RIDGID Installing the Dust Bag and Work Clamp for Miter Saw

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING THE DUST BAG

See Figure 11.

Squeeze the metal clips on the dust bag, then slide the metal ring over the end of the dust guide. Position the metal ring so it is between the two molded rings on the dust guide. Release the dust bag clips.

Snap the frame onto the slide bar by squeezing the dust bag frame, then pushing it down over the slide bar.

Insert the dust guide inside the exhaust port in the upper blade guard.

Slip the dust bag over the frame with the zipper facing down.

NOTE: For efficient operation, empty the dust bag before it is half full. This will permit better air flow through the bag.

INSTALLING THE WORK CLAMP

See Figure 12.

WARNING:

In some operations, the work clamp assembly may interfere with the operation of the blade guard assembly. Always make sure there is no interfer- ence with the blade guard prior to beginning any cutting operation to reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

The work clamp provides greater control by clamping the workpiece to the miter table. It also helps to prevent the workpiece from creeping toward the saw blade. This is very helpful when cutting compound miters. Depending on the cutting operation and the size of the workpiece, it may be necessary to use a C-clamp instead of the work clamp to secure the workpiece prior to making the cut. The work clamp can be installed and used on either side of the blade.

To install the work clamp:

Place the work clamp shaft in one of the holes located behind the sliding miter fence.

NOTE: Align the pin on the work clamp shaft with the slot in the hole.

Rotate the knob on the work clamp to move it up or down as needed.

NOTE: The work clamp has a quick release lever that makes positioning of the work clamp effortless. Push the button on the side of the work clamp to quickly release the workpiece.

DUST BAG FRAME

DUST BAG FRAME

DUST

GUIDE EXHAUST

PORT

DUST BAG

	Fig. 11
	WORK CLAMP
WORK CLAMP	SHAFT

QUICK

RELEASE

LEVER

Fig. 12

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Contents MS1290LZA OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of Contents Blade Coasts After Being Turned OFF General Safety RulesRead ALL Instructions  Before Making a CUT, be Sure ALL ADJUST- Ments are Secure Specific Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceElectrical Cord Length Wire Size A.W.GDouble Insulation Electrical ConnectionGlossary of Terms Product Specifications Features12 IN. Blade Know Your Compound Miter SAWAMP Motor Bevel Lock LeverMiter Lock Lever Switch TriggerMiter Scale Miter ThumbwheelRatchet Tools NeededCombination Square Phillips Screwdriver Framing SquareDust BAG Loose PartsFlat Head Socket CAP Screw Work Clamp HEX KEY Blade Wrench Dust GuideMounting Holes AssemblyUnpacking Locking / Unlocking the SAW ARM Using the Depth GuideSAW ARM Depth GuideInstalling the Work Clamp Installing the Dust BAGDust BAG Frame Guide Exhaust Port Work ClampInstalling / Replacing the Blade Removing the Mark Aligning the Laser Guide LineTo Cut the Mark To Leave the MarkCentering the SAW Blade Between the Slide Bars Removing / Replacing the Zero CLEAR- Ance Throat PlateTo adjust Adjusting the Miter Lock LeverSquaring the SAW Blade to the Fence See Figures 17View of Blade Square with Fence Miter Scale Indicator FigAdjusting the Bevel Pivot Adjusting the Bevel Lock LeverTravel Pivot Adjustment Bevel Lock Lever Lift to UnlockSquaring the Blade to the Miter Table IndicatorSee Figures 27 Sliding Miter FenceCutting with Your Sliding Compound Miter SAW OperationApplications Slide CUT Slide SAW ARM Forward then Push Down Back To Slide CUTSee Figures 31 See Figures 33 To Miter CUT / Cross CUTWork Clamp Cross CUT Work Clamp Miter CUTTo Bevel CUT Scale Indicator BevelSee Figures 35 Bevel CUT Clamp Lock PINCompound Miter CUT To Compound Miter CUTClamping Wide Workpieces Supporting Long WorkpiecesLong Workpiece 45 x 45 Compound Miter CUTRough Cutting a Dado Using AN Auxiliary FenceDepth Guide CUT These Grooves With SAW Auxiliary FencePitch Side COMPOUND-ANGLE Settings for Popular StructuresCutting Compound Miters Laying Molding Flat on the Miter Table Cutting Crown MoldingCeiling Inside Corner FenceCrown Molding JIG Using a Crown Molding Support JIGMaking a Crown Molding Support JIG To Adjust the Laser Guide AdjustmentsAdjustment Screw Laser Button Aperture HEX KEY Mark Cutting Warped MaterialGeneral Maintenance MaintenanceBrush Replacement LubricationScrew Battery Cover Batteries Negative To adjust belt tensionMotor Belt Tension Changing the BatteriesMiter Saw Utility Vehicle AccessoriesDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy WarrantyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredModel No Customer Service InformationMS1290LZA Serial No