N. UPPER AND LOWER BLADE GUARDS: The lower
blade guard is made of shock-resistant, see-through
plastic that provides protection from each side of the
blade. It automatically retracts over the upper blade
guard as the saw is lowered into the workpiece.
O. 12-INCH BLADE: A 12" blade is included with the
compound miter saw. It will cut materials up to 4"
thick or 14" wide, depending upon the angle at which
the cut is being made.
P. SAW HEAD HANDLE: Use this handle to perform
cuts as instructed in the operation section of this
manual. This handle also includes the power switch
for activating the saw blade.
Q. SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON: The spindle lock button
locks the spindle preventing the blade from rotating
while removing or installing the blade screw.
R. SLIDE LOCK: This allows head to move front to rear
for cutting wide material up to 14" wide.
S. ELECTRIC BRAKE: An electric brake has been
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Check shipping carton and machine for damage before unpacking. Carefully remove packaging materials, parts and
machine from shipping carton. Always check for and remove protective shipping materials around motor and moving
parts. Lay out all parts on a clean work surface.
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Compare the items to inventory figures, verify that all items are accounted for before discarding the shipping
carton. Report any missing or damaged parts, please call our Customer Care Center at 800-223-7278. Prior to
tool assembly and use, read this manual to familiarize yourself with proper assembly, maintenance and safety
procedures.
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If any parts are missing, do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn the power on. The saw should only be
energized after all parts have been located and correctly assembled.
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CONTENT DESCRIPTION (QTY)
A. SHOPMASTER S26-272L 12-inch Sliding Compound
Miter Saw
B. Dust Collection Bag (1)
FEATURES
provided to more quickly stop blade rotation after the
switch is released. (not shown)
T.
LASER: For more accurate cuts, a laser is included
with your miter saw. When used properly, the laser
makes accurate, precision cutting simple and easy.
U. POWER SWITCH: The saw blade is activated by
an easy-to-use switch. When not in use the saw
should be disconnected from the power supply and
switch locked in the off position using a padlock
(not included) inserted through the hole in the switch
trigger. A lock with a long shackle up to 5/16 in.
diameter may be used. The padlock and key should
be stored in separate locations.
V. POWER SAFETY TOGGLE: Reduces safety risk for
unauthorized users.
UNPACKING
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FIGURE 2
C. Work Clamp (1)
D. Blade Wrench (1)
E. Support Extensions (2)
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