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4. Thread blade clamping screw (F)
FIG. 6
D
TIGHTEN
(counterclockwise)
LOOSEN
(clockwise)
into saw spindle by hand (screw
has left-hand threads and must
be turned counterclockwise to
tighten) (Fig. 6).
5. Depress the blade lock button
(D) while turning the saw spindle
with the blade wrench (L, Fig. 1)
until the blade lock engages and
the blade stops rotating.
6.
Tighten the blade clamping
screw firmly with the blade
wrench.
NOTICE:
Never engage the blade lock while saw is running, or
engage in an effort to stop the tool. Never turn the saw on while the
blade lock is engaged. Serious damage to your saw will result.
TO REPLACE THE BLADE
1. To loosen the blade clamping screw (F), depress the blade lock
button (D) and turn the saw spindle with the blade wrench until the
blade lock engages and the blade stops rotating. With the blade
lock engaged, turn the blade clamping screw clockwise with the
blade wrench (screw has left-hand threads and must be turned
clockwise to loosen).
2. Remove the blade clamping screw (F) and outer clamp washer (O)
only. Remove old blade.
3. Clean any metal chips/shavings that may have accumulated in
the guard or clamp washer area and check the condition and
operation of the lower blade guard as previously outlined. Do not
lubricate this area.
4. Select the proper blade for the application (see
Blades
). Always
use blades that are the correct size (diameter) with the proper size
and shape center hole for mounting on the saw spindle. Always
assure that the maximum recommended speed (rpm) on the saw
blade meets or exceeds the speed (rpm) of the saw.
5. Follow steps 2 through 6 under
To Install the Blade
, making sure
that the blade will rotate in the proper direction.
LOWER BLADE GUARD
WARNING:
The lower blade guard is a safety feature which
reduces the risk of serious personal injury. Never use the saw
if the lower guard is missing, damaged, misassembled or not
working properly. Do not rely on the lower blade guard to protect
you under all circumstances. Your safety depends on following
all warnings and precautions as well as proper operation of
the saw. Check lower guard for proper closing before each
use as outlined in
Additional Safety Rules for Circular Saws
.
If the lower blade guard is missing or not working properly,
have the saw serviced before using. To assure product safety
and reliability, repair, maintenance and adjustment should be
performed by an authorized service center or other qualified
service organization, always using identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
Under certain conditions of use, metal chips may
become imbedded in the surfaces of the lower guard, causing
the lower guard to rub against the upper guard. Check the
operation of the lower guard before each use and remove any
imbedded chips.
Blades
WARNING:
To minimize the risk of eye injury, always use eye
protection. Carbide is a hard but brittle material. Foreign objects in
the workpiece such as wire or nails can cause tips to crack or break.
Only operate saw when proper saw blade guard is in place. Mount
blade securely in proper rotation before using, and always use a
clean, sharp blade.
