Manual For The 61972 10 In. Sliding Compound Miter Saw

User Manual: Manual for the 61972 10 in. Sliding Compound Miter Saw 10 in. Sliding Compound Miter Saw

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61972

10" SLIDING COMPOUND

MITER SAW

Note: Blade sold separately.
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improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Table of Contents

SAFETy

Safety ......................................................... 3
Setup .......................................................... 7
Specifications ............................................. 7
Operation ................................................... 10

Maintenance .............................................. 13
Parts List and Diagram .............................. 18
Warranty .................................................... 20

WARNING SyMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

SETUP

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

OPERATION
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IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

10.

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.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.

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

11.

DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools
in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lighted.

ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also
use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

12.

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 tool.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should
be kept safe distance from work area.

13.

DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.

14.

DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.

USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.

15.

Table A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
FOR EXTENSION CORDS
(120 VOLT)

DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;
when changing accessories, such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.

16.

EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
25′
50′ 100′ 150′

REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in
off position before plugging in.

17.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories
may cause risk of injury to persons.

18.

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

19.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that
it will 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.

20.

DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into
a blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.

21.

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(at full load)

0–6

6.1 – 10

10.1 – 12

12.1 – 16

Do not use.

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 will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss
of power and overheating. Table A 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.

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OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

SETUP

SAFETy

General Tool Safety Warnings

Grounding Instructions

SAFETy

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE
CONNECTION
READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

110-120 VAC Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs

SETUP

Outlets for 2-Prong Plug

To reduce the risk of electric shock, double
insulated equipment 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 insulated tools may be used in either of the
120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration.
(See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)

OPERATION
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Miter Saw Safety Warnings
For your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Miter Saw

Do not operate saw without guards in place.

Do not perform any operation freehand.

Never reach around saw blade.

Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop
before moving workpiece or changing settings.

Disconnect power before changing
blade or servicing.

Return all guards to original position if any are
moved during blade replacement. Check all
guards for proper operation after service.

Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw
will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.

10.

Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers
or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were
specially designed for your saw, for optimum
performance and safety of operation.

11.

Do not use to cut logs, tree limbs,
or uneven lumber.

12.

Wet lumber, green (unseasoned) lumber,
and pressure treated lumber all have an
increased potential for kickback and should
only be cut with a blade for cutting that
lumber type. Wear a NIOSH-approved
respirator and have appropriate ventilation
whenever cutting pressure treated lumber.

13.

Do not use blades made from high-speed steel,
abrasive blades, metal-cutting blades
or masonry-cutting blades. The guards
of this saw are not designed to protect
against the failure of such blades.

14.

Blades must be rated to at least the
maximum speed marked on the tool.

15.

DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANy
GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR
REMOVED. Moving guards must
move freely and close instantly.

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17.

When servicing use only identical
replacement parts.

18.

Do not depress the spindle lock when
starting or during operation.

19.

Only use safety equipment that has been
approved by an appropriate standards
agency. Unapproved safety equipment
may not provide adequate protection. Eye
protection must be ANSI-approved and
breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved
for the specific hazards in the work area.

20.

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.

21.

Industrial applications must
follow OSHA guidelines.

22.

Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

23.

Avoid unintentional starting.
Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.

24.

People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in
close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.

25.

The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.

For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.

SAFETy

Keep hands out of path of saw blade.

The use of accessories or attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer may
result in a risk of injury to persons.

SETUP

16.

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OPERATION

Wear eye protection.

MAINTENANCE

Vibration Safety

SAFETy

This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or
long-term exposure to vibration may cause
temporary or permanent physical injury,
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
1.

Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an
extended period should first be examined by a
doctor and then have regular medical check-ups
to ensure medical problems are not being caused
or worsened from use. Pregnant women or
people who have impaired blood circulation to
the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system
disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should
not use this tool. If you feel any medical or
physical symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.

Use tools with the lowest vibration when there
is a choice between different processes.

Include vibration-free periods each day of work.

Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping
safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.

To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as
explained in this manual. If any abnormal
vibration occurs, stop use immediately.

