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MODEL NO.

113.234880

8- I/4 INCH

SLIDECOMPOUND

MITER SAW

Serial

Number_

Model and serial numbers

may be found on the

base

You should record both

model and serial number in

a safe place for future use.

FORYOUR

SAFETY:

READ ALL

INSTRUCTIONS

CAREFULLY

,__AIRS /r.RRFT._H RN

8-1/4 INCH SLIDE

COMPOUND MITERSAW

• assembly

• operating

• repair parts

Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

P_rt No. SP5524 Printed in Taiwan

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SLIDE COMPOUND MITER SAW •

if within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Slide Compound Miter Saw fails

due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERV-

ICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary

from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60195

Safety Instruction for Slide Compound Miter Saw

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert

and knowing how your slide compound miter saw

works. Read this manual to understand this saw.

SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS

_1, DANGER: means if the safety information is not

followed someone will be seriously injured or kilted.

A_ WARNING: means if the safety information is not

followed someone could be seriously injured or

killed.

'& CAUTION: means if the safety information is not

followed someone might be injured.

BEFORE USING THE SLIDE

COMPOUND MITER SAW:

WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause

serious, permanent injury, do not plug the saw

in until the following steps are completed.

•Assembly and alignment. (See pages 9-13).

• Learn the use and function of:

(a) the ON-OFF switch,

(b) upper and lower blade guards,

(d) bevel lock handle,

(e) cover plate screw.

(f) depth adjustment bolt,

(g) carriage lock knob,

(h) miter lock handle, and

(i ) saw handle.

• Review and understand all safety instructions and

operating procedures in this manual.

• Review the maintenance methods for this slide

compound miter saw. (See page 21)

Read the following DANGER and WARNING labels

found on the slide compound miter saw:

m. ,LtA1 =[:l

F_ \_ i

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_WARNING

3lade can lift and throw wo_plece.

3Jade can suddenly come toward you.

ro avoid this:

'or Chop Cuts, _lways LOCK SLIDE.

For Slide Cuts:

NEVER pull saw Into workplace.

Position blade over front edge of

workplace. To cut, PUSH saw

down Into front edge, then back

toward fence.

Read Owner's Manual before using tool

&WARNING

f* Read the Manual before using this saw. 6, Do nor perform any operation freehand. I_ DOUBLE INSULATED

Z.Wear safety goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 7. Do not reach around or behind saw blade, f L-.J JWhen servicing use only

Standards. 8. Unplug saw before changing blade or secvtc_g. _identical mn_Rmmnt nactm

3,Tighten_ arbor screw and all clamps beforB g. Release trigger end ,waft for blade to stop Electncs" I-. 120 vo'-rts........ "_-

sawing, before moving wor kpmce or changing set.up. 60 Hz AC only (_l,_' \

4.Donotoperatethissawwifftoutguardsinplace. 10.To avoid electric shock_ do not oxpose to |n= m "' _ _.UL,J./

5.Keep hands away from the moving blade, rain• S000 _M IEWo-/5

WHEN INSTALLING OR MOVING THE

SLIDE COMPOUND MITER SAW.

Before moving the sew:

•Lock the miter, bevel, and carriage lock knobs.

• Unplug the power cord. 2

• Get help. This saw weighs 70 pounds. To avoid

back injury, get help whenever you need to lift it.

NEVER carry the saw by the cord or power head han-

dle. The handle could break suddenly. Damage to insu-

lation could cause an electric shock. Damage to wire

connections could cause a fire.

AVOIDDANGEROUSENVIRONMENT.Usetheslide

compoundmitersawin a dry,indoorplaceprotected

fromrain.Keepworkareawelllighted.

Placetheslidecompoundmitersawsoneithertheuser

orbystandersareforcedtostandinlinewiththeblade.

Throwndebriscouldinjurepeopleinitspath.

Toavoid injury from unexpected saw movement:

•Put the slide compound miter saw on a firm level

surface where there is plenty of room for handling

and properly supporting the workpiece.

• Support the slide compound miter saw so the table

is level and the saw does not rock.

Bolt or clamp the saw to its support.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could

occur if the tool tips or you accidentally hit the cut-

ting tool. Do not store anything above or near the

tool where anyone might stand on the tool to reach

them.

To avoid injury or death from electrical shock:

•THIS TOOL IS DOUBLE INSULATED to give you

added protection. Double insulation does not take

the place of normal safety precautions when oper-

ating this tool. When servicing this double insulat-

ed tool, use only identical parts.

• Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's

metal prongs when plugging or unplugging the

slide compound miter saw.

BEFORE EACH USE:

Inspect your slide compound miter saw.

DISCONNECT THE SAW. To avoid injury from acci-

dental starting, unplug the saw, before changing the

setup, changing the blade or adjusting anything.

Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to

the direction arrow on the blade. The blade teeth

should always point downward at the front of the saw,

Tighten the arbor screw.

Tighten the cover plate stop screw.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Check for:

Alignment of moving parts,

Damaged electric cords.

Binding of moving parts,

Broken parts,

Stable mounting,

Function of arm return spring and lower guard:

Push the arm all the way down, then let it rise up

until it stops by itself. Check the lower guard to see

if it closed fully, If it did not, follow the instructionsin

the Trouble Shooting section.

Smooth, solid movement of sliding assembly,

Other conditions that may affect the way the slide

compound miter saw works.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE, in working order, and in

proper adjustment.

If any part is missing, bent, or broken in any way, or any

electrical parts don't work, turn the saw off and unplug

it. REPLACE damaged, missing, or failed parts before

using the saw again.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep the slide com-

pound miter saw clean for best and safest performance

Follow instructions for lubricating. DON'T put lubricants

on the blade while it's spinning.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES from

tool before turning it on.

To avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces:

•Choose the right 8-1/4 inch diameter blade for the

material and the typeof cuttingyou plan to do.

•Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and

properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push

the power-head all the way down and back. Hand

spin the blade and check for clearance. Tilt the

power-head to 45 degree bevel and repeat the

check. If the blade hits anything, make the adjust-

ments shown in the Assembly and Alignment

section. (page 9)

• Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.

• Make sure the arbor collars' recessed sides are

facing the blade.

• Using the provided arbor wrench or other 1/2"

wrench, make sure the arbor cap screw is firmly

hand tightened.

°Make sure all clamps and looks are tight and no

parts have excessive play.

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and

benches invite accidents. Floor must not be slippery.

To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the

slide compound miter saw near flammable liquids,

vapors or gasses.

Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands,

face, ears.

KNOW YOUR SLIDE COMPOUND MITER SAW.

Read and understand the owner's manual and labels

affixed to the toot. Learn its application and limitations

as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this

tool.

To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving

parts, don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the

slide compound miter saw while any parts are moving.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch is

"OFF" before plugging slide compound miter saw into a

power outlet.

Plan your work.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment

to do a job it was not designed to do. Use a different

tool for any workpiece that can't be held in a solidly

braced, fixed position.

CAUTION: This machine is not designed for

cutting metals. Use this slide compound miter

saw to cut only wood, and wood like products.

Other materials may shatter, bind on the blade,

start fires or create other dangers.

