Instruction manual

OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS

STARTING AND STOPPING MACHINE

To start the machine, depress switch trigger (A) Fig. 11. To stop the machine, release the switch trigger. This miter saw

is equipped with an automatic electric blade brake. As soon as the switch trigger (A) Fig. 11 is released, the electric

brake is activated and stops the blade in seconds.

WARNING: A turning saw blade can be hazardous. After completing cut, release the switch trigger (A) Fig. 11 to

activate blade brake. Keep cuttinghead down until blade has come to a complete stop.

WARNING: The torque developed during braking may loosen the arbor screw. The arbor screw should be

checked periodically and tightened if necessary.

LOCKING SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION

IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent

unauthorized use, using a padlock (B) Fig. 12 with a 3/16" diameter shackle.

Fig. 10

Fig. 12

Fig. 11

1. A work clamp (A) Fig. 10 is supplied with this

machine. Use this clamp, especially with short work-

pieces. Never allow your hands to be in the “Hazard

Zone”.

2. Two holes (B) Fig. 9 are provided in the base of the

miter saw, enabling you to use the clamp (A) Fig. 10 on

either the right or left hand side of the machine.

WARNING: Keep hands out of path of saw

blade. If necessary, clamp the workpiece in place

before making cut.

WARNING: The area inside the two red

lines (A) Fig. 9 on the table is designated as

a hazard zone. Never place your hands

inside this area while the tool is being

operated.

TABLE HAZARD AREA

Fig. 9