Craftsman Cordless Saw 13721214 User Manual

Operator’s Manual  
2.5 HP (Max. Developed)  
10” Blade  
4800 R.P.M.  
COMPOUND MITER SAW  
®
With Laser Trac  
Model 137.212140  
CAUTION:  
Safety Instructions  
Installation  
Before using this Miter Saw,  
read this manual and follow  
all its Safety Rules and  
Operating Instructions  
Operation  
Maintenance  
Parts List  
Customer Help Line  
1-800-843-1682  
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.  
Part No.:137212140001  
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POWER TOOL SAFETY  
12.ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool  
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
BEFORE USING THIS POWER TOOL  
can throw foreign objects into the eyes and  
could cause permanent eye damage.  
ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (not  
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert  
and knowing how to use your power tool.  
glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety  
standard Z87.1 Everyday eyeglasses  
have only impact –resistance lenses.  
They ARE NOT safety glasses. Safety Goggles are  
available at Sears. NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in  
compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously injure  
you when they break.  
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not  
plug the tool in until you have read and understood the  
following.  
13.WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing  
operation produces dust.  
14.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.  
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.  
15.DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER SOURCE  
before servicing, and when changing accessories  
such as blades, bits and cutters.  
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.  
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and  
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before  
turning ON.  
16.REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL  
STARTING. Make sure switch is in the OFF position  
before plugging the tool in.  
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and  
benches invite accidents.  
17.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult this  
Operators Manual for recommended accessories.  
The use of improper accessories may cause risk of  
injury to yourself or others.  
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.  
Don’t use power tools in damp locations, or expose  
them to rain or snow. Keep work area well lighted.  
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors and bystanders  
18.NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury could  
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is  
unintentionally contacted.  
should be kept a safe distance from work area.  
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks,  
master switches, or by removing starter keys.  
19.CHECK FOR 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.  
8. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better  
and safer 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  
20.NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.  
TURN THE POWER “OFF”. Don’t walk away from a  
running tool until the blade comes to a complete stop  
& unplug the unit.  
undersized cord will result in a drop in line voltage  
and in loss of power which 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.  
21.DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and  
balance at all times.  
22.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp  
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow  
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.  
11.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.  
23.WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials  
can be hazardous to your health. Always operate saw  
in well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust  
removal.  
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COMPOUND MITER SAW SAFETY  
18.MAKE SURE the blade is not contacting the  
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
THIS COMPOUND MITER SAW  
workpiece before the switch is turned ON.  
19.IMPORTANT: After completing the cut, release the  
power switch and wait for the blade to stop before  
returning the saw to the raised position.  
1. USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW BLADES. When  
using carbide tipped blades, make sure they have a  
negative hook angle.  
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.  
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THIN KERF BLADES-  
they can deflect and contact guard and can cause  
possible injury to the operator.  
2. DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely  
assembled and installed according to these  
instructions.  
21.NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this tool.  
This miter saw is designed for use on wood and  
wood-like products.  
3. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the  
operation of miter saws, seek guidance from your  
supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.  
22.NEVER cut small pieces. If the workpiece being cut  
would cause your hand or fingers to be within 7-1/4”  
inches of the saw blade the workpiece is too small.  
4. ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and  
table. DO NOT perform any operation free hand (use  
clamp wherever possible).  
23.PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw  
table for long work pieces.  
5. KEEP HANDS out of the path of the saw blade. If the  
workpiece you are cutting would cause your hands to  
be within 7-1/4” inches of the saw blade, the  
workpiece should be clamped in place before making  
the cut.  
24.NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable  
liquids or gases.  
25.NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents  
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the  
material.  
6. BE SURE the blade is sharp, runs freely, and is free  
of vibration.  
26.SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting  
the tool.  
7. ALLOW the motor to come up to full speed before  
starting a cut.  
27.DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and  
clean the machine when finished using.  
8. KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS CLEAN and free of  
chips or dust.  
28.MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving  
the machine.  
9. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before  
cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the  
positive stops.  
29.SHOULD any part of your miter saw be missing,  
damaged, or 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.  
10.BE SURE both the blade and the collar are clean and  
the arbor bolt is tightened securely.  
11.USE only blade collars specified for your saw.  
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS  
12. NEVER use blades larger or smaller in diameter  
than 10-inches.  
13. NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is  
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 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15  
Amp circuit and use a 15 amp. time delay fuse or circuit  
breaker. To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or  
cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced  
running.  
14. ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage  
before operation. Replace a cracked or damaged  
blade immediately.  
15. NEVER use blades recommended for operation at  
less than 4800 RPM.  
16.ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at  
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immediately  
all times.  
17.NEVER reach around the saw blade.  
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY  
4.FUSES may “blow” or circuit breakers may trip  
frequently if:  
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS – cont’d  
DOUBLE INSULATED  
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.  
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 parts.  
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 length  
of cord you are using on the chart below.  
Polarized plugs – This saw has a plug that looks like  
the one shown below:  
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS  
Use a 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 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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This  
circuit must not be less than # 12 wire and should be  
protected with a 15 Amp time delay fuse. 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.  
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 interfering  
with the motor ventilation.  
1.CONNECT this saw to a 120V, 15 amp. circuit with a  
15 amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker. Using the  
wrong size fuse can damage the motor.  
