Hilti SC 60W-A36 User Manual

SC 60W-A36

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1 Information about the documentation

1.1 About this documentation

• Read this documentation before initial operation or use. This is a
prerequisite for safe, trouble-free handling and use of the product.

• Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and
on the product.

• Always keep the operating instructions with the product and make sure
that the operating instructions are with the product when it is given to
other persons.

1.2 Explanation of symbols

1.2.1 Warnings

Warnings alert you to hazards that can occur when you are handling or
using the product. The following signal words are used in combination with
a symbol:

DANGER! Draws attention to imminent danger leading to serious
injury or fatality.

WARNING! Draws attention to a potential threat of danger that can
lead to serious injury or fatality.

CAUTION! Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that
can lead to minor injury or damage to the equipment or other prop­erty

1.2.2 Symbols in the documentation

The following symbols are used in this document:

Read the operating instructions before use

Instructions for use and other useful information

Dealing with recyclable materials

Do not dispose of electric equipment as household waste

1.2.3 Symbols in the illustrations

The following symbols are used in illustrations:

These numbers refer to the corresponding illustrations found at the
beginning of these operating instructions

The numbering reflects the sequence of operations shown in the
illustrations and may deviate from the steps described in the text

Item reference numbers are used in the overview illustrations and
refer to the numbers used in the product overview section

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This symbol is intended to draw special attention to certain points
when handling the product.

Wireless data transfer

1.3 Product information

Hilti products are designed for professional use and may be operated, ser-

viced and maintained only by trained, authorized personnel. This personnel
must be informed of any particular hazards that may be encountered. The
product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly
by untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use.
The type designation and serial number are stated on the rating plate.
▶ Write down the serial number in the table below. You will be required to

state the product details when contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti
organization to inquire about the product.

Product information

Circular saw SC 60WA36
Generation 01
Serial no.

1.4 Declaration of conformity

We declare, on our sole responsibility, that the product described here
complies with the applicable directives and standards. A copy of the
declaration issued by the certification department can be found at the end
of this documentation.
The technical documentation is filed and stored here:
Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | 86916
Kaufering, Germany

2 Safety

2.1 General power tool safety warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and

specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow the

instructions below 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 battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

▶ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark work areas

invite accidents.

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▶ Do not operate the power tool 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 power outlets reduce the 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 residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD

reduces the risk of electric shock.

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 the power tool may result in serious personal
injury.

▶ Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Protective equipment such as a 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.

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▶ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your

hair and clothing 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 let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you

to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless

action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

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 remove the

battery pack, if detachable, 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.

▶ 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 and accessories. 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.

▶ Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and

grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe

handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

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.

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▶ 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.

▶ Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified.

Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

▶ Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature.

Exposure to fire or temperature above 265 °F may cause explosion.

▶ Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack

or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.

Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

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.

▶ Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should

only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

2.2 Safety instructions for all saws

Cutting procedures
▶ 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 cannot 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 the workpiece in your hands or across your leg while

cutting. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. It is important to

support the work properly to minimise body exposure, blade binding, or
loss of control.

▶ Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, 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 could give the operator an electric shock.

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▶ 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 off-centre, 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.

Kickback causes and related warnings

• kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed 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 jammed 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.

▶ 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 so that the saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If a saw

blade binds, 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.

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▶ Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and

secure before making the cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting,

it may cause binding and kickback.

▶ Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind

areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.

Guard function
▶ Check the guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate

the saw if the guard does not move freely and enclose the blade
instantly. Never clamp or tie the guard so that the blade is exposed. If

the saw is accidentally dropped, the guard may be bent. Check to make
sure that the guard moves freely and does not touch the blade or any
other part, in all angles and depths of cut.

▶ Check the operation and condition of the guard return spring. If

the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be
serviced before use. The guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged

parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.

▶ Assure that the base plate of the saw will not shift while performing

a “plunge cut”. Blade shifting sideways will cause binding and likely kick

back.

▶ Always observe that the guard is covering the blade before placing

the 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 the switch is released.

