Genesis Compound Miter Saw User Manual

GMS1015LC
10″ Compound Miter Saw
Operator’s Manual

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10″ COMPOUND MITER SAW Operator’s Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

• Model#:—————————————————– GMS1015LC
• Rated Power:———————————————– 120V~/ 60HZ, 15 Amp
• No Load Speed:——————————————– 4,600 RPM
• Blade Size: ————————————————- 10″ (254mm)
• Arbor Size: ————————————————- 5/8″
• Bevel: —————————————————— 45° Left
• Miter: —————————————————— 45° Left and Right
• Max Cutting Capacity at 0° x 90°:————————– 3″ H x 4-3/4″ W
• Max Cutting Capacity at 45°x90°: ————————- 3″ H x 3-5/16″ W
• Max Cutting Capacity at 0°x 45°: ————————– 1-3/8″ H x 4-3/4″ W
• Max Cutting Capacity at 45°x45°: ————————- 1-3/8″ H x 3-5/16″ W
• Net Weight: ————————————————- 24 Lbs
• Laser: — Class II Laser, Wave Length: 650 nm, Max Output <1.0 mw
  Includes: Saw, 60T Carbide Tipped Blade, Hold Down Clamp, Dust Bag, 2-Extension Wings, 2-AAA Batteries for Laser and Wrench

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand this operator’s manual before operating this tool. Save this Manual for future reference.
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WEAR YOUR SAFETY GLASSES
FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT

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 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 wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

**** Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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.

WARNING: Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating instructions before using this equipment. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

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WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs in any earthed (grounded) power tools. Double insulated tools are equipped with 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 a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outside, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply. While the tool may appear to work. The electrical components of the AC rated tool are likely to fail and rate a hazard to the operator.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents may cover moving parts and should be avoided.
• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in. Carrying power tool with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times. Loss of balance can cause an injury in an unexpected situation.
• If devices are provided for connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards.
• Do not use a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
• Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles cannot safely control the tool.

TOOL USE AND CARE

• Secure the work piece. Use clamp or other practical way to hold the work piece to a stable platform. Holding the work piece by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Do not force the power tool. The tool will perform the job better and safer at the feed rate for which it is designed. Forcing the tool could possibly damage the tool and may result in personal injury.
• Use the correct power tool for the job. Don’t force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it is not designed.
• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired or replaced by an authorized service center.
• Turn power tool off, and disconnect the plug from the power source and/or battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing the accessories, or storing the tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of an accidental start up which may cause personal injury.
• Store idle tool out of reach of children and other inexperienced persons. It is dangerous in the hand of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools with care. Check for proper alignment and binding of moving parts, component breaks, and any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation. A guard or any other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury.
• Use recommended accessories. Using accessories and attachments not recommended by the manufacturer or intended for use on this type tool may cause damage to the tool or result in personal injury to the user. Consult the operator’s manual for recommended accessories.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Feed the work piece in the correct direction and speed. Feed the work piece into a blade, cutter, or abrasive surface against the direction of the cutting tool’s direction of rotation only. Incorrectly feeding the work piece in the same direction may cause the work piece to be thrown out at high speed.
• Never leave the tool running unattended, turn the power off. Do not leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.
• Never start the power tool when any rotating component is in contact with the work piece.
  WARNING : USE OF THIS TOOL CAN GENERATE AND DISBURSE DUST OR OTHER AIRBORNE PARTICLES, INCLUDING WOOD DUST, CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST AND ASBESTOS. Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate tool in a wellventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid prolonged contact with the dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material. Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and water.

SERVICE

• Have your power tool Serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
• Service your power tool periodically. When cleaning a tool, be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal wires may be misplaced or pinched.
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EXTENSION CORDS

Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord. As the distance from the power supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage. Refer to the table shown below to determine the required minimum wire size.

The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example: a 14-gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16-gauge cord. When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, be sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum wire size.

Guidelines for Using Extension Cords

• If you are using an extension cord outdoors, be sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor use.
• Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
• Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.

Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords (120 Volt)

Nameplate

Amperes

(At Full Load)

| Extension Cord Length
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25 Feet| 50 Feet| 75 Feet| 100 Feet| 150 Feet| 200 Feet
0–2.0| 18| 18| 18| 18| 16| 16
2.1–3.4| 18| 18| 18| 16| 14| 14
3.5–5.0| 18| 18| 16| 14| 12| 12
5.1–7.0| 18| 16| 14| 12| 12| 10
7.1–12.0| 18| 14| 12| 10| 8| 8
12.1–16.0| 14| 12| 10| 10| 8| 6
16.1–20.0| 12| 10| 8| 8| 6| 6

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR MITER SAWS

WARNING: DO NOT LET COMFORT OR FAMILIARITY WITH PRODUCT (GAINED FROM REPEATED USE) REPLACE STRICT ADHERENCE TO PRODUCT SAFETY RULES. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury!

