RIDGID Saw MS1250LZA User Guide

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
12 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW  
WITh LASER  
MS1250LZA - Double Insulated  
Your miter saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and  
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.  
WARNING:  
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.  
Thank you for buying a RIDGID® product.  
SAVE ThIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES  
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work  
when practical, it is safer than using your hand and  
frees both hands to operate the tool.  
WARNING:  
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to  
follow all instructions listed below, may result in  
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.  
DO NOT OVERREACh. Keep proper footing and  
balance at all times.  
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITh CARE. Keep tools sharp  
andcleanforbetterandsaferperformance.Followinstruc-  
tions for lubricating and changing accessories.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS  
KNOWYOURPOWERTOOL.Readtheoperator’smanual  
carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as well  
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.  
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before  
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits,  
cutters, etc., alltoolsshouldbedisconnectedfrompower  
source.  
GUARDAGAINSTELECTRICALShOCKBYPREVENT-  
ING BODY CONTACT WITh GROUNDED SURFACES.  
For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclo-  
sures.  
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off  
when plugging in any tool.  
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the  
operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The  
use of improper accessories may result in injury.  
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.  
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENChES. Form  
habitofcheckingtoseethatkeysandadjustingwrenches  
are removed from tool before turning it on.  
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if  
the tool is tipped.  
KEEPWORKAREACLEAN.Clutteredareasandbenches  
invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood  
on the tool while it is in operation.  
ChECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the  
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be  
carefullycheckedtodeterminethatitwilloperateproperly  
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment  
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of  
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect  
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must  
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service  
center to avoid risk of personal injury.  
DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do  
not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose  
to rain. Keep the work area well lit.  
KEEP ChILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visi-  
tors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe  
distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact  
tool or extension cord while operating.  
USE ThE RIGhT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into  
a blade, cutter, or sanding spindle against the direction  
or rotation of the blade, cutter, or sanding spindle only.  
MAKE WORKShOP ChILDPROOF with padlocks,  
master switches, or by removing starter keys.  
DON’T FORCE ThE TOOL. It will do the job better and  
NEVERLEAVETOOLRUNNINGUNATTENDED. TURN  
ThE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a  
complete stop.  
safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.  
USE ThE RIGhT TOOL. Do not force the tool or attach-  
ment to do a job for which it was not designed.  
PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if  
USEThEPROPERExTENSIONCORD. Makesureyour  
extensioncordisingoodcondition.Useonlyacordheavy  
enough to carry the current your product will draw. An  
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage result-  
ing in loss of power and overheating. A wire gauge size  
(A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension  
cord ꢀ5 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next  
heaviergauge.Thesmallerthegaugenumber,theheavier  
the cord.  
the cutting operation is dusty.  
PROTECT YOUR hEARING. Wear hearing protection  
during extended periods of operation.  
DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or  
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from  
heat, oil, and sharp edges.  
USE OUTDOOR ExTENSION CORDS. When tool  
is used outdoors, use only extension cords with  
approved ground connection that are intended for use  
outdoors and so marked.  
DRESSPROPERLY.Donotwearlooseclothing,neckties,  
or jewelry that can get caught and draw you into moving  
parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recom-  
mended when working outdoors. Also wear protective  
hair covering to contain long hair.  
KEEP BLADES CLEAN, ShARP, AND WITh  
SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling  
and kickback.  
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITh SIDE  
ShIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-  
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.  
BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.  
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES  
NEVER USE IN AN ExPLOSIVE ATMOSPhERE.  
USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with  
incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or blade  
bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade  
capacity of your saw is 1ꢀ in.  
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.  
INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If dam-  
aged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at  
anauthorizedservicefacility.Theconductorwithinsulation  
havinganoutersurfacethatisgreenwithorwithoutyellow  
stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair  
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,  
do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a  
live terminal. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord  
immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and  
keep it well away from the rotating blade.  
BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUST-  
MENTS ARE SECURE.  
BE SURE BLADE PATh IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for  
and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.  
NEVER TOUCh BLADE or other moving parts during  
use.  
NEVER START A TOOL WhEN ANY ROTATING COM-  
PONENT IS IN CONTACT WITh ThE WORKPIECE.  
INSPECT ExTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and  
replace if damaged.  
DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WhILE UNDER ThE  
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOhOL, OR ANY  
MEDICATION.  
POLARIZEDPLUGS.Toreducetheriskofelectricshock,  
this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than  
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one  
way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the  
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician  
to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any  
way.  
WhENSERVICINGuseonlyidenticalreplacementparts.  
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause  
product damage.  
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed  
in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that  
are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury.  
Instructions for safe use of accessories are included  
with the accessory.  
KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND  
GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never  
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or  
any solvents to clean tool.  
DOUBLE ChECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is  
tight and not making contact with saw or workpiece  
before connecting to power supply.  
STAY ALERT AND ExERCISE CONTROL. Watch what  
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate  
tool when you are tired. Do not rush.  
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCh DOES NOT TURN IT  
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an  
authorized service center.  
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your tool to a workbench or  
OPERATINGYOURSAW.Lockthemitertablebysecurely  
tightening the miter lock levers. Lock the saw arm (bevel  
function) by securely tightening the bevel lock knob.  
table at approximately hip height.  
KEEP hANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Do not  
reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your  
hands and fingers for any reason. Always turn the power  
off.  
NEVER USE A LENGTh STOP ON ThE FREE SCRAP  
END OF A CLAMPED WORKPIECE. NEVER hold onto  
or bind the free scrap end of the workpiece in any opera-  
tion. If a work clamp and length stop are used together,  
they must both be installed on the same side of the saw  
table to prevent the saw from catching the loose end and  
kicking up.  
ALWAYSSUPPORTLONGWORKPIECESwhilecutting  
tominimizeriskofbladepinchingandkickback. Sawmay  
slip, walk or slide while cutting long or heavy boards.  
ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the workpiece when  
NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO NOT  
STACK more than one workpiece on the saw table at a  
time.  
possible.  
BE SURE ThE BLADE CLEARS ThE WORKPIECE.  
Never start the saw with the blade touching the  
workpiece. Allow motor to come up to full speed  
before starting cut.  
NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEhAND.  
Always place the workpiece to be cut on the miter table  
and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop.  
Always use the fence.  
MAKESUREThEMITERTABLEANDSAWARM(BEVEL  
FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN POSITION BEFORE  
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
NEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small to be  
MAKESUREThEWORKAREAhASAMPLELIGhTING  
toseetheworkandthatnoobstructionswillinterferewith  
safe operation BEFORE performing any work using your  
saw.  
clamped. Keep hands clear of the cutting area.  
NEVER reach behind, under, or within three inches of the  
blade and its cutting path with your hands and fingers for  
any reason.  
ALWAYS TURN OFF ThE SAW before disconnecting it  
to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power  
supply.NEVERleavethesawunattendedwhileconnected  
to a power source.  
NEVER reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of scrap,  
or anything else that is in or near the cutting path of the  
blade.  
ThIS TOOL should have the following markings:  
AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND hAND  
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your  
hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you  
have good balance. NEVER operate your miter saw  
on the floor or in a crouched position.  
a) Wear eye protection.  
b) Keep hands out of path of saw blade.  
c) Do not operate saw without guards in place.  
d) Do not perform any operation freehand.  
e) Never reach around saw blade.  
f) Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before  
moving workpiece or changing settings.  
g) Disconnect power (or unplug tool as applicable)  
before changing blade or servicing.  
NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with  
the path of the saw blade.  
ALWAYSreleasethepowerswitchandallowthesawblade  
to stop rotating before raising it out of the workpiece.  
DO NOT TURN ThE MOTOR SWITCh ON AND OFF  
RAPIDLY. This could cause the saw blade to loosen  
and could create a hazard. Should this ever occur,  
stand clear and allow the saw blade to come to a  
complete stop. Disconnect your saw from the power  
supply and securely retighten the blade bolt.  
h) No load speed.  
ALWAYS carry the tool only by the carrying handle.  
AVOID direct eye exposure when using the laser guide.  
ThIS SAW CAN TIP OVER if the saw head is released  
suddenly and the saw is not secured to a work surface.  
ALWAYS secure this saw to a stable work surface before  
any use to avoid serious personal injury.  
