Chicago Electric Cordless Saw 69684 User Manual

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions  
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ITEM 69684  
12"DOUBLE-BEVEL  
SMLIIDTINEG CROMSPOAUWND  
WITH LASER GUIDE  
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Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION  
General Tool Safety Warnings  
Read 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.  
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.  
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use  
face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.  
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant  
lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.  
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.  
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting  
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.  
12. 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 tool.  
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.  
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.  
4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.  
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations,  
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.  
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper  
footing and balance at all times.  
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp  
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow  
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.  
5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should  
be kept safe distance from work area.  
6. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,  
master switches, or by removing starter keys.  
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;  
when changing accessories, such as  
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.  
7. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better  
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.  
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL  
STARTING. Make sure switch is in  
off position before plugging in.  
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment  
to do a job for which it was not designed.  
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.  
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended  
accessories. The use of improper accessories  
may cause risk of injury to persons.  
Table A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE  
FOR EXTENSION CORDS  
(120 VOLT)  
EXTENSION CORD  
LENGTH  
NAMEPLATE  
AMPERES  
(at full load)  
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury  
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the  
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.  
25′  
50′ 100′ 150′  
0 – 6  
18  
18  
16  
14  
16  
16  
16  
12  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use  
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged  
should be carefully checked to determine that  
it will operate properly and perform its intended  
function – 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.  
6.1 – 10  
10.1 – 12  
12.1 – 16  
Do not use.  
9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 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 cause a drop in line  
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.  
Table A shows the correct size to use depending  
on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.  
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.  
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into  
a blade or cutter against the direction of  
rotation of the blade or cutter only.  
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.  
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool  
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.  
until it comes to a complete stop.  
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear  
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets,  
or other jewelry which may get caught in moving  
parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.  
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.  
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Grounding Instructions  
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION  
READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:  
110-120 V~ Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs  
1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, double  
insulated equipment 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.  
2. Double insulated tools may be used in either of the  
120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration.  
(See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)  
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug  
Miter Saw Safety Warnings  
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction  
Manual Before Operating Miter Saw  
13. Always use blades with correct size and shape  
(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that  
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw  
will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.  
1. Wear eye protection.  
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.  
3. Do not operate saw without guards in place.  
4. Do not perform any operation freehand.  
5. Never reach around saw blade.  
14. Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers  
or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were  
specially designed for your saw, for optimum  
performance and safety of operation.  
15. Do not use to cut logs, tree limbs, or uneven lumber.  
16. Wet lumber, green (unseasoned) lumber, and  
pressure treated lumber all have an increased  
potential for kickback and should only be cut with a  
blade for cutting that lumber type. Wear a NIOSH-  
approved respirator and have appropriate ventilation  
whenever cutting pressure treated lumber.  
6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before  
moving workpiece or changing settings.  
7. Disconnect power before changing blade or servicing.  
8. To reduce risk of injury, return carriage to the full  
rear position after each crosscut operation.  
17. Do not use blades made from high-speed steel,  
abrasive blades, metal-cutting blades or masonry-  
cutting blades. The guards of this saw are not  
designed to protect against the failure of such blades.  
9. Return all guards to original position if any are  
moved during blade replacement. Check all  
guards for proper operation after service.  
10. The lock down pin is to be used only to lock  
the head in place for carrying and storage.  
It is not to be used for any cutting operation.  
18. Blades must be rated to at least the  
maximum speed marked on the tool.  
19. DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD DISABLED,  
DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Moving guards  
must move freely and close instantly.  
11. DANGER! Coasting Cutting Tool Can Be  
Dangerous – Apply brake immediately to stop  
cutting tool when the switch is turned off.  
20. The use of accessories or attachments not  
recommended by the manufacturer may  
result in a risk of injury to persons.  
12. The torque developed during braking may  
loosen the blade-retaining nut/bolt. The blade  
retaining nut/bolt should be checked periodically  
and tightened if necessary, especially after braking.  
21. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.  
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Miter Saw Safety Warnings (cont.)  
22. Do not depress the spindle lock when  
starting or during operation.  
29. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,  
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction  
activities, contains chemicals known [to the State  
of California] to cause cancer, birth defects or  
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these  
chemicals are:  
23. Only use safety equipment that has been approved  
by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved  
safety equipment may not provide adequate  
protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved  
and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved  
for the specific hazards in the work area.  
• Lead from lead-based paints  
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other  
masonry products  
• Arsenic and chromium from  
chemically treated lumber  
24. 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 may result in serious personal injury.  
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 & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)  
25. Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.  
26. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.  
These carry important safety information.  
If unreadable or missing, contact  
30. WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will  
expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State  
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or  
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)  
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.  
27. Avoid unintentional starting.  
Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.  
31. The warnings, precautions, and instructions  
discussed in this instruction manual cannot  
cover all possible conditions and situations  
that may occur. It must be understood by the  
operator that common sense and caution are  
factors which cannot be built into this product,  
but must be supplied by the operator.  
28. People with pacemakers should consult their  
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in  
close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause  
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.  
Vibration Safety  
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term  
exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent  
physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and  
shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:  
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces  
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,  
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.  
3. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there  
is a choice between different processes.  
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an  
extended period should first be examined by a  
doctor and then have regular medical check-ups  
to ensure medical problems are not being caused  
or worsened from use. Pregnant women or  
people who have impaired blood circulation to  
the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system  
disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should  
not use this tool. If you feel any medical or  
physical symptoms related to vibration (such as  
tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),  
seek medical advice as soon as possible.  
4. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.  
5. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping  
safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.  
6. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as  
explained in this manual. If any abnormal  
vibration occurs, stop use immediately.  
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Specifications  
Electrical Rating  
Motor No Load Speed  
Max. Accessory Diameter  
Arbor  
120V~ / 60Hz / 15A  
3,800 RPM  
12"  
5/8″ Round with 1″ Adapter  
3-1/2″ x 13-3/8″  
3-1/2″ x 9-1/2″  
2-1/8″ x 13-3/8″  
90° Straight  
45° Miter  
Cutting  
Capacities  
45° Straight Bevel  
45° Compound (L/R) 2-1/8″ x 9-1/2″  
216045  
AVOID EXPOSURE  
Laser light is emitted  
from this opening.  
Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or  
performance of procedures other than those specified  
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
LASER LIGHT  
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM  
Max. Output: <1 mW,  
Wavelength: 630-670 nm  
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT  
Caution: The use of optical instruments  
with this product will increase eye hazard.  
This product complies with  
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11  
Diode Mfr.: Zhenjiang Bouncer Stone  
Electron Co, Ltd, 2F, Guyang Xincun  
Uptown 16 Din Mao Rd., Zhenjiang, China  
Manufacture Date:___________, ______  
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Setup - Before Use:  
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this  
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.  
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:  
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical  
outlet before performing any procedure in this section.  
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,  
refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.  
Assembly  
1. Insert the ends of the Table Extensions into  
the holes in the sides of the Base. Tighten the  
Wing Screws to hold the Extensions in place.  
The upper edge of the Extensions will be level  
with the surface of the saw. This provides a  
wider base for the work material to rest on.  
2. Thread the Miter Knob into the end of the table  
above the Miter Lock until securely in place.  
3. Slip the Dust Collection Bag over the  
Dust Outlet behind the saw.  
Mounting  
Use the four bolt holes provided in the Base to mount the Miter Saw to a  
stable support before use. Mounting hardware not included.  
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Functions  
Trigger  
Lock  
Trigger  
Lock  
Trigger  
Lower  
Guard  
Dust  
Collection  
Bag  
Blade  
Slide  
Lock Knob  
Bevel  
Angle  
Clamp  
Indicator  
Bevel  
Lock Knob  
Fence  
Turntable  
Table  
Extension  
Miter  
Knob  
Miter Scale  
Kerf Board  
Miter Lock  
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Spindle  
Lock  
Head  
Lock-down  
Description of Selected Functions  
Head Lock-down:  
Guard operation:  
When the Handle is lowered, the Lower Guard  
raises automatically. When the Handle is raised the  
Lower Guard returns to its safety position. Keep hands  
clear of the Blade when the Handle is lowered. Do not  
interfere with the proper movement of the Lower Guard.  