SETUP

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
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Motor

120 VAC / 60 Hz / 15 A
5,000 RPM

Arbor Diameter

5/8″

Recommended
Blade Type

General Purpose
with Carbide Tips

Blade Diameter

10″

Cutting Capacity
Positive Table Stops

SAFETy

Specifications

At 90°: 2-3/4″ Deep x
12″ Wide. At 45°: 1-9/16″
Deep x 8-1/4″ Wide.
0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30° and
45° Right and Left

Blade Tilt Range

0° – 45° Right
and Left Miter
0° – 45° left

Scale

1° per scale mark

SETUP

Positive Bevel Stops 0° and 45° Left only

5001571

List of Contents
Qty
1

Table Extensions

Dust Collection Bag

Wrench

MAINTENANCE

Compound Sliding Miter Saw

OPERATION

Description

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Trigger

Handles

Blade Guard

SAFETy
Blade Lock

Dust Collection Bag

Blade

SETUP

Hold Down
Clamp
Kerf Board
Miter Handle

Table
Bevel Angle
Indicator

OPERATION

Fence
Miter Lock
Handle

Miter Angle
Indicator

Work piece
Extension
Support

Figure A: Components

MAINTENANCE
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Setup - Before Use:

SAFETy

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section
at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.

WARNING
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

Assembly

Insert the ends of the Extension Supports into
the holes in the sides of the Base. Tighten the
Wing Screws to hold the Extensions in place.
The upper edge of the Extensions will be level
with the surface of the saw. This provides a
wider base for the work material to rest on.

Thread the Miter Lock Handle into
the Plate until securely in place.

Attaching the Dust Collection Bag
3.

The Dust Collection Bag slips over the Dust Outlet
behind the Blade Housing Assembly. Sawdust
created by cutting is captured in the bag.

SETUP

Attaching the Extension Supports
and Miter Lock Handle

Mounting the Saw

MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

The Miter Saw must be mounted on a support
before use. This may be a commercially
available support or home made saw table.
There are bolt holes provided in each of the
four legs of the base. These should be firmly
mounted using bolts (not included) to your saw
stand or saw table (not included). This will
help prevent tipping or movement of the saw,
preventing injury. Also, the use of a saw table
will make it easier to efficiently handle work
materials and make more accurate cuts.

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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

SAFETy

WARNING
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Unplug power cord from power source before making any adjustments to this tool.

Work Piece and Work Area Set Up

SETUP

Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent injury and distraction.

Route the power cord along a safe route to reach
the work area without creating a tripping hazard or
exposing the power cord to possible damage. The
power cord must reach the work area with enough
extra length to allow free movement while working.

Use a saw table, saw stand or other means to
support the work piece. The Miter Saw must be
mounted in such a way that the surface is level
to the ground, and supports used must provide
a surface on the same level as the saw table.

If the work surface and any work materials
supports are not level, and on the same
level, unwanted bevel angles will appear
in the cuts resulting in poor joinery.
4.

Work pieces may be secured to the saw table
using the Hold Down Clamp or other clamping
devices (not included). Securing the work piece
will provide safety by preventing kick back and by
removing the need to hold work pieces near the
blade by hand. Clamping the work piece will also
improve cutting accuracy by preventing the work
piece from moving during the cutting operation.

When using this saw, work pieces are often
quite long. Allow room on both left and
right of saw for extended work pieces.

TOOL SET UP
Using the Work Piece Extension Supports
OPERATION

The Work Piece Extension Supports are
inserted into each side of the Table, and
locked in place using the Wing Screws.

When properly installed, the upper face of
the Work Piece Extension Supports are
level with the Table, and provide a wider
support surface for the work piece.

Always support the work piece to be level
with the table, and so that after the cut is
made the cut off pieces will not fall. You may
need to use saw horses or other supports
(not included) to support the work piece.

If the work piece is not level, you will make
an unintentional bevel cut in the material.
If the work piece is not supported, it will
bind the blade and may cause the material
to kick back, potentially causing injury.

To make a miter cut, loosen the Miter Lock
Knob by turning it approximately 1/4 turn
counterclockwise. Press down the Thumb Lever
to unlock the Table. While holding the Thumb
Lever down, move the Table to the desired
angle. The Miter Angle Indicator will indicate
the selected angle. The table will lock into place
at often used miter angles, including 22.5º,
30º, 45º, and 90º on both left and right sides.