IF ANY PART OF ThIS MITER SAW IS MISSING or  
should break, bend, or fail in any way, or should any  
electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off  
the power switch, remove the miter saw plug from the  
powersourceandhavedamaged, missing, orfailedparts  
replaced before resuming operation.  
USE ThIS SAW TO CUT WOOD, WOOD PRODUCTS,  
AND SOME PLASTICS ONLY. DO NOT CUT METALS,  
CERAMICS OR MASONRY PRODUCTS.  
IF ThE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must  
be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized  
service center to avoid risk.  
SAVE ThESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them  
frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan  
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.  
ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained  
from frequent use of your saw) to cause a careless mis-  
take. ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction of  
a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.  
WARNING:  
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals  
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:  
• lead from lead-based paints,  
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and  
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.  
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure  
to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust  
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.  
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SYMBOLS  
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper  
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.  
SYMBOL  
NAME  
DESIGNATION/ExPLANATION  
V
Volts  
Voltage  
Current  
A
Hz  
W
Amperes  
Hertz  
Watt  
Frequency (cycles per second)  
Power  
min  
Minutes  
Time  
Alternating Current  
Direct Current  
Type of current  
Type or a characteristic of current  
Rotational speed, at no load  
Double-insulated construction  
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits, etc., per minute  
n
o
No Load Speed  
Class II Construction  
Per Minute  
.../min  
Wet Conditions Alert  
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.  
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand  
operator’s manual before using this product.  
Read The Operator’s Manual  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,  
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.  
Eye Protection  
Safety Alert  
Precautions that involve your safety.  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in  
serious personal injury.  
No Hands Symbol  
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any  
hot surface.  
Hot Surface  
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SYMBOLS  
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.  
SYMBOL  
SIGNAL  
MEANING  
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will  
result in death or serious injury.  
DANGER:  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could  
result in death or serious injury.  
WARNING:  
CAUTION:  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may  
result in minor or moderate injury.  
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in  
property damage.  
CAUTION:  
SERVICE  
WARNING:  
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should  
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For  
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest  
AUThORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic-  
ing, use only identical replacement parts.  
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt  
to use this product until you read thoroughly and  
understand completely the operator’s manual. Save  
this operator’s manual and review frequently for  
continuing safe operation and instructing others  
who may use this product. Call RIDGID® customer  
service for assistance.  
WARNING:  
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result  
in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses  
with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over  
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to  
comply with ANSI Z87.1.  
SAVE ThESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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ELECTRICAL  
DOUBLE INSULATION  
ExTENSION CORDS  
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power  
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire  
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated  
from the internal metal motor components with protect-  
ing insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be  
grounded.  
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from  
a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has  
the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An  
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in  
overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine  
the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only  
round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories  
(UL) should be used.  
WARNING:  
When working outdoors with a product, use an extension  
cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is  
designated with “WA” on the cord’s jacket.  
The double insulated system is intended to protect  
the user from shock resulting from a break in the  
tool’s internal wiring. Observe all normal safety  
precautions to avoid electrical shock.  
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or  
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.  
NOTE: Servicing of a product with double insulation requires  
extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be  
performed only by a qualified service technician. For service,  
we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized  
service center for repair. Always use original factory replace-  
ment parts when servicing.  
**Ampere rating (on product data plate)  
0-ꢀ.0  
ꢀ.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-1ꢀ.0 1ꢀ.1-16.0  
Cord Length  
Wire Size (A.W.G.)  
ꢀ5'  
50'  
16  
16  
16  
16  
16  
16  
16  
16  
14  
16  
14  
1ꢀ  
14  
14  
10  
14  
1ꢀ  
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION  
100'  
This tool has a precision-built electric motor. It should be  
connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 hz, AC  
only (normal household current). Do not operate this tool  
on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause  
a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the tool does  
not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the  
power supply.  
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.  
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge  
WARNING:  
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.  
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on  
lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are  
working with a power tool. Failure to do so can  
result in serious personal injury.  
WARNING:  
Check extension cords before each use. If dam-  
aged replace immediately. Never use tool with a  
damaged cord since touching the damaged area  
could cause electrical shock resulting in serious  
injury.  
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS  
Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws)  
A devise which, when properly installed and maintained,  
is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back  
toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.  
Non-Through Cuts  
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend  
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.  
Push Blocks (for jointer planers)  
Arbor  
Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer  
cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the  
operator's hands well away from the cutterhead.  
The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.  
Bevel Cut  
A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other  
than 90° to the table surface.  
Push Blocks and Push Sticks (for table saws)  
Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade  
during cutting operations. A push stick (not a push block)  
should be used for narrow ripping operations. These aids  
help keep the operator's hands well away from the blade.  
Chamfer  
A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of  
the end) is angled rather than at 90°.  
Pilot hole (drill presses)  
A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for  
drilling large holes accurately.  
Compound Cut  
A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.  
Cross Cut  
Resaw  
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the  
width of the workpiece.  
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece  
to make thinner pieces.  
Cutter head (planers and jointer planers)  
A rotating cutterhead with adjustable blades or knives. The  
blades or knives remove material from the workpiece.  
Resin  
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.  
Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)  
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one  
minute.  
Dado Cut  
A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch or  
trough in the workpiece (requires a special blade).  
Ripping or Rip Cut  
Featherboard  
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.  
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding  
it securely against the table or fence during any ripping  
operation.  
Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter (table saws)  
A metal piece, slightly thinner than the blade, which helps  
keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.  
FPM or SPM  
Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference  
to blade movement.  
Saw Blade Path  
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it  
applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has been  
cut by the blade.  
Freehand  
Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a  
fence, miter gauge, or other aids.  
Set  
The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or  
Gum  
set) outward from the face of the blade.  
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.  
Snipe (planers)  
heel  
Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter  
Alignment of the blade to the fence.  
blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.  
Kerf  
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the  
Through Sawing  
slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.  
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely  
through the thickness of the workpiece.  
Kickback  
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls,  
Throw-Back  
throwing the workpiece back toward operator.  
The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the  
workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed  
inadvertently in contact with the blade.  
Leading End  
The end of the workpiece pushed into the tool first.  
Workpiece or Material  
The item on which the operation is being done.  
Miter Cut  
A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle  
to the blade other than 90°.  
Worktable  
Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a  
cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.  
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FEATURES  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0°:  
Maximum nominal lumber sizes:. . . . . . . . . . ꢀ x 8, 4 x 4  
Blade Diameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1ꢀ in.  
Arbor Hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 in.  
No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,000 r/min. (RPM)  
Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1ꢀ0 V, 60 Hz, AC Only, 15 Amps  
Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 lbs.  
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°:  
Maximum nominal lumber sizes:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ꢀ x 6  
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°:  
Maximum nominal lumber sizes:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ꢀ x 8  
Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 45°:  
Maximum nominal lumber sizes:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ꢀ x 6  
bevel  
locK  
Knob  
bevel  
stop pin  
switch  
locK  
“D” hanDle  
upper blaDe  
guarD  
blaDe  
wrench  
storage  
switch  
trigger  
Dust  
guiDe  
lower blaDe  
guarD  
repeat-a-cut™  
bevel  
locK  
Knob  
Fence  
screw  
zero clearance  
throat plate  
Dust  
bag  
Miter  
scale  
Miter  
locK plate  
sliDing Miter  
Fence  
table  
extension  
Miter locK  
hanDle  
positive  
stop(s)  
saw base  
worK  
claMp  
Miter  
table  
Fig. 1  
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FEATURES  
locK  
pin  
KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW  
See Figure 1.  
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of  
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as  
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before  
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating  
features and safety rules.  
carrying  
hanDle  
35  
50  
40  
45  
15 AMP MOTOR  
This saw has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient  
power to handle tough cutting jobs. It is made with all ball  
bearings, and has externally accessible brushes for ease  
of servicing.  
12 in. BLADE  
A 1ꢀ in. blade is included with your compound miter saw. It  
will cut materials up to 7-7/8 in. wide, depending upon the  
angle at which the cut is being made.  
BLADE WRENCh STORAGE  
A blade wrench is packed with this saw. One end of the  
wrench is a phillips screwdriver and the other end is a hex  
key. Use the hex key end when installing or removing blade  
and the phillips end when removing or loosening screws. A  
storage area for the blade wrench is located in the saw's  
base.  
