WEN 70716 Use and Care Manual
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1. control 2 Electrical safety Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoors reduces the risk of electric shock To reduce the risk of electric shock the manufacturer recommends using a residual current device with a rated residual current of 30mA or less at all times 3 Personal safety Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools can result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equip2. knob The release knob is provided for holding the cutting head down while transporting or storing the miter saw Fig 2 The saw must never be used while the release knob is locking the head down Slide lock When tightened the slide lock knob Fig 3 prevents the saw head from sliding Tighten the slide lock knobduring transportation Miter table lock The miter table lock 7 is used to lock the table at the desired miter angle Fig 4 The miter saw cuts from 0 to 45 both left and right To adjust the angle loosen the miter table lock and rotate to the desired miter angle Relock the table in place The miter table features positive click stops at 0 15 22 5 30 and 45 for quick setting of common miter angles WARNING Be sure to tighten the miter table lock before making a cut Failure to do so cancause the table to move during the cut resulting in serious personal injury Bevel lock The bevel lock 11 is used to set the blade at the desired bevel angle Fig 5 The miter saw bevels from 0 to 45 left WARNING Be sure to tighten the bevel lock before making a cut Failure to do so could result in the saw arm moving during the cut and cause serious personal injury Hold down clamp assembly The hold down clamp assembly can be mounted to the fence on either side of the saw bladedepending onwhat suits the task at hand Use the clamp assembly lock at the back of the fence to secure the clamp as
3. theblade guards Never use a blade that is too thick to allow theouter blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle It will prevent the blade screw from properly securing the blade on the spindle Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry Ensure that any spacers and spindle ringsthat may be required suit the fitted spindle and blade 1 Make sure that the power cord is removed from the power source 2 Push down on the operating handle 1 and pull the release knob Fig 24 to disengage the saw arm The release knob Fig 24 can be turned so that it is held in the retracted position 3 Raise the saw arm to its highest position 4 Using a screwdriver loosen and remove the screw that secures the guard retraction arm to the rotating blade guard Fig 25 5 Using a screwdriver loosen and remove the screw that secures the arbor bolt cover Fig 26 6 Pull the rotating blade guard down then swing it up together with the arbor bolt cover When the rotating blade guard is positioned in the upward position it is possible to access the arbor bolt Fig 27 7 Hold the rotating guard up and press the spindle lock button Fig 28 Rotate the blade until the spindle locks 8 Use the 6mm hex key provided to loosen and remove the arbor bolt loosen in a clockwise direction as the blade screw has a left handed thread Fig 29 9 Remove the flat washer the outer flange washer and the blade 10 Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner fla
4. with the table set atsome angle other than zero 1 Pull on the release knob Fig 24 and lift the saw arm to its full height 2 Loosen the miter lock Fig 15 3 Rotate the miter table until the pointer aligns with the desired angle 4 Retighten the miter lock Fig 15 WARNING Be sure to tighten the miter lock before makinga cut Failure to do so could result in the table movingduring the cut and cause serious personal injury 5 Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge securely against the fence If the board is warped place the convex side against the fence If the concave side is placed against the fence the board could break and jam the blade 6 When cutting long pieces of timber support the opposite end of the timber with either the side support arms a roller stand a work surface level with the saw s table or a combination of the three 7 Use the clamp assembly to secure the workpiece wherever possible 8 Itis possible to remove the clamp assembly by loosening the clamp assembly lock and moving it to the other side of the table Make sure the clamp assembly lock is tight before using the clamp Fig 34 9 Before turning on the saw perform a dry run of the cutting operation to check that there are no problems 12 10 11 Hold the operating handle 1 firmly and squeeze the switch trigger Allow the blade to reach maximum speed and slowly lower the blade into and through the wor