• Do not operate this miter saw until it is assembled and installed according to the instructions.

• If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of miter saws, seek guidance from your supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.

• Mount the tool securely to a stable supporting surface prior to operation. Ideally, firmly clamp or bolt your miter saw to a workbench, table, or tool stand at approximately hip height.

• Use the guards whenever possible. Check that the guards are correctly positioned, secured, and working properly.

• Use only crosscut saw blades. Use only zero-degree or negative hook angles when using carbide tipped blades.
  IMPORTANT: Do not use thin kerf blades or blades with deep gullets. These can easily deflect and contact the guard or miter saw table.

• Use only blades that are the correct size and type specified for this tool.

• Be sure to use a sharp blade that runs freely and is free of vibration. · Inspect blades for cracks or other damage prior to operation. Replace a cracked or damaged blade immediately.

• Clean the blade and blade flange washers prior to operation. Again, check for any damage and tighten the arbor nut securely.

• Use only the blade flanges specified for this tool.

• Keep your hands out of the path of the saw blade. If the work piece being cut causes your hands to be within 7-1/4″ of the saw blade, the work piece should be clamped in place before making the cut.

• Keep the motor air slots clean and free of chips, dust, or other obstructions which may impair the flow of cooling air to the motor.

• Make sure all the saw’s adjustment handles are tight before cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of positive stops. Do not forget to tighten the rear mounted bevel adjustment handle.

• Never apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.

• Never use saw blades rated for operation at less than 5,000 RPM.

• Never start the tool with the work piece against the blade.

• Allow the motor to attain full speed prior to starting the cut.

• Always keep the blade guards in place and use at all times.

• Never reach around or behind the saw blade.

• Never lock the switch in the “on” position.

• Never attempt to recut small pieces.

• Never cut ferrous metals or masonry. This miter saw is designed to cut wood and wood-like products.

• Do not perform free-hand cutting operations. Hold the work firmly against the fence and table. Use clamps to hold the work when possible.

• Long or wide work pieces should be properly supported.

• IMPORTANT: After completing the cut, release the power switch and allow the blade to come to a complete stop before returning the saw to a raised position.

• Turn off the saw and allow the blade to completely stop before cleaning the blade area or removing debris and off-cuts in the path of the blade. Coasting blades are dangerous.

• Turn off the saw and allow the blade to completely stop before removing or un- securing the work piece, changing the work piece angle, or changing the angle of the blade.

• Never perform layout, assembly or set-up work on the saw table or work area while the machine is running.

• Turn the machine “off” and disconnect the machine from the power source before installing or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing set-ups, or when making repairs.

• Disconnect the machine from the power source and clean the work area before leaving the machine.

• If any part of your miter saw is missing, damaged, or fails in any way, or any electrical component fails to perform properly, shut off the switch and remove the plug from the power source. Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before resuming operation.

WARNING: Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating instructions before using this equipment. Failure to follow all  instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

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GLOSSARY OF WOODWORKING TERMS

Workpiece– A piece of wood on which the cutting operation is being performed.
Anti-Kickback Pawls– Device which, when properly installed and maintained, is designed to stop the work piece from being kicked back toward the operator during the operation.
Arbor– The shaft on which a cutting tool is mounted.
Bevel Cut– A cutting operation made with an angled blade. Compound Miter
Cut — A single cut made with both a miter angle and a bevel angle.
Cross Cut — A cut or shaping operation made across the work piece.
Dado — A non-through cut which produces a square sided notch or trough in the work piece.
Feather board — A device used to help control the work piece by guiding it securely against the table or fence during any rip cut operation.
Freehand — Performing a cut without using a fence, miter gauge, fixture, hold down clamp, or other proper device to keep the work piece from twisting during the cut ­ not recommended.
Gum — A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Heel — Misalignment of the blade. Heel can cause binding, kickback, excessive force burning the work piece or splintering
Kerf — The amount of material removed by the blade in a through cut, or the slot produced by the blade in non-through or partial cut.
Kickback — An uncontrolled grabbing or throwing of the work piece back toward the front of the saw, associated with the work piece closing the kerf and pinching the blade or otherwise placing tension on the blade.
Leading End — The end of the work piece, which during a rip type operation is pushed into the cutting tool first.
Miter Cut — A cutting operation made with the wood at any angle other than 90 degree to the blade.
Molding — A cut which produces a special shape in the work piece, used for joining or decoration.
Non-Through Cut — Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness of the work piece
Push Block — A device used to feed the work piece through the saw during narrow rip type operations where a push stick can not be used. It also helps keep the operator’s hands well away from the blade.
Push Stick — A device used to feed the work piece through the saw to help keep the operator’s hands well away from the blade.
Rabbet — A notch in the edge of the work piece.
Resin — A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
Rip Cut — A cutting or shaping operation made along the length of the work piece.
Rip Fence — Adjustable guide used in ripping cuts to keep the work piece parallel to the saw blade.
RPM — Revolutions per Minute. The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute
Saw Blade Path — The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it applies to the work piece, that area which will be, or has been, cut by the blade.