2
2
1
3
3
1
Slide Lock Knob:  
Tighten this to prevent the cutting head from  
sliding back and forth for chopping cuts.  
Loosen this to allow the cutting head to slide.  
Note: Additional functions are explained  
elsewhere in the manual.  
Align pin with  
deep groove  
to lock cutting head.  
Align pin with  
shallow groove  
to unlock cutting head.  
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Operating Instructions  
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this  
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.  
TOOL SET UP  
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:  
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical  
outlet before performing any procedure in this section.  
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD DISABLED,  
DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Moving guards must move freely and close instantly.  
Replacing the Blade  
1. Unplug the tool from its power source.  
6. Remove the Spindle Bolt* (77) and  
Outer Flange (78), see Figure B.  
*IMPORTANT: The Spindle Bolt has a left-handed  
thread and removes by turning CLOCKWISE.  
2. Raise the Lower Guard (133) out  
of the way and hold it up.  
3. Loosen the Guard Pivot Bolt (193) until it  
disengages the Guard Pivot Plate (132).  
Note: Make sure the Inner Flange (81)  
stays in place on the Spindle.  
4. Swing the Guard Pivot Plate up and out of the way.  
5. Press in the Spindle Lock (150) on the  
back of the saw′s head and hold it in.  
Spindle  
Lock  
Figure B  
7. Remove the Blade (80) and Arbor Insert (79).  
Place the Arbor Insert into a new Blade and  
install the new Blade. Make sure that the Blade's  
rotation arrow points in the same direction as  
the rotation arrow on the Upper Guard (98).  
8. Replace the Outer Flange and Spindle Bolt. Position  
the cupped side of the Flange against the blade.  
Hold in the Spindle Lock (150) and  
Figure A  
wrench tighten the Spindle Bolt by turning it  
COUNTERCLOCKWISE. Release the Spindle Lock.  
9. Rotate the Guard Pivot Plate (132) back into place,  
and secure it with the Guard Pivot Bolt (193).  
10. WARNING! Make sure the Lower Guard (133)  
operates smoothly and properly protects  
from the Blade before using the saw.  
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Using the Workpiece Extension Supports  
1. The Table Extensions are inserted into each side of  
the Table, and locked in place using the Wing Screws.  
3. Support the workpiece to be level with the table,  
and so that after the cut is made the cut off pieces  
will not fall. Use sawhorses or other supports  
(not included) to support longer workpieces.  
2. When properly installed, the upper face of the  
Table Extensions are level with the Table, and  
provide a wider support surface for the workpiece.  
4. If the workpiece is not level, you will make  
an unintentional bevel cut in the material.  
If the workpiece is not supported, it will bind  
the blade and may cause the material to  
kick back, potentially causing injury.  
Adjusting the Miter Angle  
A miter cut is one that is at an angle across the horizontal surface of the material. 45º miter cuts to join two pieces  
in a right angle corner are common. A 30º cut is often used for a scarf joint or to make a chamfered end.  
1. Loosen the Miter Knob by turning it  
approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise.  
3. The Miter Angle Indicator will indicate the selected  
angle. While the Miter Lock is released, the table will  
lock into place at often used miter angles, including  
22.5º, 30º, 45º, and 90º on both left and right sides.  
2. Press down the Miter Lock to unlock the Table.  
While holding the Miter Lock down,  
move the Table to the desired angle.  
4. Tighten the Miter Knob after adjusting the miter angle.  
5. With the Table adjusted to the desired angle,  
place the workpiece flush against the Fence,  
secure it with the Clamp and make the cut.  
Adjusting the Bevel Angle  
A bevel cut is one that is at an angle vertically. Bevel cuts can be used to miter relatively wide and  
thin material. Bevel cuts can be used in combination with a miter cut to form a compound angle.  
Compound angle cuts are often used in crown moldings, picture frames and similar trim materials.  
1. Loosen the Bevel Lock Knob at the rear of the saw.  
2. Move the blade assembly to the desired angle.  
Read the angle on the Bevel Indicator.  
