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Craftsman 137.21237 Saw User Manual

1. FREEHAND Performing a cut without using a fence guide hold down or other proper device to prevent the workpiece from twisting during the cutting operation GUM A sticky sap from wood products HEEL Misalignment of the blade KERF The amount of material removed by blade cut MITER CUT An angle cut made across the width or grain of the workpiece RESIN A sticky sap that has hardened REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE RPM The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute SAW BLADE PATH The area of the workpiece or table top directly in line with the travel of the blade or the part of the workpiece that will be cut SET The distance between two saw blade tips bent outward in opposite directions to each other The farther apart the tips are the greater the set WORKPIECE The item being cut The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces ends and edges ASSEMBLY Estimated Assembly Time 5 10 minutes WARNING To avoid injury do not connect this miter saw to the power source until it is completely assembled and adjusted and you have read and understood this Operators Manual INSTALLING THE MITER HANDLE FIG A 1 Thread the miter handle 1 into the hole located at the front of the miter table Fig A UNLOCKING THE SLIDE CARRIAGE FIG B After removing the saw from the carton loosen the slide carriage lock knob 1 When transporting or s
2. Push the bevel detent pin 10 in toward the front of the unit Unlock the bevel lock handle and tilt the cutting arm to the crown molding positive stop at 33 97 Using a combination square check to see if the blade angle is 33 99 to the table lf the blade is not at 33 9 to the miter table loosen locknut 11 and use a 10 mm wrench to adjust the bolt 12 in or out until the blade is at 33 9 to the miter table Secure the locknut 11 into position after alignment is achieved MITER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT FIG O The sliding compound miter saw scale can be easily read showing miter angles from 0 to 45 to the left and O to 45 to the right The miter saw table has nine of the most common angle setttings with positive stops at 0 15 22 5 31 6 and 45 These positive stops position the blade at the desired angle quickly and accurately Follow the process below for quickest and most accurate adjustments LE Unlock the miter table by turning the miter handle 1 counterclockwise Move the turntable while lifting up on the positive stop locking lever 2 to align the indicator 3 to the desired degree measurement If the desired angie is one of the nine positive stops release the positive stop locking lever making sure the lever snaps into position and then secure by tightening the miter handle If the miter angle desired is not one of the nine positive stops simply
3. Lock the shop Disconnect master switches Store tool away from children and other unqualified users A WARNING To avoid injury from materials being thrown always unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting and remove small pieces of material from the table cavity MITER CUT FIG U 1 When a miter cut is required unlock the miter table by turning the miter handle 1 counterclockwise 2 While holding the miter handle lift up on the positive stop locking lever 2 3 Rotate the miter table to the right or left with the miter handle 4 When the table is in the desired position as shown on the miter scale 3 release the positive stop locking lever and tighten the miter handle The table is now locked at the desired angle Positive stops are provided at 0 15 22 5 31 6 and 45 IMPORTANT Always tighten the miter table lock handle before performing every cutting operation Fig U BEVEL CUT FIG V 1 When a bevel cut is required loosen the bevel lock handle 1 by turning it clockwise 2 Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle as shown on the bevel scale 2 3 The blade can be positioned at any angle froma 90 straight cut O on the scale to a 45 left bevel Tighten the bevel lock handle 1 to lock the cutting head in position Positive stops are provided at 0 33 9 and 45 Fig V NOTE The saw comes with a 33 9 crown molding stop 33 9 BEVEL STOP FOR CROWN MOLDIN
4. adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON 4 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents 5 DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Do not use power tools in damp locations or expose them to rain or snow Keep work area well lit 6 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY All visitors and bysianders should be kept at a safe distance from work area 7 MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks master switches or by removing starter keys 8 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL It will do the job better and is safer if used at the rate for which it was designed 9 USE THE RIGHT TOOL Do not force the tool or an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed 10 USE PROPER EXTENSION CORDS Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power that will cause the tool to overheat The table on page 5 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord 11 WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties rings bracelets or other jewelry that may get caught i in moving parts Non slip footwear is recommended Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair 12 ALWAYS WEAR E
5. tilt the cutting head to the left loosen the locknut 4 on the bevel angle adjustment bolt 3 and use a 10 mm wrench to adjust the stop bolt 3 depth in or out to increase or decrease the bevel angle 4 Tilt the cutting arm to back to the right at 90 0 bevel and recheck for alignment 5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 if further adjustment is needed 6 Tighten bevel lock handle 1 and locknut 4 when alignment is achieved 90 Bevel Pointer Adjustment Fig M 1 When the blade is exactly 90 09 to the table loosen the bevel indicator screw 5 using a 2 Phillips screwdriver 2 Adjust bevel indicator 6 to the O mark on the bevel scale and retighten the screw 45 Bevel Adjustment Fig N 1 Loasen the bevel lock handle 7 and tilt the cutting head completely to the left Using a combination square check to see if the blade angle is 45 to the table If the blade is not at 45 to the miter table tilt the cutting arm to the right loosen the locknut 8 on the bevel angle adjustment bolt 9 and use a 10 mm wrench to adjust the stop bolt 9 depth in or out to increase or decrease the bevel angle Tilt the cutting arm to the left to 45 bevel and recheck for alignment Repeat steps 1 through 4 until the blade is at 45 to the miter table Tighten bevel lock handle 7 and locknut 8 when alignment is achieved Fig N 33 9 Bevel Adjustment Fig N 1
6. 138 13 30 5 40 15 19 4 62 4 34 5 64 4 00 13 65 1297 12 52 382 188 158 12 54 1 24 0 89 10 55 10 36 9 20 9 85 153 8 41 0 60 9 63 9 50 8 80 845 8 10 715 8 26 140 570 E 500 565 463 530 4 94 424 m 358 283 215 247 174 2 36 2 2 12 175 r 176 141 1 06 178 0 62 0 79 0 71 0 71 179 031 0 39 0 35 0 35 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Ay DANGER Never put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning A WARNING e To avoid fire or toxic reaction never use gasoline naphtha acetone lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the miter saw e To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock unplug the power cord before working on the saw e For your safety this saw is double insulated To avoid electrical shock fire or injury use only parts identical to those identified in the parts list Reassemble exactly as the original assembly to avoid electrical shock REPLACING CARBON BRUSHES FIG GG Replace both carbon brushes when either has less than 1 4 in length of carbon remaining or if the spring or wire is damaged or burned To inspect or replace brushes first unplug the saw Then remove the black plastic cap 1 on the side of the motor 2 Carefully remove the spring loaded cap Then pull out the brush and replace Replace for the other side To reassemble reverse the procedure The ears on the metal end of the assembly go in the same hole the carbon part fits into
