4.8AMP MULTI-CUT SAW WITH MITER CUTTING BASE 241-0951 Owner’s Manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Rating: 120 V, 60 Hz, AC Amperes: 4.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….………………………………………………………………... Table of contents …………………………………………………………………….................. General safety warnings ………………………………………………………………………… Eye, ear & lung protection ………………………………………………………………………. Electrical safety …………………………………………………………………………………... Power tool safety …………………………………………………………………….................. General warning …………………………………………………………………………………. Work area ………………………………………………………………….……………………... Electrical safety …………………………………………………………………………………...
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS ! WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. ! WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic abnormalities.
POWER TOOL SAFETY ! WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) reduces the risk of electric shock. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
POWER TOOL SAFETY Power tool use and care Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Service Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ! WARNING: Know your multi-cut saw. Do not plug the tool into the power source until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK – cont’d Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. The lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris. When the blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES – cont’d When replacing the blade, make sure the replacement blade is 3 3/8" in diameter and is rated for at least 6,000 RPM. Installing an incorrect blade will result in possible injury and poor cutting action. After changing a blade or making adjustments, make sure the blade clamp screw is securely tightened. Loose blades and adjustment devices will be violently thrown. Never touch the blade during or immediately after use.
EXTENSION CORD SAFETY ! WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so it will not get caught on the workpiece, tools or any other obstructions while you are working with the power tool. ! WARNING: Repair or replace damaged or worn extension cords immediately. Make sure any extension cord used with this tool is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one of heavy enough gauge to carry the current the tool will draw.
SYMBOLS ! WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the multi-cut saw. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. V A Hz W kW L kg H N/cm2 Pa OPM Min S or a.c.
KNOW YOUR MULTI-CUT SAW Multi-cut Saw Blade guard release Power ON light Main handle Motor brush cover Cutting depth knob Hex key holders Blade guard ON/OFF trigger switch Motor vents Lock-off trigger Rip guide locking screw Motor vents Edge guide Cutting & Miter Guide Miter clamping lever Main housing Hold down clamp assembly Inner support arm Outer support arm Inner support arm extension 12
CONTENTS MULTI-CUT SAW COMPONENTS KEY A B C D E F G H I DESCRIPTION Multi-cut saw assembly Hex key – 3 mm Hex key – 5 mm Cutting & miter base assembly Corundum disc Super cut blade – 80T Segmented diamond wheel Carbide tipped blades ● 24 teeth ● 36 teeth Edge guide Vacuum hose (not illustrated) Tote bag (not illustrated) Owner’s manual QTY 1 1 1 1 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING This multi-cut precision saw is a versatile tool that is designed for use in confined work spaces. By selecting the appropriate cutting blades, it will cut copper and aluminum tubing, ceramic and marble tile, and assorted wood products. The following assembly and operating instructions will explain the tool and its operation in detail. REMOVING THE BLADE ! WARNING: Always unplug the tool from the power source before making any adjustments or changing the blade. Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING A BLADE 1. Loosen the depth control lever (1) by pulling it outward (Fig. 3). ! WARNING: Let the hot blade, arbor screw and thick washer cool before attempting to change the blade. 2. Slide the depth control (2) upward to the desired cutting depth (3). 1. Remove the existing blade (if one is installed), arbor screw and thick arbor washer as noted on the previous page. 3. Lock the depth control in place by pressing the depth control lever inward toward the tool. 2.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING THE EDGE GUIDE – cont’d NOTE: The edge guide can be installed on either the left or right hand side of the tool. 3. Slide the edge guide foot (6) toward the tool until the desired width of cut is indicated on the scale where it meets the right hand edge of the trapezoidal window (7). 4. Tighten the edge guide locking screw. NOTES: a) Do not over tighten the edge guide locking screws or you will damage the edge guide.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING ON/OFF SWITCH – cont’d 1. To turn the multi-cut saw ON, slide your index finger forward on the trigger switch (1) until it moves the lock-off trigger (2) forward. 2. While holding the lock-off trigger forward, squeeze the trigger switch to start the multi-cut saw. NOTE: Once the multi-cut saw is up to speed, slide your fingers back on the trigger switch while continuing to squeeze the trigger. The multi-cut saw will continue to run. 3. Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING CUTTING (without the edge guide) NOTE: Feed the blade into the workpiece at a slow steady pace. Do not force the tool so the motor slows down. The blade will cut faster and cleaner when turning at full speed. ! WARNING: Never try to cut a curve. This tool is designed only for straight line cuts. Attempting to cut curves will damage the blade, make rough cuts and possible break the blade. Serious injury may result.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING ASSEMBLING THE CUTTING & MITER GUIDE – cont’d CUTTING WITH THE CUTTING & MITER GUIDE 1. Assemble the cutting & miter guide as outlined in Fig. 10, 11 & 12. 2. Loosen the miter adjusting lever (3) by turning it counter clockwise (Fig. 13). 3. Rotate the inner support arm to the appropriate angle (11) and tighten the miter adjusting lever. NOTE: If the lever interferes with the holddown clamp, press the button in the centre of the lever and rotate it to a better position. 4.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING MAINTENANCE REPLACING CARBON MOTOR BRUSHES CUTTING WITH THE CUTTING & MITER GUIDE – cont’d 9. The carbon motor brushes will wear down and require replacing. The time intervals between replacements will vary depending upon the type of materials being cut and the hours of use. It is recommended that the brushes be checked after each 10 hours of use. When the length of the carbon brush reaches 1/4" (6.35 mm), the brushes should be replaced.
MAINTENANCE REPLACING CARBON MOTOR BRUSHES – cont’d It has been found that electric tools are subjected to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used on fiberglass boats and sports cars, wallboard, spackling compounds or plaster. The chips and grindings from these materials are highly abrasive to electric tool parts such as bearings, brushes, commutators, etc.
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EXPLODED VIEW – CUTTING & MITER GUIDE 23
PARTS LIST – MULTI-CUT SAW ! WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the multi-cut saw or cutting & miter guide. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this multi-cut saw or cutting & miter guide may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
PARTS LIST – MULTI-CUT SAW Key # 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 Part # 2050060109 1160010014 2030160119 4100050008 4010010106 0212000011 4010010053 3160060043 3160060045 4030010002 1220040018 2010050031 4010010060 3120040048 2040160143 4090010010 2050060170 3120040047 3120010069 0212000011 2030070044 1230010118 2050050035 3150150024 2030050002 4030010099 4030010006 2050050036 2030070045 1062020001 314001
PARTS LIST – CUTTING & MITER GUIDE Key # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Part # 3120020116 3120100045 2050040049 1160030064 4040010039 3120040049 2030250011 2020140006 3160060044 4030010217 4040010011 3140090017 4050010039 4020080024 3120040051 4060010005 2030250012 2050040050 3120040050 4030010099 2020140005 3150120068 4020080043 3150160159 4040010011 4040020014 1160030065 2040160151 1160020039 2020140007 2030030202 4030010006 Part Name Lock nut butt
PERFORMAX® MULTI-CUT SAW WARRANTY 30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This PERFORMAX® brand power tool carries our 30-Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your PERFORMAX® brand power tool for any reason within thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS ® retail store, and we will provide you a refund – no questions asked.