Dress for safety. WEARYOUR

Any power slide compound miter saw can throw foreign

objects into the eyes. This can cause permanent eye

damage. Wear safety goggles (not glasses) that comply

with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on package). Everyday eye-

glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are not

safety glasses. Safety goggles are available at Sears

retail catalog stores, Glasses or goggles not in compliance

with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously hurt you when they

break.

• Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or

jewelry (rings, wrist watches) They can get caught

and draw you into moving parts.

• Wear nonslip footwear.

• lqe back long hair.

• Roll long sleeves above the elbow

•Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possible hearing

damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using slide

compound miter saw for hours at a time.

• For dusty operations wear a dust mask along with

the safety goggles.

Inspect your workpieee.

Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the

part of the workpiece to be cut.

Plan your work to avoid the spinning blade and

keep the workpiece from binding on the blade and

flying out of your hands:

Plan how you will make the cut. Always:

• Make sure the blade is not spinning.

• Raise the blade.

• Slide the saw out above the front edge of the work-

piece before starting it, and

• Push the saw blade down on top of the wood and

then away from you to make the cut.

IDANGER: NEVER pull the saw toward you

during acut. The blade can suddenly climb up

on top of the workpiece and force itself

toward you.

Plan the way you will hold the workpiece from start to

finish:

Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a

sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into

the blade.

DON'T OVERREACH. Keep good footing and balance.

Never reach behind or beneath the saw blade.

Keep your face and body to one side, out of line with a

possible throwback.

Never cut FREEHAND:

• Brace your workpiece solidly against the fence and

table top so ,t will not rock or twist during the cut

• Make sure there's no debris between the work

piece and its supports

• Make sure no gaps between the workpiece fence

and table wilr let the workpiece shill after it is cut _n

two.

• Never cut more than one workppece at a time

•Keep the cut off piece free to move sideways after

it's cut off Otherwise. it could get wedged against

the blade and thrown violently

• Clear everything except the workpiece and related

support devices off t,_e table before turning the

slide compound miter saw on

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to help

hold the work when irs practical

Use extra caution with large, very small or awk-

ward workpieces:

• Use extra supports (tables saw horses, blocks.

e[c.i for any workpieces large enough to tip when

not hetd down to the table top.

• NEVER use another persoH as a substitute for a

table ex_er'.so "_, or as additiona_ sn,ooort for a

workplece

• Do nol use tn,s saw to :,,,' pieces too small [o let

you easily i-old the ,.vo_kwniie you keep the thumb

side of your flt_/ poetic,, _'_'g_ against the out-

sideeag_ _ n. !ercd.

• When cutting {rregu_auy shapeo workp_eces, plan

your work support so =twlti not Shp Dncn Th_biaoe .

and be torn [rum ,,.u. , __ A pLece of molding,

for example nc, b[ ,o iL_f_r be heid by a fixture or

j_gthat wiii not let [ r_,,_/_ock or slip while being

cut.

• Properly support round material such as dowel

rods. They have a tendency to roll while being cut

causing the blade to "bite" To avoid this, always

use a fixture designed to properly hold your work-

piece

WHENEVER SAW BLADE IS SPINNING.

WARNING: Don't let familiarity (gained from

frequent use of your slide compound miter

saw) cause a careless mistake. A careless

fraction of a second is enough to cause

a severe injury.

Before starting your cut watch the slide compuur'o

miter saw whiie it runs If it makes an unfarnil,at no_se

or vibrates a lot, stop _mmediately Turn the slide com-

pound miter saw off. Unplug the shde compound m_,

saw. Do not restart until finding and correcting the p_c_'

lem.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Keep all visitors a safe dis-

tance from the slide compound miter saw. Make sure

bystanders are clear of the slide compound miter saw

and workp_ece

Never confine the piece being cut off. Never hold it,

clamp it, touch it, or use length stops against it while the

blade is spinning, tt must be free to move sideways on

its own. If confined, it could get wedged against the

blade and thrown violently.

Let the blade reach full speed before cutting.

DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer

at its designed rate. Feed the blade into the workpiece

only fast enough to let it cut without bogging down or

binding.

Before freeing any jammed material:

• Turn switch "OFF"

• Unplug the slide compound miter saw.

•Wait for all moving parts to stop.

After finishing a cut:

•Keep holding the power head down,

• Release the switch, and wait for all moving parts to

stop before moving your hands.

• If blade doesn't stop within 6 seconds, unplug the

saw and follow the instructions in the Trouble

Shooting section for fixing the blade brake before

using the saw again,

BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW:

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn

power off. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

Make workshop child-proof. Lock the shop. Disconnect

master switches. Store tool away from children and oth-

ers not qualified to use it.

glossary of terms for woodworking

Arbor

The shaft on which a cutting too! is mounted

Bevel Cut

An angle cutting operation made through the face of the

workpiece.

Compound Cut

A simultaneous bevel and miter cutting operation.

Crosscut

A cutting operation made across the width of the

workp_ece,

Freehand

Performing a cut w,thout the use of fence (guide), hold

down or other proper device to prevent the workpiece

from _Jisting during the cutting operation. Twisting of

the workpiece can cause it to be thrown.

Gum

A st;cky sap based residue from wood products

Heel

M ';a'icnm(mt o_th_ nlade

Kerr

The amount of material removed by the blade _n a

through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-

through or partial cut

Miter Cut

An angle cutting operation made across the width of the

workp=ece

Resin

A sticky, sap based substance that has hardened.

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

The number of turns completed by a spinning object in

one minute.

Sawblade Path

The area of the workpiece or table top directly in line

with either the travel of the blade or the part of the work-

piece which will be, or has been, cut by the blade.

Set

The distance that the tip of the sawblade tooth is bent

(or set) outward from the face of the blade.

Dado

A non-through cut which produces a square sided

_otch or trough in the workpiece.

Workpiece

The item on which the cutting operation is being per-

formed. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly

referred to as faces, ends, and edges.

End

Edge

electrical connections

POWER SUPPLY

Motor Specifications

The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonre-

versible type having the following specifications:

Maximum Developed H.P .......................................... 2

Voltage ................................................................... 120

Amperes .................................................................. 10

Hertz (Cycles) ......................................................... 60

Phase .............................................................. Single

RPM .................................................................... 5000

Rotation of Shaft ......................................... Clockwise

Brake ............................................................ Automatic

WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire haz-

ards, or damage, or damage to the tool, use

proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired at

the factory for 120v operation. Connect to a

f20v, 15-amp branch circuit and use a 15-amp

time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid

shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or

damaged in any way, have it replaced immedi-

ately.

DOUBLE INSULATED

The slide compound miter saw is intended for residen-

tian use only. It is double insulated to provide a double

thickness of insulation between you and the tool's

electrical system. All exposed metal parts are isolated

from the internal metal motor components with pro-

tecting insulation.

Your unit has a plug that looks like the one shown

below..

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical

shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one

blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in

a polarized outlet only one way, f the p ug does

not fit fully in the outlet, reverse plug. If it still

does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to

install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug

in any way.

WARNING: Double insulation does not take the

place of normal safety precautions when operat-

ing this tool.

DANGER: To avoid electrocution:

1. Use only identical replacement parts when

servicing a tool with double insulation. Ser-

vicing should be performed by a qualified ser-

vice technician.

