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Kobalt NEXT GENERATION OF TOUGH TOOLS SM2507LW User Instructions

10 in. sliding compound miter saw with laser
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AB13712
NEXT GENERATION
OF TOUGH TOOLS
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10 IN. SLIDING
WITH LASER GUIDE
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ITEM #0358938
MODEL #SM2507LW
Francais P. 51
Español P. 101

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  • Page 1 10 IN. SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW WITH LASER GUIDE MODEL #SM2507LW Francais P. 51 KOBALT ® and the K Design ® are registered Español P. 101 trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number MFG Date...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Specifications ..................Package Contents ....................Safety Information ....................Preparation ......................Assembly Instructions ..................Adjustment Instructions ..................Operating Instructions ..................Crown Moulding Chart ..................Care and Maintenance ..................Troubleshooting ....................Replacement Parts List and Exploded Views ............Warranty .......................

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW WARNING To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, do not plug the power cord into a source of power during unpacking and assembly. The cord must remain unplugged whenever you are adjusting/assembling the saw. 1.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from lead-based paints, ●...
  • Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION POWER TOOL SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the product. These safety instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition that could occur. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ●...
  • Page 6 ● CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check the tool for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts or mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. Damaged parts should be properly repaired or replaced. ● NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not walk away from a running tool until the blade comes to a complete stop.
  • Page 7 ● TO PREVENT severe cuts or injury, clamp all workpieces that can cause your arms, hands or fingers to move within 7-1/2 in. of the saw blade. ● PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw table for long workpieces. ●...
  • Page 8 SAFETY INFORMATION ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND SAFETY : POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR CAUTION The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreversible type. See “MOTOR” in the “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section on page 2. To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection.
  • Page 9 ● MOTOR is overloaded – overloading can occur if you feed too rapidly or make too many starts/stops in a short time. ● 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.

  • Page 10: Preparation

    PREPARATION Before beginning assembly or operation of the product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and diagram on page 3. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install or operate the product. Estimated Assembly Time: 10 minutes Tools Required for Assembly (included): Blade Wrench, 3 mm Hex Wrench Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Adjustable Wrench, 10 mm Hex Wrench,...
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR MITER SAW Safety Lock Switch Handle Power Cord Wrap Storage Motor Brush Motor Bevel Detent Pin Sliding Fence Left Extension Wing Miter Detent Override Positive Miter Stop Locking Lever Mounting Hole Carrying Handle Carrying Handle Upper Blade Guard Laser Guide Sliding Carriage Lock Knob...

  • Page 12: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid injury, do not connect this miter saw to a power source until it is completely assembled and adjusted and you have read and understood the operator’s manual. INSTALLING THE MITER HANDLE (FIG. 1) Thread the miter handle (E) into the hole ●...
  • Page 13 INSTALLING THE DUST BAG ASSEMBLY (FIG. 4) Install the dust bag assembly (C) onto the ● exhaust port on the miter saw (A). Fit the connecting tube of dust bag assembly and the exhaust port together. NOTE: To empty the dust bag, pull out the dust bag assembly from exhaust port.

