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Operator's

Manual

3 HP (Max. Developed)
10" Blade
4800 R.P.M.

COMPOUND
M_TER SAW
ModeJ No.
137.242750

CAUTION:

® Safety Instructions
o Installation

Before using this Miter Saw,
read this manual and follow

® Operation
e Maintenance

all its Safety
Operating

Rules and

® Parts List

Instructions

Customer
HeJp Line
!-800_843°!682

Sears,

Roebuck

and Co., Hoffman

Estates,

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.comfcraftsrnan

Pa_

No. 13724275001

BL 60179

U.S.A.

SECTION
Warranty ........................................
Product Specifications .......................
Power Tool Safety ............................
Compound Miter Saw Safety ...............
Electrical Requirements and Safety ......
Accessories and Attachments ..............
Tools Needed For Assembly ................
Carton Contents ......... :....................

PAGE
2
2
3
4
5
6
6
7

SECTION
Know Your Compound Miter Saw ........
Glossary of Terms ............................
Assembly and Adjustments .................
Operation .......................................
Maintenance ...................................
Troubleshooting Guide .......................
Parts List .........................................

PAGE
8
9
10
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23
24
25

GENERAL
BEFORE

SAFETY
UStNG

INSTRUCTIONS

THE MITER

SAW
12.ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power
tool can throw foreign objects into the eyes and
could cause permanent eye damage.
_"*"Y°u"
.....
ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (not

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert
and knowing how to use your miter saw.

glasses) that
with ANSI
Safety
standard
Z87.1comply
Everyday
eyeglasses
have only impact-resistance lenses.
They ARE NOT safety glasses. Safety Goggles are
available at Sears. NOTE: Glasses or goggJes not in
compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious
injury when they break.

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do
not plug the tool in until you have read and understood
the following.
1. READ and become familiar with the entire
Operator's Manual. LEARN the toors application,
limitations and possible hazards.

FULL TWO YEARS WARRANTY
If this tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship
at its option repair or replace it free of charge.

within two years of date of purchase,

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

Sears will

Return this tool to a Sears Service Center for repair, or to place of purchase

13.WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing
operation produces dust.

for replacement.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from
state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, lL 60179

14.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
When practical, it's safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate toot.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form the habit Of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning ON.

15.DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing, and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents,

!&REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in OFF position
before plugging in,

5. DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT,
Don't use power tools in damp locations, or expose
them to rain or snow. Keep work area welt lighted.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products
Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

17.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult
this Operator's Manual for recommended
accessories, The use of improper accessories may
cause risk of injury to yourself or others.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors and b.ystanders
should be kept a safe distance.from work area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.

IS.NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.

8. DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
MOTOR
Power Source .....................
Horsepower ........................
Speed .................................
Brake ..................................
Double Insulated ....................
MITER SAW
Cutting
Capacity:
Crosscut ............................
Miter 450 R. & L...................
Bevel 45° L.........................
45 ° Miter and 450 Bevel .........

To avoid electrical

Rotating Table:
Diameter ..............................
Miter Detent Stops ..................

120 V AC, 60HZ, 15 Amp
3HP (Max. Developed)
4800 RPM (No load)
Electric
Yes

Bevel Positive Stops ...............
Base Dimensions ...................
Dust Collection ......................
Extension Wings ....................
Net Weight ...........................

2-5/8" x 5-1t2"
2-5/8" x 3-1/2"
1_1/2" x 5-112"
1-1/2" x 3-1t2"

12-5/8"
0, 15, 22-1t2, 31.6,
45 ° R. & L.
0, 45 °
19-7t8" x 16-3/8"
Yes
Yes
28.6 Lbs

10.USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An
undersized cord wilt result in a drop in line voltage
and in loss of power which will cause .the tool to
overheat. The table on page 5 shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.

hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection.

20.NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER "OFF". Don't leave tool until it
comes to a complete stop
2!,DON'T OVERREACH.
balance at all times.

! 1.WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry which may get caught in moving parts.
Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.

This tool is wired at the factory for tt0-120 Volt operation. It must be connected to a tt0-t20 Volt / 1,'3Ampere time
deJay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged
in any way.
Before using your tool, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules
could result in serious injury to you or damage to the tool.

19.CHECK FOR DAIVlAGED PARTS, Before further
use of the tool, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine
that it wilt operate properly and perform its intended
function - check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting,
and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.

9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force toot or
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

Keep proper footing and

22.1VlAINTA1NTOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance, Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
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POWER

TOOL

SAFETY

17,ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place.

- cont'd

18.NEVER
Dust generated from certain materials can be
hazardous to your health. Always operate
saw in
welt-ventilated
area and provide for proper dust
removal.

SPECIFIC
THiS

MITER

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

20,NEVER unplug the saw with the switch in the ON
position.

FOR

SAW

2. DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely
assembled and installed according to these
instructions.

KEEP HANDS out of the path of the saw blade. If
the workpiece you are cutting would cause your
hands to be within 621/2 '' inches of the saw blade,
the workpiece should be clamped in place before
making the cut.

BE SURE the blade is sharp, runs freely, and is free
of vibration.

7. ALLOW the motor to come up to fun speed before
starting cut.
8. KEEP THE MOTOR
of chips or dust.

AIR SLOTS

CLEAN

and free

9, ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before
cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the
positive stops.
10.BE SURE blade and collar are clean and that the
arbor screw is tightened securely.
!1.USE

only blade collars specified

26.NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable
liquids or gases.
27.NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the
material.

29.DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and
clean the machine before leaving it,
30.MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving
the machine.
31. SHOULD any part of your miter saw be missing,
damaged, or fail in any way, or any electrical
component fail to perform properly, shut OFF the
switch and remove the plug from the power supply
outlet. Reptace missing, damaged, or faiIed parts
before resuming operation.

REQUIREMENTS

SPECIFICATIONS
The AC motor

in diameter

used

nonreversible
type. See
SPECIFICATIONS
section

this

saw

!6.

ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace a cracked or damaged
blade immediately_
NEVER use blades recommended
less than 4800 RPM
USE the blade guards at all times.

for operation

Polarized plugs - This saw has a plug that looks iike
the one shown below:

ilI,q-h
'L2_2_i!r/

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this saw has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

Double insulation does not take the place of normal
safety precautions when operating this tool.

To avoid electrocution:
1. Use only identical replacement parts when servicing
a tool with double insulation. Servicing should be
performed by a qualified technician.
2. Do not use power tools in wet or damp locations or
expose them to rain or snow. This tool is intended for
indoor use only_

MOTOR SAFETY

PROTECTION

IMPORTANT."
is

MOTOR
in the
on page 2.

un iversal,
PRODUCT

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired
at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a I20V, !5
Amp 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
immediately.

4. FUSES may "blow" or circuit breakers may trip
frequently if:
a. MOTOR is overloaded - overloading can occur if
you feed too rapidly or make too many start/stops
in a short time.
b. LINE VOLTAGE is more than 10% above or below
the nameplate voltage rating. For heavy !oads,
however, the voltage at motor terminals must equal
the voltage specified on the nameplate.
c. IMPROPER or dull saw blades are used.

Replacement parts - When servicing use only identical
replacement parts.

28,SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting
the too!.

running.

!5.

[]

The power tool 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 protecting
insulation.

to the sides of the saw

POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR

13. NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is

I4.

INSULATED

23.NEVER cut ferrous metals or masonry with this tool.

ELECTRICAL

for your saw.

12. NEVER use blades larger or smaller
than 10 inches.

22.1VlAKE SURE the blade has come to a complete
stop before removing or securing the workpiece,
changing the workpiece angle, or changing the
angle of the blade.

