Page 2 - CONTENTS; WELCOME 3; Replacement Miter Saw Blades
3 2 CONTENTS WELCOME 3 Introduction ..................................................................................................... 3Specifications ................................................................................................... 3 SAFETY 4 General Safety Rules .................
Page 3 - safety for both yourself and others.
3 2 SPECIFICATIONS INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Miter Saw. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed t...
Page 4 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; WORK AREA SAFETY
5 4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ig- nite the dust or fu...
Page 5 - POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
5 4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power too...
Page 6 - MITER SAW SAFETY WARNINGS; SAW BLADE SAFETY
7 6 MITER SAW SAFETY WARNINGS SAW BLADE SAFETY 1. Always wear protective gloves when handling saw blades.2. Only use blades with correct size and type for both your miter saw and your workpiece.• The rated diameter of the saw blade is 12" with a 1" arbor. • The no-load speed of the miter saw...
Page 7 - SECURE YOUR WORKPIECE
7 6 MITER SAW SAFETY WARNINGS 3. Examine the miter saw for any damaged or missing parts. Replace or repair damaged parts before operation. Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fasteners are properly tightened. SECURE YOUR WORKPIECE 1. Always position the workpiece on the miter table and...
Page 8 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS; GUIDELINES AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EXTENSION CORDS; ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
9 8 AMPERAGE REQUIRED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft. 15A 14 gauge 12 gauge Not Recommended GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an elec- tric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. Thi...
Page 9 - TRANSPORTING THE MITER SAW; UNPACKING & TRANSPORTATION
9 8 UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, carefully remove the miter saw from the packaging. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed. Check the packing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accesso...
Page 10 - KNOW YOUR MITER SAW; TOOL PURPOSE
11 10 KNOW YOUR MITER SAW TOOL PURPOSE Miter Saws allow you to easily make cuts at a variety of angles. Refer to the following diagrams to become famil- iarized with all the parts and controls of your miter saw. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instru...
Page 12 - ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS; GUARD OPERATION; When the handle is lowered,; RAISING/LOWERING THE SAW ARM; To raise saw arm from the lower position:; ADJUSTING THE BEVEL ANGLE; For non-sliding cuts and transportation:
13 12 3 2 1 4 5 Fig. 2 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your miter saw. Failure to follow the safety instructi...
Page 13 - ADJUSTING THE MITER ANGLE; Clamp
13 12 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE MITER ANGLE The miter table can be adjusted from 0° to 45° to both left and right to create miter cuts. 1. Loosen the miter lock knob (Fig. 4 - 5) by turning it one or two turns counterclockwise. 2. Pull up on the miter stop lever (Fig. 4 ...
Page 14 - Back View; INSTALLING THE SUPPORT STAND
15 14 Back View 17-7/8" 18" WARNING: Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your miter saw. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result...
Page 15 - Instructions continue on the next page.
15 14 WARNING: Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according to the instructions. Read through and become familiarized with the following procedures of handling and adjusting your miter saw. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. S...
Page 17 - CHANGING THE SAW BLADE; Arbor
17 16 CHANGING THE SAW BLADE DANGER! Never try to use a blade larger than the stated capacity of the saw. Do not use a blade thicker than 1.9mm. It will prevent the blade screw from properly securing the blade on the spindle. Install the suitable blade for your cutting operation. 1. Unplug the tool ...
Page 19 - OPERATION
19 18 1. RAISE THE SAW ARM Before operation, raise the saw arm from the lower position. See section titled, "Raising/Lowering the Saw Arm" on page 12. 2. SET UP THE CUT ANGLE & DEPTH The miter saw can be set up to create cuts at different angles by adjust- ing the angle of the miter tabl...
Page 20 - CHECK BEFORE OPERATION; • For sliding cuts:
21 20 WARNING: Before operating the miter saw, make sure to equip yourself with a dust mask, ear protection, and safety glasses for protection from possible injuries. Tie back long hair and do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. DO NOT look into the laser beam, this can cause serious eye damage or b...
Page 21 - ROUTINE INSPECTION; CAUTION; CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT; MAINTENANCE
21 20 ROUTINE INSPECTION Before each use, inspect the general condition of the tool. If any of these following conditions exist, do not use until parts are replaced or the sharpener is properly repaired. Check for: • Loose hardware, • Misalignment or binding of moving parts, • Damaged cord/electrica...
Page 22 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
23 22 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Ineffective cutting perfor- mance Blade is dull Sharpen or replace blade. Blade is dirty Remove the blade and clean the surface and cutting edge with steel wool and turpentine. The blade is not secure Make sure the blade flanges are flush against the blade and arbor bolt...
Page 23 - EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
23 22 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 193 194 195 196 197 198 199 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase. Parts and accessories that wear down over the course of normal use are not covered under the warranty.
Page 27 - WARRANTY STATEMENT; LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE
27 26 WARRANTY STATEMENT WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purcha...