2. Do not use in rain or where floor is wet. This

tool is intended for indoor residual use only.

MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION

CAUTION: To avoid motor damage, this motor

should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to

keep sawdust from interfering with normal

motor ventilation.

1. Connect this tool to a 120V, 15-amp branch circuit

with a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

Using the wrong size fuse can damage the motor.

2. If the motor won't start, release the trigger switch

immediately. UNPLUG THE TOOL Check the saw

blade to make sure it turns freely. If the blade is

free, try to start the motor again. If the motor still

does not start, refer to the "Motor Trouble-Shoot-

mg Chart."

3. If the motor suddenly stalls while cutting wood,

release the trigger switch, unplug the tool, and

free the blade from the wood. The motor may now

be restarted and the cut finished.

4. Fuses may "blow" or circuit breakers may trip fre-

quently if:

a. MOTOR IS OVERLOADED--Overloading can

occur if you feed too rapidly or make too many

start/stops in a short time.

b. Voltages net more than 10% above or below

the nameplate voltage can handle normal

loads. For heavy loads, however, the voltage at

motor terminals must equal the voltage speci-

fied on nameplate.

5. Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or

incorrect connections, overload, low voltage (such

as small size wire in the supply circuit) or to overly

tong supply circuit wire. Always check the connec-

tions, the load and the supply circuit whenever

motor doesn't work well. Check wire sizes and

length with the Wire Size Chart below,

WIRE SIZES

The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of

power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent over-

heating and motor burn-out, use the table below to

determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.) extension

cord.

For circuits that are farther than 100 feet away from

electrical service box, the wire size must be increased

proportionately in order to deliver ample voltage to the

saw motor,

Ampererati_g 0 50 51 100 107 i3 0 1:2 ! - 150

ton _)ameplate)

Ext Cord Length Wire Size iAmerican Wire Gauge}

25 Ft 18 18 l_ 14

50 Ft 18 16 16 14

75 F1 18 16 !4 14

!00 F_ 16 14 12 12

125 Ft 16 12 12 12

150 Ft 16 12 !2 -=

contents

Guarantee .................................................................. 2

Safety Instructions for Slide Compound

Miter Saw ................................................................. 2

Glossary of Terms for Woodworking ............................ 5

Electrical Connections ................................................... 6

Unpacking and Preassembly ................................ 7

Knowing Your Miter Saw ................................................ 8

Assembiy and Alignment .......................................... 9

Mounting the Saw .......................................................... 13

Basic Saw Operations ....................................... 14

Maintenance and Lubrication ........................................ 21

Troubie Shooting ......................................................... 23

Repair Parts .............................................................. 26

unpacking

WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected

starting or electrical shock, do not plug the

power cord into a source of power during

unpacking and assembly. This cord must remain

unplugged whenever you are working on the

saw.

1. Before removing the saw from the shipping carton

tighten the carriage lock knob to guard against sud-

den movement

2. Remove the saw from the shipping carton by lifting

with the handholds located at the base of the saw.

Model 113.234880 Slide Compound Miter Saw is

shipped complete in one box

WARNING: Although small, this saw is heavy. To J

avoid back injury, get help whenever you have to J

lift the saw.

WARNING: It any part is missing or damaged, do

not plug the saw in until the missing or damaged

part is correctly replaced. To avoid electrical

shock, use only identical

replacement parts when servicing double

insulated tools.

Place the saw on a secure stationary work surface and

look the saw over carefully.

tools needed

NOTE: AII fasteners are metric except arbor screw and

mounting hardware for lower guard,

Tools required for assembly and alignment of miter

saw:

•#2 Phillips Screwdriver

•Combination Square

• Adjustable Wrench

_,_ #2 PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

COMBINATION SQUARE ADJUSTABLE WRENCH

COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE

DRAW LIGHT

LINE ON BOARD

ALONG TRIS EDG_.__

SHOULD BE NO GAP OR OVERLAP WHEN

SQUARE IS FLIPPED OVER IN DOTTED PO61TION

STRAIGHT EDGE OF

BOARD 3/4" THICK

THIS EDGE MUST BE

PERFECTLY STRAIGHT

FURNISHED WRENCH I12" ARBOR BOX

AND 12mm OPEN END

knowing your slide compound miter saw

I Warning labels.

2 Handle Latch--The miter saw can be locked in the

lowered position for compact storage.

3 Depth Adjustment bolt--When properly adjusted it

limits saw blade travel to approximately 1/4" below

the table.

4. Miter Lock Handle--The miter lock handle clamps

the miter saw at a desired miter angle. Index points

have been provided at 0.15, 22-1/2, 30, 45 L/R.

5 Bevel Lock Handle_The bevel lock handle locks

the saw at a desired bevel angle.

6 Bevel Adjustment Stops--Bolts that are adjusted to

stop sawblade at 90_ bevel and 45; bevel.

7. Carriage Lock Knob--Lock the carriage in place.

8. Lower Blade Guard-The blade guard helps pro-

tect your hands from the blade in the raised posi-

ticn. To avoid binding on the workpiece, it retracts

as the blade is lowered.

10. Cover Plate

Screw

9. Saw Handle--The saw handle contains the trigger

switch with a lock-off button. The blade is bowered

into the workpiece by pushing down on the handle.

The saw will return to its upright position when the

handle is released.

!0. Cover Plate Screw--When tightened, holds cover

plate in place and can be loosened to let cover

plate swing back for blade changing.

9. Saw Handle 1. Warning Labels 3. Depth Adjustment bolt

with Knurled Nut

and Jam Nuts

6. Bevel Adju

Stops

2. Handle Latch

7, Carriage

Lock Knob

8. Lower Blade

Guard

4_ Miter Lock Handle

5. Bevel Lock

Handle

assembly and alignment

ASSEMBLY AND ALIGNMENT

Assembling the Lower Blade Guard

NOTE: For compact shipment the lower blade guard

has been partially disconnected.

!. The slide compound miter saw has a spring loaded

pin to lock the miter saw in the !owered position. To

release push the handle down slightly, pull the lock-

ing knob and give a quarter turn,

2. Release pressure on the handle and allow the saw

to rise to its up position

3, Remove the M6 x 1.0 shoulder screw and hardware

from the pivot casting as illustrated. Attach the blade

guard link to the pivot casting with a phillips screw-

driver while you tighten the jam nut with the

adjustable wrench,

NOTE: With the blade guard link attached, the guard

should raise as the blade is lowered towards the work

table and drop to cover the blade as the power head is

raised. This link helps prevent guard hangups and bind-

ing while you are cutting, Check that link is centered

under guard bearing and does not twist and bind under

pressure, tf the link does bind contact Sears Service,

Smaller Jam

M6 x 1.0 Shoulder Thicker Nut

Screw Washers

Link

Pivot

Larger

Thinner

Washel

ASSEMBLY AND ALIGNMENT

Step One -- Blade Square (90°) to Table

NOTE: The compound slide miter saw was assem-

bled, aligned, and inspected before shipment.

Alignment should be checked and any necessary

adjustments made to insure accurate cuts.

