7-1/4-INCH CIRCULAR SAW 3087464 Model # 36725 For replacement parts visit WENPRODUCTS.COM 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Data Safety Introduction General Safety Rules Specific Rules for the Circular Saw Electrical Information Know Your Circular Saw Assembly & Adjustments Operation Maintenance Warranty Statement Exploded View and Parts List 2 3 4 6 8 9 10 12 15 17 18 TECHNICAL DATA Model Number: 36725 Motor: AC 120V, 60Hz, 12A No-Load Speed: 4500 RPM Bevel Angle: 0° to 45° Right Maximum Cutting Depth at 0°: 2-1/2 in. (65 mm) Maximum Cutting Depth at 45°: 1-3/4 in.
SAFETY INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Circular Saw. If you like sawing things, then this is the right product for you. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels affixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your tool works.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and serious injury. To avoid mistakes and serious injury, do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood. WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Avoid accidental start-ups. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before connecting the plug to a power source or carrying the tool. 2. Check power tool for damaged parts. Check for misalignment of moving parts, jamming, breakage, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn ON/OFF. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE CIRCULAR SAW WARNING: Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules. If you use this tool unsafe or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury. 1. WORK ENVIRONMENT. Do not operate the tool in wet or damp conditions; doing so significantly increases the risk of electrical shock. Do not operate the tool in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE CIRCULAR SAW 9. DURING THE CUT. Keep hands away from the cutting area and the blade. Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The blade guard cannot protect you from the blade protruding from the underside of the workpiece. Do not attempt to remove cut material when the blade is moving. 10. REDUCING KICKBACK. Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the work piece toward the operator.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in concept in electrical power tool safety, where two systems of insulation are provided. This eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW Carefully unpack the tool from the packaging. Check all components and compare against the graph below. If any part is damaged or missing, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, be sure that the tool is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before inspecting the unit, making adjustments or changing accessories. SETTING THE DEPTH OF CUT (Fig. 1 & 2) Before making a cut, it is important to set the correct blade depth. The saw’s maximum cutting depth at 0° setting is 2-1/2 inches.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS LINE-OF-CUT INDICATORS (Fig. 4) A line-of-cut indicator notch can be found at the front of the saw base. This notch helps provide indication of where the cut will be occurring. 45° 0° The right edge of the notch is used to indicate the line when making a 0° cut. The left edge of the notch is used to indicate the line during a 45° bevel cut.
OPERATION WARNING: To prevent serious injury, make sure all the instructions have been read and understood before operating this tool. Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the tool is turned off. Accidently starting the saw could result in injury. TYPES OF CUTS • Cross-Cutting And Rip Cutting Cutting directly across the grain of a piece of wood is called “cross-cutting” and is likely the most common type of cut done with a circular saw.
OPERATION OPERATING THE SAW 1. Hold the tool firmly with both hands, using both the front grip and the rear handle. Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making a cut. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade. 2. Stand to the left side of the saw. NEVER operate the saw standing to the right of the saw. Do not positioning yourself so that you’re in the path of chips and wood dust being ejected from the saw. 3.
OPERATION MAKING PLUNGE CUTS/POCKET CUTS A plunge cut is a cut that must be made inside the area of the workpiece rather than starting from an outside edge and working inward. Plunge 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.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, be sure that the tool is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before inspecting the unit, making adjustments or changing accessories. REPLACING THE SAW BLADE The quality of the cut depends on the condition of the saw blade. Never use a dull, rusty, or damaged blade. Before operation, check the blade and replace if the blade is worn-out or damaged. Use circular saw blades with 7-1/4-inch diameter and 5/8-inch arbor size.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid accidents, always disconnect the tool from the power supply before cleaning or performing any maintenance. CLEANING Clean the tool after every use with a soft cloth. Keep the ventilation openings free from dust and debris. 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. WARNING: Certain cleaning agents and solvents can damage plastic parts.
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to build 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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