SLIDE COMPOUND
MITRE SAW
WITH
LSMS210A
LSMS250A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Code: LSMS210A & LSMS250A
Date:060926 Edition: 03
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Description of symbols
Introduction
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols.
These represent important information about the
product or instructions on its use.
Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy
your expectations. It has been manufactured under
stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior
performance criteria.
Wear hearing protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear breathing protection.
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,
and, with proper care, it will give you many years
of dependable service.
Double insulated for additional protection.
CAUTION. Carefully read through this entire Instruction
Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
Conforms to relevant standards for
electromagnetic compatibility.
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain
and operate.
Specifications
Nominal voltage:
Input power:
LSMS210A
LSMS250A
230-240Vac ~ 50Hz 230-240Vac ~ 50Hz
1600W
2400W
Environmental protection
No load speed:
Blade size:
5000min-1
5500min-1
Recycle unwanted materials instead
of disposing of them as waste. All tools,
hoses and packaging should be sorted,
taken to the local recycling centre and
disposed of in an environmentally safe way.
Ø210mm x Ø16mm Ø250mm x Ø16mm
bore
bore
Number of teeth:
Mitre angles:
24
24
0° to 52° left & right 0° to 52° left & right
WARNING. It may be more difficult to see the laser line
Bevel angles:
0° to 45° left
0° to 45° left
in conditions of bright sunshine and on certain surfaces.
Straight cut at 0° x 0°: 200mm x 60mm
Mitre cut at 45° x 0°: 140mm x 60mm
295mm x 83mm
205mm x 83mm
295mm x 43mm
Bevel cut at 0° x 45°: 200mm x 34mm
Compound mitre cut
at 45° x 45°:
140mm x 34mm
Double insulated
II
205mm x 43mm
Double insulated
II
Insulation class:
Laser class:
Laser wavelength:
Laser output power:
400-700nm
≤1mW
400-700nm
≤1mW
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Safety rules for laser lights
General safety instructions
The laser light/laser radiation used in the GMC REDEYE®
system is Class 2 with maximum 1mW and 400nm – 700nm
wavelengths. These lasers do not normally present an
optical hazard, although staring at the beam may cause
flash blindness.
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use
and service the machine have to be acquainted with this
Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.
Children and infirm people must not use this tool. Children
should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in
which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you
observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your
area. The same applies for general rules of occupational
health and safety.
WARNING. Do not stare directly at the laser beam.
A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam,
please observe all safety rules as follows;
• The laser shall be used and maintained in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Never aim the beam at any person or an object other
than the workpiece.
WARNING. When using power tools, basic safety
precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read
and heed the advice given in the additional important
safety instructions.
• The laser beam shall not be deliberately aimed at
personnel and shall be prevented from being directed
towards the eye of a person for longer than 0.25s.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not
possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction
and design:
• Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy
workpiece without reflective surfaces. I.e. wood or
rough coated surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny
reflective sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser
use as the reflective surface could direct the beam back
at the operator.
• Contact with the blade.
• Kickback of workpiece and parts of workpiece.
• Blade fracture.
• Do not change the laser light assembly with a different
type. Repairs must be carried out by the laser
manufacturer or an authorised agent.
• Catapulting of blade pieces.
• Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
• Harmful emissions of sawdust when the machine is
used in closed rooms. Always use supplementary dust
extraction where possible.
LASER LIGHT LASER RADIATION
Do not stare into beam.
Class 2 laser product.
Wave length: 650nm
Output power: ≤1mW
AS/NZS 2211.1:2004
• Do not use blades that are deformed or cracked.
• Always remove the plug from the mains socket before
making any adjustments or maintenance, including
changing the blade.
CAUTION. Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
To ensure safe operation of the mitre saw you must follow
these guidelines –
• Select the correct blade for the material to be cut.
Please refer to the relevant Australian standards, AS 2397
and AS/NZS2211 for more information on Lasers.
