 1/2 inch or thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work bench or moved to other jobsites and reclamped.
  • Page 16 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS 6. Slightly loosen the two fence adjusting screws (Fig. 8 - Fig. 8 1) on the back of the fence with the included hex wrench. Adjust the fence position until it is 90° with the blade. Tighten the four bolts to secure the fence. 7.
  • Page 17 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS SETTING THE BEVEL SCALE INDICATOR Fig. 11 1. Before setting the bevel scale indicator, the table must be perpendicular to the saw blade. See section titled, "Squar- ing the Table with the Blade" on page 15. 2. Loosen the screw (Fig. 10 - 5) holding the bevel scale indicator.
  • Page 18 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE SAW BLADE Fig. 13 DANGER! Never try to use a blade larger than the stated capacity of the saw. Do not use a blade thicker than 1.9mm. It will prevent the blade screw from properly securing the blade on the spindle.

  • Page 19: Operation & Maintenance

    OPERATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. WARNING! Before operating the miter saw, make sure to equip yourself with a dust mask, ear protection, and safety glasses for protection from possible injuries.
  • Page 20 OPERATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. WARNING! Before operating the miter saw, make sure to equip yourself with a dust mask, ear protection, and safety glasses for protection from possible injuries.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    WARNING! Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this tool may be hazardous. Servicing of the tool must be performed by a qualified technician. When servicing, use only identical WEN replacement parts. Use of other parts may be hazardous or induce product failure.
  • Page 22 Check for: CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT • Loose hardware, Replacement carbon brushes (Part No. MM1015- • Misalignment or binding of moving parts, 123) can be ordered at wenproducts.com. Only gen- • Damaged cord/electrical wiring, uine WEN replacement brushes designed specifically •...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at 1-847-429-9263, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 24 4. Inspect and replace carbon brushes as needed (see page 21). Replacement carbon brushes 4. Worn carbon brushes. (Part No. MM1015-123) can be ordered from wenproducts.com. 5. Defective motor or other 5. Stop using the tool and call 1-847-429-9263 internal problem.

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