Use and Care Manual

6
ASSEMBLY
Installing the Carrying Handles
The carrying handles are used for transport as well
as support extensions for cutting longer workpieces.
Use the four bolts to attach the carrying handles to
each side of the miter saw table, using the blade
wrench provided. Tighten securely.
Always lock the slide rails and lock down the saw
head before transporting tool. Only carry tools by
the carrying handles.
Installing the Kickstand
Lay the miter saw on its side. Insert the kickstand
(the bend should angle toward the ground) into the
two holes under the slide rails. Push the kickstand
in until it won't go any further. To secure, insert and
tighten the screw into the end of one kickstand prong.
Transporting and Storing
Always lock the saw head and slide rails before
transporting and storing the tool.
Saw Head
To lock, press and hold down the saw head and then
push in the lock-down pin.
To unlock, press and hold down the saw head and
pull out the lock-down pin. Raise the saw head.
Slide Rails
To unlock, loosen the slide rail lock by turning it
counterclockwise. NOTE: If the slide does not appear
to work when the slide rail lock is loosened, the chop
lock may be locked.
To lock, slide the saw head forward and tighten the
slide rail lock by turning it clockwise. CAUTION! Do
not use the chop lock to lock the rails for transport.
Mounting the Miter Saw
To prevent the tool from sliding, falling or tipping
from a raised work surface during operation, the saw
should be mounted to a supporting surface such as
a level, sturdy work table, bench, or miter saw stand.
Position the saw and workbench to allow adequate
room for cross-cutting long workpieces. To mount
the saw to a at surface, insert fasteners through
the holes in the corners of the saw base and secure.
Follow manufacturer instructions when mounting to
a miter saw stand.
Dust collection
WARNING
Collected sawdust from coated
(polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc.)
workpieces can self-ignite in the dust bag or
elsewhere and cause re. To reduce the risk of
re, empty the dust bag frequently and never
store or leave a saw without totally emptying its
dust bag.
The dust port at the back of the saw can be con-
nected to a standard workshop vacuum hose or the
included dust bag. Leave the dust bag open to direct
dust down into a garbage can.
To install, push and twist the hose or dust bag onto
the dust port.
Using Face Boards
When using face boards, secure them using the
mounting holes in the fences. Face boards place dis-
tance between the fence and the workpiece, providing
improved support for some workpieces. Workpiece
splintering can be reduced by using face boards.
Selecting, Installing, and Changing Blades
Always use clean, sharp blades. Dull blades tend to
overload the tool, bind, and cause pinching. Use only
10" sliding miter saw blades rated at least 4000 RPM.
Outer
ange
Blade
bolt
Blade
Guard in
blade-changing
OPEN position
1. Remove battery pack.
2. Lower the saw head.
3. Raise the lower guard and hold up while raising
the saw head. Let go of the lower guard. The lower
guard will remain up in the blade-changing OPEN
position. WARNING! Be careful not to lower the
guard head while changing the blade; the lower
guard will fall back into place to cover the blade
and could pinch hands and ngers.
4. Press in the spindle lock and rotate the spindle/
blade until the lock engages.
5. Use the wrench to loosen and remove the left-hand
thread blade bolt (clockwise).
6. Remove the outer blade ange and blade. Wipe
the anges and spindle to remove dust and debris.
Inspect the parts for damage. Replace if needed.
7. Match the arrow direction on the blade with the
arrow direction on the lower guard. Slide the blade
onto the spindle.
8. Install the outer blade ange. The at side of the
ange must rest against the blade.
9. Press in the spindle lock and rotate the blade until
the lock engages. Insert and securely tighten the
blade bolt (counterclockwise) with the wrench.
10. Move hands out of the guard area and lower
the saw head. The lower guard will fall back into
place; verify it moves freely.
11. Check the clearance between the blade, kerf
plate, and fences. Always use the kerf plate. Kerf
plates reduce tear-out and splintering along the
cut by providing edge support.
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
specied for the battery. For spe-
cic charging instructions, read the operator’s
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Removing/Inserting the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
Only use accessories specically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.