1. Lower the blade and use the head latch to keep the

blade in the down position. Use a combination

square to check blade squareness to table. If the

blade does not contact the full length of the square.

follow the procedure below,

a. Loosen the bevel lock handle.

b. Grasp the metal upper guard and move the cut-

ting head to the left as far as it will go.

c. Loosen the right side bevel stop lock nut. Lower

the bevel stop bolt down as far as it will go.

d. Grasp the metal upper guard again and position

the cutting head until the blade makes contact

with the full length of the square.

e. Tighten the bevel lock handie

f. Use 12mm wrench end to hold the bevel stop lock

nut in place.

g Use another wrench to turn the bevel stop bolt

until it hits the bottom of the bevel stop.

h. Lock the bevel stop nut.

2. Check the bevel indicator, If the indicator needs

adjustment use a phillips screwdriver and slide the

indicator to the 0" on the scale.

Step Two -- Blade 45 to Table

1. Loosen the bevel lock handle. Grasp the metal

guard and tiIt the cutting head to the Ieft until it

strikes the left bevel stop,

2. Use a procedure similar to Step One except use the

45 side of the combination square, Adjust as neces-

sary.

3. Return blade to 90 upright position and tighten

bevel lock

Step Three -- Fence Square (90') to Blade

1. Lower the blade and use the head latch to keep the

blade in the down position. Use a combination

square to make sure the fence is square to the blade

as shown. If an adjustment is needed follow the pro-

cedure below

a Loosen the four (4) fence lock bolts

b Piace a combination square against the saw

blade and adjust the fence until it is 90 to the

blade

c Tighten the four (4) fence lock bolts

Step Four- Adjustment of Miter Scale indicator

1 Position the turntable to the 0 position Lock the

m_terhandle

2 The miter scale indicator should be pointing to 0

3 !f necessary, loosen the phillips screw that holds the

indicator in place Reposition the indicator and

retighten screw

10 /

Miter

Lock

Handle

Miter Scale

Indicator

Step Five-- Bevel Pivot Adjustment

The compound slide miter saw should bevel easily by

loosening the bevel lock handle and tilting the power

head to the left If movement is tight or if there is loose

ness in the pivot follow the adjustment procedure.

a. Loosen the beveI lock handle

b Turn the hex lock nut wifh a wrench

c Recheck bevel movement of the miter saw

Readjust if necessary

IWARNING: To keep the nut from working it's way I

off as you use the saw, at least one thread of the I

pivot bolt must always stick out past the nut.

Always keep the nut at least that tight.

Step Six -- Cutting Head Pivot Adjustment

The compound slide miter saw should nse completely

to the up position by itself. To check this release the

handle latch and see if the saw will rise by itsolfl If the

saw wiII not rise by itself or if there is play in the pivot

joints the following adfustment _snecessary

aif the saw does not rise by itself loosen the lock

nut on the pivot bolt

b If there is play in the joints slightly tighten the lock

nut on the pivot bolt

c Recheck the saw travel Saw should rise freely to

its up travel stop. Check to see that the saw wilI

rise from al! positions and there is no looseness in

the pivot If saw still won't fully rise, have Sears

Service check and repair it,

WARNING: To keep the nut from working it's way

off as you use the saw, at least on thread of the

pivot bolt must always stick out past the nut.

Always keep the nut at least that tight.

Depth

Stop

.Jam Nuts

Pivot Bolt Bevel

and Nut Lock Bevel Hex Lock Nut

Handle

Step Seven -- Depth Stop

The depth stop limits the blade's downward travel. It

allows the blade to go below the work table enough to

maintain full cutting capacities, thereby cutting com-

pletely through the workpiece at the fence, Properly

adjus_ea, the dec,th stop positions the blade !,'4"below

the table.

WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected

starting or electrical shock, do not plug the saw

in. The power cord must remain unplugged

whenever you are working on the saw.

This too! is factory set to provide maximum cutting

capacity for the 8-1/4" saw blade provided. When the

diameter of the blade has been reduced due to sharp-

enrng _tmay be necessary to adjust the depth stop

When a new blade is installed it is necessary to check

ibe clearance of the blade to the turn table structure

Follow the procedure below.

a. Loosen the two (2) jam nuts on the end of the

depth stop bolt.

b. Loosen the knurled nut at the top of the arm,

c The saw blade is lowered by turning the depth

stop bolt counterclockwise and raised by turning

the bolt clockwise.

d. Lower the blade into the slot of the turn table.

Check blade clearance and maximum cutting dis-

tance (distance from fence where blade enters) to

front of work table slot. Readjust if necessary.

CAUTION: Do not start the compound slide miter

saw without checking for interference between the

blade and the turn table structure. The blade could

be ruined if it cuts into the turn table structure. I

e. Tighten the large knuded nut at the top of arm.

f. Tighten the two (2) nuts on the end of the depth

stop bolt against the depth stop.

Removing or Installing the Blade

WARNING: To avoid injury from a thrown work-

piece or thrown pieces of blade, do not use a

blade larger or smaller than 8-1/4" diameter,

WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected

starting, unplug the saw whenever you are

removing or installing the blade.

Blade Guard

Link

Mounting

Plate

1. Unplug the saw from the outlet. Cutting head is up.

2. Rotate lower guard out of the way. Loosen the

screw holding the lower guard mounting plate to

the upper guard.

3. Lift the lower guard up and tilt the lower guard

assembly back so the arbor screw is exposed

4. Find the arbor lock between the upper guard and

the miter saw handle. Place a 1/2" box end wrench

or arbor wrench furnished, over arbor screw.

5. Press the arbor lock and hold it in firmly while turn-

ing the wrench clockwise. The arbor lock will

engage after some turning of the wrench.

NOTE: The arbor lock can be damaged by improper

use. If the arbor lock will not hold, lower the blade down

on to a scrap piece of wood positioned against the

fence. This will serve as an alternate locking means.

6. Unscrew and remove the arbor screw, arbor washer.

outer blade collar, and the blade.

Loosen

This Locking

Screw After

Rotating

Lower Guard

Lower

Blade Guard

Arbor

Lock

NOTE: Pay attention to pieces removed, noting their

position and direction they face (see illustration). Wipe

the blade collars clean of any sawdust before installing

the new blades.

7. Install the new 8-1/4" blade. Make sure the rotation

arrow on the blade matches the clockwise rotation

arrow on the upper guard.

8. install the outer blade collar, arbor washer and

arbor screw. Press the arbor lock and turn the 1/2"

wrench counter clockwise to secure the blade.

Tighten arbor screw securely.

9. Lower the lower blade guard until the slot in mount-

ing plate rests all the way down on the tocking

screw_ Tighten the locking screw.

DANGER: Never use saw without mounting

plate locked securely in place. It keeps the

arbor screw from falling out if it accidentally

loosens and prevents the spinning blade from

coming off the machine.

or Wrench

Furnished

Arbor

Washer _8-1/4" Blade

Screw /Inner Blade

/Collar

Outer (Do Not Remove)

Blade Collar

WARNING: After installing a new blade, make

sure the blade clears the table slot at the 0°and

45°bevel positions. Lower the blade into the

table slot and check for any contact with the

base or turn table structure.

10. Be sure the arbor lock is released so the blade

turns freely. If blade contacts turn table, refer to assembly and align-

ment, step two, for adjustment.

If blade bottoms out on turn table structure, due to

assembly and alignment, see depth stop section for

adjustment.

(See page 11, Step 7).

