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SKU 65298 

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. 

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work piece and work area Set up

Designate a work area that is clean 

1. 

and well-lit.  The work area must not 
allow access by children or pets to 
prevent injury and distraction.

Route the Power Cord along a safe 

2. 

route to reach the work area without 
creating a tripping hazard or exposing 
the Power Cord to possible damage.  
The Power Cord must reach the work 
area with enough extra length to al-
low free movement while working.

Secure loose workpieces using a vise 

3. 

or clamps (not included) to prevent 
movement while working.

There must not be hazardous ob-

4. 

jects, such as utility lines or foreign 
objects, nearby that will present a 
hazard while working.

Check to make sure there is enough 

5. 

space under and behind the work-
piece for the Saw Blade.  Ensure you 

will not be cutting through any electri-
cal wires, pipes, or your workbench.

trigger Features

The Saw features a 

1. 

variable speed

 

Trigger.  For increased strokes per 
minute, squeeze the Trigger harder.  
For decreased strokes per minute, 
apply less pressure to the Trigger.

note:

  When cutting softer materials, use 

a faster speed.  When cutting harder 
materials, use a slower speed.

The maximum speed of the tool can 

2. 

be adjusted by rotating the dial locat-
ed in the Trigger. Turn the dial toward 
the + sign to increase the maximum 
speed of the saw.

The Saw also features a continuous 

3. 

run Trigger Lock Button.  To operate 

the tool for extended periods of time 
squeeze and hold the Trigger, then 

press the Trigger Lock Button.  To 

unlock the Trigger lock mechanism, 

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  Read the entiRe impoRtant SaFetY inFoRmation section at the 

beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein 
before set up or use of this product.

Features

Summary of Contents for 65298

Page 1: ...ed No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be d...

Page 2: ...s with Two Prong Plugs 7 Extension Cords 8 Symbology 8 Specifications 9 Unpacking 9 Saw Blade Installation 9 Operating Instructions 9 Features 9 Work Piece and Work Area Set Up 10 Handle Rotation 10 T...

Page 3: ...fety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without the s...

Page 4: ...ower tools may result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equip b ment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection...

Page 5: ...poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and f clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool acce...

Page 6: ...m lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and ce ment or other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemi cally treated lumber Your risk from these exposures var ies depending on how of...

Page 7: ...trol of it Let the tool do the work To reduce vibration maintain the tool 7 as explained in this manual If any abnormal vibration occurs stop use immediately Save these instructions Grounding To preve...

Page 8: ...d See Table A If you are using one extension cord 5 for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Table A If you are using an extensi...

Page 9: ...electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end o...

Page 10: ...will not be cutting through any electri cal wires pipes or your workbench Trigger Features The Saw features a 1 variable speed Trigger For increased strokes per minute squeeze the Trigger harder For d...

Page 11: ...sure to keep the Saw cutting Allow the Saw Blade to do the work If operating the Saw for an extended 6 period you may wish to lock the Trigger in its continuous run mode as previously discussed When...

Page 12: ...when the motor perfor mance of the tool decreases or stops working completely To maintain the brushes Remove the brush cap on the top a and bottom of the motor housing Remove the carbon brushes from b...

Page 13: ...g Trigger 3 harder Use tool only to cut straight lines 4 Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool Disconnect power supply before service PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFU...

Page 14: ...her 27 Washer 28 Front Oil Bearing Parts List Part Description 29 Bearing Sleeve 30 Axle Spring Retaining Ring 31 Spring Retaining Ring 32 Bearing 6002 33 Bearing 6002 34 Cam 35 Spring Retaining Ring...

Page 15: ...SKU 65298 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 15 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM...

Page 16: ...idental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is express ly in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including the warranties of me...

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