Craftsman 137.21241 operating instructions Miter CUT FIG. W, Bevel CUT FIG, Compound CUT FIG. Y

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MITER CUT (FIG. W)

1.When a miter cut is required, unlock the miter table by turning the miter handle (1) counterclockwise.

2.While holding the miter handle, press down on the positive stop locking lever (2) to disengage the positive stop locking lever.

3.Rotate the miter table to the right or left with the miter handle.

4.When the table is in the desired position as shown on the miter scale (3), release the positive stop locking lever handle and tighten the miter handle. The table is now locked at the desired angle. Positive stops are provided at 0°,15°, 22.5°, 31.6° and 45°.

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS TIGHTEN the miter table lock handle before cutting.

Fig. W

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BEVEL CUT (FIG. X)

1.When a bevel cut is required, loosen the bevel lock handle (1).

2.Tilt the cutting head to the desired angle as shown on the bevel scale (2). The blade can be positioned at any angle, from a 90° straight cut (0° on the scale) to a 45° left bevel.

3.Tighten the bevel lock handle (1) to lock the cutting head in position.

4.Positive stops are provided at 0° and 45°.

Fig. X

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COMPOUND CUT (FIG. Y)

A compound cut is the combination of a miter and a bevel cut simultaneously.

1.Loosen the bevel lock handle (1) and position the cutting head at the desired bevel position. Lock the bevel lock handle.

2.Loosen the miter table lock handle (2). Press down the positive stop locking lever (3) and position the table at the desired angle. Release the positive stop locking lever and lock the miter handle.

Fig. Y

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CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL (FIG. Z)

A bowed workpiece must be positioned against the fence and secured with a clamping device as shown before cutting. Do not position workpiece incorrectly or try to cut the workpiece without the support of the fence. This will cause the blade to bind and could result in personal injury.

Fig. Z

Hold-Down

Workpiece

Clamp

 

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Contents Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL60179 USA Warranty Table of ContentsProduct Specifications Prohibition SymbolsShown below are some of the symbols you may see Support and Clamp WorkPower Tool Safety 24. ! Danger Never Leave the Tool RunningKeep the Motor AIR Slots Clean and free of chips or dust Compound Miter SAW SafetySpecific Safety Instructions for this Compound Miter SAW Power Supply and Motor SpecificationsElectrical Requirements and Safety Grounding InstructionsRecommended Accessories AccessoriesCarton Contents Know Your Compound Miter SAW Compound Miter SAW Terms Glossary of TermsWoodworking Terms Assemble Stand FIG. A-1, A-2, A-3 Assembly and AdjustmentsAssembly Instructions Assemble Miter SAW to Stand FIG. A-4Installing the Extension Wings Installing the Miter Handle FIG. BInstalling the Dust BAG FIG. D Cutting Head FIG. CRemoving or Installing the Blade To Install the Rear Extension Stay FIG. FInstalling the HOLD-DOWN Clamp Assembly FIG. G Inserting and Replacing the Laser Batteries FIG. HFig. J Miter Scale FIG. M Adjustment InstructionsAdjusting Fence Squareness FIG. L Cutting ARM TravelMounting the Miter SAW FIG. R, S Bevel Stop Adjustment FIG. O, P, QTo avoid injury from unexpected saw movement Avoid Direct EYE Contact Keep Your Work Area Clean AdjustmentsEquirements and Safety Before Each USE Inspect Your SAW OperationPlan Your Work Dress for SafetyWhen SAW is Running Inspect Your WorkpieceTurning SAW on FIG Body and Hand Position FIG. UBefore Leaving the SAW Compound CUT FIG. Y Miter CUT FIG. WBevel CUT FIG Cutting Bowed Material FIG. ZCutting Base Molding FIG. AA Bevel/Miter SettingsCutting Crown Molding FIG. BB, CC Lower Blade Guard MaintenanceReplacing Carbon Brushes FIG. DD Emptying Sawdust BAGTroubleshooting Guide ProtectionParts List Parts List for SAW SchematicSchematic for SAW 10 in. Compound Miter SAW Model noParts List and Schematic for Motor Parts List and Schematic for Stand QTYRepair Protection Agreements Here’s what the Repair Protection Agreement* includesGet it fixed, at your home or ours
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