7. AVOID DIRECT EYE CONTACT Laser radiated when laser guide is turned on Avoid direct eye contact s Laser Warning Label Max output lt imW DIODE LASER 630 670nm Complies with 21CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 e CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure e CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard e Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the laser If unqualified persons attempt to repair this laser product serious injury may result Any repair required on this laser product should be performed by authorized service center personnel CAUTION LASER RADIATION BG ROT STARE TQ BEAM OR VEYE DIRECTLY VATH OPTICAL HETRUMENTS MEAN GETPUT lt im WODE LAGER G 0 T0AM wwg lea wik 21 GEFA 1080 16 an 180 44 CLASS I LASER PRODUCT BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT A WARNING 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 90 0 Bevel adjustment Fig L 1 Loosen bevel lock handle 1 and tilt the cutting arm completely to the right Tighten the bevel lock handle 2 Place a combination square 2 on the miter table with the ruler against the table and the heel of the square against the saw blade 3 lf the blade is not 90 0 square with the miter table 5 loosen the bevel lock handle 1
8. Plan your work to avoid small pieces that may bind or are too small to clamp and hold securely e Plan the way you will grasp the workpiece from start to finish Avoid awkward operations and hand positions A sudden slip could cause your fingers or hand to move into the blade DO NOT OVERREACH Keep good footing and balance Keep your face and body to one side out of the line of a possible kickback NEVER stand in the line of the blade Never cut freehand s 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 e Make sure there are no gaps between the workpiece fence and table that will let the workpiece shift after it is cut e Keep the cut piece free to move sideways after it is cut off Otherwise it could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently e Only the workpiece should be on the saw s table e Secure work Use clamps or a vise to help hold the work when it is practical USE EXTRA CAUTION WITH LARGE OR ODD SHAPED WORKPIECES e Use extra supports tables sawhorses blocks etc for workpieces large enough to tip Never use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as an additional support for a workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic miter saw table or to help feed support or pull the workpiece e Do not use this saw to cut small pieces If the
9. Remove all adjusting wrenches from the tool before turning it on To avoid injury from jams slips or thrown pieces use only recommended accessories RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS section of this Operators Manual for recommended accessories Follow the instructions that corne with the accessory The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury Choose the correct 10 in blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do Do not use thin Kerf blades Make sure the blade is sharp undamaged and properly aligned With the saw unplugged push the cutting arm all the way down Manually spin the blade and check for clearance Tilt the miter head to a 45 bevel and repeat the test Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is no excessive play in any parts KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents A 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 Know your miter saw Read and understand the Operators Manual and labels affixed to the tool Learn its application and limitations as well as the potential hazards specific to this tool To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts do not lay out assemble or set up work on the miter saw Avoid accidental starti
10. SOC SET SCREW ME O B 6 2 OKAS CR RE PAN HD SCREW amp WASHER M5 0 8 16 2 OKet4 CR RE PAN HD SCREW 4 WASHER Ms 08 12 1 OKCP CR RE PAN HD TAPPING SCREW amp WASHER M5 12 60 2 OKLA PLASTIC SCREW M5 0 8 6 2 09K FLOW GUIDE 1 OGR COMPRESSION SPRING 1 OGME BRACKET STOP OQMK RUBBER CAP OGMY PROTECTOR WIRE 1 OGIMZ MOTOR COVER 1 OAS BRUSH HOLDER ASS Y 2 OQGT BRUSH ASS Y 2 OQRO BRUSH COVER 2 OQRZ BEARING BUSHING OGYU ARMATURE ASSY 1102 SPRING PIN 116D LEAD WIRE ASS Y RED 21JM ARBOR SHAFT ASS Y 2B79 CR RE PAN HD SCREW amp WASHER MS 0 8 35 4 2027 FIELD ASSY 2E70 GEAR BOX FAW Your Home For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Call anytime day or night U S A and Canada Www sears com WWW Sears ca Our Home For repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call or go on line for the location of your nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Center 1 800 488 1222 Call anytime day or night U S A only WWW sears com To purchase a protection agreement U S A or maintenance agreement Canada on a product se
11. Tighten the cap snugly but do not overtighten NOTE When reinstalling the same brushes put them back in the way they came out This will avoid a break in period that reduces motor performance and increases wear Fig GG LOWER BLADE GUARD Do not use the saw without the lower blade guard The lower blade guard is attached to the saw for your protection Should the lower guard become damaged do not use the saw until the damaged guard has been replaced Check regularly to make sure the lower guard is working properly Clean the lower guard of any dust or buildup with a damp cioth A WARNING e Do not use solvents on the guard They could make the plastic cloudy and brittle e When cleaning the lower guard unplug the saw from the power source receptacle to avoid unexpected start up 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 A WARNING If blowing sawdust wear proper eye protection to keep debris from blowing into eyes LUBRICATION FIG HH All the motor bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions therefore no further lubrication is required Lubricate the following as necessary Chop pivot Apply light machine oil to points indica
12. assembly 1 in one of the mounting holes 2 NOTE There are no screws to secure clamp The clamp will secure itself to the base when turning the knob 3 to clamp the workpiece Do not use your other hand to hold the clamp when tightening Only turn knob 3 to secure clamp to table The clamp will tilt at an angle and secure itself when tightened A WARNING When using stop block on the right side hold down clamp must also be in right side Using hold down clamp on the left side during this operation can cause kickback and serious injury to the operator Fig E REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE TABLE INSERT FIG F A WARNING To avoid injury e Always unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting Remove all small pieces of material from the table cavity before performing any cuts The table insert may be removed for this purpose but always reattach the table insert prior to performing a cutting operation e Do not start the sliding compound miter saw without checking for interference between the blade and table insert Damage could result to the blade table insert or turntable if blade strike occurs during the cutting operation 1 To remove loosen and remove the six screws 1 on the table insert 2 with a Phillips screwdriver and remove the insert 2 To install reposition the table insert install the six screws and tighten 3 Check for blade clearance by moving the slide carriage through the full motion of
