PowerTec MSC1000 Owner's Manual

10" compound miter saw with laser

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Model No. MSC1000
Owner's Manual
10" COMPOUND MITER
SAW WITH LASER
QUESTION...
1•877•393•7121
Visit us on the web at www.southerntechllc.com
You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures, and warranty.
Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.
10-0106

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  • Page 1 Model No. MSC1000 Owner’s Manual 10" COMPOUND MITER SAW WITH LASER QUESTION... 1•877•393•7121 Visit us on the web at www.southerntechllc.com You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures, and warranty. Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION PAGE SAFETY RULES PARTS ILLUSTRATION & Work Preparation LIST Work Area Preparation Tool Maintenance Tool Operation WARRANTY ASSEMBLY Mounting the miter saw Installation of miter handle PRODUCTION Installation of rear extension stay Installation of table extension SPECIFICATIONS Cutting Head Installation of dust bag...
  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES TOOL MAINTENANCE WARNING • Turn the machine "OFF", and disconnect the machine For your own safety, read and understand all warnings from the power source prior to inspection. and operating instructions before using any tool or • Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. Keep equipment.
  • Page 4: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY UNPACKING Check for shipping damage. If damage has occurred, a claim must be filled with carrier. Check for completeness. Immediately report missing parts to dealer. You miter saw is shipped complete in one container. Carefully unpack the table saw and all loose items from the shipping container.
  • Page 5: Mounting The Miter Saw

    CAUTION: Do not attempt assembly if parts are missing. INSTALLATION OF REAR EXTENSION STAY Use this manual to order replacement parts. Refer to Figure 4 WARNING • Loosen the extension stay locking screw under the saw Do not operate machine until completely assembled. Do base.
  • Page 6: Cutting Head

    Figure 5 Figure 7 Short slot Mounting holes Switch handle Long slot Trigger Switch Slot Hold down clamp Hold down lock REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE LOCKING CUTTING HEAD IN DOWN BLADE POSITION WARNING • Push the switch handle down to the lowest position •...
  • Page 7: Fence Squareness Adjustment

    Figure 9 WARNING • Do not use a blade larger or smaller than 10” and 5/8” Arbor lock diameter arbor. • Never use the saw without the cover plate secure in place. It keeps the arbor bolt from falling out and helps to prevent the spinning blade from coming off the miter saw.
  • Page 8: Miter Scale

    Figure 14 Figure 12 Positive stop locking lever Indicator Miter handle Miter scale Combination square CUTTING ARM TRAVEL ADJUSTMENT • When the blade is exactly 90° to the table, loosen the bevel indicator screw and align the indicator to 0° Refer to Figure 13 mark.
  • Page 9: Power Source

    • The machine should be grounded while in use to protect Figure 16 operator from electrical shock. • In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. •...
  • Page 10: Extension Cords

    MOTOR Figure 18 - 2-Prong Receptacle The miter saw is supplied with a 2 HP motor installed. The 120 Volt AC universal motor has the following Grounded outlet Box specifications: Grounding Horsepower (Maximum Developed)......2 HP Adapter Means Voltage................. 120 Amperes.................
  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION BODY AND HAND POSITION WARNING Refer to Figure 19 and 20 For your own safety, read the operating manual and all the safety instructions before using the saw. WARNING The failure to follow the general safety rules and safety precautions can greatly increase the likelihood of injury.
  • Page 12: Basic Saw Operation

    BASIC SAW OPERATION CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL • Place at least 6-3/4 in. away from the path of the • A bowed workpiece must be positioned against the blade-out of the “no-hands zone”. fence and secured with a clamping device as shown •...
  • Page 13 ONLY WHEN THE ANGLE BETWEEN THE Figure 22 WALLS EQUALS EXACTLY 90° BEVEL MITER TYPE OF CUT SETTING SETTING Inside corner-Left side 33.9° 31.6° Right 1. Position top of molding against fence Miter Saw Table 2. Miter table set at RIGHT 31.6°...
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION WARNING • The tool has been properly lubricated and is ready to Disconnect the unit from power source before serving or use. It is recommended that tools with gears be disassembling any components. regreased with a special gear lubricant at every brush change.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTON POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTIONS Motor will not start 1. Low voltage 1. Check power supply for proper voltage 2. Short circuit in line cord or plug 2. Inspect line cord and plug for faulty insulation or shorted connection 3. Short circuit in motor 3.
  • Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTON POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTIONS Cutting arm will not fully raise 1. Pivot bolt too tight 1. Loosen pivot bolt lock nut or blade guard won’t fully 2. Pivot spring not replaced properly 2. Contact Service center close after service 3.
  • Page 17: Parts Illustration

    10" COMPOUND MITER SAW PARTS ILLUSTRATION Figure 24  ...
  • Page 18 10" MITER SAW PARTS LIST Key No. Part No. Part Name Key No. Part No. Part Name MSC1000-001 extension wing MSC1000-057 locking cap MSC1000-002 M8x7 outer hex. Bolt MSC1000-058 lockng spring MSC1000-059 locking pin MSC1000-003 base MSC1000-060 ø3x16 hollow pin...
  • Page 19 10" MITER SAW PARTS LIST Key No. Part No. Part Name Key No. Part No. Part Name MSC1000-113 switch safty button MSC1000-127 M6x18 screw MSC1000-114 switch torsion spring MSC1000-128 anti-rollover MSC1000-115 M5x40 cross pan head screw MSC1000-129 plug MSC1000-116 M4x16 cross pan head tapping screw...
  • Page 20: Warranty

    30- DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY During the first 30 days after the date of purchase, if you are dissatisfied with the performance of this POWERTEC tool for any reason you may return the tool to the retailer from which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange. You must present proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with the original product.
  • Page 21 DISCLAIMER To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied warranties, that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to one year from the date of purchase. Southern Technologies LLC. is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages.
  • Page 22 Southern Technologies, LLC 206 Terrace Drive Mundelein, Illinois 60060...

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