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)  
(When using 120 volts only)  
Ampere  
Rating  
Total length of cord in feet  
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.If 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.  
more than  
not more than  
25’  
18  
18  
16  
14  
50’  
16  
16  
16  
12  
100’  
150’  
0
6
10  
12  
16  
16  
14  
6
14  
12  
10  
12  
14  
12  
not recommended  
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.  
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS  
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY  
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES  
Use only accessories recommended for this miter  
saw. Follow instructions that accompany accessories.  
Use of improper accessories may cause hazards.  
The use of any cutting tool except 10 inch saw  
blades that meet the requirements under  
recommended accessories is prohibited. Do not use  
accessories such as shaper cutters or dado sets.  
Ferrous metal cutting, the use of abrasive wheels  
and the cutting of masonry products are 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.  
To avoid the risk of personal injury, do not modify this  
power tool or use accessories not recommended by  
Sears.  
Read warnings 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  
using, always visually examine the blade and tips for  
bent teeth, 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.  
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CARTON CONTENTS  
2. Place the saw on a secure stationary work surface.  
UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW  
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  
material.  
To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock,  
do not plug the power cord into a source of power during  
unpacking and assembly. This cord must remain  
unplugged whenever you are adjusting/assembling the  
saw.  
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.  
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 carry handle located at the top of the  
machine.  
Dust Bag  
Extension Wings &  
Stop Block  
Hold-down Clamp  
Blade Wrench  
Extension Wing  
Locking Screws  
Miter Table  
Handle  
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KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW  
Lock off button  
Upper Blade Guard  
Cover Plate  
Cutting Head Handle  
Dust chute  
Dust Bag  
Lower Blade Guard  
Blade  
Stop Block  
Extension Wing  
Miter Scale  
Base  
Positive Stop Locking Lever  
Miter handle  
Blade Wrench Storage  
Stop latch  
Pivot bolt  
lock-nut  
Arbor Lock  
Stop latch  
Bevel Scale  
Fence  
Extension Wing Mounting  
Holes  
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS  
CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW TERMS  
STOP LATCH – Locks the miter saw in the lowered  
position for compact storage and transportation.  
ARBOR LOCK – Allows the user to keep the blade from  
rotating while tightening or loosening the arbor locking  
bolt during blade replacement or removal.  
SWITCH HANDLE – The cutting head handle contains  
the trigger switch and a safety lock-off slide 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.  
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.  
WARNING LABELS – Read and understand for your  
own safety. Always make certain these are in place &  
legible.  
BEVEL SCALE – To measure the bevel angle of the saw  
blade 0° to 45° left.  
WRENCH STORAGE – Convenient storage to prevent  
misplacing the blade wrench.  
COVER PLATE SCREW – Loosen this screw and rotate  
the plate for access to the blade arbor locking bolt.  
WOODWORKING TERMS  
DUST CHUTE – Exhausts debris away from the user.  
ARBOR – The shaft on which a blade is mounted.  
EXTENSION WING – Extends the width of the work  
table for support while cutting long work pieces. They  
can be used with or without a stop block as an additional  
side fence.  
BEVEL CUT – An angle cut made through the face of  
the workpiece.  
COMPOUND CUT – A simultaneous bevel and miter cut.  
FENCE – Helps to keep the workpiece from moving  
when sawing. Scaled to assist with accurate cutting.  
CROSS CUT – A cut made across the width or grain of  
the workpiece.  
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.  
HAND HOLD –Location of hands for transportation.  
SAFETY LOCK-OFF BUTTON – Yellow button on  
handle must be pushed forward to activate the trigger  
switch.  
GUM – A sticky sap from wood products.  
HEEL – Misalignment of the blade.  
LOWER BLADE GUARD – Helps protect your hands  
from the blade in the raised position, it retracts as the  
blade is lowered.  
KERF – The amount of material removed by blade cut.  
MITER CUT – An angle cut made across the width or  
grain of the workpiece.  
MITER HANDLE –Used to rotate the saw to the right or  
left cutting position.  
RESIN – A sticky sap that has hardened.  
MITER SCALE – To measure the miter angle 0° to 45°  
left, 0° to 45° right.  
REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE (RPM) – The number of  
turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.  
MITER SPRING LOCK – Used in combination with the  
miter handle, it locks the miter saw at a preset positive  
stop for the desired miter angle.  
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 which will be cut.  
MOUNTING HOLES – To mount the miter saw to a  
stable surface.  
SET – The distance between two saw blade tips, bent  
outward in opposite directions to each other. The further  
apart the tips are, the greater the set.  
ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH – To prevent the trigger  
from being accidentally engaged, a lock-off slide switch  
is provided. To start the tool, push the lock-off slide  
switch forward and squeeze the trigger. Release the  
trigger to stop the miter saw.  
WORKPIECE – The item being cut. The surfaces of a  
workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends, and  
edges.  
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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS  
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
To avoid injury and damage to the saw, transport or 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.  
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 (2) located at  
the front of the miter table.  
Fig. C  
Fig. A  
Locking  
When transporting or storing the miter saw, the cutting  
head should always be locked in the down position.  
1.Push the cutting head (3) down to its lowest position.  
2.Push the stop latch (2) into the locking hole (4).  
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, never carry the miter  
saw by the switch handle, the cutting arm, or the miter  
table handle. ALWAYS use the designated carrying  
handle.  
SAW BLADE WRENCH (FIG. B)  
1.For convenient storage and prevention of loss, there is a  
slot (1) in the rear of the cutting head handle (2) for  
storing the blade wrench (3) when not in use.  