With the Table adjusted to the desired angle, place
the work piece flush against the Fence, secure
it with the Hold Down Clamp and make the cut.

Adjusting the Miter Angle
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A miter cut is one that is at an angle across
the horizontal surface of the material. You will
commonly make 45º miter cuts to join two pieces
in a right angle corner. A 30º cut is often used
for a scarf joint or to make a chamfered end.

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A bevel cut is one that is at an angle to
the vertical plane of the material.

Bevel cuts can be used to miter relatively
wide and thin material. Bevel cuts can be
used in combination with a miter cut to form
a compound angle. Compound angle cuts
are often used in crown moldings, picture
frames and similar trim materials.

To set the bevel angle, loosen the Bevel Lock
Handle at the rear of the saw. To do this, press
in the Lock Button and rotate the Handle 1/2 turn
counterclockwise. Move the blade assembly
left to the desired angle. You can read the angle
on the Bevel Angle Indicator. Lock the blade
assembly into position by pressing in the Lock
Button and rotating the Bevel Lock Handle
clockwise. Tighten firmly but not over-tight.

Make a sample cut in a piece of scrap and check
to be sure the bevel angle is correct. If it is not,
correct the angle before cutting your work material.

To limit blade assembly travel, turn the Depth Stop
Screw clockwise. The further you screw down the
Depth Stop Screw, the shallower the cut will be.

After the desired cut has been made,
return the Depth Stop Screw to its open
position by turning it counterclockwise.

This saw is provided with a Kerf Board. The Kerf
Board helps to prevent tear-out on the bottom side
of the work material. The Kerf Board is factory
adjusted prior to shipment of this tool so the blade
does not contact the Kerf Board during normal
operation, including bevel cuts. Adjustment
of the Kerf Board and techniques to prevent
tear-out are discussed later in this manual.

Before starting work, check the accuracy of
the Guide Fence, miter angle and bevel angle.
Instructions for checking and adjusting these
angles are discussed later in this manual.

It is very important that the work material
be properly supported before making a
cut. The material must be level on the
Table. The material must be supported on
both ends. Using the Work Piece Extension
Supports is discussed on page 10.

Use this saw only for its intended purpose
of cutting flat rectangular or round wood
stock, or finished molding. Do not use it
for cutting firewood, brush, or anything that
does not lie flat on the table. Doing so may
cause binding or violent kick-back that may
result in damage or personal injury.

SAFETy

Adjusting the Bevel Angle

If you want to make a kerfing or rabbet
cut which does not cut through the work
piece, you can use the Depth Stop Screw
to control the depth of the cut.

SETUP

Using the Depth Stop

When the Handle is lowered, the Blade Guard
raises automatically. When the Handle is
raised the Blade Guard returns to its safety
position. Keep hands clear of the Blade when
the Handle is lowered. Never interfere with
the proper movement of the Blade Guard.

There are locking mechanisms for the miter
angle and the Slides. Unlock the Table to
set the miter angle, then re-lock it before
making the cut. Unlock the Slide using the
Slide Lock Wing Screw before making a cut
if the work material is too wide to “chop”.

To rotate the Table, press down the Miter Thumb
Lever, rotate the Table to the desired angle,
then release the Miter Lock Lever. Notches
are machined into the Base of the tool which
will lock the Table into several often used miter
angles. These angles are 0º (centered), 15º,
22.5º, 30º and 45º both left and right cut.

On wider pieces, you will have to slide the blade
while making the cut. To unlock the Slide, loosen
the Slide Lock Wing Screw at the back of the saw.

To make a bevel cut, release the Bevel Lock
Lever, rotate the blade assembly to the desired
bevel angle, then lock the blade assembly in place
using the Bevel Lock Lever. Making bevel cuts
is discussed in more detail later in this manual.

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MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

General Operating Instructions

Making a Cut

SAFETy

MITER SAWS CAN QUICKLy AMPUTATE FINGERS IF MISUSED.
Keep hands well clear of cutting area.
1.

