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1200W  

184MM (7-1/4”) 

CIRCULAR SAW  

LS1375
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Cyan

Magenta

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Code:

 LS1375

Date:

 060512

Edition:

 03

Op:

 PW

Summary of Contents for LS1375

Page 1: ...1 1200W 184MM 7 1 4 CIRCULAR SAW LS1375 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code LS1375 Date 060512 Edition 03 Op PW ...

Page 2: ...e is essential We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse accidents alterations or commercial or business use 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 Con...

Page 3: ...21 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 to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your...

Page 4: ...d or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a 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 al...

Page 5: ...to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation 5 Service a Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Additional safety rules for laser lights The laser light laser radiation used in the GMC REDEYE system i...

Page 6: ...perator 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 out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator Kickback is the result ...

Page 7: ...hly 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 ...

Page 8: ... Bevel scale 11 Parallel fence locking knob 12 Parallel fence 13 Blade guard lever 14 Lower blade guard 15 Base plate 16 Upper blade guard 17 Dust extraction port 18 Depth locking lever 19 Depth of cut indicator 20 Spindle lock button 21 Blade 22 Blade key storage area 23 Blade key 24 Blade guide notches Know your product 4 6 11 19 20 15 23 7 5 17 2 3 8 9 10 24 14 16 13 21 12 1 22 ...

Page 9: ...f the saw until the blade is at the right depth Use the depth of cut indicator 19 to determine the cutting depth 4 Tighten the depth locking lever 18 Note Always use the correct blade depth setting The correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not be more than 6 35mm 1 4 below the material being cut Allowing more depth will increase the chance of kickback and result in a rough cut Adjusting ...

Page 10: ...the bevel setting to 0 3 Raise the lower blade guard lever 13 to expose the saw blade firmly rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with the rear handle raised so the blade does not touch the workpiece 4 With the blade just clearing the workpiece start the motor by depressing the lock off button 5 and squeezing the trigger switch 4 5 Always let the blade reach full speed approximate...

Page 11: ...m is aimed at a sturdy workpiece without reflective surfaces i e wood or rough coated surfaces are acceptable Bright shiny reflective sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser use as the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the operator Only turn laser beam on when tool is on workpiece 1 Mark the line of the cut on the workpiece 2 Adjust the depth of cut and bevel angle as requ...

Page 12: ...nd outer flange where they will touch the blade 6 Mount the new saw blade onto the spindle and against the inner flange 7 Replace the outer flange and tighten the blade bolt WARNING The direction in which the blade rotates has to be the same as the direction of the arrow marked on the housing Ensure that button 20 is released Before using the saw again check that the safety devices are in good wor...

Page 13: ...azard Troubleshooting Trouble Problem Suggested remedy Saw will not start Power cord not plugged in Ensure that the cord is connected to the power supply Power fault fuse or circuit breaker tripped Check the power supply Cord damaged Use authorised service centre to repair or replace Burned out switch Use authorised service centre to repair or replace Faulty motor Use authorised service centre to ...

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Page 16: ...oduct 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 Helpline 1300 880 001 Australia or 0800 445 721 New Zealand Register your warranty on line at www gmcompany com and enter your rece...

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