Fig. B  
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  
CUTTING HEAD (FIG. C)  
Raising  
1.Push down slightly on the cutting handle (1).  
2.Pull out the stop latch knob (2).  
3.Allow the cutting head (3) to rise to the up position.  
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INSTALLING EXTENSION WINGS (FIG. E)  
Fig. F  
To avoid injury or possible damage to the tool, support  
long work pieces by installing the extension wings to  
extend the work support surface.  
When using extension and 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 kick-back and serious injury to the  
operator.  
INSTALLING THE STOP BLOCK (FIG. E):  
1.Slide the stop block (1) onto the extension wing (2)  
2.Thread the wing bolt (4) into the stop block and tighten.  
INSTALLING THE EXTENSION WINGS (FIG. E):  
1.Place the extension wing into the mounting holes (5)  
provided in the miter saw base.  
2.Thread the extension wing locking screw (6) into the  
treaded hole (7) and tighten to secure extension in place.  
6.Locate the arbor lock (5) on the motor, below the miter  
saw switch handle. (Fig. G)  
Fig. E  
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.  
8.Raise the lower clear plastic blade guard (1) to the  
upright position. (Fig. F)  
Fig. G  
REMOVING OR INSTALLATING THE BLADE  
Only use a 10-inch diameter blade. To avoid injury  
from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the  
OFF position and plug is not connected to the power  
source outlet.  
REMOVING (Fig. F, G, H)  
1.Unplug the saw from the outlet.  
2.Allow the blade assembly to rise to the uppermost  
position. Raise the lower blade guard (1) to the upper  
position. (Fig. F)  
3.Loosen the cover plate screw (2) with a Phillips  
screwdriver (Fig. F).  
REMOVING – cont’d  
9. Remove the arbor bolt/washer (4), laser guide (6), and  
the blade (7). Do not remove the inner blade collar.  
(Fig. H)  
4.Rotate the cover plate (3) to expose the arbor bolt  
(4) - (Fig. F).  
5. Place the blade end wrench over the arbor bolt.  
NOTE: Pay attention to the pieces removed, noting their  
position and direction they face. Wipe the laser guide clean  
of any sawdust before installing the new blade.  
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INSTALLING THE HOLD-DOWN CLAMP (FIG. H-1)  
Place the Hold-down Clamp (1) in the desired mounting  
hole (2).  
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Fig. H  
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Fig. H-1  
4
1
2
4
6
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INSTALLING BLADE (Fig. F, G, H)  
ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS (Fig. I)  
1.Loosen the four fence locking bolts (1).  
2.Using a square, lay the heel of the square against the  
blade, and the rule against the fence (2) as shown.  
3.Adjust the fence to be 90° to the blade and tighten the  
four fence locking screws.  
1. Install a 10” blade, 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 laser guide (6) against the blade and on the  
arbor. Thread the arbor bolt (4) into the arbor in a  
counterclockwise direction. (Fig. H)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure the flats of the laser guide are  
engaged with the flats on the arbor shaft.  
CAUTION: If the saw has not been used recently, recheck  
blade squareness to the fence and readjust if needed.  
3.Place the blade wrench on the arbor bolt.  
4.Press the arbor lock (5), holding it in firmly while turning  
the blade wrench counterclockwise. When it engages,  
continue to press the arbor lock in, while tightening the  
arbor bolt securely. (Fig. G)  
Fig. I  
5.Rotate the cover plate (3) back until the slot in the cover  
plate engages with the cover plate screw (2). Tighten the  
screw with a Phillips screwdriver (Fig. F).  
6.Lower the blade guard (1). (Fig. F)  
7.Be sure the arbor lock is released so the blade turns  
freely.  
To avoid injury, 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.  
Make sure the collars are clean and properly  
arranged. Lower the blade into the lower table and  
check for any contact with the metal base or the  
turntable.  
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.  
MITER SCALE (FIG. J)  
The miter scale assists the user in setting the desired miter  
angles from 47° left to 47° right. The miter saw table has  
nine of the most common angle settings with positive stops  
(3) at 0o, 15o, 22.5o, 31.6o and 45o. These positive stops  
position the blade at the desired angle quickly and  
accurately.  
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To Adjust Miter Angles:  
1. Lower the blade as far as possible.  
1. Unlock the miter table by turning the miter handle (1)  
counterclockwise.  
2. While holding the positive-stop locking lever (2) down,  
grasp the miter handle and rotate the miter table left or  
right to the desired angle.  
3. If the desired angle is one of the nine positive stops,  
release the positive-stop locking lever making sure the  
lever snaps into position.  
2. Loosen the locknut (3).  
3. Turn the adjustment bolt (4) out (counterclockwise) to  
decrease the cutting depth or in (clockwise) to  
increase the cutting depth.  
4. Rotate the blade manually to check for contact.  
5. Repeat until adjusted properly, and tighten the locknut  
to secure the adjustment bolt into position.  
4. If the miter angle desired is not one of the nine positive  
stops, simply lock the miter table into position by  
turning the miter handle in the clockwise direction.  
Miter Angle Pointer Adjustment:  
Fig. L  
1. Position the miter table at zero degrees.  
2. Loosen the pointer screw (4) and adjust the indicator  
to the 0°mark on the miter scale & retighten the screw.  
Fig. J  
BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT (Fig. M & N)  
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.  
90o Bevel adjustment (Fig. M)  
CUTTING ARM TRAVEL (FIG. K)  
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 rule against the table and the heel of the square  
against the saw blade.  