2.3 Additional safety instructions

Personal safety

▶ Do not tamper with or attempt to make alterations to the power tool.
▶ Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
▶ Operate the power tool only together with the safety devices that belong

to it.

▶ Take breaks between working and do relaxation and finger exercises to

improve the blood circulation in your fingers.

▶ Switch the power tool on only after it is in position at the workpiece.
▶ When working with the power tool, always guide it away from your body.
▶ Never work overhead with the product.
▶ Do not attempt to brake the product by applying lateral pressure to the

saw blade.

▶ Do not touch the clamping flange or the clamping screw while the power

tool is running.

▶ The line of cut must be free of obstructions. Do not saw into screws, nails

etc.

▶ Never press the drive spindle lock button while the saw blade is rotating.
▶ The power tool is not intended for use by debilitated persons who have

received no special training. Keep the power tool out of reach of children.

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▶ Do not point the power tool toward persons.
▶ Adapt the forward pressure applied to the saw blade and the material

being cut so that the blade does not stall. A stalled saw blade can cause
kickback.

▶ Avoid overheating the tips of the saw blade teeth.
▶ When cutting plastic, avoid melting the plastic.
▶ Dust from materials such as lead-based paint, certain types of wood and

concrete, masonry and stone containing quartz, minerals and metal can
be harmful to health. Contact with or inhalation of the dust can cause
allergic reactions and/or respiratory or other diseases among operators or
bystanders. Certain kinds of dust such as oakwood and beechwood dust
are classified as carcinogenic, especially in conjunction with additives
for wood conditioning (chromate, wood preservative). Only specialists
are permitted to handle material containing asbestos. If necessary, wear
a respirator appropriate for the type of dust generated. Ensure that
the workplace is well ventilated. Comply with national regulations
applicable to the materials you will be working with.

▶ Always engage the transport safety lock before storing or transporting the

saw.

▶ Never carry the power tool with your finger on the on/off switch.
▶ Remove the battery from the power tool before breaks, before mainte-

nance, before changing accessory tools and before transportation.

▶ Flying fragments can injure the body and eyes. Wear your personal

protective equipment and always wear protective glasses and protective
gloves.

▶ Use light respiratory protection when using the power tool without a dust

removal system for work that creates dust.

▶ Always set the cutting depth to approx. 2 mm (0.08 inch) more than the

thickness of the material to be cut.

▶ When working with the power tool, hold it securely with both hands.

Electrical safety
▶ Before beginning work, check the working area (e.g. using a metal

detector) to ensure that no concealed electric cables or gas and
water pipes are present. External metal parts on the power tool can

become live, for example if you inadvertently damage electric wiring. This
presents a serious risk of electric shock.

2.4 Careful handling and use of batteries

▶ Observe the special guidelines applicable to the transport, storage and

use of lithium-ion batteries.

▶ Do not expose batteries to high temperatures, direct sunlight or fire.
▶ Do not take apart, squash or incinerate batteries and do not subject them

to temperatures over 80 °C.

▶ Do not attempt to charge or continue to use damaged batteries.

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▶ If the battery is too hot to touch, it may be defective. In this case, place

the power tool in a non-flammable location, well away from flammable
materials, where it can be kept under observation and left to cool down.
Contact Hilti Service after the battery has cooled down.

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3 Description

3.1 Product overview

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@

Auxiliary grip

;

Cutting depth scale

=

Transport safety lock

%

On/off switch

&

Battery compartment release
button

(

Hex key

)

Clamping lever for cutting
depth adjustment

+

Pivoting guard operating lever

§

Pivoting guard

/

Arbor

:

Base plate

∙

0° cutting line indicator

$

45° cutting line indicator

£

Work-area light

|

Direction-of-rotation arrow

¡

Mounting flange

Q

Clamping flange

W

Clamping screw

E

Grip

R

Charge-status and fault indi­cator

T

Release buttons (also used
to activate the charge status
indicator)

Z

Battery

U

Spindle lock button

I

Cutting angle scale

O

Clamping lever for cutting
angle adjustment

3.2 Intended use

The product described is a cordless circular saw. It is designed for sawing
wood or wood-like materials, plastics, drywall panel and gypsum fiber board.

