John Deere ET-3402-J OPERATOR'S MANUAL

ET -3402-J 7 1/4-INCH
CIRCULAR SA W

CAUTION

RISK OF INJURY!

THIS MANUAL IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE CIRCULAR SAW

AND SHOULD REMAIN WITH THIS UNIT WHEN YOU SELL OR RENT IT.

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READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING!

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Circular Saw! You can be assured your
circular saw was constructed and designed with quality and performance in mind. Each
component has been rigorously tested to ensure the highest level of acceptance.

This operator's manual was compiled for your benefit. By reading and following the simple
safety, installation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting steps described in this
manual, you will receive years of trouble-free operation from your new tool. The contents
of this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of
publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in price, color, materi­als, equipment, specifications or models at any time without notice.

Once the unit has been removed from the box, immediately write in the serial number of your
unit in the space provided below.

SERIAL NUMBER_________________________________

Inspect for signs of obvious or concealed freight damage. If damage does exist, file a claim
with the transportation company immediately. Be sure that all damaged parts are replaced and
that the mechanical problems are corrected prior to operation of the unit. If you require service,
contact your Customer Service.

Mi-T-M® Corporation, 8650 Enterprise Drive, Peosta, IA 52068

1-877-JD-KLEEN / (1-877-535-5336) Fax [phone]

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST

Please have the following information available for all service calls:

1. Model Number

2. Serial Number

3. Date and Place of Purchase

WARNING

WEAR RESPIRAT ORY PROTECTION

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction
activities contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-base paints,

• Crystalline Silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products, and

• Arsenic and Chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well ventilated area and work
with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles.

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Table of Content

SAFETY .................................................................................................................. 4-11

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION............................................................................... 12

OPERATION........................................................................................................... 13-16

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION ..................................................................... 17-18

NOTES ................................................................................................................... 19

GENERAL SAFETY RULES.................................................................. 4-11

MODEL................................................................................................... 12

NAME OF PARTS.................................................................................. 12

SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 12

APPLICATIONS ..................................................................................... 13

PRE-OPERATION ................................................................................. 13

OPERATION .......................................................................................... 14-16

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION ..................................................... 17

SERVICE AND REPAIR ........................................................................ 18

REPLACEMENT PARTS ....................................................................... 18

STANDARD ACCESSORIES ................................................................ 18

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DANGER

WARNING
CAUTION

Safety

RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION

This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on
your tool or in this manual, be alert to the potential for
personal injury.

Follow recommended precautions and safe operating
practices.

UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS

A "DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION" safety warning will be
surrounded by a "SAFETY ALERT BOX." This box is used to
designate and emphasize Safety Warnings that must be
followed when operating this tool.

Accompanying the Safety Warnings are "signal words" which
designate the degree or level of hazard seriousness. The
"signal words" used in this manual are as follows:

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or
serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or
serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided MAY result in minor or
moderate injury.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Read and understand all

instructions.
Failure to follow all
instructions listed below, may
result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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DANGER

DANGER: KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA

Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath work while blade is rotating. Do
not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving.

CAUTION: Blades coast after turn off!

WARNING

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT.

Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.

Don't expose power tools to rain. Don't use power
tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well
lit. Don't use tool in presence of flammable liquids
or gases. Power tools produce sparks during
operation. They also spark when switching ON/
OFF. Never use power tools in dangerous sites
containing lacquer, paint, benzine, thinner, gasoline,
gases, adhesive agents, and other materials which
are combustible or explosive.

GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK

Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For
example, pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator
enclosures.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY

Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord. All
visitors should be kept away from work area.

STORE IDLE TOOLS

When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and
high or locked location - out of reach of children.

DRESS PROPERLY

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid
footwear are recommended when working outdoors.

USE SAFETY GLASSES

Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty. All persons in the area where power tools re
being operated should also wear safety eye
protectors and face or dust masks.

SECURE WORK

Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to operate
tool.

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WARNING

DON'T OVERREACH

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE

Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and replace if
damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease.

DISCONNECT TOOLS

When not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades,
bits, cutters.

AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING

Don't carry plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugged
in.

SECURELY MOUNT ACCESSORIES AND BLADES TO THE TOOL MAIN BODY

Extra care must be taken when using tools on elevated location (such as a roof
ladder, scaffold, or the like) to prevent injury to someone on a lower level in the event
the tool and/or accessory should drop.

NEVER TOUCH THE MOVING PARTS

Never touch the moving parts such as blades, bits, cutters and others.

CAUTION

DON'T FORCE TOOL

It will do the job better and safer at the rate from which it was intended.

USE RIGHT TOOL

Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for
purpose not intended - for example - don't use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

DON'T ABUSE CORD

Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacles. Keep cord from heat,
oil and sharp edges.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES

Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool
before turning it on.

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