Craftsman 137.21241 Bevel Stop Adjustment FIG. O, P, Q, Mounting the Miter SAW FIG. R, S

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BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT (FIG. O, P, Q)

! WARNING

To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, make sure the trigger is released and remove the power cord from the power source.

90° Bevel Adjustment (Fig. O)

1.Loosen bevel lock handle (1) and tilt the cutting arm completely to the right. Tighten the bevel lock handle. Lower blade.

2.Place a combination square (2) on the miter table with the rule against the table and the heel of the square against the saw blade.

3.If the blade is not 90° square with the miter table, loosen the bevel lock handle, tilt the cutting head completely to the left, loosen the locknut (4) on the bevel angle adjustment bolt (3) and use a 13 mm wrench to adjust the bolt (3) in or out to increase or decrease the bevel angle.

4.Tilt the cutting arm to back to the right at 90° bevel and recheck for alignment.

5.Repeat steps 1 through 4 if further adjustment is needed.

6.Tighten bevel lock handle and locknut (4) when alignment is achieved.

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90° Bevel Indicator (Fig. P)

1.When the blade is exactly 90° to the table, loosen the bevel indicator screw (5) using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

2.Adjust bevel indicator (6) to the “0” mark (7) on the bevel scale and retighten the screw.

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45° Bevel Adjustment (Fig. Q)

1.Unlock the bevel lock handle (1) and tilt the cutting arm as far to the left as possible.

2.Using a combination square, check to see if the blade angle is 45° to the table.

3.If the blade is not at 45° to the miter table, tilt the cutting arm to the right, loosen the locknut (5) on the bevel angle adjustment bolt (4) and use a 13 mm wrench to adjust the bolt (4) in or out to increase or decrease the bevel angle.

4.Tilt the cutting arm to the left to 45° bevel and recheck for alignment.

5.Repeat steps 1 through 4 until the blade is at 45° to the miter table.

6.Tighten bevel lock handle and locknut (5) when alignment is achieved.

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MOUNTING THE MITER SAW (FIG. R, S)

! WARNING

To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement:

Before moving the saw, disconnect the power cord from the outlet, and lock the cutting arm in the lower position using the stop latch.

NOTE: The stop latch is for carrying or storing the tool. It is not to be used for holding the saw while cutting. Lower blade and press in stop latch to secure saw for transport or storage.

Never carry the miter saw by the power cord or by the switch handle. Carrying the tool by the power cord could cause damage to the insulation or wire connections resulting in electric shock or fire.

To avoid injury from flying debris, do not allow visitors to stand behind the saw.

Place the saw on a firm, level work-surface where there is room for handling and properly supporting the workpiece.

Support the saw on a level work surface.

Bolt or clamp the saw to its support.

Place the saw in the desired location, either on a work bench or recommended leg set. The base of the saw has four mounting holes (10).

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Contents Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL60179 USA Product Specifications Table of ContentsWarranty Shown below are some of the symbols you may see SymbolsProhibition Support and Clamp WorkPower Tool Safety Never Leave the Tool Running 24. ! DangerSpecific Safety Instructions for this Compound Miter SAW Compound Miter SAW SafetyKeep the Motor AIR Slots Clean and free of chips or dust Power Supply and Motor SpecificationsGrounding Instructions Electrical Requirements and SafetyAccessories Recommended AccessoriesCarton Contents Know Your Compound Miter SAW Woodworking Terms Glossary of TermsCompound Miter SAW Terms Assembly Instructions Assembly and AdjustmentsAssemble Stand FIG. A-1, A-2, A-3 Assemble Miter SAW to Stand FIG. A-4Installing the Dust BAG FIG. D Installing the Miter Handle FIG. BInstalling the Extension Wings Cutting Head FIG. CInstalling the HOLD-DOWN Clamp Assembly FIG. G To Install the Rear Extension Stay FIG. FRemoving or Installing the Blade Inserting and Replacing the Laser Batteries FIG. HFig. J Adjusting Fence Squareness FIG. L Adjustment InstructionsMiter Scale FIG. M Cutting ARM TravelTo avoid injury from unexpected saw movement Bevel Stop Adjustment FIG. O, P, QMounting the Miter SAW FIG. R, S Avoid Direct EYE Contact Equirements and Safety Before Each USE Inspect Your SAW AdjustmentsKeep Your Work Area Clean OperationWhen SAW is Running Dress for SafetyPlan Your Work Inspect Your WorkpieceBefore Leaving the SAW Body and Hand Position FIG. UTurning SAW on FIG Bevel CUT FIG Miter CUT FIG. WCompound CUT FIG. Y Cutting Bowed Material FIG. ZCutting Crown Molding FIG. BB, CC Bevel/Miter SettingsCutting Base Molding FIG. AA Replacing Carbon Brushes FIG. DD MaintenanceLower Blade Guard Emptying Sawdust BAGProtection Troubleshooting GuideParts List for SAW Schematic Parts List10 in. Compound Miter SAW Model no Schematic for SAWParts List and Schematic for Motor QTY Parts List and Schematic for StandHere’s what the Repair Protection Agreement* includes Repair Protection AgreementsGet it fixed, at your home or ours