5. Using the supplied Allen Key, release the
arbor bolt, remove washer, the blade collar,
and finally remove the blade. (Fig. H)
NOTE: The arbor screw is reverse threaded.
Turn to the right to loosen and to the left to tighten.
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J
(Fig. H)
6. Install the new 7-1/4 in blade. Make sure that
the rotation arrow on the blade matches the
clockwise rotation arrow on the upper guard.
NOTE: The blade teeth should always point
downward at the front of the saw.
(Fig. J)
11. Ensure that all blade guards are correctly
positioned and fully functional.
NOTE: Spacers and spindle rings should not
be used with this machine and/or blade.
1_,
WARNING
I
Ensure that the blade collars are clean and
correctly positioned on the arbor.
Lower the blade into the table and check
for any contact with the table or table insert.
If contact occurs see CUTTING HEAD
TRAVEL (page 25)
7. Install the blade, blade collar, washer and
arbor bolt, making sure that they are installed in
the correct order, as shown in (Fig. J) 1,2, 3, 4
8. Lock the arbor and tighten the arbor bolt
using moderate force, but do not overtighten.
9. Ensure that the Allen Key is removed and
the arbor lock has released by rotating the
blade by hand.
10. Return the auxiliary guard to its
service position.
MOUNTING THE MITER SAW
IA WARNING I
To reduce the risk of injury from unexpected
saw movement, place the saw in the
desired location either on a workbench or
other suitable machine stand. The base of
the saw has four mounting holes through
which suitable bolts can be placed to secure
the miter saw. If the saw is to be used in
one location, permanently fasten it to the
workbench using appropriate fasteners (not
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