Observe all safety and planning items
discussed in this manual. Detailed instructions
on each of the following steps are discussed
in this manual. Do not make any cuts until
you have read this entire manual and are
familiar with the operation of this tool.

a. Loosen Slide Lock and pull Saw
Head Assembly forward.
b. Press down on the Saw Handle.
c. Push the Saw Head toward the rear to
make the cut. Refer to Figure B.

Release the Locking Pin to allow the Saw Head
Assembly to come up. Check to be sure the
Table is fixed in place at the desired miter angle.

SETUP

Blow any sawdust or debris away from the Fence.
Place the work material against the Fence.

Make any necessary miter or bevel adjustments.

Align the marked location of the cut on the work
material with the Saw Blade. Be aware that the
Saw Blade will remove material from the cut equal
to the width of the Blade. This is the “kerf”.

With wide material, move the Blade across
the workpiece while cutting as follows:

Do not bear down on the material — use
light downward and lateral pressure. If the
material binds the blade, release the Trigger.
1

Pull Forward
3

Push Toward Rear to Cut

Slide Lock

Note: To prevent your work piece from being cut too
short, align the edge of the Blade with your measured
mark, keeping the kerf on the waste side of the cut.

OPERATION

Hold the work material in place using the
Hold Down Vise. Ensure that the work
material is level and supported securely.
Use saw horses or supports if necessary.

Grip the Saw Handle and squeeze the
Trigger to start the Blade turning.

With narrow material, press down lightly to
cut the workpiece. Press straight down,
“chopping” the material. Do not bear down on
the material — use light downward pressure.
If the material binds the blade, release the Trigger.

Press
Down
Workpiece

Figure B
10.

When the cut is completed, raise the Saw
Head, release the Trigger, wait for the Blade
to stop turning, release the Hold Down Vise
and remove the workpiece from the Saw.

11.

To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and
disconnect its power supply after use. Clean,
then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.

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Maintenance and Servicing

SAFETy

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual
must be performed only by a qualified technician.

WARNING
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical
outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

AFTER USE, clean external surfaces of
the tool with clean, moist cloth. To prevent
accidents, turn off the tool and disconnect its
power supply after use. Clean, then store
the tool indoors out of children’s reach.
If the blade has become dirty, use a
blade cleaner (not included) to clean it.
Dirty blades will bind more easily, and will more
often overheat and burn the wood as it cuts.
Overheated blades dull more easily.
If the Blade has become dull, replace it.
Dull blades will cause increased tear-out
and ragged edges on the cuts.

Occasionally clean the Slides, rotating
Table components and other moving parts.
Use a good quality dry lubricant
(not included) which will not attract dust.

Observe the Dust Bag while using the saw.
Empty the sawdust into an appropriate
container when the bag is full.

Occasionally wipe or blow off sawdust that
accumulates on the saw. Saw dust on the Fence
can cause you to make inaccurate cuts.

Keep the Slides free of sawdust. Wipe or
blow them off as required. Use a dry lubricant
or wax on the slides. Do not use an oil or
grease lubricant, as this will attract dust.

Occasionally lubricate the pivot point of the Table
as well as other moving parts with a dry lubricant.

10.

WARNING! If the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualified service technician.

OPERATION

BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for loose
screws, misalignment or binding of moving
parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged
electrical wiring, and any other condition
that may affect its safe operation.

MAINTENANCE

SETUP

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

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Replacing the Blade
WARNING
SAFETy

TO REDUCE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURy:
Return guard to original position and secure in place after replacing blade.
Note: Blade sold separately.

Figure E: Raise Blade Guard

Unplug the tool from its power source.

Lock the blade assembly in the raised
position by pushing in the Locking Pin.

Use the supplied Wrench to remove
the Center Cover Fixing Bolt holding
the Center Cover in place by turning it
counterclockwise. (See Figure C.)

While holding in the Arbor Lock Button,
use the Wrench to loosen the Arbor Bolt
by turning it clockwise. (See Figure F.)

SETUP
Figure F: Arbor Bolt
Figure C: Removing Bolt
4.

Remove the Safety Screw. (See Figure D.)

Note: The Arbor Bolt has a left hand thread,
so it loosens by turning clockwise.

OPERATION

Remove the Arbor Bolt, Outer Flange and Saw
Blade by pulling them straight off the Arbor.

