Instructions:Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw

Purpose

The miter saw can cut across material, with the ability to tilt in two axes and slide back and forth for deep cuts.

Safety

Do:

• Use clamps and fixtures for small or awkward workpieces
• Use the appropriate throat plate so that material does not become trapped (zero clearance between blade and throat plate)
• Lock the miter slider when cutting across small workpieces
• Use an appropriate blade for the task

Do not:

• Cut wood thin into slices that are small enough to fall between blade and clearance slot edges (thinner than ¼”)
• Put hands in the “no hands zone” indicated by stickers on the base
• Stand directly behind the blade when cutting
• Use the zero-clearance plate for anything other than 90 degree (straight up and down/perpendicular) cuts

Emergency Stop

Releasing the trigger will apply the brake to the saw and stop the blade.

Operating Procedure

1. Ensure correct throat plate is installed:
   1. Zero clearance MDF plate for 90 degree (no bevel or miter) cuts
   2. Factory throat plate for bevel cuts (anything other than 90 degrees)
2. Check under the throat plate for trapped debris.
3. Hold the workpiece securely against the fence. If the workpiece is too small or oddly shaped to hold safely, use clamps to secure it to the fence.
4. Press and hold the trigger and safety interlock.
5. Pull the saw towards the operator and lower the blade.
6. Using consistent speed and pressure, push the blade into the workpiece.
7. At the end of the cut with the blade still lowered, release the trigger and wait for the blade to stop.
8. Lift the blade and remove the workpiece.

Blade Change

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Shutdown and Housekeeping

• All workpieces and fixtures have been removed from the table
• Dust extractor tube has been removed and checked for debris/clogs
• Throat plate has been checked for trapped debris that could be launched at the next user (use a flashlight to check under throat plate, remove plate for cleaning if necessary)
• Table, fence, handles have been wiped with brush
• Floor around miter saw, band saw, table saw has been swept