5. 5 Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repairperson using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Additional safety rules for miter saws Ensure that the lighting is adequate Do not use the saw unless the guards are in place Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry Keep the area free of tripping hazards Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this saw Always stand to one side when operating the saw Never use damaged or deformed saw blades Only use sharp blades When cutting round wood use clamps that prevent the workpiece from turning on both sides of the blade Never use your hands to remove sawdust chips or waste from near the saw blade Only use blades as recommended by the manufacturer Do not use blades manufactured from high speed steel If the table insert is damaged or worn have it replaced by an authorized service center Before making compound miter cuts ensure that the work head is securely fixed in the desired position Rags cloths cord string and the like should never be left around the work area Avoid cutting nails Inspect the workpiece and remove all nails and other foreign objects before beginning to saw Support the work properly Never reach over the blade to remove waste or cut offs Do not attempt to free a jammed blade while the machine is still running Do not slow or stop a blade with a piece of wood Let the bla
6. OPERATOR S MANUAL 10 Sliding Compound Miter Saw Model 70716 IMPORTANT Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN s highest standards for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for this product will supply you years of rugged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service Need help Contact us Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us at R 800 232 1195 m sam sPm csn techsupport wenproducts com L WENPRODUCTS COM TABLE OF CONTENTS Spec CANONS eenaa EEE E esaense sae uesene E SE EEE 3 eneral salot riles Sree EAE AE AA ETEA E E RETN 4 Additional safety rules for miter saws nnnnsnnnsnnnsussunsensernserssrnrrnrerserrserrerrrerserrrn 6 Know V OUP DLOdUCE en cies sonsaseadasens A E EER ATE EN EAEE J Operation and adjustments senasa AEA TAA aa 8 MACK IID sser ien iurare a a AE Er E NE 8 Trans porao Aea AEE a A a ute ase a a e aE 8 Bem amon ae EE TE E E A a A 8 Roba ekio Das catenin guinea E A N E E E E Er 8 Ge HOC Ke Aaaa a aa linet etna ats Sia nd Us E A OA 8 VAI LAO NS NOG k edt a a kien tth alanis acter baum EA aa sauan 8 Bevc IOC a cxncisetrive sitar diated suneu yar wen tana panae maga E nana vc ene c un nududon aad 9 Hold do wit clamp assembly d
7. SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT SOME STATES IN THE U S AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U S PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS BENCH POWER TOOLS OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT AND PNUMATIC TOOLS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CANADA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES CONTACT THE WEN CUSTOMER SUPPORT 20
8. afe operation read instruction manual Specifications Model Number Input Power No Load Speed Blade Size Number of teeth MiterTable Angles Bevel Cuts Weight Cutting Capacity Straight cut Miter cut Bevel cut Compound miter cut 70716 120V 60Hz 15A 5500 RPM 10 x 5 8 bore 60 0 to 52 Left amp Right 0 to 45 Left only 29 7 lbs at 0 miter 0 bevel 3 1 4x11 5 8 at 45 miter 0 bevel 3 1 4x8 1 16 at 0 miter 45 left bevel 1 5 8x11 5 8 at 45 left miter 45 left bevel 1 5 8x8 1 16 The WEN 10 Sliding Compound Miter Sawis supplied with the following accessories as standard Saw blade installed Hold down clamp 6 mm hex key 2 material support arms Dust collection bag Instruction manual General safety rules i WARNING Rcead all safety warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference The term power tool in the warnings refers to your operated corded power tool 1 Work area safety Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose
9. aw blade into alignment with the square Fig 19 13 Loosen the 2 screws holding the pointer of the bevel scale and adjust the position of the pointer so that it accurately indicates zero on the scale Fig 20 Retighten the screw 14 Retighten the bevel lock Fig 16 and the lock nut securing the 0 bevel adjustment screw Fig 16 Note The above procedure can also be used to check theangle of the saw blade to the table at the 45 bevel angle Setting the fence square with the table 1 Make sure that the power cord is removed from the power source Push the saw arm down to its lowest position and engage the release knob Fig 24 to hold the saw arm in the transport position Loosen the miter lock Fig 15 Rotate the table until the pointer is positioned at 0 Tighten the miter lock Fig 15 Using the 6mm hex key provided loosen the four screws securing the fence to the base Fig 21 Place a square against the fence and alongside the blade Fig 22 Adjust the fence until it is square with the blade Tighten the screws securing the fence 0 Loosen the screw holding the pointer of the miter scale Fig 23 and adjust it so that it accurately indicates the zero position on the miter scale Fig 23 11 Retighten the screw securing the miter scale pointer D H OCWMNAKHARYW Changing a blade DANGER Never try to use a blade larger than the statedcapacity of the saw It might come into contact with
10. de come to rest naturally If you re interrupted during operation complete the task at hand and turn the saw off before looking up Periodically check that all nuts bolts and other fastenersare properly tightened Always hold the saw by the insulated parts If you accidentally cut into hidden wiring or the saw s own cable the metal parts of the saw will become electrified Turn off and unplug immediately Connect the saw to a dust collection device that is operating properly e Wear gloves when handling saw blades e Keep the floor area around the machine level well maintained and free of loose materials such as wood chips and cut offs e During slide cutting always push the saw blade awayas opposed to pulling it back towards you e Always use stands to provide support for pieces that extend past the worktable WARNING We recommend the use of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI Wear goggles Wear earmuffs Wear a breathing mask WARNING For your own safety read instruction manual before operating miter saw Wear eye protection Keep hands out of path of saw blade Do not operate saw without guards in place Do not perform any operation freehand Never reach around the saw blade Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings When changing the blade replace and secure all guarding to its original and correct position before starting tool Disconnect power before changing blade or servicin