Reinstall a new Blade on the Arbor.
(See Figure G.) Be sure to match the direction
marked on the new blade with the direction
marked on the saw Blade Housing.

Figure D: Removing Safety Screw
5.

Raise the Blade Guard and Center Cover.
(See Figure E.)

MAINTENANCE

Figure G: Removing Blade

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Replace the Outer Flange and Arbor Bolt.
Tighten the Arbor Bolt securely using the
Wrench by turning it counterclockwise.

10.

Rotate the Center Cover back into place
and tighten the Center Cover Fixing Bolt
using the Wrench by turning it clockwise.

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11.

Release the Locking Pin.

Adjusting the Fence
If Fence needs adjustment:
1.

First unplug the tool.

To make accurate cuts, the Fence must be
perpendicular (at a 90º angle) to the Saw Blade.

Lower the blade assembly and lock it
in place using the Locking Pin.

Before beginning work, make a test cut on
scrap material with the Table set at 90º.

Check the cut with an accurate square. You
can also reverse the two pieces, hold the
cut ends together, and hold a good straight
edge along the side of the pieces.

Lay a carpenter’s square on the table with one
edge along the blade and the other along the
Fence. Any inaccuracy should be visible. NOTE:
The square must contact the surface of the
blade, not the teeth, for an accurate reading.

The Fence is held in place with bolts at each
end. Loosen the bolts slightly, and gently tap the
Fence into position using a soft mallet. Retighten
the bolts and make another test cut. Repeat the
process until the Fence is adjusted accurately.

Once the Fence is accurately adjusted,
tighten the bolts firmly in place. Recheck
one last time, then proceed to work.

Loosen the screw holding the
Angle Indicator in place.

Rotate it until the pointer is exactly on 90º.

Retighten the screw.

If necessary, the bevel angle can be corrected
by adjusting the Bevel Adjustment Screw on
the right side under the Bevel Locking Lever.

Once the bevel angle is adjusted, adjust the Bevel
Angle Indicator to read 0º when the Saw Blade is
in the vertical position. Loosen the screw holding
the Indicator in place, adjust it to be exactly
over the 0º mark, then retighten the screw.

If either test reveals that the cut is not
a true 90º angle, you must adjust the
Fence before beginning work.

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The Fence holds the work piece in a fixed position
while the Table and or the blade assembly
are adjusted in a miter or bevel angle.

After you have checked or adjusted the fence
to be sure it is at 90º to the Blade, check the
accuracy of the Miter Table Angle Indicator.

Adjusting the Bevel Angle
For making accurate cuts, the Saw Blade must
be adjusted to be exactly vertical to the Table.
1.

To check the angle, have the blade assembly
in its normal upright position. Make a cut on a
piece of flat sided, fairly thick scrap material.
Check the cut with an accurate square. The cut
should be at exactly 90º. You can also check
by rotating one cut-off piece 180º and hold
the cut ends together. If the cut is not exactly
vertical, the two pieces will form a slight angle.

Adjusting or Replacing the Kerf Board
If the Kerf Board becomes damaged it must be replaced.
1.

Remove the four screws holding
the Kerf Board in place.

Install a new Kerf Board. Replace the
four screws and tighten them slightly.

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To adjust the Kerf Board, lower the Saw Blade
and lock it down with the Locking Pin. Adjust
the Kerf Board so the right side of the Blade
slightly clears the edge of the Kerf Board.
Loosen the Bevel Lock and set the Bevel
Angle at 45º left. Ensure that the left side of
the Blade clears the Kerf Board. Tighten the
four screws holding the Kerf Board in place.

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MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

Adjusting the Miter Table Indicator

Troubleshooting
Problem

Possible Causes

Likely Solutions

SAFETy

Tool will not start

1. No power at outlet.
2. Cord not connected.

1. Check power at outlet.
2. Check that cord is plugged in.

Tool operates
sporadically or
at low power

1. Low power supply or
improper extension cords.
2. Worn or cracked
Carbon Brushes.

1. Check power supply and power cords.

Wood burns at
ends when cut

1. Dirty Blade.
2. Material is binding.

1. Clean Blade using blade cleaner or mineral spirits.
2. Check position of work material on Table. Material must
be flat, flush against Fence and supported on ends.

