Kawasaki 691191 User Manual

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691191_19.2V Black Cordless Circular Saw with Laser

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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USE, READ CAREFULLY AND
UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS. FAILURE
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19.2V BATTERY-OPERATED

CIRCULAR SAW WITH LASER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COMPONENT

#691191-1HR

87-1904-60957

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

OTHER CONSUMER DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

SECTION FIVE

2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-30

CONGRATULATIONS!

Thanks for choosing this product. At Alltrade, our aim is to provide you with quality
products at an affordable price, and we want you to be totally satisfied with your
product and our Customer Service. If any help and advice is needed, please
contact us at 1-800-590-3723. Properly cared for, this tool will give you many
years of satisfaction.

INTENDED USE

This tool is intended for consumer use only. Your charger and/or adapter has been
designed for charging batteries of the type approved and supplied with this tool.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to

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

RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS

The safety instructions provided in this manual are not intended to cover all possible
conditions and practices that may occur when operating, maintaining and cleaning
power tools.

Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE statements of this manual.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.

!DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONGRATULATIONS! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

INTENDED USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SECTION ONE

GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS . . 2

RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS . . . . . . . . 2-3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

WORK AREA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ELECTRICAL SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

PERSONAL SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

TOOL USE AND CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

SECTION TWO

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND/OR SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

CAUSES AND PREVENTION OF KICKBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

REMOVING / ATTACHING BATTERY PACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11

CHARGING BATTERY PACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

SECTION THREE

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17

ATTACHING / REMOVING BLADE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16

ADJUSTING THE DEPTH AND ANGLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-22

OPERATING TRIGGER SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

GENERAL CUTTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

POCKET CUTTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

USING THE LASER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

LASER SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

REPLACING LASER BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

SECTION FOUR

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

!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.

CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in property damage.

NOTE provides additional information that is useful
for proper use and maintenance of this tool. If a
NOTE is indicated make sure it is fully understood.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their
physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in
close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of
the pacemaker.

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and

other construction activities contains 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-based paints.

• Crystalline silica from bricks and 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 dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

WARNING: Handling the power cord on this product may expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WORK AREA

Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and 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 bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Keep the cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.

A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack
must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger

that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery.

Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of
any other batteries may create risk of fire.

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Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

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 sparks, burns or a fire.

Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools with sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.

Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used
on another tool.

SERVICE

Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or

maintenance by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.

When servicing a 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.

SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAW

NEVER assume the blade has stopped just because

the trigger has been released. Blades may continue moving even after the

motor stops.

Always wear safety goggles or eye protection when using this tool. Use a dust
mask or respirator for applications which generate dust. This saw may throw up

debris that could lodge in the eyes causing severe pain or injury.

Inspect the bolts and blade washers before each use. Damaged or incorrect bolts
or blade washers can cause injury.

When using the Circular Saw, always maintain a firm grip on the tool with both
hands. Never put your hands or feet in the cutting area. Do not grasp the tool or
place your hands too close to the blade. Keep your hands well away from the

blade. Never reach underneath the tool while the blade is in motion. Do not use your
legs or feet to stabilize the work piece.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat­ing a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools

may result in serious personal injury.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,

jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or “OFF” position
before inserting battery pack. Carrying power tools with your finger on the

switch or inserting battery pack into a tool with the power switch “ON” invites
accidents.

Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool “ON”.

A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result
in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper foot­ing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate con­ditions.

TOOL USE AND CARE

Use clamps or other practical ways 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.

Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

Do not use the tool if the power switch does not turn it “ON” or “OFF”. A tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or “OFF” position
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such

preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

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Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as “Pocket
Cuts” and “Compound Cuts.” Raise lower guard by Retracting Handle. As soon
as the blade enters the material, lower guard must be released. For all other saw-

ing, 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 the switch is released.

NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg. It is important to
support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.

Hold 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 tool “live” and shock the operator.

When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the
accuracy of the cut and reduces the chance for blade binding.

Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond vs. round) arbor 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 bolts. The blade washers and
bolts were specifically designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety
of operation.

CAUSES AND 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 work piece 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 tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or
conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:

Maintain a firm grip on the saw and position your body and arm in a way that
allows you to resist KICKBACK forces. KICKBACK forces can be controlled by the

operator, if proper precautions are taken.

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Keep the handle of the Cordless Circular Saw dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.

Do not run the Cordless Circular Saw while carrying it at your side. A moving

blade could cause serious personal injury.

Disconnect battery pack from tool and place the switch in the locked or “OFF”
position before making any assembly adjustments, changing accessories,
performing any inspection, maintenance or cleaning procedures. Such preventive

safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally which could cause
serious personal injury.

Be extra careful when cutting in high or hard-to-reach locations. Avoid sawing
overhead. Be on the lookout for hidden wires and falling debris.

Do not use the Cordless Circular Saw if it has been damaged, left outdoors in the
rain, snow, wet or damp environments, or immersed in liquid.

Maintain labels and nameplates on the Cordless Circular Saw. These carry

important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Alltrade for a replacement.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND/OR SYMBOLS

Keep hands away from cutting area and 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.

Keep your body positioned to either side of the saw blade, but not in line with the
saw blade. KICKBACK could cause the saw to jump backwards

(See “Causes and

Prevention of Kickback”)

.

Do not reach underneath the work. The guard cannot protect you from the blade
below the work.

Check lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate saw if
lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie 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 and condition 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 buildup of
debris.

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The battery is not fully charged. Before first use, the battery pack requires
3-5 hours charge time to be fully charged. Subsequent recharging needs 1 hour
for the battery to be fully charged.

Always switch to a fresh battery when tool performance begins to diminish.

Severe heat is most destructive to a battery; the more heat generated, the faster
the battery loses power. A battery that gets too hot can have a shortened life.

Never over-discharge a battery by using the tool even after tool performance
has decreased. Do not attempt to discharge a tool’s battery by continuing to

pull on the tool trigger. When tool performance begins to diminish, stop the tool
and recharge the battery for optimal performance.

Charge battery pack at ambient temperatures between 50° F – 104° F.

Store tool and battery pack in locations where temperatures will not exceed
120°F. This is important to prevent serious damage to the battery cells.

The battery pack should always be recharged when the Cordless Drill begins to
run slowly.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects such as
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 sparks, burns, or fire.

REMOVING / ATTACHING BATTERY PACK

REMOVE BATTERY PACK:

1. Press both release
buttons on either
side of the Cordless
Circular Saw to
release the battery
pack.

2. Pull battery pack free
of Cordless Circular
Saw.

ATTACH BATTERY
PACK:

1. Align the raised portion of the battery pack with the groove in the battery com­partment of the Cordless Circular Saw.

2. Press the battery pack into place. Make sure the latches are securely fastened.
Do not use the Cordless Circular Saw if the battery pack is not seated properly.

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 work piece, center the saw blade in the kerf and
check that teeth are not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding, it may

walk up or KICKBACK from the work piece as the saw is restarted.

Support large panels to minimize 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 blade. 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 will cause binding and KICK-

BACK.

Use extra caution when making a “Pocket Cut” into existing walls or other blind
areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK.

BATTERY

Before using battery pack, please read carefully all instructions and cautionary
markings on battery pack, battery charger and product using battery.

Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is
completely worn out. The battery pack can explode.

Do not carry battery packs in aprons, pockets, or tool boxes, product kit
boxes, drawers, etc. with loose metal objects. Battery pack terminals could

be short circuited causing damage to the battery pack, severe burns or fire.

The battery pack is Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cad) and is considered to be a toxic
material by the Environmental Protection Agency. Before disposing of dam-

aged or worn out Ni-Cad battery packs, check with your State Environmental
Protection Agency to find out about special restrictions on the disposal of these
battery packs, take them to your local recycling center for proper disposal, or
call 1-800-CLEANUP.

