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SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING! Read all instructions.
Failure to followall all instructions listed
below may result in electricshock, fire and/or
serious injury. The term “powertool” in all of
the warnings listed below refers to yourmains
operated (corded) power tool or battery
operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Work area
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) 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.
c) Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a) 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.
b) 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.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increasethe risk of electric shock.
d) 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
entangledcords increase the risk of electric
shock.e)
e) When operating a power tool
outdoors, usean extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces therisk of
electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Safety equipment
such as dust mask,non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reducepersonal
injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off position before
plugging in. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in
power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
d) 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.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
f) 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.
g) If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use
of these devices can reduce dust related
hazards.
4. Power tool use and care
a) 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.
b) 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
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repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the
power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
d) 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.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power
tools operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and
tool bits etc., in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of
power tool, 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.
5. Battery tool use and care
a) Ensure the switch is in the off position
before inserting battery pack. Inserting
the battery pack into power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
b) 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.
c) Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fire.
d) 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.
e) 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.
6. Service
a) 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
RULES FOR YOUR
CIRCULAR SAW
1. Always wear a dust mask, hearing
protection and eye protection.
2. Only use saw blades recommended in the
specification.
3. Always wear gloves when handling saw
blades and rough material. Saw blades
shall be carried in a holder whenever
practicable.
4. Fully unwind cable drum extension to
avoid potential overheating.
5. When an extension cable is required you
must ensure it has the correct ampere
rating for your power tool and is in a safe
electrical condition.
6. Ensure your mains supply voltage is the
same as indicated on the rating plate.
7. Your circular saw is a hand held tool, do
not clamp your circular saw.
8. Before cutting, check the cutting line is free
of nails, screws, etc.
9. Do not cut small workpieces with a circular
saw. If possible, use a jigsaw.
10. Only make cuts with the blade direction
downwards, never upwards or at the side.
11. Do not use a blade unless the rated blade
speed exceeds the saw no load speed.
12. Never remove the guard system. Never
use the saw if the guard system does not
function correctly. Never lock the moving
guard open. The guard must move freely.
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13. Never use saw blades made from high
speed steel (HSS).
14. Always check walls, floors and ceilings to
avoid hidden power cable and pipes.
15. After long working periods external metal
parts and accessories could be hot.
16. Do not cut material containing asbestos.
17. Do not use metal or stone saw blades. Only
use wood saw blades.
18. Do not use circular saw to cut tree limbs or
logs.
19. Do not use any abrasive wheels.
Warning
a. Keep hands away form cutting area
and the blade. Keep your second hand
on auxiliary handle, or motor housing.
If both hands are holding the saw, they can
not be cut by the blade.
b. Do not reach underneath the work-
piece. The guard cannot protect you from
the blade below the work-piece.
c. Adjust the cutting depth to the
thickness of the work-piece. Less than
a full tooth of the blade teeth should be
visible below the work-piece.
d. Never hold piece being cut in your
hands or across your leg. Secure the
work-piece to a stable platform. It is
important to support the work properly to
minimize body exposure, blade binding, or
loss of control.
e. Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an
operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a “live” wire will also make
exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and shock the operator.
f. When ripping always use a rip fence
or straight edge guide. This improves
the accuracy of cut and reduce the chance
of blade binding.
g. Always use blades with correct size
and shape (diamond versus round) of
arbor holes. Blades that do not match
the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss of control.
h. 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.
Further safety instructions for all
saws Causes and operator prevention
of kickback:
- Kickback is a sudden reaction to pinched,
bound or misalign 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 misalign
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.
a. 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.
b. 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.
c. When restarting a saw in the work-
piece, center 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 work-piece as the saw is restarted.
d. 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.
e. Do not use dull or damaged blades.
Unsharpened or improperly set blades
product narrow kerf causing excessive
friction, blade binding and kickback.
f. Blade depth and bevel adjusting
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locking levers must be tight and
secure before making cut. If blade
adjustment shifts while cutting, it may
cause binding and kickback.
g. Use extra caution when making a
“plunge cut” into existing walls or
other blind areas. The protruding blade
may cut objects that can cause kickback.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
FOR CIRCULAR SAW
WITH INNER PENDULUM
GUARD
a. Check lower guard for proper closing
before each use. Do not operate the
saw if lower guard does not move
freely and close instantly. Never
clamp or tie the lower guard into the
open position. If saw is accidentally
dropped, lower guard may be bent. Raise
the lower guard with the retracting handle
and make sure it moves freely and does
not touch the blade or any other parts, in all
angles and depths of cut.
b. 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.
c. 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.
d. 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
blade to stop after switch is released.