KNOWING YOUR MITER SAW

Lock Handle
3. Trigger Switch| 8. Dust Bag| 13. Base| 18. Fence
4. Carrying Handle| 9. Bevel Lock Handle| 14. Miter Table| 19. Saw Head Lock Knob
5. Upper Blade Guard| 10. Laser| 15. Throat Plate| 20. Laser Battery Compartment

UNPACKING AND CONTENTS

IMPORTANT: Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely the tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.

CONTENTS IN PACKAGE

UNPACKING

1. Remove all loose parts from the carton.
2. Remove the packing materials from around the saw.
3. Using the carrying handle (4-Fig1) carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a level work surface.
4. The saw has been shipped with the saw head locked in the down position. To release the saw head push down on the top of the saw head, pull on the lock knob (19-Fig1), rotate it a quarter turn and let go, slowly raise the saw head.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: DO NOT connect your compound miter saw to the power source until the machine is completely assembled, all necessary adjustments made, and you have read and understand the entire operator’s manual.

WARNING: Be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged from the power source before performing any work on the tool. Failure to unplug the saw may result in accidental start-up, causing possible serious personal injury.

Your saw comes from the factory fully adjusted and requires only minor assembly to prepare the miter saw for operation.

MOUNTING THE SAW

WARNING: Always make sure the miter saw is securely mounted to a workbench or an approved miter stand. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.

The compound miter saw should be permanently mounted to a firm supporting surface such as 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). After securely mounting the saw, carefully check the workbench 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 operation.

MITER LOCK HANDLE (FIG 2)
To install the Miter Lock Handle (17), simply screw the threaded end of Miter Lock Handle into the threaded hole under the table. Turn clockwise to tighten.
DUST PORT & DUST BAG (FIG 3)
The saw has a 1-1/2″ sawdust port (1) at the rear of upper blade guard. A dust collection system can be attached to this port to help remove sawdust from the work area.
A dust bag (2) is provided for use with your miter saw. It can be installed over the sawdust port. Squeeze the two metal clips to open the mouth of the bag and slide onto the sawdust port. Release pressure on the clips and the metal ring at the bag’s opening should lock in the grooves of the sawdust port. To remove the dust bag for emptying, simply reverse the above procedure.
The dust bag should be checked often and if more than half full, remove the bag by simply reversing the installation procedure. Dispose of the accumulated saw dust in the dust bag and then reinstall the dust bag before resuming operation of the miter saw.

TABLE EXTENSIONS (FIG 4)
Your saw comes with two table extensions (1). They can be installed in either the left or the right side of the saw base.
To Install the Table Extensions

1. Loosen the extension lock screw (2) by using a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Insert the ends of the table extension into the holes (3) in the side of the base and adjust the extension to the desired length.
3. Secure the extension by tightening the extension lock screw (2).
   

WORK CLAMP ASSEMBLY (FIG 5)

WARNING: In some operations, the work clamp assembly may interfere with the operation of the blade guard assembly. 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.

This miter saw is equipped with a Hold down Work Clamp (1). The work clamp can be positioned in the provided mounting holes in the base behind the miter fence to the right and left of the cutting head. Insert the clamp column (3) into the mounting hole (2). Secure it by tightening the lock screw (6). Use the clamp lock knob (4) to quickly secure the clamp in position. Use the clamp tightening screw (5) to secure workpiece against the miter table as needed, especially small workpiece.
The work clamp provides greater control by clamping the work piece to the fence or the saw table. It also prevents the workpiece from creeping toward the saw blade. This is very helpful when cutting compound miters.
NOTE: 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.

CHANGING THE SAW BLADE (FIG 6, 7, 8, 9)

WARNING: Be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged from the power source before performing any work on the tool.
WARNING: Use only 10 inch diameter saw blades and are rated for speeds equal to or greater then the nameplate rated RPM of this miter saw.
WARNING: Use only blades designed for cross-cutting operations.

WARNING: Do not use thin kerf blades with deep gullets which may deflect and contact the blade guards or produce poor quality cuts in the workpiece.

