Compound+Miter+Box

A [|miter saw], also known as a "chop saw," is a circular saw that is mounted on a frame. It is designed to be portable and to make very accurate angled cuts between 45 and 90 degrees. The [|compound miter saw] can cut at an additional angle in order to cut bevels. Miter saws are predominately used in cutting wood but can also be used to cut plastics and light metals. Like any power tool, it is important to follow some safety rules to protect yourself. The following are some guidelines to keep yourself safe while operating you miter saw:
 * // Compound Miter Saw //**

safety goggles or safety glasses that currently meet the national safety standard. Wear a full protective face mask when needed or dust mask for dusty projects (some of the dust from projects can contain harmful chemicals). It is also recommended to wear hearing protection (such as ear plugs) with extended use of a miter saw.
 * 1) Wear protective gear. ** Make sure to protect your eyes with


 * 2) Avoid wearing any loose clothing. ** Do not wear anything that could possibly get in the way or fall into the path of the saw. This would include loose clothing, jewelry such as earrings, neck ties, gloves, or any dangling object. Remember to tie back long hair.

debris. Also, inspect material to make sure it is free from nails and any other foreign objects before cutting.
 * 3) Keep miter saw clean. ** The miter saw and area around the miter saw should always be clean and free from


 * 4) Maintain a sharp miter saw blade. ** Always use a miter saw blade that is sharp and undamaged.


 * 5) Do not over reach **. Keep a secure footing and do not over reach. Never attempt to reach around the miter saw while it is on.

blade guard. Do not operate machinery without these guards.
 * 6) Use miter saw safety guards. ** The miter saw should come with an upper hood that covers the top half of the blade along with a lower


 * 7) Make sure that blade is securely fastened **. Loose blades have the ability to fall off. Take care to make sure that the miter saw blade is securely fastened and aligned correctly. To do this, unplug the miter saw and carefully spin blade with finger. The blade should not hit any of the other components of the saw.


 * 8) Keep work material secure. ** Do not attempt to cut the material freehand. Always make sure that the material being cut is secure against the fence of the miter saw. If the work piece is unstable, then use a clamp to hold it in place. Also, remember to check that the miter saw is on a smooth and stable surface before beginning a project.


 * 9) Leave miter saw unplugged and in the off position when not in use. ** Following this guideline will protect you from any accidents that could occur when turning on your miter saw. Never leave a power tool on while unattended. It is also advisable to wait until your miter saw is completely warmed up and come up to speed before starting a project.