Miter locK  
hanDle  
saw arM locKeD in Down position  
Fig. ꢀ  
CARRYING hANDLE  
See Figure 2.  
switch  
trigger  
For convenience when carrying or transporting the miter  
saw from one place to another, a carrying handle has been  
provided on top of the saw arm. To transport, turn off and  
unplug the saw, then lower the saw arm and lock it in the  
down position. Lock saw arm by depressing the lock pin.  
MITER LOCK hANDLE  
See Figure 2.  
spinDle  
locK  
button  
The miter lock handle securely locks the saw at desired  
miter angles.  
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON  
See Figure 3.  
Fig. 3  
A spindle lock button has been provided for locking the  
spindle which keeps the blade in the saw from rotating.  
Depress and hold the lock button while installing, changing,  
or removing blade only.  
paDlocK  
SWITCh TRIGGER  
See Figure 4.  
To prevent unauthorized use of the compound miter saw,  
disconnect it from the power supply and lock the switch in  
the off position. To lock the switch, install a padlock (not  
included) through the hole in the switch trigger. A lock with  
a long shackle up to 9/3ꢀ in. diameter may be used. When  
the lock is installed and locked, the switch is inoperable.  
Store the padlock key in another location.  
Fig. 4  
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FEATURES  
ELECTRIC BRAKE  
LASER GUIDE  
An electric brake has been provided to quickly stop blade  
rotation after the switch is released.  
For more accurate cuts, a laser guide is included with your  
miter saw. When used properly, the laser guide makes  
accurate, precision cutting simple and easy.  
REPEAT-A-CUT™  
See Figure 5.  
POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE  
Positive stops have been provided at 0°, 15°, ꢀꢀ.5°, 31.6°, and  
45°. The 0°, 15°, ꢀꢀ.5°, 31.6°, and 45° positive stops have been  
provided on both the left and right side of the miter table.  
The Repeat-A-Cut™ feature on both the left and right side  
miter fences can be used when making repetitive cuts.  
Simply mark the fence with a pencil, make the desired  
number of cut(s), then wipe the mark off with a soft cloth.  
BEVEL LOCK KNOB  
The bevel lock knob securely locks your compound miter  
saw at desired bevel angles.  
SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE GUARD  
The lower blade guard is made of shock-resistant, see-  
through plastic that provides protection from each side of  
the blade. It retracts over the upper blade guard as the saw  
is lowered into the workpiece.  
BEVEL STOP PIN  
The bevel stop pin has three positions:  
1. Override (pin pulled completely out)  
ꢀ. The 0° - 45° position (middle position)  
repeat-a-cut™  
3. The 0° - 33.9° position for crown molding (pin pushed in)  
SLIDING MITER FENCE  
The sliding miter fence on your compound miter saw has  
been provided to hold your workpiece securely against when  
making all cuts; the left side is larger providing additional  
support. It has a sliding feature for clearance of the saw arm  
when making bevel or compound cuts.  
Loosen the fence screw before attempting to slide the miter  
fence. Once the desired position of the miter fence is deter-  
mined, tighten the fence screw to secure the sliding fence.  
Fig. 5  
TOOLS NEEDED  
The following tools (not included) are needed for making adjustments:  
coMbination sQuare  
Fig. 6  
FraMing sQuare  
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LOOSE PARTS  
The following items are included with your Compound Miter Saw:  
Miter Lock Handle  
Dust Bag  
Washer (ꢀ)  
Blade Wrench  
Hex Key, 1/16 in.  
Laser  
Dust Guide  
Work Clamp  
Table Extension  
Socket Head Screw (ꢀ)  
Blade Bolt  
Operator’s Manual (not shown)  
Dust guiDe  
blaDe  
bolt  
laser  
socKet heaD  
screws  
washer  
table  
extension  
hex Key,  
1/16 in.  
Dust bag  
blaDe  
wrench  
Miter  
locK hanDle  
worK claMp  
Fig. 7  
WARNING:  
The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious personal injury.  
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ASSEMBLY  
UNPACKING  
This product requires assembly.  
WARNING:  
Carefully lift saw from the carton by the carrying handle  
and the saw base, and place it on a level work surface.  
NOTE: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with  
your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.  
This saw has been shipped with the saw arm secured in  
the down position. To release the saw arm, push down  
on the top of the saw arm, cut the tie-wrap, and pull out  
on the lock pin.  
Lift the saw arm by the handle. Hand pressure should  
remain on the saw arm to prevent sudden rise upon  
release of the tie wrap.  
Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or  
damage occurred during shipping.  
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is  
complete. Failure to comply could result in acciden-  
tal starting and possible serious personal injury.  
WARNING:  
Do not start the compound miter saw without  
checking for interference between the blade and  
the miter fence. Damage could result to the blade  
if it strikes the miter fence during operation of the  
saw.  
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-  
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.  
The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After  
assembling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has influ-  
encedthesettings,refertospecificproceduresexplained  
in this manual.  
WARNING:  
Always make sure the compound miter saw is  
securely mounted to a workbench or an approved  
workstand. Failure to heed this warning can result  
in serious personal injury.  
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call  
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.  
MOUNTING hOLES  
See Figure 8.  
WARNING:  
The compound miter saw should be mounted to a firm  
supporting surface such as a workbench. Four bolt holes  
have been provided in the saw base for this purpose. Each  
of the four mounting holes should be bolted securely using  
3/8 in. machine bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts (not  
included). Bolts should be of sufficient length to accommo-  
date the saw base, lock washers, hex nuts, and the thickness  
of the workbench. Tighten all four bolts securely.  
If any parts are damaged or missing, do not oper-  
ate this tool until the missing parts are replaced.  
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious  
personal injury.  
WARNING:  
The hole pattern for mounting to a workbench is shown in  
figure 8. Carefully check the workbench after mounting to  
make sure that no movement can occur during use. If any  
tipping, sliding, or walking is noted, secure the workbench  
to the floor before operating.  
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create acces-  
sories not recommended for use with this tool. Any  
such alteration or modification is misuse and could  
result in a hazardous condition leading to possible  
serious personal injury.  
trace holes  
at these locations  
For hole pattern  
trace holes  
at these locations  
For hole pattern  
Mounting  
surFace  
saw base  
Fig. 8  
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TABLE ExTENSION  
See Figure 9.  
The table extension can be used on the left side of the miter  
saw. To assemble and install the table extension:  
Insert socket head screw and washer into the two holes  
in the side of the miter saw base.  
Tighten securely.  
MITER LOCK hANDLE  
See Figure 10.  
To install the miter lock handle, place the threaded stud on  
the end of the miter lock handle into the threaded hole in the  
control arm under miter table. Turn clockwise to tighten.  
DUST GUIDE  
See Figure 11.  
to  
tighten  
Insert the dust guide inside the exhaust port in the upper  
blade guard. Turn the guide so that the open end is facing  
down or toward the rear of the saw.  
Miter  
locK  
hanDle  
to  
loosen  
control  
arM  
Fig. 10  
upper  
blaDe guarD  
Dust  
guiDe  
table  
extension  
35  
45  
40  
exhaust  
port  
washer  
socKet heaD  
screw  
washer  
Fig. 9  
Fig. 11  
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DUST BAG  
See Figure 12.  
A dust bag is provided for use on this miter saw. It fits  
over the dust guide on the upper blade guard. To install it,  
squeeze the two metal clips to open the mouth of the bag  
and slide it on the dust guide. Release the clips. The metal  
ring in the bag should lock in between the grooves on the  
dust guide.  
Dust  
bag  
To remove the dust bag for emptying, simply reverse the  
above procedure.  
WORK CLAMP  
See Figure 13.  
35  
45  
40  
WARNING:  
In some operations, the work clamp assembly  
may interfere with the operation of the blade guard  
assembly. Always make sure there is no interfer-  
ence with the blade guard prior to beginning any  
cutting operation to reduce the risk of serious  
personal injury.  
Fig. 1ꢀ  
The work clamp provides greater control by clamping the  
workpiece to the fence. It also prevents the workpiece from  
creeping toward the saw blade. This is very helpful when  
cutting compound miters.  
