RIDGID R8653, R8651 Operator's Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
7-1/4 in. 18 V BRUSHLESS CIRCULAR SAW
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
184 mm (7-1/4 po) 18 V
SCIE CIRCULAIRE À MOTEUR SANS BALAI
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
184 mm (7-1/4 pulg.) 18 V
SIERRA CIRCULAR SIN ESCOBILLAS
R8653
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
Circular Saw Safety Warnings .........3-4
Symbols ..............................................5
Features .............................................. 6
Assembly ............................................ 6
Operation .......................................7-11
Adjustments .....................................11
Maintenance ..................................... 12
Accessories ...................................... 12
Illustrations ..................................13-16
Parts Ordering and
Service
.........................................2-3
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TABLE DES MATIÈRES
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Avertissements de sécurité
relatives aux outils électriques
Avertissements de sécurité
relatifs au scie circulaire
Symboles ............................................5
Caractéristiques .................................6
Assemblage ........................................ 6
Utilisation .......................................7-11
Réglages ...........................................11
Entretien ...........................................12
Accessoires ...................................... 12
Illustrations ..................................13-16
Commande de pièces
et réparation
......................Page arrière
........2-3
..................3-4
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Símbolos ............................................5
Características ...................................6
Armado ............................................... 6
Funcionamiento .............................7-11
Ajustes .............................................. 11
Mantenimiento ..................................12
Accesorios ........................................ 12
Ilustraciones ................................13-16
Pedidos de piezas
y servicio
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
tion while operating power tools may result in serious
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 mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (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 exten-
sion cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suit-
able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is un-
avoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of
electric shock.
Use this product only with batteries and chargers
listed in tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supplement 988000-302.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon 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 inatten-
personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, nonskid 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.
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 bind-
ing 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.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-
tained 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 bat-
tery 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 re-
placement 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
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
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 the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only,
when performing an operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring.
also make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live”
and could give the operator an electric shock.
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 (dia-
mond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that do
not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss of control.
Contact with a “live” wire will
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, 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:
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
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CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
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 ad-
justment 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.
LOWER GUARD FUNCTION
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 ac-
cidentally 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 WARNINGS
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.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when assembling parts,
operating the tool, or performing maintenance. Fol-
lowing this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
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.
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an elec-
trical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating
condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not
using your battery tool or when changing accessories.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious personal injury.
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped
or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject
to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
Batteries can explode in the presence of a source
of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, never use any cordless product
in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can
propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water
immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location.
Do not use, store, or charge battery packs or products
in locations where the temperature is less than 50°F
or more than 100°F. Do not store outside or in vehicles.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-
tery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with
your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If
liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water
for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical
attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of seri-
ous 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.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
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.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but
not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s
Manual
Eye Protection
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s
manual before using this product.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
No Hands Symbol
Recycle Symbol
V Volts Voltage
min Minutes Time
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
n
o
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state or federal
laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your
local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/
or disposal options.
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Diameter .......................................................7-1/4 in.
Blade Arbor ............................................................... 5/8 in.
Cutting Depth at 0º ...............................................2-7/16 in.
ASSEMBLY
Cutting Depth at 45º
No Load Speed .....................................3,800 r/min. (RPM)
Motor .................................................................. 18 Volt DC
...........................................1-13/16 in.
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the
box. All items listed in the Includes section must be
included at the time of purchase.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts on the Includes
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.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the 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 product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
ATTACHING THE BLADE
See Figure 1, page 13.
WARNING:
A 7-1/4 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.
Remove the battery pack from the saw.
Remove the blade wrench (6 mm hex key) from the
storage area.
Depress the spindle lock button and remove the blade
screw and outer blade washer.
NOTE: Turn the blade screw counterclockwise 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.
Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer and outer
blade washer where they contact the blade.
WARNING:
If inner blade washer has been removed, replace
it before placing blade on spindle. Failure to do
so could cause an accident since blade will not
tighten properly.
Raise the lower blade guard.
Fit the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and onto
the spindle.
NOTE: The saw teeth point upward at the front of the
saw.
Replace the outer blade washer.
Depress the spindle lock button, then replace the blade
screw. Tighten the blade screw securely by turning it
clockwise.
Return the blade wrench to the storage area.
REMOVING THE BLADE
See Figure 2, page 13.
Remove the battery pack from saw.
Remove the blade wrench from the storage area.
Position the saw as shown. Depress the spindle lock
button, and remove the blade screw by turning it
counterclockwise.