To Change the Blade

1. Unplug the saw

2. Lift up the lower blade guard (3). Loosen the Phillips screw (1) on the blade bolt cover (2).

3. Lift up the blade bolt cover (2) to expose the blade bolt.

4. Depress the spindle lock (7) and rotate the blade until the spindle locks.

5. Using the Wrench (4) provided, loosen the blade bolt (5) by turning it clockwise. Remove the blade bolt.

6. Remove the outer blade flange (6).

7. Remove the old blade from the saw.
   
   NOTE: A blade washer may be use for the blade with arbor hole bigger than 5/8 inch.
   

8. Mount the new blade carefully onto the spindle, being sure that the directional arrow on the blade surface matches the arrow on the upper blade guard.

9. Replace the outer blade flange and the blade bolt.

10. Depress and hold down the spindle lock while tightening the blade locking bolt securely with the provided wrench in a 5 counterclockwise direction.

11. Lower the lower blade guard and the blade bolt cover to its original position.

12. Retighten the Phillips screw securing the blade bolt cover.

13. Be sure the spindle lock has released and blade rotates freely before plugging in the tool and making a cut.
    

LASER GUIDE (FIG 10,11)

WARNING: Laser light ­ do not stare into the beam, aperture, or into a reflection from a mirror-like surface.
WARNING: Avoid exposure ­ laser light is emitted from the rear guard aperture. Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
WARNING: DO not disassemble the laser module.
WARNING: USE of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Your miter saw is equipped with a battery powered laser. The laser battery compartment (3) is located at the back of the saw. See figure 10. Two AAA batteries (provided) are required to operate the laser. The Laser ON/OFF switch (4) is located on the battery compartment.

The laser alignment was made at the factory and is set for the center of the Blade or Draw line. Adjustment may be required prior to initial use due to the effects of shipping and handling. You also have the ability to adjust the line projected by the laser to your liking. You may wish for the laser to be to right or left of the blade, or straight on a drawn cut line. Where you ultimately decide to align the laser in relation to the saw blade’s cutting path will determine how you align the cut line.

On each side of the laser are two Phillips head screws (2) which, when loosened, allow movement to the left and right. Beware that small adjustments can yield dramatic changes in the laser’s path. With patience and practice you’ll be able to place the laser line in the ideal position for your style of blade to cut line alignment.
DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT (FIG 12)

WARNING: Be sure the machine is unplugged from the power source. Accidental saw start-up could result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: Your Miter Saw should come adjusted properly for depth of cut while using the Factory-installed blade for normal operation.
The downward travel or depth of cut, of the saw blade can be controlled to prevent contact with the metal surfaces of the miter saw, to insure the blade completely cuts through the workpiece, and permit depth of cut settings for special operations.

To Adjust The Miter Saw Blade’s Cutting Depth

NOTE: This is factory set and usually does not require adjusting. (This saw may not come with the necessary tools for the following procedure.)

1. Locate the cutting depth adjustment bolt (1+2) assembly on the saw arm and on the right side of the dust port.
2. If the saw arm is locked in the down position, release it by pulling the saw arm lock knob out.
3. Loosen the jamb nut (2) counter-clockwise several turns. Using the 5 mm Allen wrench , loosen or tighten to adjust the stop bolt (1). Clockwise rotation will raise the depth of cut; counterclockwise rotation will lower the depth of cut.
4. As you lower the saw blade, rotate the blade to be sure it does not contact the machine’s metal surfaces and will allow through cutting of work pieces resting against the fence.
5. Re-tighten the jamb nut while holding the adjustment bolt in place.
6. Before each use of the miter saw, with the saw unplugged, lower the blade and rotate it by hand to confirm the blade does not contact the miter saw surfaces
   

SQUARING THE SAW BLADE TO THE FENCE (FIG 13, 14)

WARNING: Be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged from the power source before performing any work on the tool. Failure to unplug the saw may result in accidental start-up, causing possible serious personal injury.

1. Unplug the miter saw.

2. Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter table and move to 0° miter stop position.
   (NOTE: Check if the red miter pointer points to 0° on the miter scale. If not, loosen the miter pointer screw, adjust the pointer to point accurately to 0° scale mark, tighten the pointer screw.)

3. Tighten the miter lock handle securely.

4. Pull the saw head down completely and move the arm release knob into the transport position, locking the blade and arm in the down position.

5. Lay a small framing square (3) or tri-square on the miter table. Place one leg of the square against the fence (2) and slide the other leg of the square against a flat part of the saw blade(1). (Be sure the square contacts the flat part of the saw blade and not the blade teeth.)
   

