4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. to do a job for which it was not designed. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61970...
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It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool. 21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop. Item 61970 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...
22. Do not depress the spindle lock when starting or during operation. 13. Do not use to cut logs, tree limbs, or uneven lumber. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61970...
If you feel any medical or physical symptoms related to vibration (such as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), seek medical advice as soon as possible. SAVE THESE INSTRUcTIONS. Item 61970 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
Mounting Use the four bolt holes provided in the Base to mount the Miter Saw to a stable support before use. Mounting hardware not included. Item 61970 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...
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Loosen this to allow the cutting head to slide. Note: Additional functions are explained Align pin with Align pin with elsewhere in the manual. deep groove shallow groove to lock cutting head. to unlock cutting head. Item 61970 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
Guard Pivot Bolt. 10. WARNING! Make sure the Lower Guard (116) Figure A: Spindle Lock Location operates smoothly and properly protects from the Blade before using the Saw. Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61970...
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Figure D: Bevel Angle Adjustment Adjust the Sliding Fences (36, 38) to keep them clear of the new path of the Blade. Tighten the Sliding Fence Lock Knobs (34) after moving them. Item 61970 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...
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Clamping the workpiece will also improve cutting accuracy by preventing the workpiece from moving during the cutting operation. Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61970...
11. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach. Item 61970 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...
Repeat the process until the Fence is adjusted accurately. 5. Once the Fence is accurately adjusted, tighten the bolts firmly in place. Recheck one last time, then proceed to work. Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61970...
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Pulleys. 3. Replace Belt if damaged according to steps below: a. Slide the old Belt off of the 4. Replace Belt Guard before use. smaller Pulley first, then remove it. Item 61970 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...
2. Depth Stop set too shallow. 2. Adjust Depth Stop Bolt for desired depth of cut. through workpiece. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service. Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61970...
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