3. If the blade is not 90° square with the miter table,  
loosen the bevel lock handle, tilt the cutting head to  
the left, turn the bevel angle adjustment bolt (3) in or  
out with a 5mm hex wrench until the blade is square  
with the table.  
Cutting arm pivot adjustment  
The pivot movement of the cutting arm (1) should not be  
too tight; restricting movement, nor too loose; affecting the  
accuracy of the saw cut. The correct locking nut (2)  
adjustment is snug, allowing no side-to-side arm  
movement. To adjust, tighten or loosen the adjusting nut  
(2).  
Fig. K  
4. Tilt the cutting arm to back to the right at 90° bevel and  
recheck for alignment.  
5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 if further adjustment is  
needed.  
Fig. M  
Cutting head downward travel adjustment (Fig. L)  
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.  
90o Bevel Pointer Adjustment (Fig. N)  
1. When the blade is exactly 90o to the table loosen the  
bevel indicator screw (5) using a Phillips screwdriver.  
2. Adjust bevel indicator (6) to the “0” mark (7) on the  
bevel scale and retighten the screw.  
Before each cutting operation, check the position of the  
blade to make sure it does not contact any metal surface.  
If the blade contacts any metal surface, the depth of travel  
on the upper arm assembly must be adjusted.  
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Support the saw on a level work surface.  
Bolt or clamp the saw to its support.  
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.  
Place the saw in the desired location, either on a work  
bench or recommended leg set. The base of the saw has  
three mounting holes (1).  
- For stationary use, fasten the saw to a workbench.  
- For portable use, fasten the saw to a 3/4” piece of  
plywood. This mounting board can then be clamped to a  
secure surface.  
45o Bevel Adjustment (Fig N)  
1. Unlock the bevel lock handle and tilt the cutting head  
completely to the left.  
2. Using a combination square, check to see if the blade  
angle is 45o to the table.  
3. If the blade is not at 45o to the miter table, tilt the  
cutting arm to the right, turn the bevel angle  
adjustment bolt (4) in or out with a 5mm hex. wrench  
accordingly.  
Fig. O  
Portable Use  
4. Tilt the cutting arm to the left to 45° bevel and recheck  
for alignment.  
5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until the blade is at 45o to  
the miter table.  
Fig. N  
3/4 Inch Plywood  
Stationary Use  
MOUNTING THE MITER SAW (Fig. O)  
To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement:  
Before moving the saw, disconnect the power cord  
from the outlet, and lock the cutting arm in the lower  
position using the stop latch.  
NOTE: The stop latch is for carrying or storing the tool. It is  
NOT to be used holding the saw while cutting.  
Never carry the miter saw by the power cord or by the  
switched handle. Carrying the tool by the power cord  
could cause damage to the insulation or wire  
connections resulting in electric shock or fire.  
To avoid injury from flying debris, do not allow visitors  
to stand behind the saw.  
Place the saw on a firm, level work-surface where  
there is room for handling and properly supporting the  
workpiece.  
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OPERATION  
Keep all guards in place, in working order and properly  
adjusted.  
If any part of this miter saw is missing, bent  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW  
OPERATIONS  
damaged or broken in any way, or any electrical  
parts don’t work, turn the saw off and unplug it.  
Replace damaged, missing, or defective parts  
before using the saw again.  
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW  
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious,  
permanent injury, do not plug the tool in until the  
following steps are completed:  
Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw  
clean for best and safest performance. Follow  
instructions for lubricating. Don’t put lubricants on  
the blade while it’s spinning.  
Completely assemble and adjust the saw,  
following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND  
ADJUSTMENTS)  
Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,  
lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards,  
stop latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate  
screws.  
Remove all adjusting wrenches from the tool  
before turning it on.  
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES  
Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS  
section of this Operators Manual for  
recommended accessories. Follow the  
instructions that come with the accessory. The  
use of improper accessories may cause risk of  
injury to persons.  
Review and understand all safety instructions and  
operating procedures in this Operator’s Manual.  
(SAFETY & OPERATIONS)  
Review the MAINTENANCE and  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.  
To avoid injury or possible death from electrical  
shock:  
Choose the correct 10 inch diameter blade for the  
material and the type of cutting you plan to do. Do  
not use Thin Kerf blades.  
Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug’s  
metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your  
miter saw. (ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND  
SAFETY)  
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.  
BEFORE EACH USE  
Inspect your saw.  
Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from  
accidental starting, unplug the saw before any  
adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.  
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.  
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.  
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN  
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.  
Tighten the arbor bolt.  
Tighten the cover plate screw.  
Check for damaged parts. Check for:  
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the  
miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.  
Alignment of moving parts  
Damaged electric cords  
Binding of moving parts  
Mounting holes  
Function of arm return spring and lower  
guard:  
Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face  
and ears.  
Know your miter saw.  
Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and  
labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and  
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards  
specific to this tool. To avoid injury from accidental  
contact with moving parts, don’t do layout, assembly,  
or setup work on the miter saw.  
Push the cutting arm all the way down, then  
let it rise until it stops. The lower guard  
should fully close. Follow instructions in  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for  
adjustment if necessary.  
Avoid accidental starting  
Other conditions that may affect the way the  
miter saw works.  
Make sure the switch is OFF before plugging the  
miter saw into a power outlet.  
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PLAN YOUR WORK  
workpiece, fence and table that will let the  
workpiece shift after it is cut.  