11. er source and from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children Do not allow anyone unfamiliar with the power tool instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users e Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp edges are less likely to bind and easier to control g Use the power tool accessories tool bits and etcetera in accordance with these instructions Take into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended can result in a hazardous situation h This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety 1 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance
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13. g do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury 1 Remove all loose parts from the carton 2 Remove the packing materials from around the saw 3 Using the carrying handle 16 carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a level work surface 4 The saw has been shipped with the saw arm locked in the down position To release the saw arm push down on the top of the saw arm pull on the release knob Fig 2 rotate it 45 and let go slowly raise the saw arm h WARNING Do not lift the saw while holding on to the guards Use the carrying handle 16 Transportation Lift the miter saw only when the saw arm is locked in the down position the saw is switched off and the plug is removed from the power source Only lift the saw by the carrying handle 16 or outer castings Do not lift the saw using the guard or operating handle 1 a Bench mounting The saw base has holes in each corner to facilitate bench mounting Fig 1 1 Mount and fix the saw to a level horizontal bench or worktable using four bolts not included 2 Ifdesired you can mount the saw to a piece of 1 2 or thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work support or moved to other job sites and re clamped CAUTION Make sure that the mounting surface 1s not warped Uneven surfaces can cause binding and inaccurate sawing Release
14. g the power tool Do not expose to rain Do not use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury return carriage to the full rear position after each crosscut operation The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose Any use other than those mentioned in this manual will be considered a case of misuse The user shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors The following hazards may arise in connection with the tool s construction and design e Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not worn e Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn Know your product Before using the saw familiarize yourself with all the operating features and safety requirements 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 1 Operating Handle 11 Bevel Lock Knob 2 ON OFF Switch 12 Slide Bar 3 Blade Guard 13 Slide Lock knob 4 Fence 14 Dust Extraction Port 5 Miter Table 15 Guard Retraction Arm 6 Table Insert 16 Carrying Handle 7 Miter Lock 8 Miter Scale 9 Support Arm 10 Clamp Assembly Operation and adjustments Unpacking Due to modern mass production techniques it is unlikely that your WEN tool is faulty or that a part is missing However if you find anything wron
15. he blade into and through the workpiece Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the workpiece Wait until the blade stops before removing the workpiece Pull on the release knob Fig 24 and lift the saw arm to its full height Loosen the miter lock Fig 15 Rotate the miter table until the pointer aligns with the desired angle on the miter scale 13 4 Retighten the miter lock Fig 15 WARNING Be sure to tighten the miter lock before makinga cut Failure to do so could result in the table movingduring the cut causing serious personal injury gt 6 A 10 11 I2 Loosen the bevel lock Fig 16 and pull out the 0 bevel adjuster and move the saw arm to the left or right to the desired bevel angle between 0 and 45 Tighten the bevel lock Fig 16 Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge securely against the fence If the board is warped place the convex side against the fence If the concave side is placed against the fence the board could break and jam the blade When cutting long pieces of timber support the opposite end of the timber with the sidebars a roller stand or a work surface that is level with the saw table Use the clamp assembly to secure the workpiece wherever possible It is possible to remove the clamp assembly by loosening the clamp assembly lock and moving it to the other side of the table Make sure the clam