Depending on the cutting operation and the size of the  
workpiece, it may be necessary to use a C-clamp instead  
of the work clamp to secure the workpiece prior to making  
the cut.  
To install the work clamp:  
Place the shaft of the work clamp in either hole on the  
saw table base.  
QuicK  
release  
lever  
Rotate the knob on the work clamp to move it in or out  
as needed.  
NOTE: The work clamp has a quick release lever that makes  
positioning of the work clamp effortless.  
saw  
base  
worK  
claMp  
Fig. 13  
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laser guiDe  
or outer  
blaDe washer  
WARNING:  
In some operations, the work clamp assembly may  
interfere with the operation of the blade guard as-  
sembly. Always make sure there is no interference  
with the blade guard prior to beginning any cutting  
operation to reduce the risk of serious personal  
injury.  
screw  
blaDe  
bolt  
blaDe  
inner blaDe  
washer  
TO INSTALL BLADE  
See Figure 14.  
blaDe bolt  
cover  
WARNING:  
lower  
blaDe  
guarD  
A 1ꢀ in. blade is the maximum blade capacity of  
the saw. Never use a blade that is too thick to allow  
outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the  
spindle. Larger blades will come in contact with the  
blade guards, while thicker blades will prevent the  
blade bolt from securing the blade on the spindle.  
Either of these situations could result in a serious  
accident and can cause serious personal injury.  
blaDe  
to  
loosen  
screw  
inner blaDe  
washer  
Unplug the saw.  
Raise saw arm.  
to  
tighten  
Rotate lower blade guard up and loosen screw. Rotate  
blade bolt cover up and back to expose the blade bolt.  
Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the blade bolt  
until the spindle locks.  
Using the wrench provided, loosen and remove the blade  
blaDe  
bolt  
bolt.  
laser guiDe or  
outer blaDe  
washer  
Flat  
on spinDle  
NOTE: The blade bolt has left hand threads. Turn blade  
bolt clockwise to loosen.  
Fig. 14  
Remove the outer blade washer or the laser guide. Do  
not remove the inner blade washer.  
Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer or the laser  
guide and the outer blade washer or laser guide where  
they contact the blade.  
CAUTION:  
Always install the blade with the blade teeth and  
the arrow printed on the side of the blade pointing  
down at the front of the saw. The direction of blade  
rotation is also stamped with an arrow on the upper  
blade guard.  
WARNING:  
If inner blade washer has been removed, replace  
it before placing blade on spindle. Failure to do  
so could cause an accident since blade will not  
tighten properly.  
Replace outer blade washer or the laser guide. The  
double “D” flats on the blade washers align with the flats  
on the spindle.  
Fit saw blade inside lower blade guard and onto spindle.  
The blade teeth point downward at the front of saw as  
shown in figure 14.  
Depress spindle lock button and replace blade bolt.  
NOTE: The blade bolt has left hand threads. Turn blade  
bolt counterclockwise to tighten.  
Tighten blade bolt securely.  
Replace the lower blade guard and blade bolt cover.  
Retighten the screw securely.  
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ASSEMBLY  
WARNING:  
Make sure the spindle lock button is not engaged  
before reconnecting saw into power source. Never  
engage spindle lock button when blade is rotating.  
DANGER:  
Laser radiation. Avoid direct eye contact with light  
source.  
ALIGNING ThE LASER GUIDE LINE  
See Figure 15.  
The laser guide will generate a laser line on the work surface  
when the saw blade is spinning. The laser line will appear as  
a broken line on the workpiece when the blade assembly is  
in the uppermost position and the motor switch is activated.  
This broken line will let you see your mark and your laser  
guide line at the same time, and will assist you in lining up  
your mark for more accurate cutting of the workpiece.  
35  
45  
40  
broKen  
line  
Align the laser line and your mark with the blade at the  
uppermostposition. Once bothlines are in alignment, donot  
move the workpiece until after you have finished cutting.  
Fig. 15  
As the blade assembly is lowered toward the workpiece, the  
broken line will become solid.  
Follow the directions below for using the laser guide:  
Removing Your Mark:  
Position the laser line on the left edge of your mark on the  
work surface in order to remove the mark.  
To Cut the Mark:  
Position the laser line near or over your mark on the work  
surface in order to cut the mark.  
To Leave the Mark:  
Position the laser line near the right edge of your mark on  
the work surface in order to leave the mark.  
After you have become familiar with using the laser guide,  
you will be able to remove, cut, or leave your mark on the  
work surface. Practice will teach you the correct position for  
aligning the laser line with your mark. To adjust the position of  
the laser line, see the Adjustments section of this manual.  
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ASSEMBLY  
cap heaD  
screws  
CUTTING A SLOT IN ThE ZERO CLEARANCE  
ThROAT PLATE  
In order to use your compound miter saw, you must cut  
a slot through the zero clearance throat plate to allow for  
blade clearance. To cut the slot, set your saw at 0° miter,  
turn saw on and allow the blade to reach full speed, then  
carefully make a straight cut as far as it will go through the  
throat plate. Turn your saw off and allow the blade to come  
to a complete stop before raising the saw arm.  
Next, adjust the bevel angle to 45°, turn your saw on and al-  
low the blade to reach full speed, then carefully make another  
cut through the zero clearance throat plate. The slot in the  
throat plate will then be wide enough to allow the blade to  
pass through it at any angle from 0° to 45°.  
NOTE: Many of the illustrations in this manual show only  
portions of the compound miter saw. This is intentional  
so that we can clearly show points being made in the  
illustrations. Never operate the saw without all guards se-  
curely in place and in good operating condition.  
SQUARING ThE SAW BLADE TO ThE FENCE  
See Figures 16 - 21  
Fig. 16  
Unplug the saw.  
sliDing  
Miter  
Fence  
blaDe  
WARNING:  
Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental  
starting causing possible serious personal injury.  
Miter  
locK  
plate  
Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage the lock  
35  
50  
40  
45  
pin to hold the saw arm in transport position.  
Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one-half  
Miter  
locK  
hanDle  
turn.  
FraMing  
sQuare  
Miter  
table  
Depress the miter lock plate and rotate the miter table  
until the pointer on the control arm is positioned at 0°.  
Release the miter lock plate and securely tighten the miter  
view oF blaDe sQuare with Fence  
lock handle.  
Fig. 17  
Lay a framing square flat on the miter table. Place one  
leg of the square against the fence. Slide the other leg  
of the square against the flat part of saw blade.  
NOTE: Make sure that the square contacts the flat part  
of the saw blade, not the blade teeth.  
The edge of the square and the saw blade should be  
parallel as shown in figure 17.  
If the front or back edge of the saw blade angles away  
from the square as shown in figures 19 and ꢀ0, adjust-  
ments are needed.  
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sliDing  
Miter  
Fence  
CAUTION:  
To keep from losing control of the unit, steady the  
base with one hand while loosening the two bolts  
with the other hand.  
With the unit securely resting on a large stable surface,  
tilt the unit by lifting up on one side of the base.  
35  
50  
45  
40  
blaDe  
Using a combination wrench, loosen the two cap head  
screws on the underside of the saw table.  
Return the saw to its normal resting position. Make sure  
the miter lock knob is loose but do not release the miter  
lock plate.  
FraMing  
sQuare  
Miter  
table  
Use the miter saw knob to move the table so that the  
blade contacts the full length of the framing square. Turn  
the miter lock knob clockwise to lock saw square to the  
fence.  
view oF blaDe not sQuare with Fence,  
aDJustMents are reQuireD  
Fig. 19  
Tilt the unit by lifting up on one side of the base and  
tighten cap head screws.  
Recheck blade squareness to fence and readjust if  
sliDing  
Miter  
Fence  
necessary.  
Your saw has several scale indicators. After squaring adjust-  
ments have been made, it may be necessary to loosen the  
indicators screws and reset them to zero. See Figure 18.  
blaDe  
35  
50  
45  
40  
FraMing  
sQuare  
Miter  
table  
view oF blaDe not sQuare with Fence,  
aDJustMents are reQuireD  
Fig. ꢀ0  
inDicator  
point  
scale  
inDicator  
bevel  
scale  
Miter  
scale  
inDicator  
screw  
scale  
inDicator  
Fig. 18  
inDicator  
screw  
Fig. ꢀ1  
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bevel  
locK  
Knob  
SQUARING ThE BLADE TO ThE MITER TABLE  
See Figures 22 - 25.  
