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PREPARATIOn

Before attempting to use any tool, be sure to become familiar with all of the operating features and 

safety instructions. 

 

wARnInG: 

DO NOT allow familiarity with the saw to cause carelessness. Remember that one 

careless moment is enough to cause severe injury.

APPlICATIOns

This saw can be used for the purpose listed below:
•  Cutting all types of wood and wood products.

note:

 The use of abrasive cut-off wheels is not recommended with this saw. 

Summary of Contents for 3275.1

Page 1: ...l our customer service department at 1 877 888 8225 8 a m 6 p m EST Monday Thursday 8 a m 5 p m EST Friday 1 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number ____________ Purchase Date ____________ Lowes com IT...

Page 2: ...w Blade Size 7 1 4 in Cutting Angle 0 45 Depth of Cut at 90 2 7 16 in Depth of Cut at 45 1 3 4 in Table of Contents Product Specifications 2 Safety Information 3 Package Contents 9 Preparation 10 Glos...

Page 3: ...safety information is not followed Caution Someone may be injured if the safety information is not followed Damage Prevention and Information Messages These inform the user of important information an...

Page 4: ...nded while using the tool Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions A wet power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the tool or to...

Page 5: ...lead to loss of control Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it is designed Do not use the too...

Page 6: ...guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as Pocket Cuts and Compound Cuts For these specialized cuts raise the lower guard with the retracting handle As soon as the blade enters...

Page 7: ...f and jump back toward the operator Kickback is the result of tool misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking the proper precautions as given below DANGER...

Page 8: ...lean sharp and properly set blades Support the workpiece properly before beginning a cut Use steady even pressure when making a cut Do not cut warped or wet lumber Hold the saw firmly with both hands...

Page 9: ...se Plate 1 B Spindle lock Button 1 L Outer Flange D Washer 1 C Main Handle 1 M Cord Guard 1 D Front Handle 1 N Lock off Button 1 E Lower Blade Guard 1 O Blade Wrench Storage 1 F Blade Guard Lever 1 P...

Page 10: ...y instructions WARNING DO NOT allow familiarity with the saw to cause carelessness Remember that one careless moment is enough to cause severe injury Applications This saw can be used for the purpose...

Page 11: ...when the blade binds or stalls throwing the workpiece back toward the operator Leading Edge The end of the workpiece pushed into the tool first Miter Cut A cutting operation made with the blade at an...

Page 12: ...eth should point upward at the front of the saw f Fit the blade P inside the lower blade guard E and onto the spindle R g Replace the outer flange D Washer L h Press and hold the spindle lock button B...

Page 13: ...position when using the saw WARNING To avoid possible serious injury never use the saw when the guard is not operating correctly Check the guard for correct operation before each use The guard is ope...

Page 14: ...comes into contact with the workpiece a Press lock off button N and then press and hold the trigger switch A b Always allow the blade P to reach full speed then guide the saw into the workpiece P N A...

Page 15: ...upward to release it c Determine the desired depth of cut d Hold the base plate K flat against the workpiece and raise or lower the saw until the indicator mark on the saw aligns with the desired dept...

Page 16: ...irectly in line with the operator s body support the workpiece near the cut 6 DANGER If the cord hangs up on the workpiece during a cut release the trigger switch immediately Unplug the saw and reposi...

Page 17: ...p material along a guideline to determine how much the guideline must be offset from the guide to produce an accurate cut Note The distance from the cutting line to the guideline is the amount by whic...

Page 18: ...ny desired setting on the bevel gauge I between 0 and 45 WARNING Attempting a bevel cut without having the angle locking knob securely locked in place can result in serious injury d Hold the saw firml...

Page 19: ...ece and make the cut H I P G E K F 10 Care and Maintenance Caution Before performing maintenance or cleaning pull the plug from the main socket Never use water or chemical liquids to clean the electri...

Page 20: ...s that have ever been used while providing commercial services or have been rented to another person Delivery installation or normal adjustments explained in the owner s manual Damage or liability cau...

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