BENCH TOP CUT-OFF SAW Model 42307 Set up and Operating Instructions Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Save this manual. Copyright© 2000 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
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7. 8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (120 VOLT) NAMEPLATE AMPERES (at full load) EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25’ 50’ 100’ 150’ 0–6 18 16 16 14 6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12 10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12 12.1 – 16 14 12 Do not use. TABLE A 9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced. 20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only. 21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
12. Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved for the specific hazards in the work area. 13. Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines. 14. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 15.
Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool. If you feel any medical or physical symptoms related to vibration (such as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), seek medical advice as soon as possible. 2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the blood supply to the hands and fingers, increasing the risk of vibration-related injury. 3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibration effects on the user. 4. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there is a choice between different processes.
Specifications Arbor Blade Power Source Max. RPM Cutting Depth Miter Gauge Base Overall 3/8” 2” HSS 120 V~, 60 Hz, .9 A 7800 3/4” 0°- 45° 5-1/2” L X 5” W 9” Length X 5-1/2” W X 6-3/4” H Unpacking When unpacking, make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible. Installing the Cutting Blade 1. With the tool OFF and Unplugged, slide the Blade Guard (21) up and off of the Saw. 2.
Safety Lever (27) Switch (6) Belt Cover (7) Figure 1 Handle (8) Arrow on Blade Guard Blade Guard (21) Vise Fixture (22) Vise Jaw (25) Vise Handle (11) Mounting Holes Operation When operating your Mini Cut-Off Saw, it will be helpful to refer to Figure 1 as well as to the Parts List and Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. Cutting 1. Place the material to be cut in the Vise (9) as described above. 2. The Mini Cut-Off Saw has a Safety Lever (27) which must be released to lower the Blade.
every work session remove sawdust from the motor vents. Prevent wood, dust and debris from accumulating in the working area. Keep the Saw Blade (18) clean and sharp. A sharp blade will minimize stalling and kickback. Maintenance And Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY The manufacturer and/or distributor has provided the parts list and assembly diagram in this manual as a reference tool only. Neither the manufacturer or distributor makes any representation or warranty of any kind to the buyer that he or she is qualified to make any repairs to the product, or that he or she is qualified to replace any parts of the product.
Assembly Diagram Record Product’s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 42307 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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