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Depending on the job, the blade may be inserted with the
teeth facing up or down (Fig. I).
TO REMOVE BLADE FROM SAW
• Open up blade clamp release lever.
• Remove blade.
ADJUSTABLE SHOE
Your tool comes with an adjustable shoe. The shoe can be
adjusted to limit the depth of cut.
• Pull shoe adjustment lever down (Fig. J).
• Slide the shoe out to one of the five settings (Fig. K).
• Push shoe adjustment lever up, and make sure the shoe is locking in position (Fig.
L).
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TRUCTIONS
CUTTING
Before cutting any type of material, be sure it is firmly
anchored or clamped to prevent slipping.
Place blade lightly against work to be cut, switch on saw
motor and allow it to obtain maximum speed before applying
pressure. Whenever possible, the saw shoe must be held firmly
against the material being cut. This will prevent the saw from
jumping or vibrating and minimize blade breakage. Any cuts
which put pressure on the blade such as angle or scroll cuts
increase potential for vibration, kickback, and blade breakage.
POCKET/PLUNGE CUTTING—WOOD ONLY
The initial step in pocket cutting is to measure the surface area
to be cut and mark clearly with a pencil, chalk or scriber. Use
the appropriate blade for the application. The blade should be
longer than 3 1/2” (89 mm) and should extend past the shoe
and the thickness of the workpiece during the cut. Insert blade
in blade clamp.
Next, tip the saw backward until the back edge of the shoe
is resting on the work surface and the blade clears the work
surface (position 1, Fig. M). Now switch motor on, and allow
saw to come up to speed. Grip saw firmly with both hands and
begin a slow, deliberate upward swing with the handle of the
saw, keeping the bottom of the shoe firmly in contact with the
workpiece (position 2, Fig. M). Blade will begin to feed into
material. Always be sure blade is completely through material
before continuing with pocket cut.
OPER
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INS
TRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay particular
attention to overhead wires which may be hidden from
view. Anticipate the path of falling branches and debris
ahead of time.
WARNING!
Inspect work site for hidden gas pipes, water pipes, or
electrical wires before making blind or plunge cuts. Failure
to do so may result in explosion, property damage, electric
shock, and/or serious personal injury.
WARNING!
Always use eye protection. All users and bystanders must wear
eye protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1.
WARNING!
Exercise extra caution when cutting towards operator. Always
hold saw firmly with both hands while cutting.
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