Important: The No Load Speed of the saw is 4800 RPM. The saw blade to be fitted must be rated higher than 4800 RPM.
Replacement blades are available from Black & Decker.
Operating the Circular Saw
Workpiece Support
On/Off Trigger
Lock off button
The above diagram shows proper sawing position. Note that the hands are kept away from the cutting area.
Warning! It is important to support the work properly and to hold the saw firmly to prevent loss of control which could cause
To operate the circular saw, ensure the plug is connected to a standard electrical outlet with the switch turned on.
To turn the saw “On”, depress the small lock off button on the side of the handle and then squeeze the On/Off trigger .
To stop the saw, release the trigger switch.
Holding the Circular Saw
personal injury.
Place the work with the good side, the one on which appearance is most important – down. The saw cuts upward, so any splintering will be on the work face that is up when you saw it.
Improper Support
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It is important when operating the circular saw that the operator is always in complete control.
The saw is fitted with two handles, one at the rear and one at the front. It is always recommended to use both handles when using the saw.
The front handle is positioned to guide the saw along the path to be cut.
A.Sagging or improper lifting of the cut off piece will cause pinching of the blade.
B.Cutting through material supported at the outer ends only. As the material weakens it sags, closing the kerf and pinching the blade.
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