Unplug the saw.  
blaDe  
Miter  
Fence  
WARNING:  
Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental  
starting causing possible serious personal injury.  
Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage the lock  
35  
50  
45  
40  
pin to hold the saw arm in transport position.  
Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one-half  
turn.  
Miter  
Miter  
locK  
Depress the miter lock plate and rotate the miter table  
Miter  
table  
locK plate  
until the pointer on the control arm is positioned at 0°.  
hanDle  
coMbination  
sQuare  
Release the miter lock plate and securely tighten the miter  
correct view oF blaDe  
sQuare with Miter table  
lock handle.  
Loosen bevel lock knob and set saw arm at 0° bevel (blade  
Fig. ꢀꢀ  
set 90° to miter table). Tighten bevel lock knob.  
Place a combination square against the miter table and  
the flat part of saw blade.  
NOTE: Make sure that the square contacts the flat part  
of the saw blade, not the blade teeth.  
Rotate the blade by hand and check the blade-to-table  
alignment at several points.  
The edge of the square and the saw blade should be  
parallel as shown in figure ꢀꢀ.  
If the top or bottom of the saw blade angles away from  
the square as shown in figures ꢀꢀ and ꢀ4, adjustments  
are needed.  
5
3
50  
45  
40  
coMbination  
sQuare  
Loosen the bevel lock knob.  
Using the blade wrench, loosen the bevel stop adjustment  
screw and slide the bevel stop left or right as needed  
to bring the saw blade into alignment with the square.  
Retighten bevel stop adjustment screw. See Figure 25.  
view oF blaDe not sQuare with Miter table,  
aDJustMents are reQuireD  
Fig. ꢀ3  
Retighten bevel lock knob. Recheck blade-to-table align-  
ment.  
NOTE: The above procedure can be used to check blade  
squareness of the saw blade to the miter table at both 0°  
and 45° angles.  
Your saw has several scale indicators. After squaring adjust-  
ments have been made, it may be necessary to loosen the  
indicators screws and reset them to zero. See Figure 21.  
35  
50  
45  
40  
coMbination  
sQuare  
view oF blaDe not sQuare with Miter table,  
aDJustMents are reQuireD  
Fig. ꢀ4  
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bevel  
locK Knob  
PIVOT ADJUSTMENTS  
NOTE: These adjustments were made at the factory and  
normally do not require readjustment.  
TRAVEL PIVOT ADJUSTMENT  
The saw arm should rise completely to the up position  
bevel stop  
aDJustMent  
screw  
by itself.  
bevel  
stop pin  
If the saw arm does not raise by itself or if there is play  
in the pivot joints, have saw repaired at your nearest  
AUThORIZED SERVICE CENTER.  
BEVEL PIVOT ADJUSTMENT  
The compound miter saw should bevel easily by  
loosening the bevel lock knob and tilting the saw arm  
to the left.  
bevel  
stop  
If movement is tight or if there is play in the pivot, have  
saw repaired at your nearest AUThORIZED SERVICE  
CENTER.  
Fig. ꢀ5  
OPERATION  
WARNING:  
WARNING:  
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you  
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a  
second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.  
Before starting any cutting operation, clamp or bolt  
your miter saw to a workbench. Never operate your  
miter saw on the floor or in a crouched position.  
Failure to heed this warning can result in serious  
personal injury.  
WARNING:  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with  
side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so  
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes  
resulting in possible serious injury.  
WARNING:  
To avoid serious personal injury, keep your hands  
outside the no hands zone; at least 3 in. from blade.  
Never perform any cutting operation freehand (with-  
out holding workpiece against the fence). The blade  
could grab the workpiece if it slips or twists.  
WARNING:  
Do not use any attachments or accessories not  
recommended by the manufacturer of this tool.  
The use of attachments or accessories not recom-  
mended can result in serious personal injury.  
WARNING:  
Do not start your compound miter saw without  
checking for interference between the blade and  
the miter fence. Damage could result to the blade  
if it strikes the miter fence during operation of the  
saw.  
APPLICATIONS  
This product has been designed only for the purposes  
listed below:  
Cross cutting wood and plastic.  
Cross cutting miters, joints, etc. for picture frames,  
moldings, door casings, and fine joinery.  
NOTE: The blade provided is fine for most wood cutting  
operations, but for fine joinery cuts or cutting plastic, use one  
of the accessory blades available from the RIDGID dealer.  
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OPERATION  
When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding, support  
the opposite end of the stock with a roller stand or with  
a work surface level with the saw table. See Figure 32.  
CUTTING WITh YOUR COMPOUND MITER  
SAW  
Align cutting line on the workpiece with the edge of saw  
WARNING:  
blade.  
When using a work clamp or C-clamp to secure  
your workpiece, clamp workpiece on one side of  
the blade only. The workpiece must remain free  
on one side of the blade to prevent the blade from  
binding in workpiece. The workpiece binding the  
blade will cause motor stalling and kickback. This  
situation could cause an accident resulting in pos-  
sible serious personal injury.  
Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure  
it against the fence. Use the work clamp or a C-clamp to  
secure the workpiece when possible.  
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the cutting  
operation just to make sure that no problems will occur  
when the cut is made.  
Grasp the saw handle firmly. Depress the switch lock  
with thumb then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow several  
seconds for the blade to reach maximum speed.  
Slowly lower the blade into and through the workpiece.  
WARNING:  
Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade to stop  
rotating before raising the blade out of workpiece. Wait  
until the electric brake stops blade from turning before  
removing the workpiece from the miter table.  
To avoid serious personal injury, always tighten the  
miter lock handle securely before making a cut.  
Failure to do so could result in movement of the  
control arm or miter table while making a cut.  
TO CROSS CUT  
See Figure 26.  
A cross cut is made by cutting across the grain of the  
workpiece. A straight cross cut is made with the miter table  
set at the 0° position. Miter cross cuts are made with the  
miter table set at some angle other than zero.  
Pull out the lock pin and lift saw arm to its full height.  
Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter lock handle  
approximately one-half turn to the left to loosen.  
straight  
cross cut  
Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb and  
hold.  
Rotate the miter table until the pointer aligns with the  
desired angle on the miter scale.  
Release the miter lock plate.  
NOTE: You can quickly locate 0°, 15°, ꢀꢀ.5°, 31.6°, and 45°  
left or right by releasing the lock plate as you rotate the  
control arm. The lock plate will seat itself in one of the  
positive stop notches, located in the miter table base.  
worK claMp  
Fig. ꢀ6  
Tighten the miter lock handle securely.  
Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with one edge  
securely against the fence. If the board is warped, place  
the convex side against the fence. If the concave edge  
of a board is placed against the fence, the board could  
collapse on the blade at the end of the cut, jamming the  
blade. See Figures 34 - 35.  
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OPERATION  
TO BEVEL CUT  
See Figures 27 - 29.  
A bevel cut is made by cutting across the grain of the  
workpiece with the blade angled to the workpiece. A straight  
bevel cut is made with the miter table set at the zero degree  
position and the blade set at an angle between -ꢀ° and 47°.  
bevel  
scale  
scale  
inDicator  
NOTE: It may be necessary to adjust the sliding miter fence  
to assure proper clearance prior to making the cut.  
Pull out the lock pin and lift saw arm to its full height.  
Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter lock han-  
inDicator  
point  
dle approximately one-half turn to the left to loosen.  
Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb and  
inDicator  
screw  
hold.  
Rotate the miter table until the pointer aligns with zero  
Fig. ꢀ7  
on the miter scale.  
Release the miter lock plate.  
NOTE: You can quickly locate zero by releasing the lock  
plate as you rotate the control arm. The lock plate will seat  
itself in one of the built-in positive stop notches, located  
in the miter table frame.  
bevel cut  
Tighten the miter lock handle securely.  
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Loosen the bevel lock knob and move the saw arm to  
the left to the desired bevel angle.  
Bevel angles can be set from -ꢀ° to 47°.  
Once the saw arm has been set at the desired angle,  
securely tighten the bevel lock knob.  
Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with one edge  
securely against the fence. If the board is warped, place  
the convex side against the fence. If the concave edge  
of a board is placed against the fence, the board could  
collapse on the blade at the end of the cut, jamming the  
blade. See Figures 34 - 35.  