MOUNTING THE SAW

IWARNING: To avoid injury: I

Before moving the saw:

• Lock the miter, bevel and carriage.

• Unplug the power cord.

• Get help. This saw weighs 70 pounds. To avoid

back injury, get help whenever you need to tiff it.

NEVER carry the saw by the cord or power head han-

dle The handle could break suddenly. Damage to tnsu-

lation could cause an electric shock. Damage to wire

connections could cause a fire.

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Use the slide com-

pound miter saw _na dry, indoor place protected from

rain. Keep work area welI lighted.

Place the slide compound miter saw so neither the user

or bystanders are forced to stand in line with the blade

Thrown debris could injure people in its path.

To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement:

• Put the slide compound miter saw on a firm level

surface where there is plenty of room for handling

and properly supporting the workpiece.

•Support the slide compound miter saw so the table

is level and the saw does not rock.

• Loosen the set screw locking the "U"-shaped

extension on the rear of the saw. Slide the bracket

out to support the saw. Retighten the set screw.

• Bolt or clamp the saw to its support.

Place the saw on a work bench. The base of the saw

has three holes to mount the compound slide miter saw

(see illustration). If the saw is to be used in one loca-

tion, fasten it to the work bench

Mounting Hole

i -- Set Screw

Mounting Hole

_xtension

Extension 1_ '_/'---_ _/

[

If the saw is to be used in a portable application, mount

the saw to a 1/2" piece of plywood. Then clamp the

mounting board down to prevent it from tipping or

slipping.

Basic Saw Operations

BEFORE USING THE SLIDE

COMPOUND MITER SAW:

WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause

serious, permanent injury, do not plug the saw

in until the following steps are completed.

,Assembly and alignment. (See pages (10-12)

• Learn the use and function of:

(a) the ON OFF switch,

(b) upper and lower blade guards.

(d) bevel lock handle,

(e) cover plate stop screw,

(f) depth adjustment bolt,

(g) carriage lock knob,

(h) miter lock handle, and

(i) saw handle.

• Review and understand all safety instructions and

operating procedures in this manual.

• Review the maintenance methods for this slide

compound miter saw, (See pages 21-22)

BEFORE EACH USE:

Inspect your slide compound miter saw,

DISCONNECT THE SAW. To avoid injury from acc_

dental starting, unplug the saw, before changing the

setup, changing the blade or adjusting anything.

Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to

the direction arrow on the blade. The blade teeth

should always point downward at the front of the saw.

Tighten the arbor screw.

Tighten the cover plate stop screw.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Check for:

• Alignment of moving parts,

• Damaged electric cords,

• Binding of moving parts,

• Broken parts,

• Stable mounting,

•Function of arm return spnng and lower guard:

Push the arm all the way down, then let it rise up

until it stops by itself. Check the lower guard to see

if it closed fully, If it did not, follow the instructions

in the Trouble Shooting section.

• Smooth, solid movement of the slide assembly,

•Other conditions that may affect the way the slide

compound miter saw works,

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE. in working order, and in

proper adjustment

If any part is missing, bent, or broken in any way, or any

electrical parts don't work, turn the saw off and unplug

it. REPLACE damaged, missing or failed parts before

using the saw again.

MAINTAINING TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep the slide

compound miter saw clean for best and safest perfor

mance. Follow instructions for lubricating. DON'T put

lubricants on the blade while it's spinning.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES from

tool before turning it on.

To avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces:

• USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

(See page 22). Consult this Owner's manual for

recommended accessories. Follow the instructions

that come with the accessories. The use of

improper accessories may cause risk of injury to

persons

• Choose the right 8-1/4" inch diameter blade for the

material and the type of cutting you plan to do.

• Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and

properly aligned with the saw unplugged, push the

power-heed all the way down and back. Hand spin

the blade and check for clearance. Tilt the power

head to 45 degree bevel and repeat the check. If

the blade hits anything, make the adjustments

shown m the Maintaining Maximum Cutting

Capacity section.

• Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.

• Make sure the arbor collars' recessed sides are

facing the blade.

• Using the provided arbor wrench or a 1,2" box

end wrench make sure the arbor cap screw is firm

ly hand tightened.

• Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and no

parts have excessive play.

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and

benches invite accidents. Floor must not be slip

pery.

To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the

slide compound miter saw near flammable liquids.

vapors or gases.

Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands,

face, ears.

KNOW YOUR SLIDE COMPOUND MITER SAW.

Read and understand the owner's manual and labels

affixed to the tool. Learn its application and limitations

as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this

tooI.

To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving

parts, don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the

slide compound miter saw while any parts are moving.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make su)e switch is

'OFF' before plugging slide compound miter saw into a

power outlet.

Plan your work.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment

to do a job it was not designed to do. Use a different

too! for any workpiece that can't be held in a solidly

braced, fixed position.

Dress for safety.

Any power slide compound miter saw can throw foreign

objects into the eyes. This can cause permanent eye

damage. Wear safety goggles (not glasses) that comply

with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on package). Everyday eye-

glasses have only impact resistant lenses. The are not

safety glasses. Safety goggles are available at Sears

retaiI catalog stores. Glasses or goggles not in compli-

ance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously hurt you when

they break.

• Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or

jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can get caught

and draw you into moving parts.

• Wear nonslip footwear.

•Tie back long hair.

• Roll long sleeves above the elbow.

• Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possible hearing

damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using slide

compound miter saw for hours at a time.

• For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with

the safety goggles.

Inspect your workpiece.

Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the

part of the workpiece to be cut.

Plan your work to avoid the spinning blade and

keep the workpiece from binding on the blade and

flying out of your hands:

Plan how you wilt make the cut. Always:

• Make sure the blade is not spinning.

• Raise the blade.

* Slide the saw out to the front edge of the work-

piece before starting iL and

• Push the saw blade down and away from you to

make the cut.

lDANGER: NEVER pull the saw toward you I

during a cut. The blade can suddenly climb I

up on top of the workpiece and force

itself toward you.

Pian the way you will hold the workpiece from start to

finish:

Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a

sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into

the blade.

Never reach behind or beneath the blade.

DON'T OVERREACH. Keep good footing and balance.

Keep your face and body to one side, out of line with a

possible throwback.

Never cut FREEHAND:

• Brace your workpiece solidly against the fence and

table to so it wilt not rock or twist during the cut.

• Make sure there's no debris between the work

piece and its supports.

• Make sure no gaps between the workpiece, fence

and table will let the workpiece shift after it is cut in

two.

•Never cut more than one workpiece at a time.

• Keep the cut Off piece free to move sideways after

it's cut off. Otherwise, it could get wedged against

the blade and thrown violently.

• Clear everything except the workpiece and related

support devices off the table before turning the

siide compound miter saw on.

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to help

hold the work when it's practical

Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward

workpieces:

• Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks.

etc.) for any workpieces large enough to tip when

not held down to the table top.

• NEVER use another person as a substitute for a

table extension, or as additional support for a

workp_ece.

• Do not use this saw to cut pieces too small to let

you easily hold the work while you keep the thumb

side of your index (pointer) finger against the out-

side edge of the fence.

• When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan

your work support so it will not slip, pinch the blade

and be torn from your hands. A piece of molding,

for example must lie fiat or be held by a fixture or

jig that will not let it twist, rock or slip while being

cut.