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• Do not use the saw to cut materials other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All visitors and
onlookers, especially children and infirm persons, should
be kept well away from where you are working. Do not
let others in the vicinity make contact with the tool or
extension cord.
• The mitre saw can be safely carried by the main handle
but only once it has been removed from the mains power
and secured in the locked down position.
4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools should be
locked up out of reach.
• Do not use the saw without the guards in position, in
good working order and properly maintained.
5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job better and
safer working at the rate for which it was designed.
• Ensure that the arm is properly secure when bevelling.
• Keep the floor area around the machine level, well
maintained and free of loose materials.
6. Use the correct tool for the job. Do not force small
tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a
heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose for
which it was not intended.
• Provide adequate lighting.
• Ensure that you are trained in the use, adjustment and
operation of the machine.
7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective
hair covering.
• Use correctly sharpened blades and observe the
maximum speed marked on the blade.
• Do not remove any cut-offs from the cutting area until the
guard is fully locked in place and the blade has come to rest.
• Ensure that the mitre saw is fixed to a bench wherever
possible.
8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs
should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also
required if the drilling operation creates dust.
• When cutting long pieces which extend well over the table
width ensure that the ends are adequately supported at
the same height as the saw table top. Supports should
be positioned in such a way to ensure that the workpiece
does not fall to the ground once the cut has been made.
A number of supports at regular intervals may be required
if the workpiece is extremely long.
9. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull the cord to
disconnect the tool from the power point. Keep the cord
away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
10. Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to hold
the workpiece. It is safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate the tool.
WARNING. When using power tools, basic safety
precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read
and heed the advice given in the additional important safety
instructions.
11. Do not overreach. Keep your footing secure and
balanced at all times.
12. Look after your tools. Keep tools sharp and clean for
better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
regarding lubrication and accessory changes. Inspect
tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorised service facility. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace them if
damaged. Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease.
1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered work
areas and benches invite accidents and injury.
2. Consider the environment in which you are working.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
the work area well lit. Do not expose power tools to rain.
Do not use power tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
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13. Disconnect idle tools. Switch off the power and
disconnect the plug from the power point before
servicing, when changing accessories and when the
tool is not in use.
Additional safety rules for mitre saws
WARNINGS. Before connecting a tool to a power source
(mains switch power point receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure
that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the
nameplate of the tool. A power source with a voltage greater
than that specified for the tool can result in serious injury to
the user, as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, do not
plug in the tool.
14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the
tool before switching on.
15. Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that the
switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the tool
to the power supply. Do not carry a plugged in tool with
your finger on the switch.
Using a power source with a voltage less than the
nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
Your tool is double insulated for additional protection against
a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool.
16. Use outdoor rated extension cords. When a tool
is used outdoors, use only extension cords that are
intended for outdoor use and are so marked.
Always remove the plug from the mains socket before
making any adjustments or maintenance, including
changing the blade.
17. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate a power tool when you are tired.
• When operating the saw, use safety equipment including
safety goggles or shield, ear protection, dust mask and
protective clothing including safety gloves.
18. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check
that there are no damaged parts. If a part is slightly
damaged, carefully determine if it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, proper mounting and any other conditions
that may affect the operation of the tool. A part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service facility, unless otherwise indicated in
this Instruction Manual.
• Ensure that there is adequate general or localised
lighting.
• Do not use the saw unless the guards are in place.
• Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry.
• Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this saw.
• Ensure that the operator is adequately trained in the use,
adjustment and operation of the machine.
Defective switches must be replaced by an authorised
service facility. Do not use a tool if the switch does not
turn the tool on and off correctly.
• Do not use this saw to cut firewood.
• Keep the area free of tripping hazards.
19. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact
with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators,
cookers and refrigerator enclosures.
• Report faults in the machine, including guards and saw
blades, as soon as they are discovered.