16. ith a soft brush or a rag 3 Re lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals 4 Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts CAUTION Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic parts of the saw A mild detergent on a damp cloth is recommended General inspection Regularly check that all screws are tight They may vibrate loose over time 15 Exploded view and parts list 16 17 6 Nut 7 7 Screw 8 Nut 70716 009 9 10 1 12 13 70716 049 Saw arm l 70716 051 C clip 2 70716 052 Gear 3 70716 053 Washer 14 4 15 5 6 7 8 9 l 2 3 4 65 76 7 8 9 81 82 83 84 86 70716 086 Bigscrew Key Spindle O 70716 050 18 89 70716 089 Pivotshaft 90 70716 090 Bracketcap 98 70716 098 Spring washer Screw Rolled pin Table insert Lock pin spring Release knob Screw Big torsion spring Rolled pin Spring sleeve Lock boot Screw Lock bolt Bearing cover Miter lock Screw Screw Slide lock knob Turntable bolt Glide bearing Bearing set Screw Slide end cap Detent plate Spring washer Screw Screw Screw Slide bar Safety foot Linear bearing Support arm Spring loop Base Screw Rubber foot Bevel lock knob Bevel lock bolt Washer Spring washer Locknut Screw Washer Bolt knurled Arm Screw Nut Clamp Screw Workpiece knob Bevel pointer Knob 19 Limited two years warranty WEN Products is committed to build tools that are dependable f
17. kpiece Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the workpiece Wait until the blade stops before removing the workpiece Cross cutting with slide action When cutting wideworkpieces first unscrew theslide lock knob 13 1 Pull on the release knob Fig 24 raise the saw arm to its highest position and slide it towards you Fig 35 2 Hold the handle firmly and squeeze the switch trigger Allow the blade to reach maximum speed 3 Slowly lower the blade into the workpiece and push it away from you at the same time until the workpiece 1s cut 4 Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the workpiece Wait until the blade stops before removing the EEEN Bevel cut A bevel cut is made bycutting across the grain ofthe workpiece with the bladeangled to the fence and mitertable The miter table is setat the zero degree positionand the blade set at an anglebetween 0 and 45 Fig 36 Use the slide action when cutting wide workpieces l 2 3 4 Pull on the release knob Fig 24 and lift the saw arm to its full height Loosen the miter lock Fig 15 Rotate the miter table until the pointer aligns with zero on the miter scale Retighten the miter lock Fig 15 WARNING Be sure to tighten the miter lock before makinga cut Failure to do so could result in the table movingduring the cut causing serious per
18. ment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in picking up or carrying the tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards 4 Power tool use and care a Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired c Disconnect the plug from the pow
19. nge and the outer flange where they contact the blade 11 Fit the new blade onto the spindle taking care that the inner flange sits behind the blade Fig 30 11 CAUTION To ensure correctblade rotation always installthe blade with the bladeteeth and the arrow printedon the side of the bladepointing downwards The direction of the blade s rotation is alsostamped with an arrow on the upper blade guard 12 Replace the outer flange Fig 31 13 Depress the spindle lock button Fig 28 and replace the flat washer and arbor bolt 14 Use the 6mm hex key to tighten the arbor bolt securely tighten in a counterclockwise direction 15 After lowering the blade guard hold the rotating lower blade guard and arbor bolt cover in position and tighten the fixing screw Fig 32 16 Replace the guard retraction arm and secure onto the rotating blade guard Fig 25 17 Check that the blade guard operates correctly and covers the blade as the saw arm is lowered 18 Connect the saw to the power source and run the blade to make certain that it is operating correctly Cross cutting without slide action When cutting a narrow piece of wood it is not necessary touse the slide mechanism In these cases ensure that theslide lock knob 13 is screwed down to prevent the saw armfrom sliding A crosscut is made by cuttingacross the grain of theworkpiece A 90 crosscut ismade with the miter table setat 0 Fig 33 Miter crosscutsare made
20. or years Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES LLC Seller warrants to the original purchaser only that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two 2 years from date of purchase Ninety days for all WEN products if the tool is used for professional use SELLER S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and to the extent permitted by law any warranty or condition implied by law shall be the repair or replacement of parts without charge which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused carelessly handled or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Center To make a claim under this Limited Warranty please contact us at 1 800 232 1195 or write to us at WEN Products 1675 Holmes Road Elgin IL 60123 To acquire service you will have to provide proof of purchase and may be asked to ship the tool back to us freight prepaid THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO CIRCULAR SAW BLADES AND MOTOR BRUSHES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO 2 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES IN THE U S SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU IN NO EVENT
