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MODEL NO
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Serial
Number
Model and serial numbers

CRRFTSMRN
may be found on a plate
attached to your saw, at the
back of the Miter Saw base.
You should record both model
and serial number
place for future
in a safe
use. 8-1/4 INCH
SLIDE COMPOUND
MITER SAW
FOR YOUR
SAFETY • assembly
• operating
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
• repair parts
CAREFULLY
I/ J
Sears Roebuck and Co, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 US.A.
Pad No. SP6005 Form No. SP6005-1 Printed in Taiwan 7/97
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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BENCHTOP TOOLS
If this Miter Saw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, within one year from the date of
purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and
Sears will repair it, free of charge.
If this Miter Saw is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty will apply for ninety days
from the date of purchase.
This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States•
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179

Safety Instructions For Slide Compound Miter Saw

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your miter saw works. Read this manual to
understand this miter saw.
m

Safety Signal Words

DANGER: means if the safety information is not followed lowed someone could be seriously injured or killed.
someone will be seriously injured or killed. CAUTION: means if the safety information is not followed
WARNING: means if the safety information is not fol- someone might be injured.

Before Using The Miter Saw

clamp, cover plate stop screw, and fence clamps. (See
serious, permanent injury, do not plug the miter "Getting to Know Your Miter Saw" section within.)
saw in until the following steps have been satisfac- • Review and understand all safety instructions and
J WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause
torily completed. operating procedures in this manual.
- Completely assemble and align saw. (See "Assembly" ° Review the maintenance methods for this miter saw.
and "Alignment" sections within.) (See "Maintenance" section within).
• Learn the use and function of the ON-OFF switch, • Find and read the following labels on the miter saw:
upper and lower blade guards, handle latch, bevel

NN;_" ....

When Installing Or Moving The Miter Saw

Before moving the saw, lock the miter, bevel, carriage Avoid Dangerous Environment. Use the miter saw in a
lock and power head positions. Unplug the power cord, dry, indoor place protected from rain. Keep work area
well lighted.
To avoid back injury, get help when you need to lift the
saw. Place the saw so neither the user nor bystanders are
forced to stand in line with the blade. Thrown debris
Never carry the tool by the cord or power head trigger
handle, Damage to insulation could cause an electric could injure people in its path.
shock. Damage to wire connections could cause a tire.
To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement: To avoid injury or death from electrical shock:
• Place the miter saw on a firm level surface where there • Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's metal
is plenty of room for handling and properly supporting prongs when plugging or unplugging the miter saw.
the workpiece. • This TOOL. IS DOUBLE INSULATED to give you
• Support the miter saw so the table is level and the saw added protection. Double insulation does not take the
does not rock. place of normal safety precautions when operating this
• Bolt or clamp the saw to its support. tool. When servicing this double insulated tool, use
Never Stand On Tool. Serious injury could occur if the only identical parts.
tool tips or you accidentally hit the cutting tool. Do not
store anything above or near the tool where anyone
might stand on the tool to reach them.

Before Each Use

Inspect your miter saw. caring. DON'T put lubricants on the blade while it's spin-
Disconnect The Miter Saw. To avoid injury from acci- ning.
dental starting, unplug the saw, before changing the Remove Adjusting Keys And Wrenches from tool
setup, changing the blade or adjusting anything. before turning it on.
Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to To avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces:
the direction arrow on the blade. The blade teeth should • Use Only Recommended Accessories. (See "Acces-
always point downward at the front of the saw sory" section within.) Consult this Owner's manual for
Tighten the arbor screw. recommended accessories. Follow the instructions that
Tighten the cover plate stop screw. come with the accessories, The use of improper acces-
Check For Damaged Parts. Check for: sories may cause risk of injury to persons.
Proper Alignment of moving parts, • Choose the right 8-1/4 inch diameter blade for the
material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
Damaged electric cords,
• Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and prop-
Binding of moving parts,
erly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push the power-
Broken parts,
head all the way down. Hand spin the blade and check
Stable mounting, for clearance. Tilt the power-head to 45 degree bevel
Function of arm return spring and lower guard: Push and repeat the check. If the blade hits anything, make
the arm all the way down, then let it rise up until it the adjustments shown in the Maintaining Maximum
stops by itself. Check the lower guard to see if it closed Cutting Capacity section.
fully. If it did not, follow the instructions in the "Trouble • Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.
Shooting" section. • Make sure the collars' recessed stdes are facing the
• Smooth, solid movement of sliding assembly blade.
• Other conditions that may affect the way the miter saw • Using the 1/4" hex end of combination wrench (sup-
works.
plied) or a 1/2-inch box end wrench, make sure the
If any part of this miter saw is missing, bent, or broken in arbor screw is firmly hand tightened.
any way, or any electrical parts don't work, turn the saw • Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there ts
off and unplug it. Replace damaged, missing, or failed no excessive play in any parts.
parts before using the saw again. Keep Work Area Clean. Cluttered areas and benches
Keep Guards In Place, in working order, and in proper invite accidents. Floor must not be slippery
adjustment.
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the saw
Maintain Tools With Care. Keep the miter saw clean for near flammable liquids, vapors or gases.
best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubri-

Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears

Know Your Miter Saw. Read and understand the Plan your work.
owner's manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its Use The Right Tool. Don't force tool or attachment to do
applications and limitations as well as the specific poten- a job it was not designed to do. Use a different tool for
tial hazards peculiar to this tool. any workpiece that can't be held in a solidly braced, fixed
To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts, _ositlon.
don't do layout, assembly_ or setup work on the miter saw
CAUTION: Because of the sliding action of this
while any parts are moving.
saw this machine is not designed for cutting met-
Avoid Accidental Starting. Make sure switch is "OFF" als. Use this miter saw to cut only wood and wood
before plugging miter saw into a power outlet. like products. Other material may shatter, bind on
the blade, start fires or create other dangers.
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Safety Instructions for Miter Saws (continued)
Dress for safety. sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into
Any power miter saw can throw foreign objects into the the blade.
eyes. This can result in permanent eye damage. Wear • Don't Overreach. Keep good footing and balance.
safety goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Z87.1 • Keep your face and body to one side of sawblade, out
(shown on package). Everyday eyeglasses have only of line with a possible thrown piece.
impact resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses. • Never cut Freehand:
Safety goggles are available at area stores. Glasses or
- Brace your workpiece solidly against the fence and
goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seri-
table top so it will not rock or twist during the cut.
ously hurt you when they break.
- Make sure there's no debris between the workpiece
WEAR YOUR
and its supports.
- Make sure no gaps between the workpiece, fence and
table will let the workpiece shift after it is cut in two.
• Cut only one workpiece at a time.
- Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry • Keep the cut off piece free to move sideways after it's
(rings wrist watches) They can get caught and draw cut off. Otherwise, it could get wedged against the
you into moving parts. blade and thrown violently
• Wear nonslip footwear. • Clear everything except the workpiece and related
• "lie back long hair. support devices off the table before turning the miter
• Roll long sleeves above the elbow. saw on,
• Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possible hearing • Secure Work, Use clamps or a vise to help hold the
damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using miter work when it's practical.
saw for hours at a time.
Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward
• For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with
workpieces:
safety goggles.
• Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks, etc.)
Inspect your workpiece.
for any workpieces large enough to tip when not held
• Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the
down to the table top.
part of the workpiece to be cut.
• Never use another person as a substitute for a table
Plan your work to avoid thrown pieces which can
extension, or as additional support for a workpiece that
occur when the werkpiece binds on the blade and is torn
is longer or wider than the basic miter saw table or to
from your hands.
help feed, support or pull the workpiece.
Plan how you will make the cut. Always:
• Do not use this saw to cut pieces too small to let you
• Make sure the blade is not spinning. easily hold the work while you keep the thumb side of
• Raise the blade. your index (pointer) finger against the outside edge of
• Slide the saw out above the front edge of the work the fence.
piece before starting saw. and • When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your
• Push the sawblade down on top of the wood and back work so it will not slip and pinch the blade and be torn
toward the rear of the saw to make the cut. from your hands. A piece of molding, for example,
must lie flat or be held by a fixture or jig that will not let
cut. The blade can suddenly climb up on top of the
I workpiece
DANGER: NEVER pullitself
and force the saw toward
toward you. you during a I I it twist, rock or slip while being cut.
• Properly support round material such as dowel rods, or
tubing. They have a tendency to roll while being cut,
Plan how you will hold the workpiece from start to causing the blade to "bite." To avoid this, always use a
finish:
fixture designed to properly hold your workpiece.
• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a

