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10. Check lower guard for proper closing before

each use. Do not operate the saw if lower guard

does not move freely and close instantly. Never

clamp or tie the lower guard into the open posi-

tion. If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard may

be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting

handle and make sure it moves freely and does not

touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and

depths of cut. To check lower guard, open lower

guard by hand, then release and watch guard clo-

sure. Also check to see that retracting handle does

not touch tool housing. Leaving blade exposed is

VERY DANGEROUS and can lead to serious per-

sonal injury.

11. Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If

the guard and the spring are not operating prop-

erly, they must be serviced before use. Lower

guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged

parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.

12. Lower guard should be retracted manually only

for special cuts such as “plunge cuts” and

“compound cuts.” Raise lower guard by retract-

ing handle and as soon as blade enters the

material, the lower guard must be released. For

all other sawing, the lower guard should operate

automatically.

13. Always observe that the lower guard is covering

the blade before placing saw down on bench or

floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the

saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its

path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to

stop after switch is released. Before setting the tool

down after completing a cut, be sure that the lower

guard has closed and the blade has come to a com-

plete stop.

14. Use the appropriate riving knife for the blade

being used. For the riving knife to work, it must be

thicker than the body of the blade but thinner than

the tooth set of the blade.

15. Adjust the riving knife as described in this

instruction manual. Incorrect spacing, positioning

and alignment can make the riving knife ineffective

in preventing kickback.

16. Always use the riving knife except when plunge

cutting. Riving knife must be replaced after plunge

cutting. Riving knife causes interference during

plunge cutting and can create kickback.

17. For the riving knife to work, it must be engaged

in the workpiece. The riving knife is ineffective in

preventing kickback during short cuts.

18. Do not operate the saw if riving knife is bent.

Even a light interference can slow the closing rate of

a guard.

19. Use extra caution when cutting damp wood,

pressure treated lumber, or wood containing

knots. Adjust speed of cut to maintain smooth

advancement of tool without decrease in blade

speed.

20. Avoid Cutting Nails. Inspect for and remove all

nails from lumber before cutting.

21. Place the wider portion of the saw base on that

part of the workpiece which is solidly supported,

not on the section that will fall off when the cut is

made. As examples, Fig. E illustrates the RIGHT

way to cut off the end of a board, and Fig. F the

WRONG way. If the workpiece is short or small,

clamp it down. DO NOT TRY TO HOLD SHORT

PIECES BY HAND! (Fig. E & F)

Fig. E

Fig. F

22. Never attempt to saw with the circular saw held

upside down in a vise. This is extremely danger-

ous and can lead to serious accidents. (Fig. G)

Fig. G

23. Some material contains chemicals which may be

toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation

and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety

data.

24. Do not stop the blades by lateral pressure on the

saw blade.

25. Always use blades recommended in this manual.

Do not use any abrasive wheels.

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