▶ Use only Hilti Li-ion batteries from the B 36 series with this product.
▶ Use only Hilti battery chargers from the C4/36 series for these batteries.

3.3 Possible misuse

Do not use the saw to cut materials containing quartz.
Use of saw blades not in compliance with the given specification (e.g.
diameter, speed of rotation, thickness) or use of cutting and grinding discs
or blades made from high-alloy steel (HSS steel) is not permissible.

3.4 Transport safety lock

The power tool is equipped with a transport safety lock designed to avoid
unintentional starting.
Disengage the transport safety lock before use of the power tool and re­engage it after use.

• To engage the transport safety lock, slide the transport safety lock to the

rear until it engages .

• To disengage the transport safety lock, slide the transport safety lock

forward until it disengages .

3.5 Items supplied

Circular saw, hex key, operating instructions.

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Note

Other system products approved for use with this product can be
found at your local Hilti Store or online at: www.hilti.group | USA:

www.hilti.com

3.6 Liion battery display

The state of charge of the Li-ion battery and malfunctions of the power tool
are indicated by the display on the Liion battery. The state of charge of
the Liion battery is displayed after pressing one of the two battery release
buttons.

Status Meaning

4 battery LEDs light up. • State of charge: 75 % to 100 %
3 battery LEDs light up. • State of charge: 50 % to 75 %
2 battery LEDs light up. • State of charge: 25 % to 50 %
1 battery LED lights up. • State of charge: 10 % to 25 %
1 battery LED flashes, the power

tool is in working order.

• State of charge: < 10 %

Note

Battery state of charge cannot be displayed while the on/off switch is
pressed and for up to 5 seconds after releasing the on/off switch.
If the battery display LEDs blink, please observe the instructions given
in the Troubleshooting section.

4 Technical data

SC 60WA36

Rated voltage

36 V

Weight with battery (9.0 Ah)

5.84 kg (12.9 lb)

Saw blade disc thickness

0.02 in …0.06 in

(0.5 mm …1.5 mm)

Saw blade arbor size

0.6 in
(16 mm)

Cutting depth at 0°

0 in …2.37 in

(0 mm …60.3 mm)

Cutting depth at 45°

0 in …1.94 in

(0 mm …49.2 mm)

Cutting depth at 53°

0 in …1.69 in

(0 mm …42.8 mm)

No-load speed

4,000 /min

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5 Preparations at the workplace

CAUTION
Risk of injury! Inadvertent starting of the product.

▶ Remove the battery before making any adjustments to the power tool

or before changing accessories.

Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on
the product.

5.1 Removing the battery

1. Press the battery compartment release button.

◁ The battery compartment cover opens.

2. Press both release buttons on the battery simultaneously and pull the

battery out of the tool.

3. Remove the battery.

4. Push the battery compartment cover into the closed position until it is

heard to engage with a click.

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5.2 Removing the saw blade

WARNING
Risk of burning injury. A hot accessory tool, clamping flange or

clamping screw and the sharp edges of the saw blade present hazards.

▶ Wear protective gloves when changing saw blades.

1. Remove the battery. → page 15

2. Insert the hex key into the saw blade clamping screw.

3. Press and hold down the spindle lock button.

4. Turn the saw blade clamping screw with the hex key until the spindle lock
button engages fully.

5. Release the clamping screw by turning the hex key in the direction of the
direction-of-rotation arrow.

6. Remove the clamping screw from the outer clamping flange.

7. Open the pivoting guard by swinging it to the side and then remove the
saw blade.

8. Fit the outer flange by turning it in the direction opposite to that of the
direction-of-rotation arrow.

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5.3 Installing the saw blade

Note

Use only saw blades of a diameter corresponding to the markings on
the saw.