Whenever Saw Is Running

WARNING: Don't allow familiarity (gained from fre- from the miter saw. Make sure bystanders are clear of
quent use of your miter saw) to cause a careless the miter saw and workpiece.
mistake. A careless fraction of a second is enough Never confine the piece being cut off. Never hold it,
to cause a severe injury. clamp it, touch it, or use length stops against it while the
blade is spinning. It must be free to move sideways on its
Before starting your cut, watch the miter saw while it
own. If confined, it could get wedged against the blade
runs. If it makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates a lot, stop
and be thrown violently.
immediately. Turn the saw off. Unplug the saw. Do not
Let the blade reach full speed before cutting. This will
restart until finding and correcting the problem.
help avoid thrown workpieces.
Keep Children Away. Keep all visitors a safe distance
Don't Force Tool. It will do the job better and safer at its • Keep holding the power head down.
designed rate. Feed the saw into the workpiece only fast • Release the switch, keeping the power head down and
enough to let the blade cut without bogging down or binding. wait for all moving parts to stop before moving your
Before freeing jammed material: hands.
• Turn miter saw "OFF" by releasing trigger switch. • If blade doesn't stop within 6 seconds, unplug the saw
• Wait for all moving parts to stop. and follow the instructions in the Trouble Shooting sec-
tion for fixing the blade brake before using the saw
• Unplug the miter saw.
again
After finishing a cut:

Before Leaving The Saw

Never Leave Tool Running Unattended, Turn power Make Workshop Child Proof. Lock the shop. Discon-
off. Wait for all moving parts to stop nect master switches. Store tool away from children and
others not qualified to use the tool,

Glossary of Terms for Woodworking

Arbor Miter Cut
The shaft on which a cutting tool is mounted. An angle cutting operation made across the width of the
Bevel Cut workpiece.
An angle cutting operation made through the face of the Resin
workpiece. A sticky, sap based substance that has hardened.
Compound Cut Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
A simultaneous bevel and miter cutting operation. The number of turns completed by a spinning object in
Crosscut one minute
A cutting operation made across the width of the work- Sawblade Path
piece. The area of the workpiece or table top directly in line with
Dado either the travel of the blade or the part of the workpiece
A non-through cut which produces a square sided notch which will be, or has been, cut by the blade
or trough in the workpiece Set
Freehand The distance that the tip of the sawblade tooth is bent (or
Doing a cut without holding the workpiece against both set) outward from tile face of tile blade
the table and fence. Most workpieces can be held down Workpiece
with your hand. Large or wide pieces should be clamped The item on which the cutting operation is being per-
to the fence or table. formed. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly
Gum referred to as faces, ends, and edges.
A sticky, sap based residue from wood products
Heel Face
Misalignment of the blade.
Kerf
The amount of material removed by the blade in a
through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-
through or partial cut. /----Edge
Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements
Power Supply and Motor Specifications The A-C motor used on this tool is an universal non-revers-
ible type, having the following specifications:
WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire haz-
ards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit pro- Max Developed H.F i 2-1/2
tection. Your tool is wired at the factory for Voltage 110-120
operation using the voltage shown. Connect tool 10
Amperes
to a power line with the appropriate voltage and a
1S-amp branch circuit. Use a 15-amp time delay Hertz (Cycles) 6O
type fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, Phase Single
if power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any RPM 5000
way, have it replaced immediately.
Rotation of Shaft Clockwise
Brake Automatic
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Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements (continued)
General Electrical Connections
DANGER: To avoid electrocution:
1. Use only identical replacement parts when ser-
vicing. Servicing should be performed by a
qualified service technician.
minals of plug when installing or removing the
I WARNING Do not permit fingers to touch the ter- [
plug to or from the outlet. I
If power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way,
2. Do not use in rain or where floor is wet. have it replaced immediately.
This tool is intended for indoor residential use
only.

110-120 Volt, 60 Hz. Tool Information

Double Insulated
The miter saw is double insulated to provide a double
thickness of insulation between you and the tool's electri-
cal system. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the
internal metal motor components with protecting insula-
tion.
Polarized Plug
Your unit has a plug that looks like the one shown.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way, if the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse plug. If it still does
WARNING: Double insulation does not take the I
not fit, contact a qualified electdcian to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
place of normal safety precautions when operating
this tool. I
Motor Safety Protection
IMPORTANT: To avoid motor damage, this motor should a Motor Is Overloaded-Overloading can occur if you
be blown out or vacuumed frequently to keep sawdust feed too rapidly or make too many start/stops in a
from interfering with normal motor ventilation. short time.
1. Connect this tool to a 110-120V 15 amp branch circuit b Line voltages are more than 10% above or below the
with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. Using nameplate voltage. For heavy loads, however, the
the wrong size fuse can damage the motor. voltage at motor terminals must equal the voltage
2. If the motor won't start, release the trigger switch specified on nameplate.
immediately. Unplug The Tool. Check the saw blade c Improper or dull saw blade are used.
to make sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, try to 5. Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or incor-
start the motor again. If the motor still does not start, rect connections, overload, low voltage (such as small
refer to the "Motor Trouble-Shooting Chart". size wire in the supply circuit) or to overly long supply
3. If the motor suddenly stalls while cutting wood, release circuit wire. Always check the connections, the load
the trigger switch, unplug the tool, and free the blade and the supply circuit whenever motor doesn't work
from the wood. The motor may now be restarted and well. Check wire sizes and length with the Wire Size
the cut finished. Chart below.
4. Fuses may "bloW' or circuit breakers may l_ip frequently i_

Wire Sizes
NOTE: Make sure the proper extension cord is used and
is in good condition.
Extension Cord Wire Sizes Required
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of
Length (A.W.G.)
power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent over-
heating and motor burn-out, use the table below to deter- 110-120V
mine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.) extension cord.
0-25 Ft 18

26-50 Ft. 16
 Table of Contents
Section Page Section Page
Warranty ........................................................................ 2 Compound Cut ......................................................... 21
Safety Instructions For Slide Compound Miter Saw ...... 2 Cutting Bowed Material ............................................ 21
When Installing Or Moving The Miter Saw ................. 2
Hold Down Clamp Installation .................................. 21
Glossary of Terms for Woodworking ............................. 5
Hold Down Clamp Usage ......................................... 22
Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements ........ 5 Workpiece Support ................................................... 22
Power Supply and Motor Specifications ..................... 5 Rough Cutting A Dado ............................................. 23
General Electrical Connections .................................. 6
Helpful Hints When Cutting Compound Miters ......... 23
Table of Contents .......................................................... 7
Maintenance and Lubrication ...................................... 25
Unpacking and Checking Contents .............................. 8 Maintenance ............................................................. 25
Tools Needed ............................................................. 8
Replacing Carbon Brushes ...................................... 25
Unpacking .................................................................. 8
Lower Blade Guard .................................................. 25
Getting to Know Your Miter Saw ................................... 9
Lubrication ....................................................... 25
Assembly .................................................................... 10
Sears Recommends the Following Accessories ......... 26
Removing or Installing the Blade .............................. 10 Recommended Accessories ..................................... 26
Assembling Dust Elbow ............................................ 11
Prohibited Accessories ............................................. 26
Alignment (Adjustments) ............................................. 11
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................ 27
Mounting The Miter Saw ............................................. 14
Motor ....................................................................... 27
Safety Instructions for Basic Saw Operations ............. 16 General .................................................................... 27
Basic Saw Operations ................................................. 18
Wiring Diagram ........................................................... 28
Making Common Slide Compound Cuts .................. 18
Trouble Shooting Of Brake By Qualified Service Person
Slide Cutting ............................................................. 19 Only ....................................................................... 28
Body and Hand Position ........................................... 19 Notes .......................................................................... 29
Miter Cut ................................................................... 20 Repair Parts ................................................................ 30
Bevel Cut .................................................................. 20
Unpacking and Checking Contents
Tools Needed
Combination Square Must be True
Straight Edge of
Draw Light Board 3/4" Thick
1t4" Hex "L" Wrench Line on Board This Edge Must be
Combination Square (Supplied) Along this Edge ¢,_, Perfectly Straight

Adjustable Wrench
Should be no Gap or Overlap when Square
is Flipped Over in Dotted Position

