Use And Care Manual

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OPERATION
KICKBACK (FIG. 6)
FIG. 6
DIRECTION OF CUT
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls
rapidly and the saw is driven back towards
the operator. Blade stalling is caused by
any action that pinches the blade in the
wood. Loss of control can lead to serious
injury.
WARNING:
• Use only 6-1/2” saw blades rated
5600/min (RPM) or greater. Never use
a blade that is so thick that it prevents
the outer blade washer from engaging
with the flat side of the spindle. Using
a blade not designed for the saw may
result in serious personal injury and
property damage.
• If the blade comes in contact with
the workpiece before it reaches full
speed, it could cause the saw to
“kickback” towards you, which could
result in serious injury.
• When using the saw, always stay alert
and exercise control. Do not remove
the saw from the workpiece while the
blade is moving.
DANGER:
When sawing through
a workpiece, the lower blade guard does
not cover the blade on the underside of
the workpiece. Since the blade is exposed
on the underside of the workpiece, keep
hands and fingers away from the cutting
area. Any part of your body coming in
contact with a moving blade will result in
serious injury.
NOTICE: Never use the saw when the
guard is not operating properly. The guard
should be checked for correct operation
before each use. If you drop your saw,
check the lower blade guard and bumper
for damage at all depth settings before
using.
SAW BLADES
In order to cut efficiently, all saw blades
need to be kept clean, sharp and properly
set. Using a dull blade places a heavy load
on the saw and increases the danger of
kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so
sharp blades are always available. Gum
and wood pitch hardened on the blade
slows the saw down. Use gum and pitch
remover, hot water or kerosene to remove
them. Do not use gasoline.
NOTICE: The circular saw is mainly
intended for cutting wood. It’s
recommended to use wood-cutting blade.
WARNING:
Do not use abrasive
blades with the circular saw. Abrasive
dust may cause lower guard to not
operate properly.
KICKBACK
Blade is set
too deep
Correct blade
depth