25.PROVIDE adequate support
table for Iong work pieces.

ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and
table. DO NOT perform any operation free hand.
.

21 .IMPORTANT: After completing the cut, release the
power switch and wait for the blade to stop before
returning the saw to the raised position.

DOUBLE

24,NEVER cut smatl pieces.

3. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the
operation of miter saws, seek guidance from a
supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.
4.

the saw blade.

19.MAKE SURE the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned ON.

USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING
SAW BLADES.
When using carbide tipped blades, make sure they
have a negative hook angle. Do not use blades with
deep gullets as they can deflect and contact guard.

reach around

To avoid motor damage, the motor shoutd be blown out
or vacuumed frequently to keep sawdust from interfering
with the motor ventilation.
1. Connect this saw to a 120V, 15 amp. 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 saw. Check the saw blade to
make sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, try. to start
the saw again. If the motor still does not start, refer to
the TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE.
3. If the tool suddenly stalls while cutting wood, release
the trigger switch, unplug the tool, and free the blade
from the wood. The saw may now be started and the
cut finished.

5. Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or
incorrect connections,
overload, tow voltage or
inadequate power supply wiring. Always check the
connections, the load and supply circuit if the motor
doesn't run well. Check minimum gauge for the length
of cord you are"using on the chart below.
GUIDELINES

FOR EXTENSION

CORDS

Use proper extension
cord. Make sure your extensiorh
cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord,
be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw.
An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and cause
overheating. The table below shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubL use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in
good condition. Atways replace a damaged extension
cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before
using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools, This
circuit must not be less than # 12 wire and should be
protected with a 15 Amp time delay fuse. Before
connecting the tool to the power line, make sure the
switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is
rated the same as the current stamped on the motor
nameplate, running at a lower voltage will damage the
motor.
i
(When using 120 volts onty)
Ampere
more than

Rating
not more than

Total length
/ 25'

0
6

6
10

]

J 16'

I !4'

50'

18'
_:

of cord
100'

in feet
150'

16'
t6'

16'
14'

t4'
12'

16'

14'

12'

not recommended

CAUTION: in all cases make certain the receptacle in
question is properly grounded. If you are not sure have a
certified electrician, check the receptacle.

RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES

UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW

3.
Blade wrench (supplied)
¢ Use only accessories recommended for this miter
saw. Follow instructions that accompany accessories.
Use of improper accessories may cause hazards,
€ The use of any cutting tool except I0 inch saw
blades which meet the requirements under
recommended accessories is prohibited. Do not use
accessories such as shaper cutters or dado sets.
Ferrous metal cutting and the use of abrasive wheels
is prohibited.
¢ Do not attempt to modify this tool or create
accessories not recommended for use with this toot.
Any such alteration or modification is misuse and
could result in a hazardous condition leading to
possible serious injury.

Phillips screwdriver

Hex Key 2.5 ram. _"_

Slotted screwdriver

COMBnNATJON

Adjustable wrench

Combination square

SQUARE

Draw light
,-,
line on board
, ,,
along this edge. /- _'

MUST

BE TRUE

items are accounted for, before discarding any
packing material.

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.
t,

Place the saw on a secure stationary work surface.
Separate all parts from the packing material. Check
each one with the illustration to make certain all

tf any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to
assemble the miter saw, or plug in the power cord until
the missing or damaged part is correctly replaced. To
avoid electric shock, use only identical replacement parts
when servicing double insulated tools.

Remove the miter saw from the carton.
IMPORTANT: Do not lift the miter saw by the switch
handle or miter table handle. It may cause
misalignment. ALWAYS LIFT THE MACHINE BY
THE BASE HAND HOLDS.

hStraight edge or
board 3/4" thick
is edge must be
perfectly straight

ACCESSORWES
Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears
Power and Hand Tool Catalog to purchase
recommended accessories for this power tool.

To avoid the risk of personal injury, do not modify this
power toot or use accessories not recommended by
Sears.

Should be no gap or overlap
when square is flipped over
in dotted position

Read warnings and conditions on your CARBIDE
TIPPED SAW BLADE. Do not operate the saw without
the proper saw blade guard in place. Carbide is a very
hard but brittle material. Care should be taken while

Crown molding vise

Dust Collect

mounting, using, and storing carbide tipped blades to
prevent accidental damage. Slight shocks, such as
striking the tip while 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. Before
using, always visually examine the blade and tips for
bent blade, cracks, breakage, missing or loose tips, or
other damage. Do not use if damage is suspected.
Failure to heed safety instructions and warnings can
result in serious bodily iniury.

Elbow

assembly

Screws

G
Left & Right

Miter Table

Extension Wings

Handle

Blade
Wrench

Dust Bag

Hold-down Ctamp

Lock-OFF

CRAFTSMAN

Button

SWmTCH HANDLE -The cutting head handle contains
the trigger switch and a lock-off slide switch. The blade is
lowered into the workpiece by pushing down on the
handle. The saw wildreturn to its upright position when
the handle is released.

ARBOR LOCK - Allows the user to keep the blade from
rotating while tightening or loosening the arbor screw
during blade replacement or removal.

Cutting Head Handle
ON / OFF

COMPOUND MINTERSAW TERMS

Switch

Handle Locking Lever

WARNING LABEL - Read for your own safety.

BASE - Supports the table, holds accessories and
allows for workbench or leg set mounting.

Arbor Lock

WRENCH STORAGE - Convenient storage to prevent
misplacing the blade wrench.

BEVEL LOCKING HANDLE - Locks the miter saw at a
desired bevel angle.
Dust Bag

WOODWORKING

BEVEL SCALE - To measure the bevel angle of the saw
blade 0 ° to 45 ° left.

ARBOR - The shaft on which a blade is mounted.

Hold Down Clamp

COVER PLATE SCREW - Loosen this screw and rotate
the plate for access to the blade arbor screw.

Stop Latch
Pivot Adjusting

BEVEL CUT - Arh angle cut made through the face of the
workpiece.

Nut

DUST CHUTE - Exhausts debris away from the user.

Left Extension

Wing

Base
Miter Sca_e

Right Extension

COMPOUND CUT - A simultaneous bevel and miter cut.

EXTENSION WiNG - Extend the width of the work table
for support while cutting long work pieces. They can be
used with or without a stop block as an additional side
fence.

Stop Block

Wing

TERMS

CROSS CUT - A cut made across the width of the
workpiece.
FREEHAND - Performing a cut without using a fence
(guide), held down or other proper device to prevent the
workpiece from twisting during the cutting operation.

FENCE - Helps to keep the workpiece from moving
when sawing. Scaled to assist with accurate cutting.

Bevel Lock

GUM - A sticky sap from wood products.

HAND HOLD - For moving the saw when unplugged.
LOCK-OFF SLIDE SWITCH to activate the trigger switch.

Upper BEade Guard

HEEL - Misatignment of the blade.

Must be pushed forward

KERF - The amount of material removed by blade cut.

Lower Blade Guard

LOWER BLADE GUARD - Helps protect your hands
from the blade in the raised position, it retracts as the
blade is lowered.

MITER CUT - An angle cut made across the width of the
workpiece.
RESIN - A sticky sap that has hardened.

MITER HANDLE - Use to lock and unlock the miter table,
and to rotate the saw to a right or left cutting position.

Cover Plate

REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE (RPM) - The number of
turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.

Saw Blade

MITER SCALE
left, 0 ° to 45 °

- To measure the miter angle 0 ° to 45 °
right.

SAW BLADE PATH - The area of the workpiece or table
top directly in line with the travel of the blade or the part
of the workpiece which will be cut.

BeveF Scale

MITER SPRING LOCK -With the miter handle, locks the
miter saw at a preset positive stop for the desired miter
angle.

