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TRIGGER SWITCH 

 
1. 

To turn the saw ON, squeeze the trigger 
switch (1) (Fig. 9). 
 

      

WARNING:

 

Never carry the saw with 

your finger on the trigger switch. The saw 
could be accidentally started and cause 
severe personal injury.

 

 
2. 

To turn the saw OFF, release the trigger 
switch.

 

 

 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MATERIALS THAT YOU CAN CUT 

 
The circular saw is a versatile saw that allows 
you to cut many different types of materials. 
Some of the materials include: 

● 

Wood products such as lumber, hardwood, 
plywood, composit board and panelling 

● 

Drywall 

● 

Masonite and plastic 

 

NOTE:

 There are several different types of 

blades available. Generally, blades with carbide-
tipped teeth cut better and stay sharp longer. 
Tooth count and configuration are also 
important. High tooth counts cut slower, and are 
best suited for making smooth cuts on thinner 
materials such as panelling. Use the correct 
blade for your application.

 
 
 
GENERAL CUTTING

 

 
1. 

Make any adjustments to the saw before 
installing the blade. Adjustments include 
cutting depth, cutting angle and rip guide (if 
installed). 
 

2. 

Clearly mark the workpiece to locate the 
position of the cut. 
 

3. 

Hold a smaller workpiece with a vise. 
Clamp a larger workpiece to a workbench 
or table. 

 
      

DANGER:

 

Any workpiece that is not 

adequately clamped in place may come 
loose and cause serious injury. Never hold 
the workpiece in your hand.

 

 
4. 

Make sure there are no nails, screws, 
clamps or foreign materials in the path of 
the saw blade. 
 

5. 

With both hands firmly gripping the saw, 
and with the blade NOT in contact with the 
surface to be cut, start the saw by 
squeezing the trigger switch. 

 
6. 

Once the saw has reached full speed, 
place the front edge of the sole plate on the 
workpiece and gradually bring the moving 
blade into contact with the workpiece at the 
appropriate location.

 

 

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING 

Fig. 9 

 

Summary of Contents for 241-0741

Page 1: ...15 AMP CIRCULAR SAW 241 0741 OPERATOR S MANUAL To Reduce The Risk Of Injury User Must Read And Understand Operator s Manual Save These Instructions For Future Reference CAUTION...

Page 2: ...ditional specific safety rules 8 9 Product specifications 9 Symbols 10 Know your circular saw 11 Assembly and operating 12 17 Removing a blade 12 Setting the cutting depth 13 Setting the bevel cutting...

Page 3: ...t eyewear can cause serious injury if broken during the operation of a power tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE WARNING Use hearing protection particularly during extended periods of operation...

Page 4: ...t that is created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer birth defects or other genetic abnormalities These ch...

Page 5: ...ctric shock If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI reduces the risk of electric s...

Page 6: ...If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting e...

Page 7: ...ng surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool live and shock t...

Page 8: ...touch the blade or any other part in all depths of cuts Check the operation of the lower guard spring If the guard and the spring are not operating properly they must be serviced before use The lower...

Page 9: ...ade during or immediately after use After use the blade is too hot to be safely touched with bare hands SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE Rating 120V 60Hz AC Amperes 15 AMP B...

Page 10: ...ing current Three phase alternating current with neutral Direct current No load speed Alternating or direct current Class II construction Splash proof construction Watertight construction Protective g...

Page 11: ...gauge adjustment lever Edge guide adjustment knob Trigger switch Main handle Front handle Rip guide Blade guard lever Sole plate Lower blade guard Blade screw 45 Bevel stop Cutting depth locking leve...

Page 12: ...lever rotate the blade screw wrench counter clockwise to loosen the blade screw 7 Carefully remove the blade screw outer blade flange 5 and the blade 6 NOTE Do NOT remove the inner blade flange 7 fro...

Page 13: ...ilted to provide bevel cuts from 0 56 1 Lift the bevel angle locking lever 1 upward Fig 5 2 Rotate the sole plate 2 to the desired angle as shown on the bevel gauge 3 3 Lock the sole plate at the corr...

Page 14: ...to a live receptacle LED WORKLIGHT The LED worklight 1 will turn ON automatically when the tool is plugged into the power supply Fig 9 It will turn OFF when the plug is removed from the power supply A...

Page 15: ...r materials such as panelling Use the correct blade for your application GENERAL CUTTING 1 Make any adjustments to the saw before installing the blade Adjustments include cutting depth cutting angle a...

Page 16: ...ut as outlined in GENERAL CUTTING above NOTE As you move the saw through the workpiece make sure the guide foot stays in contact with the workpiece PLUNGE CUTTING WARNING To avoid loss of control dama...

Page 17: ...jury It will also void the warranty It has been found that electric tools are subjected to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used on fiberglass boats and sports cars wallbo...

Page 18: ...18 EXPLODED VIEW...

Page 19: ...rew M5 12 4 11 2020150070 Gear cover 1 12 4010010081 Bearing 6201 2RS 1 13 2040040090 Output gear 1 14 4120010003 Flat key 1 15 2040080031 Output gear 1 16 4040020002 Spring washer 12 1 17 4100020008...

Page 20: ...088 AUX handle cover 1 62 3120070110 AUX handle 1 63 3160010060 Motor cover 1 64 1160010019 45 Angle button 1 65 2050040055 45 Angle button spring 1 66 3150240023 45 Angle button plate 1 67 4100050005...

Page 21: ...21 NOTES...

Page 22: ...22 NOTES...

Page 23: ...misuse of the Merchandise This warranty 1 excludes expendable parts including but not limited to blades brushes belts bits light bulbs and or batteries 2 shall be void if this tool is used for commer...

Page 24: ...24 2013 Menard Inc Eau Claire WI 54703 11 12 2012...

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