1. Remove the battery. → page 15

2. Clean the mounting flange and the clamping flange.

3. Slip the mounting flange right way round on to the arbor.

4. Open the pivoting guard.

5. Insert the new saw blade.

Note

Note the direction-of-rotation arrows on the saw blade and on the
product. They must point in the same direction.

6. Install the outer clamping flange the right way round.

7. Insert the clamping screw.

8. Insert the hex key into the saw blade clamping screw.

9. Press the spindle lock button.

10.Secure the clamping flange with the clamping screw by turning the hex

key in the direction opposite to the direction-of-rotation arrow.
◁ The spindle lock button engages.

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11.Before using the power tool, check that the saw blade is correctly seated
and tightened securely.

12.Insert the hex key into the hole provided for the purpose.

5.4 Adjusting the cutting depth

1. Release the cutting depth adjustment clamping lever.

2. Set the cutting depth.
◁ The cutting depth is shown on the cutting depth scale.

Note

For a clean-edged cut, set cutting depth to the thickness of the
material plus 2 mm.

3. Secure the cutting depth adjustment clamping lever.

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5.5 Setting the cutting angle

1. Release the cutting angle adjustment clamping lever.

2. Set the cutting angle with the aid of the cutting angle scale.

3. Tighten the cutting angle adjustment clamping lever.

5.6 Inserting the battery

WARNING
Risk of injury Inadvertent starting of the circular saw.

▶ Before fitting the battery, check that the circular saw is switched off

and that the transport safety lock is not engaged.

WARNING
Electrical hazard! Risk of short circuiting.

▶ Before inserting the battery, check to ensure that the battery terminals

and the contacts on the circular saw are free from foreign objects.

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WARNING
Risk of injury! Hazard presented by a falling battery.

▶ A falling battery may present a risk of injury to yourself and others.

Check that the battery is securely seated in the circular saw.

1. Press the battery compartment release button.
◁ The battery compartment cover opens.

2. Push the battery into the tool from the rear until it is heard to engage.

3. Push the battery compartment cover into the closed position until it is
heard to engage with a click.

6 Types of work

Note

Check all safety devices before using the saw.
Open the pivoting guard fully and check that the guard automatically
returns to the fully closed position when released. Clean the pivoting
guard if necessary or have the product repaired by Hilti Service.

Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on
the product.

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6.1 Switching the tool on

1. Disengage the transport safety lock.

2. Press the on/off switch.

6.2 Sawing along a line

1. Secure the workpiece to prevent movement.

2. Position the workpiece so that the saw blade is free to rotate beneath it.

3. Check to ensure that the on/off switch on the power tool is in the “off”

position.

4. Position the front edge of the saw’s base plate on the workpiece but do

not bring the blade into contact with the workpiece.

5. Switch the tool on. → page 21

6. Guide the saw along the cutting line on the workpiece at a suitable speed.

Note

Observe the corresponding cutting line indicator markings on the
base plate when cutting at angles of 0° and 45°.

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6.3 Plunge function

1. Set the cutting depth. → page 18

2. Set the front edge of the base plate on the workpiece.

3. Use the operating lever to open the pivoting guard.

4. Lower the product until the saw blade is just clear of the workpiece.

5. Release the pivoting guard operating lever.

6. Switch the tool on. → page 21

Note

Make sure that the saw blade is not in contact with the workpiece.

7. To make the plunge cut, lower the saw, using the front edge of the base
plate as the pivot axis.

8. Switch the tool off. → page 22

9. Wait until the saw blade has stopped rotating.

10.Lift the product.

6.4 Switching the tool off

▶ Release the on/off switch.

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7 Care and maintenance of cordless tools

WARNING
Risk of injury with battery inserted !

▶ Always remove the battery before carrying out care and maintenance

tasks!

Care and maintenance of the tool

• Carefully remove stubborn dirt from the tool.

• Clean the air vents carefully with a dry brush.

• Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the casing. Do not use cleaning

agents containing silicone as these may attack the plastic parts.