Unpacking tighten the carriage lock knob to guard against sudden

movement.
WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected start-
2. Remove the miter saw from the carton by lifting with
ing or electrical shock, do not plug the power cord
the handholds located at the base of the saw.
into a power source outlet during unpacking and
assembly. This cord must remain unplugged WARNING: if any part is missing or damaged, do
whenever you are working on the saw. not plug the saw in until the missing or damaged
part is correctly replaced. To avoid electric shock,
Your model of Miter Saw is shipped complete in one box.
use only identical replacement parts when servic-
ing double insulated tools.
To avoid back injury, get help whenever you have
WARNING: Although compact, this saw is heavy.
to lift the saw. 3_ Place the saw on a secure, stationary work surface
and look the saw over carefully.
1. Before removing the saw from the shipping carton

List of Loose Parts

The following parts are included:
NOTE: Before beginning assembly, check that all paris Part or Assembly Qty.
are included. If you are missing any part do not assem- A. Basic Saw Assembly ................................................ 1
ble the saw, Contact your Sears Service Center to get B. Clamp Assembly (shown on saw) ............................. 1
the missing part. Sometimes small parts can get lost in C. Dust Elbow ............................................................... 1
packaging material. Do not throw away any packaging D, Combination Wrench ................................................. 1
until saw is put together. Check packaging for missing (Assembled on saw)
parts before contacting Sears, A complete parts list E, Form Owner's Manual ............................................... 1
(Repair Par[s) is at the end of the manual. Use the list to F. Registration Form ...................................................... 1
identify the number of the missing part.

A C

Carriage
Lock Knob

Hand Hold
 Getting to Know Your Miter Saw
10 Cover Plate 12 1 Warning Labels
Screw Lock-off 9 Saw Switch
11 Cover Button Handle 3 Depth Adjustment Bolt
with Stop Knob and
14 Upper 13 Jam Nuts
Blade
Trigger
Switch
7 carriage
Lock Knob
6 Bevel Adjustment
Stops /
8 Lower Blade
_rd

Table

18 Rear
Foot 5 Bevel Lock
Handle
Miter Lock Handle

17 Combination | 5 Base
Wrench
19 Hold Down Clamp

1. Warning labels. 11. Cover Plate - Holds the lower guard and is attached
2. Lock Pin - The miter saw can be locked in the low- to upper guard. Prevents the arbor screw from back-
ered position for compact storage. Use this only for ing out when properly attached with the 10-32 x 1/2"
carrying and storage applications. cover plate stop screw.
3. Depth Adjustment Bolt - When properly adjusted it 12. Lock Off Button
limits the sawblade travel to approximately 1/4" 13. OnlOff Trigger Switch - To prevent the trigger from
below the table. Dados may also be rough cut by being accidentally engaged, a lock-off button is pro-
adjusting this bolt. vided. To start the tool, press in the lock-off button
4. Miter Lock Handle - The miter lock handle securely and squeeze the trigger. Release the trigger to stop
locks the miter saw at a desired miter angle. Index points the miter saw.
have been provided at 0, 15, 22.5, 30 and 45 R/L. 14. Upper Blade Guard - Supports the motor handle,
5. Bevel Lock Handle - The bevel lock handle locks switch, blade and lower guard.
the miter saw at a desired bevel angle. 15. Base - Supports table, holds accessories and allows
6. Bevel Adjustment Stops - Bolts that are adiusted to for work bench or leg set mounting.
stop the sawblade at 0 ° bevel and 45 ° bevel. 16. Table - Sits in base, supports pivot and allows for at
7. Carriage Lock Knob - Prevents the saws sliding least 45 ° miter left and right.
motion by locking the carriage in place. 17. Combination Wrench - Used for 1/4" hex and Phil-
8. Lower Blade Guard - The blade guard helps protect lips head screw adjustments.
your hands from the blade in the raised position. To 18. Rear Foot - Can be adjusted to help better stabilize
avoid binding on the workpiece, it retracts as the the saw base.
blade is lowered.
19. Hold Down Clamp - Helps to hold workpiece to the
9. Miter Saw Switch Handle - The saw handle con- saw.
tains the trigger switch with a lock-off button. The
20. Arbor Lock - (Not shown) Allows user to keep blade
blade is lowered into the workpiece by pushing down
from rotating while tightening or loosening arbor
on the handle. The saw will return to its upright posi- screw during blade replacement or removal. Make
tion when the handle is released.
sure arbor lock is disengaged before the saw is
10. Cover Plate Stop Screw - When this screw is loos- turned on.
ened. the cover plate is rotated to the rear. allowing
for blade removal/replacement.
Assembly
WARNING: For your own safety, never connect Cover
plug to power source outlet until all assembly Blade G.ua_late
steps are complete, and you have read and under-
stood the safety and operational instructions.

Removing or Installing the Blade

Guard
WARNING: To avoid injury from a thrown work-
Bearing
piece or thrown pieces of blade, do not use a blade
larger or smaller than 8-1/4" diameter.
WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected start- 3over Plate
ing, unplug the saw whenever you are removing or Stop Screw
installing the blade.
1. Unplug the saw from the outlet. Cutting head is up. / _ Lower
Blade Guard
2. Rotate lower guard out of the way. Loosen the cover
plate stop screw with the phillips end of the combina-
tion wrench. (Supplied)
3. Lift the lower guard up and tilt the lower guard
assembly back so the arbor screw is exposed.
4. Find the arbor lock between the guard and the miter
saw handle. Place the 1/4" Allen end of the combina- rLock
tion wrench into the arbor screw.
5. Press the arbor lock and hold it in firmly while turning
the wrench clockwise. The arbor lock will engage Arbor Screw
alter some turning of the wrench.
(
NOTE: The arbor lock can be damaged by improper use.
If the arbor lock will not hold, lower the blade down on to Combination
a scrap piece of wood positioned against the fence. This / _" Wrench
will serve as an alternate locking means.
6. Unscrew and remove the arbor screw, arbor washer,
outer blade collar, and the blade. ,iSupplied
NOTE: Pay attention to pieces removed, noting their
position and direction they face (see illustration). Wipe 8-1/4" Blade
the blade collars clean of any sawdust before installing
Arbor Washer
the new blades.

CAUTION: To avoid cuts from extremely sharp I

teeth: Wear gloves when installing or removing
sawblade. I __Inner

(Do Not
Blade

7. Install the new 8-1/4" blade (see recommended Remove)

accessory list). Make sure the rotation arrow on the Arbor Screw
blade matches the clockwise rotation arrow on the Left Hand Thread t-Outer Blade Collar
upper guard.
8. Install the outer blade collar, blade washer and arbor 10. Be sure the arbor lock is released so the blade turns
screw. Press the arbor lock and turn the arbor screw freely.
counterclockwise to secure the blade. Tighten arbor WARNING: Make sure the collars are clean and
screw using moderate force. properly arranged. After installing a new blade,
9. Lower the lower blade guard until the slot in mount- make sure the blade clears the table slot at the 0 °
ing plate rests all the way down on the mounting and 45 ° bevel positions. Lower the blade into the
screw. Tighten the screw with the Phillips end of table slot and check for any contact with the base
combination wrench. or turn table structure. If blade contacts table, seek
authorized Sears Service.
DANGER: Never use saw without mounting plate
securely in place. It keeps the arbor screw from If blade contacts turn table, refer to "Alignment" section
falling out if it accidentally loosens, and prevents for adjustment.
the spinning blade from coming off the machine. If blade bottoms out on turn table structure, refer to
"Alignment", Depth Stop section for adjustment.