When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding, support  
the opposite end of the stock with a roller stand or with  
a work surface level with the saw table. See Figure 32.  
worK claMp  
Fig. ꢀ8  
Align the cutting line on the workpiece with the edge of  
saw blade.  
Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure it against  
the fence. Use the work clamp or a C-clamp to secure  
the workpiece when possible. See Figure 30.  
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the cutting  
operation just to make sure that no problems will occur  
when the cut is made.  
Grasp the saw handle firmly. Depress the switch lock  
with thumb then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow several  
seconds for the blade to reach maximum speed.  
bevel  
stop pin  
Fig. ꢀ9  
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OPERATION  
Slowly lower the blade into and through the workpiece.  
coMpounD  
Miter cut  
Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade to stop  
rotating before raising the blade out of workpiece. Wait  
until the electric brake stops blade from turning before  
removing the workpiece from miter table.  
TO COMPOUND MITER CUT  
A compound miter cut is a cut made using a miter angle and  
a bevel angle at the same time. This type of cut is used to  
make picture frames, cut molding, make boxes with sloping  
sides, and for certain roof framing cuts.  
To make this type of cut the control arm on the miter table  
must be rotated to the correct angle and the saw arm must  
be tilted to the correct bevel angle. Care should always  
be taken when making compound miter setups due to the  
interaction of the two angle settings.  
Adjustments of miter and bevel settings are interdependent  
with one another. Each time you adjust the miter setting you  
change the effect of the bevel setting. Also, each time you  
adjust the bevel setting you change the effect of the miter  
setting.  
worK claMp  
Fig. 30  
It may take several settings to obtain the desired cut. The  
firstanglesettingshouldbecheckedaftersettingthesecond  
angle, since adjusting the second angle affects the first.  
Make a test cut in scrap material.  
Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with one edge  
securely against the fence. If the board is warped, place  
the convex side against the fence. If the concave edge  
of a board could collapse on the blade at the end of the  
cut, jamming the blade. See Figures 34 - 35.  
Once the two correct settings for a particular cut have been  
obtained, always make a test cut in scrap material before  
making a finish cut in good material.  
Pull out the lock pin and lift saw arm to its full height.  
When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding, support  
the opposite end of the stock with a roller stand or with  
a work surface level with the saw table. See Figure 32.  
Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter lock han-  
dle approximately one-half turn to the left to loosen.  
Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb and  
hold.  
Rotate the miter table until the pointer aligns with the  
desired angle on the miter scale.  
Release the miter lock plate.  
NOTE: You can quickly locate 0°, 15°, ꢀꢀ.5°, 31.6°, and  
45° left or right by releasing the miter lock plate as you  
rotate the control arm. The miter lock plate will seat itself  
in one of the positive stop notches, located in the miter  
table base.  
Tighten the miter lock handle securely.  
Loosen the bevel lock knob and move the saw arm to  
the left to the desired bevel angle.  
Bevel a gles ca be set from -2˚ to 47˚.  
Once the saw arm has been set at the desired angle,  
securely tighten the bevel lock knob.  
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OPERATION  
Align the cutting line on the workpiece with the edge of  
saw blade.  
Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure it against  
the fence. Use the work clamp or a C-clamp to secure  
the workpiece when possible. See Figure 30.  
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the cutting  
operation just to make sure that no problems will occur  
when the cut is made.  
Grasp the saw handle firmly. Depress the switch lock  
with thumb then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow several  
seconds for the blade to reach maximum speed.  
Slowly lower the blade into and through the workpiece.  
See Figures 30 - 31.  
Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade to  
stop rotating before raising the blade out of workpiece.  
Wait until the electric brake stops blade from turning  
before removing the workpiece from miter table.  
SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES  
See Figure 32.  
Long workpieces need extra supports. Supports should be  
placed along the workpiece so it does not sag. The support  
should let the workpiece lay flat on the base of the saw and  
work table during the cutting operation. Use the work clamp  
or a C-clamp to secure the workpiece.  
45° x 45° coMpounD Miter cut  
Fig. 31  
long  
worKpiece  
35  
45  
40  
worKpiece  
supports  
Fig. 3ꢀ  
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OPERATION  
CUTTING COMPOUND MITERS  
To aid in making the correct settings, the compound angle setting chart below has been provided. Since compound cuts are  
the most difficult to accurately obtain, trial cuts should be made in scrap material, and much thought and planning made,  
prior to making your required cut.  
nuMber oF siDes  
pitch  
oF siDe  
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
M- 30.00°  
B- 0.00°  
M- 45.00° M- 36.00°  
B- 0.00° B- 0.00°  
M- ꢀꢀ.50°  
B- 0.00°  
M- ꢀ5.71°  
B- 0.00°  
M- ꢀ0.00° M- 18.00°  
B- 0.00° B- 0.00°  
0°  
M- ꢀꢀ.4ꢀ°  
B- 1.91°  
M- 17.94°  
M- 19.93°  
M- 44.89°  
B- 3.53°  
M- 35.90° M- ꢀ9.91° M- ꢀ5.63°  
B- ꢀ.94° B- ꢀ.50° B- ꢀ.17°  
5°  
10°  
15°  
ꢀ0°  
ꢀ5°  
30°  
35°  
40°  
45°  
B- 1.54°  
B- 1.71°  
M- 19.7ꢀ°  
M- 17.74°  
M- 44.56° M- 35.58°  
B- 7.05° B- 5.86°  
M- ꢀ9.6ꢀ° M- ꢀ5.37° M- ꢀꢀ.19°  
B- 4.98° B- 4.3ꢀ° B- 3.81°  
B- 3.40°  
B- 3.08°  
M- 44.01° M- 35.06° M- ꢀ9.15°  
B- 10.55° B- 8.75° B- 7.44°  
M- ꢀ1.81° M- 19.37° M- 17.4ꢀ°  
B- 5.68° B- 5.08° B- 4.59°  
M- ꢀ4.95°  
B- 6.45°  
M- ꢀ8.48°  
B- 9.85°  
M- 34.3ꢀ°  
B- 11.60°  
M- ꢀ4.35° M- ꢀ1.ꢀ7° M- 18.88° M- 16.98°  
B- 8.53° B- 7.5ꢀ° B- 6.7ꢀ° B- 6.07°  
M- 43.ꢀꢀ°  
B- 14.00°  
M- 4ꢀ.19° M- 33.36° M- ꢀ7.6ꢀ° M- ꢀ3.56° M- ꢀ0.58° M- 18.ꢀ6°  
B- 17.39° B- 14.38° B- 1ꢀ.ꢀ0° B- 10.57° B- 9.31° B- 8.31°  
M- 16.41°  
B- 7.50°  
M- 40.89° M- 3ꢀ.18° M- ꢀ6.57° M- ꢀꢀ.64° M- 19.73° M- 17.50°  
B- ꢀ0.70° B- 17.09° B- 14.48° B- 1ꢀ.53° B- 11.03° B- 9.85°  
M- 15.7ꢀ°  
B- 8.89°  
M- 39.3ꢀ°  
B- ꢀ3.93°  
M- ꢀ5.31°  
B- 16.67°  
M- 16.60°  
B- 11.31°  
M- 30.76°  
B- 19.70°  
M- ꢀ1.53° M- 18.74°  