21. p assembly lock is tight before using the clamp Before turning on the saw perform a dry run of the cutting operation to check that there are no problems Hold the operating handle 1 firmly and squeeze the switch trigger Allow the blade to reach maximum speed and slowly lower the blade onto and through the workpiece Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the workpiece Wait until the blade stops before removing the workpiece Note Wear eye protection when brushing dust away 14 Maintenance WARNING Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the outlet before making any adjustments or maintenance procedures e Any damage to this tool should be repaired and carefully inspected by qualified repair personnel before use e Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repairperson using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool 1s maintained e Great Lakes Technologies LLC will not be responsible for any damage or injury caused by unauthorized repair or mishandling of the tool Power cord maintenance If the supply cord needs replacing the manufacturer the manufacturer s agent or an authorized service centre must carry out the task in order to avoid a safety hazard Cleaning 1 Keep the tool s air vents unclogged and clean at all times 2 Remove dust and dirt regularly Cleaning is best done w
22. sembly in position Fig 6 The spindle lock button prevents the blade in the saw from rotating Fig 7 Depress and hold the spindle lock button while installing changing or removing the blade Note use only ONE clamp at a time Spindle lock button Rotating lower blade guard The rotating lower blade guard provides protection from both sides of the blade Fig 8 It retracts over the upper blade guard as the saw is lowered onto the workpiece The dust collection bag fits over the dust extraction port 14 For more efficient operation empty the dust bag when it is half full This allows better air flow through the bag Dust collection bag Attaching the material support arms The material support arms help to support the materialwhen working with longworkpieces There are two location holes for asupport bar on either side ofthe table Loosen the lock screws with the 6mmhex key Ensure the sidebarsare fully inserted before usingthem to support the workpiece Fig 9 amp 10 The side support bar locking screws must be tightenedto secure the support bars inposition Fig 9 amp 10 Trench depth adjustment In its normal position the trenching stop permits the saw blade to cut right through a workpiece When the saw arm 1s lifted the trenching stop can be moved to the left so that the trenching depth adjustment screw contacts the stop as the saw arm is lowered Fig 11 This restricts the cut to a specific trench in the
23. sonal injury 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Compound miter cut A compound miter cut involves using a miter angle anda bevel angle at the sametime Fig 37 It is used to make picture frames cutmoldings make boxeswith sloping sides and frame roofs Always make a testcut on a piece of scrap woodbefore cutting into goodmaterial Use the slide action when cutting wide workpieces l 2 a Loosen the bevel lock Fig 16 and pull out the 0 bevel adjuster Move the saw arm to the desired bevel angle between 0 and 45 Tighten the bevel lock Fig 16 Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge securely against the fence If the board is warped place the convex side against the fence If the concave side is placed against the fence the board could breakand jam the blade When cutting long pieces of timber support the opposite end of the timber with the sidebars a roller stand or a work surface that is level with the saw table Use the clamp assembly to secure the workpiece wherever possible It is possible to remove the clamp assembly by loosening the clamp assembly lock and movingit to the other side of the table Make sure the clamp assembly lock is tight before using the clamp Before turning on the saw perform a dry run of the cutting operation to check that there are no problems Hold the operating handle 1 firmly and squeeze the switch trigger Allow the blade to reach maximum speed Slowly lower t
24. workpiece The depth of the trench can be adjusted with the trenching depth adjustment screw Fig 12 and locked in position with the trenching depth lock nut Fig 13 Turning on and off 1 Pull in switch trigger to startthe unit Fig 14 2 To turn the saw off releasethe ON OFF trigger switch Setting the table square with the blade 1 Make sure that the power cord is removed from the power source 2 Push the saw arm down to its lowest position and engage the release knob Fig 2 to hold the saw arm in the transport position 3 Loosen the miter lock Fig 15 4 Rotate the table until the pointer is positioned at 0 5 Tighten the miter lock Fig 15 6 Loosen the bevel lock Fig 16 and set the saw arm at 0 bevel leaving the blade at 90 to the miter table Tighten the bevel lock Fig 16 7 Place a set square against the table and the flat partof the blade Fig 17 Note Make sure that the square contacts the flat part ofthe saw blade not the teeth 8 Rotate the blade by hand and check the blade to tablealignment at several points 9 The edge of the set square and the saw blade shouldbe parallel 10 Ifthe saw blade angles away from the set square adjust as follows 11 Use a 13mm wrench or adjustable wrench to loosen thelock nut securing the 0 bevel adjustment screw Fig 18 Also loosenthe bevel lock Fig 16 12 Adjust the 0 bevel adjustment screw Fig 18 with the 6mm hex key to bring the s
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