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SKU 65298 

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

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SpeciFicationS

Electrical 
Requirements

120 V~ / 60 Hz / 7.5 A

Power Plug

2-Prong, Polarized

Speed

0 to 2,400 SPM

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unpacking

When unpacking, check to make sure 

that the item is intact and undamaged.  If 
any parts are missing or broken, please 
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number 
shown on the cover of this manual as soon 
as possible.

aSSemblY

  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.

 

to pReVent 
SeRiouS injuRY 

FRom accidental 
opeRation: 
make sure the trigger of the 
Saw is in its “oFF” position 
and unplug the tool from its 
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 of this manual.

blade installation

Make sure the Trigger is in its “OFF” 

1. 

position and the Saw is unplugged 
from its electrical outlet.

Loosen Blade chuck by turning it 

2. 

counterclockwise.

Insert blade into Blade Chuck. Be 

3. 

sure blade is fully inserted and seat-
ed.

Tighten Blade Chuck by turning it 

4. 

clockwise.

adjusting the  

pivoting guide Shoe

The Pivoting Guide Shoe serves as a 

1. 

rest during the cut, and can be ad-
justed in or out.

To adjust the Guide Shoe, loosen 

2. 

the two set screws at the base of 
the Guide Shoe, using the 3mm hex 
key included with the saw. Pull out or 
push in the Guide Shoe as desired, 
then retighten the set screws.

Do not attempt to use the saw if 

3. 

both screws are not tightened on the 
Guide Shoe.

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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