RELEASE

BUTTON

3. If, when first inserting the battery pack, the red “ON” button does not light up,

press the “SET” button on the charger. When the battery is charging, the red
light is “ON”.

4. After approximately one hour of charging, the red indicator light should go
“OFF” and the green light should come “ON”. The green light indicates that the
battery is fully charged.

5. When fully charged, reattach battery pack onto Cordless Circular Saw, making

certain latches fasten securely. Cordless Circular Saw will not operate properly if
the battery pack is not saeted properly.

SYMBOLS

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please

study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will
allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

V Volts Voltage (Potential)
A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (Cycles per Second)

W Watt Power

Kg Kilograms Weight

Alternating Current Type of Current
Direct Current Type of Current
Alternating or Direct Current Type of Current
Earthing Terminal Grounding Terminal
Class II Construction Denotes Double Insulation

min Minutes Time

s Seconds Time
! Diameter Size of Drill Bits,

Grinding Wheels, etc.

No load speed No-load Rotational Speed

.../min Revolutions per Minute Revolutions, Surface Speed,

Strokes, etc. per Minute

1,2,3, … Ring Selector Settings Speed, Torque or Position Settings

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CHARGER

Before using battery charger, please read carefully all
instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery pack and
product using battery.

The charger will not automatically turn “OFF” when the
battery pack is fully charged. The charging indicator light will remain “ON”

until the charger is disconnected from the electrical outlet.

Use only the charger which accompanied your product or direct replacement as
listed in this manual. Do not substitute any other charger. Use only Alltrade

approved chargers with your product.

Do not disassemble charger.

Do not use charger if it has been damaged, left outdoors in the rain, snow, wet
or damp environments, or immersed in liquid.

The battery pack and charger heat during charging. Place the charger on a flat,

non-flammable surface away from flammable materials with at least four inches of
clearance to allow proper air circulation around the charger and battery pack.

When the battery pack requires recharging, a 1 hour charge allows the tool to
operate at full power. A charging indicator light on the charger will illuminate to

show that charging is taking place.

CHARGING BATTERY PACK

CHARGE BATTERY PACK:

1. Plug the charger into the
nearest 120 volt electri­cal outlet. The step of
the battery has positive
and terminal markings
on it. Align the markings on the
identical markings on the top of
the charger base. Insert the bat­tery pack into base. Pack will not
insert properly if reversed.

2. Make sure the trigger on the
Cordless Circular Saw is in the
“OFF” position and remove the battery pack from the Cordless Circular Saw.

BATTERY PACK

BATTERY

CHARGER

CONTROL FEATURES:

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONS

CONTROLS AND
COMPONENTS:

1. Battery Pack

2. Release Buttons
on Each Side

3. 120V AC Cord

4. Charger

5. LED Charging Indicators

6. Saw Shoe

7. Trigger Switch

8. Lock-Off Button

9. Rubber Grip

ACCESSORIES:

10. Saw Blade

11. Rip Fence Guide

12. Laser Level Battery Compartment

13. Laser On/Off Switch

COMPONENT MODEL NUMBER

BATTERY PACK 691034
CHARGER 690507
SAW BLADES 690086

1

2

3

10

12

5

6

7

8

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BEVEL
LEVELING
KNOB

This knob controls the beveling
of your cut.

DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT KNOB

This knob controls the depth of
your cut.

BLADE SAFETY
LOCK BUTTON

This button locks the blade in position
and prevents it from moving.

RIP FENCE

The scaled rip fence guides the
saw to cut exactly along the edge
of work piece, making straight and
accurate parallel cuts.

RIP FENCE LOCK KNOB

This knob secures the rip fence in place.

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13

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Always remove battery pack before installing or removing blade.

When removing the blade from the tool, avoid contact with skin and use
proper protective gloves when grasping the blade or accessory. Accessories

may be hot after prolonged use.

