MODEL MM1011 10" SINGLE-BEVEL SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW Instruction Manual NEED HELP? CONTACT US! Have product questions? Need technical support? Please feel free to contact us: 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
CONTENTS WELCOME 3 Introduction...................................................................................................... 3 Specifications.................................................................................................... 3 SAFETY 4 General Safety Rules......................................................................................... 4 Specific Rules for Your Miter Saw..................................................................... 6 Electrical Information......
INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN miter saw. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool. SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning, or caution.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 7.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR MITER SAW WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. SAW BLADE SAFETY 3. People with pacemakers should consult their 1. Always wear protective gloves when handling saw physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to pacemakers could cause pacemaker interblades. ference or pacemaker failure. 2. Only use blades with correct size and type for both 4.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUR MITER SAW SECURE YOUR WORKPIECE 9. Never cut more than one piece at a time. Do not stack 1. Never hand-hold a workpiece that is too small to be workpieces together. Do not attempt to cut material clamped, as it can be launched away and cause inju- thicker than specified on page 2 of this manual. Adjust ry. Use proper support and guides to secure the small the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece (less than a full tooth of the blade should be visible below the workpiece.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION DOUBLE-INSULATED TOOLS The tool’s electrical system is double-insulated where two systems of insulation are provided. This eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. Double-insulated tools do not need to be grounded, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation.
UNPACKING & TRANSPORTATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, carefully remove the miter saw from the packaging. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed.
KNOW YOUR MITER SAW TOOL PURPOSE Miter saws allow you to easily make cuts at a variety of angles. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your miter saw. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions. N A B C D M E F L G K H A. B. C. D. E. 10 Laser ON/OFF Carrying Handle Upper Blade Guard Dust Port Bevel Lock Knob I F. G. H. I. J.
KNOW YOUR MITER SAW O Y X P W V Q U R T S O. P. Q. R. Power Trigger Laser Miter Table Kerf Board S. T. U. V. Miter Stop Lever Mounting Hole Bevel Scale Slide Lock Knob W. Depth Stop Knob X. Carbon Brush Cap Y.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. GUARD OPERATION NOTE: Keep hands clear of the blade when the operating handle is lowered. Do not interfere with the proper movement of the blade guard. Fig.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE MITER ANGLE The miter table can be adjusted from 0° to 45° to both left and right to create miter cuts. Fig. 2 1 1. Loosen the miter lock knob (Fig. 2 - 6) by turning it one or two turns counterclockwise. 2. Pull up on the miter stop lever (Fig. 2 - 5) to unlock the table. While holding the miter stop lever up, adjust the table to the desired angle. The miter scale indicator (Fig. 2 - 4) will point towards the selected angle.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS BENCH MOUNTING The miter saw base has four holes on the base for bench mounting (Fig. 4 - arrows). Mount and fix the saw to a level, horizontal bench, worktable, or miter saw stand (compatible with WEN Models MSA330 and MSA750) using four bolts and nuts (not included). Fig. 4 If desired, you can mount the saw to a piece of 1/2 inch or thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work bench or moved to other jobsites and reclamped.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS 4. Slightly loosen the two fence adjusting bolts on the back of the fence (Fig. 7 - arrows) with the included hex wrench. Adjust the fence position until it is 90° with the blade. Tighten the four bolts to secure the fence. Fig. 6 1 5. Make a test cut. Repeat step 4 until your test cut is accurate. SETTING THE MITER SCALE INDICATOR 1. Loosen the screw (Fig. 6 - 1) holding the miter scale indicator. 2 2. Adjust the direction of the indicator (Fig.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS SETTING THE BEVEL SCALE INDICATOR 1. Before setting the bevel scale indicator, the table must be perpendicular to the saw blade. See section titled, "Squaring the Table with the Blade" on page 15. Fig. 9 1 2 2. Loosen the screw (p. 15, Fig. 8 - 2) holding the bevel scale indicator. 3 4 3. Adjust the direction of the indicator so that it accurately points to 0° on the bevel scale. Tighten the screw.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE SAW BLADE Fig. 11 DANGER! Never try to use a blade larger than the stated capacity of the saw. Do not use a blade thicker than 1.9mm. It will prevent the blade screw from properly securing the blade on the spindle. Install the suitable blade for your cutting operation. 1. Unplug the tool from its power source. 2. Lift the saw arm to the upper position and lock it in place. Raise the lower blade guard (Fig. 11 - 1) out of the way and hold it up. 1 3.
OPERATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. WARNING! Before operating the miter saw, make sure to equip yourself with a dust mask, ear protection, and safety glasses for protection from possible injuries.
OPERATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your tool. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. WARNING! Before operating the miter saw, make sure to equip yourself with a dust mask, ear protection, and safety glasses for protection from possible injuries.
OPERATION 7. PERFORM THE CUT Fig. 16 1. Plug in the miter saw. Turn on the laser (Fig. 16) to see where your cut will land on the material. CAUTION: DO NOT look into the laser beam or point at any living thing. 2. Grip the operating handle firmly and squeeze the power trigger (Fig. 16) to turn the saw ON. 3. Allow the blade to reach full speed. Make sure the workpiece is held securely against the table and fence at all times. If the material binds the blade, release the power trigger.
MAINTENANCE ROUTINE INSPECTION LUBRICATION Before each use, inspect the general condition of the tool. The bearings of your miter saw are permanently If any of these following conditions exist, do not use until sealed and require no extra lubrication. The gearbox parts are replaced or the saw is properly repaired. is also sufficiently lubricated from the factory and requires no additional lubrication. Check for: • Loose hardware, CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT Replacement carbon brushes (Part No.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM Ineffective cutting performance. CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Blade is dull. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 2. Blade is dirty. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM Motor does not start. Saw overheats. CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Power cord damaged or not properly plugged in. 1. Check the power cord, extension cord, power plug, and the power outlet.
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