Harbor Freight Tools 47003 User's Manual
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1. excessive heat and damp or wet areas NAMEPLATE EXTENSION CORD LENGTH AMPERES At Full Load Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at 150 of the rated amperes FIGURE B SYMBOLOGY fl Double Insulated 6 Canadian Standards Association KOMP Laboratories Inc V Volts Alternating Current A e No No Load Revolutions FIGURE C xxxx min Per Minute RPM SKU 47003 PAGE 7 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Maintain labels and nameplates on the Cut Off Saw These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace ment Keep hands and fingers away from cutting area and Cut Off Wheel Keep one hand on the Handle and your second hand on the motor housing If both hands are holding the saw your hands and fingers cannot be cut by the Cut Off Wheel Do not reach under the Base of the Cut Off Saw The Swing Guard can not protect you from the Cut Off Wheel below the Base Check Swing Guard for proper closing before each use Do not operate the Saw if the Swing Guard does not move freely and close instantly Never clamp or tie the Swing Guard into the open position If the Saw is acciden tally dropped the Swing Guard may be bent Raise the Swing Guard and make sure it moves freely and does not touch the Cut Off Wheel or any other part in all depths of cut The Swing Guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as Pocket Cuts2. lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq 20 Always locate the Cut off Saw on a level flat work surface capable of support ing the solid weight of the saw workpiece and related tools SKU 47003 PAGE 9 20 WARNING People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker 21 A WARNING The warnings precautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE For additional references to the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram on page 18 To Remove Or Install A Cut Off Wheel L A WARNING Prior to performing any assembly procedures make su
3. or W These extension cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock N WARNING Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool Never remove the grounding prong from the plug Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facility before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician GROUNDED TOOLS TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS 1 Tools marked with Grounding Required have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low SKU 47003 PAGE 5 resistance path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of elec tric shock See Figure A 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See Figure A 3 Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes
4. this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly oper ating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures parts list and assembly diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference GENERAL SAFETY RULES N WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed in the following pages may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SKU 47003 PAGE 2 WORK AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and 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 which may ignite flammables Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and sparks Provide barriers or shields as needed PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert Watch what you are doing and use common sense when oper ating a power tool Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influ ence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operat ing power tools may result in serious personal injury Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair c
5. CHICAGO AT Power Tools 14 HEAVY DUTY CUT OFF SAW Model 47003 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SE 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http www harborfreight com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Copyright 2004 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Aus E105017 Electrical Requirements 120V 60 Hz 15 AMPs Rated 3 HP Peak Single Phase 3 750 No Load RPM 3 Prong Electrical Plug 14 Gauge Electrical Cord 14 Recommended 14 Cut Off Wheel for Metal SKU 44814 Cut Off Wheel Types 14 Cut Off Wheel for Masonry SKU 44815 Arbor Size Base Dimensions 18 x 10 1 4 Fence Dimensions 6 5 8 x 2 3 8 Left Right Miter Guide 0 45 Adjustable Maximum Stock Height 4 Maximum Stock Width 7 3 8 Overall Dimensions 22 3 4 x 18 1 2 x 11 Weight 26 8 Pounds UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on page 17 are included If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need
6. ININ N o gt DID D D an alala a T Tla k A RAIRAIRAIRA R OQ N O OIN ajA N oje N OoJ INSID O A JOINMN 0O O MIS MO A O 16 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 40 42 4 NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 47003 PAGE 17 D pring Column Spri Spring Column Description Qty earing Holder afety Button wing Lock Handle ubber Cushion ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 12 19 9 9 NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts PAGE 18 SKU 47003
7. and Compound Cuts Raise the Swing Guard only enough to begin the cut As soon as the Cut Off Wheel enters the material the Swing Guard must be released For all other sawing the Swing Guard should be allowed to operate automatically The Saw is not to be used for any cutting operation in the locked down position The Saw should be in the locked down position only for carrying and storage Always use Cut Off Wheels with a 14 Diameter 1 round arbor hole and rated at a minimum of 4 000 RPM Cut Off Wheels that do not match the mount ing hardware of the Saw or that are rated at less than the saw s maximum RPM may fly off the Saw or may run eccentrically causing loss of control Never use damaged or incorrect Cut Off Wheel washers or bolts The Cut Off Wheel s washers and bolt were specially designed for your Saw for optimum performance and safety of operation Do not use the included Cut Off Wheel to cut aluminum copper brass or other non ferrous metals The included Cut Off Wheel is designed to cut only ferrous iron containing metals such as steel alloys and cast iron If using other Cut Off Wheels only use them on materials that the manufacturer recommends SKU 47003 PAGE 8 10 To avoid accidental injury always wear heavy duty work gloves and work bib when changing a Cut Off Wheel 11 Before using the Cut Off Saw make sure the Cut Off Wheel is properly mounted on the Saw Spindle Make sure the Cut Off Wheel i
