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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
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20V MAX* LITHIUM-ION
CIRCULAR SAW
11/18
2018 OEMTOOLS
™
make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade
or any other part in all depths of cuts.
11. Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the
guard and the spring are not operating properly, they
must be serviced before use. The lower guard may
operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy
deposits, or a build-up of debris.
12. The 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
the blade enters the material, the lower guard must be
released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should
operate automatically.
13. Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade
before placing saw down on the bench or on the 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 the switch is
released.
14. Never operate the saw while it is being carried to another
location. The blade guard may be open and potentially
cause serious injury.
15. If the switch fails to turn the saw ON or OFF properly,
stop using it immediately and have the saw switch
repaired.
16. Always allow the saw to reach full speed before beginning
the cut.
17. Never use the side of the blade for cutting. When making
horizontal cuts, make sure the weight of the tool is not
forcing the side of the blade to do the cutting. This will
reduce the risk of kickback.
18. Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the area
of the workpiece to be cut.
19. Never lay workpiece on hard surfaces like concrete,
stone, etc. The protruding blade may cause tool to jump.
20. To avoid injury from accidental starting, always remove the
plug from the power source before making any adjustments
and before installing or removing a saw blade.
21. When replacing the blade, make sure the replacement
blade is 6-1/2” (16.5 cm) in diameter and is rated for a
speed higher than 3,800 RPM. Installing an incorrect
blade will result in possible injury and poor cutting action.
22. After changing a blade or making adjustments, make
sure the blade clamp screw is securely tightened. Loose
blades and adjustment devices will be violently thrown.
23. Never touch the blade during or immediately after use.
After use the blade is too hot to be safely touched with
bare hands.
24. Always remove the battery when changing the blade.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. The operator must understand that common
sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.
WARNING
Use only attachments recommended or sold by
manufacturer.
1. DO NOT disassemble the saw. Take it to a qualified
professional when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
2. Wear approved safety eye/face shield, ear defenders and
hand protection.
DISPOSAL
At the end of the useful life of the OEMTOOLS
®
20V MAX*
Li-Ion Circular Saw, dispose of the components according to
all state, federal and local regulations.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Exposure to high temperatures can cause the batteries to
explode; do not dispose of in a fire. Some countries have
regulations concerning battery disposal. Follow all applicable
regulations. Return used batteries to a collection location for
recycling. Call 800-822-8837 or visit www.call2recycle.org to
find a collection location.
PURPOSE
The OEMTOOLS
®
20V Max* Lithium-Ion Circular Saw is
convenient when working in areas where extension cords are
difficult to use or AC power is not available. It is designed
to make quick, straight cuts across a board (crosscuts) or
along the board’s length (rip cuts). It can also be set to make
bevel cuts. It includes a blade guard that covers the blade
when the saw is not in use and retracts to expose the blade
during use, a foot plate that steadies the saw against the
work piece, a depth adjustment to allow for work pieces of
different thicknesses and a bevel adjustment that lets the
foot plate tilt in relation to the blade for making bevel cuts.
The included 20V Battery Pack delivers more run-time,
more power, and runs cooler than standard 18-Volt lithium-
ion batteries. This saw is compatible with an ever growing
OEMTOOLS 20V series of cordless power tools.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage:
20V MAX*
No-Load Speed:
3,800 RPM
Blade Diameter:
6.5"
Bevel Capacity:
0-50 Degrees
Arbor Size:
5/8"
Electric Brake:
Yes
Spindle Lock:
Yes
Depth of Cut at:
45 degrees 1.6"
Depth of Cut at:
90 degrees 2.12"
Battery:
4.0Ah Li-Ion
Charge Time:
2 Hrs.
Weight:
10.35 Lbs.
INSTRUCTIONS
Always wear safety goggles and gloves.
INSTALLING A BLADE
WARNING