13. in x 12 in Double Insulated Yes 45 Miter and 45 Bevel 1 5 8 in x 8 in MITER SAW BLADE Rotating Table Diamsier oriin nnn 10in Miter Detent Stops 0 15 22 5 31 67 45 R amp L APDOP oes 5 8 in Bevel Positive Stops O 88 97 45 L Extension Wings Yes 4 WARNING To avoid electrical hazards fire hazards or damage to the tool use proper circuit protection This tool is wired at the factory for 110 120 Volt operation It must be connected to a 110 120 Volt 15 Ampere time delay fuse or circuit breaker To avoid shock or fire replace power cord immediately if it is worn cut or damaged in any way Before using your tool it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury to you or damage to the tool POWER TOOL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all the instructions below before using the power tool These safety instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition that could occur As with any power tool common sense vigilance and due care must be used 1 READ and become familiar with the entire Operators Manual LEARN the tool s application limitations and possible hazards 2 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order 3 REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
14. using always visually examine the blade and tips for bent blade cracks breakage missing or loose tips or other damage Do not use if damage is suspected Failure to heed safety instructions and warnings can result in serious bodily injury TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY Supplied Not supplied Oa Blade Wrench Combination Square aed Phillips Screwdriver Slotted Screwdriver COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE Should not gap or overlap when square is flipped over see dotted figure Straight edge or a 3 4 in board this edge must be Draw light line on board perfectly straight along this edge Gap from untrue square when flipped over CARTON CONTENTS UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW A 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 Remove the miter saw from the carton IMPORTANT Do not lift the miter saw by the switch handle or miter table handle It may cause misalignment Lift only by the built in carrying handles located at the top of the machine Blade Wrench Dust Bag 2 Place the saw on a secure stationary work surface 3 Separate all parts from the packing material Check each one with the illustration below to make certain all items are accounted for before discarding any packing m
15. washers and screws must be purchased separately 2 For portable use place the saw on a 3 4 in thick piece of plywood Bolt the base of the miter saw securely to the plywood using the mounting holes on the base Use C clamps to clamp this mounting board to a stable work surface at the worksite Fig G 1 Fig G 1 REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE BLADE A WARNING Do not use a blade larger than 10 in in diameter 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 Blade Fig H I and J 1 Unplug the saw from the outlet 2 Allow the cutting head to rise to the upright position Raise the lower blade guard 1 to the up position 3 Loosen the cover plate screw 2 with a Phillips screwdriver 4 Rotate the cover plate 3 towards the rear of the tool to expose the arbor bolt 4 5 Place the blade wrench over the arbor bolt Fig H 6 Locate the arbor lock 5 on the motor below the switch handle Fig 7 Press the arbor lock holding it in firmly while turning the blade wrench clockwise The arbor lock will engage after turning the wrench Continue to hold the arbor locking to keep it engaged while turning the wrench clockwise to loosen the arbor bolt Fig 8 Remove the arbor bolt 6 the outer blade collar 8 and the blade 7 Do not remove the inner blade collar Fig J NOTE Pay attent
16. 12370 WARNING When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement paris Use of any other parts many create a HAZARD or cause product damage Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Miter Saw may create a HAZARD unless repair is done by a qualified service technician Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Service Center PARTS LIST FOR SAW SCHEMATIC LD No Description Size Qty 1 DNo Description Size Qty h SLIDE PLATE 3 SPRING PIN 083R TRIGGER 1 2507 HEX SOCKET HD CAP SCREW M5 0 8 35 3 O832 CORD CLAMP 1 Z5TD MITER BAR 4 OSA WARNING LABEL 1 25TE STOP BLOCK LEFT 23 0915 COMPRESSION SPRING 25TF STOP BLOCK RIGHT 23 OCES COMPRESSION SPRING 1 262V ANCHOR PLATE OCH3 COLLAR 1 26LU WARNING LABEL OCKS SPRING WIRE I 2Z7KY CLAMP BOLT OCM3 HOLD DOWN CLAMP ASS Y j 27 PF COMPRESSION SPRING ICGH BEVELSTOP LOCKING HANDLE 1 290M WARNING LABEL OCRA SHAFI i 2B5S HEX HD BOLT M10 1 5 75 OCT2 SH AFT SLEEVE 1 2BLG SHAFT PIVOT OCYS DUST BAG ASS Y 1 2BLK COLLAR ODHT SPRING GUARD 1 2BSF FENCE HAW ODTH CENTER BOLT 1 2BTL COLLAR ODVS BLADE WRENCH 1 28TW EXTENTION WING HAW OHXV LINEAR MOTION BEARING 2 2037 EXTENTION WING BAW OJ4E FLAT WASHER p 13 1 1 2C8U KNOB 2 OJ BA FLAT WASHER pi2 21 1 1 2CD2 COMPRESSION SPRING OJA FLAT WASHER p8 16 2 5 1 2CD7 SPRING PIN 2 0374 FLAT WASHER 1 4 5 8 3 32 2D92 CONTROLLER ASS Y OJFG FLAT WASHER 3 8 29 32 1 6 1
17. 2DGC MOTOR HANDLE OJAZ WAVE WASHER WW 6 2 2DQD MOTOR HANDLE OJBO WAVE WASHER WW 3 2 2DUY EAD WIRE ASSTY OJBG DISC SPRING WASHER pl2 j 2DWF BASE HAW OJEX E RING 1 2DWG TABLE HAW OJMIN O RING 1 2DWH SUPPORT HAW OUMP O RING 1 2DWJ ABLE INSERT OJPE EX HD BOLT M 6 1 0 20 2 2DWK TABLE IMSERT OJPF HEX HD BOLT M 10 25 1 2DWL PLUNGER HANDLE OJX7 HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 1 0 6 3 2DWP NEEDLE POINTER OJZN ARBOR BOLT NA8 1 25 20 l 2DWQ EEDLE POINTER OK2B HEX SOC HD CAP SCREW M 10 16 7 2DWR ARM MIFER HAW OK2L HEX SOC HD CAP SCREW MB 1 25 30 4 2DWS BEARING COVER 2 OKSD CR RE COUNT HD SCREW NA6 1 0 20 1 ZDWY CLAMP BOLT OK74 CR RE TRUSS HD SCREW M6 T 0 8 1 2DWX SLIDE BAR SEAT FRONT HAW OK7L CR RE ROUND WASHER HD SCREW M 1 0 16 2 2DWY SLIDING RAIL 2 OKZX CR RE TRUSS HD ROUND NECK SCREW M6 1 0 10 2 2DWZ SLIDE BAR SEAT REAR HOE OK7Z CR RE TRUSS HD ROUND NECK SCREW M6 1 0 14 2 2DXQ LEVER OKAS CR RE PAN HD TAPPING SCREW AAG 24 10 1 2Dx2 SLIDE BAR BLADE GUARD OKB CR RE PAN HD TAPPING SCREW MA 18 16 2 2DX4 PC GUARD OKB9 CR RE PAN HD TAPPING SCREW M5 16 16 1 2DX5 LEVER OKBD CR RE PAN HD TAPPING SCREW M4 18 25 4 2DX7 ARM HAW OKDE RE PAN HD SCREW M4 0 7 8 5 2DX9 SEGMENT HADELE OKDZ RE PAN HD SCREW MA 0 7 10 6 2DXA COVER OKDH HD SCREW MS 0 8 6 2 2DXE SEGMENT HADELE OKDM CR RE PAN HD SCREW NAS 9 8 20 3 2DXN MOTOR OKDR CR RE PAN HD SCREW M5 0 8 16 3 2E5F BRAC
18. G FIG W 1 Push the bevel detent stop pin 2 in toward the front of the machine 2 Loosen the bevel lock handle 1 3 Rotate the cutting head until the bevel detent pin stops the bevel angle at 33 9 on the bevel scale 4 Tighten the bevel lock handle before making a cut Fig W COMPOUND CUT FIG X A compound cut is the combination of a miter and a bevel cut simultaneously 1 Loosen the bevel lock handle 1 and position the cutting head at the desired bevel position Lock the bevel lock handle 2 Loosen the miter handle 2 Press down the positive stop locking lever 3 and position the table at the desired angle Release the positive stop locking lever and lock the miter handle Fig X SLIDE CUTTING WIDE BOARDS UP TO 12 in WIDE FIG Y A WARNING To avoid injury e Never pull the cutting head assembly and spinning blade toward you during the cut The blade may try to climb up on the top of the workpiece causing the cutting assernbly and spinning blade to kick back forcefully The cutting head assembly should be drawn back completely then pushed forward when sawing e Let the blade reach full speed before cutting This will help reduce the risk of a thrown workpiece To Slide Cut Wide Boards Fig Y 1 Unlock the carriage lock handle 1 and allow the cutting head assembly to move freely 2 Set both the desired bevel angle and or the miter angle and lock into position 3 Use