3. Lock the blade assembly into position by  
rotating the Bevel Lock Knob clockwise.  
Tighten firmly but do not over-tighten.  
4. Make a sample cut in a piece of scrap to  
confirm that the bevel angle is correct.  
If it is not, correct the angle before cutting.  
Bevel  
Lock Knob  
Bevel  
Indicator  
Figure C  
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Using the Depth Stop  
If a kerfing or rabbet cut which does not cut through the workpiece is desired,  
use the Depth Stop Bolt to control the depth of the cut.  
WARNING! Only adjust the front Bolt. The rear Bolt is used to prevent the Blade from  
cutting the table during normal cutting. Do not adjust the rear Depth Bolt.  
Depth Stop  
Bolt (136)  
1. Unlock the Head Lock-down, see page 9.  
2. Raise the saw head assembly.  
Depth Stop  
Nut (137)  
3. Push the Depth Stop to the left to  
use the Depth Stop Bolt setting.  
4. Pull down on the saw head to  
check the current setting.  
5. To change the setting, first loosen the knurled  
Depth  
Stop (44)  
Depth Stop Nut on the Depth Stop Bolt.  
Turn the Depth Stop Bolt clockwise to decrease  
Figure D  
depth and counterclockwise to increase depth.  
Tighten the Depth Stop Nut after adjustment.  
6. If needed, push the Depth Stop to the  
right to temporarily disable it.  
Workpiece and Work Area Set Up  
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.  
The work area must not allow access by children  
or pets to prevent injury and distraction.  
4. Use a saw table, saw stand or other means to  
support the workpiece. Mount the Miter Saw  
so that the surface is level to the ground, and  
additional supports provide a surface on the  
same level as the saw table. If the work surface  
and any workpiece supports are not level, and  
on the same level, unwanted bevel angles will  
appear in the cuts resulting in poor joinery.  
2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach  
the work area without creating a tripping hazard or  
exposing the power cord to possible damage. The  
power cord must reach the work area with enough  
extra length to allow free movement while working.  
5. Secure workpieces to the saw table using the Clamp  
or other clamping devices (not included). Securing  
the workpiece will provide safety by preventing kick  
back and by removing the need to hold workpieces  
near the blade by hand. Clamping the workpiece  
will also improve cutting accuracy by preventing the  
workpiece from moving during the cutting operation.  
3. Allow room on both left and right of  
saw for extended workpieces.  
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General Operating Instructions  
DANGER!  
MITER SAWS CAN QUICKLY AMPUTATE FINGERS IF MISUSED.  
Keep hands well clear of cutting area.  
1. Unlock the Head Lock-down, see page 9.  
7.  
2. Make sure all adjustment knobs are tight (Miter Knob, 8. Press down lightly to cut the material.  
Bevel Lock Knob, Fence and Table Extension Knobs).  
With narrow material,  
press straight down “chopping” the material.  
With wide material,  
move the Blade across the material while cutting.  
Do not bear down on the material, use  
light downward pressure. If the material  
binds the blade, release the trigger.  
3. Blow any sawdust or debris away from the Fence.  
Place the work material against the Fence.  
4. Align the marked location of the cut on  
the work material with the saw blade.  
Note: To prevent your workpiece from being cut too short,  
align the edge of the blade with your measured mark,  
keeping the rest of the blade on the waste side of the cut.  
9. When the cut is completed, raise the blade  
assembly, release the trigger, wait for the  
Blade to stop turning, release the Clamp and  
remove the work material from the saw.  
5. Hold the work material in place using the Clamp.  
Ensure that the work material is level and supported  
securely, use saw horses or supports if necessary.  
10. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and  
disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then  
store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.  
6. Grip the Saw Handle, press one of the Trigger  
Locks with your thumb, and squeeze the  
Trigger to start the Saw and the laser guide.  
Note: If the laser guide line does not line up  
with the cut line, release trigger and reposition  
workpiece before making the cut.  
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Maintenance and Servicing  
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must  
be performed only by a qualified technician.  
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:  
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical  
outlet before performing any procedure in this section.  
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:  
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration  
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.  