  • Page 14: Adjustment Instructions

    ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE TABLE INSERTS (FIG. 6) NOTE: The miter saw comes with the table inserts already installed. These instructions are for replacing or adjusting either insert side. To avoid injury: Always unplug the saw to avoid accidental ●...
  • Page 15 MOUNTING THE MITER SAW (FIG. 7, 8, 9) WARNING To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement: Disconnect the power cord from the outlet ● and lock the cutting head in the lower position using the stop latch. Lock the slide carriage in place by tightening ●...
  • Page 16 REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE BLADE WARNING Only use a 10 in. diameter blade. To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the power source outlet. REMOVING THE BLADE (FIG.
  • Page 17 INSTALLING THE BLADE (FIG. 10, 11, 12) Unplug the miter saw before changing/installing the blade. Install a 10 in. blade with a 5/8 in. arbor, ● making sure the rotation arrow on the blade matches the clockwise rotation arrow on the upper guard.
  • Page 18 UNLOCKING AND LOCKING THE CUTTING HEAD (FIG. 13) Unlocking the cutting head: ● To raise the cutter head from its storage/ transport position, push down slightly on the switch handle (1). ● Pull out the stop latch knob (2). ● Allow the cutting head to rise to the up position.
  • Page 19 90° Bevel Pointer Adjustment (Fig. 15): When the blade is exactly 90° to the table, ● loosen the bevel indicator screw (1) using a Phillips screwdriver. Adjust bevel indicator (2) to the “0” mark on ● the bevel scale and retighten the screw. WARNING To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the...
  • Page 20 MITER SCALE (FIG. 17) The sliding compound miter saw scale can be easily read, showing miter angles from 0° to 50° left and right. The most common angle settings have positive stops at 0°,15°, 22.5° , 31.6°, 45° left and right and 60° right only. These positive stops position the blade at the desired angle quickly and accurately.
  • Page 21 SETTING CUTTING DEPTH (FIG. 19) The depth of cut can be preset for even and repetitive shallow cuts. Adjust the cutting head down until the teeth ● of the blade are at the desired depth. While holding the upper arm in that position, ●...
  • Page 22 TO TURN LASER GUIDE ON (FIG. 22) ● To turn laser on, press on/off rocker switch (1) to “ON” position. ● To turn laser off, press on/off rocker switch (1) to “OFF” position. ALIGNING THE LASER GUIDE (FIG. 22, 24) The laser beam must always be correctly aligned with the blade to ensure straight, even cutting.
  • Page 23 A. Check Laser Beam Alignment (Fig. 24) Set the saw to a 0° miter and 0° bevel ● setting. Top View Take a board and, using a straight edge (not ● included), mark a 90° line on the top and blade front of the board.
  • Page 24 B. Adjusting the Position of the Laser Beam (Fig. 25, 26, 27) Procedure A NOTE: There are two adjustment screws on the laser guide. Use a 3 mm hex wrench to Clockwise make any needed adjustments. Counterclockwise Procedure A (Fig. 25, 26) Slightly turn adjustment screw (3) to ●...

  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW 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 ●...
  • Page 26 KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. WARNING To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases. Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face and ears. ●...
  • Page 27 Never cut freehand: Brace your workpiece firmly against the fence and table stop so it will not rock or twist ● during the cut. Make sure there is no debris between the workpiece and the table or fence. Make sure ●...
  • Page 28 BODY AND HAND POSITION (FIG. 28) WARNING Never place hands near the cutting area. Proper positioning of your body and hands when operating the miter saw will make cutting easier and safer. Keep children away. Keep all visitors at a safe distance from the miter saw. Make sure bystanders are clear of the saw and workpiece.
  • Page 29 BASIC SAW OPERATIONS WARNING For your convenience, your saw has an electric 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 does not stop within 6 seconds, unplug the saw and follow the instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING.
  • Page 30 SLIDING FENCE (FIG. 30) WARNING The sliding fence must be extended when making any bevel cut. Failure to extend the sliding fence will not allow enough space for the blade to pass through which could result in serious injury. At extreme miter or bevel angles the saw blade may also contact the fence.
  • Page 31 BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW Never leave tool running unattended. Turn ● power OFF. Wait for all moving parts to stop. Make workshop childproof. Lock the shop. ● Disconnect master switches. Store tool away from children and other unqualified users. WARNING To avoid injury from materials being thrown, always unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting and remove small pieces of material...
  • Page 32 33.9° BEVEL DETENT PIN FOR CROWN MOULDINGS (FIG. 35) Push the bevel detent stop pin (2) in toward ● the front of the machine. Loosen the bevel lock handle (1). ● Rotate the cutting head until the bevel detent ● pin stops the bevel angle at 33.9°...
  • Page 33 TO SLIDE CUT WIDE BOARDS (FIG. 37) ● Unlock the carriage lock handle (1) and allow the cutting head assembly to move freely. ● Set both the desired bevel angle and/or the miter angle and lock into position. ● Use a hold down clamp to secure the workpiece (4).
  • Page 34 WORKPIECE SUPPORT AND REPETITIVE CUTTING USING THE STOP PLATE (FIG. 40, 41) NOTE: Long pieces need extension wing support. ● Lift up the lock lever (1) to unlock the extension table. Slide the extension wing to desired position and push down the lock lever to tighten.
  • Page 35 Check for interference between the wood fence and the lower blade guard. Adjust if necessary. NOTE: This auxiliary fence is used only with the saw blade in the 0° bevel position (90° to the table). The auxiliary wood fence must be Workpiece removed when bevel cutting.
  • Page 36 NOTE: The chart below references a compound cut for crown moulding ONLY WHEN THE ANGLE BETWEEN THE WALLS EQUALS 90°. Bevel/Miter Settings BEVEL MITER TYPE OF CUT SETTING SETTING Inside corner - Left side 1. Position top of moulding against fence. 33.9°...