• Properly support round material such as dowel

rods. They have a tendency to roll while being cut,

causing the blade to "bite". To avoid this, always

use a fixture designed to properly hold your work-

piece.

WHENEVER SAW BLADE IS SPINNING.

WARNING: Don't let familiarity (gained from

frequent use of your slide compound miter saw)

cause a careless mistake. A careless

fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe

injury.

Before starting your cut, watch the slide compound

miter saw while it runs. If it makes an unfamiliar noise

or vibrates a lot, stop immediately. Turn the slide com-

pound miter saw off, Unplug the slide compound miter

saw. Do not restart until finding and correcting the prob-

lem.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Keep all visitors a safe dis-

tance from the slide compound miter saw. Make sure

bystanders are clear of the slide compound miter saw

and workpiece

Never confine the piece being cut off. Never hold it,

clamp it, touch it, or use length stops against it while the

blade is spinning. It must be free to move sideways on

its own. If confined, it could get wedged against the

blade and thrown violently.

Let the blade reach full speed before cutting,

DON'] FORCE TOOL, It will do the job better and safer

at its designed rate. Feed the blade into the workpiece

only fast enough to let it cut without bogging down or

binding.

Before freeing any jammed material:

•Turn switch "OFF".

• Unplug the slide compound miter saw.

•Wait for all moving parts to stop.

After finishing a cut:

• Keep holding the power head down,

• Release the switch, and wait for all moving parts to

stop before moving your hands,

• If blade doesn't stop within 6 seconds, unplug the

saw and follow the instructions in the Trouble

Shooting section for fixing the brake before using

the saw again.

BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW:

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED, Turn

power off. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

Make workshop child-proof. Lock the shop. Disconnect

master switches, Store tool away from children and oth-

ers not qualified to use it.

Making Common Cuts

There are two types of cuts that can be made with the

slide compound miter saw;

1. Chop Cutting (See page 17).

•The carriage lock knob is tightened and the saw

handle is pushed down to cut through the work-

piece.

• This type of cut i¢,,usedmainly for narrow pieces.

2. Slide Cutting (See page 18).

•The carriage lock knob is left loose, the cutting

head is pulled towards the operator, the saw blade

is lowered into the workpiece and then pushed to

the rear of the saw to complete the cut.

• Used for cutting wide pieces

Body and Hand Position

Proper positioning of your body and hands when oper-

ating the miter saw will make cutting easier and safer,

Never place hands near cutting area. Place hand so all

parts are at least 4" from path of blade. Hold workpiece

firmly to the fence to prevent movement toward the

blade. Keep hands in position until blade has complete-

ly stopped. Before making a cut, make a "dry run" with

the power off so you can see the path of the blade.

WARNING: To avoid thrown work and blade con-

tact, do not try to cut pieces too short to let you

properly support the workpiece and keep your

hold down hand the required distance from the

blade,

WARNING: For your convenient use, your saw

has a blade brake. The brake is not a safety

device. Never rely on it to replace proper use or

the guard on your saw. If the blade does not stop

within 6 seconds, unplug the saw and follow the

instructions in the Trouble Shooting section for

fixing the brake before using the saw again.

Chop Cutting

90° Crosscut

a. Slide the cutting head to the rear as far as it will

go.

b. Lock carriage lock knob.

c. Position workpiece on table and against fence.

d. Turn on saw and lower blade into workpiece.

e. After cut is complete turn off saw, wait for blade to

come to a complete stop, allow cutting head to

rise up.

Miter Cut

When a miter cut is required, move the saw to the

desired angle. Do not stand in front of the saw table.

Move with the handle to the miter angle to make the

cut.

There are settings on the miter scale for angles

(degrees), crown molding, and rafter slope(s).

NOTE: Remember to loosen the miter lock handle

before changing the mite_"angle.

Bevel Cut

When a bevel cut is required, tilt the blade to desired

bevel angle. Stand to the left side of the handle to make

the cut.

CompoundCut

Whena compoundcut is required,selectthecorrect

bevelandmiterposition,Movewiththehandleto the

miterangleto makethecut

Crownmoldingsettingsarespeciallymarkedonmiter

and bevel scales

Hold Down Vise

The hold down vise is used to help hold the workpiece

_nthe correct cutting position. It may be used on either

the left side of the miter saw or the right side, Before

turning the saw on make sure the hold down vise does

not interfere with the cutting action of the saw.

WARNING: The vise will help hold the

workpiece down. It will not keep the saw from

throwing pieces that twist into the blade.

To avoid this:

•Always hold the workpiece against the

fence.

•Always hold the clamped side of the work-

piece.

•Never confine the piece being cut off. Never

hold it, clamp it, touch it, or use length stops

against it while the blade is spinning. It must

be free to move sideways on its own. If con-

fined, it could get wedged against the

blade and thrown violently.

Slide Cutting

Plan your work to avoid the spinning blade and

keep the workpiece from binding on the blade and

flying out of your hands:

Plan how you will make the cut. Always:

• Make sure the blade is not spinning.

• Raise the blade

• Slide the saw out above the front edge of the

workpiece before starting it, and

• Push the saw blade down and away from you to

make the cut.

jDANGER: NEVER pull the saw toward you during

a cut. The blade can suddenly climb up on top of

the workpiece and force itself toward you.

Workpieces up to 12" wide and 2-1,,'2"thick can be cut

following the directions below:

a, Put wood against fence.

b. Loosen the carriage lock knob

c. Grasp the saw handle and putl the carriage until

the arbor (center of saw blade) is over the front

edge of the workpiece.

d Switch on the saw and allow to come to full

speed 18

e. Pushthesawhandleall thewaydownandcut

throughtheedgeoftheworkpiece.

f. Gently PUSH the saw handle TOWARDS the

fence completing the cu[

g. Push power head to full rear position after each _ _-._ _L_/_ "

cut,

h. Turn motor off and allow blade to come to a com- ---_ __1plete stop before moving hands.

_. Allow cutting head to rise up by itself.

(

Cutting Bowed Material

Before cutting a workpiece, check to make sure it is not

bowed. If it is bowed the workpiece must be positioned

and cut as illustrated.

WARNING: Do not position workpiece incorrectly

or try to cut the workpiece without the support of

the fence, This will cause pinching of the work-

piece on the blade, the workpiece could sudden-

ly jump or move and your hand could hit the

blade.

CORRECT

Workpiece Support

Long pieces need extra supports. The supports should

be placed along the workpiece so the workpiece does

not sag and your hand holding the workpiece is posi

tioned 4" or more from the blade path. The support

should let the workpiece lie flat on the base and work

table during the cutting operation

i'l

Rough Cutting a Dado by Making

Grooving-Depth Cuts

By using the depth adjustment knob it is possible to

rough cut a dado as shown After the two outside cuts

have been completed the inside material (represented

by slanted lines) is removed with a chisel.

a. Set the depth of cut by loosening the knurled nut

on the depth adjustment bolt. Do not change the

position of the two (2) jam nuts on the end of the

bolt

b Turn the depth adjustment bolt to the correct set

t_ng

c Tighten the knurted nut.

d Cul the two outside grooves

e. Use a wood chisel to remove the material

between the outside grooves,

NOTE: Because of the sawblades cutting arc material

at the beginning or end of the cut(s) may have to be

removed with a chisel. 20

Cut These Grooves

With Saw

Workpiece

TIPS FOR CUTTING COMPOUND MITERS

A compound miter is a cut requiring both a miter setting

and bevel setting. A compound miter is used for making

frames or boxes that have sloping sides and are wide

at one end and narrow at the opposite end. Compound

miters are 'lricky" to make because the miter setting

and bevel setting are directly related to each other,

Every time the miter setting is changed the bevel set-

ting must also be adjusted; likewise every adjustment to

bevel requires a corresponding adjustment to miter.