Fence

MOUNTING HOLES -To mount the miter saw to a
stable surface.

Extension

Miter Handle
Fence

Extension

SET - The distance between two saw blade tips, bent
outward in opposite directions to each other. The further
apart the tips are, the greater the set.

Wing

Mounting

_"_"

Miter Spring

Quick-

Hand Hold
Holes

Lock

Table Lock

WORKP1ECE - The item being cut. The surfaces of a
workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends, and
edges.

ON/OFF TRIGGER SWJlTCH -To prevent the trigger
from being accidentally engaged, a lock-off slide switch is
provided. To start the tool, push the lock-off slide switch
forward and squeeze the trigger. Release the trigger to
stop the miter saw.
STOP LATCH - Locks the miter saw in the lowered
position for compact storage and carrying.

iNSTALLING

ASSEMBLY
iNSTRUCTIONS

Fig. C
To avoid injury or possible damage to the tool, support
long work pieces by installing the extension wings to
extend the work support surface,

To avoid injury, do not connect this miter saw to the
power source until it is completely assembled
and
adjusted, and you have read and understood this
Operator's Manual.

Locking

When transporting or storing the miter saw, the cutting
head should always be locked in the down position,
1. Push the cutting head (3) down to its lowest position.
2. Push the stop latch (2) into the locking hole (4).
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, never carry the
miter saw by the switch handle, the cutting arm, or
the miter table handle. ALWAYS use the hand holds
in the base, or the designated carrying handle.
THE DUST COLLECTION
SAW BLADE WRENCH (FIG, B)
1. For convenient storage and prevention of loss, there
is a slot (!) in the rear of the cutting head handIe (2)
for storing the blade wrench (3) when not in use.

2
1
3

3. Loosen the cover plate screw (2) with a Phillips
screwd river.
4. Rotate the cover plate (3) to expose the arbor screw
(4).
5. Place the blade end wrench over the arbor screw.

Fig: F

iNSTALLING THE MITER HANDLE (FIG. A)
!. Thread tile miter handle (1) into the hole (2) located
at the front of the miter table.

Fig, B

EXTENSION W_NGS {FIG. E)

SYSTEM

_(FIG, D, D-l)

The extension wings are provided with an end stop
bracket. The extension may be used with or without the
end stop.
To install the end stop bracket:
1. Slide the end stop (I) onto the rail (2) of the one
extension wing. Place at the desired location.
2. Thread the wing bolt (4) into the bracket and tighten.
3. Place the rods into the ho_es (5) provided in the miter
saw base.
4. Insert Phillips screw (6) into tab hote (7) and tighten
to hold the extension rod.
To install without the end stop bracket:
5. Loosen the wing nut and slide the end stop bracket
off the extension wing rods.
6. Install the rods into the saw base holes.
7. Insert the Phillips screw into the tab hole and tighten.

iNSTALLING THE DUST COLLECTION ELBOW
{FIG. D)
1. Install the larger end of the elbow (1) onto the
exhaust port (2).
NOTE: The elbow can be used to attach either the dust
bag or a vacuum hose to remove sawdust from the
work area.
2

6. Locate the arbor lock (5) on the motor, below the
miter saw switch handle. (Fig. G)
7. Press the arbor lock, holding it in firmly while turning
the blade wrench clockwise. The arbor lock will
engage after turning the wrench. Continue to hold
the arbor locking to keep it engaged1 while turning
the wrench clockwise to loosen the arbor screw,

FJg. D

Figo G

/
CUTTING HEAD (FIG. C)
Raising
1. Push down slightly on the cutting handle (1).
2. Pull out the stop latch knob (2).
3. Allow the cutting head (3) to raise to the up position.

To avoid injury and damage to the saw, transport or
store the miter saw with the cutting head locked in the
down position. Never use the stop latch to hold the
cutting head in a down position for cutting operations.

INSTALLING THE DUST BAG (FIG, D-I)
!. Squeeze the metal collar wings (1) of the dust bag
(2).
2. Place the dust bag neck opening around the exhaust
port (3), and release the metal collar wings.
1

Fig. Dot

REI_aOVING OR INSTALLAT_NG THE BLADE

1. Only use a 10-inch diameter blade.
2. To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure
the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not
connected to the power source outlet.

REMOVING (F_G. F, G, H)

1. Unplug the saw from the outlet.
2. Allow the miter saw to rise to the upright position.
Raise the tower blade guard (1) to the up position.
(Fig. F)

REMOVING - cont'd
8. Remove the arbor screw and washer (4), outer blade
collar (6), and the biade (7), Do not remove the inner
blade collar. (Fig. H)

INSTALLING

THE CROWN

MOLDING

HOLD-DOWN

CLAMP (Optional)
(FIG, H-t}
Place the crown molding Hold-down Ciamp (1) on the
desired clamp hole (2), If the crown molding Hold-down
Clamp to be used as a normal clamp:
1. Loosen and remove lock handle (3) and rod. fnstal!
the lock handle and rod (4) onto the other hole (5)
of clamp arm (6).
2. Tighten the Iock handle.

NOTE: Pay attention to the pieces removed, noting
their position and direction they face. Wipe the blade
collars clean of any sawdust before installing the new
blade.

NOTE:When bevel angles are 31.6 and 33.9 ,place the
crown molding Hold-down Clamp (1) On the desired clamp
hole (7)

Fig. H

Fig. H-1

Quick-Cam Miter Table Lock Operation:
If miter angles required are NOT one of the nine
positive stops noted above, the miter table can be
locked at any angle between these positive stops by
using the Quick-Cam table lock.

To avoid injury from an accidenta_ start, make sure the
switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not
connected to the power source outlet.

ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS (FIG. 1)
1. Loosen the four fence locking screws (1).
2. Using a square, lay the heel of Ihe square against
the blade, and the rule against the fence (2) as
shown. Check to see if the fence is 90 ° to the blade.
3. Adjust the fence to be 90 ° to the blade and tighten
the two fence locking screws.

3.
4.

CAUTION: if the saw has not been used recently,
recheck blade squareness to the fence and readiust if
needed.

Crown Molding Hold-down clamp
1

ADJUSTMENTS

Unlock the miter table by pressing down on the
positive stop locking Iever (1).
While holding the positive stop locking lever down,
grasp the miter handle (2) and move the miter table
left or right to the desired angle.
Release the positive stop locking lever.
Press down on the Quick-Cam locking lever (4)
until it locks the miter table in place.
NOTE: Quick-Cam locking lever should lock the
table and prevent it from moving. If adjustment is
needed, adjust as required.

Quick-Cam Miter Table Lock Adjustment:
1. Release Quick-Cam locking fever (4).
2. Loosen Quick-Cam lock nut (5) using a 13 mm
wrench.
3. Turn adjusting screw (6) either in or out until
locking lever firmly locks the miter table in place.
4. Tighten Quick-Cam locking nut.

7
2

Fig. J
INSTALLING BLADE (FIG. F, G, H)
1. Instalf a 10" blade, making sure the rotation arrow
on the blade matches the clockwise rotation arrow on
the upper guard, and the blade teeth are pointing
downward.
2. Place the outer blade collar (6) on the blade and on
the arbor. Thread the arbor screw (4) into the arbor.
(Fig. H)

INSTALL CROWN MOLDING VISE ASSEMBLY
(OPTIONAL USE) (FIG. H-2)

IMPORTANT: make sure the fiats of the blade collars
are engaged with the flats on the arbor shaft,

To avoid injury or possible damage to the tool, clamp
moldings by installing the crown molding vise assembly
to secure the moldings.
1.Place the plate (1)into the flange (2) provided in the
miter saw base.
2. Place the flat washer (3) on the knob (4). Thread the
knob (4) into the tab hole (5) and tighten the knob
3.The Fig. H-2 only shows the installation of the right
crown molding vise. Repeat these procedures for the
left crown molding vise.
/

3. Place the blade wrench on the arbor screw.
4. Press the arbor lock (5), holding it in firmly while
turning the blade wrench counterclockwise. When
it engages, continue to press the arbor lock in,
while tightening the arbor screw securely. (Fig. G)5. Rotate the cover plate (3) back until the slot in the
cover plate engages with the cover plate screw
(2), Tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
6. Lower the blade guard (1). (Fig. F)
7, Be sure the arbor iock is released so the blade
turns freely.