6. Check that the edge of the square and the saw blade are parallel along the entire length of the square’s edge.

7. If the front or back portion of the blade angles away from the square’s edge, adjusting the fence is necessary.

8. Using the 13 mm wrench provided, loosen three bolts (4) that secure the fence to the saw’s stationary table.

9. While holding one leg of the square against the fence, slowly move the fence (2) to the left or right until the saw blade is parallel with the square’s other leg.

10. Carefully tighten the three bolts and recheck the blade alignment as in steps 5 and 6.

0° AND 45° BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENTS (FIG 15, 16)

NOTE: This is factory set and usually does not require adjusting. (This saw may not come with the necessary tools for the following procedure.)
WARNING: Be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged from the power source before performing any work on the tool. Failure to unplug the saw may result in accidental start-up, causing possible serious personal injury.

To Adjust the 0° Bevel Stop

1. Unplug the miter saw.
2. Align the miter table to 0° and lock the saw head down in the transport position.
3. Loosen the bevel lock handle at the rear of the saw, set the saw arm at 0° bevel stop (blade 90° to the miter table).
4. Place a combination square on the miter table and the flat part of the saw blade (making sure the square is not touching any blade teeth).
5. Slowly rotate the blade by hand, checking the square’s alignment with the blade at several points. The edge of the square and blade should be parallel; however, if the top or bottom of the blade angles away from the square’s edge, an adjustment is needed.
6. The 0° bevel stop adjustment bolt is located on the right lower portion of the bevel knuckle. Using a 13 mm wrench, loosen the jam nut (3).
7. Use a 13 mm wrench to adjust the 0° bevel stop adjustment bolt (1) and so that the blade is in alignment with the square.
8. If necessary, loosen the bevel angle indicator pointer and adjust it to point accurately to the 0° line, then retighten the screw.

To Adjust the 45° LEFT Bevel Stop. Follow the directions for adjusting the 0° bevel stop, except position the saw arm at a 45° left bevel. The 45° left bevel stop adjustment bolt (2) is located on the LEFT side of bevel knuckle.

OPERATION

WARNING: Always be sure the miter saw is disconnected from the power source before making any adjustments or setting up prior to cutting. Failure to disconnect or unplug the machine may cause accidental starting, resulting 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.

TRANSPORTING THE SAW

1. Always make sure the saw head is down and locked.
2. Make sure the miter table is locked, Bevel is locked at 0° position.
3. Only lift the saw by the carrying handle or outer castings.
   WARNING: Always transport the miter saw in the locked down position, carrying the saw by carrying handle on the cutting arm. DO NOT lift or carry the miter saw using the trigger handle, doing so may cause misalignment of miter and bevel settings.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE CUTTING HEAD (FIG 17)

When storing or transporting the miter saw, the cutting head should be locked in the down position.

To Lock Down the Cutting Head

1. Lower the cutting head completely.
2. Pull back the locking knob (1) outwards from its parked “Unlock” position (a).
3. Rotate the locking knob a 1/4 turn, and then release it to “Lock” position (b).
   

To Unlock the Cutting Head

1. Press down lightly on the cutting head.
2. Pull back the lock knob (1) outwards from”Lock” position (b).
3. Rotate the lock knob 1/4 turn, then release it into “unlock” position (a).
4. Slowly raise the cutting head to the work position.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE MITER SAW (FIG 18)
NOTE: The saw is equipped with a Lock-Off Switch (2) for extra 2 safety.

To start the miter saw, firmly grasp the saw’s top handle. Use your thumb to press the Lock-Off switch (2), then depress the trigger switch (1).
To stop the miter saw, completely release the trigger switch.

WARNING: After completing a cut, release the trigger switch to activate the electric blade brake. Keep the cutting head down until the blade comes to a complete stop before raising the cutting head to the upward or starting position. A rotating saw blade can be dangerous.
WARNING: The torque resulting from electric blade brake activation may loosen the arbor bolt. Occasionally check the arbor bolt and tighten if necessary.

TABLE HAZARD AREA (FIG 19)
On the stationary table, on each side of the rotating miter table, is a “hands” warning symbol that is cast into the table. The area between the two “hand” symbols is designated as a “Hazard Zone” and the miter saw operator should never place their hands inside this area while the miter saw is running.

WARNING: Keep your hands outside the “Hazard Zone” and out of the path of the saw blade. Use the supplied work clamp or other clamping means to secure the work piece in place before making a cut with the miter saw.