19. HMENTS RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Ay WARNING e Use only accessories recommended for this miter saw Follow instructions that accompany accessories Use of improper accessories may cause hazards e The use of any cutting tool except 10 inch saw blades which meet the requirements under recommended accessories is prohibited Do not use accessories such as shaper cutters or dado sets Ferrous metal cutting and the use of abrasive wheels is prohibited Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury ACCESSORIES Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears Power and Hand Tool Catalog to purchase recommended accessories for this power tool WARNING To avoid the risk of personal injury do not modify this power tool or use accessories no recommended by Sears A WARNING Read wamings and conditions on your CARBIDE TIPPED SAW BLADE Do not operate the saw without the proper saw blade guard in place Carbide is a very hard but brittle material Care should be taken while mounting using and storing carbide tipped blades to prevent accidental damage Slight shocks such as striking the tip while handling can seriously damage the blade Foreign objects in the workpiece such as wire or nails can also cause tips to crack or break off Before
20. ING PLATE BAW OKDS CR RE PAN HD SCREW M5 0 8 40 2E63 ROCKER SWITCH OKDT CR RE PAN HD SCREW M6 1 0 6 2 2EPB TORSION SPRING OKDY CR RE PAN HD SCREW NA6 1 0 16 4 2ESH CUTTER SHAFT GUARD HAW OKEO CR RE PAN HD SCREW M6 1 0 40 2 2EU9 STEEL GUARD QKKK CR RE PAN HD ROUND NECK SCREW M6 1 0 12 1 2EUA PLASTIC GUARD OKKX CR RE PAN HD ROUND NECK SCREW M5 0 8 14 1 2EXC OCATION PIN OKKAR HEX NUT M5 0 8 T 4 2EYT POWER CABLE OKMS HEX NUT M 1 OT 5 4 2QEYU CR RE PAN HD TAPPING SCREW M5 12 30 OKQW LOCK NUT MS Q 8 T 5 1 EYV SPRING PIN OKK NUT M6e 10 T 6 4 2F39 CLEMIS PIN OKRO NUT MI2 1 75 T 12 j QF LASER ASS Y OKR4 LOCK NUT MB 1 25 T 6 1 2F9N STICKER OKT CABLE CLAMP 1 2FCE BRACKET TILT OKTS CABLE CLAMP 1 2FCF TILTINGS SCALE OKUW TERMIN AL 2 JAK LOCKING HANDLE ASS Y OLU2 LIMIT SWACH 2JAP BLADE OGG CORD GUARD 1 2313 OPERATOR S MANUAL OS1S COLLAR 1 23NN LABEL OS2B CR RE PAN HD TAPPING SCREW Me6 1 0 25 2 2JNP ROCKER SWITCH QSTZ TRADE MARK LABEL 1 2ING TRADEMARK LABEL OUOS HEX SOC HD CAP SCREW 2 2K8Q WARNING LABEL 23LN KNOB HANDLE 1 2K96 WARNING LABEL 23NF ARBOR COLLAR 2 10 IN SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW MODEL NO 137 212370 SCHEMATIC FOR SAW 2858 2ECE O16 10 IN SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW MODEL NO 137 212370 PARTS LIST AND SCHEMATIC FOR MOTOR LD No Description Size Qty OHV BALL BEARING 6201ZLU CHAU BALL BEARING 620022 OHX NEEDLE BEARING OJX2 HEX
21. LL 1 800 4 MY HOME TO ARRANGE FOR FREE REPAIR or replacement if repair proves impossible if this tool is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty will apply for only ninety days from the date of purchase This warranty applies only while this tool is in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary frorn state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Ay WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e 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 dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MOTOR MITER SAW Power Source 1 120V AC 60Hz 15 Amp Cutting Capacity Arbor Shaft Size 5 8 in CROSSCUL a kz Rn 3 5 8 in x 12 in Speed uazie aa 4800 RPM No load Miter 45 R BL aan 3 5 8 in x 8 in Brake wa re gee WA ME Electric Bevel SO ana Aalen 1 5 8
22. NATTENDED TURN THE POWER OFF Do not walk away from a running tool until the blade comes to a complete stop and then unplug the unit DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories DIRECTION OF FEED Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter WARNING Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health Always operate the saw in a well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal DO NOT loan your tool to another person without providing him her with the Operators Manual Be sure he she learns the tools applications and possible hazards SLIDE COMPOUND MITER SAW SAFETY T IMPORTANT DO NOT USE THIN KERF BLADES They can deflect and contact the blade guard and cause possible injury to the operator DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to these instructions IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of miter saws seek guidance from your supervisor instructor or other qualified person ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and table DO NOT perform any operation freehand use clamp wherever possible KEEP HANDS out of the path of the saw blade If the workpiece you are cutting would cause your hands to be with
23. Operator s Manual CRAFTSMAN 10 in SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW WITH LASER TRAC Model No 137 212370 Ga Sse _ SS G ZA Jee f eps naw gt ij gt A z Sa CAUTION Safety Instructions Before using this Miter Saw e Installation read this manual and follow Operation all its Safety Rules and e Maintenance e Parts List Operating Instructions Sears Parts 8 Repair Center Customer Help Line For Technical Support 1 800 843 1682 Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman Part No 137212370001 1 800 488 1222 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE SECTION PAGE Warranty aso Gio eS wee Rasta Rea dati 2 Know Your Sliding Compound Miter Saw 8 Product Specifications cr 2 Glossary of Terms reren 9 Power Tool Safety eroriari ie eaii 3 Asse mO satara entant A renal 10 Sliding Compound Miter Saw Safety 4 Adjustments aaa 14 Electrical Requirements and Safety 4 Operati innii PTE 16 Accessories and Attachment 6 Maintenance oo eect eeeeees 24 Tools Needed for Assembly 1 6 Troubleshooting Guide 25 Carton Contents 7 FANS LISP der p ee Tad 26 ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL If this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase CA
24. PTH FIG Q The maximum depth travel of the cutting head was set at the factory Check to see that the blade does not extend more than 1 4 in below the table insert and does not touch the control arm throat or any part of the base or table If the maximum depth needs readjusting 1 Loosen the stop knob 1 while moving the cutting head down until the blade extends just 1 4 in below the table insert 2 Adjust the stop knob 1 to touch the stop plate 2 3 Recheck the blade depth by moving the cutting head front to back through the full motion of a cut along the control arm If the blade touches the inside of the control arm readjust the seiting OPERATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW OPERATIONS BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW A WARNING To avoid mistakes that could cause serious permanent injury do not plug the tool in until the following steps are completed e Completely assemble and adjust the saw following the instructions SEE ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS SECTIONS s Learn the use and function of the ON OFF switch upper and lower blade guards stop latch bevel lock handle and cover plate screws e Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this Operator s Manual SEE SAFETY AND OPERATIONS SECTIONS s Review the MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw e To avoid injury or possible death from electrical shock make sure your fingers do not touch the plug