Remove outer blade washer.
Lift lower blade guard.
Remove blade.
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OPERATION
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.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction
of a second is sufficient to inflict serious 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, along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK
See Figure 3, page 14.
Place the battery pack in the saw. Align the raised rib
on the battery pack with the groove inside the saw, then
slide the battery pack into the saw.
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
snap into place and the battery pack is secured in the
saw before beginning operation.
Depress the latches to remove the battery pack.
For complete charging instructions, see the operator’s
manuals for your battery pack and charger.
WARNING:
Battery tools are always in operating condition.
Therefore, switch should always be locked when
not in use or carrying at your side.
KICKBACK
See Figures 4 - 7, page 14.
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw
is driven back towards you. Blade stalling is caused by any
action which pinches the blade in the wood.
WARNING:
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
personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product.
The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the following purposes:
Cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood,
paneling)
Cross cutting/rip cutting wood products
Bevel cutting wood products
Pocket cutting wood products
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.
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 the blade at the correct depth setting. Less than a
full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the
workpiece.
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.
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OPERATION
Use clean, sharp, and properly set blades. Never make
cuts with dull blades.
Support and clamp 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.
Always let the blade reach full speed before beginning a
cut.
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.
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 8, page 14.
The lower blade guard attached to your 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.
WARNING:
To avoid possible serious injury, 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 instantly 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.
WARNING:
Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position. Leaving the blade exposed could lead to
serious injury.
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 9, page 14.
To start the saw:
Depress the lock-off button.
Depress 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
“kickback” towards you resulting in serious injury.
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.
To stop the saw, release the switch trigger.
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OPERATION
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 9, page 14.
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 depressed
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.
INDEXABLE LEVERS
See Figure 10, page 15.
The lock levers on the saw consist of a repositionable lever
and locking hex screw. The levers can be repositioned
without moving the hex screw for the best tightening
orientation.
To reposition the lever:
With the lever seated against the hex screw, rotate the
lever clockwise to lock the hex screw as tightly as possible with the lever in the current position.
Pull the lever away from the saw to disengage it from the
hex screw.
Keep a steady pull on the lever, then rotate the lever as
needed to the desired position on the hex screw.
Release the lever so that it snaps into place on the hex
screw.
NOTE: The lever may rotate slightly after release as it
properly seats on the hex screw.
ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH
See Figure 11, page 15.
Always keep correct blade depth setting. Less than a
full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the
workpiece. More blade depth will increase the chance of
kickback and cause the cut to be rough.
Remove the battery pack from saw.
Rotate depth lock lever away from the base.
Determine the desired depth of cut.
Hold base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower
saw until the index point or mark on the saw aligns with
the desired depth on the scale.
Rotate depth lock lever toward the base to lock into
position.
NOTE: If the lever contacts the base prior to the base
being fully locked into position, refer to Indexable Levers
earlier in this manual to adjust the lever counterclockwise
on the hex screw.
NOTE: If the lever contacts the motor housing prior to the
base being loosened, refer to Indexable Levers earlier
in this manual to adjust the lever clockwise on the hex
screw.
OPERATING THE SAW
See Figures 12 - 13, page 15.
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.
WARNING:
To make sawing easier and safer, always maintain
proper control of the saw by holding the saw with
two hands. Loss of control could cause an accident resulting in possible serious injury.
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.
WARNING:
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 which
could cause possible serious injury.
To make the best possible cut:
Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making
a cut.
Support the workpiece so that the cut (kerf) is always to
your side.
Support the workpiece near the cut.
Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece will
not move during the cut.
Always place the saw on the workpiece that is supported,
not the “cut off” piece.
Place the workpiece with the “good” side down.
Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before
beginning your cut.
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OPERATION
CROSS CUTTING/RIP CUTTING
See Figures 14 - 15, page 15.
When making a cross cut or rip cut, align your line of cut
with the outer blade guide notch on the saw base.
Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut in
scrap material along a guideline to determine how much, if
any, the guideline must be offset to produce an accurate cut.
NOTE: The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is
the amount you should offset the guide.
Secure the workpiece.
Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using C-clamps.
Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip cut.
NOTE: Do not bind the blade in the cut.
USING OPTIONAL EDGE GUIDE
See Figure 16, page 15.
Use an edge guide, part no. 202050004, when making long
or wide rip cuts with the saw.
Remove the battery pack.
Place the edge guide (not included) through the slots in
the saw base.