10
 Assembling Dust Elbow
Dust Elbow
1. Locate the dust elbow
2. Unplug power cord.
3. With the miter arm locked in the down position, start
the dust elbow onto the dust nozzle at an angle to
retaining lip.
4. Firmly press the dust elbow the rest of the way onto
the second retaining lip.
NOTE: At first time installation, or if assembled in a cool
or cold climate, the rubber is not as flexible and will be
more difficult to assemble. D°UzStzle

Alignment (Adjustments)
WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected start-
ing or electrical shock, do not plug the saw in. The
power cord must remain unplugged whenever you
are working on the saw.
WARNING: Cut material can be thrown. Eyes can be
permanently damaged, Wear your safety goggles.
Step One: Blade Square to Table (Bevel Align-
ment)
NOTE: The miter saw was assembled, aligned, and
inspected before shipment. Alignment should be checked
and any adjustments made to insure accurate cuts.
1. Check miter lock knob setting. The miter lock knob
should be at the 0° position. To reset the miter angle,
turn the miter lock knob counterclockwise and move to
0° miter and retighten.
2. Lower the blade and engage the lock pin. Use a com-
bination square to check blade squareness to table. If
the blade does not contact the full length of the square,
(see illustration) follow the alignment procedure.
a Loosen bevel lock knob.
b Grasping upper metal guard, move the cutting head
left or right until blade makes contact with the full
length of the square.
NOTE: If you cannot get to 0 ° bevel, the stop screw may
be in your way. Adjust it down (Ref.: Step d below) so
you may achieve 0 ° bevel.
c Tighten the bevel lock knob
d Loosen the 0 ° bevel stop screw jam nut using adjust-
able wrench. Adjust 0 ° bevel stop screw up so that
the hex screw head hits the 0 ° stop at the same time
the blade makes contact with the full length of 4. Loosen bevel lock knob and tilt the power head to 45 °
square. After adjustment is final. Retighten the 0 ° bevel and check the 45 ° bevel stop. The bevel indica-
bevel stop screw jam nut. tor should be on the 45 ° mark, the 45 ° bevel stop
3. Adjust bevel scale indicator should be in full contact with the 45 ° bevel stop screw,
With the blade square to the table and the 0 ° bevel and the blade should contact the full length of the
stop screw adjusted, if necessary loosen the bevel square.
indicator screw, using the Phillips end of the combina- 5, If adjustment is necessary, repeat steps 2a - 2d for the
tion wrench. Slide the indicator under the Phillips head 45 c bevel stop screw.
screw to line up exactly with the 0 ° bevel mark on the
bevel scale. Retighten the indicator screw.

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Alignment (Adjustments) (continued)
Step Two: Blade Square to Fence (Miter Align-
ment)
WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected start-
ing or electrical shock, do not plug the saw in. The
power cord must remain unplugged whenever you
are working on the saw.
1. To check blade squareness to fence, lock power head
guard in lower position with the lock pin. Use a combi-
nation square. Place the square against the fence and
next to the blade as illustrated. Locate the square
properly so it does not contact the set in the teeth of
sawblacle, giving an inaccurate reading. The sawblade
body should contact the full length of the square.
2. If blade contacts full length of square, no alignment is
necessary, skip a-c below. If blade is not square to the
fence, follow the alignment procedure.
a Loosen the four (4) fence lock bolts.
b Place a combination square against the sawblade
and adjust the fence until it is 90 ° to the blade. WARNING: Do not start the miter saw without
c Tighten the four (4) fence lock bolts. checking for interference between the blade and
the turn table structure. Damage could result to the
Adjust Miter Scale Indicator
blade if it strikes the turn table structure during
1. Loosen the Phillips screw that holds the indicator in
operation of the saw. Broken saw parts could hit
place.
you or others.
2. Reposition the indicator to align it with 0° mark, and
retighten screw.

Step Three: Bevel Pivot Adjustment

The slide compound miter saw should bevel by loosening
the bevel lock handle and tilting the power head to the
left. If movement is tight or if there is loosening in the
pivot follow the adjustment procedure,
1. Loosen the bevel lock handle.
2. Turn the hex lock nut with a wrench. Depth Stop
Jam Nuts
3. Recheck bevel movement of the miter saw. Readjust if
necessary
Step Four: Cutting Head Pivot Adjustment
The slide compound miter saw should rise completely to
the up position by itself. To check this, hold the power-
head down, make sure the lock pin is not engaged and
see if the saw will rise by itself. If the saw will not rise by
itself or if there is play in the pivot joints the following
adjustment is necessary.
Bevel Lock Bevel Hex
1. If the saw does not rise by itself loosen the lock nut on
Handle Lock Nut
the pivot bolt. Pivot Bolt
2. If there is play in the joints slightly tighten the lock nut and Nut
on the pivot bolt.
3. Recheck the saw travel. Saw should rise freely to its WARNING: To keep the nut from working its way
up travel stop. Check to see that the saw will rise from off as you use the saw, at least one thread of the
all positions and there is no looseness in the pivot. If pivot bolt must always stick out past the nut.
saw still won't fully rise, have Sears Service check and Always keep the nut at least that tight.
repair it.

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 Step Five: Depth Stop
The depth stop limits the downward travel of the blade It
allows the blade to go below the work table enough to
maintain full cutting capacities, thereby cutting com-
pletely through the workpiece at the fence Properly
adjusted the depth stop positions the blade 1/4" below
the table.

WARNING: to avoid injury from unexpected start-

ing or electrical shock, do not plug the saw in. The
power cord must remain unplugged whenever you
are work ng on the saw.
This tool Asfactory set to provide maximum cutting capac-
ity for the 8-1/4" saw blade provided. When the diameter
of the blade has been reduced due to sharpening, it may
be necessary to adjust depth stop to provide maximum
cutting capacity. When a new blade is installed_ it is nec-
essary to check the clearance of the blade to the turn Adjustment
table structure. Screw

1. To adjust the depth stop loosen the two (2) jam nuts on
the end of the depth stop bolt.
2. Loosen the stop knob at the top of the arm
3. The sawblade is lowered by turning the depth stop bolt
counterclockwise and raised by turning the bolt clock-
wise
4. Lower the blade into the slot of the turn table. Check
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blade clearance and maximum cutting distance (dis-

tance from fence where blade enters) to front of work
table slot. Readjust if necessary.

WARNING: Do not start the miter saw without

checking for interference between the blade and
the turn table structure. Damage could result to the
blade if it strikes the turn table structure during
operation of the saw.

WARNING: Failure to tighten the jam nut could let

the depth stop slip and let the blade strike the saw
table. Broken saw parts could hit you or others.

5 Tighten the large stop knob at the top of arm.

6 Tighten the two (2) nuts on the end of the depth stop
bolt against the depth stop.
Step Six: Rear Foot Adjustment
The rear foot can be adjusted to better stabilize the base.
When the saw is placed on a work place surface, the foot
can be adjusted using the following adjustment.
1. Place the saw on a secure, stationary work surface.
2. Using the Phillips end of combination wrench, loosen
the adjustment screw
3. Pull foot out until it makes contact with the work su[-
face

NOTE: Foot is mounted at a downward slanting angle

so it will self adjust as it is pulled out
4. Tighten adjustment screw.

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Mounting The Miter Saw
WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected saw
movement:

a. Before moving the saw, lock the miter lock

knob and lock the power head in the lower
position using the lock pin. Unplug electric
cord.
b. To avoid back injury, get help when you need
to lift the saw more than 10 inches. Hold the
tool close to your body when lifting. Bend your
knees so you can lift with your legs, not you r J
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back. Lift by using the hand-hold areas at each E
side of the bottom of the base.
c. Never carry the miter saw by the power cord or
the trigger handle. Carrying the tool by the
power cord could cause damage to the insula-
tion or the wire connections resulting in elec-
tric shock or fire.
d. Place the saw so other people cannot stand
behind it. Thrown debris could injure people in
its path.
e. Place the saw on a firm, level surface where
there is plenty of room for handling and prop-
erly supporting the workpiece.
f. Support the saw so the table is level and the G
saw does not rock.
g. Bolt or clamp the saw to its support.

Place the saw in the desired location. The base of the

saw has nine holes to mount the miter saw labeled A thru
J. Four smaller holes for "drywall" screws are labeled F,
G, H and J. Five holes for 5/16" bolts are labeled A, B, C,
D and E (see illustration). If the saw is to be used in one
location, fasten it to the work bench.

NOTE: When mounted on a large flat surface, the miter saw

table is 3-1/2" high. A finished 4 x 4 or a supported 2 x 4 on
edge can be used as work support extension.

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Mounting The Miter Saw (continued)
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Portable Applications Leg Set Applications
Plywood mount helps protect saw from damage during To mount saws to below mentioned leg set, use three
the rough handling associated with portable miter saw holes marked A, B, and C. Attach with hardware shown,
usage. through legset holes indicated by "°" (below).
To mount the saw to a 3/4" piece of plywood, use the
three, 5/16 bolt holes A, B and C or` the four 5/16 bolt
holes A, B, D and E or the four drywall screw holes. The
mounting board can then be clamped down to prevent it
from tipping.
Work Bench Applications
Mount as specified in portable applications. Check for
workpiece clearances to left and right of saw.