25. YE PROTECTION Any power tool can throw debris into the eyes and could cause permanent eye damage ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles not glasses that comply with ANSI Safety standard Z87 1 Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses They ARE NOT safety glasses NOTE Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI 287 1 could cause serious injury 13 WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK Sawing 14 15 16 17 18 20 2f 22 23 24 25 operation produces dust SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical It s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER SOURCE before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades bits and cutters REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Make sure switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the tool USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult this Operator s Manual for recommended accessories The use of improper accessories may cause injury to yourself or others NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING U
26. a hold down clamp to secure the workpiece 4 Grasp the switch handle 2 and pull the carriage 3 forward until the center of the saw blade is over the front of the workpiece 4 5 Engage the trigger to turn the saw on 6 When the saw reaches full speed push the switch handle down slowly cutting through the leading edge of the workpiece 7 Slowly move the switch handle toward the fence completing the cut 8 Release the trigger and allow the blade to stop spinning before allowing the cutting head to raise CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL FIG 2 A bowed workpiece must be positioned against the fence and secured with a clamping devise before cutting as shown Do not position workpiece incorrecily or try to cut the workpiece without the support of the fence This will cause the blade to bind and could result in personal injury Fig Z WORKPIECE SUPPORT AND REPETITIVE CUTTING USING THE STOP PLATE FIG BB Long pieces need extension table support 1 Loosen the knob 1 then slide the extension table to desired position and tighten the knob 2 The stop plate is designed for use during repetitive cutting Only use one stop plate at a time Loosen the locking bolt 2 rotate the stop plate 3 to vertical position and retighten the locking bolt Fig BB AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE FIG CC When making multiple or repetitive cuts that result in cut off pieces of one inch or less it is possible for the saw blade to catch
27. aterial A WARNING If any part is missing or damaged do not attempt to assemble the miter saw or plug in the power cord until the missing or damaged part is correctly replaced To avoid electric shock use only identical replacement parts when servicing double insulated tools Call 1 800 4 MY HOME for replacement parts Miter Handle KNOW YOUR SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW Carrying Handle Upper Blade Guard Laser Guide Carrying Handle F LES a SZ Laser ON OFF switch NZD Seo za SG Switch Handle 2 2 A SSS Bevel Detent Pin gt z za Hold Down Clamp k ipi z z gt Vy ON OFF Trigger Switch Fence J y Lower Blade Guard Mounting Holes 9 Ko moz sD Blade p R gt gt Miter Handle T Table Base qa Left Extension Table Slide Carriage Table Insert I 8 Stop Plate Positive Stop Locking Lever FRIWEMISEPEIENE GLOSSARY OF TERMS ARBOR LOCK Allows the user to keep the blade from rotating while tightening or loosening the arbor locking bolt during blade replacement or removal BASE Supports the table holds accessories and allows for workbench or leg set mounting BEVEL LOCKING HANDLE Locks the miter saw at a desired bevel angle BEVEL SCALE To measure the bevel angle of the saw blade 0 to 45 left COVER PLATE SCREW Loosen this screw and rotate the plate for access to the blade arbor locking bolt FENCE Helps to kee
28. e blade to stop unplug the saw and contact customer service TO TURN SAW ON FIG Squeeze the trigger switch 1 to turn the miter saw ON Release the trigger switch to turn the saw OFF NOTE Make the ON OFF switch childproof Insert a padlock or chain with padlock through the holes 2 in the trigger switch locking the tool s switch preventing children and other unqualified users from turning the machine on The miter saw is equipped with an automatic blade brake When the trigger switch is released the electric blade brake will stop the blade within approximately 6 seconds A WARNING To avoid injury after completing a cut and releasing the trigger switch allow the blade brake to activate and stop the blade before raising the cutting head A WARNING To avoid injury check and tighten the arbor bolt periodically Fig S 1 SLIDING CARRIAGE SYSTEM FIG T Ay WARNING To reduce the risk of injury return carriage to the full rear position after each crosscut operation 1 For chop cutting operations on small workpieces slide the cutting head assembly completely toward the rear of the unit and tighten the carriage lock knob 1 2 To cut wide boards up to 12 in the carriage lock knob must be loosened to allow the cutting head to slide freely Fig T BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW e Never leave tool running unattended Turn power OFF Wait for all moving parts to stop s Make workshop childproof
29. e sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and cause overheating The table below shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit must not be less than a 12 wire with a 20A time lag fuse or a 14 wire with a 15 A time lag fuse NOTE When using an extension cord on a circuit with a 14 wire the extension cord must not exceed 25 feet in length Before connecting the tool to the power line make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate running at a lower voltage will damage the motor MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG When usng 120 volts only Ampere Rating Total length of Cord ft Soft 1OOfL 150ft CAUTION In all cases make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a certified electrician check the receptacle ACCESSORIES AND ATTAC
30. fuse To avoid shock or fire if power cord is worn or cut or damaged in any way have it replaced immediately ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS cont d DOUBLE INSULATED The power tool is double insulated to provide a double thickness of insulation between you and tool s electrical system All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation Replacement parts When servicing use only identical replacement paris Polarized plugs This saw has a plug that looks like the one shown below ites To reduce the risk of electrical shock this saw has 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 the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way WARNING Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool To avoid electrocution 1 Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool with double insulation Servicing should be performed by a qualified technician 2 Do not use power tools in wet or damp locations or expose them to rain or snow MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION IMPORTANT To avoid motor damage the motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to keep sawdust from interfer
31. in 7 1 2 in of the saw blade the workpiece should be clamped in place before making the cut MAKE SURE the blade is sharp runs freely and is free of vibration ALLOW the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS CLEAN and free of chips or dust ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before cutting even if the table is positioned in one of the positive stops MAKE SURE both the blade and the collar are clean and the arbor bolt is tightened securely USE only blade collars specified for your saw NEVER use blades larger than 10 in in diameter NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when the saw is running ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage before operation Replace a cracked or damaged blade immediately NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less than 4800 rpm ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at all times NEVER reach around the saw blade MAKE SURE the blade is not in contact with the workpiece before the switch is turned ON 19 IMPORTANT After completing a cut release the trigger switch and wait for the blade to stop before returning the saw to the raised position 20 MAKE SURE the blade has come to a complete stop before removing or securing the workpiece changing the workpiece angle or changing the angle of the blade 21 NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this tool This miter saw is designed for use
