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e)

 Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or 

improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing 

excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.

f)

 Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must 

be tight and secure before making cut. If blade 

adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding 

and kickback.

g)

 Use extra caution when making a “plunge cut” into 

existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding 

blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.

a)

 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 position. 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.

b)

 Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the 

guard and the spring are not operating properly, they 

must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate 

sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or 

a build-up of debris.

c)

 Lower guard should be retracted manually only for 

special cuts such as “plunge cuts” and “compound 

cuts.” Raise lower guard by retracting 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.

d)

 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.

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Summary of Contents for LS236LS

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai Taipei New York Verona London Paris 2300W 235mm 9 1 4 Circular Saw with Laser Line Generator LS236LS 040421 ED12 PR ...

Page 2: ...ge or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse accidents or alterations It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty If you need direction of what constitutes a free of charge warranty claim please review the guide given on the rear of t...

Page 3: ... whether it is a Warranty claim spare part or user information please phone our Help Line for an immediate response Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe ...

Page 4: ... use reduces the risk of electric shock Personal safety Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such a...

Page 5: ...tional safety rules for laser lights The laser light laser radiation used in the GMC REDEYE system is Class 2 with maximum 1mW and 400nm 700nm wavelengths These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard although staring at the beam may cause flash blindness WARNING Do not stare directly at the laser beam A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam Please observe all safety ru...

Page 6: ...ng an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb ou...

Page 7: ...d 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 b Check the operation of the lower guard spring If the guard and the spring are not operating properly they must be serviced before use Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts gummy deposits or a build up of debris c Lower guard should be retract...

Page 8: ... Bevel scale 10 Parallel fence locking knob 11 Parallel fence 12 Blade guard lever 13 Lower blade guard 14 Base plate 15 Upper blade guard 16 Dust extraction port 17 Dust extraction adaptor 18 Depth locking lever 19 Depth of cut indicator 20 Spindle lock button 21 Blade 22 Blade wrench 23 Blade guide notch 1 11 2 9 7 8 23 8 17 19 6 3 18 10 11 22 20 21 12 15 14 14 5 13 4 16 ...

Page 9: ...number of blade teeth increases The blade cuts on an upward stroke and may chip the uppermost surface or edges of your work piece When cutting ensure that your uppermost surface is a non visible surface when your work is finished By loosening the bevel adjustment lever 8 the body and the blade of the saw can be tilted to any angle up to 45 for making angle cuts Please note that the maximum depth o...

Page 10: ...3 Tilt the body of the saw until the required angle is reached using the bevel scale 9 as a guide 4 Tighten the bevel adjustment lever 8 to secure the base plate Note Always make a trial cut in a scrap piece of material along a guideline to determine how much you should offset the blade from the guideline to make an accurate cut Adjusting the bevel setting CAUTION Always ensure that the saw is swi...

Page 11: ...s or rip cuts align your line of cut with the outer blade guide notch on the base of the saw 4 When making 45 bevel cuts align your line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on the base of the saw 5 Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece 6 Start the motor by squeezing the trigger switch 3 7 Always let the blade reach full speed approximately 2 seconds before you begin to cut into the ...

Page 12: ...r 17 over the dust extraction port 16 2 Using the two phillips head screws supplied secure the dust extraction port onto the saw 3 Connect your dust extraction equipment onto the dust extraction adaptor Using the REDEYE system WARNINGS Do not stare directly at the laser beam Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the work piece Do not deliberately aim the beam at personnel and en...

Page 13: ...the wrench provided 4 Remove the outer blade flange and the blade bolt 5 Raise the lower blade guard 13 using the blade guard lever 12 6 Remove the saw blade from the inner flange and pull it out 7 Clean the saw blade flanges thoroughly before mounting the new saw blade Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner and outer flange where they will touch the blade 8 Mount the new saw blade onto the spindle and...

Page 14: ...tergent can be used but nothing like alcohol petrol or other cleaning agent 5 Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts CAUTION Water must never come into contact with the saw General inspection Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight They may vibrate loose over time Repairs Only an authorised service centre should replace the cordset or effect other repairs If the supply cord n...

Page 15: ...ce to make suggestions or give comments about any GMC product With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to 7pm 7 day...

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