• Ensure that the machine is always fixed to a bench,
whenever possible.
20. Use only approved parts. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service
facility to fit replacement parts.
• Always stand to one side when operating the saw.
• Never use a cracked or distorted saw blade.
WARNING. The use of an accessory or attachment, other
than those recommended in this Instruction Manual, may
present a risk of personal injury.
• When cutting round wood, use clamps that prevent the
workpiece from turning on both sides of the blade.
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• Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste
close by the blade.
• Connect the saw to a dust collection devise and ensure
that it is operated properly. As the operator of the saw,
please make sure that you understand factors that
influence exposure to dust, including the type of material
to be machined, the importance of local extraction and
the proper adjustment of hoods/baffles/shoots of your
dust extraction system. We recommend that you always
wear a dust mask when operating this saw.
• Use only blades as recommended by the manufacturer
and which conform to EN 847-1.
• Do not use blades of High Speed Steel (HSS blades).
• If the table insert is damaged or worn, have it replaced by
an authorised service centre.
• Rags, cloths, cord and string and the like should never be
left around the work area.
• Wear gloves when handling saw blades and rough
materials.
• Avoid cutting nails. Inspect the workpiece and remove all
nails and other foreign objects before beginning sawing.
• Saw blades shall be carried in a holder wherever possible.
• Select saw blades in relation to the material being cut.
• Support the work properly.
• Use correctly sharpened saw blades and observe the
maximum speed marked on the blade.
• Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the
workpiece from the cutting area whilst the machine is
running and the saw head is not in the rest position.
• Take additional care when trenching (slotting).
• The mitre saw can be safely carried by the carrying
handle but only once it has been removed from the mains
power and secured in the locked down position.
• Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first
switching off the machine.
• Do not slow or stop a blade with a piece of wood. Let the
blade come to rest naturally.
• Ensure that the arm is properly secure when bevelling.
• Keep the floor area around the machine level, well
maintained and free of loose materials.
• If you are interrupted when operating the saw, complete
the process and switch off before looking up.
• Ensure that you are trained in the use, adjustment and
operation of the machine.
• Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are
properly tightened.
• Do not remove any cut-offs from the cutting area until
the guard is fully locked in placed and the blade has
come to rest.
• Do not store materials or equipment above a machine in
such a way that they could fall into it.
•
Always hold the saw on parts that are insulated. If you
accidentally cut into hidden wiring or the saw’s own cable,
the metal parts of the saw will become “live”. Switch off at
the mains and remove the plug immediately.
• When cutting long pieces which extend well over the table
width, ensure that the ends are adequately supported at
the same height as the saw table top. Supports should
be positioned in such a way to ensure that the workpiece
does not fall to the ground once the cut has been made.
A number of supports at regular intervals may be required
if the workpiece is extremely long.
• Never saw near combustible liquids or gases.
• Note the direction of rotation of the motor and the blade.
• Do not lock the movable guard in the open position and
always ensure that it is working properly, freely rotating
and returning to fully cover the teeth of the blade.
Wear goggles
Wear earmuffs
Wear a breathing mask
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Accessories
The GMC LSMS210A and LSMS250A slide compound mitre
saws are supplied with the following accessories
as standard:
• Saw blade (fitted)
• Workpiece clamp
• 6mm Hex key
• Side bars x2
• Dust bag
• Instruction manual
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Know your product
Before using the saw, familiarise yourself with all the
operating features and safety requirements.