Fig. H-2

e To avoid injury, never use the saw without the cover
plate secure in ptace. It keeps the arbor screw from
falling out if it accidentally loosens, and helps prevent
the spinning blade from coming off the saw.
e Make sure the collars are clean and properly
arranged. Lower the blade into the lower table and
check for any contact with the metal base or the turn
table,

1
4
!2

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MITER SCALE (FIG. J)
The miter scate on the table has nine of the most
common angle settings with positive stops at 0°, 15°,
22.5 °, 31.6 ° and 45°teft and right. These positive stops
position the blade at the desired angle quickly and
accurately.
Positive Stop Miter Angle Adjustment:
1. Unlock the miter table by pressing down on the
positive stop locking lever (!).
2. While holding the positive stop locking lever down,
grasp the miter handle (2) and move the miter table
left or right to the desired angle.
3. Release the positive stop locking lever, making
sure it engages with the positive stop, Slight
movement of the miter handle will ensure positive
stop engagement.
Miter Angle Pointer Adjustment:
1. Place the miter table at the zero position.
2. Loosen the miter angle indicator screw (3) and
adjust the indicator to the "0" mark on the miter
scale.
3, Tighten miter angle indicator screw.
13

CUTTING
Cutting

ARM TRAVEL
arm pivot

(FIG. K)

Cutting

head downward

travel

- Cont'd

Fig°L

adjustment

The up and down pivot movement of the cutting arm
should be free of side4o_side movement for accurate

adjustment

miter

cuts. It should be tight enough to prevent side-to-side
movement while still allowing the arm to move freely Lip
and down when cutting.
1.

Before attempting this adjustment, move the sliding
fence as far to the LEFT as possible (See SLIDING
FENCE on page 19).

If cutting
adjusting

arm (I) is too loose, turn the cutting arm
nut (2) clockwise using a 19 mm wrench.

If cutting arm is too tight, turn the cutting arm adjusting
nut counter clockwise.

BEVEL

STOP ADJUSTMENT

(FIG. PJl& N)

Before each cutting operation, check the position of the
blade to make sure it does not contact any metal surface.
If it contacts any metat surface, the depth of movement
can be adjusted.

To avoid injury from unexpected
starting or electrical
shock, turn the switch OFF and remove the power
cord from the power source.

Tighten

(HG.

tVi & N) - Cont'd

Adjust LEFT bevel indicator (6) to the "0" mark (7) on
the bevel scale and retighten the screw.

45 ° BeveU adjustment
7. Unlock the bevel lock handle and tilt the cutting arm as
far to the left as possible.
8. Using a combination square, check to see if the blade
angle is 45°to the table.
9. If the blade is not at 450 to the miter table, turn the
bevel angle adjusting screw (4) in or out with a wrench
from underneath the table until the blade is at 45 ° to
the miter table.
10. Tighten

bevel lock handle.

45 ° Bevel indicator
(Fig. N)
11. When the blade is exactly 45 ° to the table, loosen the
RIGHT bevel indicator screw (8) using a #2 Phillips
screwdriver.
I2. Adjust RIGHT bevel indicator (9) to the 450 mark (10)
on the bevel scale and retighten the screw.

90 ° Bevel adjustment
(Fig. NI)
1. Loosen bevel lock handFe (1) and tilt the cutting arm
completely to the left. Tighten the bevel lock handle.
2. Place a combination square (2) on the miter table with
the rule against the table and the heel of the square
against the saw blade.
3. If the blade is not square with the miter tabte, turn the
bevel angle adjusting screw (3) in or out with a wrench
from underneath the table until the blade is square with
the table.
4.

STOP ADJUSTMENT

90 ° Bevel indicator
(Fig. N)
5. When the blade is exactly 90 ° to the table loosen the
LEFT bevel indicator screw (5) using a #2 Phillips
screwdriver.
6.

Fig.K

Cutting head downward
travel adjustment
(FIG. L)
Before each cutting operation, check the position of the
blade to make sure it does not contact any metal surface.
If it contacts any metal surface, the depth of movement
can be adjusted.

BEVEL

MOUNTING

THE MITER

To avoid injury
e Before moving
the outlet, and
using the stop

SAW (FfG. O)

from unexpected
saw movement:
the saw, disconnect the power cord from
lock the cutting arm in the lower position
latch_

NOTE: The stop latch is for carrying or storing the tool. It is
NOT to be used holding the saw while cutting.
e Never carry the miter saw by the power cord or by the
switch handle. Carrying the tool by the power cord could
cause damage to the insulation or wire connections
resulting in electric shock or fire.
e To avoid injury from flying debris, do not allow visitors to
stand behind the saw.
e Place the saw on a firm, level work-surface
where there
is room for handling and proper support of the
workpiece.
e Support the saw on a level work surface
e Bolt or clamp the saw to its support.
Place the saw in the desired location, either on a work
bench or recommended
leg set. The base of the saw
has three mounting holes (t).
For stationary
use, fasten the saw to a workbench.
For portable
use, fasten the saw to a 3/4" piece of
plywood. This mounting board can then be clamped to a
secure surface.

Fig,O
Fig.N

bevel lock handle.

To avoid injury from unexpected
starting or electricaa
shock, turn the switch OFF and remove the power
cord from the power source.

Inch plywood
access

Stationary use
10

Before attempting this adjustment,
move the sliding
fence as far to the LEFT as possible (see SLIDING
FENCE on page 19).

Lower the blade as far as possible.
5

3.
.

Loosen lock nut (3) using a 10 mm wrench.

Turn the adjusting screw (4) IN to lower the maximum
cutting depth and OUT to raise the maximum cutting
depth.
Lower the blade to the new maximum depth and rotate
the blade by hand to make sure it does not contact any
metal.
NOTE: Repeat adiustment and checking until blade no
longer contacts any metal.
Tighten

lock nut.

{11

Fig°M

PLAN

SAFETY
mNSTRUCTIONS
SAW OPERAT!ON
BEFORE

USING

THE MITER

FOR

BASIC

SAW

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious,
permanent
injury, do not plug the tool in until the
following steps are completed:

Review and understand
all safety instructions
and operating procedures
in this Operator's
Manual. {SAFETY
& OPERATIONS)
Review the MAINTENANCE
and
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE for your miter

USE ONLY
@

saw.

To avoid injury or possible death from electrical
shock:
Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's
metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your
miter saw. (ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
AND SAFETY)

BEFORE

EACH

USE
@

Inspect
®

your

saw.

Disconnect
the miter saw. To avoid injury from
accidental starting, unplug the saw before any
adjustments,
including set-up and blade
changes.

RECOMMENDED

Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged
and
properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push
the cutting arm all the way down. Hand spin the
blade and check for clearance.
Tilt the
power-head to a 45 ° bevel and repeat the check.

Make sure the blade and arbor collars

Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and
there is no excessive play in any parts.

Tighten

the arbor

screw.

Cluttered

Tighten

the cover

plate screw,

AREA

areas and benches

are clean.

CLEAN
invite accidents.

