7-1/4 INCH CIRCULAR SAW Model # 3614 bit.ly/wenvideo IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 3 4 7 8 9 11 14 15 17 Technical Data General Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules For Circular Saw Electrical Information Know Your Circular Saw Assembly and Adjustments Operation Maintenance Exploded View and Parts List Warranty TECHNICAL DATA Model Number: Motor: Speed (no load): Blade Size: Cutting Capacity at 90°: Cutting Capacity at 45°: Weight: Contents: 2 3614 120 V, 60 Hz, 12A 5,500 RPM 7-1/4˝ 2-7/16˝ 1-13/16˝ 7.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: To avoid mistakes and serious injury, do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood. 1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the tool’s applications, limitations, and possible hazards. 2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. Do not use power tools in wet or damp areas or expose them to rain.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES 15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant rubber-soled footwear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scrap, and other debris. 16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 17. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, jamming, breakage, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAW 5. The lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as “Pocket Cuts” and “Compound Cuts.” Raise the lower guard by retracting the lever. As soon as a blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically. 6. Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the saw down on a bench or floor.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAW 11. Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts. The blade washers and bolts were specially designed for your saw with optimum performance and safety of operation in mind. 12. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only while holding it in your hands. 13. When operating the tool from an elevated position, be aware of people or things beneath you. 14. Always hold the tool firmly in your hands before switching the tool “ON.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW 1 12 13 2 16 15 14 19 17 18 11 19 10 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 5 Spindle Lock Front Handle Depth Guide Bracket Rear Handle Depth Clamp Lever Base Rip Guide Saw Blade Rip Guide Locking Knob Bevel Clamp Knob 6 7 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 8 Bevel Scale Bracket Safety Switch Trigger Switch Upper Blade Guard Dust Extraction Chute Lower Guard Lever Arbor Bolt Lower Blade Guard Carbon Brush Covers 9
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting, adding accessories, or checking a function on the tool. WARNING: 7-1/4” is the maximum blade capacity of your saw. Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer flange washer to fit properly on the spindle. An overly thick blade will prevent the blade bolt from securing the blade on the spindle. Larger diameter blades will contact the blade guards.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS BEVEL ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 1. Loosen the bevel clamp knob at the bevel scale bracket on the front of the saw base. 2. Tilt the saw base to the desired angle. The bevel scale will align with the indicator line on the stationary bevel bracket. 3. Tighten the clamp knob securely. 4. Make a test cut in scrap lumber and measure the angle of the cut to confirm that the bevel angle is properly set. If necessary, adjust the bevel angle appropriately before cutting the actual work piece.
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE SAW WARNING: Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the tool is turned off. Accidently starting the saw could result in injury. TO START THE SAW Press and hold the safety switch, and then hold down the trigger switch. NOTE: Always let the blade reach full speed before guiding the saw into the work piece.
OPERATION CROSS-CUTTING AND RIP CUTTING Cutting directly across the grain of a piece of wood is called crosscutting and is likely the most common type of cut done with a circular saw. As mentioned in “Installing the Rip Guide,” cutting wood lengthwise, or with the grain, is referred to as rip cutting (or also, simply just “ripping”). Both types of cuts are performed in the same manner with the exception of the methods used to support and secure the work piece for cutting.
OPERATION POCKET CUTS A pocket cut is a cut that must be made inside the area of the workpiece rather than starting from an outside edge and working inward. Pocket cuts can be very dangerous for the novice to attempt because of the need to manually retract the lower guard and perform a plunge cut which is potentially hazardous. 1. Adjust the bevel setting to zero. 2. Set the blade to the correct blade depth setting. 3. Swing the lower blade guard up by using the lower blade guard handle.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
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EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Item 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 16 Stock# 3614-001 3614-002 3614-003 3614-004 3614-005 3614-006 3614-007 3614-008 3614-009 3614-010 3614-011 3614-012 3614-013 3614-014 3614-015 3614-016 3614-017 3614-018 3614-019 3614-020 3614-021 3614-022 3614-023 3614-024 3614-025 3614-026 3614-027 3614-028 3614-029 3614-030 3614-031 3614-032 Description Right handle Lock off lever Spring Power cord clamp Screw ST4.
LIMITED TWO YEARS WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase.
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