If the blade clamp screw will not loosen enough to allow
blade installation, tap gently on the end of the wrench with a mallet until the
clamp screw breaks free.

ATTACHING / REMOVING BLADE

ATTACHING THE BLADE:

1. Remove the battery pack.

2. Retract the lower guard (see Fig. 1).

3. Slip the blade into place (see Fig. 2).

4. Put clamp washers and clamping
screw loosely in position.

5. Use the wrench to tighten the
clamping screw while pressing
down on the clamping knob
(see Fig. 3 and Fig. 4).

6. Remove wrench.

7. Replace the battery pack.

REMOVING THE BLADE:

1. Remove the battery pack.

2. Use the wrench to loosen the
clamping screw while pressing
down on the blade safety lock
button (see Fig. 3 and Fig. 4).

3. Remove the blade.

4. Tighten the blade clamp
screw back into place.

5. Remove wrench.

6. Replace the battery pack.

FIG. 1

FIG. 2

FIG. 3

FIG. 4

LOOSEN:

CLOCKWISE

TIGHTEN:

COUNTER-CLOCKWISE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Be aware that this tool is always in an operating condition
because it does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet. Always turn
the switch “OFF” and remove the battery pack before changing bits.

OPERATING THE TRIGGER SWITCH

OPERATING THE TRIGGER SWITCH

Never tape the trigger switch down to provide
continuous high speed. The tool may fail under such conditions causing fire

or personal injury.

The lock-off button helps prevent accidental starting.

This button can be pressed from either side.

THIS TOOL IS CONTROLLED BY A TRIGGER SWITCH:
Press the lock-off button, then pull the “ON/OFF” trigger to turn the Circular Saw
“ON”.

To turn the Circular Saw “OFF”, release the trigger switch. The lock-off button will
automatically reset.

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ADJUSTING DEPTH AND ANGLE

ADJUST CUTTING DEPTH:

1. Remove the battery pack.

2. Hold the saw firmly and loosen the
depth adjustment knob by turning
it counter-clockwise.

3. Move the shoe to obtain the desired
depth of cut.

4. Tighten depth adjustment knob
securely by turning clockwise
before operating the saw.

ADJUST BEVEL ANGLE:

1. Remove the battery pack.

2. Loosen the bevel angle knob by
turning it counter-clockwise.

3. Adjust the angle of your cut.

4. Tighten the angle knob securely
by turning clockwise.

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DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

BEVEL
ANGLE
KNOB

LOCK-OFF BUTTON

TRIGGER SWITCH

45º

POCKET CUTTING

POCKET CUTTING

If the blade binds, release the trigger immediately. Do

not move the saw until the blade comes to a complete stop. Find the cause of
the binding before starting the saw again.

If the blade becomes pinched, twisted, misaligned or
bound, it will stall and lift up out of the work piece, suddenly jerking back
toward the operator. This reaction is referred to as KICKBACK.

• Mark out the line to be cut so
it is easily visible.

• Start inside the area to be cut
out.

• Set the shoe against the work
piece at an angle.

• Lift the blade guard.

• Pull the trigger to start the
saw.

• When the blade reaches full
speed, slowly feed the blade
into the work piece. When the
blade starts cutting, release the
blade guard.

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GENERAL CUTTING

Always hold the saw in front of you and away from your body. Keep your
hands and feet well away from the work piece.

Never feed the blade into the work piece until the blade is at full speed.
If the blade is not at full speed, the saw may kick back causing serious
personal injury.

Do not force the saw. Excessive force may result in a

broken blade. Use only enough pressure to keep the saw moving through the

work piece.

• Put on eye protection.

• Clear the saw of any foreign material.

• Make sure the work piece is held securely in place. Hold smaller pieces in a vise
or attach to the workbench with clamps.

• Mark out the line to be cut so it is easily visible.

• Check the lower guard for damage. If damaged, do not use tool.

• Always use the right blade for the material.

• Make sure all bolts, screws and locking levers are secure before starting tool.

