Harbor Freight Tools 42818 operating instructions Cutting Stock, Slide Cutting

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Cutting Stock

1.Plug the Power Cord into the electrical outlet.

2.With the workpiece secure, turn on the saw by pressing down on the Lock-off Switch Button (64), then squeeze the Switch (70) trigger button.

Lock-off Switch Button (64)

Handle (65)

Brush Holder Cap (14)

Switch (70) Trigger Button

Dust Collection Bag

Slide Pipe (44)

Safety Cover (88)

Knob Screw (105)

Arm Release Button

Bevel Knob (146)

Fence

Lever Rod (156)

Kerf Boards (121 & 118)

Bevel Scale

Handle Grip (128)

Vertical Clamp

Miter Scale

3.When the Saw Blade comes to full speed, bring the Saw Blade down and begin cutting slowly through the stock without stopping.

Warning: Avoid personal injury. Do not disable the Saw Blade Safety Cover (88). Keep fingers and hands away from the moving blade.

4.When the cut is finished, release the Switch (70) trigger button.

Wait for the Saw Blade to stop turning before reaching for the cut stock.

5.When you are finished using the saw, press the cutting head down until it locks into position.

6.Unplug the Power Cord from the electrical outlet.

7.Pull out the Lock-off Switch Button (64) and store in a secure place. This prevents unauthorized operation.

Slide Cutting

To cut larger pieces of stock, follow these steps.

1.Secure the workpiece to the table and fence.

2.Loosen the Knob Screw (105) so that the carriage can slide freely.

3.Raise the cutting arm by pushing down slightly on the Handle, then pulling out the Arm Release Button.

SKU 42818

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Contents For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 42818Specifications Safety Warnings and PrecautionsRead all instructions before using this tool Save This ManualPage Safety Precautions when using a Compound Slide Miter Saw Operation InstallationUnpacking Auxiliary Wood Fence Positioning the Kerf BoardsPreparation to Cut Stock Cutting Stock Slide CuttingReplacing the Saw Blade Maintenance Replacing the Motor BrushesAdjustments General MaintenanceSaw Blade Perpendicular to Fence Downward Travel of the Saw BladeBevel Stop to 90 Degrees Please Read the Following CarefullyParts List REV 11/02 REV 05/04Assembly Drawing REV 05/04