Use the right tool. Don’t force a tool or attachment Keep the cut off piece free to move sideways after  
to do a job it was not designed to do. Use a  
different tool for any workpiece that can’t be held  
in a solidly braced, fixed position.  
it is cut off. Otherwise, it could get wedged  
against the blade and thrown violently.  
Only the workpiece should be on the saw’s table.  
Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to help hold  
the work when it’s practical.  
CAUTION: This machine is NOT designed for cutting  
masonry, masonry products & ferrous metals (steel,  
iron, and iron-based metals.) Use this miter saw to cut  
only wood and wood by-products. Other material 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.  
USE EXTRA CAUTION WITH LARGE OR ODD  
SHAPED WORKPIECES.  
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.  
Do not use this saw to cut small pieces. If the  
workpiece being cut would cause your hand or  
fingers to be within 7-1/4” inches of the saw blade  
workpiece is too small. Keep hands and fingers  
out of the “no hands zone” area marked on the  
saws table.  
When cutting odd shaped workpieces, plan your  
work so it will not bind in the blade and cause  
possible injury. Molding, for example, must lie flat  
or be held by a fixture or jig that will not let it move  
when cut.  
Properly support round material such as dowel  
rods, or tubing, which have a tendency to roll  
when cut, causing the blade to “bite”.  
DRESS FOR SAFETY  
Any power tool can throw foreign objects 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 Z87.1 could seriously injure you  
when they break.  
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 ear plugs when using any  
miter saw.  
For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along  
with safety goggles.  
To avoid injury, follow all applicable safety instructions,  
when cutting non-ferrous metals:  
INSPECT YOUR WORKPIECE  
Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the  
part of the workpiece being cut.  
Plan your work to avoid small pieces that may bind,  
or that are too small to clamp and get a solid grasp  
on.  
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.  
Use only saw blades specifically recommended  
for non-ferrous metal cutting.  
Do not cut metal workpieces that must be hand  
held. Clamp workpieces securely.  
Cut non-ferrous metals only if you are under the  
supervision of an experienced person.  
WHEN SAW IS RUNNING  
DON’T OVER-REACH  
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.  
Don’t 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.  
Never cut freehand:  
Before cutting, if the saw makes an unfamiliar noise or  
vibrates, stop immediately. Turn the saw OFF. Unplug  
the saw. Do not restart until finding and correcting the  
problem.  
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.  
Make sure thee are no gaps between the  
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BODY AND HAND POSITION (FIG. P)  
TURNING THE SAW ON (Fig. Q)  
Proper positioning of your body and hands when  
operating the miter saw will make cutting easier and  
safer. Never place hands near the cutting area. Position  
hands at least 7-1/4” away from the path of the blade.  
Hold workpiece firmly against the fence to prevent  
movement toward the blade. Keep hands in position  
until the trigger has been released and the blade has  
completely stopped. Before making a cut, with the  
power switch in the OFF position bring the saw blade  
down to the workpiece to see the cutting path of the  
blade.  
To reduce the likelihood of accidental starting, a thumb  
activated lock-OFF switch is located on top of the  
switch handle. The safety lock-OFF button (1) must be  
pushed forward before the trigger switch (2) can be  
activated and the miter saw started.  
Make the switch child-proof. Insert a padlock through  
the hole (3) in the trigger switch and lock it. This will  
prevent children and other unauthorized users from  
turning the switch ON.  
Fig. Q  
Keep children away. Keep all visitors a safe  
distance from the miter saw. Make sure  
bystanders are clear of the miter saw and  
workpiece.  
Don’t force tool. It will do the job better and safer  
at its designed rate. Feed the saw into the  
workpiece slowly with a firm downward motion.  
Before freeing jammed material:  
Turn switch OFF.  
Unplug the miter saw.  
Wait for all moving parts to stop.  
After finishing a cut, keep holding the upper  
blade assembly in the down position.  
Release the switch, and wait for all moving  
parts to stop before moving your hands.  
®
THE LASER -TRAC  
Your tool is equipped with our latest innovation,  
®
the Laser -Trac , a battery powered device using  
Class IIIa laser beams. The laser beams will  
enable you to preview the miter blade path on the  
workpiece to be cut before you begin your  
operation.  
If 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.  
Laser is activated when blade is rotating. Do not stare  
into beam or view directly with optical instruments. Do  
not remove the warning label affixed to the blade  
guard. Avoid direct eye contact with light source.  
Fig. P  
NOTE - The red laser line will appear as a dotted line  
when the motor is activated and the blade assembly is  
in the uppermost position. This broken line will assist  
you in aligning the mark on your workpiece with the  
cutting path of the saw blade. As you lower the blade  
assembly, the retractable guard will lift and turn the  
broken line into a solid red laser line.  
Laser Warning label: Max output <5mW DIODE  
LASER: 630-670nm, Complies with 21CFR 1040.10  
and 1040. 11.  
OPERATION OF LASER  
With the blade assembly in the uppermost position:  
1. Position your workpiece onto the miter saw.  
2. Turn on the miter saw to activate the laser beam.  
3. Verify the laser beam is aligned with the mark on  
the workpiece (WARNING - Do not lower the blade  
assembly during the alignment process).  
4. If the mark on the workpiece is not aligned with the  
dotted laser line, turn off machine, wait for the  
blade to stop and reposition workpiece.  
5. Turn on the miter saw and verify alignment.  
6. Once alignment is achieved, secure workpiece  
with a clamping device and perform the cut.  
