Harbor Freight Tools 61973 Support Question
Harbor Freight Tools 61973 Support Question
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Question posted by jeangambrell on March 6th, 2015
Laser Line And Cutting Line Do Not Line Up
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on March 10th, 2015 3:51 AM
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According to page 13 of the user manual, if the laser line and cutting line don't line up, let go of the trigger and reset the position of the piece you are cutting.
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Related Harbor Freight Tools 61973 Manual Pages
User Manual - Page 2
...technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
Table of Contents
Safety 3 Specifications 6 Setup 7 Operation 10
Maintenance 14 Parts List and Diagram 18 Warranty 20
SAFETY
SETUP
OPERATION
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS This is ...that follow this symbol to personal injury. Item 61973 Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
User Manual - Page 3
...if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is in...tool before turning it was designed.
8. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
Item 61973...line voltage resulting in doubt, use depending on .
3. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. The use .
9. SAFETY
SETUP
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
General Tool...18 16 16 14
6.1 - 10
18 16 14 12
10.1 - 12
16 16 14...
User Manual - Page 4
... the full rear position after service.
10. DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED...tools may be cut logs, tree limbs, or uneven lumber.
16. Wear a NIOSHapproved respirator and have an increased potential for 2-Prong Plug.)
Miter Saw Safety Warnings
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Miter Saw
1. Blades must move freely and close instantly.
20. Item 61973...
User Manual - Page 5
...harm. To reduce the risk of it). SAFETY
SETUP
Miter Saw Safety Warnings (cont.)
22. Only use a power tool while you to lead, a chemical known to the...tool do this product, but must be NIOSH-approved for a replacement.
27. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as possible (while still keeping safe control of vibration-related injury:
1.
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
Item 61973...
User Manual - Page 6
... herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. AVOID EXPOSURE Laser light is emitted
from this product will increase eye hazard. Accessory Diameter
Arbor
90° Straight
Cutting
45° Miter
Capacities 45° Straight Bevel
45° Compound
120V~ / 60Hz / 15A 4,800 RPM 10" 5/8" Round 2-3/4″ x 5-7/8″ 2-3/4″ x 4-1/4″ 1-9/16″ x 5-7/8″ 1-9/16...
User Manual - Page 7
...refer to a stable support before set up or use . Assembly
1. SETUP
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
Item 61973
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Mounting
Use the four bolt holes provided in...saw . Insert the ends of the Table Extensions into the end of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in the Base to mount the Miter Saw...
User Manual - Page 9
... When the Handle is lowered, the Lower Guard raises automatically. Do not interfere with deep groove to lock cutting head. Note: Additional functions are explained elsewhere in the manual.
Page 9
MAINTENANCE Spindle Lock
SAFETY
SETUP
OPERATION... with the proper movement of the Lower Guard.
Item 61973
Align pin with shallow groove to its safety position. When the Handle is raised ...
User Manual - Page 10
...
1. SETUP
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
Figure A Page 10
Figure B
7. Replace the Flange and Spindle Bolt. Hold in this product.
Unplug the tool from the Blade before using the saw ′s head and hold it up.... Bolt by turning CLOCKWISE.
Remove the Blade (66) and install the new Blade. Item 61973 TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED....
User Manual - Page 11
... often used to form a compound angle. Tighten the Miter Knob after the cut is at often used miter angles, including 22.5º, 30º, 45º, and 90º on the Bevel Indicator.
3. Tighten firmly but do not over-tighten.
4. Bevel Lock Lever
Figure C
Bevel Indicator
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
Item 61973
For technical questions, please call...
User Manual - Page 12
... preventing the workpiece from moving during the cutting operation. Securing the workpiece will appear in the cuts resulting in poor joinery.
5.
Mount the Miter Saw so that is level to increase depth. 6. Raise the saw stand or other clamping devices (not included).
Secure workpieces to the saw table. Item 61973 Loosen the Depth Stop Nut on both...
User Manual - Page 13
...-down on the material, use light downward pressure. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of cutting area.
1. Keep hands well clear of children's reach. Blow any sawdust or debris away from the saw.
9.
Note: If the laser guide line does not line up with your measured mark, keeping the rest of the blade on the...
User Manual - Page 14
...condition that the cut .
Item 61973 Check for an accurate reading.
4. WARNING!
Cleaning...miter or bevel angle. If Fence needs adjustment:
1. First unplug the tool.
2. Lower the blade assembly and lock it must contact the surface of the tool. If either test reveals that may affect its electrical outlet before beginning work , make a test cut with one last time, then proceed to the Saw...
User Manual - Page 15
...2.
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
Item 61973
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. To adjust the Kerf Board:
1. Replace the four screws and tighten them slightly.
2.
Make a cut on a piece of...be at 45º left side of the Miter Table Angle Indicator.
1. Calibrating the Bevel Angle
For making accurate cuts, the Saw Blade must be checked by adjusting the Bevel ...
User Manual - Page 16
... or servicing the tool. Wood burns at outlet. 2. Blade binds, slowing or stopping saw or ends are prone to material. Finished side is plugged in. 1.
For cross cutting hard wood and for... material.
4. Check position of material up or facing operator. Item 61973 ...
User Manual - Page 17
... HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY.
Record Product's Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. SETUP
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
Item 61973
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK...
User Manual - Page 18
...10 M6×18 Bolt 11 M5×12 Bolt 12 Ø5 Spring Washer 13 Miter Lock 14 Miter Lock Cover 15 Miter Knob 16 Kerf Board 17 M4×8 Bolt 18 Miter... Indicator 19 Locating Screw 20 Ø8 Fender Washer 21 M8 Nut 22 M8 Nut 23 M8×20 Bolt 24 Turntable 25 Bevel Pointer 26 Ø4 Flat Washer 27 Ø4 Spring Washer 28 M4×10...10...10 ...10...10...10/1W) 1
111 ST3.9×10...Laser Seat
1
129 Laser...
User Manual - Page 19
Page 19
MAINTENANCE Assembly Diagram
SAFETY
SETUP
OPERATION
19 95
117 116
13 3 13 2 13 1
13 0 129
128 127
33
126
13 4
125
24
124
123 122 121 120
99 100
103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110
111
Item 61973
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
User Manual - Page 20
... WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS. Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. To take advantage of this product is no event be returned to state.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA...
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