Material frays
or chips out.

1. Finished side is down

1. Keep finished side of material up or facing operator.
Bottom and back side are prone to chip out.
2. Check for damaged teeth. Sharpen or replace blade.
3. Check blade manufacturer’s recommendations for
material being cut. For cross cutting hard wood and for
precision cuts use a thin kerf blade with 60 or more teeth.
4. Use a thin piece of scrap material, such as 1/4″
plywood, underneath or behind the material to
support the edges of the material as it is being cut.

2. Blade chipped or dull.
3. Blade inappropriate
for material.

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4. Material is unsupported.

Blade binds,
slowing or
stopping saw.

1. Material is misaligned
on the saw or ends
are not supported.
2. Material is wet, contaminated
or inappropriate blade
is being used.

2. Check Carbon Brushes. Replace if damaged or worn.

1. Material must be flat on table, flush against the fence and
supported on both ends.
2. Check condition of material and check
compatibility of blade to material.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.

OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
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ITEM 61972

SAFETy

Record Product’s Serial Number Here:

OPERATION

SETUP

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

MAINTENANCE

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLy

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and
are not available individually as replacement parts.
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Parts List and Diagram

Parts List
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Part

Description

Qty

Part

Description

Qty

Part

Description

Qty

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Bolt M6x25

Lock Handle

Depth Stop Screw

Base

Bolt M5x14

Lock Washer

Extension Arm

Bushing

Bearing

Screw

Oil Cover

Spring Washer

Foot

Bearing

Gear

Bolt M8x50

Rod

Front Cover

Bolt M5x10

Mount

Bearing

Spring Washer

Line Button

Outer Axis

Flat Washer

Washer

Key 4x13

Plate

Bolt M6x10

Bearing Cover

Rub Slice

Limit Plate

Bolt M5x18

Knob M6x20

100 Inner Flange

Spring

Handle Ball

101 Blade (sold separately)

Pin 3x20

Lock Spring

102 Outer Flange

Handle

Lock Pin

103 Screw M8x20 Left

Plate

Spring Pin

104 Lock Nut

Extend Pole

Cover stand

105 Small Cover

Pointer

Screw

106 Large Cover

Bolt M4x12

Bolt

107 Washer

Bolt M4x8

Washer

108 Bolt

Kerf

Lock Button

109 Bolt M8x12

Plate

Link Pole Bolt

110 Blade Cover Spring

Plate

Link Pole

111

Bolt M8x30

Brush Cover

112 Link Pole Plank

Table

Carbon Brush

113 Switch

Flat Washer

Brush Handle

114 Switch Spring

Lock Nut

Motor Housing

115 Switch Button

Rail

Bolt M6x30

116 Handle Up Part

Flat Washer

Stator

117 Bolt ST4.2x18

Spring Washer

Screw ST5x65

118 Handle

Bolt M6x25

Air Lock Circle

119 Bolt ST6.3x25

Screw

Bearing

120 Bolt M5x45

Clamp

Rotor

121 Bolt ST4.2x14

Bolt

Bearing

122 Bolt ST4.2x14

Flat Washer

Lock Button

123 Press Plank

Pointer

Lock Button Spring

124 Power Cord

Nut

Spring

125 Rubber Sheath

Spring

126 Terminal

Bend Arm

Blade Cover

127 Handle Down Part

Flat Washer

Bolt M6x10

128 Hex Key

Lock Nut

Bolt M6x20

129 Seal Ring

Washer

Dust Collector

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Blade Cover

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Assembly Diagram
103 102

119

100
99
8

117

116

97
96
95

112

81
80

104

78
75

64
65
65
66

33
31
30
29

61 55
60

20
54
53

19
18
129 17
38
24
12

13
10

20
54
53
52

1
51

56
9
8
47

128

45°
40°

9
8
7

22
11
23

40
41
39 40

35 36
49

371

15°
35° 30°
25° 20°
10°

5°
0°

5°
10°

°
15

20°

25
°

30°

35°

40°

45°

3
6
5

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59
58

21
20

29
30

27
26

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110
108
107
106
105

125
126
127

111

124

87
86
85
84

112

115
114
113

120
121
122
123

118

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101

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Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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