7-1/4”  
7-1/4”  
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MITER CUT (FIG. R)  
COMPOUND CUT (FIG. T)  
When a miter cut is required, unlock the miter table by  
turning the miter handle (1) counterclockwise. While  
holding the miter handle, press down on the positive  
stop locking lever (2). Rotate the miter table to the right  
or left with the miter handle. 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°  
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 table lock 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.  
and 45°.  
IMPORTANT: Always tighten the miter table lock  
handle before performing a cut.  
Fig. T  
Fig. R  
CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL (FIG. U)  
A bowed workpiece must be positioned against the  
fence and secured with a clamping devise before  
cutting. Do not position workpiece incorrectly 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.  
BEVEL CUT (FIG. S)  
When a bevel cut is required, loosen the bevel lock  
handle (1). Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle as  
shown on the bevel scale (2). The blade can be  
positioned at any angle, from a 90° straight cut (0° on  
the scale) to a 45° left bevel. Tighten the lock handle  
(1) to lock the desired cutting head in position. Positive  
stops are provided at 0 and 45°.  
Fig. U  
Fig. S  
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WORKPIECE SUPPORT (FIG. V)  
AUXILARY WOOD FENCE (FIG. W)  
Long pieces need extra support. The support should  
be placed under the workpiece. Keep your hands out  
of the “no-hands” zone, positioned 7-1/4” or more  
away from the blade. The support must let the  
workpiece lay flat on the worktable during the cutting  
operation.  
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 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.  
NOTE: When mounted on a flat surface, the miter saw  
table is 3-1/8 inches high.  
Holes are provided in the saw fence to attach an  
auxiliary wood fence. This fence is constructed of  
straight auxiliary wood approximately 3/4 inch thick by  
2-1/2 inches high by 18 inches long.  
Attach the wood fence securely and make a full depth  
cut to make a blade slot.  
Fig. V  
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. W  
Blade slot  
Cutting capacity with auxiliary fence  
Crosscut  
3-1/2" x 3-/12"  
3-1/2" x 2"  
2" x 3-1/2"  
2" x 2"  
Miter 45°R. & L.  
Bevel 45°L.  
Compound 45°L.,45°R & L.  
3-1/8”  
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CUTTING A DIMENSIONAL 4X4 WITH ONE CUT  
(Fig. X)  
A dimensional 4x4-in may be cut in half with one cut by  
attaching an auxiliary wood fence of 3/4 inch thick.  
See “AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE” above.  
CUTTING BASE MOLDING (FIG. Z)  
Base moldings and many other 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.  
Fig. X  
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. Z  
VERTICAL MITER CUTTING (FIG. Y)  
To make a miter cut in a 2x4 workpiece (1-5/8” x 3-1/2”)  
in the vertical position on edge a spacer such as the  
auxiliary wood fence described in the “ AUXILIARY  
WOOD FENCE” section is required.  
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.  
Fig. Y  
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CUTTING CROWN MOLDING (FIG. AA, BB)  
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°.  
Fig. BB  
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. Also keep in  
mind that the angles from crown molding are very easy  
for these angles to shift slightly, all settings should be  
tested on scrap molding.  
Bevel/Miter Settings  
KEY BEVEL MITER  
SETTING SETTING  
TYPE OF CUT  
Inside corner-Left side  
1.Position top of molding against  
fence.  
2.Miter table set at RIGHT 31.6°.  
3.LEFT side is finished piece.  
Inside corner-Right side  
1.Position bottom of molding  
against fence.  
IL  
33.9°  
33.9°  
31.6°  
Right  
Fig. AA  
IR  
31.6°  
Left  
2.Miter table set at LEFT 31.6°.  
3.LEFT side is finished piece.  
Outside corner-Left side  
1.Position bottom of molding  
against fence.  
2.Miter table set at LEFT 31.6°.  
3.RIGHT side is finished piece.  
Outside corner-Right side  
1.Position top of molding against  
fence.  
OL 33.9°  
OR 33.9°  
31.6°  
Left  
31.6°  
Right  
2.Miter table set at RIGHT 31.6°.  
3.RIGHT side is finished piece.  
CHANGING THE LASER BATTERIES  
CHANGING THE BATTERIES (Fig. CC)  
Unplug your saw.  
1
FIG. CC  
Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental  
starting causing possible serious personal injury.  
1. Remove the laser guide from the saw.  
2. Loosen and remove the two screws (1), then  
remove the laser guide cover.  
3. Remove the three batteries by sliding them out  
from their mounting braces using a  
non-conductive devise such as a toothpick.  
4. Replace the batteries that have a rating of 1.5  
volts (Number LR44).  
5. Replace the laser guide cover, two screws and  
laser assembly onto the miter saw.  
Note:  
When replacing the batteries, the battery cover  
should be thoroughly cleaned. Use a soft paintbrush  
or similar device, to remove all sawdust and debris.  
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MAINTENANCE  
LOWER BLADE GUARD  
MAINTENANCE  
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. Develop a regular check to make sure the  
lower guard is working properly. Clean the lower  
guard of any dust or buildup with a damp cloth.  
DANGER  
Never put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.  
To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline,  
naphtha acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly  
volatile solvents to clean the miter saw.  
AUTION: Do not use solvents on the guard. They  
could make the plastic “cloudy” and brittle.  
To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical  
shock, unplug the power cord before working on the  
saw.  
When cleaning the lower guard, unplug the saw from  
the power source receptacle to avoid unexpected  
startup.  
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.  
SAWDUST  
Periodically, sawdust will accumulate under the work  
table 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.  
