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Please take time to read this manual and pay particular attention to the
safety rules we've provided for your protection. If you have any questions
about your tool please call:

1-800-9-BD TOOL

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2683-220

7-1/4" Circular Saw

RETRACTING
LEVER

TRIGGER SWITCH

BEVEL
QUADRANT

SHOE

QUADRANT
LEVER OR
KNOB

LOWER GUARD

CORD KEEPER

DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT
LEVER

BRUSH
INSPECTION CAP

220 VOLT PLUG

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Summary of Contents for 2683-220

Page 2: ...Instruction Manual 2683 220 Circular Saw 154577 2683 220 IC 5 17 02 1 47 PM Page 3 ...

Page 3: ...ded for your protection If you have any questions about your tool please call 1 800 9 BD TOOL 1 800 923 8665 2683 220 7 1 4 Circular Saw RETRACTING LEVER TRIGGER SWITCH BEVEL QUADRANT SHOE QUADRANT LEVER OR KNOB LOWER GUARD CORD KEEPER DEPTH ADJUSTMENT LEVER BRUSH INSPECTION CAP 220 VOLT PLUG 154577 2683 220 IC 5 17 02 1 47 PM Page 1 ...

Page 4: ...not in use tools should be stored in dry and high or locked up place out of reach of children DON T FORCE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended USE RIGHT TOOL Don t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool Don t use tool for purpose not intended DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry They can be caught in moving parts ...

Page 5: ...etracting lever 9 ADJUSTMENTS Before cutting be sure depth and bevel adjustments are tight 10 USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES Use only blades with 5 8 arbor Do not use that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Don t carry tool with finger on switch Be sure switch is off when plugging in EXTENSION CORDS Make sure your extension cord is in good ...

Page 6: ...gure 1 Place outer clamp washer on saw spindle The larger surfaces of both washers must face the blade 3 Thread on blade clamping screw firmly by hand to hold washer in position 4 Lightly depress the blade lock Figure 2 while turning the spindle until the blade stops rotating 5 Tighten blade clamping screw clockwise firmly with the blade wrench Figure 3 NEVER ENGAGE BLADE LOCK WHILE SAW IS RUNNING...

Page 7: ... the above rule and allow only one half of a tooth to project above the material to be cut Bevel Angle Adjustment The full range of the bevel adjustment is from 0 to 50 The quadrant is graduated in increments of 5 On the front of the saw is a bevel angle adjustment mechanism Figure 7 consisting of a calibrated quadrant and a lever To set the saw for a bevel cut 1 TURN OFF TOOL AND DISCONNECT FROM ...

Page 8: ...oosen the 2 screws at the adjusting bracket at the rear of the shoe as shown in Figure 11 3 Adjust the shoe until it is parallel to the blade by measuring from the edge of the shoe to the blade front rear You can measure from the outside edge of the blade to the shoe as shown in Figure 11 or from the the inner edge of the blade to the wider part of the shoe Do not measure from the tips of any saw ...

Page 9: ...e on units so equipped This tool has no provision to lock the switch in the ON position and should never be locked ON by any other means Work Piece Support Figure 14 shows proper sawing position Note that hands are kept away from cutting area and power cord is positioned clear of the cutting area so that it will not get caught or hung up on the work Note that a special cord keeper has been provide...

Page 10: ...sh the saw forward at a speed which allows the blade to cut without laboring Hardness and toughness can vary even in the same piece of material and knotty or damp sections can put a heavy load on the saw When this happens push the saw more slowly but hard enough to keep it working without much decrease in speed Forcing the saw can cause rough cuts inaccuracy kickback and overheating of the motor S...

Page 11: ...erial to be cut Advance saw along the cutting line until cut is completed Release trigger and allow blade to stop completely before withdrawing the blade from the material When starting each new cut repeat as above Never tie the blade guard in a raised position Kickback When the saw blade becomes pinched or twisted in the cut kickback can occur The saw is thrust rapidly back toward the operator Wh...

Page 12: ...nded reach or operating saw with poor body control out of balance can result in twisting the blade Changing grip or body position while cutting can result in blade twist Backing unit up to clear blade can lead to twist if not done carefully Insufficient allowance for particularly tough materials Materials that require extra attention wet lumber green lumber material freshly cut or not kiln dried p...

Page 13: ...g symbols stamped into their sides and if the brush is worn down to the line closest to the spring they must be replaced Use only identical B D brushes Use of the correct grade of brush is essential for proper operation of electric brakes on units so equipped New brush assemblies are available at B D service centers The tool should be allowed to run in run at no load without a blade for 10 minutes...

Page 14: ... sheets Carbide Tipped Blade For longest sawing without blade sharpening Cuts wood transite cemesto board asbestos formica masonite and similar materials ACCESSORIES Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your distributor or your local service center A complete listing of service centers is included with your tool CAUTION The use of any non recommended acce...

Page 15: ...ed to be defective Conditions The service safety check and the warranty do not apply to repairs made or attempted by anyone other than an authorized B D service location misuse abuse neglect improper application of the tool missing parts or normal wear and tear after first year of ownership Please return the complete unit transportation prepaid to any B D factory owned or B D authorized service ce...

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