Because it may take several tries to obtain the desired

angle it is advisable to make test cuts in a scrap piece

of material.

TIPS FOR CUTTING CROWN MOLDING

A slide compound miter saw _s excellent for cutting

crown molding. Crown molding is difficult to cut

because in order to fit correctly it must be precisely

mitered.

All Standard (U.S.) crown molding has a top rear angle

(fits next to ceiling) of 52° and a bottom rear angle (fits

against wail) of 38°

On the miter and bevel scale indicatorthere are setting

marks (CM) for Crown Molding.

MITER AND BEVEL SE'n'ING FOR STANDARD

CROWN MOLDING

BEVEL MITER TYPE OF CUT

SE3-rlNG SETTING

LEFT SIDE, iNSIDE CORNER:

33.8 ° 31 6° 1. Position top of molding

RIGHT against fence.

2. Left side is finished piece.

RIGHT SIDE. iNSIDE CORNER:

33.8° 31.6° 1, Position bottom of molding

LEFT against fence,

2, Left side is finished piece.

LEFT SIDE, OUTSIDE CORNER:

33.8° 31.6 ° 1. Position bottom of molding

LEFT against fence.

2. Right side is finished p_ece.

RIGHT SIDE, OUTSIDE CORNER:

33.8 ° 31.6 ° 1. Position top of molding

RIGHT against fence.

2. Right side is finished piece.

NOTE: On aII above cuts lay molding with broad back

surface flat on table.

PRETESTING COMPOUND SETTINGS ON SCRAP

MATERIAL IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!

Inside

Corner

Outside

Corner

maintenance and lubrication

Maintenance

Always unplug the power cord before any maintenance

check on this saw.

DANGER: Never put lubricants on the blade

while it's spinning.

WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected

starting or electrical shock, unplug the power

cord before working on the saw.

WARNING: For your safety, this saw is double

insulated. To avoid electrical shock, fire or injury,

use only parts identical to those identified in the

parts list. Reassemble exactly as original assem-

bly to avoid electrical shock.

maintenance and lubrication (cont.)

Replacing Carbon Brushes

The carbon brushes furnished will last approximately 50

hours of running time or 10,000 on.off cycles Replace

both carbon brushes when either has less than 1/4"

length of carbon remaining. To inspect or replace first

unplug the saw. then remove the black plastic cap on

the side of the motor (caution. this cap is spring loaded

by the brush assembly.). Then pul! out the brush.

Repeat for the other side. To reassemble reverse the

procedure The ears on the metal end of the brush

assembly go in the same hole the carbon part fits into.

Tqghtenthe cap snugly but do not overtighten

NOTE: To reinstall the same brushes, first make sure

the brushes go back in the way they came out. This will

avoid a break in period that reduces performance and

Increases wear

Lower Blade Guard

Do not use the saw without the lower guard. The iower

blade guard is attached to the saw for protection.

Should the lower guard become damaged, do not use

the saw until damaged guard has been replaced.

Develop a regular check to make sure the lower guard

is working properly. Clean the lower guard of any dust

or build up with a damp cloth.

CAUTION: Do not use solvents on the guard.

They could make the plastic "cloudy"

and brittle.

I WARNING: When cleaning lower guard unplug

the saw from the outlet to avoid

unexpected start-up,

Sawdust

Periodically_ sawdust will accumulate under the work

table and base This could cause difficulty in the move

ment of the work table when setting up a miter cut,

Blow out or vacuum up the sawdust as required.

IWARNING: If blowing sawdust, wear proper eye

protection to keep debris from blowing

into eyes.

Lubrication

Chop Pivot: Light machine oil or aerosol wilt penetrate

from ends and junction points. Qualified service techni-

cian can remove pwot up-stop to relieve spring tension.

and 2 metric set screws holding shaft in order to drive

shaft about 3/4" right. Exposed surfaces are lubricated

with automotive type oil

Central Pivot of Plastic Guard: Use light household oil

(sewing machine oil) on metal-to-metal or meta!-to-plas-

tic guard contact areas as required for smooth, quiet

operation. Avoid excess oil, to which sawdust will cling.

Table Pivot: Qualified service technician should lift table

from base in base-down tool position only or index-

detent bail may be lost, Use automotive type oil on rub-

bing surfaces.

Bevel Pivot: Bevel Pivot casting may be loosened or

removed from table casting without special difficulty by

qualified service technician. Lubricate rubbing surfaces

with automotive type oil

Link: (Which actuates lower guard movement) may be

oiled at rear pivot, greased at ball-bearing contact, and

oiled where link actuates acetal roller of lower

guard if down chop motion is hard to start.

WARNING: To avoid injury from unsafe

accessories, use only accessories shown on

the recommended accessories list in

this manual.

WARNING: To avoid injury from incompatible

prohibited accessories, use only Sears

Craftsman 8-1/4" saw blades of the type listed

under recommended accessories. Don't use

accessories such as shaper cutters or dado

sets. Metal cutting and the use of abrasive

wheels are prohibited.

Recommended Accessories

Basic Blade Requirements

8-1/4" Diameter

Blades marked for 5,500 RPM or higher

5/8" Arbor Hole

AIl the motor bearings in this tool are lubricated with a

sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the. life of

the unit under normal operating conditions, therefore,

no further lubrication is required (See below.i

Infrequent Lubrication as Required:

Slide Tubes: Squirt automotive type oil directly on

tubes it will be picked up and dispersed by builtqn felt

wicks,

Carbide-Tipped Blades:

8 !/4" Trim Saw .................................... See Catalog

8-t/4" Cut-Off .......................................... See Catalog

8-1/4" Combination ..................................... See Catalog

8-t/4" Plywood/Particle Board ................. See Catalog

Non Carbide Tipped Blades:

8-14" Cross Cut'Plywood ......................... See Catalog

8-t/4" Combination ............................... See Catalog

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE - ELECTRICAL

PROBABLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION

1 Brushes not seated

or Iightly sticking

PROBLEM

Brake does not stop

blade within

3-6 seconds.

Motor brake winding--

overheated from use of not

recommended accessory

or rapid on/off cycling.

Arbor screw loose

Other

Motor does not start. 1. Fuse.

2. Brushes worn.

3 Other

Brush sparking when 1 Normal--automatic brake

switch released working properly.

=- Inspect/clean'replace brushes

(see maintenance section)

i Install new brushes

-- Use a recommended blade

Let cool down,

-- Retighten

-- Authorized service: See "'Brake Trouble Shooting

page 24.