32. ing with the motor ventilation 1 CONNECT this saw to a 120 V 15 A circuit with a 15 A time delay tuse or circuit breaker Using the wrong size fuse can damage the motor 2 If the motor won t start release the trigger switch immediately UNPLUG THE SAW Check the saw blade to make sure it turns freely If the blade is free try to start the saw again If the motor still does not start refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 3 lf the tool suddenly stalls while cutting wood release the trigger switch unplug the tool and free the blade from the wood The saw may now be started and the cut finished 4 FUSES may blow or circuit breakers may trip frequently if a MOTOR is overloaded overloading can occur if you feed too rapidly or make too many start stops in a short time b 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 c IMPROPER or dull saw blades are used 5 Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or incorrect connections overload low voltage or inadequate power supply wiring Always check the connections the load and supply circuit if the motor doesn t run well Check minimum gauge for the iength of cord you are using on the chart below GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS Use a proper extension cord Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord b
33. ion to the pieces removed noting their position and direction they face Wipe the blade collars clean of any sawdust before installing a new blade Fig J installing Blade Fig H I J Unplug the miter saw before changing installing the blade 1 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 and the blade teeth are pointing downward 2 Place the outer blade collar 8 against the blade and on the arbor Thread the arbor bolt 6 onto the arbor Fig J in a counterclockwise direction IMPORTANT Make sure the flats of the blade collars are engaged with the flats on the arbor shaft Place the blade wrench on the arbor bolt Press the arbor lock 5 holding it in firmly while turning the blade counterclockwise When arbor lock engages continue to press it in while tightening the arbor bolt securely 5 Rotate the cover plate 3 back to its original position until the slot in the cover plate engages with the cover plate screw 2 While holding the lower blade guard tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver Fig H NOTE The lower blade guard must be raised to the upright position to access the cover plate screw 6 Lower the blade guard 1 and verify that the operation of the guard does not bind or stick Fig H 7 Be sure the arbor lock is released so the blade turns freely A WARNING e To avoid injur
34. ker tripped on 3 Verify there is electrical power at the outlet home panel Contact Sears Service Center Other Brush spark when 1 Brush worn Replace Brushes See MAINTENANCE section switch released Other Contact Sears Service Center TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SAW OPERATION PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION Blade hits table 1 Misalignment 1 See ADJUSTMENT Cutting Arm Travel section 1 See OPERATION Miter Angle Adjustment Angle of cut not Seniesa Cannot 1 Miter table unlocked section adjust miter 2 Sawdust under table 2 Vacuum or blow out dust WEAR EYE PROTECTION t Loose pivot points i See ADJUSTMENT Cutting Arm Travel section Cutting arm will not 1 Pivot bolt too tight 1 Loosen pivot bolt lock nut see adjustment fully raise or blade 2 Pivot spring not replaced properly section guard won t fully after service 2 Contact Sears Service Center close Sawdust build up 3 See MAINTENANCE section Blade binds jams Improper operation 1 See BASIC SAW OPERATION section burns wood Dull or warped blade 2 Replace or sharpen blade Improper blade size 3 Replace with 10 in diameter blade Wood is moving during cut 4 Use hold down clamp to secure workpiece to table Saw blade not round damaged loose 1 Replace blade Arbor bolt loose 2 Tighten arbor bolt PARTS LIST 10 IN SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW MODEL NO 137 2
35. lock the miter table into position by turning the miter handle in the clockwise direction Fig MITER SCALE INDICATOR ADJUSTMENT FIG O t 2 Move the table to the 0 positive stop Loosen the screw 4 that holds the indicator with a Phillips screwdriver Adjust the indicator 3 to the O mark and retighten SCrew ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS FIG P dz 2 3 Loosen the four fence locking bolts 1 Lower the cutting arm and lock in position Using a square 3 lay the heel of the square against the blade and the ruler against the fence 2 as shown Adjust the fence 90 to the blade and tighten the four fence locking bolts CAUTION If the saw has not been used recenily recheck blade squareness to the fence and readjust if needed After fence has been aligned using a scrap piece of wood make a cut at 90 then check squareness on the piece Readjust if necessary Fig P Sh i SETTING CUTTING DEPTH FIG Q The depth of cut can be preset for even and repetitive shallow cuts 1 Adjust the cutting head down See CUTTING HEAD section until the teeth of the blade are at the desired depth 2 While holding the upper arm in that position turn the stop knob 1 until it touches the stop plate 2 3 Recheck the blade depth by moving the cutting head front to back through the full motion of a typical cut along the control arm Fig Q ADJUSTING CUTTING DE
36. nd 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 Don t force the saw It will do the job better and safer at its designed rate Starting a cut e Place hands at least 7 1 2 in away from the path of the blade out of the no hands zone 1 e Hold workpiece firmly against the fence to prevent movement toward the blade e With the power switch OFF bring the saw blade down to the workpiece to see the cutting path of the blade e Squeeze trigger switch to start saw e Lower blade into workpiece with a firm downward motion Finishing a cut e Hold the cutting arm in the down position e Release trigger switch and wait for all moving parts to stop before moving your hands and raising the cutting arm e lf the blade doesn t stop within 6 seconds unplug the saw and follow the instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE section for adjusting the blade brake before using the saw again Before freeing jammed material e Release trigger switch e Wait for all moving parts to stop e Unplug the miter saw Fig R BASIC SAW OPERATIONS A WARNING For your convenience your saw has a blade 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 doesn t stop within approximately 6 seconds wait for th
37. ng Make sure the switch is in the OFF position before plugging the miter saw into a power outlet PLAN YOUR WORK Use the right tool Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed to do Use a different tool for any workpiece that cannot be held in a solidly braced fixed position A WARNING This machine is NOT designed for cutting masonry masonry products or ferrous metals steel iron and iron based metals Use this miter saw to cut only wood and wood by products Other materials may shatter bind the blade or create other dangers Remove all nails that may be in the workpiece to prevent sparking that could cause a fire DRESS FOR SAFETY Any power tool can throw debris into the eyes This can result in permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses and are not safety glasses Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI 287 1 could seriously injure you when they break s Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry rings watches They can get caught and draw you into moving parts Wear non slip footwear Tie back long hair Roll long sleeves above the elbow Noise levels vary widely To avoid possible hearing damage wear hearing protection when using any miter saw e For dusty operations wear a dust mask along with safety goggles INSPECT YOUR WORKPIECE s Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece being cut s
