RIDGID MS1250LZA - User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
12 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW
WITH LASER
MS1250LZA - Double Insulated
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Summary

General Safety Rules

Specific Safety Rules

Service

Electrical

Double Insulation

Concept in safety in electric power tools that eliminates need for grounded cord.

Extension Cords

Guide to selecting and using extension cords for power tools.

Assembly

Unpacking

Instructions for safely unpacking the miter saw and checking for damage.

Mounting Holes

Guidance on mounting the saw securely to a workbench or stand.

To Install Blade

Step-by-step guide for installing the saw blade correctly.

Aligning the Laser Guide Line

How to align the laser guide for precise cutting.

Squaring the Saw Blade to the Fence

Steps to ensure the saw blade is perpendicular to the fence.

Squaring the Blade to the Miter Table

Procedure to align the saw blade perpendicular to the miter table.

Operation

Cutting with Your Compound Miter Saw

General guidance for operating the miter saw for cuts.

To Cross Cut

Step-by-step instructions for performing cross cuts.

To Bevel Cut

Detailed steps for making bevel cuts with the miter saw.

To Compound Miter Cut

Instructions for making cuts with both miter and bevel angles simultaneously.

Cutting Compound Miters

Chart and guidance for setting compound miter angles.

Cutting Crown Molding

Method for accurately cutting crown molding using compound settings.

Cutting Warped Material

Tips for cutting warped material to avoid pinching the blade.

Adjustments

To Adjust the Laser Guide

Maintenance

Brush Replacement

Warranty

RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool 3 Year Limited Service Warranty

What Is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty

RIDGID MS1250LZA Specifications

General

Type	Miter Saw
Blade Size	12 inches
Motor Power	15 amps
Arbor Size	1 inch
Voltage	120V
No Load Speed (RPM)	4000 RPM
Depth of Cut at 90 degrees	4.5 inches
Cord Length	6 ft
Bevel Capacity	48 degrees left and right