REPLACING CARBON BRUSHES (FIG. DD)  
The carbon brushes furnished will last approximately  
50 hours of running time, or 10,000 ON/OFF cycles.  
Replace both carbon brushes when either has less  
than 1/4” 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). Remove  
the cap cautiously, because it is springloaded. 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. Tighten the cap snugly, but  
do not overtighten.  
If blowing sawdust, wear proper eye protection to  
keep debris from blowing into eyes.  
LUBRICATION  
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.  
Lubrication the Following as Required:  
NOTE: To reinstall the same brushes, first make sure  
the brushes go back in the way they came out. This  
will avoid a break-in period that reduces motor  
performance and increase wear.  
Chop pivot: light machine oil or aerosol will penetrate  
from the ends of the junction points. A qualified  
service technician can remove the pivot upstop to  
relieve tension, and the 2 metric set screws holding  
the shaft, in order to drive the shaft about 3/4” right.  
Exposed surfaces are lubricated with automotive type  
oil.  
Fig. DD  
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.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn switch OFF and unplug the tool before moving, replacing the blade  
or making adjustments.  
Consult your Sears Service Center if for any reason the motor will not run.  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - MOTOR  
PROBLEM  
PROBLEM CAUSE  
SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION  
Brake does not  
stop blade within  
6 seconds.  
1.Motor brushes not  
sealed or lightly  
sticking.  
2.Motor brake  
overheated from use  
of defective or wrong  
size blade or rapid  
ON/OFF cycling.  
3.Arbor bolt loose.  
4.Other.  
1.Inspect / clean / replace brushes. See  
MAINTENANCE section.  
2.Use a recommended blade.  
Let cool down.  
3. Retighten arbor bolt.  
4. Sears Service Center.  
Motor does not  
start  
1.Fuse  
1.Use & check 15-Amp time delay fuse, or circuit  
breaker.  
2.Brush worn.  
3.Other.  
2.See MAINTENANCE section.  
3.Sears Service Center.  
Excessive brush  
spark when  
switch released.  
1.Fuse  
2.Brush worn.  
3.Other.  
1.Replace Brushes.  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE – SAW OPERATION  
PROBLEM  
PROBLEM CAUSE  
SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION  
Blade hits table.  
1. Misalignment.  
7. See ADJUSTMENT section.  
8. Sears Service Center  
Angle of cut not  
accurate.  
1. Miter table locked.  
1. Push positive stop locking lever down and  
rotate table.  
Can’t adjust miter.  
2. Sawdust under table.  
See OPERATION Section.  
2. Vacuum or blow out dust,  
WEAR EYE PROTECTION.  
1. See ADJUSTMENT Section.  
Cutting arm  
1. Loose pivot points.  
wobbles.  
Cutting arm won’t  
fully raise, or  
blade guard won’t  
fully close.  
1.Part failure.  
1. Sears Service Center.  
2. Sears Service Center.  
2.Pivot spring not  
replaced properly after  
service.  
3. Clean and lubricate moving parts.  
3. Sawdust build-up.  
1. Improper operation.  
2. Dull blade.  
Blade binds, jams,  
burns wood.  
1. See BASIC SAW OPERATION section.  
2. Replace or sharpen blade.  
3. Improper blade size.  
3. Replace with 10” diameter blade.  
4. Warped blade.  
1.Saw blade not round.  
2.Saw blade damaged.  
3.Saw blade loose.  
4.Other.  
4. Replace blade.  
1.Replace blade.  
2.Replace blade.  
3. Tighten arbor screw.  
4.Sear Service Center.  
Saw vibrates or  
shakes.  
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PARTS  
10” MITER SAW PARTS LIST  
MODEL: 137.212140  
When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts may 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.  
Always order by I.D. Number  
PARTS LIST FOR SCHEMATIC A  
I.D.NO Description  
Size  
Qty. I.D.NO Description  
Size  
Qty.  