To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the
miter saw near flammable
liquids, vapors, or gases.
o
Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face
and ears.
Know your miter saw.
Read and understand the Operator's Manual and
labels affixed to the tool. 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 miter saw while any parts are
moving.
@ Avoid accidental starting
Make sure the switch is OFF before plugging the
miter saw into a power outlet.

USE EXTRA CAUTION WITH
SHAPED WORKPJECES.
¢

FOR SAFETY

For dusty operations,
with safety goggles.

•

wear a dust mask along

INSPECT

YOUR

When cutting odd shaped workpieces,
plan your
work so it will not bind in the blade and cause
possible injury. Molding, for example, must lie flat
or be held by a fixture or jig that will not tet it
move when cut.
Properly support round material such as dowel
rods, or tubing, which have a tendency to roll
when cut, causing the biade to "bite".

SAW IS RUNNING

Don't allow familiarity from frequent use of your miter
saw to result in a careless mistake. A careless
fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe
injury.
Before cutting, if the saw makes an unfamiliar noise
or vibrates, stop immediately.
Turn the saw OFR
Unplug the saw. Do not restart until finding and
correcting the problem.

OVER-REACH

Keep good footing and balance. Keep your face and
body to one side, out of the line of a possible
kickback. NEVER stand in the line of the blade.

OR ODD

WORKPIECE

Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the
part of the workpiece
being cut.
Plan your work to avoid small pieces that may
bind, or that are too small to clamp and get a
solid grasp on.
Plan the way you will grasp the workpiece from start
to finish. Avoid awkward operations and hand
positions. A sudden slip could cause your fingers or
hand to move into the blade.

Never

LARGE

Use extra supports (tables, sawhorses,
blocks,
etc.) for workpieces
large enough to tip.
Never use another person as a substitute for a
table extension, or as an additional support for a
workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic
miter saw table, or to help feed, support, or pull
the workpiece,
Do not use this saw to cut small pieces. If the
workpiece being cut would cause your hand or
fingers to be within 6-1/2 inches of the saw blade
the workpiece is too small. Keep hands and
fingers out of the "no hands zone" area marked
on the saw table.

WHEN

DON'T

for damaged
pa_ls. Check for:
Alignment of moving parts
Damaged electric cords
Binding of moving parts
Mounting holes
Function of arm return spring and lower
guard:
Push the cutting arm all the way down,
then let it rise until it stops. The lower guard
should fully close. Follow instructions in
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE for
adjustment.
Other conditions that may affect the way
the miter saw works.

e
e

Any power tool can throw foreign objects into the
eyes. This can result in permanent eye damage.
Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact resistant
lenses and are not safety glasses. Glasses or
goggles not in compliance
with ANSI Z87.1 could
cause serious injury when they break.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or
jewelry (rings, watches). They can get caught
and draw you into moving parts.
o
Wear non-slip footwear.
o
Tie back tong hair.
e
Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
o
Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possible
hearing damage, wear ear plugs when using any
miter saw.

ACCESSORIES

Choose the correct 10 inch diameter blade for
the material and the type of cutting you plan to
do.

KEEP YOUR WORK

e
e
®
o

DRESS

Make sure there are no gaps between the
workpiece, fence and table that will let the
workpiece shirt after it is cut.
Keep the cut off piece free to move sideways
after it is cut off. Otherwise, it could get wedged
against the blade and thrown violently.
Only the workpiece should be on the saw table.
Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to help hold
the work when it's practical.

from the toot before

Consult the ACCESSORIES
and
ATTACHMENTS
section of this Operator's
Manual for recommended
accessories.
Follow
the instructions
that come with the accessory.
The use of improper accessories
may cause
serious injury.

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.

Check

wrench

CAUTION:
This machine is not designed for cutting
ferrous metals (steel, iron, and iron-based metals.)
Use this miter saw to cut only wood, wood-like
products, or soft metals like aluminum.
Other material
may shatter, bind the blade, or create other dangers.
Remove all nails that may be in the workpiece to
prevent sparking that could cause a fire.

To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown
pieces:

screws.

Remove adjusting
turning it on.

WORK

Use the right toot. Don't force a 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 solidiy braced, fixed position.

Keep all guards in place, in working order and
proper adjustment.
NOTE: If any part of this miter saw is missing,
bent, damaged or broken in any way, or any
electrical parts don't work, turn the saw off and
unplug it. Replace damaged,
missing, or
defective parts before using the saw again.
Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw
clean for best and safest performance.
Follow
instructions for lubricating.
Don't put lubricants
on the blade while it's spinning.

Completely
assemble
and adjust saw, following
the instructions.
(ASSEMBLY
AND
ADJUSTMENTS)
Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards,
stop latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate

YOUR

cut freehand:

Brace your workpiece firmly against the fence
and table stop so it will not rock or twist during
the cut.
Make sure there is no debris between the
workpiece
and the table or fence.

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BODYANDHANDPOSITION
(FIG.O-1)
Properpositioning
ofyourbodyandhandswhen
operating
themitersawwillmakecuttingeasierand
safer.Neverplacehandsnearthecuttingarea,Place
handatleast6_t/2"awayfromthepathoftheblade.
Hoidworkpiece
firmtyagainstthefencetoprevent
movement
towardtheblade.Keephandsinposition
untilthetriggerhasbeenreleased
andthebladehas
completely
stopped.
Beforemakinga cut,withthe
powerswitchintheOFFpositionbringthesawblade
downto theworkpiece
toseethecuttingpathof the
blade.
,, Keepchildrenaway.Keepallvisitorsa safe
distancefromthemitersaw.Makesurebystanders
areclearofthemitersawandworkpiece.
Don'tforce,tool.It willdothejobbetterandsaferat
itsdesignedrate.Feedthesawintotheworkpiece
slowlywitha firmdownward
motion.
,, Beforefreeingjammedmaterial:
o TurnswitchOFF.
,, Unplugthemitersaw.

TURNING

SAW ON (FIG. P)

To reduce the likelihood of accidental starting, a
thumb activated lock-OFF switch is located on top of
the switch handle. The lock-OFF switch (1) must be
pushed forward before the trigger switch (2) can be
activated and the miter saw started.

Make the switch child-proof.
Insert a padlock
through the hoie (3) in the trigger switch and lock
it. This will prevent children and other
unauthorized
users from turning tile switch ON.
ROTATING HANDLE (FIG. P)
The handle of the miter saw has been designed to
rotate 45 ° or 90 ° for operator convenience.
To rotate
the handle:
1.
2.
3.

,,
Wait for all moving parts to stop.
After finishing a cut.
Keep hotding the power head down.
,_ Release the switch, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before moving your hands.
If the blade doesn't stop within 6 seconds,
unplug the saw and follow the instructions in
TROUBLESHQOTfNG
GUIDE section for

Unlock the handle locking lever (4) by pulling it
toward you.
Pull the handle locking latch (5) toward you with
your thumb.
Rotate the handle 45 ° or 90 ° and release the
handle locking latch.
NOTE: After releasing the handle locking latch,
rotate the handle left and right to make sure the
latch engages into the positive locking position.
Lock the handle locking lever by pushing it IN
toward the back of the handle.

SLIDING

FENCE

(FIG, Q-l)

The sliding fence must be fu|ly extended
to the
when making any miter or beret cuts other than
Failure to fully extend the sliding fence will not
enough space for your hand which could result
serious
injury.
At extreme
miter or bevel angles
saw b_ade may also contact the fence.
1.

left
0°.
allow
in
the

Unlock the fence cam locking lever (1) by pulling it
out from the back of the fence.

Fully extend the fence by sliding it out as far as
possible (2).

Lock the fence cam lock by pushing
rear of the fence.