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication  
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general  
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces  
condition of the tool. Check for:  
of the tool with clean cloth.  
loose hardware,  
3.  
WARNING! If the supply cord of this  
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced  
only by a qualified service technician.  
misalignment or binding of moving parts,  
cracked or broken parts,  
damaged electrical wiring, and  
any other condition that may  
affect its safe operation.  
Checking and Calibrating the Fence  
The Fence holds the workpiece in a fixed position  
while the Table and or the blade assembly  
are adjusted in a miter or bevel angle.  
If Fence needs adjustment:  
1. First unplug the tool.  
To make accurate cuts, the Fence must be  
perpendicular (at a 90º angle) to the Saw Blade.  
2. Lower the blade assembly and lock it  
in place using the Locking Pin.  
1. Before beginning work, make a test cut on  
scrap material with the Table set at 90º.  
3. Lay a carpenter’s square on the table with one  
edge along the blade and the other along the  
Fence. Any inaccuracy should be visible. NOTE:  
The square must contact the surface of the  
blade, not the teeth, for an accurate reading.  
2. Check the cut with an accurate square.  
You can also reverse the two pieces, hold the  
cut ends together, and hold a good straight  
edge along the side of the pieces.  
4. The Fence is held in place with bolts at each  
end. Loosen the bolts slightly, and gently tap the  
Fence into position using a soft mallet. Retighten  
the bolts and make another test cut. Repeat the  
process until the Fence is adjusted accurately.  
3. If either test reveals that the cut is not a true 90º  
angle, adjust the Fence before beginning work.  
5. Once the Fence is accurately adjusted,  
tighten the bolts firmly in place. Recheck  
one last time, then proceed to work.  
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Calibrating the Miter Table Indicator  
After checking or adjusting the fence to  
confirm that it is at 90º to the Blade, check the  
accuracy of the Miter Table Angle Indicator.  
1. Loosen the screw holding the Angle Indicator in place.  
2. Rotate it until the pointer is exactly on 90º.  
3. Retighten the screw.  
Calibrating the Bevel Angle  
For making accurate cuts, the Saw Blade must  
be adjusted to be exactly vertical to the Table.  
4. If necessary, the bevel angle can be corrected  
by adjusting the Bevel Adjustment Screw on  
the right side under the Bevel Locking Lever.  
1. To check the angle, have the blade assembly  
in its normal upright position. Make a cut on a  
piece of flat sided, fairly thick scrap material.  
5. Once the bevel angle is adjusted, adjust the Bevel  
Angle Indicator to read 0º when the Saw Blade is  
in the vertical position. Loosen the screw holding  
the Indicator in place, adjust it to be exactly  
over the 0º mark, then retighten the screw.  
2. Check the cut with an accurate square.  
The cut should be at exactly 90º.  
3. Angle can also be checked by rotating one cut-off  
piece 180º and holding the cut ends together.  
If the cut is not exactly vertical,  
the two pieces will form a slight angle.  
Adjusting or Replacing the Kerf Board  
If the Kerf Board becomes damaged it must be replaced.  
To adjust the Kerf Board:  
1. Remove the four screws holding  
the Kerf Board in place.  
1. Lower the Saw Blade and lock it  
down with the Locking Pin.  
2. Install a new Kerf Board. Replace the four  
screws and tighten them slightly.  
2. Adjust the Kerf Board so the right side of the  
Blade slightly clears the edge of the Kerf Board.  
3. Loosen the Bevel Lock and set  
the Bevel Angle at 45º left.  
4. Ensure that the left side of the  
Blade clears the Kerf Board.  
5. Tighten the four screws holding  
the Kerf Board in place.  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Possible Causes  
Likely Solutions  
Tool will not start. 1. No power at outlet.  
1. Check power at outlet.  
2. Cord not connected.  
2. Check that cord is plugged in.  
Tool operates  
sporadically or  
at low power.  
1. Low power supply or  
improper extension cords.  
1. Check power supply and power cords.  
2. Worn or cracked  
Carbon Brushes.  
2. Check Carbon Brushes. Replace if damaged or worn.  
Wood burns at  
ends when cut.  
