Finally, use the special wing screw to secure the inside lower guard in position as shown in Figure 1. Test the lower guard for free operation by hand. The mitre clamp knob should now be threaded loosely into the pivot arm. Extension Cord When using the tool at a considerable distance from the power source, an extension cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating. Use the table below to determine minimum wire size required. Before using cords, inspect them for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation. Make any needed repairs or replacement before using your power tool. CHART FOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE (AWG)^OF EXTENSION CORDS TOTAL EXTENSION CORD LENGTH - FEET 7.6m 15.2m 23m 30m 120 Volt Tools 1 6AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG NOTE: The lower the wire size number, the heavier the wire, and the farther it will carry current without a significant voltage drop. CAUTION: Do not connect unit to electrical power source until complete instructions are read and understood. 4 Control Locations and Functions A. OPERATING HANDLE - Used while cutting. B. TRIGGER SWITCH — Squeeze and hold to cut, may be padlocked. (See Fig. 3) C. MITRE LATCH (See Fig. 1) — Accurately locates 0®, 22-1/2° left and right and 45® left and right, push downward to select mitre angle. D. MITRE CLAMP KNOB — Tighten lightly to maintain desired mitre angle. E. PIVOT ARM — Rotate to select desired mitre angle. F. MITRE POINTER *— Indicates mitre angle. G. DUST SPOUT (See Fig. 2) - Orient to direct sawdust ejection. H. CARRYING LOCK (See Fig. 2) — Lower blade and push in to lock blade down, pull out to release. I. UPPER & LOWER GUARDS — Provide operator protection. J. BASE — Supports workpiece. K. ROTARY TABLE - Supports workpiece. L. FENCE — Hold material being cut against fence. M. ARBOR COLLAR (See Fig. 4) — Place blade between the bushing and collar with large diameter against blade. N. ARBOR NUT. (See Fig. 4) - Secures blade. TIGHTEN SECURELY. O, WING NUT — Secures upper guard — MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE GUARD IS PROPERLY POSITIONED OVER BOTH STUDS THEN TIGHTEN WING NUT SECURELY. P. WING SCREW — Secures lower inside guard. a KERF PLATE (See Fig. 1) Operating Instructions *\>°E R0TA% / WARNING / FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY READ / INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE / OPERATING ilTRE SAW I 1. Wear eye protection. I 2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. I 3. Do not operate saw without guards. 1 4. Do not perform any operation freehand. \ 5. Never reach around saw blade. \ 6. Shut off power and wait for saw blade \ to stop before servicing or adjusting à \ . mitre saw. / Observe and comply with the warning label affixed to the saw. Use common sense, think all operations through before starting, and be alert. TRIGGER LOCK (FIG, 3) A hole is provided in the trigger switch for use with an owner provided padlock to prevent unauthorized operation. You must use a padlock with a 13/64” (5mm) or smaller shank diameter. See Fig. 3 Blade Installation (Fig. 4) Blades are easily changed by following these step-by-step instructions: STEP 1: DISCONNECT POWER Remove the line cord plug from the receptacle. Place the plug in a location where someone will not plug it in by mistake. STEP 2: REMOVE GUARD Leave the saw motor in the up position. Remove the wing screw at the front of the guard adjacent to the operating handle and slide the inside lower guard forward and away. Remove the wing nut located on the top of the motor adjacent to the operating handle. Grasp the upper guard and raise it straight up and off the motor. STEP 3: REMOVE BLADE Carefully push downward on the operating handle to jam the blade teeth into a scrap piece of wood. Place the arbor wrench on the arbor nut and loosen the nut (left-hand threads). Remove the arbor nut, outer collar, and blade. It is not necessary to remove the inner arbor bushing. STEP 4: INSTALL BLADE Clean the mating faces of the arbor collar, bushing, and the blade to remove all dirt. Slide the blade onto the arbor shaft making certain that the blade marking indicates rotation in a clockwise direction when viewed from the end of the arbor shaft. Replace the arbor collar (larger diameter against blade) and the arbor nut. Tighten the arbor nut. STEP 5: REINSTALL GUARD Lower the guard assembly (allowing the lower outside guard to hang freely) over the blade. Install the guard over the threaded stud and the solid pin. CAUTION: MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE GUARD IS SEATED OVER BOTH THE PIN AND THE STUD. Replace the wing nut and tighten securely. Install the inside lower guard assembly by sliding the rear of the guard and attaching the other end to the upper guard pivot using the special wing screw. Test the lower guard for free operation by hand. CUTTING THE KERF (The “Kerf” is the slot remaining after the blade has made a cut.) A kerf will need to be cut in the kerf plate, but read the following instructions on cutting before proceeding to do this. A 1” x 6” ...