-- 15-Amp time delay fuse, or circuit breaker

-- See "Maintenance page 22

-- Authorized service

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE - GENERAL

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION

Blade hits table 1. Adjustment of depth stop. -- See 'Depth Stop", Step 7 page 11

Angle of cut 1. Misaiignment. -- See "Assembly and Alignment" page 9-11

not accurate

Cant adjust 1. Center bolt too tight. -- Adjust

miter angles

2, Lubrication dried up. -- Clean and re lubricate between table and

base. See "Maintenance Section"

Power-head See "Assembly and Alignment", Step 6, page 11.

won't fully rise. -- See 'Maintenance."

-- Get authorized Sears Service

Blade binds, jams, -- See 'Basic Saw Operation' page 16.

burns wood.

Tool vibrates or

shakes.

1 Pivot misadjustment.

2, Lubrication dried up

3. Pivot spring not replaced

properly after service.

1 Improper operation.

2. Dull blade.

3. Improper blade.

4. Warped blade.

1. Saw blade not round

2, Saw blade damaged.

3 Saw blade loose

4. Other

Replace or sharpen blade

-- Replace with 8-1 4" diameter blade designed

for the materiaI being cut.

Replace blade.

-- Replace blade.

-- Tighten arbor screw

Get authorized Sears Service.

WIRING DIAGRAM

WARNING: For your safety, this miter saw is

double insulated. To avoid electrical shock,

fire, or injury use only parts identical to those

identified in the parts lisL Reassemble exactly

as originally assembled.

--WIDE BLADE

WHITE) FIELD LEAD

BLACK

(RED) FIELD LEAD _ a

3RAY)BRAKE LEAD

SWITCH WHITE _RUSH

' BRUSH

fBLACK

YELLOWBUTTON

LOCATOR

Trouble-shooting Of Brake By Qualified Service Per-

son Only:

1. Unplug the power cord before each step.

2. InstalI service brushes, especially if a delayed

come-in of brake has been noticed before failure.

3. Check brake circuit for continuity: Remove brush

caps and brushes. Use ohmeter to check for conti-

nuity from brass brush holder to brush holder. If

open, locate exact place using ohmeter, As indi-

cated by test, tighten a connection or replace field

assembly or replace switch,

4. If above tests do not produce a solution, then

replace armature assembly,

5. After repair, check direction of rotation of blade vs

arrow on guard.

To Prevent Switch Damage When Removing Leads:

Insert .043" dia. music wire or use switch pick avail-

able from Lucerne Products, Hudson, Ohio 44236

Telephone No. (216) 653-6661.

CARBIDE TIPPED BLADES

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS

OSHA required industria! users to inspect tool prior to mounting

for cracks, chipped or bent teeth, or cutting edges that are

not sharp. The tool must be completely clean to allow proper

inspection.

See CFR § 1910.213

WOODWORKING MACHINERY REQUIREMENTS-ITEM S-7

"Al! cracked saws shall be removed from service:'

Do not operate saw machine without proper saw blade guard in

place. Other important instructions and warnings regarding your

safety are contained in saw machine owner's manual. If you do not

have such a manual, contact the machine manufacturer to obtain

one before using the saw machine with this blade.

Carbide is a very hard but brittle material. Care should be taken

while mounting, using and storing carbide blades to prevent

accidental damage. Slight shocks, such as striking tip during

handling, can seriously damage the blade. Foreign objects in the

workpiece, such as wire or nails, can also cause tips to crack or

break off.

Never use blade on saw machine that will exceed maximum

recommended blade R.EM.

Always wear proper eye protection which complies with current ANSI

Standard Z87.1 when using any power tool.

Before using, Always:

• Visually examine blade and tips for cracks breakage, missing

or loose tips, or other damage. DO NOT USE IF DAMAGE

IS SUSPECTED.

• Mount blade securely in proper rotation direction.

• Never leave a running machine unattended.

FAILURE TO HEED THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS

REGARDING USE OF THIS PRODUCT CAN RESULT IN

SERIOUS BODILY INJURY.

repair karts PARTS LIST FOR 8-1/4-INCH SLIDE COMPOUND MITER SAW

MODEL NUMBER 113.234880

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repair parts

PARTS LIST FOR 8-1/4-INCH SLIDE COMPOUND MITER SAW

MODEL NO. 113.234880

Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number

FIGURE 1

Key Part

No. No,

1 819179

2 8055614

3 818656

4 .......

5 820628

6 820627

7 820646

8 813249-156

9 STD835025

10 STD840812

11 820647

12 820623

13 813313-1

14 820640

t5 820644

16 820632

17 820641

18 820645

19 820643

20 820642

21 813313

22 818677

23 820649

24 820735

25 818471-4

26 820638

Description

Washer, Spring

Washer. ,505 x 13/16 x 1/32

_ Nut, LockM12x !.75

See Figure 3

Spring, Torsion

Spacer, Tubular Support

Shaft, Bevel

Pin, Roll 6 x 30

Screw, Hex M8 x 1.25-32

* Nut, M8x125

A'_ Bolt, Shoulder

Indicator, Bevel

Screw. Pan M5 x 0.8 10

Table

Knob, Miter Lock

Ring, Retaining E8

Rod

Indicator, Miter

Shoe, Spring

Guide, Rod

Screw Pan M5 x 0.8-8

Ball, Index

Spring, Detent

Base w/Scale

Screw, Set M6 x t 0-10

Extension

Key Part

No, No.

27 820624

28 818470-I

29 820730

30 82O625

31 820732

32. 813310kl

33 STD852005

34 820237-6

35 820709

36 820708

37 820710

38 813249-80

39 820711

40 820707

41 820712

42 820626

43 STD851010

44 STD882010

45 820717

46 820714

47 820715

48 820716

49 SP5524

Description

Fence

Screw, Fiat Hd. M5 x 0.8-12

Guard, Fence Danger

Knob

Washer, Flat M8.5 x 16 x 1,2

Screw, Hex Hd M8 x 1.25 25

Lockwasher M5

Washer, M5x 11.5x 1.0

Face, Clamp

Shaft, Threaded

Post

Pin, Roll 3 x 15

Arm, Vise

Knob

Screw, Wing M6 x 1.0-20

Shaft

* Washer, FlatM 10x 19x2

* Lockwasher, Split-Ring M10

Bolt, Special M10 x 1.5

Handle, Lock

Spring, Compression

Screw, Socket 3mm

See Figure 2

Owners Manual

(Not Illustrated)

*Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

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SERVICE

MODEL NO.

113.234880

8-1A INCH

COMPOUND MITER SAW

IF YOU NEED REPAIR

SERVICE OR PARTS:

For Repair Service, Call

this Toll Free Number

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

For Replacement Parts

information and Ordering,

Call this Toll Free Number:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

81A-INCH SLIDE

COMPOUND MITER SAW

Now that you have purchased your 8_:* inch Slide Compound

Miter Saw, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service

simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roe-

buck and Co stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when

you call or visit,

The model number of your 8_:_inch Compound Miter Saw will be

found on a plate attached to the base,

When ordering repair parts, always give the following

information:

PART NUMBER

MODEL NUMBER

113,234880

PART DESCRIPTION

NAME OF ITEM

8-_A inch Slide Compound

Miter Saw

All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center

and most Sears stores. If the parts you need are not stocked

locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears

Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling,

Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, II. 60684 U.S.A.

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