8. and ordinances The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration See Figure A T FIGURE A EXTENSION CORDS f Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord 2 As the distance from the supply outlet increases you must use a heavier gauge extension cord Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage See Figure B next page 3 The smaller the gauge number of the wire the greater the capacity of the cord For example a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord See Figure B 4 When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required See Figure B SKU 47003 PAGE 6 5 If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Figure B 6 If you are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 8 Protect your extension cords from sharp objects
9. ease lever then tighten by turning the handle clockwise To remove the workpiece loosen the Clamping Screw slightly Raise the Quick Release Lever and pull back on the Clamping Screw See Figure I CLAMPING SCREW QUICK RELEASE 4 FIGURE I FIXED CLAMP 3 To Adjust The Depth Of Cut 1 The depth of cut may be adjusted using the Screw 44 To cut shallower Turn the Screw counterclockwise Then tighten the Hex Nut To cut deeper Loosen the Hex Nut and turn the Screw clockwise Then tighten the Hex Nut See Figure l To Operate The Cut Off Saw 1 To operate the Cut Off Saw first make sure the Saw Arm 46 is in its the upright position with the Swing Lock Handle 81 disengaged See Figure D SKU 47003 PAGE 13 2 If necessary adjust the angle of cut Then secure the workpiece in the Quick Lock Vise See Figure I a Plug the Power Cord 65 into the nearest 120 volt grounded electrical outlet Depress the Safety Button 80 with your thumb and squeeze the Power Switch 74 on the Handle 66 71 Then release the Safety Button See Figure J ee 8 SAFETY BUTTON p POWER SWITCH 80 74 28 28 Er CARBON BRUSH CARBON BRUSH Y ah 29 BRUSH HOLDER MM BRUSH HOLDER 30 EEE 30 SG EN CUT OFF WHEEL EE a 57 POWER CORD de 65 FIGURE J q 4 Allow the Cut Off Wheel 57 to spin up to full speed Then slowly lower the Cut Off Wheel 57 into the workpiece See Figur
10. es D and J SS CARBON BRUSH CAP MW CARBON BRUSH CAP K 5 If the Cut Off Wheel 57 does not pass completely through the workpiece Raise the Saw Arm turn off and unplug the Saw and wait until it comes to a complete stop Remove stock being cut Then lower the Cut Off Wheel following the instructions on page 13 See Figure I 6 After adjusting the Screw 44 press down on the Cut Off Saw and make sure the Cut Off Wheel 57 does not contact the bottom of the Saw Base 2 or any other part of the Saw Base See Figure I 7 If the Cut Off Wheel 57 touches the Saw Base 2 or any other part of the Saw Base raise the Cut Off Wheel until it clears following the instructions on page 13 See Figure I 8 Plug the Cut Off Saw back into its electrical outlet and finish making the cut following Steps 3 and 4 above SKU 47003 PAGE 14 9 Once the cut is completed turn off the Cut Off Saw by releasing the Power Switch 74 This allows the Safety Button 80 to return to the OFF position See Figure J 10 Unplug the Cut Off Saw from its electrical outlet and make sure to wait until the Saw has come to a complete stop before removing the workpiece 11 Lock down the Saw with the Swing Lock Handle 81 and store the Saw in a dry safe location INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING A I Always make sure the Power Switch 74 is in its OFF position and unplug the Power Cord 65 from its 120 volt e
11. face away from the Motor Also make sure the springs operate freely After cleaning or replacement replace the Carbon Brush Caps with a screwdriver and tighten firmly NOTE New Carbon Brushes tend to arc or spark when first used until they wear and conform to the Motor s Armature See Figure J SKU 47003 PAGE 15 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 47003 PAGE 16 PARTS LIST Q Rubber Foot G lt Fixed Clamp lamping Screw Nut Clamping Nut Body 7 Spring Washer A E E e n ola o m a R ouIN 0 ojo CIN 63 70 72 Brush Holder oO 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 6 w ol C Clip 3 3 3 3 il 0 NIN INI NIN
12. lectrical outlet before performing any inspection adjustments maintenance or cleaning 2 Before each use inspect the general condition of the Cut Off Saw Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wiring loose cracked or bent Cut Off Wheel 57 and any other condition that may affect its safe operation If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment 3 Daily With a soft brush cloth or vacuum remove all dust and debris from the Cut Off Saw Then use a premium quality lightweight machine oil to lubricate all moving parts except the Cut Off Wheel itself 4 To replace the Motor Carbon Brushes It may become necessary at some time to replace the two Carbon Brushes 29 when the Motor performance de creases or stops working completely The Carbon Brushes are located on each side of the Motor Housing 27 To do so use a standard screwdriver not included to remove the two Carbon Brush Caps 28 Then remove the two Carbon Brushes from the Brush Holders 30 If the Carbon Brushes are worn down more than 1 2 of the original size replace both Carbon Brushes If however the Carbon Brushes are just dirty they may be cleaned by rubbing them with a pencil eraser When installing the Carbon Brushes make sure the carbon portion of the Carbon Brushes contact the Motor Armature and that the springs
13. lothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Avoid accidental starting Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch or plugging in power tools with the Power Switch on invites accidents Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key that is 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 Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses under a full face shield a dust mask respirator and hearing protection during use TOOL USE AND CARE Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand is unstable and may lead to loss of control Only work on a workpiece that is properly secured by tightening the Clamp ing Screw 4 SKU 47003 PAGE 3 2 Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed 3 Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced 4 Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from
14. nd rated at a minimum of 4 000 RPM Cut Off Wheels that do not match the mounting hardware of the Saw or that are rated at less than the saw s maximum RPM may fly off the Saw or may run eccentrically causing loss of control SMALL 8mm FLANGE HEX WRENCH Ges Q 59 76 IOR SCREW 60 OUTER FLANGE 58 FIGURE G FIGURE H 9 Reinstall the Outer Flange 58 with the concave side facing the Wheel Small Flange 59 and Screw 60 NOTE Make sure to firmly tighten the Screw in a clockwise direction while depressing the Lock Pin 40 See Figures G and H 10 Reinstall the Swing Guard 61 and secure it in place with the Guard Retainer Screw 62 Make sure to tighten the Screw in the screw hole referred to in Figure D See Figures D and E SKU 47003 PAGE 12 The Quick Lock Vise 1 The Quick Lock Vise allows for the angle of cut to be adjusted from 0 to 45 de grees to the left and 0 to 45 degrees to the right To adjust the angle of cut loosen the two Screws 15 Move the Fixed Clamp 3 to the desired angle as indicated by the line on the Base 2 of the Cut Off Saw Then retighten the two Screws See Figure I 2 The Quick Lock Vise features a Quick Release Lever 11 which allows the op erator to quickly release from the Vise the workpiece being cut To use the Quick Release Lever pull the lever rearward to disengage the threads Slide the clamp forward until it contacts the workpiece Lower the rel
15. re the Power Cord 65 of the Cut Off Saw is unplugged from its electrical outlet Also make sure the Cut Off Wheel has completely cooled and wear work gloves while replacing the Wheel 2 Place the Cut Off Saw in its fully raised position To do so turn the Swing Lock Handle 81 clockwise while pushing down on the Handle 66 71 See Figure D next page SKU 47003 PAGE 10 3 4 5 Unscrew and remove the Guard Retainer Screw 62 See Figure D GUARD RETAINER s SCREW 62 SAW ARM 46 SWING LOCK HANDLE 81 FIGURE D Remove the Swing Guard 61 Then set the Swing Guard aside making sure not to allow it to be bent or damaged that can interfere with proper guard opera tion See Figures D and E FIXED GUARD 53 CUT OFF WHEEL _ RETAINER SCREW HOLE FIGURE E To keep the Cut Off Wheel 57 from turning Depress the Lock Pin 40 and turn the Cut Off Wheel until the Lock Pin clicks into place See Figure E and Figure F next page SKU 47003 PAGE 11 6 Use the 8mm Hex Wrench 76 to remove the Screw 60 NOTE Make sure to turn the Screw counterclockwise to remove See Figure G 7 Remove the Small Flange 59 Then remove the Outer Flange 58 See Figures G and H 8 Remove the old Cut Off Wheel 57 and replace it with a new Cut Off Wheel N CAUTION Use a 14 diameter Cut Off Wheel with a 1 round Arbor hole a
16. s balanced and is not cracked or bent 12 The Cut Off Wheel will become hot while cutting Allow the Cut Off Wheel to completely cool before touching 13 Allow the Cut Off Wheel to spin up to full speed before feeding it into the workpiece When turning off the Saw allow the Cut Off Wheel to spin down and stop on its own Do not press against the Cut Off Wheel to stop it 14 Do not force the Cut Off Wheel into the workpiece when cutting Apply moderate pressure allowing the Cut Off Wheel to cut without being forced 16 Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements 17 Always turn off the Cut Off Saw and unplug the Power Cord from its electri cal outlet before changing accessories or performing any inspection main tenance or cleaning procedures 18 Use the right tool or attachment for the right job Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool or attachment There are certain applications for which this product was designed It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended Do not modify this product and do not use this product for a purpose for which it was not in tended 19 N WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of Califor nia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are
17. the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally 5 Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users 6 Maintain tools with care Do not use a damaged tool Tag damaged tools Do not use until repaired 7 Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts cracking or breakage of the Cut Off Wheel and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools 8 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool 1 Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury 2 When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1 Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances Never remo
18. ve the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the tools should electrically malfunction or SKU 47003 PAGE 4 break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user 2 Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double insulation O eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system 3 Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded 4 Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock 5 Do not abuse the Power Cord Never use the Power Cord to carry the tool or pull the Plug from an outlet Keep the Power Cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged Power Cords immedi ately Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock D When operating a power tool outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W A
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