OPERATION cont.
MAKING BEVEL CUTS (Figs. 16) cont.
!WARNING: If the blade comes in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed, it could cause the saw to kickback towards you, possibly resulting in serious injury.
NOTE: Since the thickness of blades varies, MAKE A TRIAL CUT in scrap material along the guideline to determine how much, if any, you should offset the blade from the guideline to allow for the kerf of the blade to get an accurate cut.
MAKING POCKET CUTS ( Fig. 17)
!WARNING: ALWAYS adjust bevel setting to zero before making a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at any other setting can result in a loss of control of the saw, which can result in serious injury.
1.Adjust the bevel setting to zero, set the blade to the correct blade depth setting, then use the lower blade guard lever to swing the guard up.
!WARNING: ALWAYS raise the lower blade guard with the lever to avoid serious injury.
MAINTENANCE
!WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs - with the exception of the externally accessible brushes - should be performed by a qualified service technician at a Sears Service Center.
!WARNING: For your safety, ALWAYS turn off switch and unplug circular saw from the power source before performing any maintenance or cleaning.
It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used to work on fiber glass boats and sports cars, wallboard, spackling compounds or plaster. The chips and grindings from these materials are highly abrasive to electrical tool parts, such as bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compound or plaster. During any use on these materials, it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.
!WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operations, or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
2.While holding the lower blade guard up by the lever, firmly rest the front of the saw base flat against the workpiece with the rear handle raised so the blade does not touch the workpiece (see Fig 17).
3.Squeeze the trigger switch to start the saw. ALWAYS let the blade reach full speed, then slowly lower the blade onto the workpiece until the base is flat against the workpiece. AS the blade enters the material, you MUST release the lower blade guard lever.
Fig. 17 |
!WARNING: DO NOT at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
Periodic maintenance allows for long life and
1. When work has been completed, clean the tool to allow smooth functioning of the tool |
over time. |
2. Use clean damp cloths to wipe the tool. |
3. Check the state of all electrical cables. |
4. Keep the motor air openings free from oil, grease and sawdust or woodchips, and store |
tool in a dry place. |
4.After you complete the cut, release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete stop. After the blade has stopped, remove it from the workpiece. If the corners of your pocket cut are not completely cut through, use a hand finishing saw to finish the corners.
!WARNING: NEVER tie the lower blade guard in the raised position. Leaving the blade exposed could result in serious injury.
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5. Be certain that all moving parts that are exposed are well lubricated, particularly after |
lengthy exposure to damp and/or dirty conditions. |
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of
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