ROTATING THE MITER TABLE (FIG 20)
This miter saw will accurately cut any angle from the straight 90° cut to 45° left and 45° right. To Rotate the Miter Table, loosen the Miter Lock Handle (1) one or two turns counterclockwise, Use your thumb to press down the detente lever (2) to release, and then rotate the miter table to the desired angle using the Miter Lock Handle(1). When the desired angle is reached, turn the Miter Lock Handle (1) clockwise to lock the miter table in place.

NOTE: This miter saw comes with 9 positive stops, 0° for 90° cutting, left-15°, 22.5° , 30°, 45°, right-15°, 22.5°, 30°, 45° for quick setting of common miter cutting angles.

CAUTION: Always tighten the miter lock knob to secure the miter table in position before cutting with the miter saw.

POINTER AND SCALE (FIG 20)
An arrow shaped pointer (3) is located at the forward end of the miter saw throat plate. Each line on the miter scale (4) represents 1°. When the miter table is rotated the pointer is moved from one line to the next along the miter scale, changing the angle of cut by one degree.

TILTING THE CUTTING HEAD FOR BEVEL CUTTING (FIG 21)
Your compound miter saw is equipped with a cutting head that can be tilted 45° LEFT.

To bevel the cutting head LEFT, loosen the bevel lock handle (1) at the rear of the miter saw, tilt the cutting arm left to the desired angle, and then tighten the lock handle.
Each line on the bevel scale (2) represents one degree of movement. The angle setting is indicated by a stationary red pointer (3) and the bevel angle position of the cutting arm is determined by the position of the red pointer to a line on the bevel
Positive stops are provided at 0°, 45° LEFT for quick adjustments.

APPLICATION

TYPICAL COMPOUND MITER SAW OPERATIONS
WARNING: Always be sure the miter saw is disconnected from the power source
before making any adjustments or during set-up prior to cutting. Failure to disconnect or unplug the machine may cause accidental starting, resulting in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Be sure the miter saw is securely bolted down or clamped to a workbench or appropriate work surface before performing any cutting operations. Failure to do so may result in loss of machine control and/or result in personal injury.
WARNING: If securely holding the work piece causes your hand to be in the machine’s “Hazard Zone”, clamp the work piece in place and move your hand(s) to a safe position before making the cut.
Regardless of the type of cut being performed with your compound miter saw the following basic set-up steps are used, unless specified otherwise.

1. Check and confirm the cutting arm (bevel position) and the rotating table (miter position) are at the correct settings and the related adjustment handles are firmly locked in place.
2. Mark the position of desired cut onto the workpiece surface to ensure proper blade and laser alignment.
3. Place the workpiece on the saw table, align the blade and/or laser light with the cut line, then position it firmly against the fence and hold or clamp it firmly in place. If using a hand to hold the work piece in place, be sure it is outside the “Hazard Zone”. Never attempt freehand cutting or cutting a workpiece not firmly held against the fence or table!
4. Turn on the saw, allowing the blade to reach full speed. Lower the cutting head slowly into the workpiece and perform the cut at a steady rate.
5. When the cut is completed, release the trigger switch and allow the blade to completely stop rotating before raising the blade and cutting head out of the completed cut.

MITER CROSSCUTTING (FIG 22)
Crosscuts are cuts made across the grain of the work piece, with a straight cut being made with the both the blade bevel and miter table set at 0°. A miter crosscut is made when the miter table is set at some angle other then 0°.

1. Measure and mark the work piece with the desired cut line. Mark the work piece on each side of the cut line indicating which side is the scrap or off cut and which the desired finished piece is.
2. Unlock the rotating miter table by loosening the miter locking knob.
3. Use the miter handle to rotate the table, left or right, to the desired cutting angle. Then tighten the miter lock knob.
4. Place the work piece onto the saw table and against the fence. Turn on the laser light source.
5. Move the work piece left or right to align the cut line with the saw blade and laser light. Then secure the work piece in place, holding it either by hand for large pieces or via the clamping device for small pieces.
6. After confirming the saw settings and that the work piece is secured, turn on the saw and make the cut.
   

BEVEL CUTTING (FIG 23)
A bevel cut is made by cutting across the work piece grain with the blade angled or tilted to the work piece. When making a straight bevel cut, the miter table is set at the 0° position and the blade angled and set at a position between 0° and 45° left.

1. Measure and mark the workpiece with the desired cut line. Mark the workpiece on each side of the cut line indicating which side is the scrap or off cut and which the desired finished piece is.
2. Set and lock the rotating miter table in place at 0°.
3. Loosen the bevel locking handle and move the cutting arm left or right to the desired bevel angle as indicated by the bevel scale pointer. Tighten the bevel locking handle securely.
4. Place the workpiece onto the saw table and against the fence. Turn on the laser light source.
5. Move the workpiece left or right to align the cut line with the saw blade and laser light. Then secure the work piece in place, holding it either by hand or via clamping device.
6. After confirming the saw settings and that the workpiece is secured, turn on the saw and make the cut.
   

