Operation; Safety Instructions For Basic Operations; Before Each Use; Recommended Accessories - Craftsman 21237 - 10 in. Sliding Miter Saw Operator's Manual

SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS FOR BASIC SAW
OPERATIONS
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
[A WARNING
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious,
permanent injury, do not plug the tool in until the
following steps are completed:
• Completely assemble and adjust the saw,
following the instructions. (SEE ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS SECTIONS)
o Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
upper and lower blade guards, stop latch, bevel lock
handle and cover plate screws.
• Review and understand all safety instructions and
operating procedures in this Operator's Manual. (SEE
SAFETY AND OPERATIONS SECTIONS)
• Reviewthe MAINTENANCE AND
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.
• To avoid injury or possible death from electrical
shock, make sure your fingers do not touch the
plug's metal prongs when plugging in or
unplugging your miter saw. (SEE ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY SECTIONS)
BEFORE EACH USE
Inspect your saw.
• Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from
accidental starting, unplug the saw before any
adjustments, including setup and blade changes.
• Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the
guard to the direction arrow on the blade. The blade
teeth should always point downward at the front of
the saw.
• Tighten the arbor bolt.
• Tighten the cover plate screw.
• Check for damaged parts, check for:
o Alignment of moving parts
e Damaged blade teeth
• Damaged electric cords
o Binding of moving parts
e Mounting holes
• Function of arm return spring and lower guard:
Push the cutting arm all the way down, and
then let it rise until it stops. The lower guard
should close fully. Follow the instructions in the
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment, if
necessary.
=, Other conditions that may affect the way the miter
saw works.
• Keep all guards in place, in working order and
properly adjusted. If any part of this miter saw is
missing, damaged or broken, or any electrical parts
do not work, turn off the saw and unplug it.
• Replace bent, damaged, missing or defective parts
before using the saw again.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw clean
for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating. Do not apply lubricants to the blade
while it is spinning.
• Remove all adjusting wrenches from the tool before
turning it on.
To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown pieces,
use only recommended accessories.
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
• Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS
section of this Operator's Manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that come with
the accessory'. The use of improper accessories may
cause risk of injury.
• Choose the correct 10 in. blade for the material and
the type of cutting you plan to do. Do not use thin
Kerr blades.
• Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and
properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push the
cutting arm all the way down. Manually spin the blade
and check for clearance. Tilt the miter head to a 45 °
bevel and repeat the test.
• Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.
• Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is
no excessive play in any parts.
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
[,&WARNmNG ]
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the
miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases.
o Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face and
ears.
• Know your miter saw.
Read and understand the Operator's Manual and
labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and
limitations as well as the potential hazards specific
to this tool. To avoid injury from accidental contact
with moving parts, do not lay out, assemble or set up
work on the miter saw.
• Avoid accidental starting. Make sure the switch is in
the OFF position before plugging the miter saw into a
power outlet.
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