Installing the Blade

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2.While pressing the arbor lock button, extend the lever on the Quick Change the blade clamp (A) Fig. 2 and turn it clockwise (left-hand thread).

3.Remove the Quick Change blade clamp, release the arbor lock button, and remove the outer blade flange.

NOTE: DO NOT use wet lubricants on the Quick Change blade clamp.

Verify that the Quick Change blade clamp lever is tight, and quickly returns to its closed position before connecting the tool to the power source. If it doesn’t return, clear the debris from the clamp. Visually inspect the blade clamp lever regularly to ensure that it is not extended during use.

DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.

Avoid contact with the blade teeth to prevent personal injury.

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1.Remove any accumulated sawdust or other contaminants from the guards, from around the arbor, and from the blade clamp.

2.Clean the inner blade flange, retract the telescoping guard, and place the new blade on the arbor. Verify that the teeth point up at the front of the saw (Fig. 4).

3.Place the outer blade flange (A) Fig. 5 on the arbor with the smooth side against the blade. Mate the flats with those on the arbor.

4.Replace the Quick Change blade clamp (A) Fig. 2 finger tight by turning it counter-clockwise. Push in the arbor lock button (A) Fig.1, extend the lever on the Quick Change blade clamp (A) Fig. 2, and hand-tighten the assembly securely. Release the arbor lock.