Instruction manual

Operation of the Laser

Setting the Laser

The laser fitted to the AWSMS102 Sliding Mitre Saw provides a convenient visual guide for lining

up the saw blade with a line marked on the timber.

Power comes to the laser from the mains input via a transformer and a toggle switch mounted in

the handle of the saw (See fig K). It should be noted that power is fed to the input side of the

transformer for as long as the machine is connected to the mains and that the on/off switch

operates only on the low voltage output from the transformer to the laser.

The position of the laser can be adjusted to align the beam precisely with the saw blade.

There are no serviceable parts in the laser so if a problem occurs you will need to

contact Axminster Power Tool Centre Customer Services Department.

03332 406406

Pencil mark

Laser line

Square

Take a wide board with a true straight edge and mark a line across the width using an

accurate square. (See fig L) Position the board up against the fence, lower the blade onto the

board and line up the left hand side of the blade with the line. (See fig M) Switch on the laser

and check the alignment of the laser beam with the line marked on the board. (See fig N) If the

alignment is out, the laser can be adjusted as follows:

Check that the laser line is a fine line, not dispersed or splayed. Adjust this by loosening the

caphead screw of the holder slightly, and twist the laser to give a fine straight line; (See fig O)

retighten the holding screw. Loosen the caphead bolt that secures the mounting bracket to the

frame. (See fig P) Move the fitting until the laser is lined up,(this can involve a small amount of

twisting) almost lined up etc. Tighten the bolt very lightly and check again. Unfortunately, even a

very small movement will move the laser line appreciably. Tightening the bolt must be done with

care and may require several attempts to get 'right' correctly. When all is correct remove the

board and any tools you have used during the setting up procedure, reconnect the saw to the

mains supply.

Warning. Under no circumstances should you tamper with or

modify the laser to try to increase its power output.

WARNING!!

THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A

CLASS 2 LASER. DO NOT LOOK

DIRECTLY INTO THE LASER BEAM

Fig L

Fig M

Fig N