1. Dirty Blade.  
1. Clean Blade using blade cleaner or mineral spirits.  
2. Material is binding.  
2. Check position of work material on Table. Material must  
be flat, flush against Fence and supported on ends.  
Material frays  
or chips out.  
1. Finished side is down.  
2. Blade chipped or dull.  
1. Keep finished side of material up or facing operator.  
Bottom and back side are prone to chip out.  
2. Check for damaged teeth. Sharpen or replace blade.  
3. Blade inappropriate  
for material.  
3. Check blade manufacturer’s recommendations for  
material being cut. For cross cutting hard wood and for  
precision cuts use a thin kerf blade with 60 or more teeth.  
4. Material is unsupported.  
4. Use a thin piece of scrap material, such as 1/4″  
plywood, underneath or behind the material to  
support the edges of the material as it is being cut.  
Blade binds,  
slowing or  
stopping saw.  
1. Material is misaligned  
on the saw or ends  
are not supported.  
1. Material must be flat on table, flush against the fence and  
supported on both ends.  
2. Material is wet, contaminated 2. Check condition of material and check  
or inappropriate blade  
is being used.  
compatibility of blade to material.  
Blade does not  
cut completely  
through  
1. Depth Stop setting in use.  
2. Depth Stop set too shallow.  
1. Move Depth Stop to right to disengage.  
2. Adjust Depth Stop Bolt for desired depth of cut.  
workpiece.  
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.  
Disconnect power supply before service.  
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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.  
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:  
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.  
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,  
and are not available individually as replacement parts.  
Parts List and Diagram  
Parts List  
Part  
Description  
Qty  
1
4
1
2
15  
2
2
5
4
10  
1
2
2
2
2
2
4
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
1
1
2
Part  
Description  
Qty  
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
3
7
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
3
3
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
2
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Base  
Foot  
38 Bevel Hinge  
39 Lock-down Pin  
M8×55 Bolt  
40 Lock-down Spring  
41 Head Lock-down  
42 Ø3×16 Spring Round Pin  
43 M6×10 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
44 Depth Stop  
45 Ø8 Wave Washer  
46 Pan Head Bolt  
47 Bearing Cover  
48 M4×10 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
49 Bevel Angle Indicator  
50 Turntable Support  
51 Gear Column  
M5×25 Extension Lock Knob  
M5×10 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
Table Extension  
Table Extension Plate  
M6×20 Wing Screw  
M6 Nut  
10 Ø6 Flat Washer  
11 Fence  
12 Square Washer  
13 Lock Washer  
14 Lock Screw  
15 Fence Extension Lock  
16 Ø5×15.5 Round Pin  
17 Ø5×9 Round Pin  
18 Right Fence Extension  
19 Left Fence Extension  
20 M8×20 Cap Screw  
21 Ø8 Spring Washer  
22 Ø8 Flat Washer  
23 Clamp Board  
52 Angle Block  
53 M6×16 Non-Standard Screw  
54 M6×14 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
55 Ø6 Spring Washer  
56 M6×10 Cross Bolt  
57 Connecting Bar Support  
58 Hinge Pin  
59 Spring Sleeve  
60 Torsional Spring  
61 M10×86 Stud  
62 M10×50 Stud  
63 M6×25 Cap Screw  
64 M6 Nut  
65 M8×25 Set Screw  
66 M8 Thin Nut  
67 Spring  
24 M5 Nut  
25 Miter Lock  
26 Miter Lock Spring  
27 Miter Knob  
28 Miter Knob Washer  
29 M5×35 Cap Screw  
30 Kerf Board  
31 M4×8 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
32 Turntable  
33 Miter Indicator  
34 Ø8 Fender Washer  
35 M8 Nut  
68 M6×25 Slide Lock Knob  
69 Ø10 Flat Washer  
70 M10 Nut  
71 Bevel Lock Knob  
72 Ø45×Ø30×50 Slide Bushing  
73 Slide Rail  
2
1
2
36 Bevel Scale  
37 Ø2×4 Rivet  
74 Ø4 Spring Washer  
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Parts List (cont.)  