1. Laser light assembly
2. Laser light on/off switch 18. Fence
3. Laser cover
4. Laser pitch control
5. Saw arm
17. Bevel scale
30. Trenching depth
adjustment screw
31. Trenching stop
32. Trenching depth
lock nut
33. 45° Bevel
adjustment screw
34. 0° Bevel
adjustment screw
35. Release latch
36. Side support bars (x2)
37. Side support bar
location holes (2 sets)
38. Side support bar
locking screws (x2)
26
19. Stabiliser bar
(LSMS250A only)
20. 6mm Hex key
21. Mitre table
6. Release knob
LSMS210A
LSMS250A
22. Mitre scale
7. Operating handle
8. Carrying handle
9. Upper fixed blade guard
10. Clamp assembly
11. Clamp assembly lock
12. Rotating blade guard
13. Guard retraction arm
14. Blade bolt cover
15. Dust bag
23. Table insert
(kerf plate)
24. Switch trigger
25. Mitre lock
26. Spindle lock button
27. Dust extraction port
28. Slide bars
4
29. Slide lock
16. Bevel lock
2
7
27
35
15
36
24
8
9
5
6
14
30
28
20
13
12
32
31
3
1
17
29
18
38
23
10
21
11
33
19
34
16
37
22
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Unpacking
Bench mounting
B
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely
that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing.
If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the
parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified.
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
The saw base has holes in
each corner to facilitate bench
mounting (Fig. B).
1. Mount the saw to a level,
horizontal bench or work table
using bolts (not supplied) and
fix the saw to the bench using
4 bolts.
1. Remove all loose parts from the carton.
2. Remove the packing materials from around the saw.
3. Using the carrying handle (8) carefully lift the saw from
the carton and place it on a level work surface.
2. If desired, you can mount the saw to a piece of 13mm or
thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work
support or moved to other job sites and re-clamped.
4. The saw has been shipped with the saw arm locked in
the down position. To release the saw arm, push down
on the top of the saw arm, pull on the release knob (6),
rotate it 45° and let go, slowly raise the saw arm.
CAUTION. Make sure that the mounting surface is not
warped as an uneven surface can cause binding and
inaccurate sawing.
WARNING. Do not lift the saw whilst holding on to the
guards. Use the carrying handle (8).
Release knob
The release knob (6) is provided
for holding the cutting head down
whilst transporting or storing the
mitre saw (Fig. C). The saw must
never be used with the release
knob locking the head down.
Transportation
Lift the mitre saw only when the
saw arm is locked in the down
position, the saw is switched off
and the plug is removed from the
power point.
C
A
Slide lock
When tightened, the slide lock
(29) prevents the saw head from
sliding. Tighten the slide lock
Only lift the saw by the carrying
handle (8) or outer castings
(Fig. A). Do not lift the saw using
the guard or operating handle (7).
D
during transportation (Fig. D).
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Use the clamp assembly lock
(11) at the back of the fence to
secure the clamp assembly in
position (Fig. H).
Mitre table lock
The mitre table lock (25) is used
to lock the table at the desired
mitre angle (Fig. E).
E
H
Spindle lock button
The spindle lock button (26)
prevents the blade in the saw
from rotating (Fig. I). Depress
and hold the spindle lock button
while installing, changing, or removing the blade.
The mitre saw cuts from 0° to
52° both left and right. To adjust
the mitre angle loosen the mitre
table lock and using the mitre
table handle adjust the mitre
angle to the desired position. The mitre table features
positive click stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°, 45° and 50° for
quick setting of common mitre angles.
Ia
Ib
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre table lock before
making a cut. Failure to do so could result in the table
moving during the cut and cause serious personal injury.
Bevel lock
F
The bevel lock (16) is used to
set the blade at the desired bevel
angle (Fig. F). The mitre saw
bevel cuts from 0° to 45° to the
left. To adjust the bevel angle
loosen the bevel lock and adjust
the saw arm to the desired
bevel angle.
LSMS250A
LSMS210A
Rotating lower
blade guard
The rotating lower blade guard
(12) provides protection from
both sides of the blade (Fig. J).
It retracts over the upper blade
guard (9) as the saw is lowered
into the workpiece.
J
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the bevel lock before making
a cut. Failure to do so could result in the saw arm moving
during the cut and cause serious personal injury.
Dust bag
Clamp assembly
K
G
The dust bag (15) fits over the
dust extraction port (27) (Fig. K).