Adjust the edge guide to the width needed.
Tighten the wing screw securely.
When using an edge guide, position the face of the edge
guide firmly against the edge of workpiece. This makes for
a true cut without pinching the blade. The guiding edge of
the workpiece must be straight for your cut to be straight.
Use caution to prevent the blade from binding in the cut.
BEVEL CUTTING
See Figures 17 - 19, pages 15 and 16.
The angle of cut of the saw may be adjusted to any desired
setting between zero and 56°.
NOTE: When making cuts at 56°, the blade should be set
at full depth of cut.
Since blade thicknesses vary and different angles require
different settings, always make a trial cut in scrap material
along a guideline to determine how much you should offset
the guideline on the board to be cut.
When making a bevel cut, hold the saw firmly with both
hands.
Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece. Depress
the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger to start
the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide
the saw into the workpiece.
After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow
the blade to come to a complete stop. After the blade has
stopped, lift the saw from the workpiece.
TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING
See Figure 18, page 16.
Remove the battery pack.
Rotate bevel lock lever counterclockwise until the motor
housing moves freely.
Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you reach
the desired angle setting on the bevel scale (0-56°).
NOTE: There are detents in the bevel scale to make it
easier to set the blade angle at 45°, 30°, 22.5°, or 15°.
Rotate the bevel lock lever clockwise until the motor
housing is securely locked in place.
NOTE: If the lever contacts the base prior to the base
being fully locked in position, refer to Indexable Levers
earlier in this manual to adjust the lever counterclockwise
on the hex screw.
NOTE: If the lever contacts the base prior to the base
being loosened, refer to Indexable Levers earlier in this
manual to adjust the lever clockwise on the hex screw.
WARNING:
Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel
lock lever securely locked in place can result in
serious injury.
POCKET CUTTING
See Figure 20, page 16.
WARNING:
Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making
a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at any other
setting can result in loss of control of the saw possibly causing serious injury.
Adjust the bevel setting to zero.
Set the blade to the correct blade depth setting.
Swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade
guard handle.
NOTE: Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle
to avoid serious injury.
Hold the lower blade guard by the handle.
WARNING:
The blade coming in contact with the workpiece
before it reaches full speed could cause saw to
“kickback” toward you resulting in serious injury.
WARNING:
Never extend your fingers while holding the lower
blade guard handle. Extending your fingers may
result in contact with the blade, causing serious
injury.
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OPERATION
Rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with
the rear of the handle raised so the blade does not touch
the workpiece.
DANGER:
Always check to insure that your fingers are clear
of the blade before depressing the switch trigger.
Contact with the blade will cause serious injury.
Depress the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger
to start the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed
then slowly lower blade into the workpiece until base is
flat against workpiece.
ADJUSTMENTS
POSITIVE 0° BEVEL STOP
See Figure 21, page 16.
The saw has a positive 0° bevel stop that has been factory
adjusted to assure 0° angle of the saw blade when making
0° cuts. However, misalignment can occur during shipping.
To check positive 0° bevel stop:
Remove the battery pack.
Place the saw in an upside down position on a workbench.
Move the lower blade guard out of the way so that the
saw blade is exposed.
Check the squareness of the saw blade to the base of
the saw using a combination square.
Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.
WARNING:
Always cut in a forward direction when pocket cutting. Cutting in the reverse direction could cause
the saw to climb up on the workpiece and back
toward you.
Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop.
Lift the saw from the workpiece.
Clear corners out with a hand saw or jig saw.
To adjust positive 0° bevel stop:
Remove the battery pack.
Rotate the bevel lock lever counterclockwise to release.
Insert a 2.5 mm hex key (not provided) through the screw
hole in the saw base.
Turn adjustment screw with 2.5 mm hex key (not provided)
and adjust base until it is square with the saw blade.
Securely lock the bevel lock lever.
WARNING:
Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel
lock lever securely locked in place can result in
serious injury.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
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.
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the product when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
ACCESSORIES
Look for these accessories where you purchased this product:
Edge Guide ........................................................................................................................................................ 202050004
WARNING:
Current attachments and accessories available for use with this tool are listed above. Do not use any attachments
or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal injury.
ILLUSTRATIONS START ON PAGE 13 AFTER FRENCH AND
SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.
This product has a 90-day satisfaction guarantee policy, as well as a
three-year limited warranty. For warranty and policy details, please go to
www.RIDGID.com or call (toll free) 1-866-539-1710.
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