Attaching and removing the Blade Removing the blade (FigURE L)
• Keep the spindle lock button (4) depressed and rotate the blade until the spindle lock engages.
• Loosen and remove the blade retaining screw (17) by turning it counterclockwise using the wrench (10) supplied.
• Remove the outer washer (18).
• Remove the saw blade (6).
NOTE: Do not remove the inner washer (19) in figure M.
Attaching the blade (FigURE M)
•Using the lower blade guard retracting lever, retract the lower blade guard.
•Place the saw blade (6), on the spindle shaft, making sure that the arrow on the blade points in the same direction as the arrow on the tool. Release lower guard lever.
•Fit the outer washer (17) on the spindle, with the larger flat surface against the blade.
•Insert the blade retaining screw (16) into the hole.
•Keep the spindle lock button (4) depressed.
•Securely tighten the blade retaining screw by turning it clockwise using the wrench (10) supplied.
NOTE: The inner flange (19), should not be removed. If it is removed, replace it as shown in figure M.
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Lower Blade Guard
WARNING: The lower blade guard is a safety feature which reduces the risk of serious personal injury. Never use the saw if the lower guard is missing, damaged, misassembled or not working properly. Do not rely on the lower blade guard to protect you under all circumstances. Your safety depends on following all warnings and precautions as well as proper operation of the saw. Check lower guard for proper closing before each use as outlined in Additional Specific Safety Rules. If the lower blade guard is missing or not working properly, have the saw serviced before using. To assure product safety and reliability, repair, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by an authorized service center or other qualified service organization, always using identical replacement parts.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read, understand and follow all important safety warnings and instructions prior to using tool.
GENERAL CUTS (IMPORTANT: Read safety warnings and instructions. )
GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK
With unit unplugged, follow all assembly, adjustment and set up instructions. Make sure lower guard operates. Select the proper blade for the material to be cut.
• Measure and mark work for cutting.
• Support and secure work properly (See Safety Rules and Instructions).
• Use appropriate and required safety equipment (See Safety Rules).
• Secure and maintain work area (See Safety Rules).
• With plug inserted and guard closed, make sure switch turns saw on and off.
WARNING: It is important to support the work properly and to hold the saw firmly to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury. Figure E illustrates recommended hand position.
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