OPERATOR’S MANUAL
6-1/2 in. 19.2 VOLT CIRCULAR SAW
SIERRA CIRCULAR DE 6-1/2 pulg., 19,2 V
Model No. 315.CT2040
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes de usar este producto.
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Sears Brands Management, 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
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Warranty...................................................................... |
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Introduction................................................................. |
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General Power Tool Safety Warnings...................... |
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Circular Saw Safety Warnings................................. |
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WARRANTY / GARANTÍA
CRAFTSMAN® ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. With proof of purchase, defective product will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web site: www.craftsman.com
This warranty does not cover bits which are expendable part(s) that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period. This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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GARANTÍA LIMITADA DE CRAFTSMAN® POR UN AÑO
Este producto tiene garantía por cualquier defecto en material o mano de obra DURANTE UN AÑO desde la fecha de compra. Los productos defectuosos se remplazarán sin cargo si presenta un comprobante de pago.
Si desea conocer los detalles de la cobertura de la garantía para conseguir reparaciones o recambios, visite el sitio Web: www.craftsman.com
Esta garantía no cubre la brocas, que es una pieza fungible que puede desgastarse por el uso normal durante el período de garantía.
La garantía pierde validez si este producto se utiliza mientras se prestan servicios comerciales o si se alquila a otra persona.
Esta garantía le otorga derechos legales específicos y también puede gozar de otros derechos que varían según el estado.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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Esta herramienta ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
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.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or batteryoperated (cordless) power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
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.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
Use battery only with charger listed. For use with 19.2V nickel-cadmium and 19.2V lithium-ion battery packs, see tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supplement 988000-272.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn into air vents.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
When servicing a power tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.
CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade. Keep your second hand on
auxiliary handle, or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.
Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard can not protect you from the blade below the workpiece.
Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece.
Never hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform.
It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a “live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and shock the operator.
When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding.
Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation.
CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF 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 workpiece toward the operator.
When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator.
If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
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CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position your body to either side of the blade, but not in line with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
When 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. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur.
Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If saw blade is
binding, it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted.
Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel.
Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
Use extra caution when making a “plunge cut” into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.
Check lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position. If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.
Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as “plunge cuts” and “compound cuts.” Raise lower guard by retracting handle and as soon as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically.
Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw down on bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual carefully. Learn its 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.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before using this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
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Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
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Safety Alert |
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor................................................................ |
19.2 Volt DC |
Blade Diameter....................................................... |
6-1/2 in. |
Blade Arbor................................................................ |
5/8 in. |
Cutting Depth at 0°............................................... |
2-1/16 in. |
Cutting Depth at 45°............................................. |
1-7/16 in. |
No Load Speed................................................... |
4,700/min. |
KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW
See Figure 1, page i.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
BEVEL ADJUSTMENT
The bevel adjustment allows you to set the circular saw for bevel cuts from 0° to 50°.
BLADE WRENCH STORAGE
Convenient wrench storage for quick blade changes.
DEPTH LOCK KNOB
The depth lock knob adjusts the depth of cut from 0 in. to 2-1/16 in.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental starting.
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
The spindle lock button allows you to secure the blade when turning the blade screw.
WIDTH OF CUT SCALE
When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the scale can be used to measure up to 4 in. on the right side of the blade, and up to 1 in. on the left side of the blade.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
nCarefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure all items listed on the box are included.
WARNING: Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List are already assembled to your
product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.
nInspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
nDo not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
nIf any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-932-3188 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Circular Saw 6-1/2 in. Blade Blade Wrench Operator’s Manual
WARNING: If any parts are missing do not operate the tool until the missing parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use
with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.
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ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING THE BLADE
See Figure 2, page i.
WARNING: A 6-1/2 in. blade is the maximum blade capacity of the saw. Never use a blade that is too thick to allow outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle. Larger blades will come in contact with the blade guard, while thicker blades will prevent blade screw from securing blade on spindle. Either of these situations could result in a serious accident.
nRemove the battery pack from the saw.
nRemove blade wrench (5 mm hex key) from storage area.
nDepress spindle lock button and remove blade screw and outer blade washer.
NOTE: Turn blade screw clockwise to remove.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock, always allow motor to come to a complete stop before engaging spindle lock.
NOTE: Do not run the circular saw with spindle lock engaged.
nWipe a drop of oil onto inner blade washer and outer blade washer where they contact blade.
WARNING: If inner blade washer has been removed, replace it before placing blade on spindle. The larger diameter of the inner blade washer should be placed against the blade. Failure to do so could cause an accident since blade will not tighten properly.
nFit saw blade inside lower blade guard and onto spindle.
NOTE: The saw teeth point upward at the front of saw as shown in figure 2.
nReplace outer blade washer.
nDepress spindle lock button, then replace blade screw. Tighten blade screw securely by turning counterclockwise.
nReturn blade wrench to storage area.