For more efficient operation,
empty the dust bag when it is no
more than half full. This allows
better air flow through the bag.
The clamp assembly (10)
can be mounted to the fence,
either side of the saw blade, to
suit the task at hand (Fig. G).
When performing a bevel cut
the workpiece clamp should be
positioned on the right hand side
of the fence.
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Attaching the side bars
Turning on and off
L
P
The side support bars (36) help
to support the material when
working with long workpieces.
1. To turn the saw on depress
and hold the on/off trigger
switch (24) (Fig. P).
There are two location holes
(37) for a support bar on either
side of the table. Ensure the
side bars are fully inserted
before using them to support the
workpiece (Fig. L).
2. To turn the saw off release the
on/off trigger switch (24).
Turning on the REDEYE® laser line generator
M
The REDEYE® laser line
Q
The side support bar locking
screws (38) must be tightened
to secure the support bars in
position (Fig. M).
generator emits 2 intense narrow
beams of pure red light to guide
you as you cut. It improves
operator cutting vision, enables
faster set-up, increases accuracy
and improves safety. To turn on
the laser lines press the laser
light on/off switch (2) (Fig. Q).
To turn off the laser press the laser light on/off switch
(2) one more time.
Trench depth adjustment
In its normal position, the trenching stop (31) permits the
saw blade to cut right through a workpiece. When the saw
arm is lifted, the trenching stop can be moved to the left so
that the trenching depth adjustment screw (30) contacts the
stop as the saw arm is lowered. (Fig. N). This restricts the
cut to a “trench” in the workpiece. The depth of the trench
can be adjusted with the trenching depth adjustment screw
(30) (Fig. O) and locked in position with the trenching depth
lock nut (32).
Setting the table square with the blade
1. Make sure that the electrical
plug is removed from the
power point.
2. Push the saw arm (5) down
to its lowest position and
engage the release knob (6)
to hold the saw arm in the
transport position.
R
N
O
3. Loosen the mitre lock (25) (Fig. R).
4. Rotate the table (21) until the pointer is positioned at 0º.
5. Tighten the mitre lock (25).
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6. Loosen the bevel lock (16) and set the saw arm (5) at
0º bevel (the blade at 90º to the mitre table). Tighten the
14. Retighten the bevel lock
(16) and the lock nut
V
bevel lock (16) (Fig. S)
.
securing the 0° bevel
adjustment screw (34).
7. Place a set square against the table (21) and the flat part
of the blade.
Note. The above procedure can
also be used to check the angle
of the saw blade to the table at
45º bevel angle. The 45° bevel
adjustment screw (33) is on the
opposite side of the saw arm (Fig. V).
Note. Make sure that the square contacts the flat part of the
saw blade, not the teeth.
8. Rotate the blade by hand
and check the blade-to-table
alignment at several points.
S
Setting the fence square with the table
1. Make sure that the electrical plug is removed from the
power point.
9. The edge of the set square
and the saw blade should be
parallel.
2. Push the saw arm (5) down to its lowest position and
engage the release knob (6) to hold the saw arm in the
transport position.
10. If the saw blade angles away
from the set square, adjust
as follows.
T
3. Loosen the mitre lock (25).
11. Use a 13mm wrench or
adjustable wrench to loosen
the lock nut securing the 0°
bevel adjustment screw
(34) (Fig. T). Also, loosen the
bevel lock (16).
4. Rotate the table (21) until the pointer is positioned at 0º.
5. Tighten the mitre lock (25).
6. Using the 6mm hex key
provided, loosen the four
screws securing the fence (18)
to the base (Fig. W).
W
12. Adjust the 0° bevel
adjustment screw (34) with
the 6mm hex key to bring
the saw blade into alignment
with the square.
7. Place a square against the
fence (18) and alongside
the blade.
U
8. Adjust the fence (18) until it is
square with the blade.