• Pull the trigger to start the saw.

• Set the shoe against the work piece.

• When the blade reaches full speed, slowly feed the blade into the work piece.
When the blade starts cutting, release the blade guard.

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LASER SAFETY

NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LASER BEAM OR POINT THE LASER AT
ANYONE ELSE. Laser beam can cause eye injury. Laser should only be aimed

at the work piece.

NEVER POINT THE LASER AT REFLECTIVE SURFACES. Laser beam can
reflect into eyes and cause injury. Highly polished or metallic surfaces should
NOT be cut using the laser.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INCREASE THE LASER’S OUTPUT. Tampering with the

laser could lead to personal injury.

REPLACING LASER BATTERIES

The laser runs on two AAA batteries which are located beneath the “ON/OFF”
switch.

When the laser light begins to dim, change both batteries.

Remove batteries before putting the circular saw into storage. Batteries may leak
and cause damage if the laser is not used for over 90 days.

TO CHANGE LASER BATTERIES:

1. Open battery compartment cover.

2. Make sure batteries are correctly
positioned according to the posi­tive/negative markings on the com­partment.

3. Close cover.

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USING THE LASER

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of proce­dures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.

Sharp blows may affect the accuracy of this laser. Avoid

striking the laser housing.

• Mark the desired line of cut so it is easily visible.

• Set the shoe against the work piece.

• Push laser “ON/OFF” switch to “ON”.

• Adjust the laser line until it lines up with the cut line marking. Blade will now be
in the proper position to make your cut.

• Pull the trigger to start the saw.

• When the blade reaches full speed, slowly feed the blade into the work piece.
When the blade starts cutting, release the blade guard.

• DO NOT force saw. Allow saw to cut at its own rate.

• Cut straight lines only. Attempting to cut a curve will bend the blade which could
result in personal injury or damage to the tool.

• If you need to stop in the middle of a cut, turn off the saw and allow it to come
to a complete stop before removing it from the material.

• When the cut is finished, turn off the laser light.

TRIGGER

LASER ON/OFF SWITCH

PENCIL LINE

LASER LINE

ACCESSORIES

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.

Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on
another tool.

Always attach grounded (3-prong) extension cords to grounded (3-hole) outlets.

If you must use an extension cord, be sure that the gauge is large enough to carry
the amount of current necessary for your power tool. If not, your tool may experi-

ence a loss of power, excessive voltage drop or overheating. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord (see table below).

RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT AC 60 HZ TOOLS

TOOL CURRENT RATING CONDUCTOR SIZE IN A.W.G

AMPERE 10FT. 25FT. 50FT. 100FT.

3-6 18 18 18 18
6-8 18 18 18 16

8-10 18 18 18 14
10-12 16 16 14 14
12-16 14 12 12 ­16-20 12 12 12 -

SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage 19.2V
Switch On/Off Switch
Charger Input 120V 60Hz
Charging Time Approx. 1 hour
No Load Speed (RPM) 3700/Min.
Blade Diameter ! 140mm (5-1/2")
Battery Type Ni-Cad
Laser Class II
Laser Power 1.0mw(min.)

2.0mw (max.)
Laser Wavelength 650nm
Laser Beam Diameter 1mm (at aperture)

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Always remove the battery pack before attempting

cleaning or maintenance.

This Circular Saw is lubricated before it leaves

the factory. This lubrication should last for the life of the tool. No further

lubrication is required.

Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get
inside the casing. Never immerse any part of the tool in a liquid. Always keep the
ventilation openings clear.

Always clean the battery pack using only a dry cloth. Do not use liquids.

Always unplug the charger before cleaning it.

Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and charger using only a soft
brush or dry cloth.

Inspect all mounting screws regularly. Tighten any loose screws. Failure to keep
the mounting screws tight could result in serious injuries.

Never open the Cordless Circular Saw case, battery pack or charger. Do not

attempt to repair the Cordless Circular Saw, battery pack or charger yourself.
Opening any of these parts will void your warranty.

