OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10" Sliding Compound Miter Saw Model # 70711 Important Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s® high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your tool properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Table Of Contents SECTION PAGE Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 General Instructions for All Power Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Extension Cords . . . .
10" Sliding Miter Saw Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Model Number: Rating Input Speed Arbor Diameter Blade Type Blade Diameter Cutting Capacity 70711 120V AC ~ 60Hz 15 Amps 5300 RPM 5/8" General Purpose with Carbide Tips 10" At 90°: 2-3/4" Deep x 12" Wide At 45° 1-9/16" Deep x 8-1/4" Wide Positive Table Stops 0°, 15°, 22.
Rules For Safe Operation The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. Symbol Meaning Safety Alert Symbol: Indicated danger, warning, or caution, may be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
General Instructions for all Power Tools READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!!! • Know your power tool. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the application and limitations as well as specific potential hazards related to this tool. • Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use. • Remove adjusting keys & wrenches.
• Use recommended accessories. Consult the operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury. • Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionally contacted. • Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter only. • Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
• Never use in an explosive atmosphere. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes. • Use only outdoor extension cords with approved ground connection that are intended for use outdoors and so marked. • Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you have good balance. • Allow the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut to avoid binding or stalling • Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
• Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. DO NOT operate tool when you are tired. DO NOT RUSH! • Make sure work area has ample lighting to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work by using your saw. • Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also. • Use the proper extension cord.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Tool with three (3) wire grounding plugs (A-in illustration on page 10) is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Sketch (B). An adapter (D) may be used to connect this plug to a two (2) pole outlet (C) if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.
Specific Safety Instructions for the 10" Miter Saw WARNING - Do not operate your saw until it is assembled, and you have read and understand the following instructions and the warning labels on the saw. Before Operating Your Miter Saw Check for proper assembly and proper alignment of moving parts.
• Make sure the blade flanges are properly installed. • Be sure the arbor bolt and washer are properly installed and tightened. • Ensure all clamps and locks are tight. Verify there is no excessive play in any parts. • Allow the blade to reach full speed before cutting. Do not cut freehand • The workpiece should be tight against the fence. Verify the workpiece will not rock or twist when it’s being cut. The area between the workpiece and the saw must be free from debris.
• Install or remove the blade. • Perform maintenance or make adjustments. To avoid injury from electrical shock • Do not touch the metal blades on the power cord plug when removing or installing the plug into an electrical outlet. To avoid injury from a fire hazard • Do not operate the saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases. When Operating Your Miter Saw To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement • Use the saw on a firm level surface with adequate space for handling and supporting the workpiece.
Allow movement of the waste portion of the workpiece • Do not hold it, clamp it, touch it or use a length stop against it. The cut-off waste portion must be free to move. It could become wedged against the blade causing a hazard. Avoid awkward hand position • It is important to position your hand no closer than 4 inches from the blade. • Do not cross your arms in front of the blade while operating the saw.
Your miter saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 AMP time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way. Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit must not be less than a #12 wire and should be protected with a 15 Amp time delay fuse.
Components of a Miter Saw Handle Latch Arbor Lock ASSEMBLY Attaching the Extension Supports and Miter Lock Handle 1. Insert the ends of the Extension Supports 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 Lock Handle into the opening of the miter handle until securely in place.
Operating Instructions WORK PIECE 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. 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. 3.
blade does not contact the Kerf Board during normal operation, including bevel cuts. Adjustment of the Kerf Board and techniques to prevent tear-out are discussed later in this manual. 7. Before starting work, check the accuracy of the Guide Fence, miter angle and bevel angle. Instructions for checking and adjusting these angles are discussed later in this manual. 8. It is very important that the work material be properly supported before making a cut. The material must be level on the Table.
4. Make a sample cut in a piece of scrap and check to be sure the bevel angle is correct. If it is not, correct the angle before cutting your work material. USING THE DEPTH STOP 1. If you want to make a kerfing or rabbet cut which does not cut through the work piece, you can use the Depth Stop Screw to control the depth of the cut. 2. To limit blade assembly travel, turn the Depth Stop Screw clockwise. The further you screw down the Depth Stop Screw, the shallower the cut will be. 3.
Maintenance and Servicing CLEANING, MAINTENANCE, AND LUBRICATION 1 . BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool . Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation . 2 . after use clean external surfaces of the tool with clean, moist cloth . To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use .
Figure 4 LO O SE N 5 . Raise the Blade Guard and Center Cover . (See Figure 4 .) 6 . while holding in the arbor lock Button, use the wrench to loosen the arbor Bolt by turning it clockwise . (See Figure 5 .) note: The arbor Bolt has a left hand thread, so it loosens by turning clockwise . 7 . Remove the arbor Bolt, outer Flange and Saw Blade by pulling them straight off the arbor . 8 . Reinstall a new Blade on the arbor . (See Figure 6 .
ADJUSTING THE MITER TABLE INDICATOR 1. After you have checked or adjusted the fence to be sure it is at 90º to the Blade, you must check the accuracy of the Miter Table Angle Indicator. 2. Loosen the screw holding the Angle Indicator in place. Rotate it until the pointer is exactly on 90º. Retighten the screw. ADJUSTING THE BEVEL ANGLE 1. For making accurate cuts, the Saw Blade must be adjusted to be exactly vertical to the Table. 2.
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. 1. Low power supply or improper 1. Check power supply and power cords. 2. Extension cords. 2. Check Carbon Brushes. Replace if damaged or worn. Tool operates sporadically or at low power Wood burns at ends when cut 3. Worn or cracked carbon brushes. 1. Dirty blade. 2. Material is binding. 1.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Blade binds, slowing 1. Material is misaligned or stopping saw. on the saw or ends are not supported. Likely Solutions 1. Material must be flat on table, flush against the fence and supported on both ends. 2. Check condition of material and check com2. Material is wet, conpatibility of blade to material. taminated or inappropriate blade is being used. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
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Assembly Diagram 26
Assembly Diagram 27
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