TABLE OF CONTENTS Front cover ……………….………………………………………………………………... Table of contents ……………….………………………………………………………………... General safety warnings……………………………………………………………….………..... Eye, ear & lung protection……………………………………………………………….………..... Electrical safety……………………………………………………………….………..... ……..... ... ... Power tool safety……………………………………. ……………………………………… Specific Safety Rules……………………………………….…………..……….... ………….. Extension cord safety ………………………………………………………………....
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS ! WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS EYE, EAR & LUNG PROTECTION – cont’d WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. ! WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic abnormalities.
POWER TOOL SAFETY ! WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
POWER TOOL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ! WARNING: Know your Plunge cut circular saw. Do not plug the saw into the power source until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK – cont’d operating properly, they must be serviced before use. The lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris. When the blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it. Protect your extension cord from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas. ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES – cont’d When replacing the blade, make sure the replacement blade is 6-1/2" in diameter and is rated for 6,000 RPM.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Rating: Amperes: No load speed: Arbor: Blade: Guide rail size: Maximum cutting depth without track (90o) Maximum cutting depth without track (45o) Maximum cutting depth with track (90o) Maximum cutting depth with track (45o) Weight: 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 10 AMP 5200 RPM 5/8” 6-1/2" 4 x (27-1/2" x 7") 56mm (2-1/8") 45mm(1-3/4”) 50mm(1-7/8”) 40mm(1-1/2”) 10.8 lb(4.
SYMBOLS ! WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the saw. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool.
KNOW YOUR PLUNGE CUT CIRCULAR SAW 9 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. Dust port Upper Guard Blade 24T Blade securing bolt outer flange Front handle Angle adjustment lock knob Base plate Guard window Direction indicator On/Off trigger Plunge release Main handle Depth scale Depth locking knob Track tension adjusters Track channel Safety button Motor cover screw Motor vents Motor cover Guide plate Joining bar Workpiece clamp Hex.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING Blade 40T (see (26) in Know your Plunge cut circular saw on page 12) – Fine wood blade for smooth clean cuts in wood and normal use in very light density woods and composite materials. INSTALLING THE BLADE ! WARNING: Always remove the plug from the power source before installing or removing a blade or adjusting the saw in any way. 1. 2. 3. 4. NOTE: Do NOT remove the inner flange (a) from the arbor (b). (see Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING e) Before turning the saw ON, carefully rotate the blade by hand to make sure it does not wobble. Lock on DUST ADAPTOR 1. The Plunge cut circular saw is supplied with a dust adaptor for a vacuum. It is attached to the dust port located at the back end of the fixed guard. 2. 3. Lock off Insert the dust adaptor to dust port until it fastens.(Fig. 4) MATERIALS THAT YOU CAN CUT Use a 1-1/4” tube to connect the dust adaptor and vacuum to keep work area clean while cutting.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING PLUNGE CUTTING For safety reasons, the operator must read the sections of this Owner’s Manual entitled "GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS", "POWER TOOL SAFETY", "SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES", "EXTENSION CORD SAFETY" and "SYMBOLS" before using this circular saw. ! WARNING: To avoid loss of control, damage to the blade or damage to the workpiece, always use extreme caution when making plunge cuts. It is not recommended to plunge cut any material other than wood. 1.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING 1. 2. 3. Lay the track section (without joining bars) on its back toward the left hand side of the work surface. Using the supplied hexagon key to loosen the 4 screws in the joining bar, Slide the cavities over the joining bar that is protruding from track section. (Fig.9. Fig.10) Insert joining bar into the matching cavities in the left hand track section.(Fig.11) NOTE: Do not tighten any screws until the guide track has been fully assembled.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING CUTTING USING THE GUIDE TRACK The guide track can be used to make precision cuts on workpieces up to 110-1/4” (2.8 m). 1. 2. Place workpiece on a table. Mark the cut line (1) on the workpiece (Fig. 13). NOTE: The guide track alignment mark placement will vary depending upon the type of blade being used. Always make a test cut on a scrap workpiece to verify the set-back distance. 5. Set the saw cutting depth (see page 16, section of SETTING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT). 6.
MAINTENANCE 8. Use the Track Tension Adjusters to control movement resistance of the saw along the track. Set them to equal tension at the maximum level that allows smooth movement along the track. This will reduce or eliminate sideways movement for more precise cuts and improved safety. NOTE: Make sure the blade does NOT contact the workpiece. 9. Turn the saw ON and slide the saw to cut. GENERAL ! WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
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PARTS LIST ! WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the saw. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this saw may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician. For more information, call the Toll-free Helpline, at 1-866-349-8665. Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number.