B- 14.41° B- 1ꢀ.68°  
M- 14.90°  
B- 10.ꢀ1°  
M- 37.45° M- ꢀ9.10°  
B- ꢀ7.03° B- ꢀꢀ.ꢀ0°  
M- ꢀ0.ꢀ5° M- 17.60° M- 15.58°  
B- 16.19° B- 14.ꢀ4° B- 1ꢀ.70°  
M- ꢀ3.86°  
B- 18.75°  
M- 13.98°  
B- 11.46°  
M- 35.ꢀ6°  
B- 30.00°  
M- ꢀꢀ.ꢀ1°  
B- ꢀ0.70°  
M- 14.43°  
B- 14.00°  
M- ꢀ7.19°  
B- ꢀ4.56°  
M- 18.80° M- 16.3ꢀ°  
B- 17.87° B- 15.70°  
M- 1ꢀ.94°  
B- 1ꢀ.6ꢀ°  
M- 3ꢀ.73°  
B- 3ꢀ.80°  
M- ꢀ0.36°  
B- ꢀꢀ.5ꢀ°  
M- ꢀ5.03°  
B- ꢀ6.76°  
M- 17.ꢀ0° M- 14.91° M- 13.17° M- 11.80°  
B- 19.41° B- 17.05° B- 15.19° B- 13.69°  
50°  
55°  
60°  
65°  
70°  
75°  
80°  
85°  
90°  
M- 18.3ꢀ°  
B- ꢀ4.18°  
M- ꢀ9.84° M- ꢀꢀ.6ꢀ°  
B- 35.40° B- ꢀ8.78°  
M- 15.44° M- 13.36° M- 11.79° M- 10.56°  
B- ꢀ0.8ꢀ° B- 18.ꢀ7° B- 16.ꢀ7° B- 14.66°  
M- 19.96°  
B- 30.60°  
M- 13.54° M- 11.70° M- 10.31°  
B- ꢀꢀ.07° B- 19.35° B- 17.ꢀ3°  
M- ꢀ6.57°  
B- 37.76°  
M- 16.10°  
B- ꢀ5.66°  
M- 9.ꢀ3°  
B- 15.5ꢀ°  
M- 13.71°  
B- ꢀ6.95°  
M- 7.8ꢀ°  
B -16.ꢀ6°  
M- ꢀꢀ.91° M- 17.07°  
B- 39.86° B- 3ꢀ.19°  
M- 11.50° M- 9.93° M- 8.74°  
B- ꢀ3.16° B- ꢀ0.ꢀ9° B- 18.06°  
M- 18.88° M- 13.95° M- 11.17° M- 9.35° M- 8.06° M- 7.10°  
B- 41.64° B- 33.53° B- ꢀ8.0ꢀ° B- ꢀ4.06° B- ꢀ1.08° B- 18.75°  
M- 6.34°  
B- 16.88°  
M- 14.51° M- 10.65°  
B- 43.08° B- 34.59°  
M- 7.10° M- 6.1ꢀ° M- 5.38°  
B- ꢀ4.78° B- ꢀ1.69° B- 19.ꢀ9°  
M- 8.50°  
B- ꢀ8.88°  
M- 5.73°  
B- ꢀ9.50°  
M- 4.81°  
B- 17.37°  
M- 9.85° M- 7.19°  
B- 44.14° B- 35.37°  
M- 4.98°  
B- 44.78°  
M- 4.78° M- 4.11°  
B- ꢀ5.30° B- ꢀꢀ.14°  
M- 3.6ꢀ°  
B- 19.68°  
M- 3.ꢀ3°  
B- 17.7ꢀ°  
M- 3.6ꢀ°  
B- 35.84°  
M- ꢀ.40° M- ꢀ.07° M- 1.8ꢀ°  
B- ꢀ5.61° B- ꢀꢀ.41° B- 19.9ꢀ°  
M- ꢀ.88°  
B- ꢀ9.87°  
M- 1.6ꢀ°  
B- 17.93°  
M- 0.00°  
B- 36.00°  
M- 0.00° M- 0.00° M- 0.00°  
B- ꢀ5.71° B- ꢀꢀ.50° B- ꢀ0.00°  
M- 0.00°  
B- 30.00°  
M- 0.00°  
B- 18.00°  
M- 0.00°  
B- 45.00°  
Each B (Bevel) and M (Miter) Setting is Given to the Closest 0.005°.  
COMPOUND-ANGLE SETTINGS FOR POPULAR STRUCTURES  
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OPERATION  
When cutting crown molding by this method the bevel angle  
should be set at 33.85°. The miter angle should be set at 31.6°  
either right or left, depending on the desired cut for the ap-  
plication. See the chart below for correct angle settings and  
correct positioning of crown molding on miter table.  
CUTTING CROWN MOLDING  
Your compound miter saw does an excellent job of cutting  
crown molding. In general, compound miter saws do a better  
job of cutting crown molding than any other tool made.  
In order to fit properly, crown molding must be compound  
mitered with extreme accuracy.  
The settings in the chart below can be used for cutting All  
Standard (U.S.) crown molding with 5ꢀ° and 38° angles. The  
crown molding is placed flat on the miter table using the  
compound features of your miter saw.  
The two contact surfaces on a piece of crown molding that  
fit flat against the ceiling and the wall of a room are at angles  
that, when added together, equal exactly 90°. Most crown  
molding has a top rear angle (the section that fits flat against  
the ceiling) of 5ꢀ° and a bottom rear angle (the section that  
fits flat against the wall) of 38°.  
Bevel  
Angle  
Type of Cut  
Setting  
Left side, inside corner  
LAYING MOLDING FLAT ON ThE MITER  
TABLE  
See Figure 33.  
1. Top edge of molding against fence  
ꢀ. Miter table set right 31.6°  
3. Save left end of cut  
33.85°  
To use this method for accurately cutting crown molding for  
a 90° inside or outside corner, lay the molding with its broad  
back surface flat on the miter table and against the fence.  
Right side, inside corner  
1. Bottom edge of molding against fence  
ꢀ. Miter table set left 31.6°  
3. Save left end of cut  
33.85°  
33.85°  
33.85°  
When setting the bevel and miter angles for compound mi-  
ters, remember that the settings are interdependent; chang-  
ing one angle changes the other angle as well.  
Left side, outside corner  
1. Bottom edge of molding against fence  
Keep in mind that the angles for crown moldings are very  
precise and difficult to set. Since it is very easy for these  
angles to shift, all settings should first be tested on scrap  
molding. Also most walls do not have angles of exactly 90°,  
therefore, you will need to fine tune your settings.  
ꢀ. Miter table set left 31.6°  
3. Save right end of cut  
Right side, outside corner  
1. Top edge of molding against fence  
ꢀ. Miter table set right 31.6°  
3. Save right end of cut  
52°  
ceiling  
38°  
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a
l
l
Fence  
insiDe  
corner  
outsiDe corner  
Fence  
top eDge against Fence =  
leFt siDe, insiDe corner  
right siDe, outsiDe corner  
bottoM eDge against Fence =  
right siDe, insiDe corner  
leFt siDe, outsiDe corner  
Miter table  
Miter table  
crown MolDing Flat on Miter table  
Fig. 33  
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OPERATION  
MAKING A CROWN MOLDING SUPPORT JIG  
Bevel  
Angle  
Setting  
A crown molding support jig will need to be made when  
cutting crown molding with no required bevel setting. The  
support jig holds the crown molding in place during the  
cutting operation. When using this method, the saw can be  
quickly adjusted for corners that are not 90° square.  
Type of Cut  
Left side, inside corner  
1. Top edge of molding against fence  
ꢀ. Miter table set right 45°  
3. Save left end of cut  
0°  
0°  
0°  
0°  
NOTE: A separate support jig must be made for different  
widths.  
Right side, inside corner  
1. Bottom edge of molding against fence  
ꢀ. Miter table set left 45°  
To make a support jig:  
Usingapieceofwood1/in. thick, 5in. wide, and3-1/in.  
long, place the wood on the miter table against the miter  
fence.  
3. Save left end of cut  
Left side, outside corner  
1. Bottom edge of molding against fence  
ꢀ. Miter table set left 45°  
NOTE: Use a piece of wood ꢀ8 in. long if using the exten-  
sion table.  
From the back side of the saw, use a pencil to mark the  
3. Save right end of cut  
wood through the holes in the miter fences.  
Right side, outside corner  
1. Top edge of molding against fence  
ꢀ. Miter table set right 45°  
3. Save right end of cut  
Drill holes through the wood then countersink the holes  
to accept flat head screws.  
Attach the wood to the fence using the flat head  
screws.  
Place a piece of crown molding firmly against the miter  
table and the wood. Mark the height of the molding with  
a pencil.  
CUTTING WARPED MATERIAL  
See Figures 34 - 35.  
Remove the screws and the wood from the miter fence  
When cutting warped material, always make sure it is posi-  
tioned on the miter table with the convex side against the  
fence as shown in figure 34.  
then cut the wood to this width.  
Using small nails and glue, attach a piece of wood  
(1/ꢀ in. thick x 1-1/ꢀ in. wide x ꢀ3-1/ꢀ or ꢀ8 in. long) to  
the top of the wood.  