BEVEL CUT (FIG. S)
When a bevel cut is required, loosen the bevel lock
handle (1). Tilt the cutting head to the desired angfe as
shown on the bevel scale (2). The blade can be
positioned at any angle, from a 90 ° straight cut (0 ° on the
.scale) to a 45 ° left bevel, Tighten the lock handle (1) to
lock the cutting head in position. Positive stops are
provided at 0 and 45 °,

it IN toward the

NOTE: When transporting
the saw, always secure the
sliding fence in the colIapsed position (toward the saw
blade).

Fig.S
1

NOTE: The tightness of handle can be adjused by
following step:
1. Loosen the four screws (6), and remove the
handle seat (7).
2, If rotating handle (8) is too loose or tight,
adjusting nut (9) clockwise or counter clockwise,

adjusting the blade brake before using the
saw again.

Fig.O-1

COMPOUND

The sliding fence must be fully extended
to the left
when making any compound
cuts, Failure to fully
extend the sliding fence will not allow enough space
for your hand which could result in serious
injury, At
extreme
compound
angles the saw blade may also
contact the fence.

.4"

Fig.Q-1

t_ t

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6 1/2"

MITER CUT (FIG. R)
1. Unlock the miter table by pressing down on the
positive stop locking lever (2).
2. While holding the positive stop locking lever
down, grasp the miter handle (1) and move the
miter table left or right to the desired angle.
3. Release the positive stop locking lever, making
sure it engages the positive stop. Slight
movement of the miter handle teft or right wil!
ensure positive stop engagement.
NOTE: Positive stops at provided at 0°, 15 °,
22.5 °, 31.6 ° and 45 °Ieft and right.
NOTE: If miter angle required is NOT one of
the positive stops noted above, the miter table
can be locked at any angle between these
positive stops by using the Quick-Cam table
lock (see Page 13).

\_,

1.
2.
3.

Fully extend the fence by sliding it out as far as
possible. See SLIDING FENCE on this page.
Set the desired bevel angle using bevel lock handle
(1). See BEVEL CUT on this page.
Set the desired miter angle using positive stop
locking lever (3) or Quick-Cam table lock. See
MITER CUT on this page.

Fig.T

6 1/2"

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CUT (FIG, T)

/4:

CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL (FIG. U)
A bowed workpiece must be positioned and
cut. Do not position workpiece incorrectly or try
to cut the workpiece without the support of the
fence. This will cause the blade to bind and
could result in personal injury,

Fig.U

WORK:PiECE SUPPORT (FIG, V)
Long pieces need extra support. The support
should be placed under the workpiece. Keep your
hand holding the workpiece positioned 6-1/2" or
more away from the blade, The support must let
the workpiece tay flat on the work table during the
cutting operation.
NOTE: When mounted on a flat surface, the miter
saw table is 3-13/16 inches high.

AUXtLARY WOOD FENCE (FIG. W)
When making multipte or repetitive cuts that result in
cut-off pieces of one inch or less, it is possible for the
saw blade to catch the cutooff piece and throw it out
of the saw or into the blade guard and housing,
possibly causing damage or injury. To minimize this,
an auxiliary wood fence can be mounted to your saw.
Holes are provided in the saw fence to attach an
auxiliary wood fence. This fence is constructed of
straight auxiliary wood approximately 3/4 inch thick by
3 inches high by 19q12 inches long.
Attach the wood fence securely and make a full depth
cut to make a blade slot,
Check for interference between the wood fence and
the lower blade guard. Adjust if necessary.
NOTE: This auxiliary fence is used only with the saw
blade in the 0°bevel position (90 ° to the table). The
auxiliary wood fence must be removed when bevel
cutting.

CUTTING A DHVtENSIONAL 4X4 WITH ONE CUT
(FIG. X)
A dimensional 4x4-in may be cut in half with one cut
by attaching an auxiliary wood fence of 3/4 inch thick.
See AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE above.

CUTTING BASE iVlOLD_NG (FIG, Z)
Base moldings and many other moldings can be cut
on a compound miter saw. The setup of the saw
depends on molding characteristics and application,
as shown. Perform practice cuts on scrap materiafto
achieve best results:
1. Always make sure moldings rest firmly against
fence and table. Use hold-down or C-clamps,
whenever possible, and place tape on the area
being clamped to avoid marks,
2. Reduce splintering by taping the cut area prior to
making cut. Mark cut line directly on the tape,
3. Splintering typically happens due to wrong blade
application and thinness of the material.

Fig.X
Auxiliary fence

_
1-

- -÷I

3 1/2"

Fig oZ
Mitre saw table

Fig.W

F
e

n
c

VERTICAL MITER CUTTING (FIG, Y)
To make a miter cut in a 2x4 workpiece (1-5/8" x
3-112") in the vertical position on edge a spacer such
as the auxiliary wood fence described in the
AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE section is required.

Fig.V

Mitre saw table

Mitre at 45 °, bevel at 0°

Mitre at 0°, bevel at 45°

Blade slot

NOTE: Always perform a dry run cut so you can
determine if the operation being attempted is possible
before power is applied to the saw.

Fig.Y
AuxiIiary fence

Workpiece

3-1/2"

Mitre
saw
table
f

Cutting capacity with auxiliary fence
Crosscut

'l
3 13/16"

_-1/2': X 3-1/2"

Miter 45 ° R. & L,

13-1/2"X Z'

Bevel 45° L.
Compound 45 ° L,, 45" R & L.

12':x 3-1/2"
12"x 2"

CUTTING
CROWNMOLDING

(FIG. AA, BB, CC)
Your compound miter saw is suited for the difficult task
of cutting crown molding. To fit properly, crown molding
must be compound-mitered with extreme accuracy. The
two surfaces on a piece of crown molding that fit flat
against the ceiling and wall are at angles that, when
added together equal exactly 90 ° .

Fig.gB
Settings for standard
compound

crown rooming

lying fiat on

miter saw table

Most crown molding has a top rear angle (the section
that fits flat against the ceiling) of 52 ° and a bottom rear
angle (the section that fits flat against the wall) of 38 °.

To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline,
naphtha acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly
volatile solvents to clean the miter saw.

CAUTION: Do not use solvents on the guard. They
could make the plastic "cloudy" and brittle.

Outside corner
Compound

When setting the bevel and miter angles for compound
miters, remember that the settings are interdependent;
changing one changes the other, as well. Also keep in
mind that the angles from crown molding are very easy
for these angles to shift slightly, all settings should be
tested on scrap molding.

Fig. CO

cut crown moldings

FJg.AA

Fi
e !
n !

BevellMiter

c I
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Settings

J-K"E'-Y-_BEVELIMITER i
|SETTING SETTING I

TYPE OF CUT

......ii.iii insidecorne Lertsiae

Mitre saw table

J
L-

lying ftat

•

33.9°
I
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To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical
shock, unplug the 3ower cord before working on the
saw.

When cleaning the lower guard, unplug the saw from
the power source, receptacle to avoid unexpected
startup.

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 the original assembly to avoid electrical
shock.

SAWDUST
Periodically, sawdust will accumulate under the work
tabie and base. This could cause difficulty in the
movement of the worktable when setting up a miter
cut. Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust.

Crown molding hold-down clamp

Use crown molding hold-down clamp, whenever
possibIe, and place tape on the area being clamped to
avoid marks.

Workpiece

LOWER BLADE GUARD
Do not use the saw without the lower blade guard.
The lower blade guard is attached to the saw for your
protection. Should the lower guard become damaged,
do not use the saw until the damaged guard has been
replaced. Develop a regular check to make sure the
lower guard is working properly. C_ean the lower
guard of any dust or buildup with a damp cloth.

DANGER
Never put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.
OR

Inside corner

In order to accurately cut crown molding for a 90 ° inside
or outside corner, lay the molding with its broad back
surface flat on the saw table.

