Front cover

English

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION

APPLICATIONS

Cutting metal and stainless steel pipe.

Cutting various lumber.

Cutting mild steel, aluminum and copper plate.

Cutting synthetic resins, such as phenol resin and vinyl chloride.

PRIOR TO OPERATION

1.Power source

Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms to the power source requirements specified on the product nameplate.

2.Power switch

Ensure that the switch is in the OFF position. If the plug is connected to a receptacle while the switch is in the ON position, the power tool will start operating immediately and can cause serious injury.

3.Extension cord

When the work area is far away from the power source, use an extension cord of sufficient thickness and rated capacity. The extension cord should be kept as short as practicable.

WARNING:

Damaged cord must be replaced or repaired.

4.Check the receptacle

If the receptacle only loosely accepts the plug, the receptacle must be repaired. Contact a licensed electrician to make appropriate repairs.

If such a fautly receptacle is used, it may cause overheating, resulting in a serious hazard.

5.Confirming condition of the environment:

Confirm that the work site is placed under appropriate conditions conforming to prescribed precautions.

6.Mounting the blade

This unit employs a detachable mechanism that enables mounting and removal of saw blades without the use of a wrench or other tools.

(1)Turn on and off the switching trigger several times so that the lever can jump out of the front cover

completely. Thereafter, turn off the switch and unplug the power cord. (Fig. 2)

Lever

Fig. 2

CAUTION:

Be absolutely sure to keep the switch turned off and the power cord unplugged to prevent any accident.

(2)Push the lever in the direction of the arrow mark shown in Fig. 3 marked on the lever.

Lever

Fig. 3

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