COMPOUND MITER CUTTING (FIG 24)
A compound miter is a cut made using both a miter setting and blade bevel setting at the same time. This type of cut is commonly used for picture framing, boxes with angled sides, roof framing cuts, and trim molding.
Compound miter settings are made up of miter and bevel angles that are interdependent, therefore, desired and accurate cuts can be difficult to attain. When a miter angle is changed it affects the bevel angle setting and vice versa. It may take numerous set-ups and test cuts to realize the desired outcome. When compound cuts are required in projects, the settings are usually provided, taken from specialty manuals with pre-calculated settings,
published charts, etc. Also you may refer to Cutting Compound Miters chart included in this manual.

1. Set the bevel angle and miter angle as described earlier and lock the respective adjustment handles securely.
2. For the initial cuts, use scrap material for making test cuts to confirm that bevel and miter angles are set correctly.
3. After confirming the bevel and miter settings are correct, make the compound miter cuts as described in the previous separate sections for bevel and miter cuts.

CUTTING BASE MOLDING
Base molding can be cut using two methods: standing vertically against the fence or horizontally, laying flat on the miter table. Using the vertical method is limited by the height capacities of your compound miter saw.

Flat or Horizontal Cutting:

1. Lay the base molding’s back onto the miter table with the bottom of the base molding placed against the fence.
2. Set the miter angle to 0°.
3. Turn on the laser and set the blade’s bevel to the desired angle, such as 45° for one half of 90° corners.
4. Align the cut line on the workpiece with the blade and laser light.
5. Confirm the saw settings, turn on the saw and make the cut as described earlier.

Vertical Cutting:

1. Stand the base molding upwards with the molding back against the fence and molding bottom sitting on the miter table.
2. Set the bevel angle to 0°.
3. Turn on the laser and set the miter table to the desired angle, such as 45° for one half of 90° corners.
4. Align the cut line on the work piece with the blade and laser light.
5. Confirm the saw settings, turn on the saw and make the cut as described earlier.

CUTTING CROWN MOLDING
Your compound miter saw is the ideal tool for cutting crown molding, which bridges the wall and ceiling. The most common style of crown molding used today has a top rear angle of 52° at the ceiling and a bottom rear angle of 38° where it meets the wall. For an installation with tight fitting corners where the right and left pieces meet, extremely accurate bevel and miter angle settings are required.

There are two methods for cutting crown molding. 1) Cutting Crown Molding Flat on the Miter Table. 2) Cutting Crown Molding Vertically Nested against Miter Fence.
Cutting Crown Molding Flat on the Miter Table
Since the most common corners encountered when using crown molding measure 90° inside and outside, the following instructions will be for cutting 52°/38° crown molding to fit 90° corners with the molding laying flat on the saw table.

Left Side,

1. Top edge of molding against  fence
2. Miter table set RIGHT to 31.62°

3. Bevel set at 33.85° Left

4. Save LefT end of cut

| Left Side

1. Bottom edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set LefT 31.62°

3. Bevel set at 33.85° Left

4. Save RIGHT end of cut

Right Side

1. Bottom edge of molding agains fence

2. Miter table set LefT to 31.62°

3. Bevel set at 33.85° Left

4. Save  LefT end of cut

| Right Side
1. Top nedge of molding against fence2. Miter table set RIGHT 31.62°3. Bevel set at 33.85° Left4. Save  RIGHT end of cut

NOTE: When cutting and installing crown molding keep in mind the bevel and miter angles involved are extremely accurate while the corners you’ll be working on will rarely measure exactly 90°. Therefore, be prepared to make numerous practice cuts with scrap molding to help fine tune your saw settings.

For cutting crown molding flat for corners other than 90°, please refer to Crown Molding Miter Angles chart.

Cutting Crown Molding Vertically Nested Against Miter Fence
Always use a crown molding fence when cutting crown molding angled against the fence. Cutting crown molding angled against the fence does not require any special bevel settings. Small changes in the miter angle can be made without affecting the bevel angle. When using this method the saw can be quickly and easily adjusted for corners that are not 90° (square).

When cutting crown molding in this method, the bottom of the molding goes against the fence. Think of the table of the saw being the ceiling, and the fence as being the wall. Angled “flats” on back of molding must rest squarely on the fence and base of the saw.
The following instructions are for cutting crown molding for a 90° corner.

