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MasterCraft 055-6761-2 Instruction Manual

MasterCraft 055-6761-2 Instruction Manual

Sliding compound mitre saw
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IMPORTANT:
Please read this manual carefully before using this mitre saw and
save it for reference.
SLIDING COMPOUND
MITRE SAW
®
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

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  • Page 1 ® model no. 055-6761-2 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 3 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS Motor 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 9.5A Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. Speed 5000 RPM (no load) The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery- Blade 7 1/4”...
  • Page 4 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as • Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
  • Page 5 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm work surface before use. A level • TIGHTEN ALL CLAMP HANDLES, knobs and levers prior to operation. Loose clamps can cause parts and firm work surface reduces the risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.
  • Page 6 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets • CLEAN THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS of chips and sawdust. Clogged motor air slots can cause the machine to overheat, damaging the machine and possibly causing a short which could cause serious injury.
  • Page 7 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 model no. 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 DDOUBLE-INSULATED TOOLS • Mitre Cut: A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90° to the fence. No-Hands Zone: The area between the marked lines on the left and right side of the mitre table base.
  • Page 8 055-6761-2 | 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 Upper blade guard Motor Mounting hole Table...
  • Page 9 055-6761-2 | 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 10 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 Installing blade (Fig. 5 to 8) • Verify that the operation of the guard does not bind or stick. SAW BLADES: ONLY USE 7 1/4” (184 mm) SAW BLADES Saw blade • Be sure the spindle lock is released so the blade turns Out flange WITH 5/8”...
  • Page 11 055-6761-2 | 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 12 055-6761-2 | 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. MAXIMUM CUTTING DEPTH To unlock: Press and lightly hold down the cutting head.
  • Page 13 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 DRY RUN COMPOUND CUT (Fig. 21) For safe operation, it’s necessary to know where the blade A compound cut is the combination of a mitre and a bevel cut simultaneously. will contact the workpiece during the cutting process.
  • Page 14 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • When the saw reaches full speed, slowly push the switch handle down, cutting through the leading • Cut two parallel grooves as shown. edge of the workpiece. • Use a wood chisel or make multiple passes with a •...
  • Page 15 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 CUTTING CROWN MOULDING (Fig. 29, 30) 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 16 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 CROWN MOULDING CHART 52/38° CROWN MOULDING 45/45° CROWN MOULDING Angle Between To aid in the correct setting, the compound angle setting chart below has been Mitre Setting Bevel Setting Mitre Setting Bevel Setting Walls provided.
  • Page 17 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 SAWDUST 52/38° CROWN MOULDING 45/45° CROWN MOULDING Periodically, sawdust will accumulate under the table and base. This could cause difficulty in the movement Angle Between of the table when setting up a mitre cut. Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust.
  • Page 18 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 This will avoid a break-in period that reduces motor performance and increases wear. SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE LUBRICATION (Fig. 32) ACTION All the motor bearings in this tool are lubricated with a...
  • Page 19 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 MASTERCRAFT 7 1/4” (18.4 CM) SLIDING MITRE SAW ® When servicing the Mastercraft ® 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.
  • Page 20 055-6761-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 Description Qty. Description Qty. Description Qty. Description Qty. Motor housing Half-round head screw Lock knob Rating label Brush holder Cuting depth stop plate Fence Warning label Coil spring Location pin Base Spring Carbon brush...
  • Page 21 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...