  • Page 37: Crown Moulding Chart

    CROWN MOULDING CHART Compound Miter Saw Miter and Bevel Angle Settings Wall to Crown Moulding Angle 52/38° Crown Moulding 45/45° Crown Moulding 52/38° Crown Moulding 45/45° Crown Moulding Angle Between Miter Bevel Miter Bevel Angle Between Miter Bevel Miter Bevel Walls Setting Setting...

  • Page 38: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING ● To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the miter saw. ● To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, unplug the power cord before working on the saw.
  • Page 39 SAWDUST Periodically, sawdust will accumulate under the worktable and base. This could cause difficulty in the movement of the worktable when setting up a miter cut. Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust. If blowing sawdust, wear proper eye protection to keep debris from blowing into eyes.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING To avoid injury from accidental starting, always ensure that the switch is in the OFF position and unplug the tool before moving, replacing the blade or making adjustments. TROUBLESHOOTING - MOTOR PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Brake does not 1.
  • Page 41 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST - SAW (PART A) I.D. Description Size Q’ty 083Y COMPRESSION SPRING 083Z CORD CLAMP 0CES COMPRESSION SPRING 0CKS SPRING WIRE 0DVJ BLADE WRENCH 0J3M HEX WRENCH 3 mm 0J4E FLAT WASHER φ6*13-1 0JZF HEX. SOC. SET SCREW M6*1.0-10 0JZN ARBOR BOLT...
  • Page 42 EXPLODED VIEW - SAW (PART A) kobalttools.com...
  • Page 43 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST - SAW (PART B) I.D. Description Size Q’ty 0CHG BUMPER 0CR8 SHAFT 0D8D COLLAR 0HG1 COMPRESSION SPRING 0J4E FLAT WASHER φ6*13-1 0JB0 WAVE WASHER 0JE7 C-RING 0JMN O-RING 0JMP O-RING 0JNR O-RING ROD 0JUB HEX. SOC. HD. CAP BOLT M5*0.8-12 0K5D CR.
  • Page 44 EXPLODED VIEW - SAW (PART B) kobalttools.com...
  • Page 45 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST - SAW (PART C) I.D. Description Size Q’ty 082J CUSHION 0CPD CENTER BOLT 0J4M FLAT WASHER φ12*21-1 0J69 FLAT WASHER φ6*13-1 0J6A FLAT WASHER φ8*16-2.5 0J7G FLAT WASHER 3/8*29/32-1/8 0JB0 WAVE WASHER 0JBG DISC SPRING WASHER 0JPF HEX.
  • Page 46 EXPLODED VIEW - SAW (PART C) kobalttools.com...
  • Page 47 PARTS LIST - MOTOR I.D. Description Size Q’ty 3492 MOTOR REAR COVER 0HX9 NEEDLE BEARING 0JBA WAVE WASHER 0JCD SPRING PIN 0JE0 C-RING 0JEB C-RING 0JEE C-RING 0JG7 PARALLEL KEY 0JX2 HEX. SOC SET SCREW M5*0.8-6 0K43 CR.RE. PAN HD. SCREW & WASHER M5*0.8-16 0K44 CR.RE.
  • Page 48 EXPLODED VIEW - MOTOR kobalttools.com...
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  • Page 50: Warranty

    WARRANTY VOID IF PRODUCT USED FOR COMMERICAL PURPOSES For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258). Printed in China KOBALT ® and the K Design ® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. kobalttools.com...

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