38. on wood and wood like products 22 NEVER cut small pieces If the workpiece being cut would cause your hand or fingers to be within 7 1 2 in of the saw blade the workpiece is too small 23 PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw table for long workpieces 24 NEVER use the miter saw in areas with flammable liquids or gases 25 NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material 26 SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting the tool 27 DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and clean the machine when finished using 28 MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving the machine 29 SHOULD any part of your miter saw become missing damaged fail in any way or any electrical component fail to perform properly shut off the switch and remove the plug from the power supply outlet Replace missing damaged or failed parts before resuming operation ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Ay WARNING POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS 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 Your saw is wired at the factory for 120 V operation Connect to a 120 V circuit This circuit must not be less than a 12 wire with a 20 A time lag fuse or a 14 wire with a 15 A time lag
39. p the workpiece from moving when sawing Scaled to assist with accurate cutting LOWER BLADE GUARD Helps protect your hands from the blade in the raised position It retracts as the blade is lowered MITER HANDLE Used to rotate the saw to the right or left cutting position MITER SCALE To measure the miter angle 0 to 45 left O to 45 right MOUNTING HOLES Used to mount the miter saw toa stable surface ON OFF TRIGGER SWITCH To start the tool squeeze the trigger Release the trigger to stop the miter saw POSITIVE STOP LOCKING LEVER Used in combination with the miter handle it locks the miter saw at a preset positive stop for the desired miter angle STOP LATCH Locks the miter saw in the lowered position for compact storage and transportation SWITCH HANDLE The switch handle contains the trigger switch The blade is lowered into the workpiece by pushing down on the handle The saw will return to its upright position when the handle is released WARNING LABELS Read and understand for your own safety Always make certain these are in place and legible WRENCH STORAGE Convenient storage to prevent misplacing the blade wrench WOODWORKING TERMS ARBOR The shaft on which a blade is mounted BEVEL CUT An angle cut made through the face of the workpiece COMPOUND CUT A simultaneous bevel and miter cut CROSSCUT A cut made across the width or grain of the workpiece
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41. s metal prongs when plugging in or unplugging your miter saw SEE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY SECTIONS BEFORE EACH USE Inspect your saw e Disconnect the miter saw To avoid injury from accidental starting unplug the saw before any adjustments including setup and blade changes e Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to the direction arrow on the blade The blade teeth should always point downward at the front of the saw e Tighten the arbor bolt s Tighten the cover plate screw e Check for damaged parts check for Alignment of moving parts Damaged blade teeth Damaged electric cords Binding of moving parts Mounting holes Function of arm return spring and lower guard Push the cutting arm all the way down and then let it rise until it stops The lower guard should close fully Follow the instructions in the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment if necessary Other conditions that may affect the way the miter saw works e e Keep all guards in place in working order and properly adjusted If any part of this miter saw is missing damaged or broken or any electrical parts do not work turn off the saw and unplug it Replace bent damaged missing or defective parts before using the saw again Maintain tools with care Keep the miter saw clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating Do not apply lubricants to the blade while it is spinning
42. table Miter at 45 bevel at O Miter at 0 bevel at 45 NOTE Always perform a dry run cut so you can determine if the operation being attempted is possible before power is applied to the saw CUTTING CROWN MOLDING FIG EE FF Your compound miter saw is suited for the difficult task of cutting crown molding To fit properly crown molding must be compound mitered with extreme accuracy The two surfaces on a piece of crown molding that fit flat against the ceiling and wall are at angles that when added together equal exactly 90 Most crown molding has a top rear angle the section that fits flat against the ceiling of 52 and a bottom rear angle the section that fits flat against the wall of 38 in order to accurately cut crown molding for a 90 inside or outside corner lay the molding with its broad back surface flat on the saw table When setting the bevel and miter angles for compound miters remember that the settings are interdependent changing one changes the other as well Fig EE COO Miter saw table Bevel Miter Settings Fig FF Settings for standard crown molding lying flat on compound miter saw table Inside Corner Outside Corner Compound Cut Crown Moldings NOTE The chart below references a compound cut for crown molding ONLY WHEN THE ANGLE BETWEEN THE WALLS EQUALS 90 BEVEL MITER ASP SETTING SETTING Inside corner Left side IL 13397 31 67 1 Posi
43. ted in illustration Central pivot of plastic guard Use light household oil sewing machine oil on metal to metal or metal to plastic guard contact areas as required for smooth quiet operation Avoid excessive oil to which sawdust will cling Link which actuates the lower guard movement may be oiled at the rear pivot greased at ball bearing contact and oiled where the link actuates the acetyl roller of the lower guard if the down chop motion is hard to start Fig HH Chop pivot Central pivot of plastic guard TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE To avoid injury from accidental starting always turn switch OFF and unplug the tool before moving replacing the blade or making adjustments TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MOTOR PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION Brake does not Motor brushes not sealed or lightly Inspect clean replace brushes See stop blade within 6 sticking MAINTENANCE section seconds Motor brake overheated from use of Use a recommended blade Let cool down See defective or wrong size blade or rapid REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE BLADE ON OFF cycling section Arbor bolt loose Retighten See REMOVING OR INSTALLING Brushes cracked damaged etc THE BLADE section Other Replace brushes Contact Sears Service Center Motor does not start 1 Limit switch failure Replace limit switch Brush worn Replace brushes See MAINTENANCE section Fuse blown or circuit brea