**//Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws from Dewalt //** **//WARNING: //**//Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your saw) to replace // //safety rules. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict // //severe injury. // //• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">until it is completely assembled and installed // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">according to the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can cause serious // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">OBTAIN ADVICE //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified person if you // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of this machine. Knowledge is safety. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">STABILITY. //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Make sure the miter saw is placed on a secure supporting surface and // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">does not slip or move during use. If the mobility kit is installed, raise the moveable // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">caster(s) so saw is in its stationary position. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">and recommended electrical connections to prevent // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">shock or electrocution. Protect electric supply line with at least a 15 ampere time-delay // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">fuse or a circuit breaker.” // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">MAKE CERTAIN //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">the blade rotates in the correct direction. The teeth on the blade // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">should point in the direction of rotation as marked on the saw. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">TIGHTEN ALL CLAMP HANDLES //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">, knobs and levers prior to operation. Loose clamps // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">can cause parts or the workpiece to be thrown at high speeds. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">BE SURE //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">all blade and clamp washers are clean, recessed sides of collars are against // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">blade and arbor screw is tightened securely. Loose or improper blade clamping may // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">result in damage to the saw and possible personal injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">ALWAYS USE A SHARP BLADE. //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Check the blade to see if it runs true and is free // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">from vibration. A dull or a vibrating blade can cause damage to the machine and/or // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">serious injury.” // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT OPERATE ON ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE DESIGNATED VOLTAGE //** //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">for the saw. Overheating, damage to the tool and personal injury may occur. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT WEDGE ANYTHING AGAINST THE FAN //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">to hold the motor shaft. Damage // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">to tool and possible personal injury may occur. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">force cutting action. Stalling or partial stalling of motor can cause damage. To // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">the machine or blade and/or serious injury. // **//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME TO FULL SPEED //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">prior to starting cut. Starting the // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">cut too soon may cause damage to the machine or blade and/or serious injury.” // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">NEVER CUT FERROUS METALS //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">(Those with any iron or steel content) or masonry. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Either of these can cause the carbide tips to fly off the blade at high speeds causing // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT USE ABRASIVE WHEELS. //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">The excessive heat and abrasive particles // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">generated by them may damage the saw and cause personal injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">NEVER //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade. Personal // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">injury will occur. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">NEVER //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">apply blade lubricant to a running blade. Applying lubricant could cause your // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">hand to move into the blade resulting in serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">place either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to the power // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">source. Inadvertent blade activation may result in serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT PERFORM FREE-HAND OPERATIONS //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">(workpiece not supported by table //  //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">and fence). Hold the work firmly against the fence and table. Free-hand operations on // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">a miter saw could cause the workpiece to be thrown at high speeds, causing serious // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">NEVER REACH AROUND //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">or behind the saw blade. A blade can cause serious // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">reach underneath the saw unless it is unplugged and turned off. Contact with // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">saw blade may cause personal injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">SECURE THE MACHINE TO A STABLE SUPPORTING SURFACE. //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Vibration can // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">possibly cause the machine to slide, walk, or tip over, causing serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">USE ONLY CROSSCUT SAW BLADES //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">recommended for miter saws. For best // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">results, use only zero-degree or negative hook angles when using carbide-tipped // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">blades. Do not use blades with deep gullets. These can deflect and contact the guard, // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">and can cause damage to the machine and/or serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">USE ONLY BLADES OF THE CORRECT SIZE AND TYPE //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">specified for this tool to // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">prevent damage to the machine and/or serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">INSPECT BLADE FOR CRACKS //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">or other damage prior to operation. A cracked or // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">damaged blade can come apart and pieces can be thrown at high speeds, causing // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">serious injury. Replace cracked or damaged blades immediately. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">CLEAN THE BLADE AND BLADE FLANGES //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">prior to operation. Cleaning the blade // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">and flanges allows you to check for any damage to the blade or flanges. A cracked or // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">damaged blade or flange can come apart and pieces can be thrown at high speeds, // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">causing serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">DO NOT //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">use lubricants or cleaners (particularly spray or aerosol) in the vicinity of the // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">plastic guard. The polycarbonate material used in the guard is subject to attack by // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">certain chemicals. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">ALWAYS USE THE KERF PLATE AND REPLACE THIS PLATE WHEN DAMAGED. //** //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Small chip accumulation under the saw may interfere with the saw blade or may cause // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">instability of workpiece when cutting. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">USE ONLY BLADE FLANGES //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">specified for this tool to prevent damage to the machine // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">and/or serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">CLEAN THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">of chips and sawdust. Clogged motor air slots can // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">cause the machine to overheat, damaging the machine and possibly causing a short // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">which could cause serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">away from the blade to prevent severe cuts. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Clamp all workpieces that would cause your hand to be within 6" of the saw blade. //  //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">NEVER LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE “ON” //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">position. Severe personal injury may result //  **//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">TURN OFF THE MACHINE //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">and allow the blade to come to a complete stop before //  //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">raising the arm and prior to cleaning the blade area, removing debris in the path of the // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">blade, before servicing or adjusting tool. A moving blade can cause serious injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE WORKPIECES //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">. Loss of control of the // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">workpiece can cause injury. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">NEVER //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">cross arms in front of blade while using tool. Always make a dry run // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">(unpowered) before making a finish cut so that you can check the path of the blade or // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">severe personal injury may result. // //<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">• //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-BoldOblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">ADDITIONAL INFORMATION //**//<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica-Oblique','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">regarding //
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">10) Be Alert! **Always be alert when operating a power tool. If the work becomes monotonous, take a short break. Accidents are prone to happen to those who are not paying attention.