MAINTENANCE

31.6°
Right
I
I

_tion
top of molding against
{ fence.
I2.Miter table see at RIGHT 31.6°.
13.LEFT side is finished piece.
tl. Position bottom of molding
against fence.
2.Miter table see at LEFT 31.6°.
3.LEFT side is finished piece.
Outside corner-Left side
1i. Position bottom of molding

33.9°

31.60
{Left

•

[

33.9°

131.6°

REPLACING CARBON BRUSHES (FIG. DD)
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 114" length of carbon remaining, or if the spring
or wire is damaged or burned. To inspect or replace
brushes, first unplug the saw. Then remove the black
plastic cap (1) on the side of the motor (2). Remove
the cap cautiously, because it isspringloaded. Then
pul! out the .brush and replace. Replace for the other
side. To reassemble reverse the procedure. The ears
on the metal end of the assembly go in the same slot
the carbon part fits into. Tigtlten the cap snugly, but
do not overtighten.

If blowing sawdust, wear proper eye protection to
keep debris from blowing into eyes.

LUBRICATION
All the motor bearings in this tool are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade Jubricant for the life of
the unit under normal operating conditions; therefore,
no further lubrication is required.
Lubricate the Following as Required:
Chop pivot: light machine oil or aerosol will penetrate
from the ends of the junction points. A qualified
service technician can remove the pivot bumper to
relieve tension, and the 2 metric set screws holding
the shaft, in order to drive the shaft about 3/4" right.
Exposed surfaces should be lubricated with
automotive type oil.

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 motor
performance and increase wear.

Fig.DD
Central pivot of plastic guard: Use light household oil
(sewing machine oil) on metat4o-metal or
metal-to-plastic guard contact areas as required for
smooth, quiet operation. Avoid excessive oil, to which
sawdust will cling.

Left
i
OR

33.9°

against fence,
o
2.Miter table see at LEFT 31.6.
3.R GHT s de s finished piece.
Outside corner:Right side
31.6 °..... 1. Position top of molding against
Right
fence.
2.Miter table see at RIGHT 31.6°.
&RIGHT side fin____is.he
is
d piece.

Link: (which actuates the lower guard movement)
may be oiled at the rear pivot, greased at ball bearing
contact, and oiled where the link actuates the roller of
the lower guard, if the down chop motion is hard to
start.

To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn switch OFF and unplug the tool before moving, replacing the blade
or making adjustments,
Consult your Sears Service Center if for any reason the motor will not run,

TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE

- MOTOR

PROBLEM

Brake does not
stop blade within
6 seconds.

1. Motor brushes not
sealed or lightly
sticking.
2, Motor brake
overheated from use
of defective or wrong
size blade or rapid
ONIOFF cycling,
3. Arbor screw loose.
4. Other.
1. Fuse
2. Brush worn.
3. Other.
1. Fuse
2. Brush worn.
3. Other.

Motor does not
start
Brush spark
when switch
released.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUSE

SUGGESTED

CORRECTIVE

ACTION

1. Inspect / clean / replace brushes. See
MAINTENANCE section.
2. Use a recommended blade.
Let cool down.

3. Retighten.
4. Sears Service Center.

1.15-Amp time delay fuse, or circuit breaker.
2. See MAINTENANCE section.
3. Sears Service Center,
1. None.

GUIDE - SAW OPERATION

PROBLEM

PROBLEM CAUSE

SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION

Blade hits table,

1_ Misalignment.

Angle of cut not
accurate.
Can't adjust miter.

1. Miter table locked.

1. Sears Service Center.
See ADJUSTMENT section.
1. Squeeze miter spring lock up.
See OPERATION Section,
2, Vacuum or blow out dust,
WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
t. See ADJUSTMENT Section,

2. Sawdust under table.
i.

Cutting arm
wobble.

l. Loose pivot points.

Cutting arm won't
futly raise, or
btade guard won't
futiy close.

1. Part failure,
2. Pivot spring not
replaced properly after
service.
3. Sawdust build-up.
1. Improper operation.
2. Dul! blade.
3. Improper blade size.

1, Sears Service Center.
2. Sears Service Center.

4. Warped blade.
1.Saw blade not round.
2.Saw blade damaged.
3.Saw blade toose.
4.Other.

4. Replace blade.
1.Replace blade.
2.Replace blade.
3.Tighten arbor screw.
4.Sears Service Center.

Blade binds, jams,
and burns wood.

Saw vibrates or
shakes.

J
J

3. Clean and lubricate moving parts.
1. See BASIC SAW OPERATION section.
2. Replace or sharpen blade.
3. Replace with 10" diameter blade.

CRAFTSMAN

COMPOUND

MITRE

SAW

MODEL:

schematic
CRAFTSMAN

COMPOUND

MITRE

SAW

MODEL

NO. !37.242750

When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a HAZARD or cause
product damage. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Miter Saw may create a HAZARD unless
repair is done by a qua{ified service technician. Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Service Center.
Order by PART NUMBER, not by key number
PARTS LIST FOR SCHEMATIC

Key

Part No.

Description

Size

1
2
3

2615BBDC20
12700203
12700302

HEX. kiD. SCREW & WASHER
ARM-MITER
COIL SPRING

M6X1.0-25

2
1
1

4
5
6

2663MHCK16
2501MBDN85
"12700604

CA, RE. PAN HD. SCREW
FLAT WASHER
TABLE

MSX0.Sq0
5X16-2

,t
4
1

7
8

12700702A1
12700802

LOCKING HANDLE ASS'Y
PLASTIC SLEEVE

9
10
11

2668BBDA32
.....................

12701002
2652MHCK16

CA. RE. PAN HD, SCREW

Qty

l
t
MSX0.8-10

............................
NEED[:E F_0tNTER .................................................................................................................................................................................
!.
CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW
M5X0.8-8
3

12
13

12701201
12701302

FOLLOWER PLATE
TABLE INSERT

t4
15
t6
t7

2660PBCKI2
12701505
12701602
16503601

CA, RE, PAN HD. TAPPING SCREW
TILTING SCALE
BASE
SHAFT

M4X18-t0

2617BBLB58

HEX. SOC. HD, CAP SCREW

M8X1,25-35

1
2

19
20

12702203
2501NBDN40

SUPPORT
FLAT WASHER

1/2X1-3/64

I
1

2! .......................

2705FBD1.!. 2...............................t_U_T CHUCK .................................................................................................................................................................................
M..t2fX!_75T_12 ...............................
t ........
16505002
KNOB_HANDLE
1
2701EBD106
HEX, NUT
M6X1,0
T=5
1
2801BBDA41
HEX, HD, BOLT
MTXt,0-20
1

2574B55R02

O-RtNG

16503401

BRACKET

12703004

FENCE

2617BBLD60

22
23

3
1
4
1
1

ROD

STOP

HEX.

SOC.

HD. CAP SCREW

M8X1,25-45

2601BDLA43

HEX,

SOC.

HD, CAP SCREW

M6X1.0-30

2601BZDAD4

HEX.

SOC.

SET

M10X1.5-75

SCREW

1
1
2
2
1

3! ......................................
261_6BD
LA32.................................................
H.EX:.HD._
BgLT .............................................................................................................................................................
M[XO:Stt_0
...........................................................
! ...........
32

12703503

BRACKET-TILT

33
34
35

2658MBDU36
12703701
2668BBDA32

DRIVE SCREW
SHAFT-PIVOT
CA, RE, PAN HD, SCREW

36
37

12703902
12704001

NEEDLE POINTER
FLAT WASHER

38
39

1270410t
2501 MBDN 1t

ANGLE PEGULATOR
FLAT WASHER

IOX20-2

2.3-5

2
1

M5X0.6-10

2
2

6X13-t

1
1
I

4o ..................... 2_05FBD.!!fl.......................................
N.UZCHUCK
................................................................................................................................................................
M!9,X1:5 _fflQ .................................
1 .....