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Safety Instructions for Basic Saw Operations
Before Each Use
Inspect your saw. caring DON'T put lubricants on the blade while its spin-
Disconnect The Miter Saw. To avoid injury from acci- ning,
dental starting, unplug the saw, before changing the Remove Adjusting Keys And Wrenches from tool
setup, changing the blade or adjusting anything. before turning it on
Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to To avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces:
the direction arrow on blade. The blade teeth should • Use Only Recommended Accessories. (See
always point downward at the front of the saw. "Accessory" section within.) Consult this Owner's man-
Tighten the arbor screw. ual for recommended accessories. Follow the instruc-
tions that come with the accessories, The use of
Tighten the cover plate stop screw.
improper accessories may cause risk of injury to per-
Check Damaged Parts. Check for: sons.
• Proper alignment of moving pads, • Choose the right 8-1/4 inch diameter blade for the
• Damaged electric cords, material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
• Binding of moving pads, • Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and prop-
• Broken parts, erly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push lhe power-
head all the way down. Hand spin the blade and check
• Stable mounting
for clearance. Tilt the power-head to 45 degree bevel
• Function of arm return spring and lower guard: Push
and repeal the check. If the blade hits anything, make
the arm all the way down, then let it rise up until it the adjustments shown in the Maintaining Maximum
stops by itself. Check the lower guard to see if it closed Cutting Capacity section.
fully. If it did not. follow the instructions in the "Trouble • Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean
Shooting" section.
• Make sure the collars' recessed sides are facing the
• Smooth, solid movement of sliding assmbly. blade,
• Other conditions that may affect the way the miter saw • Using 1/4" hex end of combination wrench (supplied)
works. or !/2-inch box end wrench, make sure the arbor
If any part of this miter saw if missing, bent, or broken in screw is firmly hand lightened.
any way, or any electrical parts don't work, turn the saw • Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is
off and unplug it Replace damaged, missing, or failed no excessive play in any parts.
parts before using the saw again. Keep work area clean. Clullered areas and benches
Keep Guards In Place, in working order, and in proper invite accidents. Floor musl not be slippery
adjustment. To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the miter
Maintain Tools With Care. Keep the miter saw clean for saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases.
best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubri-

Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears

Know your miter saw. Read and understand the Dress for safety.
owner's manual and labels affixed to the tool, Learn its Any power miter saw can throw foreign objects into the
application and limitations as well as the specific poten eyes. This can result in permanent eye damage. Wear
lial hazards peculiar to this tool. safety goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Z87.1
To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts, (shown on package), Everyday eyeglasses have only
don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the miter saw impact resistant lenses They are not safety glasses
while any parts are moving. Safety goggles are available at Sears retail stores
Avoid Accidental Starting. Make sure switch is "OFF" Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1
before plugging miter saw into a power outlet.
could seriously hurt you when they break.
Plan your work.
WEAFI YOUR

Use The Right Tool. Don't force tool or attachment to do

a job it was not designed to do. Use a different tool for
any workpiece that can't be held in a solidly braced, fixed
)osition.

CAUTION: Because of the sliding action of this

saw, this machine is not designed for cutting met- • Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry
als. Use this miter saw to cut only wood, and wood (rings, wrist watches) They can get caught and draw
like products. Other materials may shatter, bind on you into moving pads.
the blade, start fires or create other dangers. * Wear nonslip footwear.
- Tie back long hair.

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 • Rolllongsleevesabovetheelbow. and its supports.
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• Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possible hearing - Make sure no gaps between the workpiece, fence
damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using miter and table will let the workpiece shift after it is cut in
saw for hours at a time. two.

• For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with • Cut only one workpiece at a time.
safety goggles. • Keep the cut off piece free to move sideways after it's
Inspect your workpiece. cut off. Otherwise, it could get wedged against the
• Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the blade and thrown violently
part of the workpiece to be cut. • Clear everything except the workpiece and related
Plan your work to avoid thrown pieces, when the support devises off the table before turning the miter
w0rkpiece binds on the blade and is torn from your saw on.

hands. • Secure Work. Use clamps or a vise to help hold the

Plan how you will make the cut. Always: work when it's practical.
• Make sure the blade is not spinning. Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward
• Raise the blade. workpieces:

• Slide the saw out above the lronl edge of the work- ° Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks, etc.)
piece before starting saw, and for any workpieces large enough to tip when not held
down to the table top.
• Push the sawblade down on top of the wood and back
toward the rear of the saw to make the cut. • Never use another person as a substitute for a table
extension, or as additional support for a workpiece that
is longer or wider than the basic miter saw table or to
cut. The blade can suddenly climb up on top of the help feed, support or pull the work'piece.
I DANGER: NEVER pull the saw toward you during a
workpiece and force itself toward you. • Do not use this saw to cut pieces too small to let you
Plan how you will hold the workpiece from start to easily hold the work while you keep the thumb side of
finish: your index (pointer) finger against the outside edge of
the fence.
• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a
sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into • When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your
the blade. work so it will not slip and pinch the blade and be tom
• Don't Overreach. Keep good footing and balance. from your hands. A piece of molding, for example,
• Keep your face and body to one side of sawblade, out must lie flat or be he!d by a fixture or jig that will not let
of line wilh a possible throwback. it twist, rock or slip while being cut.
• Never cut Freehand: • Properly support round material such as dowel rods, or
tubing. They have a tendency to roll while being cut,
- Brace your workpiece solidly against the fence and
table top so it will not rock or twist during the cut. causing the blade to "bite." To avoid this, always use a
fixture designed to properly hold your workpiece.
- Make sure there's no debris between the workpiece

Whenever Saw Is Running

WARNING: Don't allow familiarity (gained from fre- Don't Force Tool. It will do the job better and safer at its
quent use of your miter saw) cause a careless mis- designed rate. Feed the saw into the workpiece only fast
take. A careless fraction of a second is enough to enough to let the blade cut without bogging down or binding.
cause a severe injury. Before freeing jammed material:
Before starting your cut, watch the miter saw while it • Turn miter saw "OFF" by releasing trigger switch.
runs. If it makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates a lot, stop • Wait for all moving parts to stop.
immediately. Turn the saw off. Unplug the saw. Do not • Unplug the miter saw.
restart until finding and correcting the problem. After finishing a cut:
Keep Children Away, Keep all visitors a safe distance • Keep holding the power head down.
from the miter saw. Make sure bystanders are clear of • Release the switch, keeping the powerhead down and
the miter saw and workpiece. wait for all moving parts to stop before moving your
Never confine the piece being cut off. Never hold it, hands.
clamp it, touch it, or use length stops against it while the • If blade doesn't stop within 6 seconds, unplug the saw
blade is spinning. It must be free to move sideways on its and follow the instructions in the Trouble Shooting sec-
own. If confined, it could get wedged against the blade tion for fixing the blade brake before using the saw
and be thrown violently. again.

Let the blade reach full speed before cutting. This will
help avoid thrown workpieces.

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Safety Instructions for Basic Saw Operations (continued)-----
Before Leaving The Saw:
Never Leave Tool Running Unattended. Turn power Make Workshop Child-proof, Lock the shop. Discon-
off. Wait for all moving parts to stop. nect master switches. Store tool away from children and
others not qualified to use the tool.

Basic Saw Operations

Making Common Slide Compound Cuts
There are two types of cuts that can be made with the
slide compound miter saw; WARNING: For your convenient use, your saw has
1. Chop Cutting a blade brake. The brake is not a safety device.
a. The carriage lock knob is tightened and the saw Never rely on it to replace proper use of the guard
handle is pushed down to cut through the work- on your saw. If the blade does not stop within 6
piece. seconds, unplug the saw and follow the instruc-
tions in the Trouble Shooting section for fixing the
b. This type of cut is used mainly for narrow pieces.
brake before using saw again.
2. Slide Cutting
a. The carriage lock knob is left loose, the cutting head WARNING: Do not try to cut short pieces. You can-
is pulled towards the operator, the sawblade is low- not properly support the workpiece and keep your
ered into the workpiece and then pushed to the rear hold down hand the required distance from the
blade.
of the saw to complete the cut.
b. Used for cutting wide pieces.

Chop Cutting
90 ° Crosscut
1. Slide the cutting head to the rear as far as it will go.
2. Lock carriage lock knob.
3. Position workpiece on table and against fence.
4. Turn on saw and lower blade into workpiece.
5. After cut is complete turn off saw, allow blade to stop
rotating before allowing cutting head to rise up.

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 Slide Cutting I
Plan your work to avoid the spinning blade and keep
the workpiece from binding on the blade and flying
Push Down
out of your hands.

