Harbor Freight Tools 61970 Support Question
Harbor Freight Tools 61970 Support Question
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Question posted by mikemorey on March 23rd, 2017
Replacement Fence Parts For Item 61970
Where can I get fence replacement parts for this miter saw?
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on March 24th, 2017 6:53 AM
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If you can't get the part directly from the manufacturer [use the contact information here--https://www.contacthelp.com/Harbor%20Freight%20Tools/customer-service], ask for a part number and (with or without a part number) follow the applicable suggestions at this previous answer.
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Related Harbor Freight Tools 61970 Manual Pages
User Manual - Page 2
...-866-5797. It is the safety alert symbol. Save all safety warnings and instructions.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. Table of checking to see that follow the warnings and instructions may result in death or serious injury. Item 61970
MAINTENANcE Obey all safety messages that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from work area well...
User Manual - Page 3
... 12
10.1 - 12
16 16 14 12
12.1 - 16
14 12 Do not use.
9. DISCONNECT TOOLS before plugging in loss of injury to persons.
18. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is in doubt, use one heavy enough to contain long hair.
11. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. SETUp
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Item 61970...
User Manual - Page 4
...replacement parts.
22. When servicing use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt. To reduce the risk of control.
12. DANGER! coasting cutting Tool can Be Dangerous - This plug will run eccentrically, causing loss of electric shock, double... Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Miter Saw
1.
Do not operate saw blade.
6. Double insulated tools may loosen the blade-retaining ...
User Manual - Page 5
...tool.
28. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for a replacement.
27. Do not smoke during use .
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools...chemically treated lumber Your risk from use . OpERATION
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Item 61970
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ... understood by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities, contains chemicals...
User Manual - Page 6
...eye hazard. Accessory Diameter
12"
Arbor
1″
90° Straight
4″ x 13-3/8″
Cutting
45° Miter
Capacities 45° Straight Bevel
4″ x 9-1/2″ 2-1/8″ x 13-3/8″
45° Compound (L/R) 2-1/8″ x ...in hazardous radiation exposure. Item 61970 SAFETy
Specifications
Electrical Rating
120VAC / 60Hz / 15A
Spindle No Load Speed
3,800 RPM
Max.
User Manual - Page 7
... mount the Miter Saw to rest on.
2. Mounting hardware not included. TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OpERATION: Turn the power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before set up or use . Slip the Dust Collection Bag over the Dust Outlet behind the saw . SETUp
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Item 61970
For...
User Manual - Page 8
Item 61970
SAFETy
SETUp
Functions
Trigger Lock
Dust collection
Bag
Slide Lock Knob
Bevel Angle Indicator
Fence
Turntable
Trigger Lock
Trigger
Lower Guard
Blade
clamp
Table Extension
Miter Scale Kerf Board
Miter Lock
Miter Knob
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Page 8
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
User Manual - Page 9
... with deep groove to prevent the cutting head from sliding back and forth for chopping cuts. Loosen this to lock cutting head.
Do not interfere with the proper movement of Selected Functions Head Lock-down
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Description of the Lower Guard. Item 61970
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797...
User Manual - Page 10
... any procedure in the Spindle Lock (91) on the Spindle. Item 61970 Replacing the Blade
Note: Blade sold separately.
1. Outer Flange (109)...Replace the Outer Flange and Spindle Bolt. Spindle Lock (91)
6. Hold in the same direction as the rotation arrow on the Upper Guard (111).
8.
Unplug the tool from the Blade before using the Saw. Position the cupped side of this product. Tool...
User Manual - Page 11
... back into each side of the saw. Tighten the Sliding Fence Lock Knobs (34) after adjusting the miter angle.
2. If the workpiece is not supported, it is not level, you will indicate the selected angle. Bevel Lock Knob
Bevel Indicators
Figure D: Bevel Angle Adjustment
Item 61970
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
Compound angle cuts are inserted into...
User Manual - Page 12
...saw table using the Clamp or other means to possible damage. Mount the Miter Saw so that is desired, use the Depth Stop Knob setting.
4. Secure workpieces to increase depth.
6. Item 61970...working.
3. OpERATION
MAINTENANcE
Page 12
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
Unlock the Head Lock-down on the same level, unwanted bevel angles will also improve cutting ...
User Manual - Page 13
... not line up with the saw horses or supports if necessary....Miter Knob, Bevel Lock Knob, Fence and Table Extension Knobs).
3. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of cutting area.
1. Place the work material in the tool.
7. Ensure that the Switch is completed, raise the blade assembly, release the trigger, wait for the Blade to cut .
8. SETUp
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User Manual - Page 14
... an accurate square.
Lay a carpenter's square on scrap material with one last time, then proceed to the Saw Blade.
1. Loosen the bolts slightly, and gently tap the Fence into position using dry compressed air.
4. Item 61970
MAINTENANcE Periodically, wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and NIOSH-approved breathing protection and blow dust out of the...
User Manual - Page 15
... adjust the Kerf Board:
1. Replace the four screws and tighten them slightly.
2. Ensure that the left .
4. Belt Inspection and Tensioning
1. Remove Belt Guard.
2. b.
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Item 61970
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Once the bevel angle is adjusted, adjust the Bevel Angle Indicator to read 0º when the Saw Blade is in place...
User Manual - Page 16
... before service. Item 61970 SAFETy
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Troubleshooting
problem
Tool will not start...Fence and supported on the saw .
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Page 16
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
Accessory misaligned.
3. Wood burns at its length and load. Material is misaligned on ends. 1.
Have technician service tool.
2.
Have technician service tool. Replace...
User Manual - Page 17
... OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. SAFETy
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Item 61970
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17 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...
User Manual - Page 18
... call 1-888-866-5797. Item 61970 SAFETy
SETUp
parts List and Diagram
parts List
part
Description
Qty
1 Left Bevel Pointer
1
2 Socket Cap Screw M8x25
4
3 Thin Nut M8 (3.2mm)
2
4 Supporting Arm
1
5 Sliding Shaft Lock Knob M6x30 1
6 Spring
1
7 Flat Washer 6
13
8 Oriented Bearing Covers
2
9 Sliding Shafts
2
10 Screw St4.2x14
4
11 Flat Washer 5
12
12 Wire Clip Cable
2
13...
User Manual - Page 19
Assembly Diagram
Record product's Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Item 61970 MAINTENANcE
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SETUp
SAFETy
Page 19
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts.
User Manual - Page 20
... warranty, the product or part must bear the cost of our product. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of maintenance. Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. Some states do not..., EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS. We will either repair or replace the product at our expense, but if we determine there is free from defects in no...
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