RIDGID R8452 manual Assembly

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FEATURES

KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW

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The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

BEVEL ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The bevel adjustment knob allows you to set the circular saw for bevel cuts from 45° to 90°.

CHARGER

Your charger has a “key hole” hanging feature for convenient, space saving storage. Screws should be installed so that the center distance is 4-1/8 in.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The depth adjustment knob adjusts the depth of cut from 0 in. to 2-1/8 in.

ERGONOMIC DESIGN

This tool is designed for comfort and ease of operation in different positions and at different angles. The design of your circular saw helps maintain proper two-hand control during operation.

HEX KEY STORAGE

Conveniently stores your hex key for quick blade changes.

LOCK-OFF BUTTON

The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental starting.

SPINDLE LOCK

The spindle lock allows you to secure the blade when turning the blade screw.

WIDTH OF CUT SCALE

When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the scale can be used to measure up to 4 in. on the right side of the blade, and up to 1 in. on the left side of the blade.

EDGE GUIDE

The edge guide is used when making long or wide rip cuts with the saw.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

Do not discard the packing material until you have care- fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

6-1/2 in. Circular Saw Charger

Battery Pack

Saw Blade

Hex Key Edge Guide Tool Bag Operator's Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents IntroductionPersonal Safety General Safety RulesElectrical Safety Work AreaService Specific Safety RulesCauses and Operator Prevention of Kickback Additional Safety Rules Important Safety Instructions Safety Rules for ChargerSymbols Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONSymbol Signal Meaning Features Assembly Inner Blade Washer Spindle Lock Button Attaching the BladeRemoving the Blade Spindle Lock Button Loosen HEX KEY TightenOperation Defective Indicator Charging Full Indicator LED Function of ChargerSAW Blades To Install Battery PackTo Remove Battery Pack Blade Guard SystemSee Figures 8 KickbackWrong Kickback Blade SET TOO Deep Incorrect SupportLOCK-OFF Button Switch Trigger Depth Adjustment Knob Depth of CUT AdjustmentTo Adjust Blade Depth STARTING/STOPPING the SAWRight Wrong Operating the SAWSee Figures 14 See Figures 16 Using the Edge GuideCross CUTTING/RIP Cutting TOP View of SAWBevel Cutting To Adjust Bevel SettingSee Figures 20 To Check To AdjustPositive 0 Bevel Stop Bevel StopPocket Cutting Battery Pack Removal and Preparation for Recycling MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance BatteriesWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty WarrantyDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredCustomer Service Information