DANGER: Never pull the saw toward you during a

cut. The blade can suddenly climb up on top of the
workpiece and force itself toward you.
DANGER: Never lower the saw completely in front
of the workpiece and then cut only on the forward
push. The upward moving rear portion of the blade
could twist the workpiece from your grasp.
Workpieces up to 12" wide and 2-1/2" thick can be cut fol-
lowing the directions below:
1. Put wood against fence.
2. Loosen the carriage lock knob.
3. Grasp the saw handle and pull the carriage until the
arbor (center of sawblade) is over the front edge of the
workpiece. Slide Back

4. Switch on the saw and allow to come to full speed.

5. Push the saw handle all the way down and cut through
the leading edge of the workpiece.
6. Gently push the saw handle towards the fence com-
pleting the cut.
7. Push power head to full rear position after each cut.
8. Turn motor off and allow blade to come to a complete
stop before moving hands.
9. Allow culling head to rise up by itself.

Body and Hand Position

Proper positioning of your body and hands when operat-
ing the miter saw will make cutting easier and safer.
Never place hands near cutting area. Place hand so that
all pads are at least 4 '_from path of blade. Hold work-
piece firmly to the fence and table to prevent movement
toward the blade. Keep hands in position until trigger
has been released and the blade has completely
stopped. Before making a cut, make a "dry run" with the
power off so you can see the path of the blade.

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Basic Saw Operations (continued)
Miter Cut
When a miter cut is required, move the saw to the
desired angle. Move with the handle to the miter angle to
make the cut.
There are settings on the miter scale for angles
(degrees), crown molding and rafter slope(s).
NOTE: Remember to loosen the miter lock handle before
changing the miter angle.

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Move Feet
with
Miter Angle

Bevel Cut
When a bevel cut is required. Loosen bevel lock knob.
Tilt the blade to desired bevel angle. Lock the bevel lock
knob. Stand to the left side of the handle to make the cut.

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Compound Cut
When a compound cut is required, select the desired
bevel and miter positions. Move with the handle to the
miter angle to make the cut.
Crown molding settings are specially marked on miter
and bevel scales.

Cutting Bowed Material

Before cutting a workpiece, check to make sure it is not
bowed. If it is bowed the workpiece must be positioned
and cut as illustrated.

WARNING: Do not position workpiece incorrectly

or try to cut the workpiece without the support of
Correct
the fence. This will cause pinching of the work-
piece on, the blade. The workpiece could suddenly
j_Jmp or move and your hand could hit the blade.

Incorrect

Hold Down Clamp Installation

Clamp
The hold down clamp is used to help hold the workpiece
Casting
in the correct cutting position. It may be used on eilher
the left side of the miter saw or the fight side. Before turn-
ing the saw on make sure the hold down clamp does not Clamp
interfere with the culling action of the saw. Support
1. Insert grooved end of clamp support shaft into boss in aft
rear of fence. Tighten pan head screw so it bottoms in
the shaft groove.
Groove
2. Slip clamp casting over clamp support shaft and
tighten wing screw onto shaft at the aesired location

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Basic Saw Operations (continued)
Hold Down Clamp Usage
WARNING: Avoid thrown workpieces. Avoid bind-
ing the work against the blade:

-Always hold or clamp your work down to the

saw.
-Do not hold or clamp the workpiece on both
sides of the blade. The blade can throw a cut off Workpiece
piece if you confine the workpiece on both sides be cut off
of the blade.
- Read and follow the instructions in the remainder
of your saw's owners manual.
- This accessory was designed to make your miter
saw operations more convenient. Read and
understand these instructions completely before
use.

-Always perform dry runs. Make sure the saw is

unplugged. Completely set up your saw. Pull the
blade and power head through the full range of 2. Perform a dry run with the saw unplugged.: After you
motion to check for interference. The clamp can believe that the saw is completely set up, pull the
be used in a left or right configuration. Make sure power head down as il you were making an actual cut.
that your blade, saw guard or motor does not Check for interferences and for potentially dangerous
interfere with the clamp. Correct any interference situations. Adjust the set up so that a safe operation
before use. can be completed.

-Always tighten the clamp so that the workpiece 3. Complete the cut as instructed in the remainder of you
is secured between the clamp and fence, support miter saw owners manual.
or base. No visible gap should be present IMPORTANT: To help perform the safest and most pre-
between saw and wood. cise miter saw cut. make the cut and then release the
power switch. Hold the power head down and keep your
NOTE: The clamp can be used only in a vertical position.
hands in place until the blade stops rolating. Then raise
1. Place material to be cut on table of miter saw. Secure
the power head and remove workpiece from work table.
workpiece to the fence and table by turning knob to
tighten clamp. Do not overtighten the clamp. It should
just lightly hold the wood against the lence and table.

Workpiece Support
Long pieces need extra supports. The supports should
be placed along the workpiece so the workpiece does not
sag and your hand holding the workpiece is positioned 4"
or more from the blade path. The support should let the
workpiece lay flat on the base and work table during the
cutting operation.
NOTE: When mounted on a large flat sudace, the miter
saw table is 3 1/2" high. A finished 4x4 or a supported
2x4 on edge can be used as work support extension.

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Rough Cutting A Dado Cut These Grooves
By using the depth adjustment knob it is possible to With Saw
rough cut a dado as shown. After the two outside cuts
have been completed the inside material (represented
by slanted lines) is removed with a chisel.
1. Set the depth of cut by loosening the stop knob on the
depth adjustment bolt. Do not change the position of
the two (2) jam nuts on the end of the bolt.
Use a Chisel to
2. Turn the depth adjustment bolt to the correct setting. Workpiece
Cutout the Middle
3. Tighten the stop knob,
4. Cut the two outside grooves.
5. Use a wood chisel to remove the material between the
outside grooves.
NOTE: Because of the sawblades cutting arc material at
the beginning or end of the cut(s) may have to be
removed with a chisel.

Helpful Hints When Cutting Compound

Miters
Tips for Cutting Compound Miters on Picture Frames
and Boxes
A compound miter is a cut usually requiring .both a miter
setting and bevel setting. A compound miter is used for
making frames or boxes that have sloping sides and are
wide at one end and narrow at the opposite end. Com-
pound miters are "tricky" to make because the miter set-
ling and bevel setting are directly related to each other. Compound Cut Box
Every time the miter setting is changed the bevel setting
must also be adjusted; likewise every adjustment to
bevel requires a corresponding adjustment to miter.
Because it may take several tries to obtain the desired
angle, it is advisable to make test cuts on a scrap piece
of material,
Tips for Cutting Moldings
A compound miter saw is also excellent for cutting mold-
ing. Molding is sometimes difficult because in order to fit
correctly it must be precisely cut.

Cutting Base Moldings

Base moldings and many other moldings can be cut on a F
miter saw. The set up of the saw depends on your mold- e
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Basic Saw Operations (continued)
Cutting Crown Moldings
Plan Ahead so that you are not tempted to reach across Inside
_aw blade to steady newly severed workpiece. Corner
Crown Moldings can be cut using two methods, work-
piece standing up (as it would be mounted on wall) and
workpiece lying flat on table (see chart and illustration).
Most Standard (U.S.) crown molding has a top rear angle
Outside
(angle that fits next to ceiling) of 52 ° and a bottom rear Corner
angle (angle that fits against wall) of 38 ° .
1. Workpiece standing up, usually cut inverted from
ceiling mounted orientation. Fixturing: Optional fence Compound Cut Crown Moldings
mounted crown molding jigs which locate workpiece.
See recommended accessories. (Table clamp is help-
ful). Hand is holding workpiece to fence when the cuts F
are made. All cuts are made at 0 ° bevel setting and
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45 ° miter (see illustration).
NOTE: The slide mechanism and the blade diameter of c
the 8-1/4 slide compound miter saw limit the capacity of e
cutting a particular application. Always perform a dry run
cut so you can determine if the operation being
attempted is possible before power is applied to the saw. Miter Saw Table I
Larger pieces may be cut using method 2. 1. Workpiece Standing Up
(Saw at 0 ° Bevel, 45 ° Miter)
2. Workpiece lying flat for compound cut (see chart and
illustration).
Miter and Bevel Settings for Standard Crown Molding
Lying Flat on Miter Saw Table.

