7-1/4 INCH CIRCULAR SAW Model 94245 Set up and Operating Instructions Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Save this manual. Copyright© 2006 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
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ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
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to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris. 12. Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as ″plunge cuts″ and ″compound cuts.″ Raise lower guard by retracting handle and as soon as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically. 13. Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw down on bench or floor.
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. In addition, people with pacemakers should: • Avoid operating alone. • Do not use with power switch locked on. • Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock. • Any power cord must be properly grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should also be implemented – it prevents sustained electrical shock. 30.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as explained in this manual. If any abnormal vibration occurs, stop use immediately. Save these instructions. double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code. 2.
7. 8. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it. Protect the extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas. RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS* (120/240 VOLT) EXTENSION CORD NAMEPLATE LENGTH AMPERES (at full load) 25’ 50’ 75’ 100’ 150’ 0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16 2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14 3.5 – 5.
Unpacking Functions When unpacking, make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible. Handle Grip Instructions for putting into use Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Operating Instructions Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. 3. Raise the Blade Guard (20) as far as possible. See photo on the next page. 4. Hold the Blade Guard up and press the Spindle Lock Button with one hand. Rotate the Saw Blade until the Spindle Lock catches and the blade stops. 5.
Work Piece and Work Area Set Up 1. 9. Work piece selection: Use the appropriate type of blade for the material you are cutting. a. Work piece must be free of foreign objects and loose knots. b. Do not use to cut logs, tree limbs, or uneven lumber. c. Wet lumber, green (unseasoned) lumber, and pressure treated lumber all have an increased potential for kickback and should only be cut with a blade designed for cutting that lumber.
or clamp a straight edge to the material to guide the saw on a straight path. Refer to photo above. 6. When the Base Plate is resting flat on the stock being cut, proceed cutting in a forward direction to the end of the cut. 6. Place the saw Base Plate on the material to be cut. Align the front notch (right edge aligns with saw blade) on the cut line. 7. When the cut is complete, release the Trigger and wait for the Saw Blade to come to a stop before lifting the saw out of the cut. 7.
Maintenance And Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. To prevent serious injury from accidental operation: Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. To prevent serious injury from tool failure: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Troubleshooting Symptom Saw does not start when trigger is pulled. Possible Cause 1. No power to line cord. 2. Switch Lock Button not pushed in while pulling trigger. 3. Defective switch. 4. Carbon brushes dirty or worn down. While cutting, saw slows down. Carbon brushes dirty or worn down. Saw blade slips while cutting. Hex Screw (42) loose. Blade Guard (20) sticks or Debris buildup in the Blade Cover does not open easily. (11). Wood burns or smokes while Saw Blade dull. being cut. Remedy 1.
Parts List Part 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 Description Guide Fence Round-head Rivet Guide Fence Screw Base Plate Screw M6x16 Angle Bracket Retaining Ring Carriage Bolt M6x10 Washer Wing Nut M6 Blade Cover Blade Flange Spring Pin Sawblade Inner Flange Spindle Shaft Key Screw M4x8 Cover Blade Guard Screw M5x10 Bearing 6001Z Front Cover Bushing Screw M5x14 Gear Spring Washer Spring Washer Fender Ring Oil Bearing Housing Spring Spindle Lock Q’ty
Assembly Diagram REV 10e SKU 94245 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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