Chicago Electric 61971 manual

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    Note: Blade sold separately . Visit our website at: http://www .harborfreight.com Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com 10" SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SA W WITH LASER GUIDE SYSTEM REV 14i Owner ’ s Manual & Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly , ope[...]

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    Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP T able of Contents Safety ......................................................... 2 Specifications ............................................. 7 Setup .......................................................... 8 Operation .................[...]

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    Page 3 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP T able A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (120 VOL T) NAMEPLA TE AMPERES (at full load) EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25′ 50′ 100′ 150′ 0 – 6 18 16 16 14 6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12 10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12 12.1 – 16 14 12 Do [...]

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    Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Grounding Instructions TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEA TH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION: Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provi[...]

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    Page 5 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP 8. Return all guards to original position if any are moved during blade replacement. Check all guards for proper operation after service. 9. Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that do no[...]

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    Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP V ibration Safety This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury , particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. T o reduce the risk of vibration-related injury: 1. [...]

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    Page 7 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Specifications Electrical Rating 120 V AC / 60 Hz / 15 A Motor No Load Speed 4800 RPM Arbor Diameter 5/8" Recommended Blade T ype General Purpose with Carbide T ips Maximum Blade Diameter 10" Positive T able Stops 0°, 15°, 22.5°, [...]

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    Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Setup - Before Use: Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM ACCIDENT AL OPERA TIO[...]

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    Page 9 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Bevel Angle Indicator Slide Lock Knob Fence T rigger Lock T rigger Lock T rigger Clamp Miter Lock Miter Knob Miter Scale Base T able Extension Kerf Board Description of Selected Functions Head Lockdown Pin: 2 3 1 Align pin with deep groove to [...]

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    Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. T OOL SET UP TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM ACCI[...]

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    Page 1 1 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Using the W orkpiece Extension Supports 1. The T able Extensions are inserted into each side of the Base, and locked in place using the Wing Screws. 2. When properly installed, the upper face of the T able Extensions are level with the T abl[...]

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    Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Using the Depth Stop If a kerfing or rabbet cut which does not cut through the workpiece is desired, use the Depth Stop Bolt to control the depth of the cut. W ARNING! Only adjust the front Depth Stop Bolt. The rear Bolt is used to prevent th[...]

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    Page 13 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP W orkpiece and Work Area Set Up 1. Designate a work area that is clean and well lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury . 2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area[...]

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    Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Maintenance and Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM ACCIDENT AL OPERA TION: T urn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the too[...]

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    Page 15 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Calibrating the Miter Angle Indicator After checking or adjusting the Fence to confirm that it is at 90º to the Blade, check the accuracy of the Miter Angle Indicator . 1. Loosen the screw holding the Angle Indicator in place. 2. Rotate it u[...]

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    Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP T roubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions T ool will not start 1. No power at outlet. 2. Cord not connected. 1. Check power at outlet. 2. Check that cord is plugged in. T ool operates sporadically or at low power 1. Low power [...]

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    Page 17 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Parts List and Diagram PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULL Y THE MANUF ACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE P ARTS LIST AND ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONL Y . NEITHER THE MANUF ACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY [...]

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    Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Part Description Qty 75 Arbor Insert (sold separately) – 76 Inner Flange 1 77 M5 x 16 Cross Pan Head Screw 2 78 Bearing Cover 1 79 Spindle 1 80 Woodruf f Key 4 1 81 6023 Bearing 1 82 Bearing Housing 1 83 Large Gear 1 84 Ø17 Circlip 1 85 HK[...]

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    Page 19 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61971 SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Assembly Diagram[...]

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    3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 9301 1 • 1-888-866-5797 Limited 90 Day W arranty Harbor Freight T ools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of[...]