SYMBOLS
Read the manual
Warning
Double insulation
Wear eye protection
Wear ear protection
Wear dust mask
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1. SAFETY ON/OFF SWITCH
2. FIXED GUARD
3. BASE PLATE
4. LOWER BLADE GUARD
5. LOWER GUARD LEVER
6. SAW BLADE
7. BASE PLATE BEVEL LOCK
8. LOCK OFF BUTTON
9. SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
10. DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
11. DEPTH OF CUT SCALE
12. HEX KEY
13. DUST EXTRACTION OUTLET
14. INNER FLANGE
15. BLADE BOLT
16. OUTER FLANGE
17. SPINDLE
18. BASE PLATE ANGLE SCALE
19. CUTTING GUIDE NOTCH
20. VACUUM ADAPTOR (S
ee I)
21. PARALLEL GUIDE (S
ee H)
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TECHNICAL DATA
Rated voltage 220V-240V~50Hz/60Hz
Rated power 1400W
Rated no-load speed 4800/min
Blade size 190mm X 24T TCT
Blade bore 30mm
Double insulation
Cutting capacity
Cutting depth at 90° 65mm
Cutting depth at 45° 49mm
Base plate Aluminum
Machine weight 4.6Kg
NOISE AND VIBRATION DATA
A weighted sound pressure 99dB(A)
A weighted sound power 109dB(A)
Wear ear protection when sound pressure is over 85dB(A)
Typical weighted vibration 3.27m/s
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ACCESSORIES
Use cutting blade with the following specification:
190mm X 24TCT diameter, 30mm bore 1pc
Hex key 1pc
Parallel guide 1pc
Vacuum adaptor 1pc
We recommend that you buy all your accessories from the store where you purchased the tool.
Use good quality accessories marked with a well-known brand name. Choose blades with the
number of teeth best suited to the work you intend to do. Do not use metal or stone saw blades.
Only use wood saw blades. Refer to the accessory packaging for more details. Store personnel
can also help and advise.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. SAFETY ON/OFF SWITCH
Your switch is locked off to prevent accidental starting.
Depress lock off button (8) then on/off switch (1) and
release lock off button (8). Your switch is now on. To
switch off just release the on/off switch.
2. HAND GRIP POSITION
Always hold your saw firmly with both hands when
operating. The right and wrong ways to support large
workpieces are shown in Figures A and B.
3. FITTING AND CHANGING A SAW BLADE
Warning: Your circular saw has been
shipped completely assembled, except for
the blade, which is packed unassembled. Before
fitting you must inspect the saw blade carefully
to make sure that no breakage or damage has
occurred during shipping.
Press the spindle lock button (9), and use the hex key
(12) provided to remove the blade bolt (15) and outer
flange (16). Rotate lower blade guard (4) clockwise and
hold open using the lower blade guard lever (5) whilst
changing the saw blade (6). Ensure the blade bore is
located on the inner flange (14) and the blade direction
arrow points in the same direction as the lower blade
guard (4) arrow. Check the blade surface and flanges
are clean. Press the spindle lock (9) again and re-fit
the outer flange (16) over spindle (17) flat and tighten
the bolt with 1/4 turn more than finger tight. Check the
blade is securely clamped.
Warning: Blade teeth are very sharp.
For best cutting results ensure you use a saw
blade suited to the material and cut quality you need.
4. DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT
Lift the depth of cut locking lever (10) and raise the saw
body away from the base plate (3). Set the depth of cut
using the scale (11) and push the lever (10) down to lock
(See C and D). Always add 3mm to your depth of cut so
the blade can cut through the material.
5. BASE PLATE
Adjusting the angle of the base plate (3) enables bevel
cutting (See E). The base plate (3) must always be held
firmly against the material being cut to reduce saw
vibration, blade jumping or blade breakage (See F).
6. BASE PLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
Loosen two base plate bevel lock knobs (7) and rotate
the base plate (3) to set the bevel angle using the base
plate angle scale (18) provided. Then clamp the base
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plate (3) position using the lock (7) (See E). Finally,
check the angle and ensure the base plate is firmly
clamped. The angle markings (18) on the base plate
(3) are accurate for most general purposes but it is
recommended for accurate work to set the angle with a
protractor and make a test cut on other material. Do not
use the depth of cut scale when making bevel cuts due
to possible inaccuracy.