13. Loosen the Phillips head
screw holding the pointer
of the bevel scale (17) and
adjust the position of the
pointer so that it accurately
indicates zero on the scale.
Retighten the screw (Fig. U).
9. Tighten the screws securing
the fence (18).
X
10. Loosen the Phillips head
screw holding the pointer
of the mitre scale (22) and
adjust it so that it accurately
indicates the zero position on
the mitre scale (Fig. X).
11. Retighten the screw securing the mitre scale pointer.
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6. Pull the rotating blade guard
(12) down then swing it up
together with the blade bolt
cover (14). When the rotating
blade guard (12) is positioned
over the upper fixed blade
guard (9) it is possible to
Changing a blade
b
c
d
e
DANGER! Never try to use a blade larger than the stated
capacity of the saw. It might come into contact with the
blade guards. Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the
outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle.
It will prevent the blade screw from properly securing the
blade on the spindle. Do not use the saw to cut metal or
masonry. Ensure that any spacers and spindle rings that
may be required suit the spindle and the blade fitted.
access the blade bolt (Fig. b).
7. Hold the rotating guard (12)
up and press the spindle lock
button (26) (Fig. c). Rotate the
blade until the spindle locks.
1. Make sure that the electrical
plug is removed from the
power point.
Y
8. Use the 6mm hex key
provided to loosen and remove
the blade bolt. (Loosen in a
clockwise direction as the
blade screw has a left hand
thread) (Fig. d).
2. Push down on the operating
handle (7) and pull the release
knob (6) to disengage the saw
arm (5). The release knob (6)
can be turned so that it is held
in the retracted position (Fig. Y).
9. Remove the flat washer and
outer blade washer and the
blade.
Z
3. Raise the saw arm (5) to its
highest position.
4. Using a Phillips head
10. Wipe a drop of oil onto the
inner blade washer and the
outer blade washer where
they contact the blade.
screwdriver loosen and remove
the screw that secures the
guard retraction arm (13) to
the rotating blade guard (Fig. Z).
11. Fit the new blade onto the
spindle taking care that
5. Using a Phillips head
a
screwdriver loosen (Fig. a) and
remove the screw that secures
the blade bolt cover (14).
the inner blade washer sits
behind the blade (Fig. e).
CAUTION. To ensure correct
blade rotation, always install the
blade with the blade teeth and
the arrow printed on the side of
the blade pointing down. The direction of blade rotation is
also stamped with an arrow on the upper blade guard.
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12. Replace the outer blade
washer (Fig. f).
1. Pull on the release knob (6) and lift the saw arm (5) to its
full height.
f
13. Depress the spindle lock
button (26) and replace the
flat washer and blade bolt.
2. Loosen the mitre lock (25).
3. Rotate the mitre table (21) until the pointer aligns with the
desired angle.
14. Use the 6mm hex key
to tighten the blade bolt
securely (tighten in an anti-
clockwise direction).
4. Retighten the mitre lock (25).
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre lock before making
a cut. Failure to do so could result in the table moving
during the cut and cause serious personal injury.
g
h
15. Lower the blade guard, hold
the rotating lower blade
5. Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge
securely against the fence (18). If the board is warped,
place the convex side against the fence (18). If the
concave side is placed against the fence, the board could
break and jam the blade.
guard (12) and blade bolt
cover (14) in position and
tighten the fixing screw (Fig. g).
16. Replace the guard retraction
arm and secure onto the
6. When cutting long pieces of timber, support the opposite
end of the timber with the side support bars (36), a roller
stand or a work surface that is level with the saw table.
rotating blade guard (Fig. h).
17. Check that the blade guard
operates correctly and
covers the blade as the saw
arm is lowered.
7. Use the clamp assembly (10) to secure the workpiece
wherever possible.
8. It is possible to remove the
clamp assembly (10) by
loosening the clamp
j
18. Connect the saw to the
power supply and run the
blade to make certain that it
is operating correctly.
assembly lock (11) and
moving it to the other side of
the table. Make sure the clamp
assembly lock is tight before
using the clamp (Fig. j).
