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CAUTION: Always insert the battery all the way until it locks in place with a little click, if not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool causing injury to you or someone around you.
6.Check for proper operation of the brake.
This circular saw features an electric brake that functions when the switch is released. Before using the circular saw, ensure that the electric brake functions properly. If it does not, bring the tool to an Hitachi Authorized Service Center.
7. Prepare a wooden work bench (Fig. 12) | Lumber | Base |
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Since the saw blade will extend beyond the lower surface of the lumber, place the lumber on a work bench when cutting. If a square block is utilized as a work bench, select level ground to ensure it is properly stabilized. An unstable work bench will result in hazardous operation.
Saw Blade |
Work Bench |
CAUTION:
To avoid possible accident, always ensureFig. 12 that the portion of lumber remaining
after cutting is securely anchored or held in position.
ADJUSTING THE SAW PRIOR TO USE
1.Adjusting the cutting depth (Fig. 13, Fig. 14)
WARNING: If the clamp lever is loose, injury can result. Tighten it securely after adjust- ment.
To adjust cutting depth, loosen the clmap lever and, while holding the base with one hand, move the main body up and down to obtain the prescribed cutting depth.
After adjusting to the prescribed cutting depth, tighten the clamp lever securely.
Clamp Lever
Loosen
Tighten
Base
Fig. 13
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