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Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsWEN ManualsTools & Hardware12 Amp 7-1/4 in. Sidewinder Circular Saw
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STARTING AND STOPPING THE SAW
WARNING: Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the tool is turned off. Accidently start-
ing 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.
WARNING: The blade coming into contact with the work piece before reaching full speed, could cause
your saw to KICKBACK towards you resulting in serious personal injury.
TO STOP THE SAW
Release the trigger switch. Allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
NOTE: Do not remove your saw from the work piece while the blade is still moving.
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OPERATION
OPERATING THE SAW
CAUTION: To make sawing easier and safer, be sure to move the tool forward gently in a straight line. Never
force or twist the saw during operation. Forcing or twisting the tool will result in overheating the motor and will
increase the chances of dangerous kickback, possibly causing severe personal injury.
Correct preparation of the work piece and work area prior to cutting is also equally as important as safe operation.
1. Hold the tool firmly with both hands, using both the front grip and the rear handle.
2. Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making a cut.
3. Place the workpiece with the “good” side down.
4. Set-up and support the workpiece so the cut is always on your right. The larger left side of the saw’s base will be
on the part that DOES NOT fall off when the cut is made.
5. Securely clamp the workpiece so it will not move during the cut.
6. Place a clamp near the cut to further support the workpiece. Make sure the clamp is as close to the cut as pos-
sible without getting in the way of the saw’s line of motion.
7. Draw a guideline along the desired path of the cut before starting your saw or the cut.
8. Keep the cord away from the cutting area. Position the cord to prevent it from hanging up on the workpiece
and stop you from standing or tripping on the cord during operation.
DANGER: If, while operating the saw, the cord hangs up on the work piece or some other object during
a cut, release the switch trigger immediately. Unplug the saw and reposition the cord to prevent it from
hanging up again.