(Model MS265) PART NO. A03556 - 04-26-05 Copyright © 2005 Delta Machinery To learn more about DELTA MACHINERY visit our website at: www.deltamachinery.com. For Parts, Service, Warranty or other Assistance, please call ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 23 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 SAFETY GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury or property damage. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE. Learning the machine’s application, limitations, and specific hazards will greatly minimize the possibility of accidents and injury. 14. 2.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. 1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL it is assembled and installed according to the instructions. 2. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the operation of this machine. 3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended electrical connections. 4 MOUNT THE TOOL SECURELY to a stable supporting surface prior to operation 5.
POWER CONNECTIONS A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug.
EXTENSION CORDS MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine.
CARTON CONTENTS 2 1 6 3 5 7 4 Remove the miter saw and all loose items from the carton. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Miter Saw Arm Miter Saw Base Table Lock Handle Clamp Dust Bag 5mm Hex Wrench 1/2" Blade Wrench LIFTING THE MITER SAW BY THE SWITCH HANDLE CAN CAUSE MISALIGNMENT. ALWAYS LIFT THE MACHINE BY THE BASE OR THE CARRYING HANDLE (SEE FIG. 20).
ATTACHING TABLE LOCK HANDLE Thread the table lock handle (A) Fig. 5 into the threaded hole of the arm bracket (C). C ROTATING TABLE Loosen the table-lock handle one or two turns. Raise the index lever (B) Fig. 5 and rotate the table to the desired position. Tighten the table-lock handle. B A Fig. 5 MOVING CUTTINGHEAD TO THE UP POSITION 1. 2. Push down on cuttinghead and pull out cuttinghead lock knob (A) Fig. 6. Move the cuttinghead to the up position. ATTACHING DUST BAG Attach the dust bag (A) Fig.
OPERATION OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS STARTING AND STOPPING THE MITER SAW To start the miter saw, depress the switch trigger (A) Fig. 9. To stop the miter saw, release the switch trigger. A This saw is equipped with an automatic electric blade brake. As soon as the switch trigger (A) Fig. 9 is released, the electric brake is activated and stops the blade in seconds. Fig. 9 A TURNING SAW BLADE CAN BE DANGEROUS. AFTER COMPLETING THE CUT, RELEASE THE SWITCH TRIGGER (A) FIG.
ROTATING THE TABLE FOR MITER CUTTING Your miter saw will cut any angle from a straight 90° cut to 47° right and left. Loosen the lock handle (A) Fig. 13 one or two turns, depress the index lever (B), and move the control arm to the desired angle. TIGHTEN THE LOCK HANDLE (A). The miter saw is equipped with positive stops at the 0°, 15.5°, 22.5°, 31.62° and 45° right and left positions. Loosen the lock handle (A) Fig.
TILTING CUTTINGHEAD FOR BEVEL CUTTING The cuttinghead of your compound miter saw can be tilted to cut any bevel angle from a 90° straight cut off to a 45° left bevel angle. Loosen bevel lock handle (A) Fig. 17, tilt the cutting arm to the desired angle, and tighten the lock handle (A). A B Positive stops are provided to rapidly position the saw blade at 90° and 45° to the table. Refer to the section of this manual titled “ADJUSTING 90° AND 45° DEGREE BEVEL STOPS.
ADJUSTING BLADE PARALLEL TO TABLE SLOT 1. 2. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. Lower the cutting arm. The saw blade (A) Fig. 21 should be parallel to the left edge (B) of the table opening. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen two screws (C) Inset, and move the cutting arm until the blade is parallel with the left edge (B) of the table opening and centered in the slot. Then tighten the two screws (C). C A B Fig. 21 ADJUSTING FENCE 90° TO BLADE If the fence (A) Fig.
ADJUSTING 90° AND 45° BEVEL STOPS DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Loosen the bevel lock handle and move the cutting arm all the way to the right. Tighten the bevel lock handle. 2. Place one end of a square (A) Fig. 25 on the table and the other end against the blade. Check to see if the blade is 90° to the table (Fig. 25). 3. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the locknut (A) Fig. 26. Turn the screw (B) until the head of the screw contacts the casting (C) when the blade is 90° to the table.
ADJUSTING TENSION OF CUTTINGHEAD RETURN SPRING The tension of the cuttinghead return spring was adjusted at the factory so that the cuttinghead returns to the “up” position after a cut has been made. If it becomes necessary to adjust the spring tension: B A DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. Loosen the locknut (A) Fig. 30 and turn the screw (B) clockwise to increase, or counterclockwise to decrease the spring tension. After adjustment, tighten the locknut (A). Fig.
GENERAL CUTTING OPERATIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Your machine has the capacity to cut standard 2 x 4’s lying flat or on edge, at the 45 degree right and left miter angles (Figs. A1 and A2). A standard 2 x 6 can be cut in the 90 degree straight cut-off position in one pass (Fig. A3). Cutting a standard 4 x 4 can be accomplished with one pass (Fig. A4). This machine has the capacity to accurately cut crown mouldings and other bevel-type cuts (Fig. A5).
CUTTING ALUMINUM Aluminum extrusions used for making aluminum screens and storm windows can easily be cut with your compound miter saw. When cutting aluminum extrusions, or other sections that can be cut with a saw blade and are within the capacity of the machine, position the material so the blade is cutting through the smallest cross-section (Fig. 33). The wrong way to cut aluminum angles is illustrated in Fig. 34. Be sure to apply a stick wax to the blade before cutting aluminum stock.
CUTTING CROWN MOULDING One of the many features of the saw is the ease of cutting crown moulding. The following is an example of cutting both inside and outside corners on 52°/38° wall angle crown moulding. 1. Move the table to the 31.62° right miter position and lock the table in position. NOTE: A positive stop is provided to find this angle quickly. 2. Tilt the saw blade to the 33.86° left bevel position and tighten bevel lock handle.
TROUBLESHOOTING For assistance with your machine, visit our website at www.deltamachinery.com for a list of service centers or call the DELTA Machinery help line at 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582). MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE BLADE Use only cross-cutting saw blades. When using carbide-tipped blades, do not use blades with deep gullets as they can deflect and contact the guard. Use only 10" diameter saw blades rated for 5200 rpm or higher, and have 5/8" diameter arbor holes.
BRUSH INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT Brush life varies. It depends on the load on the motor. Check the brushes after the first 50 hours of use for a new machine or after a new set of brushes has been installed. After the first check, examine them after about 10 hours of use until such time that replacement is necessary. To inspect the brushes, proceed as follows: B A DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Remove three screws (A) Fig. 46 and remove motor cover (B). Fig. 46 2.
SERVICE PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a network of Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional information regarding your Delta quality product or to obtain parts, service, warranty assistance, or the location of the nearest service outlet, please call 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).
WARRANTY Two Year Limited New Product Warranty Delta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any new Delta machine, machine part, or machine accessory which in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to a Delta factory service center or authorized service station with proof of purchase of the product within two years and provides Delta with reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection.
PORTER-CABLE • DELTA SERVICE CENTERS (CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER-CABLE • DELTA) Parts and Repair Service for Porter-Cable • Delta Machinery are Available at These Locations (Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter-Cable • Delta) ARIZONA Phoenix 85013-2906 4501 N. 7th Ave.