If the warped material is positioned the wrong way as shown  
in figure 35, it will pinch the blade near the completion of  
the cut.  
NOTE: Keep nails away from the area around the blade  
cutting path.  
Securely reattach the support jig to the miter fence.  
Make a full 45° left miter cut and a 45° right miter cut  
through the completed support jig.  
USING A CROWN MOLDING SUPPORT JIG  
Place the crown molding upside down on the miter table  
with the bottom of the molding against the wood fence.  
Use the chart below to select the proper miter angle.  
Loosen the miter lock handle and position the miter table  
to the desired setting. Securely tighten the miter lock  
handle.  
Slowly lower the blade into and through the molding.  
Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade to stop  
rotating before raising the blade out of the workpiece.  
Wait until the electric brake stops blade from turning  
before removing the workpiece from the miter table.  
right  
Fig. 34  
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OPERATION  
CLAMPING WIDE WORKPIECES  
See Figure 36.  
When cutting wide workpieces, such as ꢀ in. x 6 in., boards  
should be clamped with a C-clamp as shown in figure 36.  
wrong  
Fig. 35  
45  
40  
WARNING:  
To avoid a kickback and to avoid serious personal  
injury, never position the concave edge of bowed  
or warped material against the fence.  
wiDe boarD  
Fig. 36  
ADJUSTMENTS  
NOTE: When properly aligned, the laser should be on the  
left edge of the kerf.  
WARNING:  
Once aligned, remove and store the hex key (1/16 in.),  
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the  
tool is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to  
heed this warning could result in serious personal  
injury.  
and lower the blade guard.  
NOTE: Always make practice cuts on scrap wood before  
cutting through your workpiece.  
aDJustMent  
screw  
TO ADJUST ThE LASER GUIDE  
See Figure 37.  
NOTE: Avoid direct eye exposure when using the laser  
guide.  
Set both the bevel angle and the miter table at 0°.  
Use the work clamp or a C-clamp to secure a piece of  
scrap wood.  
Plug the saw into the power source and make a slight  
cut to score the wood.  
hex Key  
laser  
Raise the saw arm and unplug the saw.  
aperture  
button  
Lift and hold the lower blade guard.  
Rotate the blade by hand until you can push and hold  
the laser button and the laser is near the center of the  
workpiece as shown in figure 37.  
laser  
MarK  
To adjust the laser, turn the adjustment screw coun-  
ter-clockwise or clockwise using the hex key (1/16 in.)  
provided.  
Fig. 37  
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MAINTENANCE  
BRUSh REPLACEMENT  
See Figure 38.  
WARNING:  
The saw has externally accessible brush assemblies that  
should be periodically checked for wear.  
When servicing, use only identical replacement  
parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard  
or cause product damage.  
Proceed as follows when replacement is required:  
Unplug the saw.  
WARNING:  
WARNING:  
Failure to unplug the saw could result in accidental  
starting causing serious injury.  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with  
side shields during power tool operation or when  
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a  
dust mask.  
Remove brush cap with a screwdriver. Brush assembly is  
spring loaded and will pop out when you remove brush  
cap.  
GENERAL MAINTENANCE  
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most  
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of  
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use  
clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.  
Remove brush assembly.  
Check for wear. Replace both brushes when either has  
less than 1/4 in. length of carbon remaining. Do not re-  
place one side without replacing the other.  
Reassemble using new brush assemblies. Make sure  
curvature of brush matches curvature of motor and that  
brush moves freely in brush tube.  
WARNING:  
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, pe-  
troleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,  
come in contact with plastic parts. They contain  
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy  
plastic.  
Make sure brush cap is oriented correctly (straight) and  
replace.  
Tighten brush cap securely. Do not overtighten.  
LUBRICATION  
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient  
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under  
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrica-  
tion is required.  
brush  
cap  
brush  
asseMbly  
brush  
asseMbly  
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WARNING:  
To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should  
be performed by a qualified service technician at  
an authorized service center to avoid risk of per-  
sonal injury.  
Some areas will require infrequent lubrications. You will  
need to apply:  
brush  
cap  
Fig. 38  
Automotive oil directly to the slide bars.  
Light oil or a pressurized light spray oil to the arm pivot  
shaft.  
Light oil or a pressurized light spray oil to the torsion  
spring.  
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MAINTENANCE  
ChANGING ThE BATTERIES IN ThE LASER  
See Figure 38.  
Unplug the saw.  
Rotate and hold lower blade guard up.  
Using the hex key (1/16 in.) provided, loosen and remove  
the screw from the battery compartment then separate  
the cover from the laser guide.  
Lower the blade guard.  
battery  
coMpartMent  
Remove the three button cell batteries.  
NOTE: Replace the batteries with button cell batteries  
that have a rating of 1.5 volt and 100 mAh (milliampere  
hour) minimum (number 76 series or equivalent).  
screw  
When replacing the batteries, the laser guide should be  
thoroughly cleaned. Use a soft paintbrush, or similar  
device, to remove all sawdust and debris.  
After cleaning the laser guide and replacing batteries,  
secure battery compartment to laser guide using the  
screw. Tighten screw securely.  
batteries  
battery  
coMpartMent  
CAUTION:  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of  
procedures other than those specified herein may  
result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
negative (–)  
laser  
guiDe  
Fig. 38  
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WARRANTY  
RIDGID® hAND hELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL  
3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY  
Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting  
warranty service.  
WhAT IS NOT COVERED  
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at  
retail and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers  
defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any  
malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse,  
neglect, alteration, modification or repair by other than  
an authorized service center for RIDGID® branded hand  
held and stationary power tools. Consumable accessories  
provided with the tool such as, but not limited to, blades,  
bits and sand paper are not covered.  
RIDGID®, INC. AND ONE WORLD TEChNOLOGIES,  
INC. MAKE NO WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR  
PROMISES AS TO ThE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE OF  
ITS POWER TOOLS OThER ThAN ThOSE SPECIFICALLY  
STATED IN ThIS WARRANTY.  
Limited to RIDGID® hand held and stationary power tools  
purchased ꢀ/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured  
by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed  
from RIDGID®, Inc. All warranty communications should be  
directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID®  
Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at  
(toll free) 1-866-539-1710.  
90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY  
During the first 90 days after the date of purchase, if you are  
dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID® Hand Held  
and Stationary Power Tool for any reason you may return  
the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full  
refund or exchange. To receive a replacement tool you must  
present proof of purchase and return all original equipment  
packaged with the original product. The replacement tool  
will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of  
the 3 YEAR service warranty period.  
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS  
To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warran-  
ties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS  
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied  
warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness  
for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed under  
state law are limited to three years from the date of purchase.  
One World Technologies, Inc. and RIDGID®, Inc. are not  
responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential  
damages. Some states do not allow limitations on how long  
an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion  
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the  
above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives  
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights  
which vary from state to state.  
WhAT IS COVERED UNDER ThE 3 YEAR  
LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY  
This warranty on RIDGID® Hand Held and Stationary Power  
Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials and nor-  
mal wear items such as brushes, chucks, motors, switches,  
cords, gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGID®  
tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool.  
Warranties for other RIDGID® products may vary.  
hOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE  
To obtain service for this RIDGID® tool you must return it;  
freight prepaid, or take it in to an authorized service center  
for RIDGID® branded hand held and stationary power tools.  
You may obtain the location of the authorized service center  
nearest you by calling (toll free) 1-866-539-1710 or by log-  
ging on to the RIDGID® website at www.ridgid.com. When  
requesting warranty service, you must present the original  
dated sales receipt. The authorized service center will  
repair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace  
any part covered under the warranty, at our option, at no  
charge to you.  
One World Technologies, Inc.  
P.O. Box 35, Hwy. 8  
Pickens, SC ꢀ9671  
33  
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
12 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW  
WITh LASER  
MS1250LZA - Double Insulated  
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION  
For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service  
center.Besuretoprovideallrelevantinformationwhenyoucallorvisit.  
For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please  
Themodelnumberofthistoolisfoundonaplateattachedtothemotor  
housing. Pleaserecordtheserialnumberinthespaceprovidedbelow.  
When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:  
MS1ꢀ50LZA  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
987000-016  
9-14-07 (REV:01)  
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