Bevel Miter
Setting Setting Type Of Cut

Left Side, Inside Corner

33.8 ° 31.6 ° 1. Position top molding against
Right fence.
2. Left side is finished piece.
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Right Side, Inside Corner
33.8° 31.6 ° 1. Position bottom of molding el
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Left against fence.
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2. Left side is finished piece.
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Left Side, Outside Comer
33.8 ° 31.6 ° 1. Position bottom of molding
Left against fence.
2. Right side is finished piece.
Right Side, Outside Comer 2. Workpiece Lying Flat
33.8 ° 31.6 ° 1. Position top of molding (See Chart for Bevel and Miter Settings)
Right against fence.
2. Right side is finished piece.

NOTE: On all above cuts lay molding with broad back

surface flat on table.
Pretesting Compound Settings On Scrap Material Is
Extremely Important!
NOTE: The above angles assume that the constructed
wall corner is exactly 90 °. In typical construction, this is
not always the case. Measure wall and make necessary
adjustments to cutting angles.

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Maintenance and Lubrication
Maintenance Sawdust
Periodically, sawdust will accumulate under the work
DANGER: Never put lubricants on the blade while
table and base. This could cause difficulty in the move-
it is spinning.
ment of the work table when setting up a miter cut. Fre-
WARNING: To avoid injury from unexpected start- quently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust.
ing or electrical shock, unplug the power cord WARNING: If blowing sawdust, wear proper eye
before working on the saw. protection to keep debris from blowing into eyes.
WARNING: For your safety, this saw is double Lubrication
insulated. To avoid electrical shock, fire or injury,
All the motor bearings in this tool are lubricated with a
use only parts identical to those identified in the
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the
parts list. Reassemble exactly as original assem-
unit under normal operating conditions, therefore, no fur-
bly to avoid electrical shock.
ther lubrication is required (see below).
Replacing Carbon Brushes Infrequent Lubrication as Required:
The carbon brushes furnished will last approximately 50 Slide tubes: Squirt automotive type oil directly on tubes. It
hours of running time or 10,000 on/off cycles. Replace will be picked up and dispersed by built-in felt wicks.
both carbon brushes when either has less than 1/4" Chop pivot: Apply spray lubricant to main torsion
length of carbon remaining. To inspect or replace spring. Light machine oil or aerosol will penetrate from
brushes, first unplug the saw. Then remove the black ends and junction points. Qualilied service technician can
plastic cap on the side of the motor (caution, this cap is remove pivot upstop to relieve spring tension, and 2 met-
spring loaded by the brush assembly). Then pull out the ric set screws holding shaft in order to drive shaft about
brush. Repeat for the other side. To reassemble reverse 3/4" right. Exposed surfaces are lubricated with automo-
the procedure. The ears on the metal end of the brush tive type oil.
assembly go in the same hole the carbon part fits into. Central pivot of plastic guard: Use light household oil
Tighten the cap snugly but do not overtighten. (sewing machine oil) on metal-to-metal or metal-to-plas-
NOTE: To reinstall the same brushes, first make sure the tic guard contact areas as required for smooth, quiet
brushes go back in the way they came out. This will avoid operation. Avoid excess oil, to which sawdust will cling.
a break-in period that reduces motor performance and Bevel Lock Handle: Unscrew handle assembly and
increases wear.
grease the threads.
Lower Blade Guard Link: (Which actuates lower guard movement) may be
oiled at rear pivot, greased at ball-bearing contact, and
Do not use the saw without the lower guard. The lower
blade guard is attached to the saw for your protection. oiled where link actuates acetal roller of lower guard
Should the lower guard become damaged, do not use the if down chop motion is hard to start.
saw until damaged guard has been replaced. Develop a
regular check to make sure the lower guard is working
properly. Clean the lower guard of any dust or build up
with a damp cloth.

CAUTION: Do not use solvents onthe guard. They ]

could make the plastic "cloudy" and brittle. I
WARNING: When cleaning lower guard unplug the I
saw from the outlet to avoid unexpected start-up. I

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Sears Recommends the Following Accessories
Recommended Accessories Prohibited Accessories

WARNING: To avoid injury from unsafe accesso- I WARNING: The use of any cutting tool except 8-1!4"
ries, use only accessories
mended accessories
shown on the recom-
list in this manual. I saw blades which meet the requirement under rec-
ommended accessories is prohibited. Do not use
accessories such as shaper cutters or dado sets.
Leg Set ................................................................ 9-22246
Metal cutting and the use of abrasive wheels is pro-
Dust bag .............................................................. 9-23467
hibited.
Clamp Accessory ................................................. 9-29000
Extension Accessory ........................................... 9-29001
Crown Molding Accessory ................................... 9-29002
Sawdust Collection Hose ..................................... 9-17866
Basic Blade Requirements
8-1/4" Diameter
Blades marked !or 5,500 RPM or higher.
5/8" Arbor Hole
Recommended for Miter Saws

Carbide Tipped Sawblades

WARNING: Read warnings and conditions on your

carbide sawblade.
Do not operate saw without proper sawblade
guard in place. Carbide is a very hard but brittle
material. Care should be taken while mounting,
using and storing carbide blades to prevent acci-
dental damage. Slight shocks, such as striking tip
during handling, can seriously damage the blade.
Foreign objects in the workpiece, such as wire or
nails can also cause tips to crack or break off.
Never use blade on saw that will exceed maximum
recommended blade R.P.M. Always wear proper
eye protection which complies with current ANSI
standard Z87.1 when using any power tool. Before
using, always: visually examine blade and tips for
bent blade, cracks, breakage, missing or loose
tips; or other damage. Do not use if damage is sus-
pected. Mount blade securely in proper rotation
direction. Failure to heed all safety instructions
and warnings regarding use of this product can
result in serious bodily injury.

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Troubleshooting Guide
Motor

problem Probable Cause Suggested Corrective Action

Brake does not stop 1. Brushes not seated or - Inspect/clean/replace brushes. See "Maintenance"
blade within 6 seconds lightly sticking section
2. Motor brake winding - Use only recommended blades/accessories
overheated from use of - Let motor cool down
prohibited blade/acces-
sory or rapid on/off
cycling
3. Arbor screw loose - Retighten
4. Other - Get authorized Sears service. See "Troubleshooting
of brake" section

Motor does not start 1. Fuse - 15 amp time delay fuse, or circuit breaker
2. Brushes worn - See "Maintenance" seclion
3. Other - Get authorized Sears service

Brush sparking when 1. Normal - automatic brake - None

switch released working properly

General

Problem Probable Cause Suggested Corrective Action

Blade hits table 1. Adjustment of deplh stop - See "Alignment" section

Angle of cut not accurate 1. Misalignment - See "Alignment" section

Can't adjust miter angles 1. Center bolt too tight - Adjust

2. Lubrication dried up - Clean and relubricate between table and base, see
"Maintenance" section
- Wear Eye Protection

Power head wobbles 1. Loose pivot points - See Bevel Pivot Adjustment in "Alignment" section

Power head won't fully 1. Lubrication needed - See "Lubrication" section

rise or blade guard won't 2. Part failure - Get authorized Sears Service
fully close 3. Pivot spring or guard - Get authorized Sears Service
spring not replaced prop-
erly after service
4. Sawdust sticking to slops - Inspect/clean stops

Blade binds, jams, burns 1. Improper operation - See "Basic Saw Operation" section
wood 2. Dull blade - Replace or sharpen blade
Rough cuts 3. Improper blade - Replace with 8 1/4" diameter blade designed for
the material being cut
4. Warped blade - Replace blade

Tool vibrates or shakes 1. Sawblade not round - Replace blade

2. Sawblade damaged - Replace blade
3. Sawblade loose - Tighten arbor screw
4. Other - Get authorized Sears Service

Power head hard to pull/ 1. Lube needed See "Lubrication" section

push down

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Wiring Diagram
|
WARNING: For your safety, this saw is double
insulated. To avoid electrical shock, fire or injury,
use only parts identical to those identified in the
parts list. Reassemble exactly as original assem-
bly to avoid electrical shock.

_41_ fp-

(Red) Field Lead

(White) Field Lead. _L._T__

(Gray) Brake Lead

'i
White

Polarized

(iide) Blade
/
N.O.

Yellow
Lock Off Button
Locator Black

Trouble Shooting Of Brake By Qualified 4. Check brake circuit for continuity: remove brush caps
and brushes. Use ohmmeter to check continuity from
Service Person Only.
brass brush holder to brush holder. If open, locate
1. Check commutation at no load If there is a heavy
exact place using ohmmeter. As indicated by test,
sparking which follows the curvature of the commuta tighten connection or replace field assembly or replace
tor: replace the armature. switch.
2. To continue trouble shooting, now unplug the power 5. After repair, check direction of blade rotation vs. guard
cord. arrow.
3. Install service brushes, especially if delayed come-in of
brake has been noticed before failure.