0812  
SPRING PLATE  
MITER HANDLE  
PLASTIC SLEEVE  
NEEDLE POINTER  
FOLLOWER PLATE  
TABLE INSERT  
1
1
1
1
5
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
2
0K24  
0K2N  
0K2S  
0K3J  
0K56  
0K5C  
0K7Z  
0K9X  
0KBD  
0KCX  
0KD7  
HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP BOLT  
HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP BOLT  
HEX.SOCKET HD.CAP BOLT  
CR.RE.PAN HD.TAPPING SCREW  
CR.RE.COUNT HD.SCREW  
CR.RE.COUNT HD.SCREW  
CR.RE.TRUSS HD.ROUND NECK SCREW  
DRIVE SCREW  
M8*1.25-35  
M8*1.25-25  
M8*1.25-20  
M4*0.7-16  
M5*0.8-12  
M6*1.0-16  
M6*1.0-14  
Φ2.3-5  
2
1
3
3
1
1
2
2
6
5
4
2
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0818  
081A  
081D  
081G  
081J  
081K  
081U  
0821  
MITER SCALE  
SUPPORT  
BEVEL SCALE  
CR.RE.PAN HD.TAPPING SCREW  
CR.RE.PAN SCREW  
M4*18-25  
0824  
PIVOT SHAFT  
M5*0.8-10  
M4*0.7-10  
M5*0.8-20  
M5*0.8-25  
M5*0.8-10  
M6*1.0-8  
0826  
NEEDLE POINTER  
ROTATION SLIDE PLATE  
ANGLE REGULATOR  
SHAFT SLEEVE  
TRIGGER  
CR.RE.PAN HD.TAPPING SCREW  
0828  
0KDM CR.RE.PAN HD.SCREW  
0829  
0KDN  
0KDR  
0KDT  
0KE0  
CR.RE.PAN HD.SCREW  
CR.RE.PAN HD.SCREW  
CR.RE.PAN HD.SCREW  
CR.RE.PAN HD.SCREW  
0831  
083R  
083Y  
083Z  
084W  
0BAG  
0CES  
0CKS  
0CM2  
0CQH  
0CV5  
0D7W  
0D7X  
0D7Z  
0D87  
0D99  
0D9B  
0D9R  
0D9S  
0D9T  
0DHT  
0DTZ  
0DVJ  
0DWU  
0DWW  
0J4J  
COMPRESSION SPRING  
CORD CLAMP  
M6*1.0-40  
M6*1.0 T=5  
M6*1.0 T=6  
M6*1.0 T=6  
M10*1.5 T=10  
M12*1.75 T=12  
0KMS HEX.NUT  
LABEL  
0KQX  
0KQX  
0KQZ  
0KR0  
0KUX  
0LU2  
0QQ1  
0S1N  
0S1P  
0S1S  
0S1T  
0S2B  
0STZ  
0V8C  
0V8M  
0V9J  
0XK9  
0XKA  
0XQ5  
0XQ6  
20Z0  
21K2  
21K3  
23E0  
25NZ  
25Q5  
26Q0  
HEX.NUT  
BLADE  
LOCK NUT  
COMPRESSION SPRING  
WIRE SPRING  
LOCK NUT  
LOCK NUT  
SAFETY CLAMP  
BEVEL LOCK HANDLE ASS'Y  
DUST BAG ASS'Y  
LOCKING LATCH  
SHAFT  
TERMTNAL  
LIMIT SWITCH  
GUARD-CORD  
ARM-MITER  
TABLE  
LOCKING LATCH KNOB  
TORSION SPRING  
SHIM  
COLLAR  
HOUSING ASSEMBLY  
CR.RE.PAN HD.TAPPING SCREW  
LABEL  
M6*1.0-25  
ANCHOR BLOCK  
CAUTION LABEL  
CHIP PLATE  
POWER CABLE  
FENCE  
RUBBER PAD  
MOTOR  
SPRING  
BUTTON SWITCH  
SEGMENT HADELE  
HANDLE COVER  
HANDLE  
ARBOR COLLAR  
BLADE WRENCH  
STOP BLOCK  
EXTENTION WING  
FLAT WASHER  
LEVER  
Φ10*20-2  
Φ10*20-3  
1/2*1-3/64  
BASE  
0J4R  
0J7R  
0JMM  
0JPE  
0JQT  
0JUK  
0JVY  
0JZD  
0JZF  
0JZN  
0K0W  
FLAT WASHER  
WING BOLT  
M6*1.0-20  
FLAT WASHER  
BRACING PLATE  
ARBOR LASER ASS'Y  
PC-GUARD  
O-RING  
HEX.HD.BOLT  
M6*1.0-20  
M10*1.5-75  
M6*1.0-16  
M6*1.0-16  
M5*0.8-10  
M6*1.0-10  
M8*1.25-20  
M6*1.0-25  
HEX.HD.BOLT  
TRADE-MARK LABEL  
HEX.SOC.HD.CAP BOLT  
HEX.SOC.HD.CAP BOLT  
HEX.SOC.SET SCREW  
HEX.SOC.SET SCREW  
HEX WASHER HD BOLT  
HEX.HD.SCREW AND WASHER  
26WS MOTOR LABEL  
279L  
WARNING LABEL  
26RV  
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
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SCHEMATIC A  
MODEL: 137.212140  
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MODEL: 137.212140  
PARTS LIST FOR SCHEMATIC B MOTOR  
I.D. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
SIZE  
QTY  
0HV5  
BALL BEARING  
6204LLU  
1
0HX9  
0JEB  
0JEG  
0JG7  
0JX2  
0K3A  
NEEDLE BEARING  
C-RING  
HK-1010  
A-14  
1
1
1
1
2
4
C-RING  
A-20  
PARALLEL KEY  
HEX.SOC SET SCREW  
M5*0.8-6  
CR.RE.PAN HD.TAPPING  
SCREW&WASHER  
M5*0.8-30  
0K7G  
0KLA  
CR.RE.ROUND HD. WASHER SCREW  
M5*0.8-10  
M5*0.8-6  
3
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
2
PLASTIC SCREW  
FLOW GUIDE  
0Q9K  
0QGR  
0QM4  
0QM7  
0QM8  
0QME  
0QMK  
0QMR  
0QMX  
0QMY  
0QMZ  
0QQS  
0QQT  
0QR0  
0QR2  
1102  
COMPRESSION SPRING  
ARBOR SHAFT  
BEARING COVER  
HELIX GEAR  
BRACKET STOP  
PLASTIC CAP  
ARMATURE ASS'Y  
FIELD ASS'Y  
WIRE PROTECTOR  
MOTOR HOUSING  
BRUSH HOLDER ASS'Y  
BRUSH ASS'Y  
BRUSH COVER  
BEARING BUSHING  
SPRING PIN  
110A  
CR.RE.PAN HD.TAPPING  
SCREW&WASHER  
M5*12-55  
144L  
148B  
LEAD WIRE ASS'Y  
1
1
UPPER ARM  
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SCHEMATIC B  
MODEL: 137.212140  
MOTOR  
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