7. CUTTING GUIDE
There is a cutting guide notch (19) on the front of the
base plate (3) for using with a parallel guide (21). For
straight cuts, use the 0
O
guide mark to align with your
parallel guide scale. For a 45
O
bevel cut, use the 45O
guide mark to align with your parallel guide scale.
Securely clamp the parallel guide (21). Always make a
trial cut to check the setting.
8. PARALLEL GUIDE ADJUSTMENT
Used for making cuts parallel to a workpiece edge at
a chosen distance. Slide the parallel guide(21) arm
through both fixtures to achieve the required cutting
distance and tighten screw to lock into position (See Fig
H). It can be used from both sides of the base plate (3).
The cutting distance is shown on the scale by the 0
O
or
45
O
notch edge (19). Always make a trial cut to check the
setting.
9. DUST EXTRACTION OUTLET
To remove sawdust, connect a suitable external dust
extraction machine (e.g. vacuum cleaner) to the dust
extraction outlet (13) using the adaptor (20) and a
flexible hose connection. Ensure the hose connection is
secure (See I).
WORKING HINTS FOR YOUR
CIRCULAR SAW
If your power tool becomes too hot, pls run your
circular saw no load for 2-3 minutes to cool the motor.
Avoid prolonged usage at very low speeds.
Always use a blade suited to the material and material
thickness to be cut. The quality of cut will improve as
the number of blade teeth increase. Always ensure
the work-piece is firmly held or clamped to prevent
movement. Support large panels close to the cut line.
Any movement of the material may affect the quality
of the cut. The blade cuts on the upward stroke and
may chip the uppermost surface or edges of your work
piece. When cutting, ensure your uppermost surface
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is a non-visible surface when your work is finished.
Feeding too fast significantly reduces the performance
of the machine and shortens the life of the saw blade.
Always face the good side of the workpiece down to
ensure minimun splintering Only use sharp saw blades
of the correct type.
Pocket cutting (soft materials only) This operation
requires much skill with a saw and must only be carried
out by a competent person.
Warning: the blade teeth are exposed
during this operation so proceed with
extreme caution.
Clearly mark the area to be cut. Set the depth of cut on
the saw. Position the saw over the
marked area with the front edge of the base plate
resting on the work surface and cutting guide aligned
with marked line on workpiece (See J.1 and J.2).
Ensure the blade is not touching but is close to the
work surface. The moving lower guard must be rotated
open by using lever (5). Switch the saw on and gently
swing the blade down into the material but maintain
a pivoting force on the front edge of the base. The
moving lower guard can now be released for normal
action of the guard.
MAINTENANCE
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication or
maintenance. There are no user serviceable parts in
your power tool.
Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your
power tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.
Always store your power tool in a dry place.
Keep the motor ventilation slots clean. Keep all working
controls free of dust.
If you see some sparks flashing in the ventilation slots,
this is normal and will not damage your power tool.
ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed
of with household waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your local authorities or
retailer for recycling advice.
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J.2
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PLUG REPLACEMENT
(UK & IRELAND ONLY)
If you need to replace the fitted plug then
follow the instructions below.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are colored in
accordance with the following code:
Blue = Neutral
Brown = Live
As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of
this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire
which is coloured blue must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with N. The wire
which is coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with L.
Warning: Never connect live or neutral
wires to the earth terminal of the plug.
Only fit an approved BS1363/A plug and the
correct rated fuse.
Note: If a moulded plug is fitted and has to be
removed take great care in disposing of the
plug and severed cable, it must be destroyed
to prevent engaging into a socket.
Connect
Blue to N
(neutral)
Outer sleeve
firmly clamped
Cable grip
Brown L (live)
13 Amp fuse app roved
to BS1362
DECLARATION OF
CONFORMITY
we,
POSITEC Power Tools (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.
No. 11 Yangqing Road, Loufeng Area, Suzhou
Industrial Park, Jiangsu 215021, P. R. China
Declare that the product,
Description
WORX Circular Saw
Type
WX14CSA
Complies with the following Directives,
EC Machinery Directive 98/37/EC
EC Low Voltage Directive
73/23/EEC amended by 93/68/EEC
EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
89/336/EEC amended by 93/68/EEC
Standards conform to
EN55014-1
EN55014-2
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3
EN60745-2-5
EN60745-1
2006/01/01
Jacky Zhou
POSITEC Quality Manager
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Positec Power Tools (Europe) Ltd,
Positec House, Becklands Close,
Bar Lane Industrial Estate,
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire,
YO51 9NR, UK.
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