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Notes

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Repair Parts
Parts List For Craftsman 8-1/4" Slide Compound Miter Saw
Model No. 113.234940

Figure 1

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 Repair Parts
Parts List For Craftsman 8-1/4" Slide Compound Miter Saw
Model No. 113.234940

Figure 1

Always order by part number- not by key number

Key Part No. Description Key

No. No. Part No. Description

1 819179 Washer, Spring 24 820649 Spring, Detent

2 805561-4 _lLWasher, .505 x 13/16 x 1/32 25 824322 Base w/Scale
3 818656 Nut, Lock M12 x 1.75 26 823335 Grommet Wrench
4 -- See Figure 3 27 823492 Wrench Hex 1/4
5 820628 Spring, Tension 28 820638 Extension
6 820627 Spacer, Tubular Support 29 817694-1 Screw, Pan Cross M6 x 1-15
7 820646 Shall, Bevel 30 820624 Fence (Includes Key #33)
8 813249-156 Pin, Roll 6 x 30 31 818470-1 Screw, Flat Hd. M5 x 0.8-10
9 STD835025 * Screw. Hex M8 x 1.25-25 32 824219 Guard, Fence Danger
10 STD840812 * Nut, M8 x 1.25 33 808277-9 Screw Pan Hd 10-32 x 5/8
11 STD833030 * Screw, hex M8 x 125-32 34 820732 Washer, Flat M8.5 x 16 x 1.2
12 820647 _IL Bolt. Shoulder 35 !41594-17 Screw, Soc. Cap 5/16-18 x 1
13 820623 Indicator, Bevel 36 820706 Clamp Work
14 821389-1 Screw, Pan M5 x 0.8-10 37 820626 Shaft
15 824207 Table 38 STD851010 * Washer, Flat MI0 x 19 x 1.8
16 823299 Knob, Muter Lock 39 STD852010 * Lockwasher, Split-Ring M10
17 820641 Rod 4O 820717 Bolt, Special M10 x 1.5
18 824208 Indicator, Miler 41 820714 Handle, Lock
19 820643 Shoe, Spring 42 820715 Spring, Compression
20 820642 Guide, Rod 43 820716 Screw, Socket 3ram
21 813313 Screw, Pan M5 x 0.8-8 44 See Figure 2
22 824221 Shoe Nylon SP6005 Owners Manual (Not Illustrated)
23 818677 Ball, Index

* Standard hardware item - may be purchased locally

I_. WARNING: These items are important to the safety of this tool. Do not substitute common parts.I
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Repair Parts
Parts List For Craftsman 8-1/4" Slide Compound Miter Saw
Model No. 113.234940

Figure 2 - Arm Assembly

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Repair Parts
Parts List For Craftsman 8-1/4" Slide Compound Miter Saw
Model No. 113,234940
Figure 2

Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number

Key I
Part No. Description Key Part No. Description
No.
No. [
1 824213 Plug Brass 13 820652 Pin-Latch
2 820989 Spring, Compression 14 820653 Spring Latch
3 824212 Knob M8 x 1.25-15 15 820654 Knob, Latch
4 STD840812 Nut, M8 x 1.25 16 813249-82 Pin. Roll 3 x 20
5 818471-7 Screw. Set M8 x 1.25-16 17 820629 Screw, Stop
6 820664 Block, Sliding 18 820651 Pivot, Support (Includes Key
7 820663 Washer, Felt 26 x 40 x 4 No. 21)
8 820665 Plate, Retaining 19 820667 Bumper, Rubber
9 813313 Screw, Pan Cross M5 x 0.8-8 20 824210 Pivot w/Scale and Linear Bearings
lO 820236-8 Nut, Jam M10 x 1.5 21 813249-158 Pin, Roll 6 x 40
11 824214 Knob M10 22 813313-1 Screw. Pan M6 x 0.8-10
12 820655 Screw, Soc Hd. MIO x 1.5-65 23 820633 Clamp, Cord
* Standard hardware item - may be purchased locally.

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 Repair Parts
Parts List For Craftsman 8-1/4" Slide Compound Miter Saw Model No. 113.234940
Figure 3
Always order by part number - Not by key number

o Description I<'v..e_ Part No. Description

No.

Elbow, Dust 24 820729 Link (Includes Key No. 37)

2 818471-3 _l'k Screw, Set M6x 1.0-16 25 821875-2 Screw, Shoulder M6
3 820704 ,_, Cord w/Plug Guard 26 821063-1 Washer M8 x 16 x 0.5
4 816668 Cushion 27 820238-5 Washer 6.5 x 13 x 0.8mm
5 816755-2 Screw, Pan M5 x 0.8-15 28 817449-1 Nut, Lock M6 x 1.0
6 820698 ZIL Brush 29 820732-2 Washer 5.5 x 16 x 0.8mm
820699 Cap, Brush 30 821873 _'_ Screw, Shoulder
46-57509-3 * Screw, Pan M4 x 0.7-26 31 STD551010 * Washer 13/64 x 1/2 x 1/16
82O693 Motor & Arm Assembly 32 820726 ,_ Retainer, Guard
820696 Lock. Arbor 33 820727 1: Guard. Lower (Includes Key No. 37)
820697 Spring, Arbor Lock 34 816677 :1:Spring, Guard (Includes Key No. 37)
2 820632-1 Retaining Ring E5 35 821878 Screw, Shoulder
1 508203 Switch (Includes Key No. 14) 36 821859 Sleeve, Rubber
4 818786 Button, Lock 37 STD511105 * Screw, Pan Cross No. 10-32 x 1/2
1 820705 Handle, LH. 38 60012 _. Nut, Lock 10-32
¢,a
6 STD840407 * Nut Hex M4 x 0.7 39 821875-1 A Screw, Shoulder
1 818671 Blade Collar 40 824215 Bearing, Iron
18 825615 Blade, 8-1/4 40 Tooth 41 820238-2 ,_Washer M6 x 12x 1.6
t9 807759 _IL Blade. Washer (Includes Key No. 17 & 20) 42 817357-1 Screw, Pan M4 x 12
20 823351 _1, Screw, Hex L.H. M8 x 1.25-20 43 818670 Clamp Cord
21 820724 ,_. Screw, Shoulder M5 x 0.8 (Includes Key No. 37) 44 813315-2 Screw, Pan M8 x 1.25 15
22 820732-1 _. Washer 7.5 x 16 x 0.6mm 45 STD852008 * Lockwasher M8
23 82O725 _, Spacer 7 x 10 x 4 (Includes Key No. 37) 46 820736 Guard, Upper

* Standard hardware item - may be purchased locally

:J:CAUTION: See Mechanical Assembly Caution below. ]
WARNING: These items are important to the safety of this tool. Do not substitute common parts. I
• WARNING: Uncontrolled spring release or misinstallation of these parts may create a Hazard unless repair is done by a qualified service technician,
Repair service is available at your nearest Sears store.
CAUTION: Mechanical assembly, to qualified service technician.
1. Wear approved eye protection when working with coil springs including spring, arbor lock 820697.
2. Incorrect reassembly of torsion spring 820628 can cause an unsafe condition because cutting head fails to rise fully to stop, or because spring fails
through overstress.
3. Improper reassembly of mechanisms controlling movement of lower guard 620727 can cause an unsafe condition because guard fails to operate
freely as cutting head is moved up and down or because, with cutting head up, manually rotated guard is not (lightly) restored to the closed position
by guard spring 816677.
To prevent switch damage when removing leads: See wiring diagram (text) on page 28
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SEARS 8-1/4 INCH SLIDE

COMPOUND MITER SAW
owner's
manual

For the repair or replacement parts you need

Call 7 am 7 pm, 7 days a week
1-800-366-PART
(1-800-366-7278)
MODEL NO.
113.234940
For in-home major brand repair service
OWl24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-4-REPAIR
(1-800-473-7247)

The model number of your 8-1/4

inch Slide Compound Miter Saw For the location of a
will be found on a plate attached
Sears Repair Service Center in yourarea
to your saw, at the back of the
(;all 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Miter Saw base.
1-800-488-1222

When requesting service or

ordering pads, always provide For informationon purchasinga Sears
the following information: Maintenance Agreementor to inquire
about an existing Agreement
• Product Type
Call g am - 5 pro, Monday-Saturday
• Model Number
1-800-827-6655
• Pad Number
• Part Description
SEARS

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