Cross-cutting (without slide action)
When cutting a narrow piece of
wood it is not necessary to use
the slide mechanism. In these
cases ensure that the slide lock
(29) is screwed down to prevent
the saw arm from sliding.
9. Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation to check that there are no problems.
i
10. Hold the operating handle (7) firmly and squeeze
the switch trigger (24). Allow the blade to reach
maximum speed.
A crosscut is made by cutting
11. Press the release latch (35) and slowly lower the blade
into and through the workpiece.
across the grain of the workpiece.
A 90º crosscut is made with the
mitre table set at 0º (Fig. i). Mitre
crosscuts are made with the table
set at some angle other than zero.
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12. Release the switch trigger
(24) and allow the saw
2. Loosen the mitre lock (25).
k
3. Rotate the mitre table (21) until the pointer aligns with
zero on the mitre scale (22).
blade to stop rotating before
raising the blade out of the
workpiece. Wait until the
blade stops before removing
the workpiece (Fig. k).
4. Retighten the mitre lock (25).
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre lock before making
a cut. Failure to do so could result in the table moving
during the cut, causing serious personal injury.
Cross-cutting
(with slide action)
When cutting wide workpieces,
first unscrew the slide lock (29).
1. Pull on the release knob (6),
raise the saw arm (5) to its
highest position and slide it
towards you (Fig. l).
5. Loosen the bevel lock (16) and move the saw arm (5) to
the left to the desired bevel angle (between 0º and 45º).
Tighten the bevel lock (16).
l
6. Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge
securely against the fence (18). If the board is warped,
place the convex side against the fence. If the concave
side is placed against the fence, the board could break
and jam the blade.
2. Hold the handle firmly and
squeeze the switch trigger (24). Allow the blade to reach
maximum speed.
7. When cutting long pieces of timber, support the opposite
end of the timber with the side bars (36), a roller stand or
a work surface that is level with the saw table.
3. Press the release latch (35) and slowly lower the blade
into the workpiece and slide it away from you at the same
time until the workpiece is cut.
8. Use the clamp assembly (10) to secure the workpiece
wherever possible.
9. It is possible to remove the clamp assembly (10) by
loosening the clamp assembly lock (11) and moving
it to the other side of the table. Make sure the clamp
assembly lock is tight before using the clamp.
4. Release the switch trigger (24) and allow the saw
blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the
workpiece. Wait until the blade stops before removing
the workpiece.
10. Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation to check that there are no problems.
Bevel cut
11. Hold the operating handle (7) firmly and squeeze
the switch trigger (24). Allow the blade to reach
maximum speed.
A bevel cut is made by cutting
m
across the grain of the workpiece
with the blade angled to the fence
and mitre table. The mitre table
is set at the zero degree position
and the blade set at an angle
between 0º and 45º (Fig. m).
12. Press the release latch (35) and slowly lower the blade
into and through the workpiece.
13. Release the switch trigger (24) and allow the saw blade
to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the
workpiece. Wait until the blade stops before removing
the workpiece.
Use the slide action when cutting
wide workpieces.
1. Pull on the release knob (6) and lift the saw arm to
its full height.
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10. Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation to check that there are no problems.
Compound mitre cut
n
A compound mitre cut involves
using a mitre angle and a bevel
angle at the same time (Fig. n).
It is used in making picture
frames, to cut mouldings, making
boxes with sloping sides and for
roof framing. Always make a test
11. Hold the operating handle (7) firmly and squeeze
the switch trigger (24). Allow the blade to reach
maximum speed.
12. Press the release latch (35) and slowly lower the blade
into and through the workpiece.
13. Release the switch trigger (24) and allow the saw blade
to stop rotating before raising the blade out of the
workpiece. Wait until the blade stops before removing
the workpiece.
cut on a piece of scrap wood before cutting into the good
material.
