RIDGID MS1290LZA manual Miter Lock Lever, Miter Scale, Miter Thumbwheel, Repeat-A-Cut, Slide BAR

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FEATURES

MITER LOCK LEVER

The miter lock lever securely locks the saw at the desired miter angle.

MITER SCALE

The miter scale has index points provided at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45°, and 60.°

MITER THUMBWHEEL

The miter thumbwheel, when used with the miter lock lever lifted (unlocked), can release the miter table from pre-set index points. With the thumbwheel spun down (and released), the miter table moves freely to any desired angle. With thumb on thumbwheel, push down and hold to over- ride (bypass) index points; release thumbwheel when close to desired point and move the lock lever into place with a click. With the thumbwheel spun up, the miter table will stop at each index point on the miter scale.

REPEAT-A-CUT™

See Figure 5.

The Repeat-A-Cut™feature on both the left and right side miter fences can be used when making repetitive cuts. Simply mark the fence with a pencil, make the desired number of cut(s), then wipe the mark off with a soft cloth.

SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE GUARD

The lower blade guard is made of shock-resistant, see- through plastic that provides protection from each side of the blade. It retracts over the upper blade guard as the saw is lowered into the workpiece.

SLIDE BAR

When unlocked, the saw arm will glide forward and back- ward the length of the slide bar for cutting various workpiece widths.

SLIDE LOCK KNOB

The slide lock knob locks and unlocks the sliding feature of this tool.

SLIDING MITER FENCES

The sliding miter fences provided with this saw help hold the workpiece securely when making most cuts. The sliding feature allows for clearance of the saw blade when making bevel or compound cuts. Some cuts may require that the sliding fence be removed completely to avoid interference between the fence and the blade.

Loosen the fence screw before attempting to slide the fences or lift them for removal. Once the desired position of the fence is determined, retighten the fence screw securely.

SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON

See Figure 3.

A spindle lock button has been provided for locking the spindle (keeping the saw blade from turning). Depress and hold the lock button only while installing, changing, or removing the saw blade.

SWITCH TRIGGER

See Figure 4.

The saw will not start until you depress the switch lock with your thumb then squeeze the switch trigger. To prevent unauthorized use of the compound miter saw, disconnect it from the power supply and lock the switch in the OFF position. To lock the switch, install a padlock (not included) through the hole in the switch trigger. A lock with a long shackle up to 9/32 in. diameter may be used. When the lock is installed and locked, the switch is inoperable. Store the padlock key in another location.

SWITCH LOCK

PADLOCK

SWITCH

TRIGGER

Fig. 4

REPEAT-A-CUT

SLIDE

BAR

SLIDING

 

MITER FENCE

Fig. 5

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual MS1290LZATable of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Read ALL Instructions Blade Coasts After Being Turned OFF Specific Safety Rules  Before Making a CUT, be Sure ALL ADJUST- Ments are SecureSpecific Safety Rules Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONService Symbol Signal MeaningCord Length Wire Size A.W.G ElectricalDouble Insulation Electrical ConnectionGlossary of Terms Features Product SpecificationsKnow Your Compound Miter SAW 12 IN. BladeAMP Motor Bevel Lock LeverSwitch Trigger Miter Lock LeverMiter Scale Miter ThumbwheelTools Needed RatchetCombination Square Phillips Screwdriver Framing SquareLoose Parts Dust BAGFlat Head Socket CAP Screw Work Clamp HEX KEY Blade Wrench Dust GuideAssembly UnpackingMounting Holes Using the Depth Guide Locking / Unlocking the SAW ARMSAW ARM Depth GuideInstalling the Dust BAG Installing the Work ClampDust BAG Frame Guide Exhaust Port Work ClampInstalling / Replacing the Blade Aligning the Laser Guide Line Removing the MarkTo Cut the Mark To Leave the MarkRemoving / Replacing the Zero CLEAR- Ance Throat Plate Centering the SAW Blade Between the Slide BarsAdjusting the Miter Lock Lever To adjustSquaring the SAW Blade to the Fence See Figures 17Indicator Fig View of Blade Square with Fence Miter ScaleAdjusting the Bevel Lock Lever Adjusting the Bevel PivotTravel Pivot Adjustment Bevel Lock Lever Lift to UnlockIndicator Squaring the Blade to the Miter TableSee Figures 27 Sliding Miter FenceOperation ApplicationsCutting with Your Sliding Compound Miter SAW To Slide CUT See Figures 31Slide CUT Slide SAW ARM Forward then Push Down Back To Miter CUT / Cross CUT See Figures 33Work Clamp Cross CUT Work Clamp Miter CUTScale Indicator Bevel To Bevel CUTSee Figures 35 Bevel CUT Clamp Lock PINTo Compound Miter CUT Compound Miter CUTSupporting Long Workpieces Clamping Wide WorkpiecesLong Workpiece 45 x 45 Compound Miter CUTUsing AN Auxiliary Fence Rough Cutting a DadoDepth Guide CUT These Grooves With SAW Auxiliary FenceCOMPOUND-ANGLE Settings for Popular Structures Cutting Compound MitersPitch Side Cutting Crown Molding Laying Molding Flat on the Miter TableCeiling Inside Corner FenceUsing a Crown Molding Support JIG Making a Crown Molding Support JIGCrown Molding JIG Adjustments To Adjust the Laser GuideAdjustment Screw Laser Button Aperture HEX KEY Mark Cutting Warped MaterialMaintenance General MaintenanceBrush Replacement LubricationTo adjust belt tension Screw Battery Cover Batteries NegativeMotor Belt Tension Changing the BatteriesAccessories Miter Saw Utility VehicleWarranty DAY Satisfaction Guarantee PolicyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredCustomer Service Information Model NoMS1290LZA Serial No
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