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7 ENGLISH
4.
Always observe that the lower guard is cover
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ing the blade before placing the saw down on
bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade
will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting
whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it
takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.
5.
To check lower guard, open lower guard by
hand, then release and watch guard closure.
Also check to see that retracting handle does
not touch tool housing.
Leaving blade exposed
is VERY DANGEROUS and can lead to serious
personal injury.
Additional safety warnings
1.
Use extra caution when cutting damp wood, pres
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sure treated lumber, or wood containing knots.
Maintain smooth advancement of tool without decrease
in blade speed to avoid overheating the blade tips.
2.
Do not attempt to remove cut material when
blade is moving. Wait until blade stops before
grasping cut material.
Blades coast after turn off.
3.
Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from lumber before cutting.
4.
Place the wider portion of the saw base on
that part of the workpiece which is solidly
supported, not on the section that will fall off
when the cut is made. If the workpiece is short
or small, clamp it down. DO NOT TRY TO HOLD
SHORT PIECES BY HAND!
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Fig.5
5.
Before setting the tool down after completing a
cut, be sure that the guard has closed and the
blade has come to a complete stop.
6.
Never attempt to saw with the circular saw
held upside down in a vise. This is extremely
dangerous and can lead to serious accidents.
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Fig.6
7.
Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and
skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.
8.
Do not stop the blades by lateral pressure on
the saw blade.
9.
Do not use any abrasive wheels.
10.
Only use the saw blade with the diameter that
is marked on the tool or specified in the man
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ual.
Use of an incorrectly sized blade may affect
the proper guarding of the blade or guard opera
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tion which could result in serious personal injury.
11.
Keep blade sharp and clean.
Gum and wood
pitch hardened on blades slows saw and
increases potential for kickback. Keep blade clean
by first removing it from tool, then cleaning it with
gum and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.
Never use gasoline.
12.
Wear a dust mask and hearing protection when
use the tool.
13.
Always use the saw blade intended for cutting
the material that you are going to cut.
14.
Only use the saw blades that are marked with a speed
equal or higher than the speed marked on the tool.
15.
(For European countries only)
Always use the blade which conforms to
EN847-1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function
on the tool.
Adjusting depth of cut
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Fig.7:
1.
Lever
2.
Scale
3.
Depth guide
CAUTION:
•
After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten
the lever securely.
Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base
up or down. At the desired depth of cut, secure the base
by tightening the lever.
For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut depth so that no more
than one blade tooth projects below workpiece. Using
proper cut depth helps to reduce potential for danger-
ous KICKBACKS which can cause personal injury.
Bevel cutting
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Fig.8:
1.
Clamping nut
2.
Indication
3.
Angle plate
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Fig.9:
1.
Clamping nut
Setting bevel angle
Loosen the clamping nuts in front and back, and tilt the tool to
the desired angle for bevel cuts ( 0°- 45°). Secure the clamping
screws tightly in front and back after marking the adjustment.
Sighting
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Fig.10:
1.
Base
2.
Top guide
3.
Rip fence (Guide rule)
For straight cuts, align the A position on the front of the base with
your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, align the B position with it.
Switch action
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Fig.11:
1.
Switch trigger
2.
Lock-off button
CAUTION:
•
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
push in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
For Model 5104S only
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.