Use the slide action when cutting wide workpieces.
1. Pull on the release knob (6) and lift the saw arm to
its full height.
Adjusting the laser lines
The lower laser is factory set to emit a laser line along the
right-hand side of the blade. The upper laser is factory set
to emit a laser line to the left-hand side of the blade. This
upper laser can be adjusted by the operator to suit blades of
different kerf widths.
2. Loosen the mitre lock (25).
3. Rotate the mitre table (21) until the pointer aligns with
the desired angle on the mitre scale (22).
4. Retighten the mitre lock (25).
To adjust the position of the
upper laser, proceed as follows:
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre lock before making
a cut. Failure to do so could result in the table moving
during the cut, causing serious personal injury.
o
1. Remove the laser cover by
pulling it towards you.
5. Loosen the bevel lock (16) and move the saw arm (5) to
the left to the desired bevel angle (between 0º and 45º).
Tighten the bevel lock (16).
2. Switch on the laser lights with
the on/off switch (2) (Fig. o).
3. Using a Phillips head
screwdriver (not supplied),
adjust the position of the line
from the upper laser by
turning the laser pitch control
(4) (Fig. p).
6. Place the workpiece flat on the table with one edge
securely against the fence (18). If the board is warped,
place the convex side against the fence. If the concave
side is placed against the fence, the board could break
and jam the blade.
p
7. When cutting long pieces of timber, support the opposite
end of the timber with the side bars (36), a roller stand or
a work surface that is level with the saw table.
4. Adjust until the left-hand laser
line is aligned with the left-
hand side of the blade.
8. Use the clamp assembly (10) to secure the workpiece
wherever possible.
5. Switch off the laser lights.
9. It is possible to remove the clamp assembly (10) by
loosening the clamp assembly lock (11) and moving
it to the other side of the table. Make sure the clamp
assembly lock is tight before using the clamp.
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• With the saw arm (5) in the raised position, use a soft
brush to dust away the sawdust build-up around the
assembly.
Using the laser line generator
WARNINGS.
Do not stare directly at the laser beam.
Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than
the workpiece.
Note. Wear eye protection whilst brushing the dust away.
Maintenance
WARNING. Always ensure that the tool is switched off and
the plug is removed from the power point before making
and adjustments or maintenance procedures.
Do not deliberately aim the beam at personnel and ensure
that it is not directed towards the eye of a person for longer
than 0.25s.
Power cord maintenance
If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be carried
out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s agent, or an
authorised service centre in order to avoid a safety hazard.
Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy
workpiece without reflective surfaces. Wood or rough coated
surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective surfaces
are not suitable for laser use as the reflective surface could
direct the beam back at the operator.
Cleaning
Always remember to switch off the laser on/off switch (2)
after finishing a job. Only turn the laser beam on when the
workpiece is on the mitre saw table.
1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all times.
2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done
with a soft brush or a rag.
1. Mark the line of the cut on the workpiece.
3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.
4. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.
2. Adjust the angle of mitre and bevel of the cut as required.
3. Switch on the laser light on/off switch (2).
CAUTION. Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic
parts of the saw. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is
recommended.
4. Clamp the workpiece in position using the laser lines to
align the blade with the pencil mark on the workpiece.
Note. To cut to the left-hand side of the blade, align the left-
hand laser line with the pencil mark. To cut to the right-hand
side of the blade, align the right-hand laser line with the
pencil mark.
General inspection
Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They
may vibrate loose over time.
5. Plug in the machine and start the motor.
6. Press the release latch (35).
7. When the blade is at its maximum speed (approximately
2 seconds), lower the blade through the workpiece.
8. After completing the cut, switch off the laser light on/off
switch (2).
9. After each use, clean the laser light assembly (1) as
described below:
• Switch off the laser light switch (2) and then remove the
plug from the power point.
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technical service or you simply need help or advice,
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