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2 YEAR LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY

Express and Exclusive Limited Home Use Warranty to Original Retail Buyer

Alltrade Tools LLC (hereinafter "Alltrade") expressly warrants to the original retail
purchaser of the accompanying KAWASAKI™ portable power tool and no one else
all parts of the product (except those parts referred to below which are specifically
excluded from such warranty (see Exclusions)) to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of two years from original date of purchase.

SPECIAL WARRANTY NOTE TO CONTRACTORS AND COMMERCIAL USERS: This
Kawasaki™ portable power tool is offered as a home use tool and carries a HOME
USE WARRANTY. This tool is made for home use in the execution of
projects and repairs in and around the home. Use of the tool for COMMERCIAL
PURPOSES OR ON A JOBSITE is not covered under this warranty.

The date of purchase shall be the date of shipment to the original purchaser, or the
date the original purchaser took possession, custody or control of the product,
whichever occurred first. This warranty shall be null and void if the product or any
component thereof is modified, altered or used for any commercial purpose or on
a jobsite. This warranty does not apply to any other product and/or component
thereof manufactured or distributed by Alltrade, and does not apply to products
and/or components thereof designed, manufactured and/or assembled by others,
for which Alltrade makes no warranties whatsoever. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES

WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF.

Warranty Performance

By purchasing the product, purchaser expressly acknowledges and agrees that their
sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be strictly limited to the repair
or replacement of any covered nonconforming items or parts thereof provided that
any such nonconforming item and/or part is promptly returned to Alltrade’s facility
postage pre-paid and insured (address: ALLTRADE Warranty Claims & Repair,
1431 Via Plata, Long Beach, CA 90810, Attn: Customer Service #310-522-9008)
within the applicable warranty period, with a written request by purchaser that
Alltrade repair and/or replace the nonconforming item and/or part. We recommend
that you keep the original product packaging in the event you need to ship the unit.
We suggest the package be insured against loss or in transit damage. When
sending your product include your name, address, phone number, dated proof
of purchase (or copy), and a statement about the nature of problem. Warranty
coverage is conditioned upon purchaser furnishing Alltrade with adequate written
proof that they are the original purchaser and of the original purchase date. Parts
returned, freight prepaid and insured, to Alltrade’s facility (see above address) will
be inspected and, at Alltrade’s option, repaired and/or replaced free of charge if
found to be defective and subject to warranty. Alltrade retains the sole discretion
to determine whether any item or part is nonconforming and, if so, whether the

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PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

BATTERIES

Alltrade batteries can be recharged many times. At the end of their useful life,
recycle batteries with due care for our environment.

Ni-Cad and Ni-MH batteries are recyclable. Take them to your local recycling center
or call 1-800-CLEANUP. Collected batteries will be recycled or disposed of properly.

OTHER CONSUMER DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) TOOLS

Alltrade offers a full range of Kawasaki™ tools that make DIY jobs easy. If you would
like further information on the following products, please contact Alltrade Customer
Service Department at 1-800-590-3723.

Cordless Drills/Screwdrivers

Impact Wrenches

Sanders

Jigsaws

Circular Saws

Angle Grinders

Reciprocating Saws

Routers

Rotary Tools

Corded and Cordless Multi-Purpose Tools

Wide Range of Accessories and more

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EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES,
GUARANTIES AND/OR REPRESENTATIONS. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY
PROVIDED ABOVE, ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, GUARANTIES AND/OR
REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S) REGARDING
THE DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, PURCHASE, USE AND/OR OPERATION OF THE
PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER, REGARDLESS OF
WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY, GUARANTY AND/OR REPRESENTATION,
WRITTEN OR ORAL, ARISES BY OPERATION OF LAW AND/OR EQUITY AND/OR BY
ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S), OR THE
BUYER, ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE
AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES. PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY
WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS, CLAIMS AND/OR
CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON. PURCHASER’S
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE.

EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. NO WARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, OTHER THAN THE ABOVE
WARRANTY IS MADE WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL EXPRESS AND/OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, GUARANTIES AND/OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE
AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S) REGARDING THE DESIGN, MANUFACTURE,
PURCHASE, USE AND/OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT
THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY,
GUARANTY AND/OR REPRESENTATION, WRITTEN OR ORAL, ARISES BY
OPERATION OF LAW AND/OR EQUITY AND/OR BY ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF
ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S), OR THE PURCHASER, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE
WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY
EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES.
PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH
WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS, CLAIMS AND/OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING
THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON. PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE.

Limitation Of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S) BE LIABLE FOR
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL AND/OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, ANY BREACH
OF ANY PROVISION OF ANY AGREEMENT BETWEEN ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS
REPRESENTATIVE(S) AND PURCHASER, ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER,
AND/OR THE EXISTENCE, DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, PURCHASE, USE AND/OR
OPERATION OF ANY ITEM(S) SOLD HEREUNDER EVEN IF ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS
REPRESENTATIVE(S) HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH

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item and/or part will be repaired and/or replaced. If the unit is repaired, new or
reconditioned replacement parts may be used. If Alltrade chooses to replace
the product, it may replace it with a new or reconditioned one of the same or
comparable design. The repaired or replaced unit will be warranted under the terms
of the remainder of the warranty period. Typically, a defective product that is
returned within the first 30 days after the purchase date will be replaced; for items
returned after the first 30 days and within the warranty period, covered defective
parts not subject to normal wear and tear or other exclusions will be repaired or
replaced, at Alltrade’s option. During the warranty period, Alltrade will be responsi­ble for the return shipping charges. Alltrade’s repair and/or replacement of any non­conforming item and/or part thereof shall constitute fulfillment of all
obligations to the purchaser. Alltrade shall not be responsible or liable for any
expense, including freight charges, or repairs made outside Alltrade’s facility, unless
expressly agreed to by Alltrade in writing. Under no circumstances shall Alltrade
bear any responsibility for loss of the unit, loss of time or rental, inconvenience,
commercial loss or consequential damages.

Exclusions

This warranty does not cover parts damaged due to normal wear, abnormal
conditions, misapplication, misuse, abuse, accidents, operation at other than
recommended pressures or temperatures, improper storage or freight damage.
Parts damaged or worn by operation in dusty environments are not warranted.
Failure to follow recommended operating and maintenance procedures also
voids warranty.

This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as drill bits,
screwdriving bits, circular saw blades, jigsaw blades, grinding wheels, sanding
sheets and other related items.

DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM TAMPERING, ACCIDENT, ABUSE,
NEGLIGENCE, FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS, UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS
OR ALTERATIONS, DAMAGE WHILE IN TRANSIT TO OUR SERVICE FACILITY,
USE OF UNAPPROVED OR IMPROPER ATTACHMENTS OR ACCESSORIES,
COMMERCIAL AND RENTAL APPLICATIONS OR OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO
PROBLEMS WITH MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS
WARRANTY.

Alltrade will not be liable for the following: labor charges, loss or damage resulting
from improper operation, maintenance or repairs made by other persons;
pre-delivery services such as assembly, oil or lubricants, and adjustment;
maintenance services that are normally required to maintain the product.

The use of other than genuine Alltrade Repair Parts will void warranty.

Warranty Disclaimers

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DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT, WHETHER AS A RESULT OF A BREACH OF CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, SHALL
ALLTRADE’S AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S)’ LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE OF
THE PRODUCT. ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF
THIS PRODUCT SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY
PERIODS SPECIFIED ABOVE.

Limitations on Warranty Disclaimers

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts
and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the incidental or
consequential damages, so part or all of the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.

If your product is not covered by this warranty, please call our Customer Service
Department at 1-310-522-9008 or toll free at 1-800-590-3723 for general repair
information and charges.

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