Panasonic EY4542 - CIRCULAR SAW 14.4V, Service Manual

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4 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions
4.1. How to Disassemble the Blade.
Ref. No. 1A Procedure 1A Blade removal.
CAUTION:
The blade will be hot right after cutting. Be sure to let the blade
cool down before removing it.
1. Remove the battery pack from the tool.
2. Hold the spindle lock button down. This prevents the blade from
rotation.
3. Use the provided hex wrench to loosen the hex bolt.
NOTE:
Keep the hex wrench in the storage slot on the tool’s body when
not using it.
4. Remove the hex bolt and outer washer.
5. Use the retracting handle to retract (open) the lower guard.
6. Carefully remove the blade.
7. Clean the tool if necessary.
CAUTION:
Be careful to avoid cutting your hands on the blade.