NOTE: Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle.
REMOVING THE BLADE
See Figure 3, page i.
nRemove the battery pack from the saw.
nRemove blade wrench from storage area.
nPosition the saw as shown, depress the spindle lock button, and remove the blade screw by turning it clockwise.
nRemove outer blade washer.
nRemove the blade.
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OPERATION
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
WARNING: Always remove battery pack from the tool when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood, paneling)
Cross Cutting/Rip Cutting
Bevel Cutting
Pocket Cutting
WARNING: Never use abrasive cut-off wheels of any kind with this saw. Use of non wood cutting blades can result in property damage or serious personal injury.
This product will accept Craftsman® 19.2 V lithium-ion battery packs and Craftsman® 19.2 V nickel-cadmium battery packs.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s Manual for your battery pack and charger models.
WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Lock the switch when not in use or carrying at your side, when installing or removing the battery pack, and when installing or removing blades.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 4, page i.
nPlace battery pack in the saw. Align raised rib on battery pack with groove inside saw, then slide battery pack in saw.
nMake sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and battery pack is secured in saw before beginning operation.
nDepress the latches to remove the battery pack.
KICKBACK
See Figures 5 - 8, pages i and ii.
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back toward you. Blade stalling is caused by any action which pinches the blade in the wood.
DANGER: Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls. Kickback could cause you to lose control of the saw. Loss of control can lead to serious injury.
To guard against kickback, avoid dangerous practices such as the following:
Setting blade depth incorrectly.
Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece.
Twisting the blade while making a cut.
Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or improperly set blade.
Supporting the workpiece incorrectly.
Forcing a cut.
Cutting warped or wet lumber.
Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool.
To lessen the chance of kickback, follow these safety practices:
Keep blade at the correct depth setting. The depth setting should not exceed 1/4 in. below the material being cut.
Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before cutting. Never saw into a knot or nail.
Make straight cuts. Always use a straight edge guide when rip cutting. This helps prevent twisting the blade.
Use clean, sharp, and properly set blades. Never make cuts with dull blades.
Support the workpiece properly before beginning a cut.
Use steady, even pressure when making a cut. Never force a cut.
Do not cut warped or wet lumber.
Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback should occur.
WARNING: When using the saw, always stay alert and exercise control. Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving.
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OPERATION
SAW BLADES
The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not kept clean, sharp, and properly set. Using a dull blade will place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so that sharp blades are always available.
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow the saw down. Remove saw blade from the saw and use gum and pitch remover, hot water, or kerosene to remove these accumulations. DO NOT USE GASOLINE.
BLADE GUARD SYSTEM
See Figure 9, page ii.
The lower blade guard attached to the circular saw is there for your protection and safety. Do not alter it for any reason. If it becomes damaged, do not operate the saw until you have the guard repaired or replaced. Always leave guard in operating position when using the saw.
DANGER: When sawing through work, lower blade guard does not cover blade on the underside of work. Since blade is exposed on underside of work, keep hands and fingers away from cutting area. Any part of your body coming in contact with moving blade will result in serious injury.
CAUTION: Never use saw when guard is not operating correctly. Check the guard for correct operation before each use. The guard is operating correctly when it moves freely and readily returns to the closed position. If you drop the saw, check the lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all depth settings before reuse.
If at any time the lower blade guard does not snap closed, remove the battery from the saw. Exercise the lower guard by moving it rapidly back and forth from the full open position to the closed position several times. Normally this will restore the guard to its normal operating condition.
If it does not correct a slow or sluggish closing lower guard, do not use the saw. Take it to an authorized factory service center for repair.
STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW
See Figure 10, page ii.
To start the saw:
Depress the lock-off button.Squeeze the switch trigger.
Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw into the workpiece.
WARNING: The blade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause the saw to “kick back” toward you resulting in serious injury.
To stop the saw: Release the switch trigger.
After you release the switch trigger, allow the blade to come to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
See Figure 10, page ii.
The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental starting. The lock-off button is located on the handle above the switch trigger. The lock-off button must be de-
pressed before you pull the switch trigger. The lock resets each time the trigger is released.
NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either the left or right side.
ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH
See Figure 11, page ii.
Always keep correct blade depth setting. The correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1/4 in. below the material being cut. More blade depth will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough. For more depth of cut accuracy, a scale is located on the back of the upper blade guard.
Remove battery pack from saw.
Loosen depth lock knob.
Determine the desired depth of cut.
Locate depth of cut scale on back of upper blade guard.
Hold base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower saw until the indicator mark on bracket aligns with notch on blade guard.
Tighten depth lock knob securely.
OPERATING THE SAW
See Figures 12 - 14, page ii.
It is important to understand the correct method for operating the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw.
DANGER: When lifting the saw from the workpiece, the blade is exposed on the underside of the saw until the lower blade guard closes. Make sure the lower blade guard is closed before setting the saw down.
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