Gi:

4t
42
43
44

2501MBDN26
16304201A1
2617BBLD28
2705FZD106

FLAT WASHER
LOCKING HANDLE ASS'Y
HEX.SOCKET HD,CAP SCREWS
NUT CHUCK

10X20-3

45
46

12704901
12705001

ASSIST-FENCE
BLADE HOLDER

t
1

47
48
49
50

12705101
t 2705201A1
2617BDLC15
12705701

CUSHION
LOCKING HANDLE ASS'Y
HEX, SOC, HD, CAP BOLT
BRACKET

1
1
2
1

12705802

SCREW

12705901

LOCK

M8X1.25-25
M6X1.0 T=6

M5X0.8-16

STOP
NUT

17803601

COMPRESSION

257(}BBN206

E-R_NG

55A

12706501At

LOCKING

12706601

12706701

CAUTION

2501 NZDN06

FLAT

138

2504MBC006

TOOTH

SPRING

E6
HANDLE

ASS'Y

WASHER

1
1
1
1
1
1

LABEL

WASHER

1
1
I
1

6X13-1

!
I
t

137,242750

CRAFTSP_AN
Schematic
CRAFTSMAN

COMPOUND

Parts

schematic

Hst for

Key
59

Part No,
16933401

2607BBLW55

HEX. WASHER

16930402

ARBOR

14930201

BLADE

MITRE

Size
HD, BOLT

12710401

SHAFT

Qty
t

16510501

TORSION

8596829149

MOTOR

2642BZDA69

CR, RE, TRUSS
NECK SCREW

16510801

LEVER

2501MBDN06

FLAT WASHER

2636BBDA40

CR, RE. COUNT

Key
99
l_0

Part No.
2660PBCK23
2805U5HN16

Description
CR. RE. PAN HD,
TERMINAL

101

2807BS08Z3

POWER

102

2668BBDA42

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

M6Xl.0-25

M5X16-25

MSX1,25-20

SLEEVE

HD, ROUND

HD, SCREW

M6X1.0-14

16511204A2

PC-GUARD

16513001

CAUTION

2701FBDI06

HEX. NUT

Size
M4X18-25

Qty
2
t

CABLE

103

2660PBCK20

104

16221901

SPRING

105

12715207

HANDLE

106

12717901

HANDLE

WiRE

107

12718001

HANDLE

6X13-1

108

12718102

CLAMP

M6X1.0-16

109

2535MNCB19

................................................................................................................................................

SCREW

CR.RE. PAN HD, TAPPING
SCREW

SPRING

COLLAR

MODEL:

SAW

MODEL:137.242750

SAW

COLLAR

16511101

MRTRE

Description
WRENCH
HEX,

COMPOUND

1
I

SEAT

HANDLE

t
1

Jl......................................................................................................................................................................................

ASS'Y
LABEL
M6Xt.0

T=5

GUARD

110

12718301

BOLT

1!1

12718401

CUSHION

112

2501MZDN81

FLAT WASHER

q_ 6X25-3,0

t13

2506MBN614

WAVE

_;, 8.2X18-2,0

16821601

SPRfNG

2636BBDA24

CR. RE. COUNT

16510601A2

HOUSING

2660PBCKt4

CR. RE, PAN HD. TAPPING
SCREW

M4X18-16

M4X0.7-8

HD. SCREW

ASS'Y

WASHER

I14

12718701

SET PLATE

115

2705FBD108

NUT CHUCK

I16

12719002

SPRING

2660MBCEt6

CR, RE. TRUSS HD.
TAPPING SCREW

PLATE

M5X12-10

2668BBDA07

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

280255H506

CABLE

CLAMP

16513201

CHIP PLATE

119

12719401

LOCK

HANDLE

16513301

RUBBER

120

2536MBE669

SPRING

2642BZDA69

CR. RE, TRUSS
NECK SCREW

M6X1.0-14

12t

12719602

COMPRESSION

12713240

TRADE-MARK

122

2570BBN204

C-RING

2705FBBD106

NUT CHUCK

M6Xt.0

!23

12719801

BRACKET

2606BDLA38

HEX. SOC, SET SCREW

M6XI.0-10

I24

127"t9901

TILTING

16323204A1

BAG-DUST

125

280655545Y

LEAD WIRE

16512201

SHIM

16512301

ANCHOR

2602BBLA40

HEX. SOC. HD. CAP BOLT

12713216

LABEL

PAD
HD, ROUND

LABEL
T=6

ASS'Y

BLOCK
M6X1.0-16

I
1

SCALE

ASS'Y

I26

16211001

BUMPER

127

12720701

TRADE-MARK

128

2501MBDN50

FLAT WASHER

129

12720901

ELBOW

STOP

...................................................................................................................................................................................................................

SPRING

1
1

LABEL

1
cl_8,2Xt8-2.0

1
1

!l ...........................................................................................................................................................................................

12713306

TRIGGER

130

16961501

EXTENSION

16203001

SPRING

131

2668BBDA26

CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW

132

16961202A1

STOP BLOCK

133

2671QZDK36

WING

134

12740301A1

VISE ASS'Y

t35

12732001

PLATE

2856D55309

LiMiTS

2660PBCK57

CR. RE. PAN HD, TAPPING
SCREW

SWITCH

12713707

HANDLE

12713807

BUTTON

12713901

SPRING

136

12732101

PLATE

12714101

CLAMP-CORD

137

19500203

LOCK

83990141

GUARD-CORD

SWITCH

M4X18-28

WING

BOLT

2
M5X0.8-18

t
HANDLE

137.242750

COMPOUND

CRAFTSMAN
CRAFTSMAN
Parts

list

COMPOUND
for

schematic

MODEL: 137.242750

NtnTRE SAW

Schematic

MITRE

SAW

MODEL:

_OTOR
Key

Part No.

Description

83965011

ARBOR

Size

Qty

2571MNC311

PARALLEL

2641BBDA24

CR.-RE.

83965041

BEARING

200 lZZ6204

BALL BEARING

6204ZZ

2570BBN120

C-RING

A-20

83965071

HELIX GEAR

2570BBN114

C-RING

A-14

2004AH 1010

NEEDLE BEARING

HK- 1010

!0
11

839201 T2
8396511C

C OM pRESS IONI.SpR!NG .......................................................................................................................................
1
ARM UPPER
1

2536MBE607

SPRING

83965131

BRACKET

I4A

8396614 tA1

ARMATURE

280655563Y

LEAD WtRE ASS'Y

83990331

BEARING

17
18A

83750081
8596818tA2

FLOW GUIDE
FIELD ASS'Y

SHAFT
KEY

ROUND

1
1
HD. WASHER

SCREW

COVER

M5x0.8q

.............................................................

STOP

1
!

BUSHING

t
1
1

2662MZDE61

CR,-RE.PAN

HD.TAPPING

83968201

PROTECTOR

WIRE

83965261

PLASTIC CAP

83968223

MOTOR

2620BBDB26

CR.-RE.PAN

M5x I2-55

1
1

HOUSING
HD.TAPPING

1
SCREW

& WASHER

M5xt6-30

2.........................................
4
2603 B BLA 20
25
2686BBHA22

H Ex: :S ° c s E.T..SC.RE'_ .....................................................................................................
M5 x0:8-:6 ..................................................................
PLASTIC SCREW
M5x0.8-6
2

26A

83990282A!

BRUSH HOLDER ASS'Y

27A

83990291A1

RUBBER

83990301

BRUSH. COVER

BUSHING

/
/
/
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