Left Side:

1. Miter RIGHT at 45°
2. Save RIGHT End of Cut| Left Side
3. Miter LEFT at 45°
4. Save Right End of Cut
   Right Side
5. Miter LEFT at 45°
6. Save LEFT End of Cut| Right Side
7. Miter RIGHT at 45°
8. Save LEFT End of Cut

CUTTING WARPED WORKPIECES
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not cut warped material.
Sometimes you have no choice but to use a piece of warped material. To cut warped workpieces, make sure it is positioned on the miter saw table with the convex side against the fence. DO NOT place the concave side of the work piece against the miter saw fence; when it is cut it will collapse near the completion of the cut, pinching the blade.
WARNING: To avoid possible serious personal injury and possible kickback, never place the concave portion of bowed or warped material against the fence.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Always be sure the miter saw is disconnected from the power source before making any adjustments or during set-up prior to cutting. Failure to disconnect or unplug the machine may cause accidental starting, resulting in serious personal injury.

CLEANING
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, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended using this tool for extended work on these types of materials. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air.

LUBRICATION
This tool is permanently lubricated at the factory and requires no additional lubrication.

CROWN MOLDING MITER ANGLES

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 obtain the accuracy, make trial cuts on scrap material prior to making your required cut.

10.21°
| M-37.45°| M-29.10°| M-23.86°| M-20.25°| M-17.60°| M-15.58°| M-13.98°
40°| B- 27.03°| B- 22.20°| B- 18.75°| B- 16.19°| B- 14.24°| B- 12.70°| B- 11.46°
| M-35.26°| M-27.19°| M-22.21°| M-18.80°| M-16.32°| M-14.43°| M-12.94°
45°| B- 30.00°| B- 24.56°| B- 20.70°| B- 17.87°| B- 15.70°| B- 14.00°| B- 12.62°
| M-32.73°| M-25.03°| M-20.36°| M-17.20°| M-14.91°| M-13.17°| M-11.80°
50°| B- 32.80°| B- 26.76°| B- 22.52°| B- 19.41°| B- 17.05°| B- 15.19°| B- 13.69°
| M-29.84°| M-22.62°| M-18.32°| M-15.44°| M-13.36°| M-11.79°| M-10.56°
55°| B- 35.40°| B- 28.78°| B- 24.18°| B- 20.82°| B- 18.27°| B- 16.27°| B- 14.66°
| M-26.57°| M-19.96°| M-16.10°| M-13.54°| M-11.70°| M-10.31°| M-9.23°
60°| B- 37.76°| B- 30.60°| B- 25.66°| B- 22.07°| B- 19.35°| B- 17.23°| B- 15.52°
| M-22.91°| M-17.07°| M-13.71°| M-11.50°| M-9.93°| M-8.74°| M-7.82°
65°| B- 39.86°| B- 32.19°| B- 26.95°| B- 23.16°| B- 20.29°| B- 18.06°| B- 16.26°
| M-18.88°| M-13.95°| M-11.17°| M-9.35°| M-8.06°| M-7.10°| M-6.34°
70°| B- 41.64°| B- 33.53°| B- 28.02°| B- 24.06°| B- 21.08°| B- 18.75°| B- 16.88°
| M-14.51°| M-10.65°| M-8.50°| M-7.10°| M-6.12°| M-5.38°| M-4.81°
75°| B- 43.08°| B- 34.59°| B- 28.88°| B- 24.78°| B- 21.69°| B- 19.29°| B- 17.37°
| M-9.85°| M-719°| M-5.73°| M-4.78°| M-4.11°| M-3.62°| M-3.23°
80°| B- 44.14°| B- 35.37°| B- 29.50°| B- 25.30°| B- 22.14°| B- 19.68°| B- 17.72°
| M-4.98°| M-3.62°| M-2.88°| M-2.40°| M- 2.07°| M-1.82°| M-1.62°
85°| B- 44.78°| B- 35.84°| B- 29.87°| B- 25.61°| B- 22.41°| B- 19.92°| B- 17.93°
| M-0.00°| M-0.00°| M-0.00°| M-0.00°| M-0.00°| M-0.00°| M-0.00°
90°| B- 45.00°| B- 36.00°| B- 30.00°| B- 25.71°| B- 22.50°| B- 20.00°| B- 18.00°

TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

This product is warranted free from defects in material and workmanship for 2 years after date of purchase. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or damage from neglect or accident. The original purchaser is covered by this warranty and it is not transferable. Prior to returning your tool to store location of purchase, please call our Toll-Free Help Line for possible solutions.

ACCESSORIES INCLUDED IN THIS KIT ARE NOT COVERED BY THE 2 YEAR WARRANTY.

TOLL-FREE HELPLINE

For questions about this or any other GENESISTM Product, please call Toll- Free: 888-552-8665. Or visit our web site: www.genesispowertools.com
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