Care of the Liion batteries

• Keep the battery free from oil and grease.

• Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the casing. Do not use cleaning

agents containing silicone as these may attack the plastic parts.

• Avoid ingress of moisture.

Maintenance

• Check all visible parts and controls for signs of damage at regular intervals

and make sure that they all function correctly.

• Do not operate the cordless tool if signs of damage are found or if parts

malfunction. Have the tool repaired by Hilti Service immediately.

• After cleaning and maintenance, fit all guards or protective devices and

check that they function correctly.

7.1 Cleaning the guard

1. Remove the saw blade. → page 16

2. Clean the parts of the guard carefully with a dry brush.

3. Use a suitable tool to remove deposits or cuttings from the inside surfaces

of the parts of the guard.

4. Install the saw blade. → page 17

8 Transport and storage of cordless tools

Transport

CAUTION
Accidental starting during transport !

▶ Always transport your products with the batteries removed!

▶ Remove the battery.
▶ Transport the tool and batteries individually packaged.
▶ Never transport batteries in bulk form (loose, unprotected).
▶ Check the tool and batteries for damage before use after long periods of

transport.

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Storage

CAUTION
Accidental damage caused by defective or leaking batteries !

▶ Always store your products with the batteries removed!

▶ Store the tool and batteries in a place that is as cool and dry as possible.
▶ Never store batteries in direct sunlight, on heating units or behind a

window pane.

▶ Store the tool and batteries in a place where they cannot be accessed by

children or unauthorized persons.

▶ Check the tool and batteries for damage before use after long periods of

storage.

9 Troubleshooting

If the trouble you are experiencing is not listed in this table or you are unable
to remedy the problem by yourself, please contact Hilti Service.

9.1 The circular saw is in working order.

Trouble or fault Possible cause Action to be taken

The power tool vi­brates more than
usual.

The saw blade is fitted
incorrectly.

▶ Remove the saw blade

and refit it correctly.

Running speed sud­denly drops consid­erably.

The battery is
discharged.

▶ Change the battery

and charge the empty
battery.

Saw advance pressure
is too high.

▶ Reduce advance

pressure and switch
the power tool back
on.

Saw blade is too badly
worn.

▶ Insert a new saw

blade.

9.2 The circular saw is not in working order.

Malfunction Possible cause Action to be taken

No response from
the LEDs on the bat­tery.

The battery is not cor­rectly inserted.

▶ Push the battery in

until it engages with a
click.

The battery is
discharged.

▶ Change the battery

and charge the empty
battery.

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Malfunction Possible cause Action to be taken

No response from
the LEDs on the bat­tery.

The battery is too hot or
too cold.

▶ Bring the battery to

the recommended
working temperature.

1 LED on the battery
flashes.

The battery is
discharged.

▶ Change the battery

and charge the empty
battery.

The battery is too hot or
too cold.

▶ Bring the battery to

the recommended
working temperature.

4 LEDs flash. The circular saw was

overloaded briefly.

▶ Release the control

switch and then press
it again.

The overheating preven­tion cut-out has been
activated.

▶ Allow the circular saw

to cool down and
clean the air vents.

10 Disposal

Most of the materials from which Hilti tools and appliances are manu­factured can be recycled. The materials must be correctly separated before
they can be recycled. In many countries, your old tools, machines or appli­ances can be returned to Hilti for recycling. Ask Hilti Service or your Hilti
representative for further information.

Battery disposal

Improper disposal of batteries can result in health hazards from leaking
gases or fluids.

▶ DO NOT send batteries through the mail!
▶ Cover the terminals with a non-conductive material (such as electrical

tape) to prevent short circuiting.

▶ Dispose of your battery out of the reach of children.
▶ Dispose of the battery at your Hilti Store, or consult your local govern-

mental garbage disposal or public health and safety resources for disposal
instructions.

▶ Do not dispose of power tools, electronic equipment or batteries as

household waste!

11 Manufacturer’s warranty

▶ Please contact your local Hilti representative if you have questions about

the warranty conditions.

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