Part  
Description  
Qty  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
8
8
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
4
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
4
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
Part  
Description  
Qty  
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
7
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
1
75 Ø4 Flat Washer  
135 M6×14 Bolt  
76 M10 Thin Nut  
77 M8×18 Left-handed Spindle Bolt  
78 Outer Flange  
79 Arbor Insert  
80 Inner Flange  
136 M6×35 Bolt  
137 Depth Adjustment Nut  
138 Cable Clamp  
139 Ø6 Flat Washer  
140 Belt (10PJ560)  
141 Belt Guard  
142 M6×16 Cap Screw  
143 Cover Board  
144 M6×16 Cap Screw (Left)  
145 Ø6 Spring Washer (Left)  
146 Ø6 Thick Flat Washer  
147 Large Pulley  
148 Ø28 Retaining Ring  
149 Spindle Lock Bracket  
150 Spindle Lock  
151 Spindle Lock Taper Spring  
152 ST6×18 Screw  
153 Handle  
154 M5×50 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
155 Upper Handle  
81 Blade  
82 M5×20 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
83 Ø5 Spring Washer  
84 Ø5 Flat Washer  
85 Gearbox Cover  
86 Gasket  
87 6003 Bearing  
88 Bearing Retainer  
89 Connecting Bar Screw  
90 M4×12 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
91 Spindle  
92 Flat Key 4×4×8  
93 Large Gear  
94 Ø15 Retaining Ring  
95 Roller Bearing HK1010  
96 Guard Label  
97 M6×10 Set Screw  
98 Upper Guard  
99 Upper Guard Bushing  
100 6001 Bearing  
101 Flat Key 4×4×20  
102 Gear Shaft  
103 Brush Holder  
104 Carbon Brush  
105 Brush Holder Cap  
106 M5×35 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
107 Motor Housing  
108 Motor Housing Label  
109 Stator  
110 ST4.8×65 Cross Screw  
111 Seal  
112 6000 Bearing  
113 Rotor  
114 6002 Bearing  
115 Middle Cover  
116 M8×25 Set Screw  
117 Small Pulley  
118 Lower Guard Roller  
119 Ø5 Retaining Ring  
120 Lower Guard Washer  
121 M6×20 Cap Screw  
122 Dust Bag  
123 Dust Port  
124 Connecting Bar  
125 Power Cord  
126 M5×40 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
127 Lower Guard Panel  
128 Lower Guard Coil Spring  
129 Lower Guard Washer  
130 Rubber Stopper  
131 M6×7 Flat Head Bolt  
132 Guard Pivot Plate  
133 Lower Guard  
156 Pin  
157 Trigger Lock Connector  
158 Right Trigger Lock  
159 Left Trigger Lock  
160 Switch Spring  
161 Trigger  
162 Switch  
163 ST3.9×14 Screw  
164 ST3.9×10 Screw  
165 Lower Handle  
166 Ø5 Teeth Washer  
167 Terminal  
168 Cable Clamp  
169 Grommet  
170 Slide Rail Cover  
171 5×40 Roll Pin  
172 M6 Wing Bolt  
173 ST4.8×20 Cross Head Screw  
174 Cable Clamp  
175 M5×18 Cross Head Bolt  
176 M5×12 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
177 Ø5 Spring Washer  
178 Ø6 Flat Washer  
179 Clamp Press Plate  
180 Clamp  
181 Small Connecting Bar  
182 M6×20 Wing Screw  
183 Clamp Locating Bar  
184 M4×8 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
185 M4×4 Set Screw  
186 Laser Seat  
187 Laser Head  
188 Wire Clamp  
189 M4×6 Cross Pan Head Bolt  
190 Transformer  
191 ST3.2×6 Cross Screw  
192 Connector  
193 M6×10 Guard Pivot Bolt  
134 Turntable Plate  
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Assembly Diagram  
(10)  
173  
126  
156  
157  
158  
125  
159  
160  
164  
163  
64  
63  
191  
189  
188  
190  
187  
185  
186  
184  
192  
183  
182  
181  
180  
179  
178  
177  
176  
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Limited 90 Day Warranty  
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,  
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the  
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,  
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper  
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries  
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of  
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the  
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER  
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.  
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges  
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.  
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may  
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will  
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted  
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
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