44. the blade in the table slot MOUNTING THE MITER SAW FIG G G 1 A WARNING To avoid injury form unexpected saw movement e Disconnect the power cord from the outlet and lock the cutting head in the lower position using the stop latch e Lock the slide carriage in place by tightening the slide carriage lock knob s To avoid back injury lift the saw by using the designated carrying handles located on the top of the machine When lifting bend at your knees not from your back e Never carry the miter saw by the power cord or by the switch handle Carrying the tool by the power cord could cause damage to the insulation or the wire connections resulting in electric shock or fire e To avoid injury from flying debris do not allow visitors to stand near the saw during any cutting operation s Support the saw on a level work surface e Bolt or clamp the saw to its support Mounting instructions 1 For stationary use place the saw in the desired location directly on a workbench where there is room for handling and proper support of the workpiece The base of the saw has four mounting holes Bolt the base of the miter saw 1 to the work surface 5 using the fastening method as shown in Fig G Fig G 1 Miter saw base 2 Hex head bolt 3 Rubber washer 4 Flat washer 5 Workbench 6 Flat washer 5 7 Lockwasher 8 Hex nut 9 Jam nut NOTE Mounting hardware is not included with this tool Bolts nuts
45. the cut off piece and throw it out of the saw or into the blade guard and housing possibly causing damage or injury To minimize this an auxiliary wood fence can be mounted to your saw Holes are provided in the saw fence to attach an auxiliary wood fence This fence is to be constructed of straight wood approximately 3 4 in thick by 2 1 2 in high by 18 in long Attach the wood fence securely and make a full depth cut to make a blade slot 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 removed when bevel cutting Fig CC CUTTING BASE MOLDING FIG DD Base moldings and many cther moldings can be cut on a compound miter saw The setup of the saw depends on molding characteristics and applications as shown Perform practice cuts on scrap material To achieve best results 1 Always make sure moldings rest firmly against fence and table Use hold down or C clamps whenever possible and place tape on the area being clamped to avoid marks 2 Reduce splintering by taping the cut area prior to making cut Mark cut line directly on the tape 3 Splintering typically happens due to wrong blade application and thinness of the material Fig DD F F al Workpiece e Workpiece n n c c e e Miter saw table Miter saw
46. tion top of molding against fence Right 2 Miter table set at RIGHT 31 69 3 LEFT side is finished piece Inside corner Right side 389 31 6 1 Position bottom of molding against Lett fence 2 Miter table set at LEFT 31 6 3 LEFT side is finished piece Outside corner Left side OL 183 9 31 6 1 Position bottom of molding against Left fence Miter table set at LEFT 31 67 3 RIGHT side is finished piece Outside corner Right side 33 9 31 6 11 Position top of molding against fence Right 2 Miter table set at RIGHT 31 6 3 RIGHT side is finished piece TYPE OF CUT N CROWN MOLDING CHART Compound Miter Saw Miter and Bevel Angle Settings Wall to Crown Molding Angle AGE 52 38 Crown Molding Yas O e es on es so 69 41 85 40 50 45 81 35 64 43 16 RZ 4250 73 205 a BKE 40 1 81 35 79 36 81 39 62 3253 38 63 86 3343 3717 3134 34 86 36 69 36 21 354 35 26 30 00 34 79 2971 33 19 34 33 2942 3251 2683 95 32 47 32 94 28 54 96 28 58 27 34 30 78 31 13 27 34 30 24 26 73 92 05 28 48 2550 08 1 22 98 26 51 25 92 2361 42 22 55 26 15 25 50 23 29 22 17 24 66 15 23 84 7 23 43 23 02 49 19 98 23 57 22 81 2103 1848 22 09 21 00 1972 1 52887 Crown Molding A5 45 Crown Molding alls E 58 126 17 42 20 36 19 81 18 72 8 39 5 05 1 12 739 1 05 15 33 8 89 6 71 433 14 99 8 31 17 09 6 38 570 E
47. toring the miter saw the slide carriage should always be locked in position The slide carriage lock knob 1 is located on the bottom of the slide carriage Fig B SAW BLADE WRENCH FIG B 1 1 For convenient storage and prevention of loss there is a slot 1 in the rear of the carrying handle 2 for storing the blade wrench 3 when not in use Fig B 1 CUTTING HEAD FIG Raising 1 Push down slightly on the switch handle 1 2 Pullout the stop latch knob 2 3 Allow the cutting head to rise to the up position A WARNING To avoid injury and damage to the saw transport and store the miter saw with the cutting head locked in the down position Never use the stop latch to hold the cutting head in a down position for cutting operations Fig Locking When transporting or storing the miter saw the cutting head should always be locked in the down position 1 Push the cutting head down to its lowest position 2 Push the stop latch knob 2 into the locking hole IMPORTANT To avoid damage never carry the miter saw by the switch handle the cutting arm or the miter handle ALWAYS use the designated carrying handle INSTALLING THE DUST BAG FIG D 1 Squeeze the metal collar wings 2 of the dust bag 1 2 Place the dust bag neck opening around the exhaust port 3 and release the metal collar wings Fig D INSTALLING THE HOLD DOWN CLAMP FIG E and E 1 1 Place the hold down clamp
48. workpiece being cut would cause your hand or fingers to be within 7 1 2 in of the saw blade the workpiece is too small Keep hands and fingers out of the no hands zone area marked on the saw s table e When cutting odd shaped workpieces plan your work so it will not bind in the blade and cause injury Molding for exarnple must lie flat or be held by a fixture or jig that will not let it move when cut e Properly support round material such as dowel rods or tubing which have a tendency to roll when cut causing the blade to bite A WARNING To avoid injury follow all applicable safety instructions when cutting non ferrous metals e Use only saw blades specifically recommended for non ferrous metal cutting e Do not cut metal workpieces that must be hand held Clamp workpieces securely s Cut non ferrous metals only if you are under the supervision of an experienced person and the dust bag has been removed from the saw WHEN SAW IS RUNNING A WARNING Do not allow familiarity from frequent use of your miter saw to result in a careless mistake A careless fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe injury Before cutting if the saw makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates stop immediately Turn the saw OFF Unplug the saw Do not restart until you find and correct the problem BODY AND HAND POSITION FIG R WARNING Never place hands near the cutting area Proper positioning of your body a
49. y never use the saw without the cover plate secure in place It keeps the arbor bolt from falling out if it accidentally loosens and helps prevent the spinning blade from coming off the saw e Make sure the collars are clean and properly arranged Lower the blade into the lower table and check for any contact with the base or the miter table by spinning the blade manually As WARNING For your own safety never connect the plug to power source outlet until all the adjustment steps are complete and you have read and understood the safety and operational instructions Bw THE LASER GUIDE FIG K A WARNING Make the ON OFF switch childproof Insert a padiock or chain with padlock through the holes 2 in the trigger switch locking the tool s switch preventing children and other unqualified users from turning the machine on 1 To turn laser on press on off rocker switch 1 to ON position 2 To turn off laser press on off rocker switch 1 to OFF position Fig K Your tool is equipped with the Laser Trac cutting guide using Class II laser beam The laser beam will enable to preview the saw blade path on the stock to be cut before starting the miter saw This laser guide is powered by the transformed alternating current supply directly through the